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Culture in Singapore
Looks at a small multicultural island nation that has become one of the world's great cities. Read how traditions and customs survive amid the fast-paced life of modern Singapore. Learn about the influence of ethnic groups and how the nation has strived to build a culture that is distinctly Singaporean.
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- 174070133X
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- 32 pages : illustration : 28 cm
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- 959.57 GUI
Design essentials : professional studio techniques
An illustrated, step-by-step guide for creating digital art and graphic effects using both Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator software. The book offers graphic designers, illustrators, and photographers a collection of updated, time-saving techniques for creating breathtaking electronic designs--plus new material for updated software.
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- 0672485389
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- 102 pages : illustration ; 22 cm
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- 776 DES
The arts
Indonesia offers a captivating first-hand account of life in one of Australia's closest and most important neighbours. Its valuable insights into the daily life, culture, traditions and beliefs of the Indonesian people were all gained through first-hand interviews.
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- 9781420205060
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- 32 pages : illustration : 28 cm
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- Indonesia: Land, Life and Culture
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- 959.8 SER
What is a Fairy Tale?
Fairy tales have existed in every culture around the world, teaching children stories of characters in imaginary worlds who undergo hardship but learn to overcome their difficult circumstances. This compelling book covers the basic components that make up fairy tales, as well as the purpose these fantastic tales serve in culture.
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- 9781622752157
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- The Britannica Common Core Library
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- 808 HAR
What is a legend?
Legends are riveting tales that are based on real events, but exaggerated so that they are not completely true. In this book, readers will learn the most important aspects of what defines a legend, as well as how to tell fact from fiction in these semi-historical tales.
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- 9781622752058
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- The Britannica Common Core Library
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- 808 HAR
What is a fable?
With bright photographs and illustrations, this volume explains the concept of a fable—defining the genre, detailing its characteristics, and reproducing some of the most famous examples of these stories from cultures around the world. Included in the Common Core Reading standards, the fable is an irrefutably fundamental genre that allows young readers to learn universal morals by using anima…
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- 9781622752003
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- The Britannica Common Core Library
- Call Number
- 808 HAR
The Olympic Games : some surprising events
A tug-of-war. Chariot sabotaging. Events ruined by the weather, cheating, disqualified competitors, and protests. Does this sound like the Olympic Games to you? The "modern" Olympic Games were founded as a friendly sporting competition between nations. Although most competitors across the centuries have taken part in the Olympics in a friendly spirit, The Olympic Games : Some Surprising Events …
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- 0439648998
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- 32 pages : illustration : 21 cm
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- 796.4 DAW
Smart robots
Although they seem to be the creations of science-fiction stories and films, robots perform important tasks for humans. From robots that explore space or work in dangerous locations, to those that help out in the house, robots are becoming smarter and more useful. Imagine having a pet robot dog or cat! Meet some Smart Robots and discover the new and amazing things they can do.
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- 9780439649155
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- 40 pages : illustration ; 20 cm
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- 629.8 HAN
Under cover of darkness : animals that move at night
Do you ever wonder what happens during the night while you are asleep? Many animals prefer to wait until it is dark to come out and search for food. These nocturnal creatures usually have a good reason for sleeping during the daylight hours. Under Cover of Darkness explores the oceans, deserts, forests, and grasslands to discover the creatures that stay hidden there by day.
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- 9780439649070
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 21 cm
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- 591 GRA
Monster mini-beasts
There are over one million known species of insects in the world, of many different sizes, shapes, and colors. Because insects are so small, it is difficult to find out much about them. The amazing photos in monster mini-beasts let us take a much closer look at some of these amazing little creatures, and show us how they are equipped to survive in their different habitats.
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- 9780439648981
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- 32 pages : illustration ; 21 cm
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- 595.7 LEW
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