One of the oldest—and mostly widely ridiculed—Christmas traditions is the giving of that ubiquitous nut-and-dried-fruit-studded concoction known as the fruitcake. Now you can give the gift that keeps on giving without stepping foot in the kitchen or gourmet food store with this fantastic foam fruitcake—guaranteed to become a new favorite family tradition. Uniquely packaged in a loaf-shaped box, this luscious-looking, inedible loaf will make as good a gift in ten years as it does now!
This uproarious kit also includes the appetizing companion volume 50 Uses for Your Fruitcake, which reveals the top 50 uses of the socially defamed taste treat, solidifying its rank as one of the all-time top gifts of the Christmas season—past, present, and future.

Family Heirloom Fruitcake: Inedible--Just Like Grandma's!

Humor & Entertainment

Wagner, Melissa

Humor

Running Press

The Big Book of World War II is a comprehensive guide, bringing young readers through the archives of history to learn about this epic war and how the world was changed as a result. It joins The Big Book of the Civil War and The Big Book of U.S. Presidents as the most accessible and complete (not to mention fun) one-subject reference book available, making it perfect for history reports and learning. Inside, readers can find historical photographs, accurate maps, beautiful paintings, factual timelines, and more. This book is a wonderful addition to any child's or teacher's library.

The Big Book of World War II: Fascinating Facts about WWII Including Maps, Historic Photographs, and Timelines

Children's Books

Bryant, Dan

History

Bears. Avalanches. Grill fi res. The great outdoors is packed with perils, so be prepared from the moment you lace up your boots. With detailed instructions on how to get out of every kind of trouble in the wild, this new, dynamic almanac format in the best-selling Worst-Case Scenario series provides maximum protection and gives you something scary to read around the campfire. Profiles of worst-case locations and intrepid explorers, charts and graphs of perilous situations, offbeat lists and facts here is all the information you need in the wilderness to feel safe and terrified at the same time.

The Worst Case Scenario Almanac: The Great Outdoors

Politics & Social Sciences

Borgenicht, David

Popp, Trey

Sociology

Chronicle Books+

For over 10 years the Party and Wedding Resource Guide, By Recommendation Only, has helped thousands of brides to create the wedding of their dreams. Each recommended event professional is featured with valuable, detailed information; each section contains tips and inside for hiring businesses. 
Included are vendor websites and e-mails, where to get a marriage license, and a detailed wedding planner. New for this edition: vendors highlight their work with photographs.

By Recommendation Only

Kaestner, Johanna

Reference

Adobe Creek Pubns

Get to know your stains—and then bid them goodbye forever! Learn everything about more than 100 stains—including their habits, their habitats, and (most importantly) how to make them go away.\nFrom wine to wiper fluid, Field Guide to Stains provides effective techniques for rescuing clothes, upholstery, carpet, and wallpaper from stains caused by:\nFruits and vegetables Dairy products Household items Office supplies Sauces and condiments Beauty products Bodily functions And more! 
Featuring a glossary of cleaning techniques and the basic products any would-be clean person should have on hand, this guide is the perfect accoutrement for the laundry room, kitchen, nursery, garage, or any other place stains might occur.

Field Guide to Stains: How to Identify and Remove Virtually Every Stain on Earth

ARMSTRONG, Nancy

Friedman, Virginia M.

Quirk Books

At last, a field guide to identifying and doing battle with more than 100 stains, from tomato juice to tar, from avocado to urine! Field Guide to Stains is divided into handy sections for easy access to information when time is of the essence: Fruits and Vegetables, Meat and Protein, Household Items, Garage and Yard, and more. Readers will learn more than just removal techniques—details include general descriptions and likely seasons, times, and areas of occurrence. Did you know that a yogurt stain is more likely to occur in January (when New Year’s resolutions demand more healthy eating), and that correction fluid stains are more prevalent in April (when the pressure to complete your taxes on time is at a high)? Includes more than 100 full-color photographs of stains, each one cross-referenced to its description and step-by-step removal advice. Quick-reference icons guide the reader to the most essential information in each entry. This guide has a sturdy, stain-proof exterior—making it a necessity for every cubicle, glove compartment, and college dorm. Field Guide to Stains is a must-have for everyone about to venture out into the wild, to the kitchen, or to a night on the town!

Field Guide to Stains: How to Identify and Remove Virtually Every Stain Know to Man

Friedman, Virginia

Furrowed brows, wiggled fingers, wrinkled noses, shrugged shoulders with so many rich and varied gestures at our disposal, it s no wonder anthropologists claim at least 90% of all human communication is non-verbal. But what do all of these signs and signals really mean? And what secrets do they reveal about the person you re speaking with? Field Guide to Gestures has the answers. Whether you re communicating with friends, lovers, co-workers, foreigners, or strangers on the street, this handy guide will help you decipher the mysteries of human gesticulation. It features color photographs of more than 100 different gestures, plus a detailed synopsis explaining each gesture s meanings, origins, and subtle nuances (nodding yes takes on an entirely new meaning in Greece!). It s so chock-full of interesting information, you ll feel compelled to give it two very enthusiastic thumbs up!

Field Guide to Gestures: How to Identify and Interpret Virtually Every Gesture Known to Man

Field Guide to Gestures 8-Copy Disp

Parenting & Relationships

A visual celebration of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, America’s most beloved children’s television show, including a foreword by Tom Hanks and a peek at the making of the feature film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, in theaters Thanksgiving weekend. Go behind the scenes of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood with this unprecedented dive into its storied history. More than fifty years ago, Fred Rogers, a modest television host, revolutionized children’s entertainment with a simple set design, quiet dialogue, and a few hand puppets playing out everyday situations. The effect was extraordinary: Mister Rogers created a relationship with millions of young viewers, each of whom felt as if they were visiting with a trusted friend. His radical kindness, acceptance, and empathy created a sacred place where everyone felt safe and valued. Featuring exclusive photographs; a guide to the characters, puppets, and episodes; original interviews; and rare ephemera, Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood: A Visual History reveals how the show came together to have a deep impact on American culture. Discover wonderful anecdotes from Yo-Yo Ma and Wynton Marsalis as well as the actors, directors, art designers, producers, studio musicians, and more who devoted their careers to working with Fred. Chronicling the show's complete timeline—from its humble beginnings on WQED in Pittsburgh to its commemoration on the big screen in the feature film A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, starring Tom Hanks, based on a screenplay written by Micah Fitzerman-Blue and Noah Harpster and directed by Marielle Heller—this incredibly comprehensive book celebrates both Fred Rogers and the wonderful legacy of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood.

Mister Rogers' Neighborhood: A Visual History

Fred Rogers Productions

Lybarger, Tim

McGuiggan, Jenna

Television

Clarkson/Potter

From Fred Rogers Productions, comes a delightful gift book that shows how the wisdom of Mister Rogers' Neighborhood is as relevant for adults as it is for children. With colorful illustrations and quotes that touch on themes of kindness, empathy, self-care, respect, and love, this is the feel-good book for our times. More than just a children's television show host, Mister Rogers was the friend who helped us appreciate the good things in ourselves, in others, and in the world around us. As soon as he stepped through his front door to change into his cardigan and sneakers, we knew we would meet new people and discover new things. Revisit some of Mister Rogers' greatest guidance that we learned alongside Daniel Tiger, X the Owl, King Friday the XIII, Henrietta Pussycat, and more, including: -You are special -Be generous with your gratitude -Feed the fish -All kinds of feelings are okay -Don't forget the fun And other caring thoughts!

Everything I Need to Know I Learned from Mister Rogers' Neighborhood: Wonderful Wisdom from Everyone's Favorite Neighbor

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