Carti in categoria Art and craft books

A unique introduction to medieval art and artefacts for older children and adults. Featuring images, motifs and colours typical of the Middle Ages taken from textiles, ceramics and architecture. Includes fascinating information about each design, the artefacts on which it appeared, how the objects would have been used in medieval times, and an example of the original colours used to decorate it. Perfect for libraries and schools, this hardback non-fiction book includes a contents page and an in...

Create a delightful paper farm complete with a farmhouse, barn, a windmill with sails that turn and lots of animals and people to play with. There’s no need for scissors or glue, simply press out the sturdy pieces and follow the step-by-step instructions to slot the models together. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 BIC CBMC C2J79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409596448 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 305 x 238mmIllustrator Francesca di Chiara...

A delightful book with four sturdy, stand-up paper dolls, a press-out wardrobe and over 50 mix-and-match paper outfits to dress them for a party, a rainy day, a sleepover and more. The back cover of the book folds out to make a stylish dressing room, and children will have hours of fun dressing and playing with the dolls. Age 5 Key Stage KS1/2 BIC CBMC B2L79 Hardback ISBN: 9781409597216 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 305 x 238mmIllustrator Simona Bursi...

Learn how to fold eight amazing animals with this origami pack. Includes 75 sheets of colourful patterned paper and a book with step-by-step instructions for making an owl, dragon, fish, elephant, fox, rabbit, whale and crane. With internet links to video tutorials, tips and printable sheets. Age 7 BIC CBMC C2L79 Pack ISBN: 9781474941099 Extent: 24 pages 75 origami sheets Dimensions: 242 x 206mmAuthor/Editor Lucy BowmanIllustrator Sarah Allen and Argijale...

The story of western painting from Ancient Egypt to modern art told clearly and simply and illustrated with over 160 of the world’s greatest works of art. Published in association with The National Gallery, London, this introduction focuses on key works and artists and themes such as religion, royalty, magic and love. Includes an art history timeline, artists’ biographies, information about conservation and artists’ materials and internet links to see thousands more artworks on...

Discover classical music through the ages, from the amazing instruments and epic concerts to the people who composed and performed it in this informative picture book. With over 100 illustrations and photographs of Brahms, Chopin, Mozart and more, plus QR links to listen to each composer’s music online and a contents and index for easy reference. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 MU BIC CBMC C5N79 Library edition hardback ISBN: 9781474920575 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Anthony ...

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 about the design and colours. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 H, A BIC CBMC C2L79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474917278 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 250 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Emily BoneIllustrator Mary K...

Go wild with transfers and crayons to create eleven exquisite gardens from a cottage garden to a summer meadow. Each garden has a delicate line drawing to colour in and a colourful picture to fill with beautiful rub-down transfers of flowers, butterflies, birds, frogs and fish. The transfers are stored in a wallet inside the front cover. Age 5 Key Stage KS1/2 A Hardback ISBN: 9781474922272 Extent: 24 pages Dimensions: 240 x 280mmIllustrator Bethan Janine...

A bumper volume of inspiring drawing ideas and step-by-step techniques. Drawing activities include a watercolour city, chalky polar bears and a pastel tiger. Includes advice on techniques and materials to help children develop their skills and creativity beyond the activities in the book. Each project is accompanied by full-colour illustrations and easy step-by-step instructions to help young artists get the best results. Age 9 Key Stage KS1/2 A/DT Spiral-bound hardback ISBN: 9781409520382 Exten...

A beautifully illustrated sticker book of the best-known and most-loved paintings of the Nativity story. Each page shows a different event in the Nativity story, from Mary meeting the Angel Gabriel to Jesus’ birth and the journey of the Three Kings. Includes information about the artists, the stories behind the paintings and the hidden meanings of some of the signs and symbols the artists used. Published in association with The National Gallery. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 A BIC CBMC B2L79 Paperba...

An innovative book bursting with ideas for drawing faces, portraits, caricatures and cartoons. Step-by-step instructions show how to use pencils, pens, pastels and paints and techniques including drawing on a computer, paper collage and printing. Includes QR links to download free images and watch video clips with drawing tips and inspiration. Age 9 Key Stage KS1 A BIC CBMC D5N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474933650 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mm...

A beautifully presented introduction to the lives and works of 35 of the world’s most famous artists. Features Salvador Dali, Andy Warhol, Pablo Picasso, Renoir, Van Gogh, Leonardo da Vinci and Jan van Eyck, among others. Perfect for older children, this book provides fascinating information about the life and work of each artist. Includes reproductions of famous paintings, as well as photographs of the artists, their homes and their personal belongings. With internet links to websites to ...

Everything you need to embroider, frame and hang a beautiful fairy, including a piece of cotton fabric printed with a fairy design, a needle, embroidery hoop and pink, green and blue thread. There’s also a 16-page book with simple, step-by-step instructions showing you exactly what to do, and links to video clips of embroidery skills. Age 7 Kit ISBN: 9781474973311 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 230 x 180mmAuthor/Editor Lara BryanIllustrator Bethan Janine & Ian McNee...

Everything you need to embroider, frame and hang a beautiful owl, including a piece of cotton fabric printed with an owl design, a needle, embroidery hoop and green, yellow and orange thread. There’s also a 16-page book with simple, step-by-step instructions showing you exactly what to do, and links to video clips of embroidery skills. Age 7 Kit ISBN: 9781474973328 Extent: 16 pages Dimensions: 230 x 180mmAuthor/Editor Lara BryanIllustrator Bethan Janine & Ian McNee...

From a wildflower meadow to a snowy woodland, children will love learning about the seasons whilst decorating the scenes in this beautifully illustrated book. With over 200 stickers of animals, plants, flowers and insects, and links to specially selected websites for video clips and activities. Age 3 Paperback ISBN: 9781474968256 Extent: 16 pages 8 pages stickers Dimensions: 276 x 216mmIllustrator Jean Claude

Learn how to draw all kinds of animals, from polar bears and orang-utans to kangaroos and pandas, with this inspiring book. Simple, step-by-step instructions explain techniques such as shading with chalk pastels and painting with watercolours. Includes QR links to download free images and watch video clips with drawing tips and inspiration. Age 9 Key Stage KS2 A BIC CBMC D5N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474933636 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Anna Milbourne...

This inspiring book is bursting with hints and tips for drawing cartoon characters, locations, comic strips and more. Simple, step-by-step instructions explain techniques such as shading, drawing in perspective and making a comic strip on a computer. Includes QR links to download free images and watch video clips with drawing tips and inspiration. Age 9 Key Stage KS2 A BIC CBMC D5N79 Paperback ISBN: 9781474933643 Extent: 64 pages Dimensions: 276 x 216mmAuthor/Editor Anna Milbourne...

Learn how to fold eight amazing dinosaurs with this origami pack. Includes 75 sheets of colourful patterned paper and a book with step-by-step instructions on how to make dinosaurs including a Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Stegosaurs, Velociraptor and Pterodactyl. Age 7 Key Stage KS2 A/T BIC CBMC C2L79 Pack ISBN: 9781474956277 Extent: 24 pages 75 origami sheets Dimensions: 242 x 206mmAuthor/Editor Lucy BowmanIllustrator Sarah Allen and Oscar Diodoro...

Everything you need to sew, stuff and decorate 7 delightful felt animals, including cut-out felt shapes, pins, needles and a threader, 5 buttons, thread and lots of stuffing. There’s a 32-page book with simple, step-by-step instructions and links to video clips with sewing tips and techniques, plus templates for making more animals. Age 6 Key Stage KS1 BIC CBMC B2J79 Sewing kit with book ISBN: 9781409599227 Extent: 32 pages Dimensions: 230 x 180mmAuthor/Editor Abigail WheatleyIllustrator J...

Explore the exciting world of art with this write-in activity book and discover dozens of paintings through puzzles, doodles, stickers, colouring in and things to spot. Each double page features a well-known painting, with snippets of information and fun and creative puzzles and challenges. Children can guide St George through a maze next to Paolo Uccello’s “St George and the Dragon”, add stickers to make a cubist portrait and fill empty frames with their own portraits and patt...