John Willis

From the birth of modern industry, to winning WWII, to Japan's Economic Miracle, W. Edwards Deming helped shape some of the most profound moments in modern history. Deming, an American engineer and statistician, is widely recognized for his contributions to the field of quality management. But his teachings go beyond quality management; they influence not only how we work today, but also how we can continue to succeed into the future.

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Did you know that an armadillo's body is covered in hard plates? A hare's body is covered in soft fur for warmth. Young readers will discover the differences between these animal opposites and more in “Animals”, a Science Opposites book.

A wetland is an area where the land is covered by water for some or all of the year. Wetlands are important because they clean water as it moves through them. Learn more in Wetlands, part of the Aquatic Ecosystems series.

Bays are coastline features found around the world. People and animals alike often rely on their calm waters for shelter. Learn more in Bays, part of the Aquatic Ecosystems series.

Dive into the daring deeds of wartime pilots in the throes of World War II. Our story centres on Geoffrey Myers, an intelligence officer with the RAF 257 Squadron during the Battle of Britain. He's a dedicated serviceman, but also a husband fearing for his wife's safety in German-occupied France. Can Geoffrey and his squadron overcome the relentless challenges of war? And will he find out what happened to his wife, hidden away in occupied France? For...

Did you know that koalas only eat leaves from one type of tree? Goats can eat many different plants. Discover these and other interesting facts in “Herbivores”.

Did you know that some animals sleep all winter to stay warm? When it is summer in some places, it is winter in others. Discover these and more intriguing facts in Seasons.

Fresh water is found in lakes, rivers, and streams around the world. Fisher enjoy catching freshwater fish, including brass, wallleye, and catfish. Find out more about how people fish in Freshwater Fishing, part of the Gone Fishing series.

Did you know that tinikling is one type of Filipino dance? In this dance, two dancers hop between two bamboo poles. Learn more in Dance, a title in the Cultures of America series.

Did you know that pemmican was part of many Native American diets? It is made from a mixture of dried meat, animal fat, and erries or nuts. Learn more in Food, a title in the Cultures of America series.