Books published by publisher Omega Publications

Tapping on the bottom of a baby's foot and gently touching a baby's face, fingers, or legs are natural games that have brought joy to children for generations. Clapping a baby's hands together or inviting a baby to clap onto hands lets a baby and adult communicate through play and without words. This collection includes 71 songs and rhymes, such as "Rub-a-Dub-Dub," "Head, Shoulders, Knees, and Toes," and "Miss Mary Mack."

Over in the meadow... there lives a wonderful array of animals and their young. This traditional folksong probably originated in the United Kingdom in the sixteenth century. Over in the Meadow has not only served as a song to teach counting and rhyming, it is also a delightful introduction to the wonderful natural world that we share with our animal friends. Now lavishly illustrated by Marissa Napoletano and collected by John M. Feierabend, this song is sure to delight current and future generations. The fully notated version of this song with all the words is included at the end of this book, along with a detailed history of the song. A beautiful take on a timeless story, this picture book is another wonderful chapter in the continuing legacy of a delightful, classic songtale.

The objective of our New York Test Prep Book for third grade math is to provide students, educators, and parents with practice materials focused on the core skills needed to help students succeed on the NY State math grade 3 assessment in 2018-19.A student will fare better on a test when s/he has practiced and mastered the skills measured by the assessment. A student also excels when s/he is familiar with the format and structure of the test. This book helps students do both. Students can use this workbook to review key material and practice with skill-building exercises tethered to New York’s Next Generation Learning Standards. They can also take math practice tests that reflect the rigor and format of the New York official assessments. Students will become accustomed to how test content is presented, which will enhance their test-taking skills. By test day, students will feel confident and prepared to do their best on this challenging mathematics exam.Math Test Grade 3 New York - NY State TestIn New York, third grade students are required to take the NY State mathematics test. The end-of year math assessment determines if students have mastered third grade mathematics standards set by the NYS Department of Education, and ensures that a student is getting ready for fourth grade. Preparation for these State assessments is essential. This workbook focuses on the core skills needed to help children prepare for and succeed on NY State tests, and will give students practice in the format & content of the types of math problems they will face on the official test (including multiple choice, short response and extended response questions).What You Get When You Purchase this NY State Test Prep Grade 3 Math BookSkill building exercises organized by standard to help students learn & review concepts in the order that they will be presented in the classroom. These worksheets also help identify weaknesses that need to be addressed to excel on the exam. We include a variety of question types to help build skills in answering questions in multiple formats, so students don’t get tripped up by unfamiliar questions on test day. Two NY State Practice Tests Our math practice tests are based on the official NY State mathematics assessments. They include similar question types and the same rigorous content found on State tests. Answer keys with detailed explanations to help students not make the same mistake twice. If a student is having difficulty in one area, encourage the student to practice that specific set of skills in the relevant worksheet.Test prep tips so students approach the test strategically & with confidence.Test Prep Books New YorkOur 3rd grade workbooks and test prep books are written by seasoned educators who have familiarity with New York’s state assessments and curriculum. Our educational workbooks are used by teachers and tutors throughout New York. Apart from 3rd grade books for New York tests in math, reading and writing, we also offer practice test books for the higher grades, including the “NY State Practice Test Book Grade 4 Mathematics”, which your child can use over the summer to get ready for 4th Grade. The New York State Department of Education (NYSED) is not affiliated with Origins Publications and has not endorsed the contents of this book.

If you want to discover the captivating history of Iran, then keep reading...Five captivating manuscripts in one book:Achaemenid Empire: A Captivating Guide to the First Persian Empire Founded by Cyrus the Great, and How This Empire of Ancient Persia Fought Against the Ancient Greeks in the Greco-Persian WarsParthian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Enemy of the Roman Republic and Roman EmpireSasanian Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Neo-Persian Empire that Ruled Before the Arab Conquest of Persia and the Rise of IslamThe Safavid Empire: A Captivating Guide to the Persian Empire That Fought Against the Ottomans in the Ottoman–Safavid WarThe Afsharid and Qajar Dynasty: A Captivating Guide to Two Iranian Dynasties Who Ruled Persia from 1736 to 1925In part 1 of this book, you will:Discover how the Achaemenid Empire got its start, as well as the conditions that allowed their culture to grow and prosperLearn how Cyrus the Great came to power and the remarkable ways in which he and his successors ruled the empireGet insights into the Achaemenid style of warfare, including rituals, strategies and tactics they used to conquer their foes as well as how they protected themselves against intrudersLearn about the roles and obligations of the people, who and how they worshipped, including their beliefsAnd much, much more!In part 2 of this book, you will:Learn about the origins of the Parthian empireDiscover the rise of the Parthian empireGain startling knowledge about the Roman–Parthian WarsBe able to visualize the powerful military tactics that the Parthians used - tactics that gradually became the standard method of warfare in the Roman empire as wellAnd much, much more!Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book include:The Rise of the Sasanian EmpireThe First Sasanian DeclineThe Golden Age and the End of the Sasanian EmpireSasanian Government and MilitaryArt and Culture of the Sasanian EmpireLife and Society of the SasaniansReligion in the Sasanian StateAnd much, much more!Some of the topics covered in part 4 of this book include:Religious Beginnings: Ismail IForeign Relations: TahmaspShort and Bloody: Ismail IICultural Consolidation: Abbas ISaru Taqi: Shah SafiInterlude: Shah Abbas IIInternal Decay: SulaymanFall: Sultan HusaynAnd much, much more!Some of the topics covered in part 5 of this book include:Geography and Ancient History of PersiaModern History of Persia and the Afsharid DynastyThe Persian Empire under the Qajar DynastyModern Persian SocietyCulture of Modern PersiaAnd much, much more!So if you want to learn more about the history of Iran, scroll up and click the "add to cart" button!

This latest title from esteemed tatter Lyn Morton contains an array of exquisite pieces to create. Each design is carefully photographed and accompanied by easy-to-follow diagrams. Practical and informative, The Art of Tatting Jewelry showcases the use of this accessible and thriving craft, ideal for creating stunning necklaces, bracelets, pendants, and earrings.

If you're a crafter, then you love Christmas for the endless inspiration it offers every year. In Fat Quarter: Christmas, popular craft author Jemima Schlee presents 25 projects for you to make quickly and easily from fat quarters or fabric scraps in your stash bin. Whether you are looking to add a last-minute touch to your gifts or want to deck out your home in handmade flair, you'll love these cheery, whimsical projects: hanging hearts Christmas tree bunting fairy light shades gift bags card ribbons, snowflake garland, napkin rings, mantle edging, and so much more

If you want to discover the captivating history of Russia, then keep reading...Four captivating manuscripts in one book:Russian History: A Captivating Guide to the History of Russia, Including Events Such as the Mongol Invasion, the Napoleonic Invasion, Reforms of Peter the Great, the Fall of the Soviet Union, and MoreIvan the Terrible: A Captivating Guide to the First Tsar of Russia and His Impact on Russian HistoryThe Russian Revolution: A Captivating Guide to the February and October Revolutions and the Rise of the Soviet Union Led by Vladimir Lenin and the BolsheviksThe Cambridge Five: A Captivating Guide to the Russian Spies in Britain Who Passed Information to the Soviet Union During World War IIRussia, or the Russian Federation as it is officially known, is the world’s largest country and covers almost a sixth of the global landmass. The country is often associated with harsh climates and autocratic government. The shadow of communism and the Cold War continues to influence global attitudes towards Russia. This new captivating history book serves as an overview of Russian history over the span of more than a millennium, from the foundation of the Russian state by the Viking prince Rurik in 862 AD until the collapse of the Soviet Union at the end of 1991. Some of the topics covered in part 1 of this book include:The Foundation of RusThe Christianization of RusThe Fragmentation and Subjugation of RusThe Rise of MuscovyOverthrowing the Tatar yokeGathering the Russian LandsThe Birth of a DynastyThe Road to ReformImperial MajestyEnlightened DespotismReform and ReactionWar and RevolutionTerror and UpheavalThe Great Patriotic WarCold WarReform and CollapseAnd much, much more!Some of the topics covered in part 2 of this book include:Russia Before the First TsarA Lineage of HeroesThe Birth of an EmperorAssassinationBecoming TerribleThe Coronation of the First TsarAn Ambitious Young RulerBooks and CathedralsDeath in the FamilyBetrayalRevengeThe Failure of the OprichnikiTwo KillingsThe Legacy of Ivan “The Terrible”And much, much more!Some of the topics covered in part 3 of this book include:Twilight of the TsarsThe Midnight TrainDual PowerReturn from exileThe July DaysThe abortive coupTen Days that Shook the WorldPeace, Land, and BreadDefending the RevolutionSome of the topics covered in part 4 of this book include:The Undeniable Attraction of MarxismStudents of PrestigeAnthony Blunt: Teacher, Lover, RecruiterBurgess: A Mole Within the BBCMaclean and the Spanish Civil WarWorld War II: Espionage Between AlliesEnigma, Bombe, and ColossusEspionage and the Battle of KurskProject VenonaAllied Insurgents in AlbaniaThe Downfall of the Cambridge FiveAnd much, much more!So if you want to learn more about the history of Russia, click the "add to cart" button!

The hilarious, classic folksong about domestic rivalry is brought to life in this vibrantly illustrated picture book. Father Grumble believes he is more capable at performing household chores than his wife is. She agrees to go into the field to plow if he does her work at home and in the farmyard. Father Grumble encounters so many domestic challenges that he must confess it is more difficult to run a household than to plow a field. Based on the 15th-century "Ballad of a Tyrannical Husband," this delightful picture book includes a link to the downloadable song, "Father Grumble."

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.

Julia Long’s senior year is starting with an extra dose of crazy.First, there are the creepy dreams about bloody cult rituals. Then, her new classmate and crush, Southern charmer Graham, shows up in her nightmares as the sacrificial victim. And these dreams seem to be telling her she’s supposed to save him, when in real life she can barely talk to the guy.One thing’s for sure, Graham is mysterious. He and his sister are tight-lipped about their time in the south, and Julia suspects they’re on the run from something or someone. As her dreams intensify, Julia begins to manifest strange abilities, and when Graham is near, they kick into overdrive.There's no more denying it. Not only is Julia falling for Graham, but she has a magical connection to him. A connection that will put them both in mortal danger when Graham's dark past finally catches up with him. With love, magic, and adventure; fans of Stephenie Meyer's Twilight and Cassandra Clare's Mortal Instruments will love this suspenseful tale.