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Elliott Jaques is Canada's Peter Drucker but as a psychologist gets stuck in creating nomenclature that is difficult to follow. This work has the benefit of wordsmithing by a coauthor (S. Clement)which releases the valuable content to us in clear discussion. And what insight there is when viewing organization and management from this different point of view. Whatever your beliefs are of management and leadership this book will sharpen and deepen your understanding. At the heart of Jaques discovery is that just as we say some people "run deep" he believes they also have differing time horizons in their operating mode. It follows that higher management positions must be able to "see" further ahead if they are to contribute value to their direct reports. Read this book for its uniqueness and intriguing insight.

Elliott Jaques devised a system for analyzing executive ability based upon an individual's time horizon--the maximum period of time in the future toward which his/her work activities were aimed in their performance. He reached this conclusion during extensive, longitudinal, empirical studies in England. His series of books reflect his elaboration and extension of this finding. He worked, for a time, with Dr. Owen Jacobs of the U.S. Army (and then the Industrial College of the Armed Forces, ICAF). Jaques prior, groundbreaking book, "Requisite Organization" is more pictorial than this volume. The present work is oriented more towards practicing executives. After reading it, I bought a copy and loaned it to my boss! I wish more bosses would read it--and carefully at that. The charts provided are engaging and thought-provoking. A less extensive volume, "Human Capability" follows in sequence. Jaques wrote it with is wife and publisher: Kathryn Cason. It is a fine sequel, adding some additional perspectives and completing the charts that Jaques developed over time. These books are most strongly recommended for serious students and practitioners of management. They go far in attempting to move management into management science.

This book offers up solid advice for the person who would like to be more expressive but isn't sure where to start. There are easy projects that can readily be adapted to one's own ideas. Colorful photos accompany the clear, concise directions. Questions are prompts for exploring issues and feelings released as we explore ourselves using left-brain creativity. I simultaneously was reading Estes' Women Who Run with the Wolves, a Jungian interpretation of folk tales that provide clues about how to access our inner wild woman. Exploring Yourself through Art was the perfect practical manual to supplement that intellectual journey.

I bought this book while searching for directives to do with my art therapy groups. The cover was so enticing I had to take a look, but I never expected to find the treasure trove inside. This is the book I have dreamed of writing myself. It is laid out beautifully, it is colorful, has great photos, good explanations, and is overall very inviting. Just thumbing through it makes me want to pull out some paints and play.

One of my favorite features is the questions to think about after each directive.

I think this is a great book for an individual to explore self expression through art, and also for the art therapy intern, hungry for ideas.

I bought this for my 6 yr. daughter. She's very interested in Space. It's a good quality book (no cheap paper). It has a lot of information from the past. First attempt into space they sent a dog. My daughter is very smart and understands what she is reading (or what I help her read). I would say it's more for 8 yrs and up (but perfect for a younger mature child). It has original pictures (not cartoon drawings) and is very educational for the whole family (if you are interested in learning about space). I recommend it for your collection.

In true Mary Kay Carson fashion, Exploring the Solar System : A History with 22 Activities isn't dumbed down even the slightest. Carson respects children and seems to grasp well what they can be expected to understand - which is often more than what they are credited with. As a result, her text is thorough and frank and can easily be read to would-be astronauts as young as 4 or 5 years. And the illustrative photos are stunning, the perfect foil for the text in capturing the imagination. From interviews with well-regarded scientists (including explanations of how they themselves became interested in studying space) to easy-to-execute activities to a very thorough timeline of space exploration, Carson has once again thought of everything for engaging our own little scientists. I simply cannot recommend this book enough.

Congratulations Zelda. It is obvious that your consistency and diligence to your gift has blossomed into something wonderful. This is an excellent publication. May God continue to bless you. Pat and Earnestine 9/12/02

Fabric Crafts (158180153X ...) by Zelda Grant tells how to express yourself with fabric, using unique fabrics to create 15 stylish projects from home accessories to greeting cards and covered boxes. The fullcolor stepbystep photos are closein displays of technique and are beautiful examples of a crafts book which is easy to use.

This book is part of a series that Mary Engelbreit issued a few years ago. This book series is comprised of these nifty little books filled with great ideas, depending on the topic. The photos in the book are absolutely amazing, just as all of M.E.'s books have wondeful photos. Ideas are easy to follow. Very inspirational.

Mary Engelbreit's Fabric: Projects And Creative Decorating Ideas is a superbly presented, profusely illustrated, non- technical collections of ideas and projects for home decor. Complete with useful shopping lists and "Fabric Workshops" providing glimpses into the studios and homes of artists and decorators who have used fabric in new and unusual ways, Very highly recommended for do-it-yourself interior designers and adventurous needlecrafters seeking to enhance and personalize their homes and apartments, Mary Engelbreit's Fabric explores the almost endless ways textiles can personalize any home decorating scheme.

Dear Mr. Calhoun, I read your two books. One of theme was " Fair Play ". I really loved it because I like dinosours and I want to be a dinosour searcher like Fenton.I read your book in Turkish. This summer I want to read your other books in English. The " Fair Play " was my term homework. Next week I'll talk abaut it in my class.By the way I couldn't find any information abaut you ( as the outher of the book ). If you give me information abaut yourself it will help my homework and my friends will learn more abaut you and this will make me more happy.Sincerelly, Mehmet

Dear Mr. Calhoun, I read your two books. One of theme is " Fair Play ". I really loved it because I like dinosours and I want to be a dinosour searcher like Fenton.I read your book in Turkish. This summer I want to read your other books in English. The " Fair Play " was my term homework. Next week I'll talk abaut it in my class.By the way I couldn't find any information abaut you ( as the outher of the book ). If you give me information abaut yourself it will help my homework and my friends will learn more abaut you and this will make me happy.Sincerelly, Mehmet

I first saw this book at my library and checked it out. I have purchased many knitting books over the years that I have been disappointed in so i was glad that I found this one at the library first. It is awesome. The only complaint or recommendation that I would have is that it include larger kids sizes or even adults. There are many items in this book that would be wonderful on adults as well and how cute would it be to have clothes that matched. I found so many patterns that my daughter and I wanted to do, I just had to ask her which one first. This is definitely worth buying because you will use the patterns in it again and again.

What a fun book of patterns for kids . . . I only wish some of them came in adult sizes! Easy directions, fun and contemporary patterns, a definite knitting library addition!

This is a breath of fresh air! Carol Scheffler has offered ideas for fun times with your children that are easy, different and produce projects that you actually want to keep around the house! Her directions are crystal clear and easy to follow. She also understands what children - and moms - like!

Scheffler has hit it out of the park again. Her first rubber stamping book was fantastic, and this one just adds to her great reputation. Beautifully laid out and easy to follow, Scheffler lets her imagination be her guide. If you need a gift for a family member or friend and want to do a little something creative and/or unusual, this book is the rainbow that'll lead you to the pot of gold. My friends are asking how I suddenly got so clever! Thank you, Carol!

Many wonderful projects for the experienced or weekend handyman. Simple, yet classic pieces that will enhance any yard.

If you want to build your own shed, playstructure or make a simple picnic table, this is the book for you. The instructions are simple, clear and accurate. Fence building techniques, reatining walls, and building steps into slopes are also outlined in great detail!

Young readers devoted to the world of Felicity will do well by following her most excellent example! Felicity's Craft Book may teach you all the skills needed to produce this lovely assortment of useful and beautiful items.

All the instructions are here, and what is most wonderful is that learning these skills will benefit Felicity's fans long after they outgrow the doll! Of course, Williamsburg's most outstanding young lady would never have a book without lots of background information about life in the 18th century.

Highly recommended!

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