Give a gift of knowledge with National Geographic Kids!

One of the items that I'm most excited for Boug to find under the tree is the new National Geographic Kids Almanac 2010! My girl is such a little learner, she loves nothing more than to sit and read, expand her knowledge and ask TONS of questions about all the new things that she's learned. Another part of the reason I'm excited about it, is because I know that this is something that we can share and enjoy as a family. Instead of being your average kids book, the National Geographic Kids Almanac 2010 is something I know we'll all enjoy reading together.

The book itself is loaded with tons of pictures, which are so clear and vibrant, and make learning that much more fun- even for me! The tons of facts that are jam packed into the book are simply awesome, and things that I didn't know, and that I know Boug is going to be thrilled to learn about! Stuff like underwater pumpkin carving contests and how far a person walks around the world in a lifetime (3 times around!!) The games, crafts, stories and more in the National Geographic Kids Almanac 2010 is going to be sure to keep our attention for a long long time!

The National Geographic Kids Almanac 2010 is available for purchase here. If you're looking to pick it up as a great last minute gift, its also available at Barnes & Noble.

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Made Here, Baby!

How hard is it to purchase things for the children in your life?
I mean, you don't want to purchase junk, you don't want to take a chance with BPA or phalates or lead or this or that, I can go on and on with all the different recalls out there. And what about our economy? Its crappy, and we should want to purchase from each other in these times especially.

But how do you know what items are made here in the US, by people who care about what they are doing, using quality materials and that we can feel good about purchasing? Made Here, Baby is your resource book for just that.

Bruce H. Wolk has brought together the practical, essential guide to over 400 American manufacturers of toys, games, puzzles, hobbies, sporting goods, apparel, furniture, baby gear, bedding, and other items for children. Made Here, Baby has got to be one of the most convenient resources for knowing where you should be getting your products from.

I'm sorry, but the cheap, crappy, mass manufactured trinkets just aren't cutting it for me anymore and Made Here, Baby is pushing me in the right direction to find quality items for my monsters. This is one of those books that rank up there next to the What To Expect books for every expectant mother. You can purchase your copy of Made Here, Baby at Amazon.com.

Big thanks to the Family Review Network for this review opportunity!! Dont forget to read the comments for a note from the author!!

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