The Highlights Book of Things To Do

Tired of hearing “I’m bored!”? With 500+ screen-free activities, The Highlights Book of Things to Do gives kids endless ways to create, explore, discover, and DO something fun.

Make rock candy. Learn a magic trick. Create a comic strip. Build a box kite. Go birding. Make a time capsule. With hundreds of ideas to choose from, kids can follow what interests them, try something new, and keep coming back for more.

• 500+ screen-free things to do, including crafts, games, recipes, science experiments, outdoor adventures, magic tricks, puzzles, and more
• Easy-to-follow activities kids can dive into themselves, plus plenty of ideas to enjoy with family and friends
• Fun that builds real skills, inspiring creativity, curiosity, problem-solving, confidence, and even new interests

Now available in paperback, this go-to source of inspiration is perfect for rainy days, weekends, school breaks, summer vacation, or anytime boredom strikes. Kids can return to it again and again.

More than an activity book, The Highlights Book of Things to Do helps kids discover just how much they can do when they put down the screen and let their curiosity lead the way.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs