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Books > Children's & Educational > The arts > Performing arts > Films, cinema
This friendly, fun biography series focuses on the traits that made
our heroes great - the traits that kids can aspire to in order to
live heroically themselves. Each book tells the story of one of
America's icons in a lively, conversational way that works well for
the youngest nonfiction readers and that always includes the hero's
childhood influences. At the back are an excellent timeline and
photos. This volume features Walt Disney, who makes dreams come
true for himself and countless kids around the world.
The perfect book for fans of My Little Pony!
Enter Twilight Sparkle's School of Friendship and embark on adventures with your favourite ponies. Discover your pony name and cutie mark, fill in your own dream diary with Princess Luna and plan best friend days with Starlight Glimmer. This journal is filled with fun, fillies and friendship, making it the perfect companion for everypony!
In the land of Equestria, the Mane 6 embark upon adventures together with Ponies, Hippogriffs, Dragons and many other creatures. Whether battling villains, helping friends in need or throwing a really good party, Twilight Sparkle and friends are always on hand to share love, magic, kindness and friendship.
The second completely original tie-in novel to the hit NETFLIX
show. When Archie, Betty, Veronica and Jughead take a road trip,
they discover that their small-town problems seem to follow them
wherever they go... The gang heads out for an epic road trip to
Chicago to visit Archie's mom. When Archie's too busy daydreaming
to drive, Veronica takes the driver's seat - naturally. Betty wants
to see the important sights, and Jughead just wants to find the
best diners. They're all so preoccupied that they almost miss the
red pickup truck that seems to be everywhere they are... Could it
be a coincidence or could the troubles of Riverdale have followed
them across state lines? Other titles in the series include:
Riverdale: The Day Before Also available - The Riverdale Student
Handbook
Follow the exciting adventures of Rey, Finn and Rose in the highly anticipated new film, Star Wars: The Last Jedi™! This 48-page book is aimed at helping young readers develop their reading skills, and will introduce them to brand new heroes, villains, vehicles and locations, as well as featuring children's much-loved favourite characters.
The Divergent series is delighting the world with its epic of Tris
and Four struggling through revolutions to create a better world.
But there are deeper meanings and symbols beneath the surface. Why
is it fitting that teens numbered three and four should remake the
world? How many Biblical references appear? Why are ravens and
crows such popular symbols? And what themes and images does this
series share with The Hunger Games and all the other dystopias,
past and present? Today's groundbreaking studies in brain chemistry
and psychology tests merge with a frightening future in the
recognizable ruins of Chicago. As Tris becomes a warrior woman on
the classic heroine's journey, she discovers the deeper truths of
the five Factions, and in so doing, the deeper truths of herself.
What these truths are, clever fans can discover through close
analysis of the trilogy.
Something strange was afoot. In fact, feet is where this story
begins. Bogey is determined to be crowned Carpet Slipper Champion
but someone or something has other ideas. Who is stealing slippers
in the dead of night? Where are people disappearing too? And can
Smell's new found powers save Fluff from certain doom? Bogey's
questions will only be answered if he dares to follow those
slippers.
Car-mad Richard Hammond worked in radio before that all important
audition for Top Gear. Alongside Jeremy Clarkson and James May,
Richard Hammond presents Top Gear, the number one show for anyone
interested in cars. Travelling all over the world, taking part in
challenges and reviewing the latest motors Richard Hammond seems to
have the dream job. But there is more to him that just cars. Here
readers get a close-up view of Hammond and his career; with
interesting facts, fun trivia and quotes.
Enter the world of the planet's most feared super-villains! Meet
your favourite LEGO (R) DC baddies. Follow The Joker, Two-Face and
Riddler as they cause trouble for Batman and Robin. Learn about
their weapons and vehicles. Engaging topics and fun, interactive
pages build reading skills in this Level 2 Reader - just right for
children who are beginning to read on their own. A fun quiz at the
end of the book helps to develop reading comprehension skills. Each
title in the DK Readers series is developed in consultation with
leading literacy experts to help children build a lifelong love of
reading. (c)2013 The LEGO Group.
A new edition of the ultimate and most essential guide to Doctor
Who, now updated to include all thirteen incarnations of the Doctor
and covering all her newest adventures from Series 11. With
fascinating facts from all of space and time, as well as
information on the Doctor's helpful companions and fearsome foes,
this book will tell all about the Doctor's TARDIS, her
regenerations, and much, much more!
The first "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" movie opened in March 2010, and
earned over $75 million worldwide. With "The Wimpy Kid Movie
Diary," author Kinney shared his Hollywood experience. Now, in this
revised and expanded edition, Kinney fills in the rest of the
moviemaking process with more inside stories, new artwork, and
exclusive images. Also included is a special sneak peek at "Rodrick
Rules," the new movie releasing in March 2011.
Welcome to Paradise. Otherwise known as Laguna Beach. You've seen
the backstabbing, betrayal, and small-town gossip set against the
wealthy beachside paradise that is Laguna Beach, California. You've
seen hook-ups, break-ups, screw-ups and make-ups -- and all just
during two years of school. Now find out what life was like for the
stars of Laguna Beach: The Real Orange County before the hit MTV
series. Think you know Kristin, Talan, Stephen, Taylor, LC, and
their friends? Think again. You'll find out: How and when Stephen
and LC hooked up and the "drama" that followed How Stephen and
Kristin started dating Why Trey got interested in activism and
politics How Lo learns that it's better to go to a party in Laguna
Beach than to give one Talan's life as a pre-teen football star
Taylor and Alex M.'s early fights over boys What their lives were
like growing up What they all thought of each other when they first
met, how their friendships formed, and more Packed with tons of
exclusive material from embarrassing baby photos to first-kiss
stories, here is everything you ever wanted to know about Laguna
Beach's teen royalty.
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Where Is Hollywood?
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Dina Anastasio, Who Hq; Illustrated by Tim Foley
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Developed in the 1880s by Mid Westerners looking for a sunny winter
getaway, Hollywood was a small housing development outside
still-small Los Angeles. But everything changed in the early 1900s
when filmmakers from New York flocked to the area, where they could
make movies without having to pay Thomas Edison's patent fee. It
didn't hurt that the weather was perfect, too. Readers will take a
journey from the Golden Age of Hollywood to the present-day film
industry, learning all about what turned lush farmland into
Tinseltown.
For younger readers, this storybook offers a first tast of Lyra's
incredible world as depicted in the movie. The book sets the scene
of the story, and highlights key sequences with fantastic movie
images and clear, simple text.
An unknown man arrives in the windswept town of Paternoster on the
South African West Coast. Granted amnesty for crimes committed in
the apartheid past, ex-cop Tertius Coetzee still feels shackled by
the weight of his sins. His quest for relief plunges the family of
one of his victims into a whirlpool of emotion, and sets off a tale
of betrayal, revenge, resolution and forgiveness...
Uncover the secrets behind the first Alex Rider movie,
"Stormbreaker", with this fascinating behind-the-scenes guide.
Crammed with photographic stills from the film, character dossiers,
behind-the-scenes gossip, comparisons of the book and script,
insider information on the movie-makers and an insight into the
mind-blowing special effects, this will grip Alex Rider fans and
newcomers alike.
Zoe Saldana captivated audiences as Marvel's Gamora. With
compelling images, fun facts, and an Inside Hollywood special
feature, this book provides an engaging overview of Saldana's life,
acting career, and experience playing Gamora.
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