Word Nerd 2026 Calendar: Obscure Forgotten Slang & Fascinating Phrase Origins
Mental Floss’s Word Nerd 2026 Day-to-Day Calendar is the fun-lover’s choice for daily wordplay, phrase origins, and light-to-heavy logophilia.
From spotlighting linguistic curios and archaic insults to decoding generational slang and uncovering the odd origins of quirky idioms, Mental Floss’s Word Nerd 2026 Day-to-Day Calendar shows us the fascinating, funny, and occasionally foul-mouthed stories behind how we say what we mean and mean what we say.
Features include:
* No single-use plastic
* Page size 4.606 x 4.606
* Recyclable chipboard easel backer for desk or tabletop display
* Printed on FSC® certified paper with soy-based ink
* Full-color tear-off pages
* Back of pages are blank for notes or shopping lists
* Day/Date reference on each page
* Combined weekend pages
* Official major world holidays and observances
* Each page features a new word, phrase origin, or fun and fascinating fact about language, with categories including Oldies but Goodies, What in the Word?, Period Pieces, Spectacular Vernacular, Creature Features, Memorable Eponyms, Uncommon Words for Common Things, Happy Holidays, and more.
Shipping: Shipping for all orders outside of Cranford, NJ is a flat rate fee of $5.00. Items are usually processed and dropped in the mail within 1-3 business days, and typically require 1-8 business days for transit via USPS or UPS.
Delivery: We offer free local delivery to shipping addresses in Cranford, NJ.
In-Store Pickup: Orders generally will be ready for pickup in about 5 days; an email will be sent when your order is ready. Orders will be available for pickup during regular business hours.
You may return or exchange any book or non-book item in its original condition for a full refund (excluding shipping cost) within 7 days of receiving your order. Non-book items must also include all original tags and/or packaging. Gift cards are not returnable.
See full policy
