Children’s / Teenage general interest: Art and artists
Sixth & Spring Books Drawing Cartoons from Numbers and Letters: 125+
Book SynopsisCartooning can be as easy as 1, 2, 3 and A, B, C! Using material from Drawing Cartoons from Numbers and Drawing Cartoons Letter by Letter, this fifth book in the Christopher Hart Books for Kids how-to-draw series teaches kids a fun way to create 125+ characters. Start with the number 4—then turn it into a kooky bird! Or transform an L into a zooming, flying superhero. With his simple step-by-step directions, Christopher Hart gives kids ages 4 and up an easy process for learning to draw as they also build their reading, writing, and number recognition skills. Hart uses the numbers 1 to 9 as well as multidigit numerals, and upper- and lower-case letters from A to Z. It’s creative fun at its best!
£11.69
Tuttle Publishing How to Doodle Year-Round: Cute & Super Easy
Book SynopsisCreate simple seasonal and holiday doodles using multicolored pens!Want to draw a jack-o'-lantern with a toothy smile? How about a silly Santa out cruising in his sleigh? How to Doodle Year-Round helps you create these sweet and sensational designs—no previous artistic training required!Kamo provides hundreds of examples, unlocking the simple secrets to drawing freewheeling, lively and amusing doodles. Unlike fine-art or manga, there are no rules and no art-school techniques to master. All you need is a free hand and a free spirit.This book encourages doodlers to pick up a pen and start artfully scribbling whenever and wherever they are. Doodles can be dashed off on a piece of scrap paper or permanently enshrined on a T-shirt, bookmark, invitation or gift.*Recommended for artists 16 & up*Trade Review"…the doodling steps are whimsical and fun, and with all the fun colors of the doodles, kids will love grabbing a sheet of blank paper to try their hand at a toothy jack o'lantern, a tree decked out for Christmas or even flowery and stylish spring clothing for the fashionista your child will learn how to draw." --Inspired by Savannah blog
£10.44
Prestel The Great Wave: A Children's Book Inspired by
Book SynopsisOn a stormy winter's day, a baby boy, Naoki, is swept into a fisherman's boat by a great wave. Years pass, but still Naoki does not grow. Must he return to the ocean in order to become a young man? The answer arrives in the form of a mythic fish. Japanese artist Hokusai is one of the world's most celebrated printmakers. His famous woodcut, 'The Great Wave', epitomizes the artist's characteristic techniques and themes. In this children's book, the artist's masterpiece is the genesis for a simple but compelling story, beautifully illustrated in pictures that recall Hokusai's brilliant use of detail, perspective and colour. A stunning reproduction of the woodcut itself is featured in the book, supplemented by information about the artist and his work. At once modern and classic, The Great Wave introduces young readers to a beloved artist and his timeless portrayals of nature and transformation.
£10.79
Hinkler Books Hide and Seek Rock Painting Kit
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£10.43
Penguin Putnam Inc Who Was Claude Monet
Book SynopsisClaude Monet is considered one of the most influential artists of all time. He is a founder of the French Impressionist art movement, and today his paintings sell for millions of dollars. While Monet was alive, however, his work was often criticized and he struggled financially. With over one hundred black-and-white illustrations, this book unveils a true portrait of the artist!
£6.23
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc Clay Lab for Kids: 52 Projects to Make, Model,
Book SynopsisIn Clay Lab for Kids, art teacher and winner of the Netflix bake-off show Nailed It! Cassie Stephens presents 52 hands-on projects made with kid-friendly clays that get kids working creatively and thinking three-dimensionally. Squishy, colorful, and infinitely shapable, clay just might be the most versatile art material for kids. Author-artist-teacher Cassie Stephens has created all-new clay projects for kids of all skill levels. Start with the basics of rolling, coiling, and pinching pots, and move up to making "Jurassic fossils," animal marionettes, monster magnets, and boxes with secret compartments. All of the projects use kid-friendly, no-kiln clay (air-dry, homemade, and polymer) and water-based paints, perfect for home and classroom, plus there's an entire chapter of recipes for mixing up inexpensive homemade clays in the kitchen. When creating with clay, kids are introduced to a wide range of cognitive and manual skills: they'll work three-dimensionally; make figurative models; use their imaginations in making jewelry and toys; design with color; and decorate with paints. The popular Lab for Kids series features a growing list of books that share hands-on activities and projects on a wide host of topics, including art, astronomy, bugs, geology, math, and even how to create your own circus—all authored by established experts in their fields. Each lab contains a complete materials list, clear step-by-step photographs of the process, as well as finished samples. The labs can be used as singular projects or as part of a yearlong curriculum of experiential learning. The activities are open-ended, designed to be explored over and over, often with different results. Geared toward being taught or guided by adults, they are enriching for a range of ages and skill levels. Gain firsthand knowledge on your favorite topic with Lab for Kids.Trade Review“Clay is a mainstay of art media for kids, and here an art teacher provides projects and techniques for a variety of clays. Air-dry clays, polymer clay, and homemade clays are all featured here, along with paints and sealers…Recipes for make-it-yourself clays include salt dough, clay dough, Silly Putty, and candy clay and are designed to be simple enough for kid participation. Throughout, Stephens encourages kid sculptors to be creative and to keep in mind the science behind the art.” – Anne Heidemann, Booklist Online"Ideal for families looking for artistic activities, as well as teachers and caregivers interested in introducing clay to children ages five and up.” – Heather Halliday for Library JournalTable of ContentsUnit One: Creating with Kids and Clay How This Book is Organized Basic Supplies Variety of Clays Basic Tips Glossary of Clay Terms Clean up and Caring Unit Two: Air Dry Clays and Learning the Basics Lab 1: Shoe Stamped Pottery Lab 2: Coffee and a Donut Lab 3: Textured Landscape Plaque Lab 4: Cupcake Containers Lab 5: Stack of Pancakes Lab 6: Coil Press Pot Lab 7: Monogramed Wall Hanging Lab 8: Dropped Cone Sculpture Lab 9: Wax Resist Leaf Dish Lab 10: Line Relief Pencil Cup Lab 11: Hamburger Holder Unit Three: Clay Sculpture Lab 12: A Clay Coat of Arms Lab 13: Pie Safe Lab 14: Egyptian Sarcophagus Lab 15: Magical Forest Friend Door Lab 16: Miniature Cacti Garden Lab 17: Garden Gnome Home Lab 18: Bobble Head Pets Lab 19: Castle on a Hill Lab 20: Crayon and Pencil Project Lab 21: Woodland Creature Portraits Lab 22: Viking Ships Lab 23: Marionette Puppets Lab 24: Animals Masquerade Masks Unit Four: Polymer Clay and Learning the Basics Lab 25: Glittery Geodes Lab 26: Color Mixing Clock Lab 27: Fun Fortune Cookies Lab 28: Light Up Lightning Bugs Lab 29: All About Me Mobile Unit Five: Polymer Clay Sculpture Lab 30: Tie Die Turtles Lab 31: Miniature Accordion Books Lab 32: Sushi for Supper Lab 33: Glitter Bugs Lab 34: Monster Face Magnets Lab 36: Back Pack Charms Lab 37: Game Pieces and Dice for Your Own Game Lab 38: Let Your Light Shine Night Light Lab 39: Funky Faux-saic Lab 40: Desktop Dinos Unit Six: Making My Own Clays Lab 41: Simple No-Cook Clay Lab 42: Stamped Clay Ornaments Lab 43: Scented Clay Acorns Lab 44: Kool Aid Play Dough Lab 45: Kool Aid Clay Popsicles Lab 46: Jurassic Fossils with Sand Clay Lab 47: Glitter Clay Beads Lab 48: Make Your Own Silly Putty Lab 49: Salt Dough Rose Sculpture Lab 50: Salt Dough Bird Sculpture Lab 51: Salt Dough Texture Fish Lab 52: Candy Clay
£17.09
Quarto Publishing PLC An Artists Eyes
Book SynopsisThis is a story of the power that comes with building confidence to use your imagination, rather than trying to be just like others. Trade Review“An Artist’s Eyes is about the power of imagination, building confidence, and the beauty of the world around us, offering plenty of scope for discussions and activities with the children at your setting.” * Teach Early Years *
£6.99
Bellwether Media Birds of Prey
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£12.34
Bellwether Media Mythical Beasts
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£12.34
Prestel Journey on a Cloud: A Children's Book Inspired by
Book SynopsisThis book tells the story of the postman Zephyr, who lives in a little blue village in the mountains where nothing ever changes. A dreamer hoping for adventures, he travels on a cloud, embarking on a fantastic airborne journey that takes him to distant and colourful lands. Eventually Zephyr falls to earth and meets a beautiful young woman. Together they return to the postman's home village which is now transformed in Zephyr's eyes and begin their exciting new life together. Inspired by Chagall's masterpiece, a world of colour and imagination awaits the readers of this book. Paintings based on Chagall's striking palette and elegant lines help tell a simple yet poetic story. The book includes a gorgeous reproduction of Chagall's masterpiece 'Les Maries de la Tour Eiffel' ('The Bride and Groom of the Eiffel Tower'), illustrating a journey of words and pictures, and introducing young readers to the work of one of the most popular artists of the twentieth century.
£10.79
Penguin Random House Children's UK VA Introduces Frida Kahlo
Book SynopsisThis vibrant mini-hardback explores the life and dress of Frida Kahlo and is filled with Mexican-influenced patterns, photographs of key people and illustrations of her wardrobe. Kahlo has inspired many with her fashion, art and life, and this beautiful book considers what made her so unique.
£6.99
Quarto Publishing Group USA Inc How to Draw Sea Creatures: Step-by-step
Book SynopsisFew artistic subjects can compete with the vibrant, colorful splendor of the ocean and its inhabitants. Now kids can learn to re-create their own underwater world with How to Draw Sea Creatures, where they’ll find easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions for drawing 20 different aquatic creatures of all shapes and sizes. Starting with basic shapes and following through, step by step, to finished illustrations, kids will learn to draw a variety of ocean animals, including: Octopus Sea horse Dolphin Shark Puffer fish Sea star Humpback Whale Sea otter Clown fish and many more! Fascinating facts about the featured animals provide additional inspiration and learning opportunities along the way. With How to Draw Sea Creatures, kids will soon be rendering their own astounding aquatic world! Also available from the Learn to Draw series: How to Draw Cats & Kittens, How to Draw Dinosaurs, How to Draw Dogs & Puppies, How to Draw Horses & Ponies, How to Draw Animal Friends, and How to Draw Zoo Animals.
£5.62
Tilbury House,U.S. If Monet Painted a Monster
Book SynopsisA new child-friendly tour of art history.
£12.59
Phaidon Press Ltd My Art Book of Happiness
Book SynopsisSelected as one of Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023 As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com – 'Created for kids, these little books pair famous artworks (Gauguin! Kerry James Marshall!) with read-aloud text ("Love is... soft snuggles... and tender nuzzles"). So special – adults will want them, too.' This keepsake children’s book explores emotions in a new and accessible way: through art Featuring a bright stylish cover and sturdy colorful pages, My Art Book of Happiness pairs 35 famous artworks with charming read-aloud text, creating an artful ode to joy in all forms. A beautiful gift for babies, toddlers, and young children, as well as new and expecting parents, My Art Book of Happiness presents vibrant paintings, drawings, and sculptures by a diverse array of artists – from Henri Matisse and Diego Rivera to Yayoi Kusama and Lorna Simpson. With its elegant design and heartwarming descriptions, My Art Book of Happiness will be treasured by little ones and grown-ups alike. Part of the beloved My Art Books series of stunning board books, which explore big feelings through famous artworks.Trade Review‘Created for kids, these little books pair famous artworks (Gauguin! Kerry James Marshall!) with read-aloud text ("Love is… soft snuggles… and tender nuzzles"). So special -- adults will want them, too.’ – As Oprah says on OprahDaily.com (Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023)‘Calling all art lovers with children in your lives: These books are for you. The kid-friendly books pair famous works of art with read-aloud text that lets little ones tap into themes of love, adventure and friendship.’ – USA Today on Oprah’s Favorite Things 2023'Shana Gozansky's board books stare head-on at naysayers arguing that fine art isn't for children ... Gozansky's board books have the feel of a gift book from a museum exhibit; the cover is thick, textured, and gives the sense that there's a treasure inside ... These books provide an introduction to famous works and what we can see in our own human experience through them.' – Cosmic Bookshelf 'Helps children understand the meaning and power of love.' – Berkshire Life 'Emotions for toddlers and pre-school children can be confusing. This book (my personal favourite) brings together 35 full-page colour artworks by famous artists, including Matisse, Jeff Koons and Antony Gormley, each accompanied by a short, read-aloud text that introduces the feeling of happiness (and its transitory nature).' – Independent '[A] clever little book.' – Absolutely Mama
£13.46
Boxer Books Limited Animal Portraits
Book SynopsisFabulous, large-format, 34-page, board book, full of bold, colourful, and appealing animal portraits, from mice to elephants, pandas to reindeer. Captivating and beautiful.
£9.49
Thames and Hudson Ltd The Vincent van Gogh Atlas Junior Edition
Book SynopsisVincent van Gogh traveled widely throughout Europe?on foot, by boat, and above all, by train. He wrote countless letters to his family as he went, using the world around him as the subject for hundreds of drawings and paintings. And in his day, that world looked very different from ours.Brimming with colorful illustrations, historic photographs, letters, detailed maps, and other documents, this book enables readers to join Van Gogh on his journeys from Z to A: from Zundert in the southern Netherlands (where he was born), through London and Paris, to Auvers-sur-Oise in France (where he died).The Vincent Van Gogh Atlas
£15.29
White Star Frida Kahlo and her Colorful World!: Mini Genius
Book SynopsisWhat inspired the work and works of geniuses like Leonardo, Einstein, Frida and Curie? These books aim to explain it to the little ones, presenting some of the greatest characters of the past in a funny and light-hearted way, to which children can easily relate. The great characters become the most powerful kind of inspiration, to push the little readers to dream a little bigger. Ages: 4 plus
£6.78
HarperCollins Publishers Art in the Woods
Book SynopsisThis non-fiction instruction book shows children how materials found in the wood, including pine cones, leaves and twigs, can be used to make their own miniature wood art project.This non-fiction instruction book shows children how materials found in the wood, including pine cones, leaves and twigs, can be used to make their own miniature wood art project.Red B/Band 2B books offer simple but varied text with familiar objects and actions, combined with simple story development and a satisfying conclusion.Children can recap the stages of how to make art from materials found in the woods on pages 1415.Text type: An instruction bookCurriculum links: Art
£7.89
HarperCollins Publishers Rebel Artists
Book SynopsisCollins Big Cat supports every primary child on their reading journey from phonics to fluency. Top authors and illustrators have created fiction and non-fiction books that children love to read. Book banded for guided and independent reading, there are reading notes in the back, comprehensive teaching and assessment support and ebooks available.Artists everywhere throughout time have been coming up with new ways of seeing and making sense of their world. Find out how some artists rebelled against old traditions and saw things differently.Sapphire/Band 16 books offer longer reads to develop children''s sustained engagement with texts and are more complex syntactically.Ideas for reading in the back of the book provide practical support and stimulating activities.
£10.69
HarperCollins Publishers Art in the Park
Book SynopsisBig Cat Phonics for Little Wandle Letters and Sounds Revised has been developed in collaboration with Wandle Learning Trust and Little Sutton Primary School. It comprises classroom resources to support the SSP programme and a range of phonic readers that together provide a consistent and highly effective approach to teaching phonics.Art is all around us, we just need to know where to look! Let this non-fiction book bring out the artist in you, using supplies found right outside your doorstep.
£7.66
HarperCollins Publishers Inc I Want to Be an Artist
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£6.23
Penguin Random House Children's UK VA Introduces Beatrix Potter
Book SynopsisWe cannot stay home all our lives, we must present ourselves to the world and we must look upon it as an adventure. - Beatrix Potter Join Beatrix Potter, one of the most beloved children''s authors of all time, in a journey through her fascinating life. Aside from her career as a children''s author, discover how Beatrix Potter protected our countryside and even started her own farm!Packed with beautiful illustrations, original photographs and tales of the creatures that inspired her bestselling stories, this is the perfect gift for any Beatrix Potter fan!The latest title in the popular V&A Introduces series, celebrating icons from the world of art and design in collaboration with the V&A Museum.
£6.99
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met Georgia OKeeffe
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£9.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met Lost in the Museum
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£9.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met 5000 Years of Awesome Objects
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£17.00
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met Mystery at the Museum
Book SynopsisJoin William the hippo and friends in an interactive adventure puzzle book. Help them solve the mystery and save the exhibition!William the hippo and his friends live on 5th Avenue, New York, inside the Metropolitan Museum of Art. At night, when the museum is closed and all the visitors have gone home, their adventures begin. A special exhibition is about to open, and everyone is excited to see the amazing exhibits from all over the world. However, the boxes holding the exhibits are locked with puzzles that need to be solved. The curators are struggling to figure them out - it''s up to you to help William and his friends travel through the museum, solve the puzzles and save the exhibition! The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New York
£11.69
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met Frida Kahlo
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£9.49
Dorling Kindersley Ltd The Met Where Did Van Gogh Go
Book SynopsisLose yourself in scenes inspired by the creative genius of Vincent Van Gogh, Georgia O'Keeffe, Hokusai, James Van Der Zee, and many more!Perfect for fans of Where's Wally? and Pierre the Maze Detective, Where Did Van Gogh Go? is the arty spotting book that little kids and big kids alike can enjoy. Full of search and find scenes inspired by some of history's greatest artists, children can work to find a variety of hidden pictures and learn about these fantastic artists along the way. A beautifully designed hidden picture book with an educational focusLEARN BY STEALTH: Artworks and incredible objects to seek-and-find are accompanied by interesting information about the artist, their work, and their life. INSPIRED BY BRILLIANT ARTISTS FROM ACROSS THE WORLD: Features both male and female artists including Henri Rousseau, Salvador Dalí, Florine Stettheimer, and Hokusai in settings from 18th century Venice to 1920s New York. HOURS OF ENTERTAINMENT: Features 10 detailed scenes represen
£11.69
Thames & Hudson Ltd My Fashion Lookbook Design Your Own Collection
Book SynopsisA hands-on, write-in, look-and-feel sketchbook that helps children follow the process of a real fashion designer to create their own fashion collection. It has an elastic closure, and the front cover is die-cut so that the child can sign the title page beneath to make their own fashion-label logo.Table of ContentsHow to use this book – You’ll need paper, scissors and glue • What are your favourite things? • Inspired! Look for ideas everywhere! • What’s your big idea? Pick your theme! • Muse: Who are you designing for? • History mash-up Mix up the past and present! • Your colours: what colours will you choose? • Shape-up! What shape will your outfits be? • My silhouettes: what’s the silliest silhouette you can make? • Make it real! Experiment with a bed sheet! • Fabrics and texture: Feel it! Print it! Weave it • Prints and patterns: Make patterns by repeating a shape • Trim, trim, trim! Add decorations to your designs • Jackets and shirts: Ready to start designing • Tops and dresses: Play with the shape of your silhouette • Skirts and trousers: Experiment! Repeat your silhouette! • Accessorize! Design your shoes and bags • Shake it up! It’s time to bring everything together! • Your lookbook: Show off your designs! • Hair and makeup: Complete your look! • Lights! Camera! Runway!: Plan your fashion show! • High-street launch: Design your window display! • Go dazzle! Prepare for next season
£11.66
Thames & Hudson Ltd How to be an Art Rebel
Book SynopsisAn anarchic introduction to art for young rebels everywhere.Trade Review'A hip cat narrates this playful, irreverent guide to all types of fine art - sculpture, surrealism, selfies (formally called portraiture). Museums, here we come!' - People Magazine'How to Be an Art Rebel demystifies art, bringing it back down to the fun most of us remember from creating our own art ... anything but boring' - @crackingthecover'Really fun' - @mssburns'Entertaining and engaging, humorous and visually appealing' - Konnie Huq'Really love this! ... there is lots to talk about' - Dan Smith, Teach Primary'Most worthwhile... Leo the cat proves to be a reliable guide to the art of different ages... The book is distinguished by the quality of its insights and fresh language [and] also benefits good-quality color reproductions, and a politically enlightened inclusiveness' - The New York Times Book Review'How to make looking at art more fun... Young viewers...will come away with new tools, ideas worth mulling... Solid insights' - Kirkus Reviews'A refreshing look at artwork through the ages' - Booklist
£11.69
Thames & Hudson Ltd Mona Lisa and the Others
Book SynopsisA witty introduction to the Louvre's many masterpieces, told from the perspective of the subjects themselves including resident superstar Mona Lisa. Millions of people visit the Louvre Museum every year to gaze and gawp at its all-star art collection. But there's one star who gets a lot more attention than anyone else and her very own special queuing system, if you can believe it! Well, the Louvre's many other masterpieces aren't too happy about being overshadowed and they're here to tell everyone what makes them just as worthy of the Mona Lisa's teeming crowds. With a focus on portraits and other person-centred artworks, Mona Lisa and the Others reveals the stories behind some of the Louvre Museum's most famous artworks. Napoleon Bonaparte takes readers behind the scenes at his own coronation; the Venus de Milo explains what happened to her missing arms; the Seated Scribe lets slip some gossip about the ancient Egyptian royal family; and Madame le Brun has a polite moanTrade Review'Using colloquial language...the artworks dish on their histories, artists’ techniques (defining technical terms), and more. Blake’s quirky drawings embellish the text... Helpful guidance before a museum visit' - Kirkus Reviews'This book did not disappoint … a great addition to the bookshelf' - Parenting Without Tears
£13.49
Thames & Hudson Ltd Dear Vincent A Times Book of the Year
Book SynopsisMichael Bird is a writer, broadcaster and curator. He is the author of the bestselling children's history of art Vincent's Starry Night and Other Stories and his books for adults include This is Tomorrow: Twentieth Century Britain and its Artists, Artists' Letters: Leonardo da Vinci to David Hockney, and 100 Ideas that Changed Art. Ella Beech is an artist and illustrator based in Cambridge, UK. She has a Masters in Children's Book Illustration from the Cambridge School of Art, was runner up in the Picture Hooks Competition 2021 and a finalist in the Bologna Children's Book Fair Illustrator's Exhibition. Ella has worked as a designer and art director in children's publishing, and has a degree in Fine Art Painting from the Winchester School of Art.
£13.49
Random House USA Inc Bob Ross A Little Golden Book Biography
Book SynopsisHelp your little one dream big with a Little Golden Book biography about Bob Ross, the beloved painter with a big head of hair and an even bigger heart! Little Golden Book biographies are the perfect introduction to nonfiction for preschoolers!This Little Golden Book about Bob Ross—the soft-spoken painter of happy little trees and the star of the most popular televised art show ever—is an inspiring read-aloud for young children as well as their parents and grandparents who grew up watching The Joy of Painting. Look for more Little Golden Book biographies: • Misty Copeland • Frida Kahlo • Iris Apfel • Queen Elizabeth II • Harriet Tubman
£6.23
Penguin USA Outside In and the Inside Out
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Penguin Young Readers Group What Was the Renaissance
Book SynopsisDiscover all there is to know about the Renaissance, the period in history that took Europe from the Middle Ages to modern times!Beginning in Italy, the Renaissance was a cultural movement that spread throughout Europe and affected art, science, technology, politics, and thought. From the 1300s to the beginning of the 1600s, scholars started to question what they knew and looked to literature and historical texts to develop new ideas for why things were the way they were. In just a short amount of time, the foundations for European life were uprooted and examined, leading people, including Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, to explore new ways of thinking and being. Readers will learn why the Renaissance was such a pivotal time in European history and how it still influences us.
£7.59
Hal Leonard Corporation Disney Movie Hits
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£15.19
Little, Brown & Company Art Club A Graphic Novel
Book SynopsisDale Donavan has heard the same lecture over and over again: Art will get you nowhere in life. A kid with a creative streak, Dale wants nothing more than to doodle, play video games, and create comics forever-maybe even as a full-time job one day. But between his grandfather pushing him to focus on his studies and a school with zero interest in funding arts programs, Dale feels like his future has already been decided for him. That is, until he comes up with the perfect plan: What if he starts an after-school art club, gathers a team of creative students like himself, and proves all the naysayers-his stubborn vice principal in particular-wrong? This might just work, but if the club isn''t financially successful by the end of the semester, the school with shut them down. This may be Dale''s only chance to show the adults in his life that a career as an artist is not just a dream but a possibility!
£9.49
Little, Brown & Company Something Good
Book SynopsisA sensitive, timely and ultimately uplifting portrayal of how an elementary school struggles, copes, and heals together after something bad is discovered written on the wall, illustrated by bestselling artist Corinna LuykenThis kind of thing won''t be tolerated at our school, the principal declares the day the bad-something is discovered written on a wall. The incident makes the kids nervous, giggly, and curious at first, but then they''re worried, confused, sad and angry. Everyone is suspicious. Who did it, and why? They miss the days before the bad-something appeared, because everything?and everyone?feels different now. It takes a lot of talking, listening, looking, and creating something good together to find a way to heal. The story acknowledges that while the scars of such incidents remain, it is possible to teach tolerance and feel true community once again.Written and illustrated by the acclaimed creators of Adrian Simcox Does NOT Have a Horse!, here is a brave book about the power of words that tackles one of the most difficult topics for elementary school-aged children?hate speech?in a direct, realistic, and empathetic manner.
£13.29
Tuttle Publishing Fun with Colors
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WW Norton & Co Its My Whole Life
Book SynopsisA gripping biography of Charlotte Salomon, and an ode to how art can capture both life's everyday beauty and its monumental horrors
£14.39
Capstone Global Library Ltd How to Draw Wonder Woman Manga
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!
£13.29
Capstone Global Library Ltd How to Draw DC SuperPets Manga
Book SynopsisDC Super-Pets and manga unite! Put a new spin on beloved furry 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 Krypto the Super-Dog, Ace the Bat-Hound, Streaky the Super-Cat and more as manga-style masterpieces!
£8.54
Sterling Juvenile Art for Kids Cartooning
Book SynopsisAn illustrated guide that teaches children how to create funny cartoons. It encourages budding artists to develop a personal vision, rather than trace or copy someone else's style. Suitable for children age 8 years old and upwards, it offers information, including advice on writing jokes, composing panels and getting published.
£8.99
Abrams Degas Painter of Ballerinas
Book SynopsisTrade ReviewA handsome exploration of an artist's love affair with ballet . . . While ballet lovers will enjoy this glimpse into a 19th-century world (one painting includes Jules Perrot, a noted choreographer), art students will learn much from the exploration of techniques that Degas employed. * Kirkus Reviews *In this handsomely designed book, prepared in collaboration with the Metropolitan Museum of Art . . . Rubin uses clear, economical, graceful prose to describe the perfectionist master’s life and career, artistic techniques and media, and painstaking approach to craft. * School Library Journal *A beautiful, engaging, and informative book . . . it's hard to find fault with this enchanting book. It's the perfect gift for aspiring artists and dancers. * New York Journal of Books *Plainspoken text (“He portrayed their gestures: leaning against a bench, stretching, rubbing their aching necks”) describes the artist’s working process, observations of the dancers, and his sympathy for their hard work. * Publishers Weekly *This gorgeous book will appeal to artists and dancers alike, and there is enough vetted biographical information to make this useful for research as well. * School Library Connection *
£12.59
Abrams Child of the FlowerSong People
Book SynopsisAward-winning illustrator Duncan Tonatiuh brings to life debut author Gloria Amescua's lyrical biography of an indigenous Nahua woman from Mexico who taught and preserved her people's culture through modeling for famous artistsShe was Luz Jiménez,child of the flower-song people,the powerful Aztec,who called themselves Nahuawho lost their land but who did not disappear. As a young Nahua girl in Mexico during the early 1900s, Luz learned how to grind corn in a metate, to twist yarn with her toes, and to weave on a loom. By the fire at night, she listened to stories of her community's joys, suffering, and survival, and wove them into her heart. But when the Mexican Revolution came to her village, Luz and her family were forced to flee and start a new life. In Mexico City, Luz became a model for painters, sculptors, and photographers such as Diego Rivera, Jean Charlot, and Tina Modotti. These artists were interested in showing the true face of Mexico and not a European version. ThroughTrade Review**STARRED REVIEW** "Amescua's spare yet lyrical text reminds readers that Luz was a 'child of the flower-song people, / . . . who lost their land, but who did not disappear.' She also notes the harsh treatment Luz endured at government schools designed to stifle Indigenous culture. Tonatiuh's signature Mixtec-inspired art is a delight... Luz's traditional stories are depicted as outlined carvings in the mountainous landscape and seem to emanate from Luz's mouth somewhat like a speech balloon." * Booklist ***STARRED REVIEW** "Amescua sensitively excavates the compelling story of the woman known as “the spirit of Mexico”. . .Tonatiuh’s hand-drawn, digitally collaged images mix motifs from Indigenous Mexican art with modern textures, celebrating the endurance and resilience of treasured traditions in a changing world." * Publishers Weekly ***STARRED REVIEW** "Tonatiuh’s beautiful pre-Columbian illustrations provide a vivid play-by-play of events and evoke Jiménez’s ultimate impact on the art world. An author’s note gives more historical context, and a time line, glossary, and bibliography make this a valuable source for student researchers." * School Library Journal *"Threaded with cultural insights, poetic language, and stylized art, Jiménez comes to life. . .. A timely and thought-provoking true story.” * Donna Janell Bowman, author of King of the Tightrope *Child of the Flower-Song People is a gift to young readers, all of whom should know how Luz Jiménez carried on the skills, beauty, and pride of native Mexican people. * Cynthia Levinson, author of The People’s Painter *Child of the Flower-Song People deftly balances fascinating biographical moments with an earnest sense of social justice for the indigenous people of Mexico. * David Bowles, author of My Two Border Towns *Tonatiuh’s hand-drawn, digitally collaged illustrations, with an iconographic nod to the Mixtec codices, are rich in color and texture. Indeed, it’s this complicated relationship between old traditions and modern influences that make his art such a good complement to Amescua’s text. * The Horn Book Magazine *Amescua enhances her flowing prose with natural imagery (mountains, winds, blossoms), as if Amescua is re-grounding Luz's Nahua identity into the very earth. Tonatiuh's magnificent signature style. . .couldn't be more ideal for animating Amescua's illuminating text. . .This perfectly paired collaboration provides both reclamation and revelation. * Shelf Awareness *Amescua succeeds in introducing Luz. . .Closely following the text, the illustrations bring Luz to life. An important window into the ravages of colonialism and the plight of the Indigenous peoples of Mexico. * Kirkus Reviews *
£12.59
Abrams Signs of Hope
Book SynopsisSigns of Hope is a picture book biography of groundbreaking artist, teacher, and Catholic nun Corita Kent from critically acclaimed author Mara Rockliff, with stunning full-color art from Caldecott Honor winner Melissa Sweet. Let Corita teach you how to see the world in a whole new way! Sister Corita Kent, the “pop art nun,” burst onto the 1960s art scene with splashes of color and ad slogans transformed into messages of love, hope, peace, and justice. The art world would never be the same—and neither would the young people whose lives she changed. Join Corita’s students as they learn how to look at the world around them through an artist’s eyes. With Corita, work is play, imagination means adventure, and there is no line between life and art. Told with joy and energy by award-winning author Mara Rockliff and spectacularly illustrated by two-time Caldecot
£11.69
Hachette Children's Group All the Colours of Me Picturing My Resilience
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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Hachette Children's Group Little Guides to Great Lives: Leonardo Da Vinci
Book SynopsisMost famous as the painter who created the Mona Lisa, Leonardo da Vinci is also one of history’s greatest geniuses – he was a mathematician, architect, astronomer, scientist and musician...and he even invented the helicopter!From artists to aviators and scientists to revolutionaries, Little Guides to Great Lives is a brand new series of small-format guides introducing children to the most inspirational figures from history in a fun, accessible way. Launching with Leonardo da Vinci, Marie Curie, Nelson Mandela and Amelia Earhart, Little Guides to Great Lives tells the stories of the most amazing people from all over the world and across history, with colourful illustrations and fresh design to bring their incredible stories to life.
£8.04
