Health And Daily Living category: 1447 books

Blow, snow, crack . . . Whatever you call it, cocaine is a big problem in the United States and Canada. More than a million individuals in the United States can be classified as being addicted to cocaine. Cocaine: The Rush to Destruction tells the story of cocaine, its history and role in medicine,...

Explore bathing practices in different countries and cultures in this lively, colorful picture book. From a hammam in Turkey to a maqii on the Alaskan tundra, this book shares the bath-time battle that happens every night around the world. "Yes, yes!" say the grown-ups, "No,...

There are seven stages aimed to help you help your child to learn to read using phonics working with your support in a fun way. The books use worksheets, games and interaction with you to help your child read with confidence. STAGE 1 – A series of picture books to discuss, spot the difference...

In the quest for school success—not to mention a happy home life—kids have a lot to juggle: schoolwork, friends, activities, chores, bedrooms, electronics, lockers, and desks. Get Organized Without Losing It provides friendly, entertaining help for kids who want to manage their tasks, time, and...

Seeing someone experiencing a medical emergency can be frightening, no matter what age you are. But it doesn't have to be if you know what's happening and what to do. The "I Can Be a Hero" series is designed to help you learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms of a medical emergency...

What's wrong with a beer now and then? Or a glass of wine with dinner? For most people—of legal age—there's absolutely nothing wrong with having an occasional drink. But for others, those with drinking problems, there's no such thing as an occasional drink. For them, one drink leads to another...

OK, here’s a very short pop quiz. No cheating, no talking. Question 1. Boys think about sex: a.when they’re awake b.when they’re asleep c.when they’re half awake and half asleep d.all of the above Growing up is tough, especially the bit between being a boy and being a man. It’s tough because...

Each book in the My Friendly Neighborhood series is written for the earliest readers and dedicated to describing a neighborhood worker. This book studies the responsibilities of teachers. Simple sentence structure and word usage help children develop word recognition and reading skills. Includes a glossary and index.

Doctors are an important part of the community. Readers will discover the impact and importance of doctors in this interesting book that uses examples of physicals, surgeons, and medical tools from the past to show the differences and similarities between medicinal practice throughout the years. Through...

Ebola is a deadly contagious disease. From 1975 to 2013, it killed about 1,500 people. But a 2014 epidemic killed more than six times that number. At first the outbreak was contained to one country. But soon it spread to two others—the virus was on the move, and people were scared. When two American...

Come meet the good, the bad, and the ugly—yes, germs! There’s so much to discover about germs. Did you know that germs make your stomach growl as they break down your food? Or that they can travel the world on anything from fleas and ticks to trains and buses? Told from the perspective of Sam...

Just Say Know! With drug education for children more important than ever, this nonfiction book draws on the experiences of the NY Times bestselling father/son team of David and Nic Sheff to provide all the information teens and tweens need to know about drugs, alcohol, and addiction. From David...

What is Death? is the 3rd title in Etan Boritzer’s best selling What is? series of Life Concepts books on character education and social issues. What is Death? addresses children’s natural curiosity about this difficult subject. Introducing the concept of death with examples of customs and beliefs...

Written for children whose parents are cancer survivors, this thoughtful and engaging book address important survivorship issues to help families move on after treatment ends. Containing a message of hope and healing, the topics include the possibility of recurrence, continued fatigue, pain, and other symptoms, exercise and diet, proper rest and sleep, and returning to work and social life.