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This authoritative text is regarded for its academic approach and its coverage of all categories of children with disabilities and children who are gifted and talented.
The text emphasizes an ecological approach to special education, focusing on increasing awareness of the exceptional child as an individual who is influenced by and must cope with family, peers, school, and society.
- The Tenth Edition contains new four-color inserts and a paperback format. The inserts include active portraits of exceptional children, profiles of professionals, practical applications, field activities, and web site resources
- Chapter 9, "Autism Spectrum Disorder," explores the history, prevalence, and programs designed to work with autistic children. It also offers valuable teaching strategies and examines the importance of structure and routine.
- The "Inclusion in Context" feature, which appears in each chapter as part of "Educational Adaptations," takes a balanced approach to the issue of appropriate placement.
- The "Future Challenges" feature focuses on the future of special education.
- The text contains over 100 new "Margin Notes," including many that provide URLs directly related to chapter content.
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Educating Exceptional Children.......2000-06-23
Well organized information on every topic coverning the vast field of exceptional children. A Glossary defines the key terms and key terms at the end of each chapter makes it easy to understand better the context. Summary of Major Ideas give a clear idea of each chapter.
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- okay, but not great
- Bland and Undeveloped
- More like 4 1/2 stars...
- Great anthology
- Romantic fantasy fun
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Dragon Lovers (Signet Eclipse)
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Passion takes wing in four all-new stories from New York Times bestselling and award-winning authors.
Romance and fantasy collide in these enchanting stories featuring dragons-and love-in all their many forms. Four of today's most popular authors bring to life mythical creatures, otherworlds of yesterday and today, and the passionate melding of hearts.
From a virgin princess's first love to a shape-changing samurai bridegroom, from a young widow and her sexy handyman's secret project to a knight and his distressed damsel, the courage, beauty, and strength of dragons inspire the most unforgettable stories ever told.
Customer Reviews:
okay, but not great.......2007-07-29
There are four stories in this anthology and I liked two of them and didn't care for the other two. Out of the the two I liked only 1 of them was really that enjoyable a read.
The first story is by Jo Beverly and frankly it was really, really disturbing. Basically the heroine is a virgin sacrifice for a dragon that comes once every 8 years (the sacrifice isn't actually killed, just a cup full of there blood is taken on top of this special rock and give to the dragon to drink. Then, they go off and live regular lives). Not too bad. But, when the dragon shows up this time-early-the dragon rider takes her instead of the blood intending to bring her back to his land and, as we find out, slice her open from top to bottom and let the dragon drink her dry. Yes, that's about how it was described. Apparantly, in order for a dragon to have an egg, they have to eat this special blood the princess' family has and because the last dragon didn't get any blood apparantly there's been some crisis and there won't be any dragons. Now, the reasons for this aren't really answered and it's a little confusing so I won't get into it. what I found really disturbing was the dragon constantly talking about the princess' blood as 'yummy', how dragon drool was considered an aphrodisiac, how they ate food chewed up in the dragon's mouth (it was just one gross thing after another,frankly), but the most disturbing part was when the princess is laying on the dragon rock, on some weird drug. The dragon has slit open her thighs and the princess is rolling around laughing giddily and begging the dragon to 'take more! take more!" . I can't even describe how disturbing the scene was to me. If you're the slightest bit squeamish, skip this one.
The second story is more your traditional english dragon story. A knight is hired to kill a dragon that's supposedly been torching local villages. He saves a young woman, discovers she part dragon and the main dragon is her grandfather. They fall love while fighting a local evil Lord. It was a sweet story and very reminiscent of a vintage romance. The author also had a unique take on what a dragons 'hoard' was. I liked this one.
The third story took us to Japan where the hero is a dragon that shapeshifts into a samuri. This one should have been better. The main problem was the heroine, who acted in an absurd way, especially given this is supposed to take place in the 1600's. For instance, at the opening of the book she is contemplating having to go to work as a low class prostitute becuase she has no friends, no money, etc(she's been in the country for at least 4 years with her now dead parents with the blessing of the emperor and yet she doesn't have 1 friend in the country???). The next chapter up, she's traveling by herself (despite a couple who tried to get her a guard and warned her that they'd been set up by ruffians frequently in the area)when, of course, she's attacked. When the dragon/samuri kills them (after she prays for someone to save her) she chides him for killing them and then just planning to leave them there and then becomes offended when he tries to pick her up and carry her to her pony since she's sprained her ankle. Now, if it were me and I'd just been attacked by men who said they were going to rape and then sell me to the whoremonger, I wouldn't be that upset if they died. but, that's just me. She continues to act in a similar stupid way through-out the book. I was sad, because the author could have had a truly unique story if she'd just written the heroine's character differently.
The last story takes place in the southwest. This was a contemporary story and while it wasn't bad...it wasn't good either. I kept expecting something different to what happened and honestly, it was a disapointment. And, the explaination was a bit of a confusing stretch. They're supposed to protect and hide a bright pink dragon living under her house and yet, everyone knows where she is???
Over all, I was disapointed by this anthology. For a book titled 'dragon lovers' there weren't too many lovers that were dragons-just people around dragons. They did try to put together stories with different types of dragons, which I applaud, but there just weren't enough good romances to make the book worth keeping. And, I have to admit, I felt slightly sick after finishing that first one and it tainted the others a bit. I problably should have waited a day or two before going on to the other stories. I'd get this one from the libarary if you can.
Bland and Undeveloped.......2007-06-27
The short story can be a difficult artistic creation, and this book proves it. Writers that I've admired and read for years and two with whom I'm less familiar attempt short stories in the burgeoning genre of paranormal romance and, unfortunately, fail to create real dramatic tension or believable romantic dynamics. The closest thing to a memorable creation is the dragon from Barbara Samuel's "Dragon Feathers," which is at least more genuinely unique than the other stories. All of them, though, felt forced and contrived. Nothing in the plots truly flowed from character and situation, and the obstacles and villains never rose above the ho-hum. While I do prefer a spicier scene much of the time, the most regrettable part of these stories as romance was the contrived nature of each pairing. There was nothing that came across with depth. Perhaps I would have felt less offended with the half-baked nature of these stories if they had been offered in the standard paperback size and standard paperback pricing, but I paid premium trade paperback pricing for sub-par storytelling. I should have taken the Publisher's Weekly review more seriously. These stories honestly are frothy bits of gooey candy, not the well-crafted fiction writing that forms the backbone of recent paranormal genre-blending.
If you're looking for a more substantial story involving romance and dragons, consider Shanna Abe's The Smoke Thief and The Dream Thief, two relatively short novels with real tension, character-driven decisions and stories that mingle adventure and romance with the subject of dragons, each element contributing an integral share of the story.
More like 4 1/2 stars..........2007-06-25
Step inside the pages of DRAGON LOVERS to find worlds where dragons still live and fantasy reigns supreme....
Jo Beverly opens up this anthology with "The Dragon and the Virgin Princess". Princess Rozlinda has been trained to be the Sacrificial Virgin Princes (SVP) all her life. She is thrilled that her time as the SVP is about to come to an end, when the dragon arrives one year early. A mysterious man intervenes and all that Rozlinda knows is about to change.
"The Dragon and the Virgin Princess" is one highly amusing story! Rozlinda is a strong female character and her willingness to take on what she sees as her SVP obligations is commendable. Jo Beverly demonstrates that a female character can be empowered even when in a rather traditional role. Seesee, the dragon, definitely steals the show as she adds a unique flavor to Ms. Beverly's tale. "The Dragon and the Virgin Princess" was definitely the highlight of DRAGON LOVERS for this reviewer, as the humor interspersed with a unique perspective on cultural diversity made this an interesting and unforgettable romantic tale.
"The Dragon and the Dark Knight" by Mary Jo Putney is a charming tale that hearkens back to the more traditional romance. Sir Kenrick of Rathbourne intends to slay the dragon menacing the people under the jurisdiction of Lord William of Penruth. Things go awry, and Kenrick finds himself under the care of Ariane. Will love conquer all for Kenrick and Ariane?
Mary Jo Putney definitely knows how to write a powerful romance! The romance between Kenrick and Ariane is sweetly sensual as each accepts the other despite their supposed flaws. The surprising twist by Ms. Putney adds just the right amount of punch needed to spice this tale up. "The Dragon and the Dark Knight" is an entertaining and fun read.
"Anna and the King of Dragons" by Karen Harbaugh adds a bit of international flavor with a setting of Japan in the 1600s. Dutch native Anna Vanderzee finds herself alone and basically penniless in Japan after the sudden death of her parents. A chance encounter with a dragon changes everything when he saves her life. Anna agrees to provide the dragon with her father's scholarly books in exchange and thus sets an entirely new course for her life.
Karen Harbaugh immerses the reader into the culture of Japan in the 1600s. Anna's adherence to the dictates of the Japanese culture is enlightening, but it is her willingness and determination to keep her promises that make her such an admirable character. I particularly enjoyed the character of samurai Nakagawa Toshiro as his sense of honor and duty provided a unique flair to the story. "Anna and the King of Dragons" is perhaps one of the more unusual tales in DRAGON LOVERS.
Barbara Samuels concludes DRAGON LOVERS with her tale entitled "Dragon Feathers". Penny Freeman is ecstatic over her opportunity to study with the famous weaver in Santa Fe. The move is a refreshing change after the loss of her husband last year. But something is odd about the house she has purchased.... And just what is up with all of the feathers?
What an incredibly beautiful story! Barbara Samuels paints such vivid images that one can easily envision each scene as it unfolds. The twists and turns were wonderfully done as Ms. Samuels provides some interesting surprises. Joaquin's role emerges as the story progresses. However, it is Penny herself who makes this tale work as she has one of the more unusual roles in the anthology. "Dragon Feathers" is a stunning tale!
DRAGON LOVERS will relish this offering from four very talented authors. Each author provides the reader with a different perspective on dragons. The range in styles and settings ensure that most readers will find something to appeal to their tastes. DRAGON LOVERS is a worthy addition to my keeper shelf!
COURTESY OF CK2S KWIPS AND KRITIQUES
Great anthology.......2007-06-08
I really enjoyed all the stories in this anthology. My favorite was "Anna and the King of Dragons" by Karen Harbaugh--I really liked the setting in the Japan of samurai and shoguns. Coming in a close second was "The Dragon and the Virgin Princess" by Jo Beverly. I enjoyed the other 2 stories by Mary Jo Putney and Barbara Samuel, but not enough to reread them.
Romantic fantasy fun.......2007-04-04
Dragon Lovers is a very nice combination of romance and fantasy and although I enjoyed all the stories, I was most impress with Anna and the King of Dragons and Dragon Feather.
Anna and the King of Dragons steps outside of the normal historical/European dragon mode; it takes on the myth of Asian dragons and culture. I was very impressed with this one, and would love to see a sequel or this story expanded into a full-lenght novel. It was very well written and had a very captivating plot. I liked the mixing of cultures, which you don't find very often in romance novels, especially in historicals. The added fantasy was a bonus.
Dragon Feather was an unusual and serious romance placed in modern times. I didn't care for it the first time I read it, but after re-reading it, because I realized I rushed through it, I found it touching, with characters that weren't your typical ones.
The other two stories were well written and very fascinating, and I enjoyed them too, but I can't help but pick my favorites. If you like dragons and romance ( this is not for serious fantasy fans ) you will enjoy this book. Also, I gave it 5 stars, just for the last two, and best, stories in the anthology.
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For many years Hawaiian Dictionary has been the definitive and authoritative work on the Hawaiian language. Now this indispensable reference volume has been enlarged and completely revised. More than 3,000 new entries have been added to the Hawaiian-English section bringing the total number of entries to almost 30,000, and making it the largest and most complete of any Polynesian dictionary. Other additions and changes in this section include: a method of showing stress groups to facilitate pronunciation of Hawaiian words with more than three syllables; indication of parts of speech; current scientific names of plants; use of metric measurements; additional reconstructions; classical origins of loan words; and many added cross-references to enhance understanding of the numerous nuances of Hawaiian words.
The English-Hawaiian section, a complement and supplement to the Hawaiian-English section, contains more than 12,500 entries and can serve as an index to hidden riches in the Hawaiian language. This new edition is more than a dictionary. Containing folklore, poetry, and ethnology, it will benefit Hawaiian studies for years to come.
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This is a must have if you are interested in the Hawaiian language. .......2007-07-16
This is an excellent book to use as a tool for any level, from a beginner who is just started to learn to a native speaker as a quick reference guide. Since both languages are used to find words and definitions it is a very user friendly book and easily navigated. It is a must have!
Hawaiian Dictionary.......2006-11-10
This is a comprehensive, easy to use dictionary that not only gives direct and indirect translations, but background and contexts for use.
Hawaiian Dictionary.......2005-09-11
Although the book was very efficiently compiled, it did not meet my needs. I need a pocket version of this edition!
The one and only Hawaiian Dictionary.......2000-12-21
First, to correct this record, the Hawaiian Dictionary was written by Mary Kawena Pukui and Samuel H. Elbert. I have no idea who Mary Ann Spenser Pukui or Mara Kawena Pukui are supposed to be. These are typos that should immediately be corrected.
As for the validity of this dictionary, it has been the standard for more than 40 years. Anyone wishing to learn more about the Hawaiian language and culture should own this reference book. It is absolutely essential to own this book if you are considering naming anything or anyone (from dogs to boats to children) with a Hawaiian name. Hawaiian words have multiple meanings. A word that sounds lovely may have perjorative meanings that aren't readily apparent from other smaller dictionaries. Mary Kawena Pukui was the foremost expert on the Hawaiian language and culture, and this book is her legacy to those of us who love all things Hawaiian. Mahalo Kawena.
This is the one!.......2000-01-07
This is the only acceptable dictionary for students of Hawaiian language. The author is not Mary Ann Spenser Pukui, however. The author is the well-known and most respected Hawaiian scholar, Mary Kawena Pukui.
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- great on the inside
- Valuable reference
- new pocket Hawaiian Dictionary
- A great little resource.
- makamae
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New Pocket Hawaiian Dictionary: With a Concise Grammar and Given Names in Hawaiian
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The Hawaiian Dictionary, by Mary Kawena Pukui and Samuel Elbert, has for many years been the standard work of reference for the Hawaiian language. Based on frequency of usage and cultural importance, 10,800 entries, from the 41,500 in the revised and enlarged edition of 1986, have been selected for inclusion in the New Pocket Hawaiian Dictionary.
In a compact and portable format, this dictionary up-dates scientific and common names of plants and animals; Hawaiian equivalents of given names; words borrowed from other languages; numbering and counting; practical phrases, and much more. The chapter on grammar, explained in nontechnical terms, includes a pronunciation guide.
This convenient book will be appreciated by residents, visitors, and beginning students of Hawaiian alike.
Customer Reviews:
great on the inside.......2007-08-24
I have the first print of this book and I thought the cover color and layout was better. The content is still the same and that mattered the most.
Valuable reference.......2007-05-23
Have owned this book for several years. Comes in handy for all manner of translation
new pocket Hawaiian Dictionary.......2005-09-26
This is an easy cross reference book. This book was part of the selection of books at a home we stayed at on the Bid Island, and I was happy to find it on Amazon. I am having fun with it.
A great little resource........2002-07-30
This book has around 11,000 words with adequate definitions.
I like the fact that the people that compiled this dictionary included names and even a guide to assist in pronounciation.
This nook is not an exhaustive researh on the Hawaiian language; but will greatly assist in research; Two Bears.
Aloha nui loa (I love you very much).
makamae.......2002-04-29
this little book is a hidden treasure!I know,for I spent most of my life growing up in the islands.
hawaii is a place unique in the sense that the spirit and the beauty can actually be captured by the words in the language...I highly recomend these priceless pages of fun and enjoyment.if for no other reason than to learn a new word to describe something...the languageis sweet,the words simple,and "the new pocket hawiian dictionary"no ka oi! mahalo to the authors!!!!
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Baskets made by the people of the mid-Columbia River are among the finest examples of Indian textile art in North America, and they are included in the collections of most major museums. The traditional designs and techniques of construction reveal a great artistic heritage that links modern basketmakers to their ancestors, Yet baskets are also everyday objects of a utilitarian nature that reveal much about mid-Columbia culture---a flat twined bag has greatest value when it is plump with dried roots, a coiled basket when full of huckleberries.
In Columbia River Basketry, Mary Schlick writes about the weavers who at the time of European contact lived along the Columbia River from just above its confluence with the Yakima River westward to the vicinity of present-day Portland, Oregon, and Indian groups living along the river, she presents the baskets in the context of the lives of the people who created and used them. She also writes about the descendants of the early basket weavers, to whom either basketry skills have been passed and from whom she herself learned to make baskets. Schlick blends mythology, personal reminiscences, materials, and basketry techniques.
Written with deep understanding and appreciatoin of the artists and their work, Columbia River Basketry will be an inspirational sourcebook for basket weavers and other craftspeople. It will also serve as an invaluable reference for scholars, curators, and collectors in identifying, dating, and interpreting examples of Columbia River basketry.
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get it before it's gone!.......2002-01-25
Ms. Schlick is the uncontested expert on native American basketry of the Columbia Plateau (eastern Washington and Oregon) and she knows and has the admiration of many--perhaps all--of the current weavers. Her book finally puts a face and name on the creators of the baskets and sees them as individual artists. I can't believe this book has been allowed to go out of print--get it while you can.
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The Path of the Feather: A Handbook and Kit for Making Medicine Wheels
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The Path of the Feather returns an ancient and long-revered ritual, the Medicine Wheel, to a place of honor in our lives. From Greece to Siberia, from England to America, the making of medicine wheels and the shamanic way was the centerpiece of daily life for indigenous cultures the world over. We learned from the earth; we listened to her spirits; and we went in search of her visions.
The Path of the Feather recaptures that way of being. This unique book and kit provides readers with everything they need to become contemporary shamans. Containing thirteen figurines, a Medicine Wheel map, compass, medicine bag, and an authoritative instruction book, The Path of the Feather gives guidance, inspiration, and answers to the questions of life. With this kit, readers will be able to harness the power of the living earth, follow the spirit animals, and make Medicine Wheels for sacred living, oracular vision, manifesting dreams and desires, and much more.
Walk the Path of the Feather and become a contemporary shaman.
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It's all in here............2007-06-12
This is a most excellent book on Medicine Wheels. I have been studying them for many years now and have used them for ceremonial purposes. The book is an excellent guide and answers many questions for those who want to learn about the power of the wheel. Highly recommend this book, you'll want to keep it handy! Very well written and easy to understand. Great companion book.
GOOD BOOK.......2002-03-25
I am native american and I like this book . If you like stuff like this then buy this book . I would recommend it to anyone .
From the first chapter I noticed a difference in the way I looked at life .
please!.......2001-09-26
When will this author stick to a subject that he knows-- traditional medicine-- and quit inflicting flowery generalities that capitalize on other people's cultures (in this case, Native Peoples) to sell books? This book is so poorly researched it made my head spin (which is about the only shamanic aspect of it that was validated). I returned it immediately and should have learned with past experiences with this author's work.
Wonderful , Enlightening!.......2000-11-03
This book provides a great way to learn about Shamanism. Insightful look into guided imagery.
My favorite book of 2000!
Wonderful, Enlightening, Spirtually Healing.......2000-11-03
This book provides a great way to learn about Shamanism. Insightful look into guided imagery.
My favorite book of 2000!
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Praise for Michael Samuels and Mary Rockwood Lane
"Filled with the truth about how spirit can heal us. I was very moved by this powerful book."
-Christiane Northrup, M.D. (on Spirit Body Healing)
"Dr. Michael Samuels provides us with new tools and ways of thinking about our capacity to heal. He has been a wonderful teacher for me and can be for you. . . . His work is inspiring."
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"Healing is a creative process. These heartfelt stories and beautiful visualizations inspire the reader to see all life as a healing journey."
-David Simon, M.D. (on Spirit Body Healing)
"Dr. Michael Samuels is one of the leading pioneers in exploring creativity as an important part of every person's healing journey."
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Ancient spiritual wisdom-practical results
Long before there were medical doctors, surgical procedures, and prescription drugs, shaman healers learned to combat illness and restore physical health using the tools and skills of the body, mind, and spirit. Shaman Wisdom, Shaman Healing shows you how to harness the power of these ancient shamanic traditions to expand your ability as a healer.
This practical, prescriptive guide offers a step-by-step program that shows you how to focus the power of your mind, open yourself to your visionary life, and allow the healing spirit to flow through you. You'll learn how to heal yourself and others using proven techniques drawn from both Native American and Asian traditions, including:
- Heeding the call
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- Invoking spirit animals and the spirits of ancient ones
- Using a medicine wheel and cultivating visions
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Reinterpreting the first century of American history, Brendan McConville argues that colonial society developed a political culture marked by strong attachment to Great Britain's monarchs. This intense allegiance continued almost until the moment of independence, an event defined by an emotional break with the king. By reading American history forward from the seventeenth century rather than backward from the Revolution, McConville shows that political conflicts long assumed to foreshadow the events of 1776 were in fact fought out by factions who invoked competing visions of the king and appropriated royal rites rather than used abstract republican rights or pro-democratic proclamations. The American Revolution, McConville contends, emerged out of the fissure caused by the unstable mix of affective attachments to the king and a weak imperial government. Sure to provoke debate, The King's Three Faces offers a powerful counterthesis to the dominant American historiography.
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