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"Masala Farm" is a memoir about a city boy who absconds to a country roost. Indian author Suvir Saran's move from NYC to a farm in upstate New York, where he raises livestock and grows much of his own food. The recipes, organised by season, include classic rustic American recipes made from the fruit of his land and livestock, as well as dishes that speak to Saran's Indian heritage. Memoir, essays, tips, and gorgeous photography frame the recipes.

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Over the past 15 years, photographer Autumn de Wilde and Beck Hansen's friendship and collaboration have yielded a body of work every bit as playful, innovative, and lyrical as his music. This beautifully designed volume, created in collaboration with Beck himself collects the best of these amazing photographs, including images documenting the recording of his seminal album "Mutations"; gorgeous photo sessions informed by surrealism, 'Dada, Op Art', and other creative tangents; and, more intimate portraits.

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Part of our NRDC publishing program, this book presents the true stories of 12 people from across the United States, Canada, and Mexico who have done great things for the environment. Heroes include a teenage girl who figured out how to remove an industrial pollutant from the Ohio River, a Mexican superstar wrestler who works to protect turtles and whales, and a teenage boy from Rhode Island who helped his community and his state develop effective e-waste recycling programs. Heroes are of a variety of ages and racial/ethnic backgrounds, and the stories feature plenty of visuals - both photos and illustration.

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Filled with 240 peel-and-stick labels and stickers made especially for crafters, this handy portfolio offers the perfect way to personalise homemade gifts and projects, organise around the home, or enliven any correspondence.

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This holiday season, Anna Getty - environmental advocate, writer, heiress, television personality, chef, mother, and organic living expert - helps families reduce their carbon footprint without sacrificing style or tradition. In "I'm Dreaming of a Green Christmas", Anna advises on how to best choose a tree (real or fake?), mitigate the negative effects of necessary travel, organize and recycle post-holiday, and more. She shares her favorite holiday craft projects and entertaining ideas: pinecone wreaths and recycled sweater pillows become beloved homemade gifts, while organic appetizers make for healthy and stress-less entertaining. With inspiring photographs, extensive resources, and advice from William McDonough, Seventh Generation's Jeffrey Hollender, and other leading eco experts, families might just find that these tips help them stay green all year long - the perfect New Year's resolution.

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A Netflix Original Film Series A New York Times Bestselling Series Over 8 Million Copies Sold It's the Science Fair, and the second grade is all over it! Some kids are making man-eating robots. Some kids are holding their breath for a very, very long time. Some kids are doing interesting things with vacuum cleaners. The theme, obviously, is global warming. But what should Ivy and Bean do? Something involving explosions? Or ropes? Somethingwith ice cubes? Or maybe . . . maybe something different .

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SALES HANDLE: Ever year, Christmas cookie exhanges are more popular. This is the essential guie, with 120 recipes for all skill levels as well as tips for decorating, packaging and exchanging cookies. * This book fills a gap in the market since many of the cookie exchange books are in the form of pamphlets or smaller how-to guides without tips, recipes, or photos. * Many online articles are dedicated to cookie exchanges: 119,000 found articles on google -that'sthespirit.com - Host a Holiday Cookie Exchange -creativehomemaking.com - how to Host a Cookie Exchange in 10 Easy Steps -cookieexchange.com -about.com:entertaining - How to Host a Cookie Exchange * Published Articles: Washington Post- Cookies: Fudgy, Nutty, Fruity, More (and Less): Here's How to Bake Dazzlers by the Dozens (Dec. 12, 2007) * Barbara Grunes, coauthor of this book, was author of Best Bakesale Ever, with net sales of 16K.

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Originally published in 1999, "The Tra Vigne Cookbook" celebrated the acclaimed restaurant of the same name located in the heart of California's Napa Valley. With up and coming chef, Michael Chiarello at the helm, the food was a delicious convergence of well-being, friends, family, the earth, and it's bounty. This glorious volume includes personal stories, detailed descriptions of how to make the food and how to choose ingredients, and a real sense of Chiarello's personal philosophy of life as it relates to cooking and feeding those you love. The book is divided into three sections. First there are the four seasonal sections, which feature several "star ingredients" and simple recipes using them. Second, Chiarello shares some of his signature recipes adapted from the Tra Vigne kitchen. Finally, there is a "Pantry" section, which advises on essential items to have in the kitchen and recipes for stocks, sauces, pasta doughs, and other staples used throughout the book.

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The dinosaur fossils in the museum come to life (and sing, dance, and eat gingerbread) in this fun twist on the classic poem "Twas the Night Before Christmas!". This rollicking tale is a great Christmas treat for dinosaur fans young and old. And with the enclosed CD, readers can enjoy dinosaur-themed Christmas party music, and hear the story read aloud, too!

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Before Jacques Cousteau became an internationally known oceanographer and champion of the seas, he was a curious little boy. In this lovely biography, poetic text and gorgeous paintings combine to create a portrait of Jacques Cousteau that is as magical as it is inspiring.

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This keepsake box holds an assortment of more than 100 multipurpose peel-and-stick labels, featuring the beautiful designs of the UK design team Sukie. In a variety of shapes, sizes, and colours, these versatile labels will beautify correspondence, add flair to gift-giving, and inspire household organizing.

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Walking home late one night from a party, Napa Valley restaurant owner Sunny McCoskey happens upon the shocking sight of a murdered woman, bound and hanging from the tree of a local vineyard. Shortly before, she'd seen a truck leaving a local winery, driving without its headlights on. Was it the murderer? And did the murderer see her as well? Sunny McCoskey's investigation takes the professional chef and amateur sleuth across the paths of a whole new array of colorful characters and suspects, including a hardy contingent of Northern California surfers and a shady community of houseboaters.

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No cookie-cutter weddings here! In this, the first-ever comprehensive do-it-yourself guidebook, brides will find everything they need to know to pull off a gorgeous, personalized celebration. With how-to information on flowers, invitations, attire, food, the ceremony, and more, The "DIY Wedding" makes it easy to spend less, do good by the environment, and, most important, create an event that is entirely the couple's own. Inspiring ideas, countless resources, budgeting tips, contract templates, plus start-to-finish projects ensure the wedding turns out their way.

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"Cheese and Wine" takes you on an international tour of cheeses with plenty of delightful side trips to explore pairings with wines and themed cheese platter suggestions. From excellent Vermont-made Cheddar to autumnal Rogue River Blue hailing from Oregon to Italy's long-famed Pecorino Toscano to aromatic Brin D'Amour evocative of the Corsican countryside, you're sure to appreciate the delightful balance of textures, flavours, and colours offered between these pages.

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A Netflix Original Film Series A New York Times Bestselling Series Over 8 Million Copies Sold The adventures of Ivy and Bean continue in the latest installment from series creators Annie Barrows and Sophie Blackall. In Ivy and Bean Take Care of the Babysitter , the two girls hatch a plan to prove that Bean's big sister is the world's worst babysitter. Of course plans go awry, but fun ensues!

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A Netflix Original Film Series A New York Times Bestselling Series Over 8 Million Copies Sold World record fever grips the second grade, and soon Ivy and Bean are trying to set their own record by becoming the youngest people to have ever discovered a dinosaur. But how hard is it to find one?

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Do you Sudoku? This addictive logic-based game from Japan involves numbers, and sharpens your concentration and reasoning, but requires no mathematical skills to play. Filled with 200 grids of varying difficulty (100 beginner, 75 easy, and 25 medium), our pocket-sized hardcover notepads include a pencil and are perfect for strategizing on the bus or train. Now that's what we call a smart calculation!

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Award-winning artist Sylvia Long and author Dianna Hutts Aston have teamed up again to create this gorgeous and informative introduction to seeds. Poetic in voice and elegant in design, the book introduces children to a fascinating array of seed and plant facts, making it a guide that is equally at home being read on a parent's lap as in a classroom reading circle.

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An adorable finger puppet peeks through a diecut hole on each page making this book an excellent way to read and play.

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A unique picture book that pairs the vibrant, colourful paintings of Vicent van Gogh with the artist's own words, taken from a letter to his brother Theo. Simple rhyming text intoduces children to the colurful world of art and the concept of colour. This book will appeal to lovers of art of all ages.

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A valentine to the tradition of bridesmaids dresses, You Can Wear it Again is a survey of 50 years of bridal attendant fashion. 90 photos of real-life weddings reveal the crossroads where fashion trends and the bride's fantasies intersect, which could mean packs of wedding attendants done up in anything from floor-length shiny yellow taffeta gowns to full Victorian costume, replete with parasols. Bursting with hundreds of dresses, miles of tulle, acres of flowers and countless floppy hats, You Can Wear It Again is an homage to the bridesmaid experience.

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Features sixty-five recipes for frozen concoctions, including frothy shakes, layered cakes, and stacked ice cream sandwiches.

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Super Smoothies offers 50 recipes for refreshment.

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Hatch Show Print is the first chronicle of this letterpress poster shop that has become an American institution. Copious images of the fabulous posters that this, the oldest letterpress in the United States, display its rich history. Established in 1879 and now owned by the Country Music Foundation, Hatch Show Print preserves the art of traditional printing and has earned a loyal following that continues to this day. With nearly 200 images and historically revealing text, the Hatch story is often told through the experiences of the artists who have worked with the shop: Patsy Cline, Elvis Presley, Hank Williams, REM, and many more. To this day, bands from Nashville to New Orleans to New York can count on Hatch to quickly turn out a bold and distinctive poster that telegraphs the essential who-what-where-and-when with style. A slice of design history that is American as apple pie!

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’Tis the season for a cozy puzzle the whole family can build together: These four individual puzzles connect to create beautifully trimmed tree filled with LEGO® ornaments!Gather your builders around the table for puzzle fun this holiday season! These four individual 100-piece puzzles join together to create a Christmas tree scene brimming with cheer. Packaged in a gift box that looks like a present ready to be placed under the tree, this jolly puzzle celebrates the spirit of collaborative building. It is perfect for puzzle builders 7+ to cherish during the most wonderful time of the year. Work solo or as a team—this holiday puzzle is the perfect winter activity for LEGO fans of all ages. LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks and/or copyrights of the LEGO Group. ©2024 The LEGO Group. All rights reserved.A PUZZLE WITH THE SPIRIT OF COLLABORATIVE BUILDING: Work together and

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Do you go crazy for Cabaret? Sing along to SIX? Get weepy at Wicked? Have fond memories of Phantom? Then this jigsaw puzzle inspired by iconic musicals is made for you! As you connect 1000 pieces to complete the 50 Must-See Musicals Bucket List from Ridley's Games, you'll uncover 50 stage shows from various genres to inspire your next trip to the theatre. With stunning illustrations that represent all-time greats and undeniable underdogs set against the backdrop of a vibrant theatre district, this pitch-perfect gift for musical lovers offers a bucket list of sublime shows you’ll be desperate to see—if you haven’t already! Created for the musical theatre fan or puzzle lover, this jigsaw comes in giftable packaging, and measures H27.6 x W21.7 in / H70 x W55 cm when it’s finished. It’s so beautiful, you’ll want to frame it. At Ridley’s Games, we like to ma

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A prickly twist on the classic game of pick-up sticks! Collect sticks without disturbing the wooden hedgehog to earn points. The player with the highest score when the hedgehog falls is the winner!Roll the die to determine the color you’re playing with, and then ever so gently remove a stick of that color from the bunch. But be very careful because with each stick that’s removed, the balancing hedgehog will become more and more unsteady, and when it drops, the game is over. And there’s an extra prickle! If the die lands on the hedgehog icon, you can invent a rule for the next player to follow on their turn. Something like “Keep one eye closed” or “Sing a song”—it’s totally up to you! Perfect for 2–4 players ages 3 and up, the Hedgehog Prickly Sticks game by Petit Collage develops fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, and an understanding of cause and effect. Ins

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This unique memory-keeping card is for two friends to treasure through the years!Designed to be exchanged again and again, this continuous card is like dozens of greeting cards in one. It travels both ways between besties: Just fill in your first message and give to a friend for a birthday, holiday, or just because. Then, it''s their turn to write and send it back whenever they choose. Celebrate and repeat! As you fill the card, you''ll each be able to read all your messages over time in one place. A handwritten record of the bond you share over the years, this is a keepsake you''ll treasure forever.A PRICELESS TIME CAPSULE: As a collection of messages exchanged between you and your friend, this card becomes a time capsule of your relationship. You''ll both be able to look back on your handwritten notes commemorating milestone events and the meaningful memories you''ve shared over the years-all in one place. It''s like a shoebox full of letters and greeting

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From the acclaimed author of the bestselling Two Minute Mornings (with over 100,000 copies sold!), this calming journal is a quick and easy way to wind down your day, let go of stress, and encourage reflection and good sleeping habits. Establishing a gratitude practice is a simple habit that can have huge positive impacts on your life. Drawn from scientific research, Two Minute Evenings outlines a simple approach to use on your own, with a partner, or with a team or family. Taking just two minutes, it’s a quick and easy reflection that forces your mind to scroll back through the day until you find: A Rose (a highlight, a gratitude, something that went well) A second Rose (another highlight, small win, or simple pleasure) A Thorn (something that didn’t go well) A Bud (something you’re looking forward to—as big as a trip or as small as an afternoon nap)   Create

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Prepare to become a master mixologist with Cocktail Lover's Playing Cards from Ridley's Games!Prepare to become a master mixologist with Cocktail Lover's Playing Cards from Ridley's Games! Across the 54 playing cards, you'll discover recipes for 48 cocktails and information on key ingredients and equipment. Why not enjoy your favorite card games with a cocktail or two? With tempting illustrations of classic cocktails in their signature glasses, this is a great gift for aspiring mixologists, established experts, and fans of the craft. At Ridley's Games, we like to make Good Clean Fun that's as kind to the planet as it can be, so these cards are printed on FSC materials using soy inks and come packaged in an illustrated, portable, and recyclable keepsake tin. Who It's For: Anyone who loves a tipple while they play their favorite game!What's Inside: 54 playing cardsSHUFFLE AND SIP Become a master mixologist with the Cocktail Lover's Playing Cards set from Ridley's Games! With 48 re

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Searching for some '70s nostalgia? Find it here with this funky 1970s Music Trivia set from Ridley's Games!Relive the decade that brought us bell bottoms, lava lamps, and mirror balls. With 40 question cards and two different games to play, all you need to bring is your '70s music knowledge! Time for trivia? Simply divide into two teams and take turns asking the opposing team a question. You can choose whether to play multiple-choice or question-only, depending on how confident your team feels. Want to belt out a tune? Pick a player to sing the lyric line on the card to their team, who must correctly sing the next line back. And if they really want to bogart, they can name the artist and song title for bonus points! Made for people who'd love to relive those disco days, this trivia game is suitable for ages 8+, 2 or more players, and has an average 15-minute gameplay. At Ridley's Games, we like to make Good Clean Fun that's as kind to the planet as it can be, so this is a plastic

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The bestselling One Line a Day journal series has sold over 3 million copies! This bold version of the classic memory keeper features a colorful new design from Pendleton Woolen Mills, one of America''s most beloved heritage brands. More than a daily diary: For those daunted by the idea of keeping a journal or diary, the simple commitment of just One Line a Day is manageable for everyone. This keepsake memory book invites you to capture a single quick line once daily over five years. As you write, the layout allows you to see your highlights and reflections on the same date in previous years. This official Pendleton Woolen Mills version of the One Line a Day journal channels the spirit of adventure for travelers, campers, and all who love the great outdoors. Uniquely rewarding, simple to complete, and presented in a fun, modern package, this journal becomes a time capsule of memories to cherish forever.THE EASI

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Hours of fun await with this Funny Faces Sticker Activity Set. The large foldout features playful, detailed illustrations on both sides. Children can choose from over 100 repositionable stickers to make funny faces and silly scenes. Compact and lightweight, this set is perfect for fun at home and on the go. Sticker activities encourage imaginative play and help develop hand-eye coordination, colour and shape recognition, and fine motor skills.  Made using FSC paper and card and is plastic-free with no lamination.  Suitable for 3 years+ Petit Collage combines a modern aesthetic with environmentally conscious manufacturing to create bold, thoughtful products to delight little ones. We strive to make our products beautiful and fun in equal measure. 

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Bunny, hedgehog, squirrel, and bear are ready to pile up on a bright wooden mushroom—but watch out for the wobbles!  You’ll need a steady hand as you stack woodland creatures in this fun single-player game. The die decides your next move, but it’s up to you to avoid toppling the tower. How many pieces can you stack before your woodland starts to wobble? A small acorn may be simple, but a big brown bear may not be so easy! Plus, with custom rules, you can create a unique twist each time you play.  Suitable for ages 3+ and 2–4 players, it's time for a nature-themed balancing challenge with the Woodland Wobble Stacking Game from Petit Collage! Sorting and stacking these wooden game pieces develops fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, problem-solving, and balancing. Made using FSC materials and packaged using 75% recycled material printed with vegetable inks.  Suitable for 3 ye

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Bunnies, owls, bears, and foxes create this Reveal Puzzle from Petit Collage. Animal toys are always a favorite with little ones, especially with their friendly faces and bright colours. These wooden animal puzzle pieces double as sweet character figures for free play. Little ones can easily grab onto the eight chunky wooden pieces to sort and match the parent-child pairs, developing fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination, problem-solving, and colour and shape recognition. Made using FSC wood and packaged using 75% recycled material printed with vegetable inks.  Suitable for 18 months+ Petit Collage combines a modern aesthetic with environmentally conscious manufacturing to create bold, thoughtful products to delight little ones. We strive to make our products beautiful and fun in equal measure. 

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This hands-on finger puppet kit offers a creative building activity and a great way to learn and practice fundamental social skills. Pretend play gives kids a chance to practice interaction and ways to act out different scenarios.  Creating characters and stories, role-playing, and performing for others helps develop social skills, problem-solving, social-emotional learning, and creative thinking. Made using FSC paper and packaged using 75% recycled material printed with vegetable inks.  Suitable for 4 years+ Petit Collage combines a modern aesthetic with environmentally conscious manufacturing to create bold, thoughtful products to delight little ones. We strive to make our products beautiful and fun in equal measure. 

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The wise words of science fiction icon Octavia E. Butler live on in this beautiful and giftable little volume.“There’s no single answer that will solve all our future problems. There’s no magic bullet. Instead there are thousands of answers—at least. You can be one of them if you choose to be.” Originally published in Essence magazine in the year 2000, Octavia E. Butler’s essay “A Few Rules for Predicting the Future” offers an honest look into the inspiration behind her science fiction novels and the importance of studying history and taking responsibility for our actions if we are to move forward.  Organized into four main rules, this short essay reminds readers to learn from the past, respect the law of consequences, be aware of their perspectives, and count on the surprises. Citing the warning signs of fascism, the illusive effects of fear and wishful thinking, and the unpre

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These 100 Birthday Jokes from Ridley's Games include cheeky puns and sweet silliness that will make you howl with laughter! Packaged in a birthday cake box, they're perfect for entertaining kids and making grown-ups giggle. Suitable for ages 8+, 1+ players, average 15 minutes of fun. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks. Recyclable.JOKES FOR KIDS AND ADULTS - Who doesn't love a good joke? Especially ones that get a party laughing! This collection contains classic jokes you'll want to repeat again and again. PARTY ENTERTAINMENT - Fun for the whole family, this set would be perfect entertainment for a birthday celebration. GREAT GIFT IDEA - Packaged in a delicious-looking birthday cake box, this would make a great gift for the jokesters in your life. It's also perfect for party bags! RIDLEY'S - Ridley's invents exciting, original, quality games and toys to spark imaginations, banish boredom, and open up a world of immense fun. Our games offer players a truly unique experience, with innovative bespoke packaging and gameplay.

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Prepare to be amazed by this magic trick in a book! This is not an ordinary book—it’s a magical one! Lady Rabbit goes beyond pulling a rabbit out of a hat or making herself disappear. For her next act, she will READ YOUR MIND! That's right: You pick a member from the magician's adorable audience—don’t tell which one you’ve chosen—and this book will guess who it is! Inspired by 17th‑century magic books, this interactive game in a book will enchant readers of all ages, compelling them to pick among many intriguing, illustrated characters and play over and over (and over) again. Now, without further ado . . . let the magic show begin! A MAGIC TRICK—AND GAME!—IN A BOOK: This book is pure fun—perfect for fans of Press Here, Bunny Slopes, and Tap the Magic Tree. Turn the pages and prepare to be amazed! Kids will interact with this bo

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A New York Times BestsellerAcclaimed singer-songwriter Maren Morris and former schoolteacher Karina Argow have together written their picture-book debut, Addie Ant Goes on an Adventure. This delightful story of one little ant’s journey for independence while realizing when to ask for help, is set against the backdrop of a vast and abundant garden inhabited by some very helpful insect friends.Addie Ant travels from one garden bed to another on her first solo adventure. As she forges her own path, she gets lost along the way and finds help from her trusted garden pals, Lewis Ladybug, Beatrix Butterfly, and Cleo Cricket, in finding her way back home. A celebration of friendship, this sweet book is a collaboration by renowned, musical artist Maren Morris and former schoolteacher and close friend Karina Argow. Artist Kelly Anne Dalton brings the delightfully written characters to life wi

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Color to your butt's content with this imaginative and hilariously funcoloring and activity book from Val Brains, author-illustrator of TheCat Butt Coloring and Activity Book.The Ultimate Butt Coloring and Activity Book is a celebration of humanity’s best side—the backside, that is. With 45 hilarious butt-tastic coloring scenes and bonus activities, this all-ages coloring book provides countless hours of good laughs and relaxing creativity. Color in an arrangement of butt-shaped desserts, add some flair to a groovy disco butt, or give the awesome faces of Mt. Buttsmore a brand-new look. You can even color your own butt bookmark and make a hangable booty banner to show off! What are you waiting for? Get coloring and leave your stress behind.  SUCCESSFUL AUTHOR: Val Brains, creator of the hit Cat Butt Coloring and Activity Book, 

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Think you're the cat's meow? Be the first feline to collect three treats and win the ultimate spot on the castle for a cat nap! You're in a race to be the first to pounce to win the most highly prized treats. Be on the lookout for matching numbers, matching meows, and, most importantly, treats! Plus, if you're the first to get your hand in the air when the Paws Up card appears, you can take a treat from a fellow feline and move ever closer to that purrfect nap spot. Featuring favourite Disney cats, this game is suitable for 25 players, ages 6+, and has an average 15-minute gameplay. Printed using FSC paper and soy inks.

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