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Doodle, Design & Draw

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DOODLE DESIGN & DRAW FASHION , Jennie Sun. Chock-full of sophisticated and trendy images, this doodle book encourages aspiring designers to experiment with color and pattern to create original fashions. More than 60 pages of clothing and accessories. 64pp. 8 1/4 x 11. 0-486-48050-X $5.99

DOODLE DESIGN & DRAW CARS , Steven James Petruccio. Incomplete scenarios for doodlers to finish include racecars and camper vans as well as more whimsical vehicles. Customize a taxi, create a car fit for a king, and take on other fuel-powered challenges. 64pp. 8 1/4 x 11. 0-486-48055-0 $5.99

Doodle Design & Draw DREAM ROOMS Ellen Christiansen Kraft

Budding young decorators can practice their craft with this new doodle book and its trendy room-design ideas. More than 60 drawings range from sparsely furnished or completely bare rooms to fully decorated spaces that offer lots of inspira-tion. Sample swatches on the inside covers provide ideas for experimenting with different color palettes and patterns.

Dover Original. 64pp. 8 1/4 x 11.

Doodle Design & Draw ROCK STAR FASHIONS Jennie Sun

Fashionistas and rock star fans of all ages will love this inter-active new doodle book. Filled with illustrations that show-case the trendy outfits seen on stage and in magazines, its unfinished drawings encourage experimentation with color and patterns to create original fashions. More than 60 pages of clothing, jewelry, hairdos, and accessories, plus inspiring color swatches on the inside covers.


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These new doodle collections will inspire youngsters to show off their design savvy.

Sample swatches on the inside covers offer design and color inspiration for

fi nishing pictures of well-appointed rooms and rock star fashions.

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What to Doodle?

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0-486-47266-3 Whelon — What to Doodle? Amazing Animals! $5.99

0-486-48527-7 Whelon — What to Doodle? Best Friends Forever! $5.99

0-486-48530-7 Whelon — What to Doodle? Christmas Creations! $5.99

0-486-47777-0 Whelon — What to Doodle? Creepy Crawlies! $5.99

0-486-47514-X Whelon — What to Doodle? Dinosaurs! $5.99

0-486-47044-X Whelon — What to Doodle? Fantastic Fantasy! $5.99

0-486-47513-1 Whelon — What to Doodle? Girl Stuff! $5.99

0-486-48531-5 Whelon — What to Doodle? Happy Halloween! $5.99

0-486-48290-1 Rechlin — What to Doodle? Manga! $5.99

0-486-47045-8 Whelon — What to Doodle? Things That Go! $5.99

0-486-47776-2 Whelon — What to Doodle? When I Grow Up! $5.99

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What to Doodle? In the Garden! Chuck Whelon

Spark young imaginations and creative energy with these 60 drawings to complete of scenes from the garden. Kids get to draw their favorite vegetables, fill up a page with flowers they’d like to grow, sketch acorn-gathering squirrels, and design gar-dening tools and lawn ornaments. The finished doodles are fun to color, too!


What to Doodle? Super Heroes! Ted Rechlin

Create the characters for a family of super heroes; draw flashy costumes; and sketch monsters, vil-lains, robots, and other fantasy creatures! More than 62 unfinished drawings invite cartoon fans and adventure lovers of all ages to doodle the crucial details of action-packed sequences. Kids can add extra dazzle to their doodles by coloring the completed drawings.


The lowest priced doodle books available, this Dover series has over 25,000 copies

in print. Each title features approximately 60 unfi nished illustrations — how they

are completed is up to the young artist’s imagination!

Draw in the hero lifting this car


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Spot the Differences: Art Masterpiece Mysteries

Spot the Differences Art Masterpiece Mysteries Book 3 Dover

Dover Original. 64pp. 9 x 9.

Spot the Differences Art Masterpiece Mysteries Book 4 Dover

Dover Original. 64pp. 9 x 9.

BACKLIST

SPOT THE DIFFERENCES : Art Masterpiece Mysteries Book 1 , Dover. Kids will learn about 25 great paintings with this eye-opening book, in which two versions of each work only seem identical. Includes paintings by van Gogh, Degas, and Rousseau, plus solutions and fun facts. 64pp. 9 x 9. 0-486-47299-X $9.99

SPOT THE DIFFERENCES : Art Masterpiece Mysteries Book 2 , Dover. Twenty-five reproductions of famous paintings appear side by side with versions featuring amusing variations. Children will enjoy finding the differ-ences in works by Renoir, Whistler, Velázquez, Cassatt, and others. 64pp. 9 x 9. 0-486-47300-7 $9.99

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Kids will be taking a closer look at some of the world’s great paintings with

these eye-opening puzzle books. Twenty-fi ve faithful representations of the original

paintings are juxtaposed with versions that feature subtle, sometimes amusing

variations. Children will enjoy fi nding the differences — and reading fun facts

about van Gogh, Renoir, Vermeer, and other famous artists. It’s a wonderful way

to promote art appreciation in young boys and girls.

Includes:

Vincent van Gogh: Cafe Terrace at Night

Gustave Courbet: The Meeting

Édouard Manet: Women in the Garden

Hans Holbein: The Ambassadors

Pierre-Auguste Renoir: Mme. Charpentier and her Children

Mary Cassatt: Children Playing on the Beach

Includes:

Giuseppe Arcimboldo: Summer

Georges Seurat: The Circus

Jacques-Louis David: Napoleon in his Study

William Harnett: Music and Literature

Pierre-Auguste Renoir: The Umbrellas

Johannes Vermeer: The Milkmaid


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Some scientists believe that

many dinosaurs, especially

predators (meat-eaters), were

more like birds than lizards. For

over 100 years, experts couldn’t

agree. Some �lying dinosaurs had

feathers but were really more

bird than reptile. What about

land dinosaurs? Did they actually

have feathers? The mystery was

solved in the 1990s when fossils

were found in China. A large

group of dinosaurs had been

covered in ash from a volcano,

and because the dust was so �ine,

it preserved the shapes of the

feathers! Many more dinosaurs

with feathers were found in the

same area.

DINOSAUR FEATHERS?

Can you �ind these names?

SINOSAUROPTERYX,MICRORAPTO

R,

DILONG, VELOCIRAPTOR, JURAVENATOR,

Circle them in the puzzle.

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One of the biggest mysteries about dinosaurs was: What colors were they?

WHAT COLOR WERE DINOSAURS?

Scientists guessed that dinosaurs were the same color as modern lizards and reptiles—until they did some testing of a fossil of Sinosau-ropteryx. They found that this creature was bright red and orange!

Keep those colors in mind as you color this scene.

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History’s Mysteries!

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History’s Mysteries! Animals Activity Book George Toufexis

How long have people kept dogs as pets? Why are dolphins friendly? Do beavers perform rescue work, and Are ele-phants really afraid of mice? These and more than 30 other questions are answered with fas-cinating facts and historical infor-mation, plus fun pages to color, mazes, spot-the-differences, and a wealth of other activities.


History’s Mysteries! Dinosaurs Activity Book George Toufexis

Are dinosaurs still alive today? Why were they so huge, and which were the biggest and smallest? How were dino-saurs named? These questions and more than 30 others are answered and explained with fas-cinating facts and historical infor-mation, plus fun pictures to color, mazes, spot-the-differences, and a wealth of other activities.


Were dinosaurs smart? Why are moths attracted to bright lights?

With these fact-fi lled puzzle books, children will learn the answers

to dozens of history’s mysteries!

Many people wonder how long humans ha

ve kept dogs

as pets. Scientists discovered a dog’s jawb

one in a cave

dwelling in Iraq. After studying it, they bel

ieve that the

dog lived with a family about 12,000 years

ago! Ancient

writers gave reasons for choosing the col

or of a dog,

such as that a shepherd’s dog should be wh

ite (to tell it

apart from a wolf in the dark), but a f

armer’s dog

should have a black coat (to scare robbers

away).

Afghan Hound, Pharaoh Hound, Malamu

te, Basenji, Chow Chow, Lhasa Apso

Pekingese, Shar Pei, Saluki, Samoyed, S

hih Tzu, Tibetan Terrier

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HAALOPSAS

GISENEEKP

USALIK

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SDAOEYM

LEMAUTAM

FDGUNAHOAHN

RBERTTIRINEATE

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Can you unscramble the names of these d

ifferent dogs of the past?

Dogs And Humans- BFFs?

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The Sailor’s Best Friend

These dolphins are going to guide the boat through the dangerous rocks.

Can you get through to safety?

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR — George Toufexis

Montreal-based illustrator George Toufexis has worked as an art director, creative director, and

illustrator/designer for some of Canada’s top licensed product distributors and contributed to New

York– and California-based publications. He has also published nearly 500 editorial cartoons.


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Science for Children

Body Sense, Body Nonsense Seymour SimonIllustrated by Dennis Kendrick

Does an apple a day really keep the doctor away? Can you cure hiccups by holding your breath? Is it true that eating spinach makes you strong? “The dean of science writers” ( The New York Times ) explores more than 20 familiar sayings, offering fun facts that prove each adage either true or false. Over 40 illus-trations.

Reprint of the J. B. Lippincott Company, New York, 1981 edi-tion. 48pp. 5 5/8 x 8 1/2.

The Secret Clocks Time Senses of Living Things Seymour SimonIllustrated by Jan Brett

Why do some plants only blossom during the day? How do certain birds know when and where to migrate? Why are some people “early birds” and others “night owls”? In this easy-to-read vol-ume, Seymour Simon explains the workings of human and animal biological clocks. Includes 30 illustrations by famed author/illustrator Jan Brett. “A fascinating subject, well handled through Simon’s open-ended questions and try-and-see approach.” — School Library Journal .

Reprint of the Viking Press, New York, 1979 edition. 80pp. 7 1/2 x 9.

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR — Seymour Simon

Praised by The New York Times as “the dean of children’s science writers,” Seymour Simon is the

author of more than 250 highly acclaimed science books, many of which have been named

Outstanding Science Trade Books for Children by the National Science Teachers Association.

“A fascinating subject, well handled through Simon’s

open-ended questions and try-and-see approach.”

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Science for Children

Crime Lab 101 25 Different Experiments in Crime Detection Robert Gardner

Can you be a crime scene investigator? Any child fascinated by crime and police work will enjoy this inside look at detection and forensic science. Easily performed at home, 25 engrossing experiments offer explanations of police lab techniques: fingerprint, lip print, and voice pattern analysis; collecting and matching hair, cloth-ing, and tissue samples; and cracking codes and matching handwriting. A history of forensic science and unusual case studies are also included. “An entertaining title for junior detectives.” — School Library Journal .

Reprint of the Walker and Company, New York, 1992 edition. 128pp. 5 1/4 x 8 1/2.

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0-486-25856-4 Provenzo — 47 Easy-to-Do Classic Science Experiments $5.95

0-486-24201-3 Gardner — Entertaining Science Experiments with Everyday Objects $3.95

0-486-24138-6 Matt/Ziemian — Human Anatomy Coloring Book $3.95

0-486-29065-4 Green — Human Anatomy in Full Color $7.95

0-486-41057-9 Silverstein — Life in a Bucket of Soil $5.95

0-486-46821-6 Wynne/Silver — My First Human Body Book $3.99

0-486-22033-8 Mandell — Physics Experiments for Children $5.95

0-486-22950-5 Graf — Safe and Simple Electrical Experiments $10.95

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Seeing the Sky 100 Projects, Activities & Explorations in Astronomy Fred SchaafWith Illustrations by Doug Myers

This fine book for younger students of astronomy and their parents by a popular science writer combines an introductory treatment with interesting, instructive, and entertaining activities and projects. A wide range of subjects includes activities for daylight and night-time observation involving the sun’s corona, rainbows, atmospheric optics, and many other topics. All 100 projects require just the naked eye and ordinary household materials.

Reprint of the John Wiley & Sons, Inc., New York, 1990 edition. 224pp. 6 1/8 x 9 1/4.

Over 100 entertaining and instructive projects for young astronomers —

only the naked eye and common household materials required.


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Children’s Literature

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Casey at the Bat Ernest Lawrence ThayerIllustrated by Jim Hull with an Introduction by Martin Gardner

“But there is no joy in Mudville — mighty Casey has struck out.” So ends Ernest Lawrence Thayer’s immortal baseball ballad, an authentic masterpiece of American humor. This grand, illustrated edition steps up to the plate with more than 50 energetic pen-and-ink drawings by Jim Hull that perfectly capture Thayer’s tone and comic spirit. An Introduction by Martin Gardner traces the work’s enduring history from its original 1888 publication to modern times.


Flower Children The Little Cousins of the Field and Garden Elizabeth GordonDrawings by M. T. Ross

This charming hardcover collection of 84 flower poems and accompanying full-color illustrations is a delight for the young and the young at heart. From Crocus to Poinsettia, the flowers appear in the same order that they bloom in the garden throughout the year. The short, sweet verses, paired with whimsical art, create a magical combination perfect for gift giving.

Reprint of the P. F. Volland Company, Joliet, Illinois, 1910 edition. 96pp. 6 x 8 3/4.

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The outlook wasnÕt brilliant for the Mudville nine that day;

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Paper Dolls

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Japan’s lucky cats have inspired handbags, pajamas, jewelry & more —

now paper dolls!

Robot Battle Paper Action Figures Ted Rechlin

Two robots enter, but only one leaves — and you decide which of them makes it out with its circuits intact! Two double-sided mechanical combat-ants are ready to be upgraded for battle with more than 30 high-tech suits of armor and an equal number of gleaming helmets. Includes a background combat scene.


Lucky Cats Paper Dolls Maneki Neko Maggie Swanson

Invite good luck into your life with these adorable and imaginative paper dolls. Literally translated as “beckoning cat,” the Maneki Neko is also known as Lucky Cat, its raised paw a symbol of prosperity and good fortune. In addition to two cats and more than 40 fanciful costumes and accessories — each featuring a lucky symbol — the book includes an 11 x 17 poster insert with dozens of stickers symbolizing good luck.


More paper dolls for older children & adults on page 47

See our Sesame Street® paper dolls on page 38


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Activity Books ART START Sea Creatures How to Draw with Simple Shapes Barbara Soloff Levy

Kids can learn to draw an octopus, starfish, pelican, and 27 other happy sea creatures — four easy steps show how to combine the sim-ple shapes that run across the top of double-page spreads. A second color highlights each shape added so it’s easy for kids to follow along, plus there’s plenty of space to practice.


Be Good to Your Body Healthy Eating and Fun Recipes Roz Fulcher

Kids will be encouraged to eat healthy with more than 50 illustrated recipes. Simple dishes and snacks feature Fruit Pizza, Cheesy Spaghetti Squash, Frozen Grape Pops, and Turkey Joes. Plus each page can be colored while you cook. Also includes a feast of interesting facts, from where carrots originated (Afghanistan) to the first cultivated fruit (grapes).


Car Crazy Tricked Out Activity Book Curtis Bulleman

Kids who love hot rods will sprint to get started with this turbo-charged activity book. Dozens of coloring pages with mazes, word searches, crosswords, dot-to-dots, and other puzzles feature sleek, futuristic cars. The flashy vehicles offer plenty of coloring fun and include a pair of street racers to cut out and customize.


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Activity Books

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ABOUT THE AUTHOR — Monica Wellington

Monica Wellington has written and illustrated more than 25 hardcover children’s picture books pub-

lished by Dutton and more than a dozen Dover books, including the popular Color & Cook series.

Many of her storybooks feature cooking, gardening, and outdoor themes. Monica, who resides in

New York City, hopes that the focus of this new series will inspire kids to enjoy the wonders of garden-

ing, no matter where they live.

Charming coloring & activity books by the creator of the successful Color & Cook

series — bonus stickers included!

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Color & Cook Activity Book with 50 Stickers! Monica Wellington

Budding young chefs will savor this 48-page activity and sticker book. It offers a tasty mix-ture of mazes, word games, spot-the-difference puzzles, and creative coloring pages — all with simple cooking themes. The book also features decorative recipe pages so kids can record their family favorites and 50 colorful stickers of food, utensils, and more.


Color & Garden Activity Book with 50 Stickers! Monica Wellington

Children can cultivate their creativity with this happy mixture of garden-related activi-ties: mazes, dot-to-dots, word games, hidden pictures, coloring, and more. The book also includes a dozen decorative journal pages, in which kids can record noteworthy observa-tions about their own gardens, plus 50 playful stickers of flowers, vegetables, fruits, insects, and other images.


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Sample swatches on the inside covers offer design and ...cinating facts and historical infor-mation, plus fun pictures to color, mazes, spot-the-differences, and a wealth of other