Young Adult Nonfiction

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Just Think: Philosophy Puzzles for Children Aged 9 to 90: Class Set Edition - Paperback

$17.26

by Philip L. West (Author)Is the world we see around us really there? Is it ever right to do something wrong? Is beauty just a matter of opinion? Should everyone in society be paid the same? Are miracles possible? If you find questions like these fascinating, you are a philosopher. And if you are a philosopher, this book is for you. This book is aimed at classes of intelligent children aged 9 to 14. It contains thirty philosophy puzzles, like the ones above, divided into sections on: epistem...

$11.50

by Michael Frizell (Author), Joe Paradise (Artist)Dr. Jill Biden is the First Lady of the United States of America, and she's defining that role in a way no other First Lady has before her. A mother, grandmother, and lifelong educator, Dr. Biden has worked tirelessly to raise awareness about women's issues and issues that affect families. Although she calls community colleges "one of America's best-kept secrets," it's no secret that she's Joe Biden's best-known advocate and supporter. Read he...

Coloring the World with Broken Crayons - Paperback

$21.58

by M. J. Patterson (Author), Paul Kasselman (Editor), Azarya And Xavier Patterson (Cover Design by) On the outside, it looked as though Esmene Munroe had a perfect life. She grew up in a loving two-parent home with her siblings, did well in school and went to college. She was happily married with two children and had a career she enjoyed. But as time went on, the lock on Esmene's closet broke and all the skeletons of her childhood came tumbling out. From then on, Esmene allowed herself to be ...

$20.09

by Gayle Fein Petrillo (Author)The Accident captures the sweet, playful and giggly personality of Gayle as a near 3 year old. She's off with her mom to a grown-up tea party. Her life is suddenly changed by the physical and emotional scars left after a terrible accident. Gayle becomes fearful of everyone and many things following her accident. She shares her compelling story of the challenges she faced with great courage. And, as a now confident woman, she wants other children going through a...

Getting Started with Arduino: The Open Source Electronics Prototyping Platform - Paperback

$19.99

by Massimo Banzi (Author), Michael Shiloh (Author)Arduino is the open source electronics prototyping platform that is the heart of the Maker world. This thorough introduction, updated for the latest Arduino IDE release and the new ARM-based boards, helps you start prototyping right away. From obtaining the required components to putting the final touches on your project, all the information you need is here! Getting started with the Arduino is a snap! To use the introductory examples in this...

Master Guide to Drawing Anime: Expressions & Poses: Figure Drawing Essentials for the Aspiring Artist - A How to Draw Anime / Manga Step by Step Book - Paperback

$21.99

by Christopher Hart (Author)The sixth book in the bestselling Master Guide to Drawing Anime series, Expressions & Poses focuses on using principles of figure drawing to create anime characters and scenes. In this new title, Christopher Hart combines two subjects he is well known for--figure drawing and how to draw anime. The classic concepts of figure drawing are a perfect place to start to learn to draw for the aspiring anime artist. This anime drawing book gives readers step-by-step in...

Life's a Journey: Hardships to Blessings - Paperback

$18.38

by Colten J. Skinner (Author)When throughout life you are facing one hardship after another, it would be easy to just give up. Follow one boy's life's journey as his hardships transform into countless blessings. His story of living life to its fullest will inspire you to live each day with gratitude, courage and faith. Number of Pages: 98 Dimensions: 0.2 x 8.5 x 5.5 IN Publication Date: March 06, 2021

$54.32

by Crystal Evans (Author)Saf is on a new journey. Six years later, her saga continues, she is in her thirties and mother of three children. She is a late bloomer, enjoying the best of her life in her latter years. Saf has two men in her life and she must ultimately choose one. Number of Pages: 366 Dimensions: 0.76 x 11.69 x 8.27 IN Publication Date: February 06, 2021

The Story of My Heart: Pongo Poetry from Child Study and Treatment Center - Paperback

$32.40

by Ann Teplick (Editor), Shaun A. McMichael (Editor)The Story of My Heart anthologizes 10 years of Pongo-facilitated poetry written with youth residents at Child Study & Treatment Center (CSTC). CSTC is Washington State's largest psychiatric hospital for teens and children. Pongo Poetry Project engages youth in writing poetry to inspire healing and growth. Pongo's process particularly supports underserved communities and those who have a hard time expressing themselves. Our trained staff ...

Vocational Engagement Model: A Journey Into the Intersection of Different Disciplines to Reinvent the Job Placement Process - Paperback

$26.95

by Nicholas A. Villani (Author)Imagine the moment where you are working in the field providing employment services for people with disabilities and realize that the structure, or lack thereof, has contributed to the ongoing lack of progress, Imagine that moment where you see other disciplines such as education and medical fields engaging in their services in a more effective manner that makes every day in your job seem chaotic and redundant. Finally, imagine that there was this illuminating m...

The Rules of a Big Boss: A book of self-love - Hardcover

$30.22

by Haelee P. Moone (Author), Dedrick L. Moone (Editor), Sterling M. Harrell (Cover Design by)This award winning book is published by The Rules of a Big Boss LLC. It is a personal journey of Haelee P. Moone overcame depression, anxieties, and betrayal. It is a manual for young and adult women to maximize higher self-esteem. It is available in audiobook, hardcover, paperback, and Ebook format. Please know that the author cannot make you more comfortable in yourself. That's a journey that you ha...

$22.93

by Kaylaa' White (Author)Growing up never gets easier, but try growing up in the generation raised on the internet. Your world is personally evolving as you mature, and you have front-row tickets to watch the world get shaken around. In-between beauty standards, trends, culture shocks, and so much more, you are expected to become a model citizen, the perfect representation of your parents. This is the new normal, but it never gets easier, especially if you're a little black girl. Some things ...

Take Your Turn!: A Leadership Guide to Success for Young Women - Paperback

$21.55

by Tonya L. Carter (Author)It's Your Turn Leaders are made within. When I was told at an early age that I couldn't be an Engineer because I was a girl, I started on a journey to prove the nay-sayers wrong. It lit a fire not only for me personally but drove my life's work to develop others to achieve their potential, especially young women. This book is a positive guide for young women to equip themselves for future leadership roles by leveraging their strengths and practicing during the form...

Spelling Words for 7th Grade: 2,000 Words Every Student Should Know (Grade 7 English Ages 12-13) - Paperback

$12.96

by Stp Books (Author)Help make spelling more appealing to your child with this collection of 70 brightly colored, fun-themed word lists Explore words related to topics that actually interest students (e.g. social media, photography, & spies) Cover essential spelling rules for Grade 7 (e.g. Greek & Latin roots, word building, and homophones & near homophones) Reinforce words used in other areas studied at school (e.g. physics, World War I, and figures of speech) Target synonyms f...

After the Acceptance Letter: Seven Healthy Mindsets for Emotional Wellness in College - Paperback

$17.23

by Gina Davis (Author)After the Acceptance Letter is a self-help guide aimed at supporting college and high school students in managing mental health challenges during the college years.Readers are encouraged to explore the relationship between their personal values and undergraduate goals in order to set themselves up for personal and academic success. The book includes several interactive exercises for self-reflection, a list of mental health and crisis resources, and guidance for utilizing...

Orbit: Phil Knight: Co-Founder of NIKE - Paperback

$11.50

by Michael Frizell (Author), Dave Ryan (Cover Design by), Yudhi Suryo (Author)Phil Knight, a native of Oregon and the co-founder of Nike, Inc. is a business magnate and philanthropist who built an empire by selling a dream. By stepping into the shoes of a world-class athlete, we borrow some of their power, strength, and perseverance. Explore the life of the man behind the myth in this lavishly illustrated comic book.This series has been featured in Sports Illustrated. Number of Pages: 24 Dim...

Sassy Nails: The Ultimate Nail Care Guide for Teens: The Ultimate Nail Care Guide for Teens - Paperback

$26.98

by Saniyya G. Hunt (Author), Terri K. Hunt (Editor)Hey Nail Friends!You have finally found it; the only nail care book you will ever need!Saniyya Hunt aka Sassy G, creator of Sassy G Nailz brings together in one amazing book, everything you could ever need, to maintain strong, healthy, and beautiful nails. Inspired by her popular "Nail It" summer camp experience, this book puts all of Saniyya's expertise, sassy personality, and confidence-building content right at your fingertips.Inside this ...

Greater Than My Mood; Be Kind To Your Mind - Paperback

$30.22

by Ramona Girley (Author), Erica T. Sherrill (Designed by)Have you or someone close to you experience anxiety, depression, or sadness? In "Greater Than My Mood, Second Edition," Author Ramona Girley provides step-by-step strategies for adults and teens to help identify different stages of depression and mental illness and develop coping skills with treatments that can improve their mental health.Filled with journaling prompts, tips, and creative techniques, these activities will help someone ...

Porch Talk: A Conversation about Archaeology in the Texas Panhandle - Paperback

$19.95

by John R. Erickson (Author), Douglas K. Boyd (Author)When John Erickson, author of the Hank the Cowdog book series, saved up and purchased a tract of Panhandle property near Perryton, it set off a chain of discovery. Who lived in Texas over a thousand years ago? In Porch Talk, John Erickson and his archaeologist friend Doug Boyd investigate this question while explaining the art and science of archaeology for middle readers. On the Perryton ranch, John and his friends unearthed a ghost town ...

Sijo Shijo Goshijo: The Beloved Classics of Korean Poetry on Timeless Reflections and Everything Wise (1500s-1800s) - Hardcover

$28.78

by Anna (Author)A treasure-trove it is, This poetry called sijo.It's full of words of wisdomWritten down ages ago.Here is a question for you. Are sijos (or "goshijos"--the classical poetry from long ago Korea) worth the read? As you can surmise, they are terribly old. As some are almost 700 years old, they sound mummified at best. It's not hard to imagine ancient dust strewn about the disintegrating manuscripts. Besides, these poems allude to a time altogether different from the world we now ...

Sijo Shijo Goshijo: The Beloved Classics of Korean Poetry on Timeless Reflections and Everything Wise (1500s-1800s) - Paperback

$21.58

by Anna (Author)A treasure-trove it is, This poetry called sijo.It's full of words of wisdomWritten down ages ago.Here is a question for you. Are sijos (or "goshijos"--the classical poetry from long ago Korea) worth the read?As you can surmise, they are terribly old. As some are almost 700 years old, they sound mummified at best. It's not hard to imagine ancient dust strewn about the disintegrating manuscripts. Besides, these poems allude to a time altogether different from the world we now l...

The First Book of the Great Musicians (Yesterday's Classics) - Paperback

$22.97

by Percy a. Scholes (Author)A delightful introduction to the major composers that takes readers on a journey of discovery and leaves them eager to learn more. In this first book, the reader comes to know Purcell, Handel, Bach, Haydn, Mozart, Beethoven, Schumann, Chopin, Greg, Elgar, and McDowell, first through stories of their childhood and then through representative pieces of their music, selected for appeal on first hearing. Chapters on Counterpoint, Fugues, Sonatas, Symphonies, and Orches...

Physical Geography (Yesterday's Classics) - Paperback

$21.53

by Archibald Geikie (Author)Guides the reader in gaining a fuller appreciation of the natural landscape by posing questions and suggesting observations they can make for themselves. Includes such topics as how to determine the shape of the earth, where rain and snow come from, the various ways that water circulates over land, and why the sea is salt. Lays the foundation for a lifetime of ongoing interest in and observation of ever-changing geographical features, with a greater understanding o...

The Listener's Guide to Music (Yesterday's Classics) - Paperback

$22.97

by Percy a. Scholes (Author)An engaging introduction to the art of listening, starting with folk music familiar to all, and proceeding to the ways musical pieces are constructed from parts. Using a conversational style, the author draws out from the reader the points he wants to make, illustrating them with short musical pieces that appeal to a broad audience. Along the way he gives tips of what to listen for, strengthening his reader's listening skills by such games as 'Camouflaged Tunes.' I...

The Second Book of the Great Musicians (Yesterday's Classics) - Paperback

$22.97

by Percy a. Scholes (Author)A further course in music appreciation, introducing the composers Schubert, Field, Mendelssohn, and Debussy by the same methods as used in the first volume of this series, then moving on to the major focus of this second book, which is on dramatic forms that have a musical component and musical forms that have a dramatic component. Starting with miracle plays and masques, the narrative then turns to oratorios, and operas. In connection with the latter, Wagner and V...

The Complete Book of the Great Musicians (Yesterday's Classics) - Paperback

$48.89

by Percy a. Scholes (Author)Contains in a single volume The First Book of the Musicians, The Second Book of the Great Musicians, and The Third Book of the Great Musicians.A stimulating introduction to the major composers, the music they wrote, and the instruments they used. For each of the two dozen composers included, the author secures the reader's interest by first relating stories of his childhood, then introducing representative pieces of his music, selected for appeal on first hearing. ...

The Third Book of the Great Musicians (Yesterday's Classics) - Paperback

$22.97

by Percy a. Scholes (Author)At the beginning of this third volume, Brahms and Franck join the ranks of composers from Europe introduced so far in this series, most of whom had their roots in Germany, Italy, France, and Austria. Next our attention is drawn to Russian music and Tchaikovsky, as a representative of that tradition, and lastly to Britain with special focus on Arne, Bennett, and Parry. An especially interesting chapter on the use of music in Shakespeare is included, along with a his...

Bullied to Broken: The true story of Maddy Ryan - Paperback

$21.58

by Debbie Ryan (Author)This is Maddy's story. Much of her story is from her text messages and accounts to those she was close to. I am proud to be my daughter's voice. This book has also become my story. Maddy, suffered bullying from a young age. This caused her severe mental health trauma and left her with self-esteem issues, panic attacks and anxiety. On 24 June 2018 Maddy took her own life, aged 23 years. This book is intended to advocate for mental health awareness. Maddy lived in fear fo...

Blank Comic Book: Create Your Own Comics For KIDS and ADULTS 120 pages, Large Big 8.5

$13.50

by Gande Kids Publishing (Author)Unleash creativity by drawing and writing cartoons and comics with over 100 comic book templates!Our Blank Comic Book is perfect for kids and adults. The unique blank comic book templates will help to immerse themselves in their own creativity.Get one for yourself and your loved ones. Number of Pages: 122 Dimensions: 0.26 x 11 x 8.5 IN Publication Date: March 27, 2021

World War II History for Teens: Understanding the Major Battles, Military Strategy, and Arc of War - Paperback

$12.99

by Benjamin Mack-Jackson (Author)Explore WWII from the front lines in this teen history book Help history come alive in a way that's easy for teens to connect with and enjoy. World War II History for Teens dives deep into the major battles, providing a core, compelling framework that allows teens to better understand what really happened during the war. From the conquest of Europe all the way through the end of the Pacific Theater, they'll get an up-close look at the course of the Second Wor...

$22.99

by Michael L. Straley (Author)Mike and Robin Straley were scheduled to have dinner with their daughter Leah on Thursday, March 1, 2018, at a Delray Beach restaurant. Instead, they held a memorial service for their daughter in Hagerstown, MD. Leah died of fentanyl poisoning on February 14, 2018 while visiting a friend in the small city on Florida's southeast coast. When the call was received by Mike to meet two Pennsylvania State Troopers in the lobby at his workplace on that Valentine's morni...

The Teens' Growth Mindset Workbook: Embrace Challenges, Build Resilience, and Achieve Your Goals - Paperback

$19.99

by Ellen Weber (Author)Learn to tackle any challenge with growth mindset activities for teens Being talented and successful doesn't mean doing everything perfectly; it means believing that intelligence and personality can always change and grow! The Teens Growth Mindset Workbook inspires that belief with interactive exercises and bite-size advice written just for teens. They'll learn how to feel confident, bounce back from tough breaks, and take on new adventures with a growth mindset. Dive i...