Author : Old Farmer's Almanac
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 194 pages
File Size : 40,96 MB
Release : 2015-09
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1571986839
Offers a compilation of facts and folklore on a range of topics, including weather, astronomy, gardening, animals, history, sports, and health.
Author : Old Farmer’s Almanac
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 292 pages
File Size : 27,16 MB
Release : 2021-08-17
Category : Reference
ISBN : 1571988955
Happy New Almanac Year! It’s time to celebrate the 230th edition of The Old Farmer’s Almanac! Long recognized as North America’s most-beloved and best-selling annual, this handy yellow book fulfills every need and expectation as a calendar of the heavens, a time capsule of the year, an essential reference that reads like a magazine. Always timely, topical, and distinctively “useful, with a pleasant degree of humor,” the Almanac is consulted daily throughout the year by users from all walks of life. The 2022 edition contains the fun facts, predictions, and feature items that have made it a cultural icon: traditionally 80 percent–accurate weather forecasts; notable astronomical events and time-honored astrological dates; horticultural, culinary, fashion, and other trends; historical hallmarks; best fishing days; time- and money-saving garden advice; recipes for delicious dishes; facts on folklore, farmers, home remedies, and husbandry; amusements and contests; plus too much more to mention—all in the inimitable Almanac style that has charmed and educated readers since 1792.
Author : Old Farmer’s Almanac
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 193 pages
File Size : 34,82 MB
Release : 2015-09-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1571987177
Fascinating stories, fun facts, and activities that provide hours of edu-tainment make a winning formula for this biannual series created for kids ages 8 and up. This brand-new edition includes chapters with features on . . . • Astronomy: Earth’s volcanoes and other planetary wonders • Calendar: origin of the birthday cake, why we save daylight time, and more “special” days • Health: fun facts about your brain; uncommon advice for the common cold; why we have burps, gas, and other unmentionables • Weather: wildfire weather, facts about fog • Food: the history of the hot dog, the making of maple syrup, the first frozen dinner, lunchbox recipes • Accomplished Kids: kids who made amazing discoveries, kids who help to make the world a better place • Nature: a bug guide, little-known facts about nuts, poison dart frogs • In the Garden: secrets of composting, growing a bean teepee and other edibles, plus fun crafts • Sports: a wooden car derby, plus adventurers Sam Patch (falls jumper), Jay Cochrane (wire walker), and Charles F. Lummis (cross-country hiker) • Amusement: tips for setting a record, advice for whistlers, and more • Plus too much more to mention!
Author : Old Farmer's Almanac
Publisher : Old Farmer's Almanac
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 14,56 MB
Release : 2007
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 9781571984340
"Fascinating facts, fun activities, amazing stories, and wacky tales about ... weather, sports, history, gardening, astronomy, pets, farming, nature, and more!"--P. [4] of cover..
Author : Old Farmer’s Almanac
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 195 pages
File Size : 34,48 MB
Release : 2013-10-01
Category : Juvenile Nonfiction
ISBN : 1571986162
Kids can’t put it down! Parents can’t wait to pick it up! Teachers give it high marks! Created for kids ages 8 and up, The Old Farmer’s Almanac for Kids features fascinating stories, fun facts, and activities that provide hours of edu-tainment. This brand-new edition in the biannual series includes chapters on . . . • Astronomy: with Moon tales and trivia; telling time by the stars; a visit to Venus • Calendar: unusual celebrations for every month (Limerick Day, Happy Cat Month, National Chemistry Week), with related activities to try anytime • Weather: what happens in a hurricane; a buganado blitz and other weird weather; a chilling peek at the South Pole • Food: the a-peel (get it?) and quirky uses of bananas (Sri Lankans use the stems to make shoe soles); a twisted history of pretzels • Nature: the world is alive with swamp creatures, howling wolves, cockroaches, and reindeer—oh, my! • In the Garden: advice for a fairy-tale garden of cabbages, pumpkins, and beans; a salsa princess; ideas for hosting a garden party • On the Farm: everything you didn’t know about oats; quacky facts about ducks; Pennsylvania Dutch "sign language" • Sports: Old Home Day games; kids who joined the circus; how to get the knack of the hacky sack; ways to walk
Author : Old Farmer's Almanac
Publisher : Old Farmer's Almanac
Page : 0 pages
File Size : 44,15 MB
Release : 2011
Category : Backyard gardens
ISBN : 9781571985415
"Nearly 350 recipes, both new and classic selections, that celebrate the season's bounty; timesaving tips and helpful hints on how to successfully grow vegetables, kitchen herbs, edible flowers, and berries; recommendations on ripeness, whether you pick off the vine or purchase at the farmers' market or grocery; how-to help on making healthy choices and preparing nourishing dishes; plus, handy charts on storing fresh and prepared foods, measuring fresh vs. cooked produce, changing pan sizes, substituting common ingredients, and more!"--P. 5.
Author : Old Farmer's Almanac
Publisher : Old Farmer's Almanac
Page : 290 pages
File Size : 31,96 MB
Release : 2019-09-03
Category : Almanacs, American
ISBN : 1571988130
It's another new year celebrating everything under the Sun, including the Moon, with The Old Farmer's Almanac, America's oldest continuously published periodical! Always timely, topical, and distinctively "useful, with a pleasant degree of humor," the Almanac has been beloved for centuries by people from all walks of life. As the nation's iconic calendar, the 2020 edition will forecast cultural, culinary, and other life-changing trends; preview notable astronomical events; provide time- and money-saving tips for gardeners of all varieties; set the hook for best fishing days; forecast traditionally 80 percent-accurate weather; and cover a range of related topics, including anniversaries, folklore, husbandry, home remedies, recipes, amusement, contests, and more--too much more to mention--all in the inimitable way it has done since 1792.
Author : Popular Book Company
Publisher : Popular Book Company
Page : 320 pages
File Size : 25,61 MB
Release : 2019-06-30
Category :
ISBN : 9781942830368
The Old Farmer's Almanac for Kids: 365 Fun Days is our interest-driven workbook series designed to help children develop habits of learning, and cultivate their curiosity about the wider world around them, all while having fun. 365 Fun Days series contains a wide coverage of topics in combination with a variety of activities, such as coloring, crosswords, arts and crafts, and many more. With a progress chart and daily activities, your child will learn and be entertained all year round.
Author : Old Farmer's Almanac
Publisher : Old Farmer's Almanac
Page : 209 pages
File Size : 31,55 MB
Release : 2019-11-12
Category : Gardening
ISBN : 1571988459
Grow the best vegetable garden ever with timeless, tried-and-true methods and advice from The Old Farmer's Almanac! Created for new gardeners, green thumbs, and old hands alike, The Old Farmer's Almanac Vegetable Gardener's Handbook is loaded with advice and inspiration to help plants--and growers--thrive. -Step-by-step advice for success with more than 30 vegetables -Space for recording your observations and experiences -Delicious recipes -Ways to preserve your harvest -And much more!
Author : Old Farmer's Almanac
Publisher :
Page : 288 pages
File Size : 48,37 MB
Release : 2022-08-30
Category :
ISBN : 9781571989215
