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Dog Man: the Musical Is A Pawsitively Fun Show For The Whole Family

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If you have elementary school-aged children, then you probably know all about Dog Man. The books, written by Dave Pilkey, are about the half dog, half man superhero who protects the city from all kinds of crazy shenanigans. But now the book has come to life (literally) in Dog Man: the Musical, a show that is dog-gone hilarious. [...]

The Hoglet Fidget Mouse Can Help Keep Kids Focused While Learning

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There’s no denying the popularity of fidget toys. Used to improve concentration, boost focus, and decrease stress, fidget toys are fine to use — unless you’re a kid who’s in the middle of class and need to type or take notes. Enter the Hoglet, a mouse and fidget toy in one that can help children with learning differences succeed in school — and life.[...]

Old School Kids Beats by Jenni Pulos Will Have You Flipping Out

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Jenni Pulos flexes her rap skills--and her funny bone--with her first CD, Old School Kids Beats. The mom-to-be and star of Bravo's Flipping Out and Interior Therapy has created a cute hip hop album for the pre-school set that parents will like too. Each song represents a daily part of kids' lives, like "Take Your Vitamins," "Brush Your Teeth," and "No Fi[...]

Your Kids Will Totally Love Tub Time When You Use The Mr. Bubbles Ultimate Pack of Bath Time Fun

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Spending some time alone soaking in the tub can sound pretty amazing for busy parents. But if your child balks at having to take a bath, you’re going to need something else to entice them into the tub. And because no one can be bored when there are a bazillion bubbles in the tub, you’ll want to have the Mr. Bubbles Ultimate Pack of Bath Time Fun in your ba[...]

The "Life After Tomorrow" Documentary Shows The Often Unseen Side Of The Movie Annie

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For the little girls who landed roles in the stage and film versions of Annie, it was a dream come true. Or so it seemed. The documentary, “Life After Tomorrow”, is an eye-opening look at what happened to some the child actresses when Tomorrow came. Including interviews with many of the orphans from the Broadway casts, National Tours, and the 1982 motion[...]

Brooklyn Story Is A Love Letter To The Beloved NYC Borough

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Whether you’re from Brooklyn or Bayonne, you mustmustmust read Suzanne Corso’s debut novel, Brooklyn Story. Set in the mean streets of Bensonhurst in the late 70’s, Brooklyn Story tells the tale of young Italian/Jewish Samantha Bonti, an aspiring writer with dreams of crossing the Brooklyn Bridge into Manhattan. She lives with her mother, Joan (who has m[...]

Rena Strober’s Album Imagine That! Strikes All The Right Musical (And Nostalgic) Notes

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Taking classic songs (especially those from one’s childhood) and reimagining them is no easy task for a singer. And in some cases, it can leave the listener feeling a little, well, let down. But that’s not the case with Imagine That! The Sesame Street Music of Joe Raposo and Jeff Moss. Rena Strober, an award-winning Broadway, film, and television actor h[...]

Smart Songs for Active Children – Vincent Nunes

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Help your child get the silly jiggly wigglies out with the CD Smart Songs for Active Children. Created by Vincent Nunes, the 16-track CD has fun songs that kids can dance and jam to. The lyrics are clearly sung so kids can truly understand what each song means. “Count by Three” has a sexy samba sound, and “Mr. Murphy’s Most Amazing Super Savings Stor[...]

Up To Something Good – Sunshine Collective

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Be prepared to dance with your diapered little one with Up To Something Good. The irrepressibly happy second full-length release from Sunshine Collective, the CD is full of fun, happy tunes. With lyrics like, “Dreams come true… I love you,” “I Love You” is a sweet serenade for your baby. “Love is the Way” is another precious song, and singer/songwriter S[...]

Organizing for Dummies Is The Makeover Your Life Needs

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If your in-box is overflowing and you can’t remember the last time you actually saw your child’s bedroom floor, it might be time for you to read Organizing for Dummies (Wiley Publishing, Inc., $21.99) Structured in a very, ahem, organized manner, author Eileen Roth will help you redesign your home, your office, and your life with her crucial tips. And if y[...]

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