Jazz Guide, New York City, 2nd Edition (Jazz Guide New York City) (Paperback)

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“Hard to believe it’s been several years already since this wonderful guide to New York City jazz was published. During the intervening years, though, much has changed and author Steve Dollar picks up where he left off…’Jazz in New York,’ writes Dollar, ‘is an ever-changing proposition that never goes out of style.’” –The Chicago Tribune”A good pre-stocking stuffer for both those remotely interested in catching live jazz in New York and expert NYC jazz goers.” –All Abo (more…)

Stanford University: Off the Record (College Prowler) (Paperback)

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“…get viewpoints on a variety of topics from the student body, which is where the Prowler gets its roar.” — Melissa Kaplan, Boston Globe, May 23, 2004″There is information on which schools have packed computer labs, which dorms are studious or riotous, …” — Ben Gilbert, The Washington Post, April 27, 2004″This is the kind of information kids really want to know before they pick a college.” — Michelle Slatalla, The NY Times, March 9, 2006″…get viewpoints on a varie (more…)

The Spark: The Revolutionary New Plan to Get Fit and Lose Weight-10 Minutes at a Time (Paperback)

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The spark of inspiration behind The Spark came when Glenn Gaesser looked at the exercise recommendations he and his fellow exercise scientists at the American College of Sports Medicine had come up with: 20 to 60 minutes of vigorous aerobic exercise, three to five times a week; two to three strength-training sessions a week; and two to three flexibility workouts a week. That’s the recommendation for the “average” person. No wonder the population keeps gett (more…)

Physical Education Methods for Elementary Teachers-3rd Edition (Paperback)

Essential and extended information for teachers Children face many serious health concerns, including obesity and type 2 diabetes. Teachers can use Physical Education Methods for Elementary Teachers, Third Edition, to help children avoid these and other health issues and steer them to better health. Many new guidelines and mandates have arisen in recent years, including new dietary guidelines for Americans, an updated food guide pyramid system, a federally mandated school welln (more…)

Microscopy, Optical Spectroscopy, and Macroscopic Techniques (Methods in Molecular Biology) (Paperback)

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…a quite fascinating book. It describes a range of techniques with which I am familiar in the literature, but have never actually used and explains the practicalities behind the instrumentation and its use…very readable and informative.-Dave Roberts, Natural History Museum-Society for General Microbiology Quarterly

National Institute for Biological Standards and Control, Patters Bar, U.K. Methods in Molecular Biology, Volume 22. Survey of the possibl (more…)

Physical Education for Children:Daily Lesson Plan Elem School-2E (Daily Lesson Plans) (Paperback)

This book has been a big hit with physical educators since it came out in 1989. Now it’s available in a new edition that keeps all the best features of the original, adds new material, and improves the presentation, all while making the information more affordable!The new edition is split into two books–one for the elementary level and another for middle school–so you pay only for the lesson plans you need. Each book still provides developmentally appropriate lesson plans f (more…)

Building Robot Drive Trains (Robot DNA Series) (Paperback)

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Addressing all aspects of robot locomotion including wheel selection, motors, power transmission, braking, and control systems, detailed sections of this title cover both theoretical and practical elements. A good source for general-purpose robotics designing, the text outlines the advantages and disadvantages of various options. It is also one of the few resources that discuss the problem of designing a robot for outdoor environments and different terrains. (Library Jou (more…)

Automotive Technology: A Systems Approach (Hardcover)

AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY: A SYSTEMS APPROACH, 5th Edition remains the leading authority on automotive theory, service and repair procedures. The new edition has been updated to include coverage of hybrid vehicles throughout the text, new content on electronic automatic transmissions, preventive maintenance, and many other topics that reflect the most recent changes in the industry. Chapters cover the theory, diagnosis and service of all system areas for automobiles and light trucks (more…)

TAP! The Greatest Tap Dance Stars and Their Stories 1900-1955 (Paperback)

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This account of great tap dance stars begins in 1900 and ends in 1955, covering the heyday of tap dance and including the memories of thirty fine dancers from Shirley Temple to Fayard Nicholas. The lively, fun stories detail individual artists’ achievements as well as the evolution of the tap dance industry as a whole. — Midwest Book Review

From the vaudeville era, through the Astaire-Rogers movies, to the intricate artistry of bebop, tap has dominated (more…)

Swing Stepper

Cardio work out with timed stepcounter.

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