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Are We Having Fun Yet?

Maria Birmingham (author) Katy Dockrill (illustrator)

Publisher: Orca Book Publishers ISBN: 9781459830950

Humans have searched out fun for centuries - chariot races, dueling crickets, roller coasters, Rubik's Cubes. It seems we've always had a knack for finding interesting ways to have a good time. Of course, it wasn’t always that way. Our earliest ancestors had to worry more about survival than finding something to do in their free time. But as we evolved and daily living got a little easier, we began to think a bit more about entertainment. It started simply, with storytelling by a fire. Soon it grew into activities like banquets, spectator sports, theater and fairs, to name just a few. Today huge theme parks attract thrill-seekers and people step into virtual worlds for fun. And that’s just scratching the surface. With things like virtual reality, fidget spinners and global phenomena like Pokémon Go, who knows what the future of fun will hold!

Video Games

Jeanne Sturm (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906857

This book presents an illustrated discussion of the history and evolution of video games and consoles, the development of handheld games, the various genres available, the places one can play, and careers in the industry.

Nerding Out About Role-Playing

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942055

Nerding Out About Role-Playing covers the wonderfully nerdy world of role-playing: from cosplay to DnD. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Nerding Out About Science Fiction

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942062

Nerding Out About Science Fiction covers the wonderfully nerdy world of sci-fi: from space operas to dystopian societies. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Nerding Out About Fantasy

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942024

Nerding Out About Fantasy covers the wonderfully nerdy world of fantasy: from languages spoken in fantasy worlds to popular fantasy games. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Nerding Out About Gaming

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942031

Nerding Out About Gaming covers the wonderfully nerdy world of gaming: from boardgames to videogames. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Nerding Out About Japanese Popular Culture

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942048

Nerding Out About Japanese Popular Culture covers the wonderfully nerdy world of Japanese popular culture: from anime to J-Pop. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Nerding Out About DIY

Virginia Loh-Hagan (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668942017

Nerding Out About DIY covers the wonderfully nerdy world of DIY: from cosplay costume DIY to customization of technology. This 45th Parallel hi-lo series includes considerate vocabulary and high-interest content.

Starter Guide to Super Mario Party

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941577

Super Mario Party brings the fun and intense competition of board games to the Nintendo Switch. Readers will find out how to roll the dice toward victory using the tips and tricks in this book. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to Super Smash Bros.

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941584

In the wildly successful Super Smash Bros. series, players can choose from dozens of the most popular Nintendo characters as they compete against each other. Readers will be introduced to the tips and tricks needed to win. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to Pokémon

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941553

With each new game in the long-running Pokémon series, a new generation of players is introduced to the simple, yet irresistible concept of catching colorful monsters and battling them against other players. In this book, readers will learn the basics of what they need to get started on their own Pokémon-collecting journey. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to Rocket League

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941560

Rocket League is a big game with a simple idea: what if rocket-powered cars could be used to play soccer? Readers will discover the basics of what they need to succeed in this fast-paced game. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to Animal Crossing

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941522

Millions of players around the world have discovered the cozy fun of settling a new town in the Animal Crossing series. In this book, readers will find out how to start exploring their own island communities. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to The Legend of Zelda

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941539

The Legend of Zelda presents players with a world of action and adventure. The tips and hints in this book will set new players up for success as they dive into this fan-favorite franchise. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to Mario Kart

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941546

The long-running Mario Kart series gives players the chance to zoom across some of Nintendo's most imaginative settings in high-speed races. This book's tips and strategies offer the perfect starter pack for new players. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Starter Guide to Among Us

Josh Gregory (author)

Publisher: Cherry Lake Publishing ISBN: 9781668941515

Almost overnight, Among Us went form a little-known indie game to one of the world's biggest multiplayer hits. In this book, readers will learn how to get started in in this game of intrigue and imposters. Content is presented in a clear and concise way, perfect for the younger hands-on techie.

Warp Zone: The Future of Gaming

Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649836

Have you ever wondered what video games will look like in five years? Ten years? What about 100 years from now? In Warp Zone: The Future of Gaming, you'll zoom into the future at warp-speed to explore the future of video gaming. See what’s next for technology, game design, eSports, and more. Game on!

Level Up: Secrets of the Games We Love

Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649850

Get ready to level-up your video game knowledge! In Level Up: Secrets of the Games We Love, you’ll unlock the secrets behind the world’s most popular video games, characters, and consoles. This fact-packed book will reveal little-known stories and history behind some of the most popular video games. There’s more to your favorite games than you might imagine ...

Power On: The History of Gaming

Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649430

Are you ready to get a high score in video game history? Travel back in time to discover the very first video games, consoles, and characters. Power On: The History of Gaming is the story of how today’s most popular video games and eSports got their start. Game on!

High Score: The Players and People Behind the Games

Kaitlyn Duling (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781731649843

Do you dream of hitting high scores and winning championships? In High Score: The Players and People Behind the Games, you’ll meet the top designers, gamers, and teams in eSports. This “who’s who” of video game greats tells about the top record-holders, highest earners, eSport celebrities, and more! Once you’re done reading, it’ll be time to take your place as the World’s Greatest eSports Fan. Game on!

Cupcakes, Cookies, and Cakes

Tracy Maurer (author)

Publisher: Rourke Publishing ISBN: 9781615906260

Kids learn to safely bake and decorate cupcakes, cookies, and cakes for special occasions using illustrated step-by-step directions.

Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Kim Mitzo Thompson, Karen Mitzo Hilderbrand, Haley Garinger (author) Carlos Reynoso (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781640338876

Kids will love getting ready to celebrate Thanksgiving Day by making these easy-to-make, fun crafts. No patterns are needed to complete these simple masterpieces. Detailed materials list, step-by-step directions, and photographs of each finished craft will help kids, parents, and teachers complete each one.

St. Patrick's Day Crafts for Kids

Morgan Thompson, Emma Paul (author) Carlos Reynoso (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781640338975

Kids will love celebrating St. Patrick’s Day by making these easy-to-make, fun crafts. No patterns are needed to complete these simple masterpieces. Detailed materials list, step-by-step directions, and photographs of each finished craft will help kids, parents, and teachers complete each one.

Pirates Crafts & More

Haley Garinger (author) Carlos Reynoso (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781640331730

Kids will love celebrating Pirate’s Day or making these easy-to-make pirate’s crafts anytime! No patterns are needed to complete these simple masterpieces. Detailed materials list, step-by-step directions, and photographs of each finished craft will help kids, parents, and teachers complete each one.

Halloween Crafts

Haley Garinger (author) Carlos Reynoso (illustrator)

Publisher: Twin Sisters ISBN: 9781640331723

Kids will love getting ready to celebrate Halloween by making these easy-to-make, fun crafts. No patterns are needed to complete these simple masterpieces. Detailed materials list, step-by-step directions, and photographs of each finished craft will help kids, parents, and teachers complete each one.