One of the most eagerly anticipated graphic memoirs of recent years Fun Home" is a darkly funny family tale pitch-perfectly illustrated with Alison Bechdels sweetly gothic drawings. Like Marjane Satrapis " Persepolis" its a story exhilaratingly suited to graphic memoir form. Meet Alisons father a historic preservation expert & obsessive restorer of the familys Victorian home a third-generation funeral home director a high-school English teacher an icily distant parent & a closeted homosexual who as it turns out is involved with his male students & the family babysitter. Through narrative that is alternately heartbreaking & fiercely funny we are drawn into a daughters complex yearning for her father. & yet apart from assigned stints dusting caskets at the family-owned fun home as Alison & her brothers call it the relationship achieves its most intimate expression through the shared code of books. When Alison comes out as homosexual herself in late adolescence the denouement is swift graphic & redemptive." ...

Two fantastic books in a box: the ultimate rainy-day collection with 220 exciting step-by-step projects shown in over 3000 photographs This title features two wonderful practical books brimming with hundreds of stimulating & fun activities that will help children discover new things & learn about the world. It features paint crafts science experiments cooking gardening magic tricks music & party games with projects suitable for children of all ages from 3-12. You can make a feather head-dress wooden spoon puppets & a printed T-shirt; conduct simple experiments about light sound & water; learn magic tricks & juggling; play fabulous party games; & do creative face painting. All the projects use easy safe materials & equipment you will find around the home & all the techniques are clearly explained with step-by-step photographs & lively finished pictures to inspire & delight. These two books are packed full of exciting ideas & activities for children. 100 Fantastic Things to Make Do & Play" for children aged 3-8 explains how to make musical instruments grow flowers in the garden design stationery & bake a cake & " The Really Big Book of Amazing Things to Make & Do" for children aged 7-12 shows how to make friendship bracelets do face painting make necklaces & learn juggling
- to name a few of the hundreds of projects. With over 3000 photographs illustrating 220 projects step-by-step this boxed set will help children learn & find out more about the world as well as keeping them entertained & delighted every day."
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Andrew Loomis is revered amongst artists
- including comics superstar Alex Ross
- for his mastery of drawing. His first book

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Key Words with Peter & Jane" uses the most frequently met words in the English language as a starting point for learning to read successfully & confidently. The Key Words reading scheme is scientifically researched & world renowned. " Book 8c" provides the link with writing for the words used in Readers "8a" & "8b". Once this book has been completed the child can move on to book "9a". " The Key Words with Peter & Jane" books work because each of the key words is introduced gradually & repeated frequently. This builds confidence in children when they recognise these key words on sight (also known as the look & say method of learning). Examples of key words are: the one two he. There are 12 levels each with 3 books: a b & c. " Series a": gradually introduces new words. " Series b": provides further practise of words featured in the a series. " Series c": links reading with writing & phonics. All the words that have been introduced in each a & b book are also reinforced in the c books." ...

This book offers a comprehensive introduction to functional magnetic resonance imaging (f MRI) which has become the dominant research technique in cognitive neuroscience. Accompanying the book is a comprehensive CD-ROM with f MRI data sets & exercises that are suitable for self-study homework assignments or a laboratory course. To enhance the students understanding the chapters covering the biology & physics of f MRI pay careful attention toward relating any abstract concepts to research applications. Research in the field is aided & encouraged through systematic discussions of research design & experimental analysis. It discusses future directions for f MRI not only in terms of advances in understanding the brain & methodological improvements but also in the integration of f MRI with other research techniques. This textbook provides a true introduction to functional magnetic resonance imaging (f MRI) which has become the dominant research technique in cognitive neuroscience. The book presents a comprehensive overview of all aspects of f MRI designed with undergraduate students graduate students & beginning researchers in mind. ...

This full colour & visually engaging workbook is designed to help you learn & the master the necessary Functional Skills in English at your required level. With examples & questions written specifically for Construction you will understand the relevance of Functional Skills & be able to apply them in the workplace. ...

This book is an ideal way to prepare for the Level 1 English Functional Skills test
- whichever exam board you're studying. Each
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This book is an ideal way to prepare for the Level 2 English Functional Skills test
- whichever exam board you're studying. Each
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This unique & innovative Functional Skills ICT resource provides a comprehensive & practical guide to using technology at home at work & in education. Written specifically to the Functional Skills ICT syllabus for levels 1 & 2 this book is a comprehensive & practical study guide for use in all standalone Functional Skills qualifications or as part of the GCSE apprenticeship & diploma courses. Feature include: A flexible & original approach to Functional Skills; Written specifically for levels 1 & 2 of the syllabus; Designed with support from educators & assessment experts; Covers all of the content that students need to know to pass the exams; Realistic work-based scenarios with ICT problems to solve; Set in a fun & engaging theme park with 8 environments to explore; Illustrated characters introduce key concepts & professional practices; A range of interesting & challenging step-by-step exercises; Specific instructions for using Microsoft Windows 7 & Office 2010; Simple language that is accessible to all age ranges & abilities; Ready-made data files available to download & use; A focus on independent learning & confidence building; Hints & tips to encourage creativity & effective planning; Practice assessments to help reinforce learning. ...

This unique & innovative Functional Skills ICT resource provides a comprehensive & practical guide to using technology at home at work & in education. Written specifically to the Functional Skills ICT syllabus for levels 1 & 2 this book is a comprehensive & practical study guide for use in all standalone Functional Skills qualifications or as part of the GCSE apprenticeship & diploma courses. Feature include: A flexible & original approach to Functional Skills; Written specifically for levels 1 & 2 of the syllabus; Designed with support from educators & assessment experts; Covers all of the content that students need to know to pass the exams; Realistic work-based scenarios with ICT problems to solve; Set in a fun & engaging theme park with 8 environments to explore; Illustrated characters introduce key concepts & professional practices; A range of interesting & challenging step-by-step exercises; Specific instructions for using Microsoft Windows XP & Office 2007; Simple language that is accessible to all age ranges & abilities; Ready-made data files available to download & use; A focus on independent learning & confidence building; Hints & tips to encourage creativity & effective planning; Practice assessments to help reinforce learning. ...