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A math guide for middle-school girls that applies math to real-world topics of interest such as using eBay, fashion, food, shopping, and relationships. Covers factors, multiples, fractions, decimals, percents, word problems, and algebra.

Contains six expository essays that address issues related to pandemics; and includes model essays and writing exercises.

Contains twenty-four mysteries teachers may use in the classroom to teach their students the methods and relevance of research; grouped in three categories of difficulty.

A practical guide for teachers that provides information on ways to promote vocabulary development, and includes samples and blackline masters for a variety of reinforcement activities.

Examines the different types of arguments, provides instruction on how to analyze and write argumentative text and visual arguments, and includes essays that debate issues such as stereotypes, the politics of sports, bilingualism in the United States, religion and public life, diversity, and America's international relations.

Behavioral economist Tobias Moskowitz and "Sports Illustrated" writer L. Jon Wertheim examine the driving forces that shape how sports are played, won, and lost, discussing the influence of home-field advantage, the widely-accepted belief that defense wins championships, why teams overvalue draft picks, and other related topics.

A comprehensive guide to music theory and performance skills that provides analytical, aural, and tactile activities on writing, analyzing, hearing, singing, and playing tonal harmonies to understand basic musical forms. Includes two audio CDs with recorded examples to accompany the text.