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Are We Having Fun Yet?: The Human Quest for a Good Time (Orca Timeline #2)
By Maria Birmingham. 2023
Humans have searched out fun for centuries. Chariot races. Dueling crickets. Roller coasters. Rubik's Cubes. It seems we've always had…
a knack for finding interesting ways to have a good time. Of course, it wasn’t always that way. Our earliest ancestors had to worry more about survival than finding something to do in their free time. But as we evolved and daily living got a little easier, we began to think a bit more about entertainment. In Are We Having Fun Yet?, readers follow the evolution of fun. It started simply, with storytelling by a fire. Soon it grew into activities like banquets, spectator sports, theater and fairs, to name just a few. Today huge theme parks attract thrill-seekers and people step into virtual worlds for fun. And that’s just scratching the surface. With things like virtual reality, fidget spinners and global phenomena like Pokémon Go, who knows what the future of fun will hold!
Clar i català: Els barbarismes (i barbaritats) més freqüents i com pots evitar-los
By Jo Aprenc Català @joaprenccatala. 2023
Ara és l’hora de parlar clar i català! Descobreix els barbarismes més comuns i com evitar-los en un llibre imprescindible.…
100 BARBARISMES PER APRENDRE A PARLAR MILLOR LA LLENGUA (CATALANA) Parles sovint en català, però de tant en (quant) tant deixes anar un barbarisme? Et (dona apuro) fa vergonya cometre errors però no saps com evitar-los? (Menos mal) Encara sort que tens aquest llibre!Deixa't de (tonteries) ximpleries i comença a (exprimir) esprémer la llengua com mai. Descobreix 100 barbarismes de la llengua catalana, aprèn les seves formes en català i enriqueix el teu vocabulari amb les expressions més genuïnes i divertides de la nostra llengua. HA ARRIBAT L'HORA DE DONAR UNA (PATADA) PUNTADA DE PEU ALS BARBARISMES I PARLAR LA LLENGUA COM CAL!
111 cosas que podrías hacer en lugar de mirar el móvil
By Nora García. 2023
RECUPERA TU TIEMPO Y HUYE DE LAS PANTALLAS CON ESTAS 111 PROPUESTAS CREATIVAS PARA COMBATIR LA ADICCIÓN AL MÓVIL. PASAMOS…
CERCA DE 4 HORAS Y MEDIA AL DÍA MIRANDO EL MÓVIL. ¿SABES QUÉ OTRAS COSAS PODRÍAS HACER CON ESE TIEMPO? -Organizar tu propio Festival de Eurovisión en casa. -Montar tu propio herbario.-Practicar el urban sketching. -Apuntarte al self-care y crear tus propios potingues de belleza. -Aprender lengua de signos. -Descubrir los trucos de supervivencia indispensables para sobrevivir al apocalipsis. Estas son solo algunas de las 111 ideas que encontrarás en este libro. Propuestas que te ayudarán a cultivar la creatividad, a disfrutar más y mejor de tu tiempo libre y, por encima de todo, a recordar lo maravilloso que era el mundo cuando no tenías que cargar la batería para seguir disfrutando de él.
Dude Perfect 101 Tricks, Tips, and Cool Stuff
By Dude Perfect. 2021
Get a jump start on your own Dude Perfect–style fun with this one-of-a-kind inside look at their tricks, stunts, extreme…
sports, and other cool stuff.Ever wanted to know &“how did they do that&”? Now you can! This guide offers a behind-the-scenes look at all things Dude Perfect, including step-by-step instructions to perform your own real-life trick shots using everyday objects. From the Dude&’s personal insights, favorite tricks, and Dude stats to how patience, friendship, and teamwork can be cool, this interactive, full-color book is pure panda-monium.Whether your own trickster wants to perform solo, challenge a friend, or host a family game night, this book is full of science facts, tips and tricks, and other cool stuff to get them started on their own Overtime video.
Tani's New Home: A Refugee Finds Hope and Kindness in America
By Tanitoluwa Adewumi. 2020
Tani Adewumi's moving true story of immigrating to America, developing his talent for chess, and finding a new home will…
inspire families looking for stories of hope and kindness. * 2021 ECPA Top Shelf Book Cover Award winnerTani was just six years old when he and his family fled persecution in Nigeria and became refugees in New York City. Tani was amazed, and a little overwhelmed, by all the new things in America. But one new experience turned out to be the most wonderful discovery--chess! With joy and determination, Tani studied hard, practicing chess for hours on the floor of his room in the homeless shelter. Less than a year later, he won the New York State Chess Championship, and through one act of kindness after another, found a new home.This picture book biography for children ages 5 to 10tells the captivating real-life story of a young chess championcelebrates the power of hope and hard workreminds us that we can each make the world a more welcoming placeencourages empathy and compassionincludes beautiful digital illustrations by Courtney Dawsonis perfect for children reading alone; story time for families, classrooms, and libraries; and celebrations of World Refugee DayThis exciting book about chess, family, and community reminds us all that home is a place where you can follow your dreams.
Fearless Faith: 100 Devotions for Girls (Faithgirlz)
By Melanie Shankle. 2018
From popular blogger and New York Times bestselling author Melanie Shankle comes Fearless Faith: 100 Devotions for Girls. An interactive…
devotional, each day&’s reading encourages girls to be confident in their faith as well as grow in that faith and the knowledge they can impact the world around them.Each devotional speaks directly to tween and teen girls with:Reader-friendly &“Day 1,&” &“Day 2&” format, allowing girls to start at any time of yearEasy-to-read and relatable textA Scripture verse, an encouraging message, and a corresponding activity or set of questions to frame the day&’s takeaway in the real worldUnique challenges and engaged questions such as: What are three things that make you happy? What do you worry about? What do you think God wants for your life?Fearless Faith is a devotional perfect for birthdays, holiday gift giving, or as a token of encouragement.
365 preguntas y respuestas para entender el mundo: Las preguntas más curiosas... y las respuestas más fascinantes
By Ona Caussa, Joan Solé. 2013
365 preguntas y respuestas tan sorprendentes como curiosas que nos darán las claves para entender el mundo que nos rodea…
y nuestro propio organismo. Si el universo se está expandiendo, ¿qué hay fuera del universo? ¿Por qué lloramos al cortar cebollas? ¿Cómo nos surgen las ideas? ¿Se puede engañar a un detector de mentiras? Prepárate para entender mejor el mundo que te rodea a través de 365 preguntas acompañadas de respuestas tan instructivas como sorprendentes. ¡No esperes más!
Fandom: Fic Writers, Vidders, Gamers, Artists, and Cosplayers
By Francesca Davis DiPiazza. 2018
Have you ever finished a book or TV series and wished for more? Created stories, art, or videos based on…
a game? Dressed up as your favorite character? If so, you've entered fandom. Fan writers expand and mix up stories, like sending the Star Trek crew to Hogwarts. Cosplayers sew Star Wars and Sailor Moon costumes, and fan filmmakers make music video tributes. Fans also enrich invented worlds with greater diversity, creating female and multiracial avatars for games peopled only with white male characters. Tour fandom's history and meet fan writers, video-makers, artists, costumers, and gamers who celebrate the things they love and shape fan communities online and in real life.
77 Things You Absolutely Have to Do Before You Finish College
By Halley Bondy, James Lloyd. 2014
College is about way more than just frats and finals: It's also a time when students can learn new skills,…
encounter different cultures, test out potential careers, and take a stab at something new just because it sounds cool. And in order to leave college a better, smarter, and more interesting person than you were when you started out, all you need is an open mind, a willing spirit, and (of course) this book! The 77 entries included here cover everything from negotiating the terms of an apartment rental to attending a school-sponsored lecture event to hosting a movie marathon - and supplemental sidebars provide bonus tips for doing everything cheaply and well. (Oh, but remember: The most important thing to do? Graduate!)
97 Things to Do Before You Finish High School
By Steven Jenkins, Erika Stalder. 2008
Being in high school is about a lot more than going to high school. It's about discovering new places, new…
hobbies, and new people—and opening your eyes to the world. This book is about the stuff they don't teach you in high school, like how to host a film festival, plan your first road trip, make a podcast, or write a manifesto. Want to make a time capsule? Spend a day in silence? Learn how to make beats like a DJ? Or shut down your house party before the police do? Whatever your creative, social, or academic inclinations, you'll find 97 ways on these pages to amuse, educate, and interest yourself, and your friends. Because your life doesn't stop at 3pm each day—it just gets started. "Make your high school experience the best possible with this brilliant book." –Justine Magazine
Develop new skills (card tricks!), make fun things (a water balloon launcher!) and learn crazy-cool facts with this hands-on activity…
book for ages 8 to 12Do you want to find out weird-but-true facts like how to safely enter a black hole or what to do if you meet a mythological monster? Interested in hitting a dizzying ping-pong trick shot or performing mind-blowing magic that&’ll amaze your friends? Think it&’d be fun to make the ultimate paper airplane or an insane water balloon launcher? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you&’ve come to the right book! The editors of Popular Mechanics put together this incredible, super-cool collection of did-you-know facts, super-fun projects and astounding skills for curious kids who like to discover stuff, build things, goof around a lot — and sometimes make a big mess in the process. (Don&’t tell your parents that last part!) On these totally non-boring pages you&’ll discover:Weird facts about pets…like the wild thing that happens when a dog shakes itself dry! The most incredible things ever built…like a 50-foot tall robot!Hilarious tricks and pranks to pull on your friends…if you dare! How to have a million-dollar idea and how to get on Jeopardy! Pro secrets for throwing a curveball and shooting a 3-pointer! How to contact aliens! Plus, even more awesome stuff! (More awesome than talking to aliens? Really? Yes, really!) Are you ready? Pick up this book and let the adventures begin!
Right Way to Play Bridge
By Paul Mendelson. 2008
This book shows you how to improve your bridge at both a social and competitive level.Clear examples explain the detail…
of modern Acol bidding. This will enable the reader to plan and reassess their campaign step-by-step and calculate with precision who holds which cards.Guidance is also given on how and when to obstruct or bluff, how to pinpoint the best leads and steal the best contracts, and ways to think strategically under pressure.Unique at-the-table charts - designed to foster partnership understanding used appropriately at home, club or class - summarise key bids.
Juegos y videojuegos: Un escape interactivo de la monotonía... (¿Cómo...? #95)
By Owen Jones. 2023
¿Por qué a la gente le gusta jugar? Bueno, muchos millones de profesionales y padres preocupados se han estado haciendo…
esta misma pregunta durante al menos cincuenta años. Cuando los videojuegos comenzaron en los años setenta, la mayoría de la gente los veía como un poco de diversión, pero a medida que la locura se afianzaba, incluso en esa década, los intelectuales y educadores comenzaron a llamarlo “una estúpida distracción” y a los jugadores “tontos”. Esto continuó hasta hace relativamente poco tiempo, y se escribieron millones de palabras despectivas sobre los videojuegos y los jugadores. Sin embargo, la marea ahora está cambiando, y los ‘expertos’ están pontificando sobre los aspectos positivos de los juegos para los jugadores… incluso para los más jóvenes. Mientras este debate se arremolinaba a su alrededor, los jugadores seguían con lo que más les gustaba hacer: jugar videojuegos. Mucho se ha escrito acerca de por qué los juegos conquistaron a la juventud de los setenta y por qué ahora, a personas de todas las edades les encanta jugar. A algunos les gusta el juego de roles, a otros les gusta la asunción de riesgos virtuales y a otros les gusta perfeccionar habilidades que normalmente no usarían. Algunos incluso sueñan con unirse a las delgadas filas de los jugadores de élite millonarios. Sea cual sea el motivo, ¡que disfrutes mucho tiempo de tu afición y que la Fuerza te acompañe! La información en este libro electrónico sobre varios tipos de juegos, video, computadora, arcade y temas relacionados está organizada en 16 capítulos de aproximadamente 500 a 600 palabras cada uno. Como beneficio adicional, le doy permiso para utilizar el contenido en su propio sitio web o en sus propios blogs y boletines, aunque es mejor si primero los vuelve a escribir con sus propias palabras.
Γκέιμινγκ και βιντεοπαιχνίδια: Μια διαδραστική απόδραση από τη βαρεμάρα... (Πώς να... #95)
By Όουεν Τζόουνς. 2023
Γιατί το γκέιμινγκ αρέσει στους ανθρώπους; Εκατομμύρια επαγγελματίες και ανήσυχοι γονείς αναρωτιούνται το ίδιο εδώ και τουλάχιστον πενήντα χρόνια. Έχουν…
γραφτεί πολλά για το γιατί το γκέιμινγκ κατέκτησε τη νεολαία της δεκαετίας του '70 και γιατί, τώρα, άνθρωποι όλων των ηλικιών αγαπούν να παίζουν. Οι πληροφορίες σε αυτό το ηλεκτρονικό βιβλίο σχετικά με τα διάφορα είδη βιντεοπαιχνιδιών, τα παιχνίδια σε υπολογιστή, τα αρκέιντ κ.ά. είναι οργανωμένες σε 16 κεφάλαια των 500-600 λέξεων περίπου το καθένα. Ως μπόνους, σου δίνω την άδεια να χρησιμοποιήσεις το περιεχόμενο στον δικό σου ιστότοπο ή στα δικά σου ιστολόγια και ενημερωτικά δελτία, αν και είναι καλύτερα να το ξαναγράψεις με δικά σου λόγια.
The Little Book of Adult Games: Naughty Games for Grown-Ups
By Sadie Cayman. 2019
No matter how much of a sexpert you may be, things in the bedroom can always benefit from a little…
extra spice. This collection of titillating treats, from frisky foreplay teasers to downright dirty duvet dalliances, has something for every sexual occasion, and should get you hot under the collar and ready for some stripped-down bedroom action. So get your sexiest underwear on and prepare to take it off not long after, ’cause it’s time to play!
The Little Book of Adult Games: Naughty Games for Grown-Ups
By Sadie Cayman. 2019
No matter how much of a sexpert you may be, things in the bedroom can always benefit from a little…
extra spice. This collection of titillating treats, from frisky foreplay teasers to downright dirty duvet dalliances, has something for every sexual occasion, and should get you hot under the collar and ready for some stripped-down bedroom action. So get your sexiest underwear on and prepare to take it off not long after, ’cause it’s time to play!
The Happy Writing Book: Discover the Positive Power of Creative Writing
By Elise Valmorbida. 1984
'There are many guides to good writing but none as valuable as this.' Oliver Kamm, author and columnist for The…
TimesCreative writing can enhance wellbeing, which can enhance creative writing, which can enhance wellbeing ... Become a better writer with over 100 inspiring prompts, insights and exercises specially devised by an award-winning author and creative writing teacher. Discover how the practice of creative writing - being expressive, exploring ideas, crafting words, shaping stories - can also deepen your appreciation of life.
The Happy Writing Book: Discover the Positive Power of Creative Writing
By Elise Valmorbida. 1984
'There are many guides to good writing but none as valuable as this.' Oliver Kamm, author and columnist for The…
TimesCreative writing can enhance wellbeing, which can enhance creative writing, which can enhance wellbeing ... Become a better writer with over 100 inspiring prompts, insights and exercises specially devised by an award-winning author and creative writing teacher. Discover how the practice of creative writing - being expressive, exploring ideas, crafting words, shaping stories - can also deepen your appreciation of life.
Magic ... naturally!: Science entertainments & amusements
By Vicki Cobb, Lance R. Miyamoto. 1976
Learn the Secrets Behind Mind Tricks and Mental Mysticism with CardsLearn the Secrets Behind Mind Tricks and Mental Mysticism with…
CardsLooking to expand your magical repertoire? Want to entrance and confound your audience with amazing card tricks? Written by the great Jean Hugard, this classic magic manual to mind tricks with cards will teach readers some of the most unbelievable card tricks ever invented. Included within are sections on how to perform awe-inspiring card illusions that will captivate any audience, including timeless tricks such as The Three Heaps, The Trio, The Moving Finger, A Card and a Number, and many more! Hugard’s instruction provides the methodology needed to seamlessly execute each trick and wow your spectators. With a new foreword by Steve Cohen, master contemporary magician, this edition of Jean Hugard’s Mental Magic is perfect for any card magic lover, whether an aspiring magician or a professional, and is sure to inform and inspire.