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• The Baking Encyclopedia

  Schrader, Zoey

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  This title includes step-by-step recipes for cakes, cupcakes, cookies, pies, muffins, breads, and more. Features include sections on baking basics, preparation and safety, common ingredients used in baking, and baking techniques.…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Drawing Chibi Pets

  Learn to Draw Kawaii Companions From Dogs, Cats, and Hamsters to Lizards and Fish!

  Voegele, Oriel,

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  Learn to Draw Kawaii Companions From Dogs, Cats, and Hamsters to Lizards and Fish!

• How to Be a Color Wizard

  Forage and Experiment With Natural Art Making

  Logan, Jason,

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  What colors might await in a leafy forest, a berry-stained back alley, a seaweedy beach, or even the dark corners of an ordinary fridge? With this book as a guide, curious young wizards can make natural confetti, unlock the hidden color…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Pastry Workshop

  Mastering Buttery Crusts & Doughs

  Borgert-Spaniol, Megan, 1989-

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  This how-to book provides readers with information they need to get started on a career as a pastry chef. Included are the history and cultural significance of frosting and icing; kitchen tools, terms, and techniques; how to become a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals

  a Collection of Rocks, Minerals, and Gems From Around the World

  Dennie, Devin, Dr.,

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  An Anthology of Rocks and Minerals pairs photography with storybook descriptions to teach children about a wide selection of rocks and minerals, each accompanied by a photograph and an illustration. Learn the names and features of rocks,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Minecraft Mega Bite-size Builds

  Over 20 Incredible Mini-projects

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  Learn how to design, build and customize 20 new and exciting Minecraft mini-projects using instructions that break the builds into manageable pieces, in a book written in partnership with the experts at game-creator Mojang.

• The Tinkering Workshop

  Explore Invent & Build With Everyday Materials : 100 Hands-on STEAM Projects

  Jenkins, Ryan, 1984-

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  A makerspace educator inspires kids to be creative with 100 inventive tinkering projects that illustrate the principles of science, encourage experimentation and discovery, and sharpen STEAM skills.

• How to Fool Your Parents

  25 Brain-breaking Magic Tricks

  Kwong, David,

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  How to Fool Your Parents is the twenty-first-century guide to the magic of magic. Jam-packed with dozens of tricks, this guide features fully illustrated, easy-to-follow, step-by-step instructions to make fooling anyone more fun than ever.

• A Kid's Guide to the Night Sky

  Read, John A.,

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  This easy-to-use stargazing guide for kids explores the popular night sky constellations, visits the brightest stars, and tours our solar system. As they learn step-by-step how to find the most fascinating sights in the night sky, readers…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Cooking Class

  73 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love to Make (and Eat!) /

  Cook, Deanna F., 1965-

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  The 10th anniversary updated edition of the classic introductory guide for kids, Cooking Class, features 72 recipes for yummy, nourishing meals kids can make themselves by following the easy, step-by-step photographic instructions

• The Fiber Arts Encyclopedia

  Schrader, Zoey,

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  This title includes step-by-step instructions for projects in crocheting, knitting, embroidery, sewing, and more. Features include sections on preparation and safety and general tools and tips.

• Tracks and Scat

  Russo, Kristin J.,

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  Exploring the outdoors can be a thrilling but sometimes puzzling adventure. This field guide to the tracks and scat of North American animals shows readers how to identify the signs that animals leave behind, revealing which creatures are…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 101 Things to Do on a Walk

  Eaton, Kait,

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  101 Things to do on a Walk is a fun, practical, creative book filled with activities to do while on trips out in nature - both locally, and not so locally. Take this book with you on a walk with the family to provide inspiration for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• How to Win at Chess

  From First Moves to Checkmate

  King, Daniel, 1963-

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  Perfect for all levels, this newly revised and updated classic title by Grandmaster Daniel King covers all aspects of chess, including pieces and moves, and explores the history of the game with features on legendary matches and the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Rube Goldberg's Big Book of Building

  George, Jennifer, 1960-

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  Build your very own Rube Goldberg Machines in this must-have guide for builders of all ages! To build a Rube Goldberg Machine, all you need is a pile of junk and a great imagination. World-renowned Rube Goldberg Machine builder Zach…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 21 Things to Do With a Tree

  Wilsher, Jane

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  '21 Things to Do With a Tree' is a fresh and fun outdoors activity book to learn about and make friends with your very own (chosen) tree! This playful approach to an outdoor activity book supports learning, helps foster a vital bond with…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• How to Be a Math Genius

  Goldsmith, Mike, 1962-

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  This resource explores the math brain and demonstrates to readers that they use math skills all the time -- they just don't know it yet. Packed with math activities and puzzles.

• Making Memories

  Tangerine, Amy,

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  This book is a how-to-guide helping children to be calm, mindful, and live in the moment every day. In a world where children are increasingly attached to their screens, and their memories often are only held digitally, this book offers a…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Bake, Make, & Learn to Cook Vegetarian

  Healthy and Green Recipes for Young Cooks

  Atherton, David (Food writer),

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  The 2019 winner of The Great British Baking Show goes green with a collection of must-try vegetarian recipes, following up his debut book Bake, Make, and Learn to Cook. Grab an apron! With more than forty vegetarian and plant-based recipes…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The LEGO Ideas Book

  You Can Build Anything!

  Dolan, Hannah,

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  Unlock your imagination with this colorful treasury of more than 200 new building ideas created by LEGO fan builders. Learn tips and tricks to become a better builder. Find out how professional LEGO designers get their ideas and meet the…Read moreRead more of this annotation