Books published by publisher Universal

In the tradition of Peterson's ABC of Birds follows Peterson's Numbers, the most recent delightful book for little bird watchers from author and designer Rudy Hoglund. Charmingly illustrated with paintings by Roger Tory Peterson, legendary bird authority and artist, this book will not only help young children learn their colors, but also foster interest in birds and nature.Teaching children the importance of their part in the natural world has always been paramount in the career of Dr. Peterson. He provided leadership in the founding of the Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History, whose primary mission is to provide educational programs to schools throughout the nation.Recognizing birds as part of a child's life is a fun way to become acquainted with nature. We hope you enjoy Roger Tory Peterson's Numbers.

Any girl who has watched the Olympics has fantasized about becoming the next Sarah Hughes or Michelle Kwan, donning a pair of skates, spinning through the air, and landing with a perfect flourish. The perfect gift for any young girl who loves to ice skate, Becoming a Figure Skater follows a promising young skater as she trains to become a champion.From learning the difference between a triple lutz and a triple flip, to taking the reader through the mental challenge of competition, Becoming a Figure Skater explores the combination of talent, hard work, and determination required to become a great skater. Photographed by Nancy Ellison at the Ice House in Hackensack, New Jersey-where 2002 Olympic gold medalist Sarah Hughes trained-Becoming a Figure Skater will entrance young figure skaters with chapters on jumping, choreography, performance skills, and costumes. The must-have book for every young ice skater! Any girl who has watched the Olympics has fantasized about becoming the next Sarah Hughes or Michelle Kwan, donning a pair of skates, spinning through the air, and landing with a perfect flourish. The perfect gift for any young girl who loves to ice skate, Becoming a Figure Skater follows a promising young skater as she trains to become a champion.From learning the difference between a triple lutz and a triple flip, to taking the reader through the mental challenge of competition, Becoming a Figure Skater explores the combination of talent, hard work, and determination required to become a great skater. Photographed by Nancy Ellison at the Ice House in Hackensack, New Jersey-where 2002 Olympic gold medalist Sarah Hughes trained-Becoming a Figure Skater will entrance young figure skaters with chapters on jumping, choreography, performance skills, and costumes. The must-have book for every young ice skater!

Our author Manuel Hilleke has compiled eleven groove-based original compositions and arrangements for professional section and solo playing. Based on simple song forms, you can try yourself in different styles such as jazz, funk, rock 'n' roll, reggae and so on. Valuable playing guides, graphical instructions for phrasing and articulation as well as exercises for improvisation support you in doing so.The enclosed MP3-CD provides the authentic band experience. It was recorded live by professional studio musicians and contain a full version of each piece with trumpets, trombones, saxophones, sousaphon and drums. First, get inspiration from the full version. After that, play the solo to the play along!Contents: Hilleke Manuel: Bourbon Street ParadeHilleke Manuel: Creole BluesHilleke Manuel: Last RideHilleke Manuel: Happy Hour KingHilleke Manuel: Cooper's BoogalooHilleke Manuel: Weeping Willow WaltzHilleke Manuel: A Shot for BobHilleke Manuel: The Old MariachiGreek Traditional: MisirlouHilleke Manuel: Reggae for JudyHill Mildred J. and Hill Patty: Happy Birthday to You Publisher ID: UE36417 Format: Book & CD

Martin Tourish is an accordion specialist from Ireland whose own history is steeped in the tradition of Celtic Music. in his ground-breaking publication "CELTIC”, he explored, in arrangements for solo, standard-bass accordion, music from Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Cornwall and Brittany. In this new book, he opens the world of Celtic music to flautists who can explore this music in equal partnership with an accordion player. He offers his expert insight into no less than thirteen pieces in accessible arrangements for intermediate players.

When orphaned Mary Lennox, lonely and sad, comes to live at her uncle's great house on the Yorkshire moors, she finds it full of secrets. At night, she hears the sound of crying down one of the long corridors. Outside, she meets Dickon, a magical boy who can charm and talk to animals. Then, one day, with the help of a friendly robin, Mary discovers the most mysterious wonder of all -- a secret garden, walled and locked, which has been completely forgotten for years and years. Is everything in the garden dead, or can Mary bring it back to life?