Richard and Braden's idea for their Wearable Arts costume is a little bit strange, but this is one competition they have to win! Not only do they aim to teach Candi and her group of gossipy girls a lesson in fashion design, Braden's famous dad will be there with a television crew, and Braden is desperate to show him that he can be a winner too
Brent works as a trolley boy at the local supermarket. Nathan, his friend, drives the trolley tractor until a world-record trolley-push attempt in the car-park ends with him getting sacked. Nathan's replacement, Darren, is up to something dodgy, Brent is sure of it, and when a priceless diamond necklace goes missing Brent is convinced that Darren is involved . . . but how can he and Nathan prov…
This double-sided foldout book takes you on a fascinating journey deep underground. One side of the foldout shows the ground beneath the city, whilst the reverse side shows the ground beneath the countryside. The underground scenes include tunnels and pipes, creatures' burrows, layers of rock and the planet’s molten core, and run seamlessly into the next. Mixing urban and rural settings, cove…
Introduces careers in the arts by profiling theatrical director Julie Taymor, architect Maya Lin, and musician Wynton Marsalis.
Abbeville Kids expands its award-winning series of interactive, inquiry-based books designed to teach children about the world by looking at art, and about art by looking at the world. In How Artists See Work children can see how Patrick Desjarlait showed in one painting the many tasks that go into making maple syrup; how the Limbourg Brothers created the feeling of a hot July day on a med…
Introduces twenty-two famous art works from around the world, along with instructions for art projects that can be done in the style of each artist.
Once upon a time there was a big pleasant park that people enjoyed walking, resting, or playing in. But some people left rubbish around and then it wasn't a good place any more. Until the kids stepped in. This topic book in the 'Insights' series provides an example of how cooperative community action can change things for the better.
Join Luke on his journey to protect what he loves with this engaging children's picture book about sustainability and acting green. After noticing the damage caused to the environment and animals due to trash and waste, Luke decides to take action. He believes he can have a big impact on the world around him and invites his readers to join him! Using his phrase, ‘Not for me, please!’ Luk…
Introduces key geography concepts in an accessible way, combining facts with fun activities.