This book is part of a series of craft books based on popular topics, in which the inspiration for children's craft activities are stories, traditions and authentic crafts from around the world. Clear instructions and photographs explain how to make the craft objects shown, with plenty of ideas for children to carry out by themselves. At the back of each book there are suggestions for more things to do and a book list. This book looks at religious festivals throughout the calendar year and the c...
A star of Stars Wars: Episode 1 -- The Phantom Menace, this Scottish-born actor's career took off after he played a heroin addict in Trainspotting.
Lucille Ball: Actress & Comedienne (Essential Lives) (Essential Lives Set 7)
by DeAnn Herringshaw
The "Celebrations" series is an easy-reading edition of Wayland's "Festivals" series. The full colour illustrations remain the same, but the text has been simplified, and it could be used simultaneously with the original volume in mixed ability groups. Feasting, fasting, pilgrimage and prayers are essential elements of the Muslim religion. This book provides young readers with easy-to -understand descriptions of these traditions. The fasting of Ramadam, the `Id celebrations and the important pil...
Discusses A bout de souffle from a broad academic and critical perspective, setting plot, themes and techniques in context and exploring the film's significance. This York Film Note encourages students to appreciate differing interpretations of each film and to develop their own critical thinking.
The Magic of the Ballet (The magic of the ballet)
by Adele Geras
Zuriel Oduwole: Filmmaker and Campaigner for Girls' Education (Remarkable Lives Revealed)
by Linda Barghoorn
Reel Culture is for the young person who is curious about film history and wants to be the one at the party who knows what Casablanca was about or who made the LBD (little black dress) hot in Breakfast at Tiffany's. From Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory to Raiders of the Lost Ark, Reel Culture explores the 50 most influential--yet often unknown to teens--films of the 20th century.
From first exercises at the barre to graceful pirouettes and dramatic jumps, this stunning book is guaranteed to fuel the enthusiasm of every aspiring ballet dancer - whether they are just starting out or have already been dancing for some time. Perfectly pitched text by an expert author provides a highly practical guide to every aspect of ballet, while beautiful, commissioned photographs truly capture the magic of dance, from the excitement of a child's first class to the joy of dancing on stag...
The Best-ever Book of Ballet (Best-ever book of...)
by Kate Castle
From the series that adopts the stye and format of the popular youth magazines, this book concentrates on television, from information and personal experience to careers advice. It also covers controversial topics, such as the expansion of cable and satellite television and whether more choice for the public will mean a drop in standards. Both authors have experience in the field of television. Tim Byrne worked as an editor for a number of years, and is now a researcher with TVS. Tony Gregory is...
From the world of "Cars" soars "Planes: Fire & Rescue," a new comedy-adventure featuring a quirky crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting historic Piston Peak National Park from raging wildfire. When world famous air racer Dusty learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of wildfire air attack. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous air attack team, includi...