Today’s go-go, info-overload, techno-packed world is a much different place to grow up in than the world of just a decade or two ago, and many teens are feeling more stressed out than ever. Here are some engaging books filled with practical advice and solutions for teens who are dealing with stress, anxiety and panic. … Read more
If you’ve got kids who love animals, birds, bugs and nature, you’ve come on a great day! Right now (as of 10/20/15) he entire catalog of terrific ORF Universum nature documentaries is included in the Amazon Prime Instant Video catalog, which means all of these great films are currently FREE for Amazon Prime members to … Read more
These classic Nicktoons aren’t just for kids, plenty of adults have fond memories of watching them alongside their now-grown children back in the day, and they include plenty of pop culture references intended to sail right over the little ones’ heads to hit the adults’ funny bones! Descriptions provided below are from IMDB.com. Angry Beavers … Read more
The Graphic Myths and Legends series of comic books retell ancient sagas of heroes, gods and monsters in the form of exciting, accessible comic books kids aged 9 and up will love. There series includes such titles as: Theseus: Battling the Minotaur (4.5/5 stars, currently priced at $8.45) Raised by his mother and tutor, young … Read more
Kids aged 8 and up who love fantasy-adventure and anime will love the bestselling and highly-rated Amulet series of graphic novels. “Anchored by dazzlingly lush art and a complex, character-laden plot, Kibuishi’s Amulet series remains a must-have for all elementary- and middle-school graphic-novel collections.” – Booklist The series includes: Amulet #1: The Stonekeeper (4.5/5 stars, … Read more
Right now (as of 10/7/15) the first two books in Ransom Riggs’ bestselling Miss Peregrine’s Peculiar Children trilogy are on sale for just $3.99 each! From Amazon: Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children (4.5/5 stars, currently priced at $3.99) A mysterious island. An abandoned orphanage. A strange collection of very curious photographs. It all waits … Read more
The days are getting shorter and chillier, and kids’ thoughts now turn toward ghosts, witches and monsters! Here are some bestselling, award-winning literary classics that have stood the test of time and are perfectly suited for tweens’ autumn reading. Something Wicked This Way Comes (4/5 stars, currently priced at $7.99) Few American novels written this … Read more
Amazon may have discontinued its Free App of the Day program, but there are still plenty of great free apps available. Today we feature 7 Little Words (4.5/5 stars, guidance suggested). If you enjoy crossword puzzles, word finds, and anagram games, you’re going to love 7 Little Words! Each bite-size puzzle consists of 7 clues, … Read more