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Acrobats and Mountebanks
In 'Acrobats and Mountebanks,' Hugues Le Roux offers readers a meticulous deep-dive into the exhilarating world of performers who have long captivated audiences with their daring feats and deft maneuvers. With co-author Jules Garnier, Le Roux captures the essence of these entertainers in a rich tapestry of descriptive prose, bringing to life their trials, tribulations, and triumphs. This carefully recreated edition by DigiCat Publishing breathes new life into a classic text, ensuring its themes are preserved within our collective literary heritage. The text not only recounts vivid narratives but also examines the broader cultural significance of these performers within historical and sociolo...
The Acrobats of Agra
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The Psychology of Problem Solving
Problems are a central part of human life. The Psychology of Problem Solving organizes in one volume much of what psychologists know about problem solving and the factors that contribute to its success or failure. There are chapters by leading experts in this field, including Miriam Bassok, Randall Engle, Anders Ericsson, Arthur Graesser, Keith Stanovich, Norbert Schwarz, and Barry Zimmerman, among others. The Psychology of Problem Solving is divided into four parts. Following an introduction that reviews the nature of problems and the history and methods of the field, Part II focuses on individual differences in, and the influence of, the abilities and skills that humans bring to problem situations. Part III examines motivational and emotional states and cognitive strategies that influence problem solving performance, while Part IV summarizes and integrates the various views of problem solving proposed in the preceding chapters.
Acrobatics for Children & Teenagers
Children and teenagers find acrobatics exciting. The challenge of risking their equilibrium together and building human formations is intriguing. Team spirit and the willingness to cooperate are required. Many of the spectacular human pyramids and partner balances are easy to learn and considerable progress can be made in a short period of time. This book provides a vivid and informative description of the principles of partner acrobatics with children and teenagers. It provides suggestions on how to begin and how to design meaningful training sessions, as well as different options for the structuring of performances. In addition to the many preparatory exercises, the practical portion of th...
No Way! Amazing Acrobatics
Acrobatics is more than just flying through the air. It is the demonstration of flexibility, strength, balance, and coordination. Modern day acrobatics include parkour, walking a high wire, swinging on a trapeze, juggling, riding a unicycle, and more. Developed by Timothy Rasinski and featuring TIME content, this nonfiction book includes essential text features like an index, captions, glossary, and table of contents. The intriguing sidebars, fascinating images, and detailed Reader's Guide prompt students to connect back to the text. The Think Link and Dig Deeper sections develop students' higher-order thinking skills. The Check It Out! section includes suggested resources for further reading. Aligned with state standards, this title features complex and rigorous content appropriate for students preparing for college and career readiness.
No Way! Amazing Acrobatics 6-Pack
Welcome to the world of extreme acrobatics! From parkour traceurs to Cirque du Soleil performers, students will be engaged in reading about the artistry and athleticism behind these amazing feats. Featuring TIME content, this high-interest nonfiction reader builds critical literacy skills. The intriguing sidebars feature fun facts that challenge students to think more deeply about the topics and develop higher-order thinking. Informational text features include a table of contents, captions, bold font, an extensive glossary, and a detailed index to deepen understanding and build academic vocabulary. The Try It! culminating activity requires students to connect back to the text, and the Reader's Guide provides opportunities for additional language-development activities. Developed by Timothy Rasinski, a leading expert in reading research, this title aligns with McREL, WIDA/TESOL, and state standards. This 6-Pack includes six copies of this title and a lesson plan.
No Way! Amazing Acrobatics
Twisted! Extreme Acrobatics offers an exciting nonfiction reader that builds critical reading skills while students are immersed in engaging subject area content. This text is purposefully leveled to increase comprehension with different learner types. Twisted! Extreme Acrobatics features complex and rigorous content appropriate for middle school students. Aligned with Common Core State Standards, this text connects with McREL, WIDA/TESOL standards and prepares students for college and career readiness.
Vaudeville old & new
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The Ordinary Acrobat
The extraordinary story of a young man’s plunge into the unique and wonderful world of the circus—taking readers deep into circus history and its renaissance as a contemporary art form, and behind the (tented) walls of France’s most prestigious circus school. When Duncan Wall visited his first nouveau cirque as a college student in Paris, everything about it—the monochromatic costumes, the acrobat singing Simon and Garfunkel, the juggler reciting Proust—was captivating. Soon he was waiting outside stage doors, eagerly chatting with the stars, and attending circuses two or three nights a week. So great was his enthusiasm that a year later he applied on a whim to the training program...
Acrobat Family
"Count from one to ten as the circus acts reveal their acrobatic feats of skill and strength on the pages of this pop-up book."--
