Books published by Ulysses Press

"Use a morning meeting to jump-start your students' day! This simple but effective classroom technique has been proven to help students learn better, build friendships, improve behavior, and gain confidence"--Back cover.

EVERYTHING A BEGINNER CALLIGRAPHER NEEDS TO KNOW TO GET STARTED WITH BEAUTIFUL HANDWRITING.The art of calligraphy doesn't teach you how to write words, but instead, how to draw them. With this book's fun and playful approach, you will not only improve your handwriting skills, you'll have an absolute blast while doing so! You'll learn everything from A to Z, including how to make letterforms, mix inks and develop a unique lettering style.Follow the clear and easy instructions with countless helpful tips. Before you know it, you'll be creating beautiful projects, such as:*; Wonderful thank-you notes & properly addressed envelopes*; Flourished tags & cards for special occasions*; Unique signatures & autographs*; Personalized gifts & keepsakes*; Fun logos & monograms

Creative new patterns and projects combine with classic techniques and 150 step-by-step photos for a trendy take on hand-woven clothing and craftsWhether you've been weaving for years or just starting out, Little Loom Weaving has everything you need to create trendy and timeless woven pieces on a small, portable loom.This helpful guide, packed with step-by-step instructions and stunning color photos, is full of inspiring and fun projects-some easy and fast enough to finish in a few hours!Learn New Techniques*; Tabby Weave*; Looping*; Hemstitch*; Open Slit*; Rya Knot*; SoumakDiscover Exciting Projects*; Wall Hangings*; Bracelets*; Pillows*; Keychains*; Recycled Materials*; Planters

THE FIRST BOOK DEDICATED ENTIRELY TO THE USE AND MASTERY OF MODERN BRUSH PENSDrawing gorgeous letters, words and phrases with a brush pen doesn't have to be difficult! Brush Pen Lettering will show you how to create your own unique style. To help you on your lettering journey, this comprehensive how-to guide includes:*; DIY projects*; Tips and Tricks*; Color Photographs*; Inspiring Ideas*; Step-by-step instructions*; Practice sheets

Don't let your pregnancy result in a weak core and unsightly belly bulge!With your new baby at home, it's hard to find time to take care of you. But if you have experienced diastasis recti during pregnancy, the best time to repair it is right now. Mom's Guide to Diastasis Recti offers a realistic approach to healing your belly with simple moves that take only minutes each day.With a complete four-part program, Mom's Guide to Diastasis Recti helps with everything from healing your weak abs to sculpting a beautiful post-baby body. It includes:*; Prevention tips that strengthen your core before baby*; Post-pregnancy exercises gentle enough to perform in the hospital*; Daily rehab routines with stretches and toning activities*; Advanced maintenance programs to keep your tummy tightThis book is also packed with nutrition tips and expert advice that will keep you feeling and looking your best, from three weeks to three years after your pregnancy.

Just ten minutes a day of these modified stretches is guaranteed to help you improve your mobility without pain or injury. Stretching for 50+ is filled with safe, easy routines for any age. Learn warm-ups and cool-downs, use tools like a strap, therapy balls and foam rollers, and discover plenty of other fitness tips to keep you moving.--

400 intriguing, entertaining, and often hilarious etymological journiesEnglish is filled with curious, intriguing and bizarre phrases. This book reveals the surprising, captivating and even hilarious origins behind 400 of them, including:*; Read between the Lines*; Cat Got Your Tongue?*; Put a Sock in It*; Close, but No Cigar*; Bring Home the Bacon*; Caught Red-Handed*; Under the Weather*; Raining Cats and DogsPerfect for trivia and language lovers alike, this entertaining collection is the ultimate guide to understanding these baffling mini mysteries of the English language.