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Children’s Books About Love

SEA33 — Sun, 05 Feb 2012 17:00:35 +0000

Ah, February- the month of love. With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, parents everywhere are running to the stores to look for some sugary sweet treats for their kids. However, nothing says “I love you” like a book the two of you can read together every night, and here are a few excellent choices. [...]

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Fun Books for February

SEA33 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 13:00:28 +0000

Does your child’s library need a new addition? Check out Huffington Post Parents’ selections for Best Children’s Books for February. You’ll find fun books inspired by Groundhog’s Day, Valentine’s Day and Black History Month. Fun Books for February is a post from: The Parent Tips Blog Tweet This Post

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Raise a Writer

SEA33 — Thu, 12 Jan 2012 21:00:13 +0000

Encouraging young children to read is great, but many parents do not encourage pre-school age children to write. Why should they? Studies show that kids are able to tell stories through pictures at a very young age and can even write complex stories by five years old. So, why not take a look at these [...]

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Great Books & CDs for Babies

SEA33 — Sun, 08 Jan 2012 17:00:45 +0000

When you’re expecting a baby, you try to buy everything you’ll need to welcome your little one, but books and music might not be at the top of your list. That said, reading to babies and listening to music with your children can be one of the best things a parent can do for their [...]

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Great Family Holiday Books

SEA33 — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 01:00:27 +0000

The editors and contributors at Cool Mom Picks have put together a list of their favorite family holiday books, and it’s really neat! The unique list covers Christmas and Hanukkah and has a great combination of old classics, new favorites and even books that aren’t normally associated with the holidays. Great Family Holiday Books is [...]

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Best Books for Non-Traditional Families

SEA33 — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:00:53 +0000

Divorce, adoption, same-sex parents, single parents… there are many reasons why a family is considered “non-traditional,” but did you know there are kids’ books out there that address these types of families? Check out 11 Books About Modern Families. Best Books for Non-Traditional Families is a post from: The Parent Tips Blog Tweet This Post

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10 Great Holiday Books for Toddlers

SEA33 — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 00:22:57 +0000

If you’re looking for some books to get you into the holiday spirit, check out these 10 fun holiday books for toddlers. There are books for every holiday: Kwanza, Hanukkah, Christmas and more. 10 Great Holiday Books for Toddlers is a post from: The Parent Tips Blog Tweet This Post

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Bob Dylan’s New Children’s Book

SEA33 — Sat, 03 Dec 2011 13:00:13 +0000

If you love the song Blowin’ in the Wind by Bob Dylan, you might just love this book by the same title. The book matches Dylan’s lyrics with beautiful watercolor paintings, and it includes a CD of the song’s original recording. Bob Dylan’s New Children’s Book is a post from: The Parent Tips Blog Tweet [...]

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Great Kids’ Books About Dogs

SEA33 — Mon, 07 Nov 2011 21:00:33 +0000

Teaching your child to love and care for animals is very important. Also, teaching your child about the responsibility that comes with owning a pet can be very important when they start asking if they can have one. PBS Kids recommends a great selection of kids’ books about dogs, ranging from books about pets at [...]

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Books to Celebrate Hispanic Culture

SEA33 — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 20:00:47 +0000

Hispanic Heritage Month may be over, but it’s never too late to help your child learn about different cultures and people. One great way to do that is through reading. Check out this list of great books about Hispanic culture. Books to Celebrate Hispanic Culture is a post from: The Parent Tips Blog Tweet This [...]

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Baseball Books for Little Fans

SEA33 — Sat, 29 Oct 2011 00:00:03 +0000

The World Series is coming to a close and the baseball season will soon be over, but that doesn’t mean your family’s love of baseball has to end with it. Check out this great list of baseball books for little sluggers and see if you can find a few good bedtime stories to replace those [...]

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Picture Books Boys Will Love

SEA33 — Mon, 17 Oct 2011 16:00:47 +0000

Getting little boys to read can be a little bit of a challenge when they’re itching to run around and play in the dirt. But reading is an excellent way to ensure your child has a lifelong enjoyment of learning, and it’s always great to encourage it. Looking for some picture books your boys will [...]

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Fun Books for Fire Safety Week

SEA33 — Wed, 12 Oct 2011 12:00:24 +0000

This book is fire safety week, and no matter what age your child is, they’re never too young to learn not to play with fire. With this in mind, Apples4theTeacher.com has come up with a list of fire safety picture books that your little one will love. They’ll help you teach something very important while [...]

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Great Kids’ Halloween Books

SEA33 — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 12:00:47 +0000

There’s no better way to get in the mood for Halloween than by diving into a spooktacular story. Check out Reader’s Digest’s list of 9 Great Halloween Books for Kids to find fun Halloween books for kids of all ages. Great Kids’ Halloween Books is a post from: The Parent Tips Blog Tweet This Post

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Banning Children’s Books

SEA33 — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 12:00:25 +0000

Remember that controversy surrounding the book, Brown Bear, Brown Bear, What Do You See? What about Little Red Riding Hood? Me, either. It may seem strange to see them on the list of books that have been banned over the last decade, but believe it or not, these books and others were determined to be [...]

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Good Books for Girls

SEA33 — Sun, 25 Sep 2011 16:00:31 +0000

Are you or your daughter tired of all of the pink, frilly princess products always aimed at little girls? If so, you’ll want to check this out. Babble has a list of picture books that “empower” little girls. You’ll find old favorites like Madeline and Elosie, as well as some new books from your favorite [...]

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New Books for a New School Year

SEA33 — Sat, 24 Sep 2011 20:00:32 +0000

Does your child love to read? School is back in session and what better way to celebrate than going to the library or the book store for some new books? Daily Candy has put together a list of picture books that are new this fall and you will definitely want to check it out – [...]

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Get Your Little Ones Moving

SEA33 — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 16:00:45 +0000

It’s never too early to teach your kids the importance of exercise and movement, but chances are your preschoolers aren’t yet old enough to play organized sports, and they’ll probably get a little bored jogging laps around the neighborhood. PBS Parents has put together a list of ways to get young kids moving, including obstacle [...]

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iPad Apps for Preschoolers

SEA33 — Tue, 20 Sep 2011 00:00:47 +0000

Let’s face it: if you have an iPad and a child, there’s a good chance said child enjoys playing with said iPad as much you do. This isn’t necessarily a bad thing. Your iPad can become a great learning tool for kids of all ages, especially preschoolers. With in mind, Lil Sugar has compiled a [...]

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Should You Read to Babies?

SEA33 — Sun, 18 Sep 2011 00:00:34 +0000

Reading to your baby may seem like a waste of time; surely they can’t understand what’s going on, right? Not so! Reading to babies during the first year teaches everything from communication to memory skills and can help shape a lifetime of learning, language and a love of reading. Should You Read to Babies? is [...]

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The PBS Parents Bookfinder

SEA33 — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:19 +0000

Looking for some books for your child but don’t know where to start? Maybe you can start with the PBS Parents Bookfinder. It’s a nifty little tool that helps you find children’s books by age, subject, key word and more. It also helps you find popular children’s books from PBS programs, such as Arthur, Curious [...]

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Word Hunt Expedition

SEA33 — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 16:00:42 +0000

Is your child starting to read or learning to recognize words? If so, you might want to try having a little fun with the new skill to help build your child’s reading confidence. One way to do that is by having a word hunt expedition. All you need are some magnetic letters and a place [...]

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Children’s Books About 9/11

SEA33 — Mon, 12 Sep 2011 12:00:11 +0000

If your child was not yet born or too young to understand what was going on ten years ago, you probably spent a good bit of time this weekend explaining what September 11 means. With everyone talking about where they were the day the World Trade Center fell and news stations playing non-stop footage, your [...]

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Strange Kids’ Books

SEA33 — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 20:00:06 +0000

Ever heard of Mommy, Why is There a Server in the House? What about My First Cavity Search? Is Latawnya, the Naughty Horse Learns to Say “No” to Drugs a favorite book in your household? Believe it or not, these are real books that are out there on the market and just three of 15 [...]

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Find the Right Kids’ Books

SEA33 — Sat, 27 Aug 2011 00:00:28 +0000

A book can be a kid’s best friend when they find the right one. Getting kids to read more can be a really difficult task, but once you help them find something they love, you’ll have a reader for life on your hands. If you’re looking for some ideas for the little readers in your [...]

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