Who doesn't love music? We all do. Who doesn't love the DJ? We all do. What a better way to work on the alphabets than wrapping them up in the world that happens between two turntables and a mixer? D is for DJ takes rudimentary learning and spins it on its head. Changing up the played out and giving early education a well needed remix.

In light of climate change and humanitys increasingly complex and nuanced relationship with the natural world, this book serves as an accessible point of entry into complex ideas. Miller uses Antarctica as a point on entry for contemplating humanitys relationship with the natural world.

DJing is probably the coolest way to make music, right? Now you can learn how with How to Be a DJ in 10 Easy Lessons! Do you think you have what it takes to be a superstar DJ? Do you daydream about making the hottest mixes behind the turn tables? Well, now is your chance to learn how to be a shredder on the tables with How to Be a DJ in 10 Easy Lessons, a simple guide to DJing! Learn the ins and outs of mixing, scratching, and blending and prepare to play in front of a live audience! With easy-to-follow instructions, colorful graphics, and helpful tips from an experienced professional DJ, this handy book breaks down everything you need to know into 10 simple lessons. How to Be a DJ in 10 Easy Lessons covers everything from equipment and software, to basic music theory and tips on performance, this is the perfect introduction to music mixing for aspiring DJs.

DJ like a pro—without skipping a beat The bestselling guide to spinning and scratching is back! If you've ever spent hours in your bedroom with two turntables and an earful of tracks that sound off-beat or out of key, DJing For Dummies is the go-to guide for taking your skills to the next level. Inside, John Steventon, a successful club DJ, walks you through the basics of mixing, the techniques and tricks you need to create your own DJ style and how to make DJing work for you. Covering both digital and old-school vinyl-based instruction, this guide covers all the latest DJ technology, equipment and software so you can get mixing and stay one step ahead of the crowd. Brimming with expert advice and easy-to-follow explanations, the information in DJing For Dummies gives you everything you need to build a foolproof set and play to a live crowd. Nail down the basics and build on existing skills Sort through the latest equipment and technology Have a go at crossfading, beatmatching and scratching Mix tracks seamlessly to sound like a pro If you're new to the game or looking to step up your skills and graduate to club work, DJing For Dummies has you covered.

This empowering picture book teaches readers that even great ideas sometimes get a NO—but that NO can actually help great ideas become the best ideas! There was a little girl who had a great idea. She had the most amazing, superb, best idea ever! NO? Wait, what do you mean NO? NO again? What is she supposed to do with all these NO's? NO after NO after NO come the little girl's way, twisting and squishing her idea. But by persevering, collaborating and using a little imagination, all those NO's become the building blocks for the biggest YES ever! A Thousand NO's is a story about perseverance and innovation. It shows what amazing things can happen if we work with others and don't give up, and teaches kids not to let expectations of how things should be get in the way of what could be.

If you want to know how it feels to be the DJ, to share the music you love with other people, to receive the adulation of packed dancefloors night after night, this book will show you exactly what to do to get there. Whether you're brand-new to this, a DJ who wants to finally break out of the bedroom, or you just want to improve your game, the five-step formula in Rock The Dancefloor! will help you to become a truly great DJ. This clear and practical guide will enable you to: Understand modern DJ gear, in order to avoid expensive mistakes Assemble the best music collection, so you can fill any dancefloor Quickly master all the techniques, so your DJ mixes sound amazing Perform like a pro at any type of gig: parties, bars, night clubs... Promote yourself effectively, for more and better paid bookings

The complete package- the art and style of all types of DJ's, including Dance and Hip-Hop