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As the capital of the state of New South Wales, Sydney is a centre for business, education and professional services, not only for Australians but also for the whole South Pacific region. As the site of the first British colony in Australia, and the home of the Indigenous Eora people for many thousands of years, Sydney has a rich and unique history.

Many people around the world instantly envisage New York when they hear about the United States, but New York City, fondly known as NYC, has its own story and character. The city is a cultural and financial hub, and its theatres and art galleries influence worldwide trends. The 9/11 terrorist attacks shook New Yorkers, but did not break their remarkable spirit, or their ability to keep their city one of the most vibrant and diverse places on Earth.

Slums and palaces, Bollywood and beaches, Mumbai is a city unlike any other. Bursting at the seams with people, Mumbai somehow still manages to offer its population quiet and beautiful places where they can escape from the noise and traffic. The business and financial heart of India, Mumbai has expensive real estate alongside one of the largest slum areas in the world.

Starting with an early settlement dating from about 1600 years ago, Jakarta has grown to become a densely populated city and the capital of Indonesia. Jakarta has always been a center for trade. The old capital, Batavia, was the main port city for the Dutch East India Company, and was known around the world as a source of wealth through commerce.

Teachers need help navigating sex ed. Many are terrified of getting it wrong and feel ill-equipped when talking to young people. This Little Guide for Teachers will go beyond reassurance and will provide practical, proven methods to engage in conversations that will genuinely help prevent harm from happening, smash survivor stigma and inspire anti-sexual violence action.  Authored by an expert in the area Easy to dip in-and-out of Full of interactive activities, encouraging you to write into the book and make it your own Short and can be read in an afternoon!

Create innovative and equitable experiences that prepare your learners for the future!STEAM education is crucial for preparing learners to meet the demands of a rapidly evolving world. Not every learner is going to pursue a STEAM-related career, but each and every learner needs to be challenged with opportunities to transfer what they are learning in mathematics and science instruction to seek solutions to the complex problems of today-and to meet our future world head on!In this Second Edition of Step Into STEAM, authors Sarah Bush and Kristin Cook guide and inspire PreK-5 educators through a seamless process of designing and implementing STEAM inquiries that align precisely to key mathematics and science content and practices-all while meeting the demands of guiding assessments. Going far beyond a collection of STEAM activities, this book shows educators, as well as school and district leaders, how to build a STEAM ecosystem that can measurably improve every learner's mathematics and science achievement, as well as engagement, belonging, and interest.What truly sets this book apart is its masterful integration of problem-based inquiry as the foundation for STEAM instruction. This updated edition: Expands on the latest research in STEAM education across PreK-5 in various educational settings Incorporates strategies grounded in Universal Design for Learning to engage all learners Provides updated STEAM resources aligned to the Integrated STEM Practices Embeds actionable tips throughout each chapter that educators can implement immediately in addition to suggestions for ongoing learning and growth for all Offers an updated companion website with additional templates for brainstorming sessions or book studies, action plans, and checklists to help educators put their ideas into practiceThis is an essential guide for educators looking to implement STEAM education in their classrooms and beyond. Step Into STEAM provides a comprehensive roadmap for cultivating the creativity, problem-solving abilities, resilience, and empathy that will empower the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and global citizens. Make the most of your limited instructional time and become part of the Step Into STEAM journey!

The Science of Reading research shows that early instruction in phonics is the first step to reading success. Step into Reading—the most trusted leveled reader program—has a fun and comprehensive, educationally based phonics program designed to help kids learn to read, step by step! Developed by a phonics expert, each box includes eight brief books that cover a specific range of phonics skills. The boxed sets build on each other, book by book, and skills are reviewed and reinforced as new ones are introduced—giving kids the tools they need to crack the code of letters and sounds. Take the first step toward your child's lifelong love of reading!

The Whole Child Alphabet is an indepth look at the building blocks of literacy. Focusing on a strong foundation of development, this book reveals how movement, play and child-led activity are fundamental to literacy.

JD is a pirate who wants to see the world and bakes apple pies. He doesn't steal or kill, yet his crew loves him. JD encourages his pirate friends to learn a new way to do things in The Apple Pie Pirate book by Suzanne Pollock.

Become an expert on planet Earth through fun facts and figures!From microscopic minerals to majestic mountains and everything in between, boost your knowledge about our amazing planet with more than 1,000 mind-blowing numbers.Stunning artworks, photographs, and fun graphics immerse you in the wonders of our world. Learn all about rocks, rivers, oceans, plants, forests, and more. Every page is packed with jaw-dropping numerical facts and stats that will have you memorizing them in no time. You'll get the figures behind rising sea levels, the gradual growth of mountains, wild weather, and much more. Did you know that 2,000 new plant species are discovered every year? Or that the charge carried by a bolt of lightning is hotter than the surface of the Sun, at 30,000°C (54,000°F)? As you number-crunch your way around the world, you'll discover a range of amazing facts - from corals and crystals to the immensity of oceans, rivers, volcanoes and forests.This fantastic book is a treasure trove of data, filled with everything you've ever wanted to know about our planet!

Join a little girl and her grandad as they plan for the BEST HOLIEVER! They know all the best spots to throw the bright Holi powder!Can they cover the whole neighbourhood in colour in their biggestcelebration yet?

This charmingly illustrated book by bestselling author Claire Freedman will reassure children of God's love for them and encourage them to have a personal relationship with God.

Speak up and stand against anti-Asian hate.We all know that hate and racism are bad, what does it look like when an Asian person experiences racism? This book is here to start that conversation. To help explain the hate that Asian Americans experience in their lives, empower kids not to be afraid to talk about racism, and help them find their voice to speak up against anti-Asian hate.

Learn about living with a chronic illness and how to build confidence when it comes to speaking up about your needs.Chronic illnesses are lifelong health issues that can make the simple act of growing up feel different for kids who have them. And that can sometimes be lonely and frustrating. But learn from an author with a chronic illness how to reshape your mindset, find new passions, and pour your energy into things that empower you and fill your life with joy.

Incarceration is a BIG topic. Start the conversation early around the power of choices, consequences, justice, and growth.Incarceration is a big word for a HUGE topic. It can bring up difficult questions and feelings—especially when it affects you directly. This book explores incarceration, crimes, and prison, as well as the power of choices. The author's story highlights the impact of choices and how someone can grow, learn, and change the path they've been on.

Addiction is complicated—opening up the conversation can help kids better understand why it happens and how to cope with it.It's difficult when someone you know or love suffers with addiction, but it's a reality many kids are confronted with and need help understanding. This book was made to help explain what addiction is and help all readers cope with and validate the many feelings that come when experiencing someone's addiction.

Building a positive mindset is the key to cultivating healthy thoughts!Each of us thinks thousands of thoughts every single day. That's pretty amazing! But…that doesn't mean every thought is helpful. In fact, some of them can be pretty harmful. So, what do we do? This book is all about building up a positive mindset and how to manage your thoughts. The more we push back on the negative ones, the less powerful they are, which gives us lots of room for positive growth!

Masculinity is something that can mean so many things, if only we allow the space for a multitude of expressions to coexist.What comes to mind when you think of "masculinity"? Certain ways to act? Talk? Just simply be? We believe masculinity is a story which can and should be told in more than one way. Masculinity is not something which is done either "right" or "wrong"—it's a unique and individual choice. When we get to write our own stories, the world is a much fuller, more beautiful place.

Learn more about Diwali, how it's celebrated, and how you can participate in the festivities!This book is all about Diwali, the festival of lights! Celebrated for 5 days every year in the fall, this holiday commemorates The Ramayana, a story which highlights the triumph of good over evil and light over darkness. Learn more about this beautiful celebration and how you can participate. Diwali is celebrated all over the world, and it's for everyone.