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Alternatives to TV Handbook
Alternatives to TV Handbook
Author: Marie McClendon
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 8/29/2010
Helpful Score: 1


This is a handbook in the truest sense: the author assumes that you already know all the reasons to wean your kids, or prevent them altogether, from TV, and just goes right to the ideas of how to do it. There's a section of recommendations for every age group (toddler, preschool, school age, and older kids) and other sections like how to make dinner without turning on the television. Overall, it's a decent book, easy to use - you can flip right to the section of ideas for your child's age and tell them what to do, or do something with them. There are about as many independent activities as as there are parent-involved activities. If what you're looking for is a way to get your kids off TV, this is a great choice. If you're trying to decide whether or not to TRY to get your kids off TV lol or trying to convince your partner that you need to get your kids off TV, there are better books out there (The Plug-In Drug; Amusing Ourselves to Death.)


The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon
The Girl Who Loved Tom Gordon
Author: Stephen King
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 3.5/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/19/2006
Helpful Score: 2


very compelling ... a quick and entertaining read


Misery
Misery
Author: Stephen King
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 4/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/19/2006
Helpful Score: 1


A SK standard - sets the suspense bar high!


The Naturally Healthy Pregnancy: The Essential Guide to Nutritional and Botanical Medicine for the Childbearing Years
Review Date: 8/25/2006


I referred to this book ALL the time, during both of my pregnancies. One of the most helpful references I've seen!


The Pregnancy Book: Month-by-Month, Everything You Need to Know From America's Baby Experts
Review Date: 8/25/2006
Helpful Score: 4


As always, the Sears' books are great!


Sarah Ban Breathnach's Mrs. Sharp's Traditions: Reviving Victorian Family Celebrations Of Comfort  Joy
Review Date: 8/29/2010
Helpful Score: 1


One of my all time favorite books - has lead to lots of daydreaming about outings and activities we could do as a family. Might be harder to implement with older kids who would think your just being old-fashioned, but younger kids will LOVE this stuff!


Step-By-Step Yoga For Pregnancy : Essential Exercises for the Childbearing Year
Review Date: 8/25/2006


I loved this book and used it throughout both of my pregnancies. It mostly contains asanas and not a whole lot of the spiritual aspect of yoga, although there is some, I highly recommend it!


The Talisman
The Talisman
Author: Stephen King, Peter Straub
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.1/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/19/2006
Helpful Score: 1


I've read this so many times I almost have it memorized. One of my absolute favorites!


The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth
The Thinking Woman's Guide to a Better Birth
Author: Henci Goer, Rhonda Wheeler
Book Type: Paperback
  • Currently 4.5/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 8/25/2006
Helpful Score: 2


Another must read for preggo mamas, especially if it's your first pregnancy. Very eye opening and informative!


The Tommyknockers
The Tommyknockers
Author: Stephen King
Book Type: Mass Market Paperback
  • Currently 3.7/5 Stars.
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Review Date: 10/19/2006
Helpful Score: 1


One of the first SK novels I read - definitely made me want more!


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