Grant Winner's Toolkit: Project Management and Evaluation (Wiley Nonprofit Law, Finance and Management Series)
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  • A Grant Winner's Must Have
  • Grant Winner's Toolkit : Project Management and Evaluation
Grant Winner's Toolkit: Project Management and Evaluation (Wiley Nonprofit Law, Finance and Management Series)
James Aaron Quick , and Cheryl Carter New
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Expert Tools and Techniques for Managing Funded Programs and Keeping the Grant Money Flowing in As anyone with a history in nonprofit management knows, a grant recipient's job is far from over once the check is cut. That's just when the real work begins. Especially now, when funders are taking a more active role in seeing that their money makes the desired impact, it is vitally important to the future of your mission that the programs under your stewardship succeed, beyond even your own expectations. Grant Winner's Toolkit can help make that happen. Based on their own experiences and the experiences of hundreds of nonprofit managers nationwide, authors James Quick and Cheryl New provide expert advice and guidance on managing every aspect of your funded projects with the consummate professionalism demanded by your funders—from the drafting of strategies and action plans to the drawing up of budgets, from staff recruitment and team building, all the way through to the writing of the next grant proposal. They also arm you with an extensive arsenal of forms, checklists, time sheets, practice exercises, and other valuable tools that will help you to successfully: The enclosed disk contains customizable forms covering all aspects of project management that make it easy for you and your team to put the methods described in the book to work in your organization.For more information about the Polaris Corporation visit www.polarisgrantscentral.net www.wiley.com/nonprofit

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5 out of 5 stars A Grant Winner's Must Have.......2007-08-24

Cheryl Carter New and James Aaron Quick have put together a complete collection of MUST HAVE books for the Grant Seeker. Getting the Grant funded is just part of the process, "The Grant Winner's Toolkit" walks you through the "Now What?" phase of grant seeking. I never put Cheryl and James's books back on the shelf, they are ALWAYS on my desk, where I can easily reach for them...they are the BEST!

5 out of 5 stars Grant Winner's Toolkit : Project Management and Evaluation.......2001-11-26

Too many grant seekers think that winning a grant is a job well done. The reality is that winning the grant is only a first step in a long process. This book has all the information anyone needs to effectively manage their grant programs. The text is well written and easy to read and follow. The examples and sample documents are worth their weight in gold! I would highly recommend this book to begining grant writers who have never had the opportuntiy to work on a grant project. This book will help you avoid the pitfalls many of us had to discover the hard way.

Scapegoats at Work: Taking the Bull's-Eye Off Your Back
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Scapegoats at Work: Taking the Bull's-Eye Off Your Back
John M. Dyckman , and Joseph A. Cutler
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Scapegoating is the identification--then blaming and punishing--of individuals for problems that rightly belong to the larger organization. Dyckman and Cutler offer a survival guide for people affected by workplace scapegoating. They show us the social and psychological roots of scapegoating and explain how the individual and system act together to enable this human drama. This book shows how both individuals and the workplace system contribute to scapegoating. This book follows the career of the scapegoat and presents ways that the pattern can be interrupted. Strategies to help remove the bull's-eye include understanding how to recognize scapegoating and break behavioral patterns that make one an attractive target. Also provided is information for workers and managers who wish to develop cooperative means of dealing with individual differences, creating a work environment that is more humane and efficient. People who feel victimized by work-related scapegoating will find this book of great interest, as will professionals working in human resources or employee assistance programs. It will help managers who have "problem employees" and want to improve workflow, reduce turnover, and reduce workers' comp claims. This clear and concise compendium of examples, tips, and strategies will also appeal to mediators, shop stewards, union officials, psychotherapists, and occupational medicine specialists.

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5 out of 5 stars A universal problem that is finally addressed!.......2004-01-17

A big thank you to the authors for providing a clear analysis of this horrible and destructive activity. For all of us that have been scapegoated, we now understand why, and know how to work through our issues of guilt and low self-esteem. A wonderful book!
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    Joseph A. Cutler John M. Dyckman
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    Salmon in the Sea and New Enhancement Strategies ("Fishing News" Books)
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      D. Mills
      Manufacturer: Blackwell Science
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      Human Anatomy Laboratory Manual with Cat Dissections (4th Edition)
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      Elaine N. Marieb
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      With 29 exercises covering all body systems, a clear, engaging writing style, and full-color illustrations, this thoroughly updated edition offers readers everything needed for a successful lab experience. For college instructors and students.

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      2 out of 5 stars Late.......2006-03-23

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      5 out of 5 stars Who knew cats and humans had so much in common?.......2004-06-09

      You'll be amazed by the similarities between human and feline anatomy! Once you cut 'em open, they all look pretty much the same. Thanks to this groundbreaking book, it's just a matter of time before we can rely on Fluffy and Mittens for spare organs. (And let me tell you, it's about time those cats started pulling their weight!)

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      Human Anatomy and Physiology Laboratory Manual, Cat Version with PhysioEx(TM) V3.0 CD-ROM (7th Edition)
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      5 out of 5 stars The Perfect Sidekick To Marieb's 6th Edition Text.......2004-02-01

      This laboratory manual is the perfect follow-up to Marieb's 6th Edition for many, many reasons. It not only goes into greater detail about material presented in the book with suggested lab exercises, but also successfully breaks down all the "fluff" into an understandable format. Utilizing the effectiveness of the PhysioEX CD-ROM and the many detailed diagrams which come in a massive abundance, this lab manual is perfectly suitable for anyone looking for an extra reference source to use. Overall there are 46 different exercises which closely mirror the progressing content of the book, along with 46 more practice exercises that're really quizzes over the covered material. The many highlighted phrases and bolded words really help to point out what is most crucial to memorize and (as I've found after taking my first test) really are a big help. All in all I'd have to say this lab manual is nothing short of spectacular - from the way it meticulously guides the student through the actual lab step by step, to the way the information is presented in an understandable manner. The price is pretty reasonable, however the only advice I do have for potential buyers is to try and buy a hardback copy if available. The one I own that came with my text is a spiral-bound paperback and is very susceptible to damage. Nevertheless, if you're not able to find a hardback copy I'd still recommend this to anyone taking Anatomy & Physiology simply for its priceless information.
      Laboratory Manual for Anatomy and Physiology with Cat Dissections (5th Edition)
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      5 out of 5 stars Exceptional manual!!!!!.......2001-10-23

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      Laboratory Exercises in Anatomy and Physiology with Cat Dissection (6th Edition)
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        Gerard J. Tortora , Robert B. Tallitsch , and Gerald J. Tortora
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        Human Anatomy and Physiology Lab Manual, Cat Version, with PhysioEx 2.0 Package
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          Laboratory Experiments in Anatomy and Physiology with Cat Dissections (Instructor's Manual)
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            Exercises, experiments, and study aids for anatomy and physiology, with cat dissection
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              Human Anatomy &Physiology Laboratory Manual: With Cat and Pig Dissections w/ PhysioEx CD-ROM
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                    The Venomous Reptiles of the Western Hemisphere, 2 Vol. Set (Comstock Books in Herpetology)
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                    The Venomous Reptiles of the Western Hemisphere, 2 Vol. Set (Comstock Books in Herpetology)
                    Jonathan A. Campbell , and William W. Lamar
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                    Since the publication of The Venomous Reptiles of Latin America by Cornell University Press in 1989, scientific discoveries and taxonomic changes have resulted in the addition of many taxa and species to the herpetological fauna of the Western Hemisphere. This updated, heavily rewritten, and greatly expanded version of that book now includes accounts of all 192 species of venomous snakes and lizards found in the Western Hemisphere. This two-volume set is illustrated with stunning color photographs, including portraits of venomous reptiles (many of which are unique in showing newly discovered species and views of male, female, and juvenile individuals); images of snakebites, an important tool for diagnosis and treatment; color vegetation and topographic maps; black-and-white photographs; line figures; and completely revised distribution maps.

                    Volume I includes a list of tables, preface, introduction, and regional/country accounts with related bilingual identification keys and vegetation and topographic maps. Genus and species accounts in this volume treat the lizards, coralsnakes, seasnakes, and all the pitvipers except rattlesnakes; these accounts are accompanied by color photographs of each species. Volume I also contains a complete index to both volumes.

                    Volume II includes descriptions of all known species of rattlesnakes. It also features four chapters by experts on mimicry, evolution, and snakebite treatment in tropical and temperate America. A glossary, literature-cited section, and index serve both volumes. Color photographs portray rattlesnakes, mimics, and the damage done by snakebite.

                    The Venomous Reptiles of the Western Hemisphere, Volumes I and II is an essential reference for all naturalists interested in herpetology--amateurs impressed by the beauty and complexity of venomous reptiles as well as professional herpetologists and their students conducting research in the classroom, at the zoo, and in the field.

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                    5 out of 5 stars venomous reptiles of the western hemesphere.......2007-01-12

                    Very informative. A must for herp students/amateur and pro keepers

                    5 out of 5 stars One of the best, most comprehensive books regarding New World venomous reptiles!.......2005-10-05

                    What can be said about this beautiful set of books that hasn't been said...it is a MUST HAVE for any self-respecting amateur or professional herpetologist! These books go into great deal regarding the biology and evolution of New World venomous reptiles. There are well over 1000 full color plates, along with detailed descriptions of each of the over 200 venomous reptile species in the Western Hemisphere. Do yourself a favor and pick these up! Well worth every penny.

                    5 out of 5 stars The Venomous Reptiles of Western Hemisphere.......2005-08-08

                    The best herpetology book series ever written. Extensive information on species, potency, treatment, and even localities. You will not need any other books until new editions are released. Hundreds of amazing photographs. Up to 15-20 per species.

                    5 out of 5 stars Half the Worlds poisonous herps a bargain.......2004-07-24

                    This is a damn fine book(s)! The VRWH is an updated and expanded version of the out-of-print 1989 classic The Venomous Reptiles of Latin America. Expanded because it now includes all of North America; that's half the planet! If you can find a copy of the older version it will run you several hundred dollars, making this new version a bargain. I have never met Dr. Campbell but I have been fortunate enough to have spent time with Lamar in tropical forests on a couple of trips. Aside from their professorships Lamar also does field and consulting work with film crews and leads ecotours for his company Greentracks. My limited experience indicates that Lamar is truly a jungle character and an excellent field biologist. Campbell's career is quite extensive with both of these men racking up decades of herp work.

                    Venomous reptiles do not make up a single taxonomic group of reptiles but instead are a fascinating mix of lizards and snakes that follow the same evolutionary path of using venoms and toxins in self-defense and food capture. Venomous reptiles, snakes in particular, are frequently discussed distinctly due to their import in human fears and interactions. The main topics of this treatise are the world's two venomous lizard species, the coral snakes, and the pit vipers. We get keys to the venomous reptiles of Canada and North America, in both English and Spanish, as well as tables of geographic distribution by species and distribution by vegetation types. This format continues for Mexico, Central America, Caribbean islands, and South America all by individual countries.

                    Volume 1 continues with the taxon accounts beginning with the Helodermids. The only poisonous lizards, the famous Gila monster and the Mexican beaded lizard, are introduced by their original type descriptions and relevant natural history quotes from the world's literature. We then get an historical background of etymology and research, which leads us into the known natural history of the animals.

                    This format continues with the coral snakes in 3 genera and more than 70 described species. This chapter opens with numerous tables and figures to assist in identifying and distinguishing the various and similar species. Only a fool would rely on the old dictum, "Red touch yellow, you're a dead fellow. Red touch black, it's ok Jack". There is a huge amount of natural history information including Spanish, local, and common names of the snakes. Just about everything relating to these snakes is mentioned, from habitat preference, feeding, breeding, physiology, and toxicology are discussed. There are distribution maps, scale patterns, line drawings, and black & white photos all illustrating important taxonomic traits.

                    The taxonomically more challenging pitvipers are then discussed. Campbell and Lamar currently recognize 12 genera with 111 described species. As all things taxonomic this recognition is in a constant state of flux as new information and data become available. There is a surprisingly open discussion to potential problems with the phylogenetic placement of these groups but there needs to be a baseline from which to work from and this current arrangement seems most valid. In fact this type of debate and historical placement and naming of groups is one of my favorite aspects of this book. As an amateur herper I only delve into these groups on occasion. Campbell and Lamar's discussions allow me to play catch-up on current taxonomic argument and naming without having to track down the myriad of published papers swaying favor back and forth.

                    Volume 2 begins with the rattlesnakes and closing with a number of non-venomous mimics as well as some less dangerously venomous snakes found in other families. Following are chapters on venomous snake mimicry, New World venomous snake evolution, and venom poisoning, toxinology, and symptomology contributed by various authors.

                    I don't have much in the way of critique for this book other to say that it seems apparent that this was written for a specific audience and that audience being biologists or fairly well versed dedicated amateurs. For example, the chapter on the lizards tells us there are 2 venomous species but does not immediately introduce them as Heloderma suspectum and H. horridum nor does it initially correlate the common names of Gila monster and beaded lizard, respectively. The introduction to these lizards details the generic distribution and speaks of their range overlap using common names and throughout the generic introduction there is alternating use of the common names and scientific names. Granted most herpetologists are familiar enough with these lizards to recognize what the authors are speaking of but neophytes may have difficulty distinguishing to which species they are referring too without flipping pages ahead to clear themselves.

                    The chapter on coral snakes mentions the important patterns of rings called monads and triads without fully explaining them. The glossary helps but without diagrams these definitions are fuzzy. Are these criticisms oversights or assumptions that the reader is already knowledgeable? I suspect the latter as the text is concise and well written.

                    Like the previous edition this one is sure to become a classic. Even though this text was finally released in April I have read several scientific journal articles citing this book. That should be ample testament to its research potential. The photos are wonderful and highly descriptive as well as artistic. One look at the covers, Volume 1 with my personal favorite coral snake Micrurus langsdorffi and Volume 2 with the awesome bushmaster Lachesis stenophrys, are enough to elicit excitement. And does Lamar look ever so distinguished in his author photo. As most of these scientific texts have limited marketing potential they are usually limited to first run prints of limited editions. If that is the case with this one, don't miss your chance to pick up a copy. At $150 it's a bargain. You'll kick yourself when you're later trying to chase down a used copy at twice that price. Did I mention the literature cited section is 100 pages?!

                    5 out of 5 stars Great!.......2004-04-22

                    I am still reading the book, but I can say that everything inside is great. The format is very similar to the one used in the first version, but I found a lot new information about the venomous reptiles of all America. It is helping me with valuable information in a review that I am doing about all the venomous animals in America.

                    For everyone that knows the first version, I can say that this one has updated information and excellent images. For the ones who never knew the first version, I can say this is the best book you can find about venemous snakes and lizards in our hemisphere.

                    This is the best contribution to understand and appreciate the marvelous world of the venomous animals.

                    Mini-14 Super Systems
                    Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
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                    5 out of 5 stars Mini 14 3200 fps, with all your survival needs.......2000-05-24

                    If you want your Mini-14 to fit your body, needs and pocketbook, here's the authoritative source on customizing this inexpensive, reliable rifle into an exotic super system. Find out how to boost your Mini-14's firepower (legally) so that it will not only generate a lot of double takes, but also deliver - at the range, in the field or in critical moments of self-defense.

                    1 out of 5 stars The Plinker Hunter, Assault and Everything Else... is better.......1999-03-19

                    An interesting book for a new user of the mini-14. Alone it is not helpfull to a new user other then to provide some non-critical background info and options.

                    Popular Science: Almanac for Kids
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                    5 out of 5 stars BrainPop Rocks!.......2006-10-25

                    I am a huge fan of BrainPop & BrainPop Jr.com. This book has three out of
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                        Christmas at The New Yorker: Stories, Poems, Humor, and Art
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                        Release Date: 2005-10-18

                        Book Description

                        From the pages of America’s most influential magazine come eight decades of holiday cheer–plus the occasional comical coal in the stocking–in one incomparable collection. Sublime and ridiculous, sentimental and searing, Christmas at The New Yorker is a gift of great writing and drawing by literary legends and laugh-out-loud cartoonists.

                        Here are seasonal stories, poems, memoirs. and more, from a stellar roster of writers, including John Cheever, James Dickey, Richard Ford, Ken Kesey, Alice Munro, Vladimir Nabokov, S. J. Perelman, Adrienne Rich, and James Thurber. And it wouldn’t be Christmas–or The New Yorker–without dozens of covers and cartoons by Addams, Arno, Chast, and others, or the mischievous verse of Roger Angell, Calvin Trillin, and Ogden Nash (“Do you know Mrs. Millard Fillmore Revere? / On her calendar, Christmas comes three hundred and sixty-five times a year.”)
                        From Jazz Age to New Age, E. B. White to Garrison Keillor, these works represent eighty years of wonderful keepsakes for Christmas, from The New Yorker to you.

                        Customer Reviews:

                        4 out of 5 stars The Time of the Season.......2005-11-16

                        With all the hoopla that comes with the Christmas shopping season, everybody needs a short respite. What better way to do it than to pick up a book, or better yet, give a book that reflects the holiday season? The New Yorker partners with Random House with CHRISTMAS AT THE NEW YORKER: STORIES, POEMS, HUMOR, AND ART and rolls out a collection of the magazine's humorous cartoons, poems and essays about the Christmas holiday season -- the fun and headaches that many have grown accustomed to. Indeed, the book takes a poignant and satirical look at Christmas with contributions from literary legends, such as John Updike, H.L. Mencken, John Cheever, E.B. White, or contemporary favorites, Garrison Keillor and Robert Pinsky. And one of the most honorable mentions of the book is James Thurber's rewriting of Clement Moore's poem, which is done in the voice of Hemingway.

                        CHRISTMAS AT THE NEW YORKER reflects upon the Christmas season. According to Updike, The New Yorker captures the essence of the holiday from a cosmopolitan perspective. Nevertheless, all gamuts of the holiday season are shown and told from the tinsel on the tree, the sheep in the nativity scene, and to the hoards of crowds at the shopping mall. For every reader that has experienced the busiest holiday season of the year, it will trigger a particular recollection of a Christmas past. Regardless of when the stories were written, there is a timeless quality to each story that will allow readers to read them more than once.

                        CHRISTMAS AT THE NEW YORKER will delight readers who occasionally read the magazine as well as anyone who wants a good chuckle from the many cartoons and stories that covet the pages of the book. So, leave the book on the coffee table for holiday enjoyment.
                        Christmas at The New Yorker. Stories, Poems, Humor, and Art Â… Foreword by John Updike.
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                          Christmas at The New Yorker. Stories, Poems, Humor, and Art Â… Foreword by John Updike.
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