As Hell Creek High School finally integrates in 1967, Curtis Pye, a fifteen-year-old sophomore of indeterminate race, is hyper-literate, the smartest kid, has already read a quarter of books in the library, and befriends the first black girl to transfer into his high school. However, he falls hopelessly, hormonally, despairingly infatuated with the prettiest girl, O'Murphy Scott. Curtis doesn't act on his desire. Murph is a flirt, but every time she isn't with Scooter Anderson, her thuggy ...

The second edition of this hands-on math guide features sixty engaging projects for students in grades six to twelve learn math concepts and skills.This book is filled with classroom-tested projects that help students build skills in problem solving, critical thinking, and decision making. They also support a positive group environment by emphasize cooperative learning, group sharing, verbalizing ideas, and research skills, as well as writing clearly in mathematics...

Comparable to twentieth century cavalry, early forward air controllers (FAC) probed, observed, and reported enemy activity. Flying rickety, underpowered, and unarmed aircraft, they operated on the leading edge of ground combat. The efficient use of airborne FACs never developed in a meaningful way in World War II, with the possible exception of their use in Marine amphibious operations in the Pacific. But the rugged terrain of Korea and the jungle mazes of Vietnam restricted the capabiliti...

Synopsis: Jumping around in time is no easy task. Unless you are an Irisian from the Planet Iris. Tasked with the responsibility of protecting the universe, a true Trisian will right the wrongs of the evil that threatens the foundations of honest functioning planetary systems. With the power of subliminal suggestion, through dream hypnosis, they can help shape and guide a scenario that's heading for chaos to a beneficial end. Idrisians pride themselves on the fact that they have S...

The first biography of "one of Kentucky's best Confederates . . . [who] became a good citizen working for reconciliation between North and South."— The Post and CourierAfter practicing law for several years in St. Louis, Basil Wilson Duke (1838-1916) enlisted in the Confederate army in 1861 and was elected first lieutenant of John Hunt Morgan's legendary cavalry unit. As second in command, he was, Morgan recorded, "wise in counsel, gallant in the field," a...

Synopsis: With their World's demise hanging in the balance, the Mision offered a new life. With a handful of ambitious pioneers bravely blazing the way, making it safe for others to follow. An intriguing adventure into uncharted space set the stage for new horizons. Only commissioning the best would ensure success.Attention, Attention: All Personnel prepare for dis-embarkment.Peter Sullivan was never one to hit the ground running, and this moment was no exception. ...

A thriving Planet, suffering constant alien wars, leaving them barren and near extinction. Famine and complacency engulfed the countryside, fostering denial. Any responsibility for it all was marked with ignorance, never to be spoken.With dedication from two strong-willed boys, the times were changing. Their curiosity brought hope to the ones they touched.Still, the Evil found its way into an already weakened political structure, worming its way into the fabric of their pea...

A thriving Planet, left barren with constant alien wars and famine, driving its inhabitants to near extinction. Breeding complacency, which blanketed the entire countryside.With the dedication of two strong-willed boys, the times were changing. Their curiosity brought hope to the ones they touched. Still, the evil around them had found its way into the Planet’s dysfunctional system of government, worming its way into the fabric of an already weakened political structure. Attitudes ...

This engaging vocabulary workbook for 6th, 7th, and 8th graders makes learning vocabulary skills fun!Colorful, dynamic, and filled with engaging puzzle-format worksheets, McGraw Hill Vocabulary Grades 6-8, Third Edition provides a fun learning experience for your child to learn and practice the skills they need to do well in school and on standardized tests, or as an integral part of their homeschooling curriculum.With more than 500 essential vocab...

In today's divided America, hatred, fear, and suspicion often prevail. If you are a Muslim, do you ever wonder why you are feared? Conversely, if you are a non-Muslim, do you have the information necessary to form an informed opinion about Muslims?This book stands alone because it simultaneously speaks to Muslims and Islamic skeptics. It features a thought-provoking dialogue between an Islamic scholar and a non-Muslim former federal prosecutor. The dialogue explores whether a practi...

Melanie Kurtis works as an advertising executive for a small company in New York City. In the eight years since graduating college, she's built a successful career, and she's stunned when a new management team abruptly dismisses the entire staff. Having time now for a long overdue vacation, she visits her parents at their summer home on Beach Isle, a small barrier island. Once there, she runs into Tom Madisen, who's still in her heart though she hasn't seen him in years.While growi...

Many of the poems contained herein follow excerpts from my books; NAM The Devils Domain, The Pimp of Saigon and Undaunted Valor. These poems were created to envision facts of war, inspired by my Vietnam War experiences; some are inspired by myths reported by biased American newspaper, radio and television media. Still others were created to reflect individual valor, human suffering and mans inhumanity to man. Myths: The biased American media reported that the U.S. Military lost many encoun...