Michael Parkin – illustratör

An Informal Guide to Workwear offers a fascinating overview of some of the most important workwear pieces, discussing their history, function, construction and materials.Workwear has transcended its utilitarian roots to become a staple in modern wardrobes. Originally designed for labour-intensive jobs, today’s workwear blends durable, well-made and sustainable clothing with fashion. In a world of increasingly fast fashion, workwear provides a sustainable alternative as a statement of endurance and quality. An Informal Guide to Workwear explores the links to the past and the incredible history of how this style became a staple. Workwear pieces include:• berets, popularised by Claude Monet and Che Guevara, among others• blue jeans, America's sartorial gift to the world• the siren suit, famously worn by Winston Churchill during the war• the shop coat, donned by Christian Dior in a show of democratic solidarity with the workers in his atelierFeaturing vibrant illustrations by Michael Parkin, this book is perfect for anyone interested in discovering more about the history of fashion and style.

It is said that you cannot step in the same river twice because these amazing bodies of water are constantly moving and changing. Rivers are found all over the world and can flow all year round or seasonally but they are always important.Rivers looks at how these amazing waterways develop, change and shape the landscape around us. It celebrates these changing and adapting habitats for plants and animals and explores how important rivers are to human life.You can build your own encyclopedia with A Ladybird Book.Other titles available in this series:The Ancient EgyptiansAnimal HabitatsBaby AnimalsClimate ChangeElectricityThe Human BodyInsects and MinibeastsPlanet EarthRainforestsThe RomansSea CreaturesThe Solar SystemThe Stone AgeTrainsTreesVolcanoesWeatherWindrush

It is said that you cannot step in the same river twice because these amazing bodies of water are constantly moving and changing. Rivers are found all over the world and can flow all year round or seasonally but they are always important.Rivers looks at how these amazing waterways develop, change and shape the landscape around us. It celebrates these changing and adapting habitats for plants and animals and explores how important rivers are to human life.You can build your own encyclopedia with A Ladybird Book.Other titles available in this series:The Ancient EgyptiansAnimal HabitatsBaby AnimalsClimate ChangeElectricityThe Human BodyInsects and MinibeastsPlanet EarthRainforestsThe RomansSea CreaturesThe Solar SystemThe Stone AgeTrainsTreesVolcanoesWeatherWindrush

Unlock the secrets of the sky with this fascinating guide to how airports work, the perfect choice when looking for aviation gifts for kids.Millions of people fly from airports every year, and yet how they work remains a mystery to most of us. Where does luggage go once you’ve checked it in? What causes turbulence? How does air-traffic control work? Answers to these questions and much, much more are found in the thrilling pages of this fully illustrated guide written by Mohammad Taher, better known as Mo T, The Airport Guy. Follow a family's exciting journey from check-in to arrivals with Mo T as he gives you a behind-the-scenes look at an international airport and reveals all the secrets only an expert would know.Expert Insight: Written by Mohammad Taher, an aerospace engineer and Aviation Ambassador, ensuring every fact is accurate and engaging for young minds.Educational Adventure: Packed with STEM content and accessible fact boxes, this book makes complex engineering concepts fun and relatable for children aged 5-7.Behind-the-Scenes Access: Detailed, charming illustrations reveal hidden areas of the airport, from the mechanics of the baggage carousel to the view from the pilot's cockpit.Storytelling Approach: A narrative arc follows a diverse group of travellers, helping to demystify the flying process and calm pre-flight nerves.A groundbreaking addition to travel books for kids, Airport Adventure transforms a standard flight into a thrilling journey of discovery. The perfect airport book for kids’ collections and curious travellers alike.

Unlock the secrets of the sky with this fascinating guide to how airports work, the perfect choice when looking for aviation gifts for kids.Millions of people fly from airports every year, and yet how they work remains a mystery to most of us. Where does luggage go once you’ve checked it in? What causes turbulence? How does air-traffic control work? Answers to these questions and much, much more are found in the thrilling pages of this fully illustrated guide written by Mohammad Taher, better known as Mo T, The Airport Guy. Follow a family's exciting journey from check-in to arrivals with Mo T as he gives you a behind-the-scenes look at an international airport and reveals all the secrets only an expert would know.Expert Insight: Written by Mohammad Taher, an aerospace engineer and Aviation Ambassador, ensuring every fact is accurate and engaging for young minds.Educational Adventure: Packed with STEM content and accessible fact boxes, this book makes complex engineering concepts fun and relatable for children aged 5-7.Behind-the-Scenes Access: Detailed, charming illustrations reveal hidden areas of the airport, from the mechanics of the baggage carousel to the view from the pilot's cockpit.Storytelling Approach: A narrative arc follows a diverse group of travellers, helping to demystify the flying process and calm pre-flight nerves.A groundbreaking addition to travel books for kids, Airport Adventure transforms a standard flight into a thrilling journey of discovery. The perfect airport book for kids’ collections and curious travellers alike.

ARE YOU NEW TO THE ILLUSTRATION BUSINESS? Fresh out of college, changing career or in your early years as an illustrator? The Illustrator's Guide gives you the essentials to kick-start your professional freelance career - and make it outstanding. Packed with expert, step-by-step guidance, top tips and exercises, this practical book shows you how to be an illustrator that stands out from the crowd. It covers all parts of developing a creative freelance career, including: forming good creative habits, finding clients, developing a great portfolio of work, getting feedback from people in the industry, contracts and copyright, and how to find an agent. The Illustrator's Guide is the ultimate companion for creatives entering the world of freelance illustration. It will be your companion all the way from enthusiastic beginner to confident professional and will guide you through every aspect of the business of illustration.

ARE YOU NEW TO THE ILLUSTRATION BUSINESS? Fresh out of college, changing career or in your early years as an illustrator? The Illustrator’s Guide gives you the essentials to kick-start your professional freelance career – and make it outstanding. Packed with expert, step-by-step guidance, top tips and exercises, this practical book shows you how to be an illustrator who stands out from the crowd. It covers all parts of developing a creative freelance career, including: forming good creative habits, finding clients, developing a great portfolio of work, getting feedback from people in the industry, contracts and copyright, and how to find an agent. The Illustrator's Guide is the ultimate companion for creatives entering the world of freelance illustration. It will be your companion all the way from enthusiastic beginner to confident professional and will guide you through every aspect of the business of illustration.

COCK-A-DOODLE-DOO! Ronnie the rooster arrives at Farmer Tony's farm to help wake up the animals. But something isn't right- Ronnie just cannot tell the time! The animals band together to help teach Ronnie and soon his COCK-A-DOODLE-DOOs are perfectly on time...mostly!

Biguana and Pinto have been best, best friends since they were eggs! They grow up together and Biguana gets bigger... and bigger... and BIGGER! He gets so much attention from everyone because of how big he is that he forgets all about Pinto and what it's like to be a good friend. Will he learn his lesson and make friends with Pinto again?

Ronnie the rooster arrives at Farmer Tony's farm to help wake up the animals. But something isn't right- Ronnie just cannot tell the time! The animals band together to help teach Ronnie and soon his COCK-A-DOODLE-DOOs are perfectly on time...mostly!

Terry the frog is sick of having no teeth, so after stumbling upon a camper's set of false teeth he decides to borrow them for a little bit. After all, what can go wrong?Terry is so proud of his teeth and all the other animals see how happy he looks with them in! But when it comes time to take them out, unfortunately he realises they are stuck! Will he ever get them out?