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Overview The adventure continues in Room 26 with Humphrey’s frog-tastic best friend, Og the Frog! Og the Frog has just moved into Room 26, and the place is hopping. There are lively kids, new routines, and a furry neighbor who seems to squeak all day. Luckily, everyone seems friendly and–BING, BANG, BOING!–some even put juicy…
This revised and updated 2nd edition of a book now called the bible of Catalina Pottery & Tile focuses exclusively on vintage Island-made wares, contains an updated pricing and buying guide, newly discovered historic information gathered in the 10 years since the original edition, and includes over 40 new color images. The breathtaking ceramic artwares,…
Through well-researched text, as well as drawings and color photography, this book captures the magnificence of European cathedrals and the brilliance of the Master Builders and craftsmen who designed and built them. Cathedral building is a fusion of mans greatest accomplishments in the arts, sciences, and humanities over the centuries. More than 250 photos and…
A guide to the history and value of Catholic collectibles, most from 1800 through the 1900s. Rosaries, medals, crosses and crucifixes, representations of saints and holy people, and more are presented through more than 400 pictures and text. Catholic religious art has been created and displayed in churches and cathedrals for centuries. At the same…
The great hotels of the Catskill Mountains were once the playground of movie stars, athletes, and politicians, as well as millions of vacationing New Yorkers. In time, however, The Catskills became victim to the social and economic progression that helped cultivate the areas own resort industry. Take a step back in time to revisit the…
Overview Many holidays and festivals celebrated in the United States honor religious events and important dates or people in the country’s history. This interesting book shows how Americans celebrate holidays and family occasions, as well as the traditions of the cultures from which their families first came. Teacher’s guide available. Details Pages: 32Dimensions: 10.5 x…
Overview The Great Smoky Mountains can be found in Tennessee and North Carolina. Hike through some of the most famous trails to learn about the national park’s rich history and wilderness. Details Pages: 24Dimensions: 7.8 x 7.6 x 0.3 inLexile Score: 710Interest Level: Lower Grade (LG)Point Value: 0.5ISBN: 1977105262
Overview Memorial Day is an important U.S. holiday that celebrates fallen soldiers. Readers will learn about the history of Memorial Day and how we can honor and celebrate those who gave their lives to protect our freedom. Details Pages: 24Dimensions: 8.1 x 8.1 x 0.3 inLexile Score: 690Interest Level: Lower Grade (LG)Point Value: 0.5ISBN: 1977102662
CAVS (Paul Cavalieri), a prolific and influential Bronx graffiti writer for nearly 40 years, shares hundreds of photos of his work, his progression as an artist, and stories of the New York City graffiti scene through the decades in one colorful volume. From the Wakefield neighborhood in the northern borough of the Bronx, CAVS tells…
Overview Learn American Sign Language with Josh and his friends from Nickelodeon’s Blue’s Clues and You in this study board book! This adorable full-color board book with sturdy pages features essential signs that will help children ages 0 to 3 learn to communicate even before they can talk. With help from Josh, Blue, and the…
With its rich history and outdoorsy traditions, the Cape Cod region is awash in lively, year-round festivals celebrating everything from agriculture to the arts. This entertaining insider’s look at more than three dozen rousing festivals takes readers on a year-round tour of the area’s food, culture, and cuisine.Over 150 color photographs and accompanying text provide…
The first book about the iconic decor and lifestyle company MacKenzie-Childs, this gorgeous exploration offers to fans and newcomers alike a full immersion in the charm and handcrafted beauty that have made MacKenzie-Childs sought after for beautiful style.With over 250 color photos, plus inside insights from MacKenzie-Childs creative director Rebecca Proctor, this treasury reveals how…
Continuing the tradition of creating the next level of breathtaking pin-up girls in the modern world, internationally acclaimed photographer and pin-up artist Celeste Giuliano presents her classic style of pin-ups in stunning 3-D for the first time ever.The pin-up girl has been a staple of classic American culture since the 1920s. Featured on advertisements and…
What people fear, they are also fascinated withapprehension of the end is what keeps the topic of death a taboo. Examine death, its significance in religious and ethnic views, cultural myths, and its use in art and literature throughout the ages. Find out how different religions and ethnic groups understand death, the mourning that accompanies…
560 color photos and engaging text take readers on a journey back to a world first of tropical climates and then plunging into an Ice Age. It covers the Miocene, Pliocene, Pleistocene, and Holocene Epochs, and includes a dazzling array of fossils, including plants, mollusks, sharks, insects, mammoths, and mastodons. This is the age when…
While less-known than popular destinations such as Cape Cod and the Berkshires, the Valley region of western and central Massachusetts is home to a wealth of natural areas, picturesque countryside, abundant wildlife, and historic sites connected by the watersheds of some of New Englands most scenic rivers. Among the areas featured are the Deerfield River…
