Learning Styles

Do you know children who get upset when their routines change? They might also struggle to see the big picture, make friends, solve a problem in real time, and read nonverbal communication. Meltdowns, tantrums, and other challenging behaviors might be common. This audiobook was designed to teach you how making small shifts in your language and speaking style that will produce important results.

Robert McKee's screenwriting workshops have earned him an international reputation for inspiring novices, refining works in progress, and putting major screenwriting careers back on track. Quincy Jones, Diane Keaton, Gloria Steinem, Julia Roberts, John Cleese, and David Bowie are just a few of his celebrity alumni. Writers, producers, development executives, and agents all flock to his lecture series, praising it as a mesmerizing and intense learning experience.

Real Mexicans don’t speak like your textbook...so it’s no wonder you struggle with the slang and expressions of spoken Mexican Spanish! This book fixes that. For the first time, you’ll learn to move beyond beginner level and speak Spanish in the real world! With 101 authentic conversations in intermediate Mexican Spanish and a brand-new story in this edition, you’ll become confident in the words, phrases, and expressions you need to communicate like a local.

As Random House’s copy chief, Dreyer has upheld the standards of the legendary publisher for more than two decades. He is beloved by authors and editors alike - not to mention his followers on social media - for deconstructing the English language with playful erudition. Now, he distills everything he has learned from the myriad books he has copyedited and overseen into a useful guide not just for writers but for everyone who wants to put their best prose foot forward.

In The Sense of Style, the best-selling linguist and cognitive scientist Steven Pinker answers these questions and more. Rethinking the usage guide for the 21st century, Pinker doesn’t carp about the decline of language or recycle pet peeves from the rulebooks of a century ago. Instead, he applies insights from the sciences of language and mind to the challenge of crafting clear, coherent, and stylish prose.

Explanation - conveying meaning - is an art. And the BBC presenter and journalist Ros Atkins, creator of the viral 'Ros Atkins on...' explainer videos, is something of a master of the form. In this book, Ros shares the secrets he has learned from years of working in high-pressure newsrooms, identifying the ten elements of a good explanation and the seven steps you need to take to express yourself as persuasively and accurately as possible.

A trio of McKinsey & Company veterans draws from a unique combination of psychology, neuroscience, and consciousness practices plus a combined 50-plus years of international board room experience to offer a unique approach to learning and leading with awareness and intentional choice, even amidst the most challenging circumstances.

Here is an entirely new side of Kurt Vonnegut, Vonnegut as a teacher of writing. Of course he's given us glimpses before, with aphorisms and short essays and articles and in his speeches. But never before has an entire book been devoted to Kurt Vonnegut the teacher. Here is pretty much everything Vonnegut ever said or wrote having to do with the writing art and craft, altogether a healing, a nourishing expedition.

Gotham Writers' Workshop has mastered the art of teaching the craft of writing in a way that is practical, accessible, and entertaining. Now the techniques of this renowned school are available in this audiobook. Once you've listened—and written—your way through this book, you'll have a command of craft that will enable you to turn your ideas into effective short stories and novels. You will be a writer.

How to Get Started Learning About the History of and Listening to Rockabilly Music: A Beginner’s Guide to the Roots, Revival, and Retro Style Step into the world of vintage rhythm, classic guitars, and rebel style with this ultimate beginner’s guide to rockabilly music and culture. Whether you're just discovering the genre or deepening your appreciation for its retro charm, this book offers everything you need to get started. Explore the fascinating history of rockabilly from its 1940s and 1950s roots through its modern revival. Discover the artists who shaped the sound, from Elvis ...

Fried Chicken in America. Get your copy of the best and most unique Fried Chicken recipes from BookSumo Press! Come take a journey with us into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all our cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on Fried Chicken. Fried Chicken is a complete set of simple but very unique Fried Chicken recipes. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite amazing. Besides recipes you will learn about the following: The History of Chicken from Jungle to Backyards Chicken ...

The Elements of Style is an American English writing style guide originally composed by William Strunk Jr. in 1918, and published by Harcourt in 1920, comprising eight elementary rules of usage, 10 elementary principles of composition, a few matters of form, a list of 49 words and expressions commonly misused, and a list of 57 words often misspelled. William Strunk concentrated on specific questions of usage, and the cultivation of good writing, with the recommendation "Make every word tell".

Singing 101: Vocal Basics and Fundamental Singing Skills for All Styles and Abilities contains detailed vocal instruction, working on the fundamentals needed by every singer for accurate pitch, stamina, quality of tone, and life-long vocal health. Aimed at teaching fundamentals, and based on centuries of knowledge, it also contains perspectives from new scientific discoveries regarding the voice to which previous generations of teachers and singers did not have access

In 2007, when a new edition of the Oxford Junior Dictionary - widely used in schools around the world - was published, a sharp-eyed reader soon noticed that around 40 common words concerning nature had been dropped. Apparently they were no longer being used enough by children to merit their place in the dictionary. Ten years later, Robert Macfarlane and Jackie Morris set out to make a “spell book” that will conjure back 20 of these lost words and the beings they name, from acorn to wren.

Do your relationships always seem to follow the same patterns? Are you tired of the same problems, arguments, and endings? Your attachment style may be the key to understanding your behavior and emotional reactions. This audiobook, brought to you by LearnWell, will guide you on a journey to healthier, secure connections.

All-American Hamburgers. Get your copy of the best and most unique American recipes from BookSumo Press! Come take a journey with us into the delights of easy cooking. The point of this cookbook and all our cookbooks is to exemplify the effortless nature of cooking simply. In this book we focus on American. American Burgers is a complete set of simple but very unique American recipes. You will find that even though the recipes are simple, the tastes are quite amazing. Besides recipes you will learn about the following: The Cuisine of New England Mid-Atlantic Fare Southern Comfort: The ...

Uncover the magical world of fiddling! Are you ready for a musical journey to the heart of traditional folk and bluegrass melodies? Have you ever wondered how the fiddle’s enchanting tunes evoke emotion? Would you like to discover the secret to mastering this remarkable instrument? If so, “How to Play the Fiddle for Beginners” is your key to unlocking the world of strings and melodies. In this book, you will: Discover the impressive history and cultural significance of the fiddle. Unlock the remarkable secrets of bowing techniques that will make your fiddle sing like never before. ...

· Master essay writing in English: Learn from a treasure trove of over 420 well-structured essays covering diverse writing styles and topics.· Boost your vocabulary and grammar: analyse effective writing to discover powerful language usage and proper sentence construction.· Structure your thoughts like a pro: Utilise essay models to organise your ideas logically and communicate them clearly.· Craft compelling essays with confidence: Learn from expertly written examples, empowering you to write with clarity and impact.· Conquer writer's block and writing anxieties: analyse well-...

This is the one guide that anyone who writes - whether student, business person, or professional writer - should keep with them whenever they begin to write. Filled with professional tips and a wealth of instructive examples and prompts, this valuable, easy-to-use audio handbook can help solve any and all writing problems.

Awakening Brilliance is a two-time award winning, international best-seller. A must read for all who want children to succeed in school. Awakening Brilliance weaves true teacher-student experiences into an inspirational story that demonstrates how to build relationships with students, improve academics, prevent dropouts and create lifelong learners.