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Greenhorn (Book) Review
Greenhorn is a powerful story of the horrors of the Holocaust, and the healing power of friendship. Two boys from very different lives come together in a story as old as time - a tale of friendship. Due to the subject matter, p...
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Let’s Hear It For Almigal (Book) Review
Let’s Hear It For Almigal approaches the ideas of hearing loss, hearing aids, and cochlear implants in the perfect way to engage young kids. From the spunky title character to lighthearted explanations of day to day life with h...
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The Confession (Movie) Review
Like your favorite romance novel or daytime soap, The Confession offers drama and plot twists galore - without making you work for it. It’s family friendly and not terribly predictable, with perhaps a bit more unpredictabilit...
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Life Is Short, Laundry Is Eternal: Confessions of a Stay-at-home Dad (Book) Review
As a parent of five myself, I can really relate to a lot in Life Is Short, Laundry Is Eternal, and I enjoyed the straightforward and humorous tone of the book. I actually laughed out loud at the line, “By the way, none of thi...
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You Can Count On Gracie (Book) Review
You Can Count On Gracie is a fun book that animal loving toddlers are sure to enjoy. With rhyming verses and adorable puppy photos, it’s a great way to introduce numbers and a love of reading at the same time.
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The Boy and the Moon (Book) Review
The Boy and the Moon is a great read for visual kids, and parents who wish to instill a love of art. The illustrations are gorgeous, and the little boy seems to leap off the page to save his friend. With characters and backgrou...
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Verbal Education (SAT/ACT Prep Game) Review
Schoooool’s out for summer! (But ACT/SAT prep is just beginning!)
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The Big Bad Wolf Goes On Vacation (Book) Review
This is one of those great books that parents will enjoy reading at bedtime, just as much as the kids. Fostering a love of reading is so important, and having books the kids enjoy is really an important factor in making it work...
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The Reality Check Program (DVD) Review
The Reality Check Program DVD is a solid choice for parents worried about the path their kids are taking (or may take) in life. With the realities of prison presented in a straightforward and honest manner that kids can relat...
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Fireflies and Shooting Stars: The Tale of Enzo (Book) Review
“I’ve learned there’s a light that shines in everyone. It may be different, but that’s okay. You’ve gotta know just who you are and what you’re good at so you can shine in your own way.”
