New Releases by Ann Gaines

A thorough, illustrated biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and term of William (Bill) Clinton, forty-second president of the United States. Includes a table of contents, time line, phonetic glossary, sources for further research, an index, and detailed captions and sidebars to aid in comprehension.

A biography discussing the childhood, career, family, and election of Donald Trump, forty-fifth president of the United States.

The third edition of this popular series is updated with a variety of features that will help students learn about the state of Mississippi. This comprehensive book outlines the geography, history, people, government, and economy of the state. Lists of key people, events, cities, plants and animals, and political figures, plus fact boxes and quotes, provide easily accessible information that is supplemented by activities such as crafts, recipes, and a map quiz. Historic photos, artwork, and other images enhance the text.

Learn about the life of the famous driver.

Chronicles the life of the eighteenth-century King who lost the Revolutionary War.

Recounts the life of the colonial statesman, merchant, and patriot who became prominent during the American Revolution.

A biography of the stand-up comedian and actor, discussing his sexual abuse as a child, his subsequent battle with depression, and his work in clubs, on television, and in films.

Readers will be captivated by the remarkable accomplishments and riveting personalities featured in these biographical on the United States'' greatest presidents Concise writing, illustrated presidential time lines and detailed sidebars tell the inside story of the men who shaped our great nation. An informative, illustrated appendix summarizes both the office of the presidency and the individual president''s life, highlighting many interesting facts certain to fascinate readers. Though he initially focused his attention on domestic policy, Wilson eventually recognized the need for the United States to become involved in World War I.

"Provides facts on the top ten reptiles and amphibians for kids and how to care for them"--Provided by publisher.

Young readers will learn the story of James Madison, from his early childhood years to his becoming one of the most important Presidents in US history.

Presents the life, career, and accomplishments of the eleventh president of the United States.

Addressing three problems in the field of leadership studies - fragmentation across disciplines; emphasis on individual leaders in titled positions; failure to identify a coherent set of actions for performing leadership - this study develops a framework of core communicative leadership practices. It is premised on a philosophical analysis of leadership as a social strategy for securing action in service of interests claimed by or for a community - an action performed intentionally via symbolic behavior accessible to any and all members of a community. This definition serves as a heuristic for the development of a systematic theory of leadership practice. The primary guiding question is: How do we participate in leadership? Eight core practices that are fundamental to initiating and participating in leadership are identified and analyzed. The core practices include: reporting and inquiring - to build dialogue and facilitation; directing and pledging - to build commitment and obligation; envisioning and advocating - to inspire and motivate; and declaring and constituting - to create or change social reality. Practices are derived from four functional categories abstracted from the leadership literature, analyzed pragmatically using speech act theory, integrated with multi-disciplinary research, including communication, rhetoric, social psychology, and philosophy, and illustrated through practice-based scenarios. Ultimately, a thoroughly analyzed theory of leadership practice - grounded solidly in the field and integrated with scholarship from other disciplines - is provided with a set of implications and suggestions for the practice, development, and empirical study of leadership.

"Surveys the history, geography, economy, and people of Hawaii"--Provided by publisher.

Carolyn Gaines is an inspiration to others who are going through different trials and tribulations in their lives. Our Heavenly Father has surely blessed her in a spiritual sense with her poetry, songwriting, singing, and her becoming an author. Carolyn shares her gifts with others by helping out wherever she can, writing for nonprofit organizations and letting them use her poetry as a gift to raise funds to help others. In spite of her health troubles, she really tries very hard to live a normal life and do as the Lord would have her to. Sister Gaines shares her knowledge and wisdom to help others and to discuss her own personal aspects in life so that others can see and feel the blessings that God can bestow upon a person of obedience and following his will. Singing in her church choir and going to other churches or events is one of her favorite settings. Carolyn feels that expressions mean a lot into today''s society. Being able to express her poetry emotionally, spiritually, and physically is certainly an asset to her work. Carolyn''s hopes and dreams include being able to write and touch hearts as much as possible. It is her deepest hope that her work will help the saved as well as the unsaved to have a closer walk with Jesus while the blood is still running in their veins. Also, she truly does intend to publish more and more to do God''s will as he sees fit.

From Indianapolis to Daytona, classic racetracks produce great finishes. Some are too close to call, like the tightest NASCAR finishes in history. Others, like the vehicle that went faster than the speed of sound, are too quick to see.

Women Explorers chronicles the lives of six intrepid women whose hunger for adventure and knowledge compelled them on paths of discovery around the world. Their discoveries not only brought stores of information on topics ranging from ancient dinosaur fossils to life in Tibet, but also challenged the established roles of women in their fields.

Surveys the history, geography, government, and economy of North Carolina as well as the diverse ways of life of its people.

Joanne Kathleen Rowling (a.k.a. J. K. Rowling) had always wanted to be a writer. In fact, she never knew what else she wanted to do with her life. She wandered from job to job before she thought up Harry Potter and the Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry. She was ecstatic when Bloomsbury Press offered to publish her book for a few thousand dollars. But the success of the book, Harry Potter and the Sorcerer''s Stone, took everyone by surprise. Since then she has gone on to publish six more books in the series and they have all been made into major motion pictures. Faced with almost overnight fame and fortune, Jo (as she likes to be called ) still stays grounded. She readily admits that the most important thing to her is spending time with her husband and raising their children. Interest Level: Grades 4-8 Reading Level: Grades 4-5 32 Pages 6" X 9" Full-color laminated covers Side-sewn, reinforced library binding Full-color photos throughout Chronology Further reading Works consulted Discography or Filmography as applicable.

Follows the life of Sue Hendrickson, who discovered the world''s largest and most complete Tyrannosaurus rex fossil in the Badlands of Montana in 1990.

An easy-to-use source of quick and reliable information, It''s My State helps young readers identify what is common to and unique about individual states across America. Of special interest is the liberal use of the real words of actual state residents -- both famous and ordinary, historical and contemporary. Fully illustrated with captioned photographs and easy-to-read icons, each book in the series provides a broad overview of the state in question, from a concise geography and detailed history to a discussion of its government and economy. Also provided are abundant key facts, figures, people and dates; information about plants and animals as well as products and resources; a calendar of events; an historical timeline; and much more.Beginning with California, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New York and Texas, It''s My State will prove invaluable to young researchers writing their first state reports.

Features the early childhood, education, careers, and accomplishments of Vicente Fox the president of Mexico.

Traces the life and accomplishments of Mexican American labor leader Cesar Chavez, who founded the United Farm Workers union to promote better wages and working conditions for migrants and other farm workers.

Provides a brief introduction to Orville and Wilbur Wright''s efforts to build a plane that would fly.

America''s fastest-growing ethnic minority has increased every year since 2000, yet quality materials chronicling Hispanic culture are often lacking in today''s curriculum. Like our renowned Journey to Freedom series, A Proud Heritage is a bold, intelligent initiative that brings the history and culture of Hispanic peoples to life. Students will gain a deep appreciation for Spanish-speaking peoples and nations and their many contributions to the world we know today.

Fulfills science and social studies standards on the history of technology.

Profiles the young Englishman who is credited with transforming the Internet, which had its origins in a defensive weapon plan, into the global information and communications system called the World Wide Web.

Examines the cultural movement that historians today refer to as the Harlem Renaissance. Out of this era emerged such well-known voices as Alain Locke, Langston Hughes, Zora Neale Hurston, Marcus Garvey, W.E.B. Dubois, and Duke Ellington among others.

Examines the life and adventures of conquistador Hernando de Soto, from his early exploits as a foot soldier to his fame as a brave, wealthy explorer.