Books with author Susie Hodge

Turn the page and take a step back in time! From the Stories From History series, The Life of Leonardo Da Vinci takes a completely factual look at Leonardo Da Vinci, the first true Renaissance man. This book is presented in a fast-paced, edgy graphic novel format including bright, action-packed scenes. During his lifetime, he became a master painter, sculptor, inventor, scientists, military engineer, philosopher, botanist, and mathematician. Da Vinci created some of the World’s most recognizable works of art, becoming one of the most renowned figures in the artistic world. The Life of Leonardo Da Vinci is sure to capture any reader’s attention and turn even the most casual reader into a history buff! Features: • Full-Color illustrations • Fact Boxes • Timeline, glossary, and index Tales from the past meet modern-day storytelling! Epic battles, secret plots, and brave warriors await readers in the nonfiction Stories From History series. Discover history in a fast-paced format, taking readers right to the action! History has never been this exciting! Check out the other titles in this series!

The perfect books for aspiring young artists, the How to Draw series is a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different illustrations, from simple outlines to detailed, colorful drawings. Written and illustrated by experienced artists, these beautiful books contain a wealth of information about drawing techniques and feature galleries highlighting different styles, materials and ideas for extra inspiration.

The perfect books for aspiring young artists, the How to Draw series is a fantastic way to get kids drawing in seconds. With simple instructions and step-by-step illustrations children can learn to draw 15 different illustrations, from simple outlines to detailed, colorful drawings. Written and illustrated by experienced artists, these beautiful books contain a wealth of information about drawing techniques and feature galleries highlighting different styles, materials and ideas for extra inspiration.

Why was the waltz once thought to be a shocking dance? How did the lindy hop get its name? What is the paso doble? Latin and Ballroom provides a detailed look at the development of Latin and ballroom dancing, from the earliest social dances to the competitions and flamboyant shows of today. The book looks at how the choreography and improvisation differ from other styles of dance, and explores the part played by costumes and make-up. There is also advice on how to become a Latin or ballroom dancer.

Can you use your cunning and classic art comprehension to solve the mystery of the forged paintings? Discover your detective skills in Classic Art Counterfeit. Questions are carefully chosen to address core subjects for the age group. Finding the answers enables readers to advance through the story, learning more about art with every step they take. Clues are dotted along the way, and wrong turns will direct readers towards the right answer! A glossary explains tricky words and provides added reference material.