TITLES 2013
COOL BOOKS FOR CREATIVE
KIDS
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Doo-Doo Doodles
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Make Faces
17 I Love Photo Sticker!
4
Do Nice. Be Kind. Spread Happy
18 My Nail Parlor
5
Secrets of the Apple Tree
19 Temporary Tattoo Studio
33 Make a Mobile
6
Sploodles!
20 Disaster: Planet Earth!
34 Outdoor Wonderland
7
Splories!
21 Eye Benders
35 Super Gliders
8
Zoo Faces
22 Paper Pets
36 Shrink Charms
9
Totally Epic Headdresses
23 Cards That Pop
37 Glam My Watch
10
Myths in 30 Seconds
24 Where Does My Dinner Come From? 38 Lucky Origami
11
Space in 30 Seconds
25 Flowerpot Farm
39 Secret Origami series
12
Wild About Horses
26 This Was Made by Me
40 Feltie Fashion
13
Painting Face
27 This Belongs to Me
41 Feltie Friends series
14
My Petite Patisserie
28 A Year in My Life
42 Wall Art series
15
My Sketch & Flip Wardrobe
29 My Life in a Book
43 Fashion Rookie
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Make Your Own Superhero Movie
30 String Things
44 Paper Mayhem series
31 Paper Play, Tape Makes
45 Fontastic
32 Explore series
46 Little Learners series 47 Test Lab, Kitchen Chaos 48 Contacts
w w w. i v y p r e s s . c o . u k
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Spring 2014 Doo-Doo Doodles Age 5+ Don’t be shy, do a poo in this book! In fact, do lots! This fun doodie-themed doodle book is
A light-hearted, poothemed doodle book
waiting to be covered with icky pictures and gloopy, poopy drawings. Guaranteed to have kids in fits of giggles, the drawing activities are funny (and even occasionally educational!). Grace Danico’s lovely illustrations provide the backdrop for the droppings and Chris Harrison’s
Potty humor will have kids in fits of giggles
comic writing adds wit to the potty humor. Kids will be desperate to do a doo-doo doodle!
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 64pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Pencil illustrations provide a pretty backdrop to the droppings!
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Fall 2013 Make Faces Age 5+ Did your mother ever tell you it was rude to make faces? Well not anymore! Scribble silly pictures in
Witty, whimsical doodle prompts
this lighthearted doodle book with a difference. The funny, quirky drawing prompts will engage young and old, boys and girls, artists and amateurs alike. Add features to fruit to create cool characters, artfully arrange objects to make face-shapes, and add expressions to people and
Beautiful, simple, ink artwork
things! There’s no pressure to be an accomplished artist, as the humorous face-based art activities are drawn in Abigail Burch’s wonderfully carefree illustrative style. Encourages kids to be creative
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 96pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Other titles Animoodles
Rights Sold UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Do Nice. Be Kind. Spread Happy Age 7+ Niceness ninjas and happiness heroes, unite! This quirky book is jam packed with awesome activities
for
spreading
joy
and
A bumper book of kindness acts for kids
kindness
throughout the land, with a side order of magic and mischief. Are you sneaky enough to pull off a “reverse robbery,” by sliding a treat into someone’s bag or pocket? Or become a mean,
Fun and quirky approach makes the subject cool
clean, tidying machine, picking trash off the street? Evidence shows that kids (and adults!) who act kindly are happier and more popular, proving that it really is nice to be nice.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 112pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Colorful and attractive illustrations make the pages pop
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Fall 2013 Secrets of the Apple Tree Age 3+ Who lives around the apple tree? Shine a light
Nonfiction first nature book for young children
behind the page and see . . . This beautifully illustrated book will introduce children to the joys of nature, and show what wonderful secrets are revealed if you look a little closer. By holding Explores a single habitat in detail
a light behind each page, children can see the creatures who make a tree their home, from the worms who live among the roots to the birds who nest high up in the branches. The clever “see-through” reading technique creates an experience of interactive learning, simultaneously showing both the surface and what is hidden underneath.
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to s in s
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Other titles Secrets of the Pumpkin Patch Secrets of the Seashore Secrets of the Riverbank
ge to light pa
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hold th e
Specification 260mm x 260mm, 36pp, 4-col throughout, hardback
Children can “see through” the pages by holding a light behind them, revealing something hidden
id e hid d e
n
Rights sold UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Sploodles! Age 7+ Use every color of the rainbow to draw a mermaid climbing a tree! Use straight lines to draw a fluffy
Over 9,000 possible doodle instructions
bunny sailing a tiny boat! This zany drawing book makes doodling into a fun-filled game. Use the split-page randomizer to get a drawing instruction that is totally bonkers. The top level of the split tells you how to do your sploodle. The middle level tells you who to sploodle, and
Makes drawing a fun-filled challenge
the bottom tells you what they should be doing. Once you have your instruction, flip to the sketchbook and start sploodling! Specification 270mm x 210mm, 96pp, 4-col throughout, semi-concealed wiro, split pages
Playful illustrations complement the quick-fire nature of the activity
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Spring 2014 Splories! Age 7+ This zany writing book will spark the imagination, and make story-telling into a fun-filled game.
Over 9,000 possible doodle instructions
Randomly flip the split-page section at the front of this book to get a mashed-up splory writing instruction that is totally crazy. The top level of the split tells you what sort of splory to write. The middle level tells you who is in your splory, and the bottom tells you what they should be
Makes writing a fun-filled challenge
doing. Once you have your instruction, flip to the notebook section and write your splory!
Specification 270mm x 210mm, 96pp, 4-col throughout, semi-concealed wiro, split pages
Playful illustrations complement the wacky nature of the activity
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Spring 2014 Zoo Faces Age 7+ This funky papercraft and costume title by Hattie Newman contains the push-out pieces to create
Fabulous animal masks to make from press-out pieces
ten beautiful and easy to assemble animal face masks, including a zebra, a praying mantis, a tiger, and more. An accessible but rewarding crafting
activity,
the
assembly
instructions
are presented with simple, illustrated step-bysteps. The finished masks can be then used for
Cool, contemporary designs by TOP paper artist Hattie Newman
costume parties, parades, or simply for hours of imaginative play.
A fun paper craft and costume activity
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 112pp, 4-col throughout, paperback with perforated press-out pieces
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Spring 2014 Totally Epic Headdresses Age 7+ Forget flimsy paper hats. Be the coolest kid at the party with one of these totally epic paper headdresses. Inside the pages of this book are
Fabulous headdresses to assemble from press-out pieces
the push-out pieces to make five awesome headgear creations, including a Native American feathered headdress, a Mexican Day of the Dead skull, a dreamy midsummer’s night fairy crown, an imperial pharaoh’s headdress and a fabulous
Cool, contemporary designs by paper artist Hattie Newman
fruity carnival bonnet. Following the simple stepby-steps, with just a dab of glue and some sticky tape, kids can whip up a mega piece of costume to wear for a party, a festival, a parade, or just for fun.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 76pp, 4-col throughout, paperback with perforated press-out pieces
A fun paper craft and costume activity
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Just published 30 Seconds series - Myths Age 8+ This fresh and energetic series
30 marvellous myths from around the world
takes a rapid-fire “look and
are retold, each explained in neat 30-second
learn� approach to curriculum-
soundbites and supported by 3-second flash
linked
key
summaries with cool, colorful artwork in this
topics in each title are explained
attention-grabbing title. Words and illustrations
in neat 30-second soundbites,
are used memorably, making key stories from
supported
subjects.
by
The
30
flash
a range of cultures accessible and engaging
summaries, extra facts and info,
for young readers. Six themed sections cover
and cool artwork. And if all that
Creation Myths, Quests & Adventures, Creatures
isn't stimulating enough, then
& Monsters, Heroes & Tricksters, Earth, Water &
the
Sky, and Gods & Goddesses.
3-minute
3-second
active
missions
included throughout will further challenge lively young minds.
Specification 230mm x 180mm, 96pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Other titles Human Body Planet Earth Ideas That Changed the World Life on Earth
Rights sold Myths: UK, ANZ, French
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Just published 30 Seconds series - Space Age 8+ This
attention-grabbing
title
is
perfect
for
inquisitive cosmic kids aged 8—12. Topics range
An attention-grabbing approach to curriculum-linked reference subjects
from the Big Bang theory and ways in which scientists think the Universe might end, to what we know about distant planets and galaxies, as well as mind-boggling ideas about dark matter and aliens. Facts and information are delivered in bite-sized morsels, while exciting mini-missions
30 key topics, 30-second soundbites, 3-second summaries, and 3-minute challenges
challenge readers to test facts or find out more.
Lively design and fun cartoon-style artwork
Rights sold Space: UK, ANZ, French
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Spring 2014 Wild About Horses Age 7+ With quizzes, coloring activities, information, and
fact
flashes,
this
fun
book
contains
everything a kid needs to become a horse and
Fun facts and activities for horse and pony-mad kids
pony expert. From how to properly care for them to all the exciting things they can do together, From grooming, tacking up, and jumping to gymkhanas, this exciting and informative book is jam-packed with fun activities on everything
Information on breeds, horse sports, caring for horses, and more
horse-related. Fresh and modern illustration updates this perennially popular subject.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 80pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Other titles Wild About Cats Wild About Dogs
Modern illustration style updates this perennially popular topic
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Spring 2014 Painting Face Age 11+ This clever face painting book makes high art wearable, and allows you to get inside a number
A radically innovative approach to the topic
of modern masterpieces—literally! A fresh and radical way to get kids engaged with and enjoying modern art, 10 famous pieces are translated into fun face paint designs, with easy to follow stepby-steps. Info spreads throughout the book give context to the history and the background of
Ten modern art masterpieces transformed into face paint designs
the artists and their work, encouraging kids to think about the concepts and themes within the artworks.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 80pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Introduces the ideas and origins of ten key modern art movements
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Spring 2014 My Petite Patisserie Age 9+ Ooh
la
la!
In
this
patisserie-themed
first
cookbook, each recipe comes with its own specially designed press-out paper packaging or
Pretty cookbook featuring simple versions of French patisserie and sweet recipes
decoration. Easy versions of classic French treats are featured, such as tartes au citron, financiers, and
madeleines.
The
paper
press-outs
for
presenting the finished sweets range from simple gift boxes and lace doilies, to paper butterfly
Press-out paper makes included for presenting your finished recipes
decals. The simplified recipes are explained with illustrated step-by-step instructions, and introductory tips and cooking techniques are also covered. Specification 300mm x 250mm, 100pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, perforated press-out pieces
Presented with a chic, vintage, 1950s French illustration style
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Spring 2014 My Sketch & Flip Wardrobe Age 7+ Discover the outfits hiding in your closet, and be your own fashion stylist with My Sketch & Flip
Split-page fashion drawing book to mix and match outfits
Wardrobe! Just draw your own clothes onto the split pages, and flip through your own wardrobe to assemble cute and cool outfits. At the front of the book, a selection of inspirational illustrations and fashion tips explain how to compose outfits in well-known styles, such as bohemian, preppy,
Inspiration section gives hints and tips on how to create classic styles
and tomboy. This title doubles as a fun drawing and coloring activity, and is also a fabulous fashion tool for experimenting with different looks and trends. Great styling tool as well as a fun activity book
Specification 270mm x 140mm, 56pp, 4-col throughout, wirobound, split pages
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Spring 2014 Make Your Own Superhero Movie Age 9+ Picture the scene . . . you’re the writer, director, producer, and star actor in your own epic superhero blockbuster. Sounds too good to be
Concise, jargon-free guide that takes kids through the process of making their own movie
true? It’s not! This hands-on, practical book will run you through the process of making your own totally awesome superhero movie, from writing the script, through designing the costumes, shooting, and editing, to showing your finished movie. Along the way you’ll learn about the
Practical and to-the-point—everything in the book relates directly to the project
different types of shot, how to choose the right location, how to design a knockout poster for your film, storyboarding, and more!
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 48pp, 4-col throughout, paperback,
Other titles Make Your Own Horror Movie Make Your Own Action Movie
Mix of photography and illustration gives a cool, unisex, DIY comic strip vibe
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Spring 2014 I Love Photo Sticker! Age 7+ Inspired by the popularity of purikura sticker photobooths, we bring you I Love Photo Sticker! Simply glue photos of you and your friends on
15 themed collage pages for children to attach photos of themselves and their friends
to the themed collage pages, then decorate your pictures with some of the 500+ cute stickers. Add bunny ears, bows and accessories, as well as pretty kawaii decals. When your collage is complete, you can tear it out and fill in the details
Over 500 cute kawaii-themed vinyl stickers
of your happy memory on the back, and give it as a gift to a friend. Or fix it to your wall or keep in your locker to treasure your sweet memories forever!
Specification 210mm x 148mm, 52pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, perforated pages and vinyl stickers
Completed collages can be torn out and given as gifts to friends
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Spring 2014 My Nail Parlor Age 7+ With My Nail Parlor, kids can find high fashion at their fingertips! Using the three double-ended nail
18 step-by-step DIY designs, plus over 80 more nail art ideas
art pens and easy to follow step-by-step instructions, children can experiment with their own personal sense of style, turning their nails into miniature works of art. The classic brush end of the pens can be used to paint large areas of color, while the narrow pen nib is great for drawing details. The designs in the book
Free black, pink, and white double-ended nail pens
range in complexity, and cover all sorts of styles, from funky patterns to feminine flowers and glam leopard print. Great for best friends and sleepovers!
Specification 210mm x 210mm, 48pp, 4-col thoughout, paperback, nail pens included
Cool hand-drawn illos and close-up fashion blog-style photography
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Spring 2014 Temporary Tattoo Studio Age 7+ Get (temporarily) inked with the Temporary Tattoo Studio. This bumper book of body art
Hundreds of cool tattoo designs
comes with two temporary tattoo pens that are totally safe for illustrating your skin. The book is packed with cool designs to copy, and tear-out stencils for kids who aren’t so confident with their freehand skills. Choose from a range of classic tattoo design styles, including romantic hearts
Free temporary tattoo pens in red and black
and flowers, scary skulls and eyeballs, traditional tribal patterns, cute cartoons, and more. The stencils can be used as a basis to create more elaborate designs, and once torn out, can be stored in the book's back pocket. Specification 279mm x 216mm, 64pp, 2-col throughout, paperback, two tattoo pens included
Tear-out stencils help kids achieve a slick-looking tat
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Spring 2014 Disaster: Planet Earth! Age 10+ Are your days numbered? This fascinating title takes a look at the real and possible ways natural disasters could extinguish life on Earth. Apocalyptic
scenarios
include
Horribly fascinating subject!
supervolcano
eruptions, Gulf Stream shut-down, methane burps and more. Concise, factual text explains the science behind the catastrophes, backed up with clear diagrams and illustrations drawn
Graphic novel style artwork gives a contemporary feel
in a cool graphic-novel style. Experts in each field give their verdict on the likelihood of the impending Armageddon! This high-interest book will enthrall kids while touching on curriculum science and geography topics.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 80pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Other titles Pandemic
Touches on curriculum information
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Spring 2014 Eye Benders Age 10+ Astound your eyes and amaze your brain with this crazy book of optical illusions, and learn the science behind why they work. Find out
Boggle your brain with a selection of incredible illusions
why printed pictures appear to swirl madly in front of your eyes and why two colors that appear completely different are actually the same. Discover why your brain sees invisible faces appear in surprising places, and see whole
Understand the scientific reasons behind why you see what you see
images arise out of random patterns. This astonishing
science
book
will
engage
and
entertain, and leave you wondering: can you ever believe what you see? Learn why not to trust the evidence of your eyes!
Specification 250mm x 200mm, 64pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Rights sold US, Canadian, UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Paper Pets Age 8+ Young animal lovers can enjoy pressing-out and making these cool paper pets. And the best bit is they require no feeding and make no mess! Just like a real pet, each paper pet has its own
10 themed accessories—one to accompany each pet
character and distinctive style. A few of their “likes” and “dislikes” are listed to give a flavor of their personality. Cassidy the cool, ice-cream loving pup loves his beach-hut style kennel and Biba the stylish, fun-loving kitten loves to play but hates water. A wide range of pets are included: puppy, kitten, rabbit, mouse, lizard, guinea pig, pony, parrot, fish, and tortoise.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 68pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, perforated pages
Simple step-bysteps make the model-making fun and easy
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Spring 2014 Cards That Pop Age 7+ In this beautifully illustrated papercraft title, paper artist and engineer Lydia Crook’s appealing artworks can be cut out to create 12 super-stylish pop-up cards. Clear step-by-step instructions
12 stylish pop-up cards to make and send
explain the assembly process. The card interiors and covers are designed with some creative customizing in mind, whether it’s coloring in Lydia’s distinctive artwork, or suggestions for young artists to create their own designs. Choose from a wide selection of machines, including a Vespa scooter, a glorious ferris wheel, and a cool 10 characterful pets to press out, fold, and glue
ice-cream van. 12 envelopes are also included.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 78pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, perforated pages
Easy to assemble and fun to customize with illustration prompts
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Spring 2014 Where Does My Dinner Come From? Age 5+ This delightful and informative title tells little cooks all about where different kinds of food come from and how they are produced. The
A charming and informative look at food and food production
origins of the foodstuffs are also shown, from vegetable greenhouses, to paddy fields, to the sea. Divided into three sections—Breakfast, Lunch, and Dinner—the delicious and easy-tofollow step-by-step recipes included support
Featuring delicious recipes for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
children in engaging hands-on with the new information they have learnt. Specification 220mm x 220mm, 64pp, 4-col throughout, hardback
Gently introduces ideas about healthy eating and responsible consumption
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Fall 2013 Flowerpot Farm Age 4+ This adorable first gardening book takes young farmers through sowing, growing, and eating
A first gardening book for gardens of any size
their very own delicious fruit, vegetables, and edible flowers. Sweet illustrations and simple text explain to little ones the processes of planting and growing, and information on pollinators, pests, and garden predators is covered too. However big your garden or window ledge, there
Cute, characterful artwork illustrates step-by-step instructions
is plenty of fun to be had tending to your own flowerpot farm. Specification 220mm x 220mm, 64pp, 4-col throughout, hardback
Rewarding ideas for serving up your home-grown goodies
Rights sold UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 This Was Made by Me Age 9+ This
bumper
title
features
a
selection
of
awesome projects to create your own cool stuff, using a variety of craft techniques. Upcycle an
Fun projects for creating clothes, accessories, and bedroom items
old T-shirt in to a hip fringed scarf. Make a cereal box clock for your bedroom. Make a wallet out of nothing but duct tape. Project intro pages outline the basic idea, sketchbook pages offer space to plan out and practise, and easy-to-
Presented in a very cool, sophisticated, two-color illustration style
follow step-by-steps run through how to create each personalized piece.
A variety of craft techniques are featured, from painting to sewing
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 128pp, 2-col throughout, paperback
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Just published This Belongs to Me Age 9+ No one wants their stuff to look boring and plain. Luckily, with this book to hand it doesn’t have to! In this title, kids are introduced to a range
From sneakers to wall decorations via bags and bed linen—nothing is left uncustomized!
of design styles and techniques, given space to practice their own unique designs, then shown how to apply them to their stuff. Not just great fun, this book also helps kids express themselves and their personal sense of style.
Introduces children to design concepts through experimentation
Helps children develop their own visual identity and personal sense of style
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 128pp, 2-col throughout, paperback
Rights sold US, Canadian, UK, ANZ, German
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Spring 2014 A Year in My Life Age 9+ This beautifully illustrated fill-in journal contains 365 tiny activities, one to do for every day of a
One activity to do a day for a whole year!
year. A quirky approach to journaling, A Year in My Life prompts you to record unusual details in unusual ways, such as “Draw a tiny picture of the shoes you wore today,” “If today was a color, what color would it be?” and “Draw a scribble and turn it into something you saw today.” The
Quality clothbound journal to treasure forever
activities are quick and fun to do, and at the end of the year children will be left with an amusing, offbeat record of a year in their life to treasure and look back on in the future. A quirky, offbeat approach to journaling
Specification 210mm x 148mm, 160pp, 2-col throughout, cloth bound hardback, ribbon marker and elastic band
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Spring 2014 My Life in a Book Age 9+ With a great mix of blank journal pages, monthly markers,
questionnaires,
and
ideas
pages
(including All About Me, Weirdest Dreams, How
This high quality journal is a treasure in its own right
I Sign My Name, My 366 Word Biography—one word for every day of the year plus one extra), My Life in a Book is sure to get teenage girls scribbling and doodling! It's stylish, aspirational feel makes it the perfect way for the young
Perfect for pre-teens and teens to record their thoughts and feelings
journaller to capture a special time in their life that they can look back on in years to come ... probably with a mixture of fondness and horror!
Specification 210mm x 148mm, 160pp, 2-col throughout, cloth bound hardback, ribbon marker and elastic band
Directed content mixed with blank pages inspires but allows for creativity
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Spring 2014 String Things
Age 7+ String is a wonderful thing. Knot it, knit it, tie it or twist it, and it can become anything! Every page
Easy crafts, clever tricks, fun activities, and whimsical games
of this book shows kids a cool, fun, or clever thing to do with a piece of string. Activities range from the useful to the whimsical, and include ideas such as making a “laser” obstacle course, cutting string with the power of your hand alone, making a pendulum to ask the universe questions, making pom poms and more. The beautifully illustrated
Beautiful artwork guides the fun, innovative activities
prompts will reveal to children the possibilities contained within a single strand. You’ll never look at a piece of string the same way again! Encourages imaginative play and creativity
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 112pp, one color throughout, paperback
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Just published
Spring 2014
Paper Play
Tape Makes
Age 7+
Age 7+ Every page can be used to play with and create
Shows children the versatility of different materials
Open-ended crafting activities
A page in this book is so much more than just a
What can't you make with tape? It's a good
simple piece of paper! Roll it, rip it, fold it, snip it,
question. After all, you can make shoes, or
and it could become a snowflake, a paper chain,
jewelry. You can decorate your furniture, make a
a fortune teller, a magic trick, a hat, or any one of
drum, play games or make frames. Sticky, shiny,
a hundred other things.
clear or colored, tape is whatever you make it!
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 112pp, one color throughout, paperback
Rights sold Paper Play: US, Canadian, UK, ANZ, German, French
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 112pp, one color throughout, paperback
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Spring 2014 Explore series Age 6+ Explore Patterns is the first title in a series of fun and offbeat art activity books for curious kids. Designed to get children looking, noticing,
A selection of quirky art activities will get kids exploring their world
thinking, and drawing, it contains a range of engaging activity suggestions. From drawing an abstract pattern with your feet, to imagining what a “stupid� pattern might look like, these ideas will have kids looking at patterns in the
Introduces educational art concepts in an accessible, fun way
world around them in a whole new way.
Specification 260mm x 260mm, 48pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Titles Explore Patterns Explore Colors Explore Lines and Shapes
Features Owen Davey's beautiful illustrations
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Just published Make a Mobile Age 7+ A beautifully illustrated papercraft title, featuring 12 paper mobiles to cut out and hang. With stunning
artwork,
and
clear
Features 12 cute and quirky mobile designs
step-by-step
instructions explaining the assembly process, this title provides a wonderful crafting project for children age seven and up. The artwork themes range from ballet dancers to planets, so there is a mobile to suit any child’s room.
Easy and inspiring craft projects for children
The colorful mobiles make a gorgeous addition to any child’s bedroom
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 76pp, 4-col throughout, gatefold pages, paperback
Rights sold UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Outdoor Wonderland Age 7+ Whether it’s bug hunting in a city backyard, counting stars, planting a window box, or building a cool woodland wigwam, this innovative activity
A brilliant activity book for children and their families
book will open children’s eyes to an awesome outdoor playground. With activities based on different themes, including the backyard, the woods, rainy days, and night-time, it is packed with ideas to encourage kids and their families to
Packed with ideas for adventurous fun outdoors
explore, enjoy, and engage with the natural world and become accomplished outdoor adventurers.
Encourages kids to explore, enjoy, and engage with the natural world
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 80pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Rights sold UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Super Gliders Age 8+ Fly high with the Super Gliders, and take modelmaking to the next strata! The planes in this book
Amazing model planes will fly long distances
are a world away from a single, flimsy, folded piece of paper. Instead, by pressing out and gluing several stiff paper pieces in layers, you can create aerodynamic miniature planes that will fly for long distances and to impressive altitudes. Flying techniques and instructions for tweaking
An engaging model-making activity title
your models are also covered. The push-out glider pieces are printed on neon paper so you can see your glider even as it flies for miles!
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 64pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, perforated pages
Introduces kids to some basic concepts of aerodynamics
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Spring 2014 Shrink Charms Age 7+ Ten themed bracelets in this jewelry-making title include the tasty Tutti Frutti, bursting with orange, strawberry, and cherry delights, to the
Featuring 10 strikingly beautiful themed charm bracelets
cool Rock Chick featuring an electric guitar and shades. The materials to make one whole bracelet are included to get you started. It’s the perfect title for budding jewelry designers who want to make a gorgeously personal bracelet, for themselves or for friends.
10 on-trend charm bracelets to trace, bake, and make!
Specification 210mm x 210mm, 48pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, shrink plastic, chain and links included 7038-K-SHCH_BLAD.indd 1
Includes 3 sheets of shrink plastic to start you off
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Perfect for creative kids who are proud to customize their look
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Fall 2013 Glam My Watch Age 7+ Create your own totally unique watch to match any outfit with this fun jewelry-making title. 12 cool ideas for creating your own bespoke watch strap are featured, explained in clear step-by-
Free watch face, buttons, and elastic included
steps. The book includes a free watch face plus the pieces to make one of the 12 fab designs to get you going right away. And when you get bored with your look—just change it up and make a new one!
Tips for customizing the designs to make them totally unique
Specification 210mm x 210mm, 48pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, watch face, buttons and thread included
Rights sold US, Canadian, UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Lucky Origami Age 7+ Fold one of the 10 good luck charms in this book and make a wish—it might just come true! Inside the pages are the instructions and paper to make ten tiny origami charms. They are all themed to
Designs for 10 origami good luck charms
bring good fortune in a different part of your life, whether you want to do well at school, be healthy, or get noticed by your crush! Clearly illustrated step-by-step instructions show you how to make each design and 40 special, themed
40 perforated squares of patterned origami paper included
paper squares to tear out and use are included. Dotted throughout are other fun activities, recipes, poems, and facts to bring luck, fortune, and happiness.
Specification 210mm x 218mm, 48pp, 4-col throughout, paperback, 10 perforated pages
Cute, fun, good luck themed activities and facts throughout
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Published Secret Origami series Age 7+ Shhh! Learn how to smuggle your secret messages by folding them into beautiful paper shapes with these fun origami books. Clearly
Simple origami designs that are fun to fold
illustrated step-by-step instructions take you through the process of writing a hidden message, then folding your note into a cool origami disguise.
10 themed, patterned pieces of origami paper included
Origami X: Pass on details of covert ops hidden inside origami shapes, and learn cool spy skills. Origami XOXO: Send love notes or precious secrets folded into sweet origami shapes, with ideas for cute activities.
Promotes dexterity and hand-eye coordination
Specs Specification 210mm x 218mm, 48pp, 10 sheets origami paper, 4-col throughout, paperback
Titles Origami X Origami XOXO
Rights sold US, Canadian, UK, ANZ, Indonesian
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Spring 2014 Feltie Fashion Age 7+ Stitch
and
stick
eight
adorable
fashion
accessories featuring your feltie friends. Make a pair of warm and cozy penguin earmuffs to
A simple first craft sewing title featuring 8 fashion accessories
keep out wintry weather, or stay cool in summer with sweet sailor pup flip-flop decals. In this first craft title, the clearly illustrated step-by-steps take kids through the projects, with inspirational photography
showing
accessory should look.
how
the
finished
Enough felt and thread included for one whole project
Specification 210mm x 210mm, 48pp, 4-col throughout, paperback Features super-cute characters that children will love
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Published Feltie Friends series Age 7+ Sweet felt characters for kids to sew themselves
Comes with the materials to make one feltie
Sew and stick eight adorable little aliens from
Meet Piboo, Tiny Leaf Minch, and their cute
a far-away solar system. These themed stitch
forest friends! Then create them yourself with
and stick first sewing books contain step-by-
just a little felt, thread, and buttons. Ideas for
step instructions for making eight appealing
what to do with your finished felties friends are
characters. The inner cover pocket includes the
featured, as well as a section on how to complete
materials to start you off.
simple stitches.
Rights sold Star Felties: US, Canadian, UK, ANZ, Indonesian
Rights sold Forest Felties: UK, ANZ Indonesian
Helps to develop handeye co-ordination and craft skills
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Fall 2013 Wall Art series Age 6+ Each scene of these imaginative, concertina wall art books features one animal ready to be colored, as
Unique concertina format features 40 scenes to color and complete
well as space for the child to draw their own animal and fill in the background with extra color and detail. When all the pages have been filled in, simply cut the frieze from the binding and create a unique artwork for your child’s bedroom wall.
Finished frieze can be fixed to the wall
Around the World in 80 Animals: Go on a wild journey round the world, from the plains of Africa to the icebergs of Antarctica. Jurassic Art: Meet wooly mammoths and dangerous dinosaurs on a prehistoric adventure!
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 84pp, 2-col throughout, hardback cover secured with elastic
Vibrant illustrations by Guy Parker-Rees, acclaimed children’s book illustrator
Titles Around the World in 80 Animals Jurassic Art
Rights sold UK, ANZ, German, Dutch
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Spring 2014 Fashion Rookie Age 10+ A must-have book for fashion-forward kids
The perfect book for fashion fanatics
wanting to get started in fashion design. The Fashion Rookie handbook is packed with facts and information on the design process, and features blank and guided sketchbook pages. The blank pages can be used for creating moodboards and jotting down ideas whenever inspiration strikes. The guided sketchbook pages
Introduces kids to the design process, with lots of practical tips and advice
are complete with figure outlines for instant, professional-looking illustrations. Let the creative process begin!
Guided sketchbook pages help kids draw instantly professional illustrations
Specification 210mm x 148mm, 128pp, 4-col throughout, paperback
Rights sold UK, ANZ
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Published Paper Mayhem series Age 8+ This series of paper toy books unites model-making and gaming in one kick-ass combination. Each title introduces
Easy and engaging papercraft titles
20 cool characters to press out, fold, and glue. Each toy also has its own profile, set of battle ability ratings, and game card, enabling players to stage battles of epic proportions. Robot Rumble: Meet a ramshackle band of runaway robots from Rumbletown.
Fun, colorful artwork makes highly collectible toys
Alien Anarchy: Get ready to battle with the craziest bunch of mixed-up aliens you’ll ever meet.
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 96pp, 20 perforated press-out toys, 20 perforated press-out game cards, 4-col throughout, paperback
Includes press-out gaming cards that can be played by a number of children
Titles Robot Rumble Alien Anarchy
Rights sold US, Canadian, UK, ANZ
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Spring 2014 Fontastic Age 9+ Handwriting has never been so hot. Inside this book are eight “fontastic� hand-lettering projects,
8 fun hand-drawn font projects, with sketchbook pages for practicing
featuring 16 inspirational alphabets for creative kids to customize and copy. Projects that utilize the fun fonts include making your own zine, making a giant banner for a party or event, and making a vinyl sticker for your skateboard. Sketchbook pages inside the book give children space to practice their hand-drawn fonts
Create your own unique font to reflect your personal style
before moving on to the step-by-steps and using their lettering skills for real. Finally, kids are encouraged to create their own totally individual alphabet to use wherever they want. Write on!
Specification 297mm x 210mm, 96pp, 2-col throughout, paperback
16 inspirational alphabets designed by illustrator and typographer Matt Stokes
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Fall 2013 Little Learners series Age 3+ A series of interactive play and learn packs that supports key educational concepts for ages 3–6. Each pack contains a set of delightful board
Helps to develop and build first literacy skills
books and a series of fun activities for parents and children to share. Colors
Supports educational guidelines
• Nine mini story books • Double-sided activity frieze • Color play activities • Notes for parents Sizes • Four shaped board books (big, small, long, tall)
Neat pack design
• Double-sided activity frieze • Ideas for sizes games • Notes for parents Specification Pack h 291mm x w 291mm x d 20mm Frieze h 225mm x w 1125mm Notes h 225mm x w 225mm 4-col throughout
Colors Books h 76mm x w 75mm, 10pp, 4-col throughout, board
Sizes books 1) 57mm x 57mm 2) 170mm x 170mm 3) 56mm x 170mm 4) 171mm x 54mm 12pp, 4-col throughout, board
Titles Sizes Colors
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Spring 2014 Test Lab & Kids' Kitchen Chaos Age 8+ These fun-filled titles encourage kids to get their hands dirty in the name of science, and cooking! Test
Lab
contains
20
fizzing,
whizzing,
Imaginative, attentiongrabbing mix of photography and illustration
exploding
experiments to amaze every aspiring scientist, supported with explanations, fascinating facts, and fun challenges. Kids' Kitchen Chaos contains 30 fun, messy recipes guaranteed to get kids in the kitchen, from sweet treats such as messy mud pie, to savory favorites like slurpy-lurpy
Featuring fun games and challenges
spaghetti. Fun games and crazy challenges accompany the recipes. Let the kitchen chaos begin!
Specification 279mm x 216mm, 96pp, 4-col throughout, flexicover
Titles Kids' Kitchen Chaos Test Lab
Educational and entertaining
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