"Learn how to make anything and everything cute in this hands-on, creative workbook from artist Carlianne Tipsey. With fun lessons on how to draw irresistible faces and animals--and convert everyday objects into charismatic characters--How to Draw Adorable includes visual tips, step-by-step examples, and design theories that can be used by beginning and advanced artists alike. Reference images and practice sheets help you dive right in and discover...

"Captivating photos of animals accompany simple, engaging text to explain dormancy in nature. This highly curricular book teaches young readers about different kinds of dormancy and which animals do what. Featuring creatures like ladybugs, chickadees, squirrels, and even alligators, this book won't put curious kids to sleep!"--Amazon.com.

"In this new edition vetted by experts, learn about some of the seventeen different kinds of penguins. With bright watercolor illustrations and kid-friendly language, Gail Gibbons introduces young readers to zoology concepts, describing where and how penguins live, what they eat, and how they hatch their young. With updated information on species classifications, habitat ranges, and prehistoric penguins."--

Intarsia Woodworking Made Easy is a skill-building compendium of useful tips, techniques, and projects that will take your intarsia woodworking skills to the next level! Opening with beginner-friendly overviews on blade selection, wood preparation, the stages of shaping, applying a finish, budget-friendly tips, and more, this complete guide then presents 11 step-by-step projects and intarsia patterns that range in difficulty, from a simple succulent...

"Floral Embroidery reawakens the age-old practice of embroidery, giving to it a new and modern twist. In this book, you will find 10 embroidery patterns that weave together stunning colors, ancient stitches, and florals picked from your grandmother's garden. From simple patterns, to more complex and intricate pieces, your creativity will grow and flourish. You will learn to stitch dusty pink roses, leaves and stems that will trail to the edges of...

Presents the animal kingdom's best swimmers and compares how their skills rate against one another.

"Engaging images accompany information about China. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

"Engaging images accompany information about Japan. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--

An encyclopedia of monsters that delves into the history and science behind eight legendary creatures, from Bigfoot and the kraken to zombies and more. Find out each monster's origin story and the real-world history that informed it, and then explore the science of each creature in fun and surprising ways. Tips and infographics-including monster anatomy, how to survive a vampire attack, and real-life giant creatures of the deep sea-make this a highly...

"Engaging images accompany information about England. The combination of high-interest subject matter and narrative text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8"--