Baby Sounds


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A baby-sized introduction to sounds we hear every day, and a delightful companion to Baby Signs Long before they can speak, babies are listening. And with this book of fourteen everyday sounds, babies and toddlers are encouraged to interact with parents, caregivers, and the noisy world around them in ways that widen their sensory awareness and expand their vocabulary. From a tweeting bird to clanging pots, a beeping phone to honking cars, the splash! of water to the sound of a kiss--mmmwah!--this book is full of the sounds that fill a baby's day. Perfect for little hands to grasp, this is a delightful stand-alone or a lovely companion to Baby Signs.




English ABC - Lesson 1 Sounds, Signs and Sentences


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Learn English signs, sounds and sentences with this book. It is part of a series called `English ABC - Alford Books Club`. There are seven Lessons that help us practice English - one fun story at a time. People who speak English are richer than those who don’t.




The Sounds of Spoken English


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Walter Ripman's 'The Sounds of Spoken English' is a comprehensive exploration of the phonetics and phonology of the English language. The book delves into the various sounds of English and their production, showcasing Ripman's meticulous attention to detail and scholarly analysis. Written in a scholarly and academic style, the book provides readers with a deep understanding of phonetic elements like vowels, consonants, and intonation patterns, enhancing their knowledge of how spoken English functions. Ripman's work is a valuable contribution to the field of linguistics, offering a thorough examination of the sounds that make up the English language. The book is a must-read for students and scholars interested in phonetics, phonology, and the English language. Ripman's expertise and research in the field make 'The Sounds of Spoken English' an essential resource for anyone looking to deepen their understanding of English sounds and pronunciation.




Practical Cosmophonography


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Top 60 Signs for Nurses - E-Book


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Presented in a useful handbook style, Top 60 Signs for Nurses: Quick reference guide for best practice care outlines the evidence base and clinical value of each clinical sign to assist with interpretation. Each of the signs is related back to the mechanism of action along with clearly documented research to demonstrate the evidence base associated with this sign. - Signs are ordered alphabetically within each chapter outlining a specific body system - Extensive reference lists of up-to-date literature strengthen the authority of the content - Clinical Pearls highlight the main signs which students and graduate nurses should look out for to help them identify conditions with which the patients present







Writing


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Writing: Theory and History of the Technology of Civilization traces the origins of writing tied to speech from ancient Sumer through the Greek alphabet and beyond. Examines the earliest evidence for writing in Mesopotamia in the fourth millennium BC, the origins of purely phonographic systems, and the mystery of alphabetic writing Includes discussions of Ancient Egyptian,Chinese, and Mayan writing Shows how the structures of writing served and do serve social needs and in turn create patterns of social behavior Clarifies the argument with many illustrations




Sacred Signs


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Hieroglyphs were far more than a language. They were an omnipresent and all powerful force in communicating the messages of ancient Egyptian culture for over three thousand years; used as monumental art, as a means of identifying Egyptianess, and for rarified communication with the gods.In this exciting new study, Penelope Wilson explores the cultural significance of the script with an emphasis on previously neglected areas such as cryptography, the continuing decipherment post-Champollion, and the powerful fascination hieroglyphs still hold for us today.




Portable Signs and Symptoms


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Portable Signs & Symptoms is a compact powerhouse of clinical information on signs, symptoms, and assessment techniques. Our nurse-experts have sorted through the mass of clinical information and focused in on what nurses need most in daily practice. This need-to-know information is presented in an easy-to-use, concise format for time-starved nurses, with bullets, lists, and hundreds of illustrations, charts, diagrams, and photographs. A full-color assessment section offers step-by-step details on essential nursing assessment techniques. The second section presents descriptions and causes for hundreds of signs and symptoms. Banner headlines indicate life-threatening signs and symptoms, and text boxes highlight emergency interventions.