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A Crash of Rhinos, A Party of Jays: The Wacky Ways We Name Animal Groups
Diane Swanson
Manufacturer: Annick Press
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ASIN: 1554510481 |
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A madcap menagerie of animal group names.
They say that birds of a feather flock together. But who knew that bears in a group are called a sleuth? Eagle-eyed author Diane Swanson knew. In a book that's both funny and fascinating, Swanson explores 11 animals and the collective nouns that describe them.
Many terms are a perfect fit. A leap of leopards certainly evokes images of these acrobatic cats. And you can't help but look up to a tower of giraffes. But would you have guessed that many pheasants make up a bouquet? Other animal groupings include:
- An army of caterpillars
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- A raft of ducks
- A gang of elk
Each playful profile reveals a term's origins and describes the behavior and characteristics of the animal. Meanwhile, delightful illustrations capture the literal connection to each intriguing name.
A Crash of Rhinos, A Party of Jays is sure to intrigue young animal enthusiasts and budding language lovers alike.
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The wedding of the quite content queen ant and her faithful flying ant fellow is about to begin! Unfortunately, one disaster after another is in store for the passionate pair. First, a foolish fly lets some fruit fall on the groom's head. He insists the ceremony must not cease, so, spattered in purple, the nice nuptials continue. When oatmeal cookies and orangeade are offered to all, it seems as though the day will end perfectly... until the bride has a little mishap herself. "A terrible tragedy is taking place," cry the tearful treehoppers, trembling on a twig. Will the queen--and the day--be saved and the adoring ants allowed to live happily ever after? Pamela Duncan Edwards and illustrator Henry Cole (of Livingstone Mouse and Honk!) have created a hilarious alliterative alphabet book that goes well beyond the standard ABCs. Readers of all ages will be in stitches at the ants' antics. Younger picture-book aesthetes will love the challenge of finding the hidden letter and object on each page. Lush, larger-than-life illustrations of jungle-like grasses and leaves, and the giant yet subtle soda-pop can that provides orangeade drops, remind readers of the complex and complete world that usually goes unnoticed at their feet. (Ages 4 to 7) --Emilie Coulter
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The wedding of the quite content queen ant and her faithful flying ant fellow is about to begin! Unfortunately, one disaster after another is in store for the passionate pair. First, a foolish fly lets some fruit fall on the groom's head. He insists the ceremony must not cease, so, spattered in purple, the nice nuptials continue. When oatmeal cookies and orangeade are offered to all, it seems as though the day will end perfectly... until the bride has a little mishap herself. "A terrible tragedy is taking place," cry the tearful treehoppers, trembling on a twig. Will the queen--and the day--be saved and the adoring ants allowed to live happily ever after? Pamela Duncan Edwards and illustrator Henry Cole (of Livingstone Mouse and Honk!) have created a hilarious alliterative alphabet book that goes well beyond the standard ABCs. Readers of all ages will be in stitches at the ants' antics. Younger picture-book aesthetes will love the challenge of finding the hidden letter and object on each page. Lush, larger-than-life illustrations of jungle-like grasses and leaves, and the giant yet subtle soda-pop can that provides orangeade drops, remind readers of the complex and complete world that usually goes unnoticed at their feet. (Ages 4 to 7) --Emilie Coulter
Customer Reviews:
Intruiging.......2000-11-26
My daughter and I read this book together and with each page you look for the letter that it talks about. I gotta tell you there were many pages in which we were stumped! It got so that we both lost the point of the story and just looked for the letter in the illustrations. My daughter liked this book but I personally have seen better alphabet books.
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Touchy Feely: Wacky Wild Animals (Touchy Feely)
Beth Pountney
Manufacturer: Make Believe Ideas
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Touchy Feely: Ocean Buddies (Touchy Feely)
ASIN: 1846104564 |
Book Description
These bright, colorful board books present a range of animal characters, including pets, farm animals, wild animals, and ocean dwellers. Each book features five different animals. Wacky Wild Animals and Ocean Buddies encourage children to touch and feel and think about what animals feel like. Farmyard Friends and Playful Pets both have flaps and provide practice counting up to five. BRIGHT, ILLUSTRATED, BOARD BOOKS WITH TOUCH AND FEEL OR FLAPS
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Skeeter: The Wildly Wacky Raccoon
Veralee Wiggins
Manufacturer: Shelter Publications
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ASIN: 0816313881 |
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Animalogy: Weird and Wacky Animal Facts (Animal Planet)
Inc. Discovery Communications
Manufacturer: Knopf Books for Young Readers
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ASIN: 0517800004
Release Date: 1998-03-24 |
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101 Wacky Facts About Bugs and Spiders
Jean Waricha
Manufacturer: Scholastic Paperbacks
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ASIN: 0590448927 |
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101 Wacky Facts About Snakes & Reptiles (A Parachute Press Book)
Walter Retan
Manufacturer: Scholastic Paperbacks
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ASIN: 0590448919 |
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This is the best book........1999-04-20
This book is the best book I have read.It talks about snakes & reptiles.I learned about a snakes that flies.It is called "The paradise tree snake."
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Duck through tiny doorways in an ancient town, stop for lunch along the cobbled streets of a half-timber village, bite into spicy bratwurst in a candlelit pub, or reserve a table for two in a Berlin palace—Fodor's Germany 2006 offers all these experiences and more! Our local writers have traveled throughout the country to find the best hotels, restaurants, attractions and activities to prepare you for a journey of stunning variety. Before you leave for your trip be sure to pack your Fodor's guide to ensure you don't miss a thing.
The San Francisco Chronicle sums it up best —"Fodor's guides are saturated with information."
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Visit
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And, for more insider secrets, visit “Travel Talk” and “Rants and Raves” online at
www.fodors.com/forums to get advice from other travelers like you.
Customer Reviews:
Planning my trip.......2006-08-24
I recently bought the 2006 Fodors Germany Guide. I am using it in conjunction with my Michelin green guide. Fodors is really very good for planning a trip to an unfamiliar place that they are acquainted with the area, the hotels and restaurants which is a strong point for them. The Green guide offers longer descriptions of some towns than Fodors but it also has its shortcomings. I also like the maps in Fodors and have been using one of their guidebooks for many years now for different countries. As an all around guidebook, even for an experienced traveler they are handy.
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a founding text.......2003-11-10
This is an extraordinarily important book for understanding our current copyright mess. It is not a trade book -- it was written as an academic's text. But it is beautifully and clearly written, and it shows as plainly as possible just how radically copyright law has changed. That point alone is not terribly original -- except that Patterson made the point in 1968. He is, and this book is, the founding text of a movement designed to restore rationality to the regulation of speech that we call copyright law. If you haven't read this, then shut up until you have.
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Jewelry: A Pictorial Archive of Woodcuts and Engravings (Picture Archives)
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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ASIN: 0486241610 |
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Excellent pictorial archive of woodcuts and engravings includes jewelry samples from over a 4,000-year period. Traces historical, technical and esthetic development of this timeless artcraft. Clear, well-written text and over 1,000 finely rendered copyright-free illustrations.
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Dog book with a shar pei title.......2006-11-08
I really agree with one of the previous reviews. This book has very little information that is specific to the shar pei breed. It contains info about the history of the shar pei and the characteristics of the breed, but that is all stuff that you can find for free just from shar pei sites. The other information is general to practically all dogs, such as housebreaking, dental care, and finding a lost dog. I would not reccommend this book if you are really looking for information specific to the shar pei.
Not specific to Shar Pei's.......2005-01-02
I ordered this book when I knew I was getting 2 Shar Pei's for Christmas. I am not familiar with the breed so did a ton of surfing on the net about them. This book received high ratings, so I ordered it.
I did not think that this book offered enough information regarding health problems specific to the Shar Pei breed. It generally would reference anything that a dog could contract, but did not discuss what the Shar Pei breed could run into. I found that to be lacking.
Also, it spent many pages about training for Sport which you may or may not choose (beyond sit, stay, etc.) To tought yourself as a Shar Pei book, I did not find that it discussed Shar Pei specific topics. I would not recommend buying this book if you are familar with dogs in general, and are buying a Shar Pei.
If you have never lived/raised a dog, this is a short book to read for general ideals about dogs.
Detailed but concise.......2003-01-10
I bought this book after getting our first shar pei and now three years later after getting our second I still find myself going to the book as a reference. I would recommend new owners buy the book prior to finding a breeder and making a purchase because it gives really good advice on what to look for and even whether or not the breed is right for you. The book takes you through step by step everything you need to know the breed from health, care, temperament, etc. I highly recommend this book.
The best I've read to date.......2000-03-29
The book was very informative. The pictures were clear and in color, which actually showed and told you what you were looking at. Out of 3 books I've bought on Shar-pei, this one was not a waste of my money.
great book.......2000-02-12
I think this book is just awesome
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The Beswick Colletors Price Guide (Beswick Price Guide)
Harvey May
Manufacturer: Francis Joseph Pub
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Beswick Animals (Charlton Standard Catalogue)
ASIN: 1870703790 |
Book Description
The superb quality and beautiful design of Beswick figurines has
always brought about a great demand in the collectibles
market, and this guide to the popular collectibles will be just as
sought after! Author Harvey May presents his research of the
company?s history and founders, designers of the pieces, and
other employees, and has also included a section with tips on
collecting Beswick and valuing discontinued pieces in this
unique guide.
Over 2,500 listings include model number and name, height,
current value in British Pounds and U.S. Dollars, and
production period. Listings cover all types of Beswick
figurines, from birds, fish, butterflies and cats to characters
from film and literature, and many, many more ? including
special commissions. 80 full-color photos provide spectacular
detail of the most rare and desirable Beswick pieces and series,
including Beatrix Potter figurines, Disney characters, and the
Pig Prom series.
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A useful guide if you know what you're looking for..........2001-09-17
This is a very well put together and compact book which provides a comprehensive listing of a variety of Beswick pieces and their values. If you know the name of the piece you are trying to find, this book is useful. However, it does not photographically catalogue all pieces, which makes it difficult to look up a piece if you aren't certain what it is.
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The Beswick Price Guide
May Harvey
Manufacturer: Francis Joseph
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ASIN: 1870703731 |
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The Charlton Price Guide to Royal Doulton Beswick Storybook Figurines (Royal Doulton Collectible Series)
Jean Dale
Manufacturer: Charlton Pr
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ASIN: 0889681309 |
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Along with "traditional" Storybook series such as Beatrix Potter and Brambly Hedge, readers are able to explore smaller series like Alice in Wonderland, The Noddy Collection, Old Bear, Norman Thelwell and Disney's Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs. New additions for the sixth edition include the Hippos on Holiday, Disney Film Classics Collection, Disney's Fantasia and Jungle Book, and The Nursery Rhymes Collection.
Maintaining the Charlton Catalogue tradition, all of the over 60 additions list the title, model number, designer, colour, issued and discontinued dates and varieties. Each listing is illustrated, and if possible, an image of the backstamp is included. All pricing has been updated, and is shown in four different markets(UK pounds, and US, Canadian and Australian dollars).
No collector will want to be without this reference tool!
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Filled With Landscaping Ideas & Methods For The Mid-Atlantic Region, Designs Covering 23 Of The Most Common Situations, Such As Front Entries, Foundation Platings, Patios, & Steep Slopes, Detailed Descriptions Of More Than 200 Plants.
Customer Reviews:
Loved It.......2007-03-08
This book was wonderful because it had lots of picture to draw ideas from. It also had information on different seasons and how the plants would be affected. It was so helpful to me.
Wonderful resource........2001-04-30
This book is a wonderful resource. The book is full of design ideas shown in site plans, 3-D renderings, and with great close up photos of the flowers, scrubs, and trees. Many designs are shown in each season and in a progression of how it will look in three to five years and then in ten to fifteen years. I found this book to be very helpful in designing flower beds, in picking plantings, and in knowing how to care for each planting.
Good use of Native Species.......2000-11-24
I'm not under 13, but I didn't want to give my name and email.
This book is great. It takes advantage of some great underused native plants from the Mid Atlantic. It is very helpful because it provides plant spacing and maintenance. Most plants are low maintenance, all year interest.
I have used the landscape plans in my yard and will continue to use this book as my number one reference.
Great Book!.......1999-05-13
I am new to gardening and I am have cleared out my backyard, I had no idea what I was doing or what kind of plants to put where until I read this book. It also has good ideas for building patios... great illustrations too!
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Louis Rorimer: A Man of Style
Leslie A. Pina
Manufacturer: Kent State Univ Pr
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ASIN: 0873384180 |
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Desktop Publishing: Producing Professional Publications
Benedict Kruse
Manufacturer: Delmar Publishers
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Taking Root: Narratives of Jewish Women in Latin America (Ohio RIS Latin America Series)
Marjorie Agosin
Manufacturer: Ohio University Press
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