This bestseller is newly revised with updated statistics, new activities and completely new material on food security, energy and health. By shrinking the planet down to a village of just 100 people, children will discover how to grow up global and establish their own place in the world village.
America, with all its diversity, is not easily defined. David J. Smith's If America Were a Village takes a snapshot - past, present and future - to help define America for children. Using the same successful metaphor of the international bestseller If the World Were a Village, the book shrinks down America to a village of 100. The metaphor helps children easily understand American ethnic origins, religions, family profiles, occupations, wealth, belongings and more. Shelagh Armstrong's expansive illustrations imagine America as a classic, vibrant small town. Who are the people living in this vast and varied nation? Where did they come from? What are they like today? How do they compare with people in other countries? The book's simple statistical analysis provides a new way of learning about where people live in America, the state of their health, the shapes and sizes of families, what they use and more - forming a concise picture of a country. If America Were a Village is part of CitizenKid: A collection of books that inform children about the world and inspire them to be better global citizens.
Focused on reliability and safety engineering, this comprehensive guide offers practical methods for minimizing defects and failures in process design and operation. It caters to both beginners and experts, featuring tactics to navigate complexities and illustrative case studies for deeper insights. The author draws on over 40 years of experience, covering a range of topics including reliability parameters, cost-effective quality approaches, failure rate interpretation, and design assurance techniques, making it a valuable resource for professionals in the field.
A Course in Statistics to Assist in Interpreting Numerical Data
Healthcare professionals navigate a constant influx of statistical data from various sources, including insurance companies and government agencies. This reliance on data is crucial for making informed decisions about medical service delivery, highlighting the importance of understanding and interpreting statistics in the healthcare field.
This volume explores the critical themes of peace education, emphasizing the importance of fostering understanding, conflict resolution, and social justice in educational settings. It presents innovative strategies and practices for educators to cultivate a culture of peace among students. The book includes case studies and theoretical frameworks that highlight the role of education in promoting harmony and addressing global challenges. Through various perspectives, it aims to inspire educators to implement peace-oriented curricula and practices in their classrooms.
The book delves into the often-overlooked multicultural political thought and practices of Eastern Europe, highlighting their significance in contemporary discussions about state and nationhood after the Cold War. It combines theoretical insights with practical examples, aiming to reshape conventional views on the nation-state. The preface by former UK Home Secretary Charles Clarke adds a notable perspective to this exploration of political legacy and its implications for modern governance.
Takes a look at the lives of children around the world through the lens of the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child and through stories of statistics.
