Books with author Richard James

This is the perfect introduction to chess for children from the age of seven upwards. The book contains 30 short lessons, starting with learning about the board and the pieces, then the moves of each piece in turn, then the vital concepts of check, checkmate and stalemate, and finally basic strategy and thinking skills. Quizzes and puzzles reinforce what the children learn.The book uses the characters of the 7-year-old twins Sam and Alice who are always arguing and fighting. They decide to join the army where they are told about an impending invasion of aliens from the planet Caïssa. The outcome of the invasion will be decided by a game of living chess. During their lessons they learn about the battlefield and the different types of soldier and get to play the part of each in turn.

"Set in a Louisiana bayou and told in Cajun dialect-de chirren been nezzle/Good snug on de flo'--the poem has lively illustrations that perfectly suit the unique text."-Horn Book"Rice is especially good with facial expressions, whether they are on a Texas jack rabbit, a longhorn steer, a dusty cowboy, or the green and long-nosed alligator named Gaston."-Library JournalIt's the night before Christmas in a tiny shack on the Louisiana bayou, and Santa Claus, with his eight friendly alligators and toy-laden skiff, is on his way. Written in lively Cajun accents, the best-selling Cajun Night Before Christmas� is a beloved holiday classic. Now, with this innovative coloring book, children of all ages can put their own colorful spin on the story. These brilliant illustrations are sure to inspire some wide Cajun smiles.

Indispensable for both first-time and experienced cat owners, the ASPCA Complete Guide to Cats is the one place to turn for up-to-date information on feline health and behavior, including detailed advice on feeding, grooming, veterinary care, litterbox training, and the special needs of kittens, older cats, and cats from a shelter. With more than 450 illustrations and photos, and an easy-to-use guide to the personalities, characteristics, and idiosyncrasies of the fifty most popular breeds, this handy volume offers real, reliable answers to all of your questions about cats.

This is the perfect introduction to chess for children from the age of seven upwards. The book contains 30 short lessons, starting with learning about the board and the pieces, then the moves of each piece in turn, then the vital concepts of check, checkmate and stalemate, and finally basic strategy and thinking skills. Quizzes and puzzles reinforce what the children learn.The book uses the characters of the 7-year-old twins Sam and Alice who are always arguing and fighting. They decide to join the army where they are told about an impending invasion of aliens from the planet Caïssa. The outcome of the invasion will be decided by a game of living chess. During their lessons they learn about the battlefield and the different types of soldier and get to play the part of each in turn.

Safety & First Aid SURVIVAL TACTICS Your Complete Outdoor Guide1.first aid.2.Back and neck injuries.3.Cardiopulmonary resuscitation.4.Orthopedics.5.Chemical poisoning.6.Wounds and bleeding.7.Burns.8.Fractures..-first aid :-Overview-A person may face difficult circumstances and situations that impose themselves suddenly and without warning, and when one has knowledge and knowledge of how to act in such circumstances and situations, it may save human life; that life is priceless.-We hope through this section to make you brother reader human being aware of the importance of good behavior in emergency situations and confident of your ability to help others.-Back and neck injuries :-What should I do if my back and neck are injured?-The injury to the back or neck is a very serious injury, and if the casualty was transferred from the scene in the wrong way can be paralyzed permanently.- Do not move the casualty from the scene.-Make sure your safety and the safety of the injured and then check the basics of first aid and called the ambulance.-Ambulance crews have special back and neck splinters and are familiar with the best ways to deal with various injuries.- -How do I know if there is a back or neck injury?- -The most important symptoms of back or neck injury in the patient who has not lost consciousness is severe pain. -If this offer appears to the patient, take the necessary precautions.

Gus the Garbage Truck doesn’t like getting teased by his friends for being so slow. So one day he decides to be the fastest garbage truck in town. But his speed comes at a cost. This is a perfect book for boys and girls who love garbage trucks. It also comes with some fun facts and figures about where your garbage goes once it gets picked up outside your home. Great bedtime reading for 3-6 year olds.

This is the perfect introduction to chess for children from the age of seven upwards. The book contains 30 short lessons, starting with learning about the board and the pieces, then the moves of each piece in turn, then the vital concepts of check, checkmate and stalemate, and finally basic strategy and thinking skills. Quizzes and puzzles reinforce what the children learn.The book uses the characters of the 7-year-old twins Sam and Alice who are always arguing and fighting. They decide to join the army where they are told about an impending invasion of aliens from the planet Caïssa. The outcome of the invasion will be decided by a game of living chess. During their lessons they learn about the battlefield and the different types of soldier and get to play the part of each in turn.

Written as a story—featuring seven-year-old twins Alice and Sam and their quest to stop an impending alien invasion—Chess for Kids will teach your child how to play chess in thirty short, fun lessons. Chess for Kids describes each piece, simply and clearly explaining what moves each one can make and how best to utilize them on the board. Here are the concepts of check, checkmate, and stalemate and basic chess strategy and thinking skills. Peppered with quizzes and puzzles to reinforce what your child has learned, Chess for Kids is the perfect book for any child who wishes to learn this ancient and always popular game.