Jews created the first comic book, the first graphic novel, the first comic book convention, the first comic book specialty store, and they helped create the underground comics (or "Comix") movement of the late '60s and early '70s. Many of the creators of the most famous comic books, such as Superman, Spiderman, X-Men, and Batman, as well as the founders of MAD Magazine, were Jewish. From Krakow to Krypton: Jews and Comic Books tells their stories and demonstrates how they brought a uniquely Jewish perspective to their work and to the comics industry as a whole. Over-sized and in full color, From Krakow to Krypton is filled with sidebars, cartoon bubbles, comic book graphics, original design sketches, and photographs. It is a visually stunning and exhilarating history.
Just how dedicated can gamers be? Video games inspire people to write fan fiction, draw characters, and even dress up in costume to act out video game scenes. Read this book and dive into gaming culture. Whether you like to read comics, write stories, perform in plays, make music, create movies, or dress up in wacky outfits, video gaming culture has got something for everyone!
You might think that working in the video game industry is all fun and, well...games. Jobs like combat designer and animator sound pretty exciting. But do you know what it really takes to do one of these jobs? Do you have the skills? The knowledge? Are you ready to work hard? Game designers create the images, sounds, and action that gamers enjoy. Find out if you can handle a job in this fast-paced industry.
Has anyone ever told you gamers out there that your time would be better spent studying? Well, don't let go of that joystick just yet! Turns out, advancing to that next level of Super Mario Brothers has a similar effect on your brain as getting an A on your spelling test. Video games have been successful at training elite groups in the U.S. military and future doctors. Discover how they can help boost your brain power too!
The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Bad Bunny! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any Bad Bunny fan.
The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Timothée Chalamet! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any fan of Timothée Chalamet.
The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Taylor Swift! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any Swiftie.
The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Lizzo! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any Lizzbians.
In 1975 Saturday Night Live came out of the gate swinging, with a daring, bold, and rebellious vibe that was new to television back then. With a cast of comedic actors known as the Not Ready for Prime Time Players, television producer Lorne Michaels launched a style of live television comedy that appealed specifically to young viewers with a taste for questioning authority?and that style stood the test of time. From hilarious characters?the Conehead family, Wayne Campbell, the Spartan cheerleaders, the Target Lady, and Stefon?to impressions of US presidents and politicians performed with spot-on precision, the late-night comedy show has shaped American comedy for four decades. With millions of loyal fans across a wide range of viewership demographics, Saturday Night Live has made a significant impact on American culture. It introduced catchphrases such as "Well, isn?t that special?" and "More cowbell!" It influenced public opinion through satirical political sketches and news commentary. It provided rich material for box office hits such as The Blues Brothers and Wayne?s World. It created megastars out of dozens of comedians. And in the process, the show earned an impressive roster of accolades including thirty-six Primetime Emmy Awards, a Peabody Award, and three Writers Guild of America Awards. It's been ranked as one of the greatest shows of all time and has been inducted into the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Broadcasting Hall of Fame. Discover how the SNL brand of raucous humor has stayed meaningful and fresh over the years and continues to draw audiences today.
The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of BTS! Packed with fun facts about Bangtan Sonyeondan, quick quizzes to test Tannie knowledge, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any members of ARMY.
The ultimate fact book and journal for fans of Selena Gomez! Packed with fun facts, quick quizzes, and bonus pages for journaling, this is a must-have for any Selenators.
The Encyclopedia of Epic Myths and Legends is focused on connecting a wide array of cultural myths to modern pop culture and media references influenced by them.
This book examines pirates throughout history--both as real-life figures and as fictional characters. Readers will separate pirate fact from pirate folklore and learn what motivates real-life acts of piracy in the modern world.
Audisee® eBooks with Audio combine professional narration and sentence highlighting for an engaging read aloud experience! Throbbing disco beats boom at the club. Crowds move to the lively beat of dance pop hits. Fans scream and cheer for teen idols. These are the sounds of pop. After Elvis hit the scene in the 1950s, a distinct youth taste in popular music began to emerge. The sound of pop music has varied greatly in the decades since Elvis, ranging from rock to disco to boy bands to dance pop. But all pop music is defined by catchy melodies and a broad appeal to teens. Find out how it all began. Learn about MTV's role in shaping pop music. Discover the stories of bubblegum pop groups, family bands, dance-pop idols, and disco sensations. And read more about legends such as Paul Anka, Madonna, the Jackson Five, and Katy Perry.
Have you ever wondered what video games would be like if they never changed? The first games were little more than bouncing dots on a plain screen. Modern games include astonishing action, realistic environments, and epic story lines. Take a look at how video games have evolved over the years, and learn about the kinds of games we might be playing in the future.
Challenge yourself to rise to the occasion with these 15 sticker puzzles featuring characters and scenes from both films in the Minions franchise! Featuring memorable scenes from both films in the Minions franchise, these innovative puzzles will appeal to fans of all ages. Each of the 15 puzzles contains more than 100 stickers to be fitted into a tessellated grid—as the stickers are put in place, a full-color artwork of favorite characters and scenes from the films appears. Entertaining editorial content from Minions and Minions: The Rise of Gru allows you to revisit your favorite movie moments again and again. Plus, fascinating behind-the-scenes factoids will surprise and delight even the biggest Minions fan. And if you get stuck, a helpful answer key at the back of the book is available to get you out of a jam! When you’re done, you’ll have a collection of awesome glossy art posters to display.
Build 29 detailed replica models of favorite locations and characters from Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. Fans of the film will also enjoy the 32-page keepsake book that features background information about the movie. Build a magnificent diorama of Halloween Town and other iconic locations from Disney Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas. This two-in-one kit includes a 56-page model book with punch-out pieces and step-by-step instructions to make 29 detailed paper models such as Spiral Hill, the Mayor’s car, Jack’s house, Oogie Boogie’s lair—and more! Along with these fun paper models is a collection of punch-out trading cards with fascinating film facts, plus a 32-page keepsake book featuring iconic frames from the movie and detailed information about the dual-holiday movie that has captured the hearts of millions of fans around the world.
Get to know the Golden Girls in this collection of 15 sticker art puzzles! Each sticker jigsaw puzzle uses more than 100 removable stickers to complete full-color images of these famous sassy seniors! An answer key and numbering on the stickers helps out if you have trouble, and each puzzle offers a bit of trivia about the characters. Puzzles keep the brain challenged and are fun for all ages!
Gamers, beware—your video games can think for themselves! Ever wondered what's inside the plastic of your video game console but don't want to crack it open to find out? Crack open this book instead! You'll learn what computer code looks like, how a game console's "brain" makes decisions, and how its memory allows you to return to play each day without starting from scratch.
Collecting bugs, drawing cartoons, writing plays, studying robotics—these are just some of the hobbies that inspired the creation of video games such as Pokémon and The Legend of Zelda. Who are these men and women who helped launch the gaming industry from private computer labs to widely available popular entertainment? Read this book to find out who and what inspired your favorite video games!
Archie is History," Part Two. Archie's wallet is history - it's been mysteriously stolen and everyone's return bus tickets from Washington, DC are inside! Meanwhile, Reggie tries making political power plays while Veronica tries making a real estate deal of historic proportions! Before story's end, a valuable lesson about Honest Abe Lincoln is learned, and just wait until you see who's disguised as Ben Franklin! It's a trip through history filled with laughter and learning, as only the Archie gang can deliver!
Archie is History," Part One. Archie and his friends head for Washington, D.C. to take part in a living history festival where everyone dons costumes of their favorite historical figures! Does Archie have what it takes to portray a Revolutionary War hero? Will Betty and Veronica fight over who will wear the Medieval Princess gown? Can Jughead rustle up some grub as a wild west cowboy? What kind of scoundrel will Reggie dress as? It's a trip through history filled with laughter and learning, as only the Archie gang can deliver!
Noah Gruelle knew there was something odd about Puzlefoot Bridge. But he never expected the clues to point him to Torvald, a troll living under the bridge! A mysterious spell causes Noah to get an even more up-close view of the surprising life of a troll. Learn what happens next in this exciting graphic novel!
Fifteen challenging sticker puzzles featuring favorite moments and characters from Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas await on these pages! Puzzle your way through spooky scenes from the iconic film with Disney Tim Burton's The Nightmare Before Christmas Sticker Art Puzzles! Each of the 15 delightfully frightful puzzles in this book features full-color art of your favorite characters and moments from the beloved double-holiday film. To solve a puzzle, you’ll need to fit more than 100 sticker shapes into a tessellated grid. When you’re done, you’ll have a glossy art poster to frame and hang on your wall. In the spirit of the haunting holiday, this book features a glow-in-the-dark cover, plus a bonus glow-in-the-dark puzzle of Oogie Boogie inside! Ideal for fans of the movie and puzzle enthusiasts alike, this book will provide hours of enjoyment as you complete each scene.
Gratitude has a way of increasing the good things that come to and from us, as positivity begets and multiplies positivity. Teens are often criticized for being entitled, greedy, spoiled, and ungrateful. Teens who demonstrate a spirit of gratitude also draw people to them and inspire a desire to help them succeed and reach their goals. This, in turn, results in a strong network of connections, superb college recommendations, employment tips, and great job offers. Teachers and librarians will have reason to feel gratitude when they see how well this text meets various informational text reading standards of the Common Core curriculum, including summarizing text, determining a central idea and its supporting details, tracing and evaluating an argument and its specific claims, determining the validity of the author's reasoning and evidence, and determining an author's point of view and purpose.
Sonic and Tails--friends no more?! Tensions boil when Sonic starts dating Fiona Fox, the lovely lass for whom Tails holds a torch! Brother fights brother for the love of another, while political tensions brew in the city of New Mobotropolis! Political intrigue meets brutal battle in this latest edition to the Sonic Saga Series! House of Cards collects issues #177-180 of the Sonic the Hedgehog comic book series.
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