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214 pp.
| Phaidon
| November, 2018
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TradeISBN 978-0-7148-7772-3$24.95
(3)
4-6
This comprehensive guide provides aspiring astronomers and stargazers with a wealth of information about the constellations of both hemispheres. Readers will be tempted to jump right to constellation-searching but should start at the beginning for some contextual history and science. The illustrations are largely aqua and gold on navy backgrounds and have a neat retro aesthetic. Back matter includes extensive star maps. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.
120 pp.
| Phaidon
| May, 2016
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TradeISBN 978-0-7148-7143-1$19.95
(3)
K-3
Signal flags, the phonetic alphabet, Morse code, and semaphore are introduced and then explained in detail from A to Z; each flag appears on a double-sided page. With its clean, well-thought-out design; bold colors; and strong graphic illustrations, the book will appeal to boat lovers and code- and language enthusiasts alike. Further information is appended. Websites. Glos.
32 pp.
| Random
| December, 2015
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TradeISBN 978-0-553-51093-5$16.99
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LibraryISBN 978-0-375-97427-4$19.99
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EbookISBN 978-0-553-51094-2
(3)
PS
The texts for these attractive books give simple metaphorical tips for making a friends and cheering up--"don't let your friend get stuck in the weeds"; "go one stitch at a time"--while the illustrations show kids planting and nurturing a flower seed and sewing a fabric heart. For her pleasing compositions, Gillingham uses geometric shapes and patterns in springtime colors. Review covers these titles: How to Grow a Friend and How to Mend a Heart.
32 pp.
| Random
| January, 2015
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TradeISBN 978-0-385-37669-3$16.99
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LibraryISBN 978-0-375-97325-3$19.99
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EbookISBN 978-0-375-98216-3
(3)
PS
The texts for these attractive books give simple metaphorical tips for making a friends and cheering up--"don't let your friend get stuck in the weeds"; "go one stitch at a time"--while the illustrations show kids planting and nurturing a flower seed and sewing a fabric heart. For her pleasing compositions, Gillingham uses geometric shapes and patterns in springtime colors. Review covers these titles: How to Grow a Friend and How to Mend a Heart.