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101 Things I Learned in Architecture School 16 reviews
Matthew Frederick
The MIT Press, 2007
More than a book for architects
I've owned this book for two months now, and after skimming through it a few times early on, I've come to where I'm reading it regularly, and with expanded purpose and meaning. Although I'm not an architect, I do work with them, and find architects to be fascinating people. This book brings to life many of the under-pinnings of how architects think and see the world. These foundational aspects ...
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The Runaway Bunny 137 reviews
Margaret Wise Brown
HarperFestival, 1991
A beautiful classic!
I love this little book. Many understand it as a little allegory of the relationship between our sould and God. We can run away, but God will always find us, in His love.
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The Penderwicks: A Summer Tale of Four Sisters, Two Rabbits, and a Very Interesting Boy (Penderwicks ...87 reviews
Jeanne Birdsall
Yearling, 2007
My kids love this book - maybe even as much as I do!
I read with my daughters every night - once or twice a year, we find a book that makes me sneak back into their room late at night to read a few chapters ahead because I just can't wait for the next day. This is one of those books. The sisters are amazing - funny, bright, each very much their own person - from Rosalind - mature beyone her years to little Batty, each character a joy. Dare I say ...
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Not a Box 44 reviews
HarperCollins, 2006
If you want your kid(s) to engage, buy this book!
It's hard to add anything else to these reviews, but let me just say that my daughter absolutely loved this book and reads it over and over and over again. She loves shouting, "It's not a box!" and calling out what it really is.
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Don't Sweat the Small Stuff--and it's all small stuff (Don't Sweat the Small Stuff Series)252 reviews
Richard Carlson
Hyperion, 1997
Living with Ease
This is a perfect book to have on your coffee table or at your bedside. Reading
any of Richard Carlson's 2 page chapters a day is wonderful support in having
a great life. This book has helped me feel at ease in myself. For example - the
chapter "Cut Your Some Slack," reminds me "Life is a process - just one thing after
another. When you lose it just start over again" - I love this! It's ...
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Goodnight Moon575 reviews
Margaret Wise Brown
HarperFestival, 1991
CullensAbcs.com Review of Goodnight Moon
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R177YYDVCG1WGD Cullen of CullensAbcs.com reviews this book and gives you ideas on how to interactively use the book with children. For more video book reviews, free children videos and activity idea videos for you visit the CullensAbcs.com website. At Facebook you can add Cullen Wood as a friend and become a FAN of Cullen's Abc's.
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Pat the Bunny (Touch and Feel Book)150 reviews
Dorothy Kunhardt
Golden Books, 2001
Classic Baby Book
Pat the Bunny is the best first book to read to your baby. My daughter is fascinated by the bunny and the beard. If you receive two copies at your baby shower like I did, keep both because it will be loved to bits.
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Guess How Much I Love You288 reviews
Sam McBratney
Candlewick, 1996
This Book Makes Me Smile
I love this story. I find myself smiling and getting that warm, fuzzy feeling as the father rabbit and son exchange conversation about how much they love each other, each one topping the other's love.
This is one of the first books that I bought for my son because it tells of the boundless love that a parent has for their children. Truly, one of the sweetest children's books ever written.
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Watership Down: A Novel942 reviews
Richard Adams
Scribner, 2005
Great read!
I had never read this book in highschool like i had heard that many people had. I am kinda sorry i was not able to when i was younger. Oh well. I am only about 3/4 of the way through this book and it is hard to put down! Very interesting. Very different. I recommend everyone give it a read at least once in their life. Worth it all the way.
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Artforms (8th Edition)3 reviews
Patrick L. Frank, Duane Preble, ...
Prentice Hall, 2005
Great introduction to art
I just puchased the latest edition of Artforms which includes the CD-ROM with interactive explanations on elements of art. Artforms is a great introduction to art and art history for those who have always wanted to understand how to look at art and interpret it for themselves. Over half the book is dedicated to elements and principles of art and craftsmanship. I use this book in training my art ...
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First Things First70 reviews
Stephen R. Covey, A. Roger Merrill, ...
Free Press, 1996
This booked really helped me
I give this book five stars as it really helped me organise and prioritise my life.
I develped a great mission statement, I review my roles weekly, and I am so happy with all the things I am achieving.
I am also developing Integrity, really! Rather than just talking the talk I am walking the talk. I have had a few friends recently comment on my input into their lives.
I now can schedule, my ...
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Do Unto Otters: A Book About Manners11 reviews
Laurie Keller
Henry Holt and Co. (BYR), 2007
The Golden Rule
This is a funny and great way to teach the Golden Rule! These are exactly the topics I want to teach and what a fun way to do it!
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Beatrix Potter The Complete Tales39 reviews
Beatrix Potter
Warne, 2006
Wonderful book !!
This book is beautifully presented and a true gem for any library or child's collection. All of the stories are presented in the order in which they were written and published. All of the original illustrations are there as well.
I highly recommend this book....it is reasonably priced and complete.
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The Miraculous Journey of Edward Tulane213 reviews
Kate Dicamillo
Candlewick, 2007
Beautifully Touching
This is a beautifully, well-written story with many layers and lessons to be learned. It can be a challenge for young ones to understand all the themes, but I was excited for my 4th grade student to read this. She seemed to enjoy it, and I was haunted by the characters. I admit that I'm a total sap and cried several times while reading this.
I also agree with other reviewers that there are ...
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Goodnight Moon (Spanish edition): Buenas noches, Luna36 reviews
Margaret Wise Brown
Rayo, 1995
Great start for children and adult.
I purchased this book for my children so they can learn the language. They are really enjoying it and learning it fast because we have the English version. I think it would be a great start for adults who want to learn Spanish.
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Can You Keep a Secret?423 reviews
Sophie Kinsella
Dial Press Trade Paperback, 2005
FUNNY!!!
One of the funniest books I have read! I would love to see this book turned into a movie!
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Goodnight Max (Max and Ruby)15 reviews
Rosemary Wells
Viking Juvenile, 2000
Fun book
My autistic son loves this book. The different touch and feel textures provide him with sensory input that he enjoys.
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Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of Nimh (Aladdin Fantasy)322 reviews
Robert C. O'Brien
Aladdin, 1986
A great book for young readers
NIMH is a great book for young readers (11-13). The book is a great story about survival, sacrifice, and challenged me to root for a mob of rats.
Mrs. Frisby is a very sympathetic character that shows that regardless of species in literature, moms are moms, and they'll do whatever it takes to take care of their family.
I think that young readers will enjoy this book, but older teenage ...
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Knitting Without Tears: Basic Techniques and Easy-to-Follow Directions for Garments to Fit All Sizes96 reviews
Elizabeth Zimmermann
Fireside, 1973
Knitting made painless
What a great little book. The patterns are written in prose rather than the standard format so that they are very clear and easy to understand for the beginner. Although photographs of the finished pieces are not included it's quick and easy to find the projects made by other knitters with a simple internet search.
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Goodnight Moon Board Book & Bunny10 reviews
Margaret Wise Brown
HarperFestival, 2005
Wonderful Book
I gave this as a gift at a baby shower. The mother to be loved it.
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