Most Popular Books by Lee Cohen

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.

A handsome work of cartography. The maps match census data to the results of electron returns. The third study of the political attitudes of a group of women who attended Bennington College in the 1930s and 1940s. The first two (1943 and 1967) focused on the importance of the social environment in shaping and maintaining attitudes. The third, based on interviews conducted in 1984, investigates the effect not only of social factors, but also of the aging process and the changing times. Paper edition (unseen), $21.95. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

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.

Based on the true story of her mother, Mona Golabek describes the inspirational story of Lisa Jura''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.

Describes, with only five different words in the text, the adventures of three yellow dogs.

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

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

"I want the broom." "I need the broom." There’s only one broom, and two people who crave it. What are a little witch and little monster to do? In this gently spooky eBook with audio, the little witch and the little monster learn about friendship, sharing, and all the different uses for one simple broom.

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.

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.

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...

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.

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.

Bank robbers Sixgun Gus and Cannonball Clyde get into the worst trouble ever and become ghosts, but remain best friends.

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.

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.

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.

Yitzhak Isaac Anixter, a son of Reb Yehudah, married Rashee Ettel (Rachel Ethel) Brilliant, and their five children (four boys and one girl) immigrated from Russia to the United States, settling in St. Louis, Kansas City, Chicago, and San Francisco. The five children were (Yehudah) Eliezaer Anixter (b.ca. 1829), Samuel Anixter (b.ca. 1840), Abraham Anixter (b.ca. 1847), Harris (Herschel) Anixter (b.ca. 1848), and Susan (Zissel) Anixter (b.ca. 1855) who married Chonel Friedman. Descendants and relatives lived in Illinois, Missouri, Colorado, California, New Jersey and elsewhere.

Abstract: Guidelines for creating the special mystique that marks a successful restaurant are outlined in this beautifully illustrated guide for interior designers and restauranteurs. A combination of factors related to design, table service, and food work together to make a restaurant successful. Designers, clients, and restauranteurs must be willing to take risks in order to create a facility that is novel enough to be entertaining and memorable. Descriptions are provided of well-designed restaurants, how they were conceived, and the factors that led to their success. Characteristics important to restaurants'' success such as ambience, lighting, acoustics, graphics, and budgets are discussed in in-depth interviews with experts in these fields. Categories of restaurantsfor which specific descriptions are provided include fast food facilities, hotel dining facilities, ballrooms, clubs and discotheques, bars and cocktail lounges, and corporate dining facilities. Restaurants with unique themes, architectural approaches, or historic designs are also described. Beautiful color photographs and design layouts of selected restaurants supplement the text. (aje).

Vom Flüchtlingskind zur Konzertpianistin "Halte an deiner Musik fest. Sie wird dein bester Freund fürs Leben sein." Das sind die letzten Sätze, die Lisa Jura von ihrer Familie mit auf den Weg gegeben werden. 14 Jahre ist sie alt, ein Wunderkind am Klavier – und Jüdin im von den Nationalsozialisten besetzten Wien. Als ihre Eltern die Chance bekommen, eine ihrer Töchter mit einem Kindertransport nach Großbritannien zu schicken, entscheiden sie sich für Lisa. Untergebracht in einem Londoner Kinderheim in der Willesden Lane, wird Lisas Musik zu Trost und Hoffnung für andere Flüchtlingskinder in der Fremde. Sie fasst den Mut, für die Erfüllung ihrer musikalischen Träume zu kämpfen – und Konzertpianistin zu werden. Mona Golabek erzählt in ihrem Roman über die Macht der Musik: "Die Pianistin von Wien" ist eine wahre Geschichte und Golabeks bewegende Reverenz an ihre Mutter Lisa.

Sally Ann, wife of Davy Crockett, fears nothing--and proves it when braggart Mike Fink tries to scare her.

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}

A Native American legend about a young boy and his magical pony.

1938. Vienne. Lisa Jura est juive. Lisa est aussi un prodige de la musique, une pianiste de génie âgée tout juste de quatorze ans. Et Vienne, capitale de la musique qui a vu se succéder Mozart, Beethoven, Schubert et Liszt, est devenue depuis peu une patrie hostile, voire dangereuse pour elle, rongée de l''intérieur par la barbarie nazie. Lorsqu''on offre à ses parents l''opportunité de sauver l''un de leurs enfants en l''envoyant loin, à l''abri, en Angleterre, le choix est difficile : c''est Lisa qui partira. Quand elle monte à bord du train qui doit l''emmener à Londres, Lisa est consciente qu''un grand avenir s''offre à elle, et qu''elle doit vivre pour sa famille qui se sacrifie pour elle. Sauf que rien ne se passe comme prévu. Lisa échoue au 243 Willesden Lane, un foyer pour enfants dans une ville ravagée de la Seconde Guerre mondiale.

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 is ready.

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.