This title offers an exclusive look at the making of "The Hunger Games" through images and interviews, covering the screenwriting, casting, sets, costumes, performances, and the director's vision, making it the ultimate companion to the film.
A companion guide to Panem, the world in the "Hunger Games," as portrayed in the motion picture based on the novel by Suzanne Collins.
Veronica Roth's #1 New York Times bestselling novel Divergent is now a major motion picture starring Shailene Woodley, Theo James, and Kate Winslet! With never-before-seen photos; personal interviews with the directors, actors, and writers; and exclusive extras, this lush, oversize volume is a true behind-the-scenes look at the filming of Divergent. And don't miss The Fates Divide, Veronica Roth's powerful sequel to the bestselling Carve the Mark!
"Before Anna saved Arendelle, she was a girl looking for a friend!" -- page 4 of cover
Before she was Queen of Arendelle, Elsa was a young princess with a magical gift. Elsa cannot wait to spend time with her family at their summer home. Her powers seem to be getting stronger every day, and their family vacation seems to be the perfect opportunity to test out her icy abilities. But while Anna can spend all day playing outside, Queen Iduna tells Elsa she must continue her lessons to prepare for her future as Queen. As magical mishaps seem to happen more and more, Elsa begins to wonder if she has what it takes to one day become Queen of Arendelle and if the powers she always believed made her special might be a curse after all...
Relive the adventure of the live action motion picture with this photo-packed storybook featuring film imagery on every page!
The guardians are on vacation! But can they take a vacation from their duties...'
A middle grade novel by Kate Egan, Golden Ticket, explores friendship, academic anxiety, and what it means to be special.“It’s practically like a private school,” Mrs. Silver said bitterly. “The best teacher, for such a tiny group of students. Who wouldn’t succeed in a class like that?” She took off her sunglasses to glare at the dad. “Those kids get picked out when they’re seven years old, and they get handed a golden ticket. Of course they become stars.”Eleven-year-old Ash McNulty is one of the “gifted and talented” kids at her school, spending most of her day in a special class with a few other advanced students. As the end of fifth grade rolls around, she should be on top of the world. According to everyone, she’s going to rock junior high!But Ash has a secret: She can’t keep up with her advanced classmates anymore. The minute she asks for help though, everyone will know she’s not who they think she is. She’s not so smart. She might not even be that special. And her parents will be crushed to discover the truth.If Ash can win the Quiz Bowl, though, that will show everyone that she is still on top. If she gets a lucky break ahead of time, all the better.Except that “lucky break” backfires . . .And Ash is left to question everything she thought she knew about school, friends, and success.
In a classroom where every student is considered a scientist, Stanley faces a challenge regarding his unique flatness. Accused of cheating in playground games by his classmate Josie and his little brother Arthur, he embarks on a scientific exploration to understand how his flatness impacts his abilities. This engaging story combines themes of friendship, self-acceptance, and the scientific method as Stanley seeks to prove that being different can be an advantage.
The story revolves around best friends Stanley and Marco as they navigate their differing ideas on how to entertain their new classroom pet hamster. While Marco favors an obstacle course, Stanley proposes a maze. Ultimately, Stanley's unique flatness allows him to creatively combine both concepts, showcasing teamwork and problem-solving. This delightful tale highlights friendship, collaboration, and the joy of imaginative play.