Following the success of Little Owl's Book of Thinking Ian Gilbert now introduces The Little Book of Thunks A Thunk is a beguiling question about everyday things that stops you in your tracks & helps you start to look at the world in a whole new light The Thunks in this book cover most areas of human existence including truth justice reality beliefs the natural world the human condition art beauty existence right & wrong good & bad life & death war religion love friendship & whether Marmite tastes nice Examples include If I borrow a million pounds am I a millionaire? Could a fly cause an aeroplane to crash? Are you man-made or natural? Do dogs believe in God? When you comb your hair is it art? The book contains a comprehensive introduction by Ian who guides you through the origins & uses of Thunks & how best to use them Not only are they a fun way to develop thinking skills but they also hit all the right buttons in the National Primary Strategy ' Creative Thinking' strand where children are encouraged to generate imaginative ideas to stimuli; look at & think about things differently & from other points of view; & 'ask why how what if or unusual questions' This is a great resource for teachers to use in the classroom
- & remember there are no right or wrong answers to these questions How liberating is that?
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Be careless in your dress if you must but keep a tidy soul Mark Twain Do you feel like you're drowning in to-do lists or overwhelmed by the number of possessions in your house? Tidying presents the opportunity not only to transform the physical spaces in which you spend time but also to free the mind of daily stresses This inspirational little book brilliantly simplifies the art of tidying up & reveals the benefits you will experience from getting your life home & workplace in order Motivating"es practical tidying tips & simple exercises help you to identify the things that are really significant & worth holding on to Gain confidence & control with The Little Book of Tidiness & seize the chance to make the most of less ...

In this age of mass consumerism we are stuffocating; becoming slaves to our possessions By freeing ourselves from physical & mental clutter & better managing our schedules we can focus on what is truly important & discover more time space & joy Grounded in solid science & bursting with invaluable tools activities & strategies this little book will empower you to discard what you no longer need regain control of your surroundings & create a happier & more fulfilling life ...

There are many ways to make money in today s market but the one strategy that has truly proven itself over the years is value ...

There are plenty of reasons to embrace veganism
- environmental ethical health & many more! This easy-to-digest guide packed with
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This new edition of a best-seller shows how to create useful & whimsical objects Expert guidance presented in a friendly straightforward style that reflects the quiet simplicity of the craft It provides all the instruction & inspiration you'll need to become an accomplished whittler Relax the old-fashioned way
- Whether you're in front of a campfire or on the front porch The Little Book of Whittling will help you unwind while you create useful & whimsical objects with nothing more than a pocketknife a twig & a few minutes of time Author Chris Lubkemann with 40 years of whittling experience under his belt will have you whittling away the hours with expert guidance presented in a friendly straightforward style that reflects the quiet simplicity of the craft Whether you're a beginner looking to get started in the most basic form of woodcarving or someone simply seeking a peaceful way to spend some free time The Little Book of Whittling provides all the instruction & inspiration you'll need to become an accomplished & relaxed whittler
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Happiness lies within you His Holiness the Dalai Lama has captured the attention & admiration of the world through his wisdom This jewel of a book offers some of his most helpful insights on daily living compassion & inner peace A timeless collection of advice & teachings from the world's most revered spiritual leader it will guide you through good & troubled times Whoever you are whatever your beliefs the Dalai Lama's words have the power to calm & inspire ...

As the spiritual leader of Tibet His Holiness the Dalai Lama has captured the attention & admiration of the world through his wisdom This jewel of a book offers some of his most helpful insights on daily living inner peace compassion & justice
- for all of us in these troubled times
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Are you in need of a little magic to entice love into your life? Maybe someone you know could benefit from a good-luck spell? Or perhaps you want to feel more in control of your destiny? The Little Book of Witchcraft uncovers the mysteries of this ancient art & shows you how to tap into the positive natural energies of the cosmos to release your inner power Learn about different kinds of witchcraft & its fascinating history its symbolism & the building blocks of Wicca & how to perform simple spells to attract good energy luck love health & happiness ...

In 2005 Joel Greenblatt published a book that is already considered one of the classics of finance literature In The Little Book that Beats the Market a New York Times bestseller with 300000 copies in print Greenblatt explained how investors can outperform the popular market averages by simply & systematically applying a formula that seeks out good businesses when they are available at bargain prices Now with a new Introduction & Afterword for 2010 The Little Book that Still Beats the Market updates & expands upon the research findings from the original book Included are data & analysis covering the recent financial crisis & model performance through the end of 2009 In a straightforward & accessible style the book explores the basic principles of successful stock market investing & then reveals the author s time-tested formula that makes buying above average companies at below average prices automatic Though the formula has been extensively tested & is a breakthrough in the academic & professional world Greenblatt explains it using 6 th grade math plain language & humor He shows how to use his method to beat both the market & professional managers by a wide margin You ll also learn why success eludes almost all individual & professional investors & why the formula will continue to work even after everyone knows it While the formula may be simple understanding why the formula works is the true key to success for investors The book will take readers on a step-by-step journey so that they can learn the principles of value investing in a way that will provide them with a long term strategy that they can understand & stick with through both good & bad periods for the stock market As the Wall Street Journal stated about the original edition Mr Greenblatt says his goal was to provide advice that while sophisticated could be understood & followed by his five children ages 6 to 15 They are in luck His Little Book is one of the best clearest guides to value investing out there ...