Beyond Grammar: Language, Power, and the Classroom asks readers to think about the power of words, the power of language attitudes, and the power of language policies as they play out in communities, in educational institutions, and in their own lives as individuals, teachers, and participants in the larger community. Each chapter provides extended discussion of a set of critical language issues that directly affect students in classrooms: the political nature of language, the power of words, hate language and bullying, gender and language, dialects, and language policies
Power Play is a story about two CEOs in international companies with headquarters in Northern California. One is a man, the other a woman, and that is just the beginning of their differences. Steel's novel explores drive, perception and power as well as family and what it means to be successful. There are two different stories that get woven together, one of a single mother CEO and one of a powerful man who seems to have the perfect life but keeps secrets that could destroy him. This is a modern day story with many layers.
The bestselling alternative energy reference book in North America—now in an updated edition. Want to take advantage of solar power in your home? Whether you’re looking to save on your energy costs by adding a few solar components or you want to build a solar-powered house from the ground up, Solar Power For Dummies takes the mystery out of this energy source and shows you how to put it to work for you! This friendly, hands-on guide is packed with tips for making your home more energy-efficient though solar power—and helping the planet at the same time.
