This magnificently illustrated box set explores the four most popular art mediums and techniques. How to Paint with Watercolours discusses brushwork, texturing, line and wash, and masking; How to Paint with Oils & Acrylics deals with mixing paints, knife painting, underpainting and glazing; How to Learn the Art of Drawing explains how to work in monochrome, how to draw with pencils, and the mechanics of drawing; and How to Draw with Pastels shows how to mix pastels, use charcoal, lay a textured ground, and how to create sgraffito effects. Together, the four volumes provide an invaluable practical reference for any amateur artist keen to improve their skills.

An illustrated survey of 100 modern and contemporary gardens from all over the world, arranged in chronological order for a general readership. The selection includes non-traditional gardens by leading practitioners from the early 1920s onwards and includes the very latest creations by today's designers. Each entry features a full-page image and a concise text detailing the garden's historical and stylistic importance and that of its designer or maker.

Where do diamonds come from? What makes gems sparkle? How did Mount Everest and the Grand Canyon form? Find answers to these questions and many more in this rockin' reference book. Welcome to the amazing world of rocks and minerals! Let's start at the very beginning, with an introduction to the origin of our rocky planet, then move on to explore the world of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks. You'll discover how they form, what makes them unique, and most importantly, how to identify them in your own garden. Complete with the origin and description of some of the most important rock-forming minerals, readers will discover how some of the most beautiful and precious stones on the planet are created by the Earth itself. Each chapter includes dozens of profiles of amazing rocks and minerals, fun facts, sidebars, photo galleries, and more. At the end of the book readers will get to meet a real geologist and learn just what it's like to dig in the dirt for a living. Thematic spreads cover topics such as birthstones, cool crystals, digging for diamonds, and more. And, of course, amazing photography and colourful graphics add visual awe to the lively text. Fans of other National Geographic Kids Ultimate "pedias" in the same series-Dinopedia, Bugopedia, Reptileopedia, Oceanpedia, Predatorpedia, and Weatherpedia-will want to add Ultimate Rockopedia to their must-have list.

Discover why millions rely on the #1 New York Times best-selling Medical Medium for health answers and natural healing protocols they can’t find anywhere else to over 100 symptoms, nervous system diseases, and disorders.

The first of two essential books, in full color and over 600 pages, about our most complex organ―the BRAIN―dives deep into why people all over the world are suffering with mental health and brain-related symptoms and conditions, and explains what to do to finally heal.

“After years of doctors being unable to diagnose, identify, or pinpoint our child’s gastrointestinal issues, Anthony’s expertise and intuition led us to not only identifying the issue, but more importantly, Anthony’s precise protocols have been the invaluable catalyst in our daughter’s healing, recovery, and her happiness...” ― Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson and Lauren Hashian

WITH ALL THE ADVANCED BRAIN RESEARCH TODAY, WHY IS THERE SUCH A PREVALENCE OF:

· Addiction
· ADHD
· ALS
· Alzheimer’s
· Anxiety
· Autism
· Bipolar Disorder
· Brain Fog
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As you search for lasting pain relief, it’s easy to become lost and blame yourself, wondering what you did wrong. Answer: you’re not the problem.

In this beautifully produced book, artist and teacher David Webb shares his expertise to provide comprehensive guidance for anyone painting in watercolour, from beginners up. How-to techniques are at the heart of the book and feature detailed explanations and demonstrations that will get you progressing fast, with a real understanding of the medium. Included in this section are 'Help!' panels that focus on what can go wrong: the typical mistakes made and how you can avoid them. Readers will also discover the widest possible range of watercolour techniques thanks to our team of internationally recognised guest artists, who will be revealing some of their painting secrets in a series of 'life lessons' - how they appear to get the paint to really glow and their paintings to spring into life.

This brilliantly bonkers book takes a sideways look at all that is wild, wonderful and downright weird about science, including sections on animals, plants and the human body. Find out what made the loudest sound ever heard, why spiders do cartwheels and what happens inside your ...

This third book of the collected edition contains volumes 6 to 8: Ambassador of the Shadows - the story that directly inspired Luc Besson's film - On the False Earths and Heroes of the Equinox. Over the course of these titles, among the finest in the series, Laureline takes her rightful place as the brains of the outfit, while Valerian fully embraces his role as anti-hero: always brave, but often a bit out of his depth. You will also find the end of the interview with Luc Besson and the authors, and an in-depth portrait of Jean-Claude Mezieres, the artist.

Prepare to laugh, big time! With Lincoln Peirce's Big Nate Big Six-Book Set. Big Nate thinks he is destined for greatness, even if he's always in trouble! Check him out in his biggest box set ever with 6 books of Big Nate adventures to get you laughing. This collection is perfect for children aged 9+ interested in funny books and is ideal for fans of David Walliams and Wimpy Kid.

Wildlife veterinarian and super-fashionista Dr. Gabby Wild takes young readers on a journey around the world to discover amazing animals and how to care for them. Travel the continents to meet some of Earth's most incredible critters through the eyes of a windblown, adventurous wildlife veterinarian. Join Dr. Gabby Wild as she performs dental work on a jaguar, teaches a baby bird to fend for itself, and gives a chimp a check-up. Learn about animal anatomy and behaviors, diets, families, and the dangers they face in the wild. Get up close-and we do mean CLOSE-to more than 80 animals that are both familiar and not so familiar, including regal lions, playful pandas, fearsome Gila monters, and creepy tarantulas. Examine world maps to learn about amphibians, wild cats, and primates across the globe. Read about some special human-animal relationships as well as challenges that arise when they share a habitat. Then learn how people are working to save and protect endangered species. And for your final thrill, find out how YOU can become a wildlife vet, too!

Deep dive into the full story of Marvel Comics in a single, beautifully illustrated volume. Created in full collaboration with Marvel, this fan-favourite title, last published in 2017, now covers more than 80 years of Marvel history, from the company's first incarnation as Timely Comics to the multimedia giant it is today. Packed with artwork from the original comics, this chronological account traces the careers of Marvel Super Heroes such as The Avengers, Spider-Man, Black Panther, Iron Man, Black Widow, and Guardians of the Galaxy, and the writers and artists who developed them. It also charts the real-life events that shaped the times and details Marvel landmarks in publishing, movies, and TV. Explore the pages of this magnificent Marvel book to discover: - Timeless art from the original comic books on every page that brings the text vividly to life. - Easy to navigate, chronological presentation of key events, plus an extensive index. - Written by leading Marvel historians: Tom DeFalco, Peter Sanderson, Tom Brevoort, Matthew K. Manning, and Stephen (Win) Wiacek. This latest edition to DK's best-selling encyclopedic Marvel publications offers an unparalleled breadth and depth of information about the company and its vast creations, bringing the Marvel story fully up-to-date with information on all the company's achievements. The format is accessible and easy-to-navigate, showcasing chronological presentations of Marvel milestones alongside real-life events, as well as an extensive index. A must-have volume for all Marvel fans from age 12 to adult, whether for readers interested in popular culture and comic books, or fans of Marvel comics and movies seeking to broaden their knowledge and deepen their understanding of the company's history, impact, trends, and huge output.

Every entry in this classic nursery rhymes book has been enchantingly illustrated to make reading fun for kids. Features famous nursery rhymes and little-known poems to appeal to all imaginations.

Short poems that kids can follow along with and recite, developing their recall skills. A beautiful hardback book with flocked (furry) cover to be treasured forever. Synopsis - Product details Classic Treasury Nursery Rhymes will be adored by children of all ages, and the nature of rhymes also makes them suitable for early readers.

Classic rhymes, poems and songs are grouped by subject so that kids and parents can make an easy reading selection. From 'Best-loved Rhymes' to 'Number Rhymes', there are ten different sections for children to discover. Chapters and rhymes inside Classic Treasury Nursery Rhymes:

Best-loved Rhymes chapter includes Old Macdonald had a Farm and Monday's Child# Favourite Folk chapter includes Little Boy Blue and There was a Crooked Man # Animal Friends chapter includes Goosey, Goosey, Gander and A Cat came Fiddling # Playing Together chapter includes Ring-a-ring o' Roses and Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes# Tasty Treats chapter includes Georgie Peorgie and Oranges and Lemons# Out and About chapter includes To Market, to Market and I Saw Three Ships # Number Rhymes chapter includes Sing a Song of Sixpence and One, Two, Buckle my Shoe # Whatever the Weather chapter includes Blow, Wind, Blow and Red Sky at Night# Bedtime Rhymes chapter includes Wee Willie Winkie and Star Light, Star Bright# Story Time chapter includes Snow White and Rose Red and The Boy Who Cried Wolf A sample nursery rhyme, To Market, to Market: To market, to market To buy a fat pig; Home again, home again, jiggety-jig. To market, to market To buy a fat hog; Home again, home again jiggety-jog

Celebrate 60 years of web-slinging with the story of Marvel Comics' most beloved super hero, Spider-Man! Features Foreword by Stephen Wacker, former Senior Editor of Spider-Man. When Stan Lee and Steve Ditko debuted Spider-Man in Amazing Fantasy, would they have ever predicted what would happen next? Spider-Man would go on to become the most popular super hero in history! Discover the origins and inception of New York's favourite web-slinging, crime-fighting, skyscraper-swinging super hero, in this gorgeous coffee table book. Not only will readers experience a real-time exhibition of the life of Spidey, but they will uncover his story, his iterations, the storylines that shook comics-lore and discover the creators who brought the web-head to life! This amazingly curated collection includes rarely seen artwork from the Marvel archives and will chronicle the enormous Spider-Verse and history of the legendary Spider-Man and his most famous foes. Spider-Man Museum is the definitive gift purchase for Spidey lovers everywhere and a must-have addition to the shelf for fans of comics. Celebrate Spidey's 60th anniversary in glorious style. Also available: - Marvel Museum - Marvel Heroes & Villains - Marvel Universe: An Atlas of Marvel - What Would Spider-Man Do? - What Would Hulk Do? - What Would The Mighty Thor Do? (c) 2022 MARVEL

A big box of little books about Peter Rabbit and friends!This set includes nine mini stories featuring characters from Beatrix Potter's classic tales, including Peter Rabbit, Benjamin Bunny, Squirrel Nutkin, Jemima Puddle-duck, Jeremy Fisher and Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle.Babies and young toddlers will enjoy the stories and pictures, and can play with the chunky little board books.Featuring beautiful and classic artwork by Beatrix Potter, this set is a brilliant introduction to her stories about Peter Rabbit and his friends.Beatrix Potter is regarded as one of the world's best-loved children's authors of all time. From her first book, The Tale of Peter Rabbit, published by Frederick Warne in 1902, she went on to create a series of stories based around animal characters including Mrs. Tiggy-winkle, Benjamin Bunny, Jemima Puddle-duck, Mr. Jeremy Fisher and Tom Kitten.

Usborne Big Subjects For Beginners 5 Books Collection Box set:Money for Beginners:An informative introduction to the world of money, covering everything from bank accounts, earning and borrowing to government spending, taxes and inflation. With bright, infographic pictures, a detailed glossary and links to specially selected websites where you can visit a virtual bank, see money from around the world and more.Economics for Beginners:Nobody has everything they need, all the time - so how can we make do with what we have? Economics is all about understanding the choices we make to solve this problem. With bright, infographics pictures, this informative book describes why markets.Business for Beginners:Dive into the world of business with this lively introduction, whether you want to be an entrepreneur or a smarter consumer. With bright, infographic pictures, it describes how to start your own business, manage your money and beat the competition and explains global supply chains and interest rates.Politics for Beginners:With Brexit looming and constant political uncertainty in the UK, people are more confused by politics than ever before. Politics for Beginners answers the questions that people are afraid to ask, offering a no-nonsense guide to what politics is all about.Philosophy for Beginners:Philosophy is a way of thinking about just about anything. It asks big questions, such as "how can I be good?" or "what makes something beautiful?" Using lively examples, humorous illustrations and simple thought experiments, this book opens up the world of philosophy to both children and adults and includes links to recommended.

THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL is now a major motion picture from Netflix - starring Academy Award winner Charlize Theron, Kerry Washington, Laurence Fishburne, Michelle Yeoh, Sofia Wylie, Sophia Anne Caruso and more! A dark and enchanting fantasy adventure perfect for those who prefer their fairytales with a twist... THE SCHOOL FOR GOOD AND EVIL Every four years, two girls are kidnapped from the village of Gavaldon. Legend has it these lost children are sent to the School for Good and Evil, the fabled institution where they become fairytale heroes or villains. A WORLD WITHOUT PRINCES Witches and princesses reside at the School for Girls, where they've been inspired to live a life without princes, while Tedros and the boys are camping in Evil's old towers. A war is brewing between the schools, but can Agatha and Sophie restore the peace? THE LAST EVER AFTER With the girls apart, Evil has taken over and the villains of the past have come back to turn the world of Good and Evil upside down. With the forces of Good in deathly peril, Agatha and Sophie must work together to restore balance. Will they find their way to being friends again? QUESTS FOR GLORY Before they can graduate, the students of the School for Good and Evil must complete their fourth-year Quests for Glory. The stakes are high: success brings eternal adoration, and failure means obscurity forever. A CRYSTAL OF TIME A traitor has seized Camelot's throne, sentencing Tedros, the true king, to death. Tedros's queen, Agatha, narrowly escapes, but their friend Sophie is trapped. She is forced to play a dangerous game as her wedding to the false king fast approaches, and all the while her friends' lives hang in the balance. ONE TRUE KING Beyond Good and Evil. Beyond Ever Afters. The fairy tale of Sophie and Agatha comes to a dramatic conclusion in this sixth and final book of Soman Chainani's bestselling fantasy series. Who will sit on Camelot's throne and rule the Endless Woods? Who will be the One True King? Prepare yourself for the End of Ends...

Relive Lightning McQueen's adventure as he competes in the Piston Cup against new fast racers in Disney Pixar Movie Collection: Cars 3.

The Pokemon Search and Find 4 Book Pack is the ultimate combination of fun and adventure for Pokemon enthusiasts.
This pack includes four fun-filled books that let readers embark on thrilling Pokemon journeys, searching for their favorite characters, and discovering new ones along the way.
With colorful illustrations and exciting quests, this pack is the perfect way to indulge in the captivating world of Pokemon.


Titles in This Set:

1. Pokémon: Search and Find: Welcome to Alola
2. Pokémon: Where's Pikachu? A Search and Find Book
3. Pokémon: Where's Ash?: A Search and Find Adventure
4. Pokémon: Search & Find: Adventures in Galar

Description:

Pokémon: Search and Find: Welcome to Alola
Gotta catch 'em all in the official Pokémon Search and Find!

Journey to Alola with Ash and friends as they search for new and exciting Pokémon! From the Guardians of Alola to tiny Pikipek, a whole host of new Pokémon are hidden in the richly illustrated scenes, just waiting to be caught. Plus, learn about some of the new Alolan Pokémon and complete fun activities.

Pokémon: Where's Pikachu? A Search and Find Book
Enter the exciting world of Pokémon in Pikachu's ultimate Search and Find. Look for all your favourite Pokémon characters as you travel around the regions. There are Ice-type Pokémon on the cold, snowy mountains and Rock-type Pokémon in Alolan caves. Plus, there's a Pikachu to spot in ever scene!

Will you catch 'em all?

Pokémon: Where's Ash?: A Search and Find Adventure
Ash Ketchum is heading out on a quest to search for new Pokémon across the regions. Join him and Pikachu in every region, from the metropolis of Kanto's Saffron City to the murky wild lands of Galar. Ash is on the lookout for cool Pokémon with his loyal best friend, Pikachu, by his side for the journey.

Learning to read is fun with Tippie the elephant! Each story in this set of 10 is unique, interesting and the text is always supported by colorful, engaging illustrations that will aid comprehension. Tippie experiences modern day adventures in each book whilst staying true to typical child development. These sequential reading books were designed with a focus on sound development, linking sounds and letters as well as building success and self-confidence in reading. The first ten books in the series focus on short vowels, simple consonants, blends and sight words.Books in the Learn to Read Tippie Level 1Boxset:Tippie and the catTippie and the henTippie and Fin jigTippie the copTippie and MumTippie likes to rapTippie the vetTippie and Fin swimTippie and the frogTippie and the bug

What Do You Do if Your House is a Zoo?

Oscar’s getting a pet! But which pet should he pick? And what on earth will he do when they all move in? His house is like a zoo! A book for animal lovers BIG and small.Quiet!

"Quiet!" roars Pa Lion. And all is quiet in the jungle. Not a rumble nor a grumble, not a chitter nor a chatter, not a pitter nor a patter, not a teeny, tiny squeak. Now Pa Lion must make sure it stays this way as baby Leo sleeps.Little Why

Little Why just can’t stay in line. There is so much to see – like Giraffe’s long-lofty leggy legs and Wildebeest’s spiny-spiky horns. Why can’t he have legs and horns like them? And then Little Why spots Crocodile’s snippy-snappy teeth… Look out!Squish Squash Squeeze!

Mouse’s new house seems perfect, with just enough room for his things. But who’s that growling by the piano? And who’s that sliding down the banister? Uh-oh! There are some VERY BIG animals living in the house. What a squish-squash-squeeze!Poo in the Zoo

There was tiger poo, lion poo, prickly porcupine poo, Plummeting giraffe poop that landed with a splat. Dollops of gnu poo, bouncy kangaroo poo, a trail of drippy droppings from a fat wombat!”Zoo Keeper Bob is exhausted. There’s too much poo in the zoo – and he’s the one who has to scoop it up. Then one day, a mysterious glowing poo appears! Could it be alien poop from outer space? And what on EARTH will Bob do with it?Hippobottymus

Plinkety-plonk! Tweetily-tweet! The jungle animals are making music to the sound of the bubbling creek! But – goodness me! – what is that naughty hippo up to? A bonkers, musical rhyming story with a laugh-out-loud, farting surprise! Dance and sing along to the musical noises – and bottoms - of the animals in this funny book.Mighty Mo

At the Golden Dodo Zoo, Mo the raccoon is bored, bored, bored. There must be something amazing he can do! It certainly isn’t making ice-creams or blowing up balloons… But when Big Ron the robber starts causing trouble, it’s up to mighty Mo to save the day! This hilarious story about an unlikely hero will appeal to any child with a sense of adventure.The Great Aaa-Ooo

As Mouse scampers homewards through the dark, rackety wood, he hears an awful AAA-OOO! What could be making that horrible howl? Could it be Owl, Moose, Bear or Goose? Or could it be . . . a monster? Perfect for reassuring children and toddlers who are scared of the dark or adjusting to sleeping in a big bed or in their own room.Can I Join Your Club?

Duck wants to join a club. But he needs to be able to ROAR to join Lion Club, or TRUMPET to join Elephant Club. And all he can do is QUACK! What’s a Duck to do? Why, set up his own club of course… where everyone is welcome to join!Hibernation Hotel

Can’t doze off? Cave too cramped? Friends too loud and whiffy? Then check into a hotel. The Hibernation Hotel! A hilarious book about getting what you want – then discovering what you need. Laura Brenlla brings Bear and his friends to life with gorgeous illustrations in this laugh-out-loud story about friendship from John Kelly (Can I Join Your Club?). Perfect for a bedtime chuckle with little ones who can’t get to sleep

The essential guide for any Pokemon fan, containing newly discovered characters and a taster of the Galar region.Revisit unforgettable moments in Ash's journey to become a Pokemon Master. Travel from Kanto to Kalos, Johto to Sinnoh and not forgetting Alola and new region, Galar!Get to know Trainers, old and new as they guide Ash through his adventures. Learn battle moves and meet Gym Leaders, plus learn about some legendary battles along the way.And of course, meet old and new Pokemon characters. Learn their types, moves, key stats, strengths and weaknesses with the newly updated Pokedex, including Alolan characters and a sneak peak at some Galar Pokemon, too!

Teenage fiction at its finest and most powerful, from the celebrated How I Love Now to Carnegie Medal winner, Just in Case.

Meg Rosoff’s other awards include the Guardian Children’s Fiction Prize, the Branford Boase Award and the Orange Prize. Does that sound like you’re in for something special? You’re not wrong.

Command a Rousing Performance! Energy surges as new powers awaken and perilous legends are revealed! First partners Meowscarada ex, Skeledirge ex, and Quaquaval ex have evolved to take the stage with mesmerizing magic, song, and dance. Meanwhile, Forretress, Slowking, and Dedenne shine as Tera Pokémon ex, and Chien-Pao ex, Ting-Lu ex, and others bring daunting strengths requiring courage to command. Even Pikachu joins the Pokémon ex party in the Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet Paldea Evolved expansion!9 Pokémon TCG: Scarlet & Violet Paldea Evolved booster packs1 full-art foil promo card featuring Pikachu65 card sleeves featuring Sprigatito, Fuecoco, and Quaxly45 Pokémon TCG Energy cardsA player’s guide to the Scarlet & Violet Paldea Evolved expansion

With Giant flaps and fun facts, his book features the deadliest, fastest, and biggest dinosaurs that ever walked the Earth.