Crayon Rocks
I just love these rock shaped crayons. They’re made of soy instead of wax (petroleum-based) and come in beautiful vivid colors. The shape of the rocks make it easier for young children to draw with, and it encourages the use of the tripod grip which helps develop fine motor skills. Just make sure your little one does’nt try to eat one. They do look like big jelly beans. A box of 16 crayons cost $7.49, and 64 crayons are $24.99. As of this post date, the Crayon Rocks website is giving an additional 20% off. Crayon Rocks Rock! CRAYON ROCKS
Posted: March 27, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), Toys/Games/Books | No comments yet 
Beautiful Pop-Up Books by Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart
For those of you looking for a beautiful keepsake book, look no further. Robert Sabuda and Matthew Reinhart are masters at making pop-up works of art. I’ve chosen three but there are many more to enjoy. My all time favorite is the “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland”. This book is simply a masterpiece. If your child is very young, I would think twice about letting him or her read any of these books unsupervised. Adults will enjoy them too. Available at AMAZON
Posted: January 16, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), Educational, Toys/Games/Books | No comments yet
Organic Play Dough Set
This handmade play dough is organic and comes in 6 scented tubs; lemon, cherry, orange, key lime, grape and strawberry. The kit includes a 2 patterned rollers, a hammer and a rolling cutter. Cost: $38, by CLEMENTINE STUDIO
Posted: December 16, 2008 | by Julie
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