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The Galactic Goal (Geronimo Stilton Spacemice #4)
Par Geronimo Stilton. 2013
Geronimo Stilton meets outer space in this cosmically fun spin-off series!The spacemice have received an invitation to participate in the…
intergalactic soccerix championship. It's a tournament for the most popular sport in space! But Geronimo doesn't even know how to play soccerix, let alone lead a team to victory against aliens with bizarre skills (like flying)! Can the spacemice team prevail?Birds, Bees & Blossoms: A step-by-step guide to botanical and animal watercolour painting
Par Harriet De Winton. 2021
In her second book, botanical artist Harriet de Winton shows you how to paint modern watercolour artworks to treasure and…
share. Picking up where New Botanical Painting left off, this books aims to expand readers' repertoires into fauna as well as flora, with easy-to-follow instructions for a variety of difficulty levels.Through more than 30 step-by-step projects, you'll discover how to paint beautiful butterflies, bumblebees, birds and botanicals from around the world. In the final chapter, you'll find a guide to composing stunning patterns and scenes with your own botanical watercolour creations. Use your new skills to make art for your wall, unique cards, invitations, or simply paint for pleasure.Projects include: Bengal TigerChilean FlamingoPrickly PearZebraBumblebeeGarden Tiger MothPeacockWhite-tailed DeerPolar BearArctic PoppyAnd many more!Memory Superpowers!: An Adventurous Guide to Remembering What You Don't Want to Forget
Par Nelson Dellis. 2020
A kid’s guide to amazing feats of memorization with “a variety of engaging memory exercises [and] methods for all different…
types of learners.” —Kirkus ReviewsNelson Dellis, the four-time USA Memory Champion, reveals the secrets to his phenomenal ability to remember almost anything. From presidents to state capitals, from mathematical theorems to the periodic table, kids have so much to remember for school!This incredibly helpful book is structured as an entertaining and fantastical narrative in which the author guides the reader as they attempt to climb Mount Foreverest. Up there, the goal is to defeat the Memory Thief, a villain plotting to steal everyone’s memories. On the journey, while encountering pirates, forest dwarves, and mummies, you’ll also find tools and tricks to remember the US presidents in order, foreign word meanings, countries and capitals, the periodic table, long numbers, and multiplication tables. These easily understandable exercises can help build skills to remember any kinds of words, lists, numbers, or concepts. Whether you’re trying to become a better student or just want to amaze friends and family, Memory Superpowers! is one unforgettable book.“[Steph] Stilwell’s bright illustrations accompany this book that’s full of useful tips that will help students enjoy learning to study better.” ?BooklistWrite imaginative and awesome stories with prompts inspired by Roblox!Elementary-age kids will learn just how fun writing can be with this…
collection of 101 story starters, all based on their favorite video game. This book will provide prompts paired with blank lines for journaling, so everything needed to jumpstart the writing process is all in one place. Plus, with a friendly introduction on how to use the book and begin story writing, kids&’ creativity will be flowing in no time. Kids will enjoy hours of screenless activity time thanks to the sometimes hilarious sometimes fascinating story prompts based on the most popular Roblox games! Plus, they'll be able to keep up their writing skills and prevent summer learning loss in a way that's fun, funny, and creative.Spot the Plot: A Riddle Book of Book Riddles
Par J. Patrick Lewis, Lynn Munsinger. 2009
Thirteen witty and wacky poems pose riddles that challenge readers to "Name That Book." With a glass slipper here and…
a spiderweb there, Lynn Munsinger's adorable illustrations lead young readers to the solutions. From Goodnight Moon to Madeline, children and parents alike will delight in recognizing their most cherished stories.The Best F*cking Activity Book Ever: Irreverent (and Slightly Vulgar) Activities for Adults
Par Nicole Narvaez. 2019
Give boredom the middle finger with this fun, hilarious and slightly profane activity book.Who gives a sh!t about solving puzzles…
anymore? Say "eff you" to boring activity books with this irreverently vulgar upgrade. Including everything from crude crosswords and off-color coloring pages to wickedly funny word searches and salacious scrambles, this book is full of over 100 impolite activities guaranteed to make you giggle as you kill time and enjoy the activities on an entirely new level. The perfect gift for someone who enjoys both puzzles and slightly naughty humor, The Best F*cking Activity Book Ever will surprise and amuse those special potty mouths who bring the most creative and colorful language into your life. Cheeky with profanity, this is not your grandparents&’ activity book. So strap the f*ck in and tell boredom to eff off!Enigmas para antes de ir a dormir
Par Laura Overdeck, Jim Paillot. 2013
¡Deja de contar ovejitas! Llegan los enigmas para antes de ir a dormir, ¿estás preparado para el reto? Con más…
de cien divertidos enigmas sobre refrescos explosivos, submarinos, montañas rusas y pingüinos, este libro está lleno de retos de lógica y cálculo para compartir en familia antes de ir a dormir.A Stick Is an Excellent Thing: Poems Celebrating Outdoor Play
Par Marilyn Singer. 2012
A paean to play from an award-winning poet and a New York Times best-selling illustrator. The trappings of childhood change…
from generation to generation, but there are some timeless activities that every kid loves. Marilyn Singer and LeUyen Pham celebrate these universal types of play, from organized games such as hide-and-seek and hopscotch to imaginative play such as making mud soup or turning a stick into a magic wand. Lyrical poems and bold illustrations capture the energy of a group of children in one neighborhood as they amuse themselves over the course of a summer day. At a time when childhood obesity rates are soaring and money is tight for many families, here is a book that invites readers to join in the fun of active play with games that cost nothing.The Queen of Chess: How Judit Polgár Changed the Game
Par Laurie Wallmark. 2023
This is the true story of how Judit Polgár captivated the world as she battled to become the youngest chess…
grandmaster in history!The queen of chess, Judit Polgár, dazzled the world as a prodigy, winning tournaments, gold medals, and defeating eleven world champions, including Garry Kasparov and Magnus Carlsen. At her peak, Judit was rated the eighth best chess player in the world.But before these tremendous successes, Judit burst onto the chess scene as a ferocious, child competitor. Beating adults by five-years-old, and winning international tournaments by age nine, Judit was destined for greatness. Follow her incredible journey as she strives for chess immortality, hunting to become the youngest chess grandmaster in history.My Mortified Life: A Guided Journal to Gauge How Much You've Changed Since Childhood
Par David Nadelberg. 2017
How Much Have YOU Changed Since Childhood?From the makers of the acclaimed Mortified podcast, stage show and documentary series, this…
interactive diary is part time machine, part confession booth. Discover how much you&’ve changed (and haven&’t) as you answer questions about your:• Love life• Family life• Best days• Worst days• Fears• Vices• Unfortunate fashion history (no, that Hypercolor shirt will never be cool again)• And beyond!With prompts that encourage you to compare your life THEN vs. NOW, My Mortified Life is a cathartic way to relive your past, reflect on your present and figure out whether you&’re still the same wonderful weirdo you were back in the day.Potty Humor: Jokes That Should Stink, But Don't
Par Brian Boone. 2020
Hundreds of gross jokes to whip out whenever you have the urge to make people groan!Get ready for the hundreds…
of gross-out groaners to be found on the pages of Potty Humor! From the folks who brought you Dad Jokes and Dad Jokes Too, here&’s an entire book devoted to pee jokes, poop jokes, barf jokes, and more. This volume of icky humor will have your friends and family cringing and moaning all year long!Squeaky Clean Jokes to Tickle Your Funny BoneSqueaky Clean Super Funny School Jokes for Kidz. From Craig Yoe, the former…
Creative Director, Vice President, and General Manager of Jim Henson's Muppets-and former Creative Director at Nickelodeon and Disney-comes a series of wholesome joke books for kids of all ages. Squeaky Clean Super Funny School Jokes for Kidz is the third of the series and you’ll want to own them all!Laugh-out-loud (LOL) funny jokes. Craig, a retired pastor, believes that there is nothing better in life than making kids laugh and feel happy. He has been collecting jokes for years, and now he is releasing his hand-picked jokes for kids in the “Squeaky Clean” series. It’s packed with wholesome, edifying, LOL funny jokes to encourage reading and entertain children for hours.A career devoted to making kids happy. Yoe is the winner of an Eisner Award (the comics industry's equivalent of the Academy Awards) and a Gold Medal from the Society of Illustrators. He is an author, editor, art director, graphic designer, cartoonist and comics historian. Craig is currently operating Yoe! Studio creations and Yoe! Books. Publisher Weekly says he's the “archivist of the ridiculous and the sublime” and calls his work "brilliant." Library Journal “calls him a comics guru.” Jim Henson once said that “Craig brings with him his valuable creativity and enthusiasm. He has a nice mix of business and creative talent!” Mark Hamill of Star Wars fame quipped, “I keep buying books from Yoe Books as gifts, then keeping them for myself!”Perfect gift for kids (and parents and grandparents). If you and your kids have enjoyed books such as Silly Jokes for Silly Kids, Belly Laugh Jokes for Kids, or Laugh-Out-Loud A+ Jokes for Kids; you and your child will love Craig Yoe’s Squeaky Clean Super Funny School Jokes for Kidz. No boogers, ghosts, witches, scary monsters, insults or put-downs-all giggle-filled good clean fun for young and old alike.Breaking News: How to Tell What's Real From What's Rubbish
Par Nick Sheridan. 2021
The perfect gift this Christmas – a funny, practical and ever-so timely guide to the NEWS for 8–12-year-olds. Find out how…
to understand and navigate 24/7 news, how to spot the facts from the fake . . . and what to do if the news becomes overwhelming. Perfect for fans of Matthew Syed&’s You Are Awesome and Rashmi Sirdeshpande's Dosh. It&’s never been easier to access the news; TV, radio, billboards, newspapers and endlessly buzzing on to the screens in our pockets. But with more and more news available, it&’s hard to know what to trust. Where do stories come from? What&’s real news and what&’s fake? And what role does social media play in all of this? Insightful, hands-on, essential and reassuring, Breaking News will help children navigate the peaks and pitfalls of our modern day news cycle, through laugh-out-loud text, amusing illustration and interactive activities. Praise for Breaking News:'Newsflash: I loved it.&’ – Eoin Colfer, million-copy selling author of ARTEMIS FOWL&‘A perfect read for any budding young journalists out there.&’ – Konnie Huq, TV presenter and author of the COOKIE! series&‘Jam-packed with fascinating facts, this is a fantastically funny and much-needed guide to navigating the news.&’ – Rashmi Sirdeshpande, author of DOSHBabysitting Secrets: Everything You Need to Have a Successful Babysitting Business
Par Chronicle Books. 2012
Each year millions of tweens and teens embark on their very first job as babysitters. With this rite of passage…
comes questions, fears, and doubts, as well as excitement. This must-have reference book prepares newbies for babysitting kids at any age. It includes tips for handling the most challenging "clients" and ideas for maintaining a babysitting business. With advice on everything from engaging very young children to first aid emergencies to playtime ideas, young babysitters will benefit from having this invaluable book at their fingertips, all while developing skills that ensure fun...and success!Gone Missing (Amazing Mysteries Series)
Par John Townsend. 2010
The world is full of strange disappearances. There is the man who suddenly vanished in front of family and friends…
and another who disappeared from a plane in mid-flight. Gone Missing takes a fascinating journey through these strange events. Here you'll discover the mysteries of the Bermuda Triangle, the ships that were abandoned for no obvious reason, and many other people who have simply disappeared without a trace. Prepare to be puzzled and amazed!Rediscover play with over 60 screen-free family activities and games that promote bonding, connection, and growth.Featuring over 60 games, Play…
Together is your go-to guide for family fun. Based on happiness, play, communication, and emotional intelligence research, the games and activities are more than just enjoyable. They also teach important life skills and catapult your family&’s development in the following:ConnectionCreativityMindfulnessKindnessMovement and morePlus, they&’re simple. You can play most games in five minutes using materials you already have on hand. Activities are categorized by type (see above) and include detailed instructions as well as tips, anecdotes and conversation prompts for families. Some of the games included are:Marble Mania Madness 3-2-1…Freeze! The What If? Imagination Game Cardboard Creations Snap-A-Letter Scavenger Hunt Make Your Own Puzzle DJ Art Floor Pong and more!Ever wish life (and parenting) was more fun? Stop wondering what to do with your kids and instead begin to play together. You&’ll be amazed at the wonder these games open up in you and your family&’s lives. Optimized for kids 12 and under and fun for people of all ages!Codes, Ciphers and Secret Writing
Par Martin Gardner. 1972
"A fascinating, challenging book." - A.L.A. BooklistLearn to use the most important codes and methods of secret communication in use…
since ancient times. Cipher and decipher codes used by spies. Explore the famous codes that changed the fate of nations and political leaders. And enjoy hours of fun experimenting with cryptography - the science of secret writing. Beginning with simple letter substitutions and transposition ciphers, world-famous science writer Martin Gardner explains how to break complicated polyalphabetical ciphers and codes worked with grids, squares, triangles, and charts. You'll learn codes that are keyed to typewriters and telephone dials . . . even codes that use playing cards, knots, and swizzle sticks. Experiment with invisible writing - inks that glow in black light and turn red under heat - and explore the possibilities of sending messages through outer space to unknown worlds. Using this book, you can solve the historically famous Playfair Cipher used by Australia in World War II, the Pigpen Cipher used by Confederate soldiers during the Civil War, Thomas Jefferson's Wheel Cipher, the Beaufort system used by the British Royal Navy, codes devised by authors for heroes in literature - Sherlock Holmes, Captain Kidd, and the Shadow. And you will enjoy experimenting with bizarre methods of message sending - the Dot Code, Knot Code, Swizzle Code, and more. Young cryptanalysts, cipher fans, and puzzlists of all ages will find hours of intrigue and challenge in Codes, Ciphers and Secret Writing. "A stimulating must for the intermediate cryptographer." - The Kirkus ReviewsCelebrate Middle-earth, LOTR, The Hobbit, The Rings of Power, and all things Tolkien with an adventure-heavy book filled with thrilling…
things to do and experiences every fantasy lover will rejoice in.The fantastic realms created by J. R. R. Tolkien keep readers enchanted all over the world. The Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit are among the most famous and popular tales ever written. Now you can take your love for Middle-earth even further with a Tolkien-themed bucket list! This book offers a great selection of 250 ideas and projects every committed Tolkien follower should check off before headed to The Halls of Waiting, including: Explore real hobbit caves Learn to speak the Elvish tongue Try a slice of lembas bread And more exciting and fun ideas! One Bucket List to Rule Them All brings fantasy into the real world and is the perfect gift for any devoted fantasy and adventure fan.Framed around four central devotions, this Advent activity book invites parents and kids to come together year after year in…
celebrating the deeper meaning of the season as they count down the days until Christmas.Designed to follow the four weeks of Advent—Hope, Faith, Joy, and Peace—'Tis the Season Family Advent Activity Book features an Advent calendar with lift-the-flap windows that can be used year after year. Each of the four week-long sections includes a short devotion on each theme followed by reflection questions and simple action prompts for every age level. The book also contains game ideas, recipes, holiday tips, fun facts, and encouragement on how to live out the themes of Advent as an individual, with your family, and in your community.Because this unique activity book is designed to be used year after year, you can make this book part of your annual tradition. Special features include the keepsake section at the back of the book for recording holiday memories and the special built-in, undated Advent calendar for creating and sharing Christmas cheer, with an original activity each day:Try a new cookie recipeDeliver treats to a neighborStart a family traditionVisit someone who needs cheerCreate a new ornamentLearn &“Merry Christmas&” in a different languageAs you return to this book year after year, may it bring smiles and create memories that you will cherish for many Christmases to come.The 100% Official Piggy Survival Manual: An AFK Book
Par Scholastic. 2023
Fans will not want to miss the very first official guide to PIGGY! Full of tips, tricks, lore, and more,…
this guide has everything you need to survive!Make it out alive with the official Piggy Survival Manual! This handbook includes everything you need to survive in the terror-filled world of PIGGY! Uncover secrets, master every book and chapter, and learn all there is to know about the world and characters of PIGGY.