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Adapted for younger readers from Born a Crime: And Other Stories-
the #1 South African and New York Times bestseller
‘If my mother had one goal, it was to free my mind. My mother spoke to me like an adult. She was big into Psalms. I had to read Psalms every day. She would quiz me on it. “What does the passage mean? What does it mean to you? How do you apply it to your life:” That was every day of my life. My mom did what the school didn’t. She taught me how to think.
In Born a Crime, Trevor Noah shares his remarkable story of growing up in South Africa with a black South African mother and a white European father at a time when it was against the law for a mixed-race child to exist. But he did exist and from the beginning, the often-misbehaved Trevor used his quick wits and humour to navigate a harsh life.
This edition of Trevor’s fascinating memoir blends drama, comedy and tragedy to depict the day-to-day trials that turned a mischievous young boy into a restless young man. Against all the odds, and supported his mom’s unwavering love and indomitable will, Trevor overcame many obstacles and created a promising future for himself.
Born a Crime provides a fascinating and honest perspective on South Africa’s racial history and it will also inspire readers looking to improve their own lives.
TREVOR NOAH is a much-loved South African comedian, who is currently the host of The Daily Show.
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Art Snap
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Sarah Hull; Illustrated by Various
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Match famous paintings in this beautifully illustrated card game for young children. There are 52 snap cards (13 matching sets of 4), with labelled pictures showing pictures by artists including Rousseau, Renoir, Monet and Van Gogh. Published in association with The National Gallery, with links to websites for more information about each painting.
What happens when Cinderella wears shoes she's made from recycled
materials to the ball? Tap into students' sense of humor with five
lively plays that take the plots, characters, and settings of
traditional fairy tales and turn them on their heads! Includes
character parts written at a variety of reading levels, book links,
and writing activities that help students build on traditional
fairy tale structures and write in different genres. For use with
Grades 3-5.
This all-new board book primer - from the multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series - introduces the
youngest dreamers to the world's best-loved artists. In this board
book compilation of the most fantastic artists from the series,
suitable for the youngest readers, introduce your baby to Andy
Warhol, Vivienne Westwood, Frida Kahlo, Coco Chanel, Louise
Bourgeois, Pablo Picasso, David Bowie, and Jean-Michel Basquiat.
Each spread shows the young artists with their earliest works, in
images that can inspire even the youngest of children to create and
express themselves. Colourful, captivating illustrations are paired
with age-appropriate text that is fun to read out loud to baby when
snuggled up together! Artists is the perfect first art history
primer for babies and toddlers. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a
bestselling series of books and educational games that explore the
lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to
scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things,
yet each began life as a child with a dream. This empowering series
offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of
formats. The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for
reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardback versions present
expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you
to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning
cards, matching games and other fun learning tools provide even
more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to
children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who
will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the
incredible life of David Hockney, the inspirational British artist.
Little David loved to draw and looked at the world in his own
unique way. He always knew what his path in life would be... he
would be an artist! He went to art school and worked day and night
to hone his drawing skills. He sold his first painting as a
student, and in just five years he had a sell-out solo show of his
work. When he moved from the UK to sunny California, he became
known for creating bright, bold paintings. From the Grand Canyon to
the Yorkshire hills of home, David painted fantastic landscapes,
including one made of 50 canvases all stitched together. An artist
who delights in constantly reinventing himself, to this day David
is eager to share his colourful work, and himself, with the whole
world. This inspiring book features stylish and quirky
illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical
timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the
incredible young poet and activist's life so far. Little People,
BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games
that explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and
artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved
incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all
ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple
sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The
hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers.
Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by
theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun
learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these
role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of
outstanding people who will change the world with Little People,
BIG DREAMS!
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Frida Kahlo, Volume 2
(Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Gee Fan Eng
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In this international bestseller from the critically acclaimed
Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of Frida Kahlo,
the world-renowned painter. When Frida was a teenager, a terrible
road accident changed her life forever. Unable to walk, she began
painting from her bed. Her self-portraits, which show her pain and
grief, but also her passion for life and instinct for survival,
have made her one of the most famous artists of the twentieth
century. This moving book features stylish and quirky illustrations
and extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with
historical photos and a detailed profile of the artist's life.
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and
educational games that explore the lives of outstanding people,
from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them
achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a
dream. This empowering series offers inspiring messages to children
of all ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in
simple sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers.
The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning
readers. Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the
books by theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and
other fun learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives
of these role models accessible to children. Inspire the next
generation of outstanding people who will change the world with
Little People, BIG DREAMS!
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Draw Squad
(Paperback)
Mark Kistler
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As "Commander Mark" on his national PBS TV series The Secret City, Mark Kistler has taught 10 million viewers of all ages how to draw. Mark Kistler's Draw Squad gathers all his zany, effective shortcuts to basic drawing skills into a book that will delight would be artists of all ages. Like his TV show, the thirty lessons in this book are peppered with jokes, tips, and slogans, and organized in easy-to-follow steps. "Warm-up" exercises generate enthusiasm; the "Key Drawing Words" develop specific skills; practice pages are provided for hands-on participation; and the Commander's own lively sketches and "contests" invite you to add your own creative touches. His bubbling energy, flashes of whimsy, and talent as a teacher make learning to draw fun and easy -- even for those who swear they can't draw a straight line!
Elke jong kind droom daarvan om te verf en om sy eie werk uit te
stal. Maar die kind moet in die eerste paar stappe aangemoedig word
deur ’n goeie resultaat met min moeite te verkry. Elke
geperforeerde bladsy is dadelik gereed om uitgestal te word. Al wat
nodig is, is om met die vingers, ’n oorpluisie of kwassie oor die
prente te verf met water. Die stewige papier sal die klein
hoeveelheid water wat benodig word, goed absorbeer en die kleure
sal helder en lewendig vertoon. Boonop sal die eenvoudige
illustrasies die kind inspireer om die werk te kopieer en sy eie,
unieke kunswerke te skep. Alle verf is veilige, groentegebaseeerde
kleure.
In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Pablo Picasso, one of the world's greatest artists in the 20th
century. Little Pablo grew up in an artistic household and after
drawing his first painting at nine years old. His dad was an art
teacher and helped grow his son's talent, teaching him to use oil
paints. He moved first to Barcelona and then to France, where he
achieved significant success, and went on to becoming one of the
most influential artists of the 20th century. His artistic style
inspired many movements in art, music and literature, which we
still see today. This powerful book features stylish and quirky
illustrations and extra facts at the back, including a biographical
timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the Pablo
Picasso's life. Little People, BIG DREAMS is a best-selling series
of books and educational games that explore the lives of
outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and
activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began
life as a child with a dream. This empowering series offers
inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats.
The board books are told in simple sentences, perfect for reading
aloud to babies and toddlers. The hardcover versions present
expanded stories for beginning readers. Boxed gift sets allow you
to collect a selection of the books by theme. Paper dolls, learning
cards, matching games, and other fun learning tools provide even
more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to
children. Inspire the next generation of outstanding people who
will change the world with Little People, BIG DREAMS!
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Iris Apfel, Volume 64
(Hardcover)
Maria Isabel Sanchez Vegara; Illustrated by Kristen Barnhart
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy
bestselling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the life of
Iris Apfel, the vivacious (and accidental) fashion icon. Growing up
in Queens, New York, little Iris was the only child at family
events. Her grandmother would open a giant bag of fabric, filled
with every colour and pattern, and let her play with fabric scraps.
This inspired a lifelong love of fashion. Famous for her eclectic
style, built around oversized glasses, bright colours and bold
jewellery, Iris was the subject of an exhibit at the Metropolitan
Museum of Art when she was just 84 years young. This inspiring book
features stylish and quirky illustrations and extra facts at the
back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and
a detailed profile of the style icon's life. Little People, BIG
DREAMS is a bestselling series of books and educational games that
explore the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists
to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible
things, yet each began life as a child with a dream. This
empowering series offers inspiring messages to children of all
ages, in a range of formats. The board books are told in simple
sentences, perfect for reading aloud to babies and toddlers. The
hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers.
Boxed gift sets allow you to collect a selection of the books by
theme. Paper dolls, learning cards, matching games and other fun
learning tools provide even more ways to make the lives of these
role models accessible to children. Inspire the next generation of
outstanding people who will change the world with Little People,
BIG DREAMS!
'A thrilling journey into a magical world packed with Rob's
brilliant humour.' - David Walliams Superstar, author and
illustrator Rob Biddulph dazzles in Peanut Jones and the
Illustrated City, the first title in an adventure series for boys
and girls of 8+. This exciting, funny, middle-grade debut is from
the bestselling creative genius behind #DrawWithRob and is
illustrated in black and white throughout. Some legends are born,
some are drawn . . . Drawing feels like magic to Peanut Jones. But
art can't fix her problems. Her dad has gone missing, and she's
stuck in a boring new school. Until the day she finds a unique
pencil turbo-charged with special powers. Suddenly she's pulled
into a world packed with more colour, creativity, excitement and
danger than she could ever have imagined. And maybe, just maybe,
she might find out what happened to her dad. 'Peanut Jones is
AWESOME. I loved this book from start to finish - the story is
packed with twists and turns, and Rob's illustrations are full of
wit and warmth . . . I need to know what happens next!' - Nadia
Shireen 'A vividly illustrated, immersive romp that will leave
readers desperate for the next instalment' - Guardian 'A wildly
imaginative, big-hearted celebration of creativity' - Anna James,
bestselling author of the Pages & Co series 'Look at this utter
beauty . . . This book is EPIC' - Laura Ellen Anderson, bestselling
author of Amelia Fang
In February 2017, Rochelle Riley was reading Twitter posts and came
across a series of black-and-white photos of four-year-old Lola
dressed up as different African American women who had made
history. Rochelle was immediately smitten. She was so proud to see
this little girl so powerfully honor the struggle and achievement
of women several decades her senior. Rochelle reached out to Lola's
mom, Cristi Smith-Jones, and asked to pair her writing with
Smith-Jones's incredible photographs for a book. The goal? To teach
children on the cusp of puberty that they could be anything they
aspired to be, that every famous person was once a child who, in
some cases, overcame great obstacles to achieve. That They Lived:
African Americans Who Changed the World features Riley's grandson,
Caleb, and Lola photographed in timeless black and white, dressed
as important individuals such as business owners, educators, civil
rights leaders, and artists, alongside detailed biographies that
begin with the figures as young children who had the same
ambitions, fears, strengths, and obstacles facing them that readers
today may still experience. Muhammad Ali's bike was stolen when he
was twelve years old and the police officer he reported the crime
to suggested he learn how to fight before he caught up with the
thief. Bessie Coleman, the first African American female aviator,
collected and washed her neighbors' dirty laundry so she could
raise enough money for college. When Duke Ellington was seven years
old, he preferred playing baseball to attending the piano lessons
his mom had arranged. That They Lived fills in gaps in the history
that American children have been taught for generations. For
African American children, it will prove that they are more than
descendants of the enslaved. For all children, it will show that
every child can achieve great things and work together to make the
world a better place for all. That They Lived was made possible
through a grant provided by the Community Foundation for Southeast
Michigan.
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