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Every fantasy adventure needs an adventurer! Readers only need choose whether they want an Amazonian heroine, an intrepid swordsman, or another beautifully rendered character to star in their next illustrated masterpiece. Young illustrators will...

Every fantasy adventure needs an adventurer! Readers only need choose whether they want an Amazonian heroine, an intrepid swordsman, or another beautifully rendered character to star in their next illustrated masterpiece. Young illustrators will...

Fantasy might bring to mind wizards in caves, heroes on mountaintops, and elves in forests, but don't forget urban magic. Yes, magical beings are found in the foul sewers of cities and in the darkest alleys of the tallest buildings. An ordinary man on...

Fantasy might bring to mind wizards in caves, heroes on mountaintops, and elves in forests, but don't forget urban magic. Yes, magical beings are found in the foul sewers of cities and in the darkest alleys of the tallest buildings. An ordinary man on...

In the fantasy world, every thump, bump, roar, or growl could be a demonic dragon, menacing minotaur, or horrifying hydra ready to strike. This valuable guide helps young artists harness the powers of their imagination so they can create a whole universe...

In the fantasy world, every thump, bump, roar, or growl could be a demonic dragon, menacing minotaur, or horrifying hydra ready to strike. This valuable guide helps young artists harness the powers of their imagination so they can create a whole universe...

Steampunk is the science fantasy genre combining steam-powered technology in a retro world. With that motivating blend in mind, this attention-grabbing volume guides artists through many possibilities for populating their steampunk world, including...

Steampunk is the science fantasy genre combining steam-powered technology in a retro world. With that motivating blend in mind, this attention-grabbing volume guides artists through many possibilities for populating their steampunk world, including...

Most fantasy stories come down to a pivotal battle between good and evil. Which intrepid hero will dare take on the venomous villain? Sometimes, the perfect place to find inspiration for an illustrator's protagonist is history. This volume demonstrates...

Most fantasy stories come down to a pivotal battle between good and evil. Which intrepid hero will dare take on the venomous villain? Sometimes, the perfect place to find inspiration for an illustrator's protagonist is history. This volume demonstrates...

Imagine a remote village on a moonlit night. A nearby dense forest is alive with eerie echoes. This is Gothic-horror territory, a world of vampires, werewolves, and those brave enough to face them! Fantasy enthusiasts will love reading about each...

Imagine a remote village on a moonlit night. A nearby dense forest is alive with eerie echoes. This is Gothic-horror territory, a world of vampires, werewolves, and those brave enough to face them! Fantasy enthusiasts will love reading about each...

Chery lives to dance. She has her own hip-hop dance crew and a signature move that's a surefire showstopper. But when her crew is forced to break up, Chery is faced with joining her school's hip-hop dance team. Trouble is, Chery's not like most dance...

Chery lives to dance. She has her own hip-hop dance crew and a signature move that's a surefire showstopper. But when her crew is forced to break up, Chery is faced with joining her school's hip-hop dance team. Trouble is, Chery's not like most dance...

Through step-by-step instructions and images, learn to draw silly sketches of food that walks around. Bring together art and laughter with this hilarious series. From putting food on human legs to silly bobblehead creations, step-by-step instructions and...

Through step-by-step instructions and images, learn to draw silly sketches of robots and monsters. Bring together art and laughter with this hilarious series. From putting food on human legs to silly bobblehead creations, step-by-step instructions and...

Through step-by-step instructions and images, learn to draw silly sketches of puns. Bring together art and laughter with this hilarious series. From putting food on human legs to silly bobblehead creations, step-by-step instructions and images will guide...

Through step-by-step instructions and images, learn to draw silly sketches of funny faces. Bring together art and laughter with this hilarious series. From putting food on human legs to silly bobblehead creations, step-by-step instructions and images...

Introduces the history and basic concepts of tap dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Introduces the history and basic concepts of modern dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Introduces the history and basic concepts of jazz dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Introduces the history and basic concepts of hip-hop dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Introduces the history and basic concepts of dance team. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

Introduces the history and basic concepts of ballroom dance. Easy-to-read text, vibrant photos, and dance tips will make readers want to get up and dance.

In this book, students see the NextGen Science process at work in a real-world situation. Readers practice close reading as they look for clues that will lead to a deeper understanding of structures and engineering. The NextGen Science process pushes...

From the immortal sculptures of Michelangelo to the timeless music of Mozart, the world's greatest artists have managed to create works that retain their relevancy through decades and centuries of change. With historical and full-color illustrations and...

An artful picture book exploration of negative space and the beauty of nothingness. This mindful meditation encourages children to see the world differently. Nothing is really something! What might be hidden in the space around things, and how is that...

In Painting, emergent readers learn about the art of painting by following the experience of two painters. Vibrant, full-color photos and carefully leveled text engage young readers as they explore this art form. A labeled diagram shows readers the tools...

Catch a glimpse inside a school bus and you'll see lots of kids looking down. What are they doing? They're deciding on strategy, building cities, setting traps for monsters, sharing resources, and nurturing critical relationships. Over 90 percent of kids...

A look at the origins, leaders, growth, and innovations of Pixar, the movie studio founded in 1986, which is one of the most successful producers of computer-animated films today.

Go Photo! features 25 hands-on and creative activities inspired by photography. Aimed at children between eight and twelve years old, this playful and fun collection of projects encourages young readers to experiment with their imaginations, get messy...

Deeply influenced by her religious beliefs and fired up by the social justice causes of her day, artist, designer, and educator Corita Kent was a nun like no other!A 2022 Bologna Ragazzi Award Amazing Bookshelf SelectionA 2022 ALA Notable Children's Book...

Would a movie look good if the camera never moved? Camera operators often switch between long shots, medium shots, and close-ups. Using different shots can have a big effect on how the viewer experiences the story. The director of photography, or D.P.,...

Wicked witches aren't just for Halloween. With the help of this imaginative book, young artists can draw different versions of these spooky and mysterious creatures any time of year. Readers will also learn about the different roles witches play in...

Vampires are a favorite creepy creature in many myths and legends. Readers of this innovative book will love learning to draw these spooky characters, as well as learning about their roles in mythology. Simple step-by-step instructions guide young...

Unicorns are popular characters in many fairy tales and myths. With the help of this stimulating book, readers will learn to draw these majestic creatures by using simple shapes and lines that they are already familiar with. Lessons range in difficulty,...

Sea monsters are key characters in many tall tales and fables. In this innovative book, readers will learn about the role sea monsters play in mythology and learn how to draw them. Artists will practice drawing cartoon, manga, and more realistic styles...

Not all mermaids look like the ones seen in movies. This stimulating book will show readers how to draw different styles of mermaids, including cartoon and manga, and teach them about the roles mermaids play in mythology. Step-by-step instructions teach...

It doesn't always take a professional artist to create high-quality drawings. With the help of this book, young artists of all levels will learn to draw a variety of goblins and learn about the roles they play in mythology. Readers will learn to draw...

Whether they're devoted dancers or in it just for fun, kids of all kinds are invited to the Shimmer and Shine studio! In this second book in a series, Indu overcomes some stage fright with the help of her ballet besties. Indu loves learning ballet at her...