Books published by publisher Granada Publications

Level I Astronomy Student Text introduces young students to the scientific discipline of astronomy. Students will learn about different astronomy tools, including telescopes and moon rovers, the phases of the Moon, the Sun's solar energy, the planets of the solar system and what happened to Pluto, the Milky Way galaxy, and our other stellar neighbors. The Level I Astronomy student text has ten full color chapters and includes a full glossary and pronunciation guide at the back of the book.

Bestselling composer Marty Haugen's Child of Wonder, written for the baptism of his godson, celebrates the sacredness of human life and childhood. Now in this wonderful book, artist Stephen Nesser illuminates the lyrics with scenes of childhood rituals from faith traditions and cultures around the world, who play together to form community. These vibrant illustrations are a perfect complement to Marty's inspired poetry. Included with the volume is a link to a free mp3 download of the song, as well as the full notation of Child of Wonder for families that wish to sing along.

The characters of the Noah’s Ark story are brought to life, two by two, in this wonderful collection of projects. These colourful knitted animals are a pleasure to make and great for children of all ages to enjoy. Inside you will find 20 projects to choose from, including zebras, tigers, giraffes and a lion and lioness. To accompany the animals on their journey there is, of course, Mr and Mrs Noah and the all-important Ark to for you to make. Follow the wonderful story of Noah’s Ark as you make the projects, enjoy the colourful gallery showcasing all the characters, and master the techniques from the easy-to-follow instructions provided.

The rich heritage of children’s folk songs is captured in this beloved musical tale, which tells the delightful story of the courtship between two unlikely creatures. Radiant illustrations capture the whimsical narrative, which tells of a persistent frog and the mouse he loves, his proposal to her, and the fun-filled wedding and feast that follow—until a menacing cat interrupts the celebration, and the groom finds himself kidnapped by a duck. Guidelines for downloading the accompanying complimentary song are provided, a timeless tune which has previously been recorded by such legends as Woody Guthrie, Bob Dylan, and Elvis Presley. With full notations and lyrics as well as a detailed history of this classic yarn, this irresistible picture book continues the legacy of preserving the best music for future generations.

This guide to proper behavior at the dinner table provides an introduction to etiquette for kids and a refresher in manners for adults. Offering three tips for each letter of the alphabet, kids are asked to examine the factors that contribute to proper form. Guides Polly Politely and Milton Manners introduce kids to the correct way of handling situations such as choosing utensils at the table, passing the salt and pepper, chewing ice, and disposing of olive pits. In addition to situation-specific guidance (“Finger foods, like an airplane, need to land somewhere first. . . . No direct flights from the serving dish into the mouth”), this book provides the means for determining appropriate behavior in any situation by asking children to consider those around them.

Handmade bags are a great way to accessorize and express your individual style.The fantastic collection of bags in Sewn Bags features a range of styles and designs, showing you how to create 20 affordable, designer quality bags from the comfort of your own home. With a helpful techniques section and clear step-by-step instructions, even a novice can create a stunning bag in no time at all. From small evening bags to functional everyday handbags and spacious carriers, there's a bag to suit every outfit and occasion. Projects include: evening bag clutch bag messenger bag retro handbag knot bag duffel bag backpack tote beach bag

With 10 years of additional research on early childhood music, neurology, and language, this updated edition of Music Learning Theory for Newborn and Young Children focuses on the most critical learning period in every individual’s musical life: birth to age five. The book explains how young children audiate and develop an understanding of music—and why they should experience music as early as possible. Edwin Gordon, a leading educator and researcher in music education, guides readers in the ways to motivate and encourage young children to audiate, revealing how to teach music successfully at home and in preschool, with an emphasis on individual differences between children. This edition includes a new chapter on imitating and organizing a music preschool as well as new songs and rhythm chants written by Gordon.

There are times when keeping your young children occupied and entertained can be a real challenge, no matter how super-organized or imaginative your parenting skills. This is where The Big Book of 100 Outdoor Activities, a bumper book of boredom-busting fun, comes in. The aim is to provide parents with loads of simple and quick activities and creative ideas, to engage and entertain their children and encourage them to learn more about their natural environment. Activities are grouped into eight handy sections: Wildlife Spotting In the Garden Messy Makes Arts and Crafts Games Rainy Day Activities Outdoor Cooking Music Dressing up Each one is packed with things to do that range from spur-of-the-moment creative play, involving little or no preparation, to mini projects with step-by-step instructions. These are just a few of the ingenious ideas: making a baking soda rocket, painting with fruit, growing your own pizza toppings, feather printing and making a bug hotel to cooking smores, pressing flowers, leaf rubbing and wildlife spotting.

Come forth, for you are special. Sookahr the architect is just one of many snakes within Serpentia, an underground society where snakes and their rodent companions have lived in peace for as long as anyone can remember. Their destinies are preordained at birth, when they are fit with skymetal bands to enhance the telekinetic powers that aid them everyday. Given an opportunity unheard of for a snake of his caste, Sookahr and Kwirk, his mouse aid, venture to a recently-destroyed outpost at the far edges of Serpentia, hoping to redesign the structure and prove his skill as an architect. But something watches from the jungle, and whatever attacked the outpost is poised to strike again. Will Sookahr's drive to rise above his station get his team killed? Or will he respond to the call he's heard since birth, and be the hero who can save them all?

This book is specially designed in Amazon's fixed-layout KF8 format with region magnification. Double-tap on an area of text to zoom and read. Telling the whimsical story of an absent-minded tailor and his trusty mouse companion, this narrative highlights a fantastic children's folk song that has been enjoyed throughout the ages. The tale follows the duo as the mouse becomes ill and the dim-witted tailor tries a harebrained method to cure him. Spectacular illustrations capture the colorful lives of these characters, making this picture book another worthy addition to its beloved series and helping to preserve the great "songtales" of the American heritage. Instructions on how to download the complimentary song are featured, and the fully notated version is included with a complete set of lyrics and the history behind this fanciful yarn.

The Magic of Shamanism will open your eyes to an ancient, and yet accessible, world to everyone interested in personal growth and healing in order to reach their potential.Shamanism is a powerful therapeutic tool and the author, Arvick Baghramian, has a talent for clear, down-to-earth explanations of the origins of shamanism and how modern western shamanic practices work in both a personal and therapeutic setting.The book is detailed and comprehensive yet easy to read. It explains not only the origins but also how to work with shamanism: power animals, soul retrieval, working with nature and many other related concepts including how to create the conditions for a shamanic journey for personal healing and growth. It also includes real examples of life-changing shamanic journeys.The Magic of Shamanism is a practical guide to shamanic healing which has the power to re-connect us with ourselves and the world in these frenetic modern times.Discover how shamanism can help you in your own personal development.