A thrilling adventure story chronicling the perilous journey of the scientists who set out to prove the theory of relativity--the results of which catapulted Albert Einstein to fame and forever changed our understanding of the universe.In 1911, a relatively unknown physicist named Albert Einstein published his preliminary theory of gravity. But it hadn't been tested. To do that, he needed a photograph of starlight as it passed the sun during a total solar eclipse. ...

A thrilling adventure story chronicling the perilous journey of the scientists who set out to prove the theory of relativity--the results of which catapulted Albert Einstein to fame and forever changed our understanding of the universe.In 1911, a relatively unknown physicist named Albert Einstein published his preliminary theory of gravity. But it hadn't been tested. To do that, he needed a photograph of starlight as it passed the sun during a total solar eclipse. ...

This accessible guide explores the fascinating intersections between neuroscience, psychology, and education, offering an easy-to-navigate A–Z format that unpacks key concepts, debates, and themes essential to understanding how the brain learns.From emotions and motivation to memory and attention, the authors reveal how groundbreaking neuroscience challenges traditional beliefs about learning and provides practical insights for transforming education. With clear explanations, concr...

Educational Neuroscience: The Basics is an engaging introduction to this emerging, interdisciplinary field. It explains how the brain works and its priorities for learning, and shows how educational neuroscience, when combined with existing knowledge of human and social psychology, and with teacher expertise, can improve outcomes for students.Cathy Rogers and Michael S. C. Thomas reveal how neuroscientific evidence is forcing us to question our assumptions about how our br...

The intent of this book is to look at our educational system as it currently works and to evaluate not only why this system is broken, but also how we might move forward, together, to fix it.So, how do we fix our failing schools? We begin by finally taking the educator out from behind the desk and bring them to the table to share in the decisions and solutions regarding what is happening in our schools. It is time to part the curtains on our public school system ...

Have you ever considered how our life is like a journey? We are traveling through time and space, but never alone. The Bible says the Lord goes before us and will be with us. He will not fail us nor forsake us, so we should fear not, neither be dismayed. In this collection of mission experiences, the Lord's power and presence is steadfast! Jesus says, "Call unto me, and I will answer you, and show you great and mighty things, which you know not." That's a powerful verse, so have you ever p...

Some men don't follow the rules.They make them.He built his empire on discipline, control, and absolute loyalty. In a world where power is currency and weakness is exploited, he has survived by trusting no one and needing nothing.Then she enters his life.She isn't part of his carefully constructed world, and she never intended to be. But one chance encounter pulls her into a dangerous game where secrets are weapons, enemies hide behind polished smiles, and e...

The Lord desires today’s youth to reach their highest potential and become all that He desires them to be. “Winning the Prize” gives practical tips and easy-to-understand examples of how to reach God’s highest and best, even at a young age. This book clearly defines what the prize is at the end of our race and how to win that prize.

Raising a child with ADHD can be challenging, but with the right knowledge and tools, parents and professionals can use this tried and tested six-step programme to better understand their ADHD child and help them thrive in any environment.This simple, flexible six-step programme is full of tried-and-tested ideas for parents and professionals supporting families of young children with ADHD. The programme includes games that will help improve the child's attention, exercises to devel...

"This book is a fine resource for every doctor, patient, and family who has to confront the reality of breast cancer."—Bernie S. Siegel, M.D., Author of Love, Medicine, and MiraclesAttitudes about breast cancer diagnosis are changing, and women and their families are becoming more assertive about managing their disease. They know that more choices are available now than ever before, and they are willing to make them.This book encourages you to take...

In the tradition of the bestselling book The One Minute Manager, authors Ken Blanchard and S. Truett Cathy, entrepreneur and founder of Chick-fil-A restaurants, present The Generosity Factor--a parable that demonstrates the virtues of generosity.It's the story of a meeting between the Broker--a young man on his way up the corporate ladder who has the illusion of success, yet deep inside feels insignificant--and the Executive--the CEO of a very large and successful...

Dr Henry St Clair Whitehead ( 1882-1932) was an American clergyman and teacher who became famous for his creepy tales of magic and voodoo published in the magazine Weird Tales in the 1920s.'The Shadows' is a tale from the West Indies about Mr. Stewart, an American who moves into an old house, locally known as Morris' House. Morris has been dead for several decades, but nobody seems keen to tell Mr. Stewart anything about the circumstances of Morris' death.But after he has b...