When Strega Nona leaves him alone with her magic pasta pot, Big Anthony is determined to show the townspeople how it works in this classic Caldecott Honor book from Tomie dePaola. Strega Nona--"Grandma Witch"--is the source for potions, cures, magic, and comfort in her Calabrian town. Her magical ev[...]
"Illustrated in dePaola's signature style, this has an inviting look. Buoyant watercolors are framed by thin orange borders....An engaging read-aloud choice for St. Patrick's Day." -- "Booklist" A Cheery picture book, with the artist using the lighter, brighter side of his palette....Attractive and [...]
Tells the story of the Nativity from the animals' point of view, with the donkey, cow, sheep, and dove telling what they offered the babe[...]
When Strega Nona leaves him alone with her magic pasta pot, Big Anthony is determined to show the townspeople how it works.[...]
Manufacturing techniques for polymer matrix composites (PMCs) provides an authoritative review of the different technologies employed in the manufacture of this class of composite. Part one reviews the manufacturing of short fiber and nanoparticle-based polymer matrix composites, with injection and [...]
Christmas in the 400-year-old city of Santa Fe is a rich cultural feast of Spanish, Anglo, and Native American traditions. Through stories and color photos, Christmas in Santa Fe illustrates those traditions, from glowing farolitos that line buildings and walkways, to the Christmas-day dances at the[...]