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5 Pieces of Relationship Wisdom We Learned From Hey Arnold!
Whether you’re single, taken or somewhere in between, the world of romance can be a lot to handle. To help, we’ve rounded up 5 savvy relationship tips from our Nickelodeon Hey Arnold! Guide To Relationships. From first dates to break-ups, Helga, Arnold and the gang are here to offer their wisdom. Nickelodeon Hey Arnold! Guide to Relationships View Book Use your wingmanSo you want to chat up that cutie at the party, but you’re feeling anxious? Let your wingman get you hyped and boost your confidence by talking you up... Read more...
5 Psychological Disorders Explained in Eye-Opening Infographics
How does it feel to suffer from pyromania? Or to have an irresistible urge to steal? These five impactful graphics from How Psychology Works break down what it's like to live with Dissociative Identity Disorder, a gambling addiction, and more. How Psychology Works View Book DID (Dissociative Identity Disorder)In this rare and severe condition, a person’s identity is fragmented into two or more distinct personality states, called alters. Each alter has its own persona, with its own pattern of thinking and communicating, even down to different handwriting and physical requirements,... Read more...
5 Reasons The Memory Activity Book is Right For You and Your Loved One
The Memory Activity Book is an invaluable resource packed with stimulating activities for people with memory impairment. Take a peek inside the book below and discover why this brand-new guide is a reliable companion for anyone navigating the challenging world of memory loss and dementia, including Alzheimer’s Disease. The Memory Activity Book View Book It’s practicalBased on rigorous dementia research, this book is packed with practical projects and activity suggestions that you can get started on right now. It also outlines the mental and physical benefits of each activity, so... Read more...
5 Reasons Why You Need Veg in One Bed on Your Bookshelf
Prepare to heap your plate with delicious home-grown vegetables! From YouTube gardening star Huw Richards, Veg in One Bed shows you how to grow your own vegetables easily and abundantly in one raised bed. Packed with month-by-month gardening knowledge, this inspiring and encouraging book makes vegetable gardening in a small space simple. The top five best things about this book? Read on below to find out! Veg in One Bed View Book Everything’s explained in clear, photographed stepsTake the guesswork out of gardening methods! Every step is illustrated with clear... Read more...
5 Rugrats Adulting Tips We All Could Use Right Now
Alarmed by the idea of adulting? Run down by responsibilities? Even when you’re technically a grown-up, it’s normal to feel like a dumb baby sometimes! Thankfully, Tommy, Chuckie and Angelica are here to help. We’ve rounded up 5 fantastic adulting tips from our Nickelodeon Rugrats Guide to Adulting, so you can sort out that work/life balance, discover soothing self-care, and be #winning in no time. Nickelodeon Rugrats Guide to Adulting View Book Get enough sleepIt’s no secret that getting a full eight hours of sleep on the regular is key... Read more...
6 Extraordinary Facts about The Avengers’ Tech and Tools
When you’re Earth’s Mightiest Heroes, your outfits, gadgets, weapons and tools are bound to be pretty incredible – and will have some hefty jobs to do. From shields to rockets to motorbikes and more, here are some things you may not have known about the Avengers’ coolest equipment. Marvel Studios Visual Dictionary View Book Wild wheelsCaptain America drives a 1942 Harley-Davidson WLA “Liberator” with customisations made by Howard Stark. It’s designed for battling Hydra vehicles while driving, and includes a handy self-destruct feature.The “Hulkbuster”The Mark XLIV is a unique addition... Read more...
6 incredible Japanese gardens
Perfectly designed to reflect the seasons, Japanese gardens are serene, beautiful, otherworldly oases. Classic Japanese gardens can generally be divided into four types: - Paradise gardens, which have an island in the middle of a lotus pond, reflect the Pure Land, or Buddhist paradise; - Karesansui (dry-landscape gardens), which are often known as Zen gardens as they’re usually part of the landscaping of Buddhist Zen temples; - Kaiyu-shiki (stroll gardens), which are designed for walking; - and roji (dewy ground), which are simple gardens found in Japanese tea houses. To... Read more...
6 of the best places for late-summer sun
In a month or so summer will draw to a close, with temperatures starting to drop and the high-season crowds beginning disperse – it’s the perfect time to plan a trip. Not only will you be treated to uncrowded cities and peaceful beaches, but the long and comfortably warm days are ideal for exploring without the midsummer heat. Here, we’ve rounded up six of the best destinations to soak up some late-summer sun. Read more...
Six ways you can survive a trip offline
Living in a well-connected world means it’s becoming even harder to switch off when you travel. But guess what? No phone = no problem. Make the most of a digital detox during your next getaway with these six tips to surviving a trip offline, compiled by September Withers...Use a map There’s something very mindful about using a map. Cognitive research suggests that by using a physical map you’re more likely to develop a deeper understanding of the area you explore. So if you want to travel meaningfully in a new... Read more...
7 Awesome DK Science Fair Books for All Ages
By Shannon McClintock Miller, Teacher Librarian The new year is here, and we’ve jumped right back into all the wonderful things that take place in classrooms and libraries throughout the year.At the school where I was a teacher librarian, the new year meant that the annual science fair was right around the corner. The students would create impressive projects showcasing the results of their hard work in the form of a display board, report, model, digital story, or other delightful presentation.As the teacher librarian in our district, I came into... Read more...
7 Halloween Costumes Inspired by DK Books
While you can’t go wrong with a Halloween classic (witches, skeletons and ghosts), you sometimes want a costume that has that little extra something. We went a bit outside the box and imagined Halloween costumes inspired by DK books. Can you imagine wearing any of these surreal outfits? This year, you could be… A computer coding tag You can bet the streets will be packed with goblins, monsters and super heroes on Halloween night. But how many or tags will there be? Just one – and it could be you.... Read more...
7 of history’s most epic journeys
Human history is a story of travel. From the very beginning, we have demonstrated an innate urge to wander, explore and discover, and our past is peppered with tales of incredible journeys to far-flung lands. From Viking voyages around Europe to road tripping along Route 66, we’ve rounded up seven of history’s most amazing journeys. Here, discover each route’s fascinating past and plan some modern day exploration of your own. Journey View Book Route 66 Seen by many as a symbol of the American spirit, Route 66 is one of... Read more...