I am Jim Henson

I am Jim Henson
Author: Brad Meltzer
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 40
Release: 2017-01-10
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 0735228922

Jim Henson, the creator of the Muppets and Sesame Street, is the 11th hero in the New York Times bestselling picture book biography series for ages 5 to 8. Jim Henson, was always dreaming up something new, and always expressing his belief in the goodness of people. Henson was a born performer with a terrific sense of humor, and he used those talents to help create two of the most beloved programs in television history: The Muppet Show and Sesame Street. Through his Muppets, Jim showed the world that there’s nothing more beautiful than imagination, especially when it’s accompanied by laughter and kindness. This friendly, fun biography series inspired the PBS Kids TV show Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum. One great role model at a time, these books encourage kids to dream big. Included in each book are: • A timeline of key events in the hero’s history • Photos that bring the story more fully to life • Comic-book-style illustrations that are irresistibly adorable • Childhood moments that influenced the hero • Facts that make great conversation-starters • A character trait that made the person heroic and that readers can aspire to You’ll want to collect each book in this dynamic, informative series!

Who Was Jim Henson?

Who Was Jim Henson?
Author: Joan Holub
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 113
Release: 2010-07-08
Genre: Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN: 1101437154

Jim Henson broke into television with a five-minute puppetry segment when he was only a freshman in college. He created puppets like none ever seen before, with expressive fabric faces and rod-controlled arms. His Muppets became world-renowned celebrities and formed the backbone of a media empire. With black-and-white illustrations throughout, this easy-to-read biography will be published twenty years after Henson's untimely death.

Make Art, Make Money

Make Art, Make Money
Author: Elizabeth Hyde Stevens
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2014
Genre: Art
ISBN: 9781477817384

"An iconic creator and savvy businessman, Henson is a model for artists everywhere: without sacrificing his creative vision, Henson built an empire of lovable Muppets that continues to educate and inspire--and a business that was worth $150 million at the time of his death. How did he ever pull it off? And how can other creators follow in his path? Elizabeth Hyde Stevens presents ten principles of Henson's art and business practices that will inspire artists everywhere. Part manifesto, part history, part cultural criticism, part self-help, Make Art Make Money is a new kind of business book for creative professionals: a guide for creating and succeeding thanks to lessons from the Muppet Master himself"-- Goodreads.com

Imagination Illustrated

Imagination Illustrated
Author: Karen Falk
Publisher: Chronicle Books
Total Pages: 197
Release: 2012-11-07
Genre: Biography & Autobiography
ISBN: 1452105820

"Compiled directly from The Jim Henson Company archives, Imagination Illustrated adapts the diary that Jim faithfully kept throughout his career, supplementing it with a trove of little-seen visual material, including rare sketches, personal and production photographs, storyboards, doodles, and much more. Throughout, archivist Karen Falk delves into the behind-the-scenes details of Henson's life and his artistic process"--P. [4] of cover.

Jim Henson's Muppets in Show-and-yell

Jim Henson's Muppets in Show-and-yell
Author: Richard Chevat
Publisher:
Total Pages: 32
Release: 2005
Genre:
ISBN: 9781592262151

"The books in this series will teach your child important lessons about self-esteem, friendship, sharing, love, imagination, and manners. Collect all six of the storybooks that feature Jim Henson's Muppets for hours of reading and learning fun."--Cover back.

Big Bird's Busy Book

Big Bird's Busy Book
Author: Michael K. Frith
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 100
Release: 1975
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780394829043

Big Bird and his Muppet friends introduce a collection of stories, poems, puzzles, recipes, crafts, and games.

Jim Henson

Jim Henson
Author: Kathleen Krull
Publisher: Random House Books for Young Readers
Total Pages: 41
Release: 2011
Genre: Muppet show (Television program)
ISBN: 0375857214

Chronicles the life of Jim Henson, describing how he pushed the boundaries of entertainment and brought the art of puppets to a new level with the creation of his Muppets.

I Can Do it Myself

I Can Do it Myself
Author: Emily Perl Kingsley
Publisher:
Total Pages: 30
Release: 1993
Genre: Autonomy
ISBN: 9780895777034

Lessons on self-esteem, and learning how to do things all by yourself.