abigail wheatley

Countdown to Christmas: A Festive Adventure for Every Day

**Ignite the magic of Christmas with daily festive fun!**

**Countdown to Christmas** is a treasure trove of delightful activities designed to fill every day in December with joyful anticipation. This book is your ultimate guide to creating a wonderland of Christmas cheer, filled with simple crafts, delicious treats, and charming decorations that will delight children of all ages.

Unleash Your Creativity with Simple, Fun Activities

**Countdown to Christmas** is packed with easy-to-follow projects that require minimal supplies, ensuring that you can create magic with what you already have at home. Get creative with your family and craft stunning garlands, adorable gift tags, and even delicious reindeer snacks!

A Festive Feast for the Senses

From twinkling decorations to mouthwatering treats, this book will engage all of your senses. Transform everyday objects into festive wonders with simple crafting techniques and create a Christmas atmosphere that will spark wonder and delight.

Reviews

**"Countdown to Christmas" is a delightful resource that makes the countdown to Christmas even more magical! The activities are so creative and engaging, and my children loved getting to participate in each one. It's the perfect way to make memories and build excitement for the holidays."** - Sarah M.

**"This book is a lifesaver! It's full of fun, easy ideas that are perfect for families with young children. My kids had a blast making the reindeer snacks, and I loved how simple the activities were to put together."** - John B.

**Bring the magic of Christmas to life with "Countdown to Christmas" – a delightful guide for creating lasting memories with your loved ones!**

First Magic Painting Under The Sea: A Dive into Colourful Fun

This captivating book takes young children on a magical underwater adventure, introducing them to a delightful cast of familiar sea creatures.

Immerse Yourself in Colourful Discovery

**First Magic Painting Under The Sea** features simple, stylish illustrations designed specifically to capture the attention of little ones. Each page showcases beloved ocean inhabitants in bold black and white outlines, ready to come to life with a touch of water.

Unleash the Magic of Colour

Simply brush water over the designs and watch in awe as they transform into vibrant colours, revealing the true beauty of each creature. This interactive experience encourages children to explore their creativity and ignite their imagination.

Why We Love This Book

This book is a delightful blend of entertainment and learning, offering a unique way for children to engage with the underwater world. It encourages:

* **Fine Motor Skills Development:** The act of brushing water over the pages helps develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.

* **Colour Recognition and Exploration:** The vibrant colours that emerge engage children's visual senses and introduce them to different shades and hues.

* **Imaginative Play:** The whimsical underwater world encourages children to create their own stories and adventures.

**First Magic Painting Under the Sea** is a perfect choice for young children who love to explore and discover the wonders of the ocean.

First Magic Painting Garden: A World of Colour Awaits!

This enchanting book invites young artists to experience the magic of color and create their own blooming garden.

Unleash Your Inner Artist

**First Magic Painting Garden** features a collection of beautifully designed black and white illustrations depicting popular garden flowers, playful bugs, and charming wildlife. Each image awaits the touch of a brush and water to reveal its vibrant hues.

How it Works:

The magic lies in the special ink used in the illustrations. Simply use a damp brush to gently paint over the black and white designs. As the water touches the ink, the images miraculously transform into a colorful masterpiece.

A Perfect Activity for Little Hands:

This engaging activity promotes creativity and fine motor skills. Children will delight in watching their brushstrokes bring life to the illustrations, while developing their artistic abilities.

A Book Full of Possibilities:

With each new brushstroke, children can create unique and personalized garden scenes. They can experiment with different shades of color and patterns, allowing their imagination to flourish.

**First Magic Painting Garden** is an exciting and engaging way to introduce children to the world of art and creativity. It's a perfect gift for any child who loves nature, art, and a little bit of magic!

Khám phá thế giới ngọt ngào cùng "Bí kíp làm bánh cho mọi người"

Tận hưởng niềm vui sáng tạo trong từng chiếc bánh

Cuốn sách "Bí kíp làm bánh cho mọi người" là hành trình tuyệt vời đưa bạn khám phá thế giới ngọt ngào đầy màu sắc. Từ những công thức đơn giản dễ làm cho người mới bắt đầu cho đến những tác phẩm hảo hạng dành cho những người đam mê thử thách, sách cung cấp đầy đủ kiến thức và kỹ năng để bạn tự tay tạo nên những chiếc bánh ngon tuyệt vời.

Bí mật của sự thành công

Bên cạnh những công thức chi tiết, cuốn sách còn bật mí những mẹo nhỏ, những gợi ý trang trí độc đáo, giúp bạn biến tấu ngẫu hứng, tạo nên những chiếc bánh thật ấn tượng. Không chỉ là những hướng dẫn chi tiết, sách còn truyền tải niềm vui, sự sáng tạo, giúp bạn tự tin thể hiện bản thân qua từng chiếc bánh.

Chuẩn bị hành trang cho một đầu bếp tài ba

Trước khi bắt tay vào thực hiện, hãy dành thời gian để đọc kỹ hướng dẫn sử dụng và kiểm tra xem bạn đã chuẩn bị đầy đủ nguyên liệu, dụng cụ cần thiết. Và đừng quên rửa tay sạch sẽ trước khi chế biến nhé!

Nâng cao kỹ năng, khơi dậy niềm đam mê

Qua việc tự tay làm bánh, bạn sẽ trau dồi được nhiều kỹ năng như cân đong đo đếm, sử dụng lò nướng, bếp, dụng cụ làm bánh. Đồng thời, bạn còn rèn luyện sự khéo léo của đôi tay, khả năng tư duy, óc sáng tạo.

Lời kết

Cuốn sách "Bí kíp làm bánh cho mọi người" là người bạn đồng hành tuyệt vời cho những ai yêu thích làm bánh. Với những kiến thức hữu ích, những công thức hấp dẫn, cuốn sách sẽ giúp bạn tự tin thực hiện những chiếc bánh thơm ngon, độc đáo và mang đậm phong cách riêng của mình. Hãy cùng bắt đầu hành trình khám phá thế giới ngọt ngào ngay hôm nay!

<p>The Usborne Book Of Face Painting</p>

<p>Perfect for children, parents or anyone else keen to try their hand at face-painting anything from tigers, aliens and sharks to unicorns, rainbows and superheroes.</p>

<p>Wild Animals Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Packed with fascinating scenes showing tigers, turtles, penguins, flamingos and other amazing animals in their natural habitats. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of glorious colours.</p>

<p>First Magic Painting Farm</p>

<p>Filled with simple, stylish images designed to appeal to young children. Just brush water over the bold black and white designs to watch a sturdy tractor, a smiling scarecrow and a cheepy chick burst into colour.</p>

<p>Garden Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Packed with vivid scenes showing garden favourites from a pumpkin patch to busy butterflies and frolicking foxes. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of sumptuous colours.</p>

<p>Winter Wonderland Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Filled with wintry whimsy, from ice-skating unicorns to snow castles, northern lights and other fantastical delights. Use the brush provided to sweep water over the designs and festive colours magically appear! A mess-free way to keep children busy in the holidays. Simply tuck the waterproof back flap under each page as it's painted, to stop water from seeping through to the rest of the book.</p>

<p>Magic Paint Yourself Calm</p>

<p>Relax - take a moment to breathe. This delightful painting book will help make space for your mind to calm down. It's filled with exquisite scenes from the natural world that will help children - and adults - focus on the here and now and let go of worries. Simply brush water over the tranquil black and white designs to reveal an inspiring array of beautiful colours. Includes an introductory page with tips on mindfulness.</p>

<p>Castle Sticker Book</p>

<p>Find out about life inside and outside a historic castle, from the point of view of modern visitors. Watch re-enactors jousting, visitors trying on knights' helmets, and guides demonstrating a medieval bath tub.</p>

<p>Magic Painting Christmas Cards</p>

<p>These folded magic painting cards are printed with jolly pictures of Christmas trees and snowmen. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal a stunning array of festive colours. Perfect for keeping little hands busy over the Christmas holidays. The pack contains 10 cards, two each of five designs, plus envelopes and a quality, wood-handled brush.</p>

<p>Step Inside Long Ago Ancient Rome</p>

<p>Peep through the beautifully laser-cut pages to find out all about life in Ancient Rome. See Roman soldiers holding a victory parade, citizens visiting a bath house, and gladiators preparing for battle. Lift the flaps to find tigers lurking under trapdoors in the Colosseum, and to see inside a Roman apartment building.</p>

<p>Easter Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Packed with delightful scenes showing Easter bunnies, chicks and other creatures in flowery spring settings. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of uplifting colours.</p>

<p>Space Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Full of awe-inspiring scenes from space. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to watch everything from asteroids to Sun probes burst into magical colours.</p>

<p>Coral Reef Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Packed with fascinating scenes showing fish, turtles and other sea creatures swimming among beautiful corals. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of glorious colours.</p>

<p>Little First Stickers Shops (Little Sticker Books)</p>

<p>This delightful sticker book gives you the chance to fit out your favourite high street shops, from a Florist and a Patisserie to a Grocer's Store, a Toy Shop, and of course, a Sweet Shop! Stickers include goods to display on shelves and in windows, plus charming animal shoppers and staff.</p>

<p>The Story Of Painting: 1 (Art Books)</p>

<p>This is an engaging history of Western Art from cave paintings through to modern times, plus information about the artists and their lives and techniques. It is illustrated with a combination of full colour reproductions of the original works of art and humorous line drawings. Internet links lead to a range of fascinating websites, including online art galleries and lots more about the artists featured in the book.</p>

<p>Easy Origami</p>

<p>Simply pull out a sheet from the book and turn to the simple, step-by-step instructions to fold one of 11 different origami animals. From birds and butterflies to fish, dinosaurs and whales, you can fold yourself a colourful menagerie of 61 origami creatures. The instructions are easy to follow, and include QR links to folding videos on the Usborne website.</p>

<p>Bugs Snap</p>

<p>Children can learn about turn-taking, rules and winning and losing while enjoying vibrant illustrations of exotic bugs, from beetles, butterflies and bees to leafhoppers and stick insects and dragonflies.</p>

<p>Birds Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Filled with detailed scenes showing an array of brilliant birds, from flamingos and hummingbirds to kingfishers and macaws. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to reveal an array of vivid colours.</p>

<p>Rainbows Magic Painting Book</p>

<p>Packed with bewitching rainbow scenes and magical creatures from unicorns and fairies to dragons and mermaids. Simply brush water over the black and white designs to watch the enchanting rainbow colours appear.</p>

<p>The Amazing Discoveries Of 100 Brilliant Scientists </p>

<p>Discover the scientific breakthroughts of 100 brilliant scientists, from Albert Einstein, Marie Curie and Stephen Hawking, to lesser-known geniuses including 4th-century mathematician Hypatia of Alexandria, 11th-century Chinese polymath Shen Kuo and 20th-century Kenyan environmentalist Wangari Maathai.</p>