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Natural Wooden Toys
by Erin Freuchtel-Dearing
75 easy-to-make and kid-safe designs to inspire imaginations & creative
play

Make your own beautiful,
safe, colorful, wooden toys in more than 75 designs to delight and feed
imaginations. A great book for making beautiful, imaginative toys, no
experience required!
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NEW!
Personalized
My Very Own Pirate Tale Book


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Personalized
Fairy Tale Book
(Hardcover)
by Maia Haag, illustrated by Joyce Patti

My Very Own Fairy Tale is a
unique, beautifully illustrated hardcover storybook that uses the letters
of a child's first, middle and last names to create a personalized fairy
tale story. The
story will transport your favorite little girl into a magical garden where flower and berry fairies crown her as their fairy princess.
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Personalized
My Very Own Book
(Hardcover)
by Maia Haag

My Very Own
Name is a
unique, beautifully illustrated hardcover storybook that uses the letters
of a child's first, middle and last names to create a personalized story, helping children learn to recognize letters and spell their names.
Animals bring letters one by one to create the child's first and last names in rhyme.
At the end, the animals celebrate because they've created the perfect name.
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Nick
Drake - Pink Moon (CD)

We can't explain how or why this is, but
the song "Pink Moon" (and most of the other songs) on Nick Drake's
Pink Moon CD has worked like a charm to help all of our babies to
stop crying, almost instantly. We keep one Pink Moon CD in
our car, and one in our home. On car trips if our baby is crying
and nothing else has consoled baby, we put "Pink Moon" on and for us it
has worked like a charm. We wanted to share this in case you have a baby
who is prone to bouts of crying. We have found "Pink Moon" to be much
more lovely than the sound of a hair dryer, and it worked better than
many of the "stop your baby from crying" CDs in our experience. (We
"discovered" the song "Pink Moon" years ago when it was featured on a VW
convertible Cabrio commercial; the VW was driving along a winding road
surrounded by woods on a moonlit night, top down, to the music of "Pink
Moon" . . . When we bought the CD we had no idea that in the future it
would be an instant baby pacifier ... bonus!)
Click for
Pink Moon CD on Amazon.com
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The
Story of the Snow Children
(Hardcover)

Little Poppy gazes out of the window at the snow when, all of a sudden, she sees that the snowflakes are really little Snow Children dancing and whirling in the garden.
A lovely Winter story with beautiful illustrations. Hardcover.
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The
Tomten
by Astrid Lindgren, illustrated by Harald Wiberg

In Swedish myth a Tomten is an elfin
creature/troll who cares for the farms and its inhabitants at night.
Astrid Lindgren and Harald Wiberg together paint a mesmerizing tale about
the Tomten and his watch duties. Hardcover.
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The
Tomten and the Fox
by Astrid Lindgren, illustrated by Harald Wiberg

The Tomten saves the chickens
from Reynard the fox and offers his own porridge to feed the hungry fox so
that all ends well for the animals on this winter night. The enduring story and lovely
illustrations make this a book to be enjoyed for
generations! Hardcover with beautiful color illustrations.
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Felt
Wee Folk
by Salley Mavor

Salley Mavor's charming, bendable Wee
Folk fairies and dolls are so charming and inspiring. This
wonderful book teaches you how to make your own tiny fairy dolls and
figures and accessories by hand, using wool felt, chenille stems, and
simple embellishments. (The book includes step-by-step instructions for
making fairy dolls and other figures, including a pirate, a mermaid,
little nut cap children, and many more!) Both children and adults
love these beautiful tiny dolls, and they make lovely, hand-crafted
gifts from the heart. Paperback.
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Wool
Pets Kits - Everything you need to make your own needle felted
animals!
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The
Christmas Owls (Hardcover)
story by Judy West, illustrated by Gerda Westerink

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A sweet Christmas story for
children ages 5 - 8 (but younger children also will love the story and
illustrations!) "Owl Feather and Owl Soft are puzzled when their quiet church is invaded by men bringing wood and tools. What are they building, and why do all the people suddenly arrive at midnight?"
A timeless introduction to the Christmas story through the eyes of two
wise owls. Hardcover.
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The Root Children
(Hardcover)
by Sibylle Von
Olfers

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The root children sleep
underground all winter until Mother Earth awakens them, and they get to
work sewing pretty new clothes for Spring. The tiny flower
children parade and frolic above earth as the seasons pass until Mother
Earth beckons them back below ground for winter. A beautifully
illustrated, classic story to be cherished for generations.
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The
Princess in the Forest
(Hardcover)
by
Sibylle Von Olfers

This
charming and beautifully illustrated book describes the day in the life
of the Princess who lives in a castle in the forest. The nature
folk of the forest are her friends and companions, and her day begins
when the dew maids come to help her wash and dress. She has
"honey and jelly and fruits of the forest" for breakfast,
attends school, plays with her woodland friends, and when it is time to
go home, the "star folk" light her way home to the
castle. A truly delightful book with wonderful pictures for
children ages 3-7 (adults will be enchanted too!) Hardcover.
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Magic
Wool
by Dagmar Schmidt and Freya Jaffka

Activities with colorful, unspun sheep's wool offer a wide range of creative possibilities that will stimulate the creative imaginations of children and adults alike. Dagmar Schmidt and Freya Jaffke combine their craft and teaching talents and experience to show how to create beautiful figures and animals using a variety of techniques.
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Heaven
on Earth - A Handbook for Parents of Young Children

In this wonderful book, Sharifa Oppenheimer guides parents of young
children on how to establish the life rhythms that lay the foundation for all learning; how to design indoor play environments that allow children the broadest skills development; and how to create backyard play spaces that encourage vigorous movement and a wide sensory palette. Through art, storytelling, and the festival celebrations, this book is a guide to building a “family culture” based on the guiding principle of
love, a culture that supports children and allows the free development of each unique soul.
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The Adventures of Woody,
Hazel and Little Pip
(Hardcover)
by Elsa Beskow

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This is one of our children's all-time FAVORITE books. The story
is wonderful, and the illustrations are gorgeous. Little
children love to hear this story and look at the pictures again and
again! Woody and Little Pip Acorn have an unexpected adventure
when they take a ride on an oak leaf. Mr. Squirrel and Hazel
Hazelnut go searching for them and meet gnomes, trolls, a salamander and
other woodland creatures along the way. A wonderful, fun story
with beautiful illustrations that draw children in. Hardcover.
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HABA Come With
Us Magnetic Book
Learn About Colors with the adorable Wooden Magnetic Bunny
by HABA Toys

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A
Fun Magnetic Board Book for Learning Colors!
This
charming board book is a story book that also helps children to learn
about colors. The included magnetic wooden bunny leads the child through
the story, and when the child places the bunny on the correct color, the
magnetic bunny will stick to that spot on the page. (When you're
done reading the book, just place the wooden bunny back in place and it
attaches magnetically to the book cover.) Ages
2 1/2 +.
$14.95 $9.95
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Fleece
Dog - A little bit of magic created with raw wool and a special
needle

Learn how to make these adorable
palm-sized (doll-house size) wool fleece dogs in twenty popular breeds, from Bulldogs to Terriers, Poodles to
Pomeranians. These little dogs are easy to make when you follow
the book's illustrated step-by-step instructions, customized for each
breed of dog. Using a simple felting needle and easy-to-find wool roving,
just push and poke the fibers and transform them into a darling little pup.
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See our complete collection of
Felted
Wool Fleece Dog Kits - Many different breeds available.
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Children
of the Forest
(Hardcover)
by Elsa Beskow

This
story follows the seasonal adventures of the
children of the forest, who live deep in the roots of an old pine tree.
Hardcover.
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Peter
in Blueberry Land
(Hardcover) -
11.75 x 9.5
in.
by Elsa Beskow

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Peter
is looking for blueberries for his mother’s birthday but he can’t
find a single one. Suddenly he feels a light tap on his shoe, and a
strange and magical adventure begins. Hardcover.
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Painting
with Children
by Brunhild Muller

A vital factor in every child’s development is the stimulation of active imagination and creativity. This book presents ideas that encourage self-expression through the medium of watercolors.
Fundamental and practical, this book is based on Goethe’s color theory, showing that painting with children is more than merely a form of self-expression—Brunhild Müller encourages the reader to understand children’s fantasies and inner being through their artworks.
This book covers preparation, color stories and poems, and painting the moods of nature and seasons of the year. Paper
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The
Birthday Book
- Celebrations for Everyone
by Ann Druitt, Christine Fynes-Clinton, and
Marije Rowling

This complete resource
includes ideas for birthday celebrations from age one to 100+, ideas for
invitations, games, prizes and food, party suggestions for teenagers, 18 to 21 year-olds, twins, and small
children, unique celebrations for those on holiday, ill, Christmas birthdays, and rainy
days, and ideas from birthday traditions from around the world. A
wonderful reference for happy, warm, sincere birthday celebrations to be
remembered and cherished for a lifetime!
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In the
Land of Elves
(Hardcover)
by Daniela Drescher

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This
lovely book is filled with full-spread watercolor illustrations that reveal the secret world of the elves and their animal companions among the trees, roots, and fields. We see them at work and play through the seasons.
The illustrations are lush and beautiful, and children and adults will
want to linger over each page as each season unfolds. Hardcover.
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In the
Land of Fairies
(Hardcover)
by Daniela Drescher

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Where do fairies dwell?
How do they talk to flowers and animals? In this delightful picture book for children, atmospheric illustrations reveal the secret life of fairies and nature spirits. Their magic world, hidden within nature, is a constantly changing tableau, and as we follow them through the seasons we discover how they work and play.
The enchanting, detailed pictures will appeal to both young and old. Hardcover.
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In the
Land of Merfolk (Hardcover)
by Daniela Drescher

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In the delightful style of her other two books,
In the Land of Fairies and In the Land of Elves, Daniela Drescher's evocative full-spread watercolor illustrations reveal the secret, watery world of the merfolk among the lilypads, reeds, and rushes.
Discover the magical world of the mermaids, merfolk and their friends as
the seasons unfold. Hardcover.
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The
Waldorf Kindergarten Snack Book

This wonderful book is a compendium of information, recipes, and anecdotes from Waldorf kindergarten teacher Lisa
Hildreth; a great resource for teachers, parents, and anyone who cares for young children.
Create soups, breads, and fruit dishes with children, while learning and teaching them how various foods affect us and how to use healthy ingredients to make delicious and nutritious snacks.
Whimsically and joyously illustrated by
Waldorf kindergarten teacher Jo Valens. Spiral bound paperback
(convenient spiral bound format allows recipes to lay flat as you work). 7 x 10 inches.
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A Great Day at
the Beach
by HABA Toys

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A Story Board Book,
Puzzle, and Game in One!
This fun book is also a puzzle and a game, and all of the wooden pieces
(puzzle pieces, figures and dice) are contained within the book for easy
storage. On each page of the story book there is a part of the
puzzle to be completed, or you can take each puzzle section out of the
book and complete an entire castle puzzle with each of the
interconnection sections. What fun for a rainy day, travel, or
every day play. The book also includes 3 wooden game piece figures
and die with board game instructions for an accompanying castle game.
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A Great
Day with the Pirates
by HABA Toys

A Story Board Book,
Puzzle, and Game in One!
This
fun book is also a puzzle and a game, and all of the wooden pieces
(puzzle pieces, figures and dice) are contained within the book for easy
storage. On each page of the story book there is a part of the
puzzle to be completed, or you can take each puzzle section out of the
book and complete an entire castle puzzle with each of the
interconnection sections. What fun for a rainy day, travel, or
every day play. The book also includes 3 wooden game
piece figures and die with board game instructions for an accompanying
castle game.
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Emma Goes for a
Horseback Ride
by HABA Toys
 
A
Story Board Book, Puzzle, and Game in One!
This
fun story book also includes a puzzle and a game, and all of the pieces
(puzzle pieces, wooden figure and die) are contained within the book
for easy storage. The book features 5 puzzles along with the story
and game. Fun for a beach vacation, travel, or
every day play. Ages
2 1/2 +.
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HABA
Max and Mia Above the Clouds
Story Book, Puzzles, and Game in one!

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A Pet for Laura
by HABA Toys
 
A
Story Board Book, Puzzle, and Game in One!
This
fun story book also includes a puzzle and a game, and all of the pieces
(puzzle pieces, wooden figure and die) are contained within the book
for easy storage. The book features 5 puzzles along with the story
and game. Fun for a beach vacation, travel, or
every day play. Ages
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Illustory BOOK Kit
Write and Illustrate your Own Book!

$21.95 $21.95
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