Author: Bonnie Mackay
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 1101991836
Category : Biography & Autobiography
Languages : en
Pages : 226
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A beautifully illustrated look at Christmas ornaments and the memories they hold on our trees First highlighted in the New York Times, Bonnie Mackay’s annual Christmas tree showcases a lifetime collecting almost 3,000 ornaments. Now, through beautiful photography and illuminating vignettes, Tree of Treasures shares the heartfelt stories behind a hundred of those cherished possessions, whether it’s the story of a family member, like Mackay’s grandfather, a well-known vaudeville performer; long-held relationships with friends and colleagues in the international community of Christmas crafts makers; a memory of a beloved pet; and much more. From serene lace angels and vintage Santas, to exquisite glass-blown spheres and small silk purses, Tree of Treasures showcases ornaments both beautiful and well-loved, illuminating how ornaments, as we unpack and hang them each holiday season, tell the story of our lives.
Author: Bonnie Mackay
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0143107844
Category : Architecture
Languages : en
Pages : 226
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Bonnie Mackay celebrates Christmas like no one else: she has a collection of over 3000 ornaments. Her tree, which was profiled by the New York Times Style section in 2012, is spectacular. Each ornament represents a passage in Bonnie's life, each invites reflection, and together they create the portrait of a remarkable life. Bonnie's vision and love for these treasured objects give the reader a new understanding and appreciation of them. Bonnie's book stands alone on the true art and meaning of the Christmas tree and will be the perfect holiday gift for years to come.
Author: John Trent
Publisher: Harper Collins
ISBN: 9780849958496
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 128
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Kids will love this creative and fun book in which 4 animals (an otter, beaver, golden retriever & lion) teach personality traits and how to respect and appreciate each individual for who they are. Meets national education standards.
Author: DK
Publisher: Dorling Kindersley Ltd
ISBN: 0241583268
Category : Nature
Languages : en
Pages : 322
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The secret world of trees is revealed in this beautiful and absorbing e-guide to the giants of the plant world Trees have been a part of human history from the very beginning. Used for shelter, tools, fuel, and food, they also help supply the atmosphere with oxygen and form astonishingly diverse ecosystems, as well as some of the world's most beautiful landscapes. Now the intricate world of leafy woodlands and abundant rainforests is revealed in this extensive visual guide to trees, exploring their key scientific traits and their ecological importance, as well as their enduring significance in human history and culture. From ancient oaks and great redwoods to lush banyans and imposing kapoks, The Tree Book reveals the anatomy, behaviours, and beauty of these incredible plants and habitats in detail. Combining natural history and a scientific overview with a wider look at the history, uses, symbolism, and mythology of trees, this ebook is a new kind of guide to these fascinating organisms.
Author: Jos van Beurden
Publisher: CLUES no. 3
ISBN: 9789088904394
Category : Colonies
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This pioneering study charts the one-way traffic of cultural and historical objects during five centuries of European colonialism. Former colonies consider this as a historical injustice that has not been undone.
Author: Robert Tieman
Publisher: Disney Editions
ISBN: 9781423106418
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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/DIV DIVIn The Mickey Mouse Treasures, author Robert Tieman describes in detail the adventures of everyone’s favorite mouse, from Mickey’s screen debut in Steamboat Willie to his starring roles in Fantasia and The Mickey Mouse Club. This richly illustrated book tells the story of Mickey’s incredible career, springing from the imaginations of Walt Disney and Ub Iwerks onto the page, and becoming an international legend, hero, and icon. Included are chapters on Mickey’s family tree, the animators and voice actors who have given Mickey life over the decades, and Mickey’s numerous incarnations in film, television, print, and at the Disney theme parks. Filled with unique removable keepsakes, Mickey Mouse Treasures is an essential collector’s item for every Disney fan.
Author: Nadine Robert
Publisher: Kids Can Press
ISBN: 9781771385732
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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In this appealing search-and-find informational picture book, readers join a little boy named Toshi as he and his grandmother explore six of their favorite places --- the riverbank, the town, the forest, the country, the park and the beach. At each location, Toshi finds treasures to add to his collection, from a dragonfly wing to a glittery rock to a guitar pick. Best of all, his grandmother always knows what everything is! Each scene is featured in a full-spread illustration, with lots of potential treasures labeled. Following that is an activity in which readers help Toshi identify his found treasures from each place by matching them to related items (for example, pink peony petals matching the peony plant, and a coin matching the coin purse). Answers at the back of the book reveal interesting facts about them all, adding context. The animals that Toshi and his grandmother encounter are also shown at the back of the book. Using an innovative technique that mixes fiction and nonfiction, this book is the perfect resource for life science lessons on habitats and the environment. It encourages observation skills, curiosity and critical thinking --- building blocks for studying science. This book would be a terrific inspiration for a trip around the neighborhood in which children can find, identify and draw treasures of their own. It could also be used as a starting point for storytelling, in which children imagine the story of a treasure --- Toshi's or their own --- before it was found.
Author: Yuval Zommer
Publisher: Doubleday Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 0593119673
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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This Christmas, families can read a heartfelt holiday story about a lonely little tree that learns what it means to be loved—with a powerful message to children that they are perfect just as they are. A small, crookled fir tree is left all alone after the others near it in the forest are chosen by families as Christmas to bring home. But when the forest animals gather around the lonely little tree to cheer it up and celebrate the season, it finds the warmth of the holidays in the heart of a cold, snowy forest. This is a charming and classic-feeling holiday picture book with a timely message about celebrating our differences and sticking by our friends. Families will love making this part of their holiday traditions, as a perfect book to talk about kindness, generosity, and the true meaning of Christmas. Look for all of Yuval Zommer's beautiful nature stories: A Thing Called Snow The Lights That Dance in the Night The Wild
Author: Stella Dreis
Publisher: Greystone Books
ISBN: 9781771646536
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 36
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A book to inspire children to hunt for treasures in the natural world. Little Bear is a treasure finder. And he finds the most wonderful things: a shiny button, a tickly feather, a cozy hiding place, a tree to scratch, and even a shy, soft piece of lint. The other animals, however, don't understand Little Bear's treasures. "Just junk," they say. Except for one... When Little Bear meets Little Bird, it's the beginning of a wonderful friendship. Together, Little Bear just might discover his best treasure yet. Poetic, affectionate, funny, and captivatingly illustrated, this gorgeous picture book is a treasure itself.
Author: Jo Witek
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams
ISBN: 9781419722042
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 0
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From the creators of the bestselling In My Heart comes a picture book exploration of happiness and the true nature of joy. When a girl receives a beautiful porcelain box from her grandmother, she immediately wants something special to put inside it. But what could it be? What does she love best? She loves jumping in puddles on rainy days, blowing bubbles in the park, and watching her little sister's first steps. As it turns out, life's most precious treasures cannot be contained in a box With a gentle message about the immateriality of happiness, this story reminds us to take pleasure in everyday moments. The book is beautifully packaged with a sparkly die-cut star on the cover, and flaps throughout reveal hidden surprises. The Growing Hearts series celebrates the milestones of a toddler's emotional development, from conquering fears and expressing feelings to welcoming a new sibling.
