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Is this thing on?: a computer handbook for late bloomers, technophobes, and the kicking & screaming
By Abby Stokes, Abigail Stokes. 2011
Computer instructor presents concepts and techniques for computer novices. Covers subjects such as purchasing a computer, establishing Internet access, and…
working with iPads and mobile devices. Also offers tips on online banking, shopping, and using social media. 2011Founding editor of Chess Life chronicles the life of chess prodigy Bobby Fischer (1943-2008) from his impoverished Brooklyn childhood to…
his death while in exile in Iceland. Describes Fischer's championships, psychological breakdowns, anti-Semitic views, and legal troubles that led to his flight abroad. 2011Use your brain to change your age: secrets to look, feel, and think younger every day
By Daniel G. Amen. 2012
Author of Change Your Brain, Change Your Body (DB 71340) details strategies to slow aging and decrease the risk of…
getting Alzheimer's disease. Uses case studies to illustrate the benefits of maintaining a healthy diet and exercising. Also discusses ways to treat brain damage. 2012100 simple things you can do to prevent Alzheimer's and age-related memory loss
By Jean Carper. 2010
Medical journalist Carper, who is genetically susceptible to Alzheimer's disease, surveys the scientific research on dementia and details specific actions…
that can help to delay or prevent the condition. Recommends nutritional and lifestyle changes, including taking vitamins, surfing the Internet, exercising, socializing, and meditating. 201020 years younger: look younger, feel younger, be younger!
By Bob Greene, Harold A. Lancer, Ronald L. Kotler, Diane L. McKay. 2011
Exercise physiologist, personal trainer, and contributing writer for oprah.com Greene posits that signs of aging should be fought on four…
fronts: exercise, nutrition, skin care, and restorative rest. Working with a dermatologist and experts in sleep and healthful eating, Greene prescribes routines for each area. Bestseller. 2011World-whizzing facts: Awesome earth questions answered
By Emily Grossman. 2021
'Never mind the kids, I've had an education from reading this book! ... Recommended for any budding scientists, eco-warriors or…
fans of weird facts' Rachel Riley, TV presenter and mathematician 'The best way to get out of being bored is discovering something new. The great thing about this book is it whizzes you off to a world of facts you had never heard of. Result: not being bored. Result!' Michael Rosen, Children's poet and author 'Every page bursting with fantastic facts you never thought you needed to know. Indispensable , planet-saving, fact-tastic fun for all the family!' Dallas Campbell, BBC Science presenter In this new book, TV science expert Dr Emily Grossman answers incredible and important questions about our natural world. You'll find out silly things like why some animals do square-shaped poos and which direction a dog is likely to face while weeing, but you'll also learn what climate change and wildlife loss are actually doing to our planet and what YOU can do to help. Covering a diverse range of key science topics, from human biology and animals and plants to the weather and space, Dr Emily shows readers why Earth is so weird and wonderfully great. Did you know there's a planet in our solar system where it actually rains diamonds? Imagine that! If you lived there, you'd always be picking them out of your hair, your pockets and probably your pants! Dr Emily also tackles Earth's BIGGEST problem: climate change. Through clear, sensitive explanations, you'll find out what is actually happening to our Earth and what this means for both humans and wildlife - and what we can all do to help! Written by TV science expert, STEM ambassador and advocate for women in science Dr Emily Grossman, this book will make your eyebrows rise, your jaw drop and your world WHIZZ! It will also give you hope about our future and how we can ALL make a difference. 'I love this book! It's funny, accessible and quirky and has exactly the right balance of questions and information to light the flame of scientific inquiry in young minds. A must-read for all budding young scientists' Lucy Hawking, Children's science author 'Since we got this book, all my kids want to talk about is diamond rain, tuna fish eyeballs and how to save the planet ... thank goodness Emily has written down the answers to their insatiably curious questions in a single handy and hilarious volume' Helen Arney, Science presenter, comedian and author Emily Grossman's first book Brain-fizzing Facts: Awesome Science Questions Answered was shortlisted for the Teach Primary Book Awards 2020Breaking news: How to tell what's real from what's rubbish
By Nick Sheridan. 2021
A funny, practical and ever-so timely guide to the NEWS for 8–12-year-olds. Find out how to understand and navigate 24/7…
news, how to spot the facts from the fake . . . and what to do if the news becomes overwhelming. Perfect for fans of Matthew Syed's You Are Awesome and Rashmi Sirdeshpande's Dosh . It's never been easier to access the news; TV, radio, billboards, newspapers and endlessly buzzing on to the screens in our pockets. But with more and more news available, it's hard to know what to trust. Where do stories come from? What's real news and what's fake? And what role does social media play in all of this? Insightful, hands-on, essential and reassuring, Breaking News will help children navigate the peaks and pitfalls of our modern day news cycle, through laugh-out-loud text, amusing illustration and interactive activities. Praise for Breaking News : 'Newsflash: I loved it.' – Eoin Colfer, million-copy selling author of ARTEMIS FOWL 'A perfect read for any budding young journalists out there.' – Konnie Huq, TV presenter and author of the COOKIE! series 'Jam-packed with fascinating facts, this is a fantastically funny and much-needed guide to navigating the news.' – Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of DOSHTitanic Thompson: the man who bet on everything
By Kevin Cook. 2011
Portrait of Alvin "Titanic" Thompson (1892-1974), a gambler from rural Arkansas whose exploits, including five murders, won and lost him…
millions. Describes the creation of Sky Masterson, the Guys and Dolls character based on Thompson. Strong language and some violence. 2011Gardening for a lifetime: how to garden wiser as you grow older
By Sydney Eddison. 2010
The author of Patchwork Garden (RC 32917) describes her decades of creating a home garden and gives advice on taking…
shortcuts in old age. Offers strategies to reduce the workload, including removing certain demanding plants, choosing ones that require less care, and seeking help when necessary. 2010Geriatrician offers advice to seniors on obtaining good medical treatment as one ages. Discusses finding the right physician and care…
facility, making home modifications, implementing lifestyle choices, and planning financially for future needs. 2010The secret life of the grown-up brain: the surprising talents of the middle-aged mind
By Barbara Strauch. 2010
Health and medical science editor examines the workings of the middle-aged brain. Uses studies conducted by neuroscientists to demonstrate that,…
even though certain capacities--such as remembering names--diminish, the aging mind gains more flexibility, organization, and efficiency from developing its ability to use both sides of the brain. 2010Cowboys full: the story of poker
By James McManus. 2009
Author of Positively Fifth Street: Murders, Cheetahs, and Binion's World Series of Poker (DB 56047) pens a history of poker…
and its significance in American culture, from Abraham Lincoln's use of a poker analogy in explaining a difficult wartime decision to state senator Barack Obama's weekly game in Illinois. 2009Stages of senior care: your step-by-step guide to making the best decisions
By Lori Hogan, Paul Hogan. 2010
Guide for families who are making decisions about senior care. Evaluates available options, including retirement communities, adult day-care centers, assisted-living…
facilities, nursing homes, hospice, and in-home caregivers. Discusses bereavement and covers funerals, finances, and estate planning. 2010Beyond the cleavage: Beyond the Cleavage
By Raquel Welch. 2010
Movie star Jo-Raquel Tejada, born in 1940, offers a brief synopsis of her life that covers her childhood in California,…
marriage, divorce, motherhood, and Hollywood career. Provides tips for women over fifty on makeup, hair, exercise, nutrition, fashion, and staying positive. 2010Former Dungeons and Dragons addict explains the allure and popularity of role-playing games through youth into adulthood. Describes his findings…
from his global interviewing quest of gamers, fantasy fans, scholars, conventioneers, and others. 2009Time magazine columnist describes the family dynamics that come into play when parents age. Discusses the "twilight transition," the time…
when the family in which siblings grew up ends and they become the oldest generation in a clan. Russo uses case studies from her research to highlight salient topics. Some strong language. 2010Benjamin Franklin, American genius: his life and ideas, with 21 activities (For Kids series #28)
By Brandon Marie Miller. 2010
Biography of Benjamin Franklin (1706-1790) highlights his self-reliance from age seventeen on and his roles as a printer, writer, scientist,…
inventor, and diplomat. Discusses his political views and work on the Declaration of Independence. Activities include craft, cooking, and science projects appropriate to Franklin's era. For grades 4-7. 2010Mysterious messages: a history of codes and ciphers
By Gary Blackwood, Gary L. Blackwood. 2009
Traces the important role of codes and code breaking for secret communication in wars, business espionage, crime, diplomacy, and literature…
from ancient Greece and Shakespearean England to modern America. Explains the underlying principles of many codes and how to use them. For grades 5-8. 2009A spotlight for Harry (A Stepping Stone Book(TM))
By Eric A. Kimmel, Jim Madsen. 2009
Story based on childhood events of Harry Houdini (1874-1926), who became a famous magician and escape artist. Describes Harry and…
his brother Dash learning to walk a tightrope after going to the circus with their family for the first time. For grades 2-4. 2009What's age got to do with it?: living your healthiest and happiest life
By Robin Mcgraw, Robin McGraw. 2009
The author of Inside My Heart (RC 63472), who is married to television's Dr. Phil, addresses aging and women. McGraw…
and a panel of professionals offer advice on health, fashion, psychological well-being, and self-care. They answer common questions concerning fitness programs, nutrition, and hair and skin care. Bestseller. 2009