The ultimate compendium of the international and New York Times bestselling series, this fun omnibus features the complete content from all four books— F in Exams, F for Effort, F this Test, and F in Exams: Pop Quiz —plus more than 100 brand-new, sadly real, hilariously wrong student answers (Q: What is the role of a catalyst in a chemical reaction? A: It lists the cats involved). Also including bonus trivia in the form of "Stuff They Should Have Taught Us in School" facts (did you know a sneeze can travel up to 100 MPH?), this A+ collection will amuse anyone facing down a test as well as those happy to have the classroom behind them.

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A colorful collection of illustrated objects adorns these notecards, perfect for occasions both ordinary (rotary telephones or postage stamps for hellos) and extraordinary (a bundle of balloons or a pile of presents for birthdays).

Extraordinary Objects Notes

This authoritative and accessible workbook guides you through the memoir writing process so you can tell your own story with confidence! Ready, Set, Memoir! is full of helpful lists, exercises, inspiring quotes from famous memoirists, advice, lessons, and humor to help walk you through the writing process. This guided journal will inspire and motivate you to write—and finish!—your memoir. Every year, hundreds of thousands of aspiring writers participate in National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo), writing a first draft of their novels in thirty days. Following in the footsteps of the successful novel writing guide Ready, Set, Novel!, this handbook—written by one of the experts behind #NaNoWriMo—guides would-be memoirists step-by-step through the planning and writing process.

FUN, ACCESSIBLE APPROACH TO MEMOIR: Starting any new project can be daunting, let alone a project as personal as memoir. Ready, Set, Memoir! has a light, engaging tone, paired with fun illustrations and activities to keep the book accessible and encouraging.
AUTHOR WITH AUTHORITY: As the former program director for NaNoWriMo, Lindsey Grant knows a thing or two about starting a project and getting it done . . . and done fast!
INSPIRING, EASY TO FOLLOW ROADMAP: With fun and fresh prompts, activities, and resources, Ready, Set, Memoir! breaks down the elements of memoir, helps nonfiction writers both new and seasoned understand the genre; establish the scope and trajectory of their story; build dramatic tension; craft a subplot; identify and overcome common pitfalls to the form, including writer's block and the relationship between memory and truth; revise; and ultimately find a market for your memoir.

Ready, Set, Memoir!

What's your damage?! Find your clique, grab your gear, and prepare for a night of high school drama to the max with this radical card game that pays loving homage to high school movies from the '80s. A social party game for up to 12 players, Oh My God, Stacy! has jocks, preppies, geeks, skaters, theater kids, and punks work with their clique throughout the school day to prank their fellow classmates, collect and steal gear, forge alliances, and earn cool points. Morning announcements may change the rules of play each turn, so stay chill—and may the coolest kids win!

Oh My God, Stacy!

When did dinosaurs roam the earth? How are dinosaur bones put together? What are fossils, and how do they teach us about the prehistoric world? The Do You Know?™ books provide an in-depth look at a wide range of popular subjects. Appealing to children who want to know everything, each thought-provoking book features

96 pages filled with informative content and answers to many popular questions
Hundreds of labeled illustrations
An index to key terms
And a "More to Know" section that motivates children to explore further

Fans of the Do You Know™ series will also enjoy Do You Know: Oceans and Marine Life.

Great family and classroom read-aloud book
Educational books for kids ages 5 to 8

An indispensable resource for any child's library!

Do You Know?: Dinosaurs And The Prehistoric World

Baby & Kids

High school senior Frenchy has little ambition beyond hanging out at the smoking rock until his best friend, the ever-witty and conniving Stewart, gets him to try out for Man of la Mancha. To everyone's surprise, the guys are a hit. But when Stewart's antics begin to grow more obsessive he wears his costume 24/7, freaks out about little details, and displays an incessant hatred of the high-tech windmills outside of town Frenchy worries that there's something deeper going on. Is Stewart spiraling into madness, just like Don Quixote? And can Frenchy battle through his own demons in time to save his friend from self-destruction before it's too late?

Spinning Out

Discover match-and-learn fun for preschoolers: Baby animals are everywhere! At the pond, on the farm, and even in the mountains! But they don’t always look like their mommies and daddies. Young children will delight in sliding the 36 panels to match the baby animals to their parents. They will also learn about the habitats of the various creatures.

Sliding panels of baby animals and their parents make a delightful and satisfying format for preschool fun!
Each new spread offers clues to the right responses and provides bite-size information about each animal
Sturdy board book design that’s perfect for at-home or on-the-go

Fans of Whose Baby Is This? will also love the interactive learning found in Who Eats What?, Who Lives Where?, and Who Does What?.

Great family read-aloud book
Books for 3-5 years old
Books for preschool and kindergarten students

Whose Baby Is This?

Ah, the perennial post-laundry problem: Where is that missing sock? Unlike doomed pairs that go into the laundry only to return from tumble dry solo, this entertaining game keeps the pairs intact, allowing young players to match socks adorned with cute animals, eye-catching patterns, and other colorful surprises! Kids will delight in uncovering the missing socks while building memory, concentration, and matching skills. And parents will delight in all those pairs of socks perfectly matched, at last!

Missing Socks Matching Game

For anyone in search of a happier life, this delightful journal provides a place to record one happy thing each day for three years. Once the journal is filled, readers have an album of their happiest memories—from the big things like a job promotion to the little things like a perfect cup of coffee—and the habit of seeking out happiness every day.

Happiness Is . . . One Happy Thing Every Day

This series is The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy meets The Bad Guys in a funny, visually daring adventure series for reluctant readers, teachers, and librarians alike. This hilarious, visually groundbreaking read is the conclusion to a major series by children's literature legend Jon Scieszka. The book follows a final mission, where AstroWolf, LaserShark, SmartHawk, and StinkBug must find a planet fit for human life after we've finally made Earth unlivable. Time is up for our friends the AstroNuts. In fact, time is up for you, too. If they don't succeed on this mission, Earth is doomed! So when the team finds out they're being sent to a place called "the perfect planet," their mission sounds way too easy. Unfortunately, the second they land, they realize they'll be dealing with the most dangerous species of all time . . . humans. Huh? Where in the universe is this supposedly perfect place? And how will the Nuts manage to convince the humans to risk death . . . for the sake of their lives?! Featuring full-color illustrations throughout, Planet Earth as the narrator, an out-of-this-world gatefold, and how-to-draw pages in the back, eager and reluctant readers alike will be over the moon about this new mission. Full of laugh-out-loud humor with a thoughtful commentary on the reality of climate change at the core of the story, this creatively illustrated, full-color, action-packed space saga is a can't-put-it-down page-turner for readers of all levels and fans ready to blast past Dogman.

EXCITING BIG-NAME TALENT: Jon Scieszka is one of the biggest names in children's books. The first National Ambassador of Young People's literature, he and Steven Weinberg toured extensively for this series. They'll continue making their way around the world for Book 3! You might have met them at ALA, the National Book Festival, the Rabbit HOle, the Brooklyn Book Festival, the Illinois Reading Council, the Tween Reads Book Festival, the Texas Book Festival, the NYC Department of Education Fall Conference, the 826 Story Soirée in New York, or NCTE in Baltimore!
POPULAR SERIES: MISSIONS 1 and 2 received starred reviews, amazing blurbs, and tons of industry love. MISSION 1 was an Amazon Best Book of the Year! Dav Pilkey, Jennifer Holm, LeUyen Pham, and Gene Luen Yang are all big fans—check out those blurbs!
FUN AND SCIENTIFIC: The book incorporates STEM elements in a way that readers will find fun and entertaining, while teachers and librarians will find it clever and original.
PERFECT FOR BUDDING GRETA THUNBERGS: This book successfully talks about the effect of climate change and impels its readers to take action, without feeling didactic or message-y at all.
TIES TO REAL-WORLD ISSUES: Readers will recognize quite a few dilemmas the AstroNuts face from current events on Earth. Making connections between fiction and non-fiction is a big developmental milestone for young readers, and this book works as an effective allegory for our most dire contemporary concerns.
RELUCTANT READER–FRIENDLY: The book is a great vehicle for reluctant readers, featuring cool topics and bright art, and relying on visual literacy and very few words.
A CONSTELLATION OF TOPICS: Space, STEM, and talking animals: There's something here for every reader!
LOLs FOR DAYS: The book is funny and will delight kids who love books like Wimpy Kid, The 39-Story Treehouse, Dog Man, and Captain Underpants. While it contains serious ideas, it's a quick, easy, and fun visual read.
GROUNDBREAKING DESIGN: The hundreds of pages of full-color art are dynamic and engaging—and it doesn't look like anything else out there. Steven Weinberg bases his art on public domain pieces from the Smithsonian museum! Teachers turn to the books for this element of the art and use it in classrooms to talk about collage, idea sourcing, history, and art medium.
PERFECT ART PROJECT: On the website, kids can download pages of the "original" art and use it to make their own hybrid animal collages.

Perfect for:

Perfect for fans of Dog Man, Big Nate, Wimpy Kid, and Captain Underpants
Families who care about the environment
Grandparents
Teachers and educators who are looking to introduce STEM and environmental topics to children
Librarians

Astronuts Mission Three: The Perfect Planet

Slide the tabs to see the little bug move and grow! A curious little bug is on the move, and young children can help! Slide the tabs so the little bug can climb a hill, run through a forest, spin on a flower, and more.

Interactive moveable parts on the cover and also every spread
Cheery and colorful illustrations and fun read-aloud text
And a surprise pop-up ending!

Perfect for growing minds, Little Bug on the Move is innovative and interactive fun for young babies and toddlers everywhere.

Great family read-aloud book
Interactive books for babies and toddlers
Gifts for 0-3 years old

Little Bug On The Move

The Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars, Union Square, Chinatown—these are just a sampling of the San Francisco landmarks featured in this magical journey around the fabled city by the bay. Each famous location is brought vividly to life by fanciful collage illustrations that sparkle with the same color and action found in the city itself. The lively text is accompanied by a "Fun Facts" section and "Explorer's Guide" at the back of the book, making this perfect for residents and visitors alike.

City By The Bay

Little Plane is learning to fly! When you're small and on the go, there's a lot to watch out for: tall trees, muddy hills, and more! With wings aloft, Little Plane keeps flying, weathering the bumps along the way with his initiative, confidence, and positive attitude. This colorful follow-up to Little Boat and Little Truck by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi is a must for toddlers launching upward to big adventures!

Little Plane

Babies wear diapers. Do big kids? No! Big kids use the potty! Every child's life is filled with milestones. Some happen easily; others need a little extra support. Artist and mom Maria van Lieshout has been there. Drawing upon her own experiences, she has created an engaging series of books that are just right for children on the brink of major changes and the caregivers who encourage them.

I Use The Potty

How do we love numbers? Let us count the ways: They're on street signs and bus stops, featured on phones, thermometers, chalkboards, and scales. They show the time and the date, and help us to measure distance, sizing, and so much more. This spirited picture book by beloved author-illustrator Taro Gomi will charm and inform the youngest of readers, offering them a unique—and useful—look at a key concept we count on.

I Know Numbers!

With this deliciously witty pair of tea towels, home cooks can dill with messes in a snap or simply display and appreciate the lovely illustrations.

Oh Snap! / Dill With It Tea Towels

Each of these decks is packed with 50 hiking adventures and comes equipped with a handy clip-on carabiner for bringing cards along wherever the trail leads. Take a hike through Southern California's beautiful parks, forests, and more.

Hikes include:
Joshua Tree
Death Valley
Channel Islands National Park
Kings Canyon

Hooked On Hiking: Southern California

What exactly is inside a laptop, a golf ball, a vacuum cleaner, or a novelty singing fish toy? The insides of these and dozens of other objects are revealed in this photographic exploration of the stuff all around us, exposed and explained. With the help of a high-pressure waterjet cutter able to slice through 4 inches of steel plate, designer and fabricator Mike Warren (creator of the popular Cut in Half YouTube channel) cuts into everything from boom boxes to boxing gloves, oil filters to seashells, describing and demystifying the inner workings and materials of each. With a cleverly die-cut case and gorgeously detailed photography, Cut in Half is a fascinating and accessible popular science look at the extraordinary in the everyday.

Cut In Half

Elephants never forget to express the most heartfelt sentiments! Whether it's love, friendship, "thinking of you," or a simple "hello," these all occasion notecards celebrate life's sweet moments of connection.

An Elephant Never Forgets Notes

Invite everyone over and quiz your way to Hollywood with this Movie Compendium from Games Room! Choose a host, split into teams and work your way through 10 rounds of questions. With topics including 80s, 90s, Rom Coms and Sci-fi, everyone will get the chance to score high and play the starring role! The perfect gift for any film fanatic, the set comes with instructions, x5 Pencils, x200 Question Cards, x1 Score Pad and x1 Trophy and is packaged in a trendy geometric print box.

Movie Quiz Night

In a world filled with inspirational know-it-alls and quotable blowhards, only one figure is indifferent enough to tell the cranky truth: Grumpy Cat. Following the success of her New York Times bestselling debut, everyone's favorite disgruntled feline is back with this demotivational guide to everyday life, love, friendship, and more. Featuring many new photos of Grumpy Cat's famous frown and packed with uninspiring observations, The Grumpy Guide to Life will help anyone get in touch with their inner grouch.

Grumpy Guide To Life

Even when we're far apart, "here" and "there" can still be connected by a rainbow. A hopeful, timely picture book that helps us all see the rainbows that connect us! On the other side of a window, there is a neighbor. On the other side of a sadness, there is a hug. And on the other side of a storm, there is a rainbow. Sometimes we are separated by distance, sometimes by the way we feel. Even though the world is full of barriers that can make us feel unconnected, we are all just on one end of a rainbow. Connected by all that color and light, there is always something, or someone, waiting for us on the other side. Poetically told with an uplifting message for some of life's most difficult moments, this book encourages readers to look past their immediate surroundings and find comfort, community, and inner courage—all are closer than we might think. Inspired by the multitude of rainbows found in the windows of homes around the world following the coronavirus lockdown, this uplifting picture book shares a message of hope and resilience that is truly timeless. 
- TIMELY: Sweet, sincere, and uplifting, this book offers comfort to readers young and old. Its graceful approach to navigating both today's difficulties and the inevitable obstacles of the future makes this a staple picture book little ones and their parents will cherish for years and return to time and again. 
- HOPEFUL: This book provides a much-needed dose of realistic optimism, encouraging readers to see the light at the end of the tunnel. Painting a believable picture of what is and what might be, it also shows readers all the wonderful things within our reach, even in difficult times. Its underlying message has the potential to change perspectives. 
- COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: The book's emphasis on finding a network of support—whether it's among family members a phone call away, the neighbors right across the street, or a wider community accessible through technology—is particularly potent. Imbued with the unshakeable sense that we are never alone, this is one picture book with a message everyone can get behind, and which will, itself, spread hope from home to home, community to community. 
- READ ALOUD: As this reassuring picture book artfully reveals what's on the other side of both concrete objects and abstract ideas, it smartly uses the page turn to do so—it will have young readers eagerly turning the page to complete each sentence, to see what's on the other side. It provides the perfect read-aloud experience for story time in the classroom, in the library, and at home. 
- THE INSPIRATION: This picture book was inspired by the author's own experiences during the COVID-19 crisis. Perfect for: 
- Children going through a wide variety of difficult experiences, possibly for the first time 
- Parents and grandparents looking for a hopeful, comforting picture book 
- Caretakers and gift givers looking for profound, beautifully written, optimistic picture books 
- Teachers, librarians, and booksellers looking for the perfect uplifting read-aloud option 
- Fans of picture books that teach new perspectives

There Is A Rainbow

From Ratatouille through Brave,
The Art of Pixar: Volume II features
gorgeous and illuminating concept
art and iconic final frames from the 6
Pixar feature films and 18 short films
released from 2007 on.

The Art Of Pixar, Volume Ii

Do Books provide readers with the tools and inspiration to live a fulfilled and engaged life. Whether it's mastering a new skill, cultivating a positive mindset, or finding inspiration for a new project, these books dispense expert wisdom on subjects related to personal growth, business, and slow living. Written by the movers, shakers, and change makers who have participated in the DO Lectures in the United Kingdom and the United States, Do Books are packed with easy-to-follow exercises, bite-size tips, and striking visuals. Practical, useful, and encouraging, each book delivers trustworthy, empowering guidance so readers can succeed in whatever they choose to "do." Do Story teaches the art of telling powerful stories. The book includes short stories on a variety of subjects; taken together they demonstrate a range of effective narrative techniques. Vivid, enlightening, and brimming with practical tips, Do Story unlocks the secrets to becoming a captivating storyteller.

Do Story

Put on your dancing shoes! It's time to put your moves to the test with this funky card game of hilarious missteps from Ridley's Games! When the 'DJ' shouts Disc-go!, each player simultaneously plays the top card from their hand, and when a matching pair is revealed, make sure you're the first to bust the right move! The player with the most cards at the end of the game is the winner (and dancing queen!). Whether you're channeling your Travolta vibes, sinking to the floor doing the Swim, or getting on down with one of the other moves, this is a dance party that will keep you on your toes and that's fun for the whole family! All of the dance cards are dynamically illustrated with vibrant neon colors and come packaged in a groovy disco ball tin! Perfect for families and groups of friends, Disco Balls is suitable for ages 8+, 3 to 6 players, and has an average of 15 minutes gameplay.

Disco Balls

Do you know your pale ale from your lager? Learn more about your favorite drink as you play a classic card game with this set of Beer Lover's Playing Cards from Ridley's Games. Perfect for playing at the pub, at home, or on-the-go, this set of 54 illustrated cards feature facts about different beer varieties and regions. The ideal gift for the beer lover, the cards come in a giftable, beer bottle shaped tin.

Beer Lover's Playing Cards

Raise your glasses and toast to good health and good fortune in this sophisticated after dinner quiz from Games Room, with a host of topics from literature and wine, to philosophy and fast cars! A fun way to end the evening, the questions are broad enough to appeal to everyone. Complete with 140 cards spanning a myriad of topics, you'll be the host with the most when you pull this out at your next dinner party! Presented in a geometric print box. Full instructions included.

After Dinner Trivia

With expert guidance from the color authorities at Pantone, this sketchpad will help both budding and seasoned fashionistas design chic and colorful looks with confidence. Sixty stylish color palettes (plus room to create new ones) and more than 400 figure templates that disappear when photocopied (eliminating the need to fuss with light boxes or tracing paper) make this the ultimate fashion design tool.

PANTONE Color identification is solely for artistic purposes and not intended to be used for specification. Refer to current PANTONE Color publications for accurate color. PANTONE and the Pantone Chip Designs are trademarks of Pantone LLC in the United States and/or other countries. Â© Pantone LLC, 2013. All rights reserved. This is an authorized PANTONE UNIVERSE product manufactured under license by Chronicle Books.

The Pantone Fashion Sketchpad

Dive deep into the world of swimming with open water swimmer and coach Mikael Rosén as he explores the sport through eight different perspectives. With topics ranging from the vigorous mental and physical demands of the sport to gender and race politics, no reader will be left treading water. Rosén also provides a look into the lives of professional swimmers such as Michael Phelps and Sarah Sjöström, sharing insights into what makes these greats super swimmers. Packed with interesting history, science, and trivia, as well as useful charts, maps, sidebars, tips, and strategies—plus plenty of photos sprinkled throughout—this compendium is a must-have for any athlete or swimming fanatic.

Open Water

This beautifully curated collection of amazing camping spots all around the world evokes awe-inspiring, attainable travel adventures. Whether you're planning a getaway or just want to visit some of the world's most inspirational outdoor destinations from the comfort of your couch, You Are Here: Camping is the perfect wanderlust guide. Pairing gorgeous photography with caption and geolocation information, the incredible handpicked locations will inspire anyone looking for their next journey. 
- YOU ARE THERE—OR COULD BE!: Stunning photography will excite the spirit of adventure. Caption and geolocation information invite you to visit these gorgeous destinations. 
- WIDE RANGE OF CAMPING DESTINATIONS: From idyllic streamside clearings to mindblowing mountain vistas, snowy scenic sites to cool forest hideaway spots, the handpicked locations offer an inspiring variety of places and journeys—pick your adventure. 
- ARMCHAIR OR OUT THERE: A gorgeous collection equally suitable for kicking off your next immersive outdoor experience or capturing the beauty of nature to enjoy from the comforts of home. 
- INSPIRING PHOTOGRAPHY: The beautiful photographs collected here will not just inspire travel, but inspire capturing and sharing photos of your own journey, to these or other amazing places.