A year's worth of easy, achievable activities that will inspire couples to focus on their relationship—and grow closer in the process. When life gets busy, it can be hard to find the time to prioritize romance and put your relationship first. With a year's worth of achievable ideas and activities to do with your partner, Everyday Romance includes big and small ways to build that connection—from sharing your morning coffee and holding hands to planning a romantic weekend getaway and undertaking a long-term project together. Full of inspiration, both for new couples who want to get to know each other better and longtime couples who are looking to deepen their connection or rekindle their romantic spark, this journal makes it easy to love intentionally, every day. This sweet journal makes a perfect stocking stuffer for your sweetheart, last-minute Valentine's Day gift, or anytime impulse buy for couples. JUST THE RIGHT GIFT: With its focus on love and romance, this journal makes a perfect Valentine's Day gift, Christmas stocking stuffer, birthday "I love you," or anniversary or wedding "extra something," and is a great impulse buy for couples at any stage of their relationship. LOVE THAT LASTS: The timeless activities, conversation prompts, and suggestions ensure that this little journal will continue to offer relationship inspiration year after year. Couples can enjoy coming back to it throughout their relationship and use it to look back on how far they've come. SIMPLE SUGGESTIONS: The activities in this journal are easy to get into and offer simple ways to deepen romantic relationships without a huge investment of time or money. Divided into twelve sections with five activities per section, it offers ways to do a little something together each month and feel more connected every day. Perfect for: couples looking for fun activities to do together; newlyweds; new couples who want to get to know each other better; longtime couples who want to strengthen their relationship or spice up their love life; shoppers looking for a Valentine's Day gift or stocking stuffer for their sweetheart.

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Encourage creativity (and never lose a pen again!) with these fun notepads. Each Magnetic Pen + Pad comes with a magnetic die-cut pen that attaches to the notepad cover, completing the quirky cover illustration with a playful visual pun.

Pen Pad Pals: Amazing Brainstorms

Pens & Pencils

Pen Pad Pals: Creativity Time

This beloved story of a child testing the limits of her independence, and a mother who reassuringly proves that a parents love is unconditional and everlasting is a perfect first book for toddlers.

Mama, Do You Love Me? Board Book

Gifts For Kids

Cuddle up with the beloved animal friends from the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train and count on lots of fun! Little train enthusiasts will love counting from one to ten along with the dreamy train cars!

Steam Train  Dream Train 1-2-3

Tracks, treads, engines, lights, and more! The hardworking parts of kids' favorite construction vehicles from Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site can be explored in this playfully shaped board book with graduated pages. Each page is shaped like the vehicle on it and is sturdy enough to withstand wear and tear from the roughest, toughest readers. Handy labels highlight the different parts of each vehicle as an accompaniment to the charming rhyming text. From bulldozers to dump trucks, the youngest construction fans will be revved up and raring to go.

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site: Let's Go!

Bursting with color and charm, this finger puppet book lets babies and inquisitive toddlers touch, feel, and explore their growing world. Newborns will love snuggling up with Baby Goat! Baby Goat plays, climbs, meets new friends, and drifts off to bedtime with her loving family. Featuring a plush finger puppet that peeks into each lovingly illustrated page, Baby Goat will delight infants and parents alike. 
- Baby Goat's bright and colorful cloth finger puppet is ideal for little hands to grow and engage their motor skills. 
- A sweet and simple new baby gift—just the thing for baby showers and birthdays 
- Easy sentences and charming illustrations make Baby Goat a perfect bedtime story. Recommended for fans of Babies on the Farm: A Lift the Flap Board Book, Baby Giraffe: Finger Puppet Board Book, and Old MacDonald Had a Farm: Finger Puppet Board Book

Baby Goat: Finger Puppet Book

What does Baby Giraffe like to eat? Follow along with this cute baby animal as it experiences its world, from playtime to bedtime. The simple, comforting stories in this go-to baby gift series have made it a multi-million seller. Featuring a permanently attached plush finger puppet, each volume offers parents and children a fun, interactive way to play and read as they build a lifelong love of books together.

Baby Giraffe: Finger Puppet Book

Featuring spreads with raised shaped objects that fit into scooped cut-outs on their opposite page, this TouchThinkLearn book offers the youngest learners an opportunity to explore in a hands-on, multisensory way. Seeing the image, tracing its shape, saying its name—these modes of perception combine to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Discover a monkey and its jungle home by tracing the raised outline on one side, and the concave shape on the other! Related words on each spread offer parents and child a springboard for further conversation to encourage the language skills crucial to later successful learning. In a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Touchthinklearn: Wild Animals

Combining scooped-out die-cuts with raised, shaped elements, TouchThinkLearn books offer youngest learners an irresistible opportunity to explore their universe in a hands-on, multisensory way. See the image, trace its shape, say its name: these modes of perception combine in a dynamic way to stimulate understanding of essential concepts. Experience the number “2” both by counting a pair of raised car wheels on one side, and feeling its shape on the other. Contemplate a circle by touching the raised surface of an owl hooting at night on one side, and the form of a moon rising on the other. Featuring a format unlike any other, these groundbreaking books translate abstract thought into tangible knowledge.

Touchthinklearn: Shapes

It's a monster mash-up of the classic Old Maid card game! Goblins, ghosts, and ghouls are lurking, and so is one Old Mummy. Ward off the chilling creatures by playing this new twist on a favorite game where players compete for the most pairs of monsters while keeping the Old Mummy at bay. Packaged in a sarcophagus-shaped box and featuring a deck of werewolves, zombies, vampires, and more, this monstrous card game is frighteningly fun for all ages.

Old Mummy Card Game

All aboard for a rainbow of train cars and their lively animal crew! Vivid colors and cozy rhyming text inspired by the bestselling Steam Train, Dream Train will make learning colors a rich experience for the smallest readers.

Steam Train  Dream Train Colors

Cut-paper artist Pamela Dalton's magically intricate illustrations illuminate a generous collection of lullabies and goodnight poems. Recalling traditional favorites from childhood and embracing a wide range of sources and cultures, this timeless collection makes a lovely addition to any bedroom bookshelf or bedtime read-aloud ritual. Sure to enchant both children and their parents, Dalton's exquisite detail and sophisticated aesthetic—always informed by warmth and a deep humanity—will speak to anyone looking for the perfect keepsake book for a newborn or baby shower.

Under The Silver Moon

Classic peekaboo just got a little wilder with these irresistible animal masks! Attach this ring of five double-sided masks to a stroller, high chair, car seat, or diaper bag to enhance peekaboo play, at home or on the go.

Peekaboo! Stroller Cards: On The Farm

Just what kind of monkey business has befallen Mr. Hound's shop? Luckily, our team of plucky detectives has been chomping at the bit to take on their first case. When Mr. Hound hires them to investigate, they hoof it to his shop. And once they get sleuthing, wild horses couldn't drag them away from the scent of a clue. But is it all just a dog and pony show to distract them from the truth? Idioms are everywhere in this hilarious first case of the Gumshoe Zoo detective agency. This introduction to graphic novels will delight early readers with a zany wordplay whodunnit as the detectives manage to keep a straight face, collar some suspects, and solve a mystery, all while avoiding beating a dead—never mind.

Fowl Play

Travel back to the enchanting and treacherous land of Limn, where Lottie Fiske has escaped the murderous Southerly king for a while—but other perils are hard on her heels. War is coming to the beautiful world of magic that Lottie has come to love. Events are pushing her to the North, where many answers—about her parents, about her abilities, about this world and others—await. But the road to the north is full of dangers, and so are the answers. Likened to the works of E. Nesbit, Frances Hodgson Burnett, and C. S. Lewis, K. E. Ormsbee's vividly imagined world will appeal to readers who have been down the rabbit hole or through the wardrobe, and to anyone who has ever been braver than they thought they were.

The Doorway And The Deep

PRESS HERE, MIX IT UP!, LET'S PLAY! and now SAY ZOOP! Collect all four interactive books from Hervé Tullet! Make some noise! Shout "OH!" Whisper "oh!" Say "Zoop"? Yes! "Zoop!" "Zoop!" "Zoop!" The newest book from Hervé Tullet magically responds with bursts of color and moving shapes, empowering children by letting their imaginations liberate and direct each page's reaction. Tullet's books define the genre of participatory bookmaking, encouraging readers to explore and interact with the physical book in all its dimensions. The reward is tremendous: a journey of whimsy and sheer fun that extends well beyond the book's pages. In this worthy and exhilarating companion to the bestselling trio launched with Press Here, Tullet's beloved dots will have readers literally "Ooh"-ing and "Ahh"-ing out loud in a happy collective encore.

Say Zoop!

Adventure Time meets The Good Place in this zany-yet-philosophical graphic novel buddy comedy about the unlikely friendship between Death, a grim reaper who's never had a friend, and Sparkles, The Last Unicorn, a celebrity influencer who is somehow immune to Death's touch. Being Death is no way to live. Sure, you're all-powerful, but collecting souls involves a ton of paperwork, and it's impossible to have friends when everything you touch instantly dies. Being Sparkles the Last Unicorn isn't as fun as you'd imagine, either. Maybe it seems like the whole world wants to be your bestie, but really people just want you to pose with them for selfies, or use you to help them sell stuff. Everything changes when Death and Sparkles meet and realize they might just be one another's first chance at a real friend. But before they can even enjoy the bromance, the whole world starts freaking out about this unlikely pair. Will fame or BFFdom prevail? Laugh-out-loud hilarious, gently philosophical, and full of delightfully zany exuberance, this buddy comedy turns friendship on its head—literally—and will have readers believing in the power of cupcakes for breakfast and cosmic camaraderie. HILARIOUS BUDDY COMEDY: Move over, Wayne and Garth! Move over, Beavis and Butthead! Readers will love this spin on the classic mismatched BFF dynamic featuring two of the most powerful beings around: the guy in charge of taking everyone's life, and the most magical creature still in existence on Earth. Never have two beings been less alike or more adorable. PERFECT FOR RELUCTANT READERS: With bright, vibrant illustrations, big fun fonts, expressive sound effects throughout, an irreverent spirit, and a heart full of cupcakes, this graphic novel will entice even the most skeptical of young readers. BIG THEMES: Self-awareness; empathy; bravery; commercialism; celebrity influencers; and the courage to stand up for what you believe in, even if that's the hard thing to do—all of these important themes weave throughout the book in subtle ways that will resonate with readers without feeling heavy-handed. THE FIRST ADVENTURE OF MANY: This is the first book in a planned series about the adventures of Death and Sparkles. The next book will be out in Fall 2022! LIKE LIVING IN CANDYLAND: Rob Justus's expressive, vivid art makes readers feel like they're living in Candyland. With tons to see on every page, and countless visual gags per spread, this book will delight graphic novel fans and bring new readers to the genre. Perfect for: 
- Reluctant readers 
- Parents 
- Fans of graphic novels 
- Fans of unicorns 
- Educators

Death & Sparkles

Hands-on learning in literally a new dimension. Now with entire words that are raised, TouchWords boldly extends the groundbreaking TouchThinkLearn range. The unique sensory experience of these books allows readers to associate the tactile shapes of letters with their respective objects, creating meaningful understanding of core vocabulary. Whether it's a bird perched in a nest or a frog squatting on a log, here's an entire menagerie to touch and learn. Each spread introduces new "conversation starters," stretch words to encourage children and their caregivers to explore language and their world together.

Touchwords: Animals

A Parents gift guide pick for 2017! Which elf will build the coolest sleigh for the Christmas ride? SANTA will decide! When the elves discover that Santa’s sleigh is in a terrible state, they let their imaginations go wild—and soon there are sleighs of every kind, inspired by big rigs, motorcycles, zeppelins, and much more! The #1 New York Times bestselling author of Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site and the celebrated illustrator of Michael Chabon’s The Astonishing Secret of Awesome Man team up for spirited vehicular silliness and classic Christmas cheer in this turbo-charged read-aloud destined to become a holiday classic.

The 12 Sleighs Of Christmas

Loved by millions of children, these classic peekaboo books are now gathered together in a boxed set that's ideal for gift giving—and for giving story time an extra dose of fun! Showcasing animals, vehicles, and more, each book in this wildly popular series features colorful pictures and lively, rhyming text that help children predict what is peeking through die-cut windows. Includes Peek-a Who?, Peek-a Zoo!, and Peek-a Choo-Choo!.

Peek-a Who? Boxed Set

The #1 New York Times bestselling team behind Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site returns with the sounds of a construction site as it powers down and says goodnight! Lightly abridged and revised from the original text, this playful board book includes a sound bar with 5 sounds— crunch, vroom, beep, yawn, snore —that bring interactive fun to the setting of the hit picture book.

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Sound Book

"Each train car of softly colored animals has much to look at and point to, even as eyelids grow heavy."— Working Mother
An unabridged board book version of the bestselling hardcover, perfect for small hands: The dream train pulls into the station, and one by one the train cars are loaded: polar bears pack the reefer car with ice cream, elephants fill the tanker cars with paints, tortoises stock the auto rack with race cars, and kangaroos stuff the hopper car with balls (while zebras referee) before settling in for a good night’s sleep.

- Features dreamy illustrations of animals of all shapes and sizes with gentle rhyming text to soothe and relax.

- The board book style is compact and durable so it’s ideal for traveling and reading on-the-go.

- Sherri Duskey Rinker and Tom Litchenheld have worked together to create multiple #1 New York Times Bestsellers consisting of thoughtful storylines paired with compelling illustrations.
Fans of Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site , I Wish You More , and Mighty Mighty Construction Site will also enjoy this sweet bedtime story written for quiet, sleepy moments.

Steam Train  Dream Train

First words are everywhere you look, especially in a house! This visually striking picture book catalogs an impressive array of household items, naming the delightful miscellany that comprises a life. The charming collections are creative and unexpected, providing the sweetest of visual snapshots that reinforce word recognition and understanding. In addition to the everyday kitchen, living room, and garden items, there are surprising and smart illustrated spreads featuring "everything for resting," "everything for warming up," and "everything that gets lost." Plus, a seek-and-find element (a hiding cat!) offers bonus amusement. Children will savor the delicate illustrations of things they are learning to recognize, things they are discovering every day, and things they will cherish and use as they grow.

Welcome To My House

Meet Baby Reindeer! How does Baby Reindeer stay warm in the frosty weather? What yummy meal does Baby Reindeer find hidden beneath the snow? Follow along as he experiences his world, from playtime to bedtime. Warm illustrations plus a comforting story about the rhythms of a baby reindeer's day make this perfect for the very youngest readers.

Baby Reindeer: Finger Puppet Book

Part of the New York Times bestselling Press Here series by Hervé Tullet!
With hours of creative play, Draw Here: An Activity Book features more than 135 pages brimming with activities for young readers to see things differently.
From solving a maze, matching up similarly colored dots, or growing a whole village of dot people, this book is packed with hours of learning fun.

- Tullet's signature bold dots bounce, spin, and splatter across spread after spread 
- Invites kids to grab a crayon and fill in, connect, decorate, and above all, reimagine the dots 
- Opens eyes and minds to playful and creative thinking
Experiment, play, and draw—but most of all, just have fun—inside and outside the box with this innovative activity book.
Perfect for little hands, this interactive book brilliantly communicates the foundations of whimsical imagination to readers ages 5 to 6 years old.

Draw Here

Books 1-3 from The New York Times bestselling Ivy & Bean series. "Introduce independent readers to the award-winning Ivy & Bean series with this boxed set containing the first three books about two spunky second graders." — Seira Wilson, Amazon Editor Meet Ivy and Bean, two friends who never meant to like each other: Ivy and Bean are very different. Bean is loud and wild and goofy. She loves to be involved in games and poke her nose in other people's business. Ivy is quiet and full of ideas. She spends most of her time learning how to be a witch. Each girl thinks the other one is weird. Each girl thinks she could never be friends with the other. But sometimes opposites can become the best of friends because they're opposites! Ivy & Bean's Secret Treasure Box —which includes the first three books in the series—is a delightful introduction to these spunky characters and includes a secret treasure-hiding box with a cool surprise inside! 
- Book 1: Ivy & Bean : Both girls were sure they would never like each other, but when Bean finds herself in a pickle, Ivy helps out with a magical spell. 
- Book 2: Ivy & Bean and the Ghost that Had to Go : When Ivy discovers a ghost in the girls bathroom at school, she needs Bean's help to get rid of it as quickly as possible. 
- Book 3: Ivy & Bean Break the Fossil Record : The girls set out to prove that they broke a record and are in fact the youngest paleontologists in the world. 
- Annie Barrows is the bestselling author of books for both children and adults including the Ivy & Bean series which has more than 5 million copies in print. Fans of the Junie B. Jones, Magic Tree House, and Princess in Black series will love the hilarious adventures of best friends Ivy and Bean. A classroom favorite, Ivy and Bean have been keeping kids laughing — and reading — for more than a decade.

Ivy & Bean Treasure Box (books 1-3)

The #1 New York Times bestseller now available in board book! An unabridged board book version of the bestselling, best-beloved hardcover, perfect for small hands! Even the roughest, toughest readers will want to turn off their engines, rest their wheels, and drift to sleep with this sweet and soothing story. Vibrant illustrations and gentle rhyming text make this a surefire bedtime favorite for truck-crazy kids everywhere.

Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site Board Book

An empowering tale for all kids, Reading Beauty features fun, rhyming text, loveable characters, and a heartwarming ending that will keep young minds entertained. An irrepressible fairy tale retelling that is sure to charm readers of all ages: When a fairy's curse—a deathlike sleep via paper cut—threatens to make her kingdom barren of books, it's up to space princess Lex to break the spell and bring books back to her people. Set in the universe of the acclaimed Interstellar Cinderella, this empowering bedtime story for girls will entice young readers with its brave heroine, star-studded setting, and hilarious, heartwarming happy ending. 
- Features brightly colored illustrations with impressive details that bring the storyline to life and keep readers engaged 
- Encourages young girls to stand up for what they believe in while reminding them that their positive actions can truly make an impact 
- Deborah Underwood is the author of Interstellar Cinderella and many other books for children, including the New York Times bestsellers Here Comes the Easter Cat, The Quiet Book, and The Loud Book 
- Meg Hunt is the illustrator of Interstellar a printmaker, educator, and all-around maker of things. She was also the recipient of the 2015 Society of Illustrators Gold Medal Award for her contribution to the Illustrators 58 exhibition Fans of Grown-Ups Never Do That and A Girl, a Racoon, and the Midnight Moon will also enjoy the fantastical storyline and captivating imagery found in Reading Beauty. 
- Great read-aloud book for classroom and families 
- Books for kids ages 6-8 
- Children's books for early elementary school students

Reading Beauty

The bestselling and much-loved Mama, Do You Love Me? and its tender companion, Papa, Do You Love Me? are paired in this boxed set of board books, perfect for a new generation of families. Accompanied by beautiful watercolor illustrations and reassuring texts, these heartwarming stories share a universal message: that a parent's love is everlasting and unconditional.