"There are many kinds of paper, from newsprint to cardboard to tissues. Trees to Paper takes a look at what paper is and how it is made from trees. Useful images show how making paper is a multi-pronged process. A simple Save The Trees spread helps readers understand how important conservation, forest management, and recycling are for the future. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available"--
"Rocks and Minerals to Aluminum helps young readers understand what a metal is, where it is found, and how humans process aluminum to make things used in everyday life"--
This dynamic book follows the fluffy fiber known as cotton, from plant to final product--clothing. Close-up images illustrate how cotton is grown, harvested, and processed for sale. Wonder Word features ask readers to think about and engage with concepts such as "environment" and "raw cotton." Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.
We use plastic items every day, but often don't examine what plastics are and how they got to us. Oil to Plastics helps young readers understand how a natural resource can be processed to become a toothbrush or a toy. Simple Plastic Facts boxes explain that plastics can be hard, soft, or in-between. Free downloadable Teacher's Guide available.
The collection features essays by a prominent expert on psychologically informed environments (PIEs), exploring their significance and application. It delves into the interplay between psychology and environmental design, offering insights into how spaces can be tailored to enhance mental well-being. The essays provide a comprehensive understanding of PIEs, making it a valuable resource for professionals and students interested in psychology, architecture, and social work.
Service design for complex needs
The book provides a comprehensive exploration of 'psychologically informed environments' (PIEs), an innovative approach that has significantly impacted services in the UK addressing complex psychological and emotional needs. It highlights groundbreaking developments in various fields, particularly in homelessness support, showcasing how this transformative model enhances service delivery and client outcomes.
Engineers often look to nature to help them solve problems. Read about human technologies that have been inspired by animals and plants.
Engineers build models to help them test how well their solutions will work. Read about how testing small-sized models helps them spot mistakes, make improvements, and create the best solution possible!
Different problems need different solutions, but engineers follow the same steps to solve them. Discover the path engineers take to find new solutions or improve old ones.
The story follows well-meaning parents attempting to fulfill their daughter's Christmas wish, only to face unexpected and unpleasant surprises. It serves as a cautionary tale about the consequences of acting impulsively without considering potential outcomes. Themes of parental love and the complexities of desire are explored as the narrative unfolds, highlighting the importance of foresight in decision-making.