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  Spid The Spider Goes To The Moon...

  John Eaton

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  Spid the Spider Goes to the Moon is a lively, imaginative space adventure that inspires curiosity about science and discovery while delivering plenty of laughs along the way. 
   
  Spid, Bid and Herman are about to blast off on the adventure of a lifetime. 
   
  Destination: the Moon. 
   
  Is it really made of cheese? 
   
  Does a mysterious moon creature called Mr Cheezy Feet live there? 
   
  And what happens when things don’t quite go according to plan? 
   
  As their space mission unfolds, Spid discovers that exploring the unknown takes courage, teamwork and a very good sense of humour. 
   
  Why Parents & Teachers Love It 
  •	Encourages curiosity about space and science 
  •	Promotes teamwork and problem-solving 
  •	Inspires imagination and exploration 
  •	Perfect for classroom and STEM-themed reading 
   
  Includes two original Spid songs;“Mr. Cheezy Feet (The Cheese Song)” and “Queenie”. These short musical films bring the story to life and reinforce learning through rhythm and rhyme. Animated films at YouTube.com/spidthespider add visual storytelling. 
   
  About the Series 
   
  Spid the Spider is a laugh-out-loud illustrated adventure series for children aged 5–10, blending humour, heart and real-world life lessons. 
   
  Through exciting adventures, seasonal celebrations and relatable mishaps, Spid shows young readers that effort leads to progress, mistakes are part of learning, and challenges help us grow in confidence — bringing growth mindset to life in a natural, story-led way. 
   
  Written to be enjoyed both independently and read aloud, the books support early readers with engaging dialogue, expressive storytelling and layered humour that children love revisiting again and again. 
   
  Each title is supported by free parent and teacher resources at spidthespider.com, including discussion guides, classroom activities and posters — making the series ideal for classroom, home learning and family story time.

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  Mastering 2D Animation...

  Virversity Online Courses

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  Mastering 2D Animation Principles is a comprehensive course designed to equip students with essential skills used by professional animators. This hands-on training helps learners create lifelike, expressive animations that captivate audiences and tell compelling stories. Whether you're a beginner or refining your abilities, this workshop guides you through foundational concepts and advanced practices to elevate your craft. 
   
  Explore core techniques: learn the 12 principles of animation to create fluid, believable character motion; develop skills in walk cycles, facial expressions, and lip syncing; master scene composition with background and foreground interaction; and gain proficiency in technical tools like rigging, tweening, and keyframing. Work on a final project to apply your knowledge and receive expert critique. 
   
  The program blends classic principles with hands-on software training, starting with an introduction to the history and basics of 2D animation. Dive into key concepts such as squash and stretch, anticipation, timing, and exaggeration. Learn character animation techniques like straight ahead and pose-to-pose, and enhance storytelling through facial expressions and dialogue synchronization. 
   
  The course also covers scene composition and effects animation—like smoke and fire—to enrich your sequences. Technical skills with popular animation software streamline workflows and produce professional-quality animations. 
   
  By the end, complete a final animated project integrating all techniques learned, supported by feedback for refinement. Graduates gain confidence to apply animation principles, create compelling characters, and manage complex animations, transforming into skilled animators ready to bring creative visions to life.

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  Robert Shaw - An Actor's Life on...

  Christopher Shaw Myers

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  "Go for the Jaws, stay for the Shaws." —Nat Segaloff, author of The Exorcist Legacy 
   
   
   
  Robert Shaw unforgettably commanded attention as the weathered seaman Captain Quint in the blockbuster sensation, Jaws. But what came before and after that landmark film is as dramatic as the hunt for the great white shark itself. 
   
   
   
  Capturing the many facets of the vibrant, generous, and sometimes polarizing man is his nephew, Christopher, who explores the forces that shaped a dynamic personality—including Robert's indomitable mother, his deeply troubled father, and his activist sister, Joanna, with whom Robert shared an unbreakable bond. Out of the traumatic events of their childhood in the Orkney Islands and Cornwall, Mrs. Shaw pushed her children to pursue their dreams. For Robert, that dream was acting and writing. 
   
   
   
  Despite a storied career on the British and American stage—as both performer and playwright—and a string of hit films including From Russia with Love, A Man for All Seasons, The Sting, and The Taking of Pelham One Two Three, international celebrity eluded Robert . . . until he was summoned to star in "a little horror film" called Jaws.

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  Painting with Mixed Media

  Paula Guhin, Geri Greeman

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  A gorgeously illustrated guide to exploring the creative possibilities of multiple materials in your arts and crafts.   Learn how to use painting mediums such as acrylic, watercolor, oil paint, ink, tempera, and pastels in combination with glazes, gesso, wax, and other materials for use in collages, scrapbooks, memory boxes, photo albums, and individual art pieces. For beginners to mixed-media painting as well as those who seek to expand their knowledge and skills with new ideas, techniques, or combinations, this guide opens up new creative paths and possibilities.   Each chapter features a different painting medium, exploring the ways it can be combined with other materials, and ends with spin-off suggestions that challenge you to continue exploring. Also included are a gallery of inspiring artwork from eight mixed-media artists and a list of resources for art materials.

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  On the Stage—and Off: The Brief...

  Jerome K.

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  On the Stage—and Off: The Brief Career of a Would-Be Actor is Jerome K. Jerome’s wry, self-aware account of youthful ambition colliding with reality. Written with the gentle irony and observational humor that would later make him famous, this autobiographical sketch follows a young Jerome as he becomes convinced—briefly but earnestly—that the theater is his true calling. 
  Inspired by the glow of the stage and the poetry of Shakespeare, he throws himself into study, preparation, and theatrical dreaming, only to encounter skeptical friends, practical obstacles, and the quietly comic truths of the profession. What unfolds is not a tale of triumph or tragedy, but of aspiration, illusion, and the peculiar education that comes from trying. 
  Warm, reflective, and lightly self-mocking, On the Stage—and Off offers a charming glimpse into the late-19th-century theatrical world and the inner life of a man learning—gracefully—that wanting something is not the same as belonging to it. Narrated with clarity and restraint by Tony J. Martin, this memoir remains a timeless portrait of ambition, humility, and the comedy of honest effort.

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  Taj Mahal - Its History Its...

  Kelly Mass

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  The Taj Mahal stands as a breathtaking testament to Indo-Islamic architecture, celebrated as one of the most exquisite examples of this style in the world. Its origins are steeped in the emotional backdrop of its commission, reflecting the rich culture and history of the Mughal Empire, which wielded power over vast regions of India during the 16th and 17th centuries. The monument was commissioned by Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal, who died during childbirth in 1631. Her passing left an indelible mark on the emperor, inspiring him to create a monument that would embody his love and devotion.While the majestic, domed marble mausoleum is the most iconic aspect of the Taj Mahal, the complex itself encompasses an extensive area of 22.44 hectares (55.5 acres) and comprises a variety of architectural features and landscaped gardens. Surrounding the central tomb are subsidiary tombs, a sophisticated system of waterworks, and the small town of Taj Ganji to the south. Additionally, a 'moonlight garden' lies to the north of the River Yamuna, designed to enhance the ethereal quality of the monument.

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