In this exuberant and lyrical follow-up to the award-winning Over and Under the Snow, discover the wonders that lie hidden between stalks, under the shade of leaves . . . and down in the dirt. Explore the hidden world and many lives of a garden through the course of a year! Up in the garden, the world is full of green—leaves and sprouts, growing vegetables, ripening fruit. But down in the dirt exists a busy world—earthworms dig, snakes hunt, skunks burrow—populated by all the animals that make a garden their home.

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"It's instant comic relief." — Daily Glow Celebrating the creative side of failure: "F" stands for "funny" in this perfect gift for students or anyone who has ever had to struggle through a test and needs a good laugh. This funny book for teens celebrates the creative side of failure in a way we can all relate to. F in Exams gathers the most hilarious and inventive test answers provided by students who, faced with a question they have no hope of getting right, decide to have a little fun instead. Whether in science (Q: What is the highest frequency noise that a human can register? A: Mariah Carey), the humanities (Q: What did Mahatma Gandhi and Genghis Khan have in common? A: Unusual names), math, or other subjects, Richard Benson's book proves that while everyone enjoys the spectacle of failure, it's even sweeter to see a FAIL turn into a WIN. 
- Contains 250 hilariously wrong test answers from exams in Chemistry, Biology, Physics, Math, Business and Technology, Psychology, History and Geography, and English. 
- Laugh out loud funny for teachers and students alike. 
- With the handwriting – and doodles – of the test taker, readers will have flashbacks of anxiously sitting over a test paper chewing on the end of a pencil. Fans of F for Effort and F This Test will love F in Exams...and perhaps be a little envious of the students who took full advantage of not knowing the correct answer. Celebrating the creative side of failure with 250 totally wrong test answers. 
- A perfect coffee table, bathroom or bar top conversation-starting book 
- Makes a great graduation, teacher appreciation and teacher retirement gift

F In Exams

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The glory of growing older is the freedom to be more truly ourselves—with age we gain the liberty to pursue bold new endeavors and worry less about what other people think. In this richly illustrated volume, bestselling author and artist Lisa Congdon explores the power of women over the age of forty who are thriving and living life on their own terms. Profiles, interviews, and essays from women—including Vera Wang, Laura Ingalls Wilder, Julia Child, Cheryl Strayed, and many more—who've found creative fulfillment and accomplished great things in the second half of their lives are lavishly illustrated and hand-lettered in Congdon's signature style. The perfect gift for women of all ages, A Glorious Freedom celebrates extraordinary lives and redefines what it means to gain wisdom and maturity.

A Glorious Freedom

Record and reflect on every day with the One Line a Day keepsake journal.
Discover the eye-catching new version of our bestselling memory books: Featuring the painterly brushstrokes of the beloved stationer Moglea, this beautifully colorful daily journal was created to help you record and remember something in particular about every day. Whether you want to find the beauty in ordinary, you’re tracking the progress of a new adventure, or you just want to practice daily reflections, One Line a Day will provide the perfect space to do so.

- Includes full-color artwork on every page inside along with five years’ worth of calendar dates with space to reflect.

- Features gilded page edges, a puffy cover with shimmering gold accents, and a silky ribbon marker so you can quickly find where you left off.
Add an artful touch to every day and enjoy space to reflect, appreciate, and find beauty in every single day with the Modern One Line a Day journal.

Modern One Line A Day

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Artist Frida Clements playfully combines colorfully detailed flora and fauna drawings with funny hand-lettered wordplay in this collection of beautifully illustrated puns. Honey, bee yourself! Gopher it. Don't be koi. Like puns? That's coo, says the pigeon. Hate puns? Birch, please. Bringing a giggle (and sometimes a groan) with each inspired page, this clever volume makes a lovely and lighthearted gift for fans of witty humor and illustration. Having a bad hare day? Feeling a little antsy? What the hail, just dill with it, and for fox sake, have a little pun.

Have A Little Pun

This clever 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle will satisfy your sweet tooth and your love of classic LEGO® bricks. A surprising take on the ordinary, this colorful puzzle comes together to reveal a rainbow of ice cream flavors . . . with a LEGO twist. Grab a friend or dig in solo—LEGO puzzles are a whole new way to play with LEGO bricks!

LEGO® DREAMS DO COME TRUE!: For generations, LEGO bricks have been igniting creativity and imagination. Let this surprising take on iconic bricks spark new ideas and possibilities.
UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY FOR LEGO FUN: If you love building with LEGO bricks and completing puzzles, don’t miss this chance to combine two passions!
GREAT FOR ACTIVITY WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS: LEGO fans nine years and older will love putting this challenging puzzle together
INCLUDES: 1000-piece full color puzzle in box

Lego Ice Cream Dream Puzzle

Turn the colorful die-cut pages of this irresistible board book to discover just what makes little bear's den so cozy. Is it little bear's warm earth and fluffy bed of leaves? No, it's his loving family! Bright pictures, reassuring messages, unique layered pages and an adorable felt finger puppet attached to each book combine to create interactive reading and playtime fun!

In My Den

The magic of the New York Times bestseller Press Here is now available in game form! Hervé Tullet has reimagined his groundbreaking book in an entirely new dimension. Players take turns completing color sequences by placing red, blue, and yellow playing pieces on one of twenty-five fabulously designed game boards. What seems like a simple choice is likely to lead to animated discussion as players come to understand the visual logic at the heart of the game. With two levels of play to choose from—so that it's easy enough for a toddler to grasp, but also complex enough to challenge older siblings and adults—this engaging game delivers hours of entertainment for the whole family.

Press Here: The Game

Bring art into your every day! Designed with Poketo's signature aesthetic, these bright, geometric notecards in a unique, eye-catching design make it easy to stay in touch with friends and loved ones. 
- 20 folded blank notecards (five different designs, each in four colorways), plus 20 full-color envelopes 
- Perfect for thank-you notes, birthday wishes, or anytime greetings 
- The thoughtful package and playful design also makes an easy, attractive gift for design aficionados, creatives, stationery enthusiasts, or fans of the Poketo brand or the book Creative Spaces.

Creative Notes

Game of Thrones: A Guide to Westeros and Beyond, The Complete Series is a visual exploration of the world of HBO's Game of Thrones ®.
In two parts, the book follows the story of the South, where kings and queens battle for the Iron Throne, and of the North, where the White Walkers and their army of the dead gather.
Covering all eight seasons of the show, this definitive guide is a must-have companion for every Game of Thrones fan.
· Filled with bold infographics and illuminating timelines
· Features original essays that unpack 8-season-long plot lines and character arcs
· Stunning photography featuring the show's characters
Packed with original art, photography, essays, illustrations, and infographics, this volume grants devout fans access into the world of Game of Thrones.
· The perfect gift for fans of Game of Thrones and George RR Martin
· Great for those who enjoyed Inside HBO's Game of Thrones: Seasons 1 & 2 by Bryan Cogman and Inside HBO's Game of Thrones: Seasons 3 & 4 by C.A. Taylor.

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Game Of Thrones

As befits a future President of the United States of America, Maggie Mayfield has decided to write a memoir of the past year of her life. And what a banner year it's been! During this period, she's Student of the Month on a regular basis, an official shareholder in Coca-Cola stock, and defending Science Fair champion. Most importantly, though, this is the year Maggie has to pull up her bootstraps (the family motto) and finally learn why her cool dude dad is in a wheelchair, no matter how scary that is. Author Megan Jean Sovern, herself the daughter of a dad with multiple sclerosis, writes with the funny grace and assured prose of a new literary star. A portion of the proceeds of the sale of this book will be donated to the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

The Meaning Of Maggie

This story defies expectations of what an early chapter book can be." School Library Journal ★"Ivy and Bean are irresistible." Kirkus Reviews, starred review Annie Barrows's bestselling chapter book series Ivy & Bean is a classroom favorite and has been keeping kids laughing—and reading—for more than a decade! With more than 6 million copies in print Ivy + Bean return with a brand-new book for a new generation! Now in paperback! Ivy's worried. She's read a lot of books about only children so she knows that they are sometimes spoiled rotten. They don't share their toys. They never do any work. They scream and cry when they don't get their way. Spoiler alert! Ivy doesn't have any brothers or sisters. That's why she's worried. How can she keep from getting spoiled? She could give away all her clothes but she'd probably get in trouble. She could give away all her toys but she likes her toys. There's really only one solution: she needs a baby sister on the double! Luckily Ivy and Bean know just where to get one. 
- Fantastic fun for 1st- to 4th-grade readers, teachers, parents, and grandparents 
- Funny and heartwarming; early readers will love the continuing adventures of best friends Ivy and Bean. 
- Strong positive characters for girls and great lessons on friendship in an easy-to-follow chapter book.

Ivy And Bean One Big Happy Family (book 11)

Through never-before-seen development art, character sketches, storyboards, and color scripts, The Art of Frozen 2 gives fans a front-row view of the vast creative effort behind the epic sequel to Frozen. Filled with gorgeous four-color images and fascinating facts and details from the production team, it's the ultimate insider's look.
· Art book from Disney’s Frozen 2
· Features exclusive full-color concept art from the making of the film
· A must for Disney Frozen fans
Fans of Disney Frozen II The Magical Guide and Frozen II The Official Movie Special will love this book.
This book is perfect for:
· Frozen fans
· Animators and students of animation
· Disney art buffs
©2019 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

The Art Of Frozen 2

An Oprah's Favorite Things Pick for 2015 Write now. Read later. Treasure forever: Nothing is more romantic than a handwritten love letter. Declare your affection in this keepsake collection of aerograms that capture a moment in time and serve as an enduring expression of love. Like a dozen grand gestures in one, this innovative format invites romantics to declare their affection to their beloved in 12, fold-and-mail letters to be opened in the future. Treasure this paper time capsule - and each other - for years to come. 
- Each letter is printed with a unique prompt like "When we first met…," "What I love about us…," "It's the little things, like when…," and "I promise to you…," plus two blank letters to write your own 
- Ideal for wedding anniversaries, long-distance relationships, or engaged couples 
- Created by Lea Redmond, the author of the bestselling Letters to My… book series that has sold more than 2 million copies worldwide Fans of Letters to My Daughter, Letters to My Mom, and Letters to Open When... will love this Oprah's Favorite Things Pick for 2015, Letters to My Love. For your one and only. Letters to My Love includes 12 prompted letters that will inspire love notes to remind your sweetheart how much your relationship means to you. Postdate each envelope, seal with a kiss (and a sticker), and gift this book of love to your sweetheart for future opening.

Letters To My Love

With the rise of the handcrafted food movement, food lovers are going crazy for the all-natural, uniquely flavored, handmade sausages they’re finding in butcher cases everywhere. At San Francisco’s 4505 Meats, butcher Ryan Farr takes the craft of sausage making to a whole new level with his fiery chorizo, maple-bacon breakfast links, smoky bratwurst, creamy boudin blanc, and best-ever all-natural hot dogs. Sausage Making is Farr’s master course for all skill levels, featuring an overview of tools and ingredients, step-by-step sausage-making instructions, more than 175 full-color technique photos, and 50 recipes for his favorite classic and contemporary links. This comprehensive, all-in-one manual welcomes a new generation of meat lovers and DIY enthusiasts to one of the most satisfying and tasty culinary crafts. Inside Sausage Making:

A comprehensive primer on the basic techniques: grinding, mixing, stuffing, and cooking
Explorations of the four distinct sausage textures: coarse, firm, soft, and smooth
Unique spice combinations and unexpected fillings—think ginger, cheese, rolled oats, and pale ale
50 signature recipes, with foolproof ingredient ratios for making big batches

Sausage Making

From the acclaimed author of Over and Under the Snow, Kate Messner! Now in paperback, Tree of Wonder is an exciting introduction to the biodiversity of the rainforest biome. From two Great Green Macaws to 1,024 Leaf-cutter Ants, readers will delight in counting each animal that makes a home in the heart of the rainforest, where life multiplies again and again in the shade of just one almendro tree. 
- An eye-opening way of visualizing numbers 
- Features playful, forest-themed word problems 
- A lush and fascinating story Deep in the forest, in the warm-wet green, one almendro tree grows, stretching its branches toward the sun—in and under those branches, all sustained by one tree, thousands of rainforest creatures are living. Count each one as life multiplies again and again in this book about the rainforest's abundant beauty, and the wonderful multiplicity of life. 
- A stunning read for kids who can't get enough of the rainforest and all the animals living in it 
- Equal parts educational and beautiful, this book is perfect for parents and grandparents, librarians, and math, literature, and science teachers 
- A great gift for kids 5 to 8 years old who love nature, rainforests, animals, and learning more about the world 
- Add it to the shelf with books like The Big Book of Bugs by Yuval Zommer, The Animal Book by Lonely Planet Kids, and A Butterfly Is Patient by Dianna Aston

Tree Of Wonder

From sexpert Susie Bright, this luxe box contains 30 seductive prompts and dares each sealed in an envelope ready for the taking. Select an envelope, tear it open, and read the card aloud to discover what comes next. No two lovers will play the cards the same way twice!

I Dare You: 30 Seductions

PRESS HERE, MIX IT UP!, LET'S PLAY! and now SAY ZOOP! Collect all four interactive books from Hervé Tullet! Accept Hervé Tullet's irresistible invitation to mix it up in a dazzling adventure of whimsy and wonder. Follow the artist's simple instructions, and suddenly colors appear, mix, splatter, and vanish in a world powered only by the reader's imagination. Tullet—who joins such greats as Eric Carle and Leo Lionni as a master of his craft—sets readers on an extraordinary interactive journey all within the printed page. Tullet prompts plenty of giggles in addition to a profound understanding of colors, and once again displays his unique genius and vision in a work that is a glorious and richly satisfying companion to Press Here.

Mix It Up!

Once upon a time in France, a baby was born under the summer sun. His parents named him Jacques. As he grew, Jacques fell in love with the sea. He dreamed of breathing beneath the waves and swimming as gracefully as a fish. In fact, he longed to become a manfish. Jacques Cousteau grew up to become a champion of the seas and one of the best-known oceanographers in the world. In this lovely biography, now in paperback, poetic text and gorgeous paintings come together to create a portrait of Cousteau that is as magical as it is inspiring.

Manfish

A touching tale of a grandmother and her granddaughter exploring and cherishing the natural world. Words, the woods, and the world illuminate this quest to save the most important pieces of our language—by saving the very things they stand for. When Mimi finds out her favorite words—simple words, like apricot, blackberry, buttercup—are disappearing from the English language, she elects her granddaughter Brook as their Keeper. And did you know? The only way to save words is to know them. 
- With its focus on the power of language and social change, The Keeper of Wild Words is ideal for educators and librarians as well as young readers. 
- For any child who longs to get outside and learn more about nature and the environment 
- A loving portrait of the special relationship that grandparents have with their grandchildren For children who love such books as Outside Your Window: A First Book of Nature, And Then It's Spring, and Finding Wild.

The Keeper Of Wild Words

Meet Barkus. Barkus is loyal. Barkus is generous. Barkus is family. The exuberant Barkus and his lucky young owner whirl and twirl across the pages of this delightful pre-chapter book series from award-winning author Patricia MacLachlan. The accessible text is ideal for even the newest independent reader, while the warm, humorous story and energetic illustrations will appeal to picture book readers as well as advanced readers.

Barkus

Disco Cube Cocktails is a '70s-inspired cocktail book based on the magical properties of ice. With 100+ recipes for artful ice and the drinks that go with them, home bartenders can learn new icy creations to elevate any classic drink, infuse new flavor into a sipper as the ice melts, or impress friends at a party with a frosty punch bowl. While traveling as a DJ, Leslie Kirchhoff fell in love with the art of craft cocktails, but noticed one thing was missing: inventive ice. Taking it upon herself to create something truly unique, she started Disco Cubes as a passion project to explore the art of ice. Now you can do the same at home with recipes that offer more than just a classic cube. In this not-so-classic cocktail book, there are one-ingredient cubes to elevate any drink, infused ice to add flavor to simple cocktails, and perfect pairings where ice and drink come together to make a concoction that you (and your guests) won't forget. Plus, you'll find playlists at the beginning of each chapter, to set the mood for any occasion. Recipes include innovative sips such as: · Rose Cubes in a White Negroni · Jalapeño ice for an evolving margarita · A Golden Bloody Mary that shifts from sweet to savory as the ice melts · The Walter Gibbons with a Red Onion Raft · White peach spheres for a cool take on a classic Bellini A great gift for cocktail and bartending enthusiasts, home cocktail makers and entertainers, drink-nerds who love cocktail history, and anyone who enjoys experimentation. The perfect companion for those who loved Shake: A New Perspective on Cocktails by Eric Prum, The Ultimate Bar Book by Mittie Hellmich, and Death & Co: Modern Classic Cocktails by David Kaplan

Disco Cube Cocktails

Address life's tough decisions with a roll of the dice! Two 6-sided dice—one that says "fuck" on all sides, and the other with words like "yeah" and "no"—combine to give you the answers you've been looking for. Your decision-making process just got a whole lot easier—so, what the f*ck are you waiting for?

Fuck Yeah! Decision Dice

A New York Times Best Illustrated Book
A Kirkus Reviews Best Book of the Year
The Boring Book is a humorous picture book that follows the story of one particularly bored boy.
As the story progresses, our protagonist discovers there's actually more to boredom than what meets the eye—more questions, more theories, and heaps of humor.
This exploration of boredom from acclaimed author-illustrator Shinsuke Yoshitake playfully—and hilariously—unpacks the ways in which a seemingly stagnant state is actually a portal into a dynamic, life-enriching experience.

- Embraces the topic of boredom—an ever-so-popular kid complaint—and runs with it 
- The unique comic format, fast pace, smart humor, and narrative approach makes it ideal for reluctant readers 
- A universally hilarious book that will amuse children ages 5 to 8, as well as adults
In addition to banishing boredom, Yoshitake's distinctive illustrations promote visual literacy and show young readers what the process of creative thinking looks like.
This smart, laugh-out-loud picture book just might change your child's perspective on the state of boredom forever.

The Boring Book

With more than 35 magnificent images of outer space from NASA, this coloring book will capture the imagination of anyone interested in science, astronomy, and space exploration. Each spread features a full-color photograph from NASA's archives to inspire coloring on the adjacent page.

Earth And Space Coloring Book

There's a river outside my window. Where will it take me? So begins the imaginary journey of a child inspired by the view outside her bedroom window: a vast river winding through a towering city. A small boat with a single white sail floats down the river and takes her from factories to farmlands, freeways to forests, out to the stormy and teeming depths of the ocean, and finally back to the comforts—and inspirations—of home. This lush, immersive book by award-winning picture book creator Marc Martin will delight readers of all ages by taking them on a transcendent and aspirational journey through an imaginative landscape.

A River

Every classic film features iconic images that are unforgettable to movie lovers, from the house on the hill from Psycho to Pulp Fiction’s the Big Kahuna burger to the giant dinosaur sculptures of Pee-Wee’s Big Adventure. In Name That Movie, celebrated illustrator Paul Rogers tests our visual knowledge of the world of cinema, highlighting both obscure and instantly recognizable references to 100 classic films, from the golden age of cinema to the blockbusters of today. The rules of the game are simple: each film gets six line drawings, delivered in sequence, and—here’s the clincher—no movie stars. Complete with answer key and index, this elegant gift book will delight cinephiles who will see their favorite films in a whole new light.

Name That Movie

What do we think of when we think pink? In this richly illustrated homage to the color, artist Kaye Blegvad explores its significance across history and cultures, from gender connotations to product marketing, symbols and iconography, and more. Through engaging mini essays, interactive exercises, object studies, and interviews, readers will learn about a vibrant miscellany of pink facts and pink occurrences: like iconic applications of the color, from Elvis's cars to cotton candy; or the etymology of phrases like "tickled pink," "pink slip," or "rose-tinted glasses." Presented in an eye-catching pink package with vibrant page edges, this collection will captivate those with a passion for pink and anyone with a curiosity about color.

The Pink Book

Whimsical and visually striking, these notecards capture the transporting quality of a great book and will inspire stationery lovers to send a note to a fellow bibliophile.

Literary Notes

U is for Unicorn: The ABCs of Silicon Valley is a game-changing alphabet book about the lingo of the tech industry. From Angel Investor to Napping Pod to Zero-Emissions Vehicle, this witty book explores the world of the San Francisco Bay Area one letter at a time. Featuring buzzwords like Cryptocurrency, Hoodies, Rest and Vest, Moonshots, and more, these are the ABCs and ideas that innovators—from infants to Xennials—need to onboard now. 
- Pairs funny, knowing illustration with rhyming verse for each crucial concept 
- Follows a team of five talented employees (and one scrappy and resourceful raccoon) 
- Explores Silicon Valley culture letter-by-letter Disruptors of all ages can Pivot to next-gen success as they scale their learning and crush it to become the thought leaders of tomorrow. U is for Unicorn proves that Silicon Valley is rooted not just in a place, but in a state of mind anywhere Java (code and coffee) is flowing. 
- Makes a wonderfully witty gift for anyone who lives or works in the San Francisco Bay Area 
- Perfect as a baby shower gift for expecting parents who work in tech Great for those who enjoyed The Code: Silicon Valley and the Remaking of America by Margaret O’Mara, Valley of Genius: The Uncensored History of Silicon Valley (As Told by the Hackers, Founders, and Freaks Who Made It Boom) by Adam Fisher, and BART: The Dramatic History of the Bay Area Rapid Transit System by Michael C. Healy and John King