Archive for the ‘Books (Fiction)’ Category

How to Teach Your Child Tolerance: Create a Global Bookshelf

Monday, July 14th, 2008

Even though Baby Mwah is only a few months old, I've been pondering the best way to teach him tolerance and respect for other cultures as he grows. I know that one of the best ways is by modeling love and respect for others, but I also did some research ...

An Animal Safari With Meerkat

Thursday, May 15th, 2008

Toddlers and young children love animals and guessing games, so Meerkat's Safari is a natural winner. Our friend, the Meerkat, leads us on an adventure to meet some of the other animals of Africa. Each mini riddle starts with animal tracks and a rhyming clue. Turn the page and the reader ...

My Favorite Easter Book

Thursday, March 13th, 2008

If you're looking to give your child something more meaningful than jelly bellies and chocolate bunnies this Easter, I recommend my favorite Easter book- The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes.  Written in 1939, The Country Bunny and the Little Gold Shoes feels modern and has an empowering message for young girls. All the bunnies ...

Excitement! Adventure! You!

Wednesday, November 14th, 2007

The hero of the The First Adventures of Incredible You is adventurous, unique, and confident--just like your child. And you'll have the chance to win one at the end of this review.This personalized storybook by Custom Made for Kids describes our Baby growing into exactly the sort of child ...

Are You A Slummy Mummy?

Thursday, July 26th, 2007

I received a review copy of Slummy Mummy by Fiona Neill a few weeks ago, and it didn't disappoint.The heroine Lucy Sweeney is scatterbrained and prone to mishaps. Formerly a producer on a prestigious news show, she's now the stay-at-home mother of three children and a bit of a mess. ...