Author: Arlo Lorenz
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997846621
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A children's book about inclusion and adoption. Upon finding an egg, a family of ducks take in a baby goose adopting him as their own. The little goose discovers love, and a sense of self through the process. Upon finding love, he reciprocates and provides that love freely for others. This book was inspired by my adoption, and is dedicated to Dad. Because this is a viewpoint from personal experience it's relatable for young people who are going through the struggles of defining family. I remember those years all too well, and found it difficult to express my own identity. This book is meant to address that in a cheerful, and meaningful way.
Duck Duck Grey Duck
Author: Arlo Lorenz
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997846621
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A children's book about inclusion and adoption. Upon finding an egg, a family of ducks take in a baby goose adopting him as their own. The little goose discovers love, and a sense of self through the process. Upon finding love, he reciprocates and provides that love freely for others. This book was inspired by my adoption, and is dedicated to Dad. Because this is a viewpoint from personal experience it's relatable for young people who are going through the struggles of defining family. I remember those years all too well, and found it difficult to express my own identity. This book is meant to address that in a cheerful, and meaningful way.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780997846621
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :
Book Description
A children's book about inclusion and adoption. Upon finding an egg, a family of ducks take in a baby goose adopting him as their own. The little goose discovers love, and a sense of self through the process. Upon finding love, he reciprocates and provides that love freely for others. This book was inspired by my adoption, and is dedicated to Dad. Because this is a viewpoint from personal experience it's relatable for young people who are going through the struggles of defining family. I remember those years all too well, and found it difficult to express my own identity. This book is meant to address that in a cheerful, and meaningful way.
Duck, Duck, Moose!
Author: Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1484717384
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A charming and humorous board book from Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Noah Z Jones! Duck and Duck are preparing for a party, and each step of the way, Moose inadvertently messes things up. When he disappears in shame, Duck and Duck must go find him so he can join in the party -- which was for him! The slapstick physical humor of Duck, Duck, Moose will have little ones overcome with the giggles.
Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
ISBN: 1484717384
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 34
Book Description
A charming and humorous board book from Sudipta Bardhan-Quallen and Noah Z Jones! Duck and Duck are preparing for a party, and each step of the way, Moose inadvertently messes things up. When he disappears in shame, Duck and Duck must go find him so he can join in the party -- which was for him! The slapstick physical humor of Duck, Duck, Moose will have little ones overcome with the giggles.
The Emu
The Ducks, Geese and Swans of North America
Author: Francis H. Kortright
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Anatidae
Languages : en
Pages : 498
Book Description
The Right to Movement
Author: David Stewart
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9781850005261
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
The author has acquired from the physiotherapist a layman's knowledge of the components of efficient motor function and, from the perspective of recent teaching experience, has developed programmes of activities for children with delayed motor development.
Publisher: Psychology Press
ISBN: 9781850005261
Category : Education
Languages : en
Pages : 188
Book Description
The author has acquired from the physiotherapist a layman's knowledge of the components of efficient motor function and, from the perspective of recent teaching experience, has developed programmes of activities for children with delayed motor development.
A Duck from Oregon Tries to Fly!
Author: The Duck
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733430401
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Sometimes ducks fly. Sometimes ducks don't. This Duck from Oregon recounts the thrilling tale of the day he attempted to take to the skies. A story of triumph in the face of adversity, this tale is inspiring to all ages.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781733430401
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 64
Book Description
Sometimes ducks fly. Sometimes ducks don't. This Duck from Oregon recounts the thrilling tale of the day he attempted to take to the skies. A story of triumph in the face of adversity, this tale is inspiring to all ages.
Introducing Python
Author: Bill Lubanovic
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
ISBN: 1449361196
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 483
Book Description
Annotation With 'Introducing Python', Bill Lubanovic brings years of knowledge as a programmer, system administrator and author to a book of impressive depth that's fun to read and simple enough for non-programmers to use. Along with providing a strong foundation in the language itself, Lubanovic shows you how to use Python for a range of applications in business, science and the arts, drawing on the rich collection of open source packages developed by Python fans.
Publisher: "O'Reilly Media, Inc."
ISBN: 1449361196
Category : Computers
Languages : en
Pages : 483
Book Description
Annotation With 'Introducing Python', Bill Lubanovic brings years of knowledge as a programmer, system administrator and author to a book of impressive depth that's fun to read and simple enough for non-programmers to use. Along with providing a strong foundation in the language itself, Lubanovic shows you how to use Python for a range of applications in business, science and the arts, drawing on the rich collection of open source packages developed by Python fans.
The Antarctic Dictionary
Author: Bernadette Hince
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643102329
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
The world’s most isolated continent has spawned some of the most unusual words in the English language. In the space of a mere century, a remarkable vocabulary has evolved to deal with the extraordinary environment and living organisms of the Antarctic and subantarctic. Here, for the first time, is a complete guide to the origin and definitions of Antarctic words. Like other historical dictionaries, The Antarctic Dictionary gives the reader quotations for each word. These quotations are the life-blood of the dictionary — more than 15 000 quotations from about 1000 different sources give the reader a unique insight into the way the language of Antarctica has evolved. The reader will find out what it means to be slotted, the shortcomings of homers, the joys of a donga and the hazards of a growler. The Antarctic Dictionary has been meticulously researched, and will appeal to all those who have been to the frozen continent or have ever dreamed of going there. It will also appeal to those fascinated by the development of language. With a forward by Sir Ranulph Fiennes.
Publisher: CSIRO PUBLISHING
ISBN: 0643102329
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 416
Book Description
The world’s most isolated continent has spawned some of the most unusual words in the English language. In the space of a mere century, a remarkable vocabulary has evolved to deal with the extraordinary environment and living organisms of the Antarctic and subantarctic. Here, for the first time, is a complete guide to the origin and definitions of Antarctic words. Like other historical dictionaries, The Antarctic Dictionary gives the reader quotations for each word. These quotations are the life-blood of the dictionary — more than 15 000 quotations from about 1000 different sources give the reader a unique insight into the way the language of Antarctica has evolved. The reader will find out what it means to be slotted, the shortcomings of homers, the joys of a donga and the hazards of a growler. The Antarctic Dictionary has been meticulously researched, and will appeal to all those who have been to the frozen continent or have ever dreamed of going there. It will also appeal to those fascinated by the development of language. With a forward by Sir Ranulph Fiennes.
Textile World and Industrial Record
The Illustrated Guide to Ducks and Geese and Other Domestic Fowl
Author: Celia Lewis
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472906462
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Covering 65 domestic breeds of ducks, geese, guineafowl, quail, turkeys and peafowl, the book gives an insight into the individual personalities and attributes of each kind of bird. With just a little land and available water, you can raise a variety of domestic fowl, from friendly ducks and characterful geese to guineafowl, dainty quail, placid turkeys or even peafowl. Illustrated with the author's charming watercolour paintings, this book is packed with practical tips on keeping domestic fowl and selecting the right breed for your circumstances. The breed profiles are written in engaging text and include the history and place of origin, colour combinations, differences between male and female birds, the appearance of hatchlings and the numbers of eggs to expect. As well as selecting an appropriate breed, you need to consider your neighbours, the kinds of bird you can and should keep, whether you want them for eggs or as pets, and whether you want to breed them. The book offers helpful advice on all these issues and also on housing, the provision of water, feeding and the noise and impact your birds will have, as well as preventing and treating common ailments. Whether you are starting out as a smallholder, are interested in raising a few ducks or geese in a suburban or rural setting, or are simply a devotee of domestic fowl there is plenty to captivate you in this book.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
ISBN: 1472906462
Category : Pets
Languages : en
Pages : 300
Book Description
Covering 65 domestic breeds of ducks, geese, guineafowl, quail, turkeys and peafowl, the book gives an insight into the individual personalities and attributes of each kind of bird. With just a little land and available water, you can raise a variety of domestic fowl, from friendly ducks and characterful geese to guineafowl, dainty quail, placid turkeys or even peafowl. Illustrated with the author's charming watercolour paintings, this book is packed with practical tips on keeping domestic fowl and selecting the right breed for your circumstances. The breed profiles are written in engaging text and include the history and place of origin, colour combinations, differences between male and female birds, the appearance of hatchlings and the numbers of eggs to expect. As well as selecting an appropriate breed, you need to consider your neighbours, the kinds of bird you can and should keep, whether you want them for eggs or as pets, and whether you want to breed them. The book offers helpful advice on all these issues and also on housing, the provision of water, feeding and the noise and impact your birds will have, as well as preventing and treating common ailments. Whether you are starting out as a smallholder, are interested in raising a few ducks or geese in a suburban or rural setting, or are simply a devotee of domestic fowl there is plenty to captivate you in this book.