Books in Happy Coloring Books series

From the ancient Chinese art of Shaolin Kung Fu to Krav Maga, Israel's modern self-defense system, this coloring book offers a fascinating look at martial arts from around the world. Captions accompany illustrations of 30 styles: Judo, the "gentle way" of Japan; Brazilian Capoeira, which incorporates music and dance; Muay Thai Boxing, Thailand's national sport; and many other forms of contact combat.

The large, easy-to-color pictures in this book help youngsters prepare for an exciting plane trip. Twenty-two captioned illustrations — all designed to ease children through their first flight — depict a young couple and their two children at the airport, going through security checks, and waiting to board a plane; a jet being refueled; a pilot and copilot seated in the cockpit; flight attendants giving instructions; air traffic controllers tracking planes; and fifteen other scenes.

Here's a great introduction to Manhattan for young people. Illustrations of 25 Big Apple sites with great appeal to grade-school-age children depict the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the ships at South Street Seaport, mummies at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and dinosaurs at the American Museum of Natural History, as well as: Grand Central Station; Chinatown; Central Park Zoo; Brooklyn Bridge; American Indian Museum; Madison Square Garden; Empire State Building; Wall Street and Trinity Church; Times Square; United Nations; and eleven other popular New York City attractions. An informative caption accompanies each carefully rendered illustration.

Here's a moderately priced coloring book that comes with an entertaining (as well as educational) twist!Illustrator Llyn Hunter has dramatically rendered — in alphabetical order — 28 prehistoric beasts as they might have appeared in their natural habitats millions of years ago. Extensive notes contain fascinating background information on the mighty Apatosaurus, the herbivorous Brachiosaurus, the "helmeted" Corythosaurus, and other Mesozoic creatures.Young amateur paleontologists are provided with a list of sources for further reading, plus helpful suggestions for coloring the drawings.

For the hard-core enthusiasts who go above and beyond in everything they do — and for the rest of us who like to watch them — here are 30 ready-to-color illustrations of exciting activities that take sports to the edge. Love a challenge? Check out the bungee jumpers, hang gliders, rock climbers, skydivers, windsurfers, kite boarders, and stunt pogo players. Whether you want to get into the action — or just enjoy a vicarious thrill through coloring — this book delivers extreme coloring action!

Color an A-to-Z fantasy of waltzing squirrels, dancing bears, and other wee creatures! From a kitten's graceful Arabesque to her sparkly Zircon-decorated tutu, this alphabet-themed coloring book abounds in cute little critters that love ballet. Suitable for children ages 4–8, the 30 illustrations depict a corps de ballet of mice, a pas de deux for a frog and mouse, bunnies en pointe, and other fanciful images.

Among the most charming American popular arts of the early twentieth century was the carving of fanciful, elaborate animals to grace the carousels that abounded in amusement parks across the country. This meticulously rendered coloring book celebrates the ornate beauty and character of the carousel carver's art.Colorists and carousel lovers of all ages will delight in Christy Shaffer's 30 finely drawn, ready-to-color illustrations, all based on authentic antique carvings. Each is accompanied by a caption detailing fascinating facts about the animals.Whether you are a youngster dazzled by the magic of these carousel creatures, a nostalgia enthusiast, or a lifelong merry-go-round fan, this coloring book will treat you to a delicious taste of the past as you color and bring these enchanting animals to life.

Meet Mike, a brave New York City firefighter. You can follow him through a typical workday as you color large, clearly drawn pictures of him and his partners.At the start of Mike's day, he's met at the firehouse door by Chips, the company's pet Dalmation. He then greets Kevin and Patty, who are making lunch in the kitchen; checks important lifesaving gear; and later, when the fire alarm goes off, runs outside to stop traffic so the big engine can safely pull out of the building and head for the fire. At the end of the day, the entire company relaxes in the kitchen.Thirty exciting, ready-to-color black-and-white illustrations are accompanied by captions.