The idea behind Klutz books and kits is simple: their products
are designed for the artistically uninitiated, so they are
easy to do. Still, their appeal is wide—kids and adults of
all ages and abilities love these sets! Klutz
products are inspirational—they generally encourage
kids to...
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Buyer's Guide: Best Picture
Books
Best
Picture Books for Young Children
These classic picture books engage young children's minds
and hearts... Best
Picture Books
Peace is
an abstract concept that has many meanings—it's both a
feeling and a state—and The Peace Book
effectively illustrates this
powerful concept to children through bold illustrations and
thought-provoking statements...
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The
flash and lure of video games and television can make good old-fashioned
books seem rather boring in the eyes of young children. Still, once
children get turned on to reading, they're raring to go. There's
a new series of chapter books on the market that doesn't star Barbie,
Arthur, or any such recognizable character, yet still manages to attract
young readers: Geronimo Stilton...
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This
latest in the Toot
and Puddle series of books shines with wit, warmth, and
whimsy. Holly Hobbie’s illustrations are imaginative as
they follow and carry a truly delightful and “charming”
story...
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From one sweet smile to ten sticky
fingers, this counting book comes alive with captivating and tender
illustrations depicting a day in the life of Baby...
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Top Pick If you are wondering what concrete poems
are, simply put, they are a whole lot of inventive fun.
These highly visual poems express themselves not only
through their text, but also through a playful arrangement
of words, spaces, and typefaces...
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A porcupine named Cushion
in a petting zoo has definitely got a problem! Whoever would
pet a porcupine?... Read
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A little mouse has a very
big question for his mother after they've witnessed all
sorts of animal parents getting their children ready for bed
in this charming bedtime story... Read
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Turn off the TV and take a
tree walk with this fun interactive handbook. Everything is
here to inspire kids to plan and take a nature walk. They'll
learn how to "ID" trees and leaves and have a
great time as they do ...
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Packed with appealing
photos of food and international landmarks, this world
cookbook is specially designed to be used and enjoyed by
kids ... Read
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Our Reviews:
At EdutainingKids.com,
we look for children's books that engage and delight
young minds. The Guide to Children's Books section of
our site includes our collection of independent
reviews and articles.
Doodle
Cats doesn't only offer kids fantastic guidelines and
instructions for drawing cats of all shapes, sizes, and
expressions—it comes with a roll of paper to doodle on,
and an attached pencil to doodle with. The roll of
"doodling" paper is 35 feet long, and can be
pulled through the special holder and torn off as desired.
Kids doodle right on the writing surface of the book... Read
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Books
such as this one are wonderful to have on hand in a household with young children.
As parents, we usually encourage our kids to let their
creative juices flow naturally. No doubt, drawing freeform is one of the most creative activities
kids can engage in. However, there comes a time when children enjoy some
art instruction...
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This
32-page paperback from the Usborne Playtime series is simple and
fun. Designed for young children, I Can Draw Animals gives
step-by-step instructions... Read
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Learning to Read
Books for Children Just Taking off
in Reading
Once
kids can sound out simple words and know some sight words,
you'll want to keep the momentum going and offer some simple
books that will help build confidence and gently
challenge... Read more
This
sweet little book is simply perfect for children who are ready to
move beyond their Bob Books or other basic readers. This remains
simple, but... Read
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Top
PickThis
classic P.D. Eastman story is just right for budding readers
who have grown out of their Bob Books. In fact, it is a
wonderful read-aloud for preschoolers too... Read
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Check out art prints of
favorite children's stories, including Curious George,
Winnie the Pooh, Guess How Much I Love You?, Goodnight Moon,
Beatrix Potter, and more... See
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Todd Parr has
a special way of sending kids "feel-good" vibes in a
playful, unforced manner, and his latest titles are just as
fantastic and fun as such earlier books as...
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Focus
on Children's Book Publisher
Candlewick
Press Books, New and Old
With
ten years, and such remarkable books as Guess How Much I
Love You? and One Duck Stuck!, under their belt,
Candlewick Press, an independent children's publisher, has reason to
celebrate. We had a chance to take a look at their brand-new
and upcoming children's book offerings... Read more
We
suggest activities, select books, videos, puzzles, and
toys that will make teaching little ones their ABCs easy. We
even include a recipe for baking alphabet cookies...
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Top Pick Children will find these adorable babies
delightful--and parents will, too. This "celebration of
babies" inserts babies into most unusual and whimsical
situations...
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When it's potty time in your household, it
definitely helps for young children to learn about "going
potty" from a variety of sources. Incorporating
potty-learning into children's favorite activities--like
story time—can be very useful; that's where
books about going potty come in handy ...
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This "survival kit" contains books, a calendar with
stickers, and a divorce communication tool--all designed to help make
the difficulties that often accompany a divorce a little easier to
handle....
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Buyer's Guide: Building a
Child's Library
The Literati Youth: Building a Child's Library
Research demonstrates that it is never too early to
introduce your child to books. Instilling a love of reading in your child
means devoting time for books each day even from your baby's first days.
Setting aside... Best
Children's Books
Celebrate children's books! Gorgeous posters and art prints featuring children's book
illustrations make lovely decorations for children's bedrooms. These
pictures are not only stunning works of art that will enliven any
room, they showcase
children's literature and art, emphasizing the importance of books
in our lives!...
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Classic.
This simple, moving children's book by Shel Silverstein has opened
up plenty of debates, both over its meaning and its appropriateness for
children! The story features a boy and an apple tree...
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A
Poke in the I: A Collection of Concrete Poems
Doodle
Cats
