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Best Children's Interactive Adventures

The Monster at the End of This Book
Generations will recall their first time reading along as lovable, furry old Grover begs the reader not to turn the page . Jon Stone was the first head writer for Sesame Street , and was one of the show's principal directors and producers for more than 24 years.
Reviews
"My daughter loves it almost just as much as I did, but since the introduction of Elmo to the Sesame Street gang, I think she loves the sequel "Another Monster at the End of This Book" even more."
"I had this book as a child."
"I bought this as a gift for the four yr. old child of a dear friend after hearing Jimmy Kimmel mention it on Fresh Air."
"Fun to read and fun for kids to listen to - especially if they're a fan of Grover and Sesame Street!"
"This book is a timeless classic and my kids love it."
"One of my favorite childhood books, now terrorizing my grandbabies LOL... it's great fun if you're uber-animated about reading it & they'll scream with glee ;)."
"I’m almost forty now so I love to see things that remind me of my childhood that I can pass on."
"We have the interactive Kindle version on the kids Fire and I knew we had to purchase the hardback edition for their library!"
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Tickle Monster Laughter Kit
The book comes with magical blue Tickle Monster mitts, with holes in the fingertips to make it easy for parents to instantly transform themselves into Tickle Monster and turn pages while tickling. " Tickle Monster is a whimsical story that will allow you to read, tickle and laugh all at the same time--together with a child you love! this lovable blue monster is out to tickle any child within reach...and stir up a monster load of fun." Tickle Monster has won the Publisher's Choice Award from the Family Magazine Group, celebrating the best in family products and programs.
Reviews
"Whether it is only her and I or my husband and older daughter join in we have a great time giving her tickles every time the word tickle is read aloud."
"(He's not easy to impress for a 4 year old lol) Much to my surprise, he opened up the adorable box it comes in and his eyes lit up as he put on the tickle monster mitts and immediately asked me to read the book to him (twice and then tried to get me to read it to his dad because he thought it was the funniest book ever) all while he still had at least 15 big toys waiting to be unwrapped."
"Her mother read it to her Christmas morning and they had the best time with it."
"This is a wonderful gift to give to kids at about the age of three or so."
"First he wants to put on the gloves, but then he wants Mommy to put on the gloves and read him the book and chase him around the room and tickle him!"
"It is a book meant to be read aloud to your children as you act out that you are the tickle monster."
"The gloves are a little small for my husband, but he makes them work and they have tickle monster time."
"When I emailed with my disappointment the seller simply said that the listed (while it showed the FULL kit) was only the book and gloves."
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Where's Waldo?: Deluxe Edition
Search no more. This new Where's Waldo?
Reviews
"When you want to buy a book for a child, but, don't know which one to get ."
"He's completely obsessed with finding Waldo and every tiny little item in each scene."
"My son loves this book and is thoroughly entertained by it."
"I bought this for my 8 year old and find myself enjoying the book when he is at school , its so fun !!!"
"Best books ever to keep kids entertained."
"Who's doesn't love Waldo."
"My grandkids love these books and they are kept busy for hours looking for Waldo."
"Not the best WW book."
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Best Children's Literature Collections

Aesop's Fables
In this elegantly designed volume, more than sixty of Aesop's timeless fables have been carefully selected, humorously retold, and brought gloriously to life by four-time Caldecott Honor-winner Jerry Pinkney. Aesop's wisdom spills across the pages as freely as Pinkney's glorious watercolors, alight with the many creatures who people the tales, from fiddling grasshoppers and diligent ants to wily foxes, clever crows, brave mice and grateful lions.
Reviews
"Her older sister told me she loves the stories and is very excited to have it in their bedtime stories line up."
"The book arrived quickly and was in very good condition."
"It's definitely a beautiful and well built book It's sturdy and as a hard cover will last a long time."
"Written a little above our kids level."
"Great telling of these vital tales, which are a cornerstone of our Western culture."
"Forgot what fun this book was!"
"I would give it three stars, but the sizable collection of fables pushes it closer to 3.5 stars."
"Probably totally politically incorrect, would be pulled off the shelves, but it's great."
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Best Children's Halloween Books

The Gruffalo (Picture Books)
A mouse is taking a stroll through the deep, dark wood when along comes a hungry fox, then an owl, and then a snake. The mouse is good enough to eat but smart enough to know this, so he invents . Julia Donaldson lives in Glasgow, Scotland.
Reviews
"It's longer than you'd think would hold a baby's attention, but with wide eyes she giggles and kicks her feet with excitement."
":-). UPDATE 4/20/16: We LOVE this book... our daughter is now 18 months old and she just loves the Gruffalo, Gruffalo's Child, Stick Man, Tabby McTat... ok... all of Julie Donaldson's books... you can actually find the Gruffalo somewhere in all almost the books she writes...."
"The best part about it is the rhythm and repetition throughout the story- just love how it reads (and enjoy the illustrations that go with the story too)."
"This book is my son's favorite book."
"It is a favorite around this house and our little one picks it time and time again for story time."
"Our favorite book! Julia Donaldson, you nailed it!"
""Knobby knees, turned out toes, and a poisonous wart at the end of his nose" are all times when I would touch my son's knee, toes and nose to add emphasis to the story."
"Not only does my 2.5 year old like this story, her one year old brother sits through the entire thing and often asks us to read it to him."
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Best Children's Interactive Adventure eBooks

The Westing Game (Puffin Modern Classics)
Winner of the Newbery Medal. Winner of the Boston Globe/Horn Book Award. An ALA Notable Book. She was the author of several novels, including the Newbery Medal-winning The Westing Game , the Newbery Honor-winning Figgs & Phantoms , The Tattooed Potato and other clues , and The Mysterious Disappearance of Leon (I Mean Noel) .
Reviews
"So i'll just leave it at this: I first read it when I was in fourth grade, and I read it at least once a year."
"Veny different and unique book."
"Such an interesting, mysterious novel!!!!"
"The Westing Game is one of my favorite books of all time."
"This is such a clever and delightful mystery - once you pick it up, you cannot put it down!"
"This was a great book."
"I remember reading this book as a kid and LOVING it so I decided to pick up a copy for myself and reread it as an adult."
"This was a light hearted and fun read that kept you guessing, and had great moments of discovery."
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Best Children's Anatomy Books

Where Is Baby's Belly Button? A Lift-the-Flap Book
Karen Katz's adorable babies play peekaboo in this delightful interactive book. Karen Katz has written and illustrated more than fifty picture books and novelty books including the bestselling Where Is Baby’s Belly Button?
Reviews
"This book it very helpful for toddlers to learn body parts."
"My son loves this book, but I wish that the pages were thicker."
"pretty fast read, definitely a page turner."
"My son is 11 months old and he loves flipping the each hidden page."
"This adorable little book also teaches toddlers about their body parts."
"My grandson loves this book."
"My 16 month old loves books with flaps- she often rips them on accident, but these are the sturdiest we've experienced."
"My daughter loves this book!!"
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Best Children's Modern History

The Abominable Snowman/Journey Under the Sea/Space and Beyond/The Lost Jewels of Nabooti (Choose Your Own Adventure 1-4)
This 4-book boxed set of interactive, children's classics includes 4 books from the Choose Your Own Adventure series: * The Abominable Snowman * Journey Under The Sea * Space and Beyond * The Lost Jewels of Nabooti .
Reviews
"bought as gift for nephew, loved it."
"An easy way to keep a first grader occupied for an hour."
"Loved this as a kid."
"I read these as a kid and got a set for my 9 year old for Christmas."
"Awesome books."
"Great way to get kids to read and think and investigate."
"My grandson is 8 and really enjoys me reading these stories to him at bedtime."
"The book pages numbers are off and the copy was off centred, so my children were unable to finish the story."
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Best Children's Heavy Machinery Books

The Way Things Work Now
Famously packed with information on the inner workings of everything from windmills to Wi-Fi, this extraordinary and humorous book both guides readers through the fundamental principles of machines, and shows how the developments of the past are building the world of tomorrow. It is a very handsome book, a fascinating collection of riddles and a sound educational accomplishment that, while explaining in words and pictures - mostly pictures - some of the mysteries of physics, makes you smile, and often laugh. The author is honest enough to say that the book was intended for children of all ages, and brilliant enough to make all its readers feel brighter than they ever thought they could be.”— The New York Times “ The Way Things Work is not the only book that has tried to explain modern mysteries, but it's the best. “Keep the book a secret from your kids for a while and study up on the explanations of questions you're anticipating.
Reviews
"I'm unusually attached to this book: I laid my hands on the earlier edition as a very young child, and it probably shaped my interests more than anything else - ultimately setting me on a very interesting and rewarding life path."
"This book was tailor made for our young grandson who is very smart!"
"My 10 Year old friend, Loves the book, so I would say the book is an excellent one."
"I'll admit, we've been carefully enjoying it (ourselves) before we gift wrap it - hahaha!!"
"I love that it gives stories with the information."
"Great book."
"My husband LOVED this book as a child."
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Best Children's Books on the Body

From Head to Toe Board Book
From Eric Carle, the New York Times bestselling creator of beloved books including The Very Hungry Caterpillar and The Grouchy Ladybug, comes From Head to Toe , a colorful and energetic board book that will have young readers clapping their hands, stomping their feet, and wiggling their toes! A nice addition to a toddler storytime, but it may get lost as it's cataloged in 613.7.?Lisa Smith, Lindenhurst Memorial Library, NY. Copyright 1997 Reed Business Information, Inc. --This text refers to an alternate Board book edition.
Reviews
"My grandchildren and I had wonderful interaction guided by this charming book."
"My two year old loves this book."
"Wonderful book to get kids moving."
"Wonderful book."
"My son loves this book and acting out all the things animals do!"
"Love Eric Carle illustrations, the text is nothing too special."
"My great grandson wouldn't be parted from this book."
"Great kid's book - recommended by my daughter and grandson!"
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Best Children's Boys & Men Books

Diary of a Wimpy Kid: The Long Haul
Greg Heffley and his family hit the road in author-illustrator Jeff Kinney's latest installment of the phenomenal bestselling Diary of a Wimpy Kid series. Will the Heffley family make it home?
Reviews
"We loved this as a family."
"Great series-Introduced it to my teens years ago and passed them down to my 8 year old."
"It really surprised me it is one of the best Diary of a Wimpy Kid books I have ever read."
"My 9 year old really enjoys reading this series."
"Excellent choice for boys or girls between the ages of 8 and 12 depending on reading level."
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