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Looking for the right birthday gift or a shop to find cute shirts for your three-year-old that don't cost more than yours? What's the latest must-have gear for your teen? Peruse our product reviews. Plus, read up on new products in our column Raves.
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Raves: August, 2010
Mutt Ugly Fleabag by Helen Stephens. Try to resist this bug-ridden mutt! Fleabag is a downtrodden street doggie looking for a good home — but who will take him in? A bittersweet spin on the loving-the-unlovable theme, complete with a happy ending, natch. Ages 4–8. Henry Holt & Co; $16.99. Chip
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Raves: July, 2010
Tutu cute! What’s better than a tutu? A tutu you design yourself! At this cool website, girls create their dream twirls, choosing colors, designs and sleeve length (tutus are attached to comfy cotton tops) — everything, right down to the ribbons! The best part: One-third of the proceeds go to benef
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Raves: June, 2010
Sci-fry The Book of Potentially Catastrophic Science: 50 Experiments for Daring Young Scientists by Sean Connolly. Let me just . . . ugh! . . . wrestle this book out of my 10-year-old’s . . . argh! . . . hands. This latest entry into the “blow stuff up” category is nigh un-put-downable. Toss a copy
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Raves: May, 2010
Diaper diaries Born Yesterday: The Diary of a Young Journalist by James Solheim; illustrated by Simon James. What do babies really think about? Here’s a playful glimpse in the form of a top-secret diary, “written by” a new baby: “Talk about unexpected! I was in the dark, thinking about my future ca
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Raves: April, 2010
La belle Q.bel When a big box of chocolate bars shows up in your office, you take one for the team and test them. Never less than a total pro, I tested and retested, and I have to say, Q.bel chocolates are outstanding. The wafer bars are a bit like Kit Kats — only with richer, deeper flavor and a
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Raves: February, 2010
Chow, baby Indestructibles by Kaaren Pixton. Leave it to a Northwest mom to come up with a great new concept in “first” picture books! Made from a flexible, high-density fiber, Indestructibles are washable, lushly illustrated, richly textured and — you guessed it! — virtually indestructible. Babi
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ParentMap's guide to the holidays: 2009
Holiday fun is upon us - and so is holiday stress! We can help. Our in-the-know editors have pulled together a great list of all things holiday to help you navigate this winter season. Looking for fun Christmas gifts, meaningful Hanukkah events, or a great place to see Santa? It's all here, alo
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Raves: May, 2009
Oh, so hip Looking for the perfect gift for a new or expecting mother? Local author Francinne Cascio Lawrence bowled us over with this collection of splendid recipes and so much more! Sprinkled with parenting tips and encouraging advice, Cooking with a Baby on Your Hip is the second title from Pa
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