38 Great New Family Books for the Summer of 2007
 
 







  
Miles of Smiles: Travel Games and Quizzes to Go (American Girl Library)2 reviews
Laurie Calkhoven

American Girl, 2007

great Travel Book

+ Cute travel book

This is a great book for all kids but especially for girls who love the American Girl dolls. I gave each little girl invited to my 9 year old granddaughter's birthday party one of these to entertain them on the way to the American Girl store and her birthday party. My granddaughter loves to use ...
  
  











  



  
Fun with the Family Maine, 5th: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)1 review
Bonnie Merrill

GPP Travel, 2007

A Must Have For Parents

This book outpaces many other day trip and travel guides in that it also recommends accommodations in each area, which is key when traveling with children. The book is well designed inside and out and is destined to become a favorite in any household fond of piling in the car for adventures. ...
  
  











  



  
101 Things You Should Do Before Your Kids Leave Home (Faithwords)2 reviews
David Bordon, Tom Winters

FaithWords, 2007

Love your kids? Get this book!

+ Love, love, love this book

Love this book! Especially thing #50 - Find a Church and stick to it. One statment stands out, "Being faithful to your church is a way of showing love to flawed people". Derek http://branchpastor.blogspot.com
  
  











  



  
Fun with the Family Oregon, 5th: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
Cheryl McLean, Lee Juillerat

GPP Travel, 2007

From beautiful beaches to family-friendly ski resorts, from the Evergreen Aviation Museum to the Metolius River Recreation Area, there is entertainment for all ages and interests in Oregon.
  
  











  



  
Parenting Young Athletes the Ripken Way: Ensuring the Best Experience for Your Kids in Any Sport5 reviews
Cal Ripken, Rick Wolff

Gotham, 2006

A grand slam for youth sports!!!

+ Parenting Youth Sports
+ A Great Book For Any Parent Of A Young Athlete
+ Classy Guy with Wholesome Advice
+ Another Hit for Cal Ripken Jr.
  
  











  



  
Men Are Like Waffles--Women Are Like Spaghetti: Understanding and Delighting in Your Differences11 reviews
Bill Farrel, Pam Farrel

Harvest House Publishers, 2007

Very true

+ On target, easy to apply.
+ You get what the title promises!

This is a great book. Stereotypical men v. stereotypical women. Being one of the afore mentioned men. Right on. Hilarious and accurate. Highly recommended.
  
  











  



  
Love Coupons for Kids1 review
Robin St. John

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2007

Great Children's Reward Idea

My four and seven year old children love these coupons. They only receive them on certain occassions and get to pick one at random out of a hat. They have great ideas, like visiting parks, museums, picking your own dinner, etc... Highly recommended.
  
  











  



  
Horseradish: Bitter Truths You Can't Avoid14 reviews
Lemony Snicket

HarperCollins, 2007

Classic Snicket

+ short but bittersweet

A little book of random quotes dealing with several facets of life. It is classic Snicket.
  
  











  



  
Everyone Wins!: Cooperative Games and Activities2 reviews
Josette Luvmour, Sambhava Luvmour

New Society Publishers, 2007

Great resource!

+ Everyone Wins

I had the pleasure of reading this book when a friend lent it to me for my girl scout troop meeting. We tried a couple of the activites and the kids had a wonderful time playing the games. I had to order a copy. The games promote cooperation and team work. The book is easy to read and ...
  
  











  



  
Soccer from the Sidelines: What's goin' on out there?1 review
George Hathaway

BookSurge Publishing, 2007

good for soccor moms

A Letter to My Sisters: The Way Out fun and candid. Good for beginners wanting to learn about soccor. A Letter to My Sisters: The Way Out
  
  











  



  
Best Baby Products, 9th Ed. (Best Baby Products)38 reviews
Sandra J. Gordon, Editors of Consumer Reports

Consumer Reports, 2007

A good book. However, a little disappointing...

There is very little information I can give you that hasn't already been covered. Like a previous reviewer I too was more than a little disappointed that this book lacked detailed recommendations on products. What I got instead was more a less a general outline of what to look for and what to look ...
  
  











  



  
Generation MySpace: Helping Your Teen Survive Online Adolescence16 reviews
Candice M. Kelsey

Da Capo Press, 2007

Well written, but maybe not for everyone

+ Recommended for parents of pre-teens and teens
+ Excellent! A MUST READ for any parent curious about MySpace.
+ Excellent! Highly recommended for concerned partents
+ Clear, interesting, thorough, informative.
  
  











  



  
Fun with the Family Colorado, 6th: Hundreds of Ideas for Day Trips with the Kids (Fun with the Family Series)
Doris Kennedy

GPP Travel, 2007

From snow tubing to visiting the Koshare Indian Museum, natives and tourists can benefit from this comprehensive guide to family entertainment in the Centennial State.
  
  











  



  
The Everything Family Guide To Washington D.C.: All the Best Hotels, Restaurants, Sites, and Attractions ...1 review
Jesse Leaf

Adams Media, 2007

Very Useful

We found this book very useful with a lot of trivia info that was very helpful. Tour information, transportation information, hours of operation, etc.
  
  











  



  
The Fun Book for Moms: 102 Ways to Celebrate Family3 reviews
Melina Gerosa Bellows

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2007

Love this book!!

This book is so much fun and really gave me some wonderful ideas. Definitely a book I will buy for friends.
  
  











  



  
How to Raise an American: 1776 Fun and Easy Tools, Tips, and Activities to Help Your Child Love This Country22 reviews
Myrna Blyth, Chriss Winston

Crown Forum, 2007

Great Resource for Parents (and teachers)

+ How to Raise An American
+ Worth Reading Even If You Disagree With Authors' Politics
+ Let's agree that some people WANT to raise Americans
+ How to raise an American
  
  











  



  
Teaching Is a Learning Experience!: A For Better or For Worse Collection (For Better or for Worse Collections)6 reviews
Lynn Johnston

Andrews McMeel Publishing, 2007

More than an experience!

+ Re; For Better of For Worse "Teaching Is A Learing Experience"
+ I love these people
+ Another winner
+ Another Great book ...
  
  











  



  
No: Why Kids--of All Ages--Need to Hear It and Ways Parents Can Say It17 reviews
David Walsh

Free Press, 2007

101 Reasons for 5 Stars

+ Setting Boundaries, Staying Sane
+ A must read
+ Helpful and insightful
+ Every parent should read this book
  
  











  



  
Starting Sensory Integration Therapy: Fun Activities That Won't Destroy Your Home6 reviews
Bonnie Arnwine

Sensory Resources, 2006

Fabulous!

+ STARTING SENSORY INTEGRATION THERAPY
+ Good Resource for ideas on Sensory Integration
+ who would know?
+ sensory fun
  
  











  



  
Un colchón de plumas para Ágata
Carmen Agra Deedy

Peachtree Publishers, 2007
  
  











  






   



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