Official Final Fantasy VII Strategy Guide, Playstation Version
by David Cassady
from BRADY GAMES
This Squaresoft-sanctioned book on one of the most highly anticipated console games ever does not disappoint. Those who have managed to obtain a copy of the game (descriptions of rioting and fighting upon the retail release of Final Fantasy IIV sound like sheer hyperbole, but probably aren't) will find plenty of helpful clues, maps, and general game play advice. Those less fortunate can at least take solace in--or further whet their appetites with--the hundreds of beautiful glossy screen shots that fill each chapter.
With the Official Final Fantasy VII Strategy Guide gamers have the opportunity to save their world from an evil corporation which is siphoning off energy from the planet. Complete walkthroughs and all the maps help players navigate the game. Character descriptions, complete lists of items, monsters and magic and the revelation of all the secrets help players defeat the evil corporation. The ONLY Guide with COMPLETE Coverage of the American Game! Find over 350 full-color maps, ultimate weapons, extreme breaks, complete bestiary, walkthroughs, character bios, boss strategies, materia combinations, and more.
World of Warcraft Master Guide, Second Edition (World of Warcraft)
by BradyGames
from Brady Games
BradyGames’ World of Warcraft Master Guide, Second Edition includes the following:
- Class strategies, abilities and talents.
- Essential stats and updated strategies for each of the 8 races and 9 classes for both the Horde and Alliance.
- Updated must-have quest data--contacts, objectives, item rewards and more.
- Updated profession sections provide data on created items, requirements and item components.
- Weapon, armor and item tables, ability and spell lists, and bestiary.
- Updated maps of each city and region, with call outs for characters, quest locations, dungeons, and more.
Platform: PC
Genre: Role-Playing Game
This product is available for sale worldwide.The Official Pokémon Handbook
by Maria S. Barbo
from Scholastic Inc.
XNA Game Studio Express: Developing Games for Windows and the Xbox 360
by Joseph B Hall
from Course Technology PTR
XNA Game Studio Express: Developing Games for Windows and the Xbox 360 is the ultimate resource for hobbyists and students who want to write games for Windows and the Xbox 360 game console. Learn how you can create your own games using the amazing tools of XNA and Game Studio Express, the free game development tools and APIs from Microsoft, based on the incredibly popular Visual Studio IDE. You'll begin with an introduction to the XNA platform and the Game Studio Express development environment. From there, you'll examine many different game genres and will develop your own working games. You'll also cover writing components and libraries and will develop reusable code that can be plugged into your game projects. Wrap things up with a collection of more advanced topics. To get the most out of this unique guide you will need a working knowledge of programming, but readers with a variety of backgrounds will still benefit from the comprehensive coverage found inside. XNA will turn players into developers, doing for game creation what YouTube and myspace have done for music and video.
Stories from Around the World (Stories for Young Children)
by Heather Amery
from Educational Development Corporation
Cyber-Safe Kids, Cyber-Savvy Teens: Helping Young People Learn To Use the Internet Safely and Responsibly
by Nancy E. Willard
from Jossey-Bass
Essential strategies to keep children and teens safe online
As our children and teens race down the onramp to the Information Superhighway, many parents feel left behind in the dust. News stories about online sexual predators, child pornography, cyberbullies, hate groups, gaming addiction, and other dangers that lurk in the online world make us feel increasingly concerned about what our children are doing (and with whom) in cyberspace. In Cyber-Safe Kids, Cyber-Savvy Teens, Internet safety expert Nancy Willard provides you with need-to-know information about those online dangers, and she gives you the practical parenting strategies necessary to help children and teens learn to use the Internet safely and responsibly.
Parents protect younger children by keeping them in safe places, teaching them simple safety rules, and paying close attention. As children grow, we help them gain the knowledge, skills, and values to make good choices—choices that will keep them safe and show respect for the rights of others. In Cyber-Safe Kids, Cyber-Savvy Teens, Willard shows you how those same strategies can be translated from the real world to the cyberworld, and that you don't have to learn advanced computer skills to put them into effect. As you work on these strategies with your child, you will also discover that remaining engaged with what your children are doing online is much more valuable than any blocking software you could buy.
"Willard blends the perspectives of a wise parent and a serious scholar about issues related to Internet behavior and safety. . . . Pick up the book, open it to any random page, and you will find on that page or nearby a wealth of helpful advice and useful commentary on the cyberreality facing our children and on how to deal with any of the issues she's identified."
—Dick Thornburgh, J.D., former U.S. Attorney General; chair, National Academy of Sciences Committee on Youth Pornography and the Internet
"Simply put, this book is a must-read for anyone—parents, educators, law enforcement, and policymakers alike—concerned with the critical issue of children's internet safety and what to do about it."
—Douglas Levin, senior director of education policy, Cable in the Classroom
Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Official Strategy Guide (Bradygames Signature Series)
by Tim Bogenn
from BRADY GAMES
BradyGames' Grand Theft Auto: Vice City Official Strategy Guide provides expert strategies that show gamers the steps to climbing the ladder of crime. Complete maps serve as the best visual reference for Vice City and help gamers find everything. Tactics on all the odd jobs, extra missions, Unique Jumps, and Rampage Challenges. Comprehensive vehicle coverage giving gamers a virtual showroom of every sweet ride available. Secrets revealed including, hidden packages, tips for opening up new vehicles and locating extra power-ups. Exclusive cheats are revealed, plus a few more surprises!
This Signature Series guide features a special cover treatment, exclusive content, and a giant poster!
MySpace/OurPlanet: Change Is Possible
by Myspace Community
from HarperTeen
You can change the world. Here's how.
Our climate is changing and human actions are the cause. Maybe you don't know why, or what to do about it. We do. In fact, we wrote a book about it (this book, the one in your hands). We'll harness your green intentions and push you beyond turning off the AC every once in a while. It's all in here:
- how to keep the planet healthy
- facts and info
- real-life stories
- suggestions and challenges
- eco-tips from MySpace users around the globe.
Everybody who submitted a tip got their username in this book, btw.
Each of us has the power to make a difference—open this book, arm yourself with knowledge, and start now. (Seriously. What are you waiting for?)
Be Prepared for the AP Computer Science Exam in Java
by Maria Litvin
from Skylight Publishing
This is the third edition of the best-selling AP Computer Science exam prep book. Thorough review chapters cover all of the A- and AB-level material and the GridWorld case study. Includes five complete practice exams, three A and two AB, with no overlap.
The Official Guide to 3D GameStudio
by Mike Duggan
from Course Technology PTR
If you're a video game enthusiast, then you've probably thought more than once about creating your own games. Now you can develop your own 3D games using 3D GameStudio! The Official Guide to 3D GameStudio will help you develop the skills you need to create a variety of games, including first-person shooter and fantasy role-playing. Learn how to make a game from start to finish using the most readily found tools in the industry. You ll cover the fundamentals of character animation, level building, and programming various effects. You'll even get tips on the game industry as a whole, including how video games are made, what job opportunities exist, and how you can break into the industry. Whether you want to make games for your own enjoyment or to build your career portfolio, this all-in-one guide covers everything you need to know to make amazing 3D games!
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