The key to effective fifth grade writing is vocabulary and descriptive language — and this workbook will help students become excellent communicators. This workbook promotes:v Language skillsv Compos
How do plants use chlorophyll? What is the water cycle? Where is Yellowstone National Park? This wide-ranging workbook answers all of these and many more earth science questions.This workbook promotes
The portrait of a monarchy in crisis, this historical drama concerns the famous king's efforts to secure a divorce from his dignified and popular queen in order to marry an enchanting courtesan and pr
A young engineer and his secretary awake in the ruins of a Manhattan skyscraper to discover that they've been asleep for 1,500 years. The city's architecture isn't all that's crumbled ? humanity has d
"Excellent writing, puzzling crimes, and plausible and interesting detectives."?Saturday Review of LiteratureMeet Oliver Armiston, a writer whose ingenious mysteries inspired so many
Crocheting has never been faster and easier ? and the design possibilities have never been more exciting. This simple but innovative technique makes creating sophisticated-looking pullovers as easy as
Join Chef Lorenzo for an international adventure as he discovers exciting new flavors and ingredients for his organic recipes. Color the intrepid cook and his friends in a worldwide variety of setting
"There is no such thing on earth as an uninteresting subject; the only thing that can exist is an uninterested person," declared the philosopher and wit G. K. Chesterton (1874–1936).
Tournaments, in this context, are directed graphs ? an important and interesting topic in graph theory. This concise volume collects a substantial amount of information on tournaments from throughout
In Erewhon, an anagram for "nowhere," sickness is a punishable crime, criminals receive compassionate medical treatment, and machines are banned, lest they evolve and take over. Orig
"Lyrically and passionately written by one of comics' modern masters, Mercyresonates with heart and humanity in this haunting yet life-affirming tale. A small gem of wisdom and wonder by J. M
From the ruby-throated hummingbird to the monk parakeet and the great blue heron, this book features 31 realistic illustrations of songbirds, game birds, waterfowl, and many other birds in their natur
Derived from the ancient art of henna body painting, these 31 striking patterns are based on authentic Indian, African, and Middle Eastern sources. Awesome animals, hypnotic paisley prints, and intric
Boys and girls can buckle up and take an exciting trip across the United States to learn the basics of geography. This workbook promotes:v U.S. geography & historyv Reading for informationv S
The secret marriage of a king's daughter sets off a chain reaction of slander, jealousy, and divine intervention in this fairy tale-like romance. Shakespeare based his play on myths of an early Celtic
Valentine and Proteus are devoted comrades ? until they travel to Milan and meet Silvia, the Duke's ravishing daughter. Torn between the bonds of friendship and the lure of romance, the two gentlemen
Reading comprehension, story structure, and cause and effect are just some of the plots in this well-read workbook.This workbook promotes:v Compositionv Measuringv Narrative writingv Reading comprehen
It's time for young writers to go on an adventure — and their creative composition skills can lead the way! This workbook promotes:v Compositionv Creative writingv Literary analysisv Narrative writing
Sixty-three stunning designs offer a wild take on the twisted teardrop shapes known as Persian pickles or paisleys. An absorbing and fascinating coloring experience, this treasury presents more experi
It's time to explore the basic parts of the Earth's surface with this fun beginner's guide to rocks, soils, trees, and other natural resources.This workbook promotes:v Composition & vocabulary
Derived from the ancient art of henna body painting, these 63 striking patterns are based on authentic Indian, African, and Middle Eastern sources. Exotic birds and butterflies, hypnotic paisley print
Inspired by generations of quilt patterns, furniture ornamentation, wall hangings, and more, this treasury of 63 Scandinavian designs will inspire anyone looking for challenging illustrations to color
Help children write the right way — and spice up their stories — with this educational and entertaining workbook.This workbook promotes:v Composition & grammarv Creative & narrative wr
This romantic drama portrays the travails of a wandering prince and the redemptive powers of a daughter's love. Driven from one end of the Mediterranean to another by the winds of fate, Pericles endur
Romy the Cow is a huge animal if you're a wee mouse or even a full-grown rooster but not if you're as tall as a horse. Step into the barnyard with Romy to color frisky creatures of all shapes and size
This excellent workbook is packed with math practice made of a wealth of problems and games. This workbook promotes:v Addition & subtractionv Decimals & fractionsv Multiplication &
From a great giant to a tiny child and from a wicked stepmother to a kindly granny, all of the characters in these classic folktales are African Americans. Children will delight in the timeless pleasu
After working as a stylist in Paris, Elizabeth Hawes (1903–71) launched one of the first American design houses in Depression-era New York. Hawes was an outspoken critic of the fashion industry and a
Noah and the Ark, Isaac's blessing of Jacob, Jonah cast into the sea, and other immortal Bible tales are memorably retold in this splendid book of stories and pictures. Starting with Cain and Abel, th
This motley collection features more than 100 puzzles involving coin tricks, chess problems, magic squares, and a host of other intriguing scenarios. Minimal mathematical knowledge required. Includes
"Suppose you were a quiet, respectable, sedentary business or professional man, and the captain of a tramp steamer bound to South America and up the Amazon suddenly dropped into your peaceful
A complete reference to the classical orders of architecture, this magnificently illustrated volume covers the Greek, Roman, and Renaissance periods. In addition to its fully representative selection
Written by a noted illustrator and teacher, this guide introduces the basics of line drawing. British artist Edmund J. Sullivan, who merges the traditional nineteenth-century style of illustration wit
"There's plenty of battlefield chaos, to be sure, but the tales are clearly a product of meticulous research and loaded with insights into the monotony and terror of fighting in a war.&qu
Artists and crafters seeking unusual and distinctive motifs will find a wealth of options in this treasury of iron-on transfer patterns based on medieval art. More than 150 decorative designs include
Three generations of fishermen conduct an epic struggle against nature, fate, and society in this moving tale by acclaimed realist writer Giovanni Verga. Written in 1881 and set in the Sicilian villag
Enter into a garden of delights with these 31 beautifully detailed images. The imaginative and playful designs will inspire colorists to add their own special touches to make each picture uniquely the
Set amid the latter days of the Roman Empire, this tragedy of a military and political leader bent on vengeance is fictional rather than historical. Shakespeare modeled the play on the violent and gor
Just as haute couture inspires ready-to-wear apparel, today's avant garde styles develop into tomorrow's everyday fashions. This collection features two dolls and 22 ahead-of-their-time costumes, from
A little boy who's about to turn six years old is thinking about cake and toys and the best birthday gift of all, a puppy. Daddy tells him to look for a Wish-Tree, on the bark of which is engraved TAK
