Books with author Christopher Butz

A PERFECT PLAN FOR THE PERFECT SCORE Score-Raising Features Include:•3 full-length practice exams with thorough answer explanations•Comprehensive overview of the AP Physics 2 exam format •Challenging multiple choice and free response questions, just like the ones on the new AP Physics 2 exam, including extensive free response scoring rubrics •The only book that helps you evaluate your strengths and weaknesses in two ways: -Fundamentals self-assessment that assess your general breadth and depth of content knowledge - Question-type self-assessment that assess your skill level with AP Physics 2 style questions•Proven strategies to improve your score as well as specific help and practice in gaining the skills for success on all the unique questions that appear on the AP Physics 2 exam such as -Experimental descriptions and analysis including linearization of graphs-Lab based questions including lab design-Paragraph length response questions-Semiquantitative reasoning, multiple-choice and qualitative-quantitative transition (QQT) questions-Ranking tasks and Student-Contention problemsThe 5-Step Plan:Step 1: Set up your study plan with three model schedulesStep 2: Determine your readiness with an AP-style Diagnostic ExamStep 3: Develop the strategies that will give you the edge on test dayStep 4: Review the terms and concepts you need to achieve your highest scoreStep 5: Build your confidence with full-length practice exams

During World War 2, the world’s first atomic bomb was detonated over the Japanese cities, Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Hiroshima Day, Hiroshima and Nagasaki Memorial Day commemorate 6 and 9 August 1945. Purpose of this book is recognizing and celebrating the spirit of survivors and those who have dedicated themselves to ensuring that such events are never repeated and that nuclear weapons are never used to destroy our human kind again. The following aspects are included in the book.-Background of the atomic bomb mission target choosing-The day of Hiroshima devastation-The day of Nagasaki devastation-Japan surrender Timeline

Do your kids know what the fourth of July is? Why do we celebrate it? What is the meaning of Independence Day in USA? And when is Independence Day? Let’s celebrate this holiday and Learn all about the fourth of July or Independence Day including a meaning and a history of this day. This book also includes below features. What Is the 4th of July?A Brief HistoryHow Did Independence Day Begin? What Is the Declaration of Independence? 4th of July Celebrated in the U.S.A.How Has Independence Day Changed?Symbols of the 4th of JulyIndependence Day in Other Countries What Does Independence Day Mean to Americans?Fascinating FactsDownload Now and Enjoy Reading!!

"To Fall From Bliss" is a thought-provoking journey about following your heart while trying to identify yourself from the other 7 Billion personalities on the planet! Here’s how it unravels: In the world of Oblivion there exists the town of Bliss, a place of peace by way of unwavering Cosmic Balance. But underneath the beauty of Bliss there is one golden rule: One must never question anything beyond the world of Oblivion! Insert: Bella, an inquisitive girl who breaks tradition by questioning the ways of the creatures who live on the Urantia (Planet Earth). Bella is so captivated by the mystery of the “blue marble” in the sky, she secretly begins to study and educate herself about the fascinating creatures known only as “Humans”. But this breach of edict is a serious offense in Bliss. Bella is scolded by her twin sister (Isabella), then instructed to silence her queries and quit her quest. And then it happens: Bella and her companion (Bill) abandon Bliss and “Fall” to the lower world of Urantia, where they are approached by a mysterious man (Nazar) who will be their guide, leading them on a quest called the “Phases of the Sages”, where they must visit “Five Wise Men” and answer questions pertaining to the “Laws of Life” and other Elements of Existence. But things take terrible turn when an evil villain ( Darcuum) kidnaps one of the Sages (Mr. Edison) and steals “The Light” from the world of Urantia. Now, in order to defeat Darcuum and liberate “The Light” from the clutches of darkness, Bella and Bill must complete each phase to be awarded the “Accolades” needed to rescue Mr. Edison who is being held in the underworld of Amentia, where they must travel to kick Darcuum's butt, and save Humanity from eternal darkness!

Deep in the forest, there lived a beautiful little fir tree who longed to see the world. When the tree is taken to town at Christmas, it feels like all his dreams have come true. But what will happen the day after? Find out in this beautifully illustrated modern retelling of Hans Christian Andersen’s festive tale. When he was surrounded by the splendor of nature, the little fir tree could only think about what he wasn’t and what he didn’t have and couldn’t see. After the initial excitement of venturing out, though, he finds that the world isn’t quite what he expected. As the story of the little fir tree unfolds—brought to enchanting life with the colorful, folk art–inspired artwork of acclaimed author/illustrator Christopher Corr—so does a touching lesson on appreciating what we already have and a hopeful message of rebirth.

Inspired by the author’s rescue pit bull, this follow up to Marlo is another stunning oversized picture book with a playful seek-and-find element for readers to pore over. Perfect for fans of Aaron Becker's Caldecott Honor-winning book Journey and parents who loved Jurassic Park. When Marlo wakes up from his afternoon nap, he spots something curious. . . . His investigation brings him into a lush jungle, where a whole new world full of colorful dinosaurs of every size awaits him.With clever seek-and-find elements on each spread, this book is a feast of imagination and visual delights.

From Stonewall Honor author Christopher Barzak comes a haunting novel of love and loss, in which a series of tornadoes rips through a small midwest town, forever altering the lives of those who live there.Ellie heads up her high school yearbook, and until the tornadoes come, her biggest worry is how to raise enough money to print them. But since the day when a rash of powerful tornadoes touched down in Newfoundland, Ohio--killing more than half of the students in her school, not to mention dozens more people throughout the town--she's been haunted: by the ghosts of her best friends, by the boy next door, even by her boyfriend. And the living are haunting her too, all those left behind in the storm's wake to cope with the "gone away" pieces in their lives. A chance encounter with one ghost leads Ellie to discover a way to free the spirits that have been lingering since the storm, and she learns that she's not the only one seeing the ghosts--it's a town-wide epidemic.

Get ready for your AP Physics 2 exam with this straightforward, easy-to-follow study guide AP Physics 1 and AP Physics 2 together replaced the course formerly titled AP Physics B. The new courses debuted in 2014, with the first Physics 1 and Physics 2 exams given in 2015. The wildly popular test prep guide― updated and enhanced for smartphone users―5 Steps to a 5: AP Physics 2 2017 provides a proven strategy to achieving high scores on this demanding Advanced Placement exam. This logical and easy-to-follow instructional guide introduces an effective 5-step study plan to help students build the skills, knowledge, and test-taking confidence they need to reach their full potential. The book helps students master both multiple-choice and free-response questions and offers comprehensive answer explanations and sample responses. Written by a physics teacher and an AP consultant, this insider’s guide reflects the latest course syllabus and includes 2 full-length practice exams, plus the most up-to-date scoring information. The 5 Steps to a 5: AP Physics 2 2017 effective 5-step plan breaks down test preparation into stages: 1. Set Up Your Study Program 2. Determine Your Test Readiness 3. Develop Strategies for Success 4. Develop the Knowledge You Need to Score High 5. Build Your Test-Taking Confidence. 2 full-length practice examsBONUS interactive AP Planner app delivers a customized study schedule and extra practice questions to students’ mobile devicesThe 5 Steps to a 5 series has prepared millions of students for success