Elaine Landau

Hear what professional trumpeters like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good trumpeter needs. Discover whether the trumpet is your best choice for making music.

Hear what professional flutists like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good flutist needs. Discover whether the flute is your best choice for making music.

What's that friendly cat with the round face, muscular body and glossy coat? It's the American shorthair! American shorthairs are curious, playful, cuddly cats. Their owners think they are the best cats ever―and it's easy to see why. If you're an American shorthair fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its history catching mice on ships to the New World to its work fighting the San Francisco plague in the 1900s. You'll also want to...

Describes the basics of singing, including tips for getting started and information on vocal technique. Also features primary-source quotations from professional singers and voice teachers.

The drums are a blast to play and fun to learn. Drummers play in many types of groups from rock to pop to jazz. The band Led Zeppelin had hard-rocking drum rhythms. Even Beyoncé dances to the beat of the two drummers in her band Suga Mama. But are the drums right for you? Or would a different choice be better? Hear what professional drummers like about their instrument, and learn what skills a good drummer needs. Discover whether the drums are your...

What's that dog with the curly coat, good looks, and keen intelligence? It's the poodle! Poodles come in three sizes and different colors, so poodle lovers can pick their favorite! Poodle owners think they have the best dog ever - and it's easy to see why. If you're a poodle fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its friendly, people-pleasing nature to its history as a working dog in Germany. You'll also want to find out how to care...

What's that dog with the thick, shiny coat and fun-loving spirit? It's the golden retriever! Golden retrievers are cheerful, energetic, and devoted companions. If you're a golden retriever fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its brave search and rescue work to its roots as a hunting dog in Scotland. You'll also want to find out how to care for the golden retriever. So check out this go-to guide for golden retriever lovers - and learn...

What's that dog with the stocky build, bushy eyebrows, and alert personality? It's the miniature schnauzer! Miniature schnauzers are outgoing dogs with lively attitudes and loads of energy. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever - and it's easy to see why. If you're a miniature schnauzer fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its thick whiskers and sweet expression to its history as a pet and rodent hunter in Germany. You'll...

Do you like horses? Then you'll love learning all about the American quarter horse. American quarter horses are nimble and well-built. Did you know that these horses are famous for their calm and gentle natures? Or that police officers who work on horseback often choose American quarter horses? Learn more about Quarter horses in this fun and fascinating book!

What's that dog with the perky ears, big eyes, and lively personality? It's the Boston terrier! Boston terriers are "people pooches" with playful spirits and keen intelligence. Their owners think they are the best dogs ever―and it's easy to see why. If you're a Boston terrier fan, you'll want to learn all about this breed, from its smooth coat and sturdy body to its history as a fighting dog in Boston, Massachusetts. You'll also want to find out...