Charlesbridge publishing feb 2013 (24 risultati)

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Celebrate baby girls everywhere! In the tradition of best-selling GLOBAL BABIES, GLOBAL BABY GIRLS shines a spotlight on girls from around the world, celebrating their strength, diversity, and potential. Babies love to look at babies and this bright collection of photos is a ticket to an around-the-world journey. From Peru to China, Russia to Mali, this board book features captivating photographs of curious, joyful, and adventurous baby girls from fifteen different cultures. The bright and bold pictures paired with simple text share a powerful message: no matter where they are born, baby girls can grow up to change the world. A perfect baby shower gift or first book for the toddler in your life. Part of the proceeds from this book's sales will be donated to the Global Fund for Children to support innovative community-based organizations that provide opportunities for girls to grow, thrive, and be strong.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What's lots of funand brain-building too Crosswords! Kids love to solve puzzles, and while they're enjoying themselves, they're also improving language skills, logical reasoning, and even their knowledge of the world. This cool collection has real child-appeal with irresistible themes that range from 'Back to School' to 'Dino Delight' to 'Sports Fans.' The clues are just hard enough to give young solvers a good challenge without leaving them frustrated. For example, 'Scaly Tales' has questions about lizards, dragons, and swamp-dwelling reptiles, while 'Wiz Kids' is perfect for Harry Potter fans, and 'Hit Toons' asks about animated favorites.Of course, the solution to every crossword is included, just in case they get stumped.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Percy helps his dad hang signs for the Neighborhood Fun Run. Along the way, Percy meets the community helpers who make See and Learn City a better place to live, work, and play. Percy is excited to tell the gang about the new friends he met in the neighborhood.Part of the sixteen bookI SEE I LEARN®series for happier, healthier, more confident children.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Sometimes we all need a little reminder.Ten-year-old Mary McHugh's world is shattered when her father is injured in a mining accident in the late 1800's. After losing his leg, Mary's father falls into a deep depression. He no longer plays the piano or has interest in carving the intricate wooden 'Reminders' that he has always made to remind the family of the milestones they shared together. To make matters worse, the family may need to leave their home in Cripple Creek, Colorado in order to make ends meet.Mary's love for her father and her desire to get life back to 'normal' push her to take a chance that restores her father's spirit and brings her family a new life, strengthened by the hardships they have endured. Shelley, John (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Making choices can be tricky! This installment in the I See I Learn® visual learning series uses easy-to-follow diagrams and a warm, charming story to teach basic decision-making strategies to the youngest readers.Camille is excited to start a new project at school. She's given two choices: she can build a kite or plant a vegetable. Making a decision is difficult for Camille. With the support of friends and her teacher, Camille soon learns to make thoughtful, timely choices.Part of the sixteen bookI SEE I LEARN®series for happier, healthier, more confident children.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Kenya s homework is to pick her favorite song and share it with her class. Sounds simple, but for Kenya, it s anything but. With all that beautiful music in the world, how can she possibly choose Her family and friends try to help by offering their favorite songs as choices, but it s no help to Kenya. While those around her have made some great suggestions, Kenya has a hard time calling any one of them her favorite.For inspiration, Kenya accompanies her father to the Caribbean Cultural Center where he plays music. Kenya hears music from Cuba and Trinidad, Haiti and Puerto Rico. She hears music in all different languages French, English, Spanish. But still, Kenya can t decide which song she likes best. Finally, Kenya makes her decision one that will surprise readers while inspiring them to listen to the world around them. Johnson, Pamela (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Celebrate our beautiful home in this joyous, poetic bilingual tribute to the Earth's colors, climates, and seasons. Panoramic photographs capture the majesty of nature from swirling deserts to curling ocean waves. Close-ups reveal quieter treasures like springy moss and sunlit leaves. Tying all these wonders together are the faces of children from around the globe, reflecting our shared connection to the planet. Warm, approachable text throughout makes this perfect for read-alouds and for youngsters just beginning to read independently. A gorgeous gift for Earth Days and birthdays.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Have you ever wondered why you shiver when you're cold, or sweat when you're hot It may seem natural that emperor penguins huddle together to stay warm in the Arctic, but why exactly does this prevent them from freezing Is your dog just out of breath when he pants after running around outside, or does panting actually help him to cool down In TOO HOT TOO COLD , Caroline Arnold, acclaimed author of nonfiction for young readers, answers these questions and more.In clear and concise writing, readers will discover the many different ways humans and animals adapt to heat and cold. The book includes a straight-forward explanation of cold-blooded and warm-blooded animals, and young science enthusiasts will be amazed to learn how remarkably similar animals and humans are when it comes to keeping their body temperatures just right. Patterson, Annie (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this latest book by acclaimed science writer April Pulley Sayre, young readers follow along as a mother humpback whale and her calf make their annual trek from the warm waters of the Caribbean to their summer feeding grounds off the coast of New England and back again. Within this extraordinary story of migration, Sayre provides information about how humpback whales breathe, sing, and how they got their namea secondary layer of text expands upon the more intricate details.But aside from the basics about the humpback whale species, HERE COME THE HUMPBACKS! also delves into the dangers these whales facefrom other mammals and sea life such as hungry orcas, to man-made threats like pollution and giant ships.Jamie Hogan's stunning, rich pastel illustrations complement Sayre's text beautifully, and make this book a great choice for a read-aloud in the classroom, library, or at home. Hogan, Jamie (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Beware: Once you start solving these word searches, you won't be able to stop! These searches are wildly entertaining, sometimes funny, and in a range of different levels to suit every solver. It's the newest in the go!games series, and one that's sure to be a hit.Each puzzle features a cool theme, from '007' (agents, assassins, and Bond, James Bond) to 'Authors' (Dickens, Faulkner, Fitzgerald, and Twain) and 'Board Games' (Checkers, Chess, Parcheesi, and Yahtzee). Or choose 'Bite Me,' 'Elvis,' 'Golf Courses,' and 'Putting on the Brakes.' There are 188 word searches in all, and each one is so much fun you'll want to keep on solving till you have done them all! And of course completed puzzles are there in the back.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 240 puzzles to entertain your brain.Sudoku at its finest, give your brain a workout with 240 new and innovative puzzles in a variety levels so everyone can play. Solvers will find this book irresistible, with puzzles appropriate for all levels that build in difficulty. Test your skills as you work your way up to the hardest "Big Mind Challenge" selection. To help you, there's an excellent introductory section with tips and techniques. They're fun; they're entertaining; they're ABSOLUTELY ADDICTIVE.…

Kombiprodukt. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Join the butcher, the baker, and the candlestick maker as they sail away to snag a big catch for dinner. This rhyming narrative pays homage to and continues the story of the classic Mother Goose poem.Includes a CD with a song recording and book narration.

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this new title from The Global Fund for Children, readers learn the different ways kids from around the world can stay healthy. Photographs showcase children from Afghanistan washing their hands, a team of boys from Australia playing sports, a group of girls from Panama wearing their seatbelts. There are many ways kids can practice healthy living, no matter where they live.In a foreword by Melinda French Gates, co-chair and trustee of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, readers are reminded that not all children are lucky enough to have access to clean water, or to receive vaccines regularly. Back matter includes further information about how to live healthy lives, and how kids can help to improve healthy living around the world so that more kids become healthy kids.With the establishment of programs like First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move! initiative which emphasizes the significance of focusing on children's health issues around the world, HEALTHY KIDS is a welcome addition that will help increase awareness of this important issue.…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The teddy bears are backthis time to teach readers all about patterns. Similar to the first three books in the McGrath Math series of concept books, TEDDY BEAR PATTERNS uses rhyming verse to explain the concepts illustrated by the colorful teddies. This simple text helps children to follow along as the teddy bears sort by color, and arrange into patterns of two colors, three colors, and so on. Readers will also discover how they can use patterns to skip count, add, and even multiply, before trying their hand at creating a pattern of their own.TEDDY BEAR PATTERNS is a worthwhile addition to the classroom, especially those that already use bear counters or other manipulatives as learning tools. Back matter provides a summary of the concepts introduced in the book. Nihoff, Tim (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Abracadabra! With the flick of a pencil, young artists can learn to draw fairies of all shapes and sizes.In easy-to-follow steps and clear diagrams, beloved author/illustrator Ralph Masiello shows kids how to create and draw all different creatures from the fairy realm. From tiny fairies to fairy godmothers, THE FAIRY DRAWING BOOK offers a wide range of fascinating fantastical beings. Some are instantly recognizable, like the Tooth Fairy, while others, such as Hairy Fairy, are products of Masiello's imagination, encouraging children to branch out with creations of their own. The step-by-step instructions will both build confidence and inspire creativity in artists at all stages. Bonus steps include instructions on how to draw whimsical wands, handy purses, or fetching flowers. Back matter includes a list of books and websites for fairy-loving readers to check out for inspiration, or just to enjoy while drawing fairy creatures of their own. Masiello, Ralph (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Pinch's Aunt Hasty is staying true to her name. After selling her house before finding a new home, she realizes she doesn't have a place for her couch so she sends it off to Pinch to take care of in the meantime. When movers show up at Pinch's house with this most unwelcome gift, Pinch is outraged. This terrible couch with daring dashes of red doesn't match his blue curtains, plus it won't fit in his cozy house!Pinch's neighbor, Dash, comes to his friend's rescue. Together they push. They shove. They try to find a place for the couch. Finally, Pinch comes up with a solution that will please both him and Dash.Readers will enjoy watching the antics of the duo that was first introduced in PINCH AND DASH MAKE SOUP. Simple, yet satisfying, the second offering in this early reader series shows that you don't always have to see eye to eye to build a lasting friendship. Yezerski, Thomas F. (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - What is a community This I See I Learn® visual learning book uses easy-to-follow diagrams and a warm, cheerful story to introduce youngsters to the basic building blocks of their neighborhood: the people who help their community to stay safe and healthy and have fun.Percy helps his dad hang signs for the Neighborhood Fun Run. Along the way, Percy meets the community helpers who make See and Learn City a better place to live, work, and play. Percy is excited to tell the gang about the new friends he met in the neighborhood.Part of the sixteen bookI SEE I LEARN®series for happier, healthier, more confident children.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Making choices can be tricky! This installment in the I See I Learn® visual learning series uses easy-to-follow diagrams and a warm, charming story to teach basic decision-making strategies to the youngest readers.Camille is excited to start a new project at school. She's given two choices: she can build a kite or plant a vegetable. Making a decision is difficult for Camille. With the support of friends and her teacher, Camille soon learns to make thoughtful, timely choices.Part of the sixteen bookI SEE I LEARN®series for happier, healthier, more confident children. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - The teddy bears are backthis time to teach readers all about patterns. Similar to the first three books in the McGrath Math series of concept books, TEDDY BEAR PATTERNS uses rhyming verse to explain the concepts illustrated by the colorful teddies. This simple text helps children to follow along as the teddy bears sort by color, and arrange into patterns of two colors, three colors, and so on. Readers will also discover how they can use patterns to skip count, add, and even multiply, before trying their hand at creating a pattern of their own.TEDDY BEAR PATTERNS is a worthwhile addition to the classroom, especially those that already use bear counters or other manipulatives as learning tools. Back matter provides a summary of the concepts introduced in the book. Nihoff, Tim (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Spring is in the air-and in the trees! Spring is here, and with the new season come trees full of life, color. . .and blossoms! From the creators of Leaf Jumpers and Winter Trees, Spring Blossoms introduces readers to a variety of different flowering trees. During a stroll through the forest, two children come across the small and white flowers on a crab apple tree, the rich, red buds on a red maple, and many more. Along the way, readers learn that some trees have both male and female flowers-each with a distinctive appearance. Back matter includes extended botanical facts and more information about trees and their life cycles. Told in lyrical rhymes with beautiful linoleum-cut illustrations, Spring Blossoms offers a unique blend of science, poetry, and art studies. Evans, Leslie (illustratore).…

Taschenbuch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - It's an old-time playtimenothing electronic, just games that have stood the test of time! They help children build skills like hand-eye coordination, problem solving, and simply learning how to be a good team player and work well with others. But most of all, they're lots of fun. This collection of timeless games guarantees kids a great timeby themselves, with a group of friends, or with their family. And best of all, no batteries are required . . . and very little equipment, too.There's Hopscotch and Dodgeball, Four Square and Stoopball, Horse and One Old Cat (a ball game similar to baseball, but with only one base). All you need is your brainand occasionally a paper and pento play games like Association, the Minister's Cat, and Dumb Crambo (which is similar to Charades, but has a rhyming twist). A rainy day with no pals around would be just right to make Hand Shadows, walk on Can Stilts, or practice Jacks. Don't forget card games like Crazy Eights and Rummy, Crab and Sack Races, and old favorites like Duck, Duck, Goose and Red Rover. And because no parent likes to hear the whine of 'Are we there yet ' there's a whole chapter of games for the car!Black-and-white illustrations keep the old-timey feel while getting kids excited to play. Simple instructions explain how many people can play, what you need, the object of the game, and the basic rules. For extra entertainment, there are also lots of fun facts about the history of the games sprinkled throughout. This book is so packed with activities that kids will want to turn off their computers, shut down their PlayStations and Xboxes, and get playing the old-fashioned way. …

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - Kenya's homework is to pick her favorite song and share it with her class. Sounds simple, but for Kenya, it's anything but. With all that beautiful music in the world, how can she possibly choose Her family and friends try to help by offering their favorite songs as choices, but it's no help to Kenya. While those around her have made some great suggestions, Kenya has a hard time calling any one of them her favorite.For inspiration, Kenya accompanies her father to the Caribbean Cultural Center where he plays music. Kenya hears music from Cuba and Trinidad, Haiti and Puerto Rico. She hears music in all different languagesFrench, English, Spanish. But still, Kenya can't decide which song she likes best. Finally, Kenya makes her decisionone that will surprise readers while inspiring them to listen to the world around them. Johnson, Pamela (illustratore).…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this new title from The Global Fund for Children, readers learn the different ways kids from around the world can stay healthy. Photographs showcase children from Afghanistan washing their hands, a team of boys from Australia playing sports, a group of girls from Panama wearing their seatbelts. There are many ways kids can practice healthy living, no matter where they live.In a foreword by Melinda French Gates, co-chair and trustee of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, readers are reminded that not all children are lucky enough to have access to clean water, or to receive vaccines regularly. Back matter includes further information about how to live healthy lives, and how kids can help to improve healthy living around the world so that more kids become healthy kids.With the establishment of programs like First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move! initiative which emphasizes the significance of focusing on children's health issues around the world, HEALTHY KIDS is a welcome addition that will help increase awareness of this important issue.…

Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - In this latest book by acclaimed science writer April Pulley Sayre, young readers follow along as a mother humpback whale and her calf make their annual trek from the warm waters of the Caribbean to their summer feeding grounds off the coast of New England and back again. Within this extraordinary story of migration, Sayre provides information about how humpback whales breathe, sing, and how they got their namea secondary layer of text expands upon the more intricate details.But aside from the basics about the humpback whale species, HERE COME THE HUMPBACKS! also delves into the dangers these whales facefrom other mammals and sea life such as hungry orcas, to man-made threats like pollution and giant ships.Jamie Hogan's stunning, rich pastel illustrations complement Sayre's text beautifully, and make this book a great choice for a read-aloud in the classroom, library, or at home. Hogan, Jamie (illustratore).…