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Dwell Studio Elephant Bookend: Book Buddy

When it comes to our tots and expanding their world, there are few things more important than books – and these days there are so many clever ways to store them. Dwell Studio has created an adorable lacquered elephant-shaped bookend, to make even the most miniature of growing libraries all the more inviting. In muted … Continue reading “Dwell Studio Elephant Bookend: Book Buddy”

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The Kiss Box: A Kiss Away From Home

It kills me every time I have to go on a trip. Leaving my tots is the single hardest part of being a working mom, so I do whatever I can to lessen the blow, for my tots and myself. I’m usually guilted into promising to bring home anything they want. (They ask for things … Continue reading “The Kiss Box: A Kiss Away From Home”

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Stay, The True Story of Ten Dogs: Best Friends Forever

It is so sad that all these bookstores are closing. There is nothing like browsing through books with your tots because you never know what they will gravitate toward. We now go to the library, which of course is wonderful, there are some books you just have to keep, which we buy on Amazon. This … Continue reading “Stay, The True Story of Ten Dogs: Best Friends Forever”

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A Ball for Daisy: A Tale of Loss and Love

The 2012 Caldecott Medal, presented to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book for children, went to A Ball for Daisy, written and illustrated by Chris Raschka. This charming story is told with no words, and it doesn’t need a one. It embodies the saying, “A picture is worth a thousand words.” Spoiler … Continue reading “A Ball for Daisy: A Tale of Loss and Love”

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Just Behave, Pablo Picasso!: But Actually, Don’t!

Whatever your feelings are about Pablo Picasso, you cannot deny that he is a true original. He was painting things others couldn’t even dream of, and he paid for it with painful criticism and ridicule. This wonderfully illustrated book talks about Picasso’s personal vision and his defiance to stay true to his own unique ideas … Continue reading “Just Behave, Pablo Picasso!: But Actually, Don’t!”

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Tot Snob Top 5 Books for Gifting:Give the Gift of Unlimited Imagination

We all know the all around benefits of books so it’s no wonder it is probably under everyone’s tree. I love sharing my tots’ favorites as well as receiving recommendations, moms are the greatest book club there is.  Here are my five top picks to take center stage in the stocking this year. Be sure … Continue reading “Tot Snob Top 5 Books for Gifting:Give the Gift of Unlimited Imagination”

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