Magnets, Grades 2 - 3


Book Description

Create a classroom atmosphere in which students learn scientific concepts and processes through exploration! Students will discover answers and share their findings. Includes 15 investigations, guiding questions, an individual assessment tool, literature connections, and a reproducible discovery journal. Supports NSE standards.




What Makes a Magnet?


Book Description

Read and find out about magnets in this colorfully illustrated nonfiction picture book. Why does a magnet pick up a paper clip but not a leaf or a penny? How can the whole world be a magnet? Follow the step-by-step instructions about how to make your own magnet, and then find out for yourself what makes a magnet! This is a clear and appealing science book for early elementary age kids, both at home and in the classroom. It's a Level 2 Let's-Read-and-Find-Out, which means the book explores more challenging concepts for children in the primary grades. The 100+ titles in this leading nonfiction series are: hands-on and visual acclaimed and trusted great for classrooms Top 10 reasons to love LRFOs: Entertain and educate at the same time Have appealing, child-centered topics Developmentally appropriate for emerging readers Focused; answering questions instead of using survey approach Employ engaging picture book quality illustrations Use simple charts and graphics to improve visual literacy skills Feature hands-on activities to engage young scientists Meet national science education standards Written/illustrated by award-winning authors/illustrators & vetted by an expert in the field Over 130 titles in print, meeting a wide range of kids' scientific interests Books in this series support the Common Core Learning Standards, Next Generation Science Standards, and the Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) standards. Let's-Read-and-Find-Out is the winner of the American Association for the Advancement of Science/Subaru Science Books & Films Prize for Outstanding Science Series.







Computed Tomography and Magnetic Resonance of the Thorax


Book Description

The thoroughly revised, updated Fourth Edition of this classic reference provides authoritative, current guidelines on chest imaging using state-of-the-art technologies, including multidetector CT, MRI, PET, and integrated CT-PET scanning. This edition features a brand-new chapter on cardiac imaging. Extensive descriptions of the use of PET have been added to the chapters on lung cancer, focal lung disease, and the pleura, chest wall, and diaphragm. Also included are recent PIOPED II findings on the role of CT angiography and CT venography in detecting pulmonary embolism. Complementing the text are 2,300 CT, MR, and PET scans made on the latest-generation scanners.







MR Imaging of the Pancreas, An Issue of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinics of North America


Book Description

This issue of MRI Clinics of North America focuses on MR Imaging of the Pancreas, and is edited by Drs. Kumar Sandrasegaran and Dushyant V. Sahani. Articles will include: Advanced MRI Techniques for Pancreas Imaging; PET/MRI for Pancreatic Diseases; The Role of MRI in Pancreas Cancer; Genetics of Pancreatic Neoplasms and Role of Screening; Cystic Pancreatic Tumors; Rare Pancreatic Tumors; Autoimmune Pancreatitis; Routine MRI for Pancreas; Neuroendocrine Tumors; Acute Pancreatitis: How Can MRI Help; Chronic Pancreatitis: What the Clinician Wants to Know from MRI; and more!




Magnet Status


Book Description

Magnet Status: Assessing, pursuing, and achieving nursing excellence is a "must read" for any organization considering the Magnet journey, especially those about to send in their Magnet application and fee. In practical, easy-to-understand language, this book will help you identify and assess the Return on investment (ROI) on Magnet status, and communicate this information with the c-suite in your facility. Magnet Status: Assessing, pursuing, and achieving nursing excellence will prepare your entire organization for this exciting journey, with best practices and advice, as well as lessons learned from hospitals that are pursuing or have already achieved Magnet Status. Don't take these costly steps prematurely - Magnet Status: Assessing, pursuing, and achieving nursing excellence will provide you with the tools and knowledge you need before embarking on the journey to Magnet status. Book jacket.







Computed Tomography & Magnetic Resonance Imaging Of The Whole Body E-Book


Book Description

Now more streamlined and focused than ever before, the 6th edition of CT and MRI of the Whole Body is a definitive reference that provides you with an enhanced understanding of advances in CT and MR imaging, delivered by a new team of international associate editors. Perfect for radiologists who need a comprehensive reference while working on difficult cases, it presents a complete yet concise overview of imaging applications, findings, and interpretation in every anatomic area. The new edition of this classic reference — released in its 40th year in print — is a must-have resource, now brought fully up to date for today’s radiology practice. Includes both MR and CT imaging applications, allowing you to view correlated images for all areas of the body. Coverage of interventional procedures helps you apply image-guided techniques. Includes clinical manifestations of each disease with cancer staging integrated throughout. Over 5,200 high quality CT, MR, and hybrid technology images in one definitive reference. For the radiologist who needs information on the latest cutting-edge techniques in rapidly changing imaging technologies, such as CT, MRI, and PET/CT, and for the resident who needs a comprehensive resource that gives a broad overview of CT and MRI capabilities. Brand-new team of new international associate editors provides a unique global perspective on the use of CT and MRI across the world. Completely revised in a new, more succinct presentation without redundancies for faster access to critical content. Vastly expanded section on new MRI and CT technology keeps you current with continuously evolving innovations.




Musculoskeletal MRI Ultrasound Correlation, An Issue of Magnetic Resonance Imaging Clinics of North America, E-Book


Book Description

In this issue, guest editors bring their considerable expertise to this important topic. - Contains 12 practice-oriented topics covering the MRI-US correlation in imaging of muscle disorders; painful shoulder conditions; wrist and finger injuries; acute and chronic elbow disorders; ankle injuries and overuse syndromes; and more. - Provides in-depth clinical reviews on musculoskeletal MRI-ultrasound correlation, offering actionable insights for clinical practice. - Presents the latest information on this timely, focused topic under the leadership of experienced editors in the field. Authors synthesize and distill the latest research and practice guidelines to create clinically significant, topic-based reviews.