Books Reviews, Children's Books, Infant Toddler Products

7 New Interactive Baby Board Books

We love children’s books on this blog and these 7 titles are for the little one’s. I wanted to give a brief feature of these baby board books for your fall and winter reading and gifting!

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Where Is My Pink Sweater? by Nicola Slater

Rudy is looking for his favorite pink sweater. It’s a little small—he’s growing out of it—yet he can’t help but treasure it! The nine jiving llamas haven’t seen it, and neither have the eight prima pigerinas. Lift the flaps and peek through the die-cuts as Rudy follows a trail of pink yarn from his bedroom to the kitchen to the backyard and everywhere in between. This sweet, adventurous story is filled with bold and humorous illustrations, plus a fun counting element along the way. Available October 8, 2019 on Amazon

Farmblock by Christopher Franceshelli

It’s time to plant some crops, harvest the veggies, and make jam to take to the farmer’s market! In this follow-up to Alphablock, Countablock, Dinoblock, Cityblock, Buildablock, and Marvel Alphablock, readers are introduced to what life is like on the farm. Like the previous titles, Farmblock explores a concept—in this case, seasons. From a rooster crowing at the crack of dawn to picking pumpkins for Halloween, there is so much to do all year-round! In keeping with the rest of the series, Farmblock features die-cut pages, gatefolds, and the charming art of British design team Peskimo. Available October 1, 2019 on Amazon

Baby Loves: A First Book of Favorites by Molly Magnuson

This bold, playful board book introduces a variety of familiar objects for babies to identify, including a banana, a sippy cup, a ball, and a puppy! Each is introduced with a variety of other objects in the same category, and readers are asked to pick out the featured object from the rest. The very last spread reveals what babies love most . . . being loved! This new board book is the ideal follow-up to Making Faces, which features the same photographer’s playful photos. Available October 8, 2019 on Amazon.

I Love You, Elephant by Carles Ballesteros

“I love you!” is the refrain on each spread of this joyful story. Readers will delight in seeing new faces appear and then change when the page is turned, thanks to the magical Venetian blind element built into the book. This sweet novelty board book is great fun to read aloud, and the perfect addition to our Changing Faces series. Available November 5, 2019 on Amazon.

My Magical Dragon by Yujin Shin

Enter a magical world and go for a ride on the back of a friendly dragon!With push, pull and turn mechanisms and a sparkly foil cover wheel, My Magical Dragon has plenty to keep little ones engaged and entertained.Yujin Shin’s beautifully coloured illustrations are paired with gentle rhyming text and lots of things to spot in four bright and busy magical scenes. Enjoy more magical adventures with My Magical Unicorn. Available October 8, 2019 on Amazon.

Apple (the journey of an apple) by Nikki McClure

Apple follows the life of an apple throughout the year, demonstrating the cyclical patterns in nature. The youngest readers will delight in following the journey of the bright red apple—the only splash of color in the otherwise black-and-white illustrations—as it travels from tree, to harvest, to snack, to compost, and finally to sprout. A single word complements each illustration, urging early readers to reflect on each stage in the apple’s life. Available on Amazon

Christmas Is Awesome! by Eunice Moyle a Hello!Lucky Book

In this whimsical holiday romp, everyone’s getting in on the festive fun, including a grumpy but adorable lump of coal. Celebrate all of the things that make Christmas special as the trees are trimmed, the stockings are hung, and the ugly sweater contest gives out the grand prize. Hello!Lucky lends their winning illustrations and pun-derful voice to this charming holiday read. Available October 15, 2019 on Amazon.

Books Reviews, Healthy Living

Book Review – Intermittent Fasting Basics

Intermittent Fasting Basics: Your Guide to the Essentials of Intermittent Fasting–and How It Can Work for You!

– by Lindsay Boyers, CHNC

In the book, Boyers explains both the history of fasting and the science behind intermittent fasting, as well as how to follow the diet and adapt it to fit your needs. There are tips and tricks for testing the waters and staying in tune with your body while fasting, along with explanations of the Warrior Diet, the 5:2 Diet, and other ways you can implement intermittent fasting. Boyers also includes 50 healthy recipes that are packed with essential nutrients and help you stay satiated. Learn how easy it is to introduce intermittent fasting into your life and see major results with Intermittent Fasting Basics!

My thoughts!

If you have wanted to start an IF regimen or even wondered what it is all about this book is for you. From tackling different diets and what they can all mean for you to fasting guidelines you can make sure you choose a healthy start to your new eating plan. To top it off, t ends with some recipes to help keep you on track.

Books Reviews, Children's Books, Easter

THE HEART OF A BOY: Celebrating the Strength and Spirit of Boyhood – Book

THE HEART OF A BOYCelebrating the Strength and Spirit of Boyhood Book Review

About 2 years ago I featured the book, Strong is the New Pretty where photographer, Kate T. Parker used her images to feature girls in all the ways they dream to be. This popular book was recognized by media as well as celebrities like Reece Witherspoon and Drew Barrymore. Finally, the book, The Heart of a Boy debuts on April 2nd and I have a copy to share about with you!

Just like her original title for girls, this book takes the phrase ‘Boys Will Be Boys’ and transforms it into Boys who will be strong, kind and more.

With inspiring and joyful quotes from the boys themselves, this book spreads a heartfelt, uplifting message of openness, self-confidence, and warmth.

About the Author

KATE T. PARKER is a mother, wife, former collegiate soccer player, Ironman, and professional photographer who shoots both fine art projects and commercial work for clients across North America. Her Strong Is the New Pretty photo series has led to collaborations with brands like Athleta, Kellogg’s, and Oxygen. The project has also inspired Kate to launch a philanthropic arm of Strong Is the New Pretty, partnering with organizations that invest in girls’ health and education, like Girls on the Run, Glam4Good, and Girls Inc. She lives with her family in Atlanta, Georgia. Her website is katetparker.com.

Books Reviews, Children's Books, Education, Healthy Living, Kids

A Self-Help Kid’s Coloring Book for Overcoming Anxiety, Anger and Stress

A Self-Help Kid’s Coloring Book for Overcoming Anxiety, Anger and Stress

Angry Octopus Color Me Happy, Color Me Calm

When a tool is in the form of books and toys it makes teaching emotional skills and mindset strategies much easier with kids. In a coloring book such as this you get fun lessons filled with simple strategies to self-soothe, manage anger, overcome anxiety and improve emotional intelligence.

Angry Octopus Color Me Happy, Color Me Calm is more than a simple coloring book. The pages are exercises to help parents, teachers, or counselors guide children ages 4-11 to manage BIG feelings.

Sometimes putting your feelings in writing or drawings helps us feel better. This is much better than tantrums, meltdowns, or outbursts. There are 76 pages and more below:

  • Dozens of coloring pages designed for children.
  • Underwater Scenes, Garden Designs, Angry Octopus, and Friends, and a Mandala.
  • Each coloring page is designed to help relax, motivate, and introduce an anger or stress management technique in a playful manner.
  • The variety of pages increases emotional intelligence while offering something for every skill level.
  • Each coloring page is on a separate sheet with light-hearted text on the opposite page.
  • User-friendly for children, parents, classrooms, homeschoolers, and private practice.
  • Perfect add on to the Stress Free Kids Curriculum and Lesson Plans.

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Comment: I was sent a copy of the book for review. All opinions are my own.