The Cookie Stall (STEAM Stories Art) by Jonathan Litton

$15.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists | Series: STEAM Stories

Max and Suzy have baked some delicious cookies to sell, but no one is coming to their stall to buy any! Can the dynamic duo use their creativity to make their cookies more attractive and encourage people to visit their stall? Help them be creative with a range of materials, use your imagination, and exp eriment with different techniques and colors in this fun, interactive art story. STEAM Stories is a series of interactive picture books, each introducing a different STEAM topic: Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Join dynamic duo Max and Suzy in these action-packed problem-solving adventures which introduce children to key STEAM concepts through a gripping, interactive story. A review section at the back of each book highlights the key topics, invites children to relate the story to their own experiences, and improves reading comprehension. This STEAM story introduces different concepts of art, including drawing, design, and mixing colors. Together with Max and Suzy, young learners will explore the wonders of art. ...Show more

Art-tastic (HB) by Sarah Pepperle; Christchurch Art Gallery Te Puna o Waiwhetū

$30.00 NZD

Category: NZ Non Fiction

This Art-tastic activity book has some of the best art you'll ever see in Aotearoa New Zealand. And don't freak out, but you'll probably learn stuff too. By the time you've finished, you'll have your own artists' workbook full of artworks that will possibly make you famous at home (if not around the wo rld).  Bold, bright, daring and a little bit BANANAS, Art-tastic gets into the nitty gritty of how to look at, connect with and make art.  ...Show more

Edouard Manet (In the Picture With...) by Iain Zaczek

$24.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists | Series: In the Picture with

This title looks at the life and works of Edouard Manet, including an examination of paintings such as Music in the Tuileries Gardens, Monet in his Floating Studio, Le Dejeuner sur l'Herbe (The Luncheon on the Grass), A Bar at the Folies-Bergere, Gare Saint-Lazare, Portrait of Emile Zola and The Banks o f the Seine at Argenteuil. It looks at the techniques and colour palette that Manet used in these works, encouraging readers to look more closely at the interesting elements of each painting. It also includes a timeline of his life, information on museums and galleries where his work is currently displayed and a chance for readers to use what they have learned to make their own painting in the style of Edouard Manet. ...Show more

Leonardo da Vinci by Isabel Munoz

$22.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

Meet Leonardo da Vinci and discover the story of his life and work in this engagingly illustrated biography.   Why could Leonardo da Vinci paint the human form so accurately, in all its beauty? How was he educated and trained as an artist? What inspired his most famous work, including The Last Supp er and the Mona Lisa? And what fun machine did he invent? Find out about this unique artist and the many areas, from architecture to flight, he drew on and influenced. Appealing illustrations, information on his breakthroughs and successes, and an index of major events reveal how da Vinci left his mark on humanity. A timeline and simple quiz at the end of the book help kids test their understanding and knowledge.   ...Show more

Street Art (EDGE) by Rita Storey

$23.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists | Series: Edge: Street

This is your chance to get the inside track on the hottest street scenes today. - Incredible installations - Hot video links - Inspirational photos - Star artists - Art styles Could you be a street art star of the future? EDGE Street Art is written specifically for readers who struggle with longer sente nces and paragraphs, but who want to find out more about this dynamic high-interest area. Perfect for readers aged 7 and up. ...Show more

Buildings, Bridges and Tunnels (It'll Never Work) by Jon Richards

$25.00 NZD

Category: Design & Architecture

Have you ever wondered what made human beings want to reach for the skies by building higher and higher? And how they did it? Learn all about the the history of construction in It'll Never Work: Buildings, Bridges and Tunnels, a book that explores the medieval castles, underwater hotels, tunnels under t he sea and the successes and failures that have led to the building feats that we know today. ...Show more

Pablo Picasso by Jane Kent

$22.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

A new series of illustrated books specifically designed for children in elementary education, narrating the stories of those great historical figures who have left their mark on humanity in fields such as science, art, exploration, music and other subjects. Young readers will be able to read all about t hese famous people's main achievements, experiencing the main steps of their lives through Isabel Munoz's engaging illustrations, and finding out some curious facts about their work and success. In the six volumes of the series, children will be fascinated by the genial and revolutionary intuition of Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci's vast breadth of expertise, the incredible discoveries about space made by Galileo Galilei, Mozart's infinite musical creativity, the masterpieces created by Picasso and Van Gogh. There is an index at the end of each volume listing the main biographical events and some simple quizzes will help children to further understand and test their knowledge. AGES: 6 plus ...Show more

D.E.S.I.G.N by Ewa Solarz

$40.00 NZD

Category: Design & Architecture

The story of design in a nutshell D.E.S.I.G.N. is a fascinating review of 69 of the most innovative household items from the past 150 years - from the classic to the most crazy. These are icons of design from the most eminent designers in the world, from the 'Le Corbusier' chair by Philippe Starck, to t he 'Puddle Vase' by Aalto. Through light and witty descriptions, colourful anecdotes and bold illustrations, D.E.S.I.G.N entertains, amazes and teaches us about the origins, aesthetics and form of objects that surround us. Designers include: Charles Rennie Macintosh; Alvar Aalto; Arne Jacobsen; Charles & Ray Eames; Philippe Starck; Frank Gehry; and many others. Designs span 1859 to 2009. Objects include: chairs; tables; beds; an orange juicer; shelves and storage; a bath; lights; and much more. ...Show more

The Story of Buildings by Patrick Dillon

$23.00 NZD

Category: Design & Architecture

From straw huts to skyscrapers, palaces to arts centres, 'The Story of Buildings' takes us on a journey across continents and over centuries. Patrick Dillon selects 16 of the most iconic buildings from around the world including the Parthenon, Notre Dame Cathedral, the Taj Mahal, the Forbidden City, the Bauhaus, Crystal Palace, the Sydney Opera House and the Pompidou Centre, and tells the remarkable human story behind each of them. Stephen Biesty's detailed, intricate cross-sections allow us to see inside these incredible structures and appreciate the inspiration of their creators. ...Show more

Maori Art For Kids by Julie Noanoa & Norm Heke

$25.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

This collection of 15 projects offers children aged 7 and over a range of unique Maori art experiences. Practical skills cover sculpture, photography, design, paint, mixed media, collage and more. Easy-to-follow instructions include illustrations of the steps involved, using everyday craft materials, re cycled and found objects. Examples of taonga (treasures) created by leading contemporary artists are shown alongside each project with a brief explanation of the object, its purpose and use in the past and present. While teaching as a museum/art gallery educator, the author had numerous requests from parents, teachers and educators over the years for ideas on how they could teach art and Maori culture to their children. These projects have been compiled in response to those requests, along with research and observation about how children connect with art. By engaging in these projects children will recognise that art takes many forms and can be enjoyed by everyone. This book will appeal to anyone looking for art activities that focus on Maori art and culture, and will suit both girls and boys. An emphasis on upcycling means that the ideas are accessible to the budget conscious without compromising on quality. Parents, grandparents, caregivers, primary school teachers, early childhood educators and community youth groups will find it a valuable resource. ...Show more

Stories of Famous Artworks by Stepanka Sekaninova

$28.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

Vincent Van Gogh by Isabel Munoz

$22.00 NZD

Category: Art & Artists

A new series of illustrated books specifically designed for children in elementary education, narrating the stories of those great historical figures who have left their mark on humanity in fields such as science, art, exploration, music and other subjects. Young readers will be able to read all about t hese famous people's main achievements, experiencing the main steps of their lives through Isabel Munoz's engaging illustrations, and finding out some curious facts about their work and success. In the six volumes of the series, children will be fascinated by the genial and revolutionary intuition of Einstein, Leonardo da Vinci's vast breadth of expertise, the incredible discoveries about space made by Galileo Galilei, Mozart's infinite musical creativity, the masterpieces created by Picasso and Van Gogh. There is an index at the end of each volume listing the main biographical events and some simple quizzes will help children to further understand and test their knowledge. AGES: 6 plus ...Show more