Search Results: Titles starting with T from pacaritambo books

UK/USA: F.Warne & Co., 1994. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/No Jacket Issued. Colin Twinn. CONDIITON: UNREAD 1994 F. Warne hardcover (no DJ issued), first printing. Stated illustrations by Colin Twinn. A bit confused about that. Tiny tiny shelf wear. the color illustrations are adorable and kids will delight in where the flaps are: under tea cups; under blankets; in drawers, etc. CONTENT: The perfect gift for Christmas, this lift-the-flap book will provide hours and hours of fun for little hands as they read this old favorite in a whole new way. Brilliantly designed and engineered, a flap in each picture lifts up to reveal a wonderful surprise picture bursting with energy. The book features the original watercolors from Beatrix Potter's classic tale. Ages 2+.

Gingerbread House, 2008. 1st Paperback Edition Printing Unknown. Soft cover. New/No Jacket Issued. Katalin Szegedi color illustrations. CONDITION: NEW 2008 Gingerbread House paperback, first paperback edition, no printing given, assumed first. Beautiful color illustrations by Katalin Szegedi. CONTENT: With exquisite artwork and evocative text, this original fable explores the events of Jesus' life, and demonstrates the role of the Virgin Mary as the benevolent agent of God's people. Reduced to desolation by a king and prince who feel they have been wronged, the residents of a once-favored village must seek help from the queen, a native of their devastated town. Religious subjects are presented clearly in an allegorical style that proves entertaining, and also serves to provide children with examples of virtue and good behavior.

Schocken Books, 2020. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/No Jacket Issued. Mark Podwal color illustrations. CONDITION: NEW 2020 Schocken Books small hardcover (pictorial boards), NO DJ issued, first edition, first printing. Haunting color illustrations by Mark Podwal. Introduction by Elisha Wiesel. NOTE: Although I don't think so, this edition may have had a dust jacket originally, but this release did not have one. CONTENT: Elie Wiesel's heartbreaking narrative poem about history, immortality, and the power of song, accompanied by magnificent full-color illustrations by award-winning artist Mark Podwal. Based on an actual event that occurred during World War II in Poland. It is the evening before the holiday of Purim, and the Nazis have given the ghetto's leaders twenty-four hours to turn over ten Jews to be hanged to "avenge" the deaths of the ten sons of Haman, the villain of the Purim story, which celebrates the triumph of the Jews of Persia over potential genocide some 2,400 years ago. If… Read More

Little, Brown, 1988. 1st American Edition Assumed 1st. Hardcover. New/Very Good. Moira Kemp. CONDITION: UNREAD, but not perfect, 1988 Little, Brown hardcover (blue boards) and dust jacket (in mylar jacket), first US edition, assumed 1st printing. Beautiful color illustrations but mostly B&W illustrations by Moira Kemp. Problem: The DJ shows light edge wear especially at fold. There is light foxing top edges. CONTENT: This collection of tales includes folk tales and legends gathered on Williams-Ellis' travels to many countries in order 'to help children to increase their understanding of countries other than their own.'' The 22 tales are told in a fashion clearly derived from the oral tradition: each could be used effectively for storytelling exactly as written. While a few of the stories are familiar, such as "The Fifty Red Night-Caps'' and "Tom-Tit- Tot,'' most are less well known and will provide a rich source for storytellers. Each tale is… Read More

Crossroad Books, 1992. 1st Paperback Edition Printing Unknown. Soft cover. New/No Jacket Issued. John O'Brien B&W illustrations and cover art. CONDITION: UNREAD 1992 Crossroad Books paperback, appears to be first paperback edition (1981), but no printing is given. Interesting B&W illustrations (and cover art) by John O'Brien. CONTENT: Here, the charming, mature stories from the internationallly beloved monk are accompanied by original art. Like the parables of Jesus, these tales repeatedly unfold new levels of meaning if we are willing to sit with them. "Theophane's view of God was expansive. It was about God as the center of deep belonging. It was about God as the purveyor of Grace, not judgement. It was about God who celebrated the messy and ordinary and found it sacred. This book is a worthy addition to great devotional and meditative works." " Especially beloved from Tales are the following: "The Pearl of Great Price",… Read More

Hyperion, 1999. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/New. Michael McCurdy color illustrations. CONDITION: NEW 1999 Hyperion Books for Young People hardcover(yellow boards) & dust jacket, first edition, first printing. Color illustrations by Michael McCurdy. CONTENT: San Souci skillfully condenses complex work of fiction into its key components. He skims over the drama preceding Tarzan's birth to Lord and Lady Greystoke, victims of a shipboard mutiny, and quickly plunges readers into the eventful circumstances of Tarzan's adoption by a young female ape. This treatment emphasizes Tarzan's success in teaching himself to read, and his use of intelligence along with physical strength, a combination that results in his becoming king of the apes. San Souci's expert pacing and sense for the essential story line give his adaptation an air of completeness. An endnote addresses literary and philosophical underpinnings of the story as well as the author's use of the source material; it may well inspire kids… Read More

Lothrop, Lee & Shephard, 1992. 1st Edition 2nd Printing. Hardcover. Very Good +/New. Tara Darling color photos. CONDITION: Very Good +, perused (or gently pre-read in parts) 1992 Lothrop, Lee & Shephard hardcover (pictorial boards) & dust jacket, first edition, 2nd printing. Color photos are by Tara Darling and it is simply amazing she got so close to the animals. CONTENT: A book about one of the least darling of all the Earth's creatures. Indeed, this fine book with expressive, revealing photographs is not for any budding zoologists who turn green-at-the-gills at the first sight of blood. The pictures here are unflinchingly accurate, matching the animal's basic characteristics described in the noteworthy text: voracious eating habits, angry temperament, cannibalistic tendencies, and savage sibling rivalries. Subsequent chapters offer clear, witty explanations of the devil's birth, development, fighting ability, eating preferences, nocturnal nature, excellent senses, and… Read More

Random House, 1993. 1st Edition 7th printing. Hardcover. Very Good+/New. Jody Wheeler color illustrations. CONDITION: Very Good+ 1993 Random House hardcover (pictorial boards) & dust jacket, first edition, 7th printing. BEautiful and detailed color illustrations by Jody Wheeler. PROBLEM The last Tea Party has been perused and perhaps copied - The Garden Tea Party. CONTENT: Little girls will be inspired to have tea parties with this guide to the art of the tea party. Brimming with simple menus, kid-pleasing recipes, and lovely decoration and favor ideas, each party has a theme--from valentine and teddy-bear teas to rainy-day and garden teas. This is not only an informative book, but beautiful as well.

Charlesbridge, 2010. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/New. Tim Nihoff color illustrations. CONDITION: NEW 2010 Charlesbridge hardcover (pictorial boards) & dust jacket, first edition, first printing. Very cute color teddy bears by Tim Nihoff. CONTENT: In a follow-up to Teddy Bear Counting, young learners can build on their math skills with their colorful teddy bear friends. Math concepts include sorting, graphing, counting, adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing. Even kindergartners can learn complicated math skills easily with these bouncy rhymes, familiar teddy bear manipulatives, and step-by-step instructions that make learning math fun and exciting. Simple, bright illustrations show children how to set up their teddy bear sets, graphs, and equations, with plenty of white space to make each step clear. Cute teddies and a few helping hands will ensure that little ones can't wait to go back to the beginning and do more math!

Centering Corporation, 2001. Revised Ediiton Printing Unknown. Soft cover. New/No Jacket Issued. Kristi McClendon color illustrations. CONDITION: UNREAD (clean & tight) 2001 Centering Corporation paperback (stapled wraps), revised edition. Color illustrations are by Kristi McClendon. CONTENT: This is a gentle, but informative, book for young children dealing with loss of a loved one - the entire sequence of the actual death to the funeral and burial or cremation. I don't see this book as religious nor do I see it as anti-religious, but as the compassionate science of death with a lesson on observing the feelings and beliefs of those who are grieving also. I found it moving, accurate, and comforting in catering to the questions and feelings of a child. Perhaps you will also.

Clarion , 1996. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/New. Kate Kiesler color illustrations. CONDITION: NEW 1996 Clarion hardcover (pictorial boards) & dust jacket, first edition, first printing. Color illustrations by Kate Kiesler. CONTENT: This endearing tale is sure to find favor wherever cat stories are in demand. Worshipped as a god with servants to coddle him, a temple cat in ancient Egypt yearns for the freedom to live as a normal feline. So he slips away and travels until he reaches a fisherman's hut by the sea, where he discovers the humble pleasures of a "real" supper, a scratch behind the ears, and the joy of playing with children and being loved by them. If readers have regrets over the abandoned believers, there is no consolation offered, only an illustration on the back cover showing the god's empty pillow. The language is direct and spare but still descriptive, and the layout is consistent (full-page oil paintings opposite pages of text), making this a… Read More

Chronicle Books, 1991. 1st Paperback Edition 5th or later Printing. Soft cover. New/No Jacket Issued. Sylvia Long. CONDITION: NEW c. 1992 Chronicle Books paperback, 5th printing. Adorable and vibrant color illustrations by Sylvia Long. CONTENT: Weaving, fishing, and storytelling are all part of this spirited book that celebrates Native American traditions as it teaches young children to count from one to ten. The book's whimsical illustrations, reminiscent of Beatrix Potter, glow with brilliant color and are filled with fascinating detail. Each number introduces a facet of traditional Native American culture, such as Pueblo corn dances or Navajo weaving, and the simple, rhyming text is enhanced by a brief afterword on Native American customs. Ideal for storytime or bedtime, this is a book sure to leave children counting rabbits instead of sheep.

Chronicle Books, 1991. 1st Edition 5th or later Printing. Hardcover. New/Near Fine. Sylvia Long. CONDITION: UNREAD c. 1992 Chronicle Books hardcover (pictorial boards) & DJ (in mylar jacket), 1st edition, 8th printing. Adorable and vibrant color illustrations by Sylvia Long. Blank Bookplate. Name in pale yellow (not readable) top DJ edge. Working on getting rid of that. CONTENT: Weaving, fishing, and storytelling are all part of this spirited book that celebrates Native American traditions as it teaches young children to count from one to ten. The book's whimsical illustrations, reminiscent of Beatrix Potter, glow with brilliant color and are filled with fascinating detail. Each number introduces a facet of traditional Native American culture, such as Pueblo corn dances or Navajo weaving, and the simple, rhyming text is enhanced by a brief afterword on Native American customs. Ideal for storytime or bedtime, this is a book sure to leave children counting rabbits instead of sheep.

GV Editores and ESF, 1986. 20th Printing Unknown. Soft cover. New/No Jacket Issued. Color & B&W photos. CONDITION & CONTENT: TWO PAPERBACK BOOKS ON HISTORICAL SITES IN MEXICO, Published in Mexico, but in English. TEOTIHUACAN: City of the Gods - UNREAD 1986 GV editores trade paperback, 19th edition. Includes a removable color map and description of the area attached to the inside back cover. Teotihuacan was a multi-ethnic city, with distinct quarters occupied by Otomi, Zapotec, Mixtec, Maya and Nahua peoples. The geographical layout of Teotihuacan is a good example of the Mesoamerican tradition of planning cities, settlements, and buildings as a reflections of their view of the Universe. TULUM: Practical Guide & Photo Album - UNREAD 2005 ESF trade paperback, 20th edition. Color and B&W photos. Nice history of the area. Tulum is often called "Maya-By-The-Sea." The 13th-century, walled Mayan archaeological site at Tulum National Park overlooks the sea. It incorporates the clifftop Castillo, built as a… Read More

Scholastic, 2012. 1st Paperback Edition 2nd Printing. Soft cover. As New/No Jacket Issued. B&W era photos + color drawings. CONDITION: What makes this "as new"? - pale short diagonal crease bottom corner front cover panel. UNREAD, but not quite perfect, 2012 Scholastic paperback, first edition, second printing. B&W era photos plus color drawings. CONTENT: Between 1941 and 1945, the small town of Terezín, Czechoslovakia, was a transit camp for thousands of Jewish people. It was a Nazi "show" camp, where inmates were forced to use their artistic talents to fool the world about the truth of gas chambers and horrific living conditions for imprisoned Jews. Here is their story, told through the firsthand accounts and artwork of those who were there. Back matter includes a time line, a glossary, sources, and an index. grade 7+.

Saga Press, 2018. 1st American Edition 1. Hardcover. New/New. Donato Giancola jacket art. CONDITION: NEW 2018 Saga Press hardcover (black boards) & dust jacket, first US edition, first printing. Beautiful jacket art by Donato Giancola. CONTENT: In the sequel to The Gospel of Loki, Loki's adventures continue when he finds a way out of the end of the world and plans to restart the power of the Norse gods. The end of the world-also known as Ragnarok to the Norse gods-has occurred, and Loki has been trapped in a seemingly endless purgatory, in torture, until he finds a way to escape. It seems that he still exists in the minds of humanity and uses that as a way to our time. Back in the ninth world (Earth), Loki finds himself sharing the mind of a teenage girl named Jumps, who is a bit of a mess. She's also not happy about Loki sneaking his way into her mind, since she was originally calling on Thor. Worse, her friends have also been co-opted by the gods: Odin, Jump's one-eyed best… Read More

College Station, Texas: Texas A&M Athletic Department, 2006. 1st Edition Printing Unknown. Hardcover. Near Fine/No Jacket Issued. B&W photos. CONDITION: Gently read to page 14 (and abandoned) 2006 Texas A&M Athletics hardcover (pictorial boards), no printing given. CONTENT: Loaded with B&W photos of the team in action plus individual player photos and bio, including Red Bryant of the Seattle Seahawks. Gig 'em. Whoop. Ships from Texas.

St. Martin's Press/Castle Point Books, 2021. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/No Jacket Issued. Shutterstock color photos. CONDITION: NEW 2021 St Martin's hardcover (no DJ issued), first edition, first printing. Decorated end pages. Gold foil apple front cover with tiny gold foil accents. CONTENTS: "A good education can change anyone. A good teacher can change everything." The support of a teacher is everything. They guide us when the road is rocky, they build confidence when we need it most, and they show us strengths we didn't know we had. It's their tireless devotion that helps us succeed. Thank You for Teaching celebrates the remarkable people who shape us as we learn and grow, and who point us toward our brightest future. So ease up a bit and let them do their jobs.

Sandpiper/Houghton Mifflin Harcourt, 2005. 1st Paperback Edition Printing Unknown. Soft cover. New/No Jacket Issued. Emily Arnold McCully color illus.. CONDITION: NEW 2005 Sandpiper paperback, first PB edition, printing unknown Wonderful color illustrations by Emily Arnold McCully. CONTENT: What do leprechauns do? They bury a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow, of course. But as Mrs. Bally Bunion's ox, Miss Maude Murphy's hen, and Old Jamie soon find out, they can't resist having a little fun along the way. For, besides burying pots of gold, mischief is what leprechauns do! From this amazing picture book duo comes a lively fun tale that's perfect for mischief makers of all ages! Reviewer: "This is one of the cutest books I've ever read, full of mischief and great illustrations. There are not many St. Patrick's Day books that are this good for a young child, and this certainly tops the bunch for creativity and mirth. But it is also a wonderful book at any time… Read More

Clarion , 2017. 1st Edition 1st Printing. Hardcover. New/New. Sergio Ruzzier color illustrations. CONDITION: NEW 2017 Clarion hardcover (pictorial boards) & dust jacket (in mylar cover - protect the white!), first edition, first printing. Clever color illustrations by Sergio Ruzzier. CONTENT: Nosy Fox looks in a box and starts off a chain of repeated attempts to rebuild a disassembled robot. As new characters are introduced, they add new parts, but the robot still sputters and fails to function. Finally, "Me," a young blonde girl, appears with the key and cranks the robot to life, and off it goes. The text is playful and creative and a great way to introduce challenging vocabulary and the concept of rhyming words (eager beaver pulls a lever, blue gnu twists a screw). The repetition is reminiscent of that of "The House That Jack Built." The story is a mouthful but fun to read aloud. Ruzzier's illustrations are exciting and enticing.This is an excellent selection for… Read More