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November 18, 2024 8:06 am
Published by priyahpi
Originally published in 1962, it tells the story of a young boy named Henri who lives in the small village of Reboul, France. Henri dreams of visiting Paris, a city he imagines to be full of wonders compared to his quiet village12.
One day, inspired by a book about Paris, Henri decides to pack a lunch and set off on an adventure to the city. Along the way, he gets tired and falls asleep under a tree, leading to a delightful and unexpected twist in the story.
November 18, 2024 8:13 am
Published by priyahpi
Rama and her family, are forced to flee their once-peaceful village to escape the ravages of the civil war raging ever closer to their home
With only what they can carry on their backs, Rama and her mother, father, grandfather and brother, Sami, set out to walk to freedom in Europe. An astonishing book that allows the humanity of refugees to speak louder than politics and introduces readers to one of Syria's incredible artists." ― Kirkus Reviews, starred review
October 8, 2024 7:42 pm
Published by priyahpi
Cat Art for Cat lovers
Susan Herbert’s feline interpretations of famous images from Western culture have charmed and amused readers for decades.
She has been delighting cat fans and culture buffs for decades. Her trademark blend of humor and feline enthusiasm makes her art instantly recognizable to cat lovers everywhere.
November 22, 2024 4:16 pm
Published by priyahpi
An interactive way of testing out your knowledge about the lives and work of some of the world's most famous artists. Jam-packed with fascinating information about the biggest names in art, including Van Gogh, Dali, Monet, Warhol and more.
November 22, 2024 11:39 am
Published by priyahpi
Do you know how comics, graphic novels, and manga came to be? Or that they have their roots in cave drawings?
A special section at the back of the book includes Common Core–vetted extras on subjects like science, social studies, and math, and there’s even a fun quiz so readers can test themselves to see what they’ve learned! Learning about history has never been so much fun!
November 15, 2024 11:55 am
Published by priyahpi
This is a resplendent pop-up version of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the original publication. With sparkling touches of colored foil and Emerald City eyeglasses, this classic tale is certain to find an honored place on the family bookshelf.
N.B: A preview of the book is available on You Tube
January 16, 2025 9:16 pm
Published by priyahpi
This book introduces children to the many different types of creative fields in the arts―including drawing and painting, music and dance, writing, design, architecture, and photography.
November 25, 2024 8:47 am
Published by priyahpi
Who knew that a publication that looks like an attractively designed children's book could take such a revealing look at the demanding topic of typography.
November 25, 2024 7:01 am
Published by priyahpi
Over ten years of searching has produced cornucopia of extraordinary deep sea images, of which 100 are selected here, shot in the warm waters of the Indian and Pacific Oceans. From Swimming with Giants to the God of Small Things, six chapters portray the inspirational qualities of marine life.
October 7, 2024 10:16 am
Published by priyahpi
Why did Roman emperors wear purple? Which color is made from crushed beetles? What green pigment might be used to build super-fast computers of the future? Find out the answers to these and many more questions in this vibrant exploration of the stories behind different colors, and the roles they've played throughout history.
“The king walked in on Marie one day to see her trying on yet another expensive gown. It was made of silk in a purple-pink-brown color. The king tried to put her off the purchase by declaring it to be couleur de puce - the color of a flea after it had been squashed! Marie-Antoinette wasn’t put off. She insisted that every lady in her court wear puce or subtly similar shades known as dos de puce (flea’s back) or ventre de puce (flea’s belly).”
November 21, 2024 9:34 am
Published by priyahpi
In this exuberant picture book about transformation through art, Mira lives in a gray urban community until a muralist arrives and, along with his paints and brushes, brings color, joy, and hope to the neighborhood.
Based on the true story of the Urban Art Trail in San Diego, California, this book reveals how art can inspire transformation—and how even the smallest artists can accomplish something big. Pick up a paintbrush and join the celebration!
November 18, 2024 9:38 am
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Vasya Kandinsky was a proper little boy: he studied math and history, he practiced the piano, he sat up straight and was perfectly polite. And when his family sent him to art classes, they expected him to paint pretty houses and flowers—like a proper artist.
But as Vasya opened his paint box and began mixing the reds, the yellows, the blues, he heard a strange sound—the swirling colors trilled like an orchestra tuning up for a symphony!
October 3, 2024 9:07 am
Published by priyahpi
Vincent van Gogh often found himself unable to sleep and wandered under starlit skies. Those nighttime experiences provided the inspiration for many of his paintings, including his most famous, The Starry Night. Van Gogh sold only one painting in his lifetime—but he continued to pursue his unique vision, and ultimately became one of the most beloved artists of all time.
October 7, 2024 6:37 am
Published by priyahpi
Discover the life of Walt Disney―a story about imagination and invention for kids.
This essential Disney story explores how Walt went from being a young boy growing up in the Midwest to being a creative genius.
How will Walt's hard work and love of storytelling inspire you?
October 3, 2024 8:49 am
Published by priyahpi
This vibrantly illustrated graphic novel anthology brings to life the childhood experiences of beloved artists and illustrators such as Wanda Gág, Maurice Sendak, Tove Jansson, Jerry Pinkney, Yuyi Morales and Hayao Miyazaki. Stylish illustrations paired with small vignettes and anecdotes from the artists’ early lives helps illuminate the hard work, triumphs, failures, and inspiration that helped forge their successful careers.
Children will see themselves in these portraits and wonder if they, too, might have it in them to make art. A celebration of creativity, this collective graphic biography is sprinkled throughout with writing wisdom and inspiring quotes.
October 9, 2024 11:59 am
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Expand your notions of what is art - Exploring all the forms of art
When you think of art, do you think of painting and sculpture?
Even these traditional artistic mediums can be created in untraditional ways. Art can also be draped, chiseled, pasted, and drizzled. But unusual approaches to painting and sculpture are only the beginning. We learn that art comes in many forms―a wall or a ceiling, a lamp or a rug, a goblet or a musical instrument.
