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"Navigate the world’s premier auction site like a pro using this detailed behind-the-scenes guide. Learn the ins-and-outs of the entire auction process and discover valuable strategies for finding bar

Chuck Close--a man who describes himself as "an artist looking for trouble"--has for three decades consistently but variously challenged the accepted boundaries of the printmaking tradition. Published to accompany a retrospective of his prints opening at Blaffer Gallery and traveling to the Metropolitan Museum of Art and several additional museums around the country, this is the first comprehensive survey of Close's revolutionary prints. Featuring exquisite reproductions of the prints together with essays on Close's career and in-depth interviews with the artist and his master printmakers, the volume blends words and images to give readers unique insight into the creative process. The text highlights the intensely collaborative nature of Close's project and looks into the challenges posed by the unprecedented huge scale he prefers. Close may labor on a single print for as long as two years, working out aesthetic problems that might involve the retrieval of a centuries-old European meth

This fun paperback introduces the game of chess and its basic moves, then shows how to apply problem-solving skills to chess problems of varying difficulty. Includes detailed descriptions of each ches

From one of the world’s leading experts on reading and dyslexia, the most comprehensive, up-to-date, and practical book yet to help us understand, identify, and overcome the reading problems that plag

LEARN HOW To MAKE GREAT INVENTIONS!Discover the history and the science behind classic inventions and experience your own "Eureka!" moments of inspiration with the projects in this unique book. Throug

Solving problems in parallel and distributed computing through the use of bio-inspired techniques. Recent years have seen a surge of interest in computational methods patterned after natural phenomena

This anthology introduces students to the dynamic, rapidly changing field of Community-Oriented Policing and Problem Solving (COPPS). The context of community crime and its causes are brought to the f

"We all think that management is a twentieth-century, newly invented skill, but its roots go back thousands of years. This book is essential reading to learn that we cannont deal with today's problems

The seven steps in this practical, user-friendly workbook will help parents facilitate productive homework time for their children. Concepts discusssed include how to avoid the common traps of helping

Jack Meredith and Scott Shafer abandon the traditional approach for operations management books and focus on business processes and spreadsheets to solve problems. They provide readers with an applied

In this book, William F. Powell invites you into his artistic world as he shows you how to render a variety of beautiful landscape subjects in pencil. The author explores a number of basic drawing techniques as he presents his own methods for developing a drawing to its fullest through a series of step-by-step demonstrations. YouAll discover different methods of shading, ways of manipulating drawing tools to produce specific textures, and tips on how to design a well-balanced composition, providing you with the necessary knowledge to create your own landscape drawings from preliminary sketch to the completed work.

Misaligned companies, like cars out of alignment, can develop serious problems if not corrected quickly. They are hard to steer and don't respond well to changes in direction. This groundbreaking book

Instructional design theory and practice has evolved over the past 30 years from an initial narrow focus on programmed instruction to a multidimensional field of study integrating psychology, technolo

Ten heists. Ten suspects. A murder mystery only Ernest Cunningham can solve in this delightfully clever and twisty new novel in Benjamin Stevenson’s bestselling series—perfect for fans of Richard Osman and Anthony Horowitz.I’ve spent the last few years solving murders. But a bank heist is a new one, even for me. I’ve never been a hostage before.The doors are chained shut. No one in or out. Which means that when someone in the bank is murdered, everyone is a suspect.THE BANK ROBBERTHE MANAGERTHE SECURITY GUARDTHE KIDTHE FILM PRODUCERTHE PRIESTTHE RECEPTIONISTTHE PATIENTTHE CAREGIVERMETurns out, more than one person planned to rob the bank today. You can steal more from a bank than just money.Who is stealing what? Are they willing to kill for it? And can I solve the crime before the police kick down the door and rescue us?

Dive into the hit series in this deluxe hardcover that showcases exclusive content related to the making of the Disney+ show Moon KnightSteven Grant, a mild-mannered man who lives a mundane life, is plagued by blackouts and memories of a life separate from his own. But after one fateful encounter, Steven learns that he shares a body with Marc Spector—a former mercenary and the ruthless avatar of Khonshu, the Egyptian god of the moon and vengeance. With their enemies converging on them, Steven must learn how to adapt to this revelation and work with his alter ego as other godly motives come into play. Continuing their popular ART OF series of tie-in books, Marvel Studios presents another blockbuster achievement! Featuring exclusive concept artwork and in-depth interviews with the creative team, this deluxe volume provides insider details about the making of the highly anticipated series.

Help your child power up their reading skills and learn all about Mars with this fun-filled nonfiction reader carefully leveled to help children progress. DK Super Readers Level 4: Mission to Mars will introduce kids to everything they need to know about Mars --from the earliest studies to its environment and weather, and how humans continue to push to explore the Red Planet--and is a motivating introduction to using essential nonfiction reading skills, proving ideal for children ready to enter the riveting world of reading. DK Super Readers take children on a journey through the wonderful world of nonfiction: traveling back to the time of dinosaurs, learning more about animals, exploring natural wonders and more, all while developing vital nonfiction reading skills and progressing from first words to reading confidently. The DK Super Readers series can help your child practice reading by: Covering engaging, motivating, curriculum-aligned topics.Building knowledge while progressing key

How big is big? In this large board book from award-winning creator Xavier Deneux, children learn how different animals compare in size: from the tall turkey to the enormous blue whale. The turkey is a big bird, but a bear is bigger. A walrus is big, but a hippo is even bigger! The bold attention-grabbing visuals provide a close-up of the animals' large sizes and the added facts about what they eat--plus flaps, die-cuts and more--make this book a delightful introduction to the world of animals.- A captivating animal-themed book- Bold, eye-catching illustrations- interactive elements- Durable board book format Big, Big Animals is perfect for very young animal fans!- Fun family read-aloud books- Books for children aged 0-3- Books for toddlers and preschoolers

Go behind the scenes of the Harry Potter film series with this compendium of stunning blueprints depicting spellbinding magical wizarding world locations from all eight films.Harry Potter: The Blueprints showcases the work of the artists who laid the foundation for the visually enchanting buildings, homes, rooms, and settings from all eight Harry Potter films.ICONIC LOCATIONS: 260 pages of stunningly detailed blueprints and in-depth commentary on creating the architecture of beloved Harry Potter buildings, homes, settings, and locations, including Hogwarts Castle, the Triwizard Tournament, Hogsmeade, and more.FILMMAKING SECRETS: Learn how Hogwarts and other locations in the wizarding world went from sketch to screen.DELUXE DETAILS: This generously sized volume beautifully showcases rare and unique sketches, notes, drafts, and photos.

From New York Times bestselling author Kiersten White comes her middle grade series debut! Part Scooby Doo, part A Series of Unfortunate Events, and entirely genius! Meet the Sinister-Winterbottom twins, who solve mysteries at increasingly bizarre summer vacation destinations in the hopes of being reunited with their parents—or at the very least finally finding a good churro.Twelve-year-old twins Theodora and Alexander and their older sister Wilhelmina Sinister-Winterbottom don’t know how they ended up with their Aunt Saffronia for an entire summer. She’s not exactly well equipped to handle children. The twins are determined to make it a good vacation, though, so when Aunt Saffronia suggests a waterpark, they hastily agree. But Fathoms of Fun is not your typical waterpark. Instead of cabanas, guests rent mausoleums. The waterslides are gray tongues extending from horrible gargoyle faces. The few people they encounter are very, very odd. And the owner disappeared under

A fantastic aid for coursework, homework, and test revision, these revision cards make Physics crystal clear and will have you exam-ready in no time.Making super simple sciences even simpler! With images, graphics, equations and definitions, learning has never been easier. Super Simple Revision Cards condense the sciences into a manageable, visually appealing format that is easy to digest and revise from. With each of the 250 cards containing definitions and key facts on one side, and a detailed graphic on the other, memorizing science facts is made easy and enjoyable. Difficult concepts are presented clearly and the full-color illustrations and photographs make the process of absorbing the information fun and simple. You’ll learn everything you need to know to ace that test!

We like to think we understand what’s happening around us; that we can determine the path our life takes. But often, things don’t go that way – in fact, they rarely do. What helps us respond to life as it unfolds? To live freely, stay humble and find comfort in difficult times? Is it possible to silence our inner critic, and learn to become a friend to ourselves? In the Swedish sensation I May Be Wrong, former forest monk Björn Natthiko Lindeblad shows how letting go of our need for control is about finding the courage to face the uncertainty that is a natural part of life. We don’t choose our thoughts. We don’t control the shape they take, or what pops into our minds. We can only choose whether or not to believe them. Infusing the eve

《喝下月亮的女孩》作者奇幻新作。被譽為英雄的鎮長暗指醜陋的怪物拐走孤兒，大眾便對此深信不疑。只有孤兒院的孩子們了解怪物真正樂善好施的一面，他們能反轉謠言，撥開迷霧，揭露小鎮中真實的邪惡嗎？A new instant fantasy classic from Newbery medalist Kelly Barnhill about the power of generosity and love—and how a community suffers when they disappear. Stone-in-the-Glen, once a lovely town, has fallen on hard times. Fires, floods, and other calamities have caused the people to lose their library, their school, their park, and even their neighborliness. The people put their faith in the Mayor, a dazzling fellow who promises he alone can help. After all, he is a famous dragon slayer. (At least, no one has seen a dragon in his presence.) Only the clever children of the Orphan House and the kindly Ogress at the edge of town can see how dire the town’s problems are.Then one day a child goes missing from the Orphan House. At the Mayor’s suggestion, all eyes turn to the Ogress. The Orphans know this can’t be: the Ogress, along with a flock of excellent crows, secretly delivers gifts to the p

Part of the experience of being alive in the twenty-first century is the feeling that your attention span is collapsing, along with those of everyone around you - including your children. Why have we lost our ability to focus? What are the causes? And - most importantly - how do we get it back? In Stolen Focus, internationally bestselling author Johann Hari sets out on a global investigative journey into our shortening attention spans. He tells us what he learned from spending three months off the internet, reveals the inside story of the war to grab our attention that is waged every day, and explores why those prescribing mood stimulants to 10% of children in schools are getting it so wrong.Drawing on more than two hundred interviews with the world's leading experts on attention problems, Stolen Focus moves beyond individual solutions towards a collective understanding of a problem facing us all. Only by first solving the attention crisis, Hari argues, can we turn to fixing the issues

Ivy and Bean meets Alien in my Pocket in this chapter book series about Frankie Sparks, a third grader who uses her love for science and math to help her solve problems she comes across in her daily life.Meet Frankie Sparks! As the self-proclaimed best inventor in third-grade, Frankie uses her knack for invention, and love for STEM/STEAM to problem-solve a variety of issues, both in and out of the classroom.This boxed set includes:Frankie Sparks and the Class PetFrankie Sparks and the Talent Show TrickFrankie Sparks and the Big Sled ChallengeFrankie Sparks and the Lucky Charm

Brains are amazing! Find out how our brains work and how they control the rest of the body. From how they create our memories, to how they help us learn new things, get ready to uncover lots of fascin

An Indie Next List Top 10 Pick!With echoes of Raymond Briggs's classic The Snowman, here is a magical, timeless story about the friendship between a lonely little mole and a snowball he molds into a bear that comes to life.Little Mole is new in town, and he's lonely. On his way home from school on a winter day, he rolls a snowball all the way to the bus stop. He tells it his problems and grows very attached. But when Little Mole tries to take the snowball home with him on the bus, the driver refuses and leaves without them. So Little Mole comes up with a plan: mold the snowball into a bear. Surely that will do the trick? After much effort, he finally convinces a bus driver to pick them up. The bus is warm and cozy, and Little Mole falls asleep. But we all know what happens to snowballs when they get warm. . . . Luckily, Grandma is waiting at home, and she finds a way to return her grandson's new friend to him. With a classic, timeless feel and stunning illustrations, this heartwarming

The ultimate visual exploration of the sets and minifigures of the LEGO Star Wars galaxyExplore the LEGO® Star Wars(TM) galaxy with this visual guide to the minifigures, vehicles, and sets from the entire Star Wars saga. Discover every detail of the Millennium Falcon, look around the Death Star, examine Poe Dameron's X-wing starfighter, and find out about all your favorite LEGO Star Wars minifigures-from Rey to Darth Vader. Learn how the awesome sets are created in the Beyond the Brick chapter, which features concept art and an interview with the LEGO Star Wars creative team.The LEGO Star Wars Visual Dictionary - New Edition has been fully updated and expanded to cover the latest LEGO Star Wars sets, and to tell you everything there is to know about LEGO Star Wars. ©2019 The LEGO Group. © & TM 2019 Lucasfilm Ltd.

This children's animal book has everything you'll need to know about big cats, including lions, tigers, jaguars, leopards, and cheetahs.Find out how big cats hunt, learn about cat myths and legends, discover where big cats live, and how they move. Packed with information, photographs, and colorful illustrations, DK findout! Big Cats is the ultimate kids cat book.The DK findout! series introduces children to a range of exciting topics in a fun, engaging way. Checked by specialist consultants and an educational expert this is not only a source of information you can trust, but one that is age-appropriate and supportive of schoolwork. Ranging from core topics, to more specialized subjects, the DK findout! series will inspire and delight kids.

In this kids' biography, discover the inspiring story of Helen Keller, who overcame the odds by learning to understand and communicate with the world.Helen Keller lost her sight and hearing due to an early childhood illness and spent the first six years of her life unable to interact with other people. She remained isolated from the outside world until Anne Sullivan came to work as her teacher. In this biography for kids ages 8-12, learn all about Helen Keller's amazing life and achievements--how she learned to read Braille and speak, go to college, write books, and ultimately revolutionize the world through her activism on behalf of the deaf and blind. DK Life Stories go beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, fun facts, maps, inspiring

In this kids' biography, discover the inspiring story of Helen Keller, who overcame the odds by learning to understand and communicate with the world.Helen Keller lost her sight and hearing due to an early childhood illness and spent the first six years of her life unable to interact with other people. She remained isolated from the outside world until Anne Sullivan came to work as her teacher. In this biography for kids ages 8-12, learn all about Helen Keller's amazing life and achievements--how she learned to read Braille and speak, go to college, write books, and ultimately revolutionize the world through her activism on behalf of the deaf and blind. DK Life Stories go beyond the basic facts to tell the true life stories of history's most interesting people. Full-color photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement thoughtfully written, age-appropriate text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading. Definition boxes, information sidebars, fun facts, maps, inspiring

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*Selected as One of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2021* “It’s never too early to introduce youngsters to inspiring people who have changed the world.” – As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com Meet three inspirational women from the world of science: Ada Lovelace, Amelia Earhart and Marie Curie! This boxed gift set of three hardback books from the internationally bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series introduces little dreamers to the lives of these incredible women who worked in the field of science… and changed the world. In these remarkable true stories, learn how three women overcame hardship to achieve great success in science. Ada Lovelace—despite growing up without a father and becoming very sick with measles as a child—went on to become the world’s first computer programmer.Amelia Earhart challenged conventional stereotypes, showing the world how brave and adventurous a woman could be by setting aviation records and undertaking dangerous flying missions. Marie Curie was unable to go to

Ka-Chow! You can draw! With Learn to Draw Disney•Pixar Cars, young artists will be on the fast track to drawing their favorite characters from all three Cars films. In this thrilling, high-octane Cars book, superstar Lightning McQueen zooms back into action, with his friends and competitors in tow, to pose for aspiring artists.This new edition features easy step-by-step instructionsfor drawing all your favorite characters from Cars, Cars 2, and Cars 3.This includes Lightning McQueen, Tow Mater, Sally, Doc Hudson, Cruz Ramirez, and many more! While Lightning McQueen and his friends may require some fancy tools for a tune-up, all you'll need to start drawing are a few supplies. And the easy-to-follow instructions in this book will guide you through each step, showing you how each step builds upon the next to create a finished piece of art.You just need to grab a pencil and a piece of paper, and flip to the character you want to draw. You’ll draw the basic shapes shown in step one, and mo

How is a star born? What's the weather forecast for the giant planet Jupiter? And how do you prepare for a flight to the moon? In this book, you'll visit all the planets of our solar system, from Mercury to Neptune. You'll learn all about the earth and find out more about the sun, the stars and the moon. Travel along to the farthest corners of space!An informative book full of fun facts and extraordinary stories about stars and planets, with beautiful pictures and playful drawings. For children ages 5 and up.