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Pickles To Pittsburgh
Judi Barrett

Aladdin, 2000

As good as the first

+ didn't seem as amazing as the original, but still pretty awesome

I was surprised to read all the negative reviews of this book so I had to submit my own. My son loves this book even more than the first (also one of his favorites). This one, like the first, has great illustrations, a great story, and never fails to get my little one giggling (even after reading ...
  
  











  



  
Hiccup Snickup
Melinda Long

Simon & Schuster Children's Publishing, 2001

How do you cure the hiccups? Do you drink water from the wrong side of the glass? Do you hold your breath while eating an apple, or do you put a paper bag over your head and stand upside down? What if nothing you do seems to work and the hiccups have gotten completely out of control? Hiccup Snickup is the story of one little girl's quest to cure the hiccups. The whole family offers advice, ...
  
  











  



  
Marigold and the Feather of Hope, The Journey Begins (The Fairy Chronicles, Book 1) (The Fairy Chronicles)
J.H. Sweet

PublishAmerica, 2004

An Innocent and Appealing Book

+ A modern fairy tale about fairies...
+ Enjoyed it Very Much
+ Kids Can Make a Difference
  
  











  



  
Animals Should Definitely Not Wear Clothing
Judi Barrett

Aladdin, 1988

Great Read

+ Hilarious easy reader
+ short and funny
+ A children's classic
  
  











  



  
Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs
Judi Barrett

Aladdin, 1982

Great book!

+ A great classic
+ Children's book
+ A timeless children's classic.
  
  











  



  
Chess for Juniors: A Complete Guide for the Beginner (Chess)
Robert M. Snyder

Random House Puzzles & Games, 1991

Will get the next edition in addition to the copy I have

+ New and improved release with new title "Chess for Everyone"
+ It's Everything They Say It Is
+ NEW REVISED EDITION: Should be worth waiting for!
+ LEARN CHESS: Made easy with all the material you need!
  
  











  



  
Flower Fairies Flower Press Kit (Flower Fairies)

Warne, 1999

Wonderful Family Activity, Great for Brownies and Scouts

+ Flower Fairies Flower Press Kit

I am a teacher's aide, a mom, and a Scout leader. This is a wonderful way to teach kids nature appreciation and get them outdoors and moving, away from the television. Having grown up in the Southern US, with wildflowers present most of the year, in vast numbers and varieties, pressing ...
  
  











  



  
Olivia . . . and the Missing Toy

Atheneum/Anne Schwartz Books, 2003

Dealing with Childish Obsessions

+ Review
+ Helped my daughter overcome fear of shadows
+ An absolute must have.
+ best of the olvia series
  
  











  



  
Kelly Doll and Friends of the World Dolls Gift Set

Mattel

Mattel

Kelly's 2nd Series of Friends of the World, Europe Theme (Set 1)

For those who are unaware, this is the second time Mattel has released a Kelly Friends of the World. The first set was all Kelly dolls: Holland- stereotypical "wooden" shoes, blonde braids & "milk-maid" outfit & watering can; Spain in a satiny pink w/black polka dots & lace flamenco dress w/ a ...
  
  











  



  
Mattel Princess of Imperial Russia Barbie Doll

Mattel

Mattel

Mom loved it.

+ great for me!
+ Dolls of the World Princess Collection is the best
+ I LOVE THIS DOLL!!!!!!!
+ Simply Gorgeous!!
  
  











  



  
Mattel Princess of the Renaissance Barbie Doll

Mattel

Mattel

Mom loved it.

+ great for me!
+ Dolls of the World Princess Collection is the best
+ I LOVE THIS DOLL!!!!!!!
+ Simply Gorgeous!!
  
  











  



  
Spy Science: 40 Secret-Sleuthing, Code-Cracking, Spy-Catching Activities for Kids
Jim Wiese

Wiley, 1996

Our secret spy manual

+ The bestest best book ever.
+ Spy Science : 40 Secret-Sleuthing, code-craking, Spy-catching Activities for Kids

My 4 year old niece is into the spy business. While kids' spy toys can be hit-or-miss in fun, I know this book was a hit. I know because I find the book all over my sister's house, and each time I see it it's a bit more battered. My niece can't read yet, but this is one of her favorite bedtime ...
  
  











  



  
Olive's Ocean (Newbery Honor Book)
Kevin Henkes

Greenwillow, 2003

Idalis from Lake Tapps says, "This is a truly good book!"

+ PCE Student Review
+ Emotional Masterpiece

Her name was Olive. She arrived at her grandmother's house in tears, she was an orphan, she held her grandmother's old wrinkly hands and wept. Then she heard the ocean, she looked as a huge wave crashed on a giant rock, and for a moment she forgot how sad she was. This is a story about a young ...
  
  











  



  
Who Is Coming to Our House? (Board Book)
Joseph Slate

Putnam Juvenile, 2001

A House Favorite

+ Simple and sweet.
+ A Sweet Story
+ Christmas Story for Little Ones
+ Charming Text, Okay Pictures
  
  











  



  
The Tales of Three Trees
Angela Elwell Hunt

Cook Communications, 2004

Christian Classic

+ Great story!
+ tnvolsgirl
+ Best Story Ever
+ Wonderful book!
  
  











  



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