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Ten Little Fingers (Board Books for Babies)

Beautifully illustrated board book, 8 1/4″ X 8 1/4″, ages 6-24 months.

• ISBN13: 9780859536103
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 35 reviews)

List Price: $ 4.99
Price: $ 2.14

Ten Little Fingers (Board Books for Babies) Reviews

Review by Laura M.:

My 15-month old daughter spends a bit of time almost daily with this book. She was about 10 months at the time we purchased it and fell in love right away. She loves to act out the movements and watch us as we do it. The rhymes are fun, and the perfect length to hold the attention of little ones. This is also a good one to act out in the car, as it takes no time to have it memorized.

Review by :

My daughter is very active and this is the only book that she will actually sit still for while I read to her. The illustrations are fabulous and the actions are simple enough for an 8-9 month old to mimic.

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Where the Wild Things Are

In the forty years since Max first cried “Let the wild rumpus start,” Maurice Sendak’s classic picture book has become one of the most highly acclaimed and best-loved children’s books of all time. Now, in celebration of this special anniversary, introduce a new generation to Max’s imaginative journey to where the wild things are. Winner, 1964 Caldecott Medal
Notable Children’s Books of 1940–1970 (ALA)
1981 Boston Globe–Horn Book Award for Illustration
1963, 1982 Fanfare Honor List (The Horn Book)
Best Illustrated Children’s Books of 1963, 1982 (NYT)
A Reading Rainbow Selection
1964 Lewis Carroll Shelf Award
Children’s Books of 1981 (Library of Congress)
1981 Children’s Books (NY Public Library)
100 Books for Reading and Sharing 1988 (NY Public Library)Where the Wild Things Are is one of those truly rare books that can be enjoyed equally by a child and a grown-up. If you disagree, then it’s been too long since you’ve attended a wild rumpus. Max dons his wolf suit in pursuit of some mischief and gets sent to bed without supper. Fortuitously, a forest grows in his room, allowing his wild rampage to continue unimpaired. Sendak’s color illustrations (perhaps his finest) are beautiful, and each turn of the page brings the discovery of a new wonder. The wild things–with their mismatched parts and giant eyes–manage somehow to be scary-looking without ever really being scary; at times they’re downright hilarious. Sendak’s defiantly run-on sentences–one of his trademarks–lend the perfect touch of stream of consciousness to the tale, which floats between the land of dreams and a child’s imagination. This Sendak classic is more fun than you’ve ever had in a wolf suit, and it manages to reaffirm the notion that there’s no place like home.

• ISBN13: 9780060254926
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 483 reviews)

List Price: $ 17.95
Price: $ 8.67

QI: The Pocket Book of General Ignorance

A number-one bestseller, this is a comprehensive catalogue of all the misconceptions, mistakes and misunderstandings in ‘common knowledge’ that will make you wonder why anyone bothers going to school. Now available in this handy pocket-sized edition, carry it everywhere to impress your friends, frustrate your enemies and win every argument.

Rating: (out of 73 reviews)

List Price: $ 10.78
Price: $ 5.79

The Going-To-Bed Book

Serious silliness for all ages. Artist Sandra Boynton is back and better than ever with completely redrawn versions of her multi-million selling board books. These whimsical and hilarious books, featuring nontraditional texts and her famous animal characters, have been printed on thick board pages, and are sure to educate and entertain children of all ages.For a little one who is reluctant to go to bed, sometimes a silly book is just the ticket. And when it comes to silly books, Sandra Boynton is the undisputed queen. In The Going to Bed Book, an ark full of animals watches the sun go down and then prepares for bed. They take a bath (”in one big tub”), find pajamas, brush their teeth, do exercises up on deck (imagine an elephant jumping rope, a moose lifting weights, and a pig doing handstands), and finally say good night. The moon is high. The sea is deep.
They rock
and rock
and rock
to sleep.
Boynton’s inimitable animal characters have graced the pages of scads of picture books over the years. She has an extraordinary knack for knowing what appeals to small children: simple rhymes, goofy animals in goofy settings, and sweet, comforting stories. This book, along with her many other board-book titles (Moo, Baa, La La La!, But Not the Hippopotamus, and others) will surely remain a favorite. (Baby to preschool) –Emilie Coulter

• ISBN13: 9780671449025
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 223 reviews)

List Price: $ 5.99
Price: $ 2.60

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (Baby Board Books)

A board book for babies or toddlers and their parents, featurig a well-known nursery rhyme and interactive text.

• ISBN13: 9780859537285
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 38 reviews)

List Price: $ 4.99
Price: $ 2.05

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (Baby Board Books) Reviews

Review by Nicki Heskin:

At first glance, this book appears to be simply an illustration of a kids song. Some reviewers have complained that that’s all there is..so why buy it. But actually, there is a lot more there if you look.

First of all, while illustrated songs seem like an odd choice sometimes to adults, little kids LOVE them. Invariably, they are the ones my two year old brings to me again and again. They are also the first books that kids are able to memorize. This is important because they like to pull them out when they are playing independently, and model reading on their own. What a satisfying experience for a pre-reader! Plus, for parents for whom it doesn’t come as naturally to bring music into their children’s lives, these sorts of books are a great way to do so.

This book does an excellent job of being really clear with the pictures lining up the words and the body parts. The first line, she gives each body part it’s very own page, so that they can be large and really obvious — the little animal on the page mirroring the same body part as the baby is also very adorable.

When she gets to eyes, ears, mouth and nose, she adds another dimension by putting in item on the page that you can do with that body part — for eyes - books, for ears - baby instruments, for mouth - baby food and sippy cup, and for nose - flowers. So there is a discussion element if you are reading this with your baby and choose to take it.

The back of the book has the last “knees and toes” echo…pretty cute, and also has the whole song written out under a staff with musical notes. My older daughter has taken to grabbing this ‘baby’ book and asking how to pluck it out on her little piano keyboard. So the book can have a second life for that purpose later on.

The pictures of the babies are endearing.. I love their happy little faces. It is worth noting that while the babies are definitely different “shades” — it’s hardly what I’d call multi-cultural, which is a shame because there’s no reason why it couldn’t have been. She did throw in a couple girls.

All and all, if the multicultural issue doesn’t concern you, I’d recommend this highly for your own little on, or for a gift.

Review by K. Creek:

My husband and I were trying to teach out daughter where her eyes, nose, mouth etc were. My husband has never heard this song so it was hard for him to do with our daughter. I found this book and now this is daddy’s book to read. within a week our daughter knows where her body parts are and how to say and she loves reading it with her dad. I would recommend this book.

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Open the Barn Door (A Chunky Book(R))

Illustrated in full color. Open the barn door and take a tour around the

barnyard to find out just who’s making all those wonderful animal sounds.

• ISBN13: 9780679809012
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 95 reviews)

List Price: $ 3.99
Price: $ 1.10

Open the Barn Door (A Chunky Book(R)) Reviews

Review by fifi:

I ordered this book based on all its’ glowing reviews. I was a little disappointed when it arrived though. It’s very small… yes… good for throwing in your purse etc.. but the flaps inside are also very small. Too small for my 11 month old to use, and a little difficult to find. I’m still going to give it four stars. The illustrations are very colorful and fun. The location of the flaps with-in the pictures is very well done… it’s just a shame they are so small. I’m sure my son will really enjoy this book in 5 months or so.

*** For a better young age appropriate lift the flap book, try “Hide and Seek Farm”, by Grandreams books. This book is a little bigger, but the card board flaps are huge, and the illustrations simple and colorful. My sons loves this series! (Hide and seek Ocean, Forest, Farm, Pets, Jungle, and Polar)

Review by A reader:

This book was loved by all my kids at around 1.5 years on up. Get a few copies as toddlers can be rough with the doors and they eventually do fall off. I give this book as a gift as well when friends have babies.

Kids always love to see animals and hear animal sounds. It is no wonder this book is popular!

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Indigo Ocean Dreams: 4 Children’s Stories Designed to Decrease Stress, Anger and Anxiety while Increasing Self-Esteem and Self-Awareness

Indigo Ocean Dreams is a 60 minute audio/CD designed to entertain your child in an ocean setting while introducing them to four research-based, stress management techniques. Each story integrates either progressive muscular relaxation, visualizations, breathing, and affirmations (positive statements). Children follow their sea friends along as they use progressive muscular relaxation and breathing to release and manage anger with Angry Octopus. Children build self-esteem with positive believe in yourself statements with Affirmation Weaver. Diaphragmatic breathing is fun with sea otters in Sea Otter Cove. Children enjoy a bubble ride through the ocean as they visualize colors with Bubble Riding. This CD offers longer stories than the first in this series, Indigo Dreams. Ideal for older children ages 6-12, or as step two for those already familiar with Indigo Dreams. Engaging characters present these adult level techniques in an easy to follow format that makes it fun for any child to learn. The male narration is accompanied by calming sounds of dolphins, sea otters, and gentle waves. An additional music sound track is included to further enhance your child’s relaxation experience. These proven techniques encourage wellness and provide tools for children who suffer from anxiety, stress, trauma, hyperactivity, anger, pain, sleep issues, and lack of confidence.

• ISBN13: 9780970863362
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 72 reviews)

List Price: $ 15.95
Price: $ 8.98

Indigo Ocean Dreams: 4 Children’s Stories Designed to Decrease Stress, Anger and Anxiety while Increasing Self-Esteem and Self-Awareness Reviews

Review by Kerstin Sjoquist:

The Indigo Dreams series is exceptional: The writing is delightful, the narration gentle and soothing, the music is dreamy and non-intrusive, and the relaxation techniques effective (even on a kid in her 5th decade of life!) Because I create guided meditation CDs for adults, I am extremely familiar with what is in the marketplace. More often than not I’m dissappointed, but I’m happy to say that Indigo Ocean Dreams delighted me. Not only does this CD help the listener to relax, it gently addresses some of the issues that can cause stress (anger, anxiety, poor self esteem, etc.), helping kids to find constructive ways to have more calm in their waking life as well. I’m looking forward to the next CD!

Review by Bonita:

My 10 year old daughter has been going through a tough time…lots of drama related to her friendships and anxiety about the foregoing issues led to pretty severe bouts of insomnia. I ordered these cds based on the reviews, and was so pleased. My daughter listened to them at bedtime, and the first night, slept the entire night through. She was able to relate to the stories, and the positive affirmations were something new to her that she truely embraced. I highly recommend that parents buy this series for their kids if they are struggling with anxiety or social concerns. I listened to them too, and found them helpful as well.

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The Help

Three ordinary women are about to take one extraordinary step.

Twenty-two-year-old Skeeter has just returned home after graduating from Ole Miss. She may have a degree, but it is 1962, Mississippi, and her mother will not be happy till Skeeter has a ring on her finger. Skeeter would normally find solace with her beloved maid Constantine, the woman who raised her, but Constantine has disappeared and no one will tell Skeeter where she has gone.

Aibileen is a black maid, a wise, regal woman raising her seventeenth white child. Something has shifted inside her after the loss of her own son, who died while his bosses looked the other way. She is devoted to the little girl she looks after, though she knows both their hearts may be broken.

Minny, Aibileen’s best friend, is short, fat, and perhaps the sassiest woman in Mississippi. She can cook like nobody’s business, but she can’t mind her tongue, so she’s lost yet another job. Minny finally finds a position working for someone too new to town to know her reputation. But her new boss has secrets of her own.

Seemingly as different from one another as can be, these women will nonetheless come together for a clandestine project that will put them all at risk. And why? Because they are suffocating within the lines that define their town and their times. And sometimes lines are made to be crossed.

In pitch-perfect voices, Kathryn Stockett creates three extraordinary women whose determination to start a movement of their own forever changes a town, and the way women—mothers, daughters, caregivers, friends—view one another. A deeply moving novel filled with poignancy, humor, and hope, The Help is a timeless and universal story about the lines we abide by, and the ones we don’t.

• ISBN13: 9780399155345
• Condition: NEW
• Notes: Brand New from Publisher. No Remainder Mark.

Rating: (out of 1962 reviews)

List Price: $ 24.95
Price: $ 13.10

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