Caricature Drawing Made Easy
A structured, creative course for the comic artist and the wider Fan Art community.features both digital and analogue art techniquescoaches the artist to develop fun, engaging artworks of friends, family and the famousguidance on going professional and for commercial gain at corporate events or showsincludes profiles and insight from leading caricature artists from all around the worldPacked with expert tips and step by steps, you too can learn to draw quickly and develop your Fan Art skills.
Learn to Draw in an Hour a Day
The complete guide to learning how to draw at your own pace, from just an hour a day or over the course of a weekend.Packed with techniques, exercises and practice projectBoost your creativity and artistic skills at your own paceWritten by Richard Taylor, a prolific author and art tutor, well-known for his tutorial style and artistic abilityGive your creativity a boost with a complete drawing course that can be achieved in just an hour a day!
Entertainment Hobbies: Music, Magic, Theater & More
Do you like music, magic, or theater? An entertainment hobby may be right for you! Learn how to get the tools, skills, and space necessary for a new hobby. Then complete fun projects designed to explore each hobby. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
Marty's Moonlit Adventure
Blast off with Marty, a curious mouse from the moon, on a magical adventure to Earth!Where on the way you get to draw your own illustrations to help Marty explore a new world, make friends, and escape a grumpy cat. Perfect for young dreamers who love to create! With fun drawing prompts and complete creative freedom, this interactive picture book sparks imagination for young dreamers. Perfect for kids who love to create and explore new worlds through art and storytelling!
What is music?
Building fun foundations for life-long learning, What is music? gives the answers to questions such as these: What is a song? What is an orchestra? What is rhythm? What can you do with music? This first guide to music share information about instruments, genres of music, where music started and much much more.Building foundations for life-long learning by using simple language and stunning illustrations to provide answers to big questions, this series includes philosophy, money, history, science, art, music, technology and drama. Includes a glossary.
Meet the Symphonic Orchestra Coloring Activity Book
Meet the Symphonic Orchestra is a creative and educational coloring adventure designed especially for curious kids who love music and art!Join Chester on a musical adventure through the symphonic orchestra! Packed with fun facts, creative coloring pages with instruments descriptions, interactive activities and a "Create Your Own Orchestra" project, this book makes learning about music exciting and hands-on!This book goes beyond coloring-it's a playful, interactive introduction to the world of orchestral music. What's InsideInstrument Introductions: Meet every section of the orchestra-strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion. Read simple, fun descriptions while you color each instrument.Hands-On Learning: Color, play, and learn all at once! Build vocabulary and musical awareness through creative exploration.Interactive Activities: Word searches and matching games to reinforce new knowledgeCrossword puzzles and quizzes to test what you've learnedA special "Create Your Own Orchestra" activity-cut, arrange, and build your very own stage scene!And more exciting surprises!Perfect ForHome, classroom, or music lesson timeEncouraging fine motor skills, creativity, and critical thinkingYoung music enthusiasts, beginner musicians, and curious learnersParents, teachers, and music educators looking for engaging resourcesWhy Kids (and Adults) Love ItUnlike ordinary coloring books, Meet the Symphonic Orchestra blends art, learning, and play in a fun, interactive way. It's not just about coloring-it's a mini music class in a book!This unique combination of education and creativity helps children build confidence, improve focus, and develop a love for music through hands-on exploration.
365 Things to Make and Do
An amazing activity book containing ideas for things to do every day of the year! Contains projects such as a flag chain, fabric collages, leaf printing, spoon-people, door signs, gift tags, dangly cowboys and many more things to make, draw and paint. Each activity is clearly explained in step-by-step instructions and clear illustrations. It also includes a bonus activity for a leap year!
Keira and Jamie Discover A Musical Dream
Jamie loves music more than anything-it brings him joy, comfort, and a sense of belonging. But when he moves to a new town, he worries about making friends. Thankfully, his musical talent helps him connect with others, and soon, he's invited to play at the school concert!But just when Jamie starts to believe in his dreams, his relatives question his passion. "Why be a musician when you could be a doctor?" they ask, leaving Jamie filled with doubt. Is music really the right path for him?That's when Keira, a kind and supportive classmate, reminds Jamie that dreams should never be abandoned. "You're amazing," she tells him. "Follow your heart."✨ Keira and Jamie Discover a Musical Dream is an inspiring children's book about believing in yourself, overcoming self-doubt, and following your passion-no matter what anyone else says!✔️ Perfect for young readers who love music and storytelling✔️ Encourages self-confidence and pursuing one's dreams✔️ A beautifully illustrated book with an uplifting messageJoin Jamie on his heartfelt journey to discovering the power of music, courage, and friendship. A must-read for every young dreamer! ��������✨
Art School (in a Book)
An exciting introduction to the world of contemporary art for young creatives from the makers of hit podcast Talk Art, actor Russell Tovey and gallerist Robert Diament. Do you love art and want to know more but don't know where to start? Introducing Art School (in a book), a virtual gallery where you can see the most exciting contemporary artists of today, as well as some of the greatest from the twentieth century, including Henri Matisse, Jean-Michel Basquiat, and Frida Kahlo. And who are the visionaries, the icons, the ones to watch now? With works by Marina Abramovic, Tracey Emin, Rachel Whiteread and Roy Lichtenstein, study the art of 20 key artists working today, find out what inspires them, how they work, and the meaning behind their art. With Russell and Robert as your guides you will also discover the artist within you, with tips on new ways of seeing and reacting to the world around you and guidance on how you can develop your own creativity. Including the work of incredible contemporary artists: - Andy Warhol - Vincent Van Gogh - Piet Mondrian - Georgia O'Keeffe - Hokusai - Jordan Casteel - Yay oi Kusama - Katherine Bernhardt - Cassi Namoda
Wishing Stars
Make a wish! Then make another and another...Here's the iconic wishing star origami craft -- with so much more! Fold the included strips and squares into multiple different designs, including tiny stars, paper chains, adorable cat rings, and tiny boxes to store and fit your creations. There's also a twirly fidget toy to level up your skills, plus funny fortunes to make you smile. Make lucky charms for your nearest and dearest, with tons of colors and patterns to choose from.
What is art?
We have drawn on walls since prehistoric times, but what actually is art? What does art do? What can you make art with? How can art help people? Answering questions like these and many more, What is art? is a great first introduction to a fascinating subject.This delightful series builds foundations for life-long learning by explaining big ideas to little people. Using simple language to explain complicated ideas, each book takes the core questions that relate to each subject and provides answers that make sense to young children. Stunning illustrations support the non-fiction narrative ensuring our picture book approach feels fresh and different.
AG Sisters: Friendship Fun
From American Girl, join the AG Sisters on an exciting adventure as they follow fun clues to find a surprise hangout made just for them. It's the perfect place to dream up all sorts of friendship fun: crafts, recipes, puzzles, quizzes, hairstyles, and games for slumber parties, birthday parties, scavenger hunts and more! Join the AG Sisters on an exciting adventure as they follow fun clues to find a friendship surprise just for them! This book is filled with over 85 friendship fun activities, including crafts, recipes, puzzles, quizzes, hairstyles, and games for slumber parties, scavenger hunts, birthday parties, and more!
All the World's Your Stage Shakespeare for Today
Eight exciting Shakespeare retellings for kids, alongside the story of his life and the history of Tudor London, all beautifully illustrated. Introduce your child to the work of William Shakespeare in this gorgeous treasury for all the family to enjoy. By expertly reimagining eight of the Bard's most famous plays, Dr. Farah Karim-Cooper breathes new life into these well-loved works, making them highly engaging for a new generation of fans. Including kid-friendly summaries of eight renowned Shakespeare plays: Romeo and JulietMacbethThe Tragedy of Hamlet, the Prince of DenmarkA Midsummer Night's DreamAs You Like ItThe Tragedy of Othello, the Moor of VeniceThe TempestThe Merchant of Venice Additional features: Fun facts about the life and times of Shakespeare, plus interesting information on how they created the sounds and smells in The Tempest, and the magic and fairies in A Midsummer Night's DreamBeautifully illustrated throughout, with charming representations of popular characters and scenes from each playA fantastic educational gift for children aged 7-11 or a brilliant classroom resource, created to instill artistic passion in a new generation of theater enthusiastsWith insightful and engaging storytelling combined with historical context and key themes for each play, readers will discover how Shakespeare gives us tools to think about the world today - and realize that Shakespeare really is for everyone, across every age group and time period!
This Is Hip-Hop
The second in a series that introduces three major dance families: ballet, hip-hop, and jazz, from a world-renowned early childhood educator and performer. Can anyone be a street dancer? Yes! This inclusive first introduction to hip-hop and other street dances begins with a simple introduction and then takes readers on a global exploration of different dances, from breaking to Kuthu to K-pop. From author Dr. Rekha S. Rajan and artist Chris Park comes a fresh new dance series that will encourage all young children to dance in their homes or in their community, barefoot or with shoes, alone or with others, and exactly as they are! This inclusive and celebratory series is sure to inspire a love of dance in young and old readers alike.
Flying Fighters Battle of the Bands
聶 Flying Fighters: Battle of the Bands Paper Airplane Book for Kids 聶聶Rock vs. Pop! Fold. Fly. Battle. Let the music take flight!聶It's the ultimate showdown in the sky-Whiplash Star, the wild rock band, vs. The Cake Pop Boys, the chart-topping pop idols! Each band member is also a daring pilot, and you get to choose your favorite to be your co-pilot in an epic air concert battle.聶Cut out the pre-sized plane templates, fold them using easy step-by-step instructions, and get ready to launch into three high-energy missions that mix music, mayhem, and mid-air fun!聶聶 Mission 1: Knock your rival's plane out of the sky.聶聶 Mission 2: See whose plane flies the longest.聶聶聶 Mission 3: Score points by landing on the different concert venues.Who will rule the skies-Rock or Pop? You decide!Bonus Features Include: 聶聶 Scoreboards for each mission so you can track your victories!聶聶聶 Full-color airplane templates ready to cut, fold, and fly.聶聶聶聶 Folding instructions for each unique band-member plane.聶聶聶 Band interviews and behind-the-scenes articles with exclusive audio QR links.聶聶聶 QR codes to both bands' new albums - listen while you battle!聶聶Grab your gear, fold your fighter, and take flight!聶Your mission: Rock the skies. Rule the air. Win the Battle of the Bands!
The Ultimate Collection of Fun Stuff for Kids
The ultimate collection of fun things for kids to do! From the creators of the #1 most-read children's magazine in America, this 4-book set is packed with over 600 activities designed to inspire kids ages 7 and up. Stop boredom in its tracks with mind-blowing experiments, adventurous scavenger hunts, creative writing prompts, silly drawing tutorials and hours of screen-free fun. This collection includes four 160-page books, each featuring 150+ activities and idea-starters that will leave kids bursting with excitement -- a perfect gift for young explorers, creators and doers! Discover 600+ activities and a whole lot of fun in these 4 books: - Write It! 150+ Silly Writing Prompts for Creative Kids- Draw It! 150+ Drawing How-Tos and Other Creative Activities- Explore It Outdoors! 150+ Ideas for an Outdoor Adventure- Play It Indoors! 150+ Ways to Have Fun and Stay Busy Inside Stored in one convenient and giftable case, these books offer kids endless possibilities for family game nights, rainy days, summer breaks or any time boredom strikes. Each of these educational books for kids includes a variety of activities; try building an indoor obstacle course, stargazing, making slime, practicing how-to-draw tutorials, creating fun crafts for kids and so much more. With a collection this big, every kid will find fun things to do when bored, unlock new interests and grow into their best selves.
The Bedtime Music Book
With eight touch-activated sound chips, join the Mouse Family as they get ready for a soothing bedtime, set to 8 classical masterpieces. Relax at bedtime with this soothing music book! Follow the Mouse Family as they take a bath, brush their teeth and read a bedtime story. Simply press the stars on the pages to hear the gentle music in this interactive sound book, which also includes sheet music for budding musicians. Drift off to sleep with these relaxing classical pieces: "Gymnop矇dies No. 1" by Satie, "The Swan" by Saint-Sa禱ns, "Clair de Lune" by Debussy, "Concerto for Flute and Harp" by Mozart, "Moonlight Sonata" by Beethoven, "Nocturne" by Borodin, "Lullaby'" by Brahms, and "Venus, the Bringer of Peace" by Holst.
A Catwalk Around the World
Get a cat's eye view of the world with designer Karen Mabon! Search and find the fabulously dressed cats and tour the globe from the catwalks of Paris to the Lunar New Year festivities in China to the glittering New York broadway scene, and beyond! With clowders of cats to search and find and information about traditional outfits, festivals and much more, there is a huge amount to find and discover about our world through fashion . . . and cats! A page of answers is included at the end of the book.
All Kinds of Music
Can you imagine a day in your life without music? Whether you realize it or not, it's all around you!A bird sings its song outside your window. Breezes blow through a nearby wind chime. A train whistle sounds its mighty horn.This rhyming book, with its beautiful illustrations, will open young minds to the possibility of hearing each sound in the day as part of a musical treasure box. It can be read to small children by a parent or caregiver, and self-read by children a bit older.The book includes two pages of open-ended questions to guide the imagination of a reader or listener. It is also a wonderful tool for media specialists, music teachers, and perfect for a substitute teacher lesson plan.
All Kinds of Music
Can you imagine a day in your life without music? Whether you realize it or not, it's all around you!A bird sings its song outside your window. Breezes blow through a nearby wind chime. A train whistle sounds its mighty horn.This rhyming book, with its beautiful illustrations, will open young minds to the possibility of hearing each sound in the day as part of a musical treasure box. It can be read to small children by a parent or caregiver, and self-read by children a bit older. The book includes two pages of open-ended questions to guide the imagination of a reader or listener.It is also a wonderful tool for media specialists, music teachers, and perfect for a substitute teacher lesson plan.
In Nesting Time
Discover the secret lives of birds in a book that feels like eavesdropping on nature itself tender, vivid, and richly observant. In Nesting Time by Olive Thorne Miller is a lyrical, practical chronicle of avian life that blends keen naturalist observation with warm storytelling. Across intimate essays and field notes, Miller traces nesting habits, courtship, feeding, and fledging with the kind of detail every birdwatching guide and bird enthusiast craves. You'll find approachable birding tips and ornithology insights woven into narratives that capture bird behavior from resourceful wrens to devoted robins making this work as useful for wildlife exploration and bird conservation-minded readers as it is delightful for casual nature lovers. Historically significant and beloved among naturalist writings, In Nesting Time helped shape late-19th-century understanding of birdsong and nesting ecology. After decades out of print, Alpha Editions proudly republishes this restored classic. This edition has been carefully revived for today s and future generations: edited, proofed, and presented as a collector s item and cultural treasure not merely a reprint. Whether you re a field birder using it as a companion birdwatching guide, a student of bird behavior, or a collector of timeless nature writing, this edition invites you into the intimate rhythms of avian life. Embrace the wonder of observing nests, learn practical birding tips, and reconnect with the enduring poetry of the natural world.
Kindkids Let's Draw Nature
This charming kids' activity book invites young artists to discover their creative side with 100 easy-to-follow drawing lessons inspired by animals, plants, and the world around them. Illustrated by licensed artist and author Mandy Ford, whose kind and encouraging style makes kids feel supported every step of the way, this book is designed to spark confidence, creativity, and joy. Featuring 100 easy step-by-step lessons, clear and encouraging instructions to help kids feel confident and proud of their progress, positive messages about creativity, kindness, and the beauty of nature, and a premium format with full-color illustrations and thick paper, this fun and constructive book will help kids grow their drawing skills while boosting their confidence and inspiring a lasting love of nature.
Kindkids Let's Draw Cute Stuff
This charming kids' activity book invites young artists to discover their creative side with 100 easy-to-follow drawing lessons inspired by cute pets, yummy snacks, favorite hobbies, fun fashions, and more. Illustrated by licensed artist and author Mandy Ford, whose kind and encouraging style makes kids feel supported every step of the way, this book is designed to spark confidence, creativity, and joy. Featuring 100 easy step-by-step lessons, clear and encouraging instructions to help kids feel confident and proud of their progress, positive messages about creativity, kindness, and celebrating what you love, and a premium format with full-color illustrations and thick paper, this book will help kids grow their drawing skills while boosting their confidence and inspiring a love for creativity.
Jingle Bells: 1-Button Sound Book
Press the button to hear the classic Christmas song! With festive illustrations and printed lyrics, this enchanting book is sure to delight young children as they turn each page and sing along!
If You're Happy and You Know It: 1-Button Sound Book
Little ones will love to sing along to "If You're Happy and You Know It" in this 1-button song book! Colorful, engaging artwork sets the scene for each fun verse!
You Are My Sunshine: 1-Button Sound Book
Children will love to sing along to the well-loved song as they turn each bright and colorful page and press the button.
Wheels on the Bus: Board Book
This charming collection of nursery rhyme board books brings together timeless classics that generations of children have loved. Children will love reading and singing along!
You Are My Sunshine: Board Book
This sweet, heartwarming board book brings the beloved classic song to life through colorful illustrations and simple text. Perfect for reading aloud or singing together.
Jingle Bells: Board Book
This book brings the classic Christmas song to life with festive illustrations and rhythmic, sing-along text.
Jiggle & Discover Old Macdonald: 1-Button Sound Book
Visit Old MacDonald's farm as he looks for his "talkative" cow! Children will love to listen and sing along to this favorite song in a fun-filled board book with lively illustrations and touch-and-feel art throughout. Old MacDonald is the perfect choice for on-the-go learning and read-together time.
Jiggle & Discover Itsy Bitsy Spider: Plush Sound Book
A little rain cannot defeat the adorable Itsy-Bitsy Spider! Children will love to listen and sing along to this favorite song in a fun-filled board book with delightful illustrations and touch-and-feel art throughout. Itsy Bitsy Spider is the perfect choice for on-the-go learning and read-together time.
Matisse: Magician of Color
From New York Times-bestelling illustrator, Derek Desierto, here is nn inspiring, exquisitely illustrated picture book biography of Henri Matisse, who overcame hardship to create masterpieces."A lovely homage." Henri Matisse loved color. He dreamed of being an artist. Even after his father pushed him to study for a "serious" job, Henri followed his heart and went to art school. Color was all around him! After a grueling illness, Henri had to reinvent the way he made art. And what he created became even more magical. His story is brought to life by bestselling artist Derek Desierto, who continues to be inspired by Matisse's work, and now shares that magic with young readers.
An Unofficial Guide to the World of Studio Ghibli
From the creators of the podcast and bestselling book Ghibliotheque, this is a young film fan's comprehensive guide to one of the most exciting and influential film studios in cinema history, NOW FEATURING an all-new section to celebrate 40 years of Studio Ghibli. This new section includes a look at The Boy and the Heron, as well as an overview of Studio Ghibli's theatre productions My Neighbor Totoro and Spirited Away, plus information on Ghibli Park, Japan's amazing Studio Ghibli theme park. Hello from Ghibliotheque! We are Michael and Jake, and together we make a podcast called Ghibliotheque, all about the films of the legendary Japanese animation company, Studio Ghibli. We think that Studio Ghibli has made some of the greatest films of all time, like My Neighbor Totoro, Kiki's Delivery Service, Princess Mononoke, and Spirited Away. We love nothing more than sharing these films with other people, whether that's by watching them together on the big screen, or writing a book like the one you're holding right now. This book is our handy, illustrated guide to the world of Studio Ghibli, a world that is like no other. Over the following pages you'll meet strong heroes, get to know wild and beguiling creatures, taste mouth-watering food, and travel via fast and fantastical modes of transportation. There is so much to explore and discover, so let's quote the motto of the Ghibli Museum in Tokyo, and say: let's get lost, together. Enjoy! Across eight chapters, we will get up close and personal with the movies, learn who's who at the Oscar-winning studio and explore the impact that Ghibli World has left on our planet.
Wickedly Popular
A must-have sticker book for fans of Wicked and The Wizard of Oz, filled with symbols from the hit movies and musical! Explore the wonderful world of Oz--with 1,100+ iconic stickers! Including nods to Wicked (the Broadway musical and the new movies) and the classic tale The Wizard of Oz, this unauthorized sticker book contains "popular" song titles, lyrics, notable quotes, and references to beloved characters. Plus, bonus pages of tiny nail stickers for witchy-inspired manicures! So grab a copy and bring a little piece of Oz along with you as you catch the first bubble to munchkinland!
Draw with Mei: How to Draw Anime Characters
From a popular YouTube artist, an essential guide for artists ages 8 and up who want to learn how to draw anime-style people. Young readers of manga and fans of anime series can create their own anime-style characters with the help of Mei Yu. This book offers a wide variety of instructions that serve as starting points. From here, readers can follow easy step-by-step lessons to transform these shapes into finished drawings. This easy-to-follow process helps guide young artists every step of the way--how to draw eyes, expressions and faces, hairstyles, full bodies and poses, outfits, and more. Each chapter includes practice templates. With its appealing and approachable style, Draw with Mei: How to Draw Anime Characters encourages first-time artists to put their imaginations to paper.
I Can Draw Cute Animals
Budding artists can take their first lessons in figure drawing with this easy-to-use book. Suitable for ages 5 and up, it shows kids how to draw a series of winsome animals -- a dog, lion, giraffe, sloth, and others -- with step-by-step visual guides plotted out on a grid. Children can copy each of the 4 to 6 steps onto a blank grid and then color the completed drawing.
Craft with Cardboard
Put yourself in the shoes of a real architect and create your very own city out of cardboard! In this guided collection, young crafters and artists will find step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs that will aid them in creating a whole city (people and vehicles included!) out of cardboard. Author and artist Tiffanie Pichon opens with encouraging words that will inspire crafters to pay closer attention to their surroundings as they move through their city or town. The architecture--from roof to window--the sidewalks, parks, and even the jobs people are doing while they walk or drive through a city may inspire their creations as they construct their very own city out of recycled materials, like cardboard. The projects featured throughout this fully illustrated book will come together to create a neighborhood, but may also inspire future projects such as DIY rural towns and farms. Types of creations include houses and stores, towers and skyscrapers, factories, people and animals, vehicles, mountains, trees, benches, and more--all requiring the most basic supplies (tape or glue, scissors, paints or markers, rulers, colored paper, egg cartons, etc.) and whatever recycled or natural materials the crafter wants to use!
Disney Princess Enchanted Worlds
A lavish look inside 13 beautifully detailed castles, buildings, and vehicles from the animated Disney Princess movies. How do you reach the hidden staircase escape route in Rapunzel's tower? Where is the main stage of the ballroom inside Tiana's restaurant? How many turrets does Snow White's castle have? From Ariel's underwater palace to Cinderella's pumpkin coach and Belle's castle, explore the hidden treasures and mysteries of your favourite Disney Princesses' homes, vehicles, and buildings. Featuring all the need-to-know details about the enchanting worlds of the Disney Princesses: Go behind the scenes of all 13 Disney Princesses' homes and vehicles, with elaborate illustrations that capture each and every detailComplete with pages dedicated to each Disney Princess, including classic characters Ariel, Belle, and Jasmine alongside recent Princesses like Moana and RayaA beautiful gift for Disney fans and fairy tale lovers to cherish and enjoy - with plenty of hidden details to spot, you won't see all there is to see in just one read!This authoritative cross-sections book takes young Disney fans beyond what's seen on screen, offering enchanting surprises and a plethora of details to spot. Readers can feast their eyes on beautifully illustrated locations, including magical kingdoms, spellbinding ballrooms, and enchanting libraries. (c) 2025 Disney
Ultimate Paper Plane Book
The Ultimate Paper Plane Book - Take Your Folding Skills to New Heights! Take your paper plane skills to new heights with The Ultimate Paper Plane Book! Created in partnership with Dean Mackey, paper plane historian and curator of the Online Paper Airplane Museum, this book offers simple step-by-step folding instructions and clear diagrams to help you create 30 unique and high-performing paper planes. 30 Unique Plane Designs - From simple gliders to high-performance flyers Easy-to-Follow Instructions - Diagrams and folding tips for every plane Expert Insights - Includes aviation facts and terminology Perfect for All Ages - Great for kids, teens, and adults Learn about the science of flight while mastering the art of paper folding. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned folder, this book is your ticket to sky-high fun.
What's That Building?
A playful introduction to design and architecture with cutaway scenes of ten buildings, featuring an interactive guessing game and search-and-findIn this interactive first book of architecture, children discover how architects design everyday buildings, from planetariums, aquariums, and airports to supermarkets and shopping malls, so that they best meet their users' needs. Set up as a guessing game, the book presents clues that invite readers to guess which type of building is needed in 10 different scenarios. For example, what building do you need for students, teachers, and learning about science, history, and art? A school! Children continue the fun by looking for the hidden architect on each spread.Answers are provided in dramatic cutaway reveals that are jam-packed with details that children will delight in. Each building is accompanied by informative yet whimsical text that explains its architectural and design features.
Arts & Crafts Hobbies: Painting, Drawing, Sewing & More
Do you like to draw, paint, or sew? An arts and crafts hobby may be right for you! Learn how to get the tools, skills, and space necessary for a new hobby. Then complete fun projects designed to explore each hobby. Aligned to Common Core standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.
The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake
Who says you need lessons to start making music? With The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake, every child can be the star of the show. Discover the enchanting world of Swan Lake in this interactive musical storybook - just press the keys to play Tchaikovsky's spellbinding score!The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake invites children to step into the story and make the music themselves - no lessons needed, just a sense of fun. With a built-in keyboard that sounds just like a piano and colour-coded notes on every page, children can play along as they follow the scenes from Tchaikovsky's magical ballet.Using a simple one-finger method, budding musicians can learn 8 short, memorable melodies from Swan Lake, building confidence as they go. With a clear colour and letter-coded system, even the youngest players can follow along independently. And when they're ready, there's space to get creative and compose their own tunes using the full 14-key piano.This interactive musical book brings the world of classical music to life in a way that's playful, imaginative and completely child-led. With storytelling at its heart, The Story Orchestra: I Can Play: Swan Lake is the perfect first piano book for children who want to explore sound, story and creativity all in one.
Dear Reader
For Swifties everywhere, this guided journal with interactive prompts and questions, complete with stunning illustrations and a silky ribbon, explores all the literary easter eggs in Taylor's lyrics, revealing the best of her personal library - from The Bell Jar to The Great Gatsby. Dive into the literary world of Taylor Swift like never before. Between the pages of this interactive journal you will meet iconic characters of classic literature, soak up the magic of folklore and fairytales, delve into the imagery of tortured poets, and so much more. Welcome to Taylor's cosy library and lose yourself in the pages of ancient and modern literary classics. The journal is organised into ten themes, from the unreliable narrator of The Great Gatsby, the feminism of The Bell Jar, coming-of-age struggles of To Kill a Mockingbird or the social commentary of The Crucible. Discover the influence of Wuthering Heights running through songs like Enchanted and ivy, or the inspiration of The Picture of Dorian Gray in mirrorball and Anti-Hero.Deep dive into each topic with prompts, questions and invitations to create, doodle and dream, making this a private diary just for youDiscover visual easter eggs with the Music Video Muse, which explains the visual storytelling behind Taylor's music videosWrite your own lyrics or start a book club! With all your bookish knowledge, you too can be a songwriter or continue your literary journey.If you haven't read the books, no problem! SwiftNotes are provided for every literary work to give you a crash course. With a gorgeous ribbon and every page filled with beautiful illustrations, this will be a journal to treasure and return to time and again.
Where Do Bears Sleep?
Where do bears sleep when the moonlight falls? Children will love discovering how foxes, owls, skunks, coyotes, and deer find rest, and how sleep finds its way all the way home including two loyal family dogs... and finally to the little one in the house, - Read as a story: Perfect for a calm bedtime routine showing we all need to sleep.- Sing as a lullaby: Includes full musical score for piano or guitar, so parents, grandparents, and teachers can bring the song to life.Each spread features hand-painted, full-page watercolor illustrations of different animals in their natural sleeping places-from the forest to the tree trees. And some sleep in the day! The colors create a warm, cozy mood. Kids (and grown-ups) love it because it combines music, reading, and visual art in one book, it encourages curiosity about animals and their habitats and it builds rhythm, rhyme, and musicality in early readers.Make bedtime a peaceful, shared moment! Ideal for preschool, kindergarten, or homeschool storytime
Listen to the Music at Christmas
Celebrate Christmas through music in this interactive book, perfect for introducing little ones to the sounds and songs of the season. Join Pip and Sammy as they unpack a mysterious box filled with festive treasures, each one unlocking a musical journey around the world. From snowy sleigh rides in New York to fireworks in Argentina, every page introduces a new Christmas tradition and a timeless piece of music. Children press buttons to hear real traditional recordings, including: "Sleigh Ride" by Leroy Anderson (USA) "Gloucestershire Wassail" (England) "Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy" from The Nutcracker (Russia) "Carol of the Bells" (Ukraine) "Sankta Lucia" (Sweden) With vibrant illustrations and gentle narration, this book brings music to life at the touch of a button. Along the way, children meet composers, learn about instruments, and discover how music helps people celebrate Christmas across cultures. Whether read aloud or explored independently, it's a beautiful gift book that encourages curiosity, creativity, and musical play.
癒Mambo Mucho Mambo! the Dance That Crossed Color Lines
"The Spanish text is both conversational and informative, liberally using such words as 'giraban, ' 'vibraban, ' and 'meneaba, ' which will allow readers to feel the electricity of this music and dance move as they read." --Booklist Millie danced to jazz in her Italian neighborhood. Pedro danced to Latin songs in his Puerto Rican neighborhood. It was the 1940s in New York City, and they were forbidden to dance together . . . until first a band and then a ballroom broke the rules. Machito and His Afro-Cubans hit the scene with a brand-new sound, blending jazz trumpets and saxophones with Latin maracas and congas to create Latin jazz, music for the head, the heart, and the hips. Then the Palladium Ballroom issued a bold challenge to segregation and threw open its doors to all. Illustrated with verve and told through real-life characters who feature in an afterword, 癒Mambo Mucho Mambo! portrays the power of music and dance to transcend racial, religious, and ethnic boundaries.
Where Do Bears Sleep?
Where do bears sleep when the moonlight falls? Children will love discovering how foxes, owls, skunks, coyotes, and deer find rest, and how sleep finds its way all the way home including two loyal family dogs... and finally to the little one in the house, - Read as a story: Perfect for a calm bedtime routine showing we all need to sleep.- Sing as a lullaby: Includes full musical score for piano or guitar, so parents, grandparents, and teachers can bring the song to life.Each spread features hand-painted, full-page watercolor illustrations of different animals in their natural sleeping places-from the forest to the tree trees. And some sleep in the day! The colors create a warm, cozy mood. Kids (and grown-ups) will love it. It combines music, reading, and visual art in one book, encourages curiosity about animals and their habitats, builds rhythm, rhyme, and musicality in early readers and it makes bedtime a peaceful, shared moment.- Ideal for preschool, kindergarten, or homeschool storytime
