Back to School with Corduroy

Just in time for the exciting time of year for kids, comes Corduroy’s 40th anniversary. You know the loveable bear’s quest for a home and a friend to love him has been a cherished childhood favorite for generations of children. We have several Corduroy books in our collection and they always seem to sit at the top of the reading pile. To celebrate the 40th anniversary of Corduroy and to bring the loveable character to life once again, Applause™ from Russ, has partnered with the Penguin Young Readers Group to create a line of adorable products to introduce Corduroy, in his signature green overalls, to a new generation of youngsters.

Banana Splits

No, I am not talking about the ice cream here…I’m referring to a new kids musical group/website/tv show. The Banana Splits were a children’s hit in the 60’s and they are back, completely made over for today’s kids in mind. Music video and shorts will start airing on Cartoon Network in September and their brand [...]

Nursery Know How

Nursery know how is part one of a series on how to choose the best furniture, bedding, gliders, and much for the nursery of your dreams. So sit back, relax, and let the baby planner do all the work.
Planning ones’ nursery for their new bambino is one of the biggest parts of getting ready for [...]

Book Review: Beyond Time-Out from Chaos to Calm

41pm8lihbzl__sl160_.jpgBeyond Time-Out: From Chaos to Calm aims to send parents on the correct path to dicipline, calming fears, taming tantrums, instilling good sleep habits, ending food battles, and overcoming pottytime problems. I liked this book, right out of the gate, it really makes you take an honest look at your parenting techniques and see either the right or wrong in them. Let’s face it, we can all use a little help when it comes to figuring out this parenting thing, it sure isn’t easy!

TripFlix - Travel Close to Home

Looking for places to go this summer to keep the kids happy, but want to avoid a big expensive gas gussling trip? Trip Flix may be your answer and not only will you learn about all sorts of places in your own extended backyard, but it will keep the kids occupied in the car as [...]