Full of quirk and whimsy, Things to Do Before a Monday provides 52 amusing activities to start each week in a positive and joyful way. Ranging from silly, irreverent ideas to self-improvement goals, each prompt encourages readers to shake up their usual routine with fun and attainable exercises such as volunteering at an animal shelter, cooking a favorite meal from childhood, building a pillow fort, or holding hands on a bike with a cutie. With humorous, brightly colored illustrations and inspirational actions, this little book is the cure for the Monday blues.

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An interactive instant classic for inquisitive young minds and budding book lovers. From the creator of the critically acclaimed Flip-Flap book, Hide and Sleep. Who loves books? Is it Rabbit? Is it Bird? Is it Butterfly? Flap and flap the sturdy pages of this playful book to find out. The buoyant colors, silly story, and interactive format will keep even fidgeting little readers engaged. 
- A seek-and-find book with flaps to encourage play and exploration in babies and toddlers 
- Foster a love of books and reading at a young age with this fun board book. 
- Eye-catching art and fun animal illustrations will make this a perfect read-aloud book to share with baby. For fans of Look!, Love You, Hug You, Read To You, and Bunny's Book Club, this touchable, delightful board book is sure to delight and excite children ages 0–3.

Who Loves Books?

Baby & Kids

Vincent van Gogh is one of the world's most famous artists. Throughout his life, he wrote to his younger brother, Theo, about his colorful, dynamic paintings. This book pairs the artist's paintings with his own words.
Van Gogh's descriptions, arranged as a simple rhyme, introduce young readers to all the colors of the rainbow and beyond. The descriptive words combine with spectacular reproductions of many of the artist's most beloved and important works to create a perfect art book for young and old alike.

Vincent's Colors

A heartfelt picture book about differences, acceptance, and loving yourself for who you are. Wherever he goes, Rain Boy brings wet—which means he's not very popular. Sun Kidd brings sunshine everywhere she goes, so everyone loves her. Only Sun Kidd sees what's special about Rain Boy. But when she invites him to her birthday party, disaster strikes, and Rain Boy storms. Now the world is nothing but rain. Will the other kids ever love Rain Boy for being himself? And. more importantly, can Rain Boy learn to love his rain? Debut author and illustrator Dylan Glynn's colorful and evocative illustrations color this story with all the emotions of the rainbow in this universal story of reaching out to those who look different from you, making new friends, and learning to love yourself. 
- Important lessons on acceptance, bullying, self-reliance and empathy told in a beautifully illustrated, accessible story 
- A great read-aloud book for families of children struggling to fit in and find their self-confidence 
- Perfect book for educators, caregivers, and librarians to help with lessons on bullying, kindness, LGBQT themes, and friendship Fans of One, The Big Umbrella, and Be Kind will find Rain Boy 's striking artwork and positive message an important addition to their bookshelf.

Rain Boy

Boys Fashion

Dump Truck, Bulldozer, Cement Truck, Excavator, Crane Truck, and much more! This classic matching game includes 72 cards with all the features of a busy construction site as its vehicles work, get washed up, and go to sleep after a hard day. Children will delight in the energetic illustrations as they develop memory, concentration, and matching skills.

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Matching Game

Hello, baby Capricorn. 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 patient and resourceful Capricorn (born December 22 – January 19). 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 Capricorn

A new instant bedtime classic from the author of the #1 New York Times bestseller Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site! It's time for bed and this little octopus is more than happy to volunteer! He's all ready to put his parents to bed! Bath time, putting on pajamas, brushing teeth, and tucking everyone in is a whole new challenge when the kid is in charge (and especially when everyone has eight arms!). From bestselling author Sherri Duskey Rinker and award-winning illustrator Viviane Schwarz comes a romping, rhyming, hilarious tale sure to entertain wiggly bedtime readers everywhere. 
- Perfect for children who are learning good bedtime, bath time, and toothbrushing habits 
- Silly and clever rhymes make this a perfect read-aloud book for parents and children. 
- From the bestselling author of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and Steam Train, Dream Train Any child who loves Dinosaur vs Bedtime, I Am Not Sleepy and Will Not Go to Bed, and Llama, Llama, Red Pajama will love How to Put an Octopus to Bed!

How To Put An Octopus To Bed

This cookbook is an indispensable reference for modern couples looking to spend quality time together in the kitchen. Inside are more than 130 recipes for both classic and contemporary cooking that are perfect for day-to-day Ã  deux and special occasions with family and friends. More than a collection of recipes, The Newlywed Cookbook is also a guide to domestic bliss. Author Sarah Copeland, a newlywed herself, knows that sourcing, cookingâas well as sharing food together at the tableâmakes for a happy couple! This beautiful and sophisticated contemporary cookbook is the new go-to for brides and grooms.

Newlywed Cookbook

A bird arrives, alights on a tree, finds a mate, and builds a nest. Soon its eggs will hatch and one brave hatchling will embark on its first flight. A deceptively simple and joyful celebration of the natural cycle of life, this book adds the bonus of removable—and movable—characters and scenery to the bestselling TouchThinkLearn format, featuring the hallmark production technique of glued-on pieces dovetailing with die-cut openings. In this first narrative title in the series, the movable pieces invite and involve the reader in a meaningful and multisensory participation in the story.

Touchthinklearn: Fly!

Gifts For Kids

Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics is a landmark celebration of the remarkable life and career of a country music and pop culture legend.
As told by Dolly Parton in her own inimitable words, explore the songs that have defined her journey. Illustrated throughout with previously unpublished images from Dolly Parton’s personal and business archives.
Mining over 60 years of songwriting, Dolly Parton highlights 175 of her songs and brings readers behind the lyrics.

Packed with never-before-seen photographs and classic memorabilia
Explores personal stories, candid insights, and myriad memories behind the songs

Dolly Parton, Songteller: My Life in Lyrics reveals the stories and memories that have made Dolly a beloved icon across generations, genders, and social and international boundaries.
Containing rare photos and memorabilia from Parton’s archives, this book is a show- stopping must-have for every Dolly Parton fan.

Learn the history behind classic Parton songs like “Jolene,” “9 to 5,” “I Will Always Love You,” and more.
The perfect gift for Dolly Parton fans (everyone loves Dolly!) as well as lovers of music history and country

Add it to the shelf with books like Coat of Many Colors by Dolly Parton, The Beatles Anthology by The Beatles, and Born to Run by Bruce Springsteen.

Dolly Parton, Songteller

Live Life Colorfully is a quirky, illustrated mix of inspiring words, tips and tricks, and challenges from award-winning artist, designer, and creative director Jason Naylor. This colorful book is based on one of his strongest messages, Live Life Colorfully , and will inspire everyone who picks it up.

Find the silver living, taste the rainbow, and colorize your life with this vibrant book
Filled with bright, colorful illustrations
Sure to motivate anyone who needs a boost

Naylor spreads joy and kindness around the globe using his signature bright colors and even brighter messages with typography, illustration, and large-scale worldwide murals. Live Life Colorfully is a succinct way to say, "Be yourself, be brave, be proud of who you are, be kind, be loving, be happy, and be colorful."

An inspiring book with a little bit of edge and a lot of confidence
Taking a moment to deliberately notice colors in the world around you can significantly enhance your moment, your day, and your life.
Perfect pick-me-up gift for self-help, motivation, and happiness seekers, as well as lovers of pop art and bright colors
Add it to the shelf with books like 52 Lists for Happiness: Weekly Journaling Inspiration for Positivity, Balance, and Joy by Moorea Seal, Steal Like an Artist: 10 Things Nobody Told You About Being Creative by Austin Kleon, and Start Where You Are: A Journal for Self-Exploration by Meera Lee Patel

Live Life Colorfully

Bestselling format! Looking for new ways to connect with your sweetie? Look no further than this cute, compact tin filled with 50 unique, romantic ideas for date night! 
- The colorful, petite tins are perfect for slipping into a purse or pocket for on-the-go fun. Also makes a thoughtful, unique gift or stocking stuffer 
- A great gift for a recently engaged or newly dating couple—or buy it for yourself to rekindle romance! 
- Tin box with lift-off lid, 51 cards, full-color printing throughout

On-the-go Amusements: 50 Sweet Things To Do On A Date

Scared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You is a picture book that playfully unpacks a common childhood fear. You may be afraid of the dark . . . but did you know that the dark is actually afraid of YOU? It's true! The dark spends its days hiding from the light in your underwear drawer. The dark thinks you look scary. And the dark may be difficult to see when the sun goes down, but it also has its fair share of redeeming qualities. 
- A go-to read for kids who are afraid of nighttime 
- Personifies darkness to help younger readers shift how they see the night 
- A humorous and soulful picture book by Peter Vegas and acclaimed illustrator Benjamin Chaud Scared of the Dark? It's Really Scared of You reassures the youngest of readers that the dark is more relatable—and appealing—than ever imagined. Fans of the award-winning illustrator Benjamin Chaud will love adding this one to the collection. 
- A good pick for parents, grandparents, and caregivers of reluctant readers 
- Resonates year-round as a go-to gift for birthdays, holidays, and more 
- Perfect for children ages 3 to 5 years old 
- Great for teachers and librarians who want to teach there are no monsters, just friends 
- Add it to the shelf with books like Orion and the Dark by Emma Yarlett, The Dark by Lemony Snicket, and The Berenstain Bears by Stan and Jan Berenstain.

Scared Of The Dark? It's Really Scared Of You

This colorfully illustrated, guided travel journal encourages users to explore the easily overlooked and wonderful everyday details encountered while traveling, whether near or far away. Packed with unique and fulfilling journeys that can be undertaken in any city, as well as prompts to record every whimsical discovery, each page is a surprise. Other features include: plenty of space to capture addresses, itineraries, reviews, and tips from locals; a reference section with time zones, measurements, and other relevant information; graphic pages for note taking; and a back pocket for collecting ephemera. Filled with appealing illustrations and unexpected inspirations, this quirky journal is sure to bring out the adventurer in every traveler.

I Was Here Journal

This racy game of Truth or Dare features 100 seductions that will heat up any couple’s love life in the bedroom and beyond. The red-hot box comes with 50 sticks to be pulled one at a time, revealing a sexy truth on one side and a dirty dare on the other. The perfect gift for those looking for some naughty action, Sexy Truth or Dare is sure to inspire many passion-filled nights.

Sexy Truth Or Dare

Following the bestselling Farts: A Spotter's Guide series (over one million copies sold!), this hilarious field guide covers 10 different types of belches through text, illustrations, and sound. Filled with shameless body-related humor, Burps: A Connoisseur's' Guide identifies the characteristics, habitat, voice, and tasting notes" of each gassy oral emission. The sound of each burp is reproduced with alarming accuracy through an attached battery-powered belch machine.

Burps

The 1940s ushered in an era of musical experimentation and innovation at the Walt Disney Studios. Artists from all over the world flocked to California to be part of the magic, and their groundbreaking styles influenced such classics as Dumbo and Bambi as well as shaped the masterpieces that followed such as Alice in Wonderland and Peter Pan.
For this volume, author Didier Ghez has unearthed hundreds of enchanting images—from early sketches to polished concepts for iconic features—by five exceptional artists who shaped the style of the Studio's animation during this period of unbridled creativity.
With evocative descriptions and excerpts from the artists' journals and autobiographies, this magnificent collection offers a rare look at the visionaries who breathed life into some of the most beloved films of our time.

Copyright ©2016 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved

They Drew As They Pleased Vol. 2

New York Times Bestseller Dumpty: The Age of Trump in Verse is Volume 1 of a satirical poetry collection from award-winning actor and bestselling author John Lithgow. Chronicling the last few raucous years in American politics, Lithgow takes readers verse by verse through the history of Donald Trump's presidency.

Lampoons the likes of Betsy DeVos, William Barr, Rudy Giuliani, and dozens more.
Illustrated from cover to cover with Lithgow's never-before-seen line drawings.
Draws inspiration from A. A. Milne, Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, and even Mother Goose.
Great for fans of A Very Stable Genius by Mike Luckovich, Win Bigly: Persuasion in a World Where Facts Don't Matter by Scott Adams, and The Donald J. Trump Presidential Twitter Library by The Daily Show with Trevor Noah.

The poems collected in Dumpty draw inspiration from A. A. Milne, Lewis Carroll, Edward Lear, Rodgers and Hammerstein, Mother Goose, and many more.
A feat of laugh-out-loud lyrical storytelling, this timely volume is bound to bring joy to poetry lovers, political junkies, and Lithgow fans alike.

Dumpty

Everyone has a story to tell. Sharing that story can change you, your community, or even the world. But how do you start? This inspirational guide invites readers to unlock their truth and share it, whether in a TED talk, a blog post, or a conversation with their loved ones. Storytelling coaches Heather Box and Julian Mocine-McQueen reveal how to embrace the power of personal storytelling in a series of easy steps. Their practical and motivating advice fills this charming hardcover, which features a textured cover with glittering foil stamping, and colored paper printed with metallic ink on the interior. It's a meaningful gift and a powerful reminder that stories matter.

How Your Story Sets You Free

Featuring foil-stamped calligraphy on the cover and metallic ink throughout, this journal is the place for recording the boldest and most brilliant of ideas.

Fucking Brilliant Journal

Armani Curtis can think about only one thing: her tenth birthday. She's having a party, her mama is making a big cake, and she has a good feeling about a certain wrapped box. Turning ten years old is a big deal to Armani. It means she's older, wiser, more responsible. But when Hurricane Katrina hits the Lower Nines of New Orleans and tears her world apart, Armani realizes that being ten means being brave, watching loved ones die, and mustering all her strength to help her family weather the storm. A gripping story of courage and survival, Upside Down in the Middle of Nowhere celebrates the power of hope and love in the face of the unthinkable.

Upside Down In The Middle Of Nowhere

A nightcap is the perfect way to end the night, and author Kara Newman knows just how to make them. This gifty, foil-accented book contains more than 40 cocktail recipes—some to keep the night going, some that will help ease you to sleep, some that can double as dessert, and some that can soothe the stomach after a hearty meal. There are classics like the sweet and creamy Brandy Alexander, new takes on old favorites like the Black Manhattan, which swaps an aperitif for the classic vermouth, and simple new ideas like the Open & Shut, which combines equal parts amaro and cognac for a slow sipper. Whatever kind of night it's been, Nightcap is the perfect way to top it off.

Nightcap

Bintou wants braids. Long, pretty braids, woven with gold coins and seashells, just like her older sister and the other women in her family. But she is too young for braids. Instead, all she has are four little tufts of hair; all she ever gets are cornrows. However, when Bintou saves the lives of her two young cousins and is offered a reward of her choosing, Bintou discovers that true beauty comes in many different forms. Rich, earthy illustrations and a heartwarming story capture the spirit of a West African village in this wise tale about a girl who learns she's perfect just the way she is.

Bintou's Braids

A 2018 American Library Association Notable Childrenâs Book. 

Mr. Crocodile loves his job. Every morning he gets up with an alarm. He brushes his teeth. He chooses the right tie to match his outfit, eats a quick slice of toast, and heads off to work on a crowded train. But what exactly is his job? The answer may surprise you! Readers will want to pore over this witty, wordless book again and again, finding new details and fresh stories with every reading.

Professional Crocodile

Love Can Come in Many Ways celebrates the many diverse ways animals, and humans, show their love. Lift a swan's felt wing to discover a baby cuddled underneath, then lift a felt speech bubble to discover the words "You are loved!" Beneath each of the felt flaps is a wealth of snuggles.

Love Can Come In Many Ways

Pope Francis I has shared his devotion to Mary with millions of Catholics. A timely follow-up to The Little Book of Saints and The Little Book of Angels, this treasure of a book offers an enlightening tribute to the Virgin Mary. The stories, miracles, and mysteries of Mary provide readers with inspiration, comfort, and a growing understanding of the history surrounding this religious icon. Beautifully illustrated with color lithographs from missals and prayer books, and elegantly packaged with a padded cover, gilded edges, and a ribbon marker, The Little Book of Mary makes a special gift for devotees of Mary, Easter, confirmation, first communion, and Mother's Day.

The Little Book Of Mary

Disney Princess Postcard Box is a vibrant box of 100 postcards celebrating all eleven official Disney Princesses. These unique Disney notecards include Snow White, Cinderella, Aurora, Ariel, Belle, Jasmine, Pocahontas, Mulan, Tiana, Rapunzel, and Merida. Featuring concept art—including some never-before-published work—as well as final frames and animation concept art, this beautiful collector’s item is sure to delight Disney fans of all ages.

Set into a gorgeous box with a satin ribbon
Fans can keep postcards to display or send them to loved ones to share the beauty

These postcards will bring joy to Disney fans that are looking for collectible artwork and never-before-seen images from Disney's past. This collection pays homage to some of Disney’s most beloved characters of all time in a format that’s easy to display and share, making for perfect Disney memorabilia.

A wonderful gift for fans of Disney and Disney Princesses, lovers of art and illustration, animation and concept art fans, and collectors of vintage postcards
Great for those who enjoyed The Art of Disney: The Renaissance and Beyond (1989 - 2014) and The Art of Disney: The Golden Age (1937-1961)

©2017 Disney Enterprises, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

Disney Princess Postcard Box

Looking for the perfect way to say I love you to a special someone? From famed illustrators Lisa Swerling and Ralph Lazar, the New York Times bestselling book Me Without You features countless cute color illustrations of scenarios that are simply incomplete without two. A uniquely charming gift for Valentineâs Day, anniversaries, or just because, readers will find themselves dipping into this beguiling book again and again.

Me Without You

High design, brilliant graphics, essential learning skills—these features distinguish the TouchThinkLearn titles, presenting knowledge in a new dimension. Xavier Deneux applies the same unique vision that informed TouchThink-Learn: ABC to this year's most innovative counting book. Die-cut numerals and shapes stimulate understanding of essential concepts, inviting youngest readers to engage in a meaningful and tangible hands-on experience of numbers by tracing figures and shapes to coordinate concepts and images.

Touchthinklearn: 123

From roasting marshmallows to pulling kittens out of their hats, from eating dumplings to catching butterflies, cats are quite curious! Featuring adorable art, these correspondence cards are a great way to stay in touch, no matter the occasion. 
- CHARMING, DELIGHTFUL, ADORABLE CAT ART: These cards feature beautiful and colorful artwork of extremely cute cats doing human things, from eating dumplings to catching butterflies to roasting marshmallows—what's not to love? 
- GREAT FOR ALL OCCASIONS: Send these cards to the cat lover in your life for birthdays, thank-yous, congratulations, or just to stay in touch. 
- INCLUDES: 20 full-color flat cards (20 different designs) and 20 envelopes in box with hinged lid