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Mental Health
Talking about your mental well-being and what affects you emotionally can be difficult. The library can become a valuable resource and a place of solace from everyday stressors.
Working towards mental well-being starts with small steps. For example, giving yourself a break when needed.
Check out our curated resources below to learn more about mental health and be inspired in your own mental health journey.
Looking After Your Mental Health
By Alice James & Louie Stowell
Call No.: Y 616.8900835 JAM
Publisher: Usborne Publishing, 2018
Available as a physical copy only. (Find a copy at the public libraries via the NLB catalogue!)
We talk about our physical health – but not so much how we’re feeling. With lots of practical advice, this lively, accessible guide explains why we have emotions, and what can influence them. Covering everything from friendships, social media and bullying to divorce, depression and eating disorders, this is an essential book for young people.
Synopsis from Usborne.
The Thing with Feathers
By McCall Hoyle
Publisher: Blink, 2017
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
Emilie Day believes in playing it safe: she’s homeschooled, her best friend is her seizure dog, and she’s probably the only girl on the Outer Banks of North Carolina who can’t swim. Then Emilie’s mom enrolls her in public school, and Emilie goes from studying at home in her pj’s to halls full of strangers. To make matters worse, Emilie is paired with starting point guard Chatham York for a major research project on Emily Dickinson. She should be ecstatic when Chatham shows interest, but she has a problem. She hasn’t told anyone about her epilepsy. Emilie lives in fear her recently adjusted meds will fail and she’ll seize at school. Eventually, the worst happens, and she must decide whether to withdraw to safety or follow a dead poet’s advice and “dwell in possibility.”
Synopsis from Harper Collins.
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
Relax and wind down at the end of your day
Nothing beats a relaxing night after a long day. Be it some skincare or BuJo time, spending quality time with yourself is always great. Check out this video for some inspiration on how to build your own restful night routine. #goodvibesonly
Source: My relaxing bedtime routine + WORKSHEET to build your own 🌙, The Bliss Bean
Here are some resources on mental health support in Singapore:
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mindline.sg
mindline.sg addresses the need for a trusted platform to improve the wellbeing of people in Singapore through technology. This platform directs people to sites of care and support, based on their self-reported needs and emotional states. -
Community Health Assessment Team (CHAT)
Community Health Assessment Team (CHAT) has been helping and supporting young people with mental health concerns since 2009. CHAT is a national outreach and mental health check programme under the Institute of Mental Health (IMH). -
Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH)
Singapore Association for Mental Health (SAMH) has been uplifting lives in Singapore’s mental health community since 1968. Their beneficiaries include youths, adults and seniors.
Helplines (adapted from The Straits Times):
- Samaritans of Singapore: 1800-221-4444
- Singapore Association for Mental Health: 1800-283-7019
- Institute of Mental Health’s Mobile Crisis Service: 6389-2222
- Care Corner Counselling Centre (Mandarin):1800-353-5800
- Silver Ribbon: 6386-1928
- Tinkle Friend: 1800-274-4788
All websites were last accessed on 25 December 2020.
Think Green, Go Green!
Engage with the world around you and pick up eco-friendly habits by repurposing the things you already have. Become part of a global initiative to combat climate change by making small lifestyle changes and adopting greener practices.
It’s often difficult to know where to begin, and you may feel like a small seed whose efforts make little difference. Don’t be discouraged! There are many things you can do, and most importantly, it is to get started.
Here are some resources to help you develop environmental mindfulness ☺️
Part 1: Reconnect with Nature - Forest Bathing
Known as shinrin-yoku, forest bathing does not actually involve any bathing. Instead, it is an opportunity for you to leave your tech behind, and spend some quiet time immersed in nature. Learn more about forest bathing and its benefits through this video below:
Source: The Art and Science of Forest Bathing with Dr Qing Li, Penguin Books UK.
Here are some simple steps to forest bathe in urban Singapore, so you can take a short breather from your hectic schedules and connect with the world around you:
- Choose a park with some trees near your home. Remember to pack water and food, and inform your parents/guardian on your whereabouts before leaving home.
- Immerse yourself in your surroundings as you wander around the park for at least 15 minutes.
- Listen to the sounds around you, look at the shapes of the leaves on the trees, and feel the sensation of the ground beneath your feet.
- If you are with someone, resist talking until the end of the walk.
- Self-reflect after your walk. How did you feel? What did you experience?
Adapted from “5 Simple Steps to Practising Shinrin-Yoku (Forest Bathing).” Grow Wild UK.
Part 2: Reduce Your Carbon Footprint - Upcycle a T-shirt
Have you ever thought about where most of your clothes come from? Where do these fast fashion pieces go after you are done with them?
Watch this TED-Ed video below to learn more about the life cycle of a T-shirt:
Source: The Life Cycle of a T-shirt by Angel Chang, TED-Ed.
Extend the life cycle of your clothes and upgrade your existing wardrobe by creatively upcycling them. Before you throw that old T-shirt away, think twice! Turn it into a functional tote bag in just a few simple steps.
You’ll need:
- T-Shirt
- Fabric Scissors
- Embellishments/Decorative elements
Try this out and tag us at @publiclibrarysg with #librarysg.
Source: DIY NO Sew T-Shirt Bag (SO Easy!!), WhatsUpMoms
Useful terms
Adapted from “What Is Fast Fashion, Anyway?” Today Online, 29 January 2019.
Adapted from: “Upcycle.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster.
Part 3: Stay Informed - Engage with Other Youths
Want to further engage with the topics of environmental sustainability? The UNICEF organisation Voices of Youth is a global digital community of young people speaking up about and taking on climate change. Read opinion pieces and poems written by other young people from around the world here.
Image credit: Screengrab from the official site of Voices of Youth.
Source: Voices of Youth
(All websites were last accessed on 18 December 2020.)
Be inspired!
Check out these related reads for more.
The Joy of Forest Bathing: Reconnect with Wild Places & Rejuvenate Your Life
By Melanie Choukas-Bradley, illustrated by Lieke van der Vorst
Publisher: Rock Point, 2018
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
A simple antidote to our nature-starved lives, The Joy of Forest Bathing is an enticing and comprehensive introduction to forest bathing–or Shinrin-yoku, in Japan–the meditative practice of connecting with nature and disconnecting from the distractions of daily life.
Synopsis from Quarto Knows.
Wear, Repair, Repurpose: A Maker’s Guide To Mending and Upcycling Clothes
By Lily Fulop
Publisher: Countryman Press, 2020
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
Repair your favorite socks with style, add flair with personalized patches, and turn ripped jeans into an embroidered masterpiece. For beginner and experienced makers, Lily Fulop’s guide to mending and upcycling is your colorful companion to ditching fast fashion and extending the lifecycle of all your favorite clothes. Say hello to sustainable inspiration.
Synopsis from W. W. Norton.
The Beast of Cretacea
By Todd Strasser
Publisher: Candlewick, 2015
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
Master storyteller Todd Strasser reimagines the classic tale of Moby Dick as set in the future - and takes readers on an epic sci-fi adventure. When seventeen-year-old Ishmael wakes up from stasis aboard the Pequod, he is amazed by how different this planet is from the dirty, dying, Shroud-covered Earth he left behind. But Ishmael isn’t on Cretacea to marvel at the fresh air, sunshine, and endless blue ocean. He’s here to work, risking his life to hunt down great ocean-dwelling beasts to harvest and send back to the resource-depleted Earth.
Synopsis from Candlewick.
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
Cooking Mac & Cheese
The act of cooking not only soothes the mind, but also relaxes your body. Getting into the flow of the activity can help to ease the tension in our bodies. What’s more, you get a delicious meal out of it!
Make your own Mac & Cheese
Whip up this Mac & Cheese with minimal fuss anytime! Snap a photo and wow your friends with your own creation of Mac & Cheese using simple ingredients.
- 200 grams of Cheddar Cheese
- 1 litre of Milk
- 340 grams of Macaroni or any Pasta
- 1 teaspoon of Salt
- ¼ teaspoon of Black pepper
- ¼ teaspoon of Paprika
Try this recipe and tag us at @publiclibrarysg with #librarysg 🧀
Source: Easy 3-Ingredient Mac and Cheese Recipe (One Pot)
How much do you know about Mac & Cheese? Here are 5 fun facts about the hearty and cheesy meal!
Sources:
- Pasta Pantry. “Mac Facts: 10 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Mac N’ Cheese.” Pasta Pantry, 20 June 2018.
- Pack, Rachael. “10 Things You Didn’t Know About Macaroni and Cheese.” The Daily Meal, 6 July 2016.
- International Dairy Foods Association. “Cheese Facts.” International Dairy Foods Association, 2020.
More cooking resources
- 25 Common Cooking Mistakes You Should Avoid – Check out this list of commonly made culinary mistakes that you should avoid to help make every cooking adventure a success!
- Create Nutrition Facts for Any Recipe – Whether you need to keep track of calories or monitor specific nutritional and dietary needs, this recipe analyzer can help.
- Supercook – Reverse engineer recipes by using this unique search engine. Simply type in the ingredients you have in your fridge or pantry. Within seconds, you’ll have a variety of recipes you can choose from.
- Quick and Easy Dinner Recipes – Unless a recipe contains complex terms and difficult processes, anyone who can read a recipe can cook. Follow this link to find recipes on Martha Stewart’s site that will make preparing dinners fast and simple.
(All websites were last accessed on 11 December 2020.)
Be inspired!
Read these eBooks to step up your food game!
The Mac + Cheese Cookbook
By Allison Arevalo & Erin Wade
Publisher: Ten Speed, 2013
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
These inventive dishes offer something for everyone: nostalgic homestyle recipes like Tuna Mac, international varieties like Sriracha Mac, decadent delights like Truffle Mac, and even the logic-defying Vegan Mac. You’ll also find recipes for quick veggie sides like Brussels Sprouts with Bacon and old-school desserts like frozen Peanut Butter Pie.
Synopsis from Penguin Random House.
The Teen Kitchen: Recipes We Love to Cook [A Cookbook]
By Emily Allen & Lyla Allen
Publisher: Ten Speed, 2019
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
A colourful and engaging cookbook, written by teenage media stars The Kitchen Twins, with more than 75 accessible, fun, healthy, and delicious recipes for everyday cooking. They also introduce you to the basic tools a young chef needs, explaining how to stay safe in the kitchen and outlining techniques.
Synopsis from Penguin Random House.
Pasta Modern: New & Inspired Recipes from Italy
By Francine Segan & Lucy Schaeffer
Publisher: Harry N. Abrams, 2018
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
In this beautifully photographed cookbook, the author, Segan details the hottest, newest, and most unusual pasta dishes from Italy’s food bloggers, home cooks, artisan pasta makers, and vanguard chefs. The one hundred pasta recipes, including many vegan and vegetarian specialties, ranging from simple, elegant to complex.
Synopsis from Harry N. Abrams.
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
Escape Rooms Online
Escape rooms are usually places that allow participants to experience live choose-your-own-adventure stories. Did you know that escape rooms are also available online?
Librarians around the world have created several escape rooms based off books, stories, and sometimes even fandoms (there’s even one that tests your K-pop knowledge). You can play these with your friends and family from the comfort of your own homes through digital platforms where you can share screens and use annotation functions to find the answers together.
Here are several escape rooms we’ve picked out for you! Click the images to get started.
Hogwarts Digital Escape Room
Been waiting for your letter to Hogwarts? Now’s your chance to enter the school grounds.
Image credit: Film still from Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone (Warner Brothers, 2001)
Source: The Hogwarts Digital Escape Room is prepared by Peters Township Public Library in McMurray, Pennsylvania, USA.
Re-visit your favourite Harry Potter titles by checking out these eBooks!
Escape from Camp Half-Blood
If you like Percy Jackson, here’s your chance to inhabit the shoes of a demi-god in training and work through the trials of the Olympians. Earn your right to quest alongside the best of heroes.
Image credit: Illustrated Map of Camp Half-Blood from the official site of Rick Riordan, https://www.rickriordan.com.
Source: The Escape from Camp Half-Blood escape room is created by St Albans Library in Hertfordshire, UK.
Need a refresher on the adventures of Percy Jackson? eBooks available for loan right here!
Are You Ready for the Hunger Games?: A Virtual Escape Room
Enter into a far dystopian future and take part in a Tribute training camp in preparation for the 10th Hunger Games. You must survive by completing visual and audio tasks that will test your memory. Most of all, keep an eye out for Corialanus Snow, who is w a t c h i n g you.
Image credit: Film still from The Hunger Games (Lionsgate, 2012)
Source: The Are You Ready for the Hunger Games?: A Virtual Escape Room is created by the tween and teen librarians at the Public Library of Brookline in Massachusetts, USA.
Ready to dive into the story of the Hunger Games once more? Check out the eBooks for the original book series and the newly released prequel here.
My Hero Academia Escape Room
Enter the world of Quirks created by Japanese Manga artist Kohei Horikoshi and get involved in the U.A. High Entrance Exam. Do well enough to pass the entrance exam and join the ranks of your talented seniors in U.A.!
Image credit: Cover of My Hero Academia Vol. 4, illustrated by Kohei Horikoshi and published by Viz Media
Source: My Hero Academia Escape Room is a venture by the Cedar Mill and Bethany Library in Portland, Oregon, USA.
Copies of the My Hero Academia manga are available for borrowing at the these libraries:
- Central Public Library (that’s at Bugis!)
- Jurong Regional Library
- Jurong West Public Library
- Woodlands Regional Library
Can You Escape the Tower?
Fans of fairytales – this one’s for you. Rapunzel’s got more spunk than expected! When the Prince proposes to escape, she’s completely on board. Work through logic puzzle traps and decode cryptic messages to flee from the wicked witch!
Image credit: Kadriya Gatina, 123rf
Source: Can you escape the tower? is an escape room created by the Andover Public Library in Kansas, USA.
Check out this eBook for a choose-your-own-adventure story featuring Rapunzel!
(All websites were last accessed on 3 December 2020.)
Virtual Tours: Ten Places Across the Globe You Can Explore From Home
With virtual travel and digital tours becoming increasingly common, you can now embark on a journey to faraway places all over the world from the comfort of your home! Click on the links and images to get started.
ASIA
Singapore
Curious about our very own Lion city? Go on VR tours with Curiocity and travel back in time to discover and rediscover Singapore through story maps and photographs. Visit it here!
Source: Screengrab from Curiocity.
Singapore Philatelic Museum, Singapore
Travel to the fictional world of Planet B612 and catch a behind-the-scenes look at Antoine de Saint-Exupery’s beloved book The Little Prince here! (Please note that Adobe Flashplayer or HTML5 Browser with WebGL or CSS3D support is required to access the site.)
Source: Screengrab from Singapore Philatelic Museum.
AFRICA
The Pyramids of Giza, Egypt
Traverse the last standing wonder of the ancient world here, and explore how this man-made monument was built to survive eternity.
Source: Screengrab from Google Maps.
EUROPE
Louvre, France
Explore the virtual interactive exhibit “Founding Myths: From Hercules to Darth Vader” to learn how artists, musicians, and filmmakers all over the globe have drawn inspiration from myths, and brought them to life. Visit it here!
Source: Screengrab from The Petite Galerie.
Van Gogh Museum, Netherlands
Find out about Vincent van Gogh’s reading habits (and surprising literary connections!) in this virtual exhibit by the Van Gogh Museum here.
Source: Screengrab from Google Arts & Culture.
NORTH AMERICA
National Parks, The United States of America
Follow US National Park Rangers through the hidden worlds of five different National Parks across the United States of America here.
Source: Screengrab from Google Arts & Culture.
SOUTH AMERICA
Machu Picchu, Peru
Virtually journey through the citadel of Machu Picchu with an audio guide, and learn more about the most famous ruin from the Inca civilisation here.
Source: Screengrab from Machu Picchu virtual tour.
AUSTRALIA
The Great Barrier Reef, Australia
Dive deep into the reefs of Australia to discover the fascinating world under the sea through interactive virtual maps with natural historian, David Attenborough, here.
Source: Screengrab from Attenborough's Reef.
ANTARCTICA
Antarctica
Experience the coldest place on Earth (and its adorable inhabitants!) in this series of 360-degree virtual reality videos. (Please note that a mobile device or a compatible browser on desktop is required to view the VR videos.)
Source: Antarctica: 360° Virtual Reality Experience playlist.
OUT OF THIS WORLD
Exoplanet Travel Bureau, Outer Space
Take a 360-degree tour of the surfaces of planets outside our solar system with NASA here. (Please note that a WebGL-supported browser is required for viewing the Exoplanet Travel Bureau site.)
Source: Screengrab from NASA.
(All websites were last accessed on 27 November 2020.)
Be inspired!
Reading takes you everywhere; tour the world and travel through time and space with these book recommendations!
The Lonely Planet Kids Travel Book: A Journey Through Every Country in the World
By Lonely Planet Kids
Publisher: Lonely Planet Global Limited, 2015
This book is only available as an eBook on OverDrive.
Take a world tour through 200 countries with this brand new edition of the bestselling kids’ version of Lonely Planet’s popular The Travel Book, loaded with thousands of amazing facts on wildlife, how people live, sports, hideous and mouthwatering food, festivals and a wide range of other quirky insights on every page. Every single country gets its own dedicated page, and a mix of photography and beautiful illustrations brings each land to life.
Synopsis from Lonely Planet.
A Wrinkle in Time, the Graphic Novel
By Madaleine L’engle, illustrated by Hope Larson
Call No.: Y 741.5973 LAR
Publisher: Farrar, Straus and Giroux, 2012
This eBook is available on OverDrive.
A graphic novel adaptation of the classic tale in which Meg Murry and her friends become involved with unearthly strangers and a search for Meg’s father, who has disappeared while engaged in secret work for the government.
Synopsis from Macmillan.
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
Boba Book Recommendations
Like to curl up with a drink and a book? Enjoy a bubble tea and we’ll provide you with a book recommendation. Go on, try it (you’re welcome)!
(Click the image to access the Boba Book Recommendations Quiz)
DIY Room Décor
Give your room an instant makeover – create a personalized photo wall collage with your favourite things and memories that will bring you joy!
You’ll need:
- Your favourite photos
- Removable multipurpose adhesive like sticky putty
- Optional items: yarns, thumbtacks, coloured papers and paper clips
Try this out and tag us at @publiclibrarysg with #librarysg
Source: 10 Tumblr Photo Wall Ideas ! ~ Cute Ways to Display & Organize Photos In Your Room (Jul 2016)
Be inspired!
Read these eBooks for more transformative ideas for your space and lifestyle.
Room Love: 50 DIY Projects to Design Your Space
By Heather Wutschke
Publisher: Capstone
A floor, a ceiling, and four boring walls? No more! Get creative, show your room some love, and turn your personal space into your happy place. Show off your style and personality with DIY pizzazz to makeover furniture, create one-of-a-kind decor, and organize your stuff with dozens of projects and ideas to make your room as unique as you are!
This eBook is available on OverDrive at: https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/3690653
Living Simply: A Teen Guide to Minimalism
By Sally McGraw
Publisher: Lerner Publishing Group
Minimalism has evolved into an Earth-friendly lifestyle focusing on the three Rs (reducing, recycling, and reusing) and on simplifying individual needs to reduce one’s carbon imprint. Hands-on activities, how-to tips, and profiles of practicing minimalists offer real-world examples for incorporating minimalism into your life.
This eBook is available on OverDrive at: https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/4475978
Get your sleep cycle back on track before school holidays end. You can start by re-establishing daily routine, avoiding long naps, and reducing screen time and vigorous activities an hour before bed.
Source: https://theconversation.com/seven-tips-to-get-your-sleep-cycle-back-on-track-during-lockdown-135595 (April 2020)
(All websites were last accessed on 27 May 2020.)
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
Science Exploration
“Grow” your unique rock candy and wonder at the process of crystallization. Not only is this a fun experiment but the result is also tasty!
You’ll need:
- Water
- Sugar
- Food coloring and flavors (optional)
- Lollipop sticks or bamboo sticks
- Wide glasses or mason jars
- Clothespins or hairclips
Try this out and tag us at @publiclibrarysg with #librarysg
Source: Grow Peppermint Sugar Crystals (31 December 2016)
Delve into the science behind rock candy here.
Be inspired!
Read these eBooks for mind-blowing science facts and revelations on quirky food myths.
Everyday Amazing
By Beatrice the Biologist
Publisher: Adams Media
Learn the basics of atomic science, sound waves, bioscience, microbiology, and more in accessible chapters offering a fresh perspective on concepts you may have learned about, but aren’t totally clear on. Quirky illustrations throughout add to the fun!
This eBook is available on Overdrive at https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/4500950
Did You Just Eat That? (Two Scientists Explore Double-Dipping, the Five-Second Rule, and other Food Myths in the Lab)
By Paul Dawson & Brian Sheldon
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company
Food scientists, Paul Dawson and Brian Sheldon, take readers into the lab to show how they determine the number of bacteria that get transferred by sharing utensils or how many microbes live on restaurant menus. Written with candid humor and richly illustrated, this fascinating book will reveal surprising answers to the most frequently debated questions about food and germs.
This eBook is available on Overdrive at https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/3911531
Too much screen time and sitting down? Balance that with at least one hour of moderate to vigorous physical exercise each day at least three days a week. Be sure to have activities that strengthen and build muscles and bones.
Source: https://raisingchildren.net.au/teens/healthy-lifestyle/physical-activity/physical-activity-teens
Kick-start your fitness with daily workout sessions by Singapore Sports Hub at: https://the-elxr.com/sessions/sgsportshub/
(All websites were last accessed on 18 May 2020.)
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
Cooking Pasta
Whip up this classic Italian dish with minimal fuss anytime! Snap a photo and wow your friends with your own creation of pasta Alfredo using simple ingredients.
You’ll need:
- Salt
- Ground black pepper
- Unsalted butter
- Parmesan cheese
- Fettuccine (or other pasta of your choice)
Try this recipe and tag us at @publiclibrarysg with #librarysg
Source: How to make… Pasta Alfredo! 3 INGREDIENTS! (2 April 2017)
Be inspired!
Read these eBooks to step up your food game.
Noodlemania! 50 Playful Pasta Recipes
By Melissa Barlow
Publisher: Quirk Books
You’ll go noodle crazy with the playful and colourful pasta recipes in Noodlemania! Try Super Stuffed Monster Mouths made with jumbo pasta shells, Rapunzel Pastamade with extra-long spaghetti and, Spider Cookies made with crunchy ramen noodles. Have fun in the kitchen while sharpening your cooking skills with Noodlemania!
This book is available on Overdrive at https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/1219921.
Maker Comics: Bake Like a Pro!
By Falynn Koch
Publisher: First Second
Sage’s fellow wizards-in-training get to study pyromancy and transfiguration, but Sage has been assigned an internship in…baking? She doesn’t think that sounds fun, or particularly magical! But her instructor insists that baking is a tasty form of alchemy. In an enchanted kitchen, Sage learns the simple science behind baking perfect pies, breads, cookies, and more!
This book is available on Overdrive at https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/4530253.
The act of cooking not only soothes the mind, but also relaxes your body. Getting into the flow of the activity can help to ease the tension in our bodies.
(All websites were last accessed on 5 May 2020.)
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.
For the ‘Gram
Level up your Instagram posts! Watch this video to learn 10 simple tricks to make your stories stand out.
Try these hacks and tag us at @publiclibrarysg with #librarysg
Source: 10 creative ways to edit your insta stories using ONLY the instagram APP ♡ (no other apps needed!) (20 April 2019)
Be inspired!
Check out these eBooks to boost your Instagram creativity.
Cats on Instagram
By @cats_of_instagram
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Cat lovers, rejoice! This irresistible book compiles over 400 photos from the hugely popular Instagram profile @cats_of_instagram into a keepsake treasure. Playful categories including “bowties,” “surprise!,” and “happy cats” showcase all the charm and delightful quirks of the wide world of cats. This is an ebook that will have feline fans smiling in recognition, surprise, and appreciation.
This book is available on Overdrive at https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/2688902.
A beautiful mess photo idea book : 95 inspiring ideas for photographing your friends, your world, and yourself
By Elsie Larson
Publisher: Potter Style
Ready to show your photos some love? Whether it’s of your sister’s smile, your morning coffee, or your new puppy, photos are a way to connect on Facebook and Instagram, keep a visual diary of our lives, and create momentos for future generations. Elsie Larson and Emma Chapman, creators of the mega-popular DIY style blog A Beautiful Mess, are in love with photographing everyday life. Here, they share that love with 95 all-new tips and photo challenges that will inspire you to style and snap better photos and then transform them into simple yet stunning projects and gifts. You’ll learn how to: Take the most flattering self-portraits; Be your own stylist to turn dull, cluttered photos into pretty lifestyle photography; Capture adorable couple portraits; Turn everyday moments, hobbies, and rituals into amazing photos.
This book is available on Overdrive at: https://nlb.overdrive.com/media/1233633.
Expressing yourself through drawings or comics, and sharing your artwork are great ways of staying connected with your friends during the school holidays.
You can share your artwork with teens around the world through UNICEF at: https://www.voicesofyouth.org/drawing-time-coronavirus-were-looking-you
Source: https://www.voicesofyouth.org/campaign/covid-19-and-youth-mental-health#header–16071
(All websites were last accessed on 30 April 2020.)
The book covers and synopses are the copyright of the respective publishing companies.