Mary Edwards Walker was unconventional for her time: She was one of the first women doctors in the country, she was a suffragist, and she wore pants! And when the Civil War struck, she took to the battlefields in a modified Union uniform as a commissioned doctor. For her service she became the only woman ever to earn the Medal of Honor. This picture book biography tells the story of a remarkable woman who challenged traditional roles and lived life on her own terms

A Halloween board book featuring Thing One and Thing Two from Dr. Seuss's The Cat in the Hat!Written in super-simple rhyme, little boys and ghouls will giggle with glee at this ever-so-slightly spooky board book starring Things One and Two dressing up in classic Halloween costumes--including ghosts, bats, skeletons, black cats, and pumpkins! It's a sweet Halloween treat and a great way to introduce babies and toddlers to the world of Dr. Seuss!

A stunning volume showcasing the magnificent court dress of the Russian Empire, culled from the authoritative collection at the State Hermitage Museum in St. Petersburg, photographed with the Winter Palace as a backdrop. Prerevolutionary Russia was renowned for the glamorous and luxurious lifestyles of the nobility, with their opulent palaces and glittering social life. Now, this lavish volume reveals the incredible clothing they wore, from everyday dress and ceremonial attire (traditional holidays outfits and military uniforms) to dress for special occasions, including elaborate evening wear for theater and musical events and fancy masquerade balls. Celebrated for luxurious materials and impeccable craftsmanship, the dress of the Russian nobility was haute couture at its finest. With beautiful photography and details highlighting the hand-spun silks and lace and jeweled embroideries, Russian Splendor highlights the glamour of this gilded age and offers a fascinating window into a vanished world. Essays by Hermitage Museum curators, alongside historic Russian paintings and photographs, place the clothing in a historical context, revealing the rich cultural layers and artistic influ... [Read More]

This Step 2 deluxe Step into Reading leveled reader features The Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About That!—plus over thirty stickers!   It’s Halloween, and the Cat in the Hat is taking Sally and Nick on a trip to find costumes. But when they encounter a colony of tiny cave bats, they are in for a fright—until they learn that most bats are harmless and nothing to be afraid of! Based on the PBS Kids Cat in the Hat Knows a Lot About Halloween! TV special, coming in 2016, this early reader with over thirty stickers is the perfect way for kids to celebrate the holiday—and learn a bit about an iconic Halloween animal!   Step 2 Readers use basic vocabulary and short sentences to tell simple stories. For children who recognize familiar words and can sound out new words with help.

Unprecedented access to the prestigious Embroiderers' Guild's huge collection of embroidered birds through the ages, complete with detailed comments about each piece.This fantastic book showcases the Embroiderers' Guild's huge collection of embroidered birds through the ages. Featuring photographs taken especially for the book, items are shown in full and also with detail images to show off the birds at their best. These wonderful embroidered treasures are as varied as wall hangings, dresses, bridal bags and samplers, some of which date back to the seventeenth century. The images are shown with extended captions giving the country of origin, age, size and the embroidery techniques employed to make them. Now housed in the Bucks County Museum (UK), the collection hails from countries such as China, Japan, North America, Spain, Greece, Italy, Turkey, Norway and Switzerland. This books represents an opportunity to see fabulous embroideries that are rarely seen in public.

The first ever book of Doctor Who paper dolls, including all twelve doctors, a range of companions and characters, and more than fifty different outfits accompanied by captions and trivia for each!Take your obsession with Doctor Who to an imaginative new dimension with Doctor Who: Paper Dolls. Role play as your favorite Doctor, replay the Doctors’ greatest episodes, and travel through space and time with close companions, including Rose, Donna, Missy, and the latest sidekick companion, Bill. Each doll is printed on heavy art cardstock and comes with a range of outfits to mix and match any adventure, all with captions providing background information and trivia. You can also take your dress-up to the next galactic level with cosplay tips from Christel Dee, star of Doctor Who: The Fan Show.

10 LED Projects for Geeks is a collection of interactive and customizable projects that all have the humble LED in common, but don’t write them off as basic! You’ll learn how to make challenging and imaginative gadgets like a magic wand that controls lights using hand gestures, a pen-sized controller for music synthesizers, a light strip that dances to the beat of music, and even an LED sash that flashes scrolling text you send from your phone.Every project includes photos, step-by-step directions, colorful circuit diagrams, and the complete code to bring the project to life. As you work your way through the book, you’ll pick up adaptable skills that will take your making abilities to the next level. You’ll learn how to:- Design versatile circuits for your own needs- Build and print a custom printed circuit board- Create flexible circuits which you can use to make any wearable you dream up- Turn analog signal into digital data your microcontroller can read- Use gesture recognition and wireless interaction for your own Internet of Things projects- Experiment with copper tape and create circuits with paper and foil- Build "smart" gadgets that make decisions with sensorsIf yo... [Read More]

Take a behind-the-scenes journey into the richly detailed yet minimalist totalitarian futuristic universe of Mirror's Edge™ Catalyst with this oversized hardcover art book! Each glossy page is jam-packed with never before seen art, commentary, and insight from the creators of the game! See the concepts behind Faith and her world take shape! From freeruning up the tallest skyscrapers to delving into the secrets of the Mirror's Edge world, both fans and newcomers alike won't want to miss this beautiful art book experience! The Art of Mirror's Edge Catalyst will be released by Dark Horse simultaneously with the game.

The Tail Waggin’ Winterfest is the highlight of the season in the famously pet-friendly Pocono Mountains town of Sylvan Creek. But despite attractions like an ice sculpture display, a dogsled race, and gourmet hot chocolate, Daphne Templeton finds herself annoyed by TV producer Lauren Savidge, who’s filming the festivities. She’s critical, controlling, and as chilly as the January air. Daphne would like to tell her to go jump in a lake—and as a matter of fact, that’s exactly what they’re both going to do . . .   It’s the first-ever polar bear plunge in Lake Wallapawakee, and Daphne and Lauren are among the eighty or so people who charge into the frigid water to raise funds for animals in need. Daphne makes it back to shore—with the help of a mysterious St. Bernard—but Lauren is dragged out stone cold dead. Now, with her trusty basset hound Socrates at her side, Daphne intends to assist Detective Jonathan Black in his investigation—whether he wants her to or not . . .   Includes recipes for homemade pet treats!   “Doggone charming from start to finish!” —Cleo Coyle, New York Times bestselling author on Death by Chocolate Lab

The electrical fences and advanced technology of Jurassic World didn't stop the dinosaurs from escaping and terrorizing the visitors, just like nothing is going to stop you from having the best Halloween yet when you dress in this one-piece inflatable T-Rex suit. A built-in fan will keep you cool all night, so whether you're trick or treating through Jurassic World or you're going to a fun party with your friends, you'll be comfortable! You can also don this costume to the premiere of the upcoming film; you'll look so great, people will forget all about the movie and all eyes

Hailed as the biggest carnivore ever, the T-Rex is a fearsome, nine-ton titan. Your boy might not be so big, but you can help him pump up in this officially licensed Halloween outfit. This lightweight costume is primarily tan and printed with scales and stripes that make up a real dino's leather-like skin. It has an attached long tail and comes with two-fingered gloves, three-toed boot covers and a head covering that features yellow eyes with slitted pupils, a long snout and saber-shaped

1).Elsa costume, sequin top, gentle pleating from waist.2).Round neck and scoop back.3).Made from non-itchy and comfortable fabric.4).Perfect for Birthday Party, Dress Up, Halloween, Cosplay, Pretend Play, Role Play.5).It is better for