This book combines simple math, the metric system, and critical thinking to gain insight into relevant local, regional, and global environmental issues, with a focus on sustainability. The presentation of real-world issues and examples fosters the development of the math and analytical skills necessary to truly think critically and to understand these complex issues. A seven-part organization examines basic concepts and tools, as well as topical, relevant, and timely issues related to principles of sustainability, population and migration, climate change, energy, consumption and the quality of life, threats to ecosystems, and sustainability and the individual. For individuals interested in environmental studies and science, and in the relationship of math and science to the environment.

Environmental Issues: An Introduction to Sustainability

Science & Math

MCCONNELL, ROBERT

Abel, Daniel

Biological Sciences

Pearson

Proceedings of a conference held in November 1988, the first conference devoted to thin film topics since the 1986 discovery of high-temperature superconductivity. The 62 papers are divided into sections covering laser deposition, sputtering, evaporation, metal organic chemical vapor deposition, thick film, substrate studies, characterization, patterning and applications, and general properties. Most of the articles discuss issues concerning high-temperature superconductors. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

Science and Technology of Thin Film Superconductors

Chemistry

Plenum Press

This perennially best-selling classic is your passport into the magic realm of Nipkins. Irresistible rhymes and mood-setting paintings introduce Norbert, a young Nipkin, who is warned by his nanny about the terrible cave-dwelling giants called Zlogs. When Norbert is captured by a young Zlog named Grog, he uses the only defense he can muster - his voice. After getting over his shock that Nipkins can talk, Grog listens to and even protects Norbert in what is the beginning of a fast friendship. The characters are endearing, the setting is inventive, the effect magical. Discover for yourself what has already enchanted tens of thousands of children.

Norbert Nipkin

Children's Books

Science Fiction & Fantasy

Napoleon and Co

Norbert Nipkin and the Magic Riddle Stone continues the friendship between Norbert and Grog, forged in the first book, Norbert Nipkin, as they set out together on a dangerous and daring mission. This teacher’s resource includes drama suggestions for the classroom as a component of a literature based-curriculum. It also includes one group of activities that prepares children for reading the book and a second group of activities that are designed to extend the story after the entire book has been completed.

Norbert Nipkin and the Magic Riddle Stone: Teacher Resource Edition

Education & Teaching

Schools & Teaching

Napoleon Pub

The adventure continues! Norbert Nipkin and Grog, scolded and scoffed at by their parents who refuse to believe that the pair have become friends, set off alone to find and solve the final mystery of the Magic Riddle Stone. On the way, they meet delightful characters such as Wag and the brothers Numb and Skull, but they also must deal with the Marsh Monster and the evil Grimald. Humour and suspense combine to hold the reader spellbound until the adventure’s dramatic conclusion. This new edition features a never-before printed pull-out illustration by the artist called "Hide and Seek", suitable for framing for the bedroom or classroom.

Norbert Nipkin and the Magic Riddle Stone

Demonstrates how to plan and execute a low-impact expedition with information on everything from choosing gear to low-impact base camps.

Gentle Expeditions: A Guide to Ethical Mountain Adventure

Reference

McConnell, Bob

Encyclopedias & Subject Guides

American Alpine Club

This perennially best-selling classic is your passport into the magic realm of Nipkins. Irresistible rhymes and mood-setting paintings introduce Norbert, a young Nipkin, who is warned by his nanny about the terrible cave-dwelling giants called Zlogs. When Norbert is captured by a young Zlog named Grog, he uses the only defense he can muster - his voice. After getting over his shock that Nipkins can talk, Grog listens to and even protects Norbert in what is the beginning of a fast friendship. The characters are endearing, the setting is inventive, the effect magical. Discover for yourself what has already enchanted tens of thousands of children.

Roblox Coding for kids: The Kid's Guide to Scripting and Game Development using Lua Programming

Computers & Technology

Independently published

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