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There's a lot a guy needs to know as he grows up and makes his way in the world. And a lot of it, he wouldn't necessarily want to have to ask about because then, well, people would know he didn't know what he was doing! For all the guys out there who want to have it all together, Jonathan Catherman offers this collection of one hundred step-by-step instructions on almost everything a guy needs to know, including how to · wear cologne correctly ·...
22) All In
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Halfway is no way to live. Quit holding back. Quit holding out. It's time to go all in and all out for God. The good news is this: If you don't hold out on God, God won't hold out on you. If you give everything you have to follow Jesus, you'll receive amazing spiritual rewards. But this reality also comes with a deeper truth: Nothing belongs to you. Not even you. In All In: Student Edition, Mark and Parker Batter son explore what going all in can...
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Do you take things apart and put them back together just for fun? Do you dream of drone fleets and robot warriors? Does the idea of designing and building robots sound intriguing? If the answer is yes, it's time to start plotting a career in robotics! Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this nonfiction book focuses on STEM topics and builds reading skills. It includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary,...
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First published in 1529, Martin Luther's "The Small Catechism" was written for the education of children in religious doctrine. It reviews The Ten Commandments, The Lord's Prayer, the Sacraments of Baptism, the Alter and the Eucharist, along with other important religious and biblical tenets in a clear, concise and easy to understand format. It has long been considered as one of Martin's most important writings and is seen as an authoritative text...
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"There was a time when running the mile in four minutes was believed to be beyond the limits of human foot speed. In 1952, after suffering defeat at the Helsinki Olympics, three world-class runners each set out to break this barrier: Roger Bannister was a young English medical student who epitomized the ideal of the amateur; John Landy the privileged son of a genteel Australian family; and Wes Santee the swaggering American, a Kansas farm boy and...
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El rescate de 33 mineros atrapados bajo el nivel del suelo en el desierto chileno por 69 dias en el 2010 reunio al mundo en oracion. Esto es un testimonio a la fe, la creencia y la persistencia de los mineros, las tripulaciones de rescate y el poder de Dios para llevar a cada hombre de nuevo al nivel del suelo. La parte extra de este libro detalla un rescate milagroso similar en la Mina Quecreek en Somerset, PA en julio del 2002. Este tiempo de 18...
27) Illegal Drugs
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In 2015, the National Survey on Drug Use and Health found that more than 1 million American youths between the ages of 12 and 17 had a dependence on illicit drugs or alcohol. It is a part of their lives, unfortunately. This essential volume helps readers to use critical thinking to create informed opinions on where they stand on the issue of illegal drugs. Chapters present the impact of drug use, American attitudes toward it, and whether the flow...
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Readers gain an accessible, yet informed, look into how the individual is affected by financial behaviors of themselves and others. Starting from a broad look at how governments approach spending and savings and then working down to the level of the individual, this book shows readers how we're all economically connected and how the financial decisions of one can affect many.
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When You Hear Me (You Hear Us) is an anthology of poetry and personal stories centering the voices of those directly impacted by the incarceration of young people in the United States. Compiled by Free Minds Book Club & Writing Workshop, this rich collection includes firsthand accounts from both the young people charged and incarcerated in the adult criminal legal system and from the community at large: the mothers, the loved ones, the correctional...
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Currently the oldest Supreme Court Justice, Ruth Bader Ginsburg has earned a reputation as a powerful voice for civil and women's rights. Readers will be inspired by Ginsburg's determination and drive that led to her historic appointment as the second woman on the Supreme Court.
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Epilepsy can be frightening to both the sufferer and their loved ones. However, knowing more about the symptoms and treatment can give people a sense of empowerment. This volume discusses what epilepsy is, how it can be treated, and what can be done for someone who is having a seizure. The informative book, supplemented with in-depth sidebars, full-color photographs, and detailed charts, dispels the myths surrounding epilepsy and gives readers a clearer...
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Political correctness, better known as "PC," flourished in institutions of higher learning in the 1990s. With the rise of social media, a second wave of PC culture has emerged that is more aggressive than the first. It seems too many that nearly everyone is a target, at risk of being labeled a racist or misogynist based on one short tweet. The movement, though intended to be inclusive and pluralistic, has its detractors. Is political correctness protective...
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Is it a symbol of pride in one's heritage or an ugly reminder of slavery and the fruits of racism? The issue of whether the Confederate flag belongs in front of government buildings, or even on Southern pride paraphernalia, has been a hot button for more than a century, long after the Civil War was fought and won. This book takes a close look at the flag's origins, its controversial history, what meaning it has for Americans living today, and the...
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"No One Told Me Seventeen Sucked," the author fearlessly delves into the often-unspoken realities of being seventeen years old, shedding light on the struggles and challenges that many young adults face during this tumultuous phase of life.
Through poignant and honest storytelling, the memoir explores the universal themes of adolescence, identity, and self-discovery, while unraveling the complexities of navigating relationships, academic pressures,...
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In this first of its kind book, trailblazing coach Manisha Tailor profiles 42 pioneering individuals working in all parts of the game - from male and female players to coaches, referees, board members, administrators, sports scientists and medical staff - and representing different cultures and faiths within the British Asian community.
Based on interviews, these powerful stories not only illustrate the challenges faced by these role models,...
36) Google And You
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It has become almost impossible to imagine a world without Google, the most popular and powerful Internet search engine that as revolutionized the way we seek and locate information. This book seeks to show students how to get the most out of Google-with its search engine, maps, videos, news, docs, and email features-when working on school projects, research papers, and multimedia presentations. Google helps users navigate through this bewildering...
37) Managing Money
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Theme: Hi-Lo, life skills, career, achieve independence, skills, money management, budgeting, Whether you're opening a bank account or taking out a loan, knowing how to manage your money is an incredibly helpful skill. Be smart with your hard-earned income by developing good savings habits and using credit cards responsibly. If you have debt, learn how interest works and create a budget to pay it off. With a few basic money management skills, you...
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How rough is too rough? Rodney King is an unfamiliar name for those growing up today, but the ongoing conversation concerning police brutality is one they know all-too well. These collection deep-dives into police training procedure, what constitutes excessive force, and what happens when the community disagrees with the police and the justice system? Relevant topics covered in this balanced anthology include the 1992 L.A. riots and the 2014 outcry...
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I Say So I Am was, created to teach youth the power of prayer. This book is going to inform youth on how to do spiritual warfare for themselves and what it means to fight back against negative ideologies. Daily affirmations are also, a part of this literature. What young people continuously confess over themselves will always give something open access into their lives. The tools inside this book will give them a chance to shape their lives and futures...
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