neurosciences

"When you go to sleep, what does your brain do? Does it rest too? It can't because it's busy working while you snooze! It repairs, and resets, and helps your body even when you aren't awake. Using up-to-date research to explore our brains' critical functions when we are asleep, psychology experts JoAnn and Terrence Deak invite kids (and adults) to unpack all the amazing things your brain is doing when you're not awake-and why it's so important to get your sleep!"--.

"Kids learn about the brain in this collection of fun, illuminating experiments they can do themselves"--Provided by publisher.

"A step-by-step guide to using the brain's hardwired desire for story to achieve any goal, whether it's successfully pitching a product, saving the planet, or convincing your kids not to text and drive, from the author of Wired for Story"--Provided by publisher.

"Describing in everyday language how genetics, epigenetics, microbiology, and psychology work together to influence our personality and actions. . . [including] insights that shine a light on who we really are--and how we might become our best selves"--Amazon.

Rahul Jandial discusses his experiences as a brain surgeon.

Discusses the history of the human brain, including how it developed, the emotional side, and the future of the brain.

Discusses how the brain works and how to treat it well, including getting enough exercise and sleep, how to learn effectively, and how the brain evolved, presenting twelve principles for optimum brain performance at work, home, and school.

"Upgrade Your Teaching merges discoveries from neuroscience with the Understanding by Design framework to help teachers improve curriculum, instruction, and assessment"-- Provided by publisher.

Explores the anatomy and function of the human brain, with updated information based on the latest technology and research, even into such things as brain implants and artificial stimulation. Includes hundreds of images and diagrams, as well as a glossary.

"From the author of How Emotions Are Made, a myth-busting primer on the brain, in the tradition of Seven Brief Lessons on Physics and Astrophysics for People in a Hurry"--.