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The myth of laziness

2004
Examines how low productivity, whether in school or on the job, can be caused by a neuro-developmental dysfunction and discusses how it can be identified and overcome.

From assembly lines to home offices

how work has changed
2012
Text and historical and modern photographs describe how work has changed over time, discussing computers, safety equipment, and other related topics.

Earning money

2012
This book describes how people earn money, types of industries and sectors, and how earning money has changed from past to present.

Loudmouth George earns his allowance

2007
George tries to trick his brothers into doing his chores for him so that he can go to the movies with his friend, but things do not turn out exactly the way he wants them to.

Frida's office day

1989
Frida Cat goes in to work with her father, spends the morning helping him in his office, and has a fun afternoon with him enjoying the big city.

Dulcie's taste of magic

2008
Dulcie the fairy, who likes to work hard as head baker for Queen Clarion, reluctantly takes a vacation.

Shop class as soulcraft

an inquiry into the value of work
2010
Presents a discussion of the value of working with one's hands in order to connect intellect with the material world, and examines the divide between thinking and doing that began with the assembly line and can be bridged through self-reliance and concrete living.

Personal decisions in the public square

beyond problem solving into a positive sociology
2012
Explores the sociology behind personal decisions and the pursuit of quality of life.

The way we're working isn't working

the four forgotten needs that energize great performance
2010
Contends that companies neglect four core needs of employees, including sustainability, security, self-expression, and significance, which results in workers becoming disengaged, and provides suggestions on how to face rising demands while also fostering renewal and resilience.

The myth of laziness

2003
Examines how low productivity, whether in school or on the job, can be caused by a neuro-developmental dysfunction and discusses how it can be identified and overcome.

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