Books published by publisher Five Star Publications, Inc.

Sociology, Exploring the Architecture of Everyday Life: Readings underscores the "architecture" of social life―how we, as social beings, are always building and rebuilding our social environment. This anthology includes a range of styles and examples that reflect common experiences and phenomena; important social issues and problems; the relationship between the individual and society; and a sociological perspective on specific historic events. The new Eleventh Edition includes several new readings that convey the best in critical contemporary sociology with an eye toward current social issues.

Kelsee Lewis has a new school, a prima donna best friend, and one week to write a hit play. Throw in a self-obsessed mom and an absent executive dad, and it's no wonder she has panic attacks - complete with time-warp special effects. When Kelsee meets comic book maven Quinn, she realizes the attacks give her the ability to rewind time. Replaying life seems like the best way to erase mistakes. But will second chances leave Kelsee flailing in the orchestra pit alone?

You asked for it, so here it is…MORE! of the imaginative, one-of-a-kind BASIC/Not Boring Series. Based on the same skills checklists as the original series, we have created: MORE! fun exercises; MORE! high-interest, age appropriate themes; MORE! fundamental skills practice; MORE! of what teachers, students, and parents really need. As with the original series, the exercises in each book may be used to introduce a new skill, review and reinforce skills and content, assess skills and content, and encourage use of higher-order thinking skills. Students will continue to be challenged by the creative and interesting exercises; teachers can expect the extra help in lesson-planning with the included skills matrix (pg. 8); and parents can use the skills test and answer key to help make sure their child’s learning is on track. There is no need to resort to any other boring “back to basics” workbook when there is MORE! of the fun-filled, carefully researched activities in the BASIC/Not Boring MORE! Series!

The revised edition of Drumming to the Beat of Different Marchers features Dr. Debbie Silver's poetry, wisdom, and humor with the art of award-winning illustrator Peter H. Reynolds. Teachers and administrators will be inspired by Debbie’s poignant stories and thrilled with the practical advice as they learn about relevant research findings. A valuable discussion guide is included to help interested teams find the rhythm of the differentiated learners in their classrooms. Don't miss your opportunity to read this exciting new resource!

An Interdisciplinary Approach Criminal Law provides students with an integrated framework for understanding the U.S. criminal justice system with a diverse and inclusive interdisciplinary approach and thematic focus. Authors Katheryn Russell-Brown and Angela J. Davis go beyond the law and decisions in court cases to consider and integrate issues of race, gender, and socio-economic status with their discussion of criminal law. Material from the social sciences is incorporated to highlight the intersection between criminal law and key social issues. Case excerpts and detailed case summaries, used to highlight important principles of criminal law, are featured throughout the text. The coverage is conceptual and practical, showing students how the criminal law applies in the "real world"―not just within the pages of a textbook.