If you love libraries, reading, books or want to look like you are a sophisticated scholar on your next Skype, Zoom, or remote virtual meeting, then these book backgrounds may be the best thing! There are office libraries, colorful libraries, traditional libraries, white libraries and brown libraries. Grab one that fits your style! To download, […]
March 25, 2020
Educational Books For Kids When School’s Out
Kids are home for the foreseeable future. Parents tasked with educating them. So, you may need some reading material and educational tools to get through it! Kindle Unlimited is my go-to. For about $10 a month, it is a realistic price when stuck at home. The app is easy to download on portable devices. Alternatively, […]
February 21, 2018
Books About Becoming a Big Brother
Is your son about to become a big brother? One of the great ways to get him ready for a new sibling is to read books about becoming a big brother and about his upcoming new role. These books range from fun to facts to help the family prepare for the new addition! Big Brother […]
February 20, 2018
Five Fun Splashtastic Mermaid Books for Kids
If your child loves all things Mermaid, then check out these five fun Mermaid books for kids to bring splashtastic fun to a bedtime routine. Fancy Nancy and the Mermaid Ballet. Ages 4-8. Authored by Jane O’Connor. Illustrated by Robin Preiss Glasser Publisher:Harper Collins MSRP: $17.99 Fancy Nancy and her best friend, Bree, couldn’t […]
November 9, 2015
Adult Coloring Books Trend
THE BARNES & NOBLE ALL-AMERICAN ART UNWIND ENCOURAGES ADULTS TO JOIN IN A CELEBRATION OF COLORING The trend of adult coloring is sweeping the nation with coloring books selling millions of copies and topping best-seller charts, and Barnes & Noble is inviting customers to celebrate coloring with The Barnes & Noble All-American Art Unwind event […]
November 20, 2014
New Technology: Audiobook Rentals
There are two reasons why I am writing this post: (1) because I am always wondering what to give my parents for the holidays and (2) because I never have time to read anymore. So when I was asked to review Downpour.com, I was intrigued because here was a product that might solve two of […]
October 14, 2014
The Book With No Pictures
Can you imagine reading a book with no pictures to your kids? Seems like that would be the last thing a parent would want to do. Yet, when I got a pitch to review a book called, “The Book With No Pictures” written by actor/celebrity B.J. Novak, of The Office fame, I had to see […]
This site chronicles the best toys and play possibilities for families who want to entertain, educate and engage the children in their lives! Charlene's first job was in a toy store, and she has been 
