To use memory effectively, we must do much more than shuttle information into and out of storage. Much of our use of memory is actually the action of higher-level decision making on the inputs to and the outputs from memory stores. The central premise of this volume is that the many capabilities of memory reflect not the action and interaction of multiple memory systems but rather the myriad of ways in which memory queries can be strategically devised for the task at hand and the degree to which the products of memory can be flexibly acted upon. The chapters here review research that demonstrates how we select strategies for querying memory effectively, how we successfully remember to perform intended actions, how the skillful use of encoding and retrieval strategies can moderate memory deficits and support expertise, and how we accommodate our responses and monitor our output in order to satisfy situational demands while making optimal use of the information that our memory provides us with.

Stories enjoyed included the ironic "International Women's Day" by Salwa Bakr, in which a male teacher spoke to elementary schoolchildren about the need to appreciate women, but had trouble following his own advice, while the headmistress stood by listening idly and considering her own problems. "The Closely Guarded Secret" by Sahar al-Muji, in which a woman guarded carefully an unnamed secret all her life from parents and husband, preserving a sense of self. And "A Successful Woman" by Suhayr al-Qalamawi, in which a woman from the countryside sought love and success in Cairo, gaining and losing something in the process.

Being good at what you do isn't enough to help you climb the career ladder; these days you need to make yourself promotable, which isn't quite the same thing.

The Encyclopedia of Ancient Natural Scientists is the first comprehensive English language work to provide a survey of all ancient natural science, from its beginnings through the end of Late Antiquity. A team of over 100 of the world’s experts in the field have compiled this Encyclopedia, including entries which are not mentioned in any other reference work – resulting in a unique and hugely ambitious resource which will prove indispensable for anyone seeking the details of the history of ancient science.

In contrast to many other books which are organized by party theme (dog, princess, superhero, etc.), this book is helpful because it is organized first by age and then by type of activity. The age ranges are preschool (2-5), school age (6-9) and preteen (10-12). The activities are grouped by traditional games, contemporary games, group activities, outings and events (which are closer to the theme parties you get in other books) and entertainers. Each game identifies not just the target range, but how far you can stretch to encompass older kids, the number of players needed, game objective and what materials to have on hand. It also gives ideas for creative ways to modify the game to fit children's disparate interests or different settings, prizes, favors, and trouble-shooting tips.