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Celebrate the traditions and winter holidays of your favorite American Girl characters with this enchanting advent calendar.With the American Girl Pop-Up Advent Calendar, counting down to Christmas has never been so magical! Open the cover of this captivating collectible to reveal a stunning pop-up holiday tree standing above 25 compartments filled with displayable ornaments featuring 12 of your favorite American Girl characters and their cherished animal companions, from Melody's pet dog Bo to Samantha's teddy bear. Also included is a 28-page softcover guidebook containing fascinating facts about iconic American Girls throughout history—and the ways in which they celebrate the season. POP-UP TREE Like magic, a 12" tree pops up when the covers are opened! A fun activity and adorable holiday decoration. 25+ SURPRISES Behind each door is an American Girl ornament to add to the tree every day from December 1st-25th! BONUS BOOK INCLUDED: The 28-page companion guide provides an entertaining and informative look at the winter holiday traditions of 12 American Girl characters     START A NEW TRADITION This sturdy advent calendar can be enjoyed year after year as a countdown and holiday decoration      A PERFECT STOCKING STUFFER Recall fond memories of beloved American Girl characters with each ornament COMPLETE YOUR COLLECTION: American Girl Holiday Baking, American Girl Coloring Journal and American Girl My Holiday Cookbook Collection also available

Enjoy the vibrant summer season with all your senses and take advantage of nature's beautiful buffet with 75 plant-based recipes and tips from food and wellness expert Virpi Mikkonen.Summer is to be celebrated, not only for the change of pace but for the vibrant, fragrant, and bountiful selection of flowers, herbs, and vegetables in full season. In Full Bloom, author and health coach Virpi Mikkonen invites readers to experience her family's favorite Scandinavian recipes that celebrate the taste and feel of summer with 75 easy-to-make plant-based recipes in addition to simple nature-inspired wellness tips to incorporate into your daily life to give you a natural summer glow. Whether it's a morning bowl of Golden Glow Bircher Muesli to begin the day, an 8-Veggie Garden Pasta for a weekend brunch, a refreshing Strawberry Basil Salad with Dandelion Bread Rolls for lunch, or a late-afternoon Clover Ice Tea break, Full Bloom will have you savoring summer flavors all season long. 75 RECIPES AND TIPS: From breakfast and brunch dishes to lunch, snacks, and cordials, a large array of recipes will break the monotony of summer cooking PLANT-BASED COOKING: All recipes are plant-based and use easy-to-find, fresh, and natural ingredients SEASONAL SUMMER DISHES: Using summer wildflowers and wild herbs, recipes abound using creative ways to incorporate foraged finds that will impress guests WELLNESS TIPS: Also included are healthy summer wellness tips that can be used all year long, such as a Pampering Foot Soak with pine needles and birch leaves and Honey Face Masks

Impress your friends, family, and coworkers with fascinating facts about favorite TV shows and test your own TV trivia knowledge with dozens of challenging and entertaining quizzes. Did you know... Succession relies on "e;wealth consultants"e; to ensure authenticity on how the richest of the rich live?A fan of The Office, after recalling the episode where Steve Carell's character arranges a (disastrous) CPR training session, successfully performed CPR on an unconscious stranger?Fraggle Rock was the first American TV series broadcast in Russia?Learn the stories behind these obscure TV tidbits and much more! With fun trivia, challenging quizzes, and log pages for your own lists, Mental Floss: The Curious Viewer Ultimate Quiz and Trivia Book will become as indispensable for your next binge-watch as your remote control. DOZENS OF FUN AND CHALLENGING QUIZZES: Test your TV knowledge with quizzes like "e;Two Degrees Of"e; your favorite celebrities, and "e;Match the Quote to the Simpsons Character"e;TRIVIA ABOUT MORE THAN 100 TV SHOWS: Get the inside scoop, fascinating facts, and mind-boggling trivia on the greatest shows from the past 20 years, from serious dramas such as Law and Order to seriously funny comedies like Ted LassoMAKE IT YOUR OWN: Dozens of pages with fill-in lists, such as "e;Shows I Want to Binge"e; and "e;My Favorite TV Quotes"e; to "e;Shows I Started but Never Finished"e; and "e;My Favorite Shows of All Time"e;

Covering everything from choosing the right bike and rules of the road, to maintenance and customization, this practical guide is a must-have for every bike owner from beginner to advanced.Fix a flat, winterize your bike, try a road race, and more. This is your guide to everything you might need to enjoy the sport of cycling in one comprehensive manual. Find your perfect bike, customize your ride without spending a fortune, learn to do your own repairs and maintenance, ride with confidence whether in traffic or on the trail, and participate in races, cyclocross, and other biking activities. PRACTICAL EXPERT ADVICE Bicycle Times magazine reaches hundreds of thousands of "everyday cyclists." Their mission is to make cycling fun and accessible for everyone: families, commuters, travelers, and weekend warriors included. CYCLE WITH CONFIDENCE Filled with practical, wheels-on-the-ground tips, this book will make you a safer and smarter rider. Never fear getting stranded by the roadside without the tools or know-how to fix your ride. CYCLING BASICS, RIDING SKILLS, AND ADVENTURES! A complete breakdown of essential cycling information from choosing the correct bike to suit your needs to understanding the drive train, terrain tips, rules of the road, and more. Learn everything you need to get the most out of your two-wheeled adventure. REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE Tips and education on how to repair and maintain your bike. Learn to fix a flat, perform a basic tune-up, change brakes, and everything else you may encounter in keeping your bicycle ready when you are.

OVER 75 BAKING RECIPES: Classic and contemporary recipes will inspire home cooks with beloved classics and fresh favorites to share with family and friends. HOLIDAYS ALL YEAR: Recipes span holidays throughout the year, making this book ideal for all seasons and occasions. BAKING GUIDES: Baking for Every Season includes accessible baking guides for home cooks of all skill levels with instructions and ideas for decorating, personalizing, and ensuring perfect results.

A perfect cookbook set for the emerging chef (and American Girl fan) in your family. Includes paperback copies of American Girl Holiday Baking, American Girl Cookies, and American Girl Cupcakes. From tender Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes, to gorgeous Galaxy Star Cookies, to shareable Mixed Nut Brittle, the more than 120 recipes inspire chefs to make yummy treats for friends and family. This set not only helps young chefs and bakers develop their culinary skills with simple instructions, full-color photography, and guides to mastering basic kitchen skills, but creates experiences to last a lifetime.  A perfect cookbook set for the budding baker and American Girl fan. From tender Mini Strawberry Cheesecake Cupcakes, to gorgeous Galaxy Star Cookies, to shareable Mixed Nut Brittle, the more than 120 recipes inspire chefs to make yummy treats for friends and family.

Avoid expensive salons and spas with this guide to making more than 150 effective, DIY cosmetics in the comfort of your own home. Forget paying big bucks at a spa, or slathering on overpriced ';mystery cream' that contains who knows what. Make your own fresh, organic, and effective spa, skincare, hair-maintenance, and cosmetics recipes at home with these 50 beautiful, tried-and-tested tutorials, brought to you by the popular DIY beauty and wellness website Hello Glow. Stephanie believes the journey to well-being can -and should!- be simple and beautiful, natural and stylish. Which is why her site is the trusted destination for organic wellness, nutrition, and skincare ideas. From masks of all flavors and for all skin types, to soothing bath oils and invigorating scrubs, and from treats for your tresses to beauty-boosting DIY cosmetics, Hello Glow has you covered. Featuring a collection of favorites from her site and all-new ideas that Stephanie has cooked up from scratch, Hello Glow readers will discover great new ways to freshen up their face, body, and hair. Enjoy recipes like Whipped Green Tea Moisturizer, Creamy Marsala Lip Gloss, Homemade Fennel Toner, Green Smoothie Detox Body Wrap, Grapefruit Cellulite Scrub, Homemade Natural Sunscreen, Rosemary-Guinness Volumizing Hair Rinse, Blackberry Mask for Your Tresses, DIY Dry Shampoo, and so many more. Start your journey to a healthier life and look with this all-inclusive guide to natural beauty!

Declutter your home into Instagram-worthy perfection with expert storage solutions, space-saving methods, and organization strategies.Say goodbye to the clutter with 365 Quick & Easy Tips: Home Organization. It's time to tackle your mess and take back every square foot of your home by applying just one, easy organization step a day in each of the 21 most common home spaces, including kitchens, offices, living rooms, guest areas, baby and kids' rooms, entryways, hallways, utility spaces, garages, closets, and pet areas. Whether you live in a tiny urban apartment or a sprawling suburban home, this book will help you fall back in love with your space. 365 Quick & Easy Tips: Home Organization walks you through all you need to store your belongings, save space, and get rid of things you no longer need. Learn to organize your pantry, keep seasonal items in designated places, and properly display keepsakes. 365 TIPS: Discover a practical, easy-to-do organizing tip for every day of the year! TWENTY-ONE ZONES: Tackle clutter by establishing 21 distinct zones in your home, such as the pantry, basement, kitchen, kids' room, and bathroom. INSPIRING IMAGES: Filled with stunning and aspirational images of organized spaces that anyone can achieve. CLEAR STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS: Checklists, detailed illustrations, and expert tips help you become and stay organized. COMPLETE YOUR SERIES COLLECTION: Take your home organization to the next level with The Complete Book of Clean and The Complete Book of Home Organizing.

This unique keepsake box and journal set is destined to become a treasured gift that any grandfather will be delighted to share with his beloved grandchildren.The perfect gift for both grandfather and grandchild, this keepsake box and journal set is an ideal way to capture treasured memories, stories, photos and other keepsakes. The set includes: • Keepsake cigar-style box with velvet lined box interior to protect and preserve treasured keepsakes or jewelry. • Beautifully illustrated and designed 144-page Memories Journal designed to capture and preserve a grandfather's unique life story. • Coordinating 32-page Treasures Notebook with space to capture the stories and significance of keepsakes store in the box. • Archival paper envelope to store documents and photos.

Travel back in time to a world millions of years before humans to become a dinosaur spotter. Are you ready to meet the most awesome beasts of all time? Step into a prehistoric world where dinosaurs rule the land. This spotter’s guide gives you the essential information on what to look out for as you roam the ancient continents. There are more than 160 different dinosaurs to spot, including the latest discoveries. An A-Z fact file makes this book very easy to use. There are top tips to keep you safe, hundreds of facts and figures, and a pronunciation guide for each dinosaur.

The best-selling eco-friendly guides to cleaning and organizing your home, from Toni Hammersley of a Bowlful of Lemons, together in one box set.Organize your house in a clutter-free, design-conscious way with practical storage solutions, secret space-saving methods, and expert strategies. The Complete Book of Home Organization includes a 15-week total home organization challenge to cover every square foot, including guest areas, baby and kids’ rooms, utility spaces and garages, entryways and offices, patios and decks, closets and pet areas. The Complete Book of Clean helps you establish routines, make schedules, and DIY green cleaning solutions to help keep every area of your home neat, safe and spotless. Tackle every mess, stain, and dust-magnet—all while being friendly to the environment and keeping toxic chemicals out of your home. Step-by-step instructions, detailed illustrations, and handy checklists make cleaning and organizing your home, from the basement to the attic, easier than you ever thought possible.

Practice mindfulness with the American Girl historical characters in this engaging coloring and activity book that introduces calming techniques.Experience mindful concentration by coloring intricate and calming designs inspired by the worlds of the American Girl historical characters, including clothing patterns, cultural arts and crafts, and other familiar objects from their lives. With inspirational activities focused on gratitude, self-care, and personal affirmations, American Girl: Mindful Coloring and Activities embraces the world of American Girl and extends the experience of imaginative play through relaxing art techniques.  INSPIRING CHARACTERS: With patterns inspired by the lives and eras of Kit, Kaya, Addy, Julie and more, kids will engage with their favorite American Girl characters in a whole new way.      75+ COLORING PAGES: Dozens of detailed pages offer mindful coloring opportunities, along with activities that extend the experience beyond the page and into everyday life.   MINDFUL ACTIVITIES: Games and meditations throughout the book will introduce kids to relaxation techniques they can use long after they’ve finished coloring the pages.  CREATIVE EXPRESSION: A great way to express individuality through the art of coloring.  FAMILIAR FRIENDS: Learning new things is always more fun when doing it with the beloved characters in the American Girl line.

The Mini Museum is a collection of treasures gathered from across space and time shared by tens of thousands of people in more than 120 countries. Each item in the collection is a story connected to a childhood dream of sharing all the wonders the universe has to offer while bringing all of us closer together. In this book, the Mini Museum team shares the stories of real objects that have shaped our very existence across billions of years of history. Beginning with the birth of our solar system and the very building blocks of life, you'll explore our dynamic planet, from the constant shifting of continents to dramatic and violent upheavals, which have changed the course of all life again and again. You'll visit mighty civilizations with cultures spanning millennia, as well as modern symbols of creativity and innovation, and the march of humanity as we reach toward the stars. Every item is photographed and presented in detail. There are also wild tales of adventure as the crew travels the world and prepares one of the most complex collections ever assembled.

Stunning photography, cool activities, vibrant stickers, and a gigantic wall poster make learning fun!Walk on the wild side to discover the stranger side of the animal kingdom. From hairless guinea pigs and ballooning puffer fish to huge-eyed bushbabies and brain-like sponges, you’ll meet some of the most amazing creatures on Earth! Have fun completing the activity pages packed with mazes, find the differences, word searches, sticker scenes and more. And don’t forget to put the giant pull-out poster on your bedroom wall!

A POPULAR WEB PARTNER: Since 2011, HowToBeADad.com has provided a humorous perspective on fatherhood, parenthood, and marriage, with a range of tips and advice, instructions, and no shortage of amusement by way of "e;My Kid Just Said..."e; "e;My Wife Just Said..."e; and many other categories, including an ever-growing list of Dad Jokes that are among the most memorable on the internet. As active promo partners, they will leverage their 1 million social followers and extensive media network. The site's success is down to its engagement and shareability of memes. Content has been shared on HuffPo, Parenting, Reddit, Yahoo, NYT, Babycenter, Funny or Die, Chicago Tribune among others. MASSIVE GENRE POPULARITY: Dad Jokes have exploded in popularity in recent years. Top Social pages dedicated to Dad Jokes boast over 100m social followers combined. PORTABLE AND AFFORDABLE: Printed in a softbound format, Dad Jokes: Hall of Shame is perfect for gift-giving: birthdays, holidays, and especially Father's Day.

A companion volume to the bestselling Grandfather's Journal, Grandfather's Words of Wisdom is a fun, rewarding, and easy-to-complete journal to convey lifelong experiences and life-lessons to future generations in the family. Each copy is destined to become a much treasured legacy item.Specially suited to passing to children, grandchildren, or other family members, this journal gives the writer a means to organize their thoughts and craft advice for their loved ones. The journal provides useful, resonant prompts such as "What I wish I'd known when I was your age," "What I've learned in my life and can pass on," "The Top 10 things I've learned in life," "What to look for in a partner or when dating." The latest in Weldon Owen's line of guided journals, which have sold over 150,000 copies to date, this journal provides a beautiful home for a grandfather's wisdom. While the Grandfather's Journal is focused on recording biographical data, Grandfather's Words of Wisdom is the place to capture thoughts, reflections, mediations, and life experiences in a more expansive way.

A journal specifically tailored to suit the needs of a gardener, whether for making notes on planting or weeding, or sketching an illustration of a favored plant.Specially formatted for gardening, this journal provides the space the writer needs to record anything and everything they wish to about their gardening, with bulleted journal pages for writing, space for sketches, or freeform notes, and other elements to guide the writer's note-taking and illustration.

Wow your friends and family with delectable baked goods, from everyday recipes for breakfast and brunch, to holiday treats and showstopping celebration desserts!  Be a hero at home or the next group gathering when you serve one of the over 120 delicious recipes in Williams Sonoma Baking Favorites, the essential collection of favorite recipes for homemade treats. From holiday classics like Buche de Noel and Popovers, to kid-friendly treats such as Cinnamon Monkey Bread and Chocolate Chip Banana Bread, to contemporary desserts including Bourbon Pumpkin Cheesecake and Champagne and Raspberry Mini Layer Cakes, the easy-to-follow recipes, expert tips, and beautiful photography will inspire home cooks to expand their baking repertoire and create delicious goodies for any occasion throughout the year.

This approachable, family-friendly vegan cookbook from the husband and wife team of acclaimed chef, Blair Warsham, and culinary writer, Carolyn Warsham, is for anyone looking to explore more delicious plant-based eating at home.  In this exceptional collection of plant-forward meals, chef Blair Warsham and his wife Carolyn Warsham, an acclaimed culinary writer, bring 90 original recipes designed to help families transition to healthier eating. With a focus on high-flavor recipes that are easily accessible for home cooks, the authors share their expertise for bringing more plants into every meal and extol a diet that’s rich with vegetables, fruits, beans, and whole grains.   Visually striking and delicious tasting, the recipes will appeal to a wide range of palates and include fresh twists on favorite foods like Green Forest Pizza, Lemon Agave Cheesecake, and Beet Poke, along with updated classics from ceviche to chilaquiles. This modern cookbook—from an omnivore who values eating plants in a way that doesn’t require drastic lifestyle changes—offers a turnkey solution for individuals and families who are curious about evolving their diets but don’t want to give up the dishes, and drinks, they love.  

A manual for the modern hunter-gatherer that will teach you everything you need to know about foraging, hunting, and cooking in the wild. From finding wild edible plants to subsistence hunting, you'll learn how to live off the land while hunting like a caveman-and eating like a king. With high-quality design, intricate detail, and a durable flexicover, this manual is the perfect addition to any outdoor enthusiast's library. Whether you're using modern tools, old-fashioned snares, or your own two hands, this book will show you the amazing range of hands-on (literally!) methods for catching and cooking your prey. Use the detailed field guides to gather edible plants, nuts, and mushrooms, then turn them into gourmet meals with field-tested camp cooking tips. And prepare for any emergency, whether you're lost in the woods or surviving a natural disaster. This book demystifies it all, with simple hints and step-by-step illustrations to make you a self-sufficient survivor-in your backyard or in the wild.

Bring the spa to you, with 75 all-natural, DIY ways to nourish your skin—and yourself.Pamper yourself at home with these easy-to-do, all-natural treatments for facials and skin treatments for every skin type. From flax seeds to coconut oil, from grapefruit to lavender, these DIY spa recipes provide a little bit of affordable indulgence to enjoy anywhere, any time.  Stephanie Gerber, the founder and editor of the natural beauty haven Hello Glow, walks you through simple, accessible recipes that you truly can do yourself. Hello Gorgeous features rejuvenating masks, exfoliating scrubs, refreshing creams, and so much more in a beautifully photographed and gorgeously designed book.

Planet-friendly recipes inspired by noted global activist Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, provide readers with a user-friendly call-to-action to improve human and environmental health and improve wellbeing for other animals alike. "Every day, slowly but surely, we the people are helping to change the world." For the health of humankind, the environment, and the animals that inhabit it, the Jane Goodall Institute presents this collection of recipes to illustrate the how and why of plant-based eating. Crafted especially for curious consumers looking to incorporate healthier dietary practices, those interested in environmental sustainability and animal welfare, and for fans of Jane Goodall's work, this collection of 80 vegan, accessible recipes gives home cooks the tools they need to take charge of their diet and take advantage of their own ability to make a difference in their communities and beyond. Along with colorful food photography, quotes from Dr. Goodall interspersed throughout transform this plant-based staple into an inspiring guide to reclaiming our broken food system: for the environment, for the animals, and for ourselves. If you're interested in plant-based diets and/or are passionate about taking action on behalf of the planet we share, this book has the information and inspiration you need to make meaningful mealtime choices. Dr. Jane Goodall, a longtime plant-based activist and a passionate advocate for animals, invites us along with her organization, the Jane Goodall Institute, to commit to a simple promise with the campaign #EatMeatLess.

An exploration into the culinary identity of eastern Europe through stunning food and travel photography, interspersed with stories and memories of tiny buildings called summer kitchens.In this new cookbook from award-winning author Olia Hercules, explore the diversity of Ukraine's cuisine and heritage through the alluring window of summer kitchens-small structures alongside the main house where people cook and preserve summer fruits and vegetables for the winter months. Featuring 100 superb recipes, a gorgeous collection of food and lifestyle images, and evocative personal narrative, Hercules illustrates how the region's cuisine varies as much as the landscapes, climate, and produce.

Step-by-step instructions on achieving dozens of popular hair dye effects, featuring guidance on highlights and hologram hair. Ash Fortis is the founder of XO Hair Lab.

Everything you need for enjoying the sport of cycling, from finding your perfect bike to customizing your ride without spending a fortune, learning to do your own repairs and maintenance, ride with confidence in traffic or on any road or trail, to participating in races, cyclocross, and other biking activities.You never forget how to ride a bike . . . but do you know how to get a great deal on a used bike (and avoid getting ripped off!), set up your commuter bike for optimal safety (without sacrificing fun), plan the perfect family ride for kids of all ages, and train for your first endurance ride? Bicycle Times magazine reaches hundreds of thousands of “everyday cyclists”—riders who care more about having a great ride than spending a year’s salary on a tricked-out racing bike. Their mission is to make cycling fun and accessible for everyone . . . families, commuters, travelers, and weekend warriors included. This book is the one practical manual every cyclist should have—right next to the toolbox or stashed in a pannier. A quick but comprehensive intro chapter on finding the right bike for every need (and why so many cyclists are sure they need one of each!), which includes detailed information on what to look for in a new or used bike, when to pay a little more for components, and where you can economize creatively. Filled with practical, wheels-on-the-ground tips, this book will make you a better rider, take you places you never thought you’d go, and make sure you never get stranded by the roadside without the tools or know-how to fix your ride. Cycling Basics Choose the right Bike for You Customize Your Ride Your Helmet Can Save Your Life Dress for Any Weather Clipless Pedals and Cycling Shoes—Yes or No? Understand the Drive Train Give Me a Brake Find a Fixie Try an E-Bike Ride the Road Take to the Trails Cruisers and Fat Bikes Bikes for Kids Riding Skills and Adventures Fit Your Bike to Your Body Make Simple Adjustments Brake Confidently Use Your Gears for Maximum Efficiency Know the Rules of the Road Use GPS and Fitness Apps Bike for Fitness Commute in Comfort Ride a Bike in a Dress Pedal in Any Shoes (Including Stilettos!) Dominate Trail Rides Get Off Road Try Cyclocross Get Around Town Lock It Up Seek Out a Velodrome Try a Road Race Train for Endurance Rides Ride with the Family Take a Bike Vacation Ride in the Rain Ride in Snow Repair and Maintenance Buy the Tools You Need Do a Basic Tune-Up Fix a Flat Fix a Blowout True a Wheel Change a Bottom Bracket Replace Brake Cables Switch Out Your Brakes Shim a Seat Pimp Your Ride Cut Down a Basket Troubleshoot a Headset Install Racks Keep Everything Greased Up Do Emergency Repairs Pack a Touring Toolkit Winterize Your Bike

The Beauty of Order in the Animal Kingdom