More SavvyPicks: Best Geography Books and Toys

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The prospect of travel elicits so many questions in the preschooler mind. Any answers we give to our little ones' endless where, when, how far and how long questions are, however, invariably met with a puzzled face. And then more questions. Questions that really can't ... Read more >

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Parade Shakers

For ages 3-6 years

1. Decorate an empty paper towel roll by stapling several twelve-inch strips of crepe paper to each end of the roll. 2. Cut each strip into thirds, lengthwise, to make each strip into three narrow s...... View activities >

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Best books for ABCs

Max's ABCs

by Rosemary Wells

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If you are starting to glaze over with alphabet book ideas, this book definitely deserves a second look. Max's ABC follows a storyline (rather than stand-alone pages) to teach letters. The story revolves around Max's ants who have escaped from their ant farm and go forth to create all sorts of havoc... Read more >

Favorite Music toys

Band Set

by Melissa and Doug

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If you've ever come home from a toddler music class and wanted to continue the fun at home, here is your easy answer. This collection of well-made instruments includes a recorder, kazoo, harmonica, jingle stick, xylophone, and castanets - in short, everything a preschooler needs to begin experiment... Read more >