Elizabeth Ashdown

Heavy Hardcover (2 to 4 lbs)

Texas

Handcrafting Contemporary Trimmings, Fringes, Tassels, and More

The first book on how to create handwoven passementerie (ornamental fringe, tassels, braid, piping, and more) using widely available materials In this hands-on introduction to one of the rarest of textile crafts, artist and designer Ashdown combines her mastery of the centuries-old skills with a vibrant, contemporary aesthetic. Learn centuries-old methods and how to apply them to make contemporary ornamental trimmings. * 11 guided projects for home and wardrobe, from Chanel-style jacket fringe to braided edging for a window blind. * For beginner and intermediate weavers; requires only a simple frame loom, like those commonly sold by craft retailers * Additional audiences include fashion/clothing-focus crafters, textile artists, embroiderers, and knitters

Passementerie

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Isabel Kuhl

Heavy Paperback (2 to 4 lbs)

From ancient Jordan to modern-day Manhattan, this world tour of great buildings offers a course in architectural history for readers of all ages. The 50 buildings presented here in chronological order represent the most compelling, intriguing, and awe-inspiring structures from all over the world. Full color.

50 Buildings You Should Know

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May Nakamura

Light Hardcover (1 lb or less)

Ready-To-Read Level 3

Get to know Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese artist known for her extensive use of polka dots and for her infinity installations, in this fascinating nonfiction Level 3 Ready-to-Read, part of a series of biographies about people “you should meet!” Meet Yayoi Kusama. When Yayoi Kusama was a little girl, she told her parents she wanted to be an artist. Her parents forbade her and tore up her drawings. But that didn’t stop her. When she couldn’t afford art supplies, she used old paper sacks and mud to create her art. Eventually, she convinced her parents to let her go to art school and study painting. In 2006, she became the first Japanese woman to receive the Praemium Imperiale. It is one of the highest honors given by the Japanese imperial family. Ten years later, she received the Order of Culture, another prestigious award given to people who make important contributions to Japanese culture. Today, she is one of the most famous artists in the world.

Yayoi Kusama

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Donald J. Sobol

Good for critical thinking in upper elementary 

Light Paperback (1 lb or less)

A new title in the bestselling series about the world's greatest supersleuth in sneakers! A slippery salamander, a banana burglar, a judge who's run away, and a presidential toothbrush . . . these are just some of the clues that the world's greatest young detective must use to solve 10 all-new mysteries. Young readers can try to solve the cases alongside Encyclopedia--the answers to all the mysteries are in the back of the book.

Encyclopedia Brown and the Case of the Slippery Salamander

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Pam Flowers

Togo and Leonhard

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Caren McNelly McCormack

A Quinceanera Tale

While Eva and her family prepare for her quinceañera, no one is paying attention to her younger sister, but when the dog gets out of the laundry room and steals Eva's sash, her little sister comes to the rescue.

The Fiesta Dress

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Jonah Winter

Amy Prince

Discusses the childhood of Diego Rivera and how it influenced his art.

Diego

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Margaret Hodges

Trina Schart Hyman

Geraldine McCaughrean

`The dragon was born in the deepest crevices of a bottomless pool. Its father was Evil, its mother Darkness, and its name was Wickedness.' This magnificent picture book is reissued with a new cover and brings to life this powerful tale of England's patron saint and his triumph over the evil Dragon.

Saint George and the Dragon

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Nick Crossling

Thirty illustrations feature dynamic combinations of interlocking floral designs, rendered in the distinctive style of Islamic art. Colorists and crafters alike will be inspired by the hypnotic appeal of these original motifs.

Arabic Floral Patterns Coloring Book

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Betty Selakovich Casey

Hardcover (1 to 2 lbs)

The Story of an Iditarod Sled Dog

A mishap leaves an Iditarod sled dog lost in the wilds of Alaska. Not particularly wise, brave, or big, May wows the world when she makes it all the way home.Inspired by a true story.

May Finds Her Way

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Shelley Gill

True Stories of Remarkable Canines

In Alaska, dogs really are a person’s best friend. These true canine stories from the last frontier describe remarkable acts of intelligence, stamina, loyalty, and heroism by Balto, Togo, Tekla, Stickeen, and more of Alaska’s famous dogs. Follow these dogs as they traverse the mountains in winter with deliveries of life-saving medicine to remote villages, fight off attacking bears, and find lost children. Alaskan canines perform amazing deeds that exhibit intelligence, stamina, loyalty, and heroism—plus they offer friendly and furry companionship to their owners.

Alaska's Dog Heroes

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Josh Gregory

"Each March, the worlds top sled dog teams gather in Alaska for the sports biggest event: the Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race. In this incredible race, mushers race their dog teams across more than 900 miles (1,448 kilometers) of rough Alaskan terrain. Readers will join Maggie and Alex, two young relatives of an Iditarod musher, as they get an insiders view of the race. They will learn about the Iditarods history, rules, strategies, and much more."--Amazon.com.

If You Were a Kid at the Iditarod (If You Were a Kid)

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Kate Klimo

Small, feisty Siberian husky Togo-the overlooked sled-dog hero of the 1925 serum run to Nome-sets the record straight in Dog Diaries #4!

When a diptheria epidemic breaks out in isolated Nome, Alaska, in January 1925, the only way to get life-saving serum to the town is by using dog-sled relay teams. Twenty teams participate, and the dog who inevitably gets credit for saving the town is Balto, lead dog on the final team which delivered the serum. But few people have ever heard of 12-year-old Togo and his musher Leonard Seppala, who carried the serum for almost double the length of any other team, and twice violated warnings to avoid perilous Norton Sound and instead ran straight over the frozen ice! With realistic black-and-white illustrations by Tim Jessell-plus an appendix with information about Siberian huskies, sled dogs, mushers, and more-Togo's tale is perfect for middle-grade readers who love a spunky underdog!

Dog Diaries #4: Togo

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Laurence Anholt

A lovely art history book for kids about artist, Pablo Picasso from the series, Anholt's Artists Books for Children. Perfect for the classroom or home library! Sylvette is a shy little girl, but her neighbor happens to be the artist, Pablo Picasso. His drawings, paintings, and sculptures soon become world famous. Sylvette soon overcomes her shyness and begins a career as a fine artist.




Parents, teachers, and gift givers will find:

 * gorgeous illustrations and reproductions of works by the artists
 * a fun and educational story
 * a perfect choice for homeschool supplies

What parents and grandparents are saying:

 * This book was purchased for my granddaughter for educational and historical learning. It was important to me for her to learn about Picasso's artistic abilities, fame, and legends.
 * A must buy for anyone wanting to expand their children's knowledge of an incredible painter!
 * Love these books, they are a great way to inspire children and interest them in art and artists. I have read them with my own children and used them in school with children from nursery age to year 4 (3-9 yrs).

Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail

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Sarah Lucinda

Sarah Lucinda

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Togo and Leonhard

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The Fiesta Dress

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Saint George and the Dragon

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Arabic Floral Patterns Coloring Book

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May Finds Her Way

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Alaska's Dog Heroes

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Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail

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Elizabeth Ashdown

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Pam Flowers

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The Fiesta Dress

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Saint George and the Dragon

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Arabic Floral Patterns Coloring Book

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May Finds Her Way

Shelley Gill

Alaska's Dog Heroes

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If You Were a Kid at the Iditarod (If You Were a Kid)

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Dog Diaries #4: Togo

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Picasso and the Girl with a Ponytail

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