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QE2
Par Ronald Warwick. 1985
The author, himself a captain, tells the story of the last of the ocean liners. Warwick begins with maritime history…
of the Cunard line, tracing its growth from a fleet of steamships carrying mail across the Atlantic to passenger ships, troopships, and now cruise ships. Based on the success of the original Queen Elizabeth, a decision was made in 1959 to build the faster QE2, which was finally launched in 1969What's your story?: a young person's guide to writing fiction
Par Marion Bauer. 1992
The author states that stories help one understand the world, teaching about possibilities and the achievements of those who struggled…
before. An award-winning novelist, Bauer describes how to write fiction and systematically discusses its various components, including plot, character, focus, dialogue, tension, and revisions. For grades 5-8 and older readersYour own worst enemy: understanding the paradox of self-defeating behavior
Par Steven Berglas. 1993
Two psychologists examine the behaviors of those who seem to inflict pain, suffering, and hardships on themselves for no apparent…
reason. Rather than offer a blueprint for self-help, the authors seek to help people recognize (and understand the consequences of) well-intentioned, self-serving, or deliberately malicious self-defeating behaviorWhen I say no, I feel guilty: how to cope--using the skills of systematic assertive therapy
Par Manuel Smith. 1975
Opposed to manipulating others by interfering with their decision-making process, therapist Smith describes how to be assertive without taking away…
the dignity and self-respect of others. Included are a "bill of assertive rights," descriptions of seven systematic assertive skills, and numerous dialogs illustrating how to use these techniques and encourage them in othersFreaky Friday
Par Mary Rodgers. 1972
After thirteen-year-old Annabel Andrews and her mother have a hot argument over freedom and responsibility, Annabel wakes on Friday morning…
and finds that she has turned into her mother. For grades 5-8Doodle Dandy!: the complete book of Independence Day words
Par Lynda Graham-Barber. 1992
Describes, explains, and provides historical information on a myriad of words and customs associated with America's Independence Day. Included are…
such words and phrases as "justice and equality," "wave the flag," "Yankee Doodle Dandy," "barbecue," and "picnic." For grades 4-7 and older readersFreud
Par Anthony Storr. 1989
A psychotherapist presents an overview of Freud's psychoanalytic theory. Storr sketches historical background, including biographical information about Freud, basic to…
understanding the theory. He also surveys the main features of psychoanalysis and evaluates Freudian ideas from the perspective of contemporary researchTravels with Charley: in search of America
Par John Steinbeck. 1962
Feeling that as an American writer he has lost touch with his country, the author sets out on a swing…
around the United States to see what it is really like. He travels in a trailer with "an old French gentleman poodle." Here is the leisurely account of what he saw, whom he talked with, and his conclusions, hopeful and otherwiseRobert's Rules of order
Par Henry Robert. 1989
Originally published in 1876, this is "a simplified, updated version of the classic manual of parliamentary procedure." This edition is…
designed to teach how to run a typical organizational meeting in an orderly fashion. Such a meeting might include conducting an election of officers, presenting a treasurer's report, amending the bylaws, making a motion, and handling disciplinary proceduresThe worst best school year ever (The Best Ever)
Par Barbara Robinson. 1994
In this sequel to The Best Christmas Pageant Ever (DB 38118, BR 5636), the six Herdman children are still terrorizing…
their Woodrow Wilson School classmates. Beth, who is in the same grade as Imogene Herdman, is worried about this year's big assignment: coming up with compliments for every person in the class. What in the world can she say about Imogene? For grades 3-6Contemporary's GED
1994
Preparation for the high school equivalency examination, which is available in print, in braille, and in audio recording. Exam subjects…
include writing skills, social studies, science, literature and the arts, and mathematics. Pre-tests are provided to determine problem areas, and exercises and lessons are included for each subject. Post-tests chart progress in each areaThe celestine prophecy: an experiential guide
Par James Redfield. 1995
Designed as a self-study guide to the nine spiritual insights discussed in The Celestine Prophecy: An Adventure (FD/RC 38075, BR…
9732). Explores gaining a fuller understanding of life experiences by following hunches, taking advantage of coincidental opportunities, and sensing an active higher spiritual presence in one's life. BestsellerChecking your grammar (Scholastic guides)
Par Marvin Terban. 1993
Guide to editing your writing before someone else reads it. Shows how to build sentences using different parts of speech,…
proper grammar, correct spelling, and punctuation. Offers many examples. For grades 5-8A 2nd helping of chicken soup for the soul: 101 more stories to open the heart and rekindle the spirit
Par Jack Canfield, Mark Hansen. 1995
The authors provide a second group of anecdotes to "warm your heart, soothe your soul, and buoy your emotions." Covers…
topics such as parenting, personal attitude, dreams, love, death, teaching, and overcoming obstacles. Companion to Chicken Soup for the Soul (RC 39870, BR 10088). BestsellerThe author defines a disability and discusses vocabulary that is important to people with disabilities. While he is primarily interested…
in helping people looking for work, he is also eager to educate employers. He prepares both sides for the interviewing process, offering hope and practical suggestionsThe terrible speller: a quick-and-easy guide of enhancing your spelling ability
Par William Proctor. 1993
Proctor explains how to develop a system to ensure spelling correctly most of the time and to increase the chance…
of correctly spelling never-before-encountered words without memorizing numerous spellings. He then gives tips on spelling what he calls the "toughest 228 spelling words," which include "guarantee," "ophthalmology," and "separate."A book of your own: keeping a diary or journal
Par Carla Stevens. 1993
Discusses diaries and journals and the value of keeping a diary or journal of your own. Includes examples of entries…
from well-known diarists such as Anne Frank and Theodore Roosevelt, as well as from less famous young people. For grades 5-8The idea factory: learning to think at MIT
Par Pepper White. 1991
After obtaining a master of science from the prestigious technological school, White describes how MIT teaches students to think. He…
explores how engineers struggle to develop the intuitive and the analytical sides of their minds. He includes human interest stories--mixed with philosophy, problem solving, and warnings--to create an image of MIT's high-pressure environment. Some strong languageLanguage in thought and action
Par S. I Hayakawa. 1940
This revision of a standard work on semantics reflects changes in culture and technology over the course of the four…
decades following the book's first publication. The authors' stated goal is for the reader to "think more clearly, to speak and to write more effectively, and to listen and to read with greater understanding."The leisure pen: a book for elderwriters
Par Joyce Steward. 1988
Two writing teachers encourage older adults to begin or to continue writing. After offering tips on choosing a writing place…
and materials and suggesting some writing warm-ups, the authors present methods, examples, and subjects for various formats--journals, poetry, memoirs, letter, biographies, histories, and stories. An appendix gives hints on punctuation and style