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Which moon in the solar system has more water than Earth? How are black holes made? What's our full address in the Universe? In Focus: Space by Raman Prinja has the answers!In Focus is a cool information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary, and index, plus front and end gatefold flaps on the cover.

Where is the hottest place on the Earth? Which animals love the hot weather? Where would you see a mirage? In Focus: Tropical Lands has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary and index, plus front and end gatefold flaps on the cover.

Which amazing animal can change the color of its skin? Which terrifying creature is so big it was confused for a dragon? Which tricksy reptile pretends to be a toad? In Focus: Reptiles has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary, and index plus front and end gatefold flaps on the cover.

How do you measure an animal’s intelligence? Can animals learn a language? Which animals use tools? In Focus: Intelligent Animals has the answers! In Focus is a cool, new information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, quickfire quizzes and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary, and index.

Which animal is the biggest on the Earth? Where do the most big beasts live? Which big animal is the most dangerous in Africa? In Focus: Big Beasts has the answers! In Focus is a cool, information series that's perfect for curious kids. These fun books feature modern, magazine-style pages, including top 10 lists, fast facts, and more! With pages packed with vivid photography and fun facts, kids will have fun learning about the world around them!Each In Focus book features a contents page, glossary, and index.

From the life line to the heart line, In Focus Palmistry gives a comprehensive overview of what our hands are telling us. From analyzing palms, fingers, fingerprints, mounts, and nails, find the hidden strengths and weaknesses within yourself and others. Included inside the back cover is a beautifully illustrated 18 × 24–inch wall chart that gives the key elements about palmistry in one convenient reference.Can your hands unveil your future? Author Roberta Vernon explores this question in the introduction. Each chapter addresses a different aspect of palmistry, including: looking at hands; the life line; the head line; the heart line; the fate line; the Apollo line or sun line; marks, colors, and warts; and skin ridge patterns.With practice, and with In Focus Palmistry in hand, you will be able to decipher the following areas:Love and relationshipsSexualityMoneyBusinessCareerAptitudes and talentsSuccesses and failuresParents and in-lawsChildrenOther people of influenceHome and property mattersHealthTravelPetsThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book holds reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, to give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

In Focus Tarot provides the essentials to quickly get you started practicing tarot card reading.Included inside the back cover is a beautifully illustrated 18 × 24–inch wall chart of the Major Arcana tarot cards to inspire and guide you each day.Tarot cards and readings have been used since the eighteenth century as a divination tool in seeking answers to past, present, and future events, in addition to guidance and support. Their popularity continues to this day. But how do you start? With In Focus Tarot, author and professional reader Steven Bright breaks down the essentials so you can start reading tarot cards right away.Bright first thoroughly explains each of the Major and Minor Arcanas, outlining for each card:The general meaning of the cardThe card interpreted as a situationThe card interpreted as a personQuestions to help you relate a card’s message on a personal levelKeywords that give quick and handy meanings for the cardMeanings of the card if reversedThen learn how to put your knowledge to work using both traditional and newer tarot card placements (called tarot spreads). You’ll also find professional tips and tricks to becoming a successful tarot reader.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book holds reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, to give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Become a more complete peaceful, spiritual, emotional, and physical individual with this elegantly designed essential guide to chakras.Included inside the back cover is a beautifully illustrated 18 × 24–inch wall chart detailing the main characteristics of the major and minor chakras.Chakras are energy centers in our bodies that act as the seats of our internal functions, such as health, state of mind, and body functions, as well as our external environments, like alerting us when a place feels right for us or when it makes us feel uncomfortable. However, the six major chakras—base, sacral, solar plexus, heart, throat, brow, and crown—are many times blocked or misaligned, bringing about a host of negative ailments, feelings, and emotions. Thankfully, chakras can be corrected through various healing practices explained in this guide.In Focus Chakra Healing provides in-depth summaries about each chakra, followed by expert advice from Roberta Vernon on how to identify and restore blocked, weak, or closed chakras through common holistic approaches, such as crystal healing, color healing, astrological healing, essential oils, and magic healing.Common ailments addressed: OvereatingDigestive disordersFatigueAllergiesEmotional stressPhysical stressHeadachesThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Join Reiki Master Des Hynes to learn the basics of this popular healing system and tap into your inner healer to reduce stress, depression, anxiety, and physical pain in yourself and others. Included inside the back cover are seven beautifully illustrated guided meditation cards based on the five Reiki principles.Combined from the Japanese words Rei, meaning “God’s wisdom, universal life, or higher power” and Ki, meaning “life force or energy,” Reiki is the healing practice of balancing our “universal life energy” around our bodies. Founded in the early twentieth century by Japanese Buddhist monk Mikao Usui with the underlying belief that our bodies have the natural ability to heal, Reiki transfers healing energy by using the placement of hands to blocked areas.Within an accessible, elegant design, In Focus Reiki covers the full breadth of Reiki topics, including:Shoden: The first degree of Reiki studyOkuden: The second degree of Reiki studySelf-healing and the 21-day cleanseHow to conduct a healing session on othersThe five Reiki principles and further degreesChakras and channelsAngels and spirit guides in ReikiThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Your go-to reference for everything you need to know about numerology.

Complete with a framable poster, In Focus Reflexology contains everything you need to know to get started in this classic subject.

Based on ancient traditions and wisdom from around the world, In Focus Shamanism teaches you how to create a spiritual practice to bring change, healing, and transformation to your life.This accessible and beautifully designed guide to shamanism includes a frameable poster of powerful spirit animals and their unique characteristics.Shamanism is an ancient healing tradition that serves to connect nature with all living creatures. With In Focus Shamanism, discover updated and modernized shamanic traditions from North and South America, Asia, Europe, and more, including: Making a journey to another realm and vision questsDrum, dance, and dream trancesDivination for individuals and communityWorking with medicine wheels and spirit animalsAligning yourself with natureCombining elegance and expertise, this is your essential modern guide to this ancient healing tradition.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Learn the basics of auras and how to apply their powerful energy fields to heal mental, spiritual, and psychical blockages for stability, clarity, and calmness in your life.This accessible and beautifully designed guide to auras includes a frameable poster that outlines the unique characteristics of each aura layer.Auras are layers of energy within our bodies that interact with each other to express our emotional, mental, psychical, and spiritual health. After a thorough introduction of how to read each aura and its unique healing properties, In Focus Auras gives exercises on how to harness the power of each field and direct these powerful energies to:Heal blocked chakrasExtend your auras for others to feel itFeel and interpret the auras of other peopleUse auras to develop your senses and feelingsBalance auras to affect your physical healthThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

With In Focus Sacred Geometry, learn the fascinating history behind this ancient tradition as well as how to decipher the geometrical symbols, formulas, and patterns based on mathematical patterns. This accessible and beautifully designed guide to sacred geometry includes an 18 × 24–inch wall chart of the main sacred geometrical shapes and their unique, innate arrangements.People have searched for the meaning behind mathematical patterns for thousands of years. At its core, sacred geometry seeks to find the universal patterns that are found and applied to the objects surrounding us, such as the designs found in temples, churches, mosques, monuments, art, architecture, and nature.Learn the fundamental principles behind:Interpreting the sacred symbolism and principles behind shapesCalculating numbers used in sacred geometryApplying the golden ratio and Fibonacci sequence to objectsTranslating symbolic and geometrical letters and alphabetsThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Learn the basics of runes and how to use them to reveal the future and make your life better and more enjoyable.  This accessible and beautifully designed guide includes a frameable poster of runes and their essential meanings.  Runes are the letters of the ancient Norse alphabet, but each letter contains secret, mysterious meanings used for magical purposes. Unlike tarot cards, playing cards, and even chess pieces, runes don’t reflect the lives of historical kings, queens, and courtiers. Instead, they focus on the legendary gods of the Norse and Saxon peoples, created to explain the world and its inhabitants.The runes have ancient roots but continue to offer relevant and down-to-earth messages for those who possess a basic understanding of them. Rune readings can throw light on murky situations and offer advice on how solve problems, move forward in life, and predict the future. To unlock the full potential of these powerful symbols, you’ll discover: the mythology behind each runethe various meanings of each runehow to lay out runes in spreads for a rune readinghow to make your own runesthe secrets of rune casting and rune magicRead them for yourself or cast them for friends and family. The more you use them, the better you’ll become at giving accurate readings, earning the respect accorded to the rune readers of old. Combining elegance and expertise, this is your essential modern guide to an ancient tradition.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Learn the basics of how to read secret signs and symbols to provide insight, inspiration, and direction about the future.This accessible and beautifully designed guide includes a frameable poster featuring popular methods of divination.Divination is the art of extracting hidden meaning from the present by using supernatural tools, or oracles, as guidance for the future. Some ancient divinatory methods may seem primitive now, such as shamans in antiquity observing animal entrails, while some methods have remained popular throughout the ages. Diviners today still use methods that draw on the environment, including reading runes or cards, floromancy (reading flowers), and even conchomancy (reading seashells). Our questions might differ from our ancestors’, but we still harbor the same basic needs and keen desire to know, understand, and improve the future. To help you see and change it for the better, learn: what tools you need for each methodtips to enhance any readinghow best to phrase questions for the oraclesystems of interpretationhow to present information in a tactful, compassionate, empowering wayand moreThere’s something here for every diviner, and you can use what you already have on hand for magickal purposes. Combining elegance and expertise, this is your essential modern guide to an ancient tradition.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

With this beautifully designed and accessible guide, learn the basics of Wicca and how to use it to manifest positive opportunities and events that enrich your life—includes a frameable poster.Connecting intimately with the cycles of nature, Wicca calls on a rich pantheon of ancient and modern deities, including the transcendent Triple Goddess, and its powerful rituals and spells allow you to channel their energy into your own. This book will show you, by working with the elements and focusing inward, how to create a more magical, powerful way of life, increasing your chances of discovering peace, creating abundance, making friends, and even finding love. Along the way, you’ll discover: the history of witchcraftdifferent kinds of witches, their symbols, and toolshow to work with the elements and observe the vital turning points of the yearthe power of candles and the moonhow oils, incense, and herbs harness intentionsthe basics of spellcastingThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Based on ancient traditions and wisdom from around the world, In Focus Dreams teaches you how to understand your dreams and tap into their power in order to conquer your fears and improve your life.  This accessible and beautifully designed guide includes a frameable poster of the most common dream symbols and their meanings.  Dreams can titillate or terrify, but most of the time they baffle or bewilder. This must-have handbook explains their scientific and personal importance and offers the keys to unlock their secrets. An easy-to-use directory of symbols points to the true meanings of dream objects and includes modern items such as smartphones, computers, and other technology. To help you access the transformative power of your dreams, you’ll discover:the history of interpreting dreamsessential sleep hygiene principleshow to create a sleep sanctuaryeffective relaxation practicesthe benefits of essential oils and aromatherapyhow to work with a dream journaltips for better dream recallthe power of lucid dreamingAll of which will help you achieve better sleep, physical health, and emotional well-being. If you love thinking about and sharing your dreams, this book will give you all the tools you need to talk meaningfully about them. Combining elegance and expertise, this is your essential modern guide to an ancient tradition.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

In Focus Chinese Astrology provides all you need to know about the characteristics and workings of the Chinese zodiac signs, along with information on how to interpret your astrological chart.Many of us are familiar with the Western horoscope based on twelve signs starting with Aries the Ram and ending with Pisces the Fish. Similarly, the Chinese zodiac is based on twelve signs, all represented by animals, that provide insight into your personality and character. Though you are most likely familiar with your year sign, you will soon discover there is much more beyond that. In Focus Chinese Astrology is the perfect introduction—or refresher—to interpreting your horoscope according to the Eastern zodiac. Learn more about yourself and those around you in this compact but illuminating guide. This artfully designed guide covers a wide range of astrology topics, including: The animals of the zodiac The elements that are paired with your zodiac sign The effects of yin and yang on your sign The four pillar system, based on the year, month, day, and hour of your birth Predictions for the years ahead Advice on love, careers, and more! The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject.

In Focus Psychic Development provides the core skills an individual needs to develop intuitively, psychically, spiritually, and as a medium.The world is not only what can be perceived with our five senses. Besides sight, hearing, taste, touch, and smell, you can also connect to your sixth sense—that sense which allows you to expand your realm of perception beyond physical reality. Though you may think that the gift of insight and intuition are only bestowed on a select few, awakening your psychic talents is easier than you might think with this comprehensive guide. In the pages of this book, you will learn about: Meditation techniques that provide the foundation of psychic work The different meanings of colors to interpret energies of those around you Auras Chakras Cleansing and grounding techniques Spirit guides and how to contact yours Once you have developed your unique psychic ability, you will be able to go on to give intuitive readings for others. Take the first step with this essential modern guide to psychic development. The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner's guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject.

Uncover how the light and darkness within you coexist as In Focus Shadow Work guides you in embracing your shadow self to discover a happier, more authentic you. Included inside the back cover is a gorgeously illustrated 18 x 24–inch frameable poster featuring advice, meditation, and yoga poses to help you connect with your shadow and promote healing and peace. Over the course of your life, you push difficult emotions and experiences aside, but they never truly leave you. These elements form your shadow self, the dark side of your personality that most people try to repress. Shadow work is a method of embracing and seeking to understand this darker aspect of yourself so that you can release the pain and trauma of the past and become a more healed and balanced person. Darkness and light exist in every person. Only by doing the hard work of acknowledging and understanding the darkness can you begin to heal, love and accept yourself, and truly grow.The book includes:  Meditation techniques that provide the foundation of shadow workGuidance on how to see your shadow self and recognize the impact it has on your lifeContemplative questions that can be used as journal prompts help to dig deeper into exploring your shadow self and bring it into the lightDeep breathing practices to soothe anxiety and begin to release the experiences you’ve repressedTips on how to retrain yourself with habits that bring you a healthier lifelong relationship with your shadow and inner child​Once you have found self-love, self-acceptance, and genuine growth through understanding the dark and light that coexist in you, you will be able to guide others in this practice while living a truly authentic life. Take the first step with this essential modern guide to shadow work.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that gives you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

It is designed to build vocabulary, reading, discussion, presentation, and critical thinking skills. Each Student's Book contains 10 topic-based units. Topics include Population, Environment, Sports, News, Fashion, Technology, Climate Change, and Gender Equality.

It is designed to build vocabulary, reading, discussion, presentation, and critical thinking skills. It is supplemented by a comprehensive range of dedicated digital components, which offer great flexibility and help to speed language acquisition. Each Student's Book contains 12 topic-based units. Topics include Population, Environment, Sports, News, Fashion, Technology, Climate Change, and Gender Equality.

In Focus Astrology provides all you need to know about the characteristics and workings of the zodiac signs, along with instructions on how to create your own astrology chart.Included inside the back cover is a beautifully illustrated 18 × 24–inch wall chart detailing the main characteristics of each astrological sign.Who is your perfect mate? A Capricorn, Libra, or Virgo? Why are you not getting along with your coworker, who is a Gemini? Why are you constantly making the same mistakes? In Focus Astrology will give you a deeper understanding of your own nature, as well as those closest to you—and, perhaps, those you should keep at arm's length.This artfully designed guide covers the full breadth of astrology topics, including:The signs of the zodiacThe sun and moon signsThe astrological housesThe planetsThe aspectsPredictive techniquesHow astrology relates to your body and healthThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner's guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject. Also available in the In Focus series: In Focus Crystals, In Focus Meditation, In Focus Palmistry, In Focus Tarot, In Focus Essential Oils & Aromatherapy, In Focus Chakra Healing, In Focus Reiki, In Focus Numerology, In Focus Reflexology, In Focus Auras, In Focus Sacred Geometry, and In Focus Shamanism.

In Focus Crystals describes over 100 crystals, from amethyst to zircon, complete with detailed summaries of their uses, qualities, and strengths, all expertly presented by crystal therapist Bernice Cockram. Included inside the back cover is a set of 7 double-sided grid cards that provide quick and easy reference to laying out crystals for healing, energizing, and more.Feeling creatively or spiritually blocked? Having trouble sleeping? Perhaps you are suffering from a physical ailment? Regardless of what may be plaguing you, the innate power within crystals can have tremendous healing effects. This artfully designed guide covers everything you need to know to benefit from their healing power, including how to:Work with crystal energySelect crystals from the various shapes availableCleanse crystals to clear away unwanted energyUse crystals for dowsing Work with chakras, auras, and the zodiacSet up crystal gridsThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner's guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

In Focus Tarot provides the essentials to quickly get you started practicing tarot card reading.Included inside the back cover is a beautifully illustrated 18 × 24–inch wall chart of the Major Arcana tarot cards to inspire and guide you each day.Tarot cards and readings have been used since the eighteenth century as a divination tool in seeking answers to past, present, and future events, in addition to guidance and support. Their popularity continues to this day. But how do you start? With In Focus Tarot, author and professional reader Steven Bright breaks down the essentials so you can start reading tarot cards right away.Bright first thoroughly explains each of the Major and Minor Arcanas, outlining for each card:The general meaning of the cardThe card interpreted as a situationThe card interpreted as a personQuestions to help you relate a card’s message on a personal levelKeywords that give quick and handy meanings for the cardMeanings of the card if reversedThen learn how to put your knowledge to work using both traditional and newer tarot card placements (called tarot spreads). You’ll also find professional tips and tricks to becoming a successful tarot reader.The In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book holds reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, to give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.

Learn the basics of auras and how to apply their powerful energy fields to heal mental, spiritual, and psychical blockages for stability, clarity, and calmness in your life.This accessible and beautifully designed guide to auras includes a frameable poster that outlines the unique characteristics of each aura layer.Auras are layers of energy within our bodies that interact with each other to express our emotional, mental, psychical, and spiritual health. After a thorough introduction of how to read each aura and its unique healing properties, In Focus Auras gives exercises on how to harness the power of each field and direct these powerful energies to:Heal blocked chakrasExtend your auras for others to feel itFeel and interpret the auras of other peopleUse auras to develop your senses and feelingsBalance auras to affect your physical healthThe In Focus series applies a modern approach to teaching the classic body, mind, and spirit subjects. Authored by experts in their respective fields, these beginner’s guides feature smartly designed visual material that clearly illustrates key topics within each subject. As a bonus, each book includes reference cards or a poster, held in an envelope inside the back cover, that give you a quick, go-to guide containing the most important information on the subject.