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12 Poets Who Changed the World

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781645820079

From the ancient Greek poet Homer to American poet Walt Whitman, Chilean poet Pablo Neruda, and Gwendolyn Brooks, a Chicago poet who chronicled black culture, this book profiles 12 outstanding poets from around the world. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos, biographical details, and fascinating facts. Sidebars go beyond the basics, and prompts invite readers to think for themselves. Additional mini-bios encourage further exploration.

12 Musicians Who Changed the World

Jamie Kallio (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781645820062

From Aretha Franklin, the Queen of Soul, to Nobel Prize winner Bob Dylan, civil rights activist Nina Simone, and rapper Tupac Shakur, this book profiles 12 famous musicians from around the world. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos, biographical details, and fascinating facts. Sidebars go beyond the basics, and prompts invite readers to think for themselves. Additional mini-bios encourage further exploration.

12 Artists Who Changed the World

Allan Morey (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781645820017

From real Renaissance man Leonardo da Vinci to revolutionary American artist Georgia O’Keeffe, Chinese activist Ai Weiwei, and the mysterious, anonymous Banksy, this book profiles 12 influential artists from around the world. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos, biographical details, and fascinating facts. Sidebars and thought-provoking prompts keep readers interested. Four more mini-bios pique readers’ curiosity.

12 Architects Who Changed the World

Vicki C. Hayes (author)

Publisher: Amicus Publishing ISBN: 9781645820000

From Spain’s Antonio Gaudi to France’s Le Corbusier, Iraq’s Zaha Hadid, and America’s Norma Sklarek, the first black woman to get a degree in architecture, this book profiles 12 prominent architects from around the world. Each chapter includes attention-grabbing photos, biographical details, and fascinating facts. Sidebars go beyond the basics, and prompts invite readers to think for themselves. Additional mini-bios encourage further exploration.

J Balvín

Jolene Gutiérrez (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643698

J Balvín is one of the top Latin pop stars in the world! The award-winning Colombian musician performs primarily in Spanish to advance the Latin culture, and has been working in the music business since he was a teenager. When did he start singing? How have his business skills helped his music career? Why are meditation and fashion so important to him? In Stars of Latin Pop: J Balvín, you'll learn about his rise to stardom, his love for fashion, and his advocacy for mental health practices. Let's get to know J Balvín!

Sofía Reyes

Jolene Gutiérrez (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643667

Sofía Reyes is on her way to becoming one of the top Latin Pop Stars in the world! Has she always loved music? How did social media help her? How has her creativity improved her career? In Stars of Latin Pop: Sofía Reyes, you'll learn about her rise to stardom and how she’s supporting other musicians. Let's get to know Sofía Reyes! The Stars of Latin Pop series follows the journeys, careers, and passions of some of the biggest names in Latin Pop. This high-interest text for striving readers is filled with facts and photos, allowing readers to dive into the lives of pop stars Shakira, J Balvín, Sofía Reyes, and Ozuna. Each book features side-by-side English and Spanish text to promote bilingual literacy and includes after-reading questions and activities.

Shakira

Jolene Gutiérrez (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643674

Shakira is one of the top Latin Pop Stars in the world! Has she always been so talented? What lifelong goals does she have? How is she changing the world, one child at a time? In Stars of Latin Pop: Shakira, you'll learn about her rise to stardom, and the charities she supports. Let's get to know Shakira! The Stars of Latin Pop series follows the journeys, careers, and passions of some of the biggest names in Latin Pop. This high-interest text for striving readers is filled with facts and photos, allowing readers to dive into the lives of pop stars Shakira, J Balvín, Sofía Reyes, and Ozuna. Each book features side-by-side English and Spanish text to promote bilingual literacy, and also includes after-reading questions and activities.

Ozuna

Jolene Gutiérrez (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731643681

Ozuna is a Latino musician who is breaking records and winning awards! The Puerto Rican reggaetón performer has been singing and rapping since he was twelve years old. How did YouTube change his life? How has collaboration improved his career? In Stars of Latin Pop: Ozuna, you'll learn about his rise to fame, and how he’s giving back to his community. Let's get to know Ozuna! The Stars of Latin Pop series follows the journeys, careers, and passions of some of the biggest names in Latin Pop. This high-interest text for striving readers is filled with facts and photos, allowing readers to dive into the lives of pop stars Shakira, J Balvín, Sofía Reyes, and Ozuna. Each book features side-by-side English and Spanish text to promote bilingual literacy and includes after-reading questions and activities.

Crafts for Play

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688080

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Nature in Art

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688134

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Crafts for Celebration

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688165

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Places in Art

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688141

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Crafts for Decoration

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688110

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Blowing the Trumpet

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688196

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Rattles, Bells & Chiming Bars

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688097

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Music from Strings

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688189

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Behind the Scenes

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688233

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Taking Part

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688226

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Beating the Drum

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688172

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

Crafts for Everyday Life

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688103

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

People in Art

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688073

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

World of Theatre

Felicia Law (author)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913688219

The Living Arts Library is specially designed to stimulate children's interest and imagination in all aspects of the international arts. The activity-based approach encourages readers to try for themselves a variety of skills and techniques.

The Artist's Design Device

Felicia Law (author) Lesley Danson (illustrator)

Publisher: BrambleKids Ltd ISBN: 9781913189983

STEAM education is the backbone of learning worldwide as Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics come to the fore of curriculum activity in schools across the globe. In this exciting and original series, 5 scientists (representing STEAM) come together to pool their knowledge as each one of them constructs a machine or piece of equipment that uses basic knowledge across the 5 sciences.

20-Minute (Or Less) Digital Storytelling Hacks

Sheela Preuitt (author)

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group ISBN: 9781728401423

By completing these story-based projects, readers will gain a solid baseline in coding and have fun while learning. Build a slideshow, design a flag, create headlines that scroll across the bottom of newscasts, and more! Page Plus links to hands-on coding activities are included. These project-based titles are created in partnership with Vidcode, a rigorous and creative online coding platform designed for grades 4 and up that appeals as strongly to girls as to boys.

Ariana Grande: Music Superstar

Heather E. Schwartz (author)

Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group ISBN: 9781541599666

Ariana Grande always wanted to be a star. After honing her voice in community theater, Grande landed her first big role in a Broadway musical. On the Nickelodeon show Victorious, her dream of singing before a national audience came true. Soon Grande's music career was ready to soar. Her albums sold millions of copies, and fans from around the world flocked to see her perform. When tragedy struck her concert in Manchester, England, Grande responded with care and support for her fans. Trace Grande's journey from local talent to global superstar and see how she rocks the stage, advocates for mental health, and speaks up for women everywhere.