Hobbies offer outlets for personal expression, breaks from everyday routines, and distractions from nonproductive activities. Hobbies also encourage social interaction, provide a sense of accomplishment, and can reduce stress. This timely and creative series invites readers to explore hobbies that spark and develop their interests, talents, and skills. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Abdo & Daughters is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO.