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Not your ordinary colored pencils

I still remember being about seven and getting my first set of “serious colored pencils” from my mom. I recall the pride of knowing I’d outgrown the kid stuff, and that I had been deemed worthy enough to own art supplies that came in a fancy tin with...

Best two year-old gift ever? We’ve got you covered.

by Cool Mom Team | Toys + Playthings

Want an awesome holiday gift for a two-year old? Something he’ll love and cherish and want to play with every free second? And it’s also got to be totally affordable?Here’s the idea of the century – and don’t laugh. Children’s...

Yubo – The BPA free lunchbox that practically packs itself

by Cool Mom Team | School Gear

Now’s the time in the school year that moms are figuring out whether that cool lunchbox you bought for your kid actually does the trick, or whether it was more cute than functional. Luckily, I fared pretty well (thanks Cool Mom Picks – heh), but if you...

Great schools deserve free money

by Mir | Doing Good

It’s music to any educator’s ears: The chance for big bucks for the school, just because it’s great.GreatSchools.net and Care2.com have partnered up to create the America’s Favorite School Contest, and they’re giving away everyone’s...

Toddler nap mats? Reader Q&A

by Cool Mom Team | Uncategorized

Cool Moms, do you know of any great day care nap mats for toddlers? -SuzanneThis is actually the first year my daughter needed a nap mat for school, so thanks to your question, Suzanne, I was able to find a bunch that work for us as well. The kid’s eco nap mats...

CMP Does Etsy: Not your everyday pencil cases (But maybe they should be)

by Leah | School Gear

We’re so excited to bring you the first of our new weekly Etsy round-ups. Tune in every Wednesday for more delicious handmade goodness. Everyone knows that when you go back to school, it is IMPERATIVE to have the coolest stuff. (Although I believe I had Holly...