Books in Imagine series

Did you know that some pirates are big and strong while others are thin and cunning? Pirates can come in many different shapes and sizes, but all are very, very wicked! This amusingly twisted guide tells you just what you need to be a pirate: an eye patch, a hook, a handkerchief, and an earring. Pirates look for treasure, steal ships, and need to know how to walk a plank. There’s so much more to say about pirates (not the least of which is that they like to drink lots of grog and then sing pirate songs). Children will devour the information in this book. It is funny and entertaining, amusingly twisted, and will appeal to the insatiable interest in the wicked world of pirates.

A playfully spellbinding guide to the world of wizardry! Did you know that some wizards are young and good-looking while others are old with long beards? Or that all wizards are clever and bossy and love showing off? That's why they wear such peculiar clothes. For any budding young magic-maker, Imagine You're a Wizard! offers all you need to learn the tricks of the trade. From where to live (try a twisty, turning turret in a chilly, creepy castle) to what to wear (pointed hats are a must, as are rubber boots for muddy forests), author Meglin offers up wizarding tips aplenty. Bursting with wizard lore, wands to make, and even some spells to try, and glowing with enchanting illustrations by Lucy Lightning, Imagine You're a Wizard! is a guaranteed charmer. Key Features: Wizards are a wildly popular topic Fun to read, look at, and do activities Eye-catching illustrations complement delightfully silly descriptions

A playfully spellbinding guide to the world of wizardry! Did you know that some wizards are young and good-looking while others are old with long beards? Or that all wizards are clever and bossy and love showing off? That's why they wear such peculiar clothes. For any budding young magic-maker, Imagine You're a Wizard! offers all you need to learn the tricks of the trade. From where to live (try a twisty, turning turret in a chilly, creepy castle) to what to wear (pointed hats are a must, as are rubber boots for muddy forests), author Meglin offers up wizarding tips aplenty. Bursting with wizard lore, wands to make, and even some spells to try, and glowing with enchanting illustrations by Lucy Lightning, Imagine You're a Wizard! is a guaranteed charmer. Key Features: Wizards are a wildly popular topic Fun to read, look at, and do activities Eye-catching illustrations complement delightfully silly descriptions

The life of a ballerina is not just about looking lovely and dancing divinely. There are feet to care for, tutus to fluff... And just what is the secret to preventing dizziness from all that spinning? Leap into Imagine You're a Ballerina! and take center stage in an elegant ballet of the imagination. Budding ballerinas will learn important vocabulary (know your prima from your pirouette), costume tips (Swan Lake outfits should, in fact, never get wet) and hairstyle suggestions (beware long locks that tangle other dancers). They'll also find advice on accessories, more "do's" and "don'ts" of ballet, and some fascinating facts from the history of dance. Complete with story snippets of famous ballets, ballet-themed crafts for aspiring artists, and tongue-in-cheek details of all things ballerina, Imagine You're a Ballerina! is sure to lift young readers' imaginations.

An enchanting guide for anyone who’s ever dreamt of being a fairy! Did you know that fairies can be short, small, fat, tall, or thin? And that they are very clever and magical? This offbeat and highly amusing guide describes the essentials for becoming a fairy: a magic wand, flying shoes, an invisibility cloak, glitter, and a regal expression. This book offers masses of practical information. Within these pages, readers will discover everything they need to know about fairy outfits and clothes, equipment and accessories. There’s even detailed information on magic and spells. Young fairies might choose the spell for good luck or the one for making general mischief. And be sure to check out the pages on wands and flying practice, both critical to a successful career as a fairy. You will also find out about fairy godmothers and the code of conduct that fairies must obey.

Princesses live in fairytale castles and spend their days doing important things. There are ships to launch, knights to reward, and marriage proposals from persistent princes to decline. If this sounds like the job for you, slip into Imagine You’re a Princess! and explore the full panoply of princess practices. Potential princesses can claim the coolest bedroom in the palace (no peas under the mattress, please), learn to care for princess pets (unicorns are a perennial favorite), and practice essential life skills (helping others, being fascinating and intelligent). You’ll also create some princess paintings (bright colors only, of course), meet some famous faces (Rapunzel really lets her hair down, but Sleeping Beauty’s always napping), and even sneak a peak at a royal diary. Complete with step-by-step tips to becoming a princess, regal recipes for royal occasions, and other activities worthy of your highness, Imagine You’re a Princess! is jewel of a book that further sparkles with Lucy Clibbon’s stately illustrations. Think you can handle palace life? Well, if the glass shoe fits

Shiver me timbers!... A wickedly sinful peek at life on the rolling seas. Did you know that some pirates are big and strong while others are tall and thin and cunning? Pirates can come in many different shapes and sizes, but all are very, very wicked!!! If you want to be a pirate, you'll need an eye patch, a polka-dot handkerchief, a wooden leg or hook, earrings...and this book! Did you know that the pirate code stipulates that pirates can never be kind to children? Do you know where pirates work? Actually, pirates sail the Seven Seas looking for ships to rob, so they usually don't make it home for dinner. And sometimes, when the captain gets really angry, a pirate will be thrown overboard, so it's a good idea to take lessons in walking the plank. Pirates also spend a lot of time looking for treasure. It can be buried deep in the ocean or stashed away on a treasure island. Pirates often meet up with sea monsters or typhoons or marauding buccaneers -- but they don't get danger pay! Another thing about pirates: they don't even buy their own ships! They usually just steal other people's. That's why their ships have nice names like Saucy Sue. There's so much more to say about pirates (not the least of which is that they like to drink lots of grog and then sing pirate songs). Children will devour the information in this book. It is funny and entertaining, amusingly twisted, and will appeal to that insatiable interest in the wicked world of pirates. With such a warped take on the topic, only an irreverent illustrator like Lucy Blackheart could do it justice.