New Releases by Stephanie Turnbull

Cool Stuff to Sew is packed full of ideas, techniques, tips and suggestions. As well as advice and hints, includes clear step-by-step instructions for a great range of super sewing projects. Book jacket.

A comprehensive world atlas with 60 pages of maps showing land cover, cities and towns, boundaries, rivers and lakes and places of interest. Each continent is introduced with several pages of key facts, satellite views and information on major geographical features. Endmatter includes a gazetteer of states, geography quiz and time zones chart. A classic Usborne reference book, fully updated and now available in paperback.

Spring is the season when buds burst into blossom, hibernating animals awake from their winter''s sleep and new life begins all around us. A variety of information about the spring months, including the types of weather we experience and what people and animals do during the springtime.

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.

"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"--

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.

"Students explore the world of accessories as they learn about fashions from the past and trends for the future. Step-by-step DIY projects include making necklaces, earrings, bracelets, bows, and scarves. Students will accessorize in style and learn how to make each accessory work together to form the perfect outfits"--

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.

"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.

Everyone is fascinated by magic tricks and illusions, and this series demonstrates some of the very best.

Reveals the secrets of magic and teaches the skills needed to perform several card, mathematical, and general mind-reading tricks. Includes step-by-step instructions, picture diagrams, and performance tips.

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

Usborne Local 034-06-06 $8.95.

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.