Building Structures Illustrated: Patterns

A vibrant and playful seek-and-find picture book by the acclaimed Swedish artist and designer Laura Ljungkvist, in which the reader uncovers animals hidden in a dazzling array of patterns and colors.

See More Images This book will help you to enhance your Christmas tree with lovely handmade, cross-stitched stockings! There are 30 beautiful patterns to choose from, from Santa merrily leaving presen

A hilarious early-reader chapter book for fans of the Shaun the Sheep, illustrated with scenes from the filmHeavily illustrated in full-colour, this laugh-out-loud chapter book based on scenes from th

A hand-drawn path to inner peace!Your Illustrated Guide to Becoming One with the Universe will set you free on a visual journey of self-discovery. Set against a surreal backdrop of intricate ink illus

Book Blocks are chunky little board books that are shaped like blocks, the perfect first books for babies! Featuring high-contrast colors, eye-catching shapes, and colorful patterns (incorporating the

Valuation and Risk Management in Energy Markets surveys the mechanics of energy markets and the valuation of structures commonly arising in practice. The presentation balances quantitative issues and practicalities facing portfolio managers, with substantial attention paid to the ways in which common methods fail in practice and to alternative methods when they exist. The material spans basic fundamentals of markets, statistical analysis of price dynamics, and a sequence of increasingly challenging structures, concluding with issues arising at the enterprise level. In totality, the material has been selected to provide readers with the analytical foundation required to function in modern energy trading and risk management groups.

Facts and photos provide a contrast between alligator and phythons, comparing their sizes, brain structures, and abilities.Series Information In this innovative science series from favorite nonfiction

Everything you ever wanted to know about building and growing a business—but didn’t know who to ask.Everything you ever wanted to know about building and growing a business—but didn&

Most sales professionals make the mistake of using the same sales patterns over and over. But since all customers are different, true pros know they must tailor their methods to the buyer if they want

This is an introductory-level textbook for students wishing to begin study of the Indonesian language. The authors (both of Monash U., Australia) cover word-forms and sentence structures and a range o

Deepak Chopra presents ten lessons to help build awareness and change the distorted energy patterns that are the root cause of aging, infirmity, and disease.Fifteen years after his #1 New York Times b

The purpose of this book is to promote and execute the government’s policy of Green Building, and let the public know more about Green Building. This book represents the progress of Taiwan Green Build

Intended for experienced programmers and system administrators, this guide explains how to create basic program structures in VBScript, incorporate VBScript code into an active server page, structure

The Russian Revolution of 1917 was one of the pivotal events in world history, and the Russian Bolshevik Party played a central role in that revolution. This book by British socialist Tony Cliff (1917-2000) traces the building of that party and, in particular, the work of its main architect, Lenin.

Presents instructions and patterns for creating an Egyptian-themed cross-stitch sampler.

From the departure of the Roman legions, to the battle of Bosworth and the rise of the Tudors, the world of medieval England was one of profound diversity and change. Now, in The Oxford Illustrated Hi

Who are the men committing the rising number of serial homicides in the U.S. -- and why do they kill? The increase in these violent crimes over the past decade has created an urgent need for more and better information about these men: their crime scene patterns, violent acts, and above all, their motivations for committing these shocking and repetitive murders.This authoritative book represents the data, findings, and implications of a long-term F.B.I.-sponsored study of serial sex killers. Specially trained F.B.I. agents examined thirty-six convicted, incarcerated sexual murderers to build a valuable new bank of information which reveals the world of the serial sexual killer in both quantitative and qualitative detail. Data was obtained from official psychiatric and criminal records, court transcripts, and prison reports, as well as from extensive interviews with the offenders themselves.Featured in this book is detailed information on the F.B.I.'s recently developed Violent Criminal

Combining a variety of jazz ride cymbal patterns with coordination and reading exercises, Creative Timekeeping develops true independence: the ability to play any rhythm on the ride cymbal while play

ANew York TimesBest Illustrated Book―now in paperback!“A fearful ghost, a take-charge girl, an interracial friendship, and a tale in which fear is . . . sweetly tied to positive qualities of imagination.”―The New York TimesMost people cannot see ghosts. Can you? Follow Leo in this heartfelt tale about a friendly ghost who, after struggling to fit in, sets off on a journey of self-discovery and friendship, capturing the magic of belonging and the unexpected joys of adventure.You would like being friends with Leo. He likes to draw, he makes delicious snacks, and most people can't even see him. Because Leo is also a ghost. When a new family moves into his home and Leo's efforts to welcome them are misunderstood, Leo decides it is time to leave and see the world. That is how he meets Jane, a kid with a tremendous imagination and an open position for a worthy knight.Leo and Jane become friends, and that is when their adventures begin.This charming tale of friendship―from two of the best cre

See you later alligator...Gary the alligator grows tired of his small, soggy swamp and decides a nearby human house would be far more comfortable and luxurious. How wrong he turns out to be!This charmingly illustrated picture book is darkly detailed with a humorous ending.

A fully illustrated children's edition of Katy Hessel's bestselling adult book The Story of Art Without Men, covering artists from across the globe and throughout history.A beautiful journey through the untold stories of art, adapted from the global sensation The Story of Art Without Men, ideal for readers age 8-14, by expert art historian and bestselling author Katy Hessel.Step into the incredible lives of the women artists who have gone uncelebrated for too long.Journey through history, from the Renaissance to the Second World War, and across the globe, from Cornwall to Manhattan, Nigeria, Japan and more, to discover the stories of women who changed the world with their incredible art.You'll learn about the extraordinary lives of freedom fighters, game changers and adventurers - and be astounded by the art they made, with its striking landscapes, hidden messages and calls for women's rights.Based on the bestselling book The Story of Art Without Men, this version includes breathtaking

Calling Harry Potter fans! Read all about Albus Dumbledore in the POCKET POTTERS series, the completely collectible, fully illustrated, must-have official guides to all your favorite characters from the wizarding world.Why is Dumbledore such a brilliant headmaster? What's on his Chocolate Frog Card and which is his favorite Quidditch team? Find out all this and much more! Join Professor Albus Dumbledore in the Great Hall for the start-of-term feast, climb the enchanted spiral staircase to the headmaster's office, and learn all about Fawkes the phoenix. Get set for wise words, grand wizardry, and some scrumptious magical sweets...Joyfully illustrated, boisterously brilliant, the POCKET POTTERS are collectible, must-have official guides to the Harry Potter books. Whether you are just starting your magical reading journey or you already know your Fizzing Whizbees from your Acid Pops, each of the POCKET POTTERS is perfect for sharing together or reading independently.

Create 3 purr-fect 2-inch miniature cross-stitch masterpieces of oh-so-cute cat butts with this adorable kit:Book Included:a 32-page full-color book featuring cross-stitching instructions and 4 patternsMaterial Specifications:3 pieces of 4x4-inch cotton Aida cloth, 3-inch embroidery hoop, 2 tapestry needles, 8skeins of embroidery thread, full-color double-sided poster of designsUnique Patterns:Kit includes 4 funny, furry patterns featuring cat butts (orange tabby, poofy gray, slender Siamese, and small floof)Perfect Gift:The cat theme makes this the perfect gift for cat lovers

本書按照項目化教學方法，結合編者多年的鋼結構深化設計經驗，綜合國內鋼結構詳圖設計現狀而編寫，涵蓋當前主要鋼結構建築形式，具有較強的針對性和實用性。修訂後每個項目融入了課程思政模塊，並明確了知識目標、能力目標、素質目標，配備了軟件操作技巧與相關知識的能力訓練題。全書以實際典型工程項目為案例，分別講解簡易工業廠房、變截面門式鋼架行車廠房、輕型鋼結構建築、高層樓房的建模等。通過本書學習，讀者可以在短時間內輕鬆掌握Tekla Structures軟件，從而做出更優秀的設計。本書配有豐富的視頻教學資源，可通過掃描書中二維碼學習。本書可作為應用型本科和高等職業院校建築鋼結構工程技術專業、土木工程專業及其他相關相近專業的教材，還可作為從事鋼結構行業的技術人員與管理人員的培訓及參考用書，特別適用於鋼結構詳圖設計崗位從業者及初學者。

From the New York Times bestselling author of The Bad Guys comes another hilarious illustrated series starring a pampered cat who is way tougher than anyone realizes.The final installment of CAT ON THE RUN! Find out what happens to Princess Beautiful in the finale of the trilogy...

Join Liko and Roy on their journey to become real Pokémon Trainers as they embark on a series of training battles.This simple story book is accessible to young readers who are learning to read independently.Liko, Sprigatito, Roy, and Fuecoco are now official members of the Rising Volt Tacklers and ask Friede to train them, but Friede has an electrifying surprise in store for them. Will they manage to dig deep and uncover what it takes to become true Pokémon Trainers?This Level 2 reader includes longer sentence structures, more challenging vocabulary, paragraphs and short chapter lengths.

本書以溫柔筆觸與多元視角，展現「藝術無處不在」的理念。從街頭粉筆畫、回收物創作，到音樂、舞蹈、積木與黏土，每一種表達都能成為藝術的形式。書中文字簡潔卻含蓄，配合豐富多樣的人物與文化場景，讓讀者感受到創作的自由與療癒。A celebration of the many ways we make art, spanning mediums, geography, and resources from author-artist Diana Ejaita.Art is for everyone! From found objects to sidewalk chalk, from homemade instruments to breakdancing, from building with blocks to molding clay, art is natural and healing. Readers will be encouraged by the invitation to create anything, anywhere, with any materials. Inclusive and expansive, Ejaita portrays a wide cast of characters exploring their own feelings and ideas, accompanied by a poignant, yet easily understood, text. This deceptively simple and stunningly composed picture book offers children a sense of what art can be, and the ways in which it adds beauty to our lives.

A gorgeous illustrated edition of the fourth book in the beloved A Song of Ice and Fire series, the inspiration for HBO's Game of Thrones With a special foreword by Joe Abercrombie Here is the fourth book in the landmark series that has redefined imaginative fiction and become a modern masterpiece in the making. This special edition of A Feast for Crows features 24 original color illustrations from artist Jeffrey R. McDonald. A FEAST FOR CROWS After centuries of bitter strife, the seven powers dividing the land have beaten one another into an uneasy truce. But it's not long before the survivors, outlaws, renegades, and carrion eaters of the Seven Kingdoms gather. Now, as the human crows assemble over a banquet of ashes, daring new plots and dangerous new alliances are formed while surprising faces--some familiar, others only just appearing--emerge from an ominous twilight of past struggles and chaos to take up the challenges of the terrible times ahead. Nobles and commoners, soldiers a

Meet Quaxly, the friendly Duckling Pokémon! Learn all about Dot and her partner Pokémon, Quaxly, in this fun Level 1 Reader. Dot and Quaxly are always together! Explore their friendship, read all about their likes and dislikes and discover Quaxly's battle moves. Including simple sentence structures, basic vocabulary and high frequency phonics, this story book is accessible to young readers who are learning to read independently.

A lavishly illustrated edition of Murakami’s classic short story. Katagiri found a giant frog waiting for him in his apartment. It was powerfully built, standing over six feet tall on its hind legs.A skinny little man no more than five foot three, Katagiri was overwhelmed by the frog's imposing bulk. ‘Call me “Frog,”’ said the frog in a clear, strong voice. Fully illustrated and beautifully designed, this special edition of Murakami’s celebrated short story sees the bewildered Katagiri find meaning in his humdrum life through joining forces with Frog in an effort to save Tokyo from an existential threat.‘No other author mixes domestic, fantastic and esoteric elements into such weirdly bewitching shades’ Financial Times‘A master storyteller’ Sunday Times

The child can learn about the Moomins and play with the pretty wooden figures as they read the books. The high-quality figures are excellent for playing with and for decoration. Collect all Moominvalley Friends!- Solid quality- Good size for little hands- Well known and beloved characters- Cosy stories illustrated beautifully

The child can learn about the Moomins and play with the pretty wooden figures as they read the books. The high-quality figures are excellent for playing with and for decoration. Collect all Moominvalley Friends!- Solid quality- Good size for little hands- Well known and beloved characters- Cosy stories illustrated beautifully

The child can learn about the Moomins and play with the pretty wooden figures as they read the books. The high-quality figures are excellent for playing with and for decoration. Collect all Moominvalley Friends!- Solid quality- Good size for little hands- Well known and beloved characters- Cosy stories illustrated beautifully

The child can learn about the Moomins and play with the pretty wooden figures as they read the books. The high-quality figures are excellent for playing with and for decoration. Collect all Moominvalley Friends!- Solid quality- Good size for little hands- Well known and beloved characters- Cosy stories illustrated beautifully

本產品為一組迷你 Stonehenge 組裝套件，包含 16 個石塊模型與對應的地景拼圖底板，可在桌面上重現這座古代遺跡的輪廓。每一件石塊比例精簡、結構清晰，適合作為靜態展示或輕量拼組的小型活動，體積不大，擺放與收納都相當方便。套組附上一冊 32 頁的迷你書，以簡明方式介紹 Stonehenge 的建造背景與相關推測，內容包含歷史脈絡、考古概念與常見疑問，適合一般讀者快速了解這座世界奇景。本書主題明確，是歷史愛好者、教育用途、或喜歡迷你模型的讀者都能輕鬆入手的珍藏品。・16 件 Stonehenge 石塊模型＋地景拼圖底板・32 頁迷你書：建造推測與歷史概述・體積小巧，適合桌面展示・適合歷史迷、教育用途與收藏者Explore and replicate the magic of this extraordinary monument in miniature scale right at your desktop! *Specifications: Includes 16 Stonehenge rocks and landscaped puzzle map *Illustrated mini book: A 32-page guide explaining the mysterious building of this ancient wonder*Accurate replica: Perfect for history buffs, educators, anglophiles, and everyone in between, this kit is an accurate representation of Stonehenge

There are woods to explore, leaves to collect, animals to meet and pumpkins to pick in this delightfully illustrated book. Use the stickers to bring each page to life and find out all about the changes that happen in nature through this colourful season.

''Hilarious... addictive'' GuardianBrilliantly funny illustrated story in a series about unlikely friends Squirrel and Duck. Laugh on every page as they take down a secret alien conspiracy! Perfect for fans of Dog Man and Grimwood, aged 7+.''Hilarious, off-the-wall and great fun'' SunSquirrel and Duck, the world’s only two talking animals, have noticed something: dogs are acting peculiarly everywhere. It’s the first clue to a shocking truth – ALIENS are invading, they’re taking over dogs’ bodies, and ONLY Squirrel and Duck can stop them! A fully illustrated story that readers who love to laugh - and their families - will lap up. Don''t miss the first book in the series, Squirrel and Duck: Mission Improbable.Tom Percival is the talented and highly acclaimed author of the Big Bright Feelings picture books for younger children.

Perfect for newly-independent readers, these are hilarious primary school stories told by the award-winning Pamela Butchart, brilliantly colour-illustrated by Becka Moor. When Lauren brings her puppy to school, Class 2R have a mission: hide the puppy from Miss Riley. But it's Movie Afternoon and the delicious smell of popcorn is too tempting for any puppy to resist...Perfect for newly-independent readers, these are more funny primary school stories from award-winning Pamela Butchart, brilliantly colour-illustrated by Becka Moor.

The 300 sentence pattern book is designed to make readers familiar with the most classical and useful English sentence patterns and learn to use them by practicing the translation drills. The core elements of any forms of English writings are idiomatic and grammatically sound sentences. Learning how to write a good English sentence is like constructing a building with solid bricks. So please learn to compose English writings in a down-to-the-earth way, that is, make the most of this sentence pattern book to build your linguistic proficiency as to write good English. 任何形式的英文寫作，其核心要素都是道地且合乎文法的句子，學習如何寫好一個英文句子，就如同用堅固的磚塊來建造一棟建築。因此，本書旨在讓讀者熟悉經典且最實用的英文句型，並透過翻譯練習學會實際運用；並指導讀者以踏實穩健的方式學習英文寫作。只要善加運用本書來累積語言實力，即可寫出優秀的英文文章。

The 300 sentence pattern book is designed to make readers familiar with the most classical and useful English sentence patterns and learn to use them by practicing the translation drills. The core elements of any forms of English writings are idiomatic and grammatically sound sentences. Learning how to write a good English sentence is like constructing a building with solid bricks. So please learn to compose English writings in a down-to-the-earth way, that is, make the most of this sentence pattern book to build your linguistic proficiency as to write good English. 任何形式的英文寫作，其核心要素都是道地且合乎文法的句子，學習如何寫好一個英文句子，就如同用堅固的磚塊來建造一棟建築。因此，本書旨在讓讀者熟悉經典且最實用的英文句型，並透過翻譯練習學會實際運用；並指導讀者以踏實穩健的方式學習英文寫作。只要善加運用本書來累積語言實力，即可寫出優秀的英文文章。