The Greek myths have intrigued countless generations of readers with their exciting tales of adventure, calamity, and conquest. This entertaining collection -- excellently retold for young audiences by Bob Blaisdell -- invites children to relive the memorable experiences of familiar characters from Greek mythology. Taken directly from the writings of Homer, Hesiod, Sophocles, Aeschylus, Euripides, and other ancient storytellers, the myths recount the stirring and imaginative tales of Pandora's box, Prometheus, the dreaded Cyclops, the labors of the mighty Hercules, the captivating stories...
The Greek myths have intrigued countless generations of readers with their exciting tales of adventure, calamity, and conquest. This entertaining coll...
The thousands of children who begin ballet instruction every year (and the many who think they might like to) will love this wonderful introduction to ballet, with 42 fun pictures to color. The exceptionally clear illustrations -- all presented in proper sequence -- clearly depict everything that goes on in a beginner's class, from lacing up the ballet shoe to executing the perfect arabesque. Among the topics illustrated and described are proper posture, the importance of warm-up and stretching exercises, foot positions, and arm movements. Most important, dozens of basic ballet steps...
The thousands of children who begin ballet instruction every year (and the many who think they might like to) will love this wonderful introduction...
The deities of ancient Greece are central characters in a body of mythical narratives that were at the heart of a civilization that lasted many centuries. These characters and stories represent imaginatively the Greeks' understanding of nature, psychology, and their own history. They also include strange and spectacular tales of love and lust, war and peace, heroism and vengeance, supernatural feats and superhuman weaknesses -- which may explain their appeal to poets, prose writers, and artists over time, right up to the present day: a stock of themes and images at the historical heart of...
The deities of ancient Greece are central characters in a body of mythical narratives that were at the heart of a civilization that lasted many centur...
A treat for coloring book fans and flower lovers, these illustrations depict 30 floral beauties, with brief captions describing what the flowers symbolize. Images include: Anemone (anticipation) Bluebell (constancy) Buttercup (riches) Carnation (fidelity) Daffodil (deceit) Gardenia (secret love) Jasmine (grace and elegance) Morning glory (affection) Narcissus (egotism) Poppy (extravagance) Red rose (romantic love) Tulip (declaration of love) ... and 18 others Gardening enthusiasts and nature lovers will treasure this handsome, accurately rendered...
A treat for coloring book fans and flower lovers, these illustrations depict 30 floral beauties, with brief captions describing what the flowers symbo...
Horses take hold of our imaginations when they gallop across the plains whinnying into the wind. But most of all, horses capture our hearts. And it's said they've done more to change human history than any other domestic animal. John Green skillfully portrays the legendary grace and beauty of this animal in a collection of 30 illustrations. Handsome equines -- from Clydesdales to show horses -- are depicted in the wild and at work. Brief captions supplement an impressive panorama of one of the world's best-loved and most highly prized animals.
Horses take hold of our imaginations when they gallop across the plains whinnying into the wind. But most of all, horses capture our hearts. And it's ...
Colorists and horse lovers of all ages will treasure this splendid tribute to horses of the world. Illustrator John Green, a specialist in realistic depictions of animals, excels at drawing horses. This collection of his best equine images features draft animals as well as sporting creatures thoroughbreds, mavericks, coach horses, show horses, polo ponies, and many other magnificent steeds. Informative captions offer accurate background information on each image."
Colorists and horse lovers of all ages will treasure this splendid tribute to horses of the world. Illustrator John Green, a specialist in realistic d...
The award-winning, genre-defining debut from #1 bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars Winner of the Michael L. Printz Award Los Angeles Times Book Prize Finalist New York Times bestseller
First drink First prank First friend First girl Last words
Miles "Pudge" Halter is abandoning his safe-okay, boring-life. Fascinated by the last words of famous people, Pudge leaves for boarding school to seek what a dying Rabelais called the "Great Perhaps." Pudge becomes encircled by friends whose lives are everything but safe and...
The award-winning, genre-defining debut from #1 bestselling author of The Fault in Our Stars Winner of the Michael L. Printz Award
Several years ago, giant footprints found in northern California brought Bigfoot to the attention of many revived interest in Canada's Sasquatch. First published in 1978, this volume talks about the subject of whether humans share North America with a gian
Several years ago, giant footprints found in northern California brought Bigfoot to the attention of many revived interest in Canada's Sasquatch. Firs...
Miles Pudge Halter befriends some fellow boarding-school students and falls in love with Alaska Young, the razor-sharp, self-destructive nucleus of the group. When tragedy strikes, Pudge discovers the value of unconditional love. Speak
Miles Pudge Halter befriends some fellow boarding-school students and falls in love with Alaska Young, the razor-sharp, self-destructive nucleus of th...
19-mal war Colin verliebt, jedes Mal hieen die Auserwhlten Katherine - und immer haben sie ihn abserviert. Sein Freund Hassan - der immer einen guten Witz auf Lager hat - sieht nur eine Mglichkeit: Colin muss sein Leben ndern! Dazu soll er mit ihm quer durch Amerika fahren - ohne Ziel, nur mit dem Mut zum Abenteuer. Ein Albtraum fr Colin, der lieber in Ruhe sein Schicksal analysiert. Trotzdem reist er mit. Im Gepck: sein Liebestheorem, mit dem er vorausberechnen will, wann ihn eine Freundin abserviert. Doch bevor er es einsetzen kann, kommt ihm die Liebe in Gestalt von Lindsey zuvor. Lindsey...
19-mal war Colin verliebt, jedes Mal hieen die Auserwhlten Katherine - und immer haben sie ihn abserviert. Sein Freund Hassan - der immer einen guten ...