Shumaker, Heather
Summary: When Paul Welch came to Traverse City in 1958, he assembled a cast of artists, teachers and art lovers. Their hub was the Northwestern Michigan College campus. Collectively, they cast a small rural community to the forefront of the visual arts in Michigan. Nearly 60 years later, as the arts thrive in multiple mediums, their legacy still casts a beacon of inspiration. This book is their story.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Northwestern Michigan College 0000
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 977.464 SHU1 available in Nelson Room, Call number: R NEL 977.464 Shumaker
Allman, Ricky
Summary: Since the earliest days of human society, we have been painters. Lining ancient cave walls, the oldest known paintings in the world date back over 50,000 years. Despite the fact that painting is such an integral part of human civilization, many people feel intimidated by the medium. Like drawing, creative writing, or musical performance, the ability to paint is a skill that can be learned and...
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2018
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 751 AllCall number: DVD 751 All
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 751 HOWCall number: DVD 751 HOW
Grylls, Bear
Summary: "Find out how to prepare for any adventure, learn essential first aid skills, discover some fun and handy signaling techniques, and try your hand at tracking. Includes step-by-step instructions and tips from Bear" -- Page [4] cover.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Kane Miller, a Division of EDC Publishing 2019
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1 available in Juvenile Nonfiction, Call number: J 613.69 GRYHancock, Laura
Summary: "Sex Ed for the Stroller Set gives parents practical tools to proactively teach young children about sexuality and the confidence to use these tools. When adults bring intention and thoughtfulness to providing sexual health education to their young children, they can establish healthy attitudes toward sexuality and prepare their children and themselves for sexual topics that will arise in later...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: American Psychological Association 2023
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 649.65 HANMcCabe, Jessica
Summary: "The creator of the YouTube channel How to ADHD shares the insights and strategies that help her thrive in this accessible and shame-free guide to working with, understanding, and celebrating the ADHD brain"--
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Publisher / Publication Date: Rodale 2024
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Encourages the development of number concepts, from basic counting to multiplication and division, through manipulation of cubes of 10 different colors, which can be snapped together.
Format: three dimensional object
Publisher / Publication Date: Didax, Inc. 2010
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1 available in Juvenile Cares Kits, Call number: CARES KIT 14Vishton, Peter M.
Summary: This course taught by renowned psychology professor and child development expert explores some scientifically proved techniques for raising healthy, happy, and intelligent children, includes topics such as the link between sleep and cognitive development, ways to help your child with homework, and how to encourage pro-social behavior.
Format: moving image
Publisher / Publication Date: 2014
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2 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 649.1 SCICall number: DVD 649.1 SCI
Summary: Stack the colored beads on five hardwood dowels to match the pattern cards. There are ten patterns that increase in difficulty to build matching, sequencing, and fine motor skills.
Format: three dimensional object
Publisher / Publication Date: Melissa & Doug 2003
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1 available in Juvenile Cares Kits, Call number: CARES KIT 38Clarke, Jean Illsley.
Contents: 1. Families come in different sizes, and any one of them is the place to build positive self-esteem -- 2. Happiness is having a baby, and other cherished notions -- 3. I love you no matter what you do, but do you have to do so much of it? -- 4. I'm glad you're growing up, but do you have to say no so often? -- 5. Who do we catch them being? : who do we tell them they are? -- 6. Rules and tools...
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Publisher / Publication Date: Hazelden 1998
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 649.1 CLAO'Reilly, Court
Summary: "Learn to burn! Woodburning, also known as pyrography, is a craft on the rise and now you can learn how to get started with the expert advice in this book from the renowned wood artist, Court O'Reilly. The book starts with an introduction to the necessary tools and supplies. You'll learn how to pick the wood burner that is right for you and how to safely use it. You'll start simply by learning...
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Stash Books 2022
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1 available in New Non-fiction, Call number: 745.51 O'RESummary: Engaging, fun and effective, these challenge cards provide a hands-on approach to STEM instruction. Features activities that can be performed independently, in small groups, or as a whole-class activity.
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Publisher / Publication Date: Carson-Dellosa Publishing Group 2018
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1 available in STEM Kits, Call number: J STEM KIT 26Taylor, Jim
Summary: In this book, Dr. Jim Taylor-an internationally recognized authority on sport psychology, child development, and parenting-offers a guiding hand to help parents ensure their children's sports participation fosters nurturing experiences, encourages positive attitudes, and promotes healthy developments as they move toward adulthood.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Rowman & Littlefield 2018
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1 available in Juvenile Parent-Teacher Collection, Call number: JPT 796.083 TAYSummary: "The goal of the Nature & Environment Module is to ignite kids' curiosity to explore the connectedness of the natural world around them. Topics in this module include cause and effect, biology, plants, weather, geology, wildlife. STEAM Academy offers an interdisciplinary approach that weaves together the science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills learned in the classroom and...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Findaway World, LLC 2022
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: Shown as either an introduction or a refresher, this practical video uses simple explanations and demonstrations to illustrate the basics of baby care: lifting and holding, diapering, feeding, bathing, and administering essential medical care. In addition, breastfeeding and bottle-feeding are addressed. Ideal for new parents and childcare providers alike! Correlates to all applicable National...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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O'Sullivan, John
Summary: Drawn from the author's experience as a coach and athlete, offers seven principles for parents to help their children become happy, high-performing athletes in competitive youth sports.
Format: text
Publisher / Publication Date: Morgan James Publishing 2014
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1 available in Adult Non-fiction, Call number: 796.083 OSUSummary: This program presents an overview of basic parenting skills in a dramatic format. The story involves several young people experiencing the frustrations of parenting. Discipline is presented as a system for reinforcing positive behavior. Practical techniques for dealing with tantrums and other undesirable behavior are included. The importance of a relationship of love and respect between parent...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2006
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Summary: As babies learn more and more about their surroundings, they naturally begin to develop their abilities. How should a parent or childcare provider facilitate that process? This informative video discusses approaches to nurturing babies: how to calm them, so they are receptive to new experiences; how to interact with them through play; and how to create a danger-free environment for them to...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2010
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Summary: Turtle-shaped pieces can be used to build simple to complex polyhedra by repeating the same connections. Activity book features more than 50 puzzles to encourage exploration of the world of geometry, design, and construction.
Format: three dimensional object
Publisher / Publication Date: Fat Brain Toy Co. 2010
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Place a hold to request this item.Summary: "The goal of the Engineering & Design Module is to teach kids to recognize challenges, turn them into opportunities, and identify scalable solutions to solve them. Topics in this module include puzzles, invention, construction, machines, architecture, curiosity. STEAM Academy offers an interdisciplinary approach that weaves together the science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Playaway Products, LLC 2023
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1 available in JPT Launchpad, Call number: J LAUNCHPAD ENGSummary: All new parents face sleep-related issues, some mild, some extreme. This program profiles two families suffering from sleep deprivation and in great need of help as they establish bedtime routines. The parents of 11-month-old Lewis let him sleep in their bed, where he breastfeeds throughout the night-exhausting his mom and dad and preventing intimacy between them. Nineteen-month-old Yasmine...
Format: software, multimedia
Publisher / Publication Date: Films Media Group 2009