A bumper activity book jam-packed with inspirational ideas for collage pictures and models to make using paper and cardboard. Activities include a chameleon collage, foil bugs, cardboard dinosaurs and a Japanese doll picture. Encourages children to recycle paper from magazines and old wrapping paper, and cardboard from boxes and packaging. ...
Ada Lovelace (1815–1852) was the daughter of Lord Byron, a poet and Anna Isabella Milbanke, a mathematician. Her parents separated when she was young and her mother insisted on a logic-focused education, rejecting Byron’s “mad” love of poetry, but Ada remained fascinated with her father and considered mathematics “poetical science.”...
Design-lovers of all ages can explore the glamorous and fashionable Art Deco era in this gorgeous book full of stylish patterns to colour. Each page has iconic 1920s illustrations to colour, including advertisements from the art deco period, the first skyscraper, a fashion show and more, plus snippets of information...
Explore the beautiful, flowing designs of the Art Nouveau era in this gorgeous book full of stylish patterns to colour. Patterns to colour include those found in Nouveau fashion, ceramics and buildings, as well as vintage advertisements and jewellery. Each pattern is accompanied by information about the decorative arts produced...
Do you know how to paint a watercolour wash, spatter paint or create resist effects with oil pastels? Bursting with inspiration, this book contains over 120 ideas for painting, drawing, printing and making collages. Budding artists can follow the simple step-by-step instructions exactly or use the ideas to create their...
How do ancient things get buried? Who digs them up? And what do they find? Beginner readers can find answers to these questions and more in this colourful information book. Illustrated with stunning photographs and illustrations accompanied by short, informative text developed with reading experts. Includes carefully selected internet-links to...
An exciting introduction to wild and windy weather, illustrated with dramatic photographs on every page. Includes information about different types of storms, what makes thunder and lightning and how to spot a hurricane, with clear explanations to satisfy curious young minds. Specially written for children beginning to read on their...
A fun-packed, write-in activity pad containing 30 tear-off sheets that will keep children entertained for hours on end. Each giant page features a different scene overflowing with things to spot, puzzles to solve and details to colour, doodle and draw. Sure to keep children entertained during holidays, rainy days and...
A simple step-by-step introduction to growing food in containers both inside and out. Projects include carrots from seeds, climbing cucumbers, edible flowers, popcorn, squash shaped like flying saucers and much more. Includes pages with essential planting techniques and tips on when to water, how to deal with pests and even...
Each page of this book has stunning designs taken from the ancient stone carvings, pottery and jewellery of Celtic tradition, including the intricate knot-work patterns for which the Celts were famous. A creative way to discover the images, motifs and colours typical of Celtic art, with snippets of historical information...
Learn the basics of circuits and electronics with our interactive sketchbook, written by the inventor of Chibitronics, Jie Qi. This book includes 5 project templates! These include the following: Simple circuit Parallel circuit DIY switch Blinking slide switch DIY pressure sensor Note: Circuit stickers, copper tape and batteries are sold...
An engaging handbook with all the help you need to write better stories, blogs, scripts and poetry, with lists of inspiring words and tips on editing and grammar. See how well-known writers put techniques into practice, and try out ideas on the jotting pages. This is a book no young...
