Books published by publisher Iag Media Inc

To successfully write books that children will read and treasure, you need to discover what makes a kid want to curl up with a book in the first place. CREATING CHARACTERS KIDS WILL LOVE can make the difference between publishing success and failure. The book explains how characters, more than any other story element, draw kids to the page and keep them hooked from the beginning to end. You'll find dozens of methods you can use to make your own characters more lively and compelling.

Make amazing robots and gadgets with two of today’s hottest DIY technologies. With this easy-to-follow guide, you’ll learn how to build devices with Lego Mindstorms NXT 2.0, the Arduino prototyping platform, and some add-on components to bridge the two. Mindstorms alone lets you create incredible gadgets. Bring in Arduino for some jaw-dropping functionality—and open a whole new world of possibilities.Build a drink dispenser, music synthesizer, wireless lamp, and moreEach fun and fascinating project includes step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations to guide you through the process. Learn how to set up an Arduino programming environment, download the sketches and libraries you need, and work with Arduino’s language for non-programmers. It’s a perfect book for students, teachers, hobbyists, makers, hackers, and kids of all ages.Build a Drawbot that roams around and traces its path with a marker penConstruct an analog Mindstorms clock with hands that display the correct timeCreate a machine that mixes a glass of chocolate milk at the touch of a buttonMake a Gripperbot rolling robotic arm that you control wirelessly with Arduinos mounted on your armsExplore electronic music by building a guitar-shaped Lego synthesizerBuild a Lego lamp with on/off and dimmer switches that you control with a smartphone applicationJump feet first into the world of electronics, from learning Ohm’s Law to working with basic componentsYou'll need the Bricktronics shield created for this book by Open Source Hardware kit maker Wayne and Layne, or you can build a breadboarded equivalent (see Chapter 10) for about $25 in parts.

"The Complete Guide to Cocker Spaniels is full of so much information, it discusses every aspect of owning a Cocker Spaniel along with prices you may incur. I have had 3 Cockers in my life so far and everything in this book is true to the 'T'. I highly recommend this book for anyone that is interested in owning a Cocker!" - Jaimie Glaister, Cocker Spaniel ownerThinking about getting a Cocker Spaniel but your only experience with this friendly breed is Lady from Lady and the Tramp?Adding a dog to your family is a significant and long-term decision. Cocker Spaniels typically live for 10 to 14 years. So, if you're feeling overwhelmed about everything you need to know before you decide to bring a Cocker Spaniel home, use this handy guide to answer your questionsThe Complete Guide to Cocker Spaniels will provide you with everything you need to know from choosing your puppy and preparing your home to socializing, training, grooming, and feeding your Cocker Spaniel.Topics included in this guide:Understanding the requirements that reputable breeders must meetRecognizing the importance of health tests and certifications for Cocker SpanielsTips for puppy-proofing your homeUnderstanding why socializing your puppy is importantLearning the best options to house-train your puppyUsing obedience training to create a well-behaved dogTeaching your dog to understand basic and advanced commandsReducing or removing separation anxietyLearning about the best diet for your dogUnderstanding Cocker Spaniel exercise needsManaging Cocker Spaniel grooming needsIdentifying common Cocker Spaniel health conditionsPreparing for travel by car or plane with your Cocker SpanielHelping your dog age gracefully

Why This BookThe Ultimate Guide to Wild Canines, Primitive Dogs, and Pariah Dogs is geared toward the experienced dog owner who wants to own a pure wild canine, a wolf dog, coydog, dingoX, or primitive/pariah dog. In this book we will examine pureblood wild canines and their crosses and look at several primitive/pariah breeds. We will lay out the challenges that you can expect from these breeds, including housing, transporting, and socializing. We will also discuss the current state and provincial laws surrounding ownership of wild canines. This is not a training manual. If you are an inexperienced dog owner and think having a wild canine or cross is cool or a status symbol, please read this book very carefully. Wild canines are not for the inexperienced dog owner. For the sake of the dog you plan to bring home, please consider your decision very carefully. These dogs are a challenge even for experienced dog handlers. Wild animals and their crossbreeds do not belong in 99% of homes. The rehoming options are slim, and your pet wild canine may end up paying for your decision with its life.Primitive dogs have a long history of living on the edges of human habitation. They may not come with the same legal challenges as a wild canine, but you will still have plenty of work ahead of you including training and socializing your primitive. Carefully think through your decision to adopt a primitive. Bringing home a “couch wolf” can cause problems in your home. If you’ve accidentally gotten a primitive dog from a shelter, I highly encourage you to read this book, then find a reputable trainer who understands that this is not just a dog. I acquired my primitive dog accidentally and while I was an experienced dog owner, I was still baffled until I realized what she was and adapted to her behaviors.A common domesticated dog is a huge responsibility. However, a wild or primitive dog requires far more work. Owning one may be the greatest experience in your life, but it will also be one of the biggest challenges.For the sake of your future pet, take the time to read this book carefully.Owning a wild dog – a wolf, coyote, dingo, or even something imported from Africa – might sound like an amazing opportunity. Imagine the looks you’ll get! Imagine how much fun it will be to walk down the street with your silver coated wolf by your side. However, before you make that sort of commitment, take some time to learn about wild dogs. Bringing a wild dog into your life can have some long term legal and ethical outcomes. Because wild dogs are governed by state laws, The Ultimate Guide to Wild Dogs, Primitive Dogs and Pariah Dogs examines the basic laws and requirements for those owning wild dogs. What happens when your wolf dog mistakes cattle for their rightful prey? Can you keep a coy-dog in an apartment? Did you know that finding vet care can be a challenge for your wild dog and that their nutritional, training, and exercise requirements are different? Will your homeowner’s insurance even cover a wild dog?Before you make a commitment to a wild dog, learn what you can expect from bringing an undomesticated dog into your life. This book also examines pariah and primitive dogs, those with specific physical characteristics who live on the outskirts of human society. These dogs are somewhat more socialized than a wild dog but come with their unique challenges and interesting personalities. If you’ve met one of these unique dogs during a trip to another country, how do you go about bringing it home? What sort of quarantines are in place? Can they be fully associated into a home?The Complete Guide answers all these important questions and will help you to decide if a wild dog, primitive dog or pariah dog is the right match for your home and family.

Passion for Polymer is the new print and digital book/magazine for the art and craft of polymer clay. Learn new ways to use your clay, see inspiration from some of the top artists in the craft, view galleries from our art challenge (and get involved yourself!) This issue features 11 project tutorials, several articles about running a small business, features about accomplished artists using polymer clay and mixed media, and inspirational photo galleries.Take a look at our Table of Contents in the "look inside" feature to see the topics for this volume.We've got several beautiful Steampunk themed projects, as well as art jewelry, decor, and more.Here's a flip through of our physical copy of the book-a-zine!https://vimeo.com/303900585

12 beautiful tutorials and several inspirational articles: Emerging from the Darkness - Aoife Smyth MurphyButterfly Cane - Aoife Smyth MurphyThe Polymer Chef - Feathered Wing Necklace - Suzanne IvesterFlying the Plane - Kira McCoyArtist Ateliers - Studio Tour - Patricia KrauchuneThe Wings of Love - Patricia KrauchuneBehindTheseEyes-FauxBumblebeeJasper - Cindi McGeeGiving Back - An Extraordinary Girl - Kathy WeaverPixelated Canes- Kathy WeaverSpringtime Bee- Helen Terlalis DornFluttering Mixed-Media Fairy Princess - Bea GrobFairy Wings - Sandy HuntressHappy Bugs - Angela AndersonCleocatra - Valeri DarlingScarlet Macaw Cane - Melanie RollensWhimsical Flying Elephant - PanariliGallery

The High School Graduates Owner's Manual is designed to provide direction and insight to young people from the ages of 15 to 25. It is also titled and positioned to be the go-to gift for High School Graduates, although it is also a great gift for Back to School (High School & College), Birthdays and Christmas. Chapters include guidance on how money works, how consequences work, and how opportunity works, in addition to chapters that address politics, fitness, advice, your 1st job, your reputation, and the importance of giving back. "If I only knew then what I know now'" are words that countless adults have echoed at some point in their life. The High School Graduates Owner's Manual provides young people a shortcut to success - a shortcut many adults wish they had discovered at a much younger age.

In the transition from elementary to middle school, there are natural highs and lows a student may face. But add to that, a crush on a girl, low self esteem, a week away from home, and the addition of a pet, and you have the an emotional roller coaster. This is what happens to Bruce Veign, better known as Bobo. The summer promises to shape Bobo's life and outlook on it in so many ways.

How to learn effectively when you have to be both the teacher and student. Work smarter and save yourself countless hours. Self-learning is not just about performing better in the classroom or the office. It's about being able to aim your life in whatever direction you choose and conquering the obstacles in front of you. Replicable methods and insights to build expertise from ground zero. The Science of Self-Learning focuses not only on learning, but what it means to direct your own learning. Anyone can read a book, but what about more? You will learn to deconstruct a topic and then construct your own syllabus and plan. Gathering information, initial research, having a dialogue with new information - unlock these skills and you will unlock your life. Make complex topics painless and less intimidating to approach and break down. Peter Hollins has studied psychology and peak human performance for over a dozen years and is a bestselling author. He has worked with a multitude of individuals to unlock their potential and path towards success. His writing draws on his academic, coaching, and research experience. Develop habits and skills to fulfill your career or hobby goals. -Understand the learning success pyramid and how self-regulation and confidence impact learning. -How to stay motivated in tedious and tiring learning. -The SQ3R Method and conversing with information. Science-based methods to help your brain absorb and retain more. -Speed reading and comprehension. -How to plan and schedule like Benjamin Franklin. -How to extract information like juice from an orange. Most people have multiple careers in their lives. Self-learning is how you keep up and adapt.