Humanities & social sciences Books

This engagingly written, research- and practice-based book defines how art teachers can build on students' creative initiatives without depending on adult-imposed lesson plans and school requirements. In doing so, art educator and author George Szekely...

Indonesia's wealth of natural resources is being exploited at breakneck speed, and environmental awareness and knowledge among the populace is limited. This book examines how young people learn about the environment to see how education can help to...

Why does sex and relationship education (SRE) continue to have mixed success? Why is teaching SRE difficult? And why do some adolescents practice safe sex according to the SRE messages while others still engage in risky sexual behaviour? To answer these...

Actionable Postcolonial Theory in Education illustrates how postcolonial theory can be put to work in education. It offers an accessible and handy overview and comparison of postcolonial theory and other theoretical debates related to critiques of...

Given the current educational climate of high stakes testing, standardized curriculum, and "approved" reading lists, incorporating unauthorized, often controversial, popular literature into the classroom becomes a political choice. The authors examine...

As the issue of school reform grows ever more intense, it is imperative that we learn what we can from previous efforts. The new social studies was a 1960s attempt to transform the teaching of history and the social sciences in schools. With origins in...

Gathering together work by leading teachers and researchers in the field, this book explores a rapidly growing area of the curriculum: Holocaust literature and film. It addresses demanding seminar-room and institutional practicalities, as well as...

COME LEARN together with our main character, Daya! Daya never knew what her name meant or how important it was to her own religion. Her parents teach her the historical importance of both langar and seva, and how it is still relevant in our life today...

Did you know that beneath the waves, landforms are also found? There are underwater volcanoes, trenches and ridges and they're as pretty (and sometimes as dangerous) as they are on land. Luckily, you don't have to dive deep if you want to witness these...

The most authoritative, authentic text of a classic guide to actingIn the four decades since its first publication, Michael Chekhov's To the Actor has become a standard text for students of the theater. But To the Actor is a shortened, heavily modified...

A Textbook of Sociology, written by James Quayle Dealey and first published in 1905, is a comprehensive introduction to the field of sociology. The book covers a wide range of topics, including the history of sociology, the methods used in sociological...

A Textbook of Invertebrate Morphology, written by James Playfair McMurrich in 1896, is a comprehensive guide to the physical structures and characteristics of invertebrate animals. The book is divided into several sections, each of which focuses on a...

""A Sketch of the Principal Families of Plants"" is a book written by Arthur Henfrey and published in 1855. The book provides an explanatory guide to a tabular view of the vegetable kingdom, which is arranged according to natural orders. The book is...

""A Shorter Course In Civil Government: Arranged In Topics, With Numerous Questions For Convenience In Teaching"" is a book written by Calvin Townsend in 1875. The book is a comprehensive guide to the principles and practices of civil government, and is...

""A Short Course In American Civics"" is a book written by Adelbert Grant Fradenburgh in 1919. The book provides a concise and informative overview of the American political system and government, including the Constitution, the three branches of...

A Shorter Course In English Grammar And Composition (1880) is a comprehensive guide to the rules of English grammar and composition written by William Harvey Wells. The book covers all aspects of English grammar, including parts of speech, sentence...

This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the original. Due to its age, it may contain imperfections such as marks, notations, marginalia and flawed pages. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as...

""A Practical and Philological Textbook on the Analysis of Sentences, Parsing, and Punctuation"" is a comprehensive guide to the analysis of sentences, parsing, and punctuation, written by John I. Jones and originally published in 1884. The book is...

A Practical and Historical Commentary on the Liturgy and Ritual of the United Church of England and Ireland: With Examination Questions is a book written by William Trollope in 1861. The book provides a comprehensive analysis of the liturgy and ritual of...

A Manual of Bible History: In Connection with the General History of the World is a book written by William Garden Blaikie in 1882. The book provides a comprehensive overview of the history of the Bible, from its origins to its impact on the world...

""A Literary History of India"" is a comprehensive book written by Robert Watson Frazer in 1898. The book explores the rich literary heritage of India, tracing its history from the Vedic period to the 19th century. It covers various genres of literature,...

A Liturgy, With A Collection Of Hymns And Chants: For The Use Of Sunday Schools (1860) is a book written by James Lombard. The book is a compilation of prayers, hymns, and chants that are intended for use in Sunday schools. The liturgy is designed to be...

""A Lexicon To Xenophon�������s Anabasis: Adapted To All The Common Editions"" is a reference book written by Alpheus Crosby in 1876. The book serves as a guide and dictionary for readers of Xenophon's Anabasis, a classic Greek text that tells the story...

The First-Year English Teacher's Guidebook offers practical advice and recommendations to help new English teachers thrive in the classroom. Each chapter introduces a concept crucial to a successful first year of teaching English and discusses how to...

Help your students navigate complex texts in history and social studies. This book shows you how to use document-based questions, or DBQs, to build student literacy and critical thinking skills while meeting rigorous state standards and preparing...

Slow Looking provides a robust argument for the importance of slow looking in learning environments both general and specialized, formal and informal, and its connection to major concepts in teaching, learning, and knowledge. A museum-originated practice...

This volume covers topics on awareness about one's psychological health, management of emotions, mental hygiene, and wellbeing. It examines different types of thinking, reasoning, problem solving, and strategies for building emotional intelligence.

Join James Harvey Robinson on a thought-provoking journey through the intricacies of history and the complex ways in which it shapes the world around us. This lecture covers everything from the philosophy of history, to the role of science and art in our...

Explore the majesty and diversity of America's geography with Green Longmans' richly illustrated pictorial readers. From the rugged mountains of the West to the sun-kissed beaches of the East, this book provides a sweeping panorama of America's natural...

Ce guide pratique est conçu pour aider les étudiants à étudier l'histoire de manière efficace et à comprendre les concepts clés. Le livre couvre un large éventail de sujets, de la méthode historique à la recherche documentaire, en passant par l'analyse...

Este libro es una excelente introducción a la geografía para los jóvenes lectores. Con ilustraciones coloridas y una prosa fácil de seguir, el autor nos lleva en un viaje alrededor del mundo, aprendiendo sobre los países, los océanos y los continentes...

An engaging and informative introduction to geography for young learners. Covers basic concepts such as continents, oceans, and map reading skills, while also delving into more advanced topics like climate zones and topography. Richly illustrated with...

In this comprehensive geography textbook, students will learn about the diverse regions of the world and the people who inhabit them. With detailed maps and engaging stories, this book is an essential resource for anyone seeking to understand the...

Published in the early 20th century, this series of geography textbooks for children offers a charming and informative look at the world's natural and human-made wonders. With lively text and colorful illustrations, these books are a delightful...

This book provides an overview of geography for children. Written by an Inspector of Schools, the book covers topics such as the earth's surface, climate, and major geographic features.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally...

Hymns for Little Children is a classic collection of hymns and religious songs for young children. It includes well-known favourites such as 'All Things Bright and Beautiful' and 'Jesus Loves Me, This I Know'. This book is an essential resource for...

Wouldn’t it be great if relationships came easy? What if we all just knew intuitively what to do to make our marriages and committed partnerships the absolute best and deepest that they could be?But the reality is that none of us are pros, and even...

If you are, or will be enrolling in a visual arts course, this book is an invaluable survival guide. The book lays bare the powerful value systems that are embedded within higher education institutions and explains them with wit and clarity. Issues such...