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Heirloom Quality Collectible Book - It's that good!
After reading the review of this book, I was hopeful but not too excited. A few days later, after ordering a new copy of the book from Amazon, I was elated. This is the WINNIE THE POOH book I have been waiting for, for years. Someone finally took the time and loving care to do it right. Everything about this book, from the color, cut out bookcover (and COLOR hardcover cover underneath it!) to the light yellow butter colored pages with full color EH Shephard illustrations lavishly presented throughout, this book is obviously a work of love. The map of 100 Acre Wood on both front and back inside cover is in color!!This beautiful edition was produced to celebrate the 80th Anniversary of this story and it is a winner. The story itself, of course, is priceless and enduring, but the presentation, this time around wins kudos. I immediately placed it on my bookshelf. This one is a keeper. Don't miss out - and don't buy cheaper editions - trust me, this is the one you want. Worth every penny and more. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Action & Adventure - General    2. Children's All Ages - Literature    3. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction    4. Children: Grades 3-4    5. Classics    6. Fiction    7. Juvenile Fiction    8. Toys    9. Toys, Dolls, & Puppets    10. Juvenile Fiction / Classics   

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/All Ages    2. Children's Books/Novelty    3. Children: Grades 3-4    4. General    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Toys, Dolls, & Puppets   

Reviews (5)

Great book but it's for young I spy beginners
This is a really cute book and would be perfect for a I spy beginner and a younger reader. My child is 3 1/2 years old and she loves I spy books and this is not for her. I gave it five stars because if I had purchased this last year when we were at a different level it would be fine. I will keep it and bring it out when my son is a bit older.

Very Good!
I bought this for my two year old and he loves it.He knows where all the pictures are ( he did before we left the store) an he still sits there with it in front of him for long peroids of time.I am trying to get the whole set.I don't know how many are in the set though and I was hoping that there would be some place where you could buy them in a complete set.

Perfect size for families on the go!
A smaller version of the full sized I Spy books, these books are just great. They include cropped pictures from the regular I Spy books and are printed on durable cardboard - just right for little hands!Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - Hidden Picture    2. Animals    3. Animals - General    4. Children's Baby - Games    5. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    6. Children: Babies & Toddlers    7. Juvenile literature    8. Picture puzzles    9. Puzzles   

Editorial Review

Modeled after the popular Taggies baby blankets, Read more

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Perfect for bedtime
This is a wonderful book that my nine-month-old has enjoyed since we received it as a gift when he was 2 months old.I don't understand the other reviews that say "it isn't much of a story"."Sweet Dreams", as the title implies, is a bedtime book.And it is perfect for that.Short, simple, engaging but not exciting, it is oh-so-soft and very comforting.My son loves it.He touches each animal ("kitty", "bunny", & "puppy") as we read, and I even stroke his face with the book once at the end as a final soother.It is the second of the two books we read at bedtime, the first being Baby Animals, which is a more active "Tough & Feel" book, but a good transition from active to night-night.I highly recommend Sweet Dreams for anyone looking for a comforting quiet book for bedtime reading with their baby.At nine-months, he seems far from outgrowing it; we will enjoy this book for some time to come.
A perfect gift for your newest adopted family member
I think this is a perfect gift for any baby shower or new addition to your family. Especially for those who are adopting a child International like we did. We wheren't sure how much stimulation our daughter received in her Social Welfare Institute in China and so we brought this colorful book along. The book is a soft flannel and each tag is has a different color and texture and what child doesn't like tags of any sort. If you find this book in the book store or sometimes in a gift shop you can choose the colored tags and textures, for each one is different.
Great for babies (under 1)
I received a taggie blanket at my baby shower and my daughter loves it, so when I saw this book I bought it.She loves it, it as well.I find this works well in the stroller or backback and she likes to chew on all the tabs (tho' mostly the information tag, as it is the biggest).It cleans easily in the wash.It isn't really much of a "story" -- this is mostly a book-shaped toy.But she gives it lots of attention and it is a wonderful distraction for in the car or playpen.My son, who is two years old, thinks the loops are funny and likes to stick his fingers in them, but this is really an item for a baby.I don't imagine a toddler interested in real books would get much out of it. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals - General    2. Bedtime & Dreams    3. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    4. Children: Babies & Toddlers    5. Juvenile Fiction    6. Preschool Picture Story Books    7. Juvenile Fiction / General    8. Novelty, toy & die-cut books   

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The Pumpkin Book
The Pumpkin Book will be a sure hit with teachers doing theme planning around October events.Ms. Gibbon blends factual information with enough interesting tidbits to keep the attention of even squirmy 2nd graders. Excellent color illustrations, and recommended for K through 3rd grades, aswell as for the teachers.

The Pumpkin Book
The Pumpkin Book will be a sure hit with teachers doing theme planning around October events.Ms. Gibbon blends factual information with enough interesting tidbits to keep the attention of even squirmy 2nd graders. Excellent color illustrations, and recommended for K through 3rd grades, aswell as for the teachers. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    2. Children: Young Adult (Gr. 7-9)    3. Cooking & Food    4. Juvenile Nonfiction    5. Juvenile literature    6. Pumpkin    7. Science & Nature - Flowers & Plants   

Reviews (5)

growing strong
how you can feel with a little boy's hardship in a boarding school and how you hope for his stamina and how you love his intense friendships that bring him on his way.
A powerful story of courage and change
If Bryce Courtenay's The Power Of One sounds familiar, it's because this represents a young reader's condensed edition of a prior hard-hitter which became both an adult classic and an acclaimed movie of the same name. It's great to see such a powerful novel condensed with youth in mind: grades 8-12 will find compelling the story of 1930s South Africa and a boy who faces apartheid and prejudice in a country where his childhood is marked by loneliness and dreams of changing lives. A powerful story of courage and change evolves.

Great Novel - but CONDENSED
I have read the Power of One, the unedited version and it is brilliant, inspiring, and brutal - one of the best books I've read. However, this edition that is being sold here, is the Young Reader's edition, which isn't immediately obvious from Amazon's description or the picture. It does say so on the cover, but it's very small unless you enlarge the picture. So, my review gives it a 2 as it may be an unpleasant surprise for those who want to read the actual novel. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Boxing    2. Conduct of life    3. Fiction    4. Fiction - Historical    5. Historical - Africa    6. Historical - General    7. Historical Fiction (Young Adult)    8. History    9. Juvenile Fiction    10. Self-confidence    11. Social Issues - Abandonment    12. Social Issues - Emotions & Feelings    13. Social Issues - Prejudice & Racism    14. Social Issues - Self-Esteem & Self-Reliance    15. South Africa    16. Sports & Recreation - General   

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Very relevant for more than teens!!
Thanks Sam for a well written and easily followed cook book which has added a little spice into my life. I am 77!!! The recipes are so easy to follow and simple to fix. Will I have to wait till you are and old man for you to write a book entitled "Recipes for Old Codgers!"

For VERY YOUNG teens
Very simplistic recipes.I saw Today show feature of tuna with wasabi and thought this book offered more creative recipes.Do not purchase for any child over 13.

A fun, nutritious, delicious, and easy-to-prepare collection of recipes that kids can make in their family kitchen
Cooking Up A Storm: The Teen Survival Cookbook by Sam Stern (and inspired by great British chefs such as Jamie Oliver, Gordon Ramsay, and Nigella Lawson) is an expansive and "teen-friendly" guide through a fun, nutritious, delicious, and easy-to-prepare collection of recipes that kids can make in their family kitchen. Ably presenting a culinary wealth of recipes for active meals and the step-by-step methods for their preparation (including an ingredients list for each featured dish), Cooking Up A Storm: The Teen Survival Cookbook offers its young readers recipes ranging from My Friend Joe's Thai Green Curry; Meringue Shells with Raspberries and Cream; and Tomato, Avocado and Mozzarella Salad; to Our Fave Cheesecake; Chocolate Crispy Crunchies; and French Onion Soup with Cheese Croutons. A welcome addition to any family cookbook shelf, Cooking Up A Storm: The Teen Survival Cookbook is very highly recommended for all teens eager to discover their hidden culinary talents or who must begin to assume meal preparation duties for themselves and/or their families.
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Emril's books
This is the second Emril's kids cookbook Ihave purchased for my grandson.He loved the first ("There's a Chef in my Soup"), and requested this one for his birthday.He was really excited to get it. I tried a couple of receipes, and they were great!!!

Great for the whole family!!
This cook book is great for cooking with your kids and anyone else. Whether you are planning for a snack with your friends or just making food for a party or anything else. It has easy step by step directions, and it tells you what utensils are needed and if it safe for your child to do it all by themselves. I recommend this book for anyone who is interestede in cooking. It is great fun!!!!!!

Family Fun
This is a wonderful collection of recipes.This has brought me, my mother and my daugther closer together.Every week we make new recipes from this book as well as the Emeril's There's a Chef in My Soup book.It is truly great for the entire family. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    2. Children: Grades 2-3    3. Cookery    4. Cooking    5. Cooking & Food    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Juvenile Nonfiction / Cooking   

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Great book!
I have a daughter that literally HATES math.From the moment I told her of this book, she's been intrigued.She's read the book and says it makes math more interesting.I'm very happy with my purchase.

AWESOME!!!
This is an awesome book. I especially like the part that sets out to prove that grownups aren't as smart as they think they are. (Definitly true!) I think this book would be good for ages 9+. 8-year olds could do it but might need some help. I'm 10 and I was fine with it. Definitly worth it.

A Great Math Book for Younger Kids Too
The reading level for this book should just be a guideline. If parents are reading it, the examples & games can be done by kids much younger. My son's first grade teacher recommended using this book over the summer to prepare him for 2nd grade math enrichment.Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Fiction    2. Children: Grades 4-6    3. Concepts - General    4. Games & Activities - Questions & Answers    5. Juvenile Nonfiction    6. Juvenile literature    7. Mathematics    8. Mathematics - Arithmetic    9. Juvenile Nonfiction / Mathematics / Arithmetic   

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pretty good replacement for "I Spy" books
There are 19 paintings from the collection at the Metropolitan Museum of Art that list things to look for in the painting. This is a neat way to incorporate art with your child while playing. My kids love the "I Spy" books and this is no different. There is a wide range of artwork from ancient Egyptian up to modern day. I only wish the book were longer with more paintings included. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Appreciation    2. Art appreciation    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Fiction    4. Children: Preschool    5. General    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Painting    9. Readers - Beginner    10. Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books    11. Painting & paintings    12. Picture books   

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Awesome
This book is great.I not only have my own children but I own a child franchise and I read this book to our 10-13 mo. olds and 12-15 mo. They just stare and smile and try to grab every page.
Your toddler will love it, but the flaps will tear!
Your little one will have plenty of fun pulling down the flaps in this colorful book.However, the large flaps in Peek-a-Moo! are thick paper and therefore easily tear and crease.Also, if you have a toddler who does not want or understand to close the flap back up with each page (such as the case with our 14-month-old daughter), you need to make sure the flaps are back up before you turn the page.Otherwise, they will hang out the bottom of the book, vulnerable to further damage from the wrath of an active toddler.We have other lift-the-flap books that have smaller, thicker flaps that automatically close when you turn the page (such as Dear Zoo--highly recommended), which are in much better condition.

A mustfor toddlers!
Excellent source of learning animal names and sounds, my 14 month loves it! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Animals    2. Animals - Farm Animals    3. Children's Baby - Lift the Flap    4. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    5. Children: Preschool    6. Fiction    7. Games    8. General    9. Juvenile Fiction    10. Specimens    11. Sports & Recreation - Games - General    12. Toy and movable books    13. Juvenile Fiction / Animals / Farm Animals   

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Excellent For Beginners
Within an hour of getting this book, I was able to juggle ( though not skillfully at all)three balls. Granted, I've had a little bit of prior juggling experience from years and years ago, so I wasn't totally unfamiliar with the motions. The instructions were very clear and so were the illustrations after I used a hi-liter to keep track of the otherwise black and white balls.

What a great book!
One night, I had a very strange dream. For a beauty pageant, I was juggling for a talent. Ever since that dream (About one week ago!) I knew juggling would be my talent.
I got as far as page 10
Until I purchased this book and bean bags, I might've made two attempts in my life to juggle...for a total of maybe sixty seconds. Anyway, I purchased this book. I followed the book up till page 10. The exercise was to juggle just two balls. That's it. So for a minute or two almost every day, I practiced juggling 2 balls, which was surprisingly difficult. It's all about the toss, about timing, and about being patient and not panicking. Eventually, I got pretty decent and consistent. Today, around 10 days after receiving the book and balls, I decided to try the third ball. Didn't even bother to look at the book. And within a few tries, I was tossing all three balls around! No kidding. It was harder learning to toss the two balls than it was to incorporate the third ball.
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Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Games / Gamebooks / Crosswords    2. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    3. Children: Grades 2-3    4. Games & Activities - General    5. Juggling    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Sports & Recreation - General    8. Children's stationery & miscellaneous items    9. Indoor games   

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Great Stress Reliever
These dot to dot books are the best.Nothing like the ones that we grew up with.They are very addicting!Great stress reliever!

The Title Doesn't Lie
This truly is the best set of dot-to-dot books ever.Don't stop at Book 1.There are more out there by David Kalvitis.We bought them for our 10 year old at Christmas and it became family fun for all of us.I e-mailed the author directly and asked him for more.Luckily for all of us there are more coming.Don't miss out on this fun stuff.

The one I read for
When my six year old needs to be kept busy.Some of them are a little challenging for him, but it keeps him interested.I wish they'd find a way to make it jokey, or combine the pictures with some sort of narrative, or ongoing story. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - Dot to Dot    2. Children's 9-12 - Games / Gamebooks / Crosswords    3. Children's Books/Ages 9-12 Nonfiction    4. Juvenile Nonfiction / Activity Books   

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They're Not Flash Cards - And Maybe They're Not Even Disney!
I give - some of the Einstein series appeals. Little Einsteins is inspired, engaging, and something that might not have caused Einstein himself to cringe. These lively oversized and laminated cards are terrific. I couldn't bring myself - mentally or physically - to "flash" cards before my toddlers. But, as we're told, things change around 3 to 5 as kids get engaged in the world around them and ask questions that make some folks (and certainly me) log on to Wikipedia.
Baby Einstein Language Discovery Cards Images and Words to Teach and Delight
I purchased this this thinking that I would use it a lot with my new baby, but I find that I have used it much more with my 5 year old and she loves it.We both have fun saying the word in the different languages.This is a great purchase and would be a great gift for a baby shower or for any child of any age!!

Disappointed
I was very disappointed in these cards.I feel that they are a plug for other Baby Einstein products. ... Read more

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Editorial Review

Count to 10, explore the alphabet, discover shapes, learn about opposites, and find the missing teddy bear in this big, colorful board book. Sesame Street's beloved Elmo guides young readers to lift more than 60 flaps to reveal humorous and edifying surprises. Over the word "dry," Grover gazes unsuspectingly into a garden hose. Turn the flap and guess what happens! Grover learns all about "wet." A towering pyramid of alphabet blocks contains objects starting with the same letter behind each flap: alligator, book, cookies. Large, sturdy flaps allow rough-tough toddler hands to clutch and pull as much as they want with minimal risk of tearing. Children will adore the bright, bold illustrations of Jim Henson's familiar Muppet characters and beg to return to this book again and again. (Baby to preschool) Read more

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Great book for learning the basics!! Luv that Elmo!
I gave this to my little niece on her 2nd birthday, she opened the present and said "Elmo".She flipped the book open and didn't want to put it down (even with all the other presents to open around her).
Great for curious toddlers
My 21 month old twins LOVE the Elmo lift-and-look books. They never seem to tire of them.Every morning, they wake up and ask for this book.The book is great because it teaches them everything from ABCs and 123s to opposites.They are definitely learning a ton from this book.I also love the interactive nature of the lift and looks.

Great for babies and toddlers
This has been a favorite of my son's since he was six months old.It's been great for bolstering his vocabulary; even before he could talk he could point out the objects and shapes, and remember what was under each flap.Now at two years old he still loves it.Your child will love this book and learn from it! ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Baby - Lift the Flap    2. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    3. Children: Preschool    4. Concepts - General    5. Fiction    6. Interactive Adventure    7. Preschool Concepts    8. Puppets    9. Puppets and puppet plays    10. Specimens    11. Toy and movable books    12. Toys, Dolls, & Puppets    13. Juvenile Fiction / Concepts / General   

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cute little dolls.... They're great!
For little girls who love american girl but don't want to buy the real doll? This would be perfect for you! I have one, and it is really an exact replica of one of the larger dolls. You can take off their clothes, and their hair is brushable, and they come with a cute little book!

So small!
My daughter enjoys the American girl series, but who can afford the dolls? I thought this was a great value, at 40% off, it was only $11.97! "Wow!!" I thought. I purchased it and the Samantha doll. I knew it wasn't full size, but 6 1/2 inches seemed large enough for some fun. It is such a small doll! It is only about the size of Barbie's little sister. My daughter has some baby dolls that are ony 6 1/2 inches tall, they seem so much bigger than this, because they are also big around. It is a very cute doll, just not what I expected. As long as all you are looking for is a doll that is the size of Barbie's little sister, I don't think you will be disappointed.

mini doll with bonus
In case you're curious, this set includes the Mini Nellie O'Malley doll (six inches tall), a miniature replica of the 18 inch Nellie doll available from American Girl.Also included is a mini, abridged version of the book "Nellie's Promise" as well as a small book that talks about the making of the Samantha movie.The mini dolls used to be nicer than they are now--they kind of look like a Barbie in historical clothing--but they are still worthwhile. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's 9-12 - Dolls    2. Children: Grades 3-4    3. Juvenile Fiction    4. Non-Classifiable    5. Toys, Dolls, & Puppets   

Reviews (25)

Love this book!!
I don't usually write reviews, but my 18 mo old loves this book so much I had to write so other parents can share it with their children.It has a great message about unconditional love and at the same times teaches about emotions, behavior, and even body parts.My daughter loves pointing to her "top side" and "bottom side"...it is almost time to buy a replacement, b/c this one has been read so many times.

First kiss
My 13 month old son started 'reading' this book by himself at 8 months or so after I'd read it to him for 2 months.He started giving the little boy kisses around 11 months, even though we'd never said anything about doing something like that.He's been doing it now for 3 months plus and the book has held up very well.The illustrations are simple, yet very effective and the expressions are clear.The story is so delightful I don't mind reading it 10 times or more a day-he'll often bring me the book and ask to get into my lap.It's the only book he does that with.

This book is GREAT!
We checked this out from our public library and now I'm getting ready to purchase it.My son is almost 4 years old and he loves this book.I wish we had found it when he was younger.It IS a great interactive book.When I read it, he makes the expressions (happy/sad) or he does the action (running/walking) or he'll wiggle his fingers/toes, etc.It is so much fun and a great way to have special time with your child letting them know that you love him (or her) "through and through...yesterday, today and tomorrow, too!" ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Children's Books/Baby-Preschool    2. Children: Preschool    3. Fiction    4. Juvenile Fiction    5. Love    6. Parent and child    7. Preschool Picture Story Books    8. Social Issues - Emotions & Feelings    9. Social Situations - Emotions & Feelings    10. Stories in rhyme    11. Toys, Dolls, & Puppets    12. Juvenile Fiction / Social Situations / Emotions & Feelings   

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Freaky-looking clowns, yikes
I just had to say that when I read the other review that said the clowns in here were too scary looking, I chuckled-- until I took a look at the book myself and saw them!Today I was in B&N and saw this book, and I must say those freaky clowns on each page ruin this book.I love these I Spy books, but although I don't get scared by clowns, I do wish they chose a set of cute little clowns instead.Try the Spooky House I Spy book-- so cute and fun!!

Not for me!
For those people acquainted with I Spy books, you know that there is one item that appears on each picture page.Unfortunately, in the Fun House book, the recurring item is a pair of clown-dolls.Call me crazy, but those clowns are downright freaky and they frightened me!They are peering out at you from all sorts of the places and they gave me the creeps.I had intended to give this book as a gift to my 8-year-old son, but couldn't follow through.I just couldn't handle those clowns and didn't know how my kids would react.Again, maybe it's just me, but I can't recommend this book.Sorry if you think I'm a wimp, but if there are others like me, I wouldn't buy this book for your kids.
I Spy Books are fun
I spy books are fun to read. In i spy funhouse it is very good. They are very good at hideing things. I like all of the i spy books. They are all good books. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - Hidden Picture    2. Children's 4-8 - Games / Gamebooks    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Grades 1-2    5. Games & Activities - Puzzles    6. Juvenile Nonfiction    7. Juvenile literature    8. Marzollo, Jean    9. Picture puzzles    10. Preschool Picture Story Books    11. Puzzles    12. Jokes & riddles    13. Juvenile Nonfiction / Games & Activities / Puzzles   

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EXCELLENT!
My daughter really got into stickers just before turning three.For her 3rd birthday, one person got her 2 of these books and OMIGOD it was her favorite gift - she would not even pay attention to other much more expensive and sofisticated gifts she got. I went and got her the other ones out there. At first, she was dissapointed when she finished placing all the stickers (which she did in 2 days or so), but now, 4 months later, she picks these books up just to look at the pictures.They are bright and colorful and very educational. Even I have learned a few things...I hope more of these books come out.

Great for toddlers
My nephew loves this book!!! 5 stars!! Hope Mr. Roger Priddy will make some more of ths!! Highly recommended for toddlers and early preschoolers!!

Great book for Preschoolers!
I got this book for my 4 year old. He loved it! We would sit for large blocks of time and work on it together. He loved it so much that he was upset to finish it. ... Read more

Subjects:  1. Activity Books - General    2. Children's 4-8 - Activity Books    3. Children's Books/Ages 4-8 Nonfiction    4. Children: Kindergarten    5. Concepts - General    6. Juvenile Fiction