Böcker av Mark Wilson

"From one of the world's premier practitioners of classic magic, with years of experience instructing younger readers in the magical arts, comes this new revision of his complete guide to learning and"

Cognitive biases are the monsters that control our minds, often leading us down paths of irrationality and poor decision-making. These biases, which are rooted deep in our psyche, can be difficult to identify and even more challenging to overcome. But it's not impossible. In fact, with the right tools and strategies, we can learn to tame our cognitive biases and take back control of our minds.In UNCOVERING COGNITIVE BIAS, readers will explore the most common cognitive biases that affect our behavior in everyday life, from the negativity bias to the group-attribution bias.Through engaging examples, readers will learn how to identify and manage their biases. They will explore the reasons behind their biases and learn how to question and challenge their own thoughts and beliefs. By becoming more self-aware, readers can learn to tame their cognitive monsters and take control of their minds.UNCOVERING COGNITIVE BIAS is a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the hidden forces that control our thoughts and behavior. Whether you're a student, a professional, or simply curious about the workings of the human mind, this book will open your eyes to the biases that shape our lives and provide you with the tools to overcome them.

Creativity is often viewed as a mystical, elusive quality possessed by only a select few. But what if becoming more creative was as simple as following a few boring, yet effective strategies? In this book 5 BORING WAYS TO CREATIVITY, you'll learn how to emulate the masters, immigrate to new artistic territories, investigate your domain, iterate on existing ideas, and innovate in fresh ways. Through practical examples and real-world case studies, you'll discover how to develop your own style, stand out from the crowd, and achieve artistic success. Whether you're a writer, artist, musician, or entrepreneur, 5 BORING WAYS TO CREATIVITY is a must-read guide for anyone seeking to unlock their creative potential.

"How To Let Go: Navigating Loss and Embracing Growth" is a guidebook for anyone facing loss and struggling to move forward. Loss is an inevitable part of life, and it can be a painful and difficult process to navigate. In this book, readers will learn strategies for letting go of what was, embracing the present moment, and creating a brighter future. This book offers practical tips for cultivating resilience, building self-compassion, and finding meaning in difficult times. Whether you're dealing with the loss of a loved one, a job, a relationship, or simply the passage of time, "HOW TO LET GO" will help you find your way forward with courage, grace, and a newfound sense of purpose.

'One sunny day, a Friday, before the weekend began, a parcel was deliveredout the back of a van.'Georgia and Blair are always showing kindness to the neighbours, and when Georgia's new bike arrives, she knows just how it can help them in their mission.The only problem is, she doesn't know how to ride it!With the support of her dad, will Georgia's determination to succeed pay off?!Join Georgia on this heart-warming journey that will resonate with every parent's special bond with their child.

Stringtastic Book 1 teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. This Teacher's Accompaniment book provides the complete piano score which works with any combination of the instrumental parts. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 57 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure playing technique and build confidence one step at a time. Following on from Stringtastic Beginners, this book takes the student from playing the notes of the D major scale to Grade 1 (Early Elementary). Featuring equal-level duets for all instruments, the pieces are ideal for individual and group instruction as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano only track for practice, all available to download.

Stringtastic Book 1: Violin teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 57 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure playing technique and build confidence one step at a time. Following on from Stringtastic Beginners, this book takes the student from playing the notes of the D major scale to Grade 1 (Early Elementary). Featuring equal-level duets for all instruments, the pieces are ideal for individual and group instruction as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. The Stringtastic Book 1: Teacher's Accompaniment book provides the complete piano score which works with any combination of the instrumental parts.

Stringtastic Book 1: Viola teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 57 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure playing technique and build confidence one step at a time. Following on from Stringtastic Beginners, this book takes the student from playing the notes of the D major scale to Grade 1 (Early Elementary). Featuring equal-level duets for all instruments, the pieces are ideal for individual and group instruction as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. The Stringtastic Book 1: Teacher's Accompaniment book provides the complete piano score which works with any combination of the instrumental parts.

Stringtastic Book 1: Double Bass teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 57 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure playing technique and build confidence one step at a time. Following on from Stringtastic Beginners, this book takes the student from playing the notes of the D major scale to Grade 1 (Early Elementary). Featuring equal-level duets for all instruments, the pieces are ideal for individual and group tuition as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. The Stringtastic Book 1: Teacher's Accompaniment book provides the complete piano score which works with any combination of the instrumental parts. Mark Wilson and Paul Wood have developed an engaging and accessible new series of string-playing method books... The presentation will appeal to young learners, and the careful, well-conceived pedagogy will thrill their teachers! Furthermore, the Stringtastic integrated approach gives proper deference to the social aspect of music-making by allowing violinists, violists, cellists, and bassists to play together from the start. I look forward to sharing this method with my young students and colleagues in early music education. Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman, Director of Strings and Orchestral Studies, Sheridan College.

Stringtastic Book 1: Cello teaches through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. Part of the fully integrated Stringtastic series in which violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Learn as you play through the world of Stringtastic, with 57 imaginative pieces that have been specifically designed to establish a secure playing technique and build confidence one step at a time. Following on from Stringtastic Beginners, this book takes the student from playing the notes of the D major scale to Grade 1 (Early Elementary). Featuring equal-level duets for all instruments, the pieces are ideal for individual and group instruction as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. The Stringtastic Book 1: Teacher's Accompaniment book provides the complete piano score which works with any combination of the instrumental parts.

From award-winning author and illustrator Mark Wilson, a stirring story of the women who first won the right to vote in Australia - inspired by real people and historical eventsIn 1890, Rose Birks and her stepdaughter, Nellie, two strong-willed and determined women, began writing letters and attending meetings to help improve the lives of women and children in their home city of Adelaide. They soon found themselves part of a movement that would change the lives of women everywhere. Through their friendship with the famous female suffragist Mary Lee, they petitioned politicians and lawmakers - and in 1896 they became the first women in Australia to vote in an election. Votes for Women! tells their story.

Planning and Managing Smaller Events: Downsizing the Urban Spectacle explores the role of smaller scale events in contributing to the renewal and development of urban societies. This book adopts a case study approach to examine a diverse range of events taking place in towns and cities in Europe, Asia and North America.

Stringtastic Beginners is a fun new series designed to teach through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. A fully integrated series, violin, viola, cello and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Each book contains over 40 imaginative pieces to steadily establish a secure playing technique and build confidence, one step at a time, taking the student from complete beginner (open strings) to playing the notes of the D major scale. The first 20 pieces comprise two independent tunes that can be played as duets - one for open strings and a more advanced part using the left-hand fingers, which students can revisit as they progress. Ideal for individual and group tuition as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. Plus, the teacher's book provides the complete piano accompaniments which work with any combination of instrumental parts. Mark Wilson and Paul Wood have developed an engaging and accessible new series of string-playing method books... The presentation will appeal to young learners, and the careful, well-conceived pedagogy will thrill their teachers! Furthermore, the Stringtastic integrated approach gives proper deference to the social aspect of music-making by allowing violinists, violists, cellists, and bassists to play together from the start. I look forward to sharing this method with my young students and colleagues in early music education. Dr. Mark Elliot Bergman, Director of Strings and Orchestral Studies, Sheridan College.

Stringtastic Beginners is a fun new series designed to teach through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. A fully integrated series, violin, viola, cello, and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Each book contains over 40 imaginative pieces to steadily establish a secure playing technique and build confidence, one step at a time, taking the student from complete beginner (open strings) to playing the notes of the D major scale. The first 20 pieces consist of two independent tunes that can be played as duets - one for open strings and a more advanced part using the left-hand fingers, which students can revisit as they progress. Ideal for individual and group lessons as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. Plus, the teacher's book provides the complete piano accompaniments which work with any combination of instrumental parts.

Stringtastic Beginners is a fun new series designed to teach through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. A fully integrated series, violin, viola, cello, and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Each book contains over 40 imaginative pieces to steadily establish a secure playing technique and build confidence, one step at a time, taking the student from complete beginner (open strings) to playing the notes of the D major scale. The first 20 pieces consist of two independent tunes that can be played as duets - one for open strings and a more advanced part using the left-hand fingers, which students can revisit as they progress. Ideal for individual and group lessons as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download.This Teacher's Accompaniment book provides the complete piano accompaniments which work with any combination of instrumental parts.

Stringtastic Beginners is a fun new series designed to teach through playing in an engaging exploration of musical styles. A fully integrated series, violin, viola, cello, and double bass can all learn and play together in any combination. Each book contains over 40 imaginative pieces to steadily establish a secure playing technique and build confidence, one step at a time, taking the student from complete beginner (open strings) to playing the notes of the D major scale. The first 20 pieces consist of two independent tunes that can be played as duets - one for open strings and a more advanced part using the left-hand fingers, which students can revisit as they progress. Ideal for individual and group lessons as well as flexible ensemble and classroom settings. Every piece is supported by an exciting backing track plus a piano-only track for practice, all available to download. Plus, the teacher's book provides the complete piano accompaniments which work with any combination of instrumental parts.

An inspiring story about the bravery and sacrifices of Australian nurses in World War I, by award-winning author and illustrator Mark Wilson.

A stirring story of the goldfields and the Eureka Rebellion, by award-winning author/illustrator Mark WilsonMolly and her father have emigrated to Australia to try their luck as gold prospectors in Ballarat, Victoria. Life on the diggings is hard and Molly misses her mother, who died before they left England. A Chinese teenager, Chen, shows Molly and her Papa how to pan for gold and helps them when their food and money run out. Not everyone on the goldfields is friendly, however. Chen and other Chinese diggers are often bullied and the police lock up miners who haven't paid the exorbitant gold licence fee. Before long, Molly, Papa and Chen are caught up in a protest that will become known as the Eureka Rebellion - a legendary battle that will profoundly affect them all.From award-winning author and illustrator Mark Wilson, this powerful story is inspired by real people and historical events.

The first detailed and comprehensive examination of the role and evolution of the dictatorship as an integral element of the Roman Republic, this work also charts the flexibility of the dictatorship as it adapted to the needs of the Republic, reshaping its role in relation to the consuls, the senate, and the people.

Focuses on the practice of relational planning and the stimulation of local city-regional scale development planning in the context of the global knowledge economy and network society. This book explores the dynamics of technology-induced change that is taking place within the context of the global knowledge economy and network society.