Schools around the world use online programs like Accelerated Reader and Reading Counts to improve students' reading comprehension of real books, but how can such software be used most effectively? In this unique resource, Keith Topping analyzes independent research studies and brings you best practices on quality implementation.
Keith Topping Book order (chronological)
This author delves into the intricate relationship between fan-created narratives and official media, particularly within the realm of popular television series. Their work often scrutinizes the details and inconsistencies within these fictional universes, offering readers a deeper understanding of their construction and evolution. With a background in journalism, their analytical approach is characterized by keen observation and precision, while still appreciating the cultural impact and enduring appeal of the subject matter.
Abschiede, Aufbrüche
Erinnerungen an eine Kindheit und Jugend in Hamburg 1926–1949
- 592 pages
- 21 hours of reading
Triquetra: The Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to Charmed
- 540 pages
- 19 hours of reading
Television can be a storehouse of treasures, and one of its best kept secrets was a show called Charmed. Despite being scheduled at all hours, the series steadily built up a dedicated and vocal audience who became hooked by its beguiling and seductive power, attractive visuals and gentle wit. Charmed is the story of the four Halliwell sisters, Prue (Shannon Doherty), Piper (Holly Marie Combs), Phoebe (Alyssa Milano) and Paige (Rose McGowan). Together they are the Charmed Ones and they are sworn to protect the innocent. In Triquetra, best-selling author Keith Topping explores every episode, revealing the triumphs, the goofs, the guest stars, the intake of nicotine and alcohol, and generally gets under the skin of the Halliwell sisters and their lives, loves and spellbinding adventures.
Inside Bartlett's White House
An Unofficial and Unauthorised Guide to The West Wing - Revised and Updated
- 420 pages
- 15 hours of reading
The West Wing has been one of the most talked-about and critically acclaimed series in the UK, and in the US it is NBC's biggest hit drama show in years, Inside Bartlet's White House is an unofficial and indispensable guide to the show, diving deep into the world of American Politics and searching for the truth and integrity behind the Bartlet administration. Now updated to encompass Season Three and and part of Season Four, covering the highlights of the episodes in categories such as American History X, Sex and Drugs and Rock'nRoll, A view from the Hill and Logic, Let Me Introduce You to This Window, it is an essential look at the complex and fascinating world of the White House and the most powerful men in the world.
Der neue Trek-Episodenführer
The Next Generation, Deep Space Nine, Voyager
- 381 pages
- 14 hours of reading
DER NEUE TREK-EPISODENFÜHRER liefert Inhaltsangaben und kompetente Hintergrundinformationen zu allen Folgen von THE NEXT GENERATION und den ersten Staffeln von DEEP SPACE NINE.
The New Trek Programme Guide
- 288 pages
- 11 hours of reading
Star Trek and its progeny, Star Trek: the Next Generation and Star Trek: Deep Space Nine constitute a popular science fiction television phenomenon. The Next Generation was number one in the US syndicated TV ratings almost every week, and Star Trek book regularly feature among the top ten science fiction best-sellers.