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Tips to Improve Reading Comprehension when reading to your kids

julie — Mon, 24 Nov 2008 07:50:20 +0000

Tips to Improve Reading Comprehension when reading to your kids.

BuckleyBoo

julie — Fri, 14 Nov 2008 11:00:36 +0000

Introducing BuckleyBoo, a huggable, lovable stuffed toy and an engaging challenge for babies and toddlers, all in one! Buckleyboo will help your child develop fine motor, visual, and spatial skills as they learn to match, buckle and unbuckle their lovable little pal’s 5 brightly colored ribbons and different buckles, keeping them entertained for hours.

Exploring Fractions

jason — Wed, 22 Oct 2008 06:44:32 +0000

As children investigate and compare these puzzle pieces, they get a tactile lesson in fractions and math concepts.

Idbids Eco-Learning Toy for Kids

julie — Thu, 16 Oct 2008 20:22:49 +0000

Meet the Idbids. Scout, Lola and Waverly. Likable (make that lovable) characters (make that friends)
here to find little partners (make that children) who discover the big (make that important) part they can play
in keeping our Earth happy, healthy and green – one iddy biddy step at a time. Imagine a world where we have taught environmental sustainability as a fundamental concept to our children – just as we teach shapes, colors, letters and the importance of saying “please and thank you.”

Animus by Seonna Hong

jason — Mon, 13 Oct 2008 06:33:53 +0000

Every child need Animus by Seonna Hong and Shenne Hahn. From her first frightful encounter with the animal, through a fanciful series of attempts at communication, the girl comes to realize that some differences are irreconcilable. This book utilizes a unique mix of beautiful paintings and cleverly animated pop-up elements to bring its characters and their emotions to life. Children and adults will relate to this story’s well-intentioned protagonist, and to the notion that some bullies are destined to remain bullies no matter how hard one tries to change them.

Kid O Music Box

julie — Fri, 26 Sep 2008 11:00:07 +0000

This Music Box is a magical and educational introduction to music for children and adults. The simple, unfinished wooden box comes with several pre-punched melodies, a specially designed hole punch and a set of blank paper strips for you to compose your own score. The forgiving tuning and sound quality makes it a completely exciting and non-intimidating way to learn how to create your own music.

V-Motion Active Learning System

derrick — Mon, 22 Sep 2008 11:00:18 +0000

Put your child in motion while driving home lessons in math, reading, science, spelling and more with the V-Motion TV Learning System! V-Motion is a brilliant breakthrough gaming console that combines wireless, motion-activated play, web connectivity and educational gaming into a system that plugs directly into your television! Get into the game with all your child’s favorite characters including Scooby-Doo, Thomas the Tank Engine, and Spider-Man, as well as new ones like Kung Fu Panda, Wall.E, and Wonder Pets! Your child will love the wireless action packed play with all their friends that guide them through age-appropriate skill levels and developmental activities. The exciting “Action Mania” Smartridge comes included with the console.

The Rookie Mom’s Handbook

julie — Thu, 18 Sep 2008 11:00:36 +0000

Bookshelves abound with activity books for babies and toddlers, but The Rookie Mom’s Handbook is the first designed exclusively for first-time mothers. Here are 250 enjoyable activities to help rookie moms maintain their individuality and boost their confidence about leaving the house, socializing, and doing things they’ve always liked to do—either with or without baby. Inspired by the popular Web site rookiemoms.com, the book offers bite-sized activities arranged according to the baby’s age. Some are crafty, some are adventurous, and some simply help get a meal on the table. Written in a lively, supportive tone and decorated with cute illustrations, The Rookie Mom’s Handbook is the perfect gift or resource to remind new moms that there’s more to life than dirty diapers and 3 a.m. feedings.

Discovery Ball with Squeaker from Haba

julie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 11:00:27 +0000

This small ball is elegant in its simplicity, with vibrant color, a smooth texture and fun squeak. We love the way this ball will trigger your child’s curiosity. The squeaker is activated not by pushing button, but by having baby whack the button against a hard surface. Made of beech wood. Coated in child-friendly, non-toxic paints to withstand years, even generations, of childhood adoration and play.

Discovery Ball with Squeaker from Haba: ($4.99)

Gigantic World Map

derrick — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 03:12:49 +0000

The term ‘world class’ only begins to describe this absolutely huge, absolutely fascinating wall map. A superb way to introduce children to the concepts of different countries, climates and cultures, it will become an important learning tool as they grow. And it’s a great-looking addition to any child’s room. Its 172 pieces include North and South Poles, 7 continents, 5 major bodies of water, countries, major natural features including rivers, lakes, mountain ranges, and deserts, visual pieces of people, landmarks, transportation, or animals that belong within each continent, and blanks to add in if your particular place of choice is not represented. A visual directory is included to help teach the proper location of each place. Pieces attach with Velcro and can be moved over and over. Riveted holes on top make hanging easy.

[Gigantic World Map]