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The Best of Children’s Literature – Olive the Other Reindeer (Deluxe Edition)

Olive was a favorite in my house last year and now Chronicle Books has upped the ante by creating a hardback, pop-up version of this modern day holiday classic – to celebrate the book’s 10th Anniversary. Let’s take a look inside and see if it worth its weight and its hefty price tag ($19.95 – although I’m sure it can be had for cheaper online) Olive the Other Reindeer – Deluxe Edition By J. Otto Seibold and Vivian Walsh I must admit, off the top, that I love the story of Olive. I must also admit that I was apprehensive … Continue reading →

The Family Fun Week in Review

With the holiday season just around the corner the Family Fun crew here at Families dot com can be found putting ribbons on terrific fun activities and stuffing the Fun blog with interesting gift ideas (get it – ribbons and stuffing!) This week, the Fun writers touch on both Thanksgiving and Christmas and sprinkle in a book review (a fair number of kids books will be featured prominently over the next couple months – any of which will make a terrific gift for a little book lover). Get caught up on the week that was: Kindness and appreciation are beautiful … Continue reading →

The Best of Children’s Literature – Bagel’s Lucky Hat

Books rule, TV drools! Here is a write-up of one of the best kiddie books to come across my desk over the past couple weeks. This one will make an awesome Christmas gift for a smart youngster and/or a fan of comic books anywhere between age three and nine. Bagel’s Lucky Hat By Hector Mumbly The story of Mr. Mumbly, the book’s author and artist, is nearly as fantastic as the story of Bagel, our lead character, and his lucky hat. Mr. Mumbly, you see, had never put pen to paper and crafted a children’s book before this one. He … Continue reading →