Social Studies Education

Drawing from a wide array of materials, Ian C. Hope refutes earlier charges of a lack of professionalization in the antebellum American army and an overreliance on the teachings of Swiss military theorist Antoine de Jomini. Instead, Hope shows that inculcation in West Point's American military curriculum eventually came to provide the army with an officer corps that shared a common doctrine and common skill in military problem solving.

Personal statements can be hard because you have so much freedom. You can basically say anything you want, and that lack of guidance can cause a serious case of writer's block. In situations like this, a little bit of direction can go a long way. Personal Statement Triumph gives you all the tools you'll need to create something that can put you over the edge when it comes time to apply for law school. That's not to say you have to wait until you're done with your LSAT prep to write a personal statement. It can actually be a welcome distraction if you're hitting a wall.

The beautiful diary of Enrico Bottini, an Italian boy who writes a school-year journal with all the good and bad events with his classmates, his teachers, and his family. It teaches the most important human values for good living. A worldwide best seller recommended for kids and adults.

Five best-selling vocabulary test, job, and life preparation titles combined for deeper learning through variety and repetition. Here are 100 and 300 core SAT and GRE words - 100 and 300 words to sound smarter and be more accepted in the workplace and in all of your activities, as well as in your career development. Few things impress as much as a good word in the right spot. The last is a complete vocabulary with 1,500 words. All have been-best sellers on Audible.com and elsewhere.

These are detailed, step-by-step explanations for each question within that specific LSAT PrepTest section. The LSAT Unplugged PrepTest Explanations for Logical Reasoning show you how to diagram using formal logic (if necessary) and how to approach the each question type. And, of course, they explain all the answer choices without resorting to useless phrases like "out of scope". This is the only series of LSAT PrepTest Logical Reasoning explanations you'll need to prepare you for the LSAT. You’re guaranteed you’ll achieve the highest scores you possibly can—or your money back.

Writer, podcaster and strategist, Alastair Campbell, makes politics exciting, relatable and personal – AT LAST! Alastair shares his incredible knowledge and passion to empower young people and give them the skills and confidence they need to understand how the country is run, how they can get involved, encourage them to have a view, or take a stand, give them tips about how to debate, and so much more!

Un libro de educación cívica dirigido a niños y niñas, para que puedan comprender cuáles son los términos más importantes, cómo se han llegado a formar los acuerdos y los derechos, y cómo pueden influir en su entorno sin importar la edad que tengan.

A volume in a series called The Library of Contemporary Thought—which provides top opinion makers a forum to explore the most provocative, fascinating, and relevant issues of the day—News Is a Verb focuses on contemporary journalism and its evolving readership.

Published in 1961, the year of Frantz Fanon's death, The Wretched of the Earth is both a powerful analysis of the psychological effects of colonization and a rallying cry for violent uprising and independence. The book rejects colonial assumptions that the people of colonized countries need to be guided by their European colonizers because they are somehow less evolved or civilized. Fanon argues that violence is justified to purge colonialism not just from the countries themselves, but from the very souls of their inhabitants.

Japanese mythology offers a fascinating lens from which to gaze upon the natural world. Through tales of heroic samurai, creepy vengeful ghosts, and deities that wield the mighty powers of nature, these stories and mythical figures emphasize the importance of humans living harmoniously with their surroundings. It is often said that in order to understand a country’s culture and history, one needs to simply look at the stories they tell about the world around them.

Eine Streitschrift über die Missstände der Schulpolitik von der Stimme einer empörten Generation. Deutschlands ehemaliger oberster Schülersprecher Dario Schramm ist einer der schärfsten und profiliertesten Kritiker der Schulpolitik seit dem ersten Lockdown und klagt an: Wie kann es sein, dass Kinder und Jugendliche nicht nach ihren Bedürfnissen gefragt werden? Warum werden sie wenn überhaupt nur als allerletzte mitgedacht? Und wieso wird die Lufthansa mit einem Milliarden-Paket gerettet, während es an Schulen immer noch mit Luftfiltern und schnellem Internet hapert?

Murphy’s Law says: If anything can go wrong, it will go wrong. If you’ve stepped on bubble gum you learned about Murphy’s Law. There are many examples of Murphy’s Law. What can you do about them?

Do you want to make the world a fairer and more equal place? But are there times when all those big complex problems feel totally overwhelming or difficult to understand? You're not alone, and yet sometimes it's just the little things you can do, every single day, that all add up and make the biggest difference. In this handbook, founders of Everyday Racism Natalie and Naomi Evans introduce young listeners to anti-racism work - explaining what racism is, where it comes from, and the everyday small actions young people can take to combat it.

Some think tattoos are the hottest new style to hit the scene. Are they really? This book details the long history of tattoos and the reasons people have made their mark with them. An outward sign of belonging, belief or beauty, tattoos have an appeal that crosses time and geography. But not everyone lives happily with a tattoo.

Colección de audiolibros sobre desarrollo sostenible. Aprende sobre el desarrollo sostenible y la importancia de cuidar nuestro planeta para las generaciones futuras.

В своей новой книге известный психолог Ирина Чеснова раскроет юным читателям – младшим и средним школьникам – все секреты общения. Книга подскажет, как быть доброжелательным, но твердым, отстаивать свои интересы, реагировать на грубости, разрешать конфликты, говорить "нет" - в общем, как общаться свободно и уверенно, оставаясь при этом собой. А также как развивать отношения с тем, кто нравится, и не бояться говорить о том, что на душе. Для младшего и среднего школьного возраста.

В очередной книге серии "Каждый ребёнок желает знать" рассматривается очень непростая тема "классовых" отношений. В школьном классе всегда есть "звезды", "середнячки", "серые мышки", "изгои"… Установить нормальные отношения в коллективе не всегда получается. И тогда ученик выступает в роли "жертвы" или становится "мучителем"... К сожалению, не всегда травлю, буллинг замечают и останавливают взрослые. Что делать? Как бороться за себя и свое место в классе? Можно ли исправить положение?

Если вы не верите, что можно заменить черную полосу в своей жизни на белую, искренне полюбить нелюбимый школьный предмет, что все желания когда-то исполняются или возможно даже принять свою внешность за вполне симпатичную, то вам просто обязательно надо прочитать эту книгу. В вашей голове, а соответственно и вашей жизни, все встанет на свои места и произойдут чудесные превращения. Надо только выполнить несколько условий… И уверенность, принятие мира, любовь и уважение к самому себе произведут потрясающий эффект, который удивит не только вас, но и окружающих.

A successful career starts long before the first job interview. It begins with choosing the right school. There is a lot to keep in mind while deciding on a profession, and it's very easy to get lost. But with this book, you are in good hands. If you can't make up your mind what works for you and looking for solid advice, this book has got your back. It is a great tool for anyone looking to get into the best school or boost their career. This guide covers everything you need to know about the school preference process and other vital details.

Liberal es un adjetivo que se aplica a quien es partidario de la libertad. Sin embargo, el concepto político que ha llegado hasta nosotros a través del tiempo ha estado en muchas ocasiones contaminado y sesgado por los prejuicios ideológicos, fijando en el imaginario colectivo unas ideas equivocadas y abiertamente contrarias a sus postulados originarios. Este audiolibro explica en un tono divulgativo y desenfadado los principios fundamentales que rigen el liberalismo. Porque el conocimiento es el pilar básico de algo tan serio como es la libertad.