Moms on the Move with Linda Swain - Book, DVD, Music, TV Reviews

Book, DVD, Music and Television Reviews

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In My Own World 12.00 (Book)

This fantastic adventure takes children on a journey around the globe. Benefitting The National Autism Association, In My Own World makes the world of autistic children come to life.

REVIEW:

Michelle Weisen’s In My Own World was designed for special needs children with a shiny surface that can be wiped down, the spiral binding, and the thick pages. Her book is an excellent book for young children! The story line allows your child’s imagination to run wild, especially because of the photographs she has illustrated. In the book, she uses the outline of young girl and boy, with no distinct features, encouraging kids to put themselves in the storybook… literally! It is a wonderful book that will make kids feel at ease and a sense of enchantment as they dive into the deep sea with a vibrant octopus,, soar towards the starry sky, or discover a sunken treasure.

http://www.wordsofmercy.com

The Bernstein Bears and the Golden Rule 3.99 (Book)

When Sister Bear receives a locket for her birthday with the Golden Rule inscribed on it, she wonders what the verse means. And although Mama Bear explains it, it isn’t until she befriends a lonely newcomer at school that she understands what the rule looks like in action.

REVIEW:

The Golden Rule is a great book that highlights many topics kids face in school and in their social groups. It's a great book to show children never to exclude anyone or treat anyone less than how you would want to be treated. It shows them to be conscious of they treat others. This is an important book to have to show kids, in a very entertaining, fun and relatable way, that we should treat everyone equally!

http://www.zondervan.com/Cultures/en-US/Product/ProductDetail.htm?ProdID=com.zondervan.9780310712473&QueryStringSite=Zondervan

The Bernstein Bears Go to Sunday School 3.99 (Book)

When Mama Bear decides its been too long since they’ve attended church at the Chapel in the Woods, the Bear family works to get back in the habit. It isn’t long before the family remembers what a wonderful place the church is and finds that going to church is something they look forward to every week.

REVIEW:
This Bernstein Bear Book is a great way of showing children the importance of “togetherness,” and the importance of family. The book illustrated the story of Noah’s Ark in a fun and imaginative way. This book showed children that church, God, and his teaching are not boring, they are interesting, exciting, and magical. They can be fun to learn about. So, if you have little ones who resist going to church, this is the book for you!

http://www.zondervan.com/Cultures/en-US/Product/ProductDetail.htm?ProdID=com.zondervan.9780310712480&QueryStringSite=Zondervan

The Bernstein Bears God Loves You! 3.99 (Book)

Brother and Sister Bear learn an important lesson about God's love.

REVIEW:
A very good positive and motivational book that shows kids that even when things don't go as they planned, there is always something positive that creeps out of the shadows. The story is relatable, engaging, and a real page turner. The book also has a section on the back panel for question and answer discussions.

http://www.zondervan.com/Cultures/en-US/Product/ProductDetail.htm?ProdID=com.zondervan.9780310712503&QueryStringSite=Zondervan

The Bernstein Bears Say Their Prayers! 3.99 (DVD)

Although saying bedtime prayers is a habit in the Bear household, Brother Bear isn’t sure why they do it. But when he sees a friend on his baseball team praying at the game, he decides to try it himself. Things don’t work out as he expects though, and Brother Bear learns that although prayers are always answered, they aren’t always answered as we expect.

REVIEW: This is a great book to show children the importance of prayer! Bernstein uses great situations like a baseball game, to relate to the kids about the themes about which he writes. He shows children's realistic and natural reactions to certain situations and provides a realistic and meaningful way to deal with those emotions, feelings , and predicaments. A great book for teaching your children about the importance of prayer and how they really do get answered!
http://www.zondervan.com/Cultures/en-US/Product/ProductDetail.htm?ProdID=com.zondervan.9780310712466&QueryStringSite=Zondervan

Wildlife Rescue Rangers 14.00 (Book)

Wildlife Rescue Rangers educates young readers about how a wildlife rehabilitation facility operates and celebrates the dedicated individuals who donate their time and services. This guide teaches young people (and their parents) what to do if they find injured or abandoned wildlife and gives kids ideas on how they can help. A Wildlife Rescue Ranger badge is included with every book.

REVIEW:
Wildlife Rescue Rangers educates children about wildlife rehabilitation and comes with an eco iron-on patch. This book I such a great and fun resource for kids to learn about the common wildlife around their area including, squirrels, ducks, rabbits, and much more. Weisen even teaches kids how they can help clean up the environment and protect the animals that make up the world around us. She provides incredible and interesting pictures for your little one to follow, and gives all of the key points on what a wildlife rescue ranger needs to know. Not only is her book kid-friendly, but adults and teens can really benefit from the information she gives… I even learned a thing or two! I highly recommend this book because of it’s interesting content, accessibility, and the ease with which you can follow the stories. A must have for every household!
http://www.wordsofmercy.com/homepage.html

My Body Belongs to Me (Book)

My Body Belongs to Me speaks to children- it makes them aware that when i comes to their bodies, there are boundaries. It assures them that it's OK to tell a parent or teacher if someone touches their "private parts." Children will respond to the rhyming text and bright illustrations. Parents and educators will find it a vial tool to initiate a lifesaving dialogue.

REVIEW: Jill portrays this very difficult subject in a way that kids will respond to easily and they will understand. The rhyming in the book is very appealing, especially to a child, and putting this important subject into a children's storybook form will encourage kids to feel comfortable discussing the topic. Jill has portrayed this topic in such a way that kids will feel comfortable telling their parents and/or teachers, if they were abused. This is a really great book for your children to read, especially when they are very young!
http://mybodybelongstome.com/

You Are What You Eat! 4-39 (Book)

http://www.amazon.com/You-Are-What-Eat-Change/dp/0452287170/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1229358834&sr=8-1
Dr. Gillian McKeith's book You Are What You Eat is FANTASTIC! She really teaches us that you can eat in abundance ( of HEALTHY FOOD that is) and still look and feel great, trim, and glowing!

The lay out is eye-catching, engaging, and accessible. The way she words the book is easy to understand, relatable, and extremely interesting. This book really helped me understand the ways in which my body reacts to certain foods and lifestyles decisions. Most importantly, she gives a run down of the different nutrients and benefits each type of food provides. She also lays out a really easy 7-day diet plan that will transform your insides into a healthier and happier place.
If you just want to have a day to flush out all of the toxins inside your body, she provides a great one-day detox that really leaves you feeling fresh the next day.

She gives a straight forward review of what your body's aches and pains are really trying to tell you. Did you know that dark circles under your eyes indicates food allergies and possible weak kidney energy??
That's just one of the eye-opening facts that'll keep you reading for more.

A truly amazing book that EVERYONE should have in their kitchens!

Juliet Johnson Reminds Us That 15.00 (Book)

If you’re tired of reading a book that glamorizes motherhood and fails to include the real stuff, then you might want to pick up Juliet Johnson's "Somebody’s Always Hungry" on your next trip to the beach. This awesome read compiles essays that remind us of the realities involved with raising kids from their first day in the world to their first day of school.

Before motherhood, our perception is one filled with roses and lilies until we give birth and all of that goes right out the window. We find out that they’re not just cute anymore. They’re tiny human beings that demand a lot of service. Juliet Johnson comforts moms with humorous stories that both the newbies and veterans will relate to. Most importantly, Johnson reminds us that we are not alone in our day to day struggles. If one mom went through it, a million more will. Moms will find that "Somebody’s Always Hungry" is exemplary of the growing human spirit and that sometimes surrendering against our expectations is the only way to move forward. A wonderful read that will take you on a familiar journey though one mom’s trials and tribulations, you will fall in love with Somebody’s Always Hungry immediately!

The Mother's Guide to Self-Renewal: How to Reclaim, Rejuvenate and Re-Balance Your Life (Book)

Motherhood is an incredibly challenging yet rewarding experience. Their temper tantrums and teenage rebellion are all worth the miracle of seeing them grow into wonderful human beings. Our passion for our children, however, tends to consume our thoughts completely, so much that we forget about ourselves. "The Mother's Guide to Self-Renewal: How to Reclaim, Rejuvenate and Re-Balance Your Life," is just the remedy for moms who have forgotten how to track their own needs.

This empowering self help book will show moms how to balance their lives in an effort to better understand their wants in life. "The Mother's Guide to Self-Renewa..." is broken into twelve sections that each seem to focus on a different element of discovering oneself and leading a productive lifestyle. You’ll find personal accounts not only from author, Renee Trudeau, but also from other moms who have similarly experienced the lack of balance that mothers universally feel. Surrounding oneself with the right energy, self acceptance, and the discovery of life outside of “super mom” are all topics drastically covered in this inspiring read by life coach, Renee Peterson Trudeau, a mom who wanted to help other moms see the beauty in their own lives. Pick up this extraordinary read. You won’t regret it!

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Raising Boys (Book)

My parents birthed and raised three boys into men but it wasn’t easy. With each one, there was a misconception that they would stay sweet forever. Little did they know, it was all a set-up for the worst. It took three misunderstandings to understand that the “sweet” stage is a short-lived phenomenon for every little boy. Raising children in today’s society can be a nerve wrecking experience for any parent but when it comes to raising boys, we can truly be at a loss for words, let alone actions. Nothing you do or say ever feels right. If this happens to be you, which it probably is, then consider yourself an idiot, at least in terms of understanding the foreign language spoken by your son. Have no fear! There’s a book that will set the record straight. "The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Raising Boys" offers a parental guide to communicating and creating healthy relationships with your growing boys from birth to the big college ship-off.

Authors of this helpful guide, Laurie and Barron Helgoe, are a husband and wife team and parents to two boys themselves. The two combine their forces as mother and father to provide you with wonderful tips on interacting with your own sons as they enter those odd stages of their growth, whether it’s adolescent bullying or the “I hate girls” stage. The "Complete Idiot’s Guide to Raising Boys" walks parents through understanding the psyche of their sons. You’ll finally understand why they react and behave the way they do and ways to respond without making matters worse. A wonderful read for any parent, consider yourself an idiot until you’ve picked up this wonderful guide. Enjoy!

Autism Heroes By Dr. Barbara Firestone 23.07 (Book)

Imagine a disorder that impaired your ability to communicate your simple wants and needs. This seems to be the reality for so many children born with Autism, the fastest growing developmental disease in the country. With statistics on the rise, it’s no wonder that Dr. Barbara Firestone felt an urgency to communicate the stories of those families struggling to deal with the challenging disorder.

An inspiring compilation of 38 families and their battle with Autism, Firestone exposes the mental and emotional bearing of having a child with special needs. She even includes celebrity features from actors Joe Mantegna, Gary Cole and baseball pitcher Jim Gott, putting forth their personal battles with raising an autistic child. Each of the family features are complimented with electrifying black and white photos taken by acclaimed photographer, Joe Bussink. This empowering read is divided into four brilliant sections titled, “Dignity,” “Hope,” “Opportunity,” and “Love,” reflecting different phases that one is forced to face upon dealing with the disease.

Dr. Firestone is the President and founder of the Help Group of Los Angeles, an organization that serves children with special needs. She is highly dedicated to empowering the families of Autistic Children by creating awareness nationally. A “Moms on the Move” must-read, "Autism Heroes" will inspire moms everywhere.

Life as a single mom: It isn't easy or is it? $15.00 (Book)

Single motherhood is a challenging experience that can weigh mentally and emotionally on mom. Decisions and lifestyles are completely different from that of a two parent home but if this is you, don’t feel alone. Stephanie M. Clark’s "Life as a Single Mom: It isn’t easy or is it" dives head first into the world of single motherhood as it tackles issues that plague this community of strong willed women.

Intended to serve as a guide that will walk single mothers through the motions of improving their parenthood trade, "Life as a Single Mom..." is equipped with personal accounts from various single moms who experienced multiple hardships. Undoubtedly, moms can expect to pick up some great tips that will effectively take them through the chaos of raising children alone. Additionally, Clark doesn’t neglect to address teen mothers that may be experiencing some of the same adversity in raising their children. In fact, the book includes a chapter exclusively targeted to teenage moms and young women who could be headed in that same direction.

"Life as a Single Mom..." is a wonderful read for single moms in need of a little direction. It’s fun, it’s informative and it’s real. Most importantly, it addresses all moms experiencing difficulty in raising their children and empowers them with confidence to be the best parent they can be.

http://www.lifeasasinglemom.com

Baby Steps: The Path from Motherhood to Career 9.99 (Book)

Motherhood is a trade that is absolutely irreplaceable but for many moms, a second job is a definite option. However, for most, the decision to reenter the workforce post motherhood can be a very difficult one. The pressure to fulfill the role of mother and wife can sometimes burden a potential professional life. Thank God for Diane Lang’s Baby Steps: The Path from Motherhood to Career comes. Serving as a reference to mothers who are in need of direction, this easy read will provide mom the confidence and advice to make the next move.

Forcing mothers to reflect on important questions like, “what does being a mother mean to me” and “why do I want to go back to work” to “is it financially feasible,” Baby Steps allows you to assess what YOUR values truly are. Equipped with advice from other mothers who have had to make similar decisions, the quick read walks mom, who might be a little rusty on her job searching skills, through the basics of searching, building a resume and interviewing. Lang shows mothers that there are different options available that will allow them to balance motherhood with a career.

A great read for the mom on the go, Baby Steps shares the emotional adversity in broadening one’s world beyond motherhood to later show that she can make it a positive experience. The book even manages to provide moms with sample resumes and cover letters that are sure to make for an excellent application package. If this is you, then bon-a-petit!!!!

https://benttreepress.com/products/order/lang_order.htm

Secrets of Millionaire Moms (Book)

It’s not easy starting your own business, let alone being mom. With kids and a husband, who has time to strategize and market a business or product? Oddly enough, there are a plethora of Moms turned millionaires that have pushed their products to success. Tamara Monosoff’s Secrets of Millionaire Moms is here to show you exactly how moms from all walks of life accomplished just that. Author of the "Mom Inventors Handbook", Monosoff not only equips her readers with the success stories of moms across the country but also gives great tips on how to effectively market your very own products. Understanding that there are millions of moms that would love to push their ideas, Monosoff hopes that her book will motivate them to stop thinking about starting their own businesses and actually start doing it. Rejection is apart of the process, according to Monosoff so don’t be afraid of the word “no”. The first step is finding out how to digest a negative response which is where the book comes into the equation.

The Jungle Book: 40th Anniversary Platinum Edition (DVD)

It’s back folks!!! Back in a two disc 40th anniversary platinum edition, Walt Disney’s “The Jungle Book,” inspired by Rudyard Kiplings’ “Mowlgli” story, is a colorful animation about a boy who has been raised by wolves in an Indian jungle. Upon hearing that the evil tiger, Shere Kahn, is close by, the wolves send Mowlgli to a man village to remove him from possible danger. On his journey, the young boy encounters multiple classical characters that after 40 years, continue to entertain us.

Of course this special anniversary edition would not be complete without standard bonus features and commentary from some of Disney’s greatest animators, including none other than Walt himself. Let’s not forget interactive games and music videos for the kids that will have them glued to the screen. As Disney’s 19th animated masterpiece, “The Jungle Book” is an absolute must-have for the DVD archive.

A Thousand Splendid Nights (Book)

By Khaled Hosseini

After Khaled Hosseini’s trip to Kabul in the spring of 2003, he felt the need to capture the collective spirit of the women of Afghanistan. In an effort to do this, he produced the compelling best seller, A Thousand Splendid Suns. The novel follows the lives of two women, Mariam, a poor villager, and Laila, the educated daughter of a school teacher. Taking place from pre to post Taliban rule, the influence of politics seems to drive the novel tremendously. Into the Taliban rule and Soviet invasion, the story of Miriam and Laila exhibits the way in which tragedy and faith keep these women linked. As their country experiences political turmoil, the reader witnesses the sacrifice and courage that two women undergo in order to survive a deathly situation. A tear provoking read, you’ll be extremely enlightened and touched.

Night (Book)

by Elie Wiesel

Thousands of books have been published about it but this book got Oprah's attention. A personal account of the Holocaust, Ellie Weisel’s "Night" captures the innocence, bravery and strength of a young teenage boy as he witnesses one of history’s greatest genocides. After being dragged from death camp to death camp, the young boy is plagued with questions of his own faith and thus parallels this life changing journey with a spiritual one. "Night" exhibits how inhumane acts can snatch away one’s childhood, never returning their innocence.

The Mask of Motherhood (Book)

by Susan Maushart

What does childbearing really do to women? Susan Maushart is here to tell all as she reveals the realities of motherhood as never told before. Believing that motherhood has not been portrayed in the most truthful light, she hopes to be as candid as possible as she unleashes the affects of motherhood on women’s mind and body. Due to the lack of real information that new mothers tend to have, most of them walk into motherhood unaware of the physical and emotional weight attached to the lifestyle. “The Mask of Motherhood” attempts to clear any misconceptions about the transition from pre-motherhood to motherhood by providing women with information and advice that could help change their lives.

Blood Diamond (DVD)

It's easy to see why this movie was nominated for 5 Academy Awards - with star power like Leonardo DiCaprio, Djimon Hounsou and Jeniffer Connelly packing solid performances. This gritty story has DiCaprio is diamond smuggling mercenary who helps fuel the conflict diamond civil wars. This movie is tough for parents, who see children drugged up forced to kill thousands of innocent people.

DiCaprio plays Danny Archer, a white South African who learns about a huge diamond found by a fisherman, Solomon Vandy. Archer hears the story in jail, and in the hopes of getting his hands on the diamond springs Vandy from prision. He works with Vandy to help retrieve Vandy's family from a detention center and his son who has become one of the druged up vigilantes. Drawn into this web of exploitation is journalist Maddy Bowen played by Jennifer Connelly who agrees to help if Archer will tell her the details of how conflict diamonds make their way into the hands of the corporations who sell them to the Western world.

DiCaprio's performance is outstanding as is Hounsou. It definitely will have you looking at diamonds a little differently, wondering if perhaps your diamonds helped to fuel wars, maybe make you wonder if someone lost their hand or their life for a little rock that sits on your finger!

Kids Travel (Book)

Have you ever taken a long ride with your children? If so, you may have discovered that the standby games of eye spy and the license plate game get boring after a while? Well the Kids Travel book is a fabulous boredom buster. We tested this book on a 6-hour ride and it did the trick! The zippered pouch which has all the crafts you need to do the activities in the book and it includes a a 100-page game pad. Cat's Cradle provided at least an hours entertainment by itself! Our tester just loved this book and so did her parents!

The Narrows (Audio Book)

by Michael Connelly

If you're a fan of mysteries then you'll really enjoy The Narrows which is very nicely read by Len Cariou. This is the story of an FBI agent who is on the outs -- Rachel Walling and Harry Bosch, a former LAPD detective. Rachel's former boss, Robert Backus, became "the Poet". He was thought to be dead, but has apparently resurfaced and has summoned her to help track him down. Bosch get's pulled into the case when a good friend of his suspiciously dies. Bosch and Walling both suspect that his involvement in the Poet's investigation is what got him killed. Both get caught up looking for the Poet in this fast paced, exciting novel which takes place in Sin City. Michael Connelly tells a great story, which has us definitely wanting more! It's definitely well worth listening too!

Flags of Our Fathers (DVD)

The 2006 film directed by Academy Award winner Clint Eastwood was based on the book “Flags of our Fathers” by James Bradley. The film divulges the details of the famous photograph taken during World War II of five Marines and a Navy corpsman raising the American Flag. The film stars Ryan Phillippe as “Doc”, one of the surviving marines, and Paul Walker as Hank Hansen. Flags of Our Fathers answers the questions about the Battle of Iwo Jima, and the true meaning behind the famous photograph taken there.

Synopsis: February 1945. Even as victory in Europe was finally within reach, the war in the Pacific raged on. One of the most crucial and bloodiest battles of the war was the struggle for the island of Iwo Jima, which culminated with what would become one of the most iconic images in history: five Marines and a Navy corpsman raising the American flag on Mount Suribachi. The inspiring photo capturing that moment became a symbol of victory to a nation that had grown weary of war and made instant heroes of the six American soldiers at the base of the flag, some of whom would die soon after, never knowing that they had been immortalized. But the surviving flag raisers had no interest in being held up as symbols and did not consider themselves heroes; they wanted only to stay on the front with their brothers in arms who were fighting and dying without fanfare or glory. ‘Flags of Our Fathers’ is based on the bestselling book by James Bradley with Ron Powers, which chronicled the battle of Iwo Jima and the fates of the flag raisers and some of their brothers in Easy Company.

Our father-of-three reviewer is a big fan of military movies and thought this was great. He had throught that the cinematography was excellent. He felt that it was really a remarkable film that is really worth taking the time to watch.

http://www.flagsofourfathers.com

I'm Pregnant Now What Do I Eat? $16.95 (Book)

Written by Hope Ricciotti, M.D., an Associate Professor at Harvard Medical School, this book simply, clearly and with great photographs details what a pregnant (or postpartum) mother should eat.

The book also has great tips for getting your body back - which our mom reviewer thought was great! She commented, "turning 40 and having a third baby really did my body in. Even though I'm nursing, it's really hard to lose those last 10 lbs. This book is packed with good foods, that taste great, are good for both of us - and most importantly are easy to prepare!" She also commented that she "loved the fact that the recipes had details like 'rich in calcium, carbohydrates. These tips are really helpful if you're trying to keep balanced!"

The book includes over 50 recipes for breakfasts, dinners, snacks, and more and makes a great shower gift!

http://us.dk.com/nf/Book/BookDisplay/0,,9780756628543,00.html

Finding Oprah’s Roots, Finding Your Own (DVD)

According to our mom-reviewer this DVD "is very helpful and informative especially if you are interested in building your own family tree." "This DVD is based on the book, and created by Henry Louis Gates, Jr. a scholar and educator who heads Harvard's Afro-American Studies program. Gates guides you through the process of creating your own family history in this DVD. Designed with African American's in mind it also features the TV personality Oprah Winfrey. One of the interesting features in this DVD is the story of Winfrey's great-great-grandfather Constantine Winfrey, a former slave. It's quite amazing - as are the stories of her maternal grandmother, educator Amanda Winters. This DVD is a particulary helpful if you are interested in learning more about the history of the African American people."

Bingo Motown Hits & Beatles CDs for Kids (Music)

These are actually great CDs for both kids and adults. The songs are all oldies that parents will love, but they all the songs are sung by children which is great, because as the hit TV Show American Idol can attest to, kids love hearing other kids sing! Very fun songs to sing along to, especially for long road trips. Some favorites are For Once in My Life, You Can't Hurry Love, Rockin' Robin and Ain't No Mountain High Enough. Great CDs for introducing kids to the classics that they hopefully will continue to appreciate as they age.

Another really nice thing about the music from Bingo Records is that they are local fathers from Philadelphia. Their company is based on the premise that parents and children should enjoy and share the experience of listening to music together. Their mantra "Don't Feed Kids Junk Music!" is a great one! They have kids too and after hours of long car rides decided to start a record company that produced music that kids of all ages would enjoy! So let's hear it for these great Dads on the Move!

Walt Disney's Legacy DVD Collections (DVD)

Volume 1: True Life Adventures

Thes documentaries were first released in the '50s and were as great then as they are today. These scientific film contain footage that may not even exist anymore. Kids loved watching the animals, a trip to Alaska, migrating caribou and more! The disc includes "Beaver Valley", "Water Worlds," and more.

Volume 2: This DVD is incredibly beautiful to watch and brings back memories of Sunday night movies when we were kids. In the current age of SpongeBob and Power Rangers, it's nice to have a video that everyone in the family can enjoy. Granted, all the stories are not real but the cinematography is breathtaking and the stories are interesting. Our 5-year-old reviewer particularly liked the exotic flowers footage as well as the "moving rocks" in the desert but he oohed and aahed throughout all the stories and kept pointing out cool things to his baby brother so we knew this was a winner right away. We definitely recommend adding this to your Disney collection.

The complete series includes: Wonders of the World, Lands of Exploration, Creatures of the Wild and Nature's Mysteries.

http://disney.go.com/disneyvideos/disneylegacy/

Street Food: exploring the world's most authentic tastes (Book)

This book is fun, education and mouthwatering! Tom Kime, a well seasoned chef traveled across the globe tasting street foods from everywhere to pull together the best of the best. His travels included Latin America, the Caribbean, Middle East and more. The recipes are in categories like "Finger Food", "Fresh, crisp salads", and "Best in a bowl." The recipes are easy to follow, often accompanied by gorgeous photographs and easily combinable into meals, thanks to his included "Menus."

This is a great book for food lovers and people who want to try new things. It's also great if you want to learn a little about each country, as Kime has added information to help aid in the experience. If you have ever traveled abroad this book will have you yearning for those familiar foods!

http://us.dk.com/nf/Book/BookDisplay/0,,9780756628505,00.html

Scooby-Doo, Where Are You? The Complete Third Season (Warner Brothers) (DVD)

If your child is a fan of Scooby Doo, they'll love this new, two disc set which includes 16 episodes, including The Tar Monster, A Menace in Venice and The Warlock of Wimbledon. It includes episodes from both Scooby's All Stars and Scooby-Doo Where Are You? shows. Some of our reviewers favorite episodes were, Scooby's Chinese Fortune Kooky Caper and The Creepy Creature of Vulture's Claws. The episodes feature the voices of Don Messick as Scoobert 'Scooby' Doo, Frank Welker as Fred 'Freddy' Jones and of course Casey Kasem as Norville 'Shaggy' Rogers. Fans old and young of Scooby-Doo will not be disappointed by this packed DVD. Also included, for extra's fans is special featurette on Hanna Barbera.

Someday by Alison McGhee (Book)

How we love this book. First, be forewarned if you are the slightest bit emotional you will feel like crying when you read this. This is possibly the most perfect Mother's/Grandmother's day book out there. Never have we read anything that so simply sums up what it means to be a mother. Peter Reynolds was the author/illustrator for two of our favorite books including "The Dot" and "Ish" and this collaboration is truly special. If you are looking for one book to buy make this one it! It captures so simply the love between a mother and child and reminds you to make every second count -- because soon it will be a "someday."

Charlotte's Web (DVD)

Based on the classic book by E.B. White, this latest version is a live-action adventure featuring many famous voices, and a very talented girl - Dakota Fanning. It's a story about friendship, miracles, life and death. It's rated G, but does have some older themes, including natural death as well as the slaughtering of pigs. Wilbur, the run of the litter is destined to become bacon... but he is saved by two compassionate friends. Fern (Dakota Fanning) is the young girl who claims him as her pet, and Charlotte, the spider (Julia Roberts) is the web-weaver who helps impress adults and saves Wilbur’s life. Some of the other characters have equally famous voices including two cows (Kathy Bates and Reba McEntire), a pair of geese (Oprah Winfrey and Cedric the Entertainer), a horse (Robert Redford), and Templeton the rat (Steve Buscemi). The captures the original story well, while mixing in a good sense of humor.

Moms - you may have to be prepared to discuss the cycle of life, and if your kids afraid of spiders you might want to wait, but for most this is a great story that all will enjoy!

http://www.charlotteswebmovie.com/site/index.php

Deep Sea IMAX (DVD)

This incredible ocean adventure, filmed by Howard Hall and narrated by Johnny Depp and Kate Winslet lets you see many of the most exotic sea creatures. We watched this in High Definition, which makes each scene even more amazing. Although the film is short, just 41 minutes, it's packed with stories and images that will keep kids amazed. Watching the giant jelly fish swim, eels or sharks is truly breathtaking and a great opportunity for kids to get a close up view of these amazing undersea creatures. It's rated G and great for kids of all ages.

Happy Feet (DVD)

If your children like animated features they'll love Happy Feet. Our reviewers haven't stopped dancing since they saw this movie. The story is set in Antarctica where the Emperor Penguins each express their love with a "heartsong". It's a song that expresses who they are, unfortunately for Mumble (the misfit) he can't sing - but, boy can he dance! He can tap dance amazingly, unfortunately the leaders of the colony don't see the magic in his dance and they believe that he is why they can't find food. Mumble and his friends set out to find out the real reason why they can't find food. There are a few scary scenes that you'll want to keep in mind, mostly with the leopard seals and there are some chase scenes - but overall nothing too scary. The characters from Latin inspired penguins, to an African-American-type penguin add some fun diversity. Parents can use this as an opportunity to discuss how to accept each person's unique qualities. If all else fails you can just dance to the great music! Our favorite song is the Britney Murphy version of "Somebody to Love" by Queen.

Casino Royale (DVD)

This action packed James Bond, played by sexy Daniel Craig has 007 pitted Le Chiffre a banker who funds the world's terrorist organizations. This 007 is much grittier. His first mission takes him to Uganda to spy on a terrorist, Mollaka. After this goes wrong, he goes against MI6 and works to track down the rest of the terrorist cells. He winds up in the Bahamas, and it is there that he encounters Dimitrios and, Solange his gorgeous girlfriend. He learns that Dimitrios is involved with Le Chiffre. 007 and a Secret Service agent being playing high-stakes poker in Montenegro at Le Casino Royale against Le Chiffre. The thought is that they will win all the money and it will destroy the terrorist funding. As usual there is murder, sex and in this one some stunning torture. It's rated PG-13 but this is definitely not for kids. The torture scene will have men squirming. Daniel Craig is great as Bond. He's smart, sexy and this movie comes without the sterotypical sexism. It's definitely worth the time to watch!

Peter Pan - 2 Disc DVD (DVD)

Finally, on 2-Disc DVD Peter Pan has arrived. All the magic of Neverland, Peter, the Darling children, The Lost Boys, Captain Hook and his pirates, and “Tic Toc” Croc. This timeless movie has been thoroughly enjoyed by our kid-reviewers and their parents. Although all are fans of "Pirates of the Caribbean" this great tale isn't quite as scary. It has great music, including one new song, both picture and sound have been digitally enhanced so the picture is fantastic. The DVD also includes includes "In Walt's Words: Why I Made Peter Pan", the making-of featurette "You Can Fly", as well as a sneak peek at the upcoming movie Tinker Bell. There are some other great bonus features that the kids will also really enjoy - like flying over London. Kids old and young will enjoy this movie!

Super-Completely and Totally the Messiest by Judith Viorst (Book)

Fans of the ever-popular Alexander and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Day will love Judith Viorst's newest book. It is a story told by a little girl named Olivia (self described as "nearly perfect") who accurately describes her younger sister Sophie as the MESSIEST kid in the whole entire world. Everything Sophie does ends up a huge mess from making sand-castles to going trick-or-treating or taking a bath. When Olivia tries to help Sophie make breakfast in bed for their mother everything is going perfect until Sophie gets so excited that things were going so well that she jumps up and down on the bed causing all the dishes to end up in a big mess all over the room. A delightful story sure to be appreciated by any child with an exuberant sibling.

Veronica by Roger Duvoisin (Book)

Many of you will recognize the illustration on the front of this book but may not be able to place him right away. Roger Duvoisin was cover illustrator for New Yorker magazine for a number of years and he brings this picture book to life with his distinctive style. Veronica is a hippo who wants to be conspicious. She lives with all her family and friends who all look exactly the same and since she also wants to become famous she runs away to the big city. Well as you can imagine, she is very conspicuous in the big city and after a day of adventure lands herself in jail. Thankfully, a compassionate woman rescues her and returns her to her original home where she is now very famous for her escape and lives to tell the other hippo of her adventures. A very funny story that is great for little kids' imaginations and teaches children to be happy with who they are.

http://www.randomhouse.com/kids/catalog/display.pperl?isbn=9780375835667

Mouse's First Spring (Book)

Mouse is a sweet character that is in many books of this type. Momma and Mouse encounter all types of animals associated with Spring from frogs and worms to butterflies and birds. It's a nice books with pretty illustrations. Fans of "Mouse" will enjoy this book.

Charlie & Lola: Volume 1 (DVD)

Charlie and Lola is a wonderful British children's series shown on the Disney channel. Charlie is the older brother of Lola a precocious little sister who is very cute and very smart. Charlie is Lola's favorite person in the universe and he spends most of his time creatively helping the ever-curious Lola. He uses his imagination to come up with all sorts of explanations, remedies and time-passing solutions to Lola's antics and they get along wonderfully. Our tester's favorite episode is I Don't Like Tomatoes where Lola lists a bunch of foods she doesn't like to eat and Charlie figures out a way to get her to eat almost everything she says she doesn't like. Beautifully animated with good storylines and promotes healthy relationships between siblings. Highly recommend.

http://whv.warnerbros.com/WHVPORTAL/Portal/product.jsp?OID=14993

A Million Dots (Book)

Written by Andrew Clements

This is a fabulous book for reluctant readers, kids who love facts, and parents who want a book that is different. The book begins and ends with a single dot and covers 999,998 so in the end you've seen 1 million dots. Each page has fascinating information. For example, did you know that in order to eat 675,000 Hershey's bars, you would have to eat one bar every two minutes, nonstop, for more than 234 days! We also had a blast trying to find the dot that represents the fact - some are rather hard to find. It's a great book that will keep everyone entertained!

Hoot (DVD)

Based on the best selling children's book by Carl Hiaasen, Hoot is the story of three kids in Florida and how they take it into their own hands to save a population of endangered burrowing owls. When the kids discover that the new construction of a pancake house is right in the owls territory the kids take on the crooked politicians, a bumbling cop, played by Luke Wilson and even Jimmy Buffet (whose music is featured). This environmentally conscious film is good for all family members. It's fun, entertaining and wholesome!

January's Child: A Birthday Month Book $12.99 (Book)

by Andrea Alban Gosline

This beautiful book makes a great gift for a new parent, or as a birthday gift. It's a great way to celebrate the birth month of your child. Each page features a beautiful illustration, wonderful phrases that capture the essence of the child of each particular month. For example, February's child is patient and bright, like a shimmering star on a beautiful night. It has inspirational writing to accompany each image that emphasizes positive qualities.

Eyes Of A Child (Audio Book) (Audio Book)

by Richard North Patterson

This is a good story that is fast paced and entertaining. It's worthwhile listen, provided you don't have kids in the car! This is a story about Terri Peralta and her no-good husband Ricardo (Richie) Arias. Terri and Richard are going through an ugly divorce and an even uglier custody battle. The book opens with the murder of Richie Arias and then back tracks to find how it happened and why. Terri, who has left Richie and has fallen in love with her boss, fellow lawyer Chris Paget goes off to Italy. When they return, Richie is dead, supposedly a suicide. Of course, the police have doubts, and surmise becuase of circumstaintial evidence that Chris is the criminal. Will he be convicted? Is he guilty? You'll have to listen and find out!
http://www.randomhouse.com/audio

Happiness Sold Separately $26.98 (Audio Book)

by Lolly Winston and narrated by Melinda Wade

This is the second book by Lolly Winston. This story finds another young woman, Elinor Mackey at a changing point in her life. Her marriage to Ted Mackey begins to fall apart when she discovers that he is having an affair with Gina, his personal trainer. This all comes after years of trying (without success) to get pregnant.

Ted is torn, he is very much in love with both women. He has also taken on the position of role model for Gina's son, Toby, whom he adores. Ted appears to be the only stable male figure that Toby has ever met.

After Elinor discovers the affair, she confronts Ted by inviting Gina (her friend from the gym) to dinner. Ted quickly ends the affair but remains torn. Realizing that she too is confused, Elinor decides that she and Ted should separate. During this time Ted resumes his relationship with Gina and Elinor dates Noah the hot, but dull tree surgeon. Neither is sure if infidelity or infertility should end their marriage.

When Elinor once again finds herself pregnant she and Ted reunite, but will this be forever? Will she have a baby, and husband and a happy ever after? You'll have to listen to find out.

As with Lolly Winston's first book, Good Grief, the characters are real. The characters easy to identify with as they have bumps and curves in their marriage. It's a fun, no-nonsense look at life and love.

http://www.hachettebookgroupusa.com/books/53/1594832129/index.html

Pepper's Snowy Day (Book)

Here's an adorable little winter pop-up book that will make kids smile. There's lots of activity from throwing snowballs to sleeding in this cute book where Pepper and Lily build a snowman. There's also hide and seek and a cute pop-up finale. Little kids will enjoy the book and parents will enjoy reading it!

All About John Deere - Part IV (DVD)

"Any child who loves "diggers" will LOVE this DVD," reports our mother of three. "We happen to have a son who loves trucks & tractors so needless to say this DVD is a part of our daily routine now. The footage and language is perfect for small children. The movie bops along with catchy songs as your child is able to see tons of John Deere vehicles up close and personal"

Cars $29.99 (DVD)

Cars shines brighter then the wax applied to its characters' NASCAR
counterparts! Many of our kid reviewers saw this in the movie theaters and
loved it. Now that it's out on DVD, it's an at-home treat that kids can
watch again and again. The kids just think it's funny: From Lightning
McQueen's snowboarder moves to the tractor-tipping in the fields, everything
about this movie makes them crack up. The parents enjoy the little
subtleties that the kids just don't get — like the fact that one of the
racecar sponsors is htB (hostile takeover bank), and the appearance by
"Click and Clack" from "Car Talk." It's these little things that make this
movie a treat for all.

The storyline is fairly simple. Lightning McQueen (voiced by Owen Wilson) is
the over-confident rookie who thinks he's won the Piston Cup only to find
it's a three-way tie. To McQueen's shock, the winner is to be determined at
a tie-breaker race in California. On the way to California, he gets stranded
in Radiator Springs, a sleepy town on the old Route 66. There he meets Sally
Carrera, a hot Porsche (Bonnie Hunt); Mater, a tow truck (Larry the Cable
Guy); and Doc Hudson (Paul Newman), and finds everything he's been missing.
The movie features great music by Rascal Flatts, Sheryl Crow, John Mayer,
James Taylor, and more. The DVD has some fun extras, too, including deleted
scenes, sneak peeks, and a couple of shorts.

Brother Bear 2 (DVD)

My kids were fans of Brother Bear, so they were thrilled to review Brother Bear 2, and they weren't disappointed. This second film features Patrick Dempsey as Kenai, Jeremy Suarez as Koda and introduces Mandy Moore as as Nita, Wendie Malick as Aunt Siqiniq and the Wanda Sykes as wise-cracking and wisdom-filled, Innoko. Back are the favorite moose Rutt and Tuke played by Rick Moranis and Dave Thomas.

The story is another one of friendship and love -- brotherly love between Kenai and Koda, and the love between Kenai and his old friend Nita. In order to marry, Nita is forced to destroy an amulet that Kenai gave her. She must not just destroy it, she must it at the Equinox with Kenai there. Yes, the spirits are intervening - again -- so watch it and see what happens. It's a nice DVD that the kids and parents will enjoy together. Rated G -- reviewed by Katrina, mother of 3.

The Little Mermaid (Platinum Edition) (DVD)

Of all the recent Disney movies this one is probably most likely to be a classic like Sleeping Beauty, Cinderella and Snow White. As a mother, I like the fact that the Disney Villain -- this time the sea witch Ursula isn't quite as awful as the Queen in Snow White who demands Snow White's heart in a box! The Little Mermaid is a story of forbidden love... Ariel (the mermaid) falls in love with Eric (the human). Her father doesn't want her to meet humans, but of course she disobeys. The movie has great characters including a Sebastian the singing hermit crab, a Flounder her fish friend and a crazy seagull, Scuttle played by Buddy Hackett.

The music and songs are great thanks to Howard Ashman and Alan Menken. It includes favorites like "Kiss the Girl", "Under the Sea", "Les Poissons" and my favorite "Poor Unfortunate Souls". This platinum release of "The Little Mermaid" is packed with wonderful documentaries about the making of the little film, the expected deleted scenes, and some fun games and activities. It also includes the video remake of "Kiss The Girl" by Ashley Tisdale of "The Suite Life Of Zack and Cody."

This movie will make every little girl (and their mother) sing along. It's a great, timeless story that will be watched for years. The platinum edition is beautifully restored and all the bonus features make it really worthwhile. Rated G

100 Promises to My Baby (Book)

When I read the first few pages of this book, I thought to myself that I had come across, finally, a book that goes further than a how-to baby book in the physical sense.

I also have to admit that what hooked me in the beginning was the quote from Tagore, opposite the contents page. "Every child is born proof that God has not given up on human beings." That is a quote I have always repeated to myself all through my life and all through the hectic times of our present-day history.

We take our baby raising tasks as if our babies are objects and they should be handled in a certain way. We always forget that there is a person inside that tiny being, and more importantly, that person has a soul. In contrast, Mallika Chopra's book raises our understanding of having children to a higher level, to the level of the soul, by reflecting her deep awareness of the responsibilities of becoming a mother.

The author, who has a physician's training, started writing this book when she was expecting her first child. In the introduction of the book she says she wanted to bond with her baby early on and started making her promises as a mother. Thus, this book was born out of the author's pledge to her baby so the baby could fulfill her potential and her purpose in life.

The author may have addressed the mothers, but fathers, too, can benefit greatly from this book. In close inspection, the book does not only relate the author's personal stories and commitment, but also, it influences mothers as well as fathers everywhere to think about their roles as parents.

"100 Promises to My Baby" has about ten chapters with titles like values, purpose, love, miracles, spirit, lessons, and traditions. With love and compassion as its highest goal, the book is interspersed with poetry, like that of Khalil Gibran, quotes from the Bhagavad Gita, definitions, and at the end of each chapter, some very precious reflections.

What I liked about the book was the charming style of telling personal stories. I believe, in a book, almost any reader looks for the personal touch or for anything of human interest, and here, that human interest gives this book its true depth.

The author, Mallika Chopra, is daughter of Deepak Chopra and mother of two children. A partner in Chopra Media and in the K Lounge in New York City, she is an author and producer with a medical school background. Her book, "100 Promises to My Baby" is a gift to mankind that will never go out of style.

About The Reviewer

Joy Cagil is an author in www.writing.com. Her educational background is in literature and linguistics.

My Precious One $15.00 (Music)

The latest CD by Miss Amy is a delightful compliation of lullabies that were inspired by her personal experience as a mother of a premature baby. She created this great collection of songs that both parents and kids will enjoy. We found them particularly soothing for those much needed "chill out" parts of the day. Our mom-reviewer commented, "it's also a great CD to drive to! My 8-month-old daughter to really likes them too!" This CD was accepted and submitted to the 49th annual GRAMMY® awards for “Best Musical Album for Children” for 2006.

NOTE: A portion of the proceeds from the purchase of "My Precious One" CDs go to the March of Dimes!!

http://cdbaby.com/cd/missamy3

Saving Shiloh (DVD)

Based on the books by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor's book Shiloh, this book continues the Shiloh saga. "Saving Shiloh," draws the story of Marty, Shiloh, and Judd to a conclusion that brings the story full circle.

Saving Shiloh is a nice film about coming of age that the whole family can watch and enjoy together. Set in the Midwest it is about a 12-year-old boy named Marty, his family and his beagle, Shiloh. It explores various relationships that surround this boy's life and family.

Marty, a 6th grader decides wants to believe that Judd Travers, Shiloh's former owner has changed from his dog beating, drinking and violent ways. Although there appears to be no good in this man, Marty believe's it's there and hopes if he hasn't he can change him. Particularly poignant is his relationship with his Grandmother, who appears to be suffering from Alzheimers. The movie has some good life lessons that will encourage family discussion. The children actors are surprisingly good, which makes this movie really worth watching. -- reviewed by Katrina, mother of three.

The Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair that Changed America (Book)

by Eric Larson.

This is a historical account of a period in Chicago around 1893 when two men with different agendas were both striving in two different worlds. A brilliant architect helping america establish a place in the world by designing the World Fair and trying to outdo Paris's fair by making the fair in Chicago much more impresive, and the first known serial killer in the united states who used the fair to lure his victims, according to the newspaper accounts of that period it is believed that the serial killer murdered more than 200 people before he was arrested. I found the book incredibly interesting from a historical aspect. It is really well written. - reviewed by Jan, mother of three.

Tot-a-Doodle-Do $ 14.95 (DVD)

Our mom tester was excited to review this DVD since it's almost time for school to start again. She loved the "Crafty Kids" segment that shows kids making their own play dough -- something she'd done in the past and forgotten how to make. She also loved "Imagination Station" and "Hop N Bop" which got her kids thinking and moving. She and her kids both enjoyed this DVD. -- Reviewed by Jeannine, mother of two.
http://www.totadoodledo.com/

Swing Around The World (Music)

This CD rocks! Every Friday night we dance in our living room before dinner and my little one loves this CD. All I have to do is pop on The Cool Crooners of Bulawayo and my 22 month old starts spinning and bopping and running around. He even tries to reach up the stereo to turn up the volume. The Squirrel Nut Zippers, Jamabalaya Cajun band and others contribute to the irresistible rhythm of this CD's upbeat tunes. Pop it in and you will see that adults and kids alike will find it impossible to sit still! This is one CD that you can take on a road trip that the whole family will enjoy. - Reviewed by Diana (mother of two)
http://www.putumayo.com/catalog/item.php?item_number=239-2

Judge & Jury (Audio Book)

Narrated by Joe Mantegna this is the story of an FBI agent Nick Pellisante who is closing in on the mob boss Dominic Cavello. When jury duty is called for the Mafia Don's trial, Andie Echeverra, a part-time actress and a single, full-time mom, tries to get out of the trial, but is ultimately assigned as Juror #11. As expected nothing with the trial goes correctly and the story develops into a fast paced thriller. The story is intriguing, and a great listen. It's another James Patterson winner.

The Kite Runner $39.99 (Audio Book)

by Kahled Hosseini

We were lucky enough to review this title on a Playaway Digital Audio Book. The book "The Kite Runner" follows the story of Amir, the son of a wealthy businessman, and Hassan, the son of Amir's father's servant. The story begins with the differences, yet strong bond that the two boys share. As children in the relatively stable Afghanistan of the early 1970s, the boys are inseparable. They spend their days running kites and telling stories until an unspeakable event changes the nature of their relationship forever, and eventually cements their bond in ways neither boy could have ever predicted. It's an amazing story that won't soon be forgotten. It's a must read - or in this case a must listen! This book is read beautifully by the author.

Playaway Digial is a great new product. It's your favorite book in a lightweight player that has eight simple buttons. You can use the enclosed lanyard and wear it around your neck or stick it in your pocket. I listened to this book during daily walks with my dog. The Playaway comes already loaded with is packaged with earphones, a lanyard, and a standard AAA battery to allow for immediate listening. Half the size of a deck of cards, Playaway is perfect for people who enjoy hearing books come to life. Jogging, biking, laying by the pool, gardening or commuting to work.
http://www.playawaydigital.com

Bear Snores On (DVD)

You know how sometimes you fall in love with a book and then it is made into a movie and the movie is never as good as the book? Well, with the Scholastic Books on DVD series, that NEVER happens. For anyone who has ever read a Scholastic Book to their child they will love these DVDs. Our mother of two tester reports, "we already have a number of these videos and my son loves all of them. The Bear Snores On has been one of my son's favorite books for a while and the video is absolutely wonderful. The videos bring the stories to life in a way that makes the children want to watch the story again and again and still want to read the book that very same night! Come on, Rain! is also a favorite and the graphics are beautiful.

The Wheels on the Bus (DVD)

The Wheels on the Bus is a great rendition of the classic book by Paul Zelinsky. Our mom tester reports, "even my 22 month old (who doesn't usually enjoy watching any television shows) was enraptured by this video. He did his baby sign for "more" as soon as it was over and my older son enjoyed the other three stories (Dem Bones, Over in the Meadow & I Know An Old Lady Who Swallowed a Fly). Not only did my four year old request that we watch these videos again but wanted to sing the songs in the car."

Mary Mary (Audio Book)

The James Patterson thriller once again features Alex Cross, the Washington DC detective turned FBI agent. When an A-list actress, Antonia Schifman, is murdered, her face cut up Alex Cross is brought in to help. He realizes that this isn't random that it's the work of a serial killer and soon emails come in from a Mary Smith claiming responsibility. The story has some good twists and turns, a bit of romance, and a custody issue with his son Alex (Ali). I've always liked narration of Peter J. Fernandez. The book is an entertaining thriller and fans of James Patterson will enjoy it.

The Camel Club (Audio Book)

I recently listened to the unabridged version of The Camel Club by David Baldacci. This book takes readers inside the Beltway in Washington, DC as four unlikely misfits Oliver Stone, Caleb Shaw, Reuben Rhodes, and Milton Farb struggle not only to survive, but to save their president and their country from a plot that will lead to nuclear disaster. It took a while to get into the book because there were a lot of names and many subplots which all came together as the story unfolded. It was very entertaining and really held my attention all the way through to the end, there were some very exciting moments in the book which made me want to keep listening and I drove around just to keep listening. The only criticism of the story is that there was a little bit of political preaching. - Reviewed by Janet, mother of three.

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire (DVD)

I'm a huge fan of Harry Potter. I have listened to each story on CD and I'm not embarrassed to say I'm one of those people who can't wait for the next book to come out -- and hire a babysitter so I can see the movie when it hits the theatre. This movie does not disappoint, in fact, I think it's one of the best yet. This Harry Potter is by far the darkest, but I think the best yet. When Harry Potter's name emerges from the Goblet of Fire, he becomes a competitor in a grueling battle for glory among three wizarding schools - the Triwizard Tournament. But since Harry never submitted his name for the Tournament, who did? Now Harry must confront a deadly dragon, fierce water demons and an enchanted maze only to find himself in the cruel grasp of He Who Must Not Be Named. In this fourth film adaptation of J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, everything changes as Harry, Ron and Hermione leave childhood forever and take on challenges greater than anything they could have imagined. I can't wait for the Half Blood Prince! - Reviewed by Katrina (Mother of 3)
http://www.harrypotter.com

Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin (Book)

What would you do if you lived in a community without a library, hospital, post office, or fire department? If you were Benjamin Franklin, you?d set up these organizations yourself. Franklin also designed the lightning rod, suggested the idea of daylight savings time, and invented bifocals?all inspired by his common sense and intelligence. In this informative book, Gene Barretta brings Benjamin Franklin?s genius to life, deepening our appreciation for one of the most influential figures in American history.

Mouse's First Spring (Book)

Seeds (Book)

This book has beautiful photographs and will have you longing to get out in the garden with your children. It's an educational book that makes learning about all types of seeds including some that you wouldn't think are seeds like coconuts and avocados. It's a beautiful book that will be enjoyed by all.

The Passover Seder (Book)

From the innovative creator of Hanukkah: A Counting Book in English, Hebrew, and Yiddish comes The Passover Seder. There's no other book like this in the marketplace! Along with a simple retelling of the Passover story, this novelty book takes readers through a hands-on seder experience. Open a Hagaddah; turn a seder plate to match symbolic foods; lift the napkin and "break" the middle matzah; touch matzah, parsley and a pillow; pour drops of wine to symbolize the ten plagues; help the Jews cross the Red Sea; search for the hidden afikomen; and open the door to welcome Elijah the Prophet.

The Ultimate Passover Sticker Book (Book)

Covering all aspects of the Jewish festival of Passover, from the story of the exodus from Egypt to Passover preparations in the modern home, the Ultimate Passover Sticker Book is the perfect way to celebrate the history and traditions of Passover.

http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0756602858

The Notebook (Audio Book)

Written by Nicholas Sparks and narrated by Barry Bostwick is a beautiful story of love and devotion. The story takes you through the lives of Noah and Allie starting almost at the end with Noah reading the "Notebook" to Allie at her bedside. To divulge more would ruin the story. It's a timeless story that is sure to become a classic.

The Worst-Case Scenario Survival Handbook: Holidays (Book)

This book is perfect for the living room, bedroom, dorm room or bathroom. There are funny tips such as: How To Prevent a Turkey from Exploding, How to Untangle Christmas Lights and How to Fit Into Clothing That's Too Tight. All these tips and more are perfect tools to survive the Holidays with grace and style! By the way, if your like my husband you'll need to study the "How To Wrap a Present Without Wrapping Paper!"

Bear Stays Up For Christmas (Book)

Ages 4 to 8
Bear's friends want to make it to Christmas so they do whatever it takes to keep him awake. They make carry the Christmas tree, help decorate and more. Eventually all his friends fall asleep and he stays awake while Santa comes. When morning arrives Santa has come and they are all surprised. A cute story that will have kids asking for it again and again!

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