Now, I have a 7 year old. Until we got The Odyssey, I would have thought it was too hard to read for her. That being said, this book is perfect for her age group. This phenomenal new graphic novel retells Homer’s classic epic. Not only is a graphic novel,… Read More »The Odyssey

Cassandra’s Angel brings an inspiring message of self-empowerment to children of all ages. Everyone is telling Cassandra that she just can’t do anything right, whether it’s tidying her room or painting a picture. She starts to feel misunderstood and alone (and who hasn’t felt like that!). Then she meets a… Read More »Cassandra's Angel

We are KNEX fans here, so I jumped at the chance to review some of their new products. The K’NEX 521pc Value Tub is ideal for children who love to play with building sets. The K’NEX building set includes an instruction booklet, complete with details on how to construct 35… Read More »K'NEX

I love, love, love The Chicago Toy & Game Fair.  Here’s a short list of why YOU should be at The Chicago Toy & Game Fair.

1. Star Wars Breakfast. Who wouldn’t want to eat breakfast with the Star Wars 501st Legion: Vader’s Fist?

2. Where else do you get to play with the games before you buy them????

3. Young Inventor Challenge 2011. Where else can you go and see what’s on the minds of the smartest kids out there? These kids are awesome!

4. Where else do you get to meet the inventor of your favorite games?

5. Ginormous Etch-A-Sketch anyone?

I would love to see you and your family at The Chicago Toy & Game Fair, so I’ve arranged for one lucky family to get a weekend pass! Here’s what you need to do:Read More »5 Reasons To Go To The Chicago Toy & Game Fair (#Giveaway!)

For 75 years, people have come to love the healing power of Carmex lip balms.  Now, Carmex is offering skin care products!  I live in Illinois, and we have winter upon us.  You know, we are coming into the season where the heat gets kicked on and everything dries up.… Read More »Carmex Giveaway!