Features ideas for twelve themed children's parties, and includes suggestions for games, activities, recipes, and decorations as well as templates for invitations and party favors.

Presents a guide to planning the perfect party, with tips and ideas for party themes and decorations, including an elephant baby shower, a circus train birthday party, and a hot air balloon party.

Celebrate the tender story The Little Gardener with a beautiful new cover in the updated 2018 edition! There was once a little gardener and his garden meant everything to him. He worked hard, very hard, but he was just too little (or at least he felt he was). In this gentle, beautiful tale, Emily Hughes, the celebrated author of Wild, departs from the larger than life Wild-girl of her debut to pursue a littler than life Gardener, in a story that teaches us just how important it is to persist and try, no matter what the odds. With delicately woven tapestries of illustrated magic, Hughes once again transports us to a world not unlike our own, while still brimming with fantasy and wonder.

This New York Times bestselling book is filled with hundreds of fun, deceptively simple, budget-friendly ideas for sprucing up your home. With two home renovations under their (tool) belts and millions of hits per month on their blog YoungHouseLove.com, Sherry and John Petersik are home-improvement enthusiasts primed to pass on a slew of projects, tricks, and techniques to do-it-yourselfers of all levels. Packed with 243 tips and ideas—both classic and unexpected—and more than 400 photographs and illustrations, this is a book that readers will return to again and again for the creative projects and easy-to-follow instructions in the relatable voice the Petersiks are known for. Learn to trick out a thrift-store mirror, spice up plain old roller shades, "hack" your Ikea table to create three distinct looks, and so much more.

Cars and trucks and bikes and trains! Rvs and construction vehicles too! Everything goes Ride along with Henry and his dad as they visit the big city and check out all the amazing vehicles around them. Full of mini-story lines, endless seek-and-find activities, and hundreds of funny details, Everything Goes: On Land is an interactive book that provides hours of fun!

Make memories your children will treasure forever. As the creator of PartyStyle.com and editor-in-chief of Party Style magazine, Gemma Touchstone knows how to make children's celebrations memorable. And with her help, you'll want to find any excuse to party! Packed with easy and elegant DIY craft ideas, cool themes, and must-read entertaining tips, this book shows you how to party in style.

Entertaining starts with setting a fabulous table. In Courtney Allison’s signature French Country Cottage style, she showcases a myriad of romantic table settings for every occasion. Courtney provides the styling expertise to host your own French Country Cottage–inspired gathering, whether in the backyard, at the beach, under an old oak tree, or in a country barn. A simple picnic; coffee by the lake; a cheese board for friends outdoors; a bistro table for two; a long table for a formal meal—each setting exhibiting Allison’s dreamy style for you to emulate. The pièce de résistance in every venue, any setting, is the gorgeous arrangements of seasonal flowers; Courtney’s bouquets will take your breath away from spring to fall, for outdoors and inside.

Party in style! Enjoy easy entertaining! Filled with DIY decoration ideas and tons of time-saving tips, this book lets you create one-of-a-kind events that your guests will never forget. Try these crowd-pleasing treats at your next gathering. - Crazy Cotton Candy Dip - Bacon Burger on a Stick - Lasagna in a Jar - Grilled Cheese Station - Noah's Horchata This book is like your own personal party planner with quizzes, timelines, checklists, sample menus, and decorative crafts. Perfect for parents, teachers, and teens! No matter how big or small your soire?É?Öe, Party Style makes it easy to create the celebration of your dreams for all your friends and family to enjoy.

Looking to add a touch of magic to your next birthday celebration? Dive into the world of themed birthday parties for endless inspiration and unforgettable memories! Whether you're planning a bash for yourself or a loved one, themed parties offer the perfect opportunity to transform any gathering into a whimsical adventure tailored to your interests and passions. In this two volume work, we present you with 100 exciting and creative ideas, presented in two parts, Volume One and Volume Two, for themed birthday parties that are sure to inspire and elevate your next celebration. Whether you're planning a party for a child, a teenager, or an adult, there's something for everyone on this list. From whimsical fairy tales to thrilling adventures, elegant masquerades to immersive cultural experiences, we've curated a diverse range of themes to spark your imagination and help you create an extraordinary celebration. Movie Night Extravaganza: Roll out the red carpet and turn your living room into a mini movie theater for a Hollywood-inspired bash. Guests can come dressed as their favorite movie characters, and you can screen classic films or host a movie marathon featuring all-time favorites. Under the Sea Adventure: Dive deep into the depths of the ocean with an under the sea-themed birthday party. Transform your space into an underwater wonderland with shimmering blue decorations, mermaid tails, and colorful sea creatures. Serve seafood delicacies and ocean-inspired treats for a truly immersive experience. Gatsby Glamour Soiree: Step back in time to the roaring '20s with a Gatsby-inspired birthday bash. Deck out your venue in art deco decor, don your finest flapper attire, and indulge in decadent cocktails and jazz music reminiscent of the prohibition era. Enchanted Garden Party: Create a magical oasis in your backyard with an enchanted garden-themed birthday party. Adorn your space with fairy lights, floral arrangements, and whimsical decor inspired by nature. Invite guests to dress as woodland creatures or fairytale characters for an ethereal celebration. Carnival Spectacular: Bring the excitement of the carnival to your birthday bash with a colorful and lively carnival-themed party. Set up carnival games, popcorn machines, and cotton candy stands for a fun-filled extravaganza. Don't forget to provide plenty of prizes for your guests to win! Superhero Showdown: Channel your inner superhero with an action-packed superhero-themed birthday party. Encourage guests to come dressed as their favorite heroes or villains, and set up fun activities like obstacle courses and superhero training sessions. Serve up heroic snacks and treats to keep your guests fueled for adventure. Outer Space Odyssey: Blast off into the cosmos with an out-of-this-world space-themed birthday party. Deck out your venue with glowing stars, planets, and space-themed decorations. Guests can come dressed as astronauts or aliens, and you can serve cosmic cocktails and celestial snacks for an intergalactic experience. Mystical Masquerade Ball: Step into a world of mystery and intrigue with a mystical masquerade ball-themed birthday party. Encourage guests to don masks and elegant attire for an evening of enchantment and glamour. Create an atmosphere of magic with candlelit ambiance, live music, and decadent desserts fit for royalty. No matter what theme you choose, themed birthday parties offer endless opportunities for creativity, imagination, and fun. So pick a theme that speaks to you and let your imagination run wild as you plan the celebration of a lifetime!"

Have a party coming up? Use this book to create fun and unique crafts to give to your guests. Crafters practice comprehension skills as they use text and diagrams to follow the steps for each project. The activities push students to learn and apply domain-specific vocabulary, practice new techniques, and build on concepts that may already be familiar. Other tools, including an index and additional resources, encourage readers to locate information and explore further independently.