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In Rip-Off!, 13 of today’s best and most honored writers of speculative fiction face a challenge even they would be hard-pressed to conceive: Pick your favorite opening line from a classic piece of fiction (or even non-fiction) - then use it as the first sentence of an entirely original short story.

In this sweeping, threaded narrative of the global phenomenon known as the Vampire Wars, mankind is unwittingly infected by a millennia-old bacteria unknowingly exhumed by a scientific expedition in Antarctica. Now, in some rare cases, a person’s so-called junk DNA becomes activated. Depending on their racial and ethnic heritage, they begin to manifest one of the many diverse forms of the "others" that are the true basis for the legends of supernatural creatures. These aren’t your usual vampires and werewolves - it goes much deeper than that.

Rich tasks, collaborative work, number talks, problem-based learning, direct instruction…with so many possible approaches, how do we know which ones work the best? In Visible Learning for Mathematics, six acclaimed educators assert it’s not about which one—it’s about when—and show you how to design high-impact instruction so all students demonstrate more than a year’s worth of mathematics learning for a year spent in school.

Renowned literacy experts Douglas Fisher and Nancy Frey work with John Hattie to apply his 15 years of research, identifying instructional routines that have the biggest impact on student learning, to literacy practices. These practices are “visible” because their purpose is clear, they are implemented at the right moment in a student’s learning, and their effect is tangible.

Much more than a collection of cool tools and apps, The Distance Learning Playbook for College and University Instruction mobilizes decades of Visible Learning® research to reveal those evidence-based strategies that work best in an online environment. Supplemented by opportunities to self-assess and reflect, the book addresses every dynamic that must be in place for students to learn, even at a distance.

This collection of unabridged, unforgettable tales, written by some of science fiction's most esteemed authors, pays homage to one of the genre's most cherished story types. Whether time travel stories leap forward in time or slip into the past, they remain popular with fans.

Following the tremendous success of The Distance Learning Playbook, K-12, education authorities Doug Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie have teamed up with New York Times bestselling author and parenting expert Rosalind Wiseman to bring you the consummate guide to support your child's academic, social, and emotional development in any learning environment—while not overwhelming you in the process.

Harnessing the insights and experience of renowned educators Douglas Fisher, Nancy Frey, and John Hattie, The Distance Learning Playbook applies the wisdom and evidence of VISIBLE LEARNING® research to understand what works best with distance learning. Spanning topics from teacher-student relationships, teacher credibility and clarity, instructional design, assessments, and grading, this comprehensive playbook details the research- and evidence-based strategies teachers can mobilize to deliver high- impact learning in an online, virtual, and distributed environment.

Discover gripping true crime stories and the surprising tools you need to keep you and your family safe -- from iconic legal commentator, TV journalist, and New York Times bestselling author Nancy Grace. Nancy Grace wasn't always the iconic legal commentator we know today. One moment changed her...

The Distance Learning Playbook for School Leaders applies the wisdom and evidence of the VISIBLE LEARNING® research to understand what works best. Spanning topics from school climate at a distance, leader credibility, care for self and colleagues, instructional leadership teams, stakeholder advisory groups, and virtual visibility, this comprehensive playbook details the research- and evidence-based strategies school leaders can mobilize to lead the delivery of high-impact learning in an online, virtual, and distributed environment.

Marriage between sinners has its inevitable messes. If you’ve been married longer than a week or two, you know how the hard realities of life in a fallen age can come crashing in. Perhaps you had a season of “once upon a time,” but soon enough you realized that this marriage, in this world, is not yet your “happily ever after.”

Concealing sadness is a testament to the complexity of human experience. It is a reminder that every person we encounter carries a unique story—an intricate tapestry of emotions, memories, and experiences. The woman who wears a smile may be grappling with her own battles, her own silent struggles. The act of concealing sadness is not a sign of weakness; rather, it reflects the strength it takes to navigate life's challenges while holding on to a semblance of normalcy.

During our Podcasts, John and Nancy discuss an array of travel from cruising, Disney World, day trips and more. We also talk about current travel news, how to plan, where to stay and our Snowbirding tips. We also have Trivia and Fun Facts plus many things in the works for the future.We have a YouTube Travel Channel (J&N Travels) with over 900 videos, a Facebook Page (JandN Travels) and Merchandise (https://jn-travels-merchandise.creator-spring.com/?). Please join us for our Audio or Video Podcast, our YouTube channel Lives and Videos and on our Facebook page. "Stay Young, Have Fun" 🐸

Leading people is a lot harder than many people expect. Most leaders wonder if there is an easier way to have an impact, enact positive change, and achieve desired results through others. The authors of Live as a Leader offer an inside look at how leaders can learn leadership principles, empower others around them, and grow a productive and inspired team.

John & Nancy do a morning radio show on classic hits 93.3 The Drive in Peoria, Illinois. Sometimes they simply have more to say, and this is where they say it!

Learn simple tools and techniques to achieve the basic ingredient on how to attract what you like in your life. I know a lot of people have learned affirmations to achieve their goal and sure enough, they get it but not everyone has that WILLPOWER to CONSISTENTLY maintain the energy to achieve it. The basic ingredient is your ENERGY CONDITION! Understanding how to change the condition of various energy centers may affect all areas of your life. Once you learn how to apply these teachings, it can lead to a happy and prosperous life! Hosted by Ellen Morano, plus a panel of guest experts ...

Intrigue, crime, and murder create suspense in this edge-of-your-seat collection of cat mystery stories whose plots are all centered on a beloved feline, written by some of the finest, best-selling mystery writers of all time.

Enter the world of renowned criminologist, Dennis Holt, who finds his life taking an unexpected turn when he inherits a house in a quiet, unassuming village. One night, precisely at 1153PM, an insistent knock on the window shatters the tranquility. He is met by a young girl, injured and begging for help. This encounter sets off a chain of bewildering events, plunging Holt into a maddening mystery that even threatens his own freedom. With meticulous precision, Holt stitches together the jigsaw of events, revealing a riveting account of what transpired on that fateful night.