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For centuries, the horse has served man and inspired his respect. Whether packing a load of new-found gold in California or gallantly leading the cavalry in battle at Waterloo, the horse has long been an essential partner in human endeavor. In this coloring book, gifted animal illustrator John Green and writer Robert Stephen Kendal team up to create a marvelous pictorial history of the horse-the species Equus caballus. Now horse lovers can learn fascinating facts about horses-history, breeds, types and more, while they color exciting scenes of horses in the fields, racing, at shows and in battle. Here are 42 detailed line drawings of stallions and mares from all over the world. Included are an exotic Arabian steed shown mounted by one of Napoleon's cuirassiers, and the familiar mustang roaming free on the western range. Informative captions provide accurate background and information on each breed. You'll also find a glossary to help you determine the proper color shades, patterns and combinations to use as you create your own impressions of this time-honored companion to man. Dover Original. Learn More

Detailed, accurate drawings of 44 familiar blooms: fringed gentian, lady slipper, ivy-leaved morning glory, yellow iris, globe thistle, wild calla, desert marigold, many more. Captions give flower's height, coloring, common and botanical names, other information. Excellent source of royalty-free illustrations for artists and craftspeople. Color illustrations on covers. Dover Original. Learn More

Forty-four detailed drawings recall the glory of a magnificent civilization. Full-page illustrations of Cleopatra, Ramses II, arts and crafts, funerary practices, warfare, architectural monuments, and more are featured, along with captions. Educational entertainment for colorists of all ages; inexpensive source of royalty-free graphics for commercial artists. Learn More

This fascinating book combines the creative fun of coloring with an exciting sense of discovery as it realistically portrays many facets of life during the Middle Ages, one of history's most dramatic and eventful periods. Forty-two authentically detailed drawings depict daily activities in castle, village, monastery, field, and forest, evoking the excitement and pageantry of tournaments, sieges, banquets, battles, and fairs. Whether the illustrations depict a lord playing chess with his son or a peddler selling his wares, the true look and feel of medieval life comes through, from architectural details to the particulars of dress at all levels of society. Dover Original. 48 pages. Learn More

Twenty-five exceptionally clear and detailed anatomical plates — with labels and extensive captions — depict the skeleton, spine, bones, joints, skull, muscles, skin and limbs; heart, stomach, other organs; respiratory, reproductive and digestive systems; development of a fetus and much more. Within reach of grade-school-age children. Dover Original. Learn More

This carefully chosen selection of beautiful floral paintings--reproduced in card format--includes works by a wide range of major artists, particularly those of the Impressionist and Post impressionist movements. Ideal for sending brief messages to flower lovers. They can also be framed or simply added to a personal collection. 24 full-color cards on 6 plates with captions included. 9 x 12 From Dover. Learn More

6 of the artist's most famous paintings reproduced as postcards. Includes "Central Line" and "Multicolored Circle". From Dover Publications. Learn More

Early American craftsmen made a vital contribution to the development of this country, and they are still a very important part of our heritage. This coloring book provides illustrations of 22 once widespread crafts: wigmakers, glassblowers, hatters, coopers, tinsmiths, and more. Tools of the trade are also illustrated and captions provide basic information on each craft. Dover Original. Learn More

The Modern Age (1850 to 1994) – Introduce your child to the marvelous story of world civilizations with the final volume of this best-selling history series. Where was the Crystal Palace? Who was the Sick Man of Europe? And how did cow fat start a revolution? Susan Wise Bauer leads you on a fascinating journey through the cultures, conflicts, and ideas that continue to shape our world. This read-aloud book is designed for parents to share with elementary-school children, or for older readers to enjoy alone. Turn it into a full-year curriculum with the accompanying Activity Book (sold separately), which provides map exercises, review questions, reading lists (fiction and nonfiction), research ideas, and fun projects. Parents of older students (4th grade and up) can use the Tests (sold separately) to evaluate progress, with multiple-choice, short answer, and essay questions for each chapter. Learn More

Some of the most memorable van Gogh paintings, including one of his best-known self-portraits, as well as Starry Night, finely reproduced in full color, ready to share with friends on any occasion. Use as postcards, bookmarks, or just add to your personal collection. From Dover. Learn More

Renowned for his studies of ballerinas, both on stage and off, Degas excelled at capturing fleeting, transitory gestures. This collection features six of his most popular paintings of dancers: The Dance Examination, The Dance Class, Dancer in a Rose Dress, The Rehearsal, and two titled Four Dancers.6 pages.Dimensions: 4 3/16 x 5 3/4 Dover Original. Learn More

Help your student form a solid understanding of the Spanish language. Building on the basics, this book covers common phrases, functional vocabulary, conjugation of verbs, basic grammar, and sentence structure. Over 100 pages of reproducible activities get your students started on the path to speaking and writing Spanish. The activities provided offer fun and varied exercises to practice concepts and vocabulary. Students learn to tell time, formulate sentences,conjugate verbs, pose and answer questions, and make comparisons—all while learning about Spanish-speaking culture. Learn More

Test Time! Earth & Space Science, Grades 5-6: Practice Books that Meet the Standards. Encourages students to formulate a pre-test plan of action. Also demonstrates how to break down questions into more manageable parts. Includes tips for remembering and applying laws and principles of science. Familiarizes students with questions that mirror those on actual exams. Grades 5-6. From Walch Education. Learn More

More than fifteen centuries after its fall, the Roman Empire remains one of the most formative influences on the history of Europe. Its physical remains dot the landscape from Scotland to Syria. Its cities are still the great metropolises of the continent. Its law and institutions have shaped modern practice, and its ideal of a united Europe has haunted politicians ever since. Fully illustrated and featuring more than sixty full- color maps, this atlas traces the rise and fall of the first great multinational state. It looks at its provinces and cities, its trade and economy, its armies and frontier defenses; follows its foreign ward and internecine struggles; and charts its transformation into a Christian theocracy and its fall in 476. Learn More

Spectrum Test Prep Grade 4 includes strategy-based activities for language arts and math, test tips to help answer questions, and critical thinking and reasoning. The Spectrum Test Prep series for grades 1 to 8 was developed by experts in education and was created to help students improve and strengthen their test-taking skills. The activities in each book not only feature essential practice in reading, math, and language arts test areas, but also prepare students to take standardized tests. Students learn how to follow directions, understand different test formats, use effective strategies to avoid common mistakes, and budget their time wisely. Step-by-step solutions in the answer key are included. Learn More

Italic Letters: Calligraphy & Handwriting from Getty-Dubay. For professional and amateur calligraphers, art teachers, and anyone who wants to learn calligraphy and improve handwriting legibility using a broad-edged pen. The four styles included in the manual are basic, formal, chancery, and cursive. 8 1/2 x 11, 128 pgs Learn More

Teach Them Spanish! is for the teacher who has a little knowledge of Spanish and a lot of enthusiasm! This book guides you through practical lessons in beginning Spanish so that students with little or no previous Spanish will experience the thrill of success with a second language. Lessons, appropriate for kindergarten, are organized by topics familiar to the student, such as colors, clothing, food, family, and animals. Each lesson includes a simple-to-follow teacher lesson plan, a practice page, and activity pages. Lessons also include games, puzzles, songs, chants, and writing activities. Try this fun and practical program for teaching and learning basic Spanish. From Carson-Dellosa. Learn More

Create your own comic book world with the Faber-Castell Comic Illustration set! This complete Comic Illustration set was developed with professional Comics to include everything a beginner needs to get started drawing their own superheroes. Step-by-step instructions guide beginners on creating their own unique characters. Learn the basics of drawing shapes, Creating shadows, proportions, body parts, perspective and much more! Learn Comic Illustration in three phases: drawing, inking and coloring. Learn the usage options of each drawing tool and specific techniques for each item within this Comic Illustration set. This complete set features a variety of drawing tools any comic artist needs. This drawing kit includes: 3 Pitt Artist Pens (brush, fine and extra fine nibs), 6 goldfaber colored pencils (white, Gray, red, light Flesh, yellow, blue) and Graphite pencils, pencil sharpener, grip Matic mechanical Pencil with TK blue ink refills (used by the pros for initial sketches) and dust free eraser. From comic storytelling to creating your own comic book cover, the Comic Illustration set will guide you along the way! Create unique characters like the amazing family of superheroes and tell their visual story through creative illustration. See your artwork come to life with the very best art materials. Faber-Castell creative Studio products are designed for students and hobby artists to unleash their creativity and express themselves With unique Creations Learn More

Teach Them Spanish! is for the teacher who has a little knowledge of Spanish and a lot of enthusiasm! This book guides you through practical lessons in beginning Spanish so that students with little or no previous Spanish will experience the thrill of success with a second language. Lessons, appropriate for kindergarten, are organized by topics familiar to the student, such as colors, clothing, food, family, and animals. Each lesson includes a simple-to-follow teacher lesson plan, a practice page, and activity pages. Lessons also include games, puzzles, songs, chants, and writing activities. Try this fun and practical program for teaching and learning basic Spanish. From Carson-Dellosa. Learn More

Teach Them Spanish! is for the teacher who has a little knowledge of Spanish and a lot of enthusiasm! This book guides you through practical lessons in beginning Spanish so that students with little or no previous Spanish will experience the thrill of success with a second language. Lessons, appropriate for kindergarten, are organized by topics familiar to the student, such as colors, clothing, food, family, and animals. Each lesson includes a simple-to-follow teacher lesson plan, a practice page, and activity pages. Lessons also include games, puzzles, songs, chants, and writing activities. Try this fun and practical program for teaching and learning basic Spanish. From Carson-Dellosa. Learn More

Teach Them Spanish! is for the teacher who has a little knowledge of Spanish and a lot of enthusiasm! This book guides you through practical lessons in beginning Spanish so that students with little or no previous Spanish will experience the thrill of success with a second language. Lessons, appropriate for kindergarten, are organized by topics familiar to the student, such as colors, clothing, food, family, and animals. Each lesson includes a simple-to-follow teacher lesson plan, a practice page, and activity pages. Lessons also include games, puzzles, songs, chants, and writing activities. Try this fun and practical program for teaching and learning basic Spanish. From Carson-Dellosa. Learn More

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain: The Definitive, 4th Edition is the world's most widely used drawing instruction book. Whether you are drawing as a professional artist, as an artist in training, or as a hobby, this book will give you greater confidence in your ability and deepen your artistic perception, as well as foster a new appreciation of the world around you. This revised/updated fourth edition includes: •a new preface and introduction; •crucial updates based on recent research on the brain's plasticity and the enormous value of learning new skills/ utilizing the right hemisphere of the brain; •new focus on how the ability to draw on the strengths of the right hemisphere can serve as an antidote to the increasing left-brain emphasis in American life-the worship of all that is linear, analytic, digital, etc.; •an informative section that addresses recent research linking early childhood "scribbling" to later language development and the importance of parental encouragement of this activity; •and new reproductions of master drawings throughout A life-changing book, this fully revised and updated edition of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is destined to inspire generations of readers to come. Paperback. 320 pages. Learn More

In this carefully researched and rendered coloring book, artist Peter Copeland dramatically portrays 42 outstanding Native Americans who lived during the 17th through 20th centuries. Depicted in historical settings or posing with tribal accoutrements are such noted leaders as Queen Allaquippa of the Delawares greeting a young George Washington; Gertrude Simmons Bonnin of the Yankton Sioux, a remarkable author, reformer, orator, and musician; Joseph Brant of the Mohawk, who led his people against the French and Americans in wars of the colonial era; Geronimo, the most famous of Apache chieftains; and other extraordinary figures. Dover Original. Learn More

Carefully researched, finely rendered collection of ready-to-color illustrations pays tribute to 45 remarkable African Americans — among them Frederick Douglass, Thurgood Marshall, Marian Anderson, Martin Luther King, Jr., Mother Hale, Althea Gibson, Duke Ellington, Ralph Ellison, Katherine Dunham, and many others. Captions describe accomplishments. Dover Original. Learn More