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  • Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales

    Theoni Pappas

    Paperback (Wide World Publishing, Feb. 16, 1993)
    A treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life. Explores math concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, the golden rectangle in both serious and humorous ways. Stories such as the parable of p, the number line that fell apart, Leonhard the magic turtle and many others offer an amusing and entertaining way to explore and share mathematical ideas regardless of age or background. The reference section following each story is designed as enrichment information for the concepts presented in each story. Has both kids and adults sections for each topic.
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  • 5-Minute Easter Stories: 4 Stories in 1

    Disney Book Group, Disney Storybook Art Team

    eBook (Disney Publishing, Jan. 7, 2020)
    Spring into fun! Join many beloved Disney characters as they get ready for spring! Each story in this collection is ideal for reading aloud in just five minutes—a perfect fit for bedtime, story time, or any time!
  • The Talking Baby: Simple Tricks And Techniques To Encourage Your Baby To Speak Sooner

    Jeremy Sweet, Karina Sweet, Kirby Shaw

    language (Jema Alka Worldwide Publishing, April 1, 2019)
    Teach your baby to speak sooner! Are you concerned that your toddler is not talking as much as other children his or her age? Is your baby growing frustrated not being able to tell you what he or she needs or wants? Would you like to communicate better with your child? Maybe you would like to help your child speak earlier? After all, learning to speak is a vital stage in growth and development. A talking toddler is usually more prepared to advance to other stages such as reading and writing. So teaching you baby to speak sooner may actually help your child get a jumpstart on other important life skills. THE TALKING BABY brings you simple tricks and techniques to encourage babies and toddlers to talk sooner, as well as to assist in bringing children up to speed who may be taking longer than normal. The book is straightforward, user-friendly, and easy to follow. THE TALKING BABY book has been reviewed, edited and endorsed by Speech Therapists, Child Psychiatrists, Pediatricians, Psychologists, Elementary School Teachers, Parents, and other child experts. Includes important information such as:Simple and effective ways to enhance language development skillsImportant vowels, syllables and sounds that jumpstart speechHelp in maximizing your child's potential in fun and constructive waysInnovative and proven speech therapy techniquesEasy tricks to incorporate speech development activities in daily routinesTechniques for keeping kids engaged while learning to speakGames, ideas and methods to encourage talkingUnique and often ignored influencers that aid the speaking and learning processThis fun guidebook is a “must-have” for parents who want to help their children develop language skills, gain confidence earlier, and get a jump-start on life. It also makes a perfect and affordable baby gift for new parents.
  • Further Adventures of Penrose the Mathematical Cat

    Theoni Pappas

    Paperback (Wide World Publishing, July 14, 2004)
    Penrose, no ordinary cat, takes us on an adventurous tour of mathematical concepts and characters. Now he takes off again on new adventures.Join him as he .....discovers the mathematical rep-tiles meets x, the mathematical actor..... is overpowered by a hoard of numbers stumbles onto the math rods has a close encounter with Probably discovers how 1+1!=2 helps Sorry Snowflake find its symmetry takes on Napier’s hot rods crosses pi’s path learns that mathematical doughnuts are not for dunking tantalizes, teases and perplexes us with his puzzles and games.These amusing and informative tales are just a few of many enchanting stories written in the author’s captivating style that is sure to make mathematics entertaining. The reader will gain new insights and appreciation for mathematics and its many facets.
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  • The Talking Baby: Simple Tricks And Techniques To Encourage Your Baby To Speak Sooner

    Jeremy Sweet, Karina Sweet, Kirby Shaw

    language (Jema Alka Worldwide Publishing, April 30, 2019)
    Teach your baby to speak sooner! Are you concerned that your toddler is not talking as much as other children his or her age? Is your baby growing frustrated not being able to tell you what he or she needs or wants? Would you like to communicate better with your child? Maybe you would like to help your child speak earlier? After all, learning to speak is a vital stage in growth and development. A talking toddler is usually more prepared to advance to other stages such as reading and writing. So teaching you baby to speak sooner may actually help your child get a jumpstart on other important life skills. THE TALKING BABY brings you simple tricks and techniques to encourage babies and toddlers to talk sooner, as well as to assist in bringing children up to speed who may be taking longer than normal. The book is straightforward, user-friendly, and easy to follow. THE TALKING BABY book has been reviewed, edited and endorsed by Speech Therapists, Child Psychiatrists, Pediatricians, Psychologists, Elementary School Teachers, Parents, and other child experts. Includes important information such as:Simple and effective ways to enhance language development skillsImportant vowels, syllables and sounds that jumpstart speechHelp in maximizing your child's potential in fun and constructive waysInnovative and proven speech therapy techniquesEasy tricks to incorporate speech development activities in daily routinesTechniques for keeping kids engaged while learning to speakGames, ideas and methods to encourage talkingUnique and often ignored influencers that aid the speaking and learning processThis fun guidebook is a “must-have” for parents who want to help their children develop language skills, gain confidence earlier, and get a jump-start on life. It also makes a perfect and affordable baby gift for new parents.
  • Star Darlings Collection: Volume 3: Piper's Perfect Dream; Astra's Mixed-up Mission; Tessa's Lost and Found

    Shana Muldoon Zappa, Disney Storybook Art Team

    eBook (Disney Publishing, Sept. 13, 2016)
    WHO IS CAUSING TROUBLE ON STARLAND?Disturbing things continue to happen on Starland everyday, beginning when Piper's Star Kindness day compliment-poems to her friends turn into cruel insults. As the Star Darlings unravel clues, they begin to suspect that one of their own is behind the trouble … and that it might be Lady Stella!Piper enjoys her time on Wishworld working in a diner… but is she being a little too laid-back about her mission? When Astra's time comes, her overconfident nature leads her incorrect conclusions about her gymnast Wisher's true wish. Tessa's mission brings her to an animal shelter, but when a terrible storm hits, she runs into problems.
  • The Joy of Mathematics: Discovering Mathematics All Around You

    Theoni Pappas

    Paperback (Wide World Publishing, Jan. 23, 1993)
    Part of the joy of mathematics is that it is everywhere-in soap bubbles, electricity, da Vinci's masterpieces, even in an ocean wave. Written by the well-known mathematics teacher consultant, this volume's collection of over 200 clearly illustrated mathematical ideas, concepts, puzzles, and games shows where they turn up in the "real" world. You'll find out what a googol is, visit hotel infinity, read a thorny logic problem that was stumping them back in the 8th century.THE JOY OF MATHEMATICS is designed to be opened at random it's mini essays are self-contained providing the reader with an enjoyable way to explore and experience mathematics at its best.
  • High School Musical: The Encore Edition Junior Novelization Bind-up

    Disney Book Group

    eBook (Disney Publishing, Nov. 19, 2019)
    Relive the magic of High School Musical. Popular star basketball player Troy Bolton and academically gifted beauty Gabriella Montez come from different worlds at East High. But when they both decide to audition for the school musical, magic happens! Follow Troy, Gabriella, and their friends as they navigate high school together in the Encore Edition of the junior novelizations from this beloved trilogy.
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  • A Wrinkle in Time: A Guide to the Universe

    Kari Sutherland, Vivien Wu

    language (Disney Publishing, March 6, 2018)
    Here's your chance to experience the fantastical world of A Wrinkle in Time, the upcoming film from Walt Disney Studios. This colorful book is filled with never-before-seen looks at the characters and places.Get the chance to experience the fantastical world of the upcoming Walt Disney Studios film, A Wrinkle in Time. From the alien Aunt Beast to the skies of the planet Uriel, from the celestial beings known as Mrs. Which, Mrs. Whatsit, and Mrs. Who to the mysterious Happy Medium, this book brings the characters and places from A Wrinkle in Time to life, with stunning full-color illustrations throughout.
  • Horses I've known

    Will JAMES

    Hardcover (World Publishing, March 15, 1945)
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  • Fractals, Googols, and Other Mathematical Tales

    Theoni Pappas

    eBook (Wide World Publishing, Feb. 16, 1993)
    A treasure trove of stories that make mathematical ideas come to life. Explores math concepts and topics such as real numbers, exponents, dimensions, the golden rectangle in both serious and humorous ways. Stories such as the parable of p, the number line that fell apart, Leonhard the magic turtle and many others offer an amusing and entertaining way to explore and share mathematical ideas regardless of age or background. The reference section following each story is designed as enrichment information for the concepts presented in each story.
  • The Adventures of Penrose the Mathematical Cat

    Theoni Pappas

    eBook (Wide World Publishing, Oct. 24, 1997)
    Penrose, a cat with a knack for math, takes children on an adventurous tour of mathematical concepts from fractals to infinity.