Pencils You Should Know traces the evolution of pencils over time and across the globe. From the humble, handcrafted pencil of the 19th century to the novelty writing implement of the 1990s, each object in this book tells a different story. This book features a selection of 75 modern and vintage pencils curated by pencil powerhouse Caroline Weaver, owner of legendary New York pencil emporium CW Pencil Enterprise. Pencil fanatics will find old favorites here—the original Blackwing 602 puts in an appearance, of course—and make exciting new discoveries, too. 
- The long, skinny book was designed to emulate a brand new box of pencils. 
- Vintage pencils and accessories are photographed against vibrant, colorful backgrounds and accompanied by Weaver's insightful commentary. 
- A pocket-sized love letter to one of the most important inventions in human history This supremely charming little book celebrates the enduring magic of the pencil. Trace the history of the pencil over time and across the globe, and discover everything you need to know about this simple yet ingenious invention. 
- A great book for pencil collectors, admirers, historians, artists, writers—anyone who gets excited about the new Palomino Blackwing, a perfectly sharpened No. 2 Ticonderoga 
- Fans of The Pencil by Henry Petroski, How to Sharpen Pencils by David Rees and John Hodgman, and The Pencil Perfect by Caroline Weaver will want this in their collection. 
- The perfect gift for pencil devotees, analog and vintage ephemera lovers, designers, and fans of CW Pencil Enterprise

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The sounds, sights, and activity of a construction site provide for endless fascination. Packed with more than 60 moveable parts to lift, pull, and explore; crammed with meticulous detail of vehicles, buildings, and techniques, here's a book that will satisfy even the most curious of kids. Whether it's building a bridge or a skyscraper, a giant ship or a tunnel, there's a wealth of color, action, and knowledge to be gleaned on each of the ten spreads of this oversized book.

The Ultimate Construction Site Book

Baby & Kids

The inspiring sequel to the 2015 Parent's Choice Winner, How to Read a Story! Step 1: Choose an idea for your story. A good one. Step 2: Decide on a setting. Don't be afraid to mix things up. Step 3: Create a heroine—or a hero. Now: Begin. Accomplished storytellers Kate Messner and Mark Siegel playfully chronicle the process of becoming a writer in this fun follow-up to How to Read a Story, guiding young storytellers through the joys and challenges of the writing process. From choosing an idea, to creating a problem for their character to resolve, to coming to The End, this empowering picture book breaks down the writing process in a dynamic and accessible way, encouraging kids to explore their own creativity—and share their stories with others! 
- Perfect for educators, librarians, and parents who are helping children develop early writing and reading skills 
- Great read-aloud book for preschool- and kindergarten-aged children interested in learning to read 
- Helps teach Common Core Curriculum skills Young readers who love We Are in a Book!, How Rocket Learned to Read, and Also an Octopus will love the reading and writing lessons and inspiration in How to Write a Story.

How To Write A Story

With the voice of a close friend, this clever and witty guide from bestselling duo Trisha Ashworth and Amy Nobile takes women through the new and sometimes challenging midlife phase, with chapters including: 
-Redefining what beauty means after age 40… and that there is beauty after age 40! 
-How to care for yourself when you’re also caring for growing children and aging parents 
-Navigating midlife relationships and dating (did someone say dating apps??) 
-Discovering new career paths and new meaning in your life Whether married, single, widowed, divorced, with children or without, at some point women inevitably ask the question, "What's next for me?" Here, they will find a road map for how to embrace and thrive in this new phase of life. With helpful quizzes, friendly advice, and inspiring quotes from women who have been there, this smart and engaging book gives readers the tools to turn a midlife crisis into a midlife opportunity. As seen on Oprah, Trisha and Amy share their own perspectives and experiences to bring clarity, guidance and support while reassuring readers they're not only on the right track... but that the best years are still to come.

Just When You're Comfortable In Your Own Skin  It Starts To Sag

A Washington Post Bestseller. Once upon a time Jenn Segal went to culinary school and worked in fancy restaurants. One marriage and two kids later she created Once Upon a Chef , the popular blog that applies her tried-and-true chef skills with delicious, fresh, and approachable ingredients for family-friendly meals. Today, Jenn cooks dinner for her family every night, and in her book, she shares 100 recipes that will up your kitchen game while surprising you with their ease. With the authority of a professional chef and the practicality of a busy working mom, Jenn teaches you to improve your cooking one recipe at a time, with helpful tips on topics such as how to season correctly with salt, how to balance flavors, and how to make the most of leftovers. There is something for every meal of the day: · Breakfast favorites like Maple, Coconut & Blueberry Granola and Savory Ham & Cheese Waffles. · Simple soups, salads, and sandwiches for ideal lunches (try the Fiery Roasted Tomato Soup paired with Smoked Gouda & Pesto Grilled Cheese Sandwiches). · Entrées the whole family will love like Buttermilk Fried Chicken Tenders. · Tasty treats for those casual get-togethers like Buttery Cajun Popcorn and Sweet, Salty & Spicy Pecans. · Go-to sweets such as Toffee Almond Sandies and a Classic Chocolate Lover's Birthday Cake. Flip through the pages of this book, and you'll want to make every recipe—whether it's an easy family dinner your kids will love, an indulgent dessert for someone special, or fun cocktails and appetizers for your friends. This is the book you'll turn to again and again, and with Jenn by your side in the kitchen, every meal will taste like the best night out!

Once Upon A Chef, The Cookbook

In this funny and sweet new book in the bestselling Darth Vader™ series, Eisner Award–winning author Jeffrey Brown offers an intimate look at the friendships between best pals in the Star Wars universe, from Darth Vader and the Emperor to Leia and her Ewok pals, Han and Chewie, C-3PO and R2-D2, the bounty hunters, and other favorite characters.
Jealousy, birthday parties, lightsaber battles, sharing, intergalactic rebellion and more all come into play as Brown's charming illustrations and humor irresistibly combine the adventures of our friends in a galaxy far, far away with everyday events closer to home.

© and TM Lucasfilm Ltd. Used Under Authorization

Darth Vader And Friends

The critically acclaimed interactive picture book series continues! In this delightfully interactive read aloud companion to Bunny Slopes and Hungry Bunny, eager children will get to blow to put wind in Bunny's sails, rock the book to make waves, knock on the window of a sunken ship, and literally appear in a mirror embedded inside the book! New York Times bestselling author Claudia Rueda's latest raucous adventure is as wild as the high seas, as surprising as sunken treasure—and as satisfying as a lemonade on a hot summer day. This nautical experience of a book will make a splash with readers, on and off land! 
- The interactive, hands-on features of Bunny Overboard will spark creativity and laughs! 
- Perfect preschool book for lovers of bunnies, rabbits, and other furry floppy friends 
- Easter time, springtime gift for children Fans of The Wall in the Middle of the Book, Press Here, The Little Rabbit, and Here Comes Easter Cat will love Bunny Overboard. An interactive book for young readers to share with their families.

Bunny Overboard

For the growing audience of adoptive families, Chronicle Books is proud to offer a baby book that suits the wide array of experiences and choices that bring a family and their new child together. This lovely keepsake album contains sections to record all the joyful milestones and cherished family moments that mark a new baby's life, pages to chart the adopted child's unique journey, as well as a sturdy pocket in which to store important documents and memorabilia. Inside the pocket are over 60 stickers you can use to customize the family tree pages. As the pages of the journal fill with memories, My Family, My Journey will stand as a lasting testament of love for the entire family.

My Family  My Journey Baby Bk

This quirky journal will inspire young list-makers to create an entire autobiography in list form! Covering everything from favorite books and movies to secret wishes and dreams for the future, each list also comes with a comical illustration—perfect for hours of list-making fun.

My Listography

Books & Stationery

Balance in a box: accessible prompts in a pick-me-up package that will genuinely help to cultivate a more balanced life, including mindfulness practices and self-care activities. The gift of rejuvenation and calm, this is a perfect way to refresh for New Year, New You—or any time of the year. Includes 50 faux matchsticks with printed prompts.

Spark Balance

Bringing the ancient matchmaking tool of astrology into the 21st century, The Astrology of Love & Sex explores the romantic and sensual sides of the zodiac. In 12 detailed chapters, astrologer Annabel Gat divulges how each sign likes to flirt, date, and fool around. This book candidly explores love and lust in today's sexually fluid world: From love philosophies to sexual inclinations, readers will enjoy dissecting and analyzing each passage. With unique compatibility profiles matching every sign and a quiz to identify your star match—wrapped in an all-foil case with gilded page edges—this is a fun and comprehensive guide to finding true cosmic love.

The Astrology Of Love & Sex

Trolls haunt the snowy forests, and terrifying monsters roam the open sea. A young woman journeys to the end of the world, and a boy proves he knows no fear. This collection of 16 traditional tales transports readers to the enchanting world of Nordic folklore. Translated and transcribed by folklorists in the 19th century, and presented here unabridged, the stories are by turns magical, hilarious, cozy, and chilling. They offer a fascinating view into Nordic culture and a comforting wintertime read. Ulla Thynell's glowing contemporary illustrations accompany each tale, conjuring dragons, princesses, and the northern lights. This special gift edition features an embossed, textured case and a ribbon marker.

Nordic Tales

The perfect inspirational drawing book meets guided mini journal for the artist on the go. A pocket-sized drawing journal is packed with just as much clever, imaginative fun as the original bestselling 642 Things to Draw. All 642 drawing prompts invite doodlers to draw teeny-tiny things—from "a keyhole" and "a marble" to "an atom" and "your house, from space."
Some are deceptively simple (just try drawing a blade of grass!), some are conceptually mind-bending (sketching the speed of light?), and some are refreshingly basic (an eraser, a button, the Little Dipper). Hip and helpful, 642 Tiny Things to Draw is the perfect inspirational sketch book, sure to entertain and provoke the imagination of anyone ready to pick up a pencil.

Includes 642 random drawing prompts to spark casual doodling while entertaining the mind.
With a collection of silly, thought-provoking, simple, and complex prompts, this drawing ideas book will push your mind – and pencil – to think outside the box.
While different than a traditional step-by-step or how to draw book, you don’t have to be a skilled artist to enjoy this relaxing, stimulating, and entertaining activity book.

Budding artists and experienced sketchers alike will find themselves invigorated by this collection of unique and wonderful tiny drawing prompts on the go.
642 Tiny Things to Draw is a guided journal that will inspire creativity, energize the mind and stimulate artistry in any aspiring or skilled creator.

Makes a unique gift for artists of any age to expand knowledge and boost creative awareness.
A must-have for anyone who could benefit from an occasional creative brain break that is pure enjoyment. Sure to keep creative folks inspired on the go, or wherever the doodle bug strikes!

642 Tiny Things To Draw

Fans of beloved illustrator Richard McGuire will delight in this 25th-anniversary deluxe reissue of his iconic Go Fish card game. A giftable, must-have tin package contains cards infused with humor, verve, and bright pops of Pantone colors. Quirky and compelling characters grace each card, resulting in a singular—and unforgettable—Go Fish experience!

Richard Mcguire's Go Fish Card Game

No "Old Maids" here! This thoroughly modern twist on the classic card game has players racing to end up as the awesome Cat Lady. Match a cute collection of feline friends, like Fluffer Nutter, Aaron Purr, and Chip. The player with the Cat Lady card at the end wins! Fun to play and packed with gorgeous illustrations, this game makes an excellent gift for cat lovers.

- For 2-6 players, all ages
- Includes 52 cards, instructions for play

Cat Lady Old Maid

Looking for coffee table books that do more than look great on your table? Bad Girls Throughout History: 100 Remarkable Women Who Changed the World, delivers on both counts. Featuring 100 women who made history and made their mark on the world, it's a book you can be proud to display in your home.
Aphra Behn, first female professional writer. Sojourner Truth, women's rights activist and abolitionist. Ada Lovelace, first computer programmer. Marie Curie, first woman to win the Nobel Prize. Joan Jett, godmother of punk. The 100 revolutionary women highlighted in this gorgeously illustrated book were bad in the best sense of the word: they challenged the status quo and changed the rules for all who followed. From pirates to artists, warriors, daredevils, women in science, activists, and spies, the accomplishments of these incredible women who dared to push boundaries vary as much as the eras and places in which they effected change. Featuring bold watercolor portraits and illuminating essays by Ann Shen, Bad Girls Throughout History is a distinctive, gift-worthy tribute to rebel girls everywhere.

Bad Girls Throughout History

Based on the eponymous and blooming Instagram account, Boys with Plants is a fun and lush celebration of the dreamiest dudes with the greenest thumbs. This collection showcases a wide array of beautiful plants and luscious flora, along with 50 men from around the world who love and care for them. Luxurious full-color spreads provide indoor and outdoor home and garden inspiration paired with tips on how to select, grow, and style plants, plus a short bio of each boy. Boys with Plants will leave readers desiring a gorgeous urban jungle of their own (and maybe a handsome fellow to tend to it).

Boys With Plants

Self-reflection meets creativity in this newest installment in the bestselling 642 series. Featuring quirky autobiographical writing prompts that encourage users to "write what you know," this engaging journal is a quintessential tool for both soul-searching and brainstorming.

642 Things To Write About Me

Kids will delight in this irresistible family game! Here's how to play: Players have a dream job, working at an ice cream shop, creating delicious sundaes for customers. The ice cream dish and scoops are ready—all that needs to be added are toppings! But there's a catch: Each customer has a special request, and there are ice cream shop surprises in store that may hinder or accelerate the players' progress. Spin the spoon to select a topping, then draw a napkin story card for a bonus topping, a topping trade, or a topping loss. The first player to complete his or her sundae wins! This sweetly spirited board game provides heaps of opportunities for engaged play and boundless creativity!

Top This! The Ice Cream Game

Kids Toys

Bring an extra dose of positivity to your workspace with this empowering desk sign featuring three rallying cries hand-lettered by artist and creative expert Lisa Congdon.

BEST-SELLING ARTIST: Lisa Congdon’s work is beloved by countless fans. She is known for her signature lettering and colorful art style. She hand-lettered the phrases on this desk sign, and they will inspire office workers, students, artists, journalers, and writers to get their work done.

A DESK SIGN WITH REAL PERSONALITY: The three positive, universally appealing messages on the desk sign (“Okay, Let’s Do This!,” “Today Is Going to Be Awesome,” and “Eyes Forward, Heart Open”) are a helpful reminder that you’ve got everything under control.

A DISTINCTIVE ADDITION TO YOUR DESK OR OFFICE: This stylish placard will stand out among other more basic office supplies.

GREAT FOR GIFTING: Buy this office accessory for colleagues, cubicle mates, friends, or anyone who needs a little work motivation or positivity—it works equally well for men and women. You’ll need one for yourself too, of course.

MATCH YOUR MESSAGE TO YOUR MOOD: This wooden desk sign has three different phrase options—choose the one that offers just the motivation you need on any particular day.

INCLUDES: triangular birch wood desk sign with 1-color silkscreen

Okay, Let's Do This 3-sided Wooden Desk Sign

Desk Accessories

Mix and match the colorful and quirky GAMAGO characters to create countless puzzle configurations! From the fierce Yeti to the adorable Bling-Bling to the mysterious Ninja Kitty and more, this unique two-sided puzzle has 16 easy-to-assemble pieces, encouraging imaginative play and hours of fun! ® & © 2013 GAMAGO

Gamago Yeti & Friends Puzzle

On a road trip or waiting in line? Not a problem for children when they have this latest title in the Matching Game Book ™ series, which is great for fans of all things that go or who just love mathcing games. Children can slide the panels to find matching pairs, spot the vehicles in the big picture, identify vehicles, or even come up with games of their own. This sturdy oversized board book is the perfect take-along for busy hands and busy minds, while helping to build their vocabulary, cultivate their visual memory, and increase their attention to detail. It’s totally totable fun!

Matching Game Book™: Zoom!

Cup or cone? How about both?! Little ones will relish creating towering ice cream treats by assembling 16 double-sided, scoop-shaped puzzle pieces = 32 flavors in all + myriad sundae confections! First kids choose a base from puzzle pieces in the shapes of a cup, cone, banana split, cake, or pie. Then they create a concoction all the way up to a whipped-cream topping! Ice cream can be mixed and matched to create countless dessert dreams. Children will love mixing and matching their favorite ice cream flavors while discovering new ones. Bonus learning prompts encourage color and counting skills. The maximum height of the completed puzzle is 4 feet (1.2 meters). The fun, on the other hand, is immeasurable.

Ice Cream Scoop Puzzle

Batched with twine like a stack of sewing patterns, these three notebooks feature the original McCall's packaging of the 1960s and 1970s, with cute-as-a-button graphics and slogans. Blank and lined interior pages are sepia-toned and adorned with sewing motifs, inviting journalers to record project details or everyday musings.

Vintage Mccall's Patterns Notebook Collection

Notebooks & Journals

A notebook made for creatives by creatives! The Go-To Notebook has been designed to inspire makers, thinkers, dreamers, and doers to create their best work—and what inspires great work is great quality and smart design. Special features for maximum productivity and an outstanding writing experience include: 
- Acid-free archival Mohawk Superfine paper—the finest paper made today, to inspire excellent work. The smooth finish is ideal for both pen ink and graphite. 
- 224 pages total; 27 blue-tinted pages at the front for project planning, mind mapping, checklists, and schedule tracking—and then 192 blank pages that can be used for bullet journaling, everyday task organizing, brainstorming, drafting, free writing, and beyond 
- 6.2 x 9.1 inches—the perfect size for writing or sketching 
- Lay-flat binding 
- Stylish angled corners 
- Ribbon marker 
- Table of contents 
- Inside back cover pocket 
- Comes in a range of colors, including this attractive mulberry purple. 
- Also available in a dotted or lined/ruled version—choose the layout that best fits your usage

Go-to Notebook With Mohawk Paper, Mulberry Wine Blank

From New York Times bestselling author Millie Marotta comes this gorgeous celebration of the animal kingdom. A Wild Child's Guide to Endangered Animals highlights the plight of 43 endangered species from around the world, including rare and well-known animals living in freshwater, oceans, forests, mountains, tundras, deserts, grasslands, and wetlands. Vivid illustrations bring caribous, axolotls, giraffes, agami herons, and many more to life on these rich and varied pages. Illuminating text relays the story of each species, from how they live and why they are endangered to what is being done about it. Complete with a map detailing where each species can still be found, this visually rich, timely, informative book raises awareness in the most spectacular way.

A Wild Child's Guide To Endangered Animals

In this newest coloring book by the author of the internationally bestselling Fantastic Cities (more than 400,000 copies in print), artist Steve McDonald uses his unique photo-based approach to create beautiful and intimately detailed line drawings of amazing collections of objects. Finding inspiration in the unusual (museum collections, antiques, and quirky toys) and the everyday (leaves, butterflies, vintage cameras, store product displays), McDonald creates playful and immersive illustrations that are as lovely as they are fun to color. The quality of the large, crisp white pages are conducive to a range of applications, while a middle margin keeps all the artwork fully colorable. A dozen meditative mandalas created from the drawings round out this gorgeous adult coloring book.

Fantastic Collections

Ready, set, investigate! Welcome to the world of Sleuth & Solve, where clues are in the details and crafty twists put readers' wits to the test. This first book in a new series of mind-bending mini-mysteries encourages readers of all ages to practice deductive reasoning, consider the most subtle details, and always think outside the box. Readers may play alone or with friends, collecting points for cracking each case and determining whose sleuthing skills reign supreme. Read the clues, then lift the flap to reveal the answer to each mystery! This compelling collection of clever, inference-based mysteries makes the perfect gift for puzzle lovers and super-sleuths of every age.

Sleuth & Solve: 20+ Mind-twisting Mysteries

With premium-quality color and a snazzy, sturdy, and travel-ready package, these pens will add flair to bullet journals, coloring books, or any other creative projects.

Bright Ideas Double-ended Brush Pens

Joy! This universal human emotion soothes the soul and lifts the spirit, even in troubled times. From a child's laughter to a grandmother's smile, each photograph in this handy hardcover book captures a moment of pure, unadulterated happiness. Precious instants, perfect for sharing with a new parent, a graduate, a loved one, or a friend in need of a pick-me-up, are gathered here. Because, after all, smiles are contagious!