Children’s / Teenage general interest: Art and artists

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Book SynopsisRosie Bay is a talented illustrator with a passion for creating charming and whimsical scenes. Rosie's work is known for its warm, inviting aesthetic, perfect for capturing the cosy essence of autumn.

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Book SynopsisWith enticing Hokusai paintings alongside simple instructions to make 13 different origami animals and objects, haikus, as well as 50 sheets of origami paper!

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Book SynopsisSend a kind note with watercolor!This on-the-go art kit includes everything you need to personalize postcards year-round. Learn the basics of watercolor painting and letter writing, then fill in ready-to-mail postcards with paint. (Simply add a stamp!) A 16-page instruction book gives beginner-friendly painting tips and techniques. Artwork is themed around special occasions, sharing kindness, or just to say hi. The book comes in a backpack-stashable kit with six watercolor paints, a palette, and a paintbrush, so you can make like Matisse on the go!

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Book SynopsisThe only guide to Walt Disney World that is written for kids under the renowned Birnbaum imprimatur.

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Book SynopsisWonder Woman and manga unite! Put a new spin on mythical Super Heroes and Super-Villains, and learn how to draw them as dynamic manga characters. Easy-to-follow steps start with simple lines and progress to fully coloured figures that practically leap off the page. Along the way, discover interesting Japanese comics facts and tips for punching up your artwork. Packed full of stunning illustrations, this guide will inspire creativity and help artists of all levels reimagine the Amazing Amazon Princess, Steve Trevor, The Cheetah, Ares and more as manga-style masterpieces!

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Book SynopsisWrite fearlessly. Write what is true and real to you.Bestselling, award-winning author Angie Thomas brings her talents to this essential creative writing journal. From initial idea to finished draft, Angie shares her thoughts, advice and best practices on developing a true-to-you writing project.Packed full of step-by-step tips, writing prompts and exercises for: Discovering story ideas Creating memorable characters Realizing your setting Shaping your story Getting feedback from others And more!With 24 illustrated inspirational quotes from Angie''s acclaimed novels The Hate U Give and On the Come Up, and plenty of blank pages for your own words, Find Your Voice will ignite your creativity and help you bring your own unique stories to life. A must-have for aspiring writers and Angie fans.Trade ReviewFeatured in The School Librarian’s '16-19’ section. * The School Librarian *Thomas offers sharp advice to those wrestling with novels or Young Adult fiction. She writes with appealing honesty, taking in everything from writer’s block to deciding what a final draft should look like. The book also comes interspersed with prompts and writing exercises alongside other tips and suggestions to help airlift writers out of the mud. -- Top 10 books about creative writing * The Guardian *

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Book SynopsisA unique and gentle art-therapy-based book to help children grow their resilience through creativityPicturing My Resilience encourages children to become ''resilience artists'', using their amazing minds to get to know and grow their resilience. Children are asked to think about the colours, textures and shapes that express the look and feel of resilience to them. Children consider and recognise how they''ve been resilient in the past and how they can ''speak'' about resilience through their art. At the end of the book, children have a set of self-made resources to use again and again when they need a reminder of their creative coping skills.All the Colours of Me is a series of books written by Art Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Practitioner, Anna Shepherd. The series addresses key emotions in the life of a child through safe and gentle creative engagement. Each books includes a guide for adults, a glossary of key terms and furtheTable of Contents 1: LISTENING TO OUR FEELINGS 2: ART-MAKING CAN HELP 3: RESILIENCE IS ... 4: RESILIENCE FEELS LIKE 5: RESILIENCE LOOKS LIKE 6: RESILIENCE ACTS LIKE 7: SHADES OF RESILIENCE 8: SPEAKING OF RESILIENCE 9: SLOW AND STEADY RESILIENCE 10: PRACTISING RESILIENCE 11: YOU ARE A RESILIENCE ARTIST! 12: KEY TERMS AND FURTHER RESOURCES 13: A GUIDE FOR ADULTS 14: HELPFUL CONTACTS

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Book SynopsisLearn to draw the cutest kawaii pictures in easy-to-follow steps! Split into 4 sweet sections, the drawing tutorials cover food and drink, cats and kittens, unicorns and other adorable animals, and cute characters. Easy step-by-step sequences for 80 different designs, in 5-7 steps, makes this super accessible to the young and the young at heart.

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents 1: The Earliest Britons 1: Roman Britain 1: Anglo-Saxons and Vikings 1: The Norman Conquest 1: The Middle Ages 1: Wars in France and at Home 1: The Tudors 1: The Reformation and the Dissolution of the Monasteries 1: The Elizabethan Age 1: Queen Elizabeth and the Spanish Armada 1: James I – the First Stuart King 1: The Civil War 1: Restoration and Revolution 1: The Industrial Revolution 1: The Georgian Age 1: War Overseas 1: Victorian Britain 1: The Edwardians 1: The First World War 1: Depression and War 1: Post-War Britain 1: Glossary 1: Timeline 1: Further information 1: Index

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Book SynopsisUnderstand the science of the world around you by making artCan you tell the difference between kinetic, stored and chemical energy? This book will help you to work like a scientist: testing ideas, making investigations and doing experiments. But you''ll also be an artist, using different kinds of energy to make art, including wind, water, heat and light. Sound good? What are you waiting for?Science Makes Art skilfully blends science theory with fun art projects to encourage learning and creativity. It''s the perfect series to introduce key science principles and for cross-curricular and topic-based learning.Using materials from around the home, make art projects such as: - Paint pendulums- Wind-powered dancer- Heat mobiles- Moving sea pictures- A solar pizza ovenContents:Equipment and Materials/ What is Energy?/ Chemical Energy/ Kinetic Energy/ Stored Energy/ Electrical Energy/ Renew

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Book SynopsisA how-to guide to making your own collages, brimful of fascinating hints and tips from a master of the genre.Over the course of a 40-year career, Jeannie Baker has perfected the art of collage in the creation of picture-book classics such as Where the Forest Meets the Sea and Window, a Boston Globe-Horn Honour Book. Her stunning pieces, devised by assembling all sorts of different textures, are known all around the globe. Whether it''s dried flowers or tiny shells, spaghetti or postage stamps, she uses the world around her to make work that is astonishingly beautiful and deeply creative. And she focuses on a range of important issues including the environment, land degradation, family, society and sustainability. In Playing with Collage, she shares her secrets at last and encourages her readers to get creative. Within each of this book''s four main sections, Jeannie presents an abstract collage of her own and offers suggestions and starting points fo

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Book SynopsisThe newest volume in Black Dog's best-selling, award-winning Child's Introduction series explores the fascinating world of art and artists and includes do-it-yourself art projects throughout.In the tradition of Black Dog's best-selling Child's Introduction books, which include The Story of the Orchestra and A Child's Introduction to the Night Sky, A Child's Introduction to Art introduces kids ages 9 through 12 to the art world's most famous painters, styles, and periods, all brought to life through full-color photographs of 40 masterpieces, as well as charming original illustrations.The book highlights 40 painters and sculptors, including Leonardo da Vinci, Claude Monet, Diego Velasquez, Vincent van Gogh, Salvador Dali, Mary Cassatt, and Andy Warhol, providing information on their life, inspirations, influences, technique, and a full-color photo of one of their signature works of art. It also includes an overview of various styles and periods (Renaissance, Impressionism, Cubism, etc.), instruction on how to view and appreciate art, and information on the color wheel and other tools artists employ.Fun art projects throughout, such as Can You Find It?, Q-tip pointillism, making a stained-glass window with tissue paper, and Spatter Paint like Pollock, allow kids to learn about painting techniques and explore their own artistic abilities. Also includes five masterpiece paintings to color.Meredith Hamilton's witty illustrations add another dimension to the excellent text and photographs.

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Book Synopsis 5 simple step-by-step instructions teach you how to draw all kinds of animals Perfect for beginner artists of all ages—both kids and adults! Practices pages included alongside each drawing If you’re aspiring to be an artist, this book will help you learn fast! Do you want to learn the secrets of becoming a great artist? All it takes is following the five simple steps within the pages of this book! Connect shapes, follow the lines, and before you know it, you’ll be developing your artistic talent. Each of the sixty images included has step-by-step, easy-to-follow directions to help you learn to create each of these cool illustrations.Whether it is a dog, cat, lion, tiger, bear, giraffe, lizard, or owl you’ll quickly become a pro at drawing them all with ease. You can either trace the images using the original image or hone in on your freehand skills by using the facing practice page included after each sheet of instructions. There is even a colored sample to give you an idea how to put the finishing fluorescent touches on your illustrations!How to Draw Animals also has the added bonus of more than 30 scenic background pages that leave room for you to doodle images and practice your newly acquired skills. Each coloring image provides space for you to sketch an image from the dozens of animals that you’ve learned from this book.Sharpen your pencils and get ready to spring your illustrations to life. This book will teach you how embrace your inner Picasso and have fun doing it!

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Book SynopsisThe Super Book for Superheroes is a compendium of ideas, drawing, colouring and activities that allows you to create your own crusaders for justice who do battle with supervillains, unravelling their crazed schemes for taking over the world. You will learn to draw villains such as the Mad Scientist, Bog Creature and Evil Robot, while also creating superheroes, their sidekicks, secret hideouts, outfits and super gadgets. And there are superpowers to discover – such as invisibility, super strength, speed, flight, heat vision, teleportation and X-ray vision. This book is a must for anyone wanting to create their own superhero universe!

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Book SynopsisAward-winning British illustrator Marion Deuchars has returned with a new addition to her popular Let's Make Some Great Art activity book series. From drawing and painting to collaging and printing, Let's Make Some Great Art: Animals includes all kinds of art activities to engage budding artists and animal-lovers.Get creative as you blow-paint your own strange creatures, make handprint animals, or use paper and fingerprints to make greyhounds, giraffes and tigers

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Book SynopsisFrom the sandals of Ancient Rome to the towering heels of Vivienne Westwood; a phenomenal frolic through footwear fashion. Lace up your boots and take a journey through the rich history of footwear. Shoes tell stories about their wearers - who they are, where they come from and how they want to be seen. Over the years, these stories and footwear styles have evolved. From André Perugia's surrealist creations of the 1940s to Terry de Havilland's iconic 1970s wedges, and the famous rivalry between the Dassler brothers that birthed Adidas and Puma, this book showcases the most captivating tales and personalities in shoe design throughout history. With stunning illustrations by award-winning Daisy Wynter, reminiscent of fellow shoe lover Andy Warhol's style, this book is a delightful addition to any fashion or footwear enthusiast's collection, whether they're 6 or 60.

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Book SynopsisEncourage children, to unplug and get outside and enjoy all that nature has to offer. Ideas for forest fun and games including making mud monsters, being creative with wood and using the sun to help you draw a masterpiece!

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Book SynopsisVisit the world’s greatest museum without leaving your home through this imaginary art museum – a visually spectacular survey of world art for middle-grade readers, curated in collaboration with a global team of experts and educators This imaginary art museum is an educational and inspiring experience without the constraints of space and time. Discover beautiful reproductions from pre-history to the present, arranged in easy-to-navigate, colour-coded wings, galleries, and rooms, each with an informative narrative guide. Marvel at its remarkable range of styles and mediums – from classic to contemporary, and from paintings and sculptures to photographs and textiles. With a fold-out museum map and floor plans to follow, and interactive cross-referencing activities, this museum-in-a-book spotlights the iconic and important works and movements in art history and provides the perfect introduction to the history of human creativity. Curated in collaboration with the team of experts and educators behind Phaidon’s groundbreaking global bestseller The Art Museum, which won acclaim from the New York Times, The Times, NPR, Vogue, and more – and a starred Library Journal review. Every single piece in this book was selected to illustrate important historical, cultural, and artistic facts, not only in order to give children a comprehensive foundation in world art history, but to also share with them the idea that art history is a culmination of 40,000 years of people sharing themes, ideas, techniques and incredible creativity across time and space. With its lavish page size and over 300 wonderfully diverse artworks, this book is the ultimate resource for all art-hungry children and their parents. Ages 8-12Trade Review“Like a tour guide who knows how to hold the attention of a gaggle of distracted school kids, Gipson, an art historian, does a fine job keeping the text fun, digestible and mercifully brief.” – New York Times “A brightly colored, globe-spanning tome … in a book this big, there’s plenty to delight art partisans.” – Wall Street Journal “Playful and informative, with something for all ages.” – The Guardian Featured on Curbed’s “Best Gifts for Design-Minded Kids” “This children's book balances the scales.” – CNN Style “An accessible, well-organized, and solidly enjoyable foundation for anyone interested in art history.” – Publishers Weekly “Extremely comprehensive...A thoroughly innovative approach to art history." – Booklist “A vibrantly illustrated book that … is broken down in digestible bites … this is one I'll keep in the house for myself and young nieces." — Danielle Kwateng, Teen Vogue “For the art curious and aficionados.” – New York Magazine's The Strategist "This book is a museum. An excellent gift for a young art lover or even just someone who hasn't made it to an in-person cultural experience in a while.” – Book Riot “Travel through time and all over the world finding the most famous art of all time in this perfect coffee table book. With over 40,000 years of art, there's something for everyone to enjoy.” – Red Tricycle "The MOST impressive, well-organized, and beautifully designed art history book for children that I’ve EVER read!” – Imagination Soup STARRED review “[A] captivating art museum–in–a–book.” – domino “A recommended world art survey that can be utilized for art history instruction, school reports, and inquisitive browsing." – School Library Journal “A thoroughly innovative approach to art history.” – Booklist “Ferren Gipson is ready to take you on an adventure … in this perfect coffee table book.” – Tiny Beans “An educational, accessible and inspiring resource that will delight art enthusiasts both young and old. This is a must-have for schools and libraries, and anyone interested in art history. We’ll be referring to this treasure of a book for years to come!” – Little Library Owl

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Book SynopsisMah Jahan is a rich merchant who travels far and wide to trade her goods, and keeps countless colourful birds in cages. When leaving for India, she promises to bring back gifts for all her servants, and for her favourite talking parrot. All that the parrot requests is for her to go to the jungle, greet his friends and ask if they have any messages for him. But when she delivers their message to him, she learns an important lesson about how to treat the ones you love.

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Book SynopsisA large-format board book for Easter that celebrates traditions of egg-decorating from around the world in exquisite cut-paper illustration. Discover a world of beautiful pattern and colour! Decorated eggs are found all over the world in many different countries. They are a wonderful celebration of family, culture and tradition. Complete with a stencil incorporated into the design, this book will encourage children to create their own beautiful eggs.Trade Review‘In this board book, Melbourne-based artist and illustrator Alice Lindstrom uses her stunning cut-paper style of illustration to introduce the tradition of egg decoration across a number of cultures around the world … Beautiful Eggs is a unique and engaging gift idea that celebrates family, art and tradition and will be a cherished addition to any child’s Easter celebrations.’ -- Jacqui Davies * Books+Publishing *‘Stunning ... a perfect gift and educational craft resource.’ -- Amie Sabadin * Kids’ Book Review *‘Beautiful ... A book for the whole family.’ * Child *‘The illustrations are strong and colourful and this would make the perfect Easter gift.’ -- Sarah Webb * Irish Independent *‘This book is of exceptional quality throughout and is a fascinating glimpse at the various cultures, families, and traditions around the world that focus on celebrating the modest egg.’ -- Claire Warren * The School Librarian *

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Book SynopsisA lyrical and inspiring picture book about the life of Frida Kahlo—told through the language of flowers—and how she blossomed into a celebrated, beloved artist Like a seed / Frida sprouted /And burst through the earth where / the coyotl once foraged.Coyoacán was the place where Frida grew. Told through the language and imagery of the native Mexican flowers and plants comes the life of acclaimed and beloved artist Frida Kahlo. Like a flower, Frida blossomed, wilted, was crushed, survived, and thrived, growing into one of the most celebrated Indigenous painters. This poetic and empowering picture book, written by Nydia Armendia-Sánchez and illustrated by Pura Belpré Honor awardee Loris Lora, features the very flora Frida grew in her garden, bought at the market in her hometown, painted in her famous portraits, and wore proudly in a crown around her head. Back matter will include a labeled, illustrated guide to all the flowers and plants featured, an author’s note, and an activity for kids to make their own flower crown!

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Book SynopsisNow available in paperback, this highly engaging book teaches young readers about great works of art by challenging them to spot the difference between the original and a sly forgery. From Michelangelo to Picasso, art history is filled with stories of spectacular forgeries that have stumped the greatest scholars of their time. It is from this fascinating angle that young readers learn about the great works of art in this fun and educational book. Set in an imaginary museum, it presents reproductions of famous art works alongside "forgeries." Readers are asked to play detective as they examine each painting closely, looking for the differences. Along the way a small cartoon sleuth leads them through the paintings, uncovering technical and historical details that enhance readers' appreciation and knowledge. Whether they're examining Seurat's painting of an afternoon scene on the island of La Grande Jatte; an arrangement of flowers by Sargent; van Gogh's Starry Night; or Rousseau's Exotic Landscape, readers will be playfully drawn into the world of great art and no doubt eager to examine other works first hand.

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Book SynopsisFire up young readers'' imagination and creativity with this classic story featuring added STEAM activities.This beloved children''s adventure is retold with vivid and engaging new illustrations and at the end of every chapter, there are exciting new science, technology, engineering, art and mathematics activities, themed around the events in the book. The activities range from simple puzzles to fun, dynamic experiments, so there''s something for every enquiring mind. It''s the ideal combination of enchanting story and stimulating science fun.

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Book SynopsisAnyone can doodle—and this book proves it! Your intrepid doodling guide Kamo is the author of many bestselling drawing guides, and in this one she shows you how to create simple doodles anywhere using just a ballpoint pen. You'll learn to use Kamo's motto: "Once you know the basics, you can draw anything!"This book provides hundreds of examples showing you how to create doodles that are lively and entertaining in three easy steps. Unlike fine-art or manga drawings, there are no rules and no fancy techniques. All that's needed is a free hand and a free spirit!This book makes an ideal gift for doodlers of all ages, beginners and amateurs alike. It shows you how to doodle anywhere—at home, in the office and on the go—on loose scraps of paper or in a notebook. Learn to use your decorative doodles to dress up and enliven things you use everyday—from letters, gift cards and invitations to journals, appointment books, household labels, business cards and scrapbooks.Doodles are useful and fun—and their applications are endless!Trade Review"It's neat to see how just changing tiny details one at a time will give you a multitude of different-looking characters." --Castle View Academy blog

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Book SynopsisIf you can make a simple shape, you can draw an animal! In his fun follow-up to Drawing Shape by Shape, Christopher Hart - the world's bestselling author of how-to-draw books - has devised an irresistible menagerie of more than 90 colourful creatures to create. Begin with a basic circle, square, rectangle, or triangle, and turn it step-by-easy-step into a kitty, dog, elephant, baby gator, and many more. And what's really cool is, you can still see the starting shape even in the completed animal! Perfect for children - and artistically inclined adults, too!

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Book SynopsisExciting art instruction books with 14 fun drawing projects. Include simple step-by-step instructions, bright illustrations and suggestions for further projects. Discover your child's drawing talent!

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Book SynopsisA beautiful collection of paintings, drawings and reflections on creatures, our constant companions, from the masterful narrative artist Shaun Tan.A creature does not necessarily represent one thing or another; it just is. A mysterious being in a mysterious world, much like you and me, trying to fit in, trying to be unique, or just trying to make sense of things as best we can, to exist.World-renowned artist Shaun Tan turns his hand to the theme of creatures. The first thing Shaun ever drew as a child was a creature, and they are still at the heart of his work. This volume collects together unseen and stand-alone drawings and paintings, along with rich and thoughtful commentary from Shaun on his inspirations. Delving deep into the timeless allure of non-human creatures, and what they might tell us about our 'normal' human selves, this book is perfect for artists, writers and dreamers alike.Trade ReviewFeatured in the October Previews -- Charlotte Eyre * The Bookseller *[…] whether or not you are familiar with the work of Shaun Tan this book is a must. It is solace. It is wonder. It is joy. * Armadillo Magazine *featured in the Books for Keeps Christmas gift guide. * Books for Keeps *Its philosophical commentary and bizarre, delightful beings will appeal to imaginative, artistic 12+ dreamers. * Best children's and YA books of 2022, Guardian *A must-have title for all fans of Shaun Tan and lovers of illustration generally. * ACHUKA *

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Book SynopsisBob the bird is just like all his friends, apart from his skinny legs. When Bob is teased, he decides to try and change himself to fit in. But little does he know where all his efforts will lead him… An affirming picture book for age 3+ about the power of art and of being confident enough to be yourself.

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Book SynopsisEvery super hero has a power, be it super strength, mind control, special gadgets or super speed. In this book you'll not only discover how to draw original heroes in their unique costumes, but also how to recreate these super powers on the page! The How to Draw series takes a highly visual and practical approach to drawing, featuring step-by-step instructions for each art project. Duotone lines highlight each step. Each title includes information on the drawing materials you can use and where to use them most effectively. Pencil, pen, crayon, paints and charcoal and more are all covered in detail. The series covers a comprehensive range of rudimentary techniques - with sections on materials, composition and perspective. The How To Draw series is an excellent way to introduce the concepts of drawing to child and adult alike.

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Book SynopsisHelps kids learn how to draw manga eyes, heads, faces, bodies, as well as more specific lessons on drawing manga fantasy characters, manga 'shoujo' and manga monsters. This title features more than 1,000 illustrations that offer step-by-step instruction and fun, colourful inspiration.

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Book SynopsisAs seen inThe Wall Street Journal,WSJ. Magazine,Guardian, andThe Times UK''A perfect introduction to art for parents and children to enjoy together.'' GuardianA brand-new combined, revised, and expanded edition of the ground-breaking, iconic art book series for children perfect for readers aged 7-12 Two decades ago, Phaidon published the first volume in The Art Book for Children series (adapted especially for children from Phaidon's iconic The Art Book), which quickly became beloved by children and parents the world over. To share its legacy with a new generation of readers, this combined, updated, and expanded edition pairs a selection of best of' artists from the original series with 30 brand-new contemporary entries. This single volume features 60 artists through a wide range of large-scale, full-page reproductions of their artworks, including paintings, photographs, sculptures, video, prints, and installations from across time and space. Each page showcases defining artworks by the artists, combined with an interactive and informative conversation, giving relatable and memorable contexts for children, and inspiring a curiosity and appreciation for the Visual Arts that will continue into adulthood. With a fresh new design, this book both features the best of' from the original two volumes, plus new entries, specially selected in collaboration with art historian and writer, Ferren Gipson. Ages 7-12

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Book SynopsisGrab a pencil and draw your very own Beano comic book with this amazing guide!Trade Review“The first thing I ever picked up to read for pleasure was The Beano.” – David Walliams

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Book SynopsisFrom the award-winning Ed Vere comes a joyful and inspirational celebration of beauty, mistakes and the artist in all of usThe Artist''s optimistic ending, in particular, makes it perfect for bedtime reading and bedtime dreaming for little artists. It's a useful reminder for grown-up artists too.' - Art QuarterlyOne brave little artist goes on one epic adventure to share her art, and in doing so learns that it doesn''t matter if you colour outside the lines, that art is full of heart... and that maybe you are an artist too!What is an artist?Someone who sees beauty... Someone with a mind full of colours, feelings, and ideas... Someone who plays and dreams and makes...Praise for How to be a Lion - winner of the Oscar''s Book PrizeThis witty, resonant picture book is a manual for anyone''s life, young or old. Sunday Times Children''s Book of the WeekPositive role models showing boys how to be Trade ReviewWriter-illustrator Ed Vere returns with another beautifully illustrated children's book, celebrating what it means to be an artist ... an uplifting story for any child who loves to draw. * The Independent *Colorful, boldly imaginative, dynamic, quirky, and wonderfully child-appealing illustrations. . . . This book proclaims what children already know: Creativity and making art spark joy * Kirkus Reviews starred review *The overriding messages of The Artist are deployed with gentleness, simplicity and clarity: the need for artists and for art-making, alongside the need for self-belief and tenacity. The book’s optimistic ending, in particular, makes it perfect for bedtime reading and bedtime dreaming for little artists. It’s a useful reminder for grown-up artists too. * Art Quarterly *A little artist decides to inject color into her drab gray city. As she boldly paints the town red (and yellow and blue) she brings beauty and life to all who live there. This vivacious storybook is perfect for young children, graduates or anyone setting on their own path and in need of a little bravery or inspiration. * New York Post - The Best Books to Buy for Christmas *Realizing that making mistakes is part of the process could be a game-changer for the many kids who can't conquer their discouragement when their art falls short of their expectations * Booklist *Even if readers don't need encouragement to unleash their own talents, they should be intrigued by this protagonist's arc toward artistic assurance * Publishers Weekly *This book is perfect to read with children who have started drawing but sometimes feel disheartened when their drawing doesn't turn out exactly as they see it in their heads ... a stunningly beautiful book with a message for young and old - and it makes readers look anew and refreshed at the world. Ed Vere is one of the most talented children's books creators of our time and takes the care to make every word and every mark mean something, in or out of the lines * Booktrust *

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Book SynopsisFreddie Mercury was:A musician A songwriter An inspiration Farrokh Bulsara was a young boy who loved music and was known for being quiet and kind, even when people made fun of his unusual teeth.Farrokh grew up to be Freddie Mercury, an incredible musician who could command audiences with his charisma and talent, and who would one day say that those teeth were the very reason he was able to sing with such amazing range. From his childhood in Zanzibar to the formation of rock band Queen, to their record-breaking Live Aid performance, discover the journey Freddie Mercury took to becoming one of the world''s most influential musicians.Explore other extraordinary lives:The Extraordinary Life of Stephen HawkingThe Extraordinary Life of Michelle ObamaThe Extraordinary Life of Katherine JohnsonThe Extraordinary Life of Mahatma GandhiThe Extraordinary Life of Alan Turing The Extraordinary Life of Serena WilliamsThe Extraordinary Life of Nelson Mandela

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Book SynopsisWonder at the incredible stories behind more than 50 artists who have inspired the world in this non-fiction book for kids. Pour paint onto a canvas with Jackson Pollock, laugh along with the pranks of Hokusai, and find beauty in your self-portrait with Frida Kahlo, as you follow the stories of more than 50 fabulous artists and theirgroundbreaking work.Through charming storytelling rich in detail, Artists celebrates famous figures as well as lesser-known trailblazers, each with a tale as intriguing as it is unique. From cat connoisseur Louis Wain to pattern fanatic Yinka Shonibare, the artists in this book have all used their creativity and complexity to make powerful art that has enriched the lives of many. These groundbreaking pieces range from those whose beauty keeps you coming back for more, to some that might change your worldview.Dive deep into the pages of this awe-inspiring art book to discover: -Unique focus on the c

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Book SynopsisDiscover incredible artworks and find your inspiration in The Metropolitan Museum of Art! Cut, stick, paint and draw with these awesomely arty activities inspired by real masterpieces. An artistic cheetah leads you through the museum as you explore and discover amazing pieces from The Met. Follow the prompts to create your own works of art! Turn your hand to artistic techniques like pointillism and sgraffito, and have a go at making clay sculptures and relief prints. With space for you to try out each idea and amazing facts to read, you''ll find all the inspiration you need to make art and have fun.

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Book SynopsisArt For Kids Hub is a leading art YouTube channel for kids. In each episode, dad Rob, mum Teryn and one of their four children Jack, Hadley, Austin and Olivia sit side-by-side and get viewers to join in on their super-fun art lessons. With new lessons Monday to Friday, Art For Kids Hub' fun-first approach to drawing has made millions of viewers fall in love with art and come back again and again.

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Book SynopsisIntroduces Miro, a quiet, kind and smartly dressed man, who 'dreamed when he was awake' and painted wonderfully strange worlds filled with magical animals. This book is illustrated with some of Miro's finest works, as well as evocative archive photography by Lee Miller and specially commissioned artworks by children done in the style of Miro.Trade Review'With wonderful insights into the imaginative mind of one of the most celebrated Spanish painters and sculptors of the 20th century, Miró’s Magic Animals is a brilliant introduction to Surrealist art' - Junior Magazine'Enchanting … Conveys the character of the artist and the magic to be found in his work' - Daily Telegraph'Shares charming insights into Miro’s life and love of animals, together with stunning photographs by Lee Miller' - Guardian'An engaging, vivid and playful story that appeals to small children and adult art lovers alike' - World Kids'Beautifully designed … a must-have for little art lovers with vivid imaginations' - Smallish'Filled with fantastical, dream-like pictures, this is a delightful book' - Kids in Museums'A lovely way to get children talking about and exploring art' - Bambino Goodies'This is a brilliant introduction to Miró, but also a great introduction to art - encouraging us to look closer at paintings and wonder what the artist was looking at, thinking, seeing or feeling' - It's All About Stories'Surreal and superb illustrations and a fascinating glimpse into the world of one of the most celebrated artists of the 20th century' - Read It Daddy'It is sure to appeal to art lovers large and small ' - Sussex Life

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