Nature Close-Up - Pill Bugs & Sow Bugs and Other Custaceans (Nature Close-Up)

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Photographs by Dwight Kuhn

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Explore the weird world of carnivorous plants in this book, learning how and why these plants trap insects and other tiny prey. Instructions for growing some of the more common plants are included, along with experiments that deepen understanding of these oddballs of the plant world.

Nature Close-Up - Grubs and Other Garden Pests (Nature Close-Up)

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Nature Close-Up - Grubs and Other Garden Pests (Nature Close-Up)
Kuhn/Pascoe
Manufacturer: Blackbirch Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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Grubs, slugs, weevils, caterpillars -- this book presents a rogue's gallery of garden pests. Hands-on activities let you find out more about the lives of these creatures.

Crickets and Grasshoppers (Nature Close-Up) (Nature Close-Up)

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Excellent photographs - they bring it all to life!

Crickets and Grasshoppers (Nature Close-Up) (Nature Close-Up)
Elaine Pascoe
Manufacturer: Blackbirch Press
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1567111769

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Photographs by Dwight Kuhn

How-to collection; build a cricket or grasshopper home, investigate a cricket's social life; find out what makes crickets sing and whether grasshoppers prefer certain colors.

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Excellent photographs - they bring it all to life!.......2001-03-11

I thought that the pictures give all the information about these creatures a whole new meaning. I think photographs, especially the real thing makes it so much more interesting and intriguing to young children. Theory often is not as catching as the visual and sensory aspect of science and nature learning

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Snails Up Close (Minibeasts Up Close)
Greg Pyers
Manufacturer: Raintree
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Ages 4-8 | Children's Books | Subjects | Books

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ASIN: 1410915395

Close-Up on Insects: A Photographer's Guide

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Close to the Creepie Crawlies
Good book, but not remarkable

Close-Up on Insects: A Photographer's Guide
Robert Thompson
Manufacturer: Guild of Master Craftsman
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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As one of Europe's foremost authorities on insect photography, Robert Thompson insists that a medium format camera system is the key to producing quality images in the field. In this definitive study of his renowned techniques, instructive text and 300 color photographs celebrate the glory of the natural world in the most striking way possible-right up close. From choosing a camera system and accessories to understanding principles of composition and design, Thompson offers practical guidance and professional techniques that can make anyone a better photographer. He explains the best places and times of day to locate your insect subjects and detailed technical discussions of such topics as extreme magnification, innovative uses of filters and flash, operating in the field and even marketing your work for publication or sale. Thompson's breathtaking images, broad entomological knowledge, and contagious enthusiasm make this a volume equally appealing to both photographers and naturalists.

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Close to the Creepie Crawlies.......2004-09-10

"Close up on Insects" is a guide to the macrophotography of insects. Anyone without specialized equipment and skills who has ever tried to take a picture of a butterfly, will realize the need for this book, which covers all the bases.

The author explores this field in a methodical way, starting with chapters on equipment (he favors medium-format cameras) and moving on to subjects like exposure, magnification and depth of field, ways to increase magnification, working with flash and natural light, composition and design and operating in the field. The author assumes you know something about these areas in general photography and emphasizes the special skills for insect photography. In the second part of the book he discusses subject matter, including dragonflies, butterflies, moths, caterpillars and other insect groups, again from the point of view of photographing these insects. He also briefly discusses managing your photographic collection, marketing and selling your work and photographing abroad. The book is profusely illustrated with the author's pictures of insects, with a brief description of his considerations in taking each picture.

If close-ups of insects are your interest, this book will tell you how to do it. Unfortunately much of the material is repetitious, which you may appreciate if you want to know that the same techniques apply to shooting dragonflies and moths. The technical skills are covered more concisely in one chapter in John Shaw's "Nature Photography Field Guide", although the emphasis is not on insects.

Moreover most of the pictures are record shots of standing insects, with no flight shots, although the vivid colors in some pictures are quite striking. However, there are certainly none of the magnificent and awesome photographs contained in John Brackenbury's "Close Up" (although that book is disappointing as a guide to technique).

The insect descriptions are general rather than species specific, although the author does provide a good list of references. Most of these will be of more help to photographers in the British Isles than other places, although the author is always careful to include at least one U.S. reference.

I don't quite know what to make of the chapters on managing a collection, marketing, and photographing abroad. They are really too generalized to be of much use.

Still if you want to learn the specifics of insect photography in more detail than Shaw provides, this book will prove useful.

Good book, but not remarkable.......2004-05-19

This book does well at covering the basics of insect photography. The author begins by giving a broad review of general photographic principles. Almost all of this is better-covered in general photography books, and it doesn't add much. About the only thing unusual in this section is the author's encouragement that medium format cameras are the best choice for insect macro photography. He gives some good arguments for this, and adequately covers most of the reasons NOT to use medium format, except that he completely omits any mention of the problems with depth of field inherent in medium format.

The author definitely is an entomologist, and appears extremely knowledgeable about insects and behavior. We benefit from his expertise because most of the last half of the book is chapters on several common insect groups, with advice on photographing each type. This is by far the best part of the book--This part rates four stars.

The book concludes with a very brief section on organizing your photo files, and marketing your work. Nothing special here.

As is typical in nature photography books, each page is heavily illustrated with photos from the atuhor's files. Many of the photos are gorgeous. The author is from Europe, and most of his subjects are naturally European species.

The book does well on discussing technique in terms of approaching insects, and where to look for some common types of insect. It doesn't do a very good job of discussing a number of techniques special to macro photography. For instance, the author does mention use of reflectors for lighting in at least one place, but other than saying it can be handy, he gives no specific advice. He repeatedly talks about using water tanks to shoot aquatic species under controlled conditions, but never gives any specific advice. The book was published in 2002, and is good in acknowledging some recent technical developments and products among film cameras, but I don't recall even a brief allusion to digital--This isn't really a flaw, but it is peculiar.

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Photographs by Dwight Kuhn

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Photographs by Dwight Kuhn

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This award-winning 12 volume science series continues. Easy-to-do projects introduce kids to the basics of scientific method (hypothesis, observation, conclusion) as they get a "hands on" understanding of the nature of living things. Stunning photos, fascinating background material, and focused experiments combine to teach biology and excite young students about scientific process. Each volume includes:

Materials Source List
Glossary
Further Reading
Index

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This is the perfect guide for the student studying esthetics or the professional considering working in the field or starting a day spa business.

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SalonOvations Day Spa Techniques.. independent seller.......2005-01-09

I just recieved my copy of SalonOvations Day Spa Techniques and at this point I've only browsed the pages. It looks very interesting and useful. However, I'm really writing at this time to rave about the seller I received it from; Leslie66, who wrote me a kind email after the sale, letting me know about the prompt and effecient method by which the book was mailed out. And after having recieved it, I can say it is in excellent condition and appears to be everything the seller advertised.

Amazing Book.......2002-03-15

This is an amazingly informative book if you are even thinking of starting a large upscale day spa or a very small day spa. Everything you need to know about everything is in this book. I would highly recommend this book!

A Priceless Resource.......2000-03-27

Day Spa Operations has been the most comprehensive guide to day spa start-up that I have encountered. I am in the process of starting a day spa and I can't imagine attempting this task without this valuable resource. It is a must read for anyone attempting a day spa start up, or just wanting to improve their current business. Having a copy of Day Spa Operations is like having your own personal day spa consultant. I will defintely check out other books in the SalonOvations series on the strength of this title by Erica Miller.

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Organic Salad Garden
Joy Larkcom
Manufacturer: Frances Lincoln
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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The Organic Gardener's Handbook of Natural Insect and Disease Control: A Complete Problem-Solving Guide to Keeping Your Garden and Yard Healthy Without Chemicals

ASIN: 0711222045

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The Organic Salad Garden is a newly updated version of The Salad Garden, a classic revered by gardeners. It includes extensive new material, particularly on oriental and fruiting vegetables and ornamental gardening, and is now entirely based on organic gardening practices.

Salad greens; spring, summer and fall.(organic gardening): An article from: Countryside & Small Stock Journal

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Salad greens; spring, summer and fall.(organic gardening): An article from: Countryside & Small Stock Journal
Crow Miller
Manufacturer: Countryside Publications Ltd.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Digital

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ASIN: B00093HSH6
Release Date: 2005-07-28

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This digital document is an article from Countryside & Small Stock Journal, published by Countryside Publications Ltd. on March 1, 1995. The length of the article is 796 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

From the supplier: Lettuce can be grown throughout the hottest months of summer if it receives the proper care. The soil should be well composted and fertilized and seedlings should be thinned carefully to keep plants close together to hold in moisture. The plants will need to be shaded with a cloth covered frame.

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Title: Salad greens; spring, summer and fall.(organic gardening)
Author: Crow Miller
Publication: Countryside & Small Stock Journal (Magazine/Journal)
Date: March 1, 1995
Publisher: Countryside Publications Ltd.
Volume: v79 Issue: n2 Page: p30(1)

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Organic Salad Garden
Joy Larkcom
Manufacturer: ANTIQUE COLLECTORS + CLUB (NY)
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000N64RIW

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Organic Salad Garden
Joy Larkcom
Manufacturer: LINCOLN FRANCES
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000K2TRH0

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Typical Paolini excellence.......2007-05-07

I love this book. I bought it for my kids to give me for Mother's Day. I'm a handspinner and just love this story about Charlie the shepherd who needs a new cloak. He goes through all the steps from shearing his sheep to sewing the finished fabric together into a new cloak. It has great humor and is a fun read.

Superb preschool book!.......2006-12-23

I enjoy dePaola's books very much, but this one I am extra enthusiastic about. I work in a classroom of 3,4 and 5 year olds, and I am responsible for selecting literature for, and reading to, the younger children in the class. Sometimes when I am reading a dePaola book I have to cut some of the narrative to keep their attention. I don't have to do that at all with this book. This is a book that will keep the 3 year old's attention and still offer something to the older children as well. A lot of the charm of this story is the pictures which feature the action outlined in the text as to what Charlie is doing and also clearly represents the agendas of a spunky sheep and craftly mouse. YOung children love to discover these little "surprises" within the illustrations.

Charlie Needs a Cloak.......2006-07-13

Tomie dePaola always writes such good books, that I don't worry if it will be good, I know it will be. I will be using this book to help with a yarn/fiber art unit in class. I have enjoyed reading it and I know my students will like it too.

Great for teaching sequencing...........2005-11-02

While I am a pre-service teacher, the second grade classroom that I am observing is currently working with _Charlie Needs a Cloak_and sequencing. The students are given the prompt of each of Charlie's actions on 'wool' pieces and then the students write 2-3 complete sentences using various punctuation. Also, there is a story within a story, which students (at least these 12 second graders) showed enthusiasm with prediction and sequencing. The story within a story format is one big reason why I am a fan of this book!

from white fleece to red cloak.......2005-06-16

Though it's rated at the pre-school level, I've found Charlie Needs a Cloak to be useful and entertaining for kids up to third grade. In my work as a museum educator, this delightful tale serves as a valuable intro to the world of pre-industrial textile production, especially in colonial America. The illustrations are humorous, which dePaola is famous for. Charlie needs a new cloak, and he takes the reader through the process of making one, from shearing his whimsical sheep, who help him with his work, to weaving, dyeing, and sewing the new garment. Too bad Charlie doesn't notice, as soon as he puts it on, that his favorite sheep is already chewing on his hem!

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So, so sweet!

Charlie Needs a Cloak

Manufacturer: Macmillan/Mcgraw-Hill School Div
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0021462178

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So, so sweet!.......2006-11-01

With typical dePaola understated humor and simple yet lovely drawings, "Charlie Needs a Cloak" is a wonderful look at where fabric comes from. Younger children will love seeing Charlie turn a sheep's wool into yarn, which is then woven into a cloak. Older kids will enjoy teh story of self-sufficiency as Charlie, a young shepherd, takes the initiative to meet his own needs. A dePaola classic -- a must-have for any home or school library!

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Charlie Needs A Cloak
Tomie De Paola
Manufacturer: Scholastic, 1973
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000GRRQAO

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Charlie Needs a Cloak
Tomie De Paola
Manufacturer: Prentice-Hall
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover
ASIN: B000J2DCBI

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Charlie Needs a Cloak

Manufacturer: Scholastic
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

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Charlie Needs a Cloak ; Paperback & Cd
Tomie dePaola
Manufacturer: Scholastic
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio CD
ASIN: B000X5NX4M

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"Charlie Needs a Cloak"

Manufacturer: Scholastic
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Cassette
ASIN: 059061195X

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Charlie Needs a Cloak

Manufacturer: Sra
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback

General | Ages 4-8 | Children's Books | Subjects | Books
ASIN: 0021462321

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Charlie Needs a Cloak
Tomie De Paola
Manufacturer: Scholastic
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Audio Cassette
ASIN: B000SQLDQQ

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Audio cassette with paperback book edition.

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Charlie Needs a Cloak

Manufacturer: Scholastic Inc.
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Paperback
ASIN: B000HF345G

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