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A party in a box! Based on Ben Orlin's Math Games with Bad
Drawings, this all-in-one game kit contains 34 simple, challenging,
meaningful math games to be played anytime, anywhere. Whether alone
or as the perfect companion to Math Games with Bad Drawings, the
Ultimate Game Collection is a treasure trove of fun that will
appeal to the idly curious, the puzzle-passionate, students,
teachers, and everyone else from ages 10 to 110. Inside this box
you'll find 34 diverting and thought-provoking games that can be
played using just the provided materials. It's the ultimate
grab-and-go collection. The Ultimate Game Collection includes: 8
customized wipe-off game boards 4 different color pens 1 eraser 11
playing pieces 2 dice A book of illustrated rules and instructions
for 34 super-fun games including: Amazons Ascenders Banker Black
Hole Bullseyes and Close Calls Cats and Dogs Connector Crossed
Domineering Dots and Boxes Dots and Triangles Hold That Line The
Know-Nothing Trivia Game Mediocrity Nazareno Neutron Number Boxes
101 and You're Done Order and Chaos Pferdeappel Pig Prophecies
Rock, Paper, Scissors, Lizard, Spock Row Call Sequencium Sim
Splatter Sprouts Square Polyp Teeko 33 to 99 The 24 Game Ultimate
Tic-Tac-Toe and Undercut
Flex your mental muscles with this bumper collection of 200 cryptic
crosswords! A true test of lateral thinking, these fiendish
crosswords are the perfect way to pit your wits against some of the
best compilers around. Whether you're on your commute, or simply
want a relaxing activity to pass the time, this bumper edition is
the ultimate puzzling companion.
Challenge yourself at home with number puzzles
Previously unpublished quality Su Doku grids from The Times, which help
develop your skills to take on Extreme Su Doku.
The 200 puzzles in this collection of treacherously difficult puzzles
will stretch even the most advanced Su Doku enthusiast. You will need
to use all of your best solving techniques to get to the end of this
testing challenge.
The puzzles in the collection are of the highest quality and are
perfect for the advanced solver in need of a constant supply of
ultra-difficult puzzles.
Guaranteed to provide hours of mind-stretching entertainment.
The ideal gift for su doku enthusiasts. If you like to live
dangerously and push beyond your mental comfort zone, steel
yourself for The Times' toughest Ultimate Killer puzzles. A bumper
collection of more than 360 puzzles for hard-core solvers. Selected
from The Times these puzzles will challenge the sharpest minds.
Includes Deadly-level Killer puzzles, and Extra Deadly, to really
test your limits: this is the only place you'll find such a
torturous collection in a single book. These puzzles are not for
the fainthearted, they use the same 9x9 grid as Su Doku, and have
an added mathematical challenge. The aim is not only to complete
every row, column and cube so that it contains the digits 1-9, it
is also necessary to ensure that the outlined cubes add up to the
same number as well. But unlike with previous books, there is no
chance to ease yourself in with Easy, or even Tough puzzles: this
book is the Ultimate Killer Su Doku - completely deadly. Puzzles in
this collection are taken from Times Ultimate Killer Su Doku Books
5, 6 and 7.
Trina Turk Multi Puzzle Set by Galison includes three 250 piece
puzzles featuring Trina Turk's colorful op-art prints, creating a
challenging and fun puzzle experience. When completed, turn these
puzzles into a framed triptych! * Box: 9.25 x 7 x 2", 235 x 178 x
51 mm * Set of Three 250 Piece Puzzles * Puzzle Size: 8.5 x 15",
220 x 380 mm * Color-coded on reverse for sorting * Includes 3
Puzzle Inserts
Piece together this collage of New York with this 500 piece puzzle
from Galison, featuring photographs by the talented Nichole
Robertson. - Package: 8 x 8 x 2" - Complete puzzle: 20 x 20" -
Includes insert with information about the artist and image
Part of an exciting series of sturdy, square-box 1000-piece jigsaw
puzzles from Flame Tree, featuring powerful and popular works of
art. This new jigsaw will satisfy your need for a challenge, with a
popular masterpiece of post impressionism, National Galleries
Scotland: Robert Burns, The Hunt. This 1000 piece jigsaw is
intended for adults and children over 13 years. Not suitable for
children under 3 years due to small parts. Finished Jigsaw size 735
x 510mm/29 x 20 ins. Now includes an A4 poster for reference. The
vibrant colours and patterns of this panel by Robert Burns provide
a jungle-like setting for the Greek goddess Diana, and her nymphs.
The wild birds and animals, including the striking leopards at the
front, allude to her role as the goddess of hunting. The panel is
filled with exuberant rhythm and energy characteristic of 1920s
design. It was created as part of the ambitious first floor
decoration for Crawford's Tea Rooms at 70 Princes Street,
Edinburgh. Burns was responsible for every detail of the interior
design from the murals to the cake-stands.
Mathematical play has challenged and stimulated human ingenuity
throughout recorded history. It has ranged from the common sorts of
brain teasers such as mazes, arithmetic story problems, and simple
geometric puzzles to sophisticated explorations of questions that
still concern modern mathematical theorists. This new dictionary
provides a tantalizing variety of paradoxes, games, problems, and
puzzles that will appeal to mathematics enthusiasts at every level
of proficiency. Eiss introduces his subject with an overview of the
history of recreational mathematics and its relation to some
theoretical questions that have occupied mathematicians for
centuries. Dictionary entries include problems posed by particular
thinkers as well as traditional puzzlers that have come down to us
anonymously. Information on the origins and history of many of the
activities is supplied, and thorough cross-referencing enables the
reader to locate all puzzles, games, and amusements of a similar
type. The bibliography suggest sources of further information.
A bumper collection of 300 quick crossword puzzles to test your
word knowledge and have you reaching for the thesaurus. The puzzles
are in a standard 13x13 grid size. How quickly can you solve these?
You will find the solutions easily at the back of the book. Keep
your mind sharp and improve your word power at the same time. Ideal
for whiling away the time while travelling, on holiday or relaxing
at home.
150 Large-Print Word Search Puzzles! Peace of Mind Bible Word
Search combines brain-building fun with the truths and promises of
scripture. Thanks to large, boldface print, puzzle enthusiasts
young and old can enrich their free time finding words from Bible
verses that include the names of Jesus. From Prince of Peace to
Immanuel, Bread of Life to Messiah, each themed word find is a
chance for readers to reflect on the love, grace, and sovereignty
of Christ while finding satisfaction in solving a puzzle. Keep your
brain sharp, your eyes at ease, and your heart full of God's Word!
Enjoy 150 word search puzzles based around Biblical themes
Highlights some of the most treasured passages and themes of the
Bible Large, bold print prevents eye strain while you test your
Bible knowledge! Complete answer key included You may find that
you're committing each verse to memory as you complete the puzzle!
Clean, fun, and just challenging enough, this book is a perfect
gift for the puzzler in your life.
This exciting book shows you how to fold realistic models of your
favorite pets, zoo animals and other wildlife! Master origami
designer Muneji Fuchimoto's clear instructions show you how to fold
30 amazing animal and insect models, including the following: Five
different popular dog breeds--complete with stylish foldable
outfits A cute little paper cat Less conventional pet models,
including a miniature pig, mouse and turtle Safari wildlife,
including an elephant with tusks, a lion with a mane and a
chimpanzee with a contrasting posterior A brown bear with a
freshly-caught salmon in its mouth--folded from a single sheet of
paper! And so much more! These models are intermediate-level
origami projects, and require some prior folding knowledge for the
best experience.
1000-PIECE PUZZLE: Piece together the world of James Bond in this
exciting jigsaw inspired by the iconic films. The perfect challenge
for dedicated James Bond fans, lovers of cinema - or anyone who
enjoys a good puzzle. FIND THE CHARACTERS: Featuring a cast of
original Bonds, villains and supporting characters to spot as you
race through shuttle launches and underwater lairs to island
retreats and casinos. INCLUDES A PULL-OUT POSTER: With information
about the featured characters, gadgets, locations and scenes on an
illustrated poster bursting with 007 facts. SCREEN-FREE FUN: From
one of the world's leading publishers of books and gifts on the
creative arts. Laurence King works with the world's best
illustrators, designers, artists and photographers to create
beautiful books and gifts which are acclaimed for their
inventiveness, beautiful design and authoritative texts.
SUBSTANTIAL JIGSAW: Completed puzzle measures 48.5 x 68 cm (19 x 27
in.). "THE WORLD OF..." JIGSAWS are a fun way of celebrating the
works of creative greats. Also available in the series: The World
of Shakespeare, The World of Sherlock Holmes, The World of Jane
Austen Welcome to The World of James Bond, MI6's most famous Secret
Service agent. As you piece together this action-packed puzzle,
spot some of the ground-breaking gadgets, breath-taking stunts and
eccentric adversaries that make Bond films so iconic. Find your way
through the scene with the help of a poster bursting with 007
knowledge.
Challenge your brain at home with these enjoyable puzzles. Give
your memory a workout, stimulate your brain and hone your general
knowledge with 100 definition-only puzzles from The Times. Covering
a wide range of topics, from geography to literature, history and
culture, this collection will test both your general knowledge and
your wordpower. Compiled by the Times2 Crossword Editor John
Grimshaw, these quick accessible puzzles are utterly absorbing and
addictive, yet concise enough to be done on the move. Quality is
paramount to The Times' crosswords, with clues that are
satisfyingly tough, but accurate. This new collection is no
different, providing hours of crossword enjoyment and stimulation.
A massive 300 codeword puzzles packaged in a stylish paperback -
this is the perfect codeword gift book for adults of any age. With
a mix of 100 easy, 100 medium and 100 hard puzzles, the 13 x 13
grids are each arranged on their own page and solutions are easily
found in the back of the book. Printed in a highly portable format,
the book can be taken on your travels or sit neatly on your bedside
table.
Volume 2 in the mega-popular Wednesday-only crossword puzzle
omnibus series from The New York Times! On the fence? You must be a
Wednesday crossword puzzle solver! This great big collection of 200
not-too-easy, not-too-hard crossword puzzles from The New York
Times will get you through the midweek slump in no time. Features:
-200 medium-level Wednesday puzzles -Sturdy size and great value
-Puzzles edited by crossword legend Will Shortz
Planter Perfection 1000 Piece Puzzle with Shaped Pieces from
Galison celebrates container planting and the newfound focus on
upcycling. This puzzle includes 20 specially shaped pieces for an
added challenge. Galison puzzles are packaged in matte-finish
sturdy boxes, perfect for gifting, reuse, and storage. * 1000 Piece
Puzzle, Random Cut * Puzzle Size: 27 x 20", 686 x 508 mm * Box
Size: 11.5 x 8.5 x 2", 292 x 216 x 51 mm, Minimal Puzzle Dust *
Includes 20 Shaped Puzzle Pieces * Includes Puzzle Insert * Puzzle
greyboard contains 90% recycled paper. Packaging contains 70%
recycled paper and is made responsibly from FSC-certified material.
Printed with nontoxic inks.
Explore exciting iconic locations and scenes with your favorite
comics characters in this interactive, all-ages book of mighty
Marvel mazes. Accomplish missions and locate key objects along the
way while discovering the mysteries of Doctor Strange's Sanctum
Sanctorum, the S.H.I.E.L.D. Helicarrier, Wakanda, Asgard, and
Doctor Doom's Castle. Follow the Guardians of the Galaxy to
Knowhere, help the Avengers fight the Skrulls aboard their
flagship, face fearsome Sentinels with the X-Men in days of future
past, and more! Brought to life by expert maze creator Sean C.
Jackson, each full-color maze is a playful visual delight for
Marvel fans everywhere.
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