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an original anthology BAHAMIAN MATHEMATICS STUDENT
by Susan J Wallace WORKBOOK LEVELS A, B AND C
A rich anthology of stories, plays and poems covering by Clint W R Higgs
many aspects of Bahamian life. A popular book by an Intended as a resource for Junior High Schools grades
accomplished author. A wide range of topics is included. 7-9. All the assignments match the Ministry of Education
90pp, paperback, illustrated. $14.95 syllabus requirements and have been tried and tested in the
classroom by the author, a long-time Bahamian educator.
160pp, each, illustrated paperback, large format.
Each $14.95
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BAHAMIAN MATHEMATICS STUDENT BORN TO RUN
WORKBOOK LEVEL D The Debbie Ferguson Story
by Clint W R Higgs by Gordon Mills
A sequel to the A,B and C books above, this workbook Adopted for BGCSE, this is the exciting and informative story
is designed for the BGCSE school grades 10-12. All the of the life of the Olympic Gold Medallist. From schooldays
assignments match the Ministry of Education syllabus in Nassau to the hard life of a professional athlete this an
requirements and have been tried and tested in the inspiring life.
classroom.
188pp, illustrated paperback, large format. $14.95 210pp, paperback $12.95
BEKA LAMB
by Zee Edgell CARIBBEAN HISTORY
The story of a schoolgirl in Belize. A portrait of life in Belize books 1 and 2
and the trials of the heroine as she resolves to stop her habit by William Claypole and John
of telling lies. With Study Notes. Robottom
Fourth edition of the previously titled
172pp, paperback $13.95 Caribbean Story series for secondary
school Caribbean examinations.
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CHARLOTTE’S WEB CONSTITUTION OF THE BAHAMAS
by E B White A licenced reprint of The Bahamas Independence Order of
A very popular children’s story, winner of the Newberry 1973, which is generally known as the Constitution. Nothing
Honor Medal. A set book for Bahamian schools. is different from the original publication except for the
cover. Includes a summary of the events leading up to its
184 pp, illustrated paperback $7.95 formulation.
88pp, paperback $9.95
THE CHRYSALIDS
by John Wyndham A COW CALLED BOY
A classic from 1955, and now a standard school text for by C Everard Palmer
literature courses. The Chrysalids is set in the future after a A collection of Caribbean short stories by the prolific
devastating nuclear war. The hero is David, a boy who lives Jamaican author. A required text for Bahamian schools..
in an exacting fundamentalist community.
48pp, paperback, illustrated $11.95
214pp, Paperback $15.95
CLIMBING CLOUDS
stories and poems from the bahamas CSEC SCIENCE SERIES - MACMILLAN
edited by Telcine Turner Macmillan’s CSEC Science series is the leading science series in the region, books are
A text with questions and activities for Bahamian schools. revised frequently and focus on Caribbean issues. 3rd edition includes interactive CD
Most of the stories were written by students taking the and retitled as below.
College of The Bahamas creative writing course.
96pp, illustrated paperback $12.95
COMPLETE CHEMISTRY
by R M Gallagher & P Ingraham
$39.95
COMPLETE PHYSICS
for gcse, igcse & cxc
by Stephen Pople
A series of secondary science texts from Oxford, clearly
written and accessible to average students. BIOLOGY FOR CSEC
350pp each, full colour, large format paperbacks $37.95 by Linda Atwaroo-Ali
376pp, large format full coloured paperback with CD $26.95
COMPLETE GEOGRAPHY COURSE
FOR CSEC CHEMISTRY FOR CSEC
5th edition new design with CXC questions by Tania Chung Harris and Mike Taylor
by Vohn A M Rahil 426pp, large format full coloured paperback with CD $23.95
Widely used Trinidad text covers the CSEC exams. School
based assessment guidance and exercises included. INTEGRATED SCIENCE FOR CSEC
454pp, Paperback, large format, colour illustrated by Tania Chung Harris
New edition, due 2020 480pp, large format full coloured paperback with CD $23.95
Previously NEW CARIBBEAN
GEOGRAPHY FOR CXC PHYSICS FOR CSEC
by Alec Farley and Clarence Trotz
600pp, large format full coloured paperback with CD $26.95
CXC CHEMISTRY
Revised to include Chemistry in the home
By Jacqueline Fergusson & Richard Hart
Popular and thorough treatment of chemistry for Caribbean
schools. Clear explanations, and questions included.
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D’NEALIAN HANDWRITING AN EVENING IN GUANIMA
Grades K-6 a treasury of folktales from the bahamas
By Donald Neal Thurber by Patricia Glinton-Meicholas
Widely popular series of handwriting workbooks for pre- A tribute to Bahamiana with 13 stories that recount the
school and primary school. adventures of Bouki & Rabbi, Jack and B’er Debbil and other
fascinating characters.
96-148pp each, p’back colour workbooks, each $21.95 160pp, illustrated paperback $19.95
ECONOMICS FOR CXC
by R Hosein and G F Stanlake EXPLAINING PHYSICS
A new text aimed at secondary schools taking the main GCSE edition
Caribbean examinations, A comprehensive review of by Stephen Pople
economics supported by extra material on CD ROM. Contains all the required concepts fro high school
examinations. Emphasizes the applications and social
288pp with CD. Illustrated, large format paperback $26.95 effects, notably in the fields of energy and electronics
128pp. Illustrated, large format paperback $25.95 192 pp, illustrated large format paperback $25.95
FIRST LESSONS IN MAP READING
FOR THE BAHAMAS
ESSENTIAL PRINCIPLES OF by B. Floyd
BUSINESS FOR CSEC 3RD ED Written at the elementary level, this book fills the gap that
by Alan Whitcomb other geography textbooks do not cover by making map
Popular textbook for Caribbean exams with many Caribbean reading simple.
case studies. Written for the average student and includes 68 pp, illustrated paperback $14.95
CD ROM.
380pp with CD. Illustrated, large format ppback $22.95
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FOOD & NUTRITION GOOD NEWS BIBLE
by Anita Tull from American Bible Society
Most popular text in this field. Updated to meet the latest A sturdy illustrated text for schools. Includes maps of Holy
syllabus requirements in home economics. Includes Land and index.
nutritional guidelines and dietary needs.
282pp, paperback, colour illustrations $32.95 1560pp, illustrated, black paperback $13.95
Also CARIBBEAN FOOD & NUTRITION
FOR CSEC 330pp, colour paperback $25.95
GRAPHICAL COMMUNICATION BOOKS
GCSE CHEMISTRY 1 AND 2
by B Earl and L D R Wilford by Stuart Bland
Widely used standard secondary school chemistry text by Two books that cover the secondary school syllabus in
major UK publisher. Fully illustrated throughout. Caribbean countries. Includes traditional technical drawing
306pp, full colour illustrated paperback, large format instruction and recent graphical communication courses.
$38.95 Bk 1 128 pp, illustrated paperback $36.95
Also 374 pp: GCSE BIOLOGY $38.95 Bk 2 128 pp, illustrated paperback $36.95
Also 372 pp: GCSE PHYSICS $38.95
GREEN DAYS BY THE RIVER
GCSE MODERN WORLD HISTORY by Michael Anthony
by Ben Walsh Caribbean novel about teenage boy growing up to maturity
Widely used world history for secondary schools. Covers on his island.
the 20th century wars and international relations, with
exercises and questions included.. Fully illustrated 220 pp, paperback $12.95
throughout.
434pp, full colour illustrated paperback, large format
$34.95 HARCOURT COLLECTIONS PRACTICE
BOOK
by Harcourt
GENERAL CERTIFICATE ENGLISH A large workbook for Grade 1 with three themes, namely
by Alan Etherton Open Doors; You’re Invited; and Bright Ideas..
A comprehensive course book written for students taking
the GCE ‘O’ level examination in English Language. 242pp, large format full colour paperback $15.95
Students preparing for GCSE will also find the book
invaluable.
346pp, illustrated paperback $19.95
HARCOURT JOURNEYS
Practice book Grade 1 Vol 2 only
GENERAL GEOGRAPHY IN DIAGRAMS by Harcourt Publishers
by R B Bunnett Widely used primary school language workbook
An extremely popular geography text for the secondary
school, aimed at average students studying traditional 210pp, large format paperback $4.95
syllabuses. LIMITED QUANTITY
392pp, fully illustrated, mid-size format, paperback
$25.95
HARCOURT LANGUAGE
Practice Books Grades 2-6
GEOGRAPHY FOR CSEC by Harcourt Publishers
by Jeanette Ottley & Marolyn Gentles
Widely used primary school language workbooks
A new geography text to comply with the revised CXC
geography syllabus. Contains attractive and accessible style About 140pp, large format paperbacks $21.95
and exercises for individual study. Interactive CD ROM has Grade 1 Thick book 288pp, $46.95
animations and activities to support individual learning. Grade 1 Practice Reteach 110pp, $17.95
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HARCOURT MATH OLD SERIES HOME ECONOMICS BOOKS 1, 2 & 3
Practice Workbooks Grades K-6 A caribbean approach
by Harcourt Publishers by Rita Dyer & Norma Maynard
Popular series of workbooks widely used in primary A series of three books for the lower secondary grades
schools. This is the latest edition. dealing with food, home management and clothing.
About 140pp, large format paperbacks each $18.95 136pp, paperback, illustrated each $19.95
EXCEPT: Book 1 $9.95 Book 2 $15.95
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LISTOS BOOKS 1, 2 AND 3 MATHEMATICS COMPLETE COURSE
Including Workbooks Volumes 1 and 2
by Ana Kolkowska and Libby Mitchell by Raymond Tootsie
Well-presented and fully differentiated multi-stage Spanish A popular secondary school course for Caribbean schools.
course for secondary students. Rojo and Verde versions. The author is from Trinidad and the books include worked
Books 1 & 2 150pp, colour mid-size p’backs each $31.95 answers from past CXC examinations.
Book 3 each $34.95
Workbooks 1, 2 & 3 - 64pp, paperbacks each $5.95 Vol 1 700 pages, Vol 2 600 pages, illustrated paperbacks,
each $43.95
LOG ON TO IT
by Roland Birbal & Michele Taylor MCP COMPREHENSION PLUS
Information Technology course for the junior high school. Grades A-F
All the introductory material on hardware and software with by Diane Lapp and James Flood
CD included. Popular series of comprehension texts for the primary
160pp illustrated large format colour paperback, $21.95 school. Numerous one-page exercises based on attractive
age-related stories.
LOG ON TO IT FOR CSEC 432pp $25.95
100-160 pp workbooks in colour, levels A -F $21.95
LORD OF THE FLIES
by William Golding
An educational edition of the classic story. This is a set book MCP PHONICS/PLAID WORD STUDY
in Bahamian schools. The author is a Nobel prize winner. Workbooks Grades K-F
by Elwell, Murray and Kucia
288pp, paperback, $10.95 Popular series of phonics texts for the primary school. Plaid
Word Study titles cover levels D-F. Numerous one-page
exercises based on attractive age-related stories.
MACBETH 180-210 pp colour paperback, levels K, A, B, C $21.95
CXC Student edition Levels Word Study D, E, F $21.95
by William Shakespeare
One of a series of Shakespeare’s plays specially arranged MCP SPELLING WORKOUT
for Caribbean schools. Each facing page has explanations Grades A-F
and exercises to assist teacher and student. 216pp, by Philip K Trocki
illustrated, paperback $10.95 A graded series of spelling workbooks for the primary
Also: Complete School Edition $8.95 school. Numerous one-page exercises with suitable
illustrations
MAKING OF THE BAHAMAS 192 pp paperback workbooks in colour, each $21.95
a history for schools, 2nd edition
by Don Maples
A simple but literate account of the history of The Bahamas MERCHANT OF VENICE
from the time of the Lucayans to Independence. CXC Student Edition (Pearson/Longman)
112pp, illustrated, paperback $17.95 by William Shakespeare
Includes notes alongside the text and many student
activities. Also background information and practice exam
questions at the end of the book.
MAKING THE GRADE 218 pp paperback, some illustrations $10.95
in BGCSE English language
by Pamela Moultrie
Produced in conjunction with the Bahamas Ministry of MIGUEL STREET
Education for students in high school studying for the by V S Naipaul
Bahamas GCSE. Provides expert guidance for mastering the The story of the characters and events in a Port of Spain
skills required for this important examination. neighbourhood told with wit and charm
216pp, paperback, illustrated in colour, large format 176pp, paperback $12.95
$26.95
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ONCE BELOW A TIME
Bahamian Stories
edited by Telcine Turner
A collection of traditional and new stories for the primary
school student. A set book for Bahamian schools
72pp, illustrated paperback, $12.95
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OXFORD MINI SCHOOL FRENCH PLAY ME
DICTIONARY a collection of three one-act plays
by Oxford University Press by Telcine Turner
The best-selling mini dictionary for students beginning to learn The three plays included here are: A Cross for Easter, Master
French. With thumb index. 3”x 5”. Thief, and Sunday, Funday. All are one-act dramas dealing with
aspects of Bahamian society suitable for youth groups.
628pp, paperback with flexi cover $6.95 96pp, paperback $9.95
OXFORD SCHOOL FRENCH DICTIONARY PLAYS FOR TODAY:
by Oxford University Press Ti-Jean and his Brothers by Derek Walcott;
Designed as an easy-to-use beginner’s French dictionary. With An Echo in the Bone by Dennis Scott;
thumb index 4.5”x 6”. and Man Better Man by Errol Hill
Three outstanding plays by three of the Caribbean’s best-known
628pp, paperback with flexi cover $5.95 playwrights.
240pp, paperback, $10.95
PEARL PRIMARY MATHEMATICS BOOKS 1-6
by John Steinbeck. For The Bahamas
Classic story by the Nobel prize winner. The story of a boy and by Karen Morrison
a giant pearl is one of his later books. A set book for Bahamian A comprehensive coverage of the Bahamian primary
schools mathematics curriculum, published in association with the
134 pp. School edition hard cover. $12.95 Ministry of Education.
Books 1-6 164pp, large p’back, illustrated in colour $19.95
WORKBOOKS 1-6 80pp, large p’back, illustrated $10.95
THE PEOPLE WHO CAME
Book 1 PRIMARY SOCIAL STUDIES BOOKS 1-6
by Kamau Braithwaite and Tourism Education for The Bahamas 2nd edition
An introductory secondary level textbook for history and by Bahamas Ministry of Education
social studies in the Caribbean. This comprises a series of six primary school books covering
the development of The Bahamas and its neighbours.
92pp, paperback, illustrated in colour $15.95 48- 108pp, paperback, illustrated in colour
Books 1-2 $16.95
Book 3 $17.95
PERSPECTIVES FROM INNER Books 4 & 5 $18.95, Book 6 $19.95
WINDOWS
by Cheryl Albury PRINCIPLES OF ACCOUNTS
Timeless and sentimental poems and short stories by a for the Caribbean - 5th edition
gifted writer and teacher. Adopted for school use. by Frank Wood and Sheila Robinson
64pp, paperback, illustrated $16.95 The best-selling Caribbean book in the field, a standard text for
secondary schools. Includes CD-ROM.
PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY IN DIAGRAMS 572pp, large format paperback, $26.95
by R B Bunnett
One of the classics of school geography, this book with 6th Edition $28.95
its partner General Geography has been widely used
throughout the Caribbean for the last 40 years. Now in its A RAISIN IN THE SUN
4th edition. by Lorraine Hansberry
264 pp illustrated with two-colour figures, mid-size format The ground-breaking play that influenced the 1961 movie. A
paperback LIMITED QUANTITY $35.95 seminal portrait of African American life in the mid-1950s.
152pp, paperback, Vintage edition $12.95
160pp, hardback, Harcourt edition $13.95
PHYSICS FOR YOU (NEW) 5TH ED
Updated edition for all GCSE examinations
by Keith Johnson RECORDER FROM THE BEGINNING
First rate modern approach to physics supported by Pupil’s books 1, 2 , 3, & 4
dedicated website. Numerous exercises are framed in an by John Pitts
innovative format to encourage self-study. The ground-breaking play that influenced the 1961 movie. A
seminal portrait of African American life in the mid-1950s.
400 pp, paperback fully illustrated in colour 41.95 Books 1 & 2, 50 pp, illustrated p’backs colour each $9.95
Book 3 $10.95
THE PIGMAN
With Connections ROBIN’S SONG
by Paul Zindel by Patricia Glinton-Meicholas
Story of schoolchildren bored with life who are captivated A collection of poems that cover several themes such as
by the man they call the ‘Pigman’. Author won the Pullitzer friendship, love and nature. By the noted Bahamian author
Prize. of More Talkin’ Bahamian.
222pp, hard cover, some illustrations $14.95 88pp, paperback, illustrated $16.95
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SCHOOL ATLAS FOR THE COMMON- SOCIAL STUDIES ATLAS FOR THE
WEALTH OF THE BAHAMAS BAHAMAS
by Hodder Bookpoint by Harper Collins
A new edition of the widely used school atlas now including A new school atlas including a range of Caribbean and world
a range of Caribbean and world maps, designed for the maps, designed to accompany the Primary Social Studies
primary grades and to accompany the Primary Social Studies and Tourism Education for The Bahamas series and to serve
and Tourism Education for The Bahamas series. the BJC Social Studies syllabus as well.
80 pp, full colour, large format paperback, $19.95 112 pp, full colour, large format paperback, $17.95
EXPECTED late June 2019 EXPECTED late June 2019
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VOCABULARY FOR ACHIEVEMENT
THE STUDENT’S COMPANION BOOKS 1-5
caribbean edition edited by Kenneth Ramchand and Cecil Gray
by Willard D Best New edition of a comprehensive student’s anthology of
Part almanac, part dictionary, this is a handy guide to the poetry from the Caribbean. Over 150 poems from well-
use of English and a compendium of facts and figures of the established poets, including Caribbean examination
Caribbean and the world. choices.
220pp, paperback $10.95 272 pp paperback, each $29.95
Also: THE STUDENT’S COMPANION PRACTICE BOOK
80pp, paperback $9.95
SUN’S EYE
West Indian Writing for Young Readers
by Anne Walmsley
A collection of popular recent poems and stories from the
Caribbean. Special accounts of the lives of the authors are
included, along with graded questions on each piece of
writing.
160pp, illustrated paperback $12.95 VOCABULARY WORKSHOP ENRICHED EDITION A - G
by Jerome Shostak
SUNSONG 1 A popular 7-book series for learning vocabulary, spelling, grammar, etc. Widely used
by Pamela Mordecai and Grace Walker Gordon in Bahamian schools.
An anthology of poetry from the Caribbean and the rest of 192pp each, paperback, illustrated each $19.95
the world. The book provides a graded course in poetry
interpretation for the Junior Secondary School. Each poem
is followed by questions and a brief biography of the author.
WEST INDIAN POETRY
edited by Kenneth Ramchand and Cecil Gray
74 pp, paperback $12.95 New edition of a comprehensive student’s anthology of
poetry from the Caribbean. Over 150 poems from well-
TECHNICAL DRAWING 1 AND 2 established poets, including Caribbean examination
1. Plane and Solid geometry 2. Mechanical Drawing choices.
3. Building Drawing 272 pp paperback, $21.95
by A Bankole and S Bland
Three popular secondary school and college texts providing
an introduction to technical drawing. Ideal for students WOMAN TAKE TWO
considering architectural and engineering careers.
a play in three acts
Book 1, 160 pp, illustrated paperback, $23.95 by Telcine Turner
Book 2, 98 pp, illustrated paperback, $23.95 Set in The Bahamas, this play tells the tale of a few people
Book 3, 98 pp, illustrated paperback, $23.95 forging alliances for themselves, for love, or for money; a
glimpse of the darker side of the human character.
TO KILL A MOCKINGBIRD 96pp, paperback $11.95
by Harper Lee
The classic novel, required reading in many schools.
THE WOOING OF BEPP0 TATE
290pp, hard cover $14.95 by C Everard Palmer
The story of Beppo Tate and his life with the Old Man who
adopted him in Kendal, Jamaica. A typical slice of life from a
Jamaican village. Required reading in Bahamian schools
TROPHIES PHONICS PRACTICE 160pp, paperback $10.95
BOOKS
by Harcourt Publishing
Popular primary school spelling and phonics workbooks.
Available in all grades and volumes. YOUNG WARRIORS
About 250pp, paperback, Grades 1/1 and 1/2 $25.95 by V S Reid
Grades 2/1 and 2/2, 3/1, 3/2, $18.95 The adventurous story of five young boys and their fight
Grade 4, $23.95 Grade 5, $20.95 Grade 4, $23.95 against the British in Jamaica. A set book for Bahamian
schools.
TROPHIES SPELLING PRACTICE books 1, 2 & 3 $13.95 120 pp, illustrated paperback, $11.95
¡VEN CONMIGO! LEVEL 1 AND 2
by Holt Publishing
Highly regarded high school series for Spanish language
courses, well supported by 100 page workbooks with tear-
out pages.
464pp, hard cover, full colour. each $89.95
Also: CUADERNO DE ACTIVIDADES 1
AND 2 each $25.95
CUADERNO DE VOCABULARIO Y
GRAMATICA 1 AND 2 each $23.95
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NEW
BUSINESS OF TRAVEL AND TOURISM
IN THE 21ST CENTURY
A Caribbean Approach
by Angela Cleare
This is a comprehensive manual on the tourist industry with
contributions from local and Caribbean experts. An ideal
text for students & teachers interested in a career in tourism.
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