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  Journey without End - Migration...

  Rob Curran, Andrew Nelson

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  Journey without End chronicles the years-long journey of "extracontinentales"—African and South Asian migrants moving through Latin America, toward the United States. Based on five years of collaborative research between a journalist and an anthropologist, this book makes a narrative-driven critique of how state-level immigration policy fails extracontinental migrants. 
   
   
   
  The book begins with Kidane, an Eritrean migrant who has left his pregnant wife behind to make the four-year trip to North America; it then picks up the natural disaster–riddled voyage of Roshan and Kamala Dhakal from Nepal, to Ecuador; and it continues to the trials of Cameroonian exile Jane Mtebe, who becomes trapped in a bizarre beachside resort town on the edge of the Darién Gap—the gateway from South to Central America. 
   
   
   
  This book follows these migrants as their fitful voyages put them in a semi-permanent state of legal and existential liminality. Mercurial policy creates profit opportunities that transform migration bottlenecks—Quito's tourist district, a Colombian beachside resort, Panama's Darién Gap, and a Mexican border town—into spontaneous migration-oriented spaces rife with racial, gender, and class exploitation. Throughout this struggle, migrant solidarity allows for occasional glimpses of subaltern cosmopolitanism and the possibility of mobile futures.

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  Descartes John Locke Rousseau...

  Days of History

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  Are you curious about the Enlightenment thinkers and their groundbreaking ideas? 
  Do you want a comprehensive understanding of the philosophical, economic, and social transformations that took place in the 17th and 18th centuries? 
  Then, you need to get your hands on this book! 
  Inside, you'll find:A thorough exploration of the lives and ideas of six of the most influential thinkers of the Enlightenment: Descartes, John Locke, Rousseau, Kant, Voltaire, and Adam SmithAn in-depth analysis of the impact of their ideas on the development of modern Western thought and society as a wholeA critical assessment of the limitations and shortcomings of their ideas, as well as their contributions to the advancement of knowledgeA compelling narrative that brings to life the intellectual and cultural context in which these great thinkers lived and worked 
  This book is not just for scholars of philosophy or history; it is for anyone who wants to understand the ideas that have shaped our world. 
  So if you're ready to dive deep into the intellectual roots of modern Western thought and come away with a comprehensive understanding of the Enlightenment thinkers, get your copy today!

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  Steel Drivin' Man: John Henry...

  Scott Reynolds Nelson

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  The ballad "John Henry" is the most recorded folk song in American history and John Henry--the mighty railroad man who could blast through rock faster than a steam drill--is a towering figure in our culture. 
  In Steel Drivin' Man, Scott Reynolds Nelson recounts the true story of the man behind the iconic American hero, telling the poignant tale of a young Virginia convict who died working on one of the most dangerous enterprises of the time, the first rail route through the Appalachian Mountains. Using census data, penitentiary reports, and railroad company reports, Nelson reveals how John Henry, victimized by Virginia's notorious Black Codes, was shipped to the infamous Richmond Penitentiary to become prisoner number 497, and was forced to labor on the mile-long Lewis Tunnel for the C&O railroad. Equally important, Nelson masterfully captures the life of the ballad of John Henry, tracing the song's evolution from the first printed score by blues legend W. C. Handy, to Carl Sandburg's use of the ballad to become the first "folk singer," to the upbeat version by Tennessee Ernie Ford. 
  Attractively illustrated with numerous images, Steel Drivin' Man offers a marvelous portrait of a beloved folk song--and a true American legend.

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  ADHD Raising An Explosive Child...

  Jessica Gray

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  Are you struggling with your child's ADHD? Are you worried that they will be marginalised or laughed at, at school or with friends, because of their special needs? Do you feel lost when it comes to your child’s ADHD and its related issues and concerns? 
    
    
  Yes, it’s true; all children lose focus and can be hyperactive, especially when they are anxious or excited. 
    
  But when a child is constantly overwhelmed by emotions, memory lapses and inattention in differing contexts, this can undermine both self-esteem and social life. 
   Parents have to do something. 
    
  For parents, it is difficult to accept that their child has been diagnosed with ADHD. They see their child as naturally curious, full of life and intelligent. 
    
  Parenting a child with ADHD brings both joys and challenges. I recommend that you read this book if you recognise these behaviours in your child. 
    
  But let me tell you this: 
  Being an unprepared parent will only make the situation worse. Unnecessary guilt, inevitable frustration and misunderstanding will only make your child feel stupid and a failure. 
  This is absolutely NOT TRUE, and it doesn't have to be this way. 
    
  But do not worry! 
  Children with ADHD can lead perfectly normal lives as long as their parents know how to address their needs early and can thrive with them. 
   Listen to this audiobook now will help you to understand how your baby's brain works. It will be greatly rewarding to see your child improve with friends, at home, at school and in every area of life.The best gift you can give him to guarantee him a prosperous and peaceful life!

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  Critical AI in K-12 Classrooms -...

  Marie K. Heath, Stephanie Smith...

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  Artificial intelligence is rapidly integrating into today's classrooms, but unlike other new technologies, AI has the potential to harm, making it difficult to take advantage of its benefits. In Critical AI in K–12 Classrooms, Stephanie Smith Budhai and Marie K. Heath draw attention to the biases embedded within AI algorithms, such as those powering OpenAI's ChatGPT and DALL-E, to guide students and teachers in developing strategies to best incorporate AI—or not—into equitable learning. 
  AI's reliance on existing data and knowledge systems means Black, queer, those with disabilities, and other marginalized students are at greater risk of being harmed by built-in limitations and bias. Budhai and Heath show how to circumvent if not actively resist such harms as machine learning, NLPs, LLMS, and GenAI enter the classroom. Their practical guide creatively answers the concerns of educators committed to forward-thinking yet fair instruction and the needs of students eager to use AI for just ends. 
  Critical AI in K–12 Classrooms meets the challenges of a key STEM technology with an eye toward cultivating a more just world. Balancing responsible learning with the joy of discovery, Budhai and Heath build a framework for AI instruction that all educators can confidently use.

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  Louisiana Purchase The: A...

  Captivating History

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  The history of the Louisiana Purchase: The greatest land deal in history! 
  Do you know the WHOLE story about the Louisiana Purchase? From the first Europeans and Native Americans to its purchase from France and first explorations? Some people thought it cost too much and was too much land, while others saw it as the future of the United States. Who was right? Did France even have the right to sell the Louisiana Territory to the US? How did the Louisiana Territory go from being a vast wilderness to the central states? How did things end up the way they are today?  
  In this audiobook, you will learn about the following:Louisiana Territory under Spanish rule, French rule, and then as part of the United StatesThe reason the Louisiana Purchase happenedGreat explorers like Meriwether Lewis, William Clark, and Zebulon PikeGreat leaders like Napoleon, Thomas Jefferson, and William C.C. ClaiborneThe conspiracy of a former vice president to conquer LouisianaThe top-ranking general who was also a spyThe real story behind SacagaweaHow Louisiana and Missouri became states and why it was so controversialHow the Louisiana Purchase played a role in the Trail of Tears and the Civil WarHow an enslaved person became an important explorer of the American West 
  Scroll up and click the “add to cart” button to learn more about the Louisiana Purchase!

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