Arts & Music

Using circles, triangles, rectangles and other simple lines, the author illustrates the way in which to draw a number of everyday objects.... More

Young artists can now learn all the fundamentals of art, including basic shapes, proportion, perspective, shading and movement in drawings with this easy-to-read instructional. With over 350 illustrations, Sketching and Drawing for Children starts out with simple objects, then moves on to progressiv... More

A classic pastime is updated for a new generation. These paper dolls have clothes that stay on with the help of reusable adhesive dots--no tabs! And no scissors--everything is perforated, ready to pop out and play. Includes six paper people, three paper babies, assorted paper pets, and piles of perf... More

Using seven simple shapes, Ed Emberley shows youngsters how to draw wacky faces and creepy Halloween creatures in these two redesigned classic drawing books. Full color.... More

An introduction to famous paintings includes many facts about the artists and their lives, and how they created their work, to help beginners understand what art is and why people think it is important.... More

The stylishness and vibrant color of Disney films in the early 1940s through mid-1950s came primarily from artist Mary Blair. In her prime, she was an amazingly prolific American artist who enlivened and influenced the not-so-small worlds of film, print, theme parks, architectural decor, and adverti... More

When Max chooses Zack over Cody to be her partner in a dance contest, Cody begins to feel that he's never as good as his brother at anything. Four-page insert.After the boys' friend Max chooses Zack over Cody to be her partner in a dance contest, Cody feels like he's never as good as his brother at ... More

Encourage your kids to express their creativity as they discover, collect, sort, arrange, experiment, and think with found and recyclable "stuff." The real-life experiences of teachers and children will inspire ideas that you can try at home: choose objects and turn them into a display, transform ma... More

Harold needs a picture for his bedroom wall. So he takes his purple crayon and begins to create a whole new world around him. But then he notices he has gotten very small-half the size of a daisy! Only a very clever artist can find his way home now.Harold needs a picture for his bedroom wall. So he ... More

Bernie Bridges wants Rotten House to beat Nyce House in the school talent show this year. When Bernie discovers Chipmunk can play guitar, he signs him up for the show--and then discovers playing in front of an audience makes Chipmunk puke. Illustrations.Chipmunk is so shy... He inhales when he snee... More

In this delightful book, craft expert Ronci demonstrates how to make 15 fun, colorful crochet projects, including an earflap hat, a patchwork poncho, and a cupcake-shaped pincushion. Full color.Craft expert Kelli Ronci loves to crochet and she's figured out the easiest way to teach it to kids. In th... More

Gill Dickinson and Cheryl Owen--both authors of many popular crafts books--have teamed up to create a volume jam-packed with more than 100 stimulating projects (plus variations) for 2- to 10-year-olds. Designed to maximize children's imaginations, these activities provide plenty of space for kids to... More

As a group of African animals hang out at the local watering hole, they share funny stories about how the zebra got its stripes. At the end of the book, fun facts explain why zebras really have stripes. For any child intrigued by zebras, this colorful, informative book is a must!... More

What girl doesn't want a new wardrobe or a whole new room? These resources by "craftess extraordinaire" Hantman are filled with tons of nifty ideas to spruce up and redesign any wardrobe or bedroom. Instructional doodles by Houshyar adds to the fun.Feeling crafty? Bored with your old duds? Turn them... More

Available for the first time as a board book, this timeless folk tune is accompanied by pictures that tell the story of a big sister who is the cause behind her baby sibling's wailing. Full color.A baby who howls all night, parents at their wits' end, and a big sister who accidentally-on-purpose sta... More

- Fun and easy projects, recipes and crafts- All titles (except Easter Activities, Fairy Things to Stitch and Sew, and Papercraft) have stickers to decorate the projects.- Fun and easy projects, recipes and crafts- All titles (except Easter Activities, Fairy Things to Stitch and Sew, and Papercraft)... More

Barbie is a swan. She is a doll come to life. When she is dancing, Barbie can be anything! Little girls will leap through this simple Step 1 beginning reader. Ballet is a perfect fit for Barbie fans, and Step into Reading is a perfect fit for Barbie!... More

Pack your lunch and grab your backpack! Barbie is going to help Stacie and Kelly get ready for school. Beginning readers will love following Barbie and her little sisters all the way to school, where--surprise!--she's a teacher. With a favorite character, simple rhyming text, and clear illustrations... More

Chloeas made it into Rockley Park, the first step on her road to becoming a famous singer. Sheas completely intimidated by her roommates, Pop and Lolly, twin models who already have had their share of fame. Even worse, sheas desperate to perform in the schoolas Rising Star concertatalent scouts from... More

Fox makes a film for Grannie, takes part in a magic show, and puts on a play... More