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Quick Crafts for Parents Who Think They Hate Craft
By Emma Scott-Child. 2019
If the thought of getting crafty with your children fills you with glittery dread then this book is for you.Quick…
Crafts for Parents Who Think They Hate Craft is packed with 40 projects free from crazy origami to lose your cool over and PVA glue to clean out of everyone’s hair. Get creative with your children even if you’re short on time (or patience). Split into 4 sections: play with it, wear it, spruce it up and useful things, all of the crafts have been created to ensure that play can continue once the crafting is over. Go on a swashbuckling adventure complete with pirate hook and sword, whale watching in the bath or a leafy jungle safari with hairy baboons and rattling snakes.Crafting doesn’t have to leave you cranky and the floor sticky!Totally Cool Nails: 50 Fun and Easy Nail Art Designs for Kids
By Catherine Rodgers. 2014
Say hello to fabulous nail art designs you can create!It's time to get your nails noticed! Catherine Rodgers, the creator…
of the popular nail art YouTube Channel Totally Cool Nails, shows you how to paint one-of-a-kind nail art designs right in your own home. With her guidance and helpful tips, you'll create 50 super-stylish nail art designs like Starfish, Rainbow Wave, Candy Heart, and Watermelon Nails. She also shares her secrets for giving yourself the perfect manicure, including how to prep your nails, use popular nail art tools, and personalize the designs. Whether you're looking for a super-stylish pattern or a fun holiday nail art design, this guide has a fantastic option for every occasion and mood.Complete with step-by-step instructions and full-color photographs of each project, Totally Cool Nails gives you awesome nails--every time!Get your paints and canvases ready for a fun-filled journey through art! Explore how artists get ideas and bring them…
to life, how art can affect the way we think and feel, and why people throughout history loved it so much.Why is art important? What's so great about it? In this illustrated book, you'll see the world through famous artists' eyes, and what inspired them to make art. And you'll use their techniques to produce your own masterpieces. Did you know that early humans spent a great deal of time on their cave paintings? Before cameras and smartphones were invented, people had paintings and drawings made of them to keep a record of what they looked like. Many artists, such as Vincent Van Gogh and Frida Kahlo, used art as a language to express their feelings, thoughts, and emotions in ways that words couldn't. Explore techniques you can use to create art, and you don't have to be good at drawing and painting to do it. If you want to learn why art has the power to be beautiful, shocking, entertaining, and even political, What's the Point of Art? is the place to start. This book is about how art has changed the world, one artistic movement at a time, and it is guaranteed to inspire, surprise, and entertain everyone who picks it up.Make Art with Nature: Find Inspiration and Materials From Nature
By Pippa Pixley. 2024
Get creative and make incredible pieces of art using rocks, wood, berries, flowers, and leaves.Learn how to pour paint onto…
a canvas, how to put pencil to paper and draw, how pieces of old paper can make a beautiful collage, and how different mediums can come together to create incredible prints, all with artist Pippa Pixley. Become inspired as Pippa takes you into the outdoors and shows you a wide range of artistic techniques, from understanding basic color theory, to creating texture, movement, and fluidity in your own work. You'll soon be able to turn a blank canvas into a piece of art! Find out how the very earth beneath your feet can be used to make paints and pastels, and how flowers and vegetables can be repurposed to create inks. There is much to look forward to! Learn how to master different art forms, but also how to make your own art supplies. Simple-to-follow instructions, fun facts, tips, and tricks, as well as lively illustrations and photography will allow you the creativity to run wild!Art can be used to express our thoughts, ideas, and feelings. It can be a relaxation tool, a way to keep busy, a future career path, or just a hobby. But the magic of art is that it can come in many different forms! Perfect for budding artists or for those who just want a moment to enjoy the wonders of nature. Your curiosity and exploration will be unlocked, as this book has something for everyone!LEGO Star Wars Visual Dictionary Updated Edition
By Elizabeth Dowsett. 2024
Celebrate 25 years of LEGO? Star Wars™!Tour the LEGO? Star Wars™ galaxy in this fully updated edition! Discover every detail…
of best-loved sets and vehicles, including the Mos Eisley Cantina and the Millennium Falcon. Find out about your favorite LEGO Star Wars minifigures-from Rey and C-3PO to Darth Vader and Boba Fett. Meet the LEGO Star Wars team and uncover exclusive behind-the-scenes facts! Find out everything you need to know about LEGO Star Wars in this must-have guide for fans of all ages. ©2023 The LEGO Group.© & ™ 2023 Lucasfilm Ltd.Dive into a world of mind-blowing facts that may defy belief, but they are all absolutely true!Can you believe the…
Eiffel Tower would fit inside a Sahara sand dune? Wow your friends and amaze your family with hundreds of new facts in this fun-filled, picture-packed bumper book for children aged 9+. 1,000 Amazing World Facts contains striking images, visual comparisons, and informative diagrams in one unforgettable journey around the world. From the tiniest microchip to our unimaginably enormous Universe, no subject is left unexplored. Celebrate your child's curiosity as they explore:- 1,000 mind-blowing facts that will be sure to wow family and friends. - CGI graphics, fun visual comparisons, and diagrams make stats and facts easy to understand.- Science boxes that are illustrated with engaging diagrams to explain information.Did you know that Earth could fit inside Jupiter more than 1,000 times? Or the blue whale's heart is as big as a car? Children will love all these facts and more, presented either with impressive CGI illustrations or eye-popping photography – plus additional boxes feature diagrams that make information easy to understand. More in the SeriesIf you like 1,000 Amazing World Facts then why not complete the collection? Journey to the Jurassic era with 1,000 Amazing Dinosaur Facts, learn about all things weird and wonderful with 1,000 Amazing Weird Facts, or discover the secret science of everything icky and sticky with 1,000 Amazing Gross Facts.All About Color
By Elizabeth Rusch. 2024
A fresh picture book of simple but surprising exploration of the art, science, and emotion of color. This mindful meditation…
encourages children to see the world differently.Colors don&’t exist. The sky is not blue. The grass is not green. A violet is not even violet. But color still plays an important role in our lives. Color can be a signal, as in a traffic light. It can be a call for help, like a life jacket. It can help us stand out or blend in, or feel like part of a team. Colors even affect our mood: red can make us angry, blue can make us sad, and yellow can brighten our day. Young readers will never look at color the same way again.Emma's Poem: The Voice of the Statue of Liberty
By Linda Glaser. 2010
Give me your tired, your poorYour huddled masses yearning to breathe free...Who wrote these words? And why? In 1883, Emma Lazarus,…
deeply moved by an influx of immigrants from Eastern Europe, wrote a sonnet that was to give voice to the Statue of Liberty. Originally a gift from France to celebrate our shared national struggles for liberty, the Statue, thanks to Emma's poem, slowly came to shape our hearts, defining us as a nation that welcomes and gives refuge to those who come to our shores. This title has been selected as a Common Core Text Exemplar (Grades 4-5, Poetry)From Oaxaca, Mexico, come vibrant wood carvings of animals that invite children to learn animal sounds in English and Spanish.…
Desde Oaxaca, México, vienen vibrantes tallados en madera de animales que invitan a los niños a aprender los sonidos de los animales en inglés y español.Did you know that animal noises can sound different in different languages? A goat greets you with "meh, meh" in English and "bee bee" in Spanish. And in English a rooster calls out "cock-a-doodle-doo" to greet the dawn, while a rooster loudly crows "ki-kiri-ki" in Spanish. Young readers will delight in identifying the fifteen imaginative figures of familiar animals in this charming bilingual book, while the text invites children to imitate animal sounds in English and Spanish. This is the perfect book for an interactive and playful beginning reading experience. ¿Sabías que los ruidos de los animales pueden sonar diferentes en diferentes idiomas? Una cabra te saluda con "meh, meh" en inglés y "bee bee" en español. Y en inglés, un gallo grita "cock-a-doodle-doo" para saludar al amanecer, mientras que un gallo canta en voz alta "ki-kiri-ki" en español. Los lectores jóvenes se deleitarán al identificar las quince imaginativas figuras de animales familiares en este encantador libro bilingüe, mientras que el texto invita a los niños a imitar los sonidos de los animales en inglés y español. Este es el libro perfecto para una experiencia de lectura inicial interactiva y lúdica.Imaginatively colored and adorned animals handcrafted in Oaxaca, Mexico, help teach children a rainbow of colors in English and Spanish.…
Animales adornados y de colores imaginativos hechos a mano en Oaxaca, México, ayudan a enseñar a los niños un arcoíris de colores en inglés y español.Have you ever seen an orange lion? A purple rabbit? These funny animals and more fill this delightful book brimming with bright colors. Young children learn color names -- both the basics such as red and yellow, and a few unusual ones such as turquoise and gold -- and pair each with the whimsical creature representing the color. Fifteen folk artists from Oaxaca created the imaginative color-specific creatures. Young children will find identifying colors so much fun that they will easily answer the final questions: Can you say all the colors in Spanish? / ¿Puedes nombrar todos los colores en inglés? ¿Alguna vez has visto un león anaranjado? ¿Un conejo morado? Estos divertidos animales y más llenan este encantador libro lleno de colores brillantes. Los niños pequeños aprenden los nombres de los colores, tanto los básicos--como el rojo y el amarillo y también algunos inusuales, como el turquesa y el dorado--y emparejan cada uno con la criatura caprichosa que representa el color. Quince artistas populares de Oaxaca crearon las imaginativas criaturas de colores específicos. A los niños pequeños les resultará tan divertido identificar los colores que responderán fácilmente la última pregunta: ¿Puedes nombrar todos los colores en inglés? / Can you say all the colors in Spanish?Walls: The Long History of Human Barriers and Why We Build Them (Orca Timeline #5)
By Gregor Craigie. 2024
Building walls that separate us from others is as old as humanity. People have built walls to keep others out…
for thousands of years, from the Great Wall of China to Hadrian's Wall to security fences along the US-Mexico border. But did you know they've also been built to keep people in, to grow food, to control nature and to collect taxes? Sometimes they've helped people and kept communities safe, but they've also created inequity and done more harm than good. Why do we have walls at all? Walls: the Long History of Human Barriers and Why We Build Them explores the many reasons humanity has put up walls over the course of our history, and why we continue building them today. The epub edition of this title is fully accessible.There's Math in My Origami!: 35 Fun Projects For Hands-on Math Learning
By Fumiaki Shingu. 2009
35 creative origami designs plus brain-teasing math questions add up to the perfect math activity for kids Discover how fractions,…
shapes, and symmetry turn a flat sheet of paper into a 3D work of art! Each one of the 35 amazing projects in There’s Math in My Origami!invites kids to: Follow the simple, step-by-step instructions Flex their math skills by answering a fun quiz question Fold adorable origami like they’ve never seen before! Includes educational projects for kids ages 7 and up—plus 2 pages of eye stickers, and 80 sheets of origami paper!Fashionopolis (Young Readers Edition): The Secrets Behind the Clothes We Wear
By Dana Thomas. 2022
A look at fast fashion and its impact on the environment and social justice, perfect for middle grade classroomsDid you…
ever think about where your jeans come from? How about the people who made your T-shirt, or what happens to the clothes you grow out of when you're done wearing them? The fabrics clothes are made of, the way they are designed and sewn and shipped around the world, and the way we consume them and get rid of them--every step in this process has a big impact on our environment, on the people who work in clothing factories, and on our cultures. This nonfiction book shows us how the clothes we wear--and throw away--every day are made, and what that means for our planet and for people around the world.Find success as a comic book artist with this step-by-step guide to creating, publishing, and marketing your very own comics.The…
secrets to comic book creation are at your fingertips! This comprehensive guide details the steps to becoming a hit comic book maker—from creating compelling characters and illustrations to getting published and marketing a finished product—and is full of insights from world-famous artists from such companies as DC, Marvel, and Dark Horse. In addition to highlighting tips from seasoned pros, inspiring success stories from young artists are sprinkled throughout along with a resource list of potential publishers to help you hit the ground running. So, You Want to Be a Comic Book Artist? also features in-depth chapters on adapting a storyline for video games and movies, using social media to promote a finished product, and self-publishing your own comic. Whether you’re just starting out or have been drawing comics for years, this book will get you where you want to go.Totally Washi!: More Than 45 Super Cute Washi Tape Crafts for Kids
By Ashley Ann Laz. 2014
Stick on the fun!Say hello to a whole new way of decorating! With Totally Washi!, you'll learn how to use…
washi tape, a colorful Japanese crafting tape, to transform everyday items into adorable creations everyone will love. Featuring 50 awesome washi tape projects, this book encourages you to let your imagination roam free as you cover your locker, bedroom, and even your friends' accessories in the stylish tape. Best of all, when you're bored with the look, you can simply peel off the tape and start all over again! The possibilities are endless with fun washi tape crafts like:Cloud & raindrop bookmarkBraided friendship braceletsCutout art framesBobby pin flowerLocker dry erase board Complete with step-by-step instructions and full-color photos, Totally Washi! will show you how to customize just about anything!Chinese Menu: The History, Myths, and Legends Behind Your Favorite Foods
By Grace Lin. 2023
The perfect gift book for Lunar New Year for anyone who loves good food—and an even better story!Newbery and Caldecott…
honoree and New York Times bestselling author Grace Lin delivers a groundbreaking, lushly illustrated, and beautifully written full-color book that explores the whimsical myths and stories behind your favorite American Chinese food. A New York Times bestseller! An ALA Notable BookA BookPage Best Book of the Year!A New York Public Library Best Book of 2023! From fried dumplings to fortune cookies, here are the tales behind your favorite foods. Do you know the stories behind delectable dishes—like the fun connection between scallion pancakes and pizza? Or how dumplings cured a village&’s frostbitten ears? Or how wonton soup tells about the creation of the world? Separated into courses like a Chinese menu, these tales—based in real history and folklore—are filled with squabbling dragons, magical fruits, and hungry monks. This book will bring you to far-off times and marvelous places, all while making your mouth water. And, along the way, you might just discover a deeper understanding of the resilience and triumph behind this food, and what makes it undeniably American. Award-winning and bestselling author Grace Lin provides a visual and storytelling feast as she gives insight on the history, legends, and myths behind your favorite American Chinese dishes. Chinese Menu makes the perfect gift book for anyone who loves good food—and an even better story.The Junior Birder's Handbook: A Kid's Guide to Birdwatching (The Junior Handbook Series)
By Danielle Belleny. 2023
A beautifully illustrated kid's guide to birds and their habitats, perfect for budding birders whether you live in a city,…
suburb, or rural area. In the woods, in cities, in your backyard—birds are everywhere. But do you know the difference between a robin and a wren? A raven and a crow? In this fully illustrated book, you will learn how to identify birds in an array of habitats and seasons (thanks to migration, there are always new birds to find). You'll also learn the different behaviors/habits of birds—from why blue jays divebomb other birds&’ nests to what attracts hummingbirds to certain flowers. As the popularity of birding and birdwatching reach new heights, more and more children have the opportunity to connect with nature, whether indoors or outside and with no equipment other than one&’s eyes (and this handbook, of course). What&’s not to love? Featuring Michelle Carlos's vibrant illustrations, this gorgeous (and gifty) book includes interactive elements like quizzes and crafts, as well as accessible charts/guides that will lead to endless fun!A Kid's Guide to Anime & Manga: Exploring the History of Japanese Animation and Comics (A Kid's Fan Guide)
By Samuel Sattin, Patrick Macias. 2023
An accessible, inclusive guide aimed at helping young fans celebrate their okatu spirit by sharing the history of anime and…
manga while giving young readers advice on how to explore and interact with this fandom. Whether they're watching anime on Netflix and Crunchyroll or bringing home stacks of manga from the library or bookstore, there is no denying that young fans need a guidebook to help them navigate this geeky space. Written by anime and manga fans, writers, and reviewers Samuel Sattin and Patrick Macias, A Kid's Guide to Anime & Manga includes chapters on: History and importance of anime and manga Breakdowns of how anime and manga are made Recommendations of popular series and films to enjoy Pro-tips on how to create your own anime and manga and to be involved in cosplay communities A Kid's Guide to Anime & Manga is packed with eye-catching two-color illustrations, fascinating facts, inspiring interviews, a glossary, and more to help young fans navigate and contribute to the growing anime and manga space.The Young Witch’s Guide to Living Magically: Potions, Lotions, Rituals, and Spells for Kids
By Nikki Van De Car. 2023
From the top-selling author of The Junior Witch's Handbook comes a guide to self-care that illuminates the connection between the mind…
and the body, with an emphasis on connecting to the natural world.The Young Witch's Guide to Living Magically teaches young witches that there is a strong connection between their body and spirit. With chapters on the internal, the external, and the home, young readers will learn to use charged crystals, healing herbs, and sacred spaces to help alleviate their stress and to create a better life for themselves. From projects such as baking lavender-chamomile cupcakes to creating shampoos to creating wind chimes and more, mystical expert Nikki Van De Car gives kids calming ways to bring peace, power, and magic into their busy lives.Sewing For Kids: 30 Fun Projects to Hand and Machine Sew
By Alexa Ward. 2019
Get crafty with super fun sewing projects for kids ages 6 to 9!From an adorable Needle House to an awesome…
Pizza Pencil Case, there are so many things that can be sewn with just a needle and thread. Packed with beginner techniques for both hand sewing and machine sewing, Sewing for Kids takes you stitch-by-stitch from threading a needle to making your own Fingerless Gloves.Get started with the ins and outs of hand sewing, like how to tie a knot or sew a whipstitch, and before you know it, you'll be sewing on a sewing machine! Wow your friends with your own hand-sewn Fruit Purse—then, take your sewing up a notch with machine projects like a Winter Beanie and Shark Tail Blanket.Sewing for beginners—Start stitching with easy-to-understand techniques, safety rules, basic stitches to build on, and tips for filling your sewing kit.Something for everyone—These fun and funky hand-sewing and machine-sewing projects increase in difficulty so you can get comfortable sewing and then practice your skills.So much to choose from—Have a blast sewing handmade goods, like a Sloth Backpack Charm, a Tic-Tac-Toe Pillow, and a Beanbag Chair—and customize your crafts with tips to make them your own.With this sewing book for kids, you'll have tons of fun and learn an impressive skill you'll use for the rest of your life.