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Media Review

Rockabye Baby!’s familiar ring

1 Comment 06 July 2012

The Rockabye Baby! series covers the spectrum of instrumentals from Kanye West to the Police.

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Media Review

Delicious, by Orange Sherbet

No Comments 10 May 2012

It’s a musical feast from Orange Sherbet.

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Media Review

Moon Rabbit, by Natalie Russell

No Comments 01 September 2010

A recent New York Times article claimed that pictures books have declined in popularity in recent years. That’s a shame, because vibrant, fun and sophisticated picture books with modern stories to tell are being released in a steady stream and are worthy of attention. A recent example is Moon Rabbit by Natalie Russell. The simple, […]

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Feature, Media Review

They Might Be (tiny) Giants

What was a one-time project has created a new, younger audience for the geek chic band

No Comments 01 March 2010

They Might Be Giants didn’t intend to become known for its children’s music. But after a handful of children’s CDs, they realized parents were hungry for something different.

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Feature

What’s for lunch?

Bento boxes make it easier to pack quick, healthy midday meal

No Comments 01 March 2010

According to the CDC, kids today aren’t eating enough fruits and vegetables in their diet. This isn’t really surprising, is it?But as a parent, you have the ability to send your kid to school (or work) with a delicious lunch that incorporates healthy food and a good dose of funky fabulous fun as well. Even […]

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Feature

For kids and the adults they become

Decatur's Little Shop of Stories caters to community with personal service

No Comments 01 December 2009

As it becomes increasingly difficult to get personal attention when you’re buying something — because you’re e-mailing or buying from a Web site or wandering a giant store trying desperately to get someone to answer a simple question — independent retailers are treasures to be sought out and cherished. This is especially true for Little […]

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Feature

Hear no evil

When you’re doing what’s best for your family, but others don’t think so

No Comments 01 September 2009

Your grandfather tells you that if you keep picking up your 2-week-old son every time he cries, you’ll spoil him. Your grandmother just wants you to give your breastfed 3-month-old a bottle of Karo syrup and condensed milk at night “so he’ll sleep better.” Meanwhile, an older gentleman at the grocery store told you that […]

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Media Review

An Indie Rock Alphabet Book

No Comments 01 September 2009

For parents tired of the old “A is for Apple, B is for Bear” routine, An Indie Rock Alphabet Book offers a welcome change. The small paperback picture book, published by Paste Media Group (the publishers of Paste magazine), written by Caren Kelleher, Kate Kiefer and Rachael Maddux, and illustrated by owen the owen, gives […]

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