Best Selling Books by Helen Ward

First published by The Templar Company, plc in 1997.

Ten birds are boldly illustrated, each accompanied by a simple, poetic narrative of their behavior.

Join one fast hare and one slow tortoise, along with a whole host of other animals, to discover who will be the winner of a most unusual race. Award-winning illustrator and author Helen Ward''s gorgeous artwork breathes new life into the classic fable, now in a redesigned paperback edition.

This boldly illustrated picture book gives young children an introductory look at the world of wild animals. "Striking and attractive . . ".--School Library Journal. Full color.

The perfect introduction to the legendary world of dragons, The Dragon Machine uses a clever mix of text and illustrations to describe how George, a young, overlooked boy, becomes aware of dragons hiding all around him. But when it becomes apparent that they don''t belong in George''s ordinary world, he endeavours to do the best for his new friends and find them the home they deserve. A heart-warming and magical tale from award-winning illustrator, Helen Ward.

Coloring Nature invites artists to engage in their creative abilities and discover Helen Ward''s depiction of a quaint English countryside passing through all the seasons of the year.

In all the bustling streets on Christmas Eve, one girl can''t find anywhere selling the right present. That is, until she finds one warm shop on a very cold street, with a pointy-eared shopkeeper welcoming her into Twenty-Five, December Lane. Inside is every toy she could ever dream to find, but as she looks around for just the right one, a large, bearded stranger is sweeping everything into a sack - but who is he, and who are all those presents really for? A reissue of Helen Ward and Wayne Anderson''s classic Christmas tale, perfect for families to read together through the winter.

First published in 2004. Major changes have taken place in the sex industry in Europe. Over the past decade we have seen increasing migration and diversification, along with major shifts in policy towards the industry. There is very little published on sex work in Europe, but the demand is growing for information and analyses of the situation today from people working on health, policy, gender and employment. The authors of this book examine sex work in terms of economic and social restructuring, concerns about infection and recent policy developments on prostitution.

Chanticleer the vain cockerel rules the roost at the farm and is loved by all. But pride comes before the fall. When a cunning fox trespasses at the farm it doesn''t take too much flattery to set Chanticleer at ease and soon he is parading his famous crow without the slightest concern. Without delay the sly fox takes his chance, grabbing Chanticleer by his exposed throat and rushing off with him into the surrounding woodland. But all is not lost and Chanticleer is not the only one so easily tricked. Convinced by Chanticleer that the other animals do not realise how clever he is, the fox opens his mouth to boast, only to lose his prize and allow Chanticleer the opportunity for escape. A beautiful retelling of a classic fable from the award winning author/illustrator, Helen Ward.

The Oxford Handbook of Epidemiology for Clinicians provides all the information required by students and junior doctors who need to understand and translate key epidemiological concepts into medical practice. Unlike standard textbooks in this area, the focus throughout is on clinical applications of epidemiological knowledge. Divided into four sections, the handbook begins with the basics of epidemiology in the clinic, moving on to the theories behind evidence-based practice, discussions of optimum methods and studies, and then ends by looking at the epidemiology of common diseases. The material is presented in a logical manner, from problems to the most appropriate solutions or tools to be applied. Interesting topics such as controversies in prevention intervention encourage discussion and thought, and the authors pose sensible and important questions throughout. This handbook is a must for all junior doctors, medical students, and clinicians who need to apply epidemiological concepts to day-to-day practice or who want a practical step-by-step guide to undertaking research, conducting reviews of evidence, or writing up publications.

Ordering some spots by mail when he worries about his lack thereof, a young guinea fowl is surprised by his delivery, which contains spots of various sizes, colors, and patterns.

An old man''s persistent dreams transform a garbage dump into a forest full of life.

A hermit crab who has outgrown his shell searches for a new one among the creatures of Australia''s Great Barrier Reef. Includes a key which identifies the coral reef animals in the illustrations.

Tells the swashbuckling tale of Captain Lubber''s around-the-world voyage on the trail of female pirate Arabella Drummond.

A little girl searches all over for a Christmas gift for someone very special, but when she finds a toy store she has never see before, another customer claims all the toys before she gets her turn.

A beautifully illustrated collection of animal fables

Based on a medieval French carol, this picture book tells of myriad animals who come to bestow their own special gifts on the newborn Christ child. This title also contains a history of the original carol and its musical score.

When tall buildings and loud noise drown out the sounds of bees in the grass and birds in the sky, one soul cares enough to start over again and help nature thrive.

This pack brings together two titles from the Oxford Handbook series, covering key topics in epidemiology and public health at a value-for-money price. The Oxford Handbook of Epidemiology for Clinicians provides all the information required by students and junior doctors who need to understand and translate key epidemiological concepts into medical practice. Unlike standard textbooks in this area, the focus throughout is on clinical applications of epidemiological knowledge. Divided into four sections, the handbook begins with the basics of epidemiology in the clinic, moving on to the theories behind evidence-based practice, discussions of optimum methods and studies, and then ends by looking at the epidemiology of common diseases. The material is presented in a logical manner, from problems to the most appropriate solutions or tools to be applied. Interesting topics such as controversies in prevention intervention encourage discussion and thought, and the authors pose sensible and important questions throughout. This handbook is a must for all junior doctors, medical students, and clinicians who need to apply epidemiological concepts to day-to-day practice. Fully revised and updated for the third edition, the Oxford Handbook of Public Health Practice remains the first resort for all those working in this broad field. Structured to assist with practical tasks, translating evidence into policy, and providing concise summaries and real-world issues from across the globe, this literally provides a world of experience at your fingertips. Easy-to-use, concise and practical, it is structured into seven parts that focus on the vital areas of assessment, data and information, direct action, policy, health-care systems, personal effectiveness and organisational development. Reflecting recent advances, the most promising developments in practical public health are presented, as well as maintaining essential summaries of core disciplines. This handbook is designed to assist students and practitioners around the world, for improved management of disasters, epidemics, health behaviour, acute and chronic disease prevention, community and government action, environmental health, vulnerable populations, and more.

This book aims to provide an easily accessible quick reference guide for advanced nursing students preparing to undertake practical examinations to assess advanced clinical practice competence, and students preparing for practical examinations in non-medical prescribing assessment. These examinations are commonly known as objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs). The book is a preparation and revision tool, designed to be read in conjunction with any recommended core clinical textbooks: however, along with giving students step-by-step instructions on performing well in OSCE scenarios, it also gives guidance to academic staff on preparing to teach and mark OSCEs. This book uses a case study approach to OSCEs in a coherent, consistent, and easily understandable style. Both authors are clinical academic nurse practitioners who regularly work in clinical practice in conjunction with teaching advanced nurse practitioner and non-medical prescribing students.

''Moon Dog'' tells the story of an old man and his dog, who live happily on the moon until the arrival of some delinquent fairies spells trouble. Soon the dog has fallen in with this bad lot, and runs away. But his new friends soon tire of their new pet and the poor dog realises he''s made a mistake.

Based on a medieval French carol, Helen Ward''s sumptuous Christmas book tells of myriad animals who come to bestow their own special gifts on the newborn Christ child. From the lion and bear who guard the stable door, to the dove who coos a lullaby, Ward captures the tender, joyous spirit of the song in a series of exquisitely detailed paintings. Ward''s best-selling The Hare and the Tortoise was an American Library Association Notable Children''s Book.

There once was a fast hare and a slow tortoise. Join them and a host of other animals to discover who will be the winner of a most unusual race... Aesop''s classic tale focuses on the race but what of all the other animals that might have been watching?

With dramatic artwork and a spare, intriguing text, Varmints tells a mysterious tale of a pastoral world in need of protection and of the souls who love it enough to ensure its regeneration. Full color.