clothing and dress

Highlights the geography, government, cities, currency, people, customs, and culture that make Mexico unique in an increasingly globalized world.

When Lottie persuades her mother to let her wear her sparkly gold dress to school, their day becomes very special.

Transform a simple sheet of paper into a fashion-forward outfit with easy-to-follow instructions and illustrated diagrams. Create everyday outfit essentials such as jeans, sweaters, and jackets to amp up your wardrobe. With ten original, one-of-a-kind origami pieces, everyday outfits are sure to be runway-ready. All you have to do is fold it, shape it, and style it.

The cultural, religious, and social implications of human decoration and adornment are examined. Detailed information about clothing, hairstyles, tattoos, jewelry, body piercing, feet binding, and other types of fashion or style is profiled. Entries explain the fashion or style within the context of the traditions, customs, rituals, or practices it relates to, as well as its significance to society or culture. Entries are arranged chronologically, and each era, century, or decade begins with a short synopsis of the historical highlights. The four main topic areas are clothing, footwear, hairstyles and headgear, and body decoration.

Contains illustrated, step-by-step instructions for transforming old t-shirts into useful wardrobe pieces and accessories, including a scarf, headband, bag, sailor shirt, and other items.

A story about a Big Bad Wolf getting dressed.

Introduces young readers to the processes involved in producing the materials used in clothing and turning them into such garments as cotton jeans, a silk dress, and rubber boots.

Getting ready for a trip outside can take extra time in the winter months. This book helps budding readers understand how important dressing warmly is.

Shy Layla is unwilling to open up about herself or share why she wears a head scarf that sets her apart from the other students, until kind teachers and classmates help her feel more comfortable with the other first graders.

"Pete just can't decide which outfit to wear to school! He has so many options to choose from. Fans of Pete the Cat will enjoy Pete's creativity in choosing the coolest outfit" --.