New Releases by Lee Cohen

Memoir

An inspiring true story about one girl''s escape from the Holocaust to become a concert pianist against all odds, made popular by Mona Golabek''s acclaimed theatrical performance and the beloved novel The Children of Willesden Lane -- now available for young readers in illustrated form. In pre-World War II Vienna, Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who dreamed of becoming a concert pianist. But when enemy forces threatened the city-particularly the Jewish people that lived there-Lisa''s parents were forced to make a difficult decision. They chose to send Lisa to London for safety through the Kindertransport -- a rescue effort that relocated Jewish children. As Lisa yearned to be reunited with her family while living in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane, her music became a beacon of hope for those around her. A true story of courage, survival, and determination, this compelling tribute to a gifted young girl has already touched the lives of many around the world. Originally published in 2017 for older readers, The Children of Willesden Lane has sold hundreds of thousands of copies globally; now this picture book retelling will inspire a new generation. p.p1 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Arial; color: #4180ff} p.p2 {margin: 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px 0.0px; font: 11.0px Arial; color: #4180ff; min-height: 12.0px}

Discover the inspiring illustrated true story about one girl''s escape from the Holocaust to become a concert pianist against all odds, made popular by the beloved novel The Children of Willesden Lane. In pre-World War II Vienna, Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who dreamed of becoming a concert pianist. But when enemy forces threatened the city—particularly the Jewish people that lived there—Lisa''s parents were forced to make a difficult decision. They chose to send Lisa to London for safety through the Kindertransport—a rescue effort that relocated Jewish children. As Lisa yearned to be reunited with her family while living in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane, her music became a beacon of hope for those around her. A true story of courage, survival, and determination, this compelling tribute to a gifted young girl has already touched the lives of many around the world. Originally published in 2017 for older readers, The Children of Willesden Lane has sold hundreds of thousands of copies globally; now this picture book retelling will inspire a new generation.

An inspiring true story about one girl''s escape from the Holocaust to become a concert pianist against all odds, made popular by Mona Golabek''s acclaimed theatrical performance and the beloved novel The Children of Willesden Lane -- now available in an early chapter book format. In pre-World War II Vienna, Lisa Jura was a musical prodigy who hoped to become a concert pianist. But when enemy forces threatened the city -- especially its Jewish population -- Lisa''s parents were forced to make a difficult decision. They secured passage for only one of their three daughters through the Kindertransport, and chose to send gifted Lisa to London for safety. As she yearned to be reunited with her family where she lived in a home for refugee children on Willesden Lane, Lisa''s music became a beacon of hope for all of her peers. A story of the power of music to uplift the human spirit, this compelling tribute has moved and inspired hundreds of thousands of students and adults across the globe. Now is the perfect time to bring this timeless story of hope to even younger audiences as Mona Golabek''s mission to transform historical testimony into youth empowerment has driven many requests for shorter, illustrated formats. Both a picture book and chapter book will be available.

Baking Bread with Children has everything you need to share the magic of baking with children of all ages. The techniques and recipes are cleverly seasoned with stories, songs and poems to make the whole process really enjoyable for everyone.

Euripides, the frog, takes Abbey, the cat, and two mice, Rip Squeak and Jesse, on an adventure where they find magic in the pages of books.

One beautiful, starry night, a little witch wants to go for a ride on a broom but first she must help a little monster clean up a mess.

A clear and concise guide to Nature''s Medicine based on scientific evidence. A must read for anyone interested in finding their own fountain of youth.

Rip Squeak and his little sister throw a surprise party for his mom and dad.

Rip Squeak and his friends journey through the alphabet. This book features illustrations and rhymes that make learning fun and easy.

A board book where Jesse the mouse has colorful questions that are answered in illustrations with favorite Rip Squeak characters.

Mona Golabek describes the inspirational true story of her mother''s escape from Nazi-controlled Austria to England on the famed Kindertransport. Jewish musical prodigy Lisa Jura has a wonderful life in Vienna. But when the Nazis start closing in on the city, life changes irreversibly. Although he has three daughters, Lisa''s father is only able to secure one berth on the Kindertransport. The family decides to send Lisa to London so that she may pursue her dreams of a career as a concert pianist. Separated from her beloved family, Lisa bravely endures the trip and a disastrous posting outside London before finding her way to the Willesden Lane Orphanage. It is in this orphanage that Lisa''s story truly comes to life. Her music inspires the other orphanage children, and they, in turn, cheer her on in her efforts to make good on her promise to her family to realize her musical potential. Through hard work and sheer pluck, Lisa wins a scholarship to study piano at the Royal Academy. As she supports herself and studies, she makes a new life for herself and dreams of reconnecting with the family she was forced to leave behind. The resulting tale delivers a message of the power of music to uplift the human spirit and to grant the individual soul endurance, patience, and peace. "A tale of one young woman''s courage . . . Hopeful, personal, and true." — Los Angeles Times "The authors beautifully capture Jura''s passion for music and her determination to realize her dream of becoming a concert pianist." — Publishers Weekly

In a world of rising tension and stress it is not unusual to feel dominated and overwhelmed by the life''s events. Here is a practical guide to gaining a firm anchor and taking control of the situation. It is based on seven contemplative exercises as the author has interpreted from the work of Rudolf Steiner. When practiced diligently, these simple exercises--which may take only a few minutes per day--are powerful tools for personal growth and inner strengthening. The exercises in this handbook help us stay more balanced in emotionally charged situations; see the positive side of any circumstance; gain a more open mind; and develop an inner attitude of gratitude. These exercises also help us cope with the practical aspects of ordinary life--remembering the important details of our day, acting on our intentions, and thinking more clearly. Cohen presents a pathway to help us say "yes" to more of what life offers; we become more open to the abundance of life''s experiences. The book is organized so that each chapter introduces a different soul capacity, which in turn can be mastered. Topics include: Review of the Day; Clear Thinking; Intention in Action; Balance in Feeling; Positive World View; Open Mind; and Gratitude. The book also offers clear descriptions of the exercises, a "Plan of Action," and advice on developing a meditative practice.

On the day of the Fall Harvest Feast, the baker''s old cart collapses and falls into the moat, turning his flour and yeast into a doughy meas. How is the royal feast to be saved? The King calls on his advisers to solve the problem, but only the young Princess Alice has a solution. To the astonishment of those gathered round, she proposes to call on the dragon to bake the bread dough with its flaming roar...

In this adaptation of a traditional folktale a dog, duck, and chick refuse to help a pig prepare a turnip pie but nevertheless expect to eat it when it''s ready.

Everything is different at Nonna’s house. No honk, honk taxis jam the street. No way-up buildings crowd the sky. At Nonna’s house there’s always time for blueberry pancakes. And there are fun jobs to do all day long, like clipping the roses, feeding the cows, and riding on the tractor with Pop-Pop. Best of all, when it turns dark, something surprising happens to remind the little boy that he can take his grandmother’s love wherever he goes. Accompanied by Hiroe Nakata’s bright watercolor paintings, this sprightly story celebrates the joy of new experiences and the special bond between grandparents and children.

Martin goes back to the playground at night alone and meets a family of giant lions who roar and climb with him.

A baby takes the happiness that he experiences at a birthday party home with him.

In the bay... There are six little fish.Along come six little feet. What will happen when they meet?

From SeattLe to San Diego, from Scottsdale to Denver, this book is a firsthand took into stunning rooms created by top-level designers. A delightful celebration of lavishly decorated rooms from rustic to high style, this book presents the flavor and variety of West Coast style, taking the reader from seacoast to mountain in a beautiful photographic presentation.

Illustrations from increasingly distant perspectives locate a fly on a dog''s nose in a flower bed by a house in a yard on a corner in a town near a bay on the earth.

Lectura Scott Foresman ((c)2008) components for Grade K.

Illustrations from increasingly distant perspectives locate a fly on a dog''s nose in a flower bed by a house in a yard on a corner in a town near a bay on the earth.

In a highly readable blend of analysis and interviews, Cohen shows how today''s "twenty-something" generation thinks, examines what their concerns are for themselves and for society, and debunks much of the media hype that portrays this group negatively.

A child and her parents find different animals to view at the zoo.