New Releases by Stephanie Turnbull

Features step-by-step instructions for magic tricks that can be done with the mind and the body alone, without major props.

This book introduces the beginner magician to a variety of tricks using pen and paper. Step-by-step instructions and helpful illustrations teach the reader how to learn and perform amazing tricks.

Uses photos to help describe the changes that happen to the weather, plants, and animals in fall. Mentions the holidays and events that usually occur in fall months.

"A fun magazine-like book for preteen and teen girls on crafty ways to make and keep memories of events. Includes information on decorating, writing in, and hiding a private diary. Also includes idea for using photos to create scrapbooks and other photo keepsakes, such as mugs"--Provided by publisher.

"A fun magazine-like book for preteen and teen girls on party planning. Includes ideas for themed parties, crafts and games for entertainment, and recipes for snacks and meals"--Provided by publisher.

"A fun magazine-like book for preteen and teen girls on crafty ways to make and present gifts. Includes information on materials that work best and step-by-step instructions to create cards, envelopes, photo frames, cookies, and other treats for girls"--

"A fun magazine-like book for preteen and teen girls on ways to be healthy. Includes information on hygiene, eating right, fitness, and well-being"--Provided by publisher.

What do the heart and lungs do? How do we see and hear, and how food is digested? Your Body takes kids on an amazing tour of the human body, introducing them to how the body works in a fun and visually stimulating format. Part of an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own, this easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

"Uses photos to help describe the changes that happen to the weather, plants, and animals in fall. Mentions the holidays and events that usually occur in fall months"--

"Provides easy-to-follow instructions for many creative art projects including: perspective drawing, photo collage, watercolor painting, and many more. Helps readers develop important artistic skills in a fun and engaging format"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction on whales, the big beasts in the ocean. Describes how whales swim, find food, communicate, and care for their young. Also mentions the different kinds of whales and their differences"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction on alligators, the big beasts in lakes and rivers. Describes how alligators swim and walk, find food, communicate, and care for their young. Also mentions how they are different from crocodiles"--Provided by publisher.

"An introduction on giraffes, the big beasts in African grasslands. Describes how giraffes move, find food, communicate, and care for their young"--Provided by publisher.

Provides readers with acting techniques, presents different kinds of stage shows, and explains how to create costumes and apply makeup. Encourages readers to practice acting skills to hone their performance skills. Lists potential careers that actors and performers have.

Describes the types of skills useful for putting on a circus show. Includes step-by-step instructions on basic tricks, stunts, and performances such as juggling, plate spinning, tumbling, acrobatics, clown costumes and performances, and more. Encourages readers to practice and hone their performance skills.

"Learning and performing tricks is the beginning middle and end of this book. With simple illustration and strong step-by-step instructions students will learn from basic tricks, to fun ""illusions,"" and gain confidence along the way."

Lots of brilliant and original ideas for things to make with paper, including a fairytale castle picture, pop-up cards, paper gliders and masks, and fabulous flowers and paper chains. Ages: 5+ Quick and easy projects using materials found at home with clear step-by-step instructions two pages of colourful stickers for adding special effects. Ages: 5+

Each book in this series deals with one type of magic. It explains the nature of the tricks and the effect that they have on the audience. Clear step-by-step instructions will also help the reader to perfect their technique.

Beth sydd y tu mewn i''r corff? Taith o gwmpas y corff i ddarganfod beth mae''r galon a''r ysgyfaint yn ei wneud, ble mae bwyd yn mynd a llawer mwy. Mae''r teitl hwn yn rhan o gyfres gyffrous i blant sy''n dechrau darllen ar eu pennau eu hunain. Addasiad o Your Body (Usborne Beginners). -- Cyngor Llyfrau Cymru

Sommarfuglar er flygande insekt med vakre vengjer som byrjar livet som larver. Her kan ein blant anna lese om korleis larvene blir til sommarfuglar og kva dei et og mye meir om desse spesielle insekta. Bak i boka blir vanskelege ord og uttrykk forklart, og det er ei side med spørsmål knytte til teksten ein har lese. "Små faktabøker" er ein serie bøker for barn som nettopp har lært å lese. Bøkene er illustrerte med fargebilete, har stor skrift og enkel tekst. Faktabok for småskole-/mellomtrinnet.

Usborne Local 034-06-06 $8.95.

Who were the ancient Egyptians? Why did they build pyramids and how were mummies made? In this book you''ll find the answers and lots more about life in ancient Egypt. Egyptians is part of an exciting series of books for children who are beginning to read on their own. The easy-to-read text has been specially written with the help of a reading expert.

Have you ever wondered what''s inside you? Take a tour around your amazing body and find out what your heart and lungs do, how you see and hear, where food goes and lots more.

Have you ever wondered what happens to the things you throw away? In this book you can find out more about trash and follow its journey to be buried, burned, or recycled into something new.

Comment la chenille se métamorphose-t-elle en papillon ? Que mangent les papillons ? Qu''est-ce qu''un papillon de nuit ? Ce livre t''apporte les réponses à ces questions et à bien d''autres encore au sujet de ces insectes fascinants. Chenilles et papillons fait partie d''une nouvelle collection passionnante pour les jeunes enfants qui commencent à lire tout seuls.

T''es-tu déjà demandé ce que deviennent les choses que tu jettes ? Ce livre te fera découvrir comment les déchets sont enterrés, brûlés ou recyclés pour fabriquer quelque chose de nouveau. Les déchets et le recyclage fait partie d''une collection passionnante pour les jeunes enfants qui commencent à lire tout seuls.