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#39 – Earth Matters – An Encyclopedia of Ecology – David De Rothschild

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With a biome-by-biome structure that mirrors Mother Nature’s own design, Earth Matters is a celebration of our fragile Earth, a warning to protect it, and an inspiring source book full of ideas for making a positive change.

A family encyclopedia, Earth Matters celebrates our incredible world from the Arctic to the Amazon.

It explores our planet’s habitats, examines how climate change effects the animals and plants that live in each one, and advises on the positive practical things we can do to help! - Publishers Website, Back Cover

Did you know that one person can make all the difference when helping to protect our fragile planet ?Just imagine if that one person recruited another and so on !

If only we were the change we all wished to see in the world – We could and would change it for the better.

If everyone made a conscious decision to change just one thing – either by understanding, being motivated  and committed,  we would achieve what all of the scientists are saying now, or at least have the planet last just a bit longer.

This book includes absolutely everything you will ever want to know about the earth’s ecology.  From glaciers to the largest mountains to the bottom of the deepest sea.  With full colour photographs, facts which I have to say are very easily understandable.

What is it you are waiting for?  Let’s change our ways and help our planet live a bit longer so other generations will be able to experience its beauty and awe.

So in honour of Earth Day that is tomorrow do something for the Earth !

#38 – Home Herbal – Cook, Brew, and Blend Your Own Herbs – DK Publishing

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Recommending herbs for both well-being and minor ailments, featuring an A-Z directory of 100 key herbs, and with information on how to grow, harvest, prepare, and use them, Home Herbal offers a wealth of practical advice on the medicinal, cleaning, and consumptive uses of herbs, with the emphasis on what anyone can achieve in their garden and kitchen.

Use the directory of the key medicinal herbs to discover what each herb can treat, how to harvest and grow it.  How to use it to make a remedy, how to apply it – with detailed dosage advise.

Follow the step-by-step photographic demonstrations and recipes to make creams, bath soaks, face masks, soaps, and a hugs variety of homemade remedies in your own kitchen.

Eat to heal with over 70 recipes for herbal teas, tinctures, smoothies, salads, and soups. – Publishers Website and Back Cover

I looked at this for the better part of the weekend and I absolutely fell in love with the book.  Nowadays, more and more people are going back in time to what they used to do in the old days – things that we take for granted today, how we get them, etc.  This book changes that – by going back to what used to be, we are going back to nature – using what is natural instead of just popping a pill that the doctor gave us.  As I type this, I too want to go back in time and use some of these herbs to try to see if it does really work.

I have to really point this out – PLEASE USE CAUTION !

Some of these herbs can make you quite ill, so please only see your doctor if you are already on medication, pregnant, or a qualified herbalist to make sure that you are doing it correctly.  Some of these herbs can make you really ill if taken improperly.

You probably use herbs on your day-to-day life – herbal teas, shampoos, creams, etc., have started making their way back into being “fashionable” once again.  But, really I think it shouldn’t have gone out of fashion.  We pay for expensive items already.  This is a great way of going natural and saving money.

I think that these books are also a great companion to this one – The Cook’s Herb Garden and Grow Herbs

Who is with me ?

#37 – Express Housekeeping – Anna Shepard

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Do you dream of being a domestic goddess but the reality is more of a domestic disaster?

Don’t Despair! Express Housekeeping shows you how to blitz your home in no time at all.

From cleaning and laundry to stain removal and de-cluttering, time-saving techniques are shown step-by-step – and in timed units.

Checklists highlight the essential jobs to do, as well as what not to do.

Shows you how to put together essentials kits for the kitchen and bathroom, for organizing, ironing, and natural cleaning. – Back Cover

I was going through this book on the weekend and the thought dawned on me, this wold be a great book for those that are moving away from home for the first time – college, or even having a new addition to your family.

It is packed with everything you need to know about all aspects of cleaning fast – even ironing!  There are also tips on how to use natural ways of doing it, without harming the environment.

It does have everything and more.  So, guys, if you are reading this, don’t be deterred from all of the pink on the cover, it isn’t only for the girls, it relates to guys as well ! Even with all of our busy lives, there never seems to be enough time in the day, so this book will appeal to everyone that wants or needs to gain some more time in our everyday lives.

 

 

#30 – The New Encyclopedia of the Dog – The Definitive Visual Guide – Dr. Bruce Fogle

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With detailed descriptions of more than 420 breeds and varieties of dogs from around the world, an entertaining look at canines throughout history, and invaluable practical advice,  The New Encyclopedia of the Dog is the most comprehensive exploration of the canine world ever published.

Visual Breed Guide:  Specially commissioned, full-color photographs bring to life the delightful variety of the canine community.

In these pages, you will find not only familiar breeds such as the Labrador Retriever and the Yorkshire Terrier, but also rarities such as the Kyi Leo and the Prazsky Krysavik (the world’s smallest dog), as well as experimental crossbreeds like the Labradoodle and Cockerpoo.

Each portrait is accompanied by an authoritative biography of the breed, including its place of origin, historical development, main physical features, and temperament.

Complete History:  From how dogs evolved from wolves, through the story of their domestication by early humans, to their roles today as comforting friends, workers, and companions in sport, Bruce Fogle illuminates why dogs have achieved a place of honor in the human community.

He traces the special position of canines in human history, as well as presenting essential practical information on choosing and caring for a dog. His thorough discussions of canine anatomy (illustrated with diagrams and photographs), behavior, and psychology offer insights into the way dogs learn, and how they see the world around them. - Publishers Website

I believe this book will be one of the most used books in our library at home.  From how dogs came into domestication to the present, this is one amazing and huge book filled with full color photographs, illustrations, and information you will ever need if you are a dog lover, or if you are new to dogs.  If you are new to dogs, this book will be invaluable to helping you pick the breed that you would like, right down to temperament, coloring, size from the largest to the smallest.  My son absolutely loves this book.  He can be sitting one minute doing one thing, all of a sudden picking up this hardcover and looking at it from cover to cover.  This is similar to the Encyclopedia of the Cat, which we had reviewed a few months ago by the same author.  Simply stunning!  Take a look inside with the slide show below if you don’t believe me.

#21 – The Rough Guide to Classic Novels – Simon Mason

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Get the lowdown on the best fiction ever written. Over 230 of the world’s greatest novels are covered, from Quixote (1614) to Orhan Pamuk’s Snow (2002), with fascinating information about their plots and their authors – and suggestions for what to read next.

The guide comes complete with recommendations of the best editions and translations for every genre from the most enticing crime and punishment to love, sex, heroes and anti-heroes, not to mention all the classics of comedy and satire, horror and mystery and many other literary genres. With feature boxes on experimental novels, female novelists, short reviews of interesting film and TV adaptations, and information on how the novel began, this guide will point you to all the classic literature you’ll ever need.

  • Crime and Punishment – From the ribaldry of Defoe’s Moll Flanders to the tough-guy noir of Raymond Chandler’s The Big Sleep.
  • Love, Sex and Romance – All the Tears, flirtations and obsessions, from Jane Eyre and Pride and Prejudice to Madame Bovary and Lolita.
  • Heroes and Anti Heroes – The dashing and the daring, and a rogue’s gallery of villans and cads, from Tess of the D’Ubervilles to Camus’ The Outsider.

Not to mention…

  • Comedy and Satire, Feature boxes on World War I novels, Magic Realism, Balzac’s La Comedie Humaine among many others. – Publishers Website

This is my go to guide for everything classic or how you would say historic fiction novels and beyond.  It gives you examples of what to read next if you have read a certain novel, gives you the low down on each of the novels as well as interesting side stories with covers.  It isn’t a huge book,  just a bit smaller than a paperback,  but is packed with information to let you make the decision on what to read next.

#14 – Sew Step By Step – Alison Smith

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Want to learn how to sew?  Sew Step By Step explains all of the techniques and tools you will need to get started.

Covers basic hand stitches, sewing with a machine, decorative stitches, fastenings and finishings.

Each step is clearly demonstrated helping you master techniques from the beginning.

Includes photographs and explanations of all of the essential tools, and information on how to build you basic kit.

Packed with more than 200 easy-to-follow techniques, from sewing on a button to personalizing a garment, Sew Step by Step brings these traditional, practical, and artistic crafts up to date with advice on contemporary styles and new materials, introducing these immensely satisfying skills to a whole new generation. – Publishers Website

I really love this book.  As a sewing fanatic nowadays, this book gave me the tools that I not only forgot about but new ones that I haven’t mastered yet.  If you are new to sewing or an old pro that needs to brush up on skills, this is the go to book for you.

I love the full colour photographs that show you step by step what you need to do for that basic stitch or a complicated hem, fastening, buttonhole, hem, everything is covered, even decorative stitching and quilting.

 

 

Reference World Atlas – Everything You Need To Know About Our Planet Today 8th edition – DK Publishing

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Nick my darling son posed a quite interesting question when he received this book – “Mom, How would you go about reviewing an atlas?”  It is after all one of his favorite books in all of the ones he has received so far to review.

He is one of those kids who likes non-fiction, he especially enjoys history – wars, battles, and all of that stuff.  This book will be worn out for sure.

This atlas is unique.  Not only does it list all of the places in the world, the pictures, diagrams and text and captions are all up to date to even include even new countries or changes in their names.

The key to maps is that they are easy to navigate, to understand, compare geographical locations, and time zones.

In a section entitled “Countries of the World it gives you that little snippet of information about that particular country such as:

  • Languages spoken
  • Population
  • Formation
  • Capital
  • Total Area (bonus question – guess which country is just slightly larger than Canada ?)
  • Religions
  • Ethnic Mix
  • Government
  • Currency
  • Calorie consumption

The index itself could even be a whole other book.  The back inside cover also includes flags of the world which are also updated.

Did you happen to know that the earth is actually shrinking?

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HUGE Post – Collection of Brady Games Game Guides

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As you can see my darling son has a serious game obsession !

I am doing all of these books in one post, because a lot of the same strategies are in all of the games you see in the stores and online.

Have you ever wanted to get ahead in one of those games you are playing?  Is there something that you are stuck on and need a hint or trick to get you through to the next level?

Brady Games Guides has you covered.  With the full colour illustrations and photographs, the graphs, as well as possible tricks, cheats, and cool things that you may not have gotten have you not gotten one of these game guides will make it all worth while.

Some of the books do include spoilers, but be assured, your game playing will never be the same.  From start to finish, the books contain everything  you need to know about the game – controls, features, levels, campaigns, weapons, and even multiplayer modes that will have you glued to the game more than before…Is that even possible?

The full colour photographs taken directly from the games themselves are just awesome in my son’s humble opinion.  Right now he is glued to the UFC Undisputed 2010 looking inside the guide for tips and tricks that are new from the previous version of UFC 2009.

The guides themselves are most of the time for all games for instance Modern Warfare 2 covers Xbox 360, Playstation 3, and the computer game, the reflex edition of Modern Warfare on ly covers the Wii edition, or just separate game consoles, so be careful when selecting a guide.

Brady Games also has a website where you can download certain e-guides, secret codes, and added extras for the serious gamer in your family.

Brady Games also has Facebook Page as well as a page on YouTube

These guides would even be a great addition to the games that are being given for Christmas too! They are also reasonably priced.

 

The Complete Human Body – The Definitive Visual Guide – DK Publishing

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I have to say, what a GREAT BOOK! Not just because most of my post high school education was in the form of Nursing School and the Sciences, this is a great book for anyone who is an old pro at knowing about the human body, or just beginning to wondering what it is all about.

This is the definitive visual guide to all things inside.  The anatomy, physiology, development and some disorders.  From computer generated illustrations along with the latest medical and microscopic imaging explain every aspect of the human body more clearly than ever before.

  • The Integrated Body – Overview of the body and what makes us unique – evolutionary and genetic makeup
  • Anatomy Atlas – Starting from the head working down to the toes on your feet, every part is examined in intimate detail using state of the art 3-d illustrations and scans.
  • How the Body Works - After structure, comes function right? Organized by system – skin, hair, nails, everything you need to know about everything using illustrations and clear understandable text.
  • Life Cycle – We go through various stages of growth and development as well as change during our lives.  Using charts from birth right through to death.
  • Diseases and Disorders – We are vulnerable to disease malfunctions and infections.  This part includes over 200 of the most common.

As well, there is an interactive DVD that is included as part of the book.

Like I said I absolutely love this book.  My son has been studying some science this past term, so it is a great resource for him.  He has been referring to it quite a bit.

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The Best Art You’ve Never Seen – Julian Spalding

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Across the globe, there are hundreds of beautiful and unusual works of art that are largely unseen or fail to receive the critical acclaim they deserve.

Why, You ask?

From Peru to Papua New Guinea, this book uncovers neglected wonders in obscure corners of the world, or shut away in either private collections, museums store rooms, or just plain inaccessible because of where they are located – rock falls, shifts in trade routes, or just to avoid destruction of for use in the afterlife.

Many are hidden by changes in taste, marginalized because they don’t fit into the already established norms of art, demands of conservation.  Many are still waiting to be re-discovered for the first time.

The author brings you into this part of the world throughout the amazing photography, alone with a detailed back stories about each work of art, the controversies behind the pieces that are unfamiliar to most to gain a fresh perspective.

I think this would be a great idea to plan a trip to see some of the more accessible pieces as part of a holiday or even as a holiday to see the pieces among the cities and places that take advantage of the art as they walk by on a street, or just fail to see the beauty.

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A Greener Christmas – Sheherazade Goldsmith

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Decorate the Christmas Tree with homemade gingerbread men, craft a simple wreath from fallen leaves, make gift labels and cards from vintage fabrics, or design a stocking, bake festive breads and use to fill gift baskets with and all with locally outsourced organic food.

Escape the modern-day commercialized Christmas and enjoy a simpler, more home spun way of celebrating.

I received this book and was looking forward to it to get some mew ideas on what I could do.

Right now, I am a bit divided on the book.  The whole idea of getting away from the more commercialized parts of Christmas appealed to me.  A lot of the activities you may have to plan ahead of time to be able to complete for example the leaf wreath, some of the activities are more for the younger children.

There are some good ideas as well as recipes in the back of the book.  One thing I didn’t like about the book was suggesting that you re using old bottles and containers that could be possibly hard to find than just buying them.

The recipes are great, from the Vanilla cookies to the Honey Roast Ham to jams and jellies you can use in gift baskets are really great ideas – planning ahead is a big theme in this book like I mentioned before.

I may use one or two ideas out of the whole book this year to see how they work out.

There are also a huge list of websites not only from the US but Canada as well to help you reuse and recycle, or just for more ideas.

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Yoga – Your Home Practice Companion – Sivanda Yoga Vedanta Center, DK Publishing

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Offers a complete lifestyle guide to gaining a supple, healthy body and contented mind.

Did you know that yoga improves your mood, relieves stress, but also brings suppleness to your body?

With the 12 classic poses, you will discover physical and mental benefits as well as improving your practice.  There are also extra poses included in the book with variations for further stretching and to challenge your body.

Unique visuals at a glance for different intervals of 20, 40, and 60 minute  sessions depending on how long you want to practice on a particular day or how much time you can spare.

Energize your self and lower everyday stress with breathing and relaxation techniques.

Also included is a whole way of living – eating healthier with nutritious recipes included in the back of the book along with a diet plan that will help you on your journey to the fullest.

The full colour photographs and illustrations give a glimpse inside your body showing you what muscles and parts of your body you are working during a specific pose, with detailed explanations.

I received this book intending on starting off slow, but once I got the news that I have a serious back problem, it has taken a back seat for now, but once I am on the mend, I fully intend on giving this wonderful book a try.

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A Slice of Organic Life – DK Publishing

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In all of our busy lives, we sometimes crave that little piece of the country – the quiet, the slowness, the ability to grow a garden or herbs, even keep chickens or even make your own jam from the fruit you grew yourself so it doesn’t go bad.

Weither you live in a large city or the smallest of apartment, condo, or house in the suburbs, this book will have something for everyone no matter your circumstances, that will give you that slice of an organic life.

Have fun and do what you can, and do your part.  This book is just wonderful for the person who isn’t exactly sure what they want to do, or even to go about doing it.

As a kid we used to do many of these things, not because we had to but because we wanted to.  You don’t even need to have a yard to do it.

There are over 50 activities in the book depending on how much space you have, difficulty, or just in it for the fun factor.  There are even things you can do to help save the environment.

Fully illustrated, as well as colour photographs that will tantilize you as you read about all of the different projects.

Large directory is in the back of the book as well to help you on your quest to become more gentle to the environment such as telephone numbers, web site addresses and mailing addresses possibly for things that you haven’t even thought of before.

So, what are you waiting for ?

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Here is a list of the resources from inside the book (PDF)

The Practical Astronomer – Explore The Wonders of The Night Sky – DK Publishing

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Have you ever laid on the grass or even on the beach late at night gazing at the sky and the stars, watching the night sky wondering what exactly is out there in space?

Or even when you see a falling star flaring across the sky?

The practical astronomer will help you demystify the night sky, help you recognize and identify features by eye or using binoculars or even a telescope, even how to take your own pictures.

I am personally mystified by the night sky, especially after being able to see the Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis) when I lived in Northern British Columbia closer than I have ever seen it before made me more awestruck and curious about space, the sky, and what happens way up there.

This book also includes -

  • clear star charts showing major constellations
  • helping you to navigate through or between constellations
  • look at the night sky and know what to expect month by month
  • detailed atlases
  • demystify phenomena such as eclipses, chemistry, physics, planets, comets, stars and nebulae
  • the possibility of life beyond
  • how to buy and use telescopes
  • how to sketch observations

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The Practical Naturalist – Audubon, DK Publishing

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Have you ever walked around in the forest at anytime of the year and came across something that captured your interest like what it was named the peaked your interest that you wanted to learn something new?

The practical Naturalist is here to help you do that.

Produced in part with the Audubon Society, this is your guide to exploring any area that you may find yourself in.

From the beginnings of life, weather, close to home or on a sea-coast just to mention a few of the areas covered in inside the pages, this amazing book will have you oohing and aweing and learning new things for a long time to come.

Foliage, Fauna, wood forests to Deserts there is a bit of everything no matter the area you are in or about to experience.

Not only will you have a deeper understanding of how nature really works, you will be more fascinated than ever before.

This indispensible book is for those are at the beginning of their quest or for ones that are seasoned wildlife lovers.

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The New Encyclopedia of The Cat – The Definitive Visual Guide – Dr. Bruce Fogle

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Did you know that when Jesus was born in the stable, a litter of kittens were born?  That when they were born, they all had a cross on their backs? Or that cats have the knowledge of knowing the path back to the garden of Eden?

Cats past and present – past about how one sub-species of a wildcat developed a tolerance to living near humans to become what we know now as the domestic cat we now know and love.

Every aspect of the cat is covered from cat worship, culture, folklore, literature and art.

The visual breeding guide which covers 75 of the worlds best known cat breeds with full figure portraits, key facets, varieties, ancestry, breed standards, as well as temperament are covered in full colour illustrations and graphs.

Along with all of that comes a complete care guide, anatomy (skeleton & nervous system) to hormones and genes.

Advice on health, grooming, and responsible rounds out the really incredible book, and such topics as instincts, hunting, socializing and of course mating habits which are unique to cats are also covered in detail.

So, this is for the cat lover, this is one amazing book.  Nick has been looking at it from cover to cover and I have been oohing and aweing at the amount of detail and information that is in this book.

Just so happens that Dr. Bruce Fogle who put this book together is a Canadian veterinarian

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Dinosaurs Eye To Eye – John Woodward

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Zoom in on the world’s most incredible creatures!

Come face to face with the fiercest, wildest, most incredible creatures that ever graced the earth.

Find out where they lived, explore their habitats, their bone crushing jaws, attacking its prey and soar through the sky wing to wing with a flock of them.

Full on,  zoomed in all eye-popping detail with a fantastic visual treatment that will make you feel as though you are sitting right next to them, as you not only learn about your favorites, but also new to you favorites as well.

Nick didn’t find this book to his liking, he thought it was too young for his age group, but he said it would be great for a younger audience that is into dinosaurs.  So, what are you waiting for!

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Planetwatch: The Young Persons Guide to Protecting Our World – DK Publishing

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We live in a beautiful world, but it’s a changing and fragile place that needs to be taken care of.  What can we do to protect our incredible planet?

From the large picture of Earth as one, down to the small details about how the small things that we could do, would make such a difference.

From climate change and what may happen to food, what we eat, the air we breathe, the land we live on.

From our own backyards to places around the world you may or may not have heard of before, we all can make small changes together to make a huge difference in the long-term, so that everyone has the opportunity to revel on how beautiful and diverse the earth truly is and also attempt to keep it that way.

From the food we eat, to the animals that are still populating different areas of the world.  That we see and what ones we don’t that have different ecosystems in a way that children will appreciate and understand – on their level.

Did you know -

  • There are almost 7 billion people on earth, and by 2050 there will be over 9 billion?
  • We have used up over half of the earth for our own use – crops, forest plantations, pastures, as well as cities or industrialized areas?
  • We pollute the seas and altering the atmosphere on a minute by minute basis?

We need to reduce our resources and share the wealth.

Are you in?

DK Publishing

The Sewing Book – Alison Smith

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Are you inquisitive about wanting to learn, or are you one that is knowledgeable about sewing but wanting to brush up on your skills or even improve upon them while learning new techniques.

This is your book.

From the full colour photographs, illustrations and diagrams take you step by step from hand sewing to machines from the most basic to advanced and beyond absolutely anything…without the stress.

This will show you how, what to use, how and when to use it, with a project already in the book or a pattern, you purchased.  Simple to complex.

Darts, Pleats, Hems, Edges, Pockets, Buttonholes, Zippers and beyond.

The sewing book will show you in intricate detail which will have you wondering how you ever lived without this book.  Sure, it is great to have someone actually show you, this is the next best thing.

Saving the frustration and pulling of hair when you are stuck for advice of guidance.

I love this book.  As you know, I recently purchased an antique singer sewing machine to go back and re-learn to make things that would be interesting and unique.

I needed a brush up on my skill set as well as techniques, since it has been more than a few years since I have sewn anything.  I found this book absolutely stuffed with ideas and inspiration.  I know I won’t have to look any further.  Did I mention there are a few patterns to get you started in the back of the book as well?

So, what are you waiting for?  Get Sewing !!

DK Publishing

Mary Berry & Lucy Young Cook Up A Feast – DK Publishing

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Are you looking for a cookbook that has classic favorites with a twist or creative new ones that will spark your inner cook as well as your appetite to be curious and tempting new flavours?

Look no further

For every single recipe, they also give advice on how to prepare ahead, freezing, how to serve with your mouth watering, full colour photographs for easy lunches, elegant dinner parties, festive family gatherings, and parties for a crowd of people.

Mary and Lucy stress that they want you to enjoy yourself, so there are plenty of suggestions on how to stay organizied, and to do as much as you can beforehand, so that you are calm once everyone arrives.

I have to admit, when I received the book, my mouth started immediately watering just at the pictures of the recipes featured in the book.

So, take the stress out of entertaining !

I have to say, I will be making that cheesecake that is featured on the cover, doesn’t it look incredibly sumptuous ?

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Mary Berry’s Website

Lucy Young’s Website

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Look Now – The World in Facts, Stats and Graphics – DK Publishing

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Literally crammed full of fully up to date information, this is even a favorite book of mine.

This is the book for you, if you have ever wanted to take a glimpse into a place you have never heard of before, or wanted to know about a place you have already been to.

The full colour photographs, pictures, stats, and illustrations will have you thinking to yourself “Wow, I never knew that before”.

Such things as -

  • what nations are the happiest and why
  • how much money is in the world
  • how and why populations rise and fall
  • even the chances of being killed by a coconut
  • what country will have you caught on camera an average of 300 times per day

The earth is a giant jigsaw puzzle made of what is called tectonic plates, and since the earth has been round, that they have moved farther away from one another, constantly changing.

Out of the 55 million people who die all over the world -

  • 59% died from a non infectious illness
  • 1% died from nutritional deficiencies
  • 25% died from infectious diseases
  • 6% died from accidents
  • 3% died from war and violence
  • 6% died from birth complications

Also, you have more of a chance of being hit by a meteorite than dying of laughter…The people who die from laughter die because of a weak heart.  It is the increased blood pressure and heart rate that kills them.

Did you know that when women have equal access to education, health care, employment, and power -  societies become richer, healthier and more peaceful?

Did you also know that 1 billion children are in elementary school and high school, but there are 72 million children that cannot access education because their parents are too poor to afford it?

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How Animals Work – Why and How Animals Do The Things They Do – DK Publishing

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Have you ever watched a television show on animals and ever wondered how or why animals do what they do and how they look on the inside?

Fish breathing underwater, a brown bear hunting for fish, or even how bears can sleep for months on end?  How about how an eagle can soar through the air? Follow a honey bee and what they do without being stung?

With this book, you can discover all of those questions and more such as -

  • Communicate
  • Hunt
  • Eat
  • Natural habitants and so much more

So, if you have ever wondered any of the things I have mentioned, then why now pick up a copy the next time you are in the bookstore.  Sure this book is for kids 8-12, but it’s great for adults too!

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Ideas That Changed The World – DK Publishing

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When walking through the mall, window shopping as we say, have you ever wondered who invented some of the things that we either use in our everyday lives, or have used those items and how they have evolved over the years?  We sometimes take these things for granted.  But, Ideas that changed the world may change that.

We use things every single day from cell phones to video games to space helmets..well, maybe not really space helmets, but, you know what I am getting at, everything came from a simple idea that now makes our life just a little bit easier.  The people behind them you may or may not be familiar with, but, they have changed out lives forever, possibly for the better.

Topics such as -

  • who created the first video game
  • how a computer geek put the world online, so that you are able to view this review
  • antibiotics that help people live longer and healthier lives, which also help transform the way in which new drugs are developed
  • did you know that the first public TV broadcast could be watched and listened to, but just not at the same time?
  • the first apple computer was made in 1976, while the internet was made much later on 1989?

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Baby – The All Important First Year – Baby Center Canada

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This is the Canadian Edition of Baby Center’s Baby – The All Important First Year.

This book is easily the ultimate guide to baby’s first year.

From the second your bundle of joy enters the world, something happens, all of that worry transforms to thoughts – Am I doing this right? Should I do this instead of that ?

This is your confidant resource, right next beside your mom, doctor, pediatrician, or nutritionist – all in one book, ready to be referred to from parental tips who have already been there and done that.

From Baby’s first breath throughout  their first year, with all of those milestones in between that they will achieve in that first year and don’t forget those developmental stages, play, first steps…

All with a unique voice – ALL CANADIAN, with expert opinions guiding you through each day, each smile, as well as a uniquely Canadian website where there is extensive information at your fingertips!

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Pregnancy – From Preconception to Birth – Baby Center Canada

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This is the Baby Center’s Canadian Edition of Pregnancy – From preconception to Birth.

From the time you start to plan to become pregnant until the news arrives that you are, this Canadian Edition has everything you will need to know and more about what you may be feeling or what is happening while you count down the days until your new little person has finally arrived!

It is your bible, your best friend, your mother (when she isn’t there of course) providing you with the best information possible from professional, prenatal expertise from around the country with tips, information, and even for parents themselves to assure you and also prepare you for one of the largest changes that will happen in your life.

After all, having a baby is probably one of the most exciting and joyous occasions in your life.  That will change your life forever.

DK Publishing

Baby Center

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