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New Releases by Helen Taylor

Helen Taylor is the author of Sloth and Moth (2026), Lethal Leith Hill (2025), How to Eat in Space (2023), Community Schools (2023), Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works of Henry Thomas Buckle (2023).

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Sloth and Moth

release date: Apr 15, 2026
Sloth and Moth
Sloth and Moth do everything together, but then Sloth wants to strike out on his own, leaving Moth behind. Science back matter explains the symbiotic relationship between sloths and moths.

Lethal Leith Hill

release date: Nov 30, 2025
Lethal Leith Hill
A bloodied man interrupts the ride at Leith Hill's peak. A detective team races to uncover the truth. Beneath Surrey's beauty, something sinister waits. DC Angela Phillips is midway through a 100-mile charity ride when she's forced to stop-her personal best shattered by a man emerging from the undergrowth, drenched in blood. As she secures the scene, thousands of cyclists are diverted, and DI Matthew Goodwin is called in to lead the investigation. Retracing the man's steps toward Leith Hill Tower, Goodwin and Phillips uncover a shocking crime. But the deeper they dig, the more twisted the trail becomes-revealing secrets buried in the heart of Surrey's idyllic countryside. Lethal Leith Hill is a gripping British crime thriller that blends psychological suspense, rural tension and a character-driven detective team who won't back down. Perfect for fans of Ann Cleeves, Elly Griffiths and mysteries rooted in place and character. If you love atmospheric settings, layered investigations, and slow-burn secrets, this one's for you. Helen Taylor is an Amazon Top 100 author, ranked Top 5 in Crime Thriller.

How to Eat in Space

release date: Oct 31, 2023
How to Eat in Space
"A kid-friendly, accessible, and humorous text that describes the sometimes complicated task of eating while in space"--

Community Schools

release date: Jul 07, 2023
Community Schools
Schools have the potential to empower communities by connecting people better with the places they live. But how can these benefits be baked into a design brief? As complex institutions, schools not only provide education and pastoral care for children, as they grow and develop, but also act as workplaces for staff and civic assets or hubs for the wider community. Yet they''re not often perceived to be critical infrastructure. Community Schools reconsiders what is required from physical school environments, building on the learning gathered from the sector over the past two decades. To meet the new social, environmental and economic challenges it advocates designing differently, both in terms of the form that buildings take and the evaluation of their impact and performance. By calling for a reframing of the way that schools are regarded as community-wide amenities, this book explores the potential for architects to deliver design in a manner that supports healthy lifestyles and promotes wellbeing. Through encouraging social connections, new possibilities open up for educational facilities to become open, welcoming and inclusive. Featuring: Over 12 international case studies from practices including: Architype, Argyll + Bute, Bogle Architects, DRMM, Revaerk, Scott Brownrigg and XDGA Key themes of wellbeing, connectivity, inclusion, indicators and evaluation Practical guidance and learning points throughout A new design brief for community schools

Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works of Henry Thomas Buckle

release date: May 05, 2023
Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works of Henry Thomas Buckle
Reprint of the original, first published in 1872.

Urban Schools

release date: Jan 01, 2020
Urban Schools
When space is tight how can a city provide the best education experience for children? Is a multi-storey school really a poor option? Can high-quality play opportunities be provided without playgrounds? This book explores the design of schools in urban settings, the increased challenges in meeting the typical expectations of school design, and what the successful new typology of a school in a city might be. A practical guide as well as a theoretical exploration of ideas, this book outlines successful international contemporary and historical case studies, providing much-needed guidance for architects and others working in education design in dense urban environments.

Gone With the Wind

release date: Jul 25, 2019
Gone With the Wind
Gone with the Wind (1939) is one of the greatest films of all time - the best-known of Hollywood''s Golden Age and a work that has, in popular imagination, defined southern American history for three-quarters of a century. Drawing on three decades of pertinent research, Helen Taylor charts the film''s production history, reception and legacy.

Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works

release date: Mar 07, 2019
Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Race and Crime

release date: Aug 20, 2018
Race and Crime
"This is a great tool that provides not only historical perspective but also incorporates additional resources to help expand the student’s ability to understand an issue and implications stemming from it." —Robbin Day Brooks,—Arizona State University Written by two of the most prominent criminologists in the field, Race and Crime, Fifth Edition takes an incisive look at the intersection of race, ethnicity and the criminal justice system. Authors Shaun L. Gabbidon and Helen Taylor Greene offer students a panoramic perspective of race and crime by expertly balancing historical context with modern data and research in thought-provoking discussions of contemporary issues. Accessible and reader-friendly, this comprehensive text illuminates the continued importance of race and ethnicity in all aspects of the administration of justice. New to the Fifth Edition: "Both Sides of the Debate" boxes encourage student engagement and critical thinking as they explore both sides of controversial issues, such as: school shootings; the "Model Minority" label; affluenza; eliminating peremptory challenges; President Trump’s judicial appointments; the underreporting of hate crimes; the increase of opioid use among black Americans; and expanding the death penalty for opioid dealers. Extensive updates around policing provides a foundational understanding of important issues, such as: policing and the use of force; the Black Lives Matter movement; the Blue Lives Matter movement; the need for diversity in law enforcement; traffic stops; and the connection between immigration and policing. Key court rulings are included along with updated discussions of racial disparities in plea bargains, backstrikes of potential jurors, wrongful convictions, and intersectionality in death penalty decisions. Important topics such as life after prison and the impact of felony disenfranchisement on minorities help contextualize the discussion of corrections. Updated data tables such as crime and victimization trends, hate crime incidents, and juvenile crime/victimization put the study of race and crime in complete context. Discussions of the Trump Administration’s policies capture the current state of crime and justice policies in the United States. Updated data tables such as crime and victimization trends, hate crime incidents, and juvenile crime/victimization put the study of race and crime in complete context for students.

The Backstreets of Purgatory

release date: Jul 12, 2018
The Backstreets of Purgatory
Finn Garvie's life is one spectacular mess. He spends most of his time fannying around a makeshift Glasgow studio, failing to paint his degree portfolio, while his girlfriend Lizzi treats him like one of her psychology patients, and his best friend Rob is convinced that the tattoos he designs are the height of artistic achievement. To top it all, Finn is worried that some stinking bastard is hanging around, spying on him, laughing at his cock-ups and eating his leftover curry. Fortunately, he has plenty of techniques to distract him - tackling the church hall renovations with the help of his alcoholic neighbour; pining after Kassia, the splendidly stroppy au-pair; and re-reading that book on Caravaggio, his all-time hero. Things take a turn for the strange when he finally encounters the person who's been bugging him, and it seems to be none other than Caravaggio himself... Art, truth and madness come to blows in this darkly funny debut novel from a startling new talent.

Refugees and the Meaning of Home

release date: Nov 03, 2015
Refugees and the Meaning of Home
This book explores the meaning of home for Cypriot refugees living in London since their island was torn apart by war. Taking an innovative approach, it looks at how spaces, time, social networks and sensory experiences come together as home is constructed. It places refugee narratives at its centre to reveal the agency of those forced to migrate.

The Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works of Henry Thomas Buckle, Volume 2

release date: Sep 21, 2015
The Miscellaneous and Posthumous Works of Henry Thomas Buckle, Volume 2
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Becoming a Primary Mathematics Specialist Teacher

release date: Aug 15, 2013
Becoming a Primary Mathematics Specialist Teacher
What is the role of the mathematics specialist? What is deep subject knowledge in mathematics? What sort of pedagogical knowledge does a mathematics specialist need? How can you best support your colleagues to improve mathematics teaching and learning? Becoming a Primary Mathematics Specialist Teacher helps you explore the role of the specialist in promoting positive attitudes towards mathematics and developing the teaching and learning of mathematics in your primary school. Illustrated throughout with classroom-based examples and referenced to relevant research, it is designed to support your development as a reflective practitioner who can confidently review and develop practice in your own classroom, as well as challenge and move the whole school forward through collaborative professional development. Essential topics explored include: The nature of the role of the primary mathematics specialist Understanding how attitudes to mathematics evolve, and why it is crucial to challenge and change negativity What we mean by deep subject knowledge in primary mathematics Pedagogical knowledge of how mathematics is taught and learned The skills of coaching and mentoring to support teachers and teaching assistants Unpicking the principles of progression for high quality teaching in all years groups The key features of deep subject knowledge and pedagogy in three areas of the curriculum: multiplication, time and data handling. Becoming a Primary Mathematics Specialist Teacher is an essential source of guidance and ideas for all primary school teachers aiming to achieve Mathematics Specialist status or already taking this role, those studying primary mathematics as a specialism and at masters level, and for all primary mathematics co-ordinators.

African American Criminological Thought

release date: Feb 01, 2012
African American Criminological Thought
This landmark book presents the contributions of African Americans past and present to understanding crime, criminological theory, and the administration of justice. The authors devote individual chapters to African American pioneers Ida B. Wells-Barnett, W. E. B. Du Bois, E. Franklin Frazier, and Monroe N. Work, and contemporary scholars Lee P. Brown, Daniel Georges-Abeyie, Darnell F. Hawkins, Coramae Richey Mann, William Julius Wilson, and Vernetta D. Young. Included for each individual are a biography, information on their contributions to criminological thought, and a list of selected references. A wide range of issues are covered such as lynching, the convict lease system, homicide, female crime and delinquency, terrorism, community policing, the black ethnic monolith paradigm, and explanations of criminality.

Succeeding on Your Primary PGCE

release date: Sep 14, 2010
Succeeding on Your Primary PGCE
Studying for a Primary Postgraduate Certificate in Education (PGCE) can be demanding, but this book will help you to succeed on this intensive and challenging course. By showing you how to make the most of your time on the PGCE, the book encourages you to take a positive and proactive approach to your studies, and to reflect on and learn from your experiences. Packed with advice on how to make the most of your lectures, tutorials, assignments, placements, and time spent with teachers, the book highlights the need for reflection, professionalism, and strong personal commitment if you are to become a good teacher.

Fifty-Five Feathers

release date: Apr 06, 2008
Fifty-Five Feathers
Pukeko is worried about her friend Gecko who seems to be suffering in the cold of winter, so she asks Wise Old Tree for some advice. 'Make him a cloak of fifty-five feathers,' she is told, and so Pukeko sets out to help her friend

Returning to Rockwell

release date: Oct 01, 2007
Returning to Rockwell
Dana Lynne O''Malley grew up believing that her grandfather was a leprechaun. After all, that was the nickname her grandmother lovingly gave him. Curiously, even as Dana becomes an adult, her grandfather never dissuades her from the fantasy. When her grandfather dies, however, it quickly becomes clear that he is indeed more than just an ordinary mortal. He rises from the dead, clad in his burial kilt, confident that he''s been sent back for a reason. Dana is struggling to move beyond the tragic death of her lesbian lover while at the same time dealing with the daunting prospect of running the Burlington Gazette , the family newspaper. She dreams of branching out and thriving as a photographer. Luckily, her grandfather''s insurance policy is a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, and he''s only too happy to allocate some of the money to help his granddaughter find her passions. Travel with Dana as she traverses the country, capturing the spirit of America using the lens of her camera, much like Norman Rockwell did with his paintbrush. It''s a bittersweet journey on which she meets a beautiful Latina named Angelita Esperanza, and her life is forever changed.

The Thief of Colours

release date: Jan 01, 2003
The Thief of Colours
Pukeko is tired of the dull, dreary swamp where she is living with her new family so she sets out to collect some colours to brighten the place up. Unfortunately, the owners of the colours don't take kindly to her thieving ways and she soon has a battle on her hands.

African American Classics in Criminology and Criminal Justice

release date: Jan 01, 2002
African American Classics in Criminology and Criminal Justice
Congratulations to SAGE author Shaun L. Gabbidon for becoming the second scholar in the college′s history to be named a Distinguished Professor by the University′s Office of the President (Pennsylvania State University, Harrisburg)"This collection of writings is crucially important, in part, because it reminds us the theoretical paradigms of these and other African American scholars are excluded when crime, its causes, and its control are discussed by criminologists, criminal justice practitioners, and policy makers. To understand crime fully, the perspectives advanced by these scholars must become an integral part of discussions about who is a criminal and which public policies will best control crime." --From the forward by Anne Thomas Sulton, Ph.D, J.D. From W.E.B. Dubois through Lee Brown, this anthology provides a collection of the key articles in criminology and criminal justice written by black scholars. Available in a single volume for the first time, the articles collected in this book reflect the voices of African-American scholars and display the diversity of perspectives sought after in today′s academic community. Crime in the African-American community is examined from social, economic and political perspectives, and the historical context of each article is provided by the editors. Spanning the 20th century, these works present a historical chronology of African-American views on crime and its control with theoretical perspectives that have often been tangential to mainstream scholarship. For your courses in: Criminological Theory Race and Crime Crime and Social Policy Minorities and Criminal Justice

You'd Never Believe it But - a Rainbow is a Circle

release date: Jan 01, 1999
You'd Never Believe it But - a Rainbow is a Circle
Introduces colors, exploring primary and secondary colors, recognizing colors, colors in light, and more. Includes simple projects.

Flies Can Taste with Their Feet and Other Facts about Senses

release date: Jan 01, 1998

There's a Great Bear in the Sky and Other Facts about Stars

release date: Jan 01, 1998
There's a Great Bear in the Sky and Other Facts about Stars
An introduction to astronomy, with information about such topics as how stars are born and how they die, why stars twinkle, and how to identify constellations.

You'd Never Believe It But Snowflakes Can Fall in Summer and Other Facts about the Seasons

release date: Jan 01, 1998
You'd Never Believe It But Snowflakes Can Fall in Summer and Other Facts about the Seasons
Explores the four seasons, discussing such topics as the difference in shadows, temperatures, and the length of days, and what happens to plants and animals at different times of the year. Includes simple activities. Suggested level: junior, primary.

A Lightning Bolt is Hotter Than the Sun and Other Facts about Electricity

release date: Jan 01, 1998
A Lightning Bolt is Hotter Than the Sun and Other Facts about Electricity
An introduction to electricity, discussing static electricity, turbines, batteries, magnetism, and the uses and safety aspects of this power source.

You'd Never Believe it But - Water Has a Skin

release date: Jan 01, 1998
You'd Never Believe it But - Water Has a Skin
Explores all aspects of water, including its different forms, properties, uses, and effects. Also examines the water cycle. Suggested level: junior, primary.

Water Has a Skin and Other Facts about Water

release date: Jan 01, 1998
Water Has a Skin and Other Facts about Water
Explores all aspects of water, including its different forms, properties, uses, and effects.

You'd Never Believe It, But...

release date: Jan 01, 1998
You'd Never Believe It, But...
This educational and entertaining science series focuses on specific concepts such as gravity, magnetism, weather and others. Each title features projects with step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations.

Too Beautiful to Last

release date: Jan 01, 1995

Grain Power

release date: Jan 01, 1993
Grain Power
Seventy-five low-fat, low-sugar, high-fiber recipes for such dishes as Primavera Pizza, homemade Granola, and Double Apple Buckwheat Muffins provide natural fiber, help boost energy, and help reduce cholesterol. Original.

Academic Challenges in Reading

release date: Jan 01, 1992
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