This leading child development text has been widely acclaimed for its international coverage and its rigorous research-based approach. It begins by introducing the ways in which psychologists study developmental processes before going on to consider all major aspects of development from conception t[...]

Covering criminal justice history on a cross-national basis, this book surveys criminal justice in Western civilization and American life. It offers an introduction to the historical problems of crime, law enforcement and penology, set against the background of historical events and movements.[...]

A guide to eye care uses evidence from the clinical trials to deliver practical advice directly applicable to the challenges of daily ophthalmic practice. It covers helpful illustrations and tables that support the text and improve outcomes.[...]

Twitter, Facebook, e-publishing, blogs, distance-learning and other social media raise some of the most divisive cultural questions of our time. Some see the technological breakthroughs we live with as hopeful and democratic new steps in education, information gathering, and human progress. But othe[...]

Legendary comic writer Mark Waid (KINGDOM COME) takes superhero comics to the next level asking the question, "What if the world's greatest superhero decided to become the world's greatest super-villain?"A comic book industry events continues: volume two of the new original ongoing superhero series [...]

Legendary comic writer Mark (KINGDOM COME) Waid takes superhero comics to the next level asking the question, "What if the world's greatest superhero decided to become the world's greatest super-villain?"Don't miss the Eisner Award-nominated series that has taken the comic book industry by storm Vo[...]

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To most of us, learning something 'the hard way' implies wasted time and effort. Good teaching, we believe, should be creatively tailored to the different learning styles of students and should use strategies that make learning easier. Make It Stick turns fashionable ideas like these on their head. [...]

Six more tests to assess non-verbal reasoning skills and provide invaluable practice for the 11+ selection tests.[...]

Whales and dolphins are icons for the conservation movement. This book brings together experts in the relevant diverse fields of cetacean research, to provide descriptions of our knowledge of the complex behaviour and social organization of whales and dolphins.[...]