Alternatives to Candy for Your Easter Baskets

Easter Time is rapidly approaching, while I like a chocolate bunny as much as anyone-but a whole basket full of sugar is something I've  try to avoid for my kids - there are many many great alternatives, one of my favorites is BOOKS! They last longer then candy and are so much better for your health ;)

This March, Sky Pony Press is pleased to announce 3 fun new picture books for kids! One or all would make a great addition to your little ones( ages 3-6) Easter basket. 

HYPNOSIS HARRY by Catherine Bailey and Sarita Rich is a wildly funny, sweetly silly look at the real meaning of the word “no.” Harry’s parents say no to everything! That is, until Harry learns about hypnosis. A fascinating adventure begins. Children will delight as little Harry answers the delicious question: What would you do if you could do anything?

HATTIE PECK by Emma Levey is a sweet and simple story about how to love all different kinds of people.

Poor Hattie Peck simply loves eggs, but she has only ever laid one—and it never hatched. Hattie embarks on a journey in search of all the abandoned eggs.

Readers will be encouraged to follow Hattie Peck’s example of be persistent and creative to make their dreams come true in unexpected ways.

MY SHADOW illustrated by Sara Sanchez is a sweet and charming retelling of Robert Louis Stevenson’s famous poem for children.Parents and teachers will love exposing children to one of the classic authors in children's literature through this simple and charming retelling.

These sweet stories are  guarantee they’ll have your little bunnies hopping for joy to read over and over again.

Check out the Summer Collection of @Kohls Cares Books & Plush GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK

I wan tot tell you about this SUPER PROGRAM Kohl's has run for 15 years. In that time has raised over  $274 million for kids health and education initiatives through the Kohl's Cares cause merchandise program, recognized more than 22,000 outstanding kids through the Kohl's Cares Scholarship Program. 

 You can give a baby shower or birthday gift that gives back with award-winning children’s books and plush toys from the Kohl’s Cares summer collection. The pieces are priced at just $5 each, with 100 percent of the net profit supporting children’s health and education initiatives nationwide.

The summer collection of Kohl’s Cares books and plush is available now through June 27 at Kohl’s Stores nationwide and online at Kohls.com and includes: 

• “A Sick Day for Amos McGee” book and Elephant plush
• “Bear Has a Story to Tell” book and Bear plush
• “and then it’s spring” book and Turtle plush
• “If You Want to See a Whale” book and Whale plush

The story's are sweet they have great pictures!

 The animals are so soft and cuddly...the set would make a great addition to any nursery. A super gift for the "TOOTH-FAIRY" to leave or stock up on a few and leave some at Grandma and Grandpa house so they can have a super snuggling  moment with the grand-babies.

Great Gift for Easter Baskets BESIDES Candy

With Easter fast approaching I thought I'd share a a great alternative to candy

BOOKS!! Here are a few new titles from Sky Pony Press

Gorillas in Our Midst is a humorous picture book for kids aged 3 to 6. It’s a great read aloud book for schools and at home. Sometimes you simply need a funny story to read together and this one, without any definitive message, will make story time a time of giggles for both adults and children!

 

Fans of Divergent, The Hunger Games, and The City of Ember will not be disappointed by The Loudness. This stunning, fast-paced, punk-rock dystopian middle grade novel will propel young readers into another world where superheroes emerge from the unlikeliest people.Henry and his new renegade friends are forced from the colorful streets and underground rock clubs of the Other Side to an overcrowded capital city on the verge of collapse. As Henry uncovers more about the conflicting forces that run his corner of the world, he realizes that not everyone is who they seem to be—himself included—and recognizes that his artificial heart may turn out to be more of a blessing than a curse.

 

Trouble in Zombie-town: The Mystery of Herobrine, An Unofficial Minecrafter’s Adventure  is the fourth book in the hugely popular Gameknight999 series but the first in the The History of Herobrine arc. While many favorite characters are back, they will be embarking on different exciting adventures and meeting brand new friends and foes.When one of his father’s inventions went haywire, Gameknight999 found himself sucked into and trapped in the world of Minecraft. After returning to the real world, Gameknight vowed to never return to Minecraft. But when his little sister, Monet113, accidently enters the game herself, he finds himself once again entering a digital world where real danger lies around every corner.

To buy these title you can follow the links or find them on Amazon mid April.

#HolidayGiftGuide CHILDREN'S BOOKS

Over the next few weeks I hope to help by sharing my list of holiday gift ideas for every man, woman, and child on your list (even the naughty ones).

I'm going to try and show a verity to include the most frugal and extravagant...I hope it helps you to get some inspiration for the people on your shopping list.

Some great companies have offered their products for giveaways as well so keep your eyes open for that...read all the reviews you never know what goodies maybe hiding in it for you!!!


Today I'd like to introduce some of the 2014 holiday books published by Regnery Kids: This Collection of Peanuts books take these lovable characters children know and  highlight some groups of people who had an  extraordinary  impact on America!!  Inventors, Explorers, and Champions of Change.

A bit about  each book

"Who Cares, Charlie Brown?" (ISBN: 978-1621572596) by Charles M. Schulz. This touching ode to some of the world’s great humanitarian heroes—including one forgotten hero who helped little kids!—will warm hearts and inspire.

"What's the Big Idea, Charlie Brown?" (ISBN: 978-1621572572) by Charles M. Schulz. Rediscover history’s great inventions—and learn about a very important inventor you've never even heard of before—in this fun and enlightening new Peanuts story. 

"Where Did You Go, Charlie Brown?" (ISBN: 978-162157-258-9) by Charles M. Schulz. Retrace the remarkable journeys of men and women who tread new ground—including one woman you've never heard of before—in this exciting new Peanuts adventure.



The books are market for children ages three and up...I like  the detail that is in each book that will capture the littlest readers attention as they grow  the activity page for your child to share their own adventures is wonderful! The stories are so intriguing that children will not even realize they are learning! It's a MUST have gift for every child.

They can bee found on  Amazon   or Barnes & Noble