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Publisher
Bloomsbury USA
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
From old-fashioned classics to new high-tech varieties, this comprehensive guide to playing games and creating fun includes intricate clapping games, bike rodeo and Google Earth challenges in this follow up to Unbored: The Essential Field Guide to Serious Fun.
Author
Language
English
Description
"A chilling and blisteringly relevant literary novel of social horror centered around a brutal killing that takes place in a full-contact haunted escape room-a provocative exploration of capitalism, hate politics, racial fetishism, and our obsession with fear as entertainment. On April 27, 1997, four contestants make it to the final cell of the Quigley House, a full-contact haunted escape room in Lincoln, Nebraska, made famous for its monstrosities,...
Author
Publisher
Page Street
Pub. Date
c2014
Language
English
Description
Activities range from catapult competitions and spray bottle freeze tag to how to make tissue box monster shoes and melted crayon fabric art. And with outdoor and indoor activities and tips for adjusting according to your child's age, you'll have hours and hours of never-ending fun with your family.
Publisher
Bloomsbury USA
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Description
Activities parents will remember from their childhoods are presented alongside bold new possibilities: science experiments, crafts and upcycling, board game hacking, code-cracking, geocaching, skateboard repair, yarn bombing, stop-action movie-making - plus tons of trivia, best-of lists, and forward-thinking ideas made accessible to kids.
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Language
English
Formats
Description
"From the New York Times-bestselling author of How We Got to Now and Where Good Ideas Come From, a look at the world-changing innovations we made while keeping ourselves entertained. This lushly illustrated history of popular entertainment takes along-zoom approach, contending that the pursuit of novelty and wonder is a powerful driver of world-shaping technological change. Steven Johnson argues that, throughout history, the cutting edge of innovation...
Author
Publisher
Sourcebooks, Inc
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
"Everyone has a daunting "bucket list" of things to complete before they die. The problem? We spend too much time creating lists of what we want to achieve instead of just doing it. The Big Bucket List Book will transform the way you look at the world and the power you have to achieve your dreams. In this charming and practical collection, Gin Sander offers over 130 fresh ideas for infusing your life with a bit of glamor, adventure, and style for...
Author
Publisher
Adams Media
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Description
"Kickstart your social life with over 350 fun-filled activities designed to help you make new friends, bond with your family, and make the most out of every day.What do you want to do today? That's easy-simply gather some friends and pick out your next adventure from The Live Life Now List. If you're struggling to figure out your weekend plans, trying to avoid the same-old activities you and your friends do every night, or simply can't stand to spend...
Author
Publisher
G.P. Putnam's Sons
Pub. Date
[2021]
Language
English
Description
"There are endless possibilities for keeping spirits high and brains engaged at home, including throwing a virtual party, holding family Olympics, learning a magic trick, making a flip book, and many more. Doodles, jokes, and entertaining tips enliven the crafts, games, adventures, projects, and creative boredom-busting activities the whole family will enjoy. Most call for common crafting gear and household items, ensuring hours of fun at the tip...
Author
Publisher
Usborne Publishing Limited
Pub. Date
2023.
Language
English
Description
"This treasure trove of boredom-busting ideas will keep children entertained for hours on end, whatever the weather. Stage a shadow puppet show, make musical instruments, fly a kite and lots more, then stimulate your brain with riddles, word games and memory puzzles. With specially selected links to websites with even more fun things to do."--
15) Screen-free fun
Publisher
The School of Life
Pub. Date
2021.
Language
English
Description
"Whether we're big or small, it can be hard to get away from our screens. Most children spend between five and seven hours a day looking at some form of screen, and most grown-ups spend twice as much time. Screens promise endless entertainment, but the more time we spend with them, the more we lose sight of all that is strange, fascinating, and delightful in the world around us. Even when we're stuck indoors, there are infinite possibilities for banishing...
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Series
Publisher
National Geographic Kids
Pub. Date
[2014]
Language
English
Description
Presents ideas for living each day to the fullest such as becoming an explorer, volunteering in the community, learning yoga, and solving a mystery, with tips from real life adventurers and profiles of interesting jobs for kids.
Author
Publisher
HarperCollins Publishers
Pub. Date
2019.
Language
English
Description
"From the #1 New York Times bestselling author ofThe Dangerous Book for Boys comes the long-awaited sequel - another action-packed adventure guide featuring full-color illustrations, perfect for dads, grads, and boys of all ages.The Double Dangerous Book for Boys is a treasure trove of the essential activities and skills that have defined generations of boyhoods, from building a treehouse to fishing to finding true north."--Amazon.
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