Meet more than 350 incredible clones, Jedi, droids, bounty hunters and a host of other characters from Star Wars: The Clone Wars. What is the Bad Batch? Who inducted Ahsoka Tano into the Jedi Order? Where does General Grievous keep a secret lair? Why does Captain Rex mutiny against his Jedi General on Umbara? To learn the answers to these questions and more, look no further than Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Character Encyclopedia - Join the Battle! Written by Star Wars expert Jason Fry, this illustrated encyclopedia features more than 350 incredible characters and teams, including Anakin Skywalker, Maul, Bo-Katan Kryze, and Clone Force 99. Perfect for fans of all ages, Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Character Encyclopedia - Join the Battle! will enthrall readers for hours on end. (c) & (TM) 2021 Lucasfilm Ltd.

#1 New York Times bestselling Who HQ series brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. Grab your golden ticket and learn how Willy Wonka became an internationally popular figure in literature and film. The whimsical, wacky, and wondrous character of Willy Wonka made his first appearance in Roald Dahl's 1964 children's novel Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. When the fictional factory owner opened up the doors of his company, readers were welcomed into his world of pure imagination...and chocolate! Wonka went on to dazzle a whole new set of fans in the 1971 film that brought Dahl's characters to life. Since then, there have been other movie adaptations, books, musicals, and even theme park rides that bring the world just a little bit closer to this fantastic chocolatier. Learn about the legacy of Wonka in this new book from the #1 New York Times bestselling series.

Celebrate Spidey's 60th Anniversary with this new edition Character Encyclopedia! Spider-Man is one of the world's best-loved and most recognised super heroes, the spectacular star of the comic books. Released to coincide with Spidey's 60th anniversary in 2022, the Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition profiles more than 200 timeless Spidey characters in alphabetical order. Packed with original Marvel artwork and fascinating info, it's the perfect introduction to the web-slinger's amazing world. Featuring: - Vibrant original comic book artwork. - Each character gets a single page and every profile includes an overview and amazing facts and stats. - Key info about iconic heroes and villains, and their adventures in the Marvel Comics universe is contained in small, easily-read captions, ideal for younger readers. - Data files include key character info such as strength, speed, and fighting skill. Marvel Spider-Man Character Encyclopedia New Edition is a must-have volume for fans of Marvel characters from the comics, including younger fans who might be intimidated by larger, more complex Marvel titles.

Elmo shares mindfulness tips to help his Sesame Street friends--and preschoolers everywhere--stay calm and focused. Just like kids everywhere, Elmo, Grover, Cookie Monster, and their Sesame Street friends sometimes have trouble controlling their emotions. This board book offers thoughtful suggestions as to what to do when you're scared, angry, frustrated, upset, and overwhelmed. Young children can learn simple techniques to stay calm and focused such as belly breathing, counting to 10, hugging yourself, and using a glitter jar. This oversized board book, filled with color photographs and illustrations of Elmo and the other Sesame Street muppets, is a perfect format for parents and caretakers to read with their children. Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit educational organization behind Sesame Street, aims to help kids grow smarter, stronger, and kinder through its many unique domestic and international initiatives. These projects cover a wide array of topics for families around the world.

This work looks at classic French films, from the 1930s to the 1990s, providing detailed analyses of 22 major landmarks in French cinema. Embracing classic thrillers such as Renoir's "Le Crime de Monsieur Lange", popular comedies like "Les Vacances de Monsieur Hulot" , or New Wave masterpieces like Godard's "A Bout de Souffle", contributors employ a variety of methods of textual analysis to investigate the different ways in which these and other films textually inscribe and rework a variety of other cultural and historical texts. Approaching from a variety of disciplines - history, literary studies, semiotics, psychoanalysis - contributors examine films within the context of French film and literature, Hollywood, and the profound changes in French society taking place through the twentieth century. This revised second edition includes: new studies of controversial classics such as Jean-Pierre Melville's "Le Samourai" and Betrand Blier's "Les Valseuses"; articles on acclaimed 90s films "Nikita", "Cyrano de Bergerac", and "La Haine"; and a fully revised introduction and bibliography.

Delve deeper into the world of Oz in this collection of books four through six in L. Frank Baum's classic American fairy tale series.
The fourth, fifth, and sixth titles of the iconic Oz series, now in one collection
In "Dorothy and the Wizard in Oz, " Dorothy and the Wizard visit the center of the Earth, where people are vegetables, glass houses grow, and Oz characters reappear. Eventually they return to the Emerald City--but will they stay?
In "The Road to Oz, " Dorothy sets out on another adventure with some new friends like the Shaggy Man, Button-Bright, and Polychrome, and some old ones like the Scarecrow and the Tin Woodman. Will they reach the Emerald City in time for Ozma's birthday?
In "The Emerald City of Oz, " Dorothy, her Uncle Henry, and Aunt Em are going to live in the Emerald City. They set out of explore the land of Oz with the help of Dorothy's friends, but must rush home again when they discover that the Nome King is busy gathering an army for an invasion of Oz. Will they be able to stop the invasion?

Based on the hit Netflix show from the head writer of Avatar: The Last Airbender, this humorous, in-world notebook has everything a fan needs to know about the magical world of The Dragon Prince! Callum won't inherit the throne of Katolis like his little brother Ezran, and he prefers drawing in his sketchbook to wielding a sword. His biggest dream, though, is learning the secrets of Xadia's primal source magic. That's where this sketchbook-turned-spellbook comes in. These pages hold Callum's notes and drawings of his friends, enemies, dragons, elves, other creatures of Xadia, and most importantly, everything he knows - or seeks to know - about primal source magic. His friends Ezran, Rayla, Claudia and Soren have added some of their own notes, too. Features original concept art not found anywhere else; a must-have for any fan of the show!

Visit the busy town of Adventure Bay--home to Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol--in this all-new hardcover storybook! Join Chase, Marshall, Skye, and the rest of the pups from Nickelodeon's PAW Patrol for a tour of the town of Adventure Bay. Girls and boys ages 3 to 7 will enjoy this full-color hardcover storybook that takes them to the airport, the hospital, a movie set, and many other pup-tacular places from the hit TV show.

Miles Morales is a new Spider-Man Super Hero with awesome super powers and lots to learn. This sticker book contains more than 100 colorful, exciting stickers and facts about the heroes, villains, allies and adventures of Marvel's latest Spider-Man from the new movie Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse. DK's book is packed with bright stickers and fun and informative captions - a must-have book for any Spider-Man fan or Super Hero in the making. Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse was winner of Best Animated Motion Picture at the 76th Annual Golden Globe Awards 2019. (c) 2018 MARVEL (c) SPA & CPII

A guide to some of the most important characters in the Kingdom Hearts series. Includes fold-out poster! From Sora and Xehanort to Donald, Goofy, King Mickey, and a wide variety of other characters, this handbook provides an overview on some of the most iconic characters in this incredible gaming franchise. Plus, it comes with a fold-out poster! It's a must-have for fans of the Kingdom Hearts series.

A feast of fun facts about the heroes and villains of the Marvel Comics Universe. How many lives has Spider-Man saved? How does Hulk floor foes without touching them? What keeps Wolverine looking young? How did a frog gain Thor's superpowers? Marvel fans of all ages will find plenty of incredible info and uncanny trivia to astonish, intrigue and entertain in Marvel Absolutely Everything You Need to Know! It's packed with handy facts, quotes, bizarre-but-true tales and quirky insights into your favourite Marvel characters. Discover their most heroic achievements, their most dastardly deeds, their craziest adventures - and also their worst disasters! (c) 2016 MARVEL

Who better than Elmo and his Sesame Street friends to teach us that though we may all look different on the outside-deep down, we are all very much alike? Elmo and his Sesame Street friends help teach toddlers and the adults in their lives that everyone is the same on the inside, and it's our differences that make this wonderful world, which is home to us all, an interesting-and special-place. This enduring, colorful, and charmingly illustrated book offers an easy, enjoyable way to learn about differences-and what truly matters. We're Different, We're the Same is an engaging read for toddlers and adults alike that reinforces how we all have the same needs, desires, and feelings.

The Essential Film Companion for ALBUS DUMBLEDORE! Albus Dumbledore founded the Order of the Phoenix, guided Harry Potter through his hunt for Horcruxes, and was known as the only wizard the Dark Lord, Voldemort, ever feared. This treasured collection of photographs, quotes and memories from all eight HARRY POTTER films celebrates the moments that made Professor Albus Dumbledore an extraordinary wizard and one of the greatest headmasters ever to teach at Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.

Who is the evilest one of all? Find out in this illustrated anthology of the most notorious Disney villains and their sidekicks. Are you ready to dive into a realm of cold-heartedness, cruelty and malevolence? Things are about to get very, very dark... This wicked collection features Disney's most notorious villains, from Maleficent and the Evil Queen to Gaston and Jafar. You'll discover each villain's motivation, whether that be ambition, revenge, greed, a love of trickery or, in some cases, a nature that is simply evil. You'll also learn about the wicked deeds each one is responsible for and the fate that ultimately awaits them. You'll find a quiz at the very end, so you can find out which Disney Villain you are. Fully illustrated throughout with deliciously evil artwork, this anthology is a must-have for Disney fans who aren't afraid to explore the dark side.

Who HQ brings you the stories behind the most beloved characters of our time. If you're a fan of Acme anvils and know that the question "What's up, Doc?" needs no answer, this history of the cartoon favorites Looney Tunes is for you! In the 1930s, Warner Brothers studios introduced the world to the Looney Tunes. A witty rabbit named Bugs, a stuttering pig named Porky, and an erratic duck named Daffy are just some of the characters that have left audiences hysterically laughing for almost a century. These animated short films, starring some of the most iconic cartoon characters in history, went on to have a second, long life on television. In this book, author Steve Korte details how these toons were imagined, which talented folks were tasked with animating and voicing them, the success the shows and films have garnered over the years, and what lies ahead for Bugs and the gang.