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The Corporate Bullshit Receptivity Scale: Development, validation, and associations with workplace outcomes
The Corporate Bullshit Receptivity Scale: Development, validation, and associations with workplace outcomes Author links open overlay panelShane Littrell a b Show more Highlights • Introduces a new individual differences measure of corporate bullshit receptivity • Distinguishes corporate bullshit receptivity from a general corporate speech affinity • Establishes a nomological network with cognitive, job, and BS-related traits • Higher receptivity is linked to lower analytic thinking and fluid...
The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs Book Review
age 4+ Garden fantasy casts a strange spell. Parents need to know that The Leaf Men and the Brave Good Bugs is no gentle garden tale. The garden's fate is tied to the declining health of an elderly woman, the gentle bugs' efforts to save her lead to a fierce battle and the defeat of an evil queen. The characters in this picture book, originally published in 1996, are the inspiration for the animated film Epic.
The Numberlys Book Review
age 3+ Imaginative tale of inventing alphabet fosters creativity. Parents need to know that William Joyce's The Numberlys is an imaginative chronicle of a group of friends who create the alphabet in a land once ruled by stuffy numbers. It's a great book for highlighting the process of making art, the getting-your-hands-dirty aspect of creation, and the thrill of discovering new things through work and creative spark. The book is based on the engaging, award-winning Numberlys app.
A Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack Book Review
age 3+ Funny, fractured version of "Jack and the Beanstalk." Parents need to know that A Bean, a Stalk and a Boy Named Jack is by popular, prolific, award-winning author/illustrator William Joyce (The Numberlys, The Guardians of Childhood). This book is a retelling of "Jack and the Beanstalk," with a colloquial narration that's played for laughs. Joyce also plays fast and furious with the details of the original story.
Billy's Booger Book Review
age 6+ Funny, gross picture book packs positive messages. Parents need to know that, as the title suggests, Billy's Booger includes a lot about nasal secretions in all their forms, with gross humor galore to tickle the funny bone of young readers, especially boys.
Santa Calls Book Review
age 4+ Dazzling art, high adventure in wild ride to North Pole. Parents need to know that William Joyce's Santa Calls is a lushly illustrated, elaborate fantasy set in 1908. Orphaned cowboy kid Art, his little sister, Esther, and his best friend, Spaulding Littlefeets, a Comanche, travel in from their prairie home in Abilene, Texas, to the North Pole in a flying machine dubbed the Yuletide Flyer, sent by Santa himself.
Triff die Robinsons
» Skurril amüsanter Jux für Jung und Alt « Waisenkind Lewis hat die Hoffnung auf eine Adoption längst aufgegeben, da taucht der schräge Wilbur Robinson bei ihm auf. Er nimmt den kleinen Erfinder auf eine abenteuerliche Zeitreise mit, wo sie es mit den fiesen Killermelonen zu tun bekommen - wo aber vielleicht auch eine neue Familie auf den Knirps warten könnte... Stephen J. Anderson Jordan Fry (Lewis (voce)), Stephen J.
Die Hüter des Lichts
» Simple, aber flotte Ode an die Phantasie « Beschreibung Allen Kindern droht in Zukunft ein böses Erwachen! Pitch Black, der Meister der Albträume, will die Gedanken der schlafenden Kleinen manipulieren und Angst und Schrecken verbreiten. Seinen fiesen Plänen steht jedoch eine mächtige Gemeinschaft gegenüber: Weihnachtsmann, Zahnfee, Osterhase und Sandmann kämpfen zusammen für Hoffnungen, Träume und Erinnerungen.
William Joyce’s New Picture Book Rocket Puppies: An Adorable Tale with a Zany Twist
(Loving Living Local) –Today, we’re thrilled to introduce a delightful new children’s book from renowned author William Joyce. Known for his award-winning works like The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore and Roly Poly, Joyce now brings us Rocket Puppies, a zany tale about a group of adorable puppies with a mission to brighten even the gloomiest day. Let’s dive into this imaginative world, designed to bring joy and smiles to readers of all ages.
ROCKET PUPPIES | Kirkus Reviews
Powered by whimsy and nostalgia, a doggone adorable tale of superheroes transforming the world for the better. Can flying puppies, fueled by people’s hugs, save the world from gloom? Light-skinned Snarly McBummerpants is busy sending out Mopey Smokes (evil-looking dark brown clouds) from his volcano on the Island of Woe to create a sad state of affairs.
Genetic excision of the regulatory cardiac troponin I extension in high-heart rate mammal clades
Editor’s summary Human heart rates vary depending on conditions such as stress, fever, and activity. Nevertheless, they remain within a narrow range, and an overly rapid heart rate is not tolerated because it does not leave enough time for the heart to fill with blood between contractions during diastole. However, some animals such as bats and shrews have heart rates that are more than 10 times higher than that of humans but cause no ill effects. Joyce et al.
Genetic excision of the regulatory cardiac troponin I extension in high heart rate mammal clades
Abstract Mammalian cardiac troponin I (cTnI) contains a highly conserved N-terminal extension harboring protein kinase A targets (Ser23/24) which are phosphorylated during β-adrenergic stimulation to increase cardiomyocyte relaxation rate.
10 Best Villain Performances in Animated Movies
From Jeremy Irons as Scar to Ian McShane as Tai Lung, these animated villain performances added plenty of intensity to their movies. Summary Famous actors excel at voice-acting in animated movies, adding stakes and charm to iconic villains. Talented actors like Jude Law, Djimon Hounsou, and Donna Murphy bring life to menacing animated antagonists. Villains like Lord Shen, Drago Bludvist, and Mother Gothel stand out thanks to the actors' captivating performances.
29 Cool Children's Books About Winter
Holidays Home›Holidays›29 Cool Children’s Books About Winter By Matthew Lynch February 26, 2024 0 Spread the love Winter is a magical time of year that brings a sense of wonder and excitement in kids. It also offers a fantastic opportunity for parents to find engaging children’s books about winter that capture the imagination and teach something new. Here are 29 cool children’s books about winter to add to your reading list. 1. Snowflakes Fall by Patricia MacLachlan 2. The Mitten by Jan Brett 3.
10 Best Animated Movies That Deserved a Sequel
From Megamind to The Lego Batman Movie, people are still demanding a sequel to these entertaining animated movies. When an animated movie becomes a hit with critics, audiences, and at the box office, the likelihood of them getting a sequel is very high. Popular franchises like Shrek, Toy Story, and Despicable Me have released multiple installments that have become successful. However, not every entertaining and well-received animated movie gets a sequel.
Parallel genetic excisions of the cardiac troponin I N-terminal extension in tachycardic mammals
Abstract Mammalian cardiac troponin I (cTnI) contains a highly conserved N-terminal extension harboring protein kinase A targets (Ser23/24) which are phosphorylated during β-adrenergic stimulation to increase cardiomyocyte relaxation rate.
Gremlins 3 & 9 Other Holiday Sequels & Spinoffs That Never Happened
A movie franchise can be the gift that keeps on giving, but Gremlins 3 and countless other seasonal sequels failed to come home for the holidays. As horror enthusiasts eagerly await news of Gremlins 3 and discussions emerge about the potential sequel to The Nightmare Before Christmas, a realization dawns about the multitude of holiday follow-up films that never materialized. Every December, numerous individuals gather around phones, laptops, and TV screens to indulge in seasonal specials.
10 Darkest Monsters in Holiday Movies
In Santa’s shadow lurks a slew of twisted creatures whose hellraising holiday antics prove there are worse things than coal to get on Christmas. Halloween summons all kinds of ghouls, ghosts, and monsters, but the holiday season also comes with a collective of dark creatures. Whether it's the creepy Krampus or the gruesome Grither, many movie monsters have audiences checking beneath their tree for more than Santa's annual haul of presents.
Rise of the Guardians (2012)
Director: Peter Ramsey, William Joyce Writers: Cast: Chris Pine, Isla Fisher, Hugh Jackman, Tom Kenny, Alec Baldwin, Jude Law Released: Wednesday, November 21, 2012 Length: 97 minutes Studio: DreamWorks Animation Genre: Family Rating: Some material may not be suitable for children.
Parallel genetic excisions of the cardiac troponin I N-terminal extension in tachycardic mammals
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Winter Reading Recommendations
Take a look at some of our recommended novels that go great with a cup of hot chocolate and a cozy blanket.
Evolutionary loss of the β1-adrenergic receptor in salmonids
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Louisiana Public Broadcasting to air two-part documentary about Louisiana history, culture Original
by Julie O'Donoghue, Louisiana Illuminator December 5, 2022 “Why Louisiana Ain’t Mississippi… Or Any Place Else!” That’s the apt name of Louisiana Public Broadcasting’s new, two-part documentary running next week that producers describe as a whirlwind tour of Louisiana’s history. Louisiana Commissioner of Administration Jay Dardenne inspired the program.
Olíkova dobrodružná výprava - William Joyce
O knize Olíkova dobrodružná výprava Dobrodružný příběh o převeliké odvaze a síle přátelství zavede čtenáře do tajuplné říše obývané nejoblíbenějšími dětskými hračkami. Platí v ní zákony staré jako dětství samo. A jen tam se naplňuje kouzlo, kterým se z obyčejné hračky stává hračka dítětem nejmilovanější. Jenže v hračkové říši žijí i padouši, a nejobávanější z nich je šaškovský král Zozo.
Hypoxia inducible factor-1α knockout does not impair acute thermal tolerance or heat hardening in zebrafish
1. Introduction As global temperatures, as well as the incidence of aquatic hypoxia [1,2], are on the rise, the tolerance of fishes to these stressors is expected to dictate future species distribution [3–5]. The physiological responses to increased temperature and hypoxia are interconnected from the cellular to the whole-organismal level [6–9] and it has been suggested, albeit not without controversy [10–12], that oxygen supply capacity limits thermal tolerance (OCLTT) in fishes [13–16].
Letter: Proposed liquor store would negatively impact 2 neighborhoods
OPINION William Joyce, Letter to the Editor Published 7:00 a.m. CT Oct. 7, 2019 To subscribe to The Times go to https://help.shreveporttimes.com/subscription-services Henrietta Wildsmith, Shreveport Times I have grave concerns with the approval of a liquor store on the corner of Gilbert Drive and Kings Highway. A liquor store that I believe will negatively impact two of Shreveport’s most historic and vibrant neighborhoods. I love Shreveport. I love my neighborhood.
Here are 5 excellent children's books about working through death
A great way to broach the topic of death with children is through literature. Each of these five books looks at death from a unique perspective and would be a great entry point for discussions in school or at home. “The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore” "The Fantastic Flying Books of Mr. Morris Lessmore" by William Joyce by William Joyce Every life tells a story, and every story has an ending.
Haw Haw Hammond and 20 Saboteur Tories Collaborate With Corbyn Bolshevik Coup
Lord Haw Haw Hammond, and twenty treacherous Tory MPs are siding with Labour leader Jeremy Corbyn‘s attempt at a Bolshevik coup to subvert democracy and revoke Article 50, thus ruining any chance of Brexit.
Lord Haw Haw Hammond to Punish Brits With Nasty Budget
Speaking from his bunker deep in the Treasury, the Remoaner, Lord Haw Haw Hammond broadcasted that he is delighted with the punishment budget he will unleash across the whole of Britain. The Voice of the Axis “In line with my Remainer policies, and the vile impudent populace who voted for Brexit, I wish to punish you deeply by raising taxes and taking away funding from key areas of the economy. It’s because you people <spitting> still do not capitulate to our masters in Brussels.
Lord Haw Haw Phillip Hammond to be Honoured by Brussels Unelected Eurocrats
The unashamed daily sabotage of anything to do with Brexit by Chancellor of the Exchequer, Philip Hammond, has found delightful praise from Brussels, and Germany. “We wish to honour Monsieur Hammond’s work in sabotaging Brexit. He has been successful in torpedoing any initiative to get out of the EU, and we especially enjoy his daily Project Fear updates,” one unelected member of the European Commission said from a luxurious 5-starred Michelin restaurant in the middle of Brussels.
Exclusive Cover Reveal: The Guardians By William Joyce
If you are one of the many fans of The Guardians series by William Joyce, or if you loved the movie Rise of the Guardians. I have the most exciting news for you! The final novel in this spectacular imaginative series is coming out this fall! It goes on sale on November 20th and you can pre-order it on Amazon. It’s already on my Christmas gift list for more than one child. Yes! We are finally getting the tale of Jack Frost, but that isn’t all.
Sweet holiday books bring good cheer to young readers
So, you're feeling like Scrooge because you've read "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" for the hundreth time to your kids? Truth be told, you actually hate the Whos in Whoville more than the Grinch ever did. It's time to break out some new material this holiday season. Here's a roundup of picture books with a fresh yuletide spirit.
Tune In To Audiobooks - Long Island Weekly
Crazy drivers, fussy kids and endless traffic can make road trips to see relatives seem like a nightmare, but thankfully, there’s reprieve in audiobooks. Escape the confines of your car with these family-friendly titles, which will not only engage the little ones, but have the adults in the car dialing in as well. This beloved classic deserves a revisit before the movie comes out next year.
Fairy Tales for Kids
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Alphabet Books
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What's Your Favorite Children's Book?
If You Give… Series by Laura Joffe Numeroff “The Congressman, his wife Caroline and their children Mary Elliot and Robert Hayes have enjoyed reading these books together as a family and as both children learned to read on their own.” —Rep. Robert Aderholt (R-Ala.) Mama, Do You Love Me? by Barbara Joosse “I have always adored the short story by Barbara Joosse, Mama, Do You Love Me?.
The Public Is Becoming Wiser About How The Media Works
Storytelling is a key part of human culture. Where politics and power are concerned, stories become something not only to be told, but to be shaped and influenced – so that, in many cases, they are used to mislead or deceive. Recent research for a lecture on “fake news” led me to wonder if there was a reason why it seems to spike at certain times.
Good news in an era of fake news-the public is becoming wiser about how the media works
Storytelling is a key part of human culture. Where politics and power are concerned, stories become something not only to be told, but to be shaped and influenced – so that, in many cases, they are used to mislead or deceive. Recent research for a lecture on "fake news" led me to wonder if there was a reason why it seems to spike at certain times.
Fake news: The public is becoming wiser about how the media works
Storytelling is a key part of human culture. Where politics and power are concerned, stories become something not only to be told, but to be shaped and influenced – so that, in many cases, they are used to mislead or deceive. Recent research for a lecture on “fake news” led me to wonder if there was a reason why it seems to spike at certain times.
Kid Lit Stars Brian Selznick and William Joyce Kick Up a Wild Rumpus
Brian Selznick (‘Hugo’) and William Joyce (‘Dinosaur Bob’) both have new books out. In a spirited conversation, they prove that they talk almost as well as they tell stories. Brian Selznick and William Joyce are two of the most acclaimed authors for young people currently at work.
Authors 'Round the South
(Columbia, SC) --The Southern Independent Booksellers Alliance (SIBA) is paying tribute to one of the South’s most beloved writers by renaming the SIBA Book Awards. This has been in the works since the news of Conroy’s 70th birthday. SIBA Executive Director Wanda Jewell confirmed that the organization had been planning to update the Award to make it more reflective of the current Southern bookselling community.
El origen de los Guardianes
PortadaCineTodas las películasPelículas Aventura El origen de los Guardianes en cines | 1h 37min | Aventura, Animación, Familia Dirigida por Peter Ramsey | Guion David Lindsay-Abaire Reparto Chris Pine, Isla Fisher, Alec Baldwin Título original Rise of the Guardians Medios Usuarios 4,2 1922 notas, 14 críticas Sensacine puntuar : 0.5 1 1.5 2 2.5 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 Sinopsis DreamWorks adapta y convierte en película de animación la serie de novelas escritas por William Joyce, 'The Guardians of...
Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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Children’s Picture Books
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