Even as a toddler, Ailton Nunes was drawn to the joyful, energizing sounds of samba music, with its clinks, bongs, and bangs filling the air. It was part of his heritage and practically the heartbeat of his Mangueira neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. But samba was more than music; it was a way to connect with the past and dream of the future. And samba united not only Ailton's neighborhood--it united all of Brazil, especially at the annual Carnaval festival with its samba parades and competition. The samba school in Ailton's neighborhood was his home away from home. He was mesmerized by the drummers, the bateria, and dreamed of joining their ranks when he got older. And with hard work and determination, Ailton not only joins the Mangueira bateria, he helps lead them to victory at the Carnaval festival. Vibrant, colorful artwork from Brazilian artist André Ceolin brings to life the story of samba director Mestre Ailton Nunes, who followed his passion and his dreams, and continues to share the magic of samba today.
From Shrek to Trolls to How to Train Your Dragon, DreamWorks is responsible for many popular animated movies! In this book, young readers will learn about the company’s history, from its early days to its present offerings, as well as the company’s philanthropy, connections with fans, and more. Special features add even more information, including a map of the company’s headquarters, a profile of a company leader, and lists of top movies. Young fans will enjoy reading about the origins of some of their favorite movies!
This title offers readers a backstage pass to Taylor Swift's iconic The Eras Tour. Included in this comprehensive encyclopedia is a detailed exploration of each tour stop in North America, the stage design, costumes, and dancers, and an in-depth analysis of every song featured in Swift's setlist. Readers will relive the magic of each performance and gain a deeper understanding of the artistry that enthralled audiences across North America and the world.
Beginning readers can delve into the life of their favorite musician and businesswoman, Taylor Swift. Readers will learn about Swift's early years and career, as well as her amazing accomplishments, and what makes her a leader. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo Kids Jumbo is an imprint of Abdo Kids, a division of ABDO.
Beginning readers can delve into the life of their favorite spooky actress, Jenna Ortega. Readers will learn about Ortega's early years and career, as well as her amazing accomplishments, and what makes her a leader.
Beginning readers can delve into the life of their favorite actress, Margot Robbie. Readers will learn about Robbie's early years and career, as well as her amazing accomplishments, and what makes her a leader.
Beginning readers can delve into the life of their favorite singer and businesswoman, Selena Gomez. Readers will learn about Gomez's early years and career, as well as her amazing accomplishments, and what makes her a leader.
Beginning readers can delve into the life of their favorite musician and businesswoman, Beyoncé. Readers will learn about Beyoncé's early years and career, as well as her amazing accomplishments, and what makes her a leader.
This title explores the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle franchise and gives information related to its origins, history, and the impact it has had on popular culture through the years. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index.
This title explores the Star Wars franchise and gives information related to its origins, history, and the impact it has had on popular culture through the years. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index.
This title explores the Harry Potter franchise and gives information related to its origins, history, and the impact it has had on popular culture through the years. This hi-lo title is complete with vibrant photographs, simple text, glossary, and an index.
From music and movies to books and fashion, art is all around us. And some of history’s most amazing artists have been women. They have used art to face challenges and express themselves. Many female artists broke through barriers with strength, bravery, and courage to make a difference. Inspiring text paired with photos and colorful illustrations explore women who dared to make HERstory in art.
Manga warriors can be silent and stealthy or fiercely in your face. Learn to draw five manga warriors, including a nunchuck warrior, super samurai, and SWAT soldier. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga warrior, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts explore more about the fighters they are creating.
Manga superheroes can save the day with wonderful weapons and awe-inspiring powers. Learn to draw five manga superheroes, including a fearless flier, superstrong hero, and hero with laser vision. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga hero, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts explore more about the fighters they are creating.
Manga monsters can be spooky and scary or cutely creepy. Learn to draw five manga monsters, including a cute ghost, a growling werewolf, and a cursed mummy. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga monster, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts explore more about the creatures they are creating.
Manga dragons can be however you want! They can fly and breathe fire or be incredibly cute. Learn to draw five manga dragons, including a springing dragon, a fierce flier, and a water dragon. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga dragon, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts explore more about the creatures they are creating.
Manga dinosaurs can be fanged and fierce or spikey and sweet. Learn to draw five manga dinosaur, including a terrifying T. rex, crested Hadrosaurus, and menacing Megalosaurus. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga dino, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts explore more about the creatures they are creating.
Manga animals can be fanged and fierce or cute and cuddly. Learn to draw five manga animals, including a munching panda, rearing horse, and striking cobra. Alongside the step-by-step instructions for mastering each manga animal, helpful hints teach aspiring artists techniques of the trade and fun facts explore more about the creatures they are creating.
It’s time to play . . . in the band! Some woodwind instruments make deep, loud sounds and others ring out high-pitched melodies. Which instrument is your favorite. Learn how woodwind instruments make sound, explore the history of instruments, then learn about the different woodwind instruments to pick your favorite. It’s time to join the band with a woodwind instrument.
It’s time to play . . . in the band! Some string instruments make soft, elegant sounds and others are rock out with an amplifier. Which instrument is your favorite. Learn how string instruments make sound, explore the history of instruments, then learn all about different string instruments to pick your favorite. It’s time to join the band with a super string instrument!
It’s time to play . . . in the band! Some percussion instruments make deep, pounding sounds and others make tinkling rhythms. Which instrument is your favorite? Learn how percussion instruments make sound, explore the history of instruments, then learn all about different percussion instruments to pick your favorite. It’s time to join the band with a powerful percussion instrument!
It’s time to play . . . in the band! Some brass instruments make deep, booming sounds and others ring out high and loud. Which instrument is your favorite? Learn how brass instruments make sound, explore the history of instruments, then learn all about different brass instruments to pick your favorite. It’s time to join the band with a buzzing brass instrument!
Walt Disney was known as a movie maker and theme park creator, but what about before that? What happened when Disney was younger? What did he do then that led to his being famous later on? Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Mark Twain was known as one of the greatest writers of his time, but what about before that? What happened when Twain was younger? What did he do then that led to his being famous later on? Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
Louisa May Alcott was known as a beloved writer of such books as Little Women, but what about before that? What happened when Alcott was younger? What did she do then that led to her being famous later on? Also includes a page for caregivers and teachers that suggests guiding questions to help aid in reading comprehension. Downloadable Teacher Notes available.
