Detective Dwayne Drake And The Case Of The Mathematical Misfit

Detective Detective Dwayne Drake and The Case of the Mathematical Misfit, like its predecessor Detective Dwayne Drake and The Case of The Alphabet Thief, is educational but even more importantly it is fun to read. This book teachers simple one through ten addition and basic numeracy for preschoolers and kindergartners. Children will enjoy searching for clues and solving the mystery while learning number names and count sequence. This is a great book and teaching tool for both parents and the early elementary teacher looking to support the common core standards.

Detective Dwayne Drake and The Case of The Alphabet Thief is the first book in an educational series featuring Detective Drake. This is no A is for apple, B is for box book. This unique alphabet tale takes young readers on an entertaining ride through the alphabet. Parents and educators will enjoy reading and solving the mystery with their young learners as they point out the highlighted repetition of each letter as the story unfolds. Detective Dwayne Drake and The Case of The Alphabet Thief is a great way to supplement learning at home and in the classroom. Jonathan Royce is an individual with many talents. He has worked professionally as a model, writer and commercial actor. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a BA in English. His first professional writing gig came as a part time sports reporter for a paper covering the local high school varsity sports scene. Undeterred by the need to provide for his young family, Jonathan continued to write recreationally while bar tending and waiting in local establishments. Detective Dwayne Drake and the Case of the Alphabet Thief is his first children's book. He hopes to continue his Detective Dwayne Drake series with the upcoming Case of the Mathematical Misfit. Working as an after school program leader, coaching occasionally, substitute teaching and mentoring as a day camp counselor were the part time jobs that lead Jonathan to the realization he should be an Educator. While back in school obtaining his teaching certification Jonathan began writing his first children's book. Along with dealing with ADD and Dyslexia as a student and getting and knowing the importance of literacy in his own education, Jonathan credits his lovely wife and children for inspiring him to introduce a multicultural protagonist for early readers, Detective Dwayne Drake. In his first caper, "Detective Dwayne Drake and The Case of The Alphabet Thief" (2012), Jonathan Royce engages the youngest of readers in a quest to help Detective Dwayne succeed in his investigative drive for alphabetical discovery. Due to the overwhelming support of his fans, junior sleuths are thrilled to know that Detective Dwayne Drake plans a return in late 2013. Detective Dwayne Drake asks his youngest admirers to put on their arithmetic hats and help him solve his next challenge, "The Case of the Mathematical Misfit"!

The book includes six chapters that cover Virginia history from initial settlement through the 20th century plus one that deals with the important role of underwater archaeology. Written by prominent archaeologists with research experience in their respective topic areas, the chapters consider important issues of Virginia history and consider how the discipline of historic archaeology has addressed them and needs to address them . Changes in research strategy over time are discussed , and recommendations are made concerning the need to recognize the diverse and often differing roles and impacts that characterized the different regions of Virginia over the course of its historic past. Significant issues in Virginia history needing greater study are identified.

Superman, Batman, and the other members of the JLA join forces with Captain America, Iron Man, and the many other Avengers to fight a threat so immense it threatens two entire dimensions. Features introductions by Stan Lee and Julie Schwartz as well as a cover gallery by George Pérez and Tom Smith.

Involved for over thirty years in the politics of Iraq, Ali A. Allawi was a long-time opposition leader against the Baathist regime. In the post-Saddam years he has held important government positions and participated in crucial national decisions and events. In this book, the former Minister of Defense and Finance draws on his unique personal experience, extensive relationships with members of the main political groups and parties in Iraq, and deep understanding of the history and society of his country to answer the baffling questions that persist about its current crises. What really led the United States to invade Iraq, and why have events failed to unfold as planned? The Occupation of Iraq examines what the United States did and didn't know at the time of the invasion, the reasons for the confused and contradictory policies that were enacted, and the emergence of the Iraqi political class during the difficult transition process. The book tracks the growth of the insurgency and illuminates the complex relationships among Sunnis, Shias, and Kurds. Bringing the discussion forward to the reconfiguration of political forces in 2006, Allawi provides in these pages the clearest view to date of the modern history of Iraq and the invasion that changed its course in unpredicted ways.

Quick read for principals short on time and overwhelmed with meetings. 36 simple foundational ideas and strategies you can implement immediately in your leadership practice.

Includes full descriptions of all Donald Duck, Mickey Mouse, Pluto, and Goofy cartoons; the story of Mickey's birth; the Disney Channel Premiere films and Disney television shows; the Disney parks; Disney Academy Awards and Emmy Awards; the Mouseketeers throughout the years; and details of Disney company personnel and primary actors.

Doug's shoe has sprung a leak, so he's forced to go buy a new pair. His shoes are definitely out of style--so how will he decide on what kind? He finally realizes he should always be true to himself.