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Star Wars How Not to Get Eaten by Ewoks and Other Galactic Survival Skills
Par Christian Blauvelt. 2019
A humorous guide on how to survive the Star Wars galaxy's many dangersThe Star Wars galaxy is a dangerous place.…
From ruthless bounty hunters, ferocious beasts, and extreme weather, to hostile landscapes, social minefields, and backstabbing allies-perils and hazards are never far away! How do you flee an exploding Death Star? What's the best way to source a starship at a spaceport? How would you escape kidnap by Tusken Raiders on Tatooine? Survival means keeping your wits about you. This fun, practical Star Wars book will teach you how to recognise threats and learn what to do to stay alive in a galaxy far, far away.Explore the methods used by your favorite Star Wars movie characters to escape sticky situations, with this handy manual. DK's How Not to Get Eaten by Ewoks will help you to navigate galactic pitfalls, whether you're learning how to avoid offending aliens of other species, or trying to find food and shelter in emergency situations. From survival kits and disguises, to tips on diplomacy and etiquette, this book's step-by-step instructions, illuminating graphics, and beautiful illustrations will ensure your survival in a galaxy where anything can happen!© & TM 2019 LUCASFILM LTD.From sunset at Stonehenge to the steps of the Forbidden City, see the wonders of the world and the people…
who built and used them brought back to life in stunning detail.Discover humanity's greatest monuments restored to their former glory in this guide to the wonders of the world. Incredible History: Wonders of the World turns back time to reveal realistic reconstructions of the most incredible monuments humankind has ever constructed.Imagine if you could travel back in time and visit the wonders of the world. Where would you go first? You&’ll feel the roar of the crowd in the Roman Colosseum, observe an eclipse at Chichen Itza and stride along the walls of Great Zimbabwe. Children aged 9+ will learn when and how it was constructed, and what it teaches us about how the people who lived at the site might have spent their days. Each story begins by showing you the wonder as it is today and you can marvel at the location recreated in jaw-dropping 3D detail.This fascinating guide to the wonders of the world contains: - Information that goes beyond the curriculum to give a truly international view of the past, from the Palace of Versailles in France to the largest Buddhist temple in the world: Borobudur, Indonesia.- Pages packed with fascinating facts, data, and detail. - The wonders of the world are restored to their former glory with 3D computer artworks, going into incredible detail and depth.- Story boxes that put the discovery in context and go behind the scenes showing how archaeologists unearth the past.With each page packed with fantastic facts and extraordinary pictures, Incredible History: Wonders of the World brings together the best bits of history and archaeology to recreate our wondrous past. Combining archaeological evidence and computer technology, the book brings the people and places of the past back to life before your very eyes.Disney Ideas Book: More than 100 Disney Crafts, Activities, and Games
Par Dk, Elizabeth Dowsett. 2018
Bring your love of Disney to life with more than 100 amazing and creative projects and activities.The perfect rainy-day gift…
for kids who love Disney and enjoy crafting. Let their imaginations run wild with more than 100 enchanting Disney inspired arts and crafts, party games, puzzles, papercraft and many more fun and practical activities. With stunning photography and clear step-by-step instructions, the Disney Ideas Book guides you through each exciting project, from growing grass hair on Frozen trolls and creating The Lion King animal masks to crafting festive Mickey Mouse hanging decorations and Winnie the Pooh party hats. There are top tips on every page to help make your creations a success, with handy templates provided at the back of the book. Featuring family favourite characters from animation and live-action movies and TV, including Frozen, Toy Story, Moana, Inside Out and Cinderella.How to Draw Fun Stuff Stroke-by-Stroke: Simple, Step-by-Step Lessons for Drawing 3D Objects, Optical Illusions, Mythical
Par Jonathan Stephen Harris. 2021
A fresh and exciting drawing guide for young artists who seek projects that are out of the ordinary.Are you tired…
of drawing the same boring stuff? Artist and author Jonathan Stephen Harris shows you how to draw almost anything with 40 fun and exciting projects that are anything but boring. You'll learn how to create crazy trick art, amazing 3D objects, mind-blowing anamorphic illustrations, and brain-twisting optical illusions. Every project features detailed, step-by-step instructions and illustrations that use color to help teach you exactly how to do it. You'll start by learning the basics of drawing, what tools you need, and the basic techniques you need to know so you can create your own amazing drawings. Soon you'll be creating works of amazing art that is out of this world! Here's what's inside:40 exciting drawing projects that will thrill young artists of all levels of ability.Detailed, step-by-step instructions that take readers through every drawing from start to finish, using color to illustrate new lines so the reader can clearly see the next steps.Simple tutorials for basic drawing skills like shading as well as creating textures and surfaces so readers can learn drawing the right way.Tons of creative ideas that will inspire you to create your own amazing works of art.Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker The Visual Dictionary: With Exclusive Cross-Sections
Par Pablo Hidalgo. 2019
Go beyond Star Wars™ The Rise of Skywalker with this definitive guide to the final chapter of the Skywalker saga,…
produced in close collaboration with Lucasfilm.Written by Star Wars™ insider Pablo Hidalgo, this 200-page book is packed with more than 600 images, five stunning original cross-section artworks, and behind-the-scenes photography in this must-have companion.Uncover the inner workings of the treadable and the secrets of Rey's Jedi library. Discover the Sith fortress world of Exegol and the treasures of droidsmith Babu Frik. Examine the brutal weaponry of the Knights of Ren and the ingenious garb of the Orbak riders. Meet the most notorious criminals of Kijimi and the sociable Aki-Aki on Pasaana. Study the intricate reforging of Kylo Ren's helmet and the menacing armor of the Sith troopers.With a foreword by Episode 9 writer, Chris Terrio, Star Wars™ The Rise of Skywalker: The Visual Dictionary is the perfect gift for Star Wars fans of all ages.© & TM 2020 LUCASFILM LTD.The Met 5000 Years of Awesome Objects: A History of Art for Children (DK The Met)
Par Aaron Rosen, Susie Hodge, Susie Brooks, Mary Richards. 2023
Imagine having 5,000 of human history&’s most amazing artefacts at your fingertips!Go on a trip through the famous Metropolitan Museum…
of Art without ever leaving your home! Prepare to explore the treasures of the world&’s civilizations—from ancient Egyptian amulets, Mayan jewelry, and prehistoric tools—to Medieval tapestries, Renaissance suits of armor, and modern-day baseball cards. Each page brings you closer to the past as you learn about the people of different ages through the objects they left behind. Discover hand-picked highlights of the museum&’s huge collection as you travel through history, one incredible object at a time.This book combines exclusive Met photography with colorful and quirky illustrations in a resource that parents can trust, with a design that kids will love. © The Metropolitan Museum of Art, New YorkUltimate LEGO Star Wars
Par Andrew Becraft, Chris Malloy. 2017
The definitive guide to the LEGO® Star Wars™ universe, showcasing the vast collection of LEGO Star Wars sets and minifigures…
released over the last 20 years.This is a complete, unrivaled encyclopedia of the LEGO Star Wars theme. Fans will have an all-encompassing companion to the LEGO Star Wars cultural phenomenon. Produced in large format and featuring beautiful imagery, this is an indispensable guide for young fans and a stunning reference work for adults. With behind-the-scenes material, it tells the complete story of LEGO Star Wars, from the earliest concepts in the late 1990s to the creation of the most recent sets for The Force Awakens™ and Rogue One™. Created with the LEGO Star Wars team.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. © 2017 The LEGO Group. Produced by Dorling Kindersley under license from the LEGO Group.© & TM 2017 Lucasfilm Ltd.LEGO Life Hacks: 50 Cool Ideas to Make Your LEGO Bricks Work for You!
Par Julia March. 2021
Get ready to hack your life, LEGO style!This ebook is bursting with more than 50 smart ideas to streamline your…
life and accessorize your space. You'll find stationery hacks help you organize your desk, cool ideas to make the most of your tech, and gadgets to blitz your boring chores. From a speaker that amplifies your phone, a weekly planner made of LEGO bricks, and a catapult that flings paper into the wastepaper basket, these ideas will make your LEGO bricks work for you. Discover ways to personalize your living space, from photo frames to brick-built houseplants, plus smart ways to display your favorite LEGO builds and minifigures. These creative ideas will inspire you to use your LEGO bricks in awesome new ways. With amazing images, easy to follow step-by-step instructions, and handy tips for further building, this ebook will take your building to the next level. ©2021 The LEGO Group.Wonders of the World (DK Eyewitness)
Par Dk. 2022
Discover the astounding ancient architecture, the history of civilization, and the beauty of our planet in these Wonders of the…
World.Become an eyewitness to the fascinating architectural feats and natural treasures of the world in this picture-led reference guide that will take you on a visual tour of more than 50 wonders of the world. Children will be mesmerized by human-made landscapes such as the Statue of Liberty to record-breaking natural marvels like the River Nile. This unique, beautifully illustrated guide takes kids on an incredible journey around the world's most spectacular sights. Using striking full-color photographs and illustrations, discover the Pyramids of Giza, the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, the Temple of Artemis, the Statue of Zeus, the Mausoleum atHalicarnassus, the Colossus of Rhodes, and the Lighthouse of Alexandria and much more!Throughout the pages of this newly-revised book on Wonders of the World, you can expect to find: - A fresh new look, new photographs, updated information, and a new &“eyewitness&” feature- Amazing facts, diagrams, statistics, and timelines- Brand new eyewitness accounts from experts in the fieldEyewitness Wonders of the World introduces the ultimate guide to remarkable architecture and natural wonders. Children can learn about the most incredible natural and human-made wonders, through amazing facts, diagrams, and statistics to see them as never before. This all-emcompassing wonders of the world guide is a must-have for curious children aged 9+ with a thirst for learning, as well as teachers, parents and librarians.So, what&’s new? Part of DK&’s best-selling Eyewitness series, this popular title has been reinvigorated for the next generation of information-seekers and stay-at-home explorers, with a fresh new look, up to 20 percent new images, including photography and updated diagrams, updated information, and a new &“eyewitness&” feature with fascinating first-hand accounts from experts in the field.Explore the series!Globally, the Eyewitness series has sold more than 50 million copies over 30 years. Journey down the River Amazon and explore the rainforest with Eyewitness Amazon, learn how to combat climate change with Eyewitness Climate Change or take a trip aboard the most famous ship in history with Eyewitness Titanic.You Are An Artist
Par Aurélia Durand. 2023
Aurélia Durand shares her path from art school to internationally recognized artist, and how you can start your creative journey.Aurélia…
Durand has been published in The New Yorker, worked with massive brands, and illustrated the #1 New York Times Bestseller This Book Is Anti-Racist, so she knows a thing or two about honing her craft, challenging herself, and making dreams come true. Inspired by questions she is regularly asked, she shares how she did it, the lessons she and her artist friends have learned along the way, and how you can do it too. Each chapter explores a different area of creativity and brand building, from developing your creative vision and creating a portfolio of work to using social media to your advantage and how to build a sustainable business. If you&’ve ever wanted to know how to find your style and build your brand but didn&’t know who to ask, Aurélia&’s got you covered.Cardboard Activity Lab (DK Activity Lab)
Par Jemma Westing. 2023
Discover plenty of creative crafts you can do using cardboard in this activity book bursting with exciting ideas!With 25 amazing…
projects to inspire young creators, this fun activity book encourages children to get creative by transforming everyday materials into incredible objects.Children aged 9-12 will love getting involved in exciting projects with Cardboard Activity Lab, which features great photography, succinct step-by-step instructions, and rigorous attention to detail. Young artists, architects, and builders can create fantastic games and toys, with a clear How it Works explanation for each project. From paint and glue to cardboard boxes and tubes, every project is made with affordable and easy-to-find materials.This fun DIY book for children features: - A bunch of ideas to encourage creativity in children and develop skills relating to engineering, art and design.- A number of hands-on activities using easy-to-source materials to reduce household waste.- Easy-to-follow instructions which helps kids to build new skills.- Fun craft projects that will encourage readers to think creatively, whether at home or school.Get crafty with cardboard and create something amazing using everyday materials that can be found around the home or easily sourced. This craft book is full of fun activities that parents and kids can enjoy making together. Using household items, construct an entire city complete with skyscrapers and transport systems, or a sci-fi robot costume for you and your friends!Star Wars The Last Jedi™ The Visual Dictionary
Par Pablo Hidalgo. 2017
Star Wars: The Last Jedi™: The Visual Dictionary is the definitive guide to Star Wars: The Last Jedi, revealing the…
characters, creatures, droids, locations, and technology from the new film. Packed with 100+ images and information as penned by Star Wars™ scribe Pablo Hidalgo, it's a must-have for all fans who want to go beyond the movie experience.© & TM 2017 LUCASFILM LTD.Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War (DK Stephen Biesty Cross-Sections)
Par Richard Platt. 2019
Look inside an 18th-century warship as it sails into battle on the high seas.Packed with extraordinary illustrations, this history book…
for children covers everything from warship design to navigation. Biesty's incredible drawings slice through a man-of-war to explore every corner, from the crow's nest to the stinking hold. Packed with fascinating facts and gory details, the pages teem with sailors going about their duties. Find out how gun crews fired a cannon, examine a surgeon's toolkit, and learn the best way to wriggle the maggots out of the ship's biscuits. Look out, too, for the stowaway on every page. He's the one with spiky hair, and there's a reward for his capture!This absorbing book will have children--and adults--poring over every page. Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Man-of-War remains as entertaining as ever.Star Wars Complete Vehicles New Edition
Par Pablo Hidalgo, Jason Fry, Kerrie Dougherty, Curtis Saxton, David West Reynolds, Ryder Windham. 2020
Explore the epic Star Wars saga through incredible cross-sectionsMore than 100 magnificent cross-section artworks bring the vehicles of Star Wars…
to life. New cross-sections, amazing detail, and comprehensive text make this the ultimate reference to the craft of a galaxy far, far away.... SEE- Poe Dameron's X-wing in action- The terrifying power of Darth Vader's TIE Advanced x1- Obi-Wan Kenobi's fast and agile Jedi starfighterDISCOVER- The inner workings of Rey's speeder - The advanced technology of the Rebel Alliance's U-wing - The devastating weaponry of the Death StarEXPLORE - The famous corridors of the Millennium Falcon- The brutal design of the Knights of Ren's Night Buzzard - The mighty and fearsome Final Order Star Destroyer© & ™ 2020 Lucasfilm LtdTravel through time to discover the paintings, sculptures, and decorative objects that enrich our world.Are you seeking a lavishly illustrated…
timeline that showcases a glorious gallery of art from all around the world? Then SI Art Year By Year may be the book for you!Over 500 images of art movements such as the Renaissance, Neoclassicism, Impressionism, and Pop Art are explored and explained, accompanied by striking visual detail that truly brings the artwork to life. Further featuring biographies of the key figures behind some of the world&’s best-known artworks, from Botticelli and Hiroshige to Goncharova and Morisot, SI Art Year By Year has something for everyone to admire. With passion in every page, you can explore: - Feature panels discussing artists, art movements, and techniques- Specific works of art analysed, with details pulled out and explained- Pages that explore a single theme through time and across different cultures- Inspiring quotes from artists add insightWith every story plotted on a timeline, the pages give a snapshot of each era, and reveal the influences and connections behind the artworks and artistic movements that have reflected our world. With more than 500 images of paintings, drawings, photographs, and sculptures, SI Art Year by Year is the ultimate visual guide to the history of art, century by century, year by year!A must-have art book for children and adults alike who are curious about art, whether you&’re an educator, an art enthusiast, or a lover of creativity seeking to explore some of the greatest known artworks throughout history, SI Art Year By Year is sure to delight.LEGO® Minifigure A Visual History New Edition: With exclusive LEGO spaceman minifigure!
Par Gregory Farshtey, Daniel Lipkowitz, Simon Hugo. 2013
*The Library Edition does not include the LEGO® Minifigure.Celebrate the epic journey of the LEGO® minifigure. Enter the world of minifigures…
with this fully updated edition. The first minifigure was created in 1978, and today the entire minifigure population could circle the globe more than five times!Starring more than 2,000 of the most popular and rarest minifigures from the LEGO® Minifigure Series and themes including LEGO® NINJAGO®, THE LEGO® MOVIE™, LEGO® Star Wars™, LEGO® City, LEGO® Harry Potter™, and many more.From astronauts and vampires to Super Heroes and movie characters, feast your eyes on the most awesome minifigures of every decade!©2020 The LEGO Group.An all-encompassing baking book for kids aged 9-12 filled with over 150 recipes from simple cookies to creative cakes!Want a…
baking book filled with mouth-watering recipes that you will actually want to bake? Then this creative cookbook may be what you&’re looking for. Perfect for young bakers aged 9-12, whether you&’re a baking novice or you can ice cupcakes in your sleep, this is a baking book that teaches you the basics as well as challenges you to flex your bread-kneading, meringue-whipping muscles and try out a more technical bake. Celebrate your child&’s creativity as they explore: - Over 150 delicious sweet and savoury recipes to try out - The recipes are written simply and clearly and require readily available ingredients.- Clear and simple photographs for all the step-by-step instructions.- Advice on colours and decorations that complement and finish off all of the baked items.- Advice on how to best present and show off baked goods.By working your way up the levels from basic bread to sophisticated celebration cakes, you&’ll become a more confident baker and will soon be creating inspired baked goods like those seen on TV cooking competition programmes, in vlogger&’s videos, and in baking blogs online. With more than 150 delicious sweet and savoury recipes to try out, you will quickly be able to perfect classic cakes, create pastries from scratch, make biscuits, cheesecakes, macarons, and much more. Be proud of what you produce and get snapping, sharing, and uploading photos faster than the egg timer&’s ping! DK&’s Bake It is stylish, easy-to-follow, and so on trend!This kid&’s baking book covers the latest cooking trends, from pinata cakes and edible flowers to drizzle icing and painted cake. Budding young bakers can explore a plethora of mouth-watering recipes including cookies, bread, pies, tarts, meringues and so much more. Also featuring a handful of no-bake recipes as well as variations on traditional recipes, there is truly something for every child to explore, indulge and enjoy! A must-have baking cookbook for children aged 9-12 years with a love for cooking, who are looking to take their baking skills to the next level, Bake It is the ideal volume to try and test out over a hundred riveting recipes, accompanied by beautiful photographs of the baked items that is sure to engage and inspire budding young chefs.Stephen Biesty's Cross-Sections Castle (DK Stephen Biesty Cross-Sections)
Par Richard Platt. 2019
History comes alive in this incredible children's illustrated book about castles.Slicing through different areas of a medieval fortress, extraordinary views…
reveal the people busy inside, preparing for battle as an enemy army approaches. Packed with facts, you'll find out what it takes to build a massive 14th-century castle, dress a knight in armor, or prepare a feast fit for a king or queen. From the drawbridge to the dungeon, Cross-Sections Castle swarms with the people who keep the castle going--the workers, craftsmen, and servants. And, as you pore over every page, look out for the villainous spy. Is he in the well... the keep... the moat? No? Keep looking, he's there somewhere!Back in print after 20 years, you can now cheer on jousters, be entertained by a troubadour, and witness the gory details of a traitor's demise. This unique illustrated book for kids is not just the story of a castle; it brings medieval history to life.Stephen Biesty's Incredible Cross Sections of Everything (DK Stephen Biesty Cross-Sections)
Par Richard Platt. 2020
How many rivets and bolts hold the wings of a Boeing 777 plane together? Why does an astronaut's spacesuit have…
a layer of liquid-cooled underwear? Who puts the jam in doughnuts?Find out the answers to these questions and much, much more in Stephen Biesty's Incredible Cross-Sections of Everything. His intricate artwork will have children and adults alike poring over every detail, whether it's following the production line of a factory making newspapers or exploring the insides of the Saturn V rocket. Taking you through every stage of each process is Chester the Tester, a character who helps explain how things are made, along with his sidekick Hector the Inspector.Written with humor and fascinating facts to guide you through the illustrations, this book is a glorious way to learn about the world around you.First published 25 years ago, Stephen Biesty's Incredible Cross-Sections series has been updated for the silver anniversary, bringing delight to a whole new generation of curious young readers.Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary
Par Pablo Hidalgo. 2015
Explore the characters, Droids™, aliens, and creatures of the latest chapter in the Star Wars™ saga in this definitive guide…
to Star Wars: The Force Awakens™.Written by Lucasfilm insider Pablo Hidalgo, Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary offers an inside look into the film; and pop culture website i09 says the book "gives fascinating insight into the world behind the movie."Named a Young Adult Library Services Association (YALSA) Quick Pick for Reluctant Young Adult Readers, the book's beautiful photography and authoritative text will also appeal to adult fans.Learn the names and explanations behind all the details of costumes, weapons, and accessories and discover the dark origins of Kylo Ren. Including three exclusive, specially-commissioned cutaway models produced by Industrial Light & Magic model maker John Goodson, Star Wars: The Force Awakens The Visual Dictionary is the perfect addition to any fan's bookshelf.© & TM 2016 LUCASFILM LTD. Used Under Authorization.