Gift Guide2009
From toys that stand the test of time to board games that are anything but boring, we found the best products for each grade that will build your child's brain as well as being chock full of fun. Our list of loot is kid-tested, teacher approved, and full of options for any family, so get wrappin'!
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.
Princess Pig
When pig starts thinking she's a princess, she learns some important lessons about being herself. A very cute tale about friendship and realizing what's really special.
Come Back Soon
When Elephant gets an invitation to visit his penguin pals in faraway Icetown, he sets sail immediately. Gorgeous artwork and a silly premise make this a delight for young readers.
The Lion and the Mouse
This gorgeous adaptation of Aesop's famous fable has no words. Kids play storyteller, as they narrate Pinkney's beautiful illustrations of this tale, in which a little mouse helps free the king of the jungle in his hour of need.
Crazy Hair
A mad romp from the team behind Coraline, this kid-pleaser is wildly imaginative, with just a bit of spookiness thrown in.
Jeremy Draws a Monster
Unique and beautiful illustrations make this quirky story a fun and compelling read, inviting children to dance the line between imagination and reality.
Project Panda (Adventures of Riley)
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.
The Princess's Blankets
First graders are learning to read in earnest, but they're also learning to love books. This beautiful fable is a story to fall in love with, with stunning pictures to match.
