Books published by publisher Media Books Llc

COME ALONG AND BAKE WITH THE PONIES!- Stunning cookbook for kids by wildly popular baker Christi Johnson- Packed with My Little Pony characters and gorgeous full-color photos throughout- 50 amazing recipes that will delight young bakers and their parentsThis eye-popping book, packed with color and wonder, transports young readers into the world of My Little Pony, specifically, the Sugar Cube Corner bakery. There, Pinkie Pie provides a special introduction to baking, sharing everything she's learned under the tutelage of Mr. and Mrs. Cake, enabling young readers and their parents to whip up fantastic treats in no time!Inside you'll find everything from Apple Cider Snaps and Chocolate Dream Pie to Rainbow Bundt Cake and Princess Pancakes - 50 fabulous, easy-to-make recipes in all, including cookies, brownies, pies, breads, muffins, cakes, cupcakes, breakfast favorites and more!Each recipe appears in full, vibrant color, with commentary and advice provided by the most popular My Little Pony characters.

In November 2008, John Hattie's groundbreaking book Visible Learning synthesized the results of more than 15 years research involving millions of students and represented the biggest ever collection of evidence-based research into what actually works in schools to improve learning. Visible Learning for Teachers takes the next step and brings those groundbreaking concepts to a completely new audience. Narrated for students, pre-service, and in-service teachers, it explains how to apply the principles of Visible Learning to any classroom anywhere in the world. The author offers concise and user-friendly summaries of the most successful interventions and offers practical step-by-step guidance to the successful implementation of visible learning and visible teaching in the classroom. This audiobook: links the biggest ever research project on teaching strategies to practical classroom implementation champions both teacher and student perspectives and contains step-by-step guidance including lesson preparation, interpreting learning and feedback during the lesson and post lesson follow-up offers checklists, exercises, case studies and best practice scenarios to assist in raising achievement includes whole school checklists and advice for school leaders on facilitating visible learning in their institution now includes additional meta-analyses bringing the total cited within the research to over 900 comprehensively covers numerous areas of learning activity including pupil motivation, curriculum, meta-cognitive strategies, behaviour, teaching strategies, and classroom management Visible Learning for Teachers is a must read for any student or teacher who wants an evidence based answer to the question: "How do we maximise achievement in our schools?" PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

Let's find out why! Do you ever wonder why the sky is blue? Or why boats float? Or why dogs like to lick your face? The pups of PAW Patrol are here to help you find out! Discover the answers to all kinds of "why?" questions in this fun, fact-filled book.Inside you'll find lot of colorful photos, awesome jokes and more fun with your favorite cartoon canines.For more PAW Patrol fun, look for these other Show & Tell Me titles!PAW Patrol: Why Do Dogs Drool?PAW Patrol: Mega MachinesPAW Patrol: Real Rescue DogsPAW Patrol: P Is for Pups!PAW Patrol: Onward and Pupward!

First published in 1993, The Ultimate Cigar Book has become a classic in its field, and is generally credited with having helped launch the current cigar-smoking craze. It has been reprinted numerous times in the United States, and is now sold worldwide. No other book contains as much detailed and factual information on virtually every facet of cigar making and cigar smoking. Now we present an audio edition of the beloved fourth edition for the audio-loving aficionado of the future! Forget 1492. This book starts out in B.C. (Before Columbus) and transports the cigar enthusiast on a fun and fact-filled adventure into virtually every realm of today's popular and growing cigar-smoking pastime. Written by one of the most knowledgeable and internationally-celebrated pipe and cigar authors of our time, Richard Carleton Hacker's well-known wit and wisdom will keep the listener enthralled with every minute, as he takes you on an information-packed would tour of cigars. Starting off with a history of cigar smoking, the author then shows us how cigars are made today (handmade, handrolled, and machine-made), divulges the secrets of finding the "perfect" cigar, and discusses the ritual of smoking and how to properly care for and store our cigars. From there the book lists a number of innovative cigar accessories, suggests which beers, wines, whiskeys, brandies, and cognacs go with what cigars, enlightens us with a chapter on cigar-smoking celebrities, and concludes with the world's first International Compendium of virtually every cigar brand known today, complete with histories and observations on taste, according to the author's HPH (Highly Prejudiced Hacker-Scale) ratings. If that was not enough, there is even a dictionary of CigarSpeak! The Ultimate Cigar Book is the most comprehensive, factual, and up-to-date book for the cigar smoker or for those who just want to learn more about the fascinating and popular world of cigar smoking. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

Can community-building begin in a classroom? The authors of this audiobook believe that by applying restorative justice at school, we can build a healthier and more just society. Can an overworked teacher possibly turn an unruly incident with students into an "opportunity for learning, growth, and community-building"? If restorative justice has been able to salvage lives within the world of criminal behavior, why shouldn't its principles be applied in school classrooms and cafeterias? And if our children learn restorative practices early and daily, won't we be building a healthier, more just society? Two educators answer yes, yes, and yes in this new addition to The Little Books of Justice and Peacebuilding series. Amstutz and Mullet offer applications and models. "Discipline that restores is a process to make things as right as possible." This Little Book shows how to get there. The Little Book of Restorative Discipline is skillfully read by Karen Chilton, narrator of the audio edition of Michelle Alexander's The New Jim Crow. This audiobook includes a bonus conversation with series editor Howard Zehr and Sheryl Wilson, President of the Board of Directors of the National Association of Community and Restorative Justice. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

Note: The purchase of this audiobook includes a PDF of all the charts, check lists, worksheets, diagrams, visuals, and resources that are part of the book. In fact, having the PDF can be helpful and convenient for incorporating the lessons and wisdom of The Growth Mindset Coach into your teaching. A complete and easy-to-follow guide for inspiring every student with the power of growth mindset. Created by teachers for teachers, this is the ultimate guide for unleashing students' potential through creative lessons, empowering messages, and innovative teaching. The Growth Mindset Coach provides all you need to foster a growth mindset classroom, including: A month-by-month program Research-based activities Hands-on lesson plans Real-life educator stories Constructive feedback Sample parent letters Studies show that growth mindsets result in higher test scores, improved grades, and more in-class involvement. When your students understand that their intelligence is not limited, they succeed like never before. With the tools in this audiobook, you can motivate your students to believe in themselves and achieve anything. The Growth Mindset Coach is expertly narrated by Abby Craden, an Audible Listener favorite. Please Note: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

The trial ended years ago, but her nightmare is just beginning. Can she save an innocent man before his time runs out?“The ending was unpredictable...” – A Lawrence“Intriguing from the very first page…” – K Crowell“This book did not disappoint!” – H WattFormer juror Jess Dawson is facing a difficult time in her life, raising an autistic son and navigating a failing marriage, when her past service as a juror on a high-profile death penalty case comes back to haunt her. Mikael Kriskan, a young Russian the jury sentenced to death for killing his adoptive American parents one cold Colorado night, is nearing his execution date when the foreman of their jury and his wife are found dead, killed in the same manner as Kriskan’s parents.Then, a second juror appears to commit suicide and leaves a disturbing note to his fellow jurors attached to his chest: KJ - do the right thing. Only Jess knows the true meaning of the message but as others begin to suspect the truth, Jess quickly finds herself in the crosshairs of Kriskan’s prosecutor, also her lover, who’s intent on executing Kriskan, and members of the Russian mob, who are hell bent on returning the genius Kriskan to his Russian roots. The choice they give former juror Jess Dawson seems easy: Kill Mikael, kill her son. Save Mikael, save her son. But in a case where the post-conviction appeals have run out, the impact the truth will have upon her family is dire, and the lives of her fellow jurors are equally at stake—this choice will be anything but easy.A nail-biting suspense thriller that is part of the Women of Redemption Series, books that feature women who may not be perfect, but perfectly kick-ass when given a second chance.Read The Fifth Juror to journey on a quest for justice today!Interview with the AuthorQ - So, what makes the Women of Redemption books special?A – I think it really boils down to the characters. When I write, I let the characters tell me who they are, and what I discover is that like any of us, they wrestle with the challenges life throws at them in a varied manner. The emotions they experience are real – anger, betrayal, hurt, grief, guilt – and the choices they make as a result – whether revenge, vengeance, or just turning a blind eye - may not be good or right, but they’re human, and people make mistakes. The question facing each in the end, is what will they do to make the wrong right?Q – You like to throw your strong female protagonists into some impossible situations. Why is that?A – I’ve always liked books about ordinary people facing extraordinary circumstances. I believe people often find the best in themselves when faced with the worst. I want readers to put themselves in these women’s shoes, and think… What if I discovered the man I found guilty of murder was innocent and I was the one responsible for securing his death sentence? How far would I go to get justice if I was kidnapped and the perpetrators responsible were never punished? What would I do if I found out the woman I most respected was taking justice into her own hands? Q – These books seem to cross genre boundaries, a bit mystery, suspense, and thriller.A – I think all authors like to create books that mirror the kind of books they like to read. My top picks are usually serial killer thrillers, psychological thrillers, private detectives, and any number of thriller and mystery best sellers. I love a fast-paced style that keeps me on the edge of my seat. As a result, I think my books tend to take a part from each genre – a bit “whodunit”, some “don’t open that door”, add a few high stakes and blend them together...Q - So, why should a reader check out your books?A - Because you'll love the page-turning action! Thanks for reading!

Five fun cozy mystery books with pet-sitter Polly Parrett. Doggone Christmas: "Control that dog or I'll shoot him." Those are the words that spur Polly Parrett to action in this riveting and hilarious cozy mystery. A cute Christmas murder mystery about pets and a special dog, you'll instantly be drawn into the story. The Christmas Kitten: Polly Parrett finds herself in the midst of another cozy murder mystery. This time it involves two little girls, a wicked stepmother, and a missing father. Oh, and Christmas is almost here. Bird Brain: Polly Parrett meets Polly parrot. Together, can they solve a murder mystery? Polly finds herself having to cope with a moody macaw, a volatile new resident at her mother's halfway house for veterans, and oh yeah, a dead body. Seeing Red: Why did the dog get so angry? And just who is Heather Haggerty? Mallowapple's most famous pet-sitter is in the thick of it again. She can't seem to get away from dead bodies. It's as if murder - or murderers - follow her around. The Christmas Puppy: What do bulldog puppies and garden gnomes have to do with a dead Santa Claus? Once again intrepid pet-sitter, Polly Parrett, finds herself in the thick of a murder investigation in this fun cozy mystery.

Expressing painful emotions is hard - yet it can actually improve our mental and physical health.This lucid, compassionate audiobook has introduced tens of thousands of listeners to expressive writing, a simple yet powerful self-help technique grounded in scientific research. Leading experts James W. Pennebaker and Joshua M. Smyth describe how taking just a few minutes to write about deeply felt personal experiences or problems may help you: Heal old emotional wounds Feel a greater sense of well-being Decrease stress Improve relationships Boost your immune system Vivid stories and examples yield compelling insights into secrets, self-disclosure, and the hidden price of silence. The third edition incorporates findings from hundreds of recent studies and includes practical exercises to help you try expressive writing for yourself. It features extensive new information on specific health benefits, as well as when the approach may not be helpful. Opening Up by Writing It Down is wonderfully narrated by Douglas James, and comes with a downloadable PDF, which includes all writing exercises contained in the book. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

“I knew myself, at the first breath of this new life, to be more wicked, tenfold more wicked . . . and the thought, in that moment, braced and delighted me like wine.” An indescribably evil madman lurks beneath the prim and proper façade of Victorian London causing Mr. Utterson to vow, “If he shall be Mr. Hyde, I shall be Mr. Seek!” You may think you know the story of Jekyll and Hyde, but as the layers of mystery are peeled off one by one, the shadowy gothic suspense will keep you riveted to the end. This science fiction thriller has permeated the English language as the term “Jekyll and Hyde” became synonymous with dual personality. Find out why in the story that came to Stevenson in a feverish nightmare and has inspired writers and artists for well over a century. Unabridged 1886 edition.Robert Louis Stevenson was born in Edinburgh in 1850. Suffering from chronic lung disease, he travelled the world in search of health and happiness, finally settling with his wife and family in Samoa. In addition to this book, he is noted for the adventure novel, Treasure Island, the poetry collection, A Child’s Garden of Verses, and numerous essays, short stories and travel books. Keynote Classics™ offer a better way to read classic literature, whether for enjoyment or for a class. They include an Introductory Key to give you helpful information that will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of the novel. Traditional literature introductions include in-depth analysis describing plot, themes, and literary devices, and inevitably give away the story before you’ve had a chance to enjoy it relying your own perception and understanding. Keynote Classics™ Introductory Keys are different. No-spoiler study guides don’t give away plot, themes, or symbolism, and they don’t do literary analysis for you. They simply point out general ideas and things to pay attention to that help you find your own interpretations. Includes brief historical context about the author and the time and place the novel was written to help you gain important perspective before reading it. Provides 10 suggested topics for discussion and/or essays. Teachers recommend that you read actively and engage with the text to help you draw on your own knowledge and experience to get at the meat of a novel. Keynote Classics paperbacks provide extra wide margins for jotting down your thoughts, connections, and interpretations while you read. Printed with chlorine-free ink and acid-free paper made from 30% post-consumer waste recycled material supplied by a Forest Stewardship Council-certified provider. Buy this unabridged edition of Robert Louis Stevenson’s landmark novel, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde, from Keynote Classics today!

In The Unofficial Pokémon Go Field Guide, professional Pokémon Trainer Ivy St. Ive teaches you everything you need to know in order to become a Pokémon Go master overnight. This guide contains tips, tricks, secrets, character guides and insider info on how to catch ‘em all! Millions of people have taken up the challenge of Pokémon Go, the location-based, augmented reality game in which people use their smartphones to catch pokémon while on the go. With so many fans hunting, catching and battline with their pokémons, it's been impossible to find an edge over the competition and become the greatest trainer of them all - until now. This field guide includes every tip, trick, strategy and shortcut you need to become a legend, including: - How to take over any gym, no matter how heavily guarded- A breakdown of every pokémon in the game- How to develop the strongest collection of pokémon- Where to find the rarest of pokémon- How to level up as fast as possibleYou'll also find stories celebrating the community and lifestyle of all things Pokémon!

When Thomas Edison began wiring New York City with a direct current electricity distribution system in the 1880s, he gave humankind the magic of electric light, heat, and power; in the process, though, he inadvertently opened a Pandora's Box of unimaginable illness and death. Dirty Electricity tells the story of Dr. Samuel Milham, the scientist who first alerted the world about the frightening link between occupational exposure to electromagnetic fields and human disease. Milham takes listeners through his early years and education, following the twisting path that led to his discovery that most of the 20th-century diseases of civilization, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and suicide, are caused by electromagnetic field exposure. In the second edition, he explains how electrical exposure does its damage and how electricity is causing our current epidemics of asthma, diabetes, and obesity. Dr. Milham warns that because of the recent proliferation of radio frequency radiation from cell phones and towers, terrestrial antennas, Wi-Fi, and Wi-max systems, broadband Internet over power lines, and personal electronic equipment, we may be facing a looming epidemic of morbidity and mortality. In Dirty Electricity, he reveals the steps we must take, personally and as a society, to coexist with this marvelous but dangerous technology. PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.