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Marvel Absolutely Everything You Need to Know — Beginner’s Guide
I’ve been a fan of superheroes and comics from way back. And, I’m proud to say, that I’ve passed on that interest and excitement to my daughter. Last month, I…
Books
Entertainment
Children Books: Once Upon A Time In China… eBook Series
It’s kind of sad when you lose touch with your heritage. Those cultural connections can really enrich who you are and how you present yourself. As a fifth generation American,…
Entertainment
National Geographic Kids Animal Encyclopedia
No kid, or animal-lover of any age, should be without the new National Geographic Animal Encyclopedia. This has to be the coolest book from NGK! It’s a fabulous combination of…
For Everyone
National Geographic Kids Angry Birds Playground: Animals
We all know how Angry Birds has taken the world by storm. Now, they’re taking on the animal kingdom in Angry Birds Playground: Animals by National Geographic Kids. In this hardcover…
Entertainment
Bigsby Interactive Story Buddy – The Family’s New Best Buddy (Bwhahaha!)
Interactive Story Buddy books and toys have been available from Hallmark for a while now. It wasn’t until I met the two of the authors earlier this year (during the Moments…
Travel
Cooper’s Pack – Children’s Travel Guides
When planning a family vacation or getaway, we always try our best to include something every member will enjoy. We’ve even bought destination guidebooks featuring destinations ‘with kids’. Unfortunately, these…
Entertainment
Curious Critters – Not Only for Children
A new book has made it’s way onto my coffee table called “Curious Critters” by David FitzSimmons. The photographs in this book are breathtaking! So, even though this was actually…
Entertainment
“Inside the Yellow Border” w/ National Geographic Kids #BlogHer12
On Friday, August 3rd, I had the chance to have tea and scones with six of the editors of National Geographic Kids and 19 other bloggers. I was so looking…
Travel
NGK Ultimate U.S. Road Trip Atlas & National Park Guide U.S.A.
No matter what you may have planned for this summer, I’m sure it will involve at least some extended time in the car or airplane. To prevent antsy, bored children…
Family
Beautiful Doodles By Nellie Ryan [Book]
“I’m bored!” is a common sentiment heard in my household. No matter how much we give our kids to do they never seem satisfied. I was pleased to discover a series…
Entertainment
Charlie & Lola DVDs, Book, and Playset
My daughter LOVES Charlie & Lola. Their English accents and quirky adventures just makes her giggle every time. Check out the guest post I wrote for Dee at Cocktails for…
Entertainment
“Ladybug Girl and the Bug Squad” & “Ladybug Girl at the Beach”
Do you know a little girl that likes butterflies or ladybugs? Of course you do. The one I know happens to live with me. My daughter is a huge ladybug…