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Gambling, space, and time: shifting boundaries and cultures
By David G. Schwartz, Pauliina Raento. 2011
Gambling, Space, and Time looks at how the changes of the boundaries of gambling over time influence and respond to…
cultural changes. This collection of eight essays provides perspectives on gambling from authors from a variety of fields including sociology, anthropology, history, law, geography, and political sciences. Includes case studies of gambling in Las Vegas, Nevada; North Dakota, the Deep South, northern Europe, and the NetherlandsAmazing mammals (Rookie Read-About Science: Strange Animals)
By Lisa M. Herrington. 2016
Have you ever heard of an animal that spends almost the entire day asleep -- hanging upside down in a…
tree? Have you ever seen a critter that looks like a walking pinecone? Learn all about these amazing animals -- and many others! For grades K-3Freaky fish (Rookie Read-About Science: Strange Animals)
By Lisa M. Herrington. 2016
Have you ever heard of a fish that puffs itself up into a prickly ball to stay safe from predators?…
Have you ever seen a shark that is as big as a bus? Learn all about these strange animals -- and many others -- in Freaky Fish. For grades K-3Incredible insects (Rookie Read-About Science: Strange Animals)
By Lisa M. Herrington. 2016
Have you ever heard of an insect that shoots boiling-hot liquid at its enemies? Have you ever seen a caterpillar…
that looks like a snake? Learn all about these strange animals - and many others - in Incredible Insects. For grades K-3Mayo clinic essentials diabetes book
By Mayo Clinic. 2022
The most comprehensive up-to-date guide to preventing and managing Type 1 and 2 diabetes Whether you've recently been diagnosed with…
diabetes or you've lived with it for a number of years, Mayo Clinic The Essential Diabetes Book provides the latest information on how to live well with the disease so that you can enjoy a full and productive life. The advice comes from Mayo Clinic specialists who provide personal insight into various aspects of diabetes managementThe New York Times bestselling author of The Year of Living Biblically goes on a rollicking journey to understand the…
enduring power of puzzles: why we love them, what they do to our brains, and how they can improve our world. What makes puzzles—jigsaws, mazes, riddles, sudokus—so satisfying? Be it the formation of new cerebral pathways, their close link to insight and humor, or their community-building properties, they&’re among the fundamental elements that make us human. Convinced that puzzles have made him a better person, A.J. Jacobs—four-time New York Times bestselling author, master of immersion journalism, and nightly crossworder—set out to determine their myriad benefits. And maybe, in the process, solve the puzzle of our very existence. Well, almost. In The Puzzler, Jacobs meets the most zealous devotees, enters (sometimes with his family in tow) any puzzle competition that will have him, unpacks the history of the most popular puzzles, and aims to solve the most impossible head-scratchers, from a mutant Rubik&’s Cube, to the hardest corn maze in America, to the most sadistic jigsaw. Chock-full of unforgettable adventures and original examples from around the world—including new work by Greg Pliska, one of America&’s top puzzle-makers— The Puzzler will open listeners&’ eyes to the power of flexible thinking and concentration. Whether you&’re puzzle obsessed or puzzle hesitant, you&’ll walk away with real problem-solving strategies and pathways toward becoming a better thinker and decision maker—for these are certainly puzzling times. *Includes a downloadable PDF of puzzles, answers, illustrations, and more from the bookMix 'n' match meals in minutes for people with diabetes: a no-brainer solution to meal preparation
By Linda Gassenheimer. 2007
Provides recipes for breakfasts of eggs and sandwiches; lunches of salads, soups, and sandwiches; and dinners, including speed meals, featuring…
poultry, seafood, pork, veal, or beef. Menus are accompanied by shopping lists, nutritional facts, and preparation schedules. Also proposes a sample month of meals. 2008Diabetes 911: how to handle everyday emergencies
By Sandra L. Weber, Larry A. Fox. 2009
Endocrinologists describe methods for handling the complications of diabetes. They detail actions to take for hypoglycemia, diabetic ketoacidosis, insulin pump…
problems, natural disasters, travel, and other situations. They suggest ways to prepare for and prevent emergencies and deal with illnesses in general, including those involving children. 2009Master your metabolism: the 3 diet secrets to naturally balancing your hormones for a hot and healthy body!
By Jillian Michaels, Mariska Van Aalst. 2009
The tough strength trainer from television's The Biggest Loser outlines a weight-loss program based on balancing hormones. Describes various endocrinological…
problems and ways to improve them by eliminating antinutrients and toxins, restoring whole foods to the diet, improving sleep and exercise habits, and reducing stress. Bestseller. 2009Chasing Lincoln's killer: The Search For John Wilkes Booth
By James L. Swanson. 2009
Examines the 1865 assassination of President Abraham Lincoln by the twenty-six-year-old actor John Wilkes Booth in Ford's Theater in Washington,…
D.C., and highlights the effect on those closest to Lincoln. Details the pursuit and capture of Booth and his accomplices. Some violence. For grades 6-9. 2009The elfish gene: dungeons, dragons and growing up strange
By Mark Barrowcliffe. 2008
Comedian and journalist looks back on his adolescent obsession with the role-playing game Dungeons and Dragons. Discusses the effects of…
gaming on his social life and the compulsion to prove he was smarter than the next nerd. Also describes his struggle to overcome addiction to playing the game. 2008Executive chef at a top U.S. medical center offers a month-by-month cookbook for people with diabetes and other dietary concerns.…
Offers dozens of flavorful recipes, such as cantaloupe salsa, baked salmon, and pumpkin polenta, that utilize seasonal, market-fresh foods. Each selection includes nutritional information and diabetic exchanges. 2008Dietitian offers suggestions for using the right types and amounts of sugar and fat to create a variety of satisfying…
desserts that stay within the carbohydrate and calorie targets of those living with diabetes. Includes recipes for cakes, cookies, pies, puddings, fruit dishes, frozen treats, and other sweet-tooth delicacies. 2007The diabetes lifestyle book: facing your fears & making changes for a long & healthy life
By Steven C. Hayes, Glenn M. Callaghan, Jennifer Gregg, Glenn Callaghan, Jennifer A. Gregg. 2007
Psychologists offer a guide to coping with the anxieties and emotions that often inhibit the proper self-management of diabetes. Describes…
the principles and techniques of acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), an approach to embracing the lifestyle changes that are necessary to control the disease. Covers diet, exercise, and medication. 2007Balls!: round 2 (Darby Creek Exceptional Titles Ser.)
By Michael J. Rosen, John Margeson. 2008
Examines the history and construction of balls used in baseball, softball, bowling, bocce, croquet, shot put, billiards, and lacrosse. Features…
odd facts and information about the sport associated with the ball. For grades 4-7. 2008Diabetes para dummies (--Para dummies)
By Alan L. Rubin. 2007
The family style soul food diabetes cookbook
By Roniece A. Weaver, Rojean L. Williams, Fabiola D. Gaines, Shawn Fralin. 2006
Guide to adapting soul food--cuisine originated by slaves in the South--for diabetics. Explains ways to improve the nutritional content of…
popular African American dishes and create heart-healthy substitutions. Provides recipes for favorites such as grits, crawfish étoufée, and bread pudding. Offers shopping tips and ideas for church-group meals. 2006The backwash squeeze & other improbable feats: a newcomer's journey into the world of bridge
By Edward McPherson. 2007
Author's homage to the card game he describes as one of "deep complexity and infinite mystery." McPherson discusses bridge's history…
and development, famous players, and the gaming circuit as he recounts his personal efforts to learn its intricacies before competing in a national tournament. Provides a brief tutorial. 2007Sex and diabetes: for him and for her
By Janis Roszler, Donna Rice. 2007
American Diabetes Association's guide to more rewarding romantic interludes for both male and female patients with diabetes. Describes available medications…
and other treatment options, explains common physical and emotional sexual complications, and offers suggestions on communicating with professionals and your partner. Some explicit descriptions of sex. 2007