Play Activities

Unlock the secrets of chess mastery with The Fundamentals of Chess Strategy. This comprehensive guide is your gateway to understanding the deeper aspects of chess, transforming you from an amateur to a strategic thinker at the board. Dive deep into the heart of each game as you learn to distinguish between strategy and tactics, going beyond mere memorization of openings to truly understand the game’s essence. Begin your journey with an engaging exploration of what strategy really means in the chess world, distilling complex concepts into practical insights you can apply in every game. ...

Revolutionary War officer Nathan Hale, one of America's first spies, said, "Any kind of service necessary to the public good becomes honorable by being necessary." A statue of Hale stands outside CIA headquarters, and the agency often cites his statement as one of its guiding principles. But who decides what is necessary for the public good, and is it really true that any kind of service is permissible for the public good? These questions are at the heart of James M. Olson's book, Fair Play: The Moral Dilemmas of Spying.

Your teenager already feels more than one thing at once. This gives them a way to understand it. One part of them wants to put a hand up in class. Another keeps them quiet. One part pushes them to get everything right; another wants to stay in bed all Saturday. Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a way of making sense of all of it — every one of those parts is doing a job, each one is worth listening to, and underneath them all is a calm, curious Self that can lead. Parts of Me is a 208-page guide and workbook that introduces IFS to readers aged 12 to 18, in plain language and at their own ...

A groundbreaking book that has helped thousands of children struggling with social skills to make friends, find acceptance, and have a happy childhood, from a renowned parent expert. Every parent wants their child to be okay—to have friends, to be successful, to feel comfortable in his or her...

As a counselor, therapist, parent, or caregiver, you play a crucial role in the development and well-being of children. Yet amidst the flood of information, finding effective, research-backed techniques tailored to diverse needs and ensuring therapeutic goals balance with fun can feel overwhelming. Imagine transforming your child’s playtime into powerful moments of growth and resilience-building using culturally diverse activities that address their unique needs.

Get outside and play with the Berenstain Bears! This high-value, six-book collection encourages young readers to get out and explore God’s wonderful world, with inspiring stories filled with adventure, laughter, and fun. The Berenstain Bears Let’s Go Play Collection—part of the bestselling...

In Play Poker Like the Pros, poker master Phil Hellmuth, Jr., demonstrates exactly how to play and win—even if you have never picked up a deck of cards—the modern games of poker, including: Texas Hold'em, Omaha, Seven-Card Stud, and Razz. Phil Hellmuth, Jr., a ten-time World Champion of...

What if dog training didn’t feel like work—but like connection, play, and understanding? Dog Training & Games is a compassionate, science-informed guide for anyone who wants a calmer, happier, more cooperative dog without force, fear, or frustration. This book goes beyond commands and corrections. Instead, it helps you understand why your dog behaves the way they do—and how to respond in ways that build trust, confidence, and emotional safety. Whether you’re living with a high-energy puppy, a sensitive rescue, or a beloved senior dog, this book shows you how to turn everyday moments...

Audiobook narrated by the author. Play can unlock your creativity and lead to innovation and success—creative director Piera Gelardi shows you how. The demands of adulthood often cause us to view play as something child-like, silly, and ultimately separate from our real lives. In treating it...

To express the fondest love to your partner you don't need to take him or her on a seaside trip, invest in buying cars or jewelry. Love is based on small casual signs of affection, on taking sincere care of each other, on devotion and attention. Here you can find 52 simple tasks for romantic couples that will emphasize and invigorate your love. Fun, creative, and spiritually engaging - there are no ordinary dates! Have you ever tried a photography date? A water date? What about a second first date? Eat Play Love - 52 Date Night Ideas is a new type of leisure activity where 2 adult players ...

What should you do with your dog today? You do not need another random list of games. You need an activity that fits the dog in front of you, the time you have, the space you are in, and the level of supervision you can provide. Dog Enrichment Made Practical is a reusable operating manual for choosing, adjusting, and tracking enrichment without turning it into another full-time job. Start with the one-minute selector, choose one of four activity lanes—SNIFF, SOLVE, MOVE, or SETTLE—and find a safe, realistic option in seconds. Inside, you will find: • 32 step-by-step activity cards ...

Looking for fun, simple, and affordable ways to keep your dog happy, healthy, and entertained indoors? 🐾 Dog Enrichment Games Indoors: Fun Activities to Keep Every Dog Happy, Healthy, and Engaged is the ultimate guide for dog parents who want more than just daily walks. Packed with creative games, DIY projects, and bonding activities, this dog behavior book shows you how to transform your living room into the perfect playground for your pup. Whether you’re raising a bouncy puppy, keeping an energetic adult busy, or enriching the golden years of a senior companion, this puppy training ...

Brilliant Screen-Free Stuff To Do With Kids -- A Simple Way to Turn Everyday Moments Into Fun, Learning, and Connection If you’ve ever heard “I’m bored…” right after turning off a screen, this book is for you. Brilliant Screen-Free Stuff To Do With Kids is your go-to guide for keeping children happily engaged—without relying on phones, tablets, or TV. Whether you’re a parent, grandparent, or caregiver, this book gives you easy, ready-to-use ideas that help children stay active, curious, and entertained. Inside, you’ll find 350+ simple indoor and outdoor activities designed ...

Love covers a multitude of sins… but sometimes it needs a well-timed push. Between three teens on the brink of independence and triplets who never sleep past dawn, Dana and Josie already have their hands full. But when two grumpy, love-averse coworkers make their lives even messier, the frazzled moms step in with a little matchmaking to turn their nightmare colleagues into each other’s blessing. What could go wrong? As family drama unfolds and a village of volunteers descends upon a women’s shelter, the well-meaning meddling turns into mishap. Soon Dana and Josie discover that love in...

New York Times bestselling author and artist James Dean takes readers along for a fun, groovy adventure with Pete the Cat! Pete the Cat is ready to play baseball! Pete’s team, the Rocks, is playing the Rolls. But when the game doesn’t go Pete’s way, what will Pete do? Pete the Cat: Play...

Dive into the fascinating world of engaged learning with your child in this remarkable new eBook, Engaged Learning. Explore the rich tapestry of child development, the critical role of play, and the indispensable part parents play in their child's learning journey. Staying true to its title, Engaged Learning presents an entire chapter dedicated to understanding and implementing learning through play. Discover the benefits it brings to the educational process and experience firsthand the moments of joy and wonder that come with it. Creating an ideal learning environment goes beyond school ...

Calm Play - 100 Screen-Free, Low-Stimulation Activities for Kids Ages 2–6 By Noa Maren Modern childhood is loud. Many young children are taking in more stimulation than their nervous systems can comfortably manage. Screens, constant noise, frequent transitions, and busy schedules can leave children dysregulated and parents exhausted from trying to keep things steady. Calm Play offers a quieter alternative. This book is a practical, gentle guide to helping children ages two through six settle, focus, and play without screens or high stimulation. Inside, you will find one hundred simple ...

"As a former Sunday School Teacher and a Bible Study participant, I really appreciate this book! I think every Christian or even questioning Christian would really enjoy this book and and give you ideas of your own. Read this book; you won’t regret it!" -- Lila J. Who Are the “Rest of Us”? The “rest of us” don’t usually read Bible study books. We might not attend church every Sunday, but we try to live with quiet integrity and faith. We may know the words to old hymns but aren’t that much into singing them. We’re not especially drawn to organized religion—we’re more ...

A classic activity guide created by a pediatric therapist breaks down some simple activities, games, and songs to target gross motor skills in children ages 0 to 3. This guide is appropriate for daycare workers, teachers, therapists, students, and parents.

Does your son or grandson say "I'm bored" while holding a game controller? Every parent of an 8-year-old boy knows this exact moment: a room full of toys, a tablet fully charged, and one flat little voice announcing "I'm bored" for the tenth time today. Most chapter books can't compete with a glowing screen. This one is built to. I Am 8 and Bored follows Jonah Park and his friends on Comet Court through ten fast, funny, screen-worthy adventures, drones, rogue AI speakers, hoverboards, and a backyard Mars mission gone sideways, written by Professor Poppy, an international bestselling author ...