This popular and widely recommended book outlines all of the requirements of the Literacy Skills Test, explaining the essential subject knowledge candidates need to know. This fifth edition also includes a full practice test, more practice questions and more question and answer commentary.
The book offers a diverse collection of dessert recipes, ranging from beloved classics like profiteroles, lemon meringue pie, and apple crumble to intriguing international options such as tiramisu and brandy-soaked borracho cake from Spain. It encourages both traditional baking and adventurous experimentation with global flavors.
An illustrated almanac including thousands of facts about such topics as the universe, countries of the world, science and nature, government, world history and religions, the arts, sports, and others.
Important impressionist Berthe Morisot (1841-95) painted scenes of domestic and family life, gardens and landscapes that vibrate with light and spontaneity and yet have a tangible physicality. This gorgeous book introduces the reader to her life and work, followed by a curated selection of her best work in exquisite full-page reproductions.
This enticing introduction to art appreciation for children looks at art history, themes in art, and art techniques - from cave paintings to modern art. Children will learn to step back, think, and look at art in a new way. This fabulous book explores themes in art, including women in art and symbolism in art. Kids will be encouraged to look closely at a painting and understand why and how it was made. By tapping into STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Maths), Art ... And How it Works helps with the understanding of colour and the materials artists use. The mathematical side of art will be highlighted and kids will learn about patterns and shapes in art. The book looks at the history of art for kids - from prehistoric paintings, Impressionism, abstract art, through to the art of today. It includes biographies of major artists from Fra Angelico to David Hockney. Art ... And How it Works cuts through the jargon that surrounds the art world and offers a fresh, new, and accessible approach for kids.
A "bulletproof knee" is a knee that is pain-free and resistant to injury - and you can have one too - Bulletproof Your Knee will show you how! In less than 100 pages, readers will learn about the Bulletproof Knee Program - a series of simple and powerful exercises you do at home or in the gym, that take just a few minutes a day to do - yet create powerful changes in your knee tissues making it bulletproof to pain and injury. Recommended for those with chronic knee pain, athletes, or anyone who simply wants to get rid of or avoid knee problems. Jim Johnson, P.T. is a physical therapist who has spent over 25 years treating both inpatients and outpatients with a wide range of pain and mobility problems. He has written many books based completely on published research and controlled trials including Bulletproof Your Shoulder, Treat Your Own Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Treat Your Own Hand and Thumb Osteoarthritis and Treat Your Own Achilles Tendinitis. His books have been translated into other languages, and thousands of copies have been sold worldwide. Besides working full-time as a clinician in a major teaching hospital and writing books, Jim Johnson is a certified Clinical Instructor by the American Physical Therapy Association and enjoys teaching physical therapy students from all over the United States.
A massive, plastic-sleeved cook book with an amazing 500 indulgent, delicious and tempting recipes, ranging from classics such as profiteroles, lemon meringue pie and apple crumble to more exotic dishes such as tiramisu or brandy-soaked borracho cake from Spain. This tome includes at-a-glance nutrional notes, which cover every dish, and include calorie count, cholesterol, fat, carbohydrate and sugar content. Truly a GREAT book for beginners and experts alike. ENJOY!
Features every kind of jewerly from bangles, broochesand pins.
Focusing on art history, this engaging introduction for kids covers a wide range of topics, including significant themes and techniques used throughout the ages, from ancient cave paintings to contemporary art. It encourages young readers to explore and appreciate various artistic expressions and understand the evolution of art.