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Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids ages 6-12-now in a mini size that's perfect for travel and colouring on the go! Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw cool...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.AwardsWinner of Robert F. Sibert Medal 2024. Nominated for Georgia Children's Book Award.Book InformationISBN 9780593643846Author Nicholas DayFormat HardbackPage Count 288Imprint...

Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids ages 6-12 Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to draw cool things in no time! Author and professional artist Alli Koch's kid...

Fun 5-minute drawing lessons for kids-great for young artists, birthday gifts, homeschool art lessons, and elementary art classes! Perfect for budding artists and kids who have never drawn before, this beginner drawing book will teach your kid how to...

'Significantly more engaging and inspiring than the rival Rebel Girls' GUARDIAN 'It's hard to imagine any group of primary-aged children who wouldn't be inspired' BOOKSELLER 'An absolute must-have for every young person's bookshelf' HUFFINGTON POST ...

A beautiful collection of Tove Jansson's classic Moomin artwork showcased alongside warm, witty and mindful quotes from the original books and characters. The perfect gift book for Moomin fans!Packed full of stunning artwork from the Moomin archive...

This beautiful art encyclopedia charts the evolution of the greatest cultural achievements in painting, sculpture, and photography.The greatest art exhibition at your fingertips! Packed with fascinating facts, clear explanations, and stunning...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Andy Warhol, the ground-breaking pop artist. Little Andy was the tiniest and palest child of the Warholas, a humble couple...

What is dark matter? How fast could a T. rex run? How did Mary Queen of Scots keep her dying wishes secret from her enemies? Scientists and historians have discovered a lot about our past, our future and how the world works, but SO MUCH remains unknown...

This beautifully illustrated book seeks to tell children the true, diverse and decolonised story of art around the world. Even before they could write, people were telling stories with pictures. And though art is universal, the story we know about it is...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781851037520Author Claude DelafosseFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint Moonlight Publishing LtdPublisher Moonlight Publishing LtdWeight(grams)...

Would you rather row a Roman vessel or be a chariot racer? Eat stuffed dormice or parrot heads? Only you can decide! Adventure into the fascinating world of ancient Rome with this new Would You Rather book! ...

WINNER OF THE BLUE PETER BOOK AWARD BEST BOOK WITH FACTS 2019!A truly unique approach to history and a fascinating read that is guaranteed to keep boredom at bay, The Colours of History studies the shades, hues and pigments which have shaped the past and...

Would you rather be a pharaoh or a pharaoh's servant? Cleopatra or Queen Hatshepsut? Only you can decide! Adventure into the astonishing world of ancient Egypt with this new Would You Rather book! Packed...

Leonardo da Vinci was a gifted painter, talented musician, and dedicated scientist and inventor, designing flying machines, submarines, and even helicopters. Yet he had a hard time finishing things, a problem anyone can relate to. Only thirteen paintings...

In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of David Hockney, the inspirational British artist. Little David loved to draw and looked at the world in his own...

Written by award-winning Black British children's author Sharna Jackson, Black Artists Shaping the World celebrates the diversity of work being produced today by Black artists from around the globe, introducing young readers to twenty-six contemporary...

Go on an artistic journey around the world in this children's introduction.Discover the power of art and be inspired by cultures from all over the world with this extensive children's guide. This book is the perfect introduction for young readers to the...

The Ultimate Children's Drawing Book (Age 8 and up)#1 Best Seller in Children's Art History This step-by-step drawing guide is essential for all kids! With over 500 things to draw, your child will be entertained for hours while learning a new skill. The...

The next title in the best-selling Anholt's Artists series. When Mariana goes to Frida Kahlo's house to be painted by the famous Mexican artist, she is scared. She's a bit afraid of the beautiful woman with her exotic pets and her 'frog-toad' - and she's...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780375846656Author Mary Pope OsborneFormat PaperbackPage Count 128Imprint Random House IncPublisher Random House USA IncWeight(grams) 130gDimensions(mm)...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781633450394Author Sarah SuzukiFormat HardbackPage Count 36Imprint Museum of Modern ArtPublisher Museum of Modern ArtWeight(grams) 460g

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780735845473Author Monica BrownFormat PaperbackPage Count 40Imprint North-South BooksPublisher North-South Books

Whether it's Leonardo da Vinci's mysterious Mona Lisa, Vermeer's vibrant depictions of light, Van Gogh's mesmerizing brush strokes, or Matisse's playful cutouts, the art featured here is introduced in a format and style that will appeal to children. The...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9789056477974Author the RijksmuseumFormat HardbackPage Count 40Imprint Mercis Publishing B.V.Publisher Mercis Publishing B.V.Weight(grams) 240g

Winner of the prestigious BolognaRagazzi New Horizons Award 2019A History of Pictures for Children takes readers on a journey through art history, from early art drawn on cave walls to the images we make today on our computers and phone cameras. Based on...

What's at the circus show, whirling and twirling? What's in this picture made of squiggles and spots? What's on the table, laid out for a fabulous feast? With paintings by Van Gogh, Magritte, Aboriginal artist Nym Bunduk and many more, this playful...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780593377666Author Rachel IgnotofskyPage Count 30Imprint Crown Books for Young ReadersPublisher Random House USA Inc

Learn numbers through fine art! Spark your child's creativity and curiosity with this delightfully curated counting book featuring some of the world's most iconic paintings. In this collection, your child will discover artwork by Gustav Klint, Mary...

What's the difference between watercolour and gouache, or between a collage and an assemblage? How are frescoes and mosaics made? Why do prints look so different from each other? These questions and others are explored through major works of art in...

Discover the artists who changed our world in My First Heroes: Artists! Push, pull and slide the scenes to find out about Artemisia Gentileschi, Vincent Van Gogh, Frida Kahlo and Andy Warhol, and be inspired by their incredible work.With scenes to...

'The Cat Family... are truly in a league of their own in the "lift-the-flap" category.' - Fairytales and FingerpaintsJoin the Cat Family on a day out to the museum and discover the secrets behind artefacts from around the world and throughout history in...

Big art for little hands, these enchanting activity books allow young artists to explore the world's masterpieces on their own terms and with plenty of space to color outside the lines.Book InformationISBN 9783791339771Author Andrea WeibenbachFormat...

Celebrate the lives and work of 25 amazing artists from around the world! Get to know their stories, and then make your own creations inspired by their art. Although you may not recognize all of their names, the artists featured in Be a Creative...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9780312367510Author Jan GreenbergFormat PaperbackPage Count 32Imprint St Martin's PressPublisher St Martin's PressWeight(grams) 154gDimensions(mm) 261mm *...

See the world through Hokusai's eyes and be inspired to produce your own masterpieces.Have you ever wondered exactly what your favourite artists were looking at to make them draw, sculpt, or paint the way they did? In this charming illustrated series of...

"Vivid . . . mesmerizing . . . intriguing." -Kirkus Reviews (starred review) "Breathtaking illustrations capture the beauty and power of prehistoric artwork with remarkable precision. -Booklist (starred review)This striking nonfiction picture book...

The greatest challenge is believing it's possible . . . They Did It First features fifty trailblazing scientists, artists and mathematicians who were not afraid to dream big and be the FIRST. Discover the pioneers who defied the boundaries of...

Paul Cezanne was one of the greatest of the French impressionist painters. This delightful book follows his son, also called Paul, as he travels to the mountains to spend a summer with his father. He discovers that his father, a very large man, paints...

Apologies but we at Booksplease don't have a full description for this book.Book InformationISBN 9781941367391Author Julie MerbergPage Count 24Imprint Downtown BookworksPublisher Downtown BookworksWeight(grams) 324g