Wavelets offer an opportunity to examine data or functions on a variety of scales. They also allow us to focus on local features of a data series in situations where traditional approaches, such as Fourier analysis, smear out some local detail. For instance, if we look at time series data we can use[...]
Both adults and children will enjoy this captivating collection of authentic Chinese fairy tales, based on legends, ghost stories, and myths. Stories include "The Flower-Elves," "The Dragon-Princess," "The Bird with Nine Heads," many others. 25 black-and-white illus.
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Presents eighteen traditional tales from West Africa, including "The Tortoise and the Leopard," "The Story of Muhammadu," and "The Magic Crocodile."[...]
29 authentic costumes and accessories for 2 dolls reflect rich cultural diversity. Costumes from Yoruba, Kenya, Ghana, Nigeria, South Africa, Zimbabwe, elsewhere.
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27 stickers of authentic Maya, Oaxaca, and Huichol Indian garb, plus other festive attire and accessories.
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One dark-eyed cutie, with colorful costumes traditionally worn by Brazilians of Indian, Portuguese, and African descent. 25 stickers.
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46 characters comprising the Japanese "alphabet" allow English-speaking children (or Japanese youngsters beginning to read and write) to jot down simple words in Japanese -- from ahiru (duck) to yubi (finger). 336 ready-to-color illustrations accompany Japanese characters and their English translite[...]