– All new editions contain a quality, bamboo-handled paintbrush
– Ideal for entertainment on-the-go – on road trips, holidays, restaurants or rainy days
– A cosy, mindful and calming activity
– Discover more in Usborne's Magic Painting series, with themes for every interest

Journey through history, from the Renaissance to the Second World War, and across the globe, from Cornwall to Manhattan, Nigeria, Japan and more, to discover the stories of women who changed the world with their incredible art.

You’ll learn about the extraordinary lives of freedom fighters, game changers and adventurers – and be astounded by the art they made, with its striking landscapes, hidden messages and calls for women’s rights.

Based on the bestselling book The Story of Art Without Men, this version includes breathtaking illustrations and a host of new art and artists to discover.

Easter is the perfect time for crayons! They get to learn new shapes and decorate one giant egg together ? but where will they hide it?! Blue Crayon has some ideas?

In a book perfect for Easter baskets, this story is sure to make kids – and grown-ups – giggle as they celebrate together!

Housing everything from the Mary Rose and the Sistine Chapel to robots and modern art installations, get locked in the most marvellous museum and see its secrets come to life. Meet ancient Egyptian mummies, avoid a woolly rhinoceros with a Neanderthal and explore the prehistoric world of dinosaurs. But please don’t touch the displays as some of them bite!

This behind-the-scenes tour opens a portal to the past, unlocks a treasury of knowledge, and whispers the museum’s secrets to those who dare to listen. Uncover the stories behind incredible exhibits from around the world, find out how ancient artefacts are preserved and learn about the passionate individuals who work tirelessly behind the scenes to bring history to life.

Learn about inspiring story of Beatrix Potter, the legendary author, illustrator and protector of nature.  
 
During her childhood in London, little Beatrix loved to draw. She drew everything she came across, and particularly loved drawing animals and other things that she spotted in the natural world around her.  

As an adult, she began writing and drawing her own stories, and she created a story about a naughty little rabbit named Peter. That story, which she decided to publish with her own money, became The Tale of Peter Rabbit, which today is a true classic.

She went on to create other beloved animal characters, such as Jemima Puddle-Duck and Mrs Tiggy-Winkle, enchanting readers with her timeless tales set in the English countryside. Her beautifully illustrated stories, filled with mischief and adventure, inspire readers with a love of nature and storytelling. Beyond her writing, Beatrix was a pioneering conservationist, preserving much of the Lake District for future generations.

Her story, of self-belief and perseverance, is a reminder that we should always follow our dreams, and that everyone has a story to tell.

This powerful book features quirky illustrations and?extra facts at the back, including a biographical timeline with historical photos and a detailed profile of the author’s life.
 
Little People, BIG DREAMS is a bestselling biography series for kids that explores the lives of outstanding people, from designers and artists to scientists and activists. All of them achieved incredible things, yet each began life as a child with a dream.
 
This empowering series of books offers inspiring messages to children of all ages, in a range of formats. The hardback versions present expanded stories for beginning readers. With rewritten text for older children, the treasuries each bring together a multitude of dreamers in a single volume. You can also collect a selection of the books by theme in boxed gift sets. Activity books and a journal provide even more ways to make the lives of these role models accessible to children.

Features 23 artworks by artists including Vincent van Gogh, Claude Monet, Edgar Degas, Berthe Morisot, Paul Gauguin and Rosa Bonheur. With internet links to find out more.

Produced in association with the Musee d’Orsay, Paris.