Arts & Music

A collection of children's songs from around the world--sung first in the native language and then again in English--helps children of all ages feel a little closer to other cultures.... More

A stunning, elaborately illustrated biography of the man who had an immeasurable impact upon American culture. This timely biography, told through the captivating and vivid words of those who knew, and studied Walt Disney, provides the most revelatory protrait to date of the man who has become an ic... More

Walter T. Foster pairs with acclaimed artist Mia Tavonatti to show you how to render an array of engaging cats and adorable kittens in pencil, with tips on adding touches with brush and ink. In "Cats," youAEll find explanations for a number of basic drawing techniques and special effects as you lear... More

Kids can now devise their own imaginative illustrations and stories with the help of a professional artist who designs for Cartoon Network. Roche provides advice on the basic tools and materials, demonstrates how to construct bodies and faces, and more. Full color.Kids love comic strips...and now th... More

This is the story of Dizzy Gillespie, a real cool cat who must have been born with a horn in his hands, judging from the way he played the trumpet. He is a boy who breaks all the rules, and finds his own personal heaven along the way. Full color. 48 p.... More

This guide shows how to make 15 fun, inexpensive, colorful projects--including friendship bracelets, a rag doll, a fashionable chenille scarf, magic carpets, and funky hand-woven shoelaces. Full color.Sarah Swett has loved weaving since the age of eight, when she made magic carpets for her teddy bea... More

IN THIS DELIGHTFUL BOOK YOU'LL FIND ALL KINDS OF DAZZLING AND EXCITING PROJECTS. FOLLOW THE SIMPLE STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS TO MAKE GLITTERY UNICORNS, A MAGICAL MERMAID BOOKMARK AND A FAIRY TIARA. YOU CAN ADD SOME SPARKLE TO YOUR ROOM BY MAKING SHIMMERING BEAD CHAINS AND SPARKLY PICTURE FRAMES, TOO... More

Snakes are admired by few, respected by some, disliked by many. nevertheless, Seymour Simon shows in stunningly clear words and pictures how snakes play an important role in the global balance of nature.Exceptional nonfiction for children from two of the most trusted names in science education: Seym... More

6 working actors describe their methods and philosophies of the theater. All have worked with playwright David Mamet at the Goodman Theater in Chicago.... More

The author-illustrator of the Caldecott Honor-winning "The Red Book" takes young readers on an amazing trip through a museum in this book that follows a boy who suddenly becomes part of one of the exhibits. Full color.Museums: filled with mysterious, magical art and curiosities? Or secrets? And what... More

The much-anticipated follow-up to "Things Not Seen" is a multi-layered story about art, friendship, love, and life. Gwen's grandfather disappears; her audition at Julliard is coming up, and she and a fellow musician make a discovery that unites them in ways neither could have foretold.I... More

This classic novel by the Newbery Medalist ("The View from Saturday") explores the mystery behind Leonardo Da Vinci's masterpiece. Could the links between the artist, a lying apprentice, and a young duchess hold the key to the historical riddle of the "Mona Lisa's" smile?THE GREATEST ARTIST OF HIS T... More

Discover the Rahi of the Bionicle world. Learn everything there is to know abut the Rahi. Some of them will be new to fans, some of them will be familiar and all of them are unique! Filled with photographs of actual models, this book will inspire kids to go out and create their own creatures.... More

Punch-out paper dolls of Angelina and Alice are included along with 14 outfits--featuring both day clothes and fancy ballet costumes--and more than 100 stickers to accessorize. Full color. Consumable.... More

Spring semester at the Lab School in Hyde Park finds Petra and Calder drawn into another mystery when unexplainable accidents and ghostly happenings throw a spotlight on Frank Lloyd Wright's architectural masterpiece, the Robie House. Illustrations.... More

Forty-eight true-to-life scenes for guys, girls, and mixed casts of two to four actors. Written as terens speak witht he drama and emotions of adolescence. Themes include bullying, dating, driving, clothes, sports, sibling rivalry, self-esteen, vanity, jobs, sex, responsibility, drugs and many more.... More

In this hilarious I Can Read Book*, Amelia Bedelia can't play a musical instrument, but she plays a big part in the school concert. No one can beat her when it comes to making a drum roll, especially when she is inside the drum!When Mrs Rogers sends Amelia Bedelia to the station to pick up the condu... More

This book is crammed with handfuls of inspiration, handy ideas and all the essential supplies such as googly eyes, glue, pompoms and crayons to make hand tracings. Learn to trace dragons, frogs, dogs, aliens, people, and yes, turkeys.... More

"Lullaby and good night,.".Sweet songs bring sweet dreams. From "Golden Slumbers," "Rock-a-Bye, Baby," and "Day Is Done" to "All the Pretty Horses," "Dance to Your Daddy," and "Twinkle, Twinkle Little Star," these lullabies are the all-time favorites with parents and children. The tender lyrics and ... More