New Releases by Lorna Scobie

365 Days of Art: Seasons is an inspiring journal designed to help budding artists nurture their creativity throughout the year. Split into the four seasons, the journal features an activity for every day of the year - from mindful tasks like creating patterns and colouring them in to more considered tutorials such as drawing portraits and collaging seasonal scenes. Each task is themed around Spring, Summer, Autumn or Winter, and designed to expand your creative skills and spark the artist within. With helpful hints and tips as well as more considered tasks to help build your creative confidence, 365 Days of Art: Seasons is a beautiful keepsake to inspire you throughout the year.

365 Days of Art in Color is a celebratory collection of daily art prompts that will help readers embrace using color in their art, whatever their skill level. Lorna Scobie encourages readers to look at color afresh and not be afraid to use it boldly and playfully, as it can bring so much creative joy. Each activity falls into one of four categories: learn, play, observe, and feel, designed to cater to whatever creative mood may strike! The book also includes simple information on color theory and different art materials, including pens, paints, and pastels to help readers make the most of any activity. 365 Days of Art in Color will help readers free their creativity and discover how color can make a splash in their work wherever they are on their artistic journey.

365 Days of Art in Colour is a celebratory collection of daily art prompts that will help readers embrace using colour in their art, whatever their skill level. Lorna Scobie encourages readers to look at colour afresh and not be afraid to use it boldly and playfully, as it can bring so much creative joy. Each activity falls into one of four useful categories: learn, play, observe and feel, designed to cater to whatever creative mood may strike! The book also includes simple information on colour theory and different art materials, including pens, paints and pastels to help readers make the most of any activity. 365 Days of Art in Colour will help readers free their creativity and discover how colour can make a splash in their work wherever they are on their artistic journey.

Squirrel and Bear do everything together, which means they ALWAYS get along, right? Erm, WRONG! Because, even though Squirrel and Bear are best friends, they are also very different. Will these two friends find a way to have fun together? (Spoiler alert, you bet they will!)

The next picture book from the super-talented creator of Bears Don't Share! Squirrel and Bear do everythingtogether, which means they ALWAYSget along, right? Erm, WRONG! Because, even though Squirrel and Bear are best friends, they are also very different. Squirrel loves hide-and-seek,but Bear is so big that she can neverfind a good hiding place! Bear loves digging,but Squirrel can never keep up - it's exhausting! Will these two friends find a way to have fun together? (Spoiler alert, you bet they will!) Another personality-packed picture book by mega talent Lorna Scobie Brilliant illustrations full of expression and humour A gentle reminder that being a good friend means thinking of others alongside doing what feels right for us Also available: Collecting Cats(paperback) Rabbit! Rabbit! Rabbit! (paperback) Duck, Duck, Dad? (paperback) I Would Rather (paperback) Bears Don't Share (paperback)

In this new series Make Art with Lorna Scobie: Animals, readers will gain expert instruction that still leaves plenty of room for experimentation and fun. Featuring 101 art activities that encourage engagement with the natural world, Lorna shows you that creating art with animals as subjects can be super enjoyable and need not be intimidating. Her insightful prompts will see readers sketching with joy in this accessible and helpful guide to creating everything from beloved pets and wild animals to those plucked from readers' imaginations! Full of tips to help spark creative ideas, Make Art with Lorna Scobie: Animals shows readers how everyone (not just artists) can enjoy the playful pleasure of drawing all manner of creatures and critters, no matter their skill level.

Bear and Squirrel are on the hunt for some food before Winter comes, but there's just one small problem. Bears don't share! Will Bear learn that you can't always have your cake and eat it too?

In 365 Days of Feel-good Art, Lorna Scobie explores art-based tasks which will help to boost your overall confidence, wellbeing and happiness. Full of tips that will encourage you to nurture your creativity, 365 Days of Feel-good Art teaches readers of all artistic levels how to tackle creative tasks, even if they are unsure of where to start. With breakout 'Expand' exercises, readers will be able to immerse themselves in more involved activities such as making cards for loved ones, or keeping a gratitude diary. And for those looking for a swift creative challenge there will be quick-hit happiness activities throughout the book that can be slotted into any busy day. Journal pages encourage readers to record their thoughts and reflect on their creative journey, wherever they may be on it. The accessible format of the book allows readers to work their way through the activities in any order that they would like, making it perfect for anyone who is looking for creative inspiration that isn't too involved and doesn't require any specialist equipment.

One dog . . . SO many ducklings! In this laugh-out-loud picture book that explores the meaning of family, Ralph the dog unexpectedly becomes the new dad to a flock of ducklings, and soon realizes he’s bitten off more than he can chew! Ralph the dog enjoyed a quiet life . . . until the day he stumbles across an egg. Surely the best thing for him to do is ignore it and walk right on by. But, CRACK! The egg hatches, then and there. What's inside? A cute and fluffy little duckling searching for a parent. And though Ralph isn't sure he wants a duckling, the duckling is definitely sure it wants Ralph! As does the very excitable, very loud, and very large flock of ducklings in the nearby field. . . Filled with heart, hilarity, and adorably raucous ducklings, Lorna Scobie's Duck, Duck, Dad? is a celebration of love and community that is perfect for all families, big and small--and fans of Mother Bruce, Harry the Dirty Dog, and Gaston.

Small Panda doesn't understand why grown-ups like doing the MOST boring things. Especially when there's always something more exciting to do. Join Small Panda as they discover that the 'exciting' things in life aren't always as important as the little ones. And that grown-ups might not be as boring as they seem...

A laugh-out-loud tale about never wanting to do the BORING things in life! Why brush your teeth when you could go snorkelling with a crocodile? Or ride a tiger! Or fly with an eagle! Small Panda doesn't understand why grown-ups like doing the MOST boring things. Especially when there's always something more exciting to do. Join Small Panda as they discover that the 'exciting' things in life aren't always as important as the little ones.And that grown-ups might not be as boring as they seem... Written and illustrated in Lorna Scobie's wonderfully witty and warm style, perfect for fans of Chris Haughtonand Jim Field Children and parents alike will love following Small Panda and her patient parent's antics in this funny, vibrant celebration of the everyday Look out for Lorna's other books: Collecting Cats, Rabbit, Rabbit, Rabbit!and Duck, Duck Dad?

Un divertit àlbum sobre què vol dir ser una família. Un gos... i un munt d'aneguets! Tot d'una el Rafa es troba convertit en el papa d'un ramat d'aneguets i aviat s'adona que s'ha ficat en un bon embolic!

El perro Rafa se ha convertido en papá de una bandada de patitos. De un momento a otro, su tranquila vida ha cambiado: los patitos tienen energía y necesidades a raudales. Además ¡son muchísimos! Y aunque Rafa no sabe muy bien cómo cuidarlos... decide intentarlo. ¡Vaya lío! ¿Qué significa ser una familia? Una divertida historia llena de humor y emociones, magistralmente ilustrada por Lorna Scobie.

When Ralph stumbles across an egg one day, he decides that the best thing for him to do is walk right on by. But, CRACK! the egg hatches, right then and there! What's inside? A very cute, very fluffy little duckling. And though Ralph isn't sure he wants a duckling, the duckling is definitely sure it wants Ralph!

In 365 Days of Art in Nature, Lorna Scobie, invites the reader to take a closer look at the natural world - whether that's outside on location, or inside their own home - reminding us all that regardless of whether we live in the city or the countryside, wildlife is just on our doorstep. Observe the slow, constant pace of the nature that surrounds you every day, and use it to inspire you in your art and creativity. Activities may include visiting a particular tree four times in the year and drawing it. How has it changed? Study the colors you find in autumn leaves. Explore drawing them in different materials. Featuring nature-inspired quotes, breakaway activities to get you outdoors and plenty of supportive prompts and tips, this book will spark your imagination and help you to open your eyes and appreciate the natural beauty in our world.

Art At Home is the wonderful new activity book by best-selling illustrator Lorna Scobie, filled with 200 engaging art activities for children. This creative ideas book features carefully adapted activities from her brilliant 365 series, in a larger format, perfect for kids aged 5-10 and is a great way to keep your child busy at home, as well as providing a calm and imaginative way to spend time. Activities are varied, ranging from relaxing colouring and pattern-drawing tasks, to thought-provoking challenges such as designing a superhero or sketching a self-portrait. There are no rules in this book, but plenty of encouragement to explore, play and develop artistic skills. You will end up with a book your child feels proud of, as well as plenty of inspiration for further artistic projects. With simple instructions plus helpful prompts and ideas to explore different materials and techniques, Art at Home is the perfect way to get your child thinking creatively and to stimulate their imagination.

Rabbit enjoys being the only child in the family. But when rabbit's parents have some news, and then more news, things start to get crowded at home. Maybe the fox next door can help? A picture book sure to have children screaming - with laughter, that is!

Wesoły przegląd kotów wszystkich kształtów i rozmiarów – rude, czarne, grube, chude... A nawet wielkie i pręgowane! Czy w ogóle można mieć za dużo kotów? Odpowiedź może brzmieć: tak, jeśli to raczej duże koty... i z wielkimi zębami!