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  • Real-Life Math for Fractions, Ratios, and Rates, Grade 9-12

    Tom Campbell

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 2007)
    Integrate a real-world, problem solving focus into all math classes. These high-interest activities include fractions, equivalent fractions, finding patterns, ratio, solving proportions, rates, and unit pricing.

  • The Math of Food

    Susan Guengerich, Hope Martin

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 1999)
    How can math help you improve your diet? Sharpens math skills from whole-number operations through basic algebra and geometry Builds problem-solving and critical-thinking skills Includes teacher notes, concepts and skills covered, relevant Internet sites, and more Covers issues of food and nutrition, including proper diet, exercise, nutritional information lables, and the problems of world hung
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  • Real-Life Math for Tables, Charts, and Graphs, Grade 9-12

    Tom Campbell

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, )
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  • Content-Area Graphic Organizers: Social Studies

    Margaret Cleveland

    Perfect Paperback (J. Weston Walch, Sept. 1, 2004)
    Concept-driven organizers give students a practical tool for recording information in easy-to-remember visual form. The book covers main subjects (history, geography, psychology, economics, sociology, government, anthropology) as well as global studies, civics, and the uses of technology. Each organizer includes an objective, questions, and teaching notes. Among the generic templates are outline maps, four types of graphs, a timeline, and question frames. Grades 712. JWW781.

  • Your Turn: 33 Lessons in Poetry

    Louise Finn

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 1998)
    Models good poetry writing. Encourages students with lively prompts. Contains useful instruction in colorful language and poetic devices.

  • 16 Extraordinary Hispanic Americans

    Nancy Lobb

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 2007)
    16 fascinating profiles of Hispanic Americans who have changed and influenced history. Through brief, captivating biographies with low-level readability, students are inspired by examples of challenges overcome. Each biography includes a photograph, extension activities, background notes, a vocabulary list, and references.

  • Writing Fiction: A Handbook for Creative Writing

    Jacqueline Vivelo

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, July 1, 2003)
    Expands creativity through clever activities. Challenges students to answer "what-if" questions. Appeals to flexible learning styles with specific instruction and open-ended assignments.

  • Atmosphere and Weather

    Karen Kwitter

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 1998)
    Activities covered:The state we're in: Air is a gas! What is weather? Lightning! Convection: temperature differences and the motion of air. Highs, lows, and winds, the greenhouse effect, the reasons for seasons, plus 12 more fascinating activities.

  • Appreciating Musicals

    William C. Reid

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, June 1, 1993)
    5-6-7-8! From A Chorus Line to Kiss Me, Kate, from Gilbert and Sullivan to Rodgers and Hammerstein, from Cats! to Oklahoma! and everything in-between, Appreciating Musicals is a unique, easy-to-read resource for high school students studying, performing in, or simply entranced by Broadway musicals. Starting with the form's earliest incarnations in the 19th century, Appreciating Musicals is a methodical, decade-by-decade examination of the hit shows, the great composers and lyricists, the innovations, the favorite songs, and all of the glamour of opening night. A complete unit on "Musical Making" details what goes into a show's book, score, dancing, and production. The informative text includes listening guides, critical reviews, song lists, plot descriptions, and much more. A perennial favorite with teachers and students alike.

  • Writing: A Comprehensive Guide to the Writing Process

    Jean L. Pottle

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 2000)
    Ignite students interest in writing!Helps students start writing and stay on track Supplies all the tools necessary to support the writing process Contains extensive teacher support to take students from brainstorming ideas to writing the finished product
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  • 16 More Extraordinary Hispanic Americans

    Nancy Lobb

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Feb. 10, 2009)
    More profiles from this popular series!High-interest/low-readability biographies Covers influential contemporary and historical figures, such as Gloria Estefan and Bill Richardson Inspiring examples of success and overcoming challenges Includes background notes, vocabulary lists, answers, and a bibliography Biographies included:Guy Gabaldon, US MarineNicholasa Mohr, artist/writerIsabel Allende, writer Mario Molina, scientist Bill Richardson, politicianCarlos Santana, musician Antonia Hernandez, civil rights lawyerGloria Estefan, singer Edgar Prado, jockeySalma Hayek, actress/producerChristy Turlington, model Rebecca Lobo, basketball playerAlex Rodriguez, baseball player Scott Gomez, hockey player Joseph Unanue, businessman Franklin Chang Diaz, astronaut

  • 16 Extraordinary Americans with Disabilities

    Nancy Lobb

    Paperback (J Weston Walch, Jan. 1, 2008)
    16 fascinating profiles of Americans who have changed and influenced history.