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Paperback. Condition: Very Good. Having earned her official SAR (Search and Rescue) vest in Sierra Becomes a Search Dog, our hero is called upon to save the day once more. Sierra has grown since her last adventure and the little Golden Retriever puppy's sense of smell is better than ever This time, it's Ted who needs help: his free-spirited roommate Fred has gone missing After a whiff of Fred's stinky sneaker Sierra sets out on another exciting search, full of twists and turns, humor and suspense. Will she find Fred while he dances to the beat of his own drum? With whimsical rhyme, colorful illustrations, and educational facts, Sierra the Search Dog Finds Fred is the second in a series of books for all who love dogs and adventure. The series, Sierra the Search Dog, is inspired by the author's own experience training and leading SAR dogs and is dedicated to the memory of his real-life canine partner. Long, Taillefer (illustrator). …

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Paperback. Condition: Good. A series of random deaths. A search dog with a nose for trouble. And two teenagers threatened by a mystery they're determined to unravel.18-year old Bryce Finn is the youngest Search and Rescue dog handler in Washington state. And thanks to the extraordinary nose of his golden retriever Sierra, he's also one of the best. When Sierra sniffs out a possible crime scene during a routine potty break, Bryce trusts his dog--and reports the discovery to law enforcement.At first, the hit-and-run Sierra uncovers looks like just another in a series of accidental deaths. But as Bryce and Sierra, along with Bryce's girlfriend Katie and her search-dog-in-training Magnum, follow a trail of bodies from the Washington wilderness to a rushing river to a homeless camp, their suspicions grow. Is there some connection between these unexplained deaths? And if there is, can Bryce and Sierra sniff out the killer before the killer finds them - especially with the worst detective on the force questioning their every move? Packed with action, adventure, and more than a little puppy love, PAYOUT will keep you guessing until the explosive final moments.PAYOUT is a page-turning adventure that will surprise even the most seasoned mystery fan. A tribute to the real search and rescue experts.and their human partners. -- Cloyd Steiger, homicide detective and author of Homicide: The View from Inside the Yellow Tape.The second in the Sierra the Search Dog series is both readable and realistic. 'Payout' will appeal to those who love mysteries, dog stories and old-fashioned gumshoe police procedurals. -- Susan Bulanda, author of K9 Search and Rescue Troubleshooting: Practical Solutions to Common SAR Dog Training ProblemsPayout is the sixth book in Robert D. Calkins' Sierra the Search Dog series of books for all ages. Written for teens and adults, Payout is a sequel to Calkins' breakout novel Digger. Also in the Sierra the Search Dog Series are: For children: Sierra Becomes a Search DogSierra the Search Dog Finds FredSierra the Search Dog Saves SallyFor middle-grade readers: Bryce Bumps His HeadFor Teens and Adults: Digger - Sierra and the Case of the Chimera Killer.…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. Sierra, a Golden Retriever puppy with a knack for hide-and-seek becomes an unlikely hero when a little neighbor girl gets lost in the woods near her home. With practice and persistence little Sierra turns a children's game into a life-saving mission, earning the vest that marks her as an official search and rescue dog. Inspired by the author's own experience training and leading SAR (Search And Rescue) dogs, Sierra Becomes a Search Dog is the first in a series of books for all ages about K9 Sierra. Long, Taillefer (illustrator).…

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Paperback. Condition: Good. In Leading Well: Building Schoolwide Excellence in Reading and Writing, Lucy Calkins draws on the transformative work that she and her colleagues at the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project have done in partnership with school leaders over the last thirty years. Travel to any corner of this country, inquire about the schools that are winning acclaim for their joyous and rigorous schoolwide literacy work, and you?re apt to find yourself hearing about the results of the remarkable community of practice that has taken root around reading and writing workshop instruction. This book, like the work of the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project itself, is deeply research-based and principled, while also absolutely practical and real-world tested. Leading Well will provide you with the inspiration and energy you need to rally your teachers to outgrow their own best teaching practices and tackle predictable challenges. Additionally, Leading Well will remind you that you are part of a vibrant community of practice. You?ll learn not only from Lucy Calkins and from contributing authors, Mary Ehrenworth and Laurie Pessah, but also from talented, tenacious, and imaginative school leaders who are creating new horizons for the world of education. Topics addressed include: Planning for Literacy Reform Supporting teachers in implementing reading and writing workshops Tapping the insight and talents of teachers, and rallying key individuals to join your cabinet of literacy leaders Honing your vision for reform and communicating it to the whole school Leading through influence rather than compliance Lifting the Level of Teaching Defining the goals for your teachers and the priorities for students Establishing the structures and culture that support these goals and priorities Protecting independent reading and writing time for students and planning time for teachers Identifying ways to coach and nurture teachers? skills in the specific methods of instruction of the Units of Study Supporting teachers? continuing professional development Building Structures across the School and Community Setting up feedback cycles through instructional rounds and targeted conversations Putting in place rituals and traditions to support your school community?s unique character Addressing resistance with radical candor and learning from it Staying the course while integrating new initiatives Engaging parents and building your own professional learning community The book is for school leaders who?ve invited their teachers to join them in the exhilarating work of adopting a dynamic, rigorous, student-centered language arts curriculum. It is for school leaders who have taken on the challenge of transforming their whole school into a place where everyone?s potential, for learning and for growth, is sky high. Samples Preview sample pages from Leading Well. …

Paperback. Condition: Very Good. In Leading Well: Building Schoolwide Excellence in Reading and Writing, Lucy Calkins draws on the transformative work that she and her colleagues at the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project have done in partnership with school leaders over the last thirty years. Travel to any corner of this country, inquire about the schools that are winning acclaim for their joyous and rigorous schoolwide literacy work, and you?re apt to find yourself hearing about the results of the remarkable community of practice that has taken root around reading and writing workshop instruction. This book, like the work of the Teachers College Reading and Writing Project itself, is deeply research-based and principled, while also absolutely practical and real-world tested. Leading Well will provide you with the inspiration and energy you need to rally your teachers to outgrow their own best teaching practices and tackle predictable challenges. Additionally, Leading Well will remind you that you are part of a vibrant community of practice. You?ll learn not only from Lucy Calkins and from contributing authors, Mary Ehrenworth and Laurie Pessah, but also from talented, tenacious, and imaginative school leaders who are creating new horizons for the world of education. Topics addressed include: Planning for Literacy Reform Supporting teachers in implementing reading and writing workshops Tapping the insight and talents of teachers, and rallying key individuals to join your cabinet of literacy leaders Honing your vision for reform and communicating it to the whole school Leading through influence rather than compliance Lifting the Level of Teaching Defining the goals for your teachers and the priorities for students Establishing the structures and culture that support these goals and priorities Protecting independent reading and writing time for students and planning time for teachers Identifying ways to coach and nurture teachers? skills in the specific methods of instruction of the Units of Study Supporting teachers? continuing professional development Building Structures across the School and Community Setting up feedback cycles through instructional rounds and targeted conversations Putting in place rituals and traditions to support your school community?s unique character Addressing resistance with radical candor and learning from it Staying the course while integrating new initiatives Engaging parents and building your own professional learning community The book is for school leaders who?ve invited their teachers to join them in the exhilarating work of adopting a dynamic, rigorous, student-centered language arts curriculum. It is for school leaders who have taken on the challenge of transforming their whole school into a place where everyone?s potential, for learning and for growth, is sky high. Samples Preview sample pages from Leading Well.…

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Hardback. Condition: Good. Winner of the Foreword INDIES Book of the Year Award for Business and EconomicsWinner of the IndieReader Discovery Award for Top Business BookWinner of the Eric Hoffer Award?Clear, practical, thorough and right on the mark. It?s a must-read for people who are new to giving presentations as well as experienced presenters who want to get even better. This book belongs on everyone?s bookshelf.?Jim Lecinski Associate Professor of Marketing, Northwestern University; former Vice-President of US Sales and Service, Google, Inc.How to Wash a Chicken is not a book about public speaking (or chickens), it?s a comprehensive playbook for business leaders and people on their way up to give the best presentations of their lives, and embark on a circle of presentation success.All too often, the best intentions and most innovative ideas get lost in a poorly executed presentation. Author Tim Calkins understands the power of a compelling presentation and the difficulty in accomplishing one. The brand strategist, professor and author has been giving presentations since he was eight, when he delivered his first official presentation with an uncooperative chicken at a 4-H competition. From business updates to project recommendations to marketing plans, Calkins has given more than five thousand presentations to date.With concrete suggestions, helpful tricks, and step-by-step guidance that?s applicable to all industries, Calkins sets out to propel his readers to create and deliver effective business presentations and pitches. When all lessons from How to Wash a Chicken are applied, readers will be empowered throughout the preparation and presentation process. They will be able to present with more confidence and conviction than they ever had before, setting them on a path of professional growth.…