Most Popular Books by Tim Collins

Life gets complicated in an inter-species way when teenage vampire Nigel discovers there''s more to his girlfriend than meets the eye. Ages 12+.

The no-sweat approach to self-care from nature''s expert: the sloth. Celebrating the art of slow, Live More Sloth is a collection of sloth wisdom that reminds us all to hang in there and smile, no matter what life throws at you.

"Workplace Plus," an innovative four-level standards-based English course, readies adults for self-sufficiency in the three principal areas of their lives: the workplace, the community, and the home. "Workplace Plus" integrates the CASAS life skill competencies and SCANS Competencies and Foundation Skills with a complete language syllabus and relevant and practical social language. "Workplace Plus 1," by Joan Saslow and Tim Collins, is written for beginning learners. It rapidly enables them to: understand spoken and written general employment-related language. communicate in their own words outside of an English class. understand the culture and behavioral expectations of their new environment and workplace. "Workplace Plus" is correlated to the following national standards: SCANS Competencies and Foundation Skills, CASAS Life Skill Competencies, and EFF Content Standards. All correlations are downloadable from the "Workplace Plus" companion website.

Helps students learn to access the information and resources they need to become effective workers, community members, and parents. This title develops communication, decision-making, interpersonal, and lifelong learning skills through interesting readings and practical application of knowledge.

Part two of a four level standards-based course that readies students of English as a second language for self-sufficiency in the three principal areas of their lives: community, home and workplace.

What you need to know to ace the TOEFL exam McGraw-Hill''s TOEFL will help you reach the exam score you want. Inside you will find a full-scale test-prep program that combines book, interactive CD-ROM, and online audio to give you the most complete TOEFL instruction and practice available anywhere. Includes: 5 full-length practice tests, fully explained exercises, additional practice questions, and TOEFL-specific vocabulary features to accompany every lesson A PC- and Mac-compatible CD that features all 5 practice tests in interactive format, like the real exam, audio portions for all additional listening exercises, plus model speaking responses and record-and-playback function for student speaking responses Audio tracks for all listening questions in the book

Connor wakes up to find that everyone has disappeared. He wanders around town, but can''t find a trace of anyone. He seems to be completely alone. But then he discovers a sign that there might be another survivor after all. Someone who can help him work out what has happened.

The Baldies'' Survival Guide is a welcome call to arms for anyone who has suffered ridicule for their combover or started to think of Danny DeVito as a role model. This book will help you say no to Rogaine and hello to being a Shiny Happy Person. Remember, say it loud: ''I''m bald and proud!''

Bring the world of English language learning to life through breathtaking images and fascinating facts which interest and stimulate students. Teach them about the world they live in, its people, its customs and its wonders. World Wonders is an exciting four-level course that incorporates stunning National geographic photography and non-fiction reading texts inspired by national geographic content. National Geographic material is also included on the DVD that is available for each level. The course has been specially written to capture the attention of young learners in beginner to pre-intermediate classes.

This account of heroic failure has all the ingredients of a great adventure tale. The Atlantic Steam Navigation Company, the Galway Line, had a colorful history as one of the most unfortunate shipping lines ever registered. Launched in 1858, it suffe

Time Zones is a motivating new four-skills series for teenagers, with a strong international focus. It combines a communicative approach to learning English with stunning National Geographic images, video, and content. The series features educational content covering four exciting areas: people and places, the natural world, history and culture, and science and education. With Time Zones, learners will:·EXPLORE amazing places and fascinating cultures with National Geographic and our team of young global reporters·DISCOVER the exciting worlds of science and technology, nature, history, geography, and popular culture·LEARN how to use English to communicate effectively in the real world, by developing both language and critical thinking skills

Sherlock Holmos et le Dr Catson sont dans un train à destination de Paris lorsqu''un autre passager, un célèbre magicien, disparaît au milieu de la nuit. Catson est convaincue qu’il s’agit d’une trahison... mais aucun des autres passagers ne semblent savoir quelque chose sur le magicien. Était-il réellement dans le train ? Et se pourrait-il que sa disparition soit liée à un complot diabolique visant à voler le tableau le plus célèbre, le Mona Lémurien ? Rejoins les deux fidèles enquêteurs à Paris et résous le mystère avant qu’il ne soit trop tard.

Dalle istruzioni per personalizzare il vostro profilo ai consigli per scegliere il meglio di Twitter in un microlibro geniale e irriverente.

In Leef meer als een luiaard van Tim Collins en Luka Va deelt de luiaard zijn geheimen voor een gelukkiger leven. Er valt veel te zeggen over het belang van rustig aan doen, maar dat hoef je hem niet te vertellen. Hij is expert in het vinden van zijn chill modus. Leer hoe je kunt vertragen, in het nu kunt zijn en vergeet de onbelangrijke dingen terwijl je het pad van de luiaard naar ultieme ontspanning volgt. De luiaard leert ons om lekker te blijven hangen en te glimlachen, ongeacht wat er op ons pad komt.

Les joyaux de la couronne ont disparu ? Voilà une affaire à la hauteur du célèbre détective canin Sherlock Holmos et de sa fidèle acolyte Dr Catson ! Mais avec plusieurs suspects et une piste qui tourne en rond, pourront-ils attraper le coupable à temps ? Plus de 30 jeux à résoudre (labyrinthes, etc.) pour élucider le mystère !

Quand un couple de chiens aperçoit une silhouette fantomatique hanter son château dans les montagnes de Catpathian, ils appellent aussitôt Sherlock et Catson à la rescousse. Sherlock est convaincu que les fantômes n’existent pas... mais il est incapable d’expliquer les sons effrayants et étranges qui résonnent la nuit dans ce château en ruine. Soudainement, Sherlock est rappelé à Londres, laissant son acolyte Catson résoudre l’affaire toute seule. Catson pourra-t-elle démasquer le fantôme et s’échapper du château hanté ?

Zum Totlachen komisch! Der 12-jährige Dummikus will unbedingt ein berühmter römischer Held werden, so wie sein großer Bruder. Leider ist er ein wenig ungeschickt, körperlich nicht der Kräftigste und auch nicht der Allerhellste. Dazu kommt, dass sein Vater ihm nie zuhört, seine Freunde ihn ständig piesacken und seine Mutter sich mehr für ihre heiligen Hühner als für ihn interessiert. Aber Dummikus weiß, ganz tief in ihm steckt ein wahrer Held der für Großes bestimmt ist. Und tatsächlich gelingt es ihm Julius Cäsar vor einem Attentat zu bewahren. Zwar mehr aus Versehen, aber was solls... Ein Held ist er trotzdem. Irgendwie... Mit vielen lustigen Illustrationen!

Der Weg des Faultiers Wer sehnt sich in der Hektik unseres Alltags nicht ab und zu nach Entschleunigung? Wie man das anstellt, weiß niemand besser als Faultiere. Sie schlafen bis zu zwanzig Stunden pro Tag – und tun den Rest der Zeit einfach nichts. Das schont die Nerven und zaubert ihnen ein entspanntes Dauerlächeln ins Gesicht. Die Chill-out-Experten regen uns dazu an, es ihnen gleichzutun: die Dinge locker zu nehmen, einen Gang runterzuschalten, die Alltagssorgen zu vergessen und öfter mal die Seele baumeln zu lassen. Dieses humorvolle Geschenkbuch enthält eine Fülle praktischer Tipps für ein entschleunigtes Leben – der beste Weg zu mehr Glück und Lebensfreude nach Faultier-Art.

Ik ben Nurdius Maximus, en op een dag zal ik vast en zeker de grootste held uit de Romeinse geschiedenis zijn. Maar op dit moment ben ik ontvoerd door barbaren uit Belgica. Ze hebben me meegenomen naar hun modderige dorp waar het altijd regent, en eisen losgeld van mijn pa. Of ik Rome ooit terug zal zien, hangt er dus van af of pa zin heeft om zijn portemonnee te trekken... En geld uitgeven is zo ongeveer zijn minst favoriete bezigheid. Misschien moet ik zelf proberen te ontsnappen. Maar dat is best lastig als je eigenlijk niet zo''n stoere krijger bent als je iedereen hebt laten denken...

Sherlock Holmos, le plus grand détective canin du monde, et sa fidèle acolyte, le Dr Catson, prennent des vacances bien méritées en Égypte quand ils découvrent qu’un précieux masque a été volé – et ce sont eux suspects ! Holmos et Catson pourront-ils s’échapper des pyramides et attraper le vrai voleur à temps ? Plus de 25 jeux à résoudre (labyrinthes, etc.) pour élucider le mystère !

Naučte se, jak o sebe bez námahy pečovat pomocí tipů od nejpověřenějších expertů na relaxaci: lenochodů. Nechte se vést nejodpočinutějším živočichem na světě a změňte svůj život k nepoznání. Je toho spoustu, co bychom se o volnějším tempu mohli učit. A kdo by byl lepším lektorem než lenochodi – kovaní zastánci pomalého životního stylu. Naučte se, jak zvolnit, soustředit se na současnost a neřešit zbytečnosti, které vám brání v cestě za relaxací.

Chi non ride interista è! In una nuovissima edizione, le barzellette, gli striscioni, le gaffe più esilaranti sulla compagine rossonera. Il Milan è la squadra di calcio più titolata del mondo. Ma nessuno è perfetto (si sa!), perciò anche lo squadrone rossonero, che spesso vince, può di tanto in tanto perdere. Come sempre, l''importante è saperci ridere sopra. E i milanisti non mancano, per fortuna, di senso dell''umorismo. Dalle "mani nei capelli" di Galliani, a Berlusconi che vorrebbe in squadra "la sorella di Figo", da "Arcore" a "Hardcore"... Barzellette da bar, striscioni fra le tifoserie delle altre squadre, frasi di (anti)milanisti celebri per ridere sulle proprie ossessioni sportive.

Landare gizajaleen izugarrizko oihana zabaldu da Enbor Ustel eskolako kirol zelaian barrena. Hori dela eta, Enbor Usteleko ikasleek Udaberri Loreen eskolan ospatu behar dute beren kirol eguna. Enbor Usteleko munstroak eta Udaberri Loreetako neskak buruz buru: nork irabaziko ote du?

Suki ha 14 anni e vive nel Giappone del XVI secolo. Il suo sogno è diventare una samurai, come suo padre e suo fratello. Nonostante il suo disastroso addestramento, quando un gruppo di banditi minaccia il villaggio, Suki si trova costretta a combattere, visto che tutti gli uomini sono in guerra. Riuscirà a farsi valere e a diventare una leggendaria samurai o finirà tutto in un disastro? Un esilarante diario con spunti divulgativi per vivere in prima persona le avventure di Suki!

Halfdan è un ragazzo di 14 anni nella Danimarca del 1000 d.C. Suo padre vuole che rimanga a casa e che impari a intagliare strumenti di legno, ma Halfdan è determinato a diventare un coraggioso e forte vichingo e a saccheggiare con i suoi compari i villaggi inglesi. Sfortunatamente, la loro incursione finisce in un disastro. Halfdan e la sua amica Astrid si ritrovano a intraprendere un inaspettato e pericoloso viaggio con il famoso esploratore vichingo Leif Erikson alla volta di una strana e nuova terra... Un esilarante diario con spunti divulgativi per vivere in prima persona le avventure di Halfdan!

Esilaranti diari per vivere in prima persona le sfortunate avventure dei personaggi della storia. Ahmed è un ragazzo che vive nei pressi della Valle dei Re, in Egitto, nel 1922. Sebbene sia felice del suo lavoro di assistente fotografo, vorrebbe trovare qualche soggetto più interessante dei ricchi turisti di fronte al tempio di Luxor. Quando gli capita l''occasione di fotografare uno scavo per l''archeologo Howard Carter, non vede l''ora di assistere all''evento e di scoprire una tomba segreta...

Jacques Villeneuve has recently taken the world of motor racing by storm, and is now widely regarded as one of the best racing drivers in the world; not surprising, perhaps, for the only son of racing giant Gilles Villeneuve.

"I remember waking up one day on a solo motorcycle adventure. My first conscious sensation of the day was the cool air on my face, and the sound of a bird singing joyfully, just outside my tent. The warm light of the sun had already begun to fill my tent as it mixed with the cool, crisp morning air." - Tim CollinsMotorcycles and camping go hand in hand. This comprehensive, practical guide-perfect for novice and pro motorcycle campers alike-outlines all you need to know to prepare for, survive, and enjoy the great outdoors on your motorcycle. The Fundamentals of Motorcycle Camping covers how to make wise riding and camping gear choices to meticulously assemble your perfect motorcycle camping setup, avoid common pitfalls while planning your trip, master all the logistics, and implement wilderness survival tactics to deal with potential hazards in the wild.-Route planning and finding campsites-Intricacies of riding and camping gear-Techniques for loading gear safely on your bike-Food storage, filtering water, and cooking at camp-Weather issues: Thunderstorms, rain, wind, and extreme temperatures-Dangerous plants and animals in the wild-Equipment storage and care to extend the life of your gear-Getting the most enjoyment out of your motorcycle camping ?Tim Collins is an experienced motorcycle camper with a passion for venturing off on his motorcycle towards the horizon to sleep out under the stars. His desire to share the many benefits of this immersive, budget-friendly, adventurous and rewarding hobby has motivated him to assist others to find their bliss on the road.

Qu''est-ce que ça peut bien faire d''avoir 15 ans pour l''éternité ? L''éternité, c''est long, surtout quand il faut supporter une petite sœur trop pénible, de l''acné qui ne s''en ira jamais et cette insoutenable maladresse avec les filles. Découvrez la vraie histoire de Nigel, le vampire ado, dont la non-vie va être bouleversée par Chloé, une humaine si belle qu''on se laisserait volontiers donner...