Arts, Music & Photography
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Dance with the Unicorns (Sound Books)
Are you ready to do the unicorn dance? This magical novelty book is guaranteed to get little children moving. It features a different group of dancing unicorns on each page, with a lively tune for children to dance along to. The inviting text explains one very simple dance move to go with each tune, and then at the end they put them all together and do the whole dance while the unicorns neigh and sparkle.Read more
£10.40£12.30Dance with the Unicorns (Sound Books)
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365 Days Of Kawaii: How to Draw Cute Stuff Every Day of the Year
Draw the cutest kawaii pictures every day for a whole year and never be bored again! This fun book for the young, and young at heart, covers the widest range of kawaii motifs ever ; 365 of them no less!
In the kawaii universe, everything is small and cute. Just by adding eyes and a mouth, even the most mundane object can be brought to life and become an adorable character… umbrellas smile, cupcakes wink, chairs snooze and pencils laugh.
Learn the secrets of kawaii drawing, from getting the right proportions to creating personality with different facial expressions and adding depth with layers of colour. Then follow 365 step-by-step sequences showing you exactly how to build up a huge range of motifs, starting with simple shapes and progressing to add details and colours. Each sequence is entirely visual, with no complicated instructions to read, so it really is easy to create your own kawaii characters straight away. All you need is paper and some pens!
Themes featured include animals, food, plants, clothes, household objects, musical instruments, people, vehicles, buildings and landmarks, weather icons and even space motifs.
Inside you’ll find an array of animals such as a singing bee, a giggling ladybird, a sweet swan, a cute penguin, a hungry hamster, a cheeky monkey, a stinky skunk and a red-nosed reindeer. There are also plants and flowers, all with their own adorable kawaii features, including a lily pad, rose, sunflower, daisy and dandelion.
Be tempted by a range of tasty treats, like fried eggs, hot dogs, pizza, cupcakes, croissants and sweets, as well as various colourful fruits and vegetables. Even some everyday household objects, such as a fridge, bed, bathtub and armchair, have been given the kawaii treatment!
There’s something for every season, with a selection of weather and holiday-themed motifs. You’ll love recreating famous landmarks like Big Ben, the Eiffel Tower and the Statue of Liberty in cute kawaii style too! With this huge selection, you’re bound to find the perfect design for any occasion!
This adorable value-packed book will entertain endlessly and let you embrace the Japanese culture of cuteness every day of the year.
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Dance with the Elves (Usborne Sound Books)
Little children will love bouncing around to the Christmas music in this irresistible sound book. As well as dancing elves, there are reindeer and Christmas fairies having a boogie – and even Santa himself gets his dancing boots on! With one very simple “move” to copy on each page, and toe-tapping disco arrangements of well-loved festive tunes, this is a perfect way to hop, twirl and waggle yourself into the Christmas spirit.
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Dance with Oti The Penguin Waltz
It’s time for another adventure with Mrs Oti and her dance class! Join them as they prepare for a very special winter-themed show, and learn “The Penguin Waltz” in ten easy steps.
As snowflakes begin to fall, the children soon find their feet on the slippery snow with a little help from their favourite teacher, Mrs Oti. The class learn about animals that live in the snow and have lots of fun playing together too. But what should the class do when playtime gets a little too chilly? The penguin huddle – of course!
Written by dancing superstar, Oti Mabuse, this heartwarming picture book will dance into the hands of families who have loved watching Oti on-screen.
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School of Manga: How To Draw Manga and Anime Faces for Beginners | Learn To Create Your Own Characters Step by Step With Easy-to-Follow Instructions and Proven Techniques
Finally create and draw your own manga and anime characters!
You’ve been dreaming of putting your own manga characters on paper for a long time – but you don’t know how yet? Want to finally learn the right techniques to draw the characters from your favorite manga and anime? Then this book is the perfect companion for you on your way from beginner to your first own manga characters you can be proud of.
Learn step by step with simple instructions and detailed sketches how you can create great manga faces and heads from scratch. Whether it’s big eyes or cool hairstyles: Here you’ll find explanations of all the typical manga techniques and create the necessary foundation to fully live out your creativity and passion in the future.
“But can really anyone learn to draw in manga style?”
Most beginners fail with complex video tutorials or explanations in books that don’t really go into detail. This can quickly cause frustration and make the start into the manga world unnecessarily bumpy. But when it comes to manga drawing, it’s not talent that counts, but above all the right technique. And that’s exactly what you’ll learn with the detailed instructions in this book – even if you might still have doubts about your artistic abilities.
Always at your side is the author Maxim Simonenko. As an experienced drawing teacher and manga professional, he has already taught over 1000 students of all ages and knows the pitfalls for beginners intimately. Benefit now from his experience and learn drawing techniques, which have all been tested in practice. Every sketch in this book is hand-drawn by the author and will help you explore different drawing styles within the manga genre.
This is how you, as a beginner, will benefit from this book:
- Achieve your goal with easy step-by-step instructions – whether it’s eyes, hair, heads or emotions: All explanations are kept as simple as possible so that you can advance quickly – no matter at which drawing level you start.
- Work with the appropriate drawing materials right away – Save yourself money and time with an introductory guide about suitable drawing supplies. Know everything you need to start drawing right away.
- Tips for both digital and analog drawing – All exercises can be practiced with a drawing tablet or in the traditional way with pen and paper.
- Follow a clear structure and concentrate on the essentials – With this book you will learn the basics of manga drawing with a clear focus on the topic of “faces” in all its facets. This way you can achieve quick success without being overwhelmed by the complexity of too much content.
What are you waiting for? Start your artistic journey now and master one of the most popular drawing styles that has taken not only Japan, but the whole world by storm. Click “Buy Now” and soon you can start learning the basics of manga drawing.
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A History of Pictures for Children
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 the bestselling book for adults, this children’s edition of A History of Pictures is told through conversations between the artist David Hockney and the author Martin Gayford, who talk about art with inspiring simplicity and clarity. Rose Blake’s illustrations illuminate the narratives of both authors to bring the history of art alive for a young audience.
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Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles
Learn all about over 200 of your favourite Star Wars vehicles, from the A-wing to the Y-wing. Want to know how Han Solo acquired the Millennium Falcon? Don’t know your X-wing from your Y-wing? Not sure what type of craft Boba Fett’s ship is? Look no further than the Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles.
From the swamps of Kashyyyk to the deserts of Jakku, from inner-city Coruscant to the vastness of hyperspace, Star Wars Encyclopedia of Starfighters and Other Vehicles will show you the right craft for the job. Covering vehicles from across every Star Wars movie, as well as Star Wars: The Clone Wars and Star Wars: Rebels. This handy guide is full of fun facts and intriguing information, guaranteed to enthral fans for hours on end.
© & TM 2018 LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.
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Harry Potter – Diagon Alley: A Movie Scrapbook
Diagon Alley is a cobblestoned shopping area for wizards and witches, and it was Harry Potter’s first introduction to the wizarding world. On this bustling street, seen throughout the Harry Potter films, the latest brooms are for sale, wizard authors give book signings and young Hogwarts students acquire their school supplies – cauldrons, quills, robes, wands and brooms.
This magical scrapbook takes readers on a tour of Diagon Alley, from Gringotts wizarding bank to Ollivanders wand shop, Weasleys’ Wizard Wheezes and beyond. Detailed profiles of each shop include concept illustrations, behind-the-scenes photographs and fascinating reflections from actors and film-makers that give readers an unprecedented inside look at the beloved wizarding location. Fans will also revisit key moments from the films, such as Harry’s first visit to Ollivanders when he is selected by his wand in Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, and Harry, Ron and Hermione’s escape from Gringotts on the back of a Ukrainian Ironbelly dragon in Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 1.
Destined to be a must-have collectible for fans of Harry Potter, Diagon Alley: A Movie Scrapbook also comes packed with removable inserts.
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£13.70£16.10Harry Potter – Diagon Alley: A Movie Scrapbook
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Jean Ure Dance Trilogy Collection 3 Books Set (Born to Dance, Star Quality, Showtime)
Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image In this Listing shall be Dispatched Collectively:Jean Ure Dance Trilogy Collection 3 Books Set (Born to Dance, Star Quality, Showtime):
Born to Dance:
The first in a brand-new series about dancing, friendship and following your dreams from best-loved author Jean Ure, whose books are described by Jacqueline Wilson as “funny, funky, feisty – and fantastic reads!”. When new girl Caitlyn arrives at Coombe House School Maddy is sure she must be a fellow ballet dancer; she certainly has all the grace and poise of a ballerina. So when Caitlyn denies it, Maddy isn’t convinced.Star Quality:
The second story in a new series about dancing, friendship and following your dreams from best-loved author Jean Ure, whose books are described by Jacqueline Wilson as “funny, funky, feisty – and fantastic reads!”. Maddy is delighted when she and her friends are accepted to the prestigious City Ballet School – it feels like one step closer to their dream of becoming professional dancers.Showtime:
The final instalment in this inspiring series about dancing, friendship and following your dreams. From best-loved author Jean Ure, whose books are described by Jacqueline Wilson as “funny, funky, feisty – and fantastic reads!”. A big performance looms and Maddy knows that the school has a way of weeding out the weakest dancers. Now is her time to shine. But will Maddy and her friends be celebrating at the end of the year?Read more
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The Story Orchestra Collection 3 Books Set By Jessica Courtney Tickle (Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, The Magic Flute)
Please Note That The Following Individual Books As Per Original ISBN and Cover Image Shall be Dispatched Collectively:The Story Orchestra Collection 3 Books Set By Jessica Courtney Tickle (Swan Lake, Carnival of the Animals, The Magic Flute):
The Story Orchestra: Swan Lake:
This tale of a prince, a beautiful swan princess and an evil sorcerer begins in a woodland clearing far, far away. It is Prince Siegfried’s 21st birthday. He is playing games with his friends when his mother, the Queen, arrives to tell him he needs to stop having fun and start looking after the kingdom. Prince Siegfried dreams of running away.The Story Orchestra: Carnival of the Animals:
One day, two brothers discover a magical animal kingdom behind their bookcase. They are greeted by the royal lion with his shaggy mane; ask for directions from an old lonely tortoise; take a ride on some lumbering elephants; topple a skeleton of dinosaur bones; and swim among a school of shimmering fish. If only they could take them all home…The Story Orchestra: The Magic Flute:
This classic opera, reworked for the benefit of younger readers, tells a tale of a prince, a princess and a magic flute, which begins in a mountain ridge between two magical lands. Prince Tamino enters, chased by a dragon, but three brave mountain rangers gallop past on horseback to rescue him. His cowardly friend Papageno comes out from his hiding place and they revive the prince. The rangers ask for one favour in return.Read more
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