When cool dad and author Mike Adamick's new Dad's Book of Awesome Science Experiments (phew!) arrived at our door, my oldest daughter screamed with delight and I haven't seen the book since. Whether you're looking to get your kids more e…
It's entirely possible that we are Petit Collage groupies, considering how many times we've gushed over their beautifully designed toys , books , and kids' room decor . And now with Petit Collage 25 Easy Craft + Decor Projects For A Play…
I am an unapologetic Mo Willems groupie, in part because I don't think the author/illustrator has ever had a miss. Now, the .500 streak continues with his newest in the popular Pigeon Series, The Pigeon Needs a Bath . All just in time fo…
In a way, we're less surprised that someone has come out with the first ever personalized baby books for same sex couples--and more surprised that it took this long. That said, we're thrilled, since we love finding baby books and baby me…
Ninjas are very stealthy and there could very well already be one on your child's bookshelf , hiding between The House on Pooh Corner and Goodnight, Moon . As for the the ninja in the board book Hello Ninja , don't worry. He's helpful an…
It's clear that Josephine Baker is one of those few celebrity icons who transcends generations. My parents loved her, I loved her, and now my girls love her thanks to the new book, Josephine: The Dazzling Life of Josephine Baker . And de…
I don't know about you, but when I pick up a kids' book published by McSweeney's McMullens, and endorsed by the likes of Maira Kalman , Lemony Snicket , and Patton Oswald, it's a pretty good bet that I will need to bring it home immediat…
If you're looking to amp your your kids' birthday parties this year with a little more DIY, I feel you. While I'm not a huge crafter by any means, there's something really gratifying about putting together goodie bags yourself around som…
To start 2014, we're excited to feature the best board books for babies of 2013 that we fell in love with. Because honestly, our babies fell in love with them too. And not just because the cardboard covers taste delicious. If there's eve…
By now, you've probably come across several Best Cookbooks of 2013 lists, each filled with drool-worthy tomes that would make great coffee table staples. But if you want to gift your favorite family cook -- including yourself -- a cookbo…
We wanted to find the best books for kids in 2013, but over 1350 books are published every week! It's easy to miss a story your kids would love . So we've rounded up 15 of the best round-ups on the internet from all kinds of writers, edi…
Reading The Night Before Christmas is a holiday staple in our house, though this new personalized Night Before Christmas book for kids that stars one special child throughout the pages is sure to be the new Christmas favorite for years t…
Oddly enough, I'm not talking about literary Halloween zombies; I'm talking about cookies. Specifically, those made with this adorable set of Jane Austen cookie cutters. Because honestly, I've always wanted to take a bite out of Darcy. W…
Because as fabulous as neon, ponies, and Dora can be, this line of literary bandages are a lot more fun for adults--especially those who love Poe, Shakespeare, or Jane Austen. Who wouldn't want a little Poe for that Halloween zombie bite…
There's no excuse in the world for boring bookends. And this shop is the end-all, be-all of bookends, with everything from animals to plants to robots. Design Atelier Article is a Ukrainian artisan duo that creates super cool minimalist …
If you are going to pick the perfect time to visit New York City, you could do a lot worse than fall. The family-friendly options here seem endless this time of year. So whether you live in town or you are building an itinerary for your …
Thoughtful quotes from amazing writers rank high on my list of favorite things. And a favorite literary quote deserves only the loveliest of typography. Fortunately, this collection of hand-lettered designs fits the bill, with beautiful …
Shirts with a book cover or favorite quote are pretty cool. But you get even more bibliophile points for wearing a shirt with the entire book's text permanently embedded in the fabric. If you loved these book posters we covered, get read…
Finding just the right books for your child can be, well, challenging--especially if your kid is as finicky about what she reads as what she eats: No peas, broccoli, or dumb princess books, thank you. So I love this cool, custom service …
My kids are increasingly fascinated by travel and different cities around the world, but alas, I've yet to find that spare million in my old jacket pocket that will allow us to travel the globe every year. Still, this new book series for…
I love prints that play with typography. Clever, modern design has a way of turning what could be a cheesy inspirational quote into a piece of art I could live with. That's why I love the work by New York graphic artist Evan Roberts on E…
Nothing is sweeter than a Father's Day gift that really truly comes from the kids. Whether they make a card (still our all-time favorite gift), get crafty , or pick out something a little fancier, here are some fun Father's Day gift idea…
I'm not usually one for fake flowers around the house--I much prefer the real thing. But when they're as cool and crafty as these, I could easily make an exception. Julie Romero's Handmade Paper Flowers are all made to order with 50 bloo…
It was inevitable that with the proliferation of monthly boxes for moms , that someone would come along with a version for dads. And we're pleased to see it has nothing to do with "reminding" dads that they are incapable of cooking or ch…