over and under the pond kate messner

A secret underwater world brought to life: This gorgeous companion to the acclaimed Over and Under the Snow and Up in the Garden and Down in the Dirt is an excellent addition to any emerging reader's collection. In Over and Under the Pond, readers will discover the plants and animals that make up the rich, interconnected ecosystem of a mountain pond. Over the pond, the water is a mirror, reflecting the sky. But under the water is a hidden world of creatures—minnows darting, beavers diving, and tadpoles growing. These secrets and many others are waiting to be discovered over and under the pond in this sweet children’s book from Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal, the latest in their beloved series that offers kids a peek into hidden ecosystems. ENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL: Stunning illustrations paired with an easy-to-follow storyline make this a great read for any early elementary school student, while a glossary of animals that live in, near, and around the mountain pond enriches the reading experience. INSPIRES A LOVE A NATURE: Offering a look inside a beautiful underwater ecosystem, this gorgeously illustrated book encourages children to explore the world around them and appreciate the natural wonders they discover. A FIVE-STAR FAVORITE OF READERS & REVIEWERS: "Playful and lovely to read aloud. Even older budding naturalists will find something to enjoy here."—School Library Journal; "A contemplative journey through an ecosystem."—USA TodayPerfect for: A great read-aloud book for home or school Parents looking for enchanting bedtime reads or nature books for kids Fans of books like A Different Pond, An Egg Is Quiet, Because of an Acorn, and Over and Under the Rainforest and others in the Over and Under series Any kid who loves picture books about science, nature, or animals

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In this latest book in the acclaimed Over and Under series, a spectacular hike reveals the hidden wonders, rich colors, and layers of wildlife living within a thriving desert slot-canyon.Over and Under the Canyon takes young readers on a thrilling tour of a desert canyon ecosystem. Over the canyon, the sun scalds the air, baking desert mud to stone. But under the shade of the cliffs hides another world, where bighorn sheep bound from rock to rock on the hillside, roadrunners make their nests in sturdy cacti, and banded geckos tuck themselves into the shelter of the sand. Discover the wonders concealed in the curves of the canyon, the magic of a desert wildflower bloom, and all the unexpected creatures that bring the desert to life.DISCOVER AMAZING ANIMALS: Kids are endlessly curious about the natural world and the wildly varied animals living in it—and the desert is FULL of amazing and surprising animals! CAPTIVATING NONFICTION: Like its predecessors, this latest offering in the Over and Under picture book series illuminates the magic of the natural world and its amazing inhabitants by telling the story of one family's hike through a real-world desert ecosystem in lyrical prose and color-drenched illustrations. Even the most reluctant readers will be drawn into a fact-filled story this compelling! GREAT FOR TEACHING: The Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) emphasize learning about animal habitats/biomes in K–2 curriculums, while later grades address topics like food chains, conservation, and endangered species. With a depth of research and an engaging, highly visual narrative, this book is an excellent resource for librarians and primary school educators. ENCOURAGES ENVIRONMENTAL AWARENESS: Concern for and preservation of the wilderness is an increasingly talked-about topic. This book provides a great, upbeat jumping-off point for discussions of the importance and wonder of our world’s natural habitats and ecosystems. ACCLAIMED AUTHOR-ILLUSTRATOR TEAM: Kate Messner is an award-winning author whose books for kids have been New York Times Notable, Junior Library Guild, IndieBound, and Bank Street College of Education Best Book selections. In addition to his work on this acclaimed series, Christopher Silas Neal is an award-winning illustrator and author who regularly contributes to the New York Times and The New Yorker, and he has been awarded a medal from the Society of Illustrators.Perfect for: Parents Nature lovers Fans of Kate Messner Fans of Over and Under the Snow and previous books in the series Educators and librarians seeking nonfiction books with STEM content

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Now in paperback! This exuberant and lyrical addition to the award-winning Over and Under series unveils the wonders that lie hidden between stalks, under the shade of leaves, and down in the dirt. From the author-illustrator team behind Over and Under the Snow and Over and Under the Pond. Explore the secret realm beneath the dirt that brings the world of nature to life: Follow a young girl and her grandmother on a journey through the year planning, planting, and harvesting their garden—and learn about what's happening in the dirt to help make it all happen. Up in the garden, the world is full of green—leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt exists a busy world—earthworms dig, snakes hunt, skunks burrow—populated by all the creatures that make a garden their home. These secrets and many others are waiting to be discovered up in the garden and down in the dirt in this sweet children’s book from Kate Messner and Christopher Silas Neal, the latest in their beloved series that offers kids a peek into hidden ecosystems. ENTERTAINING AND EDUCATIONAL: Beautiful illustrations paired with an easy-to-follow storyline make this a great read for any early elementary school student, while a glossary of animals that live in, around, and under the garden enriches the reading experience. INSPIRES A LOVE A NATURE: Offering a look inside a hidden and bustling underground ecosystem, this gorgeously illustrated book encourages children to explore the world around them and appreciate the natural wonders they discover. A FIVE-STAR FAVORITE OF READERS & REVIEWERS: "The harmonious relationships above and below ground, and those between the two, emphasize the complexities of the garden ecosystem, as well as the joys of sustained engagement with the land."—The Horn Book Magazine; "Offers excellent coming attractions for what youngsters can expect when they try to grow something." —Reading TodayPerfect for: A great read-aloud book for home or school Parents looking for enchanting bedtime reads or nature books for kids Fans of books like A Different Pond, A Seed is Sleepy, An Egg Is Quiet, Because of an Acorn, and Over and Under the Rainforest and others in the Over and Under series Any kid who loves picture books about science, nature, or animals

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Four 17-year-old friends drive across France in what should be the holiday of a lifetime. But Sasha feels as if her dadÂ’s wedding will be the end of her relationship with him; Cam is reeling from being rejected by her birth grandparents; Hetal is doing badly in school for the first time; and NellÂ’s in love and afraid sheÂ’ll lose Tom if sheÂ’s away too long. They need to rekindle their friendship. They need a road trip to end all road trips. They need a summer under the stars. In the sequel to the much-loved Summer of No Regrets, the four friends drive across France, each hiding a secret. They get lost, fall out and rescue a kitten, but will they get to SashaÂ’s dadÂ’s wedding in time? The four girls face first love, being fostered and insecurity in this feel-good, heartfelt novel. In particular, HetalÂ’s battle with perfectionism and her eventual realization that she is good enough.

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''A powerful story of loss, malice and deception'' Ann CleevesWhen archaeologist Neil Watson finds the body of an American veteran of the D-Day landings in the ruins of an old chapel, he turns to his old friend DS Wesley Peterson for help.Both men are researching an invading force: Wesley, a group of American veterans on a sentimental journey to their wartime base; and Neil, a group of Spaniards killed by outraged locals as they limped from the wreckage of the Armada.Four hundred years apart, two strangers in a strange land have died violently. Could the same motives of hatred, jealousy and revenge be at work? Wesley is running out of time to find out . . .The second gripping installment in the DI Wesley Peterson series by awad-winning crime writer Kate Ellis. Whether you''ve read the whole series, or are discovering the Wesley Peterson novels for the first time, this is the perfect mystery if you love reading Elly Griffiths and Ann Cleeves.Why readers love Kate Ellis:''I hardly put this novel down from the moment I picked it up. Oh yes, and as with all great crime novels, I would never have guessed ''whodunnit''!'' Reader review, 5 stars''A beguiling author who interweaves past and present'' The Times''Kate Ellis and Wesley Peterson have done it again. Strong characters, strong plotting, no detail escapes Kate Ellis'' Reader Review, 5 stars''Haunting'' Independent''Enjoyed the first in the series but through this was even better!'' Reader Review, 5 stars''The chilling plot will keep you spooked and thrilled to the end'' Closer''Unputdownable''Bookseller''It''s fast paced with twists and turns guaranteed to keep you hooked right until the final page''York Evening Press''A cracking multi-layered mystery with red-herrings a-plenty...an outstanding read. Highly recommended!'' In Search of the Classic Mystery Novel

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Each spread of this beautifully illustrated nature book has an array of things for little children to spot. With topics including "In the garden", "All kinds of birds" and "By the pond", join Poppy and Sam to take your first steps in learning about the natural world around you.

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When his mum and dad were no longer able to look after him safely, Dennis Duckling moved to a new home on a river where he was looked after by a family of ducks. Although Dennis quickly settled in he still wanted to see his parents and missed the pond where he used to live. He wanted to know if he would ever go home and who would look after him. ''What''s going to happen?'' asked Dennis. This brightly illustrated picture book, ideally suited to young children (aged 2-7) who are living in foster care, is the sequel to the ever-popular Dennis Duckling (BAAF 2009).

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From the Scottish Highlands and Spain, to South America and New York, The Moon Sister is the fifth epic story in the Seven Sisters series by the number one bestseller Lucinda Riley. A spellbinding story of love and loss, inspired by the mythology of the famous star constellation.Tiggy D’Aplièse, in her mid-twenties, learns that her father – Pa Salt, an elusive billionaire who adopted his six daughters from around the globe – has died. Trusting her instincts, Tiggy moves to the remote wilds of Scotland and takes a job doing what she loves: caring for animals. Working on the vast and isolated Kinnaird estate, she is employed by the enigmatic and troubled laird, Charlie Kinnaird.Her decision alters her future irrevocably when she meets Chilly, an elderly gypsy man who has lived for years on the estate. He tells her not only that she possesses a sixth sense, passed down from her ancestors, but that it was foretold long ago that he should send her back home to Granada, Spain . . .In the shadow of the magnificent Alhambra, Tiggy discovers her connection to the fabled gypsy community of Sacromonte, who were forced to flee their homes during the civil war, and to ‘La Candela’ – the greatest flamenco dancer of her generation.Tiggy follows the trail back to her own exciting but complex past. And, under the watchful eye of a gifted gypsy bruja, she begins to embrace her own talent for healing.But when fate takes a hand, Tiggy must decide whether to stay with her new-found family or return to Kinnaird, and Charlie . . . The epic, multi-million selling series continues with The Sun Sister.''Lucinda Riley at the top of her game: a magical storyteller who creates characters we fall in love with and who stay with us long after we finish reading.’ – Lucy Foley, bestselling author of The Hunting PartyPraise for the Seven Sisters:''A masterclass in beautiful writing'' – The Sun''A breathtaking adventure'' – Lancashire Evening PostFive-Star Reader Reviews:''Absolutely incredible''''Totally addictive''''Ideal for when you need to escape''

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WINNER OF THE WATERSTONES DEBUT PRIZE 2025 LONGLISTED FOR THE WOMEN''S PRIZE FOR FICTION 2025 A RADIO 4 BOOK AT BEDTIME ''A furiously romantic, sun-drenched mystery . . . The Artist will leave you yearning in every sense of the word'' Yael van der Wouden, author of The Safekeep''The Artist is a lush, impressive debut; the writing is rich and sensuous, especially in descriptions of food, the landscape and the act of creation. Lucy Steeds is one to watch'' The Times''Dextrous and powerful . . . a hugely accomplished portrait of ambition and self-fulfilment'' Guardian''The year''s most lauded debut novelist . . . A sultry, headily perfumed portrait of monstrous male egos and oppressed overlooked women . . . The Artist uncovers its secrets by stealth'' Telegraph''A blaze of a book, poetic, passionate and quietly powerful'' Daily Mail''This compelling, evocative debut will transport you to idyllic, sun-drenched Provence in 1920 . . . An absorbing, poetic read'' Mail on Sunday''Captivating . . . with imagery as lush as an oil painting'' Washington Post''Enthralling . . . the descriptions of the landscape, the meals they eat and the art created are so rich and evocative it''s as if you''re there'' Good Housekeeping**BEST BOOKS FOR 2025 from Stylist and Good Housekeeping**PROVENCE, 1920Ettie moves through the remote farmhouse, silently creating the conditions that make her uncle''s artistic genius possible.Joseph, an aspiring journalist, has been invited to the house. He believes he''ll make his name by interviewing the reclusive painter, the great Edouard Tartuffe.But everyone has their secrets. And, under the cover of darkness, Ettie has spent years cultivating hers.Over this sweltering summer, everyone''s true colours will be revealed.Because Ettie is ready to be seen.Even if it means setting her world on fire.''Lucy Steeds transports the reader with her sensuous depictions of food, art, and landscape . . . an assured and atmospheric debut'' Sarah Perry, author of The Essex Serpent''An intoxicating tale of creativity, possession and freedom. An impressively assured debut which asks questions about all those who are painted over by history'' Joanna Quinn, author of The Whalebone Theatre''I could not love this beautiful novel more . . . the final chapters left me with that delicious heart-bursting feeling, full of hope and delight'' Florence Knapp, author of The Names''Gorgeous . . . Steeped in the heat and atmosphere of 1920s Provence, this novel brims with intrigue, hope and yearning'' Elizabeth Macneal, author of The Doll Factory and The Burial Plot ''Phenomenal . . . beautiful, pacey historical fiction, vividly realised. It drifts with the scent of summer, the land lit up and throbbing, the food piled high and richly painted, the paint as thick and buttery as food. I wanted to eat it. Yes, I even wanted to eat the paint. Read this book!'' Seth Insua, author of Human, Animal

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A Sunday Times, Times Literary Supplement, and The Times Book of the Year‘Robert Darnton is one of the world’s greatest historians, and this is an exceptional book: a huge social and cultural portrait of Paris in the build-up to the French Revolution’ Dominic Sandbrook, Sunday Times, Books of the Year When a Parisian crowd stormed the Bastille in July 1789, it triggered an event of global consequence: the overthrow of the monarchy and the birth of a new society. Most historians account for the French Revolution by viewing it as the outcome of underlying conditions such as a faltering economy, class conflict or Enlightenment ideology. Without denying any of these, Robert Darnton offers a different explanation: what Parisians themselves, those at the centre of the Revolution, thought was happening at the time and how it guided their actions. To understand the rise of what he calls ‘the revolutionary temper’, Darnton draws on a lifetime’s study of pamphlets, books, underground newsletters, songs and public performances, exploring Paris as an information society not unlike our own. Its news circuits were centred in cafes and market-places, on park benches, and under the Palais-Royal’s Tree of Cracow, a favourite gathering-place for gossips. He shows how the events of forty years – from disastrous treaties, official corruption and royal scandal to thrilling hot-air balloon ascents and a new conception of the nation – all entered the collective consciousness of ordinary Parisians. As news and opinion travelled across this profoundly unequal society, public trust in royal authority eroded, its legitimacy was undermined, and the social order unravelled. Much of Robert Darnton’s work has explained the hidden dynamics of history, never more so than in this exceptional book. It is a riveting narrative, but it adds a new dimension, the perceptions of contemporary Parisians, which allows us to see these momentous decades afresh.

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SHORTLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE 2021SHORTLISTED FOR THE COSTA NOVEL AWARD 2021SHORTLISTED FOR THE WALES BOOK OF THE YEAR AWARD 2022''Chilling and utterly compelling, The Fortune Men shines an essential light on a much-neglected period of our national life'' Sathnam Sanghera, author of EmpirelandMahmood Mattan is a fixture in Cardiff''s Tiger Bay, 1952, which bustles with Somali and West Indian sailors, Maltese businessmen and Jewish families. He is a father, chancer, some-time petty thief. He is many things, in fact, but he is not a murderer.So when a shopkeeper is brutally killed and all eyes fall on him, Mahmood isn''t too worried. It is true that he has been getting into trouble more often since his Welsh wife Laura left him. But Mahmood is secure in his innocence in a country where, he thinks, justice is served.It is only in the run-up to the trial, as the prospect of freedom dwindles, that it will dawn on Mahmood that he is in a terrifying fight for his life - against conspiracy, prejudice and the inhumanity of the state. And, under the shadow of the hangman''s noose, he begins to realise that the truth may not be enough to save him.''A writer of great humanity and intelligence. Nadifa Mohamed deeply understands how lives are shaped both by the grand sweep of history and the intimate encounters of human beings'' Kamila Shamsie, author of Home Fire''A novel of tremendous power, compassion and subtlety, it feels unsettlingly timely'' Pankaj Mishra

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A memoir from the writer of BENT with a foreword by Ian McKellenSherman takes us on a journey through America in the mid twentieth century, starting in New Jersey – where he was born in the 1930s to a Jewish immigrant family – ending on Broadway with the premier of his seminal play Bent starring Richard Gere. On route, we encounter other famous performers including Meryl Streep, Bee Gees, Joan Baez, but the scene-stealing character is always his father – a charismatic narcissist who might have given Trump a run for his money. We stop off in Woodstock, Los Angeles and London – a city Martin would eventually make home; he relays his story with self-depreciating humour as he struggles to make it in theatre, with his sexuality, and under the shadow of the inheritable disease that killed his mother tragically early – a disease from which he finds himself finally free, as he turns forty in the book''s closing pages.Editor Nathan Evans says, ''It''s an honour to be working with Martin on his memoir: he''s such an important cultural figure, and a mentor for me, personally. I remember being nineteen, sat in the back of my parents'' car surrounded by boxes: I was on my way back to university, learning lines for a play I was in later that term. Mum turned around and asked what it was about; I didn''t need to answer: I simply showed her the cover, with those four bold letters. Although it would take her some more months to ask the next question, she knew then; I am just one of the many, many young men – from 1979 right through to the present – who''ve been so emboldened by Bent. This is the story of the man who had the honesty, and the bravery to write it.''

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From the world of the award-winning videogame, comes a haunting new graphic novel. When the sirenÂ’s call of blood sends Yharnum into a frenzy, families and faith will be tested…Delve into the city of Yharnum through the eyes of its citizens, when new Hunters take to the streets to fight against the cruel and unusual epidemic that has gripped the once-great city. Amid the chaos, a family cowers in the safety of their home – until fate pushes their path into that of the Great Hunt. Deep in the bowels of the Healing Church, a priest faces a dark truth about his faith – and may have to sacrifice it all to save those who will not repent. And under the lights of the pale moon and lanterns, monsters roam the streets, stalking their next victim… Bloodborne Vol. 5 Collects Bloodborne 1-4, plus material from the Free Comic Book Day 2022 special edition.Â

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From World Fantasy Award-winning author Tasha Suri comes The Isle in the Silver Sea, a heart-shattering romantasy of sapphic longing, medieval folklore and a love that spans the centuries.In a Britain fuelled by stories, the knight and the witch are fated to fall in love and doom each other over and over, the same tale retold over hundreds of lifetimes.Simran is a witch of the woods. Vina is a knight of the Queen''s court. When the two women begin to fall for each other, how can they surrender to their desires, when to give in is to destroy each other?As they seek a way to break the cycle, a mysterious assassin begins targeting tales like theirs. To survive, the two will need to write a story stronger than the one that fate has given to them. But what tale is stronger than The Knight and the Witch? ''Fiercely tender, wildly imaginative, and deeply smart, The Isle in the Silver Sea is an ode to the power of stories themselves--both to shackle us to our destinies, and to free us from them. One of my new all-time favourites'' Alix E. Harrow

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Sub-Saharan Africa is a region devastated by HIV/AIDS. The extent of the epidemic is only now becoming clear, as increasing numbers of people with HIV are becoming ill. In the absence of massively expanded prevention, treatment and care efforts, the AIDS death toll on the continent is set to escalate rapidly. Despite progress being achieved in localized settings, the alarming statistics reflect the continuing failure of advanced countries to mount a response that matches the scale and severity of the African HIV/AIDS crisis. Over and above the colossal personal suffering, the dire social and economic consequences for fragile nation-states are already being felt, not only in health but in education, industry, agriculture, transport, human resources and economies in general. Countries already crippled by drought, poverty, debt, forced migration and civil war must now contend with massive deterioration in child survival rates and life expectancy, the erosion of the economic family base, massive and insupportable demands on health and public services, chronic labour shortages and volatile national security. Through a critical and detailed exploration of specific case studies, this invaluable volume brings together an unparalleled array of international contributors to redefine the political and economic contours of this calamitous epidemic. It examines the impact of the shortfalls in the ''Global Fund'' allocation, the slow pace of administrative processing of aid and the weaknesses of institutional responses to the crisis from African countries and their partners in the global health community. It is essential reading for all concerned with public health, epidemiology, HIV/AIDS research, globalization, development, Africa and indeed our shared future. Features include: ” Unique assessments of HIV/AIDS and its impact on democracy and governance in African states ” Wide-ranging regional and country studies by the foremost thinkers in their fields ” Multi-disciplinary contributions from areas including: Politics, Sociology, Public Health and Development Studies ” Compelling and convincing evidence, thematic in approach ” Innovative and culturally specific insights for long-term planning, care and support

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The appearance of Roman soldiers in the 3rd century AD has long been a matter of debate and uncertainty, largely thanks to the collapse of central control and perpetual civil war between the assassination of Severus Alexander in 235 and the accession of the great Diocletian in 284. During those years no fewer than 51 men were proclaimed as emperors, some lasting only a few days. Despite this apparent chaos, however, the garrisons of the Western Provinces held together, by means of localized organization and the recruitment of ''barbarians'' to fill the ranks. They still constituted an army in being when Diocletian took over and began the widespread reforms that rebuilt the Empire – though an Empire that their forefathers would hardly have recognized. Fully illustrated with specially chosen colour plates, this book reveals the uniforms, equipment and deployments of Roman soldiers in the most chaotic years of the Empire.

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FROM THE AUTHOR OF KIM JIYOUNG, BORN 1982 Eight women. Eight stories. One reality. A woman is born. A woman is filmed in public without consent. A woman suffers domestic violence. A woman is gaslit. A woman is discriminated against at work. A woman grows old. A woman becomes famous. A woman is hated, and loved, and then hated again. Written in Cho Nam-Joo's masterful, razor-sharp prose, Miss Kim Knows brings together the lives of eight Korean women, aged 10 to 80. Contained in each of these biographies is a microcosm of contemporary Korea, and the challenges and injustices that women face from childhood to old age. As with Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982, the fates of these eight women are the fates of women the world over. And under Cho Nam-Joo's precise, unveiled gaze, nothing and nobody escapes scrutiny--not even herself.

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Strange things are going on at the Paris Opera House; a mysterious phantom - a skeleton in dinner dress - is wreaking havoc amongst the singers and backstage staff. But when new managers take over and dismiss the rumours of the Opera Ghost, the terror really begins. Who is the curious figure stalking the stage at night? How can he be in so many places at once, entering and leaving locked rooms at will? And what is his connection to the beautiful and talented young soloist, Christine?The Phantom of the Opera is perhaps best known for its many stage and screen adaptations, but Gaston Leroux's original text surpasses them all for its Gothic tension and haunting horror.This beautiful Macmillan Collector's Library edition features an afterword by dramatist Peter Harness.Designed to appeal to the booklover, the Macmillan Collector's Library is a series of beautiful gift editions of much loved classic titles. Macmillan Collector's Library are books to love and treasure.

Objev podobné jako The Phantom of the Opera - Gaston Leroux

"Everything Handmaids wear is red: the colour of blood, which defines us." Offred is a Handmaid in the Republic of Gilead, where women are prohibited from holding jobs, reading, and forming friendships. She serves in the household of the Commander and his wife, and under the new social order she has only one purpose: once a month, she must lie on her back and pray that the Commander makes her pregnant, ecause in an age of declining births, Offred and the other Handmaids are valued only if they are fertile. But Offred remembers the years before Gilead, when she was an independent woman who had a job, a family, and a name of her own. Now, her memories and her will to survive are acts of rebellion. The Handmaid's Tale and its iconic images - the red of the Handmaids, the blue of the Wives, the looming ileadean Eye - have been adapted into a film, an opera, a ballet, and multi-award-winning TV series. This groundbreaking new graphic novel edition, adapted and featuring arresting artwork by Renée Nault, is destined to become a classic in its own right.

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Eight women. Eight stories. One reality. A woman is born. A woman is filmed in public without consent. A woman suffers domestic violence. A woman is gaslit. A woman is discriminated against at work. A woman grows old. A woman becomes famous. A woman is hated, and loved, and then hated again. Written in Cho Nam-Joo's masterful, razor-sharp prose, Miss Kim Knows brings together the lives of eight Korean women, aged 10 to 80. Contained in each of these biographies is a microcosm of contemporary Korea, and the challenges and injustices that women face from childhood to old age. As with Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982, the fates of these eight women are the fates of women the world over. And under Cho Nam-Joo's precise, unveiled gaze, nothing and nobody escapes

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An enchanting picture book story, and an ideal Christmas gift stocking filler, from the creator of Ella’s Night Lights and Lily the Pond Mermaid about facing change, learning to voice difficult emotions and taking a leap into the unknown. Oak is the teensy little, magical leaf girl, who lives in the middle of the woods. When summer turns to autumn and leaves begin to change - Oak and her family must leave their tree. It is time for them to float down to the ground where they can nestle into their cosy winter acorn home, and see out the cold until spring returns once more. Will Oak be brave enough to take a leap from the comfort of her Oak tree? And why is change so hard?- Perfect for children aged 3-5 years!- Ideal for fans of fairies, fantasy and miniature worlds, this is a truly adorable picture book that celebrates the hidden magic of nature. - Gently explores key social and emotional themes, such as fear of change, resilience and giving children the space and time to make a decision that feels right for them. - Glittering foil finish on the cover!Have you met Oak’s enchanting picture book friends?- Ella’s Night LightsElla is a little moth girl who only comes out at night to collect shimmering lights and guide other animals to safety…- Lily, the Pond MermaidLily is a pond mermaid who loves looking after her pond home and all who live in it…

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WINNER OF THE SHIRLEY JACKSON AWARD'A Korean take on Misery' Time'A masterwork of suspense, and a profound meditation on grief, solitude, and secrecy' Laura van den Berg, author of Find MeOghi wakes in a hospital bed unable to speak or move. The car accident that killed his wife has left him trapped in his own body and under the control of his mother-in-law, as she grieves the loss of her only child. Isolated from his friends and neglected by his nurse, Oghi’s world shrinks to the room he lies in and his memories of his wife, a sensitive woman who found solace in cultivating her garden.But as Oghi remains alone and paralysed, his mother-in-law is hard at work in the now-abandoned garden, uprooting what her daughter had worked so hard to plant and obsessively digging larger and larger holes…A bestseller in Korea, The Hole is a superbly crafted and deeply unnerving novel about the horrors of isolation and neglect in all of its banal and brutal forms. 'Like Hitchcock or Abe, Pyun peers head on into the unnerving depths of human grief' Blake Butler, author of 300,000,000'While reading The Hole, you’ll find yourself suddenly doubting everything' Kyung-sook Shin, New York Times bestselling author of Please Look After Mother

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A heartbreaking WW2 historical novel, perfect for fans of Kathryn HughesTorn apart by war. Can their love survive?1939American heiress Vivi Miles falls for naval officer Nathan as soon as she arrives in England. And, under the threat of war, they marry in a whirlwind before he leaves to join his ship. When Nathan returns from Dunkirk injured, he is distant, aloof, and no longer the man Vivi fell in love with. But it’s not just because of his brutal experiences of war. Nathan has a secret and Vivi suspects it’s linked to the mysterious evacuee at the secluded house in the woods on his Kent estate. As war continues to rage, Vivi battles her own grief and loneliness, and tries to find out the truth of the girl’s identity, uncovering a scandal from the past. Is her love for Nathan strong enough to survive?A tear-jerking and beautiful wartime read for fans of Kathryn Hughes and Leah Fleming. Praise for Catherine Law:'I was engrossed in this beautiful, heartfelt story. Characters to care about and a plot that kept me turning the pages' Helen Parusel'A beautifully written emotional, absorbing story about love, family, and secrets. I absolutely loved it' Siobhan Daiko'What a stunning read...' ?????????? Reader Review'You must read this book!' ?????????? Reader Review'A beautifully crafted story' ?????????? Reader Review

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Explore the world of DreamWorks Animation’s Not Quite Narwhal animated show in this charming touch-and-feel novelty board book featuring glitter, holographic foil, embossing, and more!Discover the wonders in Unicorn Land and under the sea! Touch the colorful coral, see Kelp’s shiny bubbles, smell the delicious snow cones, and more in this fun touch-and-feel novelty board book. DreamWorks Animation. Not Quite Narwhal. (c) DreamWorks Animation LLC. All Rights Reserved.

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Comb through beaches for fossils and dive into rock pools in this fun, informative guide to the beauties found along and around seashores.Ever wondered which fossils you may find in the sand at the beach or why they have flags at the beach?This book takes a closer look at sights you can see along and under the shores such as lighthouses, sandcastles, sea sports and the creatures found in rock pools.Want more? Follow the changing seasons with the other titles in the What to Look For... series:What to Look For in SpringWhat to Look For in SummerWhat to Look For in AutumnWhat to Look For in Winter

Objev podobné jako What to Look For by the Shore - Becky Brown

The BRAND-NEW festive instalment of The Little Board Game Cafe series!Kate seems to have it all – wonderful friends, a successful career, and an idyllic life in the quirky Yorkshire town of Essendale. But under the surface, Kate is lonely and yearns for family – especially at Christmas. With the holidays approaching and the town desperate to attract more visitors, Kate plans an enchanting living Advent calendar to feature the local businesses. But Kate’s picture-perfect plans take an unexpected turn when her ex-boyfriend returns, determined to create the pivotal Christmas Eve display. Caught between a new spark and an old flame, Kate must pull off her festive campaign and protect her heart. Will she let go of the past and embrace the future she dreams of?***Perfect for fans of:Second chance romanceSmall-town settingsCosy reads***Praise for Jennifer Page: ''An absolute delight from the very first page to the delicious end!'' Faith Hogan''Word perfect! I loved it!'' Heidi Swain''Another cracker from Jennifer Page! This is a hug of a book.'' Caroline James''A heart-warming romance perfect for curling up with. I absolutely loved it.'' Kitty Wilson***Readers LOVE Christmas at the Board Game Cafe: ''If you are looking for a book to lose yourself in that will leave you feeling like you’ve had a warm hug, this is for you.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''5 stars are not enough - congratulations Jen and thank you for this beautiful book.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''I say this after every book I read by Jennifer, this one''s my favourite. But this time I really think this is it.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''I couldn''t read this fast enough, and I was astounded at the author''s creativity and imagination at bringing 24 different but all equally brilliant windows to life.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*''I thoroughly enjoyed this book and all I needed was a roaring fire, some hot chocolate (with or without marshmallows) and mince pies.'' - NetGalley reviewer, 5*

Objev podobné jako Christmas at the Board Game Cafe - Jennifer Page

I love your smile when the sun shines bright,when magpies sing in the morning light.I love your hug when thunder rumbles,clouds roll in and raindrops tumble.No matter what the seasons do, if skies turn grey or sparkle blue,I love you now, I''ll love you forever...Whatever the weather, we''re in this together.A beautiful celebration of the Australian seasons, and a gorgeous affirmation of unconditional love, Whatever the Weather We''re in This Together is a wonderful addition to the classic tradition of Guess How Much I Love You and Under the Love Umbrella.

Objev podobné jako Whatever the Weather We're in This Together - Jessica Braithwaite, Rebecca Ralfe

For readers of His Name Is George Floyd and Under the Skin A landmark investigation into forensic medicine that exposes the systematic concealment of state-sanctioned violence through death investigationsEach year, police officers kill over 1,000 people they''ve sworn to protect and serve. While some cases, like George Floyd''s and Sandra Bland''s, capture national attention, most victims remain nameless, their stories untold. The Coroner''s Silence reveals a disturbing truth about these cases: coroners and other death investigators are often complicit in obscuring the violent circumstances of in-custody deaths. Through rigorous research—including critical records analysis, public health studies, and interviews with victims'' families—this book unmasks the systemic failures within forensic medicine. Terence Keel shows how incomplete autopsy reports, mishandled medical documents, and strategically lost evidence effectively shield law enforcement from accountability. The Coroner’s Silence uncovers how the current system of death investigation operates as a mechanism of institutional safeguarding. By highlighting the structural powerlessness of coroners and their disconnection from the communities most affected by police violence, Keel demonstrates how bureaucratic processes can render human suffering invisible. True accountability requires more than procedural reform. It demands a fundamental reimagining of how we investigate, document, and understand deaths at the hands of state institutions. The Coroner''s Silence is a crucial intervention that challenges us to confront the deeply ingrained mechanisms that perpetuate systemic violence.

Objev podobné jako The Coroner's Silence - Terence Keel

An enchanting picture book story, and an ideal Christmas gift stocking filler, from the creator of Ella’s Night Lights and Lily the Pond Mermaid about facing change, learning to voice difficult emotions and taking a leap into the unknown. Oak is the teensy little, magical leaf girl, who lives in the middle of the woods. When summer turns to autumn and leaves begin to change - Oak and her family must leave their tree. It is time for them to float down to the ground where they can nestle into their cosy winter acorn home, and see out the cold until spring returns once more. Will Oak be brave enough to take a leap from the comfort of her Oak tree? And why is change so hard? - Perfect for children aged 3-5 years!- Ideal for fans of fairies, fantasy and miniature worlds, this is a truly adorable picture book that celebrates the hidden magic of nature. - Gently explores key social and emotional themes, such as fear of change, resilience and giving children the space and time to make a decision that feels right for them. - Glittering foil finish on the cover!Have you met Oak’s enchanting picture book friends? - Ella’s Night Lights Ella is a little moth girl who only comes out at night to collect shimmering lights and guide other animals to safety…- Lily, the Pond MermaidLily is a pond mermaid who loves looking after her pond home and all who live in it…

Objev podobné jako Oak, the Littlest Leaf Girl - Lucy Flemingová

The highly anticipated second novel from the author of the acclaimed The Secret Starling and The Accidental Stowaway - a spectacular adventure set through and under the streets of Paris.When Penelope Magnificent''s awful parents tell her they''re taking a trip to Paris, she surprises them by begging to go along. Nell is usually content to avoid her money-obsessed father and her fashion-focussed mother, but Paris holds something very dear to her . . . her old au pair Perrine - Pear - lives there. Pear used to write to Nell every week promising to come to her rescue but recently the letters have stopped . . .Arriving at her parent''s posh hotel, Nell is determined to find Pear . . . but no one has seen her at her last known address, and no one seems to want to tell her anything about Pear''s whereabouts. Luckily she befriends the hotel bellboy who introduces her to the world of tunnels underneath the city, and together they set out to find Pear, whilst uncovering an extraordinary mystery of their own . . .Gorgeous black and white illustrations by Kim Geyer bring this story to life.''A rumbustious, rollicking adventure with a generous heart and a happy ending.'' Books for Keeps''FABULOUS!'' Emma Carroll, author of Letters from the Lighthouse''I loved The Pear Affair! If you liked Katherine Rundell you''ll love this.'' Lisa Thompson, author of The Boy Who Fooled the World

Objev podobné jako The Pear Affair - Judith Eagle

Written by MGH Department of Anesthesia residents and attendings, and under the senior editorial leadership of Dr. Keith H. Baker, Clinical Anesthesia Procedures of the Massachusetts General Hospital, Eleventh Edition, emphasizes the clinical fundamentals necessary for the safe delivery of anesthesia and perioperative care in everyday practice. Organized into three convenient sections, Evaluating the Patient Before Anesthesia, Administration of Anesthesia, and Perioperative Issues, it presents information in concise outline format for quick reference. Portable and practical, this handbook is an ideal resource for practicing anesthesiologists and residents, as well as nurse anesthetist trainees and practitioners. Offers current, comprehensive, and concise guidelines on all facets of anesthesia, perioperative care, critical care, and pain management Provides fast answers and a global overview of the most frequent problems encountered in daily anesthetic practice, with a focus on patient safety and optimal outcomes Uses an easy-to-scan outline format that progresses intuitively from preoperative evaluation through administration of anesthesia to perioperative issues for each subject Includes handy appendices on drugs and intravenous antibiotics

Objev podobné jako Clinical Anesthesia Procedures of the Massachusetts General Hospital - Keith H. Baker

Bonnie is scavenging on a beach when she finds a battered old row boat. And under the boat, a bare-footed boy-cold, hungry, and in need of help. The authorities have already been troubling Bonnie and Granda for breaking rules, but how can she leave this boy when he has no-one? Bonnie does her best to keep the boy hidden from the border guards, but as their suspicions grow, she wonders if it''s time to escape the life she''s always known. Under cover of darkness they set sail to the ''house of light'' in search of a new beginning, and a sense of hope.

Objev podobné jako The House of Light - Julia Greenová

New York Times–bestselling author Kate Messner presents a daring game of one-upmanship that pushed the sport of rock climbing to new heights during the Golden Age of Yosemite climbing. Royal Robbins and Warren Harding were two wildly different men who loved the challenge posed by big walls of granite—some that had never been climbed! They paired up to attempt an epic climb on Half Dome. When they didn’t make it to the top, they went their separate ways and soon became fierce rivals, racking up first ascents around Yosemite Valley. This suspenseful, true story offers a fast-paced adventure with a dash of sports history and environmental awareness, told by Kate Messner—one of today’s foremost writers of nonfiction for young people—and climber-illustrator Stevie Lewis, whose love of the sport is on dazzling display. Readers will join the journey as the climbers chase their personal passion for thrilling exploits, which in turn showed the world the heights that are possible when there is someone pushing you to achieve. Perfect for:Fans of Kate Messner’s popular History Smashers seriesFans of adventure stories, sports biographies, and national parks talesTeachers and librarians looking for picture books about nontraditional and action sportsParents, grandparents, and caregivers searching for exciting nonfiction to engage young minds

Objev podobné jako First Ascent - Kate Messner

If you want to do your bit to support local biodiversity, start your own wildlife pond in your back garden.Whether you are looking to do something to help the environment, building a feature pond as a family landscaping project, or attracting local wildlife to your garden; a wildlife pond is a perfect addition to your gardening efforts.Learn everything there is to know about wildlife ponds with: - Photographic and illustrative step-by-step guides on planning, creating, and maintaining your pond - A variety of pond types covered, including natural-style ponds, container ponds, and more traditional, formal-style ponds that still attract wildlife- What to expect throughout the seasons, the creatures that will visit, and the aquatic plants that will thrive- Tips on what to look out for in your pond, encouraging a natural eco-system, and how to maintain your newly built pond throughout the yearFind out everything you''ll need to know to create a natural sanctuary in your garden! This book shows you how to create a backyard pond without filters, pipes, and chemicals, and how to attract and support local species. RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond provides easy-to-follow steps on how to dig your own pond line, advice on which pond plants to choose from, and how to make sure local wildlife can enjoy your pond safely. This book will also give you advice on how to take care of your newly built water feature so that you''re able to enjoy the local animals, insects and birds for years to come. You can expect to see blackbirds bathing in your pond, hedgehogs using it as a water source, and bats flying over at night to catch insects. This wonderful book is filled with photographs and illustrations that will make planning and creating your own pond a therapeutic and fulfilling experience!Complete the Series: There are so many ways for you to enjoy your garden! If you''re looking for tips on environmental changes and landscaping ideas, DK books have even more gardening guides and projects for you to explore. Discover RHS How to Garden the Low Carbon Way, or bring even more feathered friends to your garden with How to Attract Birds to Your Garden.

Objev podobné jako RHS How to Create a Wildlife Pond - Kate Bradbury

From the acclaimed author of Over and Under the Snow, Kate Messner!Now in paperback, Tree of Wonder is an exciting introduction to the biodiversity of the rainforest biome. From two Great Green Macaws to 1,024 Leaf-cutter Ants, readers will delight in counting each animal that makes a home in the heart of the rainforest, where life multiplies again and again in the shade of just one almendro tree.• An eye-opening way of visualizing numbers• Features playful, forest-themed word problems• A lush and fascinating storyDeep in the forest, in the warm-wet green, one almendro tree grows, stretching its branches toward the sun—in and under those branches, all sustained by one tree, thousands of rainforest creatures are living. Count each one as life multiplies again and again in this book about the rainforest''s abundant beauty, and the wonderful multiplicity of life.• A stunning read for kids who can''t get enough of the rainforest and all the animals living in it• Equal parts educational and beautiful, this book is perfect for parents and grandparents, librarians, and math, literature, and science teachers• A great gift for kids 5 to 8 years old who love nature, rainforests, animals, and learning more about the world• Add it to the shelf with books like The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer, The Animal Book by Lonely Planet Kids, and A Butterfly Is Patient by Dianna Aston.

Objev podobné jako Tree of Wonder - Kate Messner

A beautiful picture book with rhyming text introducing babies to the wonderful wildlife in ponds.Take a trip to the pond with this interactive board book with rhyming text to help toddlers identify names and find their first words. From frogs on lily pads to turtles going for a swim, little ones will love discovering all the different animals and minibeasts that live in the pond. With raised elements on the page for fingers to follow and plenty of bright colours and patterns to point to, this is a hands-on introduction to pond-dwelling animals that children and adults alike will enjoy!This giftable baby board book for 0-3 year olds offers: - 10 illustrated pages with bright colours and eye-catching patterns.- Simple, age-appropriate rhyming text for reading aloud. - Raised elements on the page for little ones to explore and touch.- Baby-safe pages; this chunky board book has chew-proof pages and rounded edges to keep your little one safe as they learn new skills.Ideal for 0-3 year olds, the beautiful and simple tactile book about pond life will entertain early learners, as they are introduced to all the creatures that make their home in a pond. The simple raised patterns that kids can touch and feel are great for babies to engage with, capturing their attention and sparking excitement. Complete the series! Little Chunkies: Animals in the Pond is a first baby book for early learners with a love of pond life and animals. Doubling up as a great baby gift, this animal storybook is bright and cheery with adorable illustrations on every page. Why not try other titles in the series, Little Chunkies: Animals in the Ocean, Animals in the Forest, Little Dinosaurs and Animals in the Wild!

Objev podobné jako Little Chunkies: Animals in the Pond - DK

From tadpoles to migrating birds, life in the pond changes from season to season. Discover how fish stay warm in the winter. Learn which insects visit the pond in the summer. Real-life photographs follow the seasons and capture the beauty of a year in the pond.

Objev podobné jako A Year in the Pond - Christina Mia Gardeski

A new garden pond proves fascinating for Albert, especially when he befriends an unusual underwater creature. But one day, his new friend vanishes and Albert is sad. He keeps checking to see if they have returned. His other garden chums do their best to cheer him up. But there is no sign - right up to Albert's long winter sleep. Will the spring... -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

Objev podobné jako Albert and the Pond - Ian Brown

When Kate L. Turabian first put her famous guidelines to paper, she could hardly have imagined the world in which today’s students would be conducting research. Yet while the ways in which we research and compose papers may have changed, the fundamentals remain the same: writers need to have a strong research question, construct an evidence-based argument, cite their sources, and structure their work in a logical way. A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations—also known as “Turabian”—remains one of the most popular books for writers because of its timeless focus on achieving these goals. This new edition filters decades of expertise into modern standards. While previous editions incorporated digital forms of research and writing, this edition goes even further to build information literacy, recognizing that most students will be doing their work largely or entirely online and on screens. Chapters include updated advice on finding, evaluating, and citing a wide range of digital sources and also recognize the evolving use of software for citation management, graphics, and paper format and submission. The ninth edition is fully aligned with the recently released Chicago Manual of Style, 17th edition, as well as with the latest edition of The Craft of Research. Teachers and users of the previous editions will recognize the familiar three-part structure. Part 1 covers every step of the research and writing process, including drafting and revising. Part 2 offers a comprehensive guide to Chicago’s two methods of source citation: notes-bibliography and author-date. Part 3 gets into matters of editorial style and the correct way to present quotations and visual material.  A Manual for Writers also covers an issue familiar to writers of all levels: how to conquer the fear of tackling a major writing project. Through eight decades and millions of copies, A Manual for Writers has helped generations shape their ideas into compelling research papers. This new edition will continue to be the gold standard for college and graduate students in virtually all academic disciplines. Bestselling, trusted, and time-tested advice for writing research papers The best interpretation of Chicago style for higher education students and researchers Definitive, clear, and easy to read, with plenty of examples Shows how to compose a strong research question, construct an evidence-based argument, cite sources, and structure work in a logical way Essential for anyone interested in learning about research Everything any student or teacher needs to know concerning paper writing

Objev podobné jako A Manual for Writers of Research Papers, Theses, and Dissertations, Ninth Edition - Kate L. Turabian

THE NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLERPICKED BY THE SUNDAY TIMES, GUARDIAN, INDEPENDENT, IRISH TIMES, SPECTATOR, TLS, NEW STATESMAN, MAIL ON SUNDAY, I PAPER, PROSPECT, REVEW31 AND EVENING STANDARD AS A BOOK OF 2021''A masterclass from a warm and engagingly enthusiastic companion'' Guardian Summer Reading Picks 2021‘This book is a delight, and it’s about delight too. How necessary, at our particular moment’ Tessa Hadley________________From the New York Times-bestselling, Booker Prize-winning author of Lincoln in the Bardo and Tenth of December comes a literary master class on what makes great stories work and what they can tell us about ourselves - and our world today.For the last twenty years, George Saunders has been teaching a class on the Russian short story to his MFA students at Syracuse University. In A Swim in a Pond in the Rain, he shares a version of that class with us, offering some of what he and his students have discovered together over the years. Paired with iconic short stories by Chekhov, Turgenev, Tolstoy, and Gogol, the seven essays in this book are intended for anyone interested in how fiction works and why it’s more relevant than ever in these turbulent times.In his introduction, Saunders writes, “We’re going to enter seven fastidiously constructed scale models of the world, made for a specific purpose that our time maybe doesn’t fully endorse but that these writers accepted implicitly as the aim of art—namely, to ask the big questions, questions like, How are we supposed to be living down here? What were we put here to accomplish? What should we value? What is truth, anyway, and how might we recognize it?” He approaches the stories technically yet accessibly, and through them explains how narrative functions; why we stay immersed in a story and why we resist it; and the bedrock virtues a writer must foster. The process of writing, Saunders reminds us, is a technical craft, but also a way of training oneself to see the world with new openness and curiosity.A Swim in a Pond in the Rain is a deep exploration not just of how great writing works but of how the mind itself works while reading, and of how the reading and writing of stories make genuine connection possible.

Objev podobné jako A Swim in a Pond in the Rain - George Saunders

Watch frogspawn transform into frogs in this STEM picture book, and watch Millie’s own special friendship grow too!The Pond in the Park offers a gentle introduction to the incredible life cycle of a frog while helping children aged 3-5 overcome their own worries about change and new beginnings.Millie has started at a new school and making friends hasn''t been easy. One morning, Millie''s dad points out a pond filled with frogspawn and explains that soon they will go through BIG changes. Just as the frogspawn will grow and transform, can Millie embrace the changes in her life?This STEM picture book for children offers: - A gentle introduction to the life cycle of a frog combined with a sweet narrative about Millie and her blossoming friendship.- A powerful partnership with Woke Babies, who create inspiring and culturally diverse books featuring black and minority ethnic children.- Bright and appealing illustrations and an engaging story to teach children about the lifecycle of a frog.This is the ideal book for children who are starting school and nervous about building friendships, teaching them that it’s normal to have worries about new beginnings. This STEM story also sees frogspawn transform into frogs and teaches about the lifecycle through an engaging story for little ones. So, what are you waiting for? Let''s head to the park where our adventure begins.

Objev podobné jako The Pond in the Park - Flo Fielding

THE PERFECT GIFT FOR ALL BIBLIOMANIACSA BOOK OF THE YEAR IN THE TIMES, FINANCIAL TIMES, SPECTATOR AND DAILY MAILA WATERSTONES BEST POPULAR SCIENCE BOOK Plunge into this rich and thought-provoking A-Z compendium to discover how our fixations have taken shape, from the Middle Ages to the present day, as bestselling author Kate Summerscale deftly traces the threads between the past and present, the psychological and social, the personal and the political.''Fascinating'' Malcolm Gaskill, author of the No. 1 bestseller The Ruin of All Witches''Fascinating'' Observer''An endlessly intriguing book ... All the bibliomanes (book nutters) I know will love it'' Daily Mail

Objev podobné jako The Book of Phobias and Manias - Kate Summerscale

The Pond is a touching picture book about a young boy, and his family, overcoming the loss of his father through a small pond in the garden. This colourful, emotional book is filled with natural imagery and will teach children not only about death, and loss, but the importance of the natural world. -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

Objev podobné jako The Pond - Nicola Davies

‘A captivating story of courage, belief, and disillusionment under the persistent tyranny of Russian imperialism. Even after 90 years, Kirsti’s story is a testament to the ongoing fight for Freedom.'' - Ana Khizanishvili, Human Rights LawyerUnder the Sickle and the Sledgehammer was originally published in 1942, as war still raged between Finland and the Soviet Union.The author of this memoir, Kirsti Huurre (a pseudonym, since it was far too risky to reveal her real name), was a Finnish woman who immigrated to the Soviet Union in the 1930s, convinced the new egalitarian state and workers’ paradise would provide a better life for her and her young son; she was hopeful that, once settled, she would be able to send for him. What followed was vastly different to what was promised: a life filled with fear, suspicion, violence and state-run propaganda that spun a web of lies around its people. Kirsti eventually escaped – defying the odds when so many of her friends and loved ones did not.Under the Sickle and the Sledgehammer is the first English translation of what became the second most censored book – second only to Mein Kampf – from Finnish libraries after the war. This is a gripping and valuable account of life in Stalin’s oppressive Soviet Union.

Objev podobné jako Under the Sickle and the Sledgehammer - Kirsti Huurre

With over 11 million female-owned businesses in the US today, more women than ever are taking the reins to create their own success. Maybe you feel the pull to start a business but deep down you''re afraid that you don''t have what it takes. Maybe you have a great idea but wonder if you''re actually qualified to make it happen. Or maybe you want to expand your business, but you''re worried about how it will affect your family. If that''s you, it''s time to start thinking like a boss.In this practical and encouraging book, Kate Crocco exposes the 12 limiting beliefs that are holding you back from your true potential, such as- I should have it all together and I don''t- I''m not ready or qualified to start- I don''t have enough time- It''s already been done before- and moreWith plenty of inspiring true stories and actionable steps you can take--starting now--Thinking Like a Boss will help you turn your limiting beliefs into limitless opportunity.

Objev podobné jako Thinking Like a Boss – Uncover and Overcome the Lies Holding You Back from Success - Kate Crocco

___________________________________ A gripping Temperance Brennan novel from world-class forensic anthropologist Kathy Reichs, the international no. 1 bestselling crime thriller writer and the inspiration behind the hit TV series Bones.The body of a teenage girl is discovered along a desolate highway on the outskirts of Charlotte. Inside her purse is the ID card of a local businessman who died in a fire months earlier. Who was the girl? And was she murdered?Dr Temperance Brennan, Forensic Anthropologist, must find the answers. She soon learns that a Gulf War veteran stands accused of smuggling artefacts into the country. Could there be a connection between the two cases? Convinced that the girl’s death was no accident, Tempe soon finds herself at the centre of a conspiracy that extends from South America to Afghanistan. But to find justice for the dead, she must be more courageous - and take more extreme action - than ever before.___________________________________ Dr Kathy Reichs is a professional forensic anthropologist. She has worked for decades with chief medical examiners, the FBI, and even a United Nations Tribunal on Genocide. However, she is best known for her internationally bestselling Temperance Brennan novels, which draw on her remarkable experience to create the most vividly authentic, true-to-life crime thrillers on the market and which are the inspiration for the hit TV series Bones. ___________________________________ Many of the world''s greatest thriller writers are huge fans of her work: ''Kathy Reichs writes smart – no, make that brilliant – mysteries that are as realistic as nonfiction and as fast-paced as the best thrillers about Jack Reacher, or Alex Cross.'' JAMES PATTERSON ''One of my favourite writers.'' KARIN SLAUGHTER ''I love Kathy Reichs? – always scary, always suspenseful, and I always learn something.'' LEE CHILD ''Nobody does forensics thrillers like Kathy Reichs. She’s the real deal.'' DAVID BALDACCI ''Each book in Kathy Reichs’s fantastic Temperance Brennan series is better than the last. They’re filled with riveting twists and turns – and no matter how many books she writes, I just can’t get enough!'' LISA SCOTTOLINE ''Nobody writes a more imaginative thriller than Kathy Reichs.'' CLIVE CUSSLER

Objev podobné jako Bones of the Lost - Kathy Reichs

Pigs don''t swim ... or so it''s said. A classic, much-loved picture book following the exploits of a hot and bothered pig.In this Kate Greenaway Commended picture book favourite, Owl Babies author Martin Waddell tells the story of Neligan''s pig – who''s feeling very hot and bothered! It''s one of the most sizzling days of the summer, and the pig sits by the pond watching the ducks and geese playing on the cool water. The pig gets warmer and warmer, the ducks and the geese get louder and louder. Neligan''s pig knows that pigs don''t swim – but she just has to take a dive! And she''s not the only one on the farm who''s sweltering... A riotous read-aloud to be shared over and over again.

Objev podobné jako The Pig in the Pond - Martin Waddell

This comprehensive guide is the most complete owner''s manual for keeping all types of freshwater and marine fish. The book will take you through all the options in choosing the right fish for any water temperature - tropical and coldwater - and for all types of environment - indoor aquariums or outdoor ponds. Know the difference between keeping marine fish and freshwater fish, including differences in aquarium setups, and feeding and caring for your pet fish. Learn to tell if your fish are healthy and find out everything you need to breed them successfully. The Encyclopedia of Aquarium & Pond Fish contains a huge photographic colour reference directory of over 800 of the most popular fish, which not only shows you what they look like, but also gives you the key information you need, such as how big they will grow, whether they integrate with different fish, what food they eat, and what water type and temperature they prefer.

Objev podobné jako Encyclopedia of Aquarium and Pond Fish - David Alderton

Discover the true story of Kathy Sullivan, the first woman to walk in space and the only woman who has been to both outer space and the depths of the ocean, in this inspiring nonfiction picture book biography.Growing up, Kathy Sullivan always knew the world was bigger than her neighborhood. She loved to study maps and wonder about distant places. And when she was six years old and saw Sputnik in the sky, she knew space would be the most amazing adventure of all. One of the first six trailblazing women to join NASA’s storied astronaut corps, Kathy was the first woman to walk in space and a veteran of three shuttle missions. She was in the first NASA Astronaut Group 8, provided support for the first Space Shuttle mission and the Kennedy Space Center crew, and was part of the team that launched, rescued, and maintained the Hubble Space Telescope. After spending 532 total hours in space, Kathy left NASA and fulfilled another dream: traveling to the sea floor. Kathy became the first woman to travel to the Mariana Trench, the lowest known point on planet Earth. Kathy never forgot the maps she loved as a child and followed her curiosity to the highest reaches and most sunken depths—farther than anyone else.

Objev podobné jako The High-Flying, Deep-Diving Adventures of Kathy Sullivan - Diane Stanley

Tři příběhy tří domorodých kmenů Rukai, Atayal a Pangcah (Amis) nás vrací zpět na počátek ke kořenům tchajwanské domorodé kultury. Tchaj-wan známý též pod názvem Formosa, neboli Krásný ostrov, leží v Tichém oceánu nedaleko čínské provincie Fu-ťien, mezi Filipínami a Japonskem. Zde jej omývá teplý mořský proud Kurošio, který k jeho břehům přináší bohatý mořský život. Hornatý ostrov ležící na pomezí tropického a subtropického podnebného pásu je nejen domovem řady unikátních endemických druhů, ale i domorodých kmenů melanésko-polynéského původu, jejichž kultura vyrůstá v těsném sepětí s místní přírodou. Příběhy původního obyvatelstva se prochází levharti obláčkoví, černí medvědi ušatí či obávané zmije, jakými jsou ploskolebci nosorozí. Kmeny s nimi uzavírají své pokrevní svazky. Čelenky náčelníků zase zdobí peří bažantů mikádo. Boje, které bojovníci svádí, se vedou proti nelítostným Sluncím nebo obludám, které ohrožují život kmene a teprve s velkým úsilím je lze překonat. Bohatě ilustrovaná kniha dává nahlédnout do ústní tradice melanésko-polynéských kmenů a je určena čtenářům každého věku, od těch nejmenších až po ty nejstarší. ---------------------------- Taiwan is an island in the Pacific Ocean off the coast of mainland China. For centuries, the island has had a diverse mix of cultures and languages . The indigenous tribes on the island are distinctive examples . Their languages are classified as Austronesian languages close to those of the inhabitants of today's Philippines, Indonesia or New Guinea and Polynesia. Taiwan has thus become the platform where you can see the influences brought by the migrants from Pacific and Indian Ocean islands. The literary tradition of the Taiwanese is very rich, although they do not have their own writing system. The key to choose these three stories is the title of the book loosely hidden by the topics of the selected stories. It contains the natural elements that make up the world around us. In this book we find poetic stories about fire, water and the earth. They are stories full of known archetypes of humanity. We learn about the long journey to the end of the world and shooting down of the Sun, a story not unlike the well-known legend "Beauty and the Beast". We also find the well-known battle of the archetypes of good and evil in the story of the natives' victory over the monsters. This wonderful book with three indigenous stories, which shows the world Taiwanese culture and legends through delicate but colorful illustrations, will not disappoint discerning readers of any age.

Objev podobné jako The Song of Mountain, Forest and Sea - Kate Dargaw