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• The Great Beanie Baby Bubble

  Mass Delusion and the Dark Side of Cute

  Bissonnette, Zac,

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  Tiny little bears, plushy platypuses, snuggly snakes, Beanie Babies by Ty featured a whole zoo of small toys, bought and traded to stew a desperate mania to hoard rare babies. Toy tycoons waited for their pay day, and waited, and waited. How could…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Around the World in Eighty Games

  From Tarot to Tic-tac-toe, Catan to Chutes and Ladders, a Mathematician Unlocks the Secrets of the World's Greatest Games

  Du Sautoy, Marcus,

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  What if your favorite boardgames were not games at all - they were the three dimensional manifestation of certain mathematical principles. Moreover, what if you could use those theorems to win? In addition to solving for victory, acclaimed…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The LEGO Story

  How a Little Toy Sparked the World's Imagination

  Andersen, Jens, 1955-

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  For LEGO lovers, this history offers a intimately detailed look into the little bricks century of history. By accessing the Kristiansen family archives, Jens Andersen offers a uniquely complete story of the little plastic phenomenon.

• The Playful Brain

  the Surprising Science of How Puzzles Improve Your Mind

  Restak, Richard, 1942-

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  A neuroscientist and puzzle designer join forces to improve your brain health. Chapters break down how different puzzles affect cognition, perception, memory and other brain functions. These follow up with at home options for puzzles to try for…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Toy Time!

  From Hula Hoops to He-man to Hungry Hungry Hippos: a Look Back at the Most- Beloved Toys of Decades Past

  Byrne, Christopher

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  This nostalgic tour of the last 70 years of toys celebrates the unique qualities and stories that made some of the last few generation’s most iconic playthings. Over 100 toys each get an illustrated two page spread, bursting with trivia, history,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Stuffed Animals

  From Concept to Construction

  Glassenberg, Abigail Patner,

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  Wanting to construct a teddy bear for the ages? This (definitive) guide to stuffed animal construction breaks down the technical aspects of fuzzy little ears, snouts, and opposable limbs. Not only does this direct crafters to make classic critters,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Game Console

  a Photographic History From Xbox to Atari

  Amos, Evan,

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  Disarticulated, almost anatomical views of 86 gaming consoles offer an unusually close view into the last few decades of gaming consoles. For the gamer with a tech fascination, the detailed views on these nostalgic consoles will be fascinating.

• The Monopolists

  Obsession, Fury, and the Scandal Behind the World's Favorite Board Game

  Pilon, Mary

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  What if the goal of monopoly was never to bankrupt your friends and occupy about six hours? What if the goal was to obfuscate the truth of its own invention? What if the truth before that was an early feminist’s critique of the 19th century, well,…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Toy Stories

  Photos of Children From Around the World and Their Favorite Things

  Galimberti, Gabriele,

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  Photographer Gabriele Galimberti spent a year traveling the world to capture portraits of children with their most valuable assets - their toys. Some kids sit, almost obscured in a sea of miniature cars and dolls, while others proudly share the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Hoyle's Rules of Games

  Descriptions of Indoor Games of Skill and Chance, With Advice on Skillful Play : Based on the Foundations Laid Down by Edmond Hoyle, 1672-1769

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  If your singular goal is to absolutely crush your friends at the next board game night, Edmond Hoyle is required reading. This updated edition primes players on rules and strategies for more games than most any of us have heard of, including some…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Dolls of Our Lives

  Why We Can't Quit American Girl

  Mahoney, Mary, 1986-

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  From the hosts of the “Dolls of Our Lives” podcast comes an elaborately researched journey to the bottom of all things American Girl Doll. Starting with the creator’s life and stories, to the doll’s craze status in the 90’s, to the brand’s current…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Beautiful LEGO

  Doyle, Mike

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  What were once blocky children’s toys transform into castles, anatomical models, and art on grand scales. These 80 adult creators represent a diverse collection of styles and subjects, but every design is so impressive, it is easy to forget what…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Official Scrabble Players Dictionary

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  If the library has a single book that can end bitter family disputes, it is this one. Check this out for your next Scrabble marathon to keep everyone honest and in line with the rules. Fair warning, this copy is from 2023, so you will be missing…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• The Power of Fun

  How to Feel Alive Again

  Price, Catherine, 1978-

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  Have you had true fun today? Not the dopamine of scrolling through social media or of checking your inbox - earnest, playful fun. According to Catherine Price, the benefit of fun is not just a smile but also a sense of purpose, energy, and…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• 101 Board Games to Try Before You Die (of Boredom)

  a Definitive List of the Best Board Games Ever Made

  Carmichael, Jarrod,

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  Does it feel like you have run out of games, or like you do not know where to start to get into board games? This encyclopedic guide to the best 101 games made since 2000 will direct you to the perfect game to try. The entries are fascinatingly…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Dressing Barbie

  a Celebration of the Clothes That Made America's Favorite Doll, and the Incredible Woman Behind Them

  Spencer, Carol (Fashion designer)

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  Carol Spencer's archival collection of Barbie’s closet comes to life in her book, “Dressing Barbie.” Over a 35 year period, she designed some of the doll’s most iconic outfits. Now, she gives rare access to her artistic process in this intimate view…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• D.I.Y. Dollhouse

  Build and Decorate a Toy House Using Everyday Materials

  Henrion, Alexia, 1984-

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  Dollhouses can run up enormous bills, with certain popular models running up to $150. Skip the toy sized mortgage and get creative with this easy to follow D.I.Y. dollhouse guide. Use left over scraps and boxes to stay busy for days making the…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Game Boys

  Professional Videogaming's Rise From the Basement to the Big Time

  Kane, Michael

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  Venture into the growing and lucrative world of E-athletes with author Michael Kane. Once ridiculed for their unique – maybe even nerdy – interests, elite gamers now play for fame, college scholarships, and enormous cash prizes. Follow along with…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• How to Win at Chess

  the Ultimate Guide for Beginners and Beyond

  Rozman, Levy,

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  Youtuber and chess teacher Levy Rozman focuses on newer chess players in “How to Win at Chess.” Broken into fundamental strategies for early learners and intermediate skill development, this guide offers pointed advice, practical and sometimes…Read moreRead more of this annotation