Sarah Walden stands as a distinguished British art restorer, whose profound expertise was honed at prestigious institutions and through hands-on work with masterpieces. Her critical approach to restoration diverges from established Anglo-American styles, probing the ethics and techniques involved in art conservation. Through her writings and lectures, she has significantly elevated the discourse surrounding the preservation of artistic heritage. Her work reflects a meticulous understanding of art and its enduring legacy.
Filled with 24 engaging Christmas activities, this fill-in activity book offers young children a fun way to celebrate each day of advent. Kids can use 150 stickers to personalize a Christmas jumper, create their own cards, and design a gingerbread house. The book also includes puzzles like word searches and Christmas Sudoku, along with interactive tasks such as counting reindeer and spotting Santa, ensuring a festive and entertaining experience throughout the holiday season.
Exploring the essence of technology, this book delves into its historical roots, tracing the use of tools from prehistoric times to modern innovations. It examines the problems technology addresses, the minds behind its inventions, and its potential role in environmental conservation. By tackling these significant questions, the book encourages readers to reflect on the impact of technology on society and the planet, emphasizing the urgency of understanding its implications for the future.
Exploring the significance of drama, this guide introduces young readers to fundamental concepts such as the nature of drama and its impact on understanding the world. By posing engaging questions, it encourages children aged 5 and up to think critically about the role of plays and the benefits of drama in their lives. This series aims to lay the groundwork for lifelong learning by simplifying complex ideas for young minds.
Celebrating the rich diversity of wildlife in Britain and northern Europe, this beautifully illustrated book serves as both a spotter's guide and a source of folklore and literary references. It invites children to explore the captivating world of animals, birds, plants, and trees, encouraging curiosity and appreciation for nature. Each entry is designed to engage young readers, making it a delightful resource for learning and discovery.
Do you dream of singing live on stage? Are you fascinated by percussion? Do you want to organise the world's largest music festival? From classical composers to reggae and disco, from magnificent musical instruments to the best gigs in town, this practical guide teaches you all about live music, the record business and how to start your own band.
From the ancient origins of performance to the emerging digital world fusing art and technology, this book provides an amazing insight into theatre, television and film. This guide showcases the many different roles required to create a blockbuster movie or West End production and then tells you exactly how to do it at home!
What is science? ask questions such as: how can science help us? why is science important? what can you do with science? and provides the answers in simple and clear way. Featuring illustrations from Katie Rewse that engage the reader with familiar settings, this is a perfect introduction to science at Key Stage 1.
Sheep and his hilarious friends teach you how to bake. Covering eight core baking skills including delicious sponge cakes, breads, biscuits, gluten-free and dairy-free bakes plus much more, this baking book is packed full of step- by-step photographic instructions and colourful illustrations. Sheep may not be able to bake, but you can!
Join Llama, Guinea Pig and Parrot as Llama learns how to cook over 70 recipes, from a simple boiled egg to a roast chicken dinner. With core techniques, key ingredients and popular dishes illustrated with step-by-step photography and hilarious animal characters, this first cookery book delivers essential life skills for readers of all ages.