Christie Matheson Bücher

Dieser Baum ist verzaubert. Tippe ihn einmal an, dann blättere um. Jetzt kannst du schon ein grünes Blatt sehen. Berühre nun vorsichtig die einzelnen Knospen und schau, was passiert … Dieses Bilderbuch zum Thema Jahreszeiten aus der Naturkind-Reihe animiert zum Mitmachen und zeigt kleinen Kindern ab 3 Jahren spielerisch, wie sich ein Baum im Laufe eines Jahres verändert. • In Europa hergestellt • Farben auf Pflanzenölbasis • Bis zu 90% Recycling-Papier Mehr Infos rund um die Naturkind-Reihe: www.naturkind.org

Der Mond steigt auf am Horizont. Am Himmel zeigt sich ein erster Stern.Berühre ihn vorsichtig, dann blätter um. Jetzt kannst du sehen, dass er nicht mehr alleine ist! Dann streiche über das Nachtblau und schau, was passiert ... Dieses Bilderbuch zu den Themen Nacht und Einschlafen aus der Naturkind-Reihe animiert zum Mitmachen und zeigt kleinen Kindern ab 3 Jahren spielerisch, wie die Tiere und Pflanzen schlafen gehen und sich der Tag in die Nacht verwandelt. In Europa hergestellt Farben auf Pflanzenölbasis Bis zu 90% Recycling-Papier Mehr Infos rund um die Naturkind-Reihe:www.naturkind.org

When a world-famous shoe designer walked into his surprise birthday party and saw the cake that was waiting for him--a Manolo stiletto perched alluringly next to a tissue-filled shoebox--it was his turn to ogle someone else's talent. The cake, created by Elisa Strauss of Confetti Cakes in New York City, was a sensation. Not only did everyone at the party want to know how it was made, they wanted to know how to create something as dazzling themselves. This unique book contains projects for every skill level: from gorgeous, sugar-dusted heart cookies to delightful billiard-ball cupcakes, to sculpted cakes in the shape of wine bottles and Chinese takeout boxes, to the extravagantly beautiful, threetiered embroidery cake showcased on Sex and the City. With delicious recipes, stunning creations for every occasion, suggestions for time-saving shortcuts, and hot tips for fabulous results, all illustrated with gorgeous photographs and easy-to follow diagrams, THE CONFETTI CAKES COOKBOOK is a must-have for the outrageously chic baker in all of us.

A heart-wrenching middle grade debut that considers homelessness from one girl's perspective and explores deep truths about the resounding impact of empathy. Perfect for fans of One for the Murphys and Paper Things. Fifth grade can be tough for anyone. There are cliques and mean kids and homework and surprise math tests. But after tragedy strikes her family, almost-eleven-year-old Maya has a painful secret that makes many days feel nearly impossible. And today might be Maya's toughest yet. Her family is on edge, she needs to travel alone across the city, a bully is out to get her, and Maya has to face this winter's biggest rainstorm without a coat or an umbrella. But even on the rainiest days, there's hope that the sun will come out soon. Emotional and compassionate, Shelter looks at homelessness through one girl's eyes and explores the power of empathy, friendship, and love.

Search for hidden birds and count them, too, in this seek-and-find picture book with a satisfying surprise. Delicate artwork, a focus on counting, and an engaging treasure hunt will entice fans of Janell Cannon's Stellaluna and Steve Light's Have You Seen My Dragon?

Appropriate for even the youngest child, Plant the Tiny Seed is never the same book twice-no matter how many times you read it!And for curious young nature lovers, a page of facts about seeds, flowers, and the insects and animals featured in the book is included at the end.

One girl and her soccer team take a stand against the bullies who push them too far in this brave, inspiring novel that celebrates girl power and the true spirit of sports. Perfect for readers who love The Crossover and Fighting Words. "A tale of terrific girl power and athleticism." —Kirkus Reviews Twelve-year-old Alex loves playing soccer, and she’s good at it, too. Very good. When her skills land her a free ride to play for Select, an elite soccer club, it feels like a huge opportunity. Joining Select could be the key to a college scholarship and a bright future—one that Alex’s family can’t promise her. But as the team gets better and better, her new coach pushes the players harder and harder, until soccer starts to feel more like punishment than fun. And then there comes a point where enough is enough, and Alex and her teammates must take a stand to find a better way to make their soccer dreams come true. Powerful and inspiring, Select explores the important difference between positive and negative coaching and celebrates the true spirit of sports.

A founder of New York City's Confetti Cakes shares recipes for an array of highly decorative children's cakes, cookies, and cupcakes, in a step-by-step guide that includes such baking project ideas as a sock monkey, an MP3 player, and hula gingerbread figures.

This interactive bedtime story proves nighttime isn't scary at all. The gentle journey from sunset to sunrise shows even the youngest children the magic of the nighttime sky—and lets them make magic happen! A companion to the popular and acclaimed Tap the Magic Tree. This board book edition is the perfect size for little hands. What happens while you're sleeping? With lush, beautiful watercolors and cut-paper collage, Christie Matheson reveals the magic of the nighttime sky, using the same kinds of toddler-perfect interactive elements as her acclaimed Tap the Magic Tree. Wave good-bye to the sun, gently press the firefly, make a wish on a star, rub the owls on their heads, and . . . shhhh. No two readings of this book will be the same. That along with the gentle, soothing rhythm, makes Touch the Brightest Star a bedtime winner—no matter how many times you and your child read it. “This exploration of the world at night should be inviting to even the very youngest children, who will also enjoy its imagination-fueled and child-powered interactivity.”—The Horn Book

"Everyone loves a bundt cake! This cookbook will have more than 50 recipes, including classics like Orange Pecan, decadent versions like the updated Tunnel of Fudge, and sophisticated flavors like Lemon-Basil for the food snob in all of us. Mini-bundts will also be included and a small selection of bundts from the blogosphere will round out the list"--Provided by publisher.

All the colors of the rainbow are hidden in the garden, but can the little bee find them-with help from the reader?

The newest book from acclaimed, award-winning Chicago chef Gale Gand.

Na začátku je strom. A když zaťukáš, zatleskáš, zatřeseš, začnou se dít kouzla! „Důkaz, že na interaktivitu nepotřebujete aplikace.“ New York Times „Krásný příběh čtyř ročních období jednoho stromu.“