Storm in a Teacup: The Physics of Everyday Life

Author: Helen Czerski
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
ISBN: 0393248976
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 330

Book Description
“[Czerski’s] quest to enhance humanity’s everyday scientific literacy is timely and imperative.”—Science Storm in a Teacup is Helen Czerski’s lively, entertaining, and richly informed introduction to the world of physics. Czerski provides the tools to alter the way we see everything around us by linking ordinary objects and occurrences, like popcorn popping, coffee stains, and fridge magnets, to big ideas like climate change, the energy crisis, or innovative medical testing. She provides answers to vexing questions: How do ducks keep their feet warm when walking on ice? Why does it take so long for ketchup to come out of a bottle? Why does milk, when added to tea, look like billowing storm clouds? In an engaging voice at once warm and witty, Czerski shares her stunning breadth of knowledge to lift the veil of familiarity from the ordinary.

First You Build a Cloud

Author: K. C. Cole
Publisher: Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
ISBN: 9780156006460
Category : Science
Languages : en
Pages : 252

Book Description
Demystifying physics in a fascinating read, "First You Build a Cloud" does for physics what the bestselling "The Universe and the Teacup" did for math.

Teacup

Author: Rebecca Young
Publisher: Penguin
ISBN: 0735227772
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 41

Book Description
A stunning picture book that addresses life’s big journeys with hope, beauty, and reassurance School Library Journal [STARRED REVIEW!] “[A] moving, allegorical tale… inspiring reflection and empathy” Kirkus Reviews [STARRED REVIEW!] “A potent discussion starter… Enchanting, beautiful, and full of hope. “ Booklist [STARRED REVIEW!] “A lyrical tale of leaving home and finding a new one…Thought-provoking and arrestingly beautiful.” A boy must leave his home and find another. He brings with him a teacup full of earth from the place where he grew up, and sets off to sea. Some days, the journey is peaceful, and the skies are cloudless and bright. Some days, storms threaten to overturn his boat. And some days, the smallest amount of hope grows into something glorious. At last, the boy finds land, but it doesn't feel complete . . . until another traveler joins him, bearing the seed to build a new home. With lyrical text and gorgeous artwork, this poignant picture book is perfect for discussing all of life’s toughest challenges—a big move, a divorce, long-distance separation, or even the current refugee crisis—in a way that’s reassuring and inspiring for children and adults alike.

Clouds in a Teacup

Author: Thich Nhat Hanh
Publisher: Parallax Press
ISBN: 1941529135
Category : Games & Activities
Languages : en
Pages : 0

Book Description
As soon as you open the cover of Clouds in a Teacup, you step into a contemplative journey of your own creation. Oakland, California artist and activist Brett Cook invites you to shed your stress and worries to consider the wisdom of Thich Nhat Hanh during the relaxing process of coloring. His evocative black and white images nurture your own creativity; the resulting pictures will reflect your vision. Clouds in a Teacup balances reflection and action, providing a personal springboard to contemplation and expression. Everyone has creativity within them, and these drawings nurture the meditative potential of the process, helping to relieve stress and increase joy, and rewarding you with compelling final images. The 40 images, including double page spreads, are printed on the highest quality recycled paper through which gel and colored pens will not bleed.

Disobedience

Author: Naomi Alderman
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 0743291573
Category : Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 244

Book Description
In this poignant debut novel, a woman finds herself caught between the Orthodox Jewish community that raised her and the secular world that changed her.

Tea-Cup Fortune Telling

Author: Minetta
Publisher: Digital Antiquaria
ISBN: 1580573185
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 96

Book Description
Experts in the reading of tea leaves believe that this book is the only one necessary to accurately foretell the future. Perceptive individuals seeking to expand their sensitivity will appreciate the encyclopedic format and advice of noted consultant "Minetta."The book is divided into sections: Divining by the Cupdiscusses the theory and best practices for giving consultations; The Symbols describes the significance of tea-leaf accretions in an alphabetical format; The Zodiac integrates astrological elements into the art and craft of tea-leaf readings; and Numbers reveals the mystery and relevance of numerical accretions in the tea-cup.This masterfully crafted eBook faithfully preserves the first edition and its illustrations. It is fully-searchable and fully-printable. (96pp, 971 Kb)

Above the Clouds

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ISBN: 9780960080502
Category :
Languages : en
Pages :

Book Description

Swallowing Clouds

Author: A. Zee
Publisher: Simon & Schuster
ISBN:
Category : History
Languages : en
Pages : 388

Book Description
"A. Zee invites us to a veritable Chinese banquet full of charming explorations of food, language, and culture. Beginning with simple dishes from a typical restarurant menu, Zee launches into an engrossing voyage of discoveries about Chinese language and cuisine. With folklore and anecdotes, he uncovers the roots of Chinese characters in ancient pictographs, giving an absorbing and effortless introduction to written Chinese. He also weaves in tradition and philosophy to tell such stories as why mao-tai liquor still comes tied with two red ribbons, why the god of wealth does not eat pork, why 'no monkey' may be the central tenet of Taoism, why a fine wine could make one sleep the sleep of the truily inebriated, and why eating wonton is like swallowing clouds. Zee's conversational wit and playful humor highlight Chinese civilization against a backdrop of two millennia of legend and history. Full of entertaining tales and intriguing insights, 'Swallowing clouds' is an engaging and informative adventure through the captivating world of Chinese culture and cuisine."--Front flap of dust jacket.

Fortunes in a Tea Cup

Author: Jane Struthers
Publisher: Pyramid
ISBN: 0753734486
Category : Body, Mind & Spirit
Languages : en
Pages : 220

Book Description
Discover the magic that lies at the bottom of your teacup. In this fascinating little book, you'll find step-by-step instructions for interpreting the magic of tea leaves, tips for getting started, and useful hints to remember during readings. An illustrated directory to the meaning of 300 shapes and symbols, divided into six useful categories, will provide you with instant answers for questions about romance, travel, work, money, health, family and friends. Perfect for both beginners and experienced tea leaf readers, Fortunes in a Teacup is the essential guide to everything you need to know about the ancient power of tea leaf reading.

It Fell from the Sky

Author: Terry Fan
Publisher: Simon and Schuster
ISBN: 1534457631
Category : Juvenile Fiction
Languages : en
Pages : 54

Book Description
From the creators of the critically acclaimed The Night Gardener and Ocean Meets Sky comes a whimsical and elegantly illustrated picture book about community, art, the importance of giving back—and the wonder that fell from the sky. It fell from the sky on a Thursday. None of the insects know where it came from, or what it is. Some say it’s an egg. Others, a gumdrop. But whatever it is, it fell near Spider’s house, so he’s convinced it belongs to him. Spider builds a wonderous display so that insects from far and wide can come look at the marvel. Spider has their best interests at heart. So what if he has to charge a small fee? So what if the lines are long? So what if no one can even see the wonder anymore? But what will Spider do after everyone stops showing up?