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November 21, 2009

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Fire

Kristin Cashore

Filled with action, politics, romance and deeply-felt thought and emotion, Fire is a great read for teens beginning to own their powers and emotions, and for readers of all ages looking for a well-balanced adventure. Read more »

Raspberries

Jay O'Callahan and Will Moses

This infectious concoction tells the tale of a magical fruit that makes everyone, from a shy old man to a nasty little bully, jump into the air singing, "Raspberries!" the moment they get a taste. Read more »

Electric Plane Launcher

Got half an hour to spare? Experiment with motion, physics, and beginner electronics by creating this super cool launcher for paper airplanes. Read more »

Wax Drawing Kit

Packed up pretty with oil pastels, wooden frames, and colored and natural beeswax, this kit takes young artists step-by-step through the process of creating a picture inspired by an Ancient Greek wax technique. Read more »

Knit-it Mice Kit

These three rodents won't keep you up at night and they won't nibble through your cupboards. What they will do is help teach your newbie knitter the basics. Read more »

Otis

Loren Long

Otis is a hardworking little tractor who loves life on the farm with his friend the little calf, until the little calf wanders into Mud Pond and no one can save him. Can Otis help? Read more »

The Magic Rabbit

Annette LeBlanc Cate

Ray and his bunny assistant are inseparable. What happens when bunny gets lost? A tender, visually splendid tale to inspire a love of storytelling. Read more »

The Magic School Bus: A Journey Into the Human Body

Fans of the book series will get a kick out of joining Ms. Frizzle's crew for close to a dozen hands-on experiments. Read more »

Fox and Geese

This classic game is a solid introduction to strategy, and a great way to practice critical thinking skills. Read more »

Leaving the Bellweathers

Kristin Clark Venuti

If your child loves the funny, the crazy, and the outrageous, then he'll love this comic caper about a most dysfunctional family and their fed-up butler. Read more »

Enchanted Forest

Enchanted Forest transports players into a magical fairy tale in which they help a king find hidden treasures. Read more »

Bison Woodkit

A bit like a 3-D puzzle, this toy comes with several sheets of thin wood. Punch them out and follow the directions to turn an odd assortment of shapes into a beautiful wooden model. Read more »

Pocket Watercolor Set

Get your child started with this kid-friendly kit, which contains 18 half-pans of pigment and a brush in an easy-to-tote aluminum tin. Read more »

Flip Mino Camcorder

This pocket-sized camcorder has the all the technology your teen needs to document the world around her and share her own stories in high-quality video. Read more »

Orienteering Booklet and Mini Compass Set

Orienteering is a nice family activity that will get your child up and moving, as she learns the tricks to becoming a true explorer. Read more »

Project Panda (Adventures of Riley)

Amanda Lumry and Laura Hurwitz

This wonderful series, created in conjunction with The Smithsonian Institute and the World Wildlife Federation, is packed with facts from real scientists. A fun way to spark an interest in animals and geography, and a bridge between fiction and non-fiction. Read more »

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