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Like children everywhere, Miyuki's imagination peaks at bedtime, when she remembers all the things she has to do before she can possibly go to bed: she needs to water the vegetables, gather snails, an

Piece together your own colorful collection of vintage cookbook covers with this iconic 1000-piece puzzle from artist Richard Baker. It's a visual feast, and the perfect gift for foodies and book lovers alike.Classic Cookbooks 1000 Piece Puzzle features 42 amazing paintings of beloved classic cookbooks, ranging from the iconic, like The Joy of Cooking, The French Chef Cookbook, and The Edna Lewis Cookbook, to quirkier classics like Fabulous Fondues and Love and Knishes. Each cookbook cover featured in this puzzle is intentionally painted to capture the telltale signs of wear from years of use in the kitchen.This 1000-piece puzzle features high-quality pieces that assemble to 25 x 20 inches, accompanied by a folded, oversize insert of the puzzle image for easy reference and an artist statement.Whether you're a home cook, chef, bibliophile, or puzzle fanatic, you will love piecing your way through decades of cookbook classics and chatting with family or friends about your favorite recipe

Anyone with a small child knows that patience is not a virtue easily won. In this magically illustrated story the young girl Miyuki, who we first met in the critically acclaimed Time for Bed, Miyuki,

A sweet, playful story of animal friendship that will help young readers overcome their fear of the dark and of the unknown. Warm, vibrant illustrations and a great read-aloud story make this picture book perfect for parents teaching their kids to be brave.One evening, Barnaby and his two friends are out for a moonlight stroll in the woods where they live. Although it's peaceful at first, they begin to worry: What was that large shadow? Are those dinosaur tracks on the ground? Is it a witch? Or could it just be another friendly animal on a walk?By confronting their fears and learning to be brave and explore, Barnaby and his friends set a great example for young children who are scared of the dark or whose imaginations run wild. Kids will relate to Barnaby and friends and, through their adventures, learn that they don't have to be afraid of anything!

She Heard the Birds tells the story of pioneering birder and activist Florence Merriam Bailey, whose compassionate approach to nature influenced modern bird-watching and inspired a lasting sense of cu

Piece together your own colorful collection of vintage paperback book covers! Classic Paperbacks 1000 Piece Puzzle features artist Richard Baker''s incredible paintings of beloved real books, includin

While we may look different or come from different places, we are all part of a community, and we all have things in common! All of Us is a distinctive and vibrant picture book, perfect for kids learning about diversity, open-mindedness, self-acceptance, and respect for others. Journey through a diverse and beautiful world, meeting people of all ages and races in all sorts of spaces. From museums and classrooms to the circus and beyond, All of Us is designed with quirky collage-style illustrations that highlight shared spaces in our communities. In these spaces, young readers will encounter all kinds of characters, and through these characters they will learn that we all have things in common. We have shared emotions, like love, hope, fear, and joy. We share experiences, like eating meals, playing music together, or caring for pets. Each upbeat and colorful page is packed with reminders that even when we seem different--and even when we're sometimes far apart--we are all part of a comm

A collection of 60 short prose pieces by best-selling author and design critic Akiko Busch that reflect, in her classic style of observation, on the human condition and offer insights on family, domestic space, and a changing environment. Beautifully illustrated with 20 pieces of watercolor art, this collection makes an inspirational gift.In Everything Else Is Bric-a-Brac, Akiko Busch explores place, memory, and the ambiguities of domestic life. At once thought-provoking, humorous, and meditative, these essays illuminate the emotional resonance of inanimate things; ideas of placement and displacement; the simultaneous frailty and tenacity of human recollection; the beauty of usefulness and uselessness alike; and how we do―and don't―find our place in things.

What do knights in shining armor have to do with slimy snails and porcupines? A lot, actually! Armor & Animals brings together two things kids love to provide an entryway into the world of art. The ar

Embark on an astronomical adventure through the solar system with this whimsical picture book that begins with a little rift in one of the most celebrated relationships in the universe. All friends have disagreements. But when the friends are the Moon and planet Earth, the consequences are pretty cosmic! After 4.5 billion years together, Moon has had enough of Earth. So, she packs her things and sets off to see what the solar system has to offer. On her galactic tour, Moon sweeps young readers along on a delightful and educational journey. From scorching Venus to giant Jupiter, Moon encounters the oddities and charms of all the other planets on her journey. But as she reaches the cold and lonely edge of the solar system, she begins to wonder whether Earth is really so bad after all . . . With vibrant illustrations, a dash of humor, and heartfelt explorations of emotions like anger and empathy, this children's book about friendship beautifully conveys the value of connection and the inv

From the award-winning author and illustrator of Up the Mountain Path, The Fish and the Cat, and Otto & Pio comes an imaginative read-aloud picture book about one bear's journey to believe in himself and discover the beauty of change.Bear is happy at home, eating strawberry pie and spending time with his friends. But one day, the wind whispers to Bear, calling him to embark on a surprising journey to an unknown place. He isn't sure where he is going, but he knows that everything will turn out okay if he trusts his instincts.A sweet, delightfully illustrated tale about believing in yourself, Bear and the Whisper of the Wind shows children that change may be scary at first, but it can lead to fun, happy, and exciting things too.

50 Things to Do at the Beach transforms a day in the sand and sun into a meaningful and inspiring return to nature. Environmental scientist and professional surfer Easkey Britton teaches us how to pee

In this reimagined picture-book version of Aesop's fable The Tortoise and the Hare, children will learn the importance of friendship, tolerance, and patience as they follow the adventures of Bunny and Turtle.Bunny and Turtle are the best of friends, but they are very different from each other! Bunny is all action, while Turtle is a thoughtful planner. When Bunny and Turtle decide to climb a mountain together, Bunny is eager to get going. But Turtle wants to take it slow and prepare for the trip. Will Bunny become impatient? Will Turtle's planning pay off?What's the Rush? warmly highlights the power of accepting differences in others, while also showing the importance of building strong friendships and the value of taking things slow and thinking ahead. This colorful, charming illustrated picture book is ideal for parents reading aloud to toddlers and young children, making it a perfect way to engage with kids about the virtue of patience.

With answers to some of our most anxiety-inducing questions, such as "Why do I cringe at teenage me?" and "Why do I keep putting things off?" this insightful guide to our shared human experiences and quirks delves into the science behind 32 of our strangest thoughts and habits.Award-winning educator Dr. Jen Martin has created the perfect Q&A guide for the curious. In Why Am I Like This? she provides research-based explanations for popular questions about everything from overcoming anxiety and FOMO to why smells make us homesick and why we stick our tongues out when we concentrate.If you've ever wondered about the psychology and science behind the oddities of our daily lives, this accessible, entertaining, and informative guide is sure to educate you on what, exactly, makes you tick. This charming, vividly illustrated book makes the perfect gift for anyone who has ever stopped to wonder "Why?"

Enrich your city lifestyle with 50 illustrated activities and step-by-step projects designed to engage, explore, and appreciate the urban nature and wildlife around you.Designed with curious city-dwellers and nature-lovers in mind, this accessible illustrated book provides all the inspiration you need to become an urban explorer and naturalist. Packed with 200 illustrations and 50 invigorating projects, this practical urban activity guide teaches you how to explore the wild land, water, and sky in your own city, offering inventive ways to interact with nature in all its forms. Study trees and create a leaf journal in the park, go birdwatching, grow your own herbs, learn when and how to see star constellations in the city sky, make land art by arranging natural materials into a beautiful display, and so much more. This guide even includes family-friendly activities that allow parents and children to interact with nature together. Let go of daily stresses and step into the natural world

Wally was the world's greatest piano-playing wombat--until he realized there was an even more talented piano-playing wombat in town! This funny picture book's bright colors and imaginative musical scenes teach children to have self-confidence when faced with competition. When Wally, the world's greatest piano-playing wombat, hears Wylie play, he becomes envious. Wally tries toe-tapping and ball-twirling as he plays piano, but every time Wally thinks he's one-upping the competition, he discovers Wylie can do all the same tricks. Although Wally is discouraged at first, he soon realizes that competing with Wylie inspires them both to play better. And finding a friend to share what you love? That's the best win of all. Both affirming and motivating, Wally's story will resonate with young readers as they learn how to deal with competition and to do what makes them happy--even when they're not the very best.

No matter where you are in your grief journey, The Grief Deck offers sensitive and supportive tools to help you process your emotions. Its sixty illustrated cards, created by a diverse array of artists and grief workers, offer thoughtful prompts, simple activities, richly textured artwork, and grounding resources for coping with loss.Everyone faces grief in their own way, and in their own time. The Grief Deck provides accessible entry points to meet you where you are in that process, and activities to guide you forward. The sixty beautiful cards in this deck include meditations for reconnecting with your body and senses and taking moments to reflect in nature; prompts to help you address anxiety, hold a vigil, or create rituals of remembrance; and guidance on finding time for intentional rest and developing daily routines. These activities―each one paired with artwork for reflection―can be explored in any order, at any time as needed.Although each person's journey is unique, this inter

This joyful 1000-piece puzzle captures one moment in time on one perfect winter day. Packed with a quirky cast of characters, unexpected details, and tons of cold-weather humor, this puzzle is ideal to assemble during those chilly months of the year and makes the perfect holiday gift.As you piece together this richly layered 1000-piece puzzle, you'll rediscover charming reasons to love the wintertime. Spanish illustrator Luci Gutiérrez brings her love of funny characters and fascinating details to this classic winter scene, and each silly moment will surprise and delight you. A man rolls around inside a snowball; Christmas trees sing; a skier goes up instead of down. This whimsical depiction of outdoor winter fun celebrates all the joy of the winter season and is sure to provide hours of puzzling fun for the whole family.This eye-catching illustrated puzzle comes with 1000 high-quality pieces and minimal puzzle dust, assembling to 25 x 20 inches. Also included is an oversize insert of

The perfect gift for dog lovers, Forever Home will leave a pawprint on your heart with its series of full-color, close-up portraits of rescue dogs and their stories of adoption, from the photographer of Shelter Dogs and Finding Home.Behind every dog in Forever Home is a touching tale of resilience and love. Packed with twenty-seven heartwarming and inspirational stories of rescue dogs of all ages, this photographic series showcases how the journey to forever isn't always a straight line.Through their portraits and accompanying stories you will fall in love with the adorable canines who have traveled this path, learn of the steps along the way, and celebrate pet rescue and adoption in all its forms. Whether you're a new puppy parent or simply an animal lover, Forever Home is the ideal tribute to our favorite furry friends.

Featuring retro, neon colors and a bright, beautiful beach image, this 1000-piece puzzle is packed with activity, sun, and fun!This high-quality jigsaw puzzle depicts a dreamy scene of a day at the beach: sunbathers, surfers, sailors, and swimmers congregate on and around this vivid stretch of sand, each of them enjoying a different activity for you to discover as you assemble the pieces. With a bold color gradient and distinctive sunset colors, this puzzle creates varied sections that are ideal for group puzzling and family time.The box includes 1000 high-quality puzzle pieces with minimal puzzle dust, accompanied by an artist statement from Sevilla-based illustrator María Medem. This puzzle also comes with an oversize insert that displays a large, clear rendering of the image to use as reference while you put together this 25 x 20-inch scene.

This vivid 1000-piece puzzle features a whimsical seasonal farmers' market, depicting oversized, colorful produce and a rich diversity of farmers and customers with layers of activity to discover.With bustling activity, large sections of bright colors, and micro-stories and inside jokes hidden within the scene, this jigsaw puzzle is perfect for solo or group assembly. To help with solving, there is a large insert of the puzzle image for reference, featuring a statement from the artist, Taiwan-based illustrator Whooli Chen. The box contains high-quality pieces and minimal puzzle dust, and the finished puzzle assembles to 25 x 20 inches. The ideal gift for foodies, this peek inside a farmer's market is sure to provide hours of puzzling fun for the whole family.

Welcome to the wonderful world of pigs! Pigology is filled with incredible pig facts told in a playful tone by Daisy Bird, with irresistibly charming illustrations by rising star Camilla Pintonato.Pig

Baking bread provides us with comfort, stress relief, pleasure, and sustenance, but it's also complicated! Keeping consistent track of the details like yeast percentage and rising time can be a pain—u

Blending pop culture iconography with the existential threat of technological creations turning on their creators, Emotional Robots is a compulsively readable graphic novella set in an all-too prescie

At bedtime, a mysterious yellow dot appears above the top of Nasla's wardrobe―the new home for her toys now that she's decided she's too old to sleep with stuffed animals. Could it be Timboubou the el

Every book lover's collection includes a few treasured favorites with frayed edges and covers soft from wear. Richard Baker's remarkable paintings of vintage paperback books capture these intimate det

Ditch your nine-to-five and become your own boss with this insider's guide to freelancing from Martina Flor, a leading designer, educator, author, and entrepreneur. The Big Leap covers all aspects of

Every book lover's collection includes a few treasured favorites with frayed edges and covers soft from wear. Richard Baker's remarkable paintings of vintage paperback books capture these intimate det

Celebrate the bold, modern, and colorful art of the Otomi in the Otomi Notecards. Vibrant patterns leap off the page with fully embossed designs that mimic the raised texture of the traditional embroi

Celebrate the bold, modern, and colorful art of the Otomi in the Otomi Journal. Vibrant patterns leap off the page with fully embossed designs that mimic the raised texture of the traditional embroide

The perfect journal for the sustainably minded, Eco combines the classic, sophisticated Grids & Guides format with a fresh, green-themed design. Featuring 160 pages of post-consumer recycled graph

A young girl imagines a lovely island populated by thousands of birds, where she picnics with her animals, plays games, reads, and collects flowers. You too are welcome on this island, if you know how

This handsome notebook appeals to anybody who appreciates the grandeur and mystery of trees, as well as those who work with wood and marvel at the rich history embedded in its growth. Bound in cloth,

Did you know that Argentinosaurus was as heavy as a herd of elephants? That Mosasaurus was three times the length of a great white shark? That Microraptor was the size of a pigeon but with four wings?

Even in this age of messaging, nonstop emails, emoticons and emojis, it's not always clear how to make yourself understood, especially with parents, roommates, siblings and coworkers. Use this ingenuo

This newest addition to the Pamphlet Architecture series, long admired for its willingness to propose architectural solutions to challenging problems addresses the issue of rising sea levels with an i

If you're one of the 200 million Americans who drink coffee every day, you may have marveled at the ubiquitous plastic coffee cup lid, with its clever combination of indentations, protrusions, tabs, a

Whether you're a beginner or seasoned whittler, this practical guide to the age-old yet newly popular art of whittling will delight, inspire, and instruct you. Featuring projects that cater to a range

Our Observer's Notebooks, on astronomy, trees, and weather, have won praise for their unique combination of a beautiful journal aesthetic with useful lab-notebook-like information. Home is the latest

Whether you want to make a tree map of your yard, identify a tree by its leaves and bark, or create your own naturalist's notebook, the Observer's Notebook: Trees is the perfect tool. Filled with usef