William C. Potter

Wizard detective Anna Kadabra needs help. Jewels have disappeared within the mind-boggling wings of the Mathmagical Museum. While attempting to solve the mystery and locate the jewels, she encounters an assortment of math problems, and a cunning dragon She'll need the help of readers with an aptitude for math to aid this magical expedition. Young mathematicians will love wielding their math skills in this unique world of fantasy. Bright illustrations light up the fun design, while inviting math problems allow readers to assess their understanding of at-level math concepts.

International experts examine transactions, capabilities, structures and norms influencing the complex network of trade in missile technologies.

In the fantasy world, every thump, bump, roar, or growl could be a demonic dragon, menacing minotaur, or horrifying hydra ready to strike. This valuable guide helps young artists harness the powers of their imagination so they can create a whole universe of awesome fantasy monsters. It shows them how to animate them with a touch of magical energy. From terrible teeth to cruel claws, this motivating book offers step-by-step instructions about how to transform a blank sheet of paper into a hulking, bloodthirsty beast. Artists will learn the tips that professional illustrators turn to when creating the fictional worlds we know and love.

Imagine a remote village on a moonlit night. A nearby dense forest is alive with eerie echoes. This is Gothic-horror territory, a world of vampires, werewolves, and those brave enough to face them Fantasy enthusiasts will love reading about each featured supernatural being and musing how it will fit into the next illustrated tale they weave. How-to sketches are accompanied by gorgeous full-color illustrations that will motivate artists of all levels. Whether readers are beginners or advanced in their illustration skills, there are plenty of clever tricks and tips to learn and add to their creative repertoire.

What creatures are lurking in the heart of the forest? Lots of animals call this leafy green environment home. Young artists will learn how to draw realistic forest critters by following step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations. Easy steps add up to complex works of art. Top tops help artists add even more detail to their masterpieces. Accessible text and simple instructions ensure this book is perfect for readers of all levels. Fun and engaging, this forest-themed volume will help young artists gain confidence in their skills.

Gentle giant whales, scary sharks, and dashing dolphins fill this amazing volume. Young artists will learn how to draw these majestic sea creatures in awesome action poses. Each project provides easy steps that lead to a complex masterpiece. Simple step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations make this book accessible to readers of all levels. Top tips help artists add even more detail to their works of art. Artists will be amazed at the realistic animals they can create with the help of this fun and informative guide.

Coral reefs are home to some of the most bizarre and beautiful creatures on Earth. What weird and wonderful animals are hiding in this incredible environment? Young artists will find out in this amazing volume. They'll learn to draw realistic sea creatures who call reefs home. Step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations make each project accessible. Easy steps lead to complex works of art. Artists will be amazed at the masterpieces they can create, and top tips will help them add even more detail to their work.

The open waters of the ocean can be a spooky place. What's lurking just beneath the surface? Sea creatures of all shapes and sizes. Young artists will learn to draw realistic creatures found in open waters with this epic volume. Step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations break each complex drawing down into easy, manageable parts. Young artists will be amazed at the masterpieces they can create. Top tips help them add even more detail to their works of art. This engaging volume is sure to make a splash in any library or classroom.

The open waters of the ocean can be a spooky place. What's lurking just beneath the surface? Sea creatures of all shapes and sizes. Young artists will learn to draw realistic creatures found in open waters with this epic volume. Step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations break each complex drawing down into easy, manageable parts. Young artists will be amazed at the masterpieces they can create. Top tips help them add even more detail to their works of art. This engaging volume is sure to make a splash in any library or classroom.

The animal kingdom is a wild place, especially in the grasslands. Roaring lions, sprinting ostriches, leaping gazelles, and many more fascinating creatures roam this habitat. Young artists will learn to draw gorgeous grassland creatures with realistic details. Simple step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations ensure each project is accessible. Top tips help artists add even more detail to their works of art. Each animal is in an awesome action pose, making them even more realistic. Artists will gain confidence in their skills as they draw their way across the grasslands.

The animal kingdom is a wild place, especially in the grasslands. Roaring lions, sprinting ostriches, leaping gazelles, and many more fascinating creatures roam this habitat. Young artists will learn to draw gorgeous grassland creatures with realistic details. Simple step-by-step instructions with accompanying illustrations ensure each project is accessible. Top tips help artists add even more detail to their works of art. Each animal is in an awesome action pose, making them even more realistic. Artists will gain confidence in their skills as they draw their way across the grasslands.

What creatures are scuttling across the shores? Young artists and animal lovers alike will find out in this fantastic volume. They'll learn to draw realistic seaside creatures with simple step-by-step instructions. Illustrations accompany each step, ensuring every project is accessible to readers of all levels. Easy steps lead to complex works of art. Each beach creature is in a realistic action pose, making the drawings even more lifelike. Top tips help artists add even more details to their masterpieces. They'll gain confidence in their abilities as they draw their way along the shore with this engaging book.

Tangled trails, loopy labyrinths, peculiar paths, silly sidewalks, nothing is too weird for this volume of bizarre mazes. Simple enough to trace with a finger, but challenging enough to be fun and engaging, these age-appropriate mazes will keep readers entertained. They'll engage in problem-solving while having fun as they try to escape each unusual maze. This interactive experience encourages young readers to engage with books. Gorgeous illustrations make each magical maze an adventure that readers will love.

The Four Faces of Nuclear Terrorism, a new book from the Center for Nonproliferation Studies, assesses the motivations and capabilities of terrorist organizations to acquire and use nuclear weapons, to fabricate and and detonate crude nuclear explosives, to strike nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities, and to build and employ radiological weapons or "dirty bombs."

The Four Faces of Nuclear Terrorism, a new book from the Center for Nonproliferation Studies, assesses the motivations and capabilities of terrorist organizations to acquire and use nuclear weapons, to fabricate and and detonate crude nuclear explosives, to strike nuclear power plants and other nuclear facilities, and to build and employ radiological weapons or "dirty bombs."