My kids (currently 6 and 9) have become voracious readers. We have a large and varied collection of excellent fiction for them, but the non-fiction collection is more haphazard. They love learning new facts as they read (the type of thing that makes them look up from the book and say, "Did you know...?"). I want to make sure that the collection of books gives them a good introduction to fields where I myself may not have enough knowledge to judge the quality/accuracy of the book. So what's the kid's book in your field that makes you say, "If only every kid got to read this book, people would understand [topic] better."?
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posted by winston
on May 18, 2013 -
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I spent 4 years learning French in high school, and have retained just enough since then to vaguely eavesdrop on a fellow commuter's French novel the other day. I would like to brush up on my reading comprehension, and could use some suggestions for some simply written fiction to pick up.
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posted by thirdletter
on Jan 16, 2013 -
25 answers
Why does Mircea Eliade get short shrift in Robert N. Bellah's
Religion in Human Evolution?
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posted by ibmcginty
on Dec 18, 2012 -
3 answers
I would like access to a supplemental resource for a textbook that I purchased, for non-school-related use, but only instructors for a course can have access.
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posted by zeek321
on Dec 6, 2012 -
3 answers
I'm very interested in world religions. I have picked up a few titles but I find them extremely difficult I am hoping people here can recommend some starter titles. I am a masters degree educator. I know very little on this subject and I seem to get it twisted quickly. Please recommend titles to start reading to build upon.
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posted by femmme
on Jan 2, 2012 -
15 answers
Tell me about the most well-written, engaging, and creative language-learning books and websites. For any language.
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posted by theodolite
on Nov 18, 2010 -
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I'm interested in learning everything there is to know about waves. Sound waves, ocean waves, light waves, electromagnetic waves, waves in math, in economics, brain waves, etc, etc....
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posted by empath
on Sep 7, 2010 -
15 answers
Moving to Peachtree Accounting from Quickbooks, need to learn some basics fast and well: transactions, different account types (checking, credit, A/R), creating and tracking invoices. Print books cost $$$, are unreviewable, and aren't available quickly. I'd like to get this done today. Advice? Am I making a mistake?
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posted by amtho
on Aug 23, 2010 -
5 answers
Interesting, intelligent, but easy-to-read and understand books for an adult with stroke-related brain damage?
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posted by cilantro
on Aug 6, 2010 -
16 answers
I want to create a simple but dynamic Bible-reading web app from the ground up. I have very little web design and development experience. Where do I begin?
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posted by joshrholloway
on Apr 22, 2010 -
4 answers
If I buy an English book that has been translated into Spanish, does it matter for which Spanish-speaking country it was translated? In other words, if my intention is to learn Castilian-Spanish, is it better to find book translated for Spain? If so, how do I find such books? How do you know what version of Spanish a book is based on?
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posted by verevi
on Mar 26, 2010 -
13 answers
Recommend some French-language books (or sites) for a intermediate French-learner, to (hopefully enjoy) reading with the aid of a dictionary and bescherelle.
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posted by Kurichina
on Oct 6, 2009 -
16 answers
Philosophy Filter: What are some fresh and interesting questions or topics in philosophy?
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posted by k.
on Sep 6, 2009 -
21 answers
What are some easy, relatively quick ways to learn to write better, think clearer, and express myself better?
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posted by Bageena
on Jan 28, 2009 -
24 answers
What books can teach me skills that would be enjoyable or interesting to share with friends in group settings or one-on-one?
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posted by HotPatatta
on Jun 15, 2008 -
11 answers
On a recent trip to Kenya, we visited a school who is in need of simple French language instruction booklets for elementary-age children.
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posted by vanoakenfold
on May 23, 2008 -
3 answers
I am pretty terrible when it comes to picking up technology books with the desire to learn about something. I always lose steam at some point. I am asking for tips/tricks/disciplines to get better, especially if you've noticed a difficulty doing this and turned yourself around. Is it possible that I am simply the type who needs to go to a class or learn through on the job training? Or is there a way to get better?
posted by tcv
on Mar 30, 2008 -
8 answers
What are some good books to introduce a technologically literate non-programmer to more advanced topics?
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posted by names are hard
on Jun 18, 2007 -
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I would like to learn about an interesting aspect of history which is new to me. This could be broad ('Ancient Greece') or very specific ('Anarchists in the Ukraine in the Russian Revolution'), thematic ('the Victorian underworld and crime') or about a location ('Venice') - but I'd like to also know
why your suggestion interests you so much. If you can recommend some good books on your suggested topic, that would be just perfect.
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posted by reynir
on Mar 11, 2006 -
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How can I become an expert at C++ quickly? I know that the real answer is "lots of experience and work", but I would appreciate some tips on how to get from here to there as efficiently as possible. [MI]
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posted by breath
on Feb 5, 2005 -
24 answers
What are some good websites that review children's literature? Bonus if the focus is on preschool or early elementary.
posted by dagnyscott
on Jan 20, 2005 -
6 answers
StudyBingeFilter: let's suppose I had one week to teach myself banking, specifically: asset/liability management, market risk management, credit risk, funds transfer pricing/profitability, mortgage servicing valuation and accounting. anyone recommend some books/study materials/etc.?
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posted by mdpc98
on Jan 18, 2005 -
7 answers
I'd like to learn Math. I'm particularly interested in learning trig and calculus. I'm don't need to learn these disciplines for any purpose. I'm just interested. I'm a reasonably bright guy, with a logical mind (I've worked as a programmer), and I'm a good self-learner. I'm not in a rush (don't mind working at this for a few years). What books/resources would you recommend? I should probably go all the way back to Algebra, which is pretty much where I left off in High School years ago.
posted by grumblebee
on Dec 27, 2003 -
12 answers
