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In this fascinating science book, a behavioral and bat ecologist reintroduces readers to bats, redeeming their historically bad reputation. These woefully misunderstood creatures dwell in darkness, inspire fear, and threaten danger. They’ve been viewed as the pawns of evil deities and taken the undeserved blame for the spread of deadly viruses. The Weird and Wonderful World of Bats provides a fresh introduction to these curious flying mammals, explaining how they experience the world through unique senses, where and how they fly, the origins of their complex relationships with humans, and how we can learn from them—not only to coexist, but potentially grow healthier and wiser together. Over 180 personality-filled photographs showcase the rich diversity of bats from all over the world.
From Texas's leading native plant organization comes an accessible and colorful guide to planting native for home gardeners at every level of expertiseDo you want a garden that makes a real difference? Choose plants native to our Texas. The rewards will benefit you, your yard, and the environment-from reducing maintenance tasks to attracting earth-friendly pollinators such as native birds, butterflies, and bees. Native plant expert Andrea DeLong-Amaya and the world famous Lady Bird Johnson Wildflower Center make adding these superstar plants easier than ever before, with proven advice that every home gardener can follow. This incomparable sourcebook includes 225 recommended native ferns, grasses, wildflowers, perennials, vines, shrubs, and trees. It's everything you need to know to create a beautiful and beneficial garden.
In this beautifully illustrated book that's Song of Achilles meets Secret Life of Trees, readers will discover the plants cultivated by the Greek Gods–many of which can still be experimented with today–for a myriad of uses. In Greek mythology, plants were used for tools, intoxication, warfare, food, medicine, magic, and rituals. When Prometheus stole fire from the Olympian gods and gave it to mankind, he hid it in a stalk of giant fennel. Ancient Greeks waiting to question the oracles were given cannabis as part of their cleansing rituals. A quince fruit started the Trojan war. The goddess Demeter was so distraught when Hades kidnapped her daughter that she caused winter to blanket the earth, killing all plants. Mythic Plants focuses on how the ancient Greeks used plants in their lives and loves and conquests—some of which we can still use. Includes tips throughout for bringing these ancient plants into your garden.
"The key to loving your home," this book is the ultimate guide to organizing every space in your house, by the founders of the NEAT Method (Jenni Kayne). In this one-of-a-kind organizing book, the projects are as simple as recipes, with “ingredient” lists and clear step-by-step directions. There are smart, stylish solutions for every room in the house. Each chapter pertains to a different room in your house, with both short-term projects and longer overhauls, including: A “drop zone” for dirty shoes and sports gear A color-coded bathroom closet A playroom for the kids Specials drawers for utensils, socks, makeup, etc. And much more! The end result is transformative: By implementing solutions that emphasize beauty as much as function, you’ll create a home that’s well arranged, a true place of calm and simplicity.
Charismatic, intriguing, and misunderstood: The Owl Handbook provides a beautifully photographed, thoughtfully researched, and accessible guide to these complex, captivating creatures.Spot an owl that's long been watching your every move and darker aspects of its reputation may spring to mind: harbinger of doom, guides through the spirit world, merciless bird of prey. Mythology and superstitions have projected our fear of the unknown onto these mostly night-dwelling creatures. But these wondrous birds are so much more than shadows or silent glides through the night. In The Owl Handbook, lifelong birding enthusiast John Shewey leads us through an exploration of owls' cultural impact as seen in folklore and mythology, provides in-depth investigations of 19 owls of North America and a survey of 200 owls across the globe, and gives advice on how to respectfully observe and protect these enigmatic birds, brought to life by hundreds of full-color photographs.
From a home-improvement expert, a guide to building just the right fence to serve your individualized needs. This complete guide shows homeowners how to: *build fences that provide privacy and security *mark boundaries *hide unpleasant views *keep animals in or out *beautify a yard *provide protection from the elements. Author Jeff Beneke guides readers through the building process with illustrated step-by-step instructions. Also included is information on how to repair fences and gates that have been damaged over time.
A bestselling author and expert on chicken behavior leads readers into the surprisingly complex inner workings of a chicken's brain. Backyard chicken keeper Melissa Caughey shares her years of experience and research about our feathered friends with this entertaining and informative exploration of what chickens think and feel. From chick days to the golden stage of "henopause," Caughey offers insights into the range of feelings that chickens can express, their unexpected intelligence, personality types, and flock dynamics.
Young readers will learn the basics of beekeeping with this vibrantly illustrated book that takes place on the Sankofa Farms apiary. Told from Akeem's perspective, Akeem Keeps Bees! begins with the arrival and installation of a package of bees and follows Akeem and his Dad throughout the year as they inspect the hive, find the queen, deal with a swarm, harvest honey, and prepare for winter. Every part of the process is illustrated for young readers, teaching them the special role that bees play on a farm. The author, Kamal Bell, is a leading voice among Black farmers educating and inspiring Black youth about farming and beekeeping. Perfect for children ages 6 through 10.
A second edition of the bestselling English Language Arts Big Fat Notebook updated to meet the needs of today's students.
A joyful picture book perfect for kids and foodies of all ages, Soy Sauce! mixes lyrical text, vibrant watercolors, and real soy sauce used as paint into a stunning debut and an imaginative celebration of the iconic kitchen staple and the magical way food connects family and friends across the world.Salty, savory, rich, and even sweet, soy sauce is as fascinating to make as it is delicious to eat!Luan makes a classic Chinese soy sauce. Haru uses his own recipe at his family's traditional Japanese brewery. And Yoo-mi's Korean soy sauce features special ingredients to make it spicy and sweet.With unique ingredients that reflect different Asian cultures, and a brewing process that can take years, even decades, soy sauce holds deep meaning and flavorful history in every drop.
Identify and discover the inner lives of birds with this easy to use full-color guidebook.Birds of Arizona and New Mexico is a comprehensive field guide to commonly found birds in the American Southwest. Authors Melissa Fratello and Steven Prager speak to a new generation of birders, offering a unique perspective and approach to birding that prioritizes accessibility and inclusion. They also cover the region’s unique issues, such as birding on tribal land, and birding along the Southern Border. Birds of Arizona and New Mexico will delight both experienced and aspiring birders with: ·Coverage of Arizona, New Mexico, and their border regions ·Illustrated descriptions of nearly 400 bird species ·800+ spectacular photographs of relevant plumages and birds in flight ·Individual range maps showing seasonal and migratory patterns ·And much more!
From an acclaimed embroidery designer and bestselling author of Mystical Stitches, an accessible how-to guide full of original stitch designs that will inspire readers to pick up a needle and thread. Written for all levels of stitchers, The Art of Embroidery Design teaches the value of establishing a creative practice, with hands-on sketching and stitching exercises to help anyone build confidence in their design skills. Author Christi Johnson provides a workshop experience for readers looking to start from scratch. She breaks the design process down into approachable steps, including: -developing a vision -choosing a color palette -using variations in line weight to create dimensionality -achieving a range of textural effects. Dozens of colorful photos of the author's own work are accompanied by historical examples from artisans in Mexico, India, Peru, China, Nigeria, and more, as well as profiles of some of the most inventive contemporary embroidery artists–it's a complete workshop in a book.
From an expert in homesteading, this accessible guide shows you how to nurture happy, healthy turkeys right in your own yard. Written by a backyard homesteader with a small flock of heritage turkeys, An Absolute Beginner's Guide to Raising Backyard Turkeys focuses on eggs, meat, and personal enjoyment. Poultry expert Stacy Benjamin will show you how to: -Raise your own poults -Understand turkey behavior and breeding habits -Provide proper shelter and nutrition Includes full-color photographs.
It's that pivotal year, 1968, and Nettie Boileau, a young Haitian student in Oakland, gets caught up in the ongoing revolutionary fever. With her friend Clia Brown, she uses her public health skills to help operate the free health clinics created by the people she believes are "true revolutionaries," the Black Panthers. When she falls in love with Black Panther Party Defense Captain Melvin Mosley, their passionate love affair soon eclipses all else-her friendship with Clia and even her own sense of self.Pregnant, Nettie follows Melvin to Chicago to help with a newly-launched Illinois chapter of the Panthers, but once there, she finds Chicago segregated, police surveillance brutal, and her faith in love eroding as Melvin becomes unfaithful. After a violent tussle with the police and the loss of their unborn child, both Nettie and Melvin are caught in the viciousness of J. Edgar Hoover's covert campaigns, and Nettie is soon on the run, desperate to find power in her roots and ultimately, to save herself.With richly imagined, relatable characters, Kingdom of No Tomorrow tells a story of Black love, self-determination, and the importance of revolution in the midst of injustice.
From a bestselling author and nutritionist, a cookbook of simple homemade tonics and juice shots–as delicious as they are beneficial to your physical and mental health. There's a reason why functional health drinks crowding the grocery store shelves have become so popular. They provide a one-and-done solution to achieving our nutritional goals. But they are also mass-produced and come with a hefty price tag. In Health Shots, nutritionist Toby Amidor offers a better, more affordable way—with recipes for tonics, tinctures and shots that support health with minimal processing, minimal cost, and maximum benefits. Amidor covers juicing, blending, straining, and steeping—with an overview of food safety, and how to take tonics as part of a healthy eating plan. Each recipe also contains a “tonic tip” providing additional insight on key ingredients, substitutions, or what to do with leftover ingredients to minimize food waste.
This stunning collector’s edition includes the original John Derian Picture Book and the equally gorgeous John Derian Picture Book II. Packaged in a beautiful slipcase, this is the ultimate gift for fans of the beloved artist and home goods designer. Since the publication of his bestselling book, John Derian Picture Book, in 2016, John Derian has expanded his already far-reaching home goods empire with a line of puzzles and stationery and renewed collaborations with global brands like Target. His products have continued to garner worldwide recognition, while his collection of timeless, vintage art keeps growing. Now, seven years after his debut book, Derian returns with a second installment, John Derian Picture Book 2. An assortment of 375 full-bleed images in their original form, John Derian Picture Book 2 continues the celebration of the best of his world, from intensely colored flowers and birds to curious portraits, hand-drawn letters, and breathtaking landscapes. The result is an oversized object of desire, a work of art in and of itself that brilliantly walks the line between commerce and art, and that is destined to become the gift book of the season.
Crafters, scrapbookers, and collage enthusiasts will love this kit-in-a-box, with 100 vintage postcards and everything needed to transform them into one-of-a-kind works of art to share and display.
The New York Times-bestselling humor gift book for moms, There Are Moms Way Worse Than You, and its highly anticipated follow-up, There Are Dads Way Worse Than You, all together in one boxed set!Each book in Glenn Boozan's viral and bestselling gift book series is filled with rhyming couplets that highlight bad moms from the animal kingdom...A mom giraffe is pretty nice until the fetus drops.She'll birth a newborn baby calf, then kick him 'til he walks....or notoriously bad dads in history and pop culture. Take Daddy Vader, for instance:Oops! Forgot their bath time? Mess up a mid-day snack?Better than a cauterizing light saber attack.Hilarious and reassuring, both moms and dads will delight in this humorous reminder that, no matter what parenting mess-ups they may make, there are always moms and dads way worse!
Part of bestselling designer Cynthia Hart's Victoriana Dogs stationery line, this 1,000-piece puzzle features sweet and charming pups from the Victorian era, combining two big trends-dogs and vintage-into one sophisticated gift.Dogs were celebrated during the Victorian era because they embodied important cultural values of the time: steadfast, loyal, courageous. They became the most popular domestic pets-Dash, a King Charles Spaniel, was considered Queen Victoria's closest childhood companion-and were pampered just as they are today. Created by artist Cynthia Hart, who layers antique paper ephemera, fresh flowers, ribbons, and vintage objects into lush collages filled with life, color, and energy, this timeless 1,000-piece puzzle celebrates the charming personalities of the dogs that captured hearts everywhere during the 19th century.- 1,000 interlocking pieces- Mini-poster (8 3/8" x 6 5/8") for reference or framing- Completed puzzle size: 23 4/5" x 19"
The ultimate write-in ELA workbook with concept recaps, annotated examples, and more than 130 exercises that help get students thinking, writing, analysing, and practicing the literary skills they need to ace English class.
Paint a world full of love--with stickers! Paint by Sticker Kids: Love Is Everywhere! includes everything kids need to create ten colorful images, including a smiling glitter rainbow, a cute otter holding a heart-shaped shell, a kitten wearing glitter sunglasses, a pair of nuzzling bunnies, and more! All you need to do is follow three easy steps: Step 1: Find the sticker. Step 2: Peel the sticker. Step 3: Place the sticker. And watch your paintings come to life! Painting by sticker is easy, mess-free, and portable (plus, all the pages are perforated so multiple kids can create at the same time!). The stickers are designed to be easy for small hands to maneuver, and no actual paint means no splatter, drips, or messy clean-up.
A groundbreaking guide to master everyday fear and anxiety. Mary Poffenroth, PhD, is a scientist, professor, and fear expert who has spent her career researching how we can all live more courageously, every day. With anxiety rates tripling and depression rates quadrupling since 2019, Brave New You could not be timelier as it gives readers actionable steps to navigate the underlying cause of our current mental health crisis: fear. Not fight-or-flight, but the kind of pervasive, debilitating everyday fears triggered by problems, stresses, and challenging issues we all face in our day-to-day lives. Along with the author’s personal stories about overcoming her fears, Brave New You combines the latest research in biology and psychology to help readers identify the hidden sources of struggle while teaching them to use neurohacks that will give them all the tools and strategies they need to live a fuller, happier life.
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