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Whether using magic as flavor or as an essential piece of plot, this book will guide fantasy authors, from new to experienced, through the delicate layers of creating, utilizing, and mastering magic systems. With workshops, work pages, and reference materials included, this succinct one-and-done guide to crafting the magical elements of the fantasy genre is a must-have for speculative fiction authors.

Writing, speaking, and communicating with confidence can be intimidating. This book gives you the tools to stand out and deliver your message more successfully.

Thorough preparation cannot be overlooked. That is why the author Vince Valentine, a food industry professional, developed the Servsafe Study Guide! This edition is a complete review edition. It covers all essential concepts found on the exam from all categories of the exam.

This is a story about how the extreme became mainstream. It reveals how the truth became ‘fake news’, how fringe ideas spread and how a candidate many dismissed as a joke was propelled to the presidency by the dark side of the internet. For several years, Andrew Marantz, a New Yorker staff writer, has been embedded with alt-right propagandists, who have become experts at using social media to advance their corrosive agenda.

Practical and motivational, The PAID Educator is a guide for educators who are ready to explore innovative ways to use their current knowledge and talents to treat themselves to a bigger budget. Using Dr. Bisa's four-step P-A-I-D approach for strategically discovering Prospects-Allies-Information-Dollars, educators working in any profession can become masters at controlling their own careers and revenue streams. It's high time for educators to get P-A-I-D!

This comprehensive guide is designed to provide you with everything you need to know, from basic electrical concepts to advanced troubleshooting techniques. Whether you’re refreshing your knowledge of Ohm’s Law, mastering the intricacies of wiring methods, or learning how to size circuits and protect electrical systems, this book covers all key topics in detail. It is not just about memorizing information but truly understanding the principles that will help you excel as an electrician.

The Little Book of Parenting covers everything you need to raise happy, resilient children from preschool to adult. Focusing on your emotional wellbeing as a starting point, it enables you to support your child with a healthy foundation, the ability to self-regulate, your dynamics as a family and the importance of clear but lovingly-set boundaries and solid routines.

Drowning in a sea of paperwork? Overwhelmed with preparing lesson plans and homework? Welcome a new era of teaching with AI. Many teachers find themselves grappling with the challenging task of balancing their teaching responsibilities with the numerous non-teaching demands that come their way. Teachers work about 50 hours a week with less than 50% of that time directly engaging with students. Finding the right balance between teaching and a multitude of other tasks remains a persistent struggle in the demanding world of education.

Phonics instruction shouldn't end when students can decode short words. From an early age, they also need to be able to decode "big words"—words with multiple syllables (sound units) and morphemes (meaning units)—to read proficiently. The key is to teach them systematically and explicitly, in developmentally appropriate ways. That's where this audiobook comes in. Dr. Heidi Anne Mesmer shares essential background on how language "works," provides a K-5 scope and sequence to guide practice, and offers abundant research-backed strategies that teachers can put into action immediately.

Do you want to build lasting wealth and gain financial freedom? The Wealth Matrix is a powerful guide that combines financial education with proven strategies to help you make informed, profitable decisions for your future.

Best-selling author and special needs educator, Richard Bass, provides evidence-based practices and empathetic insights garnered from years of experience in the field to help both new and seasoned teachers develop the skills to foster academic success for neurodivergent students.

The best resource for aceing the Medical College Admission Test is "MCAT Crash Course: A Concise Simplified Summary of What You Need to Know to Pass the MCAT Exam with Flying Colors [Official Test Prep for 2024-2025]". This material is organized and effective, condensing a large amount of information into manageable chunks so that you can understand the main ideas without becoming bogged down in extraneous details.

Unlock the Secrets to Captivating Storytelling You sit at your desk, staring at a blank page, struggling to bring your ideas to life. What if you could uncover the keys to turning those ideas into compelling narratives? This guide is your roadmap, showing you how to harness the power of storytelling, no matter your experience level. Imagine crafting characters and scenes so immersive that readers feel every laugh, tear, and thrill. With practical strategies, you’ll break through creative blocks, develop your unique voice, and make each writing milestone an achievement worth celebrating. ...

Study Smarter, Not Harder: Proven Techniques for Success in the Digital Age is the essential guide for students looking to excel academically in today’s fast-paced digital world. Packed with science-backed strategies and practical tips, this book teaches you how to maximize your learning, boost retention, and manage your time effectively. Whether you're tackling multiple online courses, balancing a busy schedule, or preparing for challenging exams, these proven techniques will help you stay focused, avoid burnout, and achieve academic success with less stress. Learn how to: Master active ...

We walk the walk, but do we talk the talk? As clinicians, do we speak with parents or to them? Is it effective in motivating them to adhere to interventions or do you find that sometimes they inhale and exhale at the sight/sound of parent training sessions? Research shows that parents who receive parent training obtain better outcomes out of their children's treatment, decrease their overall expenditures in therapy and become empowered to maintain these behavior changes over time. However, while parents are bringing their children to treatment (which is indicative of their desire to find ...

This is the perfect gift for teachers! It introduces a simple revolutionary idea most teachers already know on some level. They know it, but do NOT know how to implement it. It’s not magic. It’s not complicated. It’s not hard to do. It is simply an Art Form that we have been blinded from clearly seeing. This is the perfect gift for the dedicated teacher or educator.

Domine el Examen de P&C: Su Guía para una Carrera en Seguros de Propiedad y Accidentes es un recurso imprescindible para quienes buscan ingresar al sector de seguros de propiedad y accidentes. Esta guía completa aborda todas las áreas esenciales necesarias para aprobar el examen de P&C, incluyendo principios fundamentales del seguro, suscripción, cláusulas de las pólizas y coberturas específicas, como seguros de hogar, automóviles, comerciales y de responsabilidad civil. Cada capítulo ha sido cuidadosamente estructurado para ofrecer explicaciones detalladas y ejemplos prácticos ...

By reading this book, you’re adding to your leadership toolbox. Each cadet leadership story is a hammer, screwdriver, or a duplex rabbet plane. And no, we did not make that last one up! You’ll be thanking yourself later for having read this book when you have all the tools you need to face any leadership challenge life can throw at you. After all, taking the time to build your character is always one of the best investments you can make. So make it!

Embark on an enlightening journey into the heart of cardiology with Mastering EKG Interpretation, your essential guide to understanding and mastering the vital skill of electrocardiogram (EKG) interpretation. Whether you're a medical student eager to grasp the fundamentals, a healthcare professional aiming to enhance your diagnostic accuracy, or a seasoned practitioner refining your expertise, this book is tailored to transform your analytical skills and enrich your clinical practice. Electrocardiography stands as one of the most valuable, non-invasive tools in modern medicine, providing ...

Revisitando tudo o que pensávamos saber sobre linguagem, este livro revolucionário apresenta um ponto de vista totalmente original para explicar o surgimento dessa que talvez seja nossa maior conquista. Uma história tão notável quanto a da origem da vida. Embora suas ramificações alcancem tudo que fazemos, a linguagem é ainda profundamente intrigante. O que há no cérebro humano que a torna possível? Como é que simples sons e gestos podem transmitir significado? Por que não falamos todos a mesma língua?