Caroline Young Knihy

Kniha, kterou držíš v ruce, není jen obyčejný obrázkový atlas zvířat. Najdeš v ní více než čtyři stovky živočišných druhů z celého světa. Při jejich hledání procestuješ – alespoň pomyslně - celý svět.

Jedinečná publikace, která přináší přehled módních směrů a stylů mladých lidí v uplynulých sto letech. V knize se dozvíte, jaké oblékání je typické pro každou subkulturu, ať jde o teddy boys, hippies nebo punk, a jaké jsou jeho kořeny. Sleduje vývoj od emancipovaných tanečnic charlestonu přes swingující mládež, mods, rockery, hippies, pankáče a vyznavače emo stylu až po novodobé hipstery. Cesta každého stylu je zmapována od počátečního impulzu po odkaz, který ovlivnil a stále ovlivňuje další módní styly.

Tato jednoduchá, roztomilá knížka pokrývá základní slovní zásobu, kterou by předškolní dítě již mělo znát. Funguje jako obrázkový slovník a je rozdělena do témat: tělo, dovednosti, oblečení, dům, předměty, průběh dne, město, potraviny, místa, lidé, pocity, smysly. V centru je vždy dítě samo a jevy, které jej bezprostředně obklopují. Dítě se tak učí poznávat a náležitě pojmenovávat to, co je pro něj doopravdy podstatné, z čeho se skládá jeho život a co naplňuje jeho den. Ilustrace napomáhají názornosti a přispívají ke snazšímu zapamatování zobrazených jevů a odpovídajících slovíček.

Všechny základní kaligrafické postupy jsou vysvětleny do detailu, takže se snadno naučí kaligraficky psát i začátečník. Tato knížka je totiž ideálním průvodce po tradičním a klasickém umění krásně a ozdobně psát, které se dodnes rozvíjí. Kniha se skládá ze dvou samostatných částí: 1. Kaligrafie 2. Kaligrafické projekty

The ups and downs of friendships and friendship groups, both on and offline. Friendships are of vital importance for all age-groups and good friendships go hand-in-hand with good mental health. But what is a friend, and why do we need them so much? This insightful guide explores how we can make friends, how we can keep them, what makes a good friend and whether we need best friends. It provides advice on recognizing fake and toxic friendships, surviving fall-outs and break-ups, and building resilience while successfully navigating the choppy waters around tribes, cliques, groups and gangs. There's also help for those coping with bullying and unkind behaviour, both on and offline.

From society belle in turn-of-the-century Seattle, to editor of Harper's Bazaar and lady of a vast Scottish Highland estate that borders Balmoral Castle, The Fabulous Frances Farquharson is the colourful biography of a charming, one-of-a-kind, and sartorially flamboyant woman.

The reader tries to spot hidden items in each illustration while learning more about the insect world.

This book has brain-teasing picture puzzles of animals to spot from many places.

Series: My first book about By Felicity Brooks What makes it rain? Where do penguins live? How many oceans are there? Young children can find the answers in this charming book and have fun adding stickers to the pages and doing puzzles too. Topics include weather, the seasons, rainforests, deserts, icy places and a world map, and there are internet links to websites with video clips and games. Also available as a hardback library edition with no stickers and with a contents page and index.

This lively, colourful book gives young writers lots of opportunities to try out different kinds of creative writing. Based around familiar scenarios such as friendship and days out, a group of friendly woodland animals invite children to help them write poems, letters, stories and more in an enjoyable, approachable way. Illustrations:Full colour throughout

Set against the backdrop of the windswept island of Anglesey, this narrative explores themes of second chances and the transformative power of love and friendship. It delves into the emotional journeys of its characters as they navigate their pasts and embrace new beginnings, ultimately highlighting the resilience of the human spirit.

With lots of practical advice, this lively, accessible guide explains how we can stay healthy. Covering everything from diet, exercise and hormones to mental health, hygiene and sleep, this is an essential book for young people and includes links to websites to find out more.

This themed vocabulary book has over 250 familiar words about food. Themes include fruit, vegetables and commodities in the kitchen, in the bakery and at home.

-- Step-by-step instructions explain basic techniques-- Helpful guidelines on correct equipment and materials

Telling stories drawn from across history, The Colour of Fashion delves into the significance of colour in dress, and explores how the symbolism has shifted over time.

Over 100 photographs of Audrey Hepburn's most iconic moments in Paris, from film stills and behind-the-scenes shots to candid images of her enjoying the city as a visitor. The book also includes a bespoke illustrated map showing her favourite spots.

Discover Burberry's original designs, seasonal adaptations and limited editions of their iconic coat. The book also takes a behind-the-scenes look at the craftsmanship, the preloved market and how to authenticate a Burberry.

Children learn more in their first two years than at any other time in their lives, so anyone caring for them has a vital role to play in helping them. This easy-to-use guide is filled with activities and play ideas for every stage of a child's development up to the age of 2 1/2.

Exploring the lives of iconic women from various eras, this book highlights figures such as Nell Gwyn, Josephine Baker, and the Kardashians, showcasing how they shaped societal perceptions of beauty, celebrity, and scandal. By examining their roles as muses and trendsetters, it reveals the cultural impact these women have had on the concept of the "It Girl," illustrating their influence on contemporary notions of femininity and fame.

The first book to fully explore the uniform and style of young people in the Second World War

The essential guide to pop's unstoppable megastar.

An alphabet runs along the bottom of every page, and the last page features the whole alphabet in upper and lower case. Ages 1+ years.

Ideal for children who are starting to use a dictionary. Over 500 everyday words -- Back cover.

Gabrielle ‘Coco’ Chanel was one of the most influential and ground-breaking fashion designers of the twentieth century. This beautifully illustrated biography tells her remarkable story in a unique and accessible way, examining how the homes and landscapes of her life relate to her work. From her childhood at the convent at Aubazine to her boutique and apartment on Rue Cambon in Paris and her villa, La Pausa, on the French Riveria, Chanel’s style was inspired and influenced by her environment. Emerging at a time that allowed women to be more independent, she designed clothes that let them be free. As she found fame, love and success, she used the memories of her past, and the way that she lived, to forge her own independence. Featuring designs, drawings, archive imagery and contemporary photography, Living with Coco Chanel provides a fascinating insight into Chanel’s life, work and legacy.

With big fold-out pages of bright illustrations, this book presents information on some of the biggest and most powerful machines ever made--from a bucket wheel excavator to a container ship with stacks of containers of international goods.

This is the 4,000-year-old history of the pearl, but also includes detailed practical information on collecting, buying and wearing pearls.

The first book to tell the glamorous story of Hollywood in Rome and the women who made it legendary

If Coco Chanel were to give a masterclass on design, creativity and attitude, what wisdom would she impart? Discover the life, work and legacy of Chanel in this sharply curated biography focusing on artistic spirit.Chanel’s ethos captured the imagination of post-war women, releasing them from the corseted silhouette and changing what we wore forever. But how did Chanel think? How did her experiences shape her creative career? And how was her no-holds-barred attitude reflected in her work?  What Coco Chanel Can Teach You About Fashion  breaks down Chanel's life and work into memorable maxims that epitomise her ground-breaking perspective – including Poverty Can Be Luxury, Rebel Against Your Rivals, Find Your Spirit Animal and Twist Textile Traditions. This book uncovers Chanel's creative approach, her inspirations, her business acumen and the details that make her designs so timeless.With pithy, illuminating text and inspirational photographs, learn something from Chanel and apply it to your own life, creativity and style. These are the things that really define what it means to be Chanel. Small and beautifully formed – if you like this, What Alexander McQueen Can Teach You About Fashion is also available. 

Set against a picturesque landscape, the story unfolds around an old farmhouse that serves as a symbol of hope and refuge. As the protagonist navigates the serene environment, the farmhouse stands out as a guiding light, suggesting themes of nostalgia and connection to the past. The imagery of the cliff and tussock grass evokes a sense of tranquility and beauty, hinting at a deeper exploration of the character's journey and the significance of place in her life.

Exploring the evolution of the 'Hag Horror' genre, the book delves into how iconic actresses like Bette Davis and Joan Crawford were transformed into grotesque figures, highlighting society's disdain for aging women. Caroline Young traces this genre's roots from classic films like Sunset Boulevard to the horror boom post-Psycho, examining titles such as Strait-Jacket and Rosemary's Baby. The narrative addresses fears surrounding feminism, the generational clash in Hollywood, and the often painful realities faced by aging stars once their leading roles faded.

The exploration of the 'Hag Horror' genre highlights the transformation of iconic actresses into grotesque figures, reflecting societal disdain for aging women in Hollywood. Caroline Young examines the roots of this genre, tracing its evolution from classic films like Sunset Boulevard to the horror boom post-Psycho. By analyzing titles such as Strait-Jacket and Rosemary's Baby, the book delves into themes of feminism, generational conflict, and the changing landscape of celebrity, revealing the often painful realities faced by aging stars.

Since 1952, the House of Chloé has epitomized whimsical, bohemian fashion with high-quality fabrics and lightweight designs. Founded by Gaby Aghion, it celebrates free-spirited femininity and elegance. Known for iconic items like the Paddington bag, it has a cult following and features renowned designers, captivating fashion enthusiasts globally.

Young writers can learn a range of writing skills with this fun activity book. Join a group of friendly animals at the fairground and design a ride, describe how to make an ice cream sundae and write a blog post about the big day out. The activities are presented in an approachable, engaging way and each focuses on a different writing skill.

This friendly wipe-clean book is filled with comprehension-based activities that allow children to practise understanding, analysing and interpreting different kinds of writing. Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school.

Join the princesses for a busy day around the castle, as they walk in the gardens, have a tea party, get ready for the ball and dance under glittering chandeliers. With over 200 stickers to choose from, children can use their creativity and imagination to complete each colourful scene.

With over 200 colourful stickers, busy scenes, and lots to talk about, there is plenty to keep children occupied for hours. Sticker books are brilliant for developing essential fine motor skills. They encourage creativity as children can carefully select stickers for each scene and choose where they go. The compact format makes this book perfect for holidays or travel but over 200 stickers ensure hours of entertainment. Text prompts help improve vocabulary, key features are simply described and a huge variety of different flowers are introduced.

Ballet is a perenially popular subject; the wonderful music, stunning outfits and graceful dancers combining to create a magical, fairytale world. Discover the world of ballet in this simple sticker book for young children. Stylish sets and flamboyant costumes provide a dramatic background for the sticker ballerinas. There are over 150 stickers to add -- a fun way for helping children to develop their manual dexterity.

Butterflies, dragonflies, caterpillars, spiders - the world is full of amazing bugs of all shapes and sizes. Find out which ones live in jungles, deserts, swamps and gardens by adding over 170 stickers to the colourful scenes in this book. Includes simple facts, the names of all the bugs and links to recommended websites to find out more.

A lively and dynamic introduction to the periodic table, an essential topic to grasp when studying chemistry. Learn what the periodic table is, how it is used, what each element is made of and more in this entertaining information book, with over 125 flaps to lift.

Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school, this entertaining book is filled with prefix and suffix related activities, including giving words opposite meanings, adding word endings and using apostrophes.

Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school, this book is filled with activities that help children write lists, choose words to complete a story, add speech bubbles to a comic strip and more. Wipe-clean pages offer endless practice, and answers and secret notes for grown-ups are at the back.

This beautifully illustrated book is packed with woodland scenes to decorate and fill with deer, foxes, squirrels, badgers and more woodland creatures. Children can use the stickers to bring each page to life.

This wipe-clean book is filled with comprehension-based activities that allow children to practise understanding, analysing and interpreting different kinds of writing. Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school.

Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school, this entertaining book is filled with activities that give young writers lots of opportunities to practise creative writing in a variety of different ways, including story planning and creating characters. Wipe-clean pages offer endless practice.

Part of the Usborne Key Skills series that supports the English lessons children learn at school, this book is filled with activities that use basic comprehension skills to understand written English including stories, poems, instructions and more. Wipe-clean pages offer endless practice, and answers and secret notes for grown-ups are at the back.

Wildflowers are not only beautiful, they are of vital importance in providing food for bees and other pollinators. And they are found everywhere - in meadows, woodlands, jungles, mountains, deserts, grasslands and even in towns and cities. This fabulously illustrated book showcases dozens of different species with over 120 flower and insect stickers to add to the delightful scenes. Each is carefully labelled to help you differentiate cornflowers from corn cockles and poppies from primroses.

Over 1,000 words illustrated and defined. Delightful illustrations and clear definitions combine to make this the ideal first dictionary for young children. Words are shown in context to help children understand how they are used, and colourful alphabet strips along the edges of the pages aid navigation. There's also user-friendly information on how to use a dictionary, simple explanations of word classes, and plenty of tips on grammar and spelling.

Guided by friendly jungle animals, children can develop their comprehension skills through a variety of enjoyable activities. This workbook will build confidence in reading and writing, including writing a letter, story or summary, and finding information in a text.

The enjoyable and accessible activities in this workbook help children develop comprehension and writing skills, from understanding recipes, lists, diaries, poems and posters to interpreting instructions and using information books. Friendly animal characters illustrated by talented Italian artist Elisa Paganelli gently guide children through each task.

FashionQuake presents fashion's most disruptive, rebellious and ground-breaking moments. This is what happens when fashion designers take tradition and rip it up.

From a dusty desert to the deep blue sea, discover wonders of nature from all over the world in this inviting sticker book. Children will love filling each vibrant scene with animals, plants and bugs. With over 140 stickers, there's plenty to talk about and lots of new words to learn. Sticker books are excellent for keeping curious kids entertained, while also helping to develop their fine motor skills and vocabulary.

Helping teens to be their best happy, healthy selves - both physically and mentally. The teenage years can be a turbulent time, and managing the pressures of school, friendships, puberty and family life is tricky for many young people. This book takes an honest look at some of these issues, and offers plenty of tips and suggestions to help teenagers cope with anxiety and stress. Many aspects of self-care are explored, including eating well, sleeping enough, doing things you enjoy and socializing. There's guidance for managing social media too, and a 'happy, healthy life plan' to take forward. In a time of many pressures on young people, this book offers both insight, and sound friendly advice.

Children can add the cute cats and kittens to settings such as a farm, a vets and a cat café to bring each scene to life. The gorgeous stickers show a wide variety of cat breeds from fluffy Persians to sleek Siamese, all shown playing, snoozing and feeding and generally enjoying being the furry stars of every page.

A workbook bursting with fun activities to help improve comprehension skills.With the help of Peck the woodpecker and a host of forest friends, children can develop their comprehension skills. The activities in this book build confidence in reading and understanding written English, including stories, poems, adverts, instructions and letters. Beautifully illustrated by Magda Brol.

This book offers plenty of opportunity for young writers to practise different styles of creative writing. All activities are accessible, and many are based on familiar themes such as home and friends. A book to increase children's confidence both with words, and with writing. The bright, friendly jungle animals make the writing activities inviting and fun. Young writers can practise a range of writing skills, including story planning, creating characters, writing a play, a poem, and a diary entry. The wipe-clean format encourages re-drafting and experimentation. Supports the school curriculum - a wide variety of writing styles are introduced, and reinforced and a practice page and notes for grown-ups inside a gatefold ensure readers get the most from these books. Part of the hugely successful Usborne Wipe-clean series, the Key Skills titles teach children the basics of a variety of Maths and English topics, including times tables, fractions, grammar and punctuation. Comes with a special wipe-clean pen which is very satisfying to write with, and easy to wipe off the shiny pages so young writers are encouraged to re-draft, which is an essential part of the writing process.

KINDER LIEBEN BAUSTELLEN UND MASCHINEN Wie tief kann ein Bagger graben? Warum hat ein Traktor so große Räder? Wofür braucht man einen Lastwagen? Diese und viele andere Kinderfragen beantwortet dieses Buch. Die meisten Kinder sind fasziniert von großen Maschinen. Wofür sie da sind und wie sie funktionieren, wird hier anhand von interessanten Illustrationen und kurzen, kindgerechten Texten erklärt. • Aufwändige, lebensechte Illustrationen • Kurzer, kindgerechter, sehr informativer Text • Zum Anschauen und Vorlesen bereits für Kinder ab 3 Jahren

Eine Geschichte der Architektur von den ersten steinzeitlichen Hütten bis zu modernsten Bauwerken aus Stahl und Beton, dargestellt in Bild (von C. King) und Wort. (ab 10).

Kaligrafia je umelecké písmomaliarstvo alebo umenie krásne a ozdobne písať. Základné postupy pisárov a neskôr písmomaliarov sa po stáročia nemenili. Tu sa dočítate, ako sa umenie písať postupne vyvíjalo a ako možno niektoré z dávnych typov písma napodobniť. Obsah: Čo je to kaligrafia ? Začíname, Plniace a ručné perá, Veľké písmená, Minuskuly/malé písmená/, Vzhľad písma, Grafická úprava strany-grafika, Gotické písmo, Italika, Verzály/veľké písmená/, Iluminácie a ozdoby, Vizitky, ozdobné kartičky a darčeky, Čínska kaligrafia, Špeciálne pomôcky, Upravte typ písma, Kaligrafia a farby, Šablóny a tieňovanie, Vtlačované a vyrývané nápisy /reliéfy/, Kaligrafia ako povolanie, Okopírujte abecedu, Číslice, znaky a vetné znamienka, Slovník, Užitočné informácie.

Sticker für Sticker den Garten entdecken Sticker für Sticker den Garten entdecken Mit über 250 Stickern kannst du den Teich, das Blumenbeet oder den Gemüsegarten mit Tieren und Pflanzen beleben. Lass es sprießen, kriechen und krabbeln. Viel Spaß beim Gestalten der bunten Szenen!