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More From Books, Toys & More

by Amelia McClain

December 09, 2008

It is time for even more reviews from the Books, Toys & More section. If you're like me and still have a few more things to get, it is a great place to look for ideas that we will be a big hit and still teach something. Butterfly Pavilion : There are few things that exhibit the cycle of life better than the butterfly. No matter where you life, this is a great way to experience it  Read more...

Finding the Gift

by Amelia McClain

December 04, 2008

While some people may see the current economy as a limit to their holiday shopping, I see it as a challenge to find the perfect gift. It would be wonderful if there was such a thing as the perfect gift, but then again there are kids who are more excited about the box the toy came in. So instead of just another list of toys, I'm giving you the list of my favorite types of gifts to fit every  Read more...

Books, Toys & More - The Toys

by Amelia McClain

December 02, 2008

If you're still trying to figure out what to get your (or another) preschooler for the holidays, or you're stuck for a fun yet education gift some other time of year, check out the Savvy Source Books, Toys & More section. I've picked a few favorites, and so have the other City Editors. Corolle Mon Premier Calin Naima Doll The baby dolls at my daughter's school are one of her  Read more...

Fairies, Sprites & Pixies, Oh My!

by Amelia McClain

October 08, 2008

We've done princesses, pirates, and now we're giving our love to the fairies. (I'm under contractual obligations to my husband to do a ninja post next) Here are my favorite places to outfit your little mythical creature. It may comes as no surprise to you, but it is all the usual suspects here. Because of that, I'm throwing in some do it yourself ideas just to spice things up. Toy  Read more...

The Tale of the Green Dress

by Amelia McClain

October 06, 2008

At M's daycare they do a lot of dress up. M loves it all, especially the green dress. Who knows how or why, but she loves that thing. They have an excellent collection there, and I'm starting to build her collection here at home using some things I've learned from them. Post Halloween sales - They have a number of the head and body costumes that I've seen in catalogs and at Target.  Read more...

More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in minneapolis

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Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle

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Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune

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Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues

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Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors

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Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun

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A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories

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Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet

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The Most Fun in Life Is Free!

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The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots

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