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The
Adding Wisdom Award
Holiday Gift Guide
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Happy New Year! Here is the ANNUAL Parent to Parent Adding Wisdom Award Holiday Gift Guide for 2007! These winners were chosen from a long list of submissions because they are exceptional in some way and will bring joy to you, your family or other special people in your life, or perhaps teach you something valuable applicable to your current situation.
This is our SEVENTH annual Holiday Gift Guide and we are quite pleased at the select few whom have garnished a spot in this very special area.
You may be able to find a little something for everyone in your family. Others will be added in our updated second edition -- so check back!
NOTE: To be fair to all winners, the 2007 BEST OF THE YEAR AWARD CATEGORIES and the TOP 50, 20 and 10 will be posted in the THIRD ANNUAL LAST MINUTE SHOPPING HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE! Please check back.
Thank you for your time, patience, continued support and awesome feedback on our award program and helpfulness/courtesy of our team members!
~ THE PARENT TO PARENT ADDING WISDOM AWARD SUPPORT TEAM
You're welcome to visit our other winners here!
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Health Fitness for Family
Sparka - Sparka is a great drink for the whole family, because it is also so uniquely healthful for children. Our bones are developing when we are in childhood, so encouraging kids to drink healthful Sparka—instead of sugary sodas or nutritionally bankrupt "diet" beverages—is very important.
Kids LOVE the clean, refreshing taste of Sparka, and parents can feel confident about letting their children indulge—safe in the knowledge that Sparka is pure and healthful. See http://www.sparkaonline.com for more details.
Headlineit -- Active The HEADLINE IT! product is a thin, disposable liner made from high tech wick wear designed to absorb moisture and perspiration that would otherwise saturate a hat, wig, helmet, or headwear. It creates a comfortable barrier between one's head and a potentially itchy hat, wig, helmet or any headwear. It's the perfect solution for anyone who is active, including baseball, basketball, football and hockey players, as well as, any other sport activity or professional career, (firefighters, rescue workers, SWAT, ARMY, NAVY, AIR FORCE, MARINES, etc). Created and invented by Jodi A. Pliszka, M.S., who was a finalist on the reality show, American Inventor. Her story is amazing! See http://www.headlineit.net for more details.
Household / Cleaning Supplies
The Sonic Scrubber
The SonicScrubber® is a lightweight, portable, high powered cleaning tool designed to scrub in corners, grooves, nooks and crannies. Throw away those old toothbrushes and scouring pads!
Movies & Videos
Enchanting Christmas Stories - BookBox makes learning fun. Conceived by child literacy expert Dr. Brij Kothari and his team, at Stanford University, BookBox Stories entertain children and improve their reading skills at the same time. Using scientifically tested SLS (same language subtitling), children will improve their listening comprehension, reading skills and foreign language skills by watching these enchanting stories about Christmas and the holiday spirit. Buy it on Amazon!
Stories From Around The World - Conceived by child literacy expert Dr. Brij Kothari and his team, at Stanford University, BookBox Stories is a new DVD series that will entertain children and improve their reading skills at the same time. Using scientifically tested SLS (same language subtitling), children will improve their listening comprehension, reading skills and foreign language skills by watching these fascinating 'Stories from Around the World' that bring cultural and educational values to children. Buy it on Amazon!
Phonics 4 Babies - Where Little Minds Grow Big! Join Mallory Lewis – Emmy Award® winning performer and daughter of the legendary Shari Lewis (Lamb Chop) as she introduces your child to the first 300 key words and phrases which will be a springboard for all speech.
Your child will have fun with Giggles and the rest of the Tummy Tots in a magical world full of playful puppets, sing-along songs and phonics fun as they learn new words including “Hello”, “Goodbye”, “Please” and “Thank You”.
Early Communication Development: • Helps address children’s needs at an earlier age • Can enhance family bonding • Can become the basis of social and emotional well-being
Developed in association with prominent clinical advisors from UCLA, speech pathologists and child educators, “Phonics 4 Babies” is designed specifically to engage babies and toddlers in early speech skills. It’s unique blend of music and entertainment will introduce your child to vowel and consonant formation, letter and shape identification, counting games, basic manners and more that will unlock their imagination like never before.
See Phonics4Babies.com for more details. Buy it at Amazon.
Go Potty Go For many children, potty training may be strange and even scary endeavor. As a parent, your role is to create a comfortable and encouraging atmosphere and to provide your child with the necessary materials for success.
Viewed repeatedly, Go Potty Go can be an important learning tool in helping your child achieve this important developmental milestone. Go Potty Go is a fun and entertaining learning program designed to tastefully and gently introduce potty training.
Visit: www.bigkidsvideo.com
www.BrainyBaby.com For Ages: 9 months +
The World Around Us is an introduction to the Baby IQ range of products with music performed by the London Symphony Orchestra, and produced in association with the National Literacy Trust's "Talk To Your Baby" campaign. The World Around Us introduces colors, animals, counting, seasons, movement, shapes and patterns in an inspiring, entertaining and educational manner. Visit: www.BrainyBaby.com
My Bed Bugs is a childrens television series aired on over 90 stations in the U.SA. The series has received the National Parenting Seal of approval, 13 Emmy Awards, and 12 Telly Awards. My Bedbugs has consistently drawn extremely high ratings gaining recognizability as a brand. My Bedbugs delivers an enjoyable collection of songs and playful adventures for young viewers. This series, developed with the assistance of a group of educators and educational consultants, is designed to strengthen developmental skills for two-to six-year olds. Visit: www.MyBedBugs.com
Music / Audio Programs
iDog Spider-Man 3 SPI-DOG - Black
- Keep the music playing with this portable pooch that's webbed out and plays back music through its built-in speaker or your headphones
- SPI-DOG entertains you with electronic lights, movements and sounds based on the music you play
- When it's not fighting crime, this heroic webbed wonder digs your music—rock, punk, rap, hip-hop, dance, techno and more
- Its mood and personality change, depending on your music and how often you play with it
- Requires 2 AA batteries (not included) for ages 8 yrs. and up; includes dual-plug cable
- Batteries Required (Sold Separately)
AVAILABLE AT TARGET
Hasbro iDog Pink
- A toy pooch that responds to the mood of the music
- Moves and grooves to the beat while flashing LED lights change color
- Compatible with most portable and non-portable music players
- Includes dual connector cable
- For ages 8 yrs. and up
- Batteries Required (Sold Separately)
AVAILABLE AT TARGET
Phonics 4 Babies - Where Little Minds Grow Big! Join Mallory Lewis – Emmy Award® winning performer and daughter of the legendary Shari Lewis (Lamb Chop) as she introduces your child to the first 300 key words and phrases which will be a springboard for all speech.
Your child will have fun with Giggles and the rest of the Tummy Tots in a magical world full of playful puppets, sing-along songs and phonics fun as they learn new words including “Hello”, “Goodbye”, “Please” and “Thank You”.
Early Communication Development: • Helps address children’s needs at an earlier age • Can enhance family bonding • Can become the basis of social and emotional well-being
Developed in association with prominent clinical advisors from UCLA, speech pathologists and child educators, “Phonics 4 Babies” is designed specifically to engage babies and toddlers in early speech skills. It’s unique blend of music and entertainment will introduce your child to vowel and consonant formation, letter and shape identification, counting games, basic manners and more that will unlock their imagination like never before.
See Phonics4Babies.com for more details. Buy it at Amazon.
FAIRY TALES, Music from the ballet Hans Christian Andersen - New classic orchestral ballet music for listening or background for creative storytelling, by Jeffrey Fisher. Three delightfully dramatic classical compositions take you on a musical tour of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved tales: “The Red Shoes,” “Inchellina” and “The Little Mermaid.” Buy it from Amazon!
Kids' Favorite Country Songs - Howdy, partners! Join Elmo and his cousin Elmer in a Rootin’ Tootin’ Hootin’ Hollerin’ Country Jamboree! This DVD is packed with boot-stompin’ original songs plus many old favorites, familiar faces from Sesame Street, and some new friends too! This favorite includes several celebrity country stars as special guests, including: Garth Brooks, Lee Ann Womack, John Mceuen (Nitty Gritty Dirt Band), John Popper (Blues Traveler), Allison Krauss and Johnny Cash! Buy it from Amazon!
Some Hearts by Carrie Underwood - Buy it from Amazon.
Take a Chance on Something Beautiful, by Chris Sligh - Buy it from Amazon.
Little Adventurers DVD with CD Soundtrack - With this second addition to the Little Playdates series, your child will join over 130 new friends on adventure-filled playdates as they experience kindness, sharing and friendship during visits to museums, floral gardens, a fire truck and more. All set to an upbeat soundtrack that will really get your child moving! See http://www.littleplaydates.com for ordering and additional information.
Voy Baby: Discovering Colors
Latin music soundtracks this fun yet educational program for both Spanish- and English-speaking children.
Mr. Stinky Feet's Road Trip
With his soothing voice, an acoustic guitar and a box full of instruments from all over the world, Jim Cosgrove has entertained tens of thousands of kids throughout the U.S. and Europe. His playful songs, with humor that appeals to both children and their parents, have earned him and his band, The Hiccups, two national Parents Choice Awards and a performance at the White House Easter Egg Roll. Now Cosgrove makes his major label debut with an album about traveling with family, Mr. Stinky Feet's Road Trip.
What A Way To Play
Debi Derryberry (also the voice of Jimmy Neutron) brings new energy to children's favorites and her original songs with this fun and eclectic blend of blues, boogie-woogie, country, jazz, campfire and lullaby.
Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Islands of Maui & Molokai
Inspiring family exploration and togetherness, the Telly Award-winning Travel With Kids Hawaii series, offers a look at the history and culture in Hawaii as well as the family attractions and activities that make Hawaii such a popular tourist destination. In Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Islands of Maui & Molokai, join the Roberts family as they learn of Polynesian voyages and Lahiana’s whaling past, explore Maui’s incredible vistas and old Hawaiian towns on the Road to Hana and Ka’anapali Beach, and check out the underwater scene at Maui Ocean Center and a snorkeling cruise to Lanai. Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Islands of Maui & Molokai shows more than just the best beaches and attractions to visit with your family, but demonstrates how to make your trip educational and addresses the challenges of traveling with kids. In addition to experiencing Maui and Molokai through the eyes of the Roberts family, viewers of all ages will learn about the area’s history, culture and nature in an innovative, educational format with music, pop-up facts and fun segments filled with waterfalls, underwater adventures and coconut postcards. The DVD includes bonus features on family friendly accommodation, inter-island transportation and practical tips on subjects like packing, kid-friendly travel products and medical issues. Plus, pre-trip activities like recipes, language and crafts to get the family excited for the upcoming adventure or for an armchair visit from home. Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Islands of Maui and Molokai features: Lahaina, Road to Hana, Ka’anapali, Maui Ocean Center, Sugar Cane Train, Halawa Valley, Kalaupapa Peninsula, Purdy’s Macadamia Nut Farm and more. Feature Length: 50 min.
Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Island of Kauai
The Travel With Kids Hawaii series takes viewers on an exciting journey through the islands' history and culture and covers family-friendly attractions and activities. In Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Island of Kauai, join the Roberts family as they explore the rugged Napali Coast and beautiful Waimea Canyon, discover Kauai's history and culture on a boat ride up the Wailua River and at a sunset luau, and check out life below the waves on Kauai's north shore. Travel With Kids Hawaii does more than just show you the best family attractions; it offers parental tips for traveling with kids and demonstartes how to turn your trip into an educational voyage for the whole family. Bonus Features on the DVD include: Trip Planner with Expanded Information on family-friendly accommodation, activities and transportation; Practical Tips on what to pack and traveling; Hawaii at Home, a section with recipes, language lessons and crafts to get the whole family excited about the trip or to take an excellent armcahir journey from home. Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Island of Kauai features: Napali Coast, Waimea Canyon, Wailua River, Fern Grotto, Hanalei, Kapaa, Poipu Beach, Kee Beach and more.
Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Island of Oahu
Created to inspire families to explore new places and cultures together, the Telly Award-winning Travel With Kids Hawaii series, offers a look at the history and culture in Hawaii as well as the family attractions and activities that make Hawaii such a popular tourist destination. In this title, join the Roberts family as they journey through Oahu exploring Honolulu and Waikiki, learning old Polynesian tales and discovering the array of cultures that has formed modern Hawaii and seeking out exciting activities and off-the-beaten path locales. Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Island of Oahu shows more than just the best beaches and attractions to visit with your family, but demonstrates how to make your trip educational and addresses the challenges of traveling with kids. In addition to experiencing Oahu through the eyes of the Roberts family, viewers of all ages will learn about the island's history at Pearl Harbor and Bishop Museum in Honolulu, culture and nature in an innovative, educational format with music, pop-up facts and fun segments filled with fire dancers, turtles and volcanoes. The DVD includes bonus features on family friendly accommodation, inter-island transportation and practical tips on subjects like packing, kid-friendly travel products and medical issues. Plus, pre-trip activities like recipes, language and crafts to get the family excited for the upcoming adventure or for an armchair visit from home. Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Island of Oahu features: Honolulu, Waikiki Beach, Waikiki Aquarium, International Marketplace, Chinatown, Bishop Museum, Pearl Harbor, Haleiwa, Polynesian Cultural Center, Sea Life Park and more. Feature Length: 40 min.
Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Big Island
The Travel With Kids Hawaii series presents the history and culture of the islands in an innovative, exciting format that makes great entertainment for the whole family. In Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Big Island, join the Roberts family as they learn of the sometimes tumultuous history at the City of Refuge, explore the dramatic landscapes and learn how the islands were formed at Volcanoes National Park and discover the art of paniolo (Hawaiian cowboy) at Parker Ranch. Travel With Kids Hawaii does more that just show you the best family attractions on the Big Island. It also offers practical parental tips for traveling with children and demosntrates how to turn your trip into an educational voyage for the whole family. Bonus Features on the DVD include: Trip Planner with Expanded Information on family-friendly accommodation, activities and transportation; Parental Tips on subjects like packing and medical help abroad; Hawaii at Home, a section with recipes, language lessons and crafts to get your family ready for the trip or to take an armchair journey from home. Travel With Kids Hawaii: The Big Island features: Volcanoes National Park, City of Refuge, Hilo, Kona, Kohala Coast, Panaewa Rainforest Zoo, Waipio Valley, Parker Ranch and more.
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