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Oct 31
“The Day The Crayons Quit” by Drew Daywalt  (Author), Oliver Jeffers  (Illustrator)

The hilarious, colorful #1 New York Times bestselling phenomenon that every kid wants! Gift a copy to someone you love today. Poor Duncan just wants to color. But when he opens his box of crayons, he finds only letters, all saying the same thing: His crayons have had enough! They quit! Blue crayon needs a break from coloring all […]

Oct 26
Carolyn Sloan’s “Welcome to Music” Interactive Book Series has a New Installment: “Welcome to the Opera”

The latest installment in beloved music educator Carolyn Sloan’s Welcome to Music interactive book series has been released: Welcome to the Opera

Oct 24
“My Life Beyond Depression: A Mayo Clinic Patient Story” by Hey Gee

Studies show that, at any point in time, 10% to 15% of children and adolescents have some symptoms of depression. They may have a hard time seeing how their life will look after they harness the tools to manage symptoms of depression. 

Oct 21
Sparkle Light Festival Returns to Rosemont

The Village of Rosemont has announced the return of Sparkle Light Festival at Impact Field, the premier holiday destination for family fun.

Oct 21
“Super Mario Bros. Wonder” is Out Now

New 2D Side-Scrolling Adventure Introduces Wonder Flowers That Trigger Dramatic Changes to the Gameplay

Oct 16
What Working At Whole Foods During A Global Pandemic Taught Me About People

I interacted with hundreds of customers each day while on and off the clock. All the while wearing my mask, and gloves, and washing/wiping everything down (clothes, masks, food, etc.) before and after a shift. I felt exposed every day, but we needed an income to live.

Oct 15
Capitalism’s Harsh Reality When Talking About Productivity & Parental Worth

Late stage capitalism is wild. Everything is commodified and consumable. Simple existence is now an expensive undertaking.

Oct 13
“Don’t Be Mean to 13” Book Shares The History & Mythology of Friggatriskaidekaphobia (Fear of Friday the 13th)

Explore the ancient historical roots of these popular superstitions while encouraging children to use evidence-based, critical thinking with our friend, Thirteen!

Oct 12
Make Baby Mealtime, Family Time: Stokke’s Tripp Trapp® Chair Nurtures Family Bonding

My favorite memories with the kids always tend to be created while spending time around the table. Family meals, game nights, and art projects are all centered around the kitchen table in our home. That's why I'm excited to have found out about Stokke's Tripp Trapp® Chair.

Oct 11
“Why Do We Fight?” by Niki Walker

It's a big world out there, but everything feels closer and more accessible to us than ever-including conflict and war. By comparing bigger conflicts to the ones in their own lives, kids gain the insight to look beyond the headlines and view conflicts in a critical and investigative manner.