chronicle books jun 2021 (16 Ergebnisse)

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The perfect baby present and self-purchase for just the right moment in a baby and parent's life.Introducing Beginning Baby, a new line of novelty board books and gifts from the Chronicle Children's group. Based on over 30 years of distinctive, innovative, bestselling, and award-winning children's publishing, Beginning Baby is the ultimate series for new parents and their children. We've taken our experience as creative professionals, moms, dads, aunts, uncles, siblings, and friends to create a line of books and gifts that we would want to share with the little ones in our lives. Every Beginning Baby book, toy, or game features simple icons to denote which developmental milestones it supports, along with the intended age range. With its distinctive yet accessible art, lovable characters, and educational concepts, Beginning Baby is designed to make growing and learning as easy as playing and dreamingand will become the must-have gift or self-purchase for every baby's first library. Because a strong beginning sets the groundwork for a bright start!Smile, Baby!'s playful text introduces babies to their faces and asks them to find their nose, ears, and eyes in the embedded mirror. DEVELOPMENTALLY APPROPRIATE: Every book is conceived and written to address milestones in a baby's life, from fine motor skills to shape recognition and emotional awareness. TEACHES PARTS OF THE FACE AND MOTOR CONTROL: Using the embedded mirror, parents and babies can find different parts of the face and touch their noses, pat their cheeks, and blow baby a kiss. CUTE CHARACTERS: Evoking Richard Scarry's classic characters but for much younger readers, these adorable charactersfrom an artistic llama to a musical elephant and gardener octopusteach toddler concepts while promoting socialization and community. BEAUTIFULLY DESIGNED FOR DISCERNING EYES: Bright, peppy colors and patterns make this series of books attractive for both babies and adults! MORE TITLES COMING: Beginning Baby will launch with 3 titles and publish 23 titles per season through 2022.Perfect for: Parents of babies and toddlers Grandparents Uncles and aunts Teachers and educators at daycare and early childhood centers Anyone looking for the perfect baby shower gift.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A celebration of these out-and-proud LGBTQ legends and their furry feline friends'.

Taschenbuch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Here is everything you need to know about getting into oil paintingand maintaining a safe, solvent-free oil painting practicein a slim, sophisticated guide.Oil painting is an exciting and adventurous medium, but aspiring artists can feel daunted by complex setups and the thought of using harsh chemicals. All of that changes now. The New Oil Painting walks you step-by-step through oil painting fundamentalswhich materials you actually need, how to mix paint, how to set up your painting spaceand, most revolutionary of all, how to eliminate harmful solvents from your work and replace them with safe, effective substitutes. This instructional handbook is organized into chapters with helpful diagrams throughout illustrating various techniques and tools. Whether you're a true beginner or have been painting with oils for years, you will find that this book has everything you need to build a new, thriving, toxin-free practice. UNIQUE APPROACH: Not only does this book help aspiring artists build a repertoire of skills and materials, it also offers all artists, regardless of their experience levels, methods for eliminating solvents and other toxic substances from their oil painting practices. What was once a dangerous pastime is now a guilt-free, health-conscious, and rewarding activity. And using safe, nontoxic materials is better for the environment! LONG-TERM USE: Good art instruction can deliver over a long period of time, and this handy guide is no exception. Along with being able to use this as an entryway into oil painting, you can also use it for reference or reread sections when you need a brushup. EXPERT AUTHOR WITH IMPRESSIVE CREDENTIALS: Painter Kimberly Brooks was the founding arts editor at Huffington Post. As a painter, she exhibits her work frequently throughout the United States and was a featured artist with the National Endowment for the Arts. She has led oil painting workshops, and now she shares her vast knowledge of the subject in this accessible and comprehensive handbook.Perfect for: Artists and art aspirants interested in exploring a new medium Experienced oil painters looking to eliminate solvents from their practices Painting students and teachers.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - An essential sourcebook of prints from a key fashion decade. The 1950s was the decade when an analytical approach to design, with a lightness and freshness, combined with whimsical imagery and idiosyncratic subject matter. Showcasing hundreds of print designs, this book celebrates the heyday of postwar fashion design. From Lucienne Day and Robert Stewart to Maija Isola of Marimekko, the designs and influences of the print icons of the time are all covered. In addition to finished prints, the book contains exclusive illustrations and original artworks. The major themes of the period are explored, including: narrative and novelty; abstraction, exploring the distorted and attenuated forms used in print; artistic licence and the influence of contemporary art on fashion print; and finally kinetic prints that capture the influence of the era's 'mobiles, doodles and spasms'. Each short chapter introduction is followed by a range of illustrations with captions to give provenance and relevance, making this a unique sourcebook for contemporary designers and students.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'Visualizing Nature brings together contemporary visionaries to share deeply personal essays on nature, ecology, sustainability, climate change, philosophy, and more'.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Are you a Sensitive Striver Learn how to get out of your own way and rediscover your sensitivity as a superpower.___ Highly sensitive and high performing ___ Need time to think through decisions before you act ___ Judge yourself harshly when you make mistakes ___ Take feedback and criticism personally ___ Find it difficult to set boundaries It's time to Trust Yourself.Being highly attuned to your emotions, your environment, and thebehavior of others can be the keys to success, but they can also lead tooverthinking everything and burnout. Human behavior expert andexecutive coach Melody Wilding, LMSW has spent the past ten yearsworking with Sensitive Strivers like you. In this groundbreaking bookshe draws on decades of research and client work to examine theintersection of sensitivity and achievement in the workplace and offerneuroscience-based strategies you can use to reclaim control of yourlife and reach your full potential.Trust Yourself offersconcrete steps to help you break free from stress, perfectionism, andself-doubt so you can find the confidence to work and lead effectively.You will learn how to: Achieve confidence and overcome imposter syndrome. Find your voice to speak and act with assertiveness. Build resilience and bounce back from setbacks. Enjoy your success without sacrificing your well-being.If you're an empathetic, driven person trying to navigate your career and learn how to believe in yourself in the process, Trust Yourself offers the mindset and tools to set you on the path to personal and professional fulfillment.The perfect book for: Those who overthink, struggle to set boundaries, or suffer from burnout Coaches and coaching clients Entry-level workers, middle managers, executive level and above Anyone who identifies as highly sensitive.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - From beloved American heritage brand Pendleton comes this collection of family-friendly tales of adventure and discovery in the wilderness.This captivating collection of campfire stories is the perfect companion for anyone who enjoys the outdoors.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Through Florence Knoll's work at Knoll Associates, the company where she acted as designer and director from 1946 to 1965, Knoll became a major protagonist of modernist design. She commissioned some of the most iconic pieces of furniture of the twentieth century. She was also an accomplished furniture designer herself, having created classics such as the Parallel Bar Collection, still in production. It was however through her work in interiors that Knoll excelled the most.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -'A collection of the behind-the-scenes artwork of the upcoming Pixar film, Luca'Libri GmbH, Europaallee 1, 36244 Bad Hersfeld 176 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'A collection of the behind-the-scenes artwork of the upcoming Pixar film, Luca'.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - 'First published in the United Kingdom by Michael Joseph, an imprint of Penguin Books, in 2020'--Copyright page.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Salcedo, Eric (illustrator). Neuware - Little piggies at a party are always polite!Three little pigs are on their way to a party, and little readers are invited to come along! Open the book's cover to welcome the little piggies into the festivities, then join in the fun of their friend's special day! From wrapping presents to playing games, these polite little pigs are on their best behavior, although they just can't wait to dig into that cake!This novelty board book follow-up to Pigs in a Blanket and Pigs in a Pickle packs educational and play appeal in addition to teaching valuable social skills. Paired with an accessible, kid-friendly art style and a strong, age-appropriate theme, this engaging and interactive book will resonate with a wide range of readers. GO-TO GIFT: This board book makes an ideal, age-appropriate gift for toddlers, thanks to the cute, relatable illustrations and the enduring early concept appeal of both parties/celebrations and minding your manners. MANNERS MATTER: This sweet rhyming story sets a shining example of good behavior for young children, from not playing too rough to cleaning up when you make a messall in the context of a universally exciting event: a child's first party! EXTENDS THE LITTLE PIG SERIES: This adorable and engaging board book will build on the success of its predecessors, the novelty book Pigs in a Blanket and its follow-up, Pigs in a Pickle. What will these adorable pigs get into next !Perfect for: Parents looking for interactive board books Parents looking for rhyming board books Parents looking for a book about manners for young children Fans of cute pigs Anyone looking for a cute and clever baby shower gift or birthday present.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Business of Design debunks the myth that business sense and creative talent are mutually exclusive, showing design professionals that they can pursue their passion and turn a profit. For nearly thirty years, consultant Keith Granet has helped designers create successful businesses, from branding to billing and everything in between. Unlike other business books, The Business of Design is written and illustrated to speak to a visually thinking audience. The book covers all aspects of running a successful design business, including human resources, client management, product development, marketing, and licensing. This timely update on the tenth anniversary of the first edition includes new content on social media, working from home, and understanding and working with different generations, essential tools in today's ultracompetitive marketplace.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - The Ocean: A Handbook is a treasure trove of information and inspiration for anyone with an abiding love for the ocean.This beautiful book features short-subject deep dives on topics like science, sailing, kayaking, surfing, diving, survival, and much more. From experienced seafarers to ocean novices,for those about to ride their first wave, stand-up paddle on a dive,find a simple 'one pan' galley recipe, or identify a bird that landed onthe bow, The Ocean is rich with how-to advice and instruction.- Features expert consultation and entertaining asides about the sea- Filled with more than 200 informative and evocative illustrations- A compilation of miscellany and delight for the ocean loverIn The Ocean, a sense of respect and wonder for the ocean come together under a foil-stamped and textured cover. This handsomely packaged volume is the go-to guide for anyone captivated by the wonder, power, and mystery of the sea.- An entertaining, authoritative, and captivating guide to all activities involving the sea- The ultimate gift book for sailors, fishers, surfers, beachcombers, and ocean lovers everywhere-Perfect for people who live in coastal areas, those who love the ocean,sailing, and ships, and anyone captivated by the power and mystery ofthe sea- Add it to the shelf with books like SAS Survival Handbook by John Wiseman, Dangerous Book for Boys by Conn Iggulden, and Cabin Porn by Beaver Brook.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware -'A collection of the behind-the-scenes artwork of the upcoming Pixar film, Luca' 176 pp. Englisch.

Buch. Zustand: Neu. Neuware - Part of the bestselling TouchThinkLearn series!TouchThinkLearn: Feelings is a tactile board book with scooped-out die-cuts and raised elements that invites little readers to explore a range of emotionsfrom joy to angerin a hands-on way. Made in the landmark TouchThinkLearn formatover 850,000 copies sold in the series Dynamic, tactile features make learning essential concepts fun and engaging Clusters of related words on each spread offer caregivers a springboard for conversations that foster language developmentTouchThinkLearn: Feelings' inviting interactive format makes it a go-to book for introducing toddlers to a world of many emotions. Ideal for children ages 2 to 4 years old Perfect gift for baby showers, birthdays, holidays, and more Rich interactive story time full of learning and enjoyment.