Author : Lori Meek Schuldt
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 13,70 MB
Release : 2010-08-03
Category : Travel
ISBN : 0762766174
Geared towards parents with children between the ages of two and twelve, Fun with the Family Illinois features interesting facts and sidebars as well as practical tips about traveling with your little ones.
Author : Owen Hurd
Publisher : Chicago Review Press
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 50,33 MB
Release : 2007-07-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1613740409
From the Native Americans who lived in the Chicago area for thousands of years, to the first European explorers Marquette and Jolliet, to the 2005 Chicago White Sox World Series win, parents, teachers, and kids will love this comprehensive and exciting history of how Chicago became the third largest city in the U.S. Chicago's spectacular and impressive history comes alive through activities such as building a model of the original Ferris Wheel, taking architectural walking tours of the first skyscrapers and Chicago's oldest landmarks, and making a Chicago-style hotdog. Serving as both a guide to kids and their parents and an engaging tool for teachers, this book details the first Chicagoan Jean Baptiste Point du Sable, the Fort Dearborn Massacre, the Great Chicago Fire of 1871, the building of the world's first skyscraper, and the hosting of two World's Fairs. In addition to uncovering Windy City treasures such as the birth of the vibrant jazz era of Louis Armstrong and the work of Chicago poets, novelists, and songwriters, kids will also learn about Chicago's triumphant and tortured sports history.
Author : Lori Meek Schuldt
Publisher :
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 50,31 MB
Release : 2001-04
Category : Travel
ISBN : 9780762707577
- Current information on family attractions- Detailed maps- Quick reference icons- Age-appropriate guidelines- Kid-friendly restaurants and places to stay
Author : Maggy Woodley
Publisher : Page Street Publishing
Page : 406 pages
File Size : 48,30 MB
Release : 2019-09-10
Category : Crafts & Hobbies
ISBN : 1624148514
Transform Paper into Thoughtful Cards, Fun Decorations and More with Easy, Mess-Free Crafts Learn just how versatile paper can be when creating fun, colorful crafts. Whether you have plain printer paper, a rainbow array of cardstock or just a few scraps of construction paper, you’ll be able to create inventive paper crafts that require only a few materials you already have, making them a thrifty and accessible alternative to more complicated projects. So grab your paper, scissors and glue and try these fun projects: • Origami Corner Bookmarks • Tin Can Pen Pots • Paper Pendants • Llama Cards • Origami Lucky Stars Bracelets • 3-D Paper Accordion Flowers • Kite Birds • Paper Dog Puppet • Confetti Bookmarks • Leaf Wreaths • Quick Ghost Garlands • Polar Bear Ornaments A whole slew of cute, exciting projects makes it easy for you to get your craft on no matter the occasion, and they provide hours of fun all year long. With easy-to-follow step-by-step instructions and plenty of photos to guide you, you can be on your way to creating paper masterpieces in no time.
Author :
Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Page : 321 pages
File Size : 15,28 MB
Release : 2009-09-01
Category : Music
ISBN : 1603784934
(Piano/Vocal/Guitar Songbook). Features 18 piano/vocal selections from this Broadway hit that won both Tony and Drama Desk awards. Includes a plot synopsis, sensational color photos, and these tunes: The Ballad of Farquaad * Big Bright Beautiful World * Build a Wall * Don't Let Me Go * Donkey Pot Pie * Finale (This Is Our Story) * Freak Flag * I Know It's Today * I Think I Got You Beat * Make a Move * More to the Story * Morning Person * Story of My Life * This Is How a Dream Comes True * Travel Song * What's Up, Duloc? * When Words Fail * Who I'd Be.
Author : David Foster Wallace
Publisher : Back Bay Books
Page : 549 pages
File Size : 33,8 MB
Release : 2009-11-23
Category : Humor
ISBN : 0316090522
These widely acclaimed essays from the author of Infinite Jest -- on television, tennis, cruise ships, and more -- established David Foster Wallace as one of the preeminent essayists of his generation. In this exuberantly praised book -- a collection of seven pieces on subjects ranging from television to tennis, from the Illinois State Fair to the films of David Lynch, from postmodern literary theory to the supposed fun of traveling aboard a Caribbean luxury cruiseliner -- David Foster Wallace brings to nonfiction the same curiosity, hilarity, and exhilarating verbal facility that has delighted readers of his fiction, including the bestselling Infinite Jest.
Author : Disney Books
Publisher : Disney Electronic Content
Page : pages
File Size : 35,45 MB
Release : 2021-10-05
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 1368079431
A deluxe collection of empowering original short stories featuring your favorite Disney Princesses and Frozen Queens to mark the Ultimate Princess Celebration. The Disney Princesses and Frozen Queens get an infusion of girl power with this empowering collection of original stories that highlight each heroine's own acts of courage and kindness. Each story is accompanied by original illustrations created by diverse artists from around the world. • Enjoy the Ultimate Princess Celebration from your own home with this deluxe hardcover story collection • Features stories about all 12 Disney Princesses—plus two bonus stories about the Frozen Queens! • Beautiful original illustrations featuring the Disney Princesses and Frozen Queens as you've never seen them before Complete your story book collection with these fan-favorite, best sellers: • 5 Minute Girl Power Stories • 5 Minute Princess Stories • Disney Princess Storybook Collection • Powers of a Girl
Author : Nathan Sawaya
Publisher : No Starch Press
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 48,3 MB
Release : 2014-10-14
Category : Art
ISBN : 1593275889
Nathan Sawaya is renowned for his incredible, sometimes surreal, sculptures and portraits—all made from LEGO bricks. The Art of the Brick is a stunning, full-color showcase of the work that has made Sawaya the world’s most famous LEGO artist. Featuring hundreds of photos of his impressive art and behind-the-scenes details about how these creations came to be, The Art of the Brick is an inside look at how Sawaya transformed a toy into an art form. Follow one man’s unique obsession and see the amazing places it has taken him.
Author : Dr Farah Adam Mukadam
Publisher : Pan Macmillan
Page : 235 pages
File Size : 19,59 MB
Release : 2020-07-29
Category : Family & Relationships
ISBN : 9389109639
If you are struggling to cope with the anxieties of being a new mother, this is the book you need! As soon as a baby is born, a woman’s life is engulfed by inevitable chaos. Newborns and New Moms dispels the confusion new mothers in urban India often go through. Drawing from her own experience as a mother and her years as an accomplished and empathetic family physician, Dr Farah Adam Mukadam offers valuable tips and advice tailored for Indian parents through a book that: Prepares a mother for her new life once the baby comes home Validates Indian traditions surrounding childcare from a scientific and modern perspective Provides insights about what to expect from family members and how to handle complex domestic circumstances after childbirth Covers pertinent topics like mastering breastfeeding, accepting your changed body, postpartum mental and sexual well-being and readjusting to work after maternity leave Contains useful tips for expecting couples in the age of Covid-19 Packed with wisdom and strengthened by real-life examples, this accessible how-to is the inspiration you need to embrace and enjoy motherhood.
Author : Ginny Yurich
Publisher :
Page : 133 pages
File Size : 22,85 MB
Release : 2021
Category : Children and the environment
ISBN : 9781638484455
A collection of outdoor activities designed for children to encourage exploration and interaction with nature.
