Category Archives: Book Review

Book Review: A First Guide to Baby Signing by Amazing Baby

Posted on April 16, 2008 by admin

  When I was at the International Toy Fair in New York City in February, I stopped in at Dolphin Books and was introduced to their new book on baby signs,  A First Guide to Baby Signing. I was impressed because it … Continue reading →

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Great Books for Your Baby

Posted on December 10, 2007 by

At around 3 months of age, babies can see most colors and are interested in looking at a book just like a toy. Bright colors against a contrasting background (especially white) attract their attention. Throw in a good dose of … Continue reading →

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Top Preschool Books to Stimulate Language

Posted on December 3, 2007 by

Here are some of my favorites, old and new for your preschooler to encourage language through a great story:  The Great Fuzz Frenzy by Janet Stevens. Check out my review. Kids love this book for the zany antics of the prairie … Continue reading →

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Top Ten “Boy Books” for Toddlers and Preschoolers

Posted on October 5, 2007 by admin

I am often asked to suggest good language-enhancing books for boys (or girls) who have an insatiable appetite for books about trains, planes, trucks and cars! Here is my list. I hope you will add to it. The criteria is … Continue reading →

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Book Review: The Great Fuzz Frenzy by Janet Stevens and Susan Stevens Crummel

Posted on September 10, 2007 by admin

Violet, the dog, innocently drops her tennis ball down a prairie dog’s tunnel, setting off the “fuzz frenzy.” “Boink, thump, rumble, and plunk” is just the beginning of this delightful journey of a fuzzy ball through the land of prairie … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Max’s ABC by Rosemary Wells

Posted on August 23, 2007 by admin

Traveling through the alphabet with Max is quite an adventure. Our beloved Max, who managed to empty the contents of his room into his pocket in Max Cleans Up, is at it again. This time, his Ants escaped looking for … Continue reading →

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Book Review: Baby Can’t Sleep by Lisa Schroeder

Posted on August 8, 2007 by admin

Personally, counting sheep has never put me to sleep and the delightfully entertaining ones in Baby Can’t Sleep will keep you awake too. First-time author, Lisa Schroeder takes on the challenges of the bedtime ritual. After kissing baby’s head, “Mommy … Continue reading →

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