As Encore Valentine begins snow falls like glitter over Tuscany at the wedding of Valentine's grandmother. Meet the Roncalli & Angelini families artisans of handcrafted shoes in Greenwich Village since 1903. Valentine's dreams are dashed when her grandmother names her brother & nemesis Alfred her partner at Angelini Shoes. A long-distance romance with the sexy Gianluca who lives in remote Tuscany seems impossible so Valentine tries to devote herself to her work. A once-in-a-lifetime business opportunity takes Valentine to Buenos Aires where she finds a long-buried secret hidden deep within a family scandal. Once unearthed the truth rocks the Roscallis but Valentine is determined to hold her family together. More so she longs to create one of her own but is torn between a past love that nurtured her & a new one that promises to sustain her. ...

This is book is written particularly with new & young Christians in mind. The author a member of the Soul Survivor team has come to see that some very basic but engaging teaching laced with good stories is a vital component in their formation. The function of this book is to provide the reader with simple steps of how to receive use & develop gifts of the Holy Spirit. It is in a simple easy to follow format that encourages readers to engage with the Holy Spirit for themselves through prayers & exercises. After an initial explanation about the person & nature of the Spirit Jeannie covers the gifts of tongues words of knowledge prophecy miracles & healing before concluding with an introduction to prayer ministry. ...

This is a collection of 40 stories to illustrate the authors talent for capturing the spirit of a place. The stories include A Face in the Crowd" & "A Step Out of Time". Barbara Erskine is the author of " Lady of Hay" & " Kingdom of Shadows"." ...

'I recommend this book to anyone wishing to help children learn. In it you will find some lovely ideas for improving the way we encourage support & praise all young people.' Professor Carol Dweck author of Mindset Stanford University USA ' James has developed a rare skill for blending arresting anecdotes hard-edged research & practical advice into a truly compelling narrative.' Professor Barry Hymer author of the Gifted & Talented Pocket Book Cumbria University UK Over the last 20 years James Nottingham has studied how children learn. He has taught every age group in both primary & secondary schools helped deaf teenagers deal with anger & isolation & even done philosophy with three-year-olds. In this inspiring humorous & practical book he shows what you can do to help children of all ages develop into confident thoughtful & independent learners. Based around the acronym ASK this book explores attitudes skills & knowledge to learning
- what is required & how to develop these skills more effectively. It shows how to encourage independent thinking & a spirit of inquiry in your children. Highlights include: The dangers of calling our children clever bright & gifted; The best ways to teach wisdom; How to help children excel in exams; Why curiosity did not kill the cat. With a foreword written by John Hattie Encouraging Learning draws on research from some of the most respected experts on thinking & learning to identify the best ways to help children learn more effectively efficiently & co-operatively. For everyone living or working with children
- particularly teachers parents carers & youth workers
- this book shows you some of the best ways to enhance children's learning including how to question praise & encourage more effectively.


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The divine Encyclopedia Mythologica" series grows mightier still as gods & heroes meet the kings of pop-up. Continuing the thrilling new mythological pop-up trilogy the masterminds behind the phenomenal " Encyclopedia Prehistorica" turn their attention to the dazzling & the divine bringing to life the Gods & Heroes of myth & legend. This stunning book takes the intrepid reader on a grand pop-up tour of centuries-old myths & legends from across the globe. You can explore the lush banks of the Nile of Ancient Egypt & visit Zeus' kingdom on Mount Olympus high above the clouds of Ancient Greece. You can touch down in the frozen lands of the Norse gods; venture to the Far East where the Jade Emperor rules from the heavens; & on into the wilds of Oceania where jealous Pele's volcanic rage simmers just below the earth's crust." ...

Ideal for artists of all skill levels this exhaustive reference covers a multitude of topics concerning acrylics. The first section of this encyclopedia provides step-by-step demonstrations that guide artists through a variety of techniques including color mixing & creating such special effects as graffito & wax resist. The second part focuses on themes illustrating how individual artists tackle a number of subjects including landscapes buildings portraits animals still life & fantasy. This resource provides a wealth of stimulating ideas to help artists--both amateurs & veterans--develop their own acrylic style. ...

This is a new edition of the popular & successful encyclopedia describing the remarkable history of Ancient Egypt. You can discover remarkable facts of one of the world's oldest civilisations from its origins as a group of settlements along the banks of the Nile its rise to one of the world's greatest civilisations to its decline at the hands of the Roman Empire. It is filled with stunning photographs & detailed illustrations. It

Includes:: a comprehensive factfinder featuring a time chart a list of who's who & details of recent archaeological finds. It

Includes:: internet links that offer a fascinating selection of recommended web sites
- with sound animation or video clips which provide additional information for projects & homework.




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This is a far-reaching history of Ancient Greece from the early Minoans to the rise of Classical Greece & its conquest by the Macedonians. It

Includes:: detailed information on the key figures battles & geography of the Ancient Greek Empire as well as information on the day-to-day life of its citizens including Gods & Goddesses education & the foundation of the Olympic games. It features stunning photographs & detailed reconstructions that create a vivid picture of life in Ancient times. A comprehensive factfinder section

Includes:: a time chart whos who & glossary making it perfect for reference use. It is internet-linked to recommended websites to encourage further learning.



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From Cyprinids to Blennies & Koi this is a new edition of this complete owner's manual for keeping all types of fish. You get the lowdown on keeping fish with this comprehensive guide for fish lovers. You'll find everything you need to know on marine varieties to freshwater tropical to coldwater whether you keep them in indoor aquariums or outdoor ponds. You can identify your fish with a directory containing over 800 of the world's most popular. You can discover everything about them: from what they look like & how big they'll grow to what food they eat & whether they integrate with others. There's expert advice on looking after your fish: from keeping & feeding to healthcare & how to breed. Plus find directories of companion plants pond & marine life to help you create the right environment. ...

Beads have been used for decoration for centuries. Available in a huge array of colours shapes & sizes they are beautiful adaptable & easy to work with. These practical projects show how you can add detail texture colour & originality to garments & accessories by incorporating beads into your knitting crochet & needlework. Learn traditional & contemporary techniques such as bead weaving stringing wirework & str&-knotting & even find out how to make your own beads. ...