China today is never out of the news: from human rights controversies & the continued legacy of Tiananmen Square, to global coverage of the Beijing Olympics, & the Chinese 'economic miracle'. This Very Short Introduction provides an accessible guide ...

The 50 stories in this contemporary collection of school stories all have a Christian theme making them ideal for schools wishing to ensure that their collective worship is, in the main, Christian. Sunday school teachers will also find them invaluable. Here are just some of the characters you will meet: Billy loses his trunks whilst swimming at school
- how embarrassing! What will he do? Listen to his hilarious story; David is missing his best friend, who has left school. Then he meets Arthur, the new boy. Arthur is different. He is autistic: he can't speak. How can David make friends with him?; Pete is fascinated with fire but one day goes too far & sets fire to his school. What will his headteacher & parents say?; Joanne is excited when she is chosen to be head girl. Then she receives a poison pen letter from a jealous classmate. How will she cope with her disappointment?; Mr Baker has an idea for a class assembly with a difference. He asks his class to bring their pets into school. Then things start to go wrong with consequences he could not have foreseen. Teacher's notes make it easy to make the most of each story, providing information on the background, story & theme, as well as a brief summary of what Christians believe & a short prayer related to the story. The book contains a foreword by Canon Martin O' Connor
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A fantastic Metal Cutting Die set that is in the design of " Modern Christmas Sentiments"
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Crochet these colourful & stylish home accessories with 35 patterns by young designer Laura Strutt, author of the best-selling Modern Crocheted Shawls & Wraps.

Laura Strutt brings you a range of new designs for blankets, throws, & cushion covers. Divided by colour theme – Bright & Beautiful, Warm & Rich, & Neutral & Natural – with modern designs, there is something for every home, whatever your decorating style.

Make a rainbow granny circle blanket using rich, bright yarns, or try a chunky striped throw in soft neutrals. A wrap-around granny square makes the perfect cover for a floor cushion, while block stitch shows off bright pastels in a square blanket.

Patterns are graded so you can start with something simple if you are a beginner, or select something more advanced if you are skilled with a hook & yarn.

Product Information:
• ISBN: 9781782496380
• Author: Laura Strutt
• Publisher: Cico Books
• Format: Paperback
• Pages: 128
• Dimensions: 28 x 21 x 1cm













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Crochet your own shawls, wraps, capelets & throws from this collection of stylish patterns!




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It's all about the jewelry, dah-ling! Designer Fernando Dasilva puts the spotlight on high fashion with necklaces, bracelets & earrings that exude elegance & radiate haute couture. Drawing inspiration from vibrant color palettes, 80s art deco & fashion-forward findings, these pieces won't just enhance your wardrobe ...

Anna's clear teaching will give you confidence in painting beautiful watercolour flowers in a modern twist on the botanical style, From complete beginners to more experienced watercolourists, this book offers in-depth instruction on drawing & painting, plus dozens of inspirational floral artworks. ...

Drawing on research on the history of Ireland since 1800, this book challenges some of the assumptions which underpin this research. It explores the ' Irish Question' & argues that there were in fact many Irish Questions articulated & assessed accordin ...

Japan is an icon of the modern world, & yet it remains an enigma to many, who see it as a confusing montage of the alien & the familiar, the ancient & modern. The aim of this Very Short Introduction is to explode the myths & explore the reality of ...

RGJCD258 – Modern Jazz Quartet Features 8 Complete & Re-Mastered Classic Albums On 4 C Ds. Disc 1 Sonny Rollins With The Modern Jazz Quartet (1953) 1. Mambo Bounce 2.21 2. Time On My Hands 2.39 3. This Love For Mine 2.23 4. Shadrock 2.31 5. On A Slow ...