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Measuring volume / by O'Daly, Anne,1966-author.(CARDINAL)390961; Absorption in part of (work): Woodford, Chris.Volume.;
Includes bibliographical references and index.Volume, the amount of space that a substance or object occupies, is an important math concept for readers to grasp. This book guides readers to learn the simple formula for finding volume. The information provided is accompanied by vibrant photographs and engaging illustrations. Readers learn about shapes--both regular and irregular--as they solve for exact volumes or estimates. Student comprehension is reinforced with a hands-on activity that allows them to apply their knowledge.Ages 8-12.
Subjects: Mathematics; Measurement; Volume (Cubic content); Volume perception; Weights and measures;
Available copies: 4 / Total copies: 4
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My first visual dictionary = Mi primer diccionario visual. by Gareth Stevens Publishing.(CARDINAL)650658;
Human body -- Clothing -- Food -- Vegetables -- Fruits -- Plants and gardens -- Animals -- Earth and sky -- Transportation -- Homes and buildings -- Furnishings -- Kitchen -- Bathroom -- School -- Numbers, colors, and shapes -- Everyday objects -- Music -- Sports -- Games and toys.English and Spanish are languages of America's past, present, and future. My First Visual Dictionary gives young readers a pictorial introduction to words and phrases in both languages. More than 1,000 words, 800 color illustrations, and two comprehensive indexes provide an exciting start to the challenge of learning a new language. This dictionary makes learning even more fun with entertaining riddles and games for each of the book's 20 word groups.
Subjects: Dictionaries.; Picture dictionaries, Spanish; Picture dictionaries, English; Spanish language; English language; Picture dictionaries; Spanish language materials; Diccionarios de láminas; Diccionarios de láminas; Español; Inglés;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 7
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Research like a pro : a genealogist's guide / by Elder, Diana,author.(CARDINAL)793468; Dyer, Nicole,author.(CARDINAL)793466;
Includes bibliographical references (pages 233-234) and index.Foreword -- Introduction -- How to use this book -- Research objectives -- Analyze your sources -- Locality research -- Research planning -- Source citations -- Research logs -- Report writing -- What's next for a researcher? -- Appendix A: Templates -- Appendix B; Work samples -- Appendix C: Source list -- Appendix D: Supplemental material.Discover the process that a professional genealogist uses to solve difficult cases. Diana Elder shares her step-by-step method using real world examples, easily understood by any level of genealogist; written for the researcher ready to take their skills to the next level. Learn how to form an objective, review your research by creating a timeline analysis, construct a locality guide to direct your research, create a plan, style source citations, set up a research log to organize and track your searches, and write a report detailing your findings and ideas for future research. Work samples and templates are included.
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Problems and exercises.; Genealogy.; Genealogy; Families; Research;
Available copies: 11 / Total copies: 13
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Think Java : how to think like a computer scientist / by Downey, Allen,author.(CARDINAL)834888; Mayfield, Chris(Computer scientist),author.(CARDINAL)832249;
Computer programming -- Variables and operators -- Input and output -- Methods and testing -- Conditionals and logic -- Loops and strings -- Arrays and references -- Recursive methods -- Immutable objects -- Mutable objects -- Designing classes -- Arrays of objects -- Objects of arrays -- Extending classes -- Arrays of arrays -- Reusing classes -- Advanced topics."Think Java" is a hands-on introduction to computer science and programming used by many universities and high schools around the world. Its conciseness, emphasis on vocabulary, and informal tone make it particularly appealing for readers with little or no experience. The book starts with the most basic programming concepts and gradually works its way to advanced object-oriented techniques. In this fully updated and expanded edition, authors Allen Downey and Chris Mayfield introduce programming as a means for solving interesting problems. Each chapter presents material for one week of a college course and includes exercises to help you practice what you've learned. Along the way, you'll see nearly every topic required for the AP computer science A exam and Java SE programmer I certification.
Subjects: Handbooks and manuals.; Java (Computer program language); Computer programming.; Data structures (Computer science); Object-oriented programming (Computer science);
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Science for kids. [videorecording] by Wonderscape Entertainment (Firm),film distributor.(CARDINAL)347532;
Disc 1: Electricity makes our lives easier every day. We use electricity in our work and play. Because electricity is virtually unseen, it is often difficult to understand just where it comes from and how it works. By watching the video and discussing the concepts presented, children will enhance their knowledge about electricity. The video presents general information about electricity, as well as concepts regarding static and current electricity, atoms and electromagnetism.Disc 2: Magnets can be found in many objects that we use every day. Not only are they located in man-made objects, but magnetic materials can be found in nature as well. In fact, the mineral, magnetite, was found to have magnetic properties long before humans learned how to make magnets on their own. By viewing the video and discussing the concepts presented, students will enhance their knowledge about magnetism.Ages 8-13DVD, region 1, widescreen presentation, Dolby Digital 5.0.
Subjects: Children's films.; Electricity; Magnetism;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Fish counting 1,2,3 [kit] by Sprout learning.;
Toddlers begin counting long before they understand quantity. In the preschool years, children start to discover that each object in a set equals one. This important milestone is necessary for the development of counting skills. Use the enclosed materials to help your child practice counting while having fun with fish.
Subjects: Counting; Fish; Kindergarten; Math; Numbers; Vocabulary;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
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Fairy house : how to make amazing fairy furniture, miniatures, and more from natural materials / by Schramer, Mike,author,artist.(CARDINAL)620843; Schramer, Debbie,author,artist.(CARDINAL)620851;
Gathering and preserving natural materials -- Making the basic elements -- A little chair -- A fairy table -- The poet's writing desk and chair -- The princess canopy bed -- The woodland rocking cradle -- King of the elves bookshelf -- Dresser for the forest gatherer -- A couch made for angelic converstations -- The gnome's woodstove and sink -- The elfin king's ancient forest piano -- The forest cottage -- Woodland characters -- The fairy garden -- The elfin tea party -- The garden wishing well -- Tower for the elfin king -- The gardener's wagon -- The gardener's potting shed -- The fairyland gazebo -- The fairyboat bed -- The woodland race car -- Theater in the woods."A delightful adventure into the making of miniscule kingdoms of the fairytale realm from objects found in nature. Through more than 350 clear, detailed, full-color photographs and expert guidance, you will learn to fashion intricate, tiny cups from acorn pods and grapevine tendrils, dreamlike beds from delicate flowers and leaves, and an amazing array of other beautiful and unique pieces that will inspire you to find your true artistic ability and imagination."--Cover flap.
Subjects: Nature craft.; Miniature craft.; Fairies.; Dwellings.; Fairies in art.; Dwellings in art.; Dollhouses.;
Available copies: 7 / Total copies: 7
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The jewelry maker's design book : an alchemy of objects : techniques and design notes for one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces / by Mentock, Deryn,author.(CARDINAL)405525;
Make your very own bohemian, rustic, one-of-a-kind, jewelry that integrates found objects or repurposes beautiful charms and elements from your jewelry box. In The Jewelry Maker's Design Book: An Alchemy of Objects, you will not only learn solid techniques for making several beautiful projects, but also how to plan and conceive your designs using unique objects in mixed media jewelry pieces. This book includes an overview of the tools and materials you{u2019}ll need to get started, as well as a reference section that outlines important techniques. Projects included use metals, wire, beads, stones and found objects to create unique jewelry that will have everyone talking. Informative sidebars share tips and design notes that discuss the design elements in the piece; colors, shapes, textures, and what works in the piece and why. Find your inspiration, while developing amazing design skills with The Jewelry Maker's Design Book: An Alchemy of Objects!
Subjects: Jewelry making.;
Available copies: 3 / Total copies: 4
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The art of kintsugi : learning the Japanese craft of beautiful repair / by Kitty, Alexandra,author.(CARDINAL)848661;
Includes bibliographical references.Part 1. Broken basics. 1. A kintsugi primer ; 2. A history of kintsugi ; 3. A philosophy of the art -- Part 2. Piecing puzzles. 4. Tools and materials ; 5. Terminology and preparatory practices ; 6. Techniques ; 7. The core of kintsugi -- Part 3. Advanced kintsugi. 8. Exploring kintsugi ; 9. Making jewelry ; 10. Maki-e and kintsugi ; 11. Multimedia kintsugi -- Conclusion: a few final thoughts on taking kintsugi to the next level."Beauty in imperfection! Learn the ancient Japanese art of kintsugi and understand why, in the way of kintsugi artists, broken is better than new. This is your guide to putting the pieces back together to restore broken plates, vases, and other ceramics and glass items to be even better than before. Starting with repairing a simple dent or crack, you'll gain the skills to reconstruct goblets, vases, plates, spherical objects, and statues. Transform your broken pieces and heirlooms or create new works of art and wearable art with this method. Explore kintsugi's fascinating origins in 1400s Japan, its history, and its philosophy, along with ways to push the boundaries for your creations today. As you repair ceramic and glass objects--kintsugi works both for precious and thrift-store-level items--you'll learn the traditional methods as well as modern methods not taught elsewhere. You'll soon appreciate why kintsugi is the only Japanese art form that has taken a spiritual philosophy as its very purpose." --
Subjects: Crafts & Hobbies.; Lacquer and lacquering.; Ceramics; Glassware;
Available copies: 2 / Total copies: 3
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Drawing: the complete course / by Smith, Stan,1929-2001.(CARDINAL)427617;
Tools and materials -- The fundamentals of drawing -- The projects -- Advanced techniques. If you're inspired by the world around you but are unsure of how to capture it on paper, this is the book for you. You'll discover that drawing is a skill that can be learned, just like riding a bike, writing, or cooking. The chapters are set up so that you'll build confidence as you go along, beginning with the tools and materials you'll need and ending with advanced techniques. Learn how to arrange your subject within a picture area, make a drawing look real using linear perspective, shade objects you draw so they look three-dimensional, and other fundamentals. Use what you've learned in projects that include simple still lifes, seascapes, architecture, portraiture, figure drawing, and animals. Among the techniques covered are capturing movement, altering paper surfaces, wax resists, and foreshortenening. With just a little practice, you'll be able to bring out the artist within you. 160 pages, 600 color illus., 8 3/4 x 11 3/4.
Subjects: Drawing; Art; Artists' materials.;
Available copies: 11 / Total copies: 16
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