Yes, there really is enough time to do it all: the passion projects, the to-do list, or simply making time to do nothing—the trick is knowing how to look for it. Packed with helpful tips, How Time Is on Your Side is a simple handbook to help reframe your relationship with time. Through practical productivity tools and inspiring stories of people who make time for the things that matter to them, you will find that achieving your goals isn't as farfetched as it seems. Let the encouraging words of artist and author Bridget Watson Payne be your guide to reinvent your relationship with time: it's not the enemy; it's a friend. 
- Learn how to nurture your inner creative, spiritual, emotional, and mental lives. 
- Written in author Bridget Watson Payne's smart, friendly, tell-it-like-it-is prose 
- Tips and tricks include utilizing your calendar to its full advantage, doing mental work in the morning and physical work in the afternoon, and putting your big goals on your to-do list. With smart, unintimidating content, this little guide is sure to inspire anyone to make time to achieve their goals. Take a moment, a minute, or a day to reinvent your relationship with time, and discover how it can work for you. The time you need is there. Let How Time Is on Your Side help you find it.

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A lighthearted twist on Rapunzel, the beloved fairy tale from the Brothers Grimm, Tangled brims with thrilling adventure, a distinctive cast of characters, a daring heroine, and, of course, seventy feet of golden hair. Featuring the stunning concept art behind the newest Disney masterpiece, The Art of Tangled also includes a preface by John Lasseter, a foreword by Directors Nathan Greno and Byron Howard, and interviews with the artists, animators, and production team—including Art Director David Goetz—that shed light on the history and artistry of this landmark film.

The Art Of Tangled

Raise the stakes on the classic game of Hearts in a bone-chilling twist to the trick-taking card game! With the Queen of Vampyres hiding amongst your number, her thirst for Hearts may send everyone to an early grave. Can you strike her down before time runs out? Housed in a gorgeous coffin-shaped box, this set includes a deck of unique illustrated playing cards and rules for standard Hearts play as well as expanded rules and a token for a vampyric variation that adds hidden roles and ulterior motives to the fast-paced classic. Prepare for a thrilling and bloodthirsty game night for new players and experts alike!

Vampyre Hearts

How many excuses are there for not doing homework? Let us count the ways: Giant lizards invaded the neighborhood. Elves hid all the pencils. And then there was that problem with carnivorous plants... The excuses go on and on, each more absurd than the next and escalating to hilarious heights. Featuring detail-rich illustrations by Benjamin Chaud, this book is guaranteed to amuse kids and their parents, not to mention anyone who has experienced a slacker student moment—and isn’t that everyone?

I Didn't Do My Homework Because

Baby & Kids

This booklet from Lucy Mail makes a seriously thoughtful yet easy gift for girlfriends near or far on birthdays, major milestones, or anytime a celebration is in order.
 
A one-of-a-kind way to celebrate a rad girlfriend, this gift is literally full of surprises: on every page inside, a collection of pockets and envelopes contain mini gifts to fill in and personalize for her, including:
 
- Lists of her amazing qualities
- Future predictions
- Coupons for fun hangouts (IOUs for a ladies' night in and spontaneous pep talks)
- Activities for her to enjoy solo (a prescription for naps, recommendations for books to read)
 
Enclosed in a sweet hardcover portfolio with a magnetic clasp, this booklet is a completely unique way to celebrate the awesomeness of gal pals far and wide.

Here's To You! My Incredible Friend

Named a Best Children's Book of the Year by the Washington Post, Amazon, Working Mother, and more! Now available in a board book edition for the very youngest readers to enjoy, Hello Hello explores all aspects of seeing and appreciating nature. Starting with color and pattern and moving on size, shape, sound, and more, this board book is perfect for introducing the youngest readers to important visual concepts. 
- From Brendan Wenzel, Caldecott Honor-winning author of They All Saw a Cat 
- Features over 30 different species, many of them endangered 
- Includes a glossary identifying the animals in the book It's easy to see how the animals in this book are different from one another, but can you tell what makes them the same? Hello Hello is a celebration of the unique traits that make every creature special—a celebration of diversity that is also an ode to connection and curiosity. 
- Brendan Wenzel is a New York Times bestselling author and illustrator. 
- A playful approach to similarities and differences in nature 
- Great gift for new parents and grandparents, as well as librarians, teachers, and educators 
- Perfect for baby showers and first birthdays 
- Add it to the shelf with books like What Do You Do with a Problem? by Kobi Yamada, This Is Not My Hat by Jon Klassen, and Du Iz Tak? by Carson Ellis.

Hello Hello

Homework, hormones, heartache...middle school has no shortage of perils. Never fear, the authors of the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series return with a survival guide for those who are facingor just about to facethis big transitional time in school and life. The handbook is packed with funny-but-useful tips for the trickiest situations that crop up in middle school, like taking charge of a too-busy homework schedule, dealing with a cold shoulder from a friend who has suddenly become just too cool, avoiding common e-mail and cell phone disasters, and more.

The Worst-case Scenario Survival Handbook: Middle School

What can Dory remember? Who are her parents?
In Finding Dory, Pixar Animation Studios sets out to answer these questions, to the delight of Finding Nemo fans. The Art of Finding Dory offers a look at the creative process behind the making of this much-anticipated sequel, shining a light on the many inspiring and beautiful layers of creation the artists at the studio explored during years of development.

Copyright ©2016 Disney Enterprises, Inc. and Pixar. All rights reserved.

The Art Of Finding Dory

Housed in a keepsake box, this luxe set of playing cards features artwork inspired by the 1913 sheet music for California's official state song, "I Love You, California." With top-quality cardstock, charming bear-themed images, and hand-drawn details throughout, this portable 54-card deck will be a win with Golden State fans.

California Dreaming Playing Cards

The quirky inspiration of the 642 series takes flight in this collection of fiction-writing prompts that will make anyone want to grab a pen and write what happens next.

642 Stories To Write

Graphic design guru Tim Leong presents Star Wars trivia in an all-new way—through playful pie charts, bar graphs, and other data-driven infographics.
From a Venn diagram of Yoda’s idiosyncrasies to an organizational chart of the Empire to a line graph of Grand Moff Tarkin’s management decisions, Star Wars Super Graphic shines a new light on the much-adored universe. Equal parts playful and informative, this visual love letter to the vast Star Wars universe will enchant fans of all ages.

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Star Wars® Super Graphic

For the first time in 3,300 years, The Egyptian Book of the Dead: The Book of Going Forth by Day: The Papyrus of Ani is showcased in its entirety in seventy-four magnificent, large-format, color pages.
Maybe the most stunning presentation of this book in 3300 years: Upon death, it was the practice for some Egyptians to produce a papyrus manuscript called the Book of Going Forth by Day or the Book of the Dead. A Book of the Dead included declarations and spells to help the deceased in the afterlife. The Papyrus of Ani is the manuscript compiled for Ani, the royal scribe of Thebes. Written and illustrated almost 3,300 years ago, The Papyrus of Ani is a papyrus manuscript with cursive hieroglyphs and color illustrations. It is the most beautiful, best-preserved, and complete example of ancient Egyptian philosophical and religious thought known to exist.
The Egyptian Book of the Dead is an integral part of the world's spiritual heritage. It is an artistic rendering of the mysteries of life and death. For the first time since its creation, this ancient papyrus is now available in full color with an integrated English translation directly below each image. This twentieth-anniversary edition of The Egyptian Book of the Dead has been revised and expanded to include:

Significant improvements to the display of the images of the Papyrus.
A survey of the continuing importance of ancient Egypt in modern culture.
A detailed history of Egyptian translation and philology since the discovery of the Rosetta Stone in 1799.
And, a state-of-the-art Annotated Bibliography and Study Guide for Ancient Egyptian studies.

As the third revised edition, the entire corpus of this critical work is given its most accessible and lavish presentation ever.

The Egyptian Book Of The Dead

This shimmering matchbox contains 50 faux matchsticks with prompts for appreciating your surroundings, expressing thanks, and giving back. ItÆs a unique way to light up the everyday.
BEAUTIFUL BOX: Slide open the shimmering foil box to reveal faux decorative matchsticks. It's an eye-catching package that looks gorgeous on your nightstand or desk.
BE HAPPIER AND HEALTHIER: A regular gratitude practice can improve overall well-being. This box makes it easy! And if youÆre already keeping a gratitude journal, Spark Gratitude can enhance this habit with new, fresh ideas.
A GREAT GIFT: Full of ways to practice gratitude, this unique, beautiful box makes a sweet stocking stuffer, thank-you gift, or a thoughtful way to kick off the New Year—for both men and women.
SAMPLE PROMPTS: Start each morning with a list of three things you are thankful for. Think about the things, pastimes, or people that give your life meaning. Call someone for no reason other than to thank them for being in your life.

INCLUDES: 50 kraft-paper faux matchsticks in foil-stamped box tray with sleeve

Spark Gratitude

Play cards . . . the Martian way! Featuring amazing photos from the archives of NASA! Each card features an iconic NASA photograph of Mars spanning craters, volcanoes, and dust storms, and its many celebrated rovers and landers. 
- Complete playing card deck (52 cards and 2 jokers) 
- For ages 4 and up 
- Great for gift collectors and space enthusiasts 
- Space lovers will adore this astronomical, Martian gift! 
- Perfect for any child interested in the curious world of science and physics

Mars Playing Cards

Distinguished by signature pops of accent color and designs by beloved artist Molly Hatch, Journey in Color coloring books provide an immersive creative escape in a uniquely elegant package. This new book in the series features designs inspired by art, embroidery, and textiles from Norway and Sweden, printed in both black and brilliant neon red inks. The outlines print single-sided so there is no risk of show-through for those who are coloring with markers or pens. With richly detailed designs and eye-catching neon accents on every page, this is a coloring experience as beautiful as it is relaxing.

Journey In Color: Scandinavian Designs

From Jennifer Scott—author of the New York Times bestselling Madame Chic series and founder of the Daily Connoisseur blog—comes this playful take on manners and being a good global citizen. Parents and younger children work together to read about a wide range of topics: communication, table manners, tidiness, thinking of others, grooming, and health. Activities, learning games, fill-in-the-blanks, letter-writing exercises, recipes (for food and for slime!), and some fun songs and rhymes help kids learn concepts and practice good behaviors. Featuring charming illustrations and go-to advice from a trusted source, this is a timely guide for raising well-mannered, neat, and gracious children for parents, grandparents, and children of reading age.

Connoisseur Kids

At a time when a bit more listening might serve us well, Do Listen is a handy guide to the art of communication. For anyone who wants to hold meaningful conversations, speak with eloquence, and build community, here is an accessible handbook with tips on how to listen skillfully, take a discussion deeper, and speak about difficult topics with respect. Full of exercises and practices that can be applied in the workplace, at a social event, or around the dinner table, Do Listen provides readers with the tools to hold engaging conversations and create profound personal connections.

Do Listen

The ultimate book and playset for vehicle-loving toddlers! Police car, fire truck, taxi, and recycling truck board books vroom and zoom in and out of three play scenes, making sure the community is safe and sound. When playtime is over, all vehicles fit snugly back together inside the larger book for easy storage. Packed with bright art and simple first words, the Read & Ride series is the perfect combination of hands-on early learning and imaginative play.

Read & Ride: Cars And Trucks

Say it with flowers. This visual bouquet includes a photographic glossary of popular flower types and their Victorian meanings, followed by step-by-step instructions for creating 25 beautiful arrangements. From Celebration and Luck, to Happiness and Forgiveness, each bespoke bunch of flowers suits an important occasion or recipient. Blooming with inspiring lifestyle photography and watercolor botanical illustrations throughout, Meaningful Bouquets brings a truly personal touch to flower arranging.

Meaningful Bouquets

Emily and Charlotte  Brontë are about as opposite as two sisters can be. Charlotte is practical and cautious; Emily is headstrong and imaginative. But they do have one thing in common: a love of writing. This shared passion will lead them to be two of the first published female novelists and authors of several enduring works of classic literature. But they're not there yet. First, they have to figure out if there is a connection between a string of local burglaries, rumors that a neighbor's death may not have been accidental, and the appearance on the moors of a mysterious and handsome stranger. The girls have a lot of knots to untangle— before someone else gets killed.

Always Emily

Hello, baby Scorpio. Who will you be? Let's look at the stars. What do you see? With rhyming text and adorable art, this Little Zodiac book shares what is special about being a devoted and driven Scorpio (born October 23 – November 21). Little Zodiac Board Books are a sweet and starry-eyed series of board books with one book for each astrological sign. This cute and colorful board book series offers a sweet and accessible introduction to a baby's first horoscope! From Aries to Pisces, these petite books lovingly portray the unique characteristics of each sign. 
- Includes predictions for how young ones will each see the world a little differently 
- Features rhyming text that begs to be read aloud 
- Extra-chunky pages are perfect for tiny hands. The irresistible Little Zodiac Board Books celebrate every zodiac sign. For devoted astrologers and brand-new stargazers alike, these board books portend good omens and happy reading. 
- Discover what is written in the stars for your little one. 
- Makes a great gift for millennial parents, grandparents, and growing families who are interested in astrology and horoscopes 
- Perfect for children ages 0 to 3 years old, as well as a go-to gift for birthdays and baby showers 
- Add it to the shelf with books like ABC for Me: ABC Yoga by Christiane Engel; Twinkle, Twinkle, You're My Star! by Sandra Magsamen; and Crinkle, Crinkle, Little Star by Justin Krasner.

A Little Zodiac Book: Baby Scorpio

Doodling boosts creative thinking, confidence, and memory retention! This addictively entertaining drawing pad is filled with squiggles that kick-start the doodling process. With a sturdy backing board for easy on-the-go doodling and prompts and encouragement sprinkled throughout, this portable boredom buster sparks imagination—and endless fun—for kids and adults alike.

Doodle Theory

Take a stroll through Édith Piaf’s Belleville, dine at Napoléon’s favorite restaurant, and explore the late-night haunts of Ernest Hemingway, Josephine Baker, and Pablo Picasso. From the author of the best-selling City Walks: Paris deck, this lively collection of walking adventures follows in the footsteps of more than 25 of the city’s iconic former residents. Throughout, Paris is seen from the intimate vantage point of those who loved it best, from the bars where authors penned classic works to the markets and patisseries where food lovers indulged. Including photos and full-color maps throughout, each walk in this book guides visitors and locals through the city that inspired some of the world’s most famous artists, writers, chefs, musicians, politicians, and more.

Forever Paris

This inspiring book presents the true stories of 12 people from across North America who have done great things for the environment. Heroes include a teenage girl who figured out how to remove an industrial pollutant from the Ohio River, a Mexican superstar wrestler who works to protect turtles and whales, and a teenage boy from Rhode Island who helped his community and his state develop effective e-waste recycling programs. Plenty of photographs and illustrations bring each compelling story vividly to life.

Heroes Of The Environment

Celebrating the 75th anniversary of DC Comics, these 100 all-different postcards feature the incredible art of DC's comic book covers from the 1930s through the 1980s.

The Art Of Vintage Dc Comics

The lush beauty of Floret Flower Farm is captured in these beautiful cards featuring photographs of magnificent dahlia blooms. A lovely greeting for birthdays, a thank you, or a cheerful hello to a friend, these garden-fresh cards are sure to brighten any recipient's day.

Floret Farm's Cut Flower Garden Dahlia Notes

Fall in love with these funny, striking, and surreal pups. William Wegman's whimsical photographs of his Weimaraner dogs have been celebrated in the art world and enjoyed by pet lovers for nearly four decades. In this entirely new volume, renowned photography curator William A. Ewing presents more than 300 images from the artist's personal archive, unearthing previously unseen gems alongside the iconic images that have made Wegman—along with dressed-up dogs Man Ray, Fay Ray, and others—beloved worldwide.
Presented in sixteen thematic chapters, William Wegman: Being Human foregrounds the photographer's penchant for play and his evergreen ability to create images that are at once funny, striking, and surreal. Audiences of all ages will fall in love—for the first time, or all over again—with Wegman and his friends.

William Wegman: Being Human

This booklet is Mom's ticket to some much-deserved quality time and care. The 12 shimmering foil-stamped tickets inside can be redeemed anytime for the gifts she really wants—ranging from fun family activities to favors that let her take a load off. Perfect to give one at a time or as a set, these tickets are a sweet and thoughtful way to let Mom know sheÆs the best on Mother's Day—or any day.
GREAT FOR THE MOTHER WHO HAS EVERYTHING: Can't think of the perfect present for Mom? This ticket booklet is a unique and fun gift, and also a fabulous way to give experiences—like a family fun activity or a favor that lets her take a load off—that sheÆs sure to love.
EASY BUT THOUGHTFUL GIFT: Gifting gold! This is a perfect last-minute gift for moms, whether for birthdays, Mother's Day, or just because.
ADD YOUR OWN PERSONAL TOUCH: All 12 tickets offer space on the back to add a personal touch, and the booklet includes one blank ticket that you can fill in with your own gift idea.
GIFT ALL AT ONCE, OR THROUGHOUT THE YEAR: This booklet for Mom is full of the gifts she most wants to receiveûand they can be gifted all together or individually one at a time. Either way, sheÆll feel like a winner with a Lucky Ticket in hand.
INCLUDES: booklet with 12 gold foil-stamped perforated tickets

Lucky Tickets For Mom

Including 75 colorful sheets of origami paper and illustrated instructions for making 25 projects, this craft pad is sure toinspire hours of folding fun!

Creatures & Critters Origami Craft Pad

When two hungry dinosaurs jump into a time machine, they're transported to an unbelievable, magical, surreal future: RIGHT HERE, RIGHT NOW! On the T. Rexes' madcap voyage into the unknown, they encounter the many wonders of the modern world: Police cars! Phones! Microwaves! They don't know how they'll get home—but why would they want to? Acclaimed author and illustrator Jared Chapman combines two favorite kid topics—time travel and dinosaurs—with bold colors, big jokes, and a hilarious escapade. This raucous, laugh-out-loud adventure will delight the very young and keep older readers giggling long into the future.