Search:

Results 211 to 220 of 465 | « previous |

Canadian architecture : evolving a cultural identity / by Jen, Leslie,author.;
"Canadian Architecture: Evolving a Cultural Identity surveys the country's most accomplished architectural firms, whose work enhances cities and landscapes across Canada's geographically varied expanse. Author Leslie Jen explores a number of significant projects in urban and rural environments--private residences, cultural and institutional facilities, and democratic public spaces--that profoundly influence our interactions with each other and the communities in which we live. Accompanied by stunning photography, Canadian Architecture is a testament to a thriving, diverse and innovative design culture that continues to play an integral role in shaping our national identity."--
Subjects: Photobooks.; Architectural design; Architectural firms; Architecture;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

While you were sleeping / by Scott, Briana Corr,1981-;
A nostalgic bedtime story that celebrates the milestones of growing up. From the earliest days, when baby is asleep in a wrap or sling, to their first night in a crib, to their very own big-kid bed, before finally moving to an adult bed of their own, While You Were Sleeping follows a diverse range of families from childhood to adulthood, highlighting the unsung activities parents engage in while their young ones are asleep. Whether it's wallpapering their baby's bedroom, making lunches for school, earning degrees, washing dishes, or taking their child for a soothing walk in the stroller.
Subjects: Stories in rhyme.; Picture books.; Bedtime; Families; Parent and child;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Five little ducks : first book of nursery games / by Busby, Ailie.;
Printed on durable board, these chunky treasuries makes excellent gifts for new parents. Suggestions for actions accompany many of the verses, encouraging participation. Colourful illustrations by Ailie Busby depict a diverse cast of children acting out the rhymes. These visual aids can be used to give context to the verses, and inspire conversations. Rhymes are a brilliant way to increase the number of words a baby hears. The ones in this series are short and easy to remember - why not sing some of them while you're waiting for your toast to pop-up?
Subjects: Board books.; Nursery rhymes, English;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Dinner pies : from shepherd's pies and pot pies to turnovers, quiches, hand pies, and more, with 100 delectable & foolproof recipes / by Haedrich, Ken,1954-;
"Dinner Pies includes 100 recipes for two-crust, one-crust, and no-crust pies. As a recognized master in the art of making pies, Ken Haedrich includes updated and perfected versions from the great savory pie traditions, including British, New England Yankee, and Southern - recipes for classics including cottage pie, shepard's pie and a best-ever chicken pot pie. But, as a world-eater and expert baker, Haedrich doesn't stop there. The remaining recipes span a variety of diverse cuisines, including French, Italian, Mexican, Spanish, Scandinavian, Middle Eastern and South African savory pies, among others"--Provided by publisher.LSC
Subjects: Pies.; Dinners and dining.; Cookbooks.;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

This is the canon : decolonize your bookshelves in 50 books / by Anim-Addo, Joan,author.; George, Kadija,author.; Osborne, Deirdre,author.;
Upending our traditionally white-dominated 'to be read' piles, Joan Anim-Addo, Deirdre Osborne and Kadija Sesay push to the fore the voices and cultural perspectives that demand a place on everyone's shelves. From literary giants such as Toni Morrison and Salman Rushdie to recent Man Booker Prize winners Paul Beatty and Bernardine Evaristo, the novels recommended in 'This is the Canon' are books that reflect the diverse experiences of people from around the world, of all backgrounds and all races. They are books that represent voices that have for too long been silenced or side-lined.
Subjects: Best books.; Fiction;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Some bunnies / by Nichols, Lydia.;
"The bunnies in this bright, playful board book come in all shapes, colors, and sizes, and while each is special in their own way, they all have things in common like cute wiggly noses and feet that hippity hop. Every page turn reveals a new layer to Lydia Nichol's adorable depiction of bunnies in their various homes of fields, barns, and houses. Perfect for bunny lovers of all ages, this rhyming story is a celebration of our long-eared hopping friends. Some Bunnies is part of the LAYERED VIEW board book series celebrating the ways in which our differences make the world a diverse place"--
Subjects: Stories in rhyme.; Board books.; Textured books.; Rabbits; Individual differences;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Europe / by Knufinke, Joana Costa.;
Includes bibliographical references (page 45) and index.From the ancient Greeks and Romans to the diverse peoples who inhabit the continent today, Europe has long been an important cultural and historical site. Readers will explore the entirety of this incredible continent, from the far reaches of Scandinavia to the Mediterranean Coast. Along the way, they will learn about important moments in Europes past, get to know its people, and come face to face with its wide range of wildlife. Features include engaging sidebars that highlight unique animals, landmarks and more; maps to show size, location and topography; glossaries; eye-catching images; charts, diagrams and more.LSC
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Babies around the world eating / by Puck.; Hartmann, April.;
"Sushi, corn on the cob, tacos, and curry! Come along on a trip around the world with a group of babies excited to show us their yummy foods and unique traditions. The journey takes us from a farmers' market in the United States (hamburgers, apples) to afloating market in Thailand (pad Thai, chicken satay), with stops in Mexico, Greece, India, China, and many more countries. These children welcome us into their homes with friendly greetings and tasty treats in an uplifting trip around this deliciously diverse planet. Featured countries in order of appearance in the book: United States, Mexico, Peru, Italy, Greece, Morocco, China, Japan, Thailand, India"--
Subjects: Board books.; Food; Food habits; Table;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Great Rift: Africa's Wild Heart. by Quarshie, Hugh,actor.; BBC Studios (Firm),dst; Kanopy (Firm),dst;
Hugh QuarshieOriginally produced by BBC Studios in 2010.Africa's Great Rift Valley runs four thousand miles from the Red Sea to the mouth of the Zambezi - a diverse landscape of erupting volcanoes, forest-clad mountains, spectacular valleys, rich grasslands and mighty rivers. Home to the greatest concentration of animals on Earth - lions, crocodiles, elephants, hippos and flocks of flamingos - and pastoralists such as the Maasai - this is a land in constant geological turmoil. Great Rift takes you to another world - a world of exotic extremes, where the forces of nature have shaped the landscape and so created a hotbed of evolution.Mode of access: World Wide Web.
Subjects: Documentary films.; Science.; Agriculture.; Zoology.; Environmental sciences.; Documentary films.; Television series.; Motion pictures.; History.; Africa.; Nature.; Earth sciences.; Documentary television programs.;
unAPI

Unsettling the Great White North : Black Canadian history / by Aladejebi, Funké,1983-editor.; Johnson, Michele A.,editor.;
Includes bibliographical references."An exhaustive volume of leading scholarship in the field of Black Canadian history, Unsettling the Great White North highlights the diverse experiences of persons of African descent within the chronicles of Canada's past. The book considers histories and theoretical framings within the disciplines of history, sociology, law, and cultural and gender studies to chart the mechanisms of exclusion and marginalization in "multicultural" Canada and to situate Black Canadians as speakers and agents of their own lives. Working to interrupt the myth of benign whiteness that has been deeply implanted into the country's imagination, Unsettling the Great White North uncovers new narratives of Black life in Canada."--
Subjects: Black people; Black people; Black Canadians; Black Canadians;
Available copies: 1 / Total copies: 1
unAPI

Results 211 to 220 of 465 | « previous |