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Working with Wildlife Charts an Exciting Career Course!
When young people begin to explore careers in the world of wildlife, this might be the best primer available. In Maynard's first step into exploring an exciting career working with wildlife, he has provided a comprehensive picture of just what that means. Through examples of researchers in Africa to wildlife rehabilitators in Ohio, Maynard gives young readers a glimpse into the diversity of opportunities out there.

Working with Wildlife is a great addition to career guides for young people and should be on the shelf in every school library. It is exciting to read because of the numerous real world examples of conservationists, researchers, zoo professionals, and educators and the dramatic color photographs. Maynard's writing style is passionate and positive, generating enthusiasm for wildlife careers and encouraging readers to pursue their interests.

The book is loaded with suggestions for further study. Maynard recommends steps a student can follow to learn more about their interests. He has included everything from additional readings and websites to colleges with wildlife programs.

No student should begin pursuing a career adventure in wildlife without this wonderful guide! ... Read more

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This latest offering in the best-selling Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul series explores a host of challenges faced by today's teens. Within its pages teens will find portraits of life's complexities expressed from the viewpoint of their peers. Teen contributors share their thoughts and feelings on difficult issues, ranging from poor self-image to thoughts of suicide, from family discord to coping with the loss, from peer pressure to school violence.

Teens ranked stress as one of their top concerns (along with child abuse and STDs). Oftentimes, the pressure can feel overwhelming, whether they involve worrying about an upcoming test, competition sports, family responsibilities, dating, or more extreme issues such as depression, suicide and school violence.

The first three volumes of the Teenage Soul series and the companion journal illustrate the ongoing popularity of this series (unit sales exceed 11 million). Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul on Tough Stuff and the Spring 2001 release Teenage Soul Letters will undoubtedly follow suit as the next best-sellers in a phenomenally popular series.

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I Love the new Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul!
Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul on Tough Stuff was a book I feel all teenagers and for that matter adults should read. It really touched me. At times I cried, and at times I laughed. This book really touched home. It reminded me that no matter how bad my day was, there is someone that has gone through the same thing and maybe worse things that same day. I have all the Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul books and this is my favorite.

I hope others can recieve that same joy I recieved from it. This book like the others will serve as a devotional for me. Each story has some meaning or lesson that will touch home.

How it helped me!
Hi I recently received Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul on Tough Stuff and I absolutely love it. I lost my mom two years ago and this book has really help me. I would recommend this book to anybody who is dealing with these problems.

Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul on Tough Stuff
I thought this was an excellent book. It talks about true stories that happened to people. It makes people feel better to know that other people out there are going through and dealing with the same situations. It makes people realize how good their life really is, and also how bad it could be. I would recommend this book to anyone, no matter what types of books they liked.

Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul on Tough Stuff
I think this was an excellent book. It talks about true stories that really happened. It makes people feel better to know that other people out there are going through and dealing with the same situations. It makes people realize how good their life really is, and also how bad it could be. I would recommend this book to anyone, no matter what types of books they like.

The interveiw
Okay Chicken Soup for the Teenage Soul was a great book for me i think because i lost a family member not that long ago. And by reading this book it helped me to cope with that. And i think taht it could help other teens around the united states too. So jsut remember that if you choose to read this book some of it is pretty powerful as to what it says. So read it and see if it can help you. Have fun! ... Read more

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I used to weave carpets from five o'clock in the morning until ten o'clock at night." The speaker is Kanta, a Nepalese child who worked as a virtual slave to carpet factory owners. When Kanta and her friends accept a Rugmark inspector's offer to go to school, their lives change radically. One result is this poignant collection of poems, drawings, and stories by the children that describe their fear of change, the loneliness of attending a new school, and the joy of having food, water, playtime, and a chance to dream. ... Read more

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A book of advice and ideas from over 1,000 high school Seniors about HOW TO WIN A HIGH SCHOOL ELECTION. Via email, over 1,000 high school Seniors contributed input for this book: about things they observed that worked or didn't work, things that were memorable or funny, mistakes they made or watched someone else make, ideas for platforms, issues, promises, posters, campaign speeches, advice on how to speak in front of peers without appearing nervous, having the right attitude, etc.

Copy their ideas! Avoid their mistakes! See what worked (and what didn't work) for them! ... Read more

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A must for all who have ever wanted to be in student gov.
If you've ever wanted to be a student leader this book is essential not only for motivation but also for great little ideas you might not think up on your own. This book is not only clear and organized it is helpful beyond words. Since it was written with real advice from real student leaders it is completely true and very useful. The advice and stories included in this book helped me decide to run and eventually win my high school election. Now I'm the Junior Class President.

Helped a loser become a winner
This book is awesome! I had lost four elections for class president (5th, 6th, 7th, and 8th) so during my Freshman year I was reluctant. This book gave me the confidence and knowledge I needed to win, and win BIG! I have been elected two years in a row since reading this book and am expected to win the election for Junior Class President....

It Can and Will Happen to You!
I'm sure you have that little voice inside your head Right now saying should I buy it? Or shouldnt I? Theres no way im going to win, I'm not even popular.If thats you, you definetly should buy, How To Win a Highschool Election by Jeff Marx.In this book, you get over 1,000 ideas on what and what not to do from students just like you and me who have won thier Highschool elections...

no book will win you an election
This is a good book, it gives you a lot of ideas, and ways to make a great campaign. but don't get suckered, this book, and no book will win a election for you! I am the Student Council President, but i didn't win the election because of this book, although it helped. Consider this book as a friend, and not as a GUIDE.
The good thing about this book, is that it has many suggestions, but the bad thing is that if you think about it, there are just 100 suggestions, because each suggestion is written over, and over again, but with different words. But 100 ideas can be really helpful if you have no idea on how to start a high school campaign.

Very useful indeed
This book, while seemingly inappropriate for someone in my position (I'm running as an MP in the UK election) has many, many parallels. Making friends, pressing the flesh, wearing sexy cheerleader outfits. These will be factors, I hope, that my rivals will overlook. Victory is assured. ... Read more

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A Wonderful Read!
What a wonderful and warm way to show the amazing similarities and differences among children around the world! A charming book and one that will endure. The author captures the excitement of children returning to school in a lovely way.

Fabulous Idea!!
This is a fabulous book for expanding children's curiosity and knowledge of other cultures. Every child can relate to the challenge and excitement of the first day of school. Children from Peru, India, Australia, China, Japan and many other countries tell what a typical day of school is like. Each child who speaks has a unique personality. A great resource for teachers, parents, and children. ... Read more

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Sam has quite a scare when he gets separated from his group on a trip to the zoo. But all ends well and Sam learns an important lesson about protecting himself. ... Read more

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Lesson learnt in a nice way
I like this story for many reasons, including the rhyming sentences, the straightforward illustrations, the simple and gentle reminders from the teacher and the happy ending. I think my son likes it because zoo is one of his favourite place. ... Read more

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Part of the Career Ideas for Kids series, this volume guidesyoung readers through a multitude of career possibilities based ontheir specific interests and skills and links their talents to a widevariety of actual professions.Filled with delightful text and playfulillustrations, coverage begins with a set of questions designed to helpkids discover who they are, what they like to do, and what they dobest. Highly motivational, and just plain fun, additional chaptersdetail: Get in Gear! Kids begin to learn how to link their interests toactual professions. Take a Trip! Informational interviews withprofessionals in the field explore a diverse mix of careers. Don't StopNow! Leads to a world of direct exploration and makes for an open roadto Future Destinations!

Profiles the following careers: ActorAnimator Architect Artist Chef Choreographer Cosmetologist DevelopmentDirector Fashion Designer Floral Designer Graphic Designer IndustrialDesigner Interior Designer Museum Curator Photojournalist. ... Read more

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Awesome!
This series is a great tool to give kids some direction before its too late. Helps them take initiative to discover what really interests them and how they can use that in their future. ... Read more

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Provides the reader with guidance for planning and documenting their educations and futures. Worksheets and activities take students through self-assessment, education and career planning, and portfolio development (including electronic portfolios). Shows how to create a unique portfolio that showcases performance, special skills, course accomplishments, and other successes. Students also learn how to begin a professional portfolio. New material discusses three options for portfolio organization: SCANS competencies and foundation skills, Multiple Intelligences, and Self-Exploration. The book tells how these options can be integrated into the student portfolio. ... Read more

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Better than I had expected!
This book was picked up on a whim as a graduation gift and I was pleasantly surprised at the depth of insight this book relays while not being preach-y. The book is written by a high school teacher and parent who undertands the pressures young adults have encountered when going away to college. When you read this book you truly get the feeling that he wants to help the reader make good choices. Morality issues are addressed in text and cartoon and the points are made without turning off the reader. Of course there are plenty of practical issues addressed such as "What should I bring to college?" to make it very worthwhile just for that reassurance. As a bonus the student also gets encouragement to make good decisions and to avoid the bad ones. Where was this book 20+ years ago when I went away to college? ... Read more

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great way for the kids to see how others homeschool
My son is 8 and so is the main girl in this book, so I think he could relate.Both my children liked this book, and I thought it was worth buying ...
On the parent's side, the amount of things this family gets done in one day was a little intimidating!But it was a good, positive read for the kids.

Not my kind of homeschooling
The author and photographer do a good job of capturingAllison's day in a warm and human way. However, I would not recommendthis book as an introduction to homeschooling because I have philosophical disagreements with the approach Allison's parents use. The family uses a "school at home" approach complete with tedious homework, regular testing, and pressure to work. The parents stay up late into the night developing lessons, planning curriculum, and assessing their daughters' progress. And the mother has a masters degree in education! While that's not a bad thing, overall this book could give the impression that homeschooling can only work for highly educated superparents. I prefer I am a Home Schooler by Julie Voetberg which to me sets a more appealing and approachable example of homeschooling. ... Read more

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These easy-to-understand handbooks How to Be School Smart, How to Write Terrific Book Reports, How to Do your Best on Tests, and How to Write Super School Reports have offered students clear, commonsense advice on how to successfully organize and carry out school assignments for over a decade. Now these great guides have been completely revised to reflect the needs of today's technology-savvy kids. ... Read more

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This is a great book!
This is a great book to read,it gives you great tips on writing book reports.I am homeschoooled and I found this book very helpful.

Very helpful
My son found the entire text helpful in our learning process of book reports. I homeschool and we try to find books to help him learn on his own, this book was perfect for it. He was able to easily follow the directions and apply them to real reports that I require he write for me once each month on a book he has finished. We used this for our fifth grade curriculm writing. ... Read more

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The Get Ready series offers fun, easy-to-understand activities to enhance skills in every area, from spelling, reading, and language to math, science, and health.

Get Ready for Kindergarten covers all of the early-learning basics: Upper and Lowercase Letters; Reading Readiness; Sounds & Letters; Storytelling; Reading & Writing; Health & Safety; Shapes, Sizes, and Sequences; Time & Measurement; Math Readiness; and Science & Nature.

Rounded out with age-appropriate games and activities, alphabet and number flash cards, adorable animal characters, and cute, kid-friendly images—all rendered in beautiful full-color throughout—the Get Ready books are an inviting, exciting introduction to the world of learning. ... Read more

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This book really helped our child.
Large color photos, clearly written, appreciated by disadvantaged and non-disadvantaged kids alike. ... Read more

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Combinations is a must have for teens!This fun and easy to read book is filled with powerful stories, strategies, action steps, and leadership challenges.Teens will discover and develop leadership principles that will empower them to lead with character, make positive choices, and take action toward their goals and dreams. ... Read more

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A REAL sense of leadership
Combinations is an awesome, uplifting book. It really makes you look more into you life and how to make it better. I was fortunate enough to see Ed Gerety in person at the NHS National Convention in Orlando and he was amazing. He created a sense of self confidence and leadership in all of his listeners. I recommend this book for anyone who is a leader and is looking to improve their whole outlook on life. Combinations is a book that you can learn so much from and apply it in your daily life. ... Read more

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This energetic collection of twenty-four poems brings the excitement of a child's first few years at schoolto life. From opening a box of squeaky new crayons and swinging way up high on the playground swings to getting caught passing a note and bidding farewell to a beloved class pet, the highlights and the lowlights of classroom life are captured here.

"The rhymes and sounds and wordplay are part of the fun."
-Booklist ... Read more