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De Sma Synger CD

Who does not love all the good classical children's songs? Now you can get "The little ones sing CD", which is a complete collection of the 50 beautiful children's songs that we all know. "The little ones sing CD" is a collection of the songs, arranged by a large number of people, including Christina von Bülow, Benita Haastrup and 4th u from Sankt Annæ Gynmasium. It is a perfect opportunity for your children to get to know the songs and maybe even pass them on to their children one day.

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Culture Smart

Denmark - Culture Smart!

Mention Denmark and some people will think of marauding Vikings with horned helmets or one of Denmark’s more famous exports—Carlsberg beer—or the fairy tales of Hans Christian Andersen. But of the Danes themselves they may know very little. The Danes tend to be more relaxed and less formal than their fellow Scandinavians—and more independently minded. In fact, Denmark used to be referred to by its puritanical northern neighbors as “the loose woman to the south.” This book gives an insider’s pers

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Detouriowa

Detour Iowa

Iowa history ranges from the natural to what’s been made by humans over many centuries. Find and hold the fossilized remains of sea creatures that lived 375 million years ago. Walk through a small-town home where one of the nation’s most infamous—and unsolved—murders occurred in 1912. Savor pastries that originated in the Netherlands before the 1840s and watch where wheat is ground into flour in a windmill first built in Denmark and then rebuilt in Elk Horn. Listen to time softly tick away in an

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Disney Frozen: The Official Cookbook

Feel like you are visiting Arendelle with Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Olaf in this cookbook inspired by Disney’s Frozen and Frozen 2, featuring open-faced sandwiches inspired by Anna, Christmas kransekake inspired by Elsa, beloved lefse, a giant cookie in the wavy shape of Norway, and more! For the first time in forever, fans of Elsa, Anna, Kristoff, and Olaf will get to experience sights, smells, and tastes of Arendelle. This all-new cookbook features Scandinavian recipes celebrating some of the

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DKfindout Vikings

DKfindout! Vikings

This fun, fact-filled book for kids ages 6–9 is the ultimate guide to Viking history, from Loki and longships to runestones and raids. Entertaining and educating young readers through a combination of close-up images, quirky trivia facts, quiz questions, and fascinating tidbits, it’s the perfect book for any kid who can’t get enough of these medieval adventurers. What games and sports did Vikings play? Which animals played a part in their lives? Who was the Viking god Thor married to? Find out t

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Eat Copenhagen

An updated edition of Trine Hahnemann's award-winning book, in a modern format with brand-new recipes and photography. A collection of recipes from an effortlessly stylish city, interspersed with stories that set the culinary scene of the Danish capital. From the chic restaurants of Vesterbro to the buzzing streets of Nørrebro, eating in Copenhagen is quite unlike dining anywhere else in the world. Known for its innovation, the city’s calming vibe draws people from everywhere, and for good reaso

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Elbelskivers

Ebelskivers

The only cookbook for the break-out best-selling new pan for making the popular sphere-shaped filled pancakes from Denmark. Ebelskivers offers 40 mouthwatering recipes for the Danish-style pancakes, ranging from traditional to whimsical and everything in between. This book includes everything you need to know to make and fill these treats, plus step-by-step photographs and recipes for sauces, toppings, and glazes. Originally from Denmark, ebelskivers (pronounced “able-skeevers”) are snacks or de

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Eyewitness Travel Guide to Denmark

Enchanting villages, forward-thinking design, and epic heritage – welcome to Denmark. Whether you want to adventure like a Viking, sample cutting-edge cuisine, or practice the art of hygge, your DK Eyewitness travel guide makes sure you experience all that Denmark has to offer. From the captivating cities to the far-flung corners, each region of Denmark boasts its own distinct personality, guaranteed to enthrall visitors. Breathe in the coastal air at Skagen's wild beaches, cycle the charming la

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Family Tree Scandinavian Geneaology Guide

Trace your Swedish, Norwegian, or Danish ancestors! This convenient guide will help you discover your Northern European family history while optimizing your research time. Highlights include: Strategies for identifying immigrant Scandinavian ancestors, plus how to trace them back to Europe from North America Methods for locating Swedish genealogy records, Norwegian genealogy records, or Danish genealogy records within your family's town of origin Detailed guides to finding and decoding common Sc

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Fast Talk Danish

Fast Talk Danish

Although you can get by in Denmark without speaking the language, knowing just a few essential phrases can help you make friends, enjoy service with a smile, and discover richer, more rewarding travel experiences. Fast Talk Danish is the concise language guide that is guaranteed to get you talking with confidence. Order salmon-topped smørre­brød, Denmark's famous open sandwich, ask where to find Copenhagen's best coffee house, or get in-the-know shopping tips from locals. Fast, fun and easy to u

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Festive Coffee Shop Drinks

This comforting collection of drinks will carry you through the cold days and darker nights of the winter. There are Soothing recipes to curl up with in front of the fire such as a Cinnamon and Clementine Hot Chocolate and Chai Tea Latte. Restorative recipes include Spiced Winter Tea—especially reviving after a long winter’s walk. For a fortifying tipple try a Hot Buttered Rum or a punchy Penicillin which combines Scotch with lemon, honey, and ginger—the perfect winter warmer to soothe sore thro

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Festive, Recipes for Advent

The anticipation of Christmas and the excitement of Advent bring out the cook in everyone. Whether you're making nibbles to serve with drinks for friends, planning your holiday season menu, or baking heartfelt gifts for loved ones, Festive: Recipes for Advent has you covered. This collection of 24 seasonal recipes features everything from classic Christmas treats like panettone and jam cookies to more creative dishes like pumpkin wellington and ginger punch. With recipes for both sweet and savor

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Flora Notecards by Kirsten Sevig

Kirsten Sevig is an illustrator from Minnesota who loves to paint patterns into portable journals using a travel watercolor set. Without sketching or planning, she fills the blank pages. These four designs were chosen from her completed journals. To see what Kirsten is making now, you can follow her on Instagram. @kirstensevig This elegant folio includes 8 cards (2 each of 4 designs), and 8 envelopes. Cards are printed on textured, recycled paper, and are blank inside. Design wraps around the fr

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Flour Power

Teacher and baker Tara Jensen introduces new and experienced bakers to approachable techniques and recipes for making sourdough, rye, and desem (hearty wheat) bread. Flour Power is divided into two parts: the workshop and the recipes. In the workshop, bakers learn all about flour and how to build strength in dough by hand, read a bread formula, and troubleshoot sluggish starters and unruly doughs. The recipes section is divided into chapters by flour and bread type. There’s a chapter on sourdoug

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Fodor's Essential Scandinavia

Whether you want to explore Norway's fjords and Denmark's historic sites, shop for innovative Swedish design and eat Nordic cuisine, or soak in an authentic Finnish sauna or Iceland's geothermal pools, the local Fodor's travel experts in Scandinavia are here to help! Fodor's Essential Scandinavia guidebook is packed with maps, carefully curated recommendations, and everything else you need to simplify your trip-planning process and make the most of your time. This new edition has been fully-rede

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Folk Stories and Tall Tales

A gorgeously illustrated collection of stories and tall tales from North America, passed down through generations, spanning and reflecting a broad range of cultures and histories that make up our shared heritage. From Native American creation stories to tales of tricksters like Brer Rabbit and Anansi the spider, celebrate the stories that have helped shape a continent. You will also meet folk heroes such as Keelboat Annie, the strongest and fastest captain on the Mississippi River, and the giant

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