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Author
Publication Date
2014
Language
English
Formats
Description
The New York Times bestselling authors of Freakonomics offer a blueprint for an entirely new way to solve problems, whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms.
Levitt and Dubner take us inside their thought process and teach us all to think a bit more productively, more creatively, more rationally-- to think, that is, like a Freak. Whether your interest lies in minor lifehacks or major global reforms, you'll learn to put...
Author
Publisher
Crown
Publication Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
xvi, 342 pages, 16 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cm
Language
English
Description
"The New York Times bestselling author of The Year of Living Biblically goes on a journey to understand the enduring power of puzzles: why we love them, what they do to our brains, and how they can improve our world"-- Provided by publisher.
Author
Publication Date
[2019]
Language
English
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"In this collection of four stories, Yasmin takes charge of some sticky situations! At home, at school, or out and about, Yasmin faces challenges head on with creativity and quick thinking. Whether she's creating a new recipe, finding a way to rescue a stuck toy for a little friend, or calming down monkeys (and classmates!), a clever solution to any problem is just around the corner!"--Amazon.com.
Author
Publisher
Broadway Books
Publication Date
c2009
Physical Desc
xiii, 192 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.
Language
English
Description
In a heartfelt, deeply personal book, Gates shares the values and principles he has instilled in his children, and continues to practice on the world stage today as the co-chair of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.
Publisher
PBS Distribution
Publication Date
[2017]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (60 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
The President of the United States summons Peg and Cat to solve a problem of national importance: Strange signals are coming from space, in a pattern. In part two, Peg and Cat call everyone they know to save the Earth from a planet-sized pig's behind.
Publisher
NCircle Entertainment
Publication Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
1 videodisc (66 min.) : sound, color ; 4 3/4 in.
Language
English
Description
Living at the edges of our world and right under our noses are Doozers. Just who are the Doozers? They are green, they are cute, and they are three inches tall, full of energy, ideas, and enthusiasm: they are AWESOME! Doozers love to create, build, and innovate. Doozers are DOERS; they put their ideas into action!
Author
Publisher
PowerKids Press
Publication Date
[2020]
Physical Desc
pages cm.
Language
English
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"As children grow up, they learn to exercise greater independence in decision making and problem solving. The first step in either process is identification. Being able to name and understand a problem can illuminate possible solutions and set the problem-solving process in motion. This book provides tips and clear steps readers can take to identify problems and overcome obstacles. Real-world examples, colorful photos, and clear descriptions will...
10) It's a sign!
Author
Publisher
Hyperion Books for Children
Publication Date
2022.
Physical Desc
55 pages : color illustrations ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
One, Two, Kat, and Four want to form a club so together they figure out how to make a sign saying what their club should be called.
Author
Publisher
Rodale Kids
Publication Date
2020.
Physical Desc
1 volume : chiefly color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Language
English
Description
Have you ever met a Problem? They come in all shapes and sizes, and can pop up at the most inconvenient times. But you should know some things about them that will help you make them disappear...
Author
Publisher
Flatiron Books
Publication Date
[2023]
Physical Desc
x, 288 pages ; 22 cm
Language
English
Description
"Oxford University professor and award-winning researcher Paulo Savaget reveals the ways that the scrappiest organizations problem solve and how everyone can use the same tools at work and in life. We constantly encounter complex problems at home, in our places of work, and in society at large. Even if we had all the time and money in the world, sometimes no good solution can be found. So, what should we do, especially when we can't wait? The answer:...
Author
Publisher
Free Press
Publication Date
2011
Physical Desc
456 p. : ill. ; 24 cm.
Language
English
Description
Outlines a breakthrough approach to conflict resolution and creative problem solving that draws on the techniques of thinkers from a broad range of disciplines to explain how to incorporate diverse viewpoints for win-win solutions.
Author
Publisher
Pop!
Publication Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
24 pages : color illustrations ; 23 cm.
Language
English
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Description
This title introduces the concepts of debugging and problem solving in coding by using relatable real-world examples in the reader's everyday life. Vivid photographs and easy-to-read text aid comprehension for early readers. Features include an infographic, fun facts, Making Connections questions, a glossary, and an index. QR Codes in the book give readers access to book-specific resources to further their learning. Provided by publisher.
18) Shake it off!
Author
Publisher
Nancy Paulsen Books
Publication Date
2024.
Physical Desc
1 volume (unpaged) : color illustrations ; 27 cm
Language
English
Description
After getting stuck in a well, a clever little goat finds a way to rescue herself.
Author
Publisher
Twelve
Publication Date
[2022]
Physical Desc
xii, 273 pages ; 24 cm
Language
English
Description
"THE EYE TEST is a necessary course correction, a call for a more balanced, personal approach to problem solving. Award-winning journalist Chris Jones makes the case for the human element-for what smart, practiced, devoted people can bring to situations that have proved resistant to analytics. Jones shares what he's learned from an army of extraordinary talents, including some of the best doctors, executives, athletes, meteorologists, magicians, designers,...
20) Dad's shirt
Author
Publisher
Picture Window Books
Publication Date
[2019]
Physical Desc
1 online resource (32 pages) : color illustrations.
Language
English
Description
Cole is ecstatic when his father brings home a matching shirt for him, but when something happens to the shirt, they need to find a creative solution.









