Books with author Becky Edwards

A revised edition of the classic bestselling how to draw book. A life-changing book, this fully revised and updated edition of Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is destined to inspire generations of readers and artists to come. Translated into more than seventeen languages, Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is the world's most widely used instructional drawing book. Whether you are drawing as a professional artist, as an artist in training, or as a hobby, this book will give you greater confidence in your ability and deepen your artistic perception, as well as foster a new appreciation of the world around you. This revised/updated fourth edition includes: • a new introduction; • crucial updates based on recent research on the brain's plasticity and the enormous value of learning new skills/ utilizing the right hemisphere of the brain; • new focus on how the ability to draw on the strengths of the right hemisphere can serve as an antidote to the increasing left-brain emphasis in American life-the worship of all that is linear, analytic, digital, etc.; • an informative section that addresses recent research linking early childhood "scribbling" to later language development and the importance of parental encouragement of this activity; • and new reproductions of master drawings throughout

Drawing on the Right Side of the Brain is the world's most widely used drawing instruction book. Whether you are a professional, a student, or enjoy art as a hobby, Betty Edwards' practical step-by-step guide to drawing will give you greater confidence in your ability, deepen your artistic perception and provide a new way to appreciate the way you perceive the world around you. Edwards breaks down first steps to ensure the reader has a practical grounding that will help them improve and have fun learning more difficult techniques. Edwards gives her expert advice on what materials to use and the importance of making a record of your starting point, with three key exercises: drawing a person from memory, a self-portrait, and drawing your hand. With great advice on how to look at these first attempts, she provides the reader with a guide to measure their progress and the ability to understand what you are doing and learn from every attempt so that none are wasted. The later sections of the book focus on perceiving edges, spaces and relationships within your drawing before applying these skills in solving problems and ultimately being free to continue on your own. Edwards will help you to shift to the right side of the brain that utilises more intuitive and artistic aspects of thinking.

The latest edition of the world's most widely used drawing instruction book, expanded and updated with brand new material.If you enjoy sketching but feel stuck, this classic handbook will give you the drawing skills you have always wanted. If you are already a competent sketcher, it will improve your confidence and deepen your artistic perception. Betty will provide a new way to appreciate how you perceive the world around you... a shift to the right side of the brain that utilises its more intuitive and artistic aspects of thinking!This definitive revised and expanded edition includes:- A new introduction- Updates based on current ground-breaking research about the brain's plasticity and the emerging significance of right-brain functioning- New tools for identifying and broadening everyday problem-solving and creative skills with the visual-thinking skills drawing can teach- A new emphasi

Teenager Josh Williams has a lot on his plate: a football injury, a complicated relationship with his brother Jamie, who is a member of the Annihilators motorcycle gang, and a budding romance with Brenda. When a large urban motorcycle gang makes a move to take over the Annihilators, several conflicts between members erupt, resulting in the murder of Brenda’s brother. Jamie is arrested and it’s up to Josh to prove his brother’s innocence. Told through Josh’s point of view, the novel’s fast-paced dialogue and text messages reflect the contemporary world of today’s teen. Details of motorcycle gangs are revealed as Josh navigates his way between the world of a small town high school student and the inner workings of vicious biker gangs. Teen readers will be captivated by this suspense-filled murder mystery about Josh’s journey to find justice for his brother, peace in his family, and love for his girl.

One April in Boston is the story of a real American family and a gift that was passed down from generation to generation. It teaches American history, the power of imagination, and the value of goal setting. In this unique book you will learn the real story of Paul Revere’s midnight ride; witness the first shots of the American Revolution; attend the reading of the Declaration of Independence in Boston on July 18, 1776; visit the Paul Revere House in 1909; and much more. After researching his Boston ancestors for six years, author Ben Edwards has crafted a tale that not only tells their story by tying in real connections to Paul Revere and Abraham Lincoln, but honors his relative Private Philip Edwards by revealing the gift he gave to the neighborhood children before leaving for France to fight in World War I and passing into legend. When the story begins in April 1775, 10-year-old Ben Edwards carries a spyglass that once belonged to his grandfather, an early Boston sea captain. Ben believes he can glimpse the future through its lens. His goal is to work on a sailing ship and see the world. Can the spyglass and a member of the Sons of Liberty help Ben on his journey? Will his predictions about the future come true? By reading the book you’ll discover that Ben’s gift is something we all possess, a power that can help you on your own life’s journey—if you believe in it.

One April in Boston begins with the story of an American family who live in Colonial Boston in 1775. The family includes a 10-year-old boy named Ben Edwards. Ben dreams of becoming a mariner, just like his grandfather, an early Boston sea captain. He sets this goal for himself and never gives up on it. Throughout the story, Ben carries a spyglass that once belonged to his seafaring ancestor. He believes he can see the future through the lens. Some family members make fun of his claim, but not his cousin Betsey. She believes that Ben can truly see images of things to come through his spy glass. In One April in Boston, you'll experience the dangerous and exciting events that occurred in and around Boston just prior to the start of the American Revolution. You'll meet Ben's Uncle Alex, a cabinetmaker and member of the Sons of Liberty. You'll also meet his sister Sally and learn of her interest in a young man who is Paul Revere's oldest son. You'll discover what Ben sees through his spyglass and find whether he gets a chance to go to sea. One April in Boston teaches children a valuable lesson in life and patriotism.