52 Ways to Pamper Yourself (Cards)

by Lynn Gordon (Author), Karen Johnson (Illustrator)

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review
52 Fun Things to Do on the Plane is from a card deck series designed to inspire creativity and offer an alternative to the idiot box (see 52 Great Books to Read and 52 Special Traditions for Family and Friends). This particular deck, small enough to tuck into a purse or backpack, is aimed at families on the go, and includes games and activities for kids of all ages. Each card shows an illustration together with the name of an activity; the flip side has instructions. For example, one card suggests starting a round-robin story about a trip: "With another person, start telling a story about taking a trip. After a little while, let the other person continue the story and then a little later, you can continue again." The suggestions are perfect for situations in which movement is limited and you have time to wile away. --This text refers to the Cards edition.

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"With 52 Amazing Science Experiments, by Lynn Gordon, kids receive a full deck of simple yet compelling experiments that foster an understanding of basic science concepts. Necessary material can be found around the house, and concise, step-by-step directions help Junior learn to crush a bottle without touching it, remove slat from pepper, and create a fire extinguisher and a sundial." -- Country Living --This text refers to the Cards edition.

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Product Details

• Cards: 52 pages
• Publisher: Chronicle Books (April 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0811827283
• ISBN-13: 978-0811827287
• Product Dimensions: 3.5 x 2.3 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars See all reviews (16 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #1,376,538 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

Customer Reviews

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64 of 73 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It is a Deck of Cards., March 13, 2000

By	E. Hecht "EDH" (New York) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: 52 Fun Party Activities for Grown-Ups (52 Series) (Misc. Supplies)

This is not a book. It is a deck of 52 playing cards. I'm incredibly organized, so I don't have a problem keeping them together but...how are you going to find this tiny box when you need it? And how much information can you fit on a card? Not much.

The ideas are ...so-so. Not very interesting. This is supposed to be for ADULTS, yet they give ideas for things like fingerpainting, playing with play doh, Pin the Tail on the Donkey and other kids games...I'm with my kids all day doing that stuff! When I'm with my friends, no thanks.

Because its a standard size deck of cards, there is very little room to write. So, they give you an idea but there are no instructions. If you aren't good at improvising and don't want to put a lot of thought into implementing the ideas here that you happen to like, don't bother because there is no help in this box for you! I have all the Amazon game books. This one I just don't care for.

5 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The best educational gift you can give., September 21, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: 52 Ways to Make a Difference (52 Series) (Game)

This is an excellent gift to give to others. I give the cards individually when I write thank you letters or send words of encouragement. I also use them as an educational tool with high school and middle school student leaders. If you work with people or youth, buy a set of these cards.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great informational book, April 17, 2001

By	leticia longoria (Richmond) - See all my reviews

It appears this another great card series which was just published. I'm glad I got mine right away. I wish it were in the form of a book instead of cards, but nevertheless, the cards are great. They illustrated, well written and easy to follow. They offers many tips on how to pamper yourself in ways I never even dreamed about. The best part is that they're all affordable. It covers everything from spoiling yourself with foods, applying home remedies to your body for sofe and silky skin and hair, to steam baths and pedicures. There's lots more. I thought the little cards were great. You don't need to be rich, famous, or spoiled to treat yourself to a little (or a lot) of pampering. These cards prove that.