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Theatre has long been considered a feminine interest for which women consistently purchase the majority of tickets, while the shows they are seeing typically are written and brought to the stage by men. Furthermore, the stories these productions tell are often about men, and the complex leading roles in these shows are written for and performed by male actors. Despite this imbalance, the feminist voice presses to be heard and has done so with more...
2) Home Fun
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First published in 1910, "Home Fun" is a guide to entertaining guests in your own home, with chapters on everything from holding amateur performances and odd experiments, to indoor fireworks, parlour games, and beyond! This fantastic volume is full of interesting ideas, and it would make for a wonderful addition to any home collection. Contents include: "Amateur Theatricals", "Mysteries of Make-up", "The Quick-Change Artist", "Character Impersonations",...
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"Maria Rodale was raised on real food. She doesn't think of eating homemade, from scratch meals as part of a trend or movement; it has always been her life. Raised in a family of farmers, bakers, chefs, gardeners, and publishers, Maria is used to growing, cooking, reading and writing about, and eating organic, delicious food. And now, for the first time ever, she's sharing her tried-and-true family recipes. Scratch is full of comfort food recipes...
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When everyone in Kash's family got COVID except him, he had to leave so he would not get sick. Aunt Toni comes to the rescue. Kash goes on fun adventures with his aunt. Read to find out what Kash does at home with Aunt Toni. This early reader is a picture book with sight words young students are learning at school.
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Down East Books
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2012
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Sea glass connects civilization and nature, often in surprising ways. And collecting sea glass and pottery shards is more popular than ever. However, beyond simply admiring their beauty, many collectors are at a loss as to just what to do with their collections. Sea Glass Crafts is filled with ideas to turn your seaside treasures into home decor—inside and out, practical and decorative, whimsical and serious. From a sea glass chandelier to a...
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R. Scott Murphy, the madcap mind behind the popular tracks "Chick-fil-A Makes Me Feel Like Leonardo DiCaprio," "Shamefully Suggestive City Names," and "I'm the Freakin' Michael Phelps of Googling," returns with his second batch of "Fun Stories". Inspired by "Friends," "Seinfeld," "The Office," and "The Far Side," the "Fun Stories" series offers amusing audiobooks, albums, and kindle selections to help lighten your day.
Part storyteller, part game...
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In Let's Stay Home, bright, upbeat illustrations and fun at-home activity suggestions keep your young children (and you) entertained, healthy, and connected with others while social distancing.
Instead of being "stuck" at home, why not enjoy your time inside? Let's Stay Home shows you all the things you can do at home to keep happy and healthy! The fear-free language and simple mental and physical health concepts in this book can help children manage...
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This illustrated beginner's guide covers everything you need to know to start making cheese at home-from tools and techniques to basic milk chemistry.
While the craft of home cheese making gains in popularity, most books on the subject gloss over the fundamentals. Mastering Basic Cheese making is a complete hands-on guide to making cheese and other fermented dairy products from scratch, geared toward helping the novice cheesemaker get started in...
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"A trip to a baseball stadium is great fun, We can skip count by four as we cheer for a home run!" This delightful rhyming tale introduces children to the concept of skip-counting number sets, building children's addition and multiplication skills. A baseball championship game is the setting for this journey that supports mathematics and language skill development. With many different sights to see at the ballpark, join in the fun of this literary...
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Have you ever wished you could be a pirate, a robot, a princess, an astronaut, a knight or a fairy? This brilliant book gives you the chance to transform yourself into your best-loved characters. The easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions show you how to create fantastic costumes from everyday objects you can find around the home.
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Knitting is all the rage, but did you know crocheters outnumber knitters 3 to 1? Cozy Crochet does for the hook what Knitting Pretty did for needles, with 26 step-by-step projects that will appeal to the sophisticated tastes of the new generation of crocheters. Ranging from simple projects for new converts to more advanced patterns for seasoned crafters, the creations in Cozy Crochet are fresh and contemporary: stylish striped throw pillows, an embellished...
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Science isn't limited to the classroom-it can be cooked up in the kitchen! This photographic book of experiments and projects covers covers chemical reactions, states of matter, microbiology, and much more– all with ingredients and equipment that can be found in the kitchen.
The STEAM Ahead series shows readers that science isn't limited to the classroom-it can be found out in the garden, cooked up in the kitchen, and brought to life with paper...
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Science isn't limited to the classroom-it can be created at home too! This photographic book of engineering experiments and projects features clear, step-by-step instructions and a fresh, contemporary design, with an emphasis on fun, achievable experiments to give kids hands-on experiences. The science behind each experiment is explained, giving readers the theory behind the practical activities.
The STEAM Ahead series shows readers that science...
15) Homeschooling for absolute beginners: make learning at home simple, affordable, fun, and effective
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You can homeschool. And it can be simpler, cheaper, and better than you ever imagined!
The mere thought of homeschooling can be overwhelming. What curriculum do I choose? What if we can't afford all the books? How do I schedule our time? Will my children become socially awkward recluses? What if I screw up my kids' education?!
Take a deep breath. You've got this! Lorilee Lippincott, a seasoned homeschooling mom, shows just how simple homeschooling...
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In Boba, the founders of MILK+T show you how to make classic, fun, and refreshing bubble teas at home, using all-natural ingredients.
No matter if you call it boba or bubble tea, this addictive drink that originated in Taiwan in the 1980s has taken the world by storm, with shops popping up on every corner and lines out all their doors.
Boba covers all the basics, from brewing tea and making homemade tapioca balls (aka boba) to handcrafting sweeteners,...
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Random House Publishing Group
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2009
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“The genius of Eric Stromer’s book is showing that do-it-yourself projects are a wonderful way to bring your family together. While enjoying each other’s company, you learn how to set reachable goals and to build a little confidence along the way. Thank you, Eric, for your enthusiastic encouragement of constructive family time (literally) and for sharing practical tips to make the effort fun and successful. I can’t wait for...
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Over 30 delicious homemade treats to delight your friends and family all year round!
Packed with recipes and designs for cakes, cupcakes, mini cakes, fondant fancies and cookies.
There's something for every occasion, from the Mad Hatter's tea party and a seaside celebration, to a lacy white wedding and some special Christmas gifts.
Step-by-step illustrated instructions and detailed techniques guide you through each stage of baking and decorating.
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Playing with your offspring helps parents to meet their children as equals and to bring fun and laughter into family life. When we laugh and have fun together, tensions are dissolved, and we come fully alive. In this age of electronic media, families are simply forgetting the many wonderful ways of playing together.101 FAMILY VACATION GAMES includes different types of games new and old and from all around the world that create a wonderful repertoire...
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