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64 pp.
| Arcturus
| August, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-78212-411-5$35.65
(3)
YA
Creative Workshop series.
These how-to books by professional artists will be best appreciated by readers with serious interest and fairly advanced skills. All feature information about tools, materials, and techniques. Oil covers color theory and includes six projects for practice; Fashion discusses anatomy and research; Digital is the most technical, both in terms of concepts and equipment. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Workshop titles: The Fundamentals of Oil Painting, Creative Fashion Drawing, and Digital Art.
64 pp.
| Arcturus
| August, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-78212-412-2$35.65
(3)
YA
Creative Workshop series.
These how-to books by professional artists will be best appreciated by readers with serious interest and fairly advanced skills. All feature information about tools, materials, and techniques. Oil covers color theory and includes six projects for practice; Fashion discusses anatomy and research; Digital is the most technical, both in terms of concepts and equipment. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Workshop titles: The Fundamentals of Oil Painting, Creative Fashion Drawing, and Digital Art.
64 pp.
| Arcturus
| August, 2013
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-78212-410-8$35.65
(3)
YA
Creative Workshop series.
These how-to books by professional artists will be best appreciated by readers with serious interest and fairly advanced skills. All feature information about tools, materials, and techniques. Oil covers color theory and includes six projects for practice; Fashion discusses anatomy and research; Digital is the most technical, both in terms of concepts and equipment. Reading list. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Workshop titles: The Fundamentals of Oil Painting, Creative Fashion Drawing, and Digital Art.
32 pp.
| Smart Apple
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59920-696-7$28.50
(4)
K-3
Be Creative series.
These volumes are aimed at young crafters, but with somewhat verbose instructions and cluttered spreads, few children could muddle through without adult aid. However, the featured craft ideas--like button jewelry, wall stencils, pop-up cards, and embellished sneakers--will be relished by wannabe DIYers. Basic supplies of magazines, fabric scraps, beads, and paint are needed; additional equipment tips are appended. Glos., ind. Review covers these Be Creative titles: Customize Your Clothes, Cards, Wrap, and Tags, Bedroom Makeover, and Accessories for All.
32 pp.
| Smart Apple
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59920-694-3$28.50
(4)
K-3
Be Creative series.
These volumes are aimed at young crafters, but with somewhat verbose instructions and cluttered spreads, few children could muddle through without adult aid. However, the featured craft ideas--like button jewelry, wall stencils, pop-up cards, and embellished sneakers--will be relished by wannabe DIYers. Basic supplies of magazines, fabric scraps, beads, and paint are needed; additional equipment tips are appended. Glos., ind. Review covers these Be Creative titles: Customize Your Clothes, Cards, Wrap, and Tags, Bedroom Makeover, and Accessories for All.
32 pp.
| Smart Apple
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59920-695-0$28.50
(4)
K-3
Be Creative series.
These volumes are aimed at young crafters, but with somewhat verbose instructions and cluttered spreads, few children could muddle through without adult aid. However, the featured craft ideas--like button jewelry, wall stencils, pop-up cards, and embellished sneakers--will be relished by wannabe DIYers. Basic supplies of magazines, fabric scraps, beads, and paint are needed; additional equipment tips are appended. Glos., ind. Review covers these Be Creative titles: Customize Your Clothes, Cards, Wrap, and Tags, Bedroom Makeover, and Accessories for All.
32 pp.
| Smart Apple
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59920-693-6$28.50
(4)
K-3
Be Creative series.
These volumes are aimed at young crafters, but with somewhat verbose instructions and cluttered spreads, few children could muddle through without adult aid. However, the featured craft ideas--like button jewelry, wall stencils, pop-up cards, and embellished sneakers--will be relished by wannabe DIYers. Basic supplies of magazines, fabric scraps, beads, and paint are needed; additional equipment tips are appended. Glos., ind. Review covers these Be Creative titles: Customize Your Clothes, Cards, Wrap, and Tags, Bedroom Makeover, and Accessories for All.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3835-6$23.93
(3)
4-6
Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps series.
Most suitable for upper-elementary and middle-school aspiring authors, this series straightforwardly introduces writing in various genres through chapters on inspiration, preparation, organization, composition, and publication; Graphic Novel includes a chapter on illustration. Readers will find useful starting advice, writing techniques, famous examples of the genre, as well as questions and prompts to foster engagement with their own work. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps titles: Write a Mystery in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Romance in 5 Simple Steps, Write Horror Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write Fantasy Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Graphic Novel in 5 Simple Steps, and Write Science Fiction in 5 Simple Steps.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3837-0$23.93
(3)
4-6
Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps series.
Most suitable for upper-elementary and middle-school aspiring authors, this series straightforwardly introduces writing in various genres through chapters on inspiration, preparation, organization, composition, and publication; Graphic Novel includes a chapter on illustration. Readers will find useful starting advice, writing techniques, famous examples of the genre, as well as questions and prompts to foster engagement with their own work. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps titles: Write a Mystery in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Romance in 5 Simple Steps, Write Horror Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write Fantasy Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Graphic Novel in 5 Simple Steps, and Write Science Fiction in 5 Simple Steps.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3836-3$23.93
(3)
4-6
Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps series.
Most suitable for upper-elementary and middle-school aspiring authors, this series straightforwardly introduces writing in various genres through chapters on inspiration, preparation, organization, composition, and publication; Graphic Novel includes a chapter on illustration. Readers will find useful starting advice, writing techniques, famous examples of the genre, as well as questions and prompts to foster engagement with their own work. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps titles: Write a Mystery in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Romance in 5 Simple Steps, Write Horror Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write Fantasy Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Graphic Novel in 5 Simple Steps, and Write Science Fiction in 5 Simple Steps.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3834-9$23.93
(3)
4-6
Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps series.
Most suitable for upper-elementary and middle-school aspiring authors, this series straightforwardly introduces writing in various genres through chapters on inspiration, preparation, organization, composition, and publication; Graphic Novel includes a chapter on illustration. Readers will find useful starting advice, writing techniques, famous examples of the genre, as well as questions and prompts to foster engagement with their own work. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps titles: Write a Mystery in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Romance in 5 Simple Steps, Write Horror Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write Fantasy Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Graphic Novel in 5 Simple Steps, and Write Science Fiction in 5 Simple Steps.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3888-2$23.93
(3)
4-6
Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps series.
Most suitable for upper-elementary and middle-school aspiring authors, this series straightforwardly introduces writing in various genres through chapters on inspiration, preparation, organization, composition, and publication; Graphic Novel includes a chapter on illustration. Readers will find useful starting advice, writing techniques, famous examples of the genre, as well as questions and prompts to foster engagement with their own work. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps titles: Write a Mystery in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Romance in 5 Simple Steps, Write Horror Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write Fantasy Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Graphic Novel in 5 Simple Steps, and Write Science Fiction in 5 Simple Steps.
48 pp.
| Enslow
| August, 2012
|
LibraryISBN 978-0-7660-3844-8$23.93
(3)
4-6
Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps series.
Most suitable for upper-elementary and middle-school aspiring authors, this series straightforwardly introduces writing in various genres through chapters on inspiration, preparation, organization, composition, and publication; Graphic Novel includes a chapter on illustration. Readers will find useful starting advice, writing techniques, famous examples of the genre, as well as questions and prompts to foster engagement with their own work. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Writing in 5 Simple Steps titles: Write a Mystery in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Romance in 5 Simple Steps, Write Horror Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write Fantasy Fiction in 5 Simple Steps, Write a Graphic Novel in 5 Simple Steps, and Write Science Fiction in 5 Simple Steps.
(4)
4-6
Creative Short Stories series.
Each volume begins with an evocative frontispiece (the same as the cover image). The main design element within the classic short stories is occasional, and distracting, use of colored font. An illustration of the short story's author accompanies a brief appended biography; a short essay about each text is also included. Review covers these Creative Short Stories titles: The Most Dangerous Game, The Monkey's Paw, The Garden Party, and The Necklace.
(4)
4-6
Creative Short Stories series.
Each volume begins with an evocative frontispiece (the same as the cover image). The main design element within the classic short stories is occasional, and distracting, use of colored font. An illustration of the short story's author accompanies a brief appended biography; a short essay about each text is also included. Review covers these Creative Short Stories titles: The Most Dangerous Game, The Monkey's Paw, The Garden Party, and The Necklace.
(4)
4-6
Creative Short Stories series.
Each volume begins with an evocative frontispiece (the same as the cover image). The main design element within the classic short stories is occasional, and distracting, use of colored font. An illustration of the short story's author accompanies a brief appended biography; a short essay about each text is also included. Review covers these Creative Short Stories titles: The Most Dangerous Game, The Monkey's Paw, The Garden Party, and The Necklace.
(4)
4-6
Creative Short Stories series.
Illustrated by
Gary Kelley.
Each volume begins with an evocative frontispiece (the same as the cover image). The main design element within the classic short stories is occasional, and distracting, use of colored font. An illustration of the short story's author accompanies a brief appended biography; a short essay about each text is also included. Review covers these Creative Short Stories titles: The Most Dangerous Game, The Monkey's Paw, The Garden Party, and The Necklace.
48 pp.
| Norwood
| July, 2010
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59953-386-5$25.27
(3)
4-6
Creative Adventure Guides series.
Some historical background and scientific or cultural information places the making and use of candles, knots, jewelry, and compasses in context for young readers. Each book has four chapters that culminate in step-by-step projects. Starting a Business outlines a small business plan for kids, with examples of successful young entrepreneurs. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Adventure Guides titles: Get All Tied Up, Light Your Way, Starting a Business, Become an Explorer, and Get Connected.
48 pp.
| Norwood
| July, 2010
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59953-387-2$25.27
(3)
4-6
Creative Adventure Guides series.
Some historical background and scientific or cultural information places the making and use of candles, knots, jewelry, and compasses in context for young readers. Each book has four chapters that culminate in step-by-step projects. Starting a Business outlines a small business plan for kids, with examples of successful young entrepreneurs. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Adventure Guides titles: Get All Tied Up, Light Your Way, Starting a Business, Become an Explorer, and Get Connected.
48 pp.
| Norwood
| July, 2010
|
LibraryISBN 978-1-59953-384-1$25.27
(3)
4-6
Creative Adventure Guides series.
Some historical background and scientific or cultural information places the making and use of candles, knots, jewelry, and compasses in context for young readers. Each book has four chapters that culminate in step-by-step projects. Starting a Business outlines a small business plan for kids, with examples of successful young entrepreneurs. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind. Review covers these Creative Adventure Guides titles: Get All Tied Up, Light Your Way, Starting a Business, Become an Explorer, and Get Connected.