La Porte County Public Library System

A horticulturist, garden designer and writer/editor provides tips and tricks to sustain and "fix" your house plants with information on more than 100 different plants to help them bloom and thrive in your own space.

"The Magnificent Book of Animals takes you across the globe, from the Arctic tundra to the African savanna, to meet 36 fascinating animals. Intriguing facts accompany every illustration, so you can learn how a tiger marks its territory, why a polar bear isn't really white, and how long a giraffe's tongue actually is. From the tiny Rondo dwarf bush baby to the massive white rhinoceros, this book depicts some of the world's most incredible animals in...

"Author of Made for Living Amber Lewis reveals her approach to renovating a home and building one from scratch, with gorgeous images and plenty of detail shots so you can be sure to get stunning results. The details of a room make a difference. The bullnose edge of a marble countertop. The wood grain and color of the flooring. The particular pleat of the drape. Amber Lewis, the esteemed designer known for her signature Cali-inspired style, obsesses...

"There's nothing better than a rainbow appearing after a storm, but have you ever wondered why they appear and what makes them so colorful? Rainbows have fascinated us for centuries and there's so much to learn from them. From inspiring different mythology, literature, television, and culture to becoming a symbol of hope, acceptance, and pride, find out more about these natural wonders in this beautifully illustrated and fascinating guide."--

"Is deciding what to wear a dreaded daily task that takes up valuable time best spent doing something else? Style expert Alison Lumbatis shows you how easy it is to build a basic yet beautiful wardrobe starting with the clothes you already own and adding other classic, seasonal mix-and-match elements that work for your body shape and your budget. Once your wardrobe is set, you can use the formulas in this book to create stylish outfits, freeing you...

"A gorgeous visual guide to designing jaw-dropping botanical arrangements from world-renowned floral artist Kiana Underwood"--

"When we think of fungi, we likely think of mushrooms. But mushrooms are only fruiting bodies, analogous to apples on a tree. Most fungi live out of sight yet make up a massively diverse kingdom of organisms that supports and sustains nearly all living systems. Fungi provide a key to understanding the planet on which we live, and the ways we think, feel, and behave. In the first edition of the mind-bending, "gorgeous" (Margaret Atwood), "brilliant...

"Adapted from the edition written and published for adults by Knopf in 2020, this edition adapted for young readers covers more than two hundred species and includes more than 300 illustrations throughout. Author/illustrator David Sibley's exacting artwork and wide-ranging expertise brings observed behaviors vividly to life"--

"The world of tarot cards is swirling with rich meaning, symbolism and secrets waiting to reveal themselves. Whether you're new to witchcraft, tarot, or both, this beginner's guide to tarot magick is for you! Including stunning illustrations from The Witch of the Forest's very own Tarot Magick deck (illustrated by Viki Lester of Forensics and Flowers), and brimming with easy-to-learn information, explore the in-depth meanings and symbolism of every...

"A pop-culture and imagination-infused catalog of fantastical beasts, monsters, and creatures of myth and legend from around the world--complete with "things to watch & read", a map, and delightful illustration. Welcome to Monsterpedia! Welcome young readers to this codex of monsters that you should know before you venture out into the world. These are creatures from myth, legend, and popular culture, they exist, and you should be prepared to encounter...