Brighten the advent season with a magic painting for every day of December, with designs from snowflakes and baubles to ice-skating animals and gingerbread houses - and, of course, elves galore. Just use the brush provided to sweep water over the pictures and reveal rich, glowing colours. A mess-free way to keep children busy during the holiday.

Founded in 1973 by Peter Usborne in the UK, Usborne has become one of the world’s most beloved children’s publishers. Their reputation for engaging, kid-friendly non-fiction and activity books spans generations. Beautifully illustrated, Usborne books take kids on literary learning and artistic adventures as they discover a world of wonder.

•  48 pages