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"A nicely organized book chockablock with games that can be enjoyed by...a variety of ages....Begins with games that children as young as five can play with their parents, then...a number of more complicated games that older children can easily play on their own...a great assortment...clearly written and easy enough for many children to read on their own. Great for the parenting shelf, or pull the book out for kids on rainy or snowy days."-- "Booklist

. 128 pages, 40 b/w illus., 5 3/8 x 8 1/4.

This series of five books presents a varied, engaging collection of trivia organised around the five classic queries: who, what, when, where and why. What's That? Is the second title in the 5 Ws series. It has the same light-hearted and entertaining tone as the other titles, with the small, appealing format that demands to be picked up and opened again and again. This book focuses on the sundries of life, including inventions, fashion, and a myriad of other facts for readers to pick up

From the founding of America's dance culture to today's square dance activity, follow the footsteps back in time to visit with some amazing people and dance events that depict the historical evolution of the modern American square dance. Based on real people and events, the historic stories are very readable and enjoyable style, revealing the lifestyles of those who contributed to bringing the joy of America's cultural dance to others. You will witness how dance affected the rhythm and lifestyle across the United States and then to foreign countries. It explores pattern dances reflecting on how various dance styles influenced another and the progression of dance. You will experience the expansion across this country and how dance was influenced along the way. You are taken to the Appalachian Mountain area to witness the Kentucky running set and to New England's quadrilles and contra dances. Memories of past dance experience is visited as its history comes alive through the evolution of dance traditions and a visit with our dance pioneers that influenced and impacted our lives. The time line on the evolution of the American Square Dance begins in Europe to the founding of America, through the Colonial times, the contribution of the African American influence and the western expansion, the depression period, the effect of the World War 11 and the growth that took place with the return of the American soldiers. We visit with George Washington and the political influence that took place at colonial dances, Eleanor Roosevelt dancing during the depression, Jimmy Carter bringing the Modern Western Square dance to the White House. Discover how the square dance brought democracy to Japan. Henry Ford's efforts in the revival of dance to Lloyd Shaw's western style impact on square dancing with his high school students Cheyenne Mountain School dancing tours. The building of roads and transportation improvements and the growth of the recording industries along with a proliferation of publications brought about a major growth in people getting together to dance. Dance choreography changes brought about the modern western square dance. Dance events and conventions flourished. You will visit with modern western square dance pioneers Charlie Baldwin, Bob Osgood and Stan and Cathie Burdick. This countries famous animator, Chuck Jones, involvement in square dancing is revealed. This book features many charts and timeline treasures listing movies that featured square dance scenes, square dance halls that came into being across the country and the many different dance gatherings. You will meet some of the women involved in square dancing. You will also visit delightful stories of the Brundage square dance family and the Tirrell round dance family. See how clothing trends followed our dance activity. Today's Modern Western Square Dance will continue to evolve and change. You will learn what efforts took place to preserve the history of the square dance activity. You will see the background of how round dancing complimented square dancing. Every page brings with it the enthusiasm for dancing. You are taken on an adventure that will broaden your perspective on dance and will make you want to be a part of the future dancing experience. It will please the casual reader, dance leaders and the dancer along with historians with its insight and behind the scene stories. It is the most complete and informative book bringing together all in one place everything you will ever want to know about the pleasures and joy in the human relationship of dance. The historical documentation in this book brings the reader through the past years and creates the opportunity so that the future of social dance can continue to be a contributing factor.

Lynette Jenson knows what quilters want and her techniques guarantee beautiful results every time.

A quilter and quilt teacher for over 20 years, Lynette shares her definitive colour patterns and her successful techniques for rotary cutting, strip piecing, fusible applique, primitive stitching, and so much more. She shares decorating tips and ideas for using quilts in the home, from bed quilts to tablecloths to tree skirts. A special section is devoted to colour photos of quilts in Lynette Jenson's home.

Inside, wedding consultant Diane Warner suggests hundreds of clever ways to make your special even extra-special. These are fun and romantic touches that are fast, affordable, easy for anyone to do...and, in the making, all the more meaningful.

Provides instructions for making Christmas ornaments, decorations, and gifts, including recipes for jams, marmalades, baking mixes, and desserts.

Offers ideas and instructions for creative decorations, treats, and costumes, and includes tips for planning a Halloween party.

Cartoon Success Secrets offers a veritable comics college education on how to succeed as a cartoonist. It features insider's perspectives from 20 top cartoonists, whose comic strips such as Zits, Garfield, Cathy, and For Better or For Worse appear in at least a thousand newspapers every day.

Author Jud Hurd caught the cartooning bug more than three quarters of a century ago, and at age 90 he's still not cured. Now, in Cartoon Success Secrets, the editor of the cartooning industry's leading insider magazine, CARTOONIST PROfiles, shares the colorful stories and sage advice of his cartoonist colleagues.

Through his personal encounters with virtually every cartoonist legend of the last four decades, Hurd amassed countless insights from the world's best cartoonists on how they rose to the top of their field. Now, for the first time ever, he shares his early conversations with such famous cartoonists as Walt Disney, Rube Goldberg, H. T. Webster, George McManus, Frederick Opper, and countless others who succeeded in selling their creations to major syndicates and attaining their cartooning aspirations. Their words will inspire all who have dreamed of becoming a famous cartoonist.

Many books have profiled cartooning legends, but never before has a book compiled detailed advice from these creators on how they achieved their success. Cartoon Success Secrets is sure to fascinate cartoon enthusiasts the world over, from fledgling cartoonists looking to break into the industry to fans of the funny pages wanting to know how their favorite artists made it big.

From America's best-known knot authority, here is a complete and indispensable guide to more than 100 knots. Whether you want to tie lines together, lash oars in place, attach the foot of a sail to a boom, or extend a towing line, the knot you need, with variations for specific conditions, is here.

The uses, advantages, and disadvantages of every type of knot are clearly explained. The author explains how to tie each one, using concise, step-by-step instructions, all illustrated by simple, easy-to-understand line drawings. The book closes with a helpful glossary of terms.

In "Colette's Wedding Cakes," master cake decorator Colette Peters brings us her most inspired creations yet. From traditional designs to works of luxuriant fantasy, Colette has a cake for every wedding style. With detailed instructions accompanied by color photographs, step-by-step line drawings, and patterns for the decorations, Colette presents thirty-two breathtaking cake-design projects. From building a tiered cake to mastering piping techniques and fashioning royal icing and gum-paste flowers, here is everything you need to know to create the wedding of your dreams.

Jewelry--Your Resource for Building and Caring for a Collection. Whether you're just getting started with your collection, want to broaden your knowledge, or simply wish to find an extraordinary piece to wear and enjoy, you've found the best resource for collecting jewelry. This information-packed reference shows how to determine value, where to look, how to purchase, and how to care for your pieces.

Designed for people with a busy lifestyle, this highly acclaimed series of inspiring and practical paperbacks cover a wide range of topics. Each book is a showcase of the trademark DK style that marries instructive photographs with easy-to-rea

Scarves are the ultimate take-along project and are the perfect starter project for those new to the art of crocheting. Learn how to crochet outwear scarves in eight eye-catching styles with Crochet Outerwear Scarves. From stripes, to puffs, blocks, ridges, and pompoms, these scarves are easy to make and awesome to wear. Each booklet includes an abbreviations key in the front.

BradyGames' " Dead Island Official Strategy Guide " includes the following:
AN ISLAND OF BEAUTY. A WORLD IN CHAOS.
Complete Walkthrough - Extensive strategy and tips for the entire story, presented in an easy-to-follow objective based progression, including every quest highlighted by Act.
Survivors -Each character is broken down into strengths and weaknesses, with all-inclusive skill guide and multiplayer tips.
Undead Horde -It's time to hit back; every enemy and zombie uncovered. Bring to them your knowledge and a bigger stick.
Crafting Guide -Comprehensive list of every crafting component and weapon modification in the game, including locations for every workbench.
Collectibles -Maps of each area show every collectible item."

BradyGames "Dead Rising" "Official Strategy Guide" includes the following: A complete walkthrough covering side missions and how to achieve alternate endings. Detailed item and equipment lists. Extensive bestiary. Game secrets revealed! Platform: Xbox 360 Genre: Action/AdventureThis product is available for sale in North America only."

BradyGames along with Future Press' " Deus Ex: Human Revolution Signature Series Guide " includes the following:
This comprehensive guide is designed with a single goal: to unlock every Achievement/Trophy in a single play through.
- MULTI-ROUTE WALKTHROUGH - The walkthrough features a unique multi-route structure. Whether you play stealthily, hack your way through, or simply shoot everyone down, there's a route to follow that suits your play style.
- AUGMENTATIONS EXPOSED - Understanding and combining the Augmentations is where the real fun lies in Deus Ex: Human Revolution. This dedicated chapter covers each Augmentation in exhaustive detail.
- QUICK-LOOK ITEM MAPS - For each section in the game we provide highly detailed maps. The Optional Exploration sections of the guide ensure you'll never miss an item or secret.
- SIDE QUEST MASTERY -Ensure that you don't miss a single Side Quest and experience the complete Deus Ex: Human Revolution story. We provide a separate walkthrough for each Side Quest and all rewards are outlined.

Easy-to-use, full-color, A-to-Z reference guides to basic and advanced techniques.

Whether you're having that nesting feeling or you're looking forward to an addition to your clan, making gifts for babies can occupy your thoughts and your time for nine months and beyond. From the heart of a mother of four children, through the aesthetic and expertise of a top-notch professional children's designer, and infused with the French sense of style: Here are thirty-five comfortable and practical gifts for baby, each one boasting an elegant, refined, and luxurious style. The projects are organized into five sections: Mealtime, Bedtime, Bathtime, Clothing, and The Bedroom. Most projects are very easy and can take about an hour to complete. Crafting techniques, including sewing, knitting, woodworking, decorative painting, and applique, produce delightful gifts for a baby such as a cap of boiled wool, little slippers, a simple bodysuit trimmed with lace, kimono pajamas, a quilt, a toy box, and a decorated baby bottle.