Outlines a basic literacy system that includes analyzing the strengths of current approachs, setting high expectations, and identifying where to adjust current curriculum and instruction.

This guide provides students, career-builders, and professional writers with the basic elements needed for writing in the 21st century. It fully explains, and links, the five essentials of good writing: punctuation, grammar, fact-checking, style, and voice. Throughout history technology has changed both language and writing. Today in the digital age, language and writing are changing at a phenomenal pace. Students, career-builders, and professional...

"Martial master and consciousness guru Peter Ralston translates his body-being work into a "physical education" for anyone interested in the body. Teaching a simple Zen mindset that expands our awareness of mind, body, and interaction, he leads us to newpossibilities in awareness, skill, and effortless power"--Provided by publisher.

The actress explores her relationship with her tough single mom, detailing her role in shaping the author's career, her fierce protectiveness, and her struggles with alcohol.