Books make GREAT gifts and now is a great time to add to your child's library.  About the book: In this hilarious gem from triple Caldecott winner David Wiesner, it's big sister to the rescue when a new baby is delivered to a family of robots and the adults are flummoxed by technical difficulties. A new baby's arrival is a big moment in any family, even a family of robots.  Award winner David Wiesner captures the excitement and fanfare when baby Flange appears—as a crate full of components. The adults bungle the process of assembling Flange, with catastrophic results. Big sister Cathy, with her handy toolbox and advanced knowledge of robotics and IT, hasn't been allowed to help, but in the ensuing chaos she calmly clears up the technical difficulties and bonds with her new baby brother. A shout-out for girl scientists and makers, Robobaby is an eye-opening and engaging blend of the familiar and the fantastic.  About the author: David Wiesner is internationally renowned

Make Christmas Magic with Portable North Pole Make this Christmas even more magical with Portable North Pole!  Without the chance to see Santa at the mall this year, Portable North Pole makes it easy to safely celebrate Christmas with Santa with up to 60+ messages ready to be personalized for your loved ones. Whether you're sending a message to a child, a teenager, or even a grown-up, Santa will amaze everyone on your list! Stay comfortable in your own home and explore our collection of calls, video calls, and video message scenarios that make the perfect gift for your friends and family near and far - or even for large groups like your employees!  Using Portable North Pole is easy: Simply visit the PNP website or download the PNP mobile app, sign up, fill in a short form, and upload photos of your loved one. In just a few seconds, Santa is ready to greet them with a personalized message, addressing them by name, showing their photo, and in some select scenarios, even offering int

  It's that time of the year again! I t's time for the annual Winter is Coming  Giveaway Hop!  Three Boys and an Old Lady has partnered with  The Mommy Island , The Kids Did It and nearly 70 blogs for a giveaway hop like none other. This year we are giving away an autographed Claris: Holiday Heist: The Chicest Mouse in Paris by Megan Hess The Fashion-Forward Series Takes a Little Mouse on a Big Adventure and hit bookstores nationwide in October. Join Claris on a holiday-themed adventure in the titular bestselling series by acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess: Claris: Holiday Heist (ISBN 978-1760504953 Hardcover $17.99; Ages 3-8; 48 pages).  A sweet little mouse takes on a cheeky cat burglar with holiday cheer! Can Claris and Monsieur save the day – the New York way? With more than a million Claris books in print, this fourth Claris book from acclaimed fashion illustrator Megan Hess.  The best-selling Claris series follows an adorable mouse who moves to Paris to follow h

We are always happy to support small businesses and bookstores are one of our favorite small businesses.  Our favorite local bookstore has had to change a few things since the pandemic began, most notably the number of customers allowed in the store at one time.  We kinda like it.  It's like having the bookstore all to ourselves.  A giant world of books to call our very own. 😁 Looking for some great gift ideas?  Check out these book and gift ideas at your local bookstore or order online now to ensure delivery in time for holiday gift giving. Glass, concrete, windows, walls, roofs, and more—create your own metropolitan masterpiece.  Build a Skyscraper (Pavilion Children's Books; September 2020; ISBN: 978-1843654742; Ages 3-5; Set $19.69; 64 pages) by Paul Farrell is the second in a new series of graphic-designed cards that turn the image of a skyscraper into a work of art.  This pack contains 64 cards (4 x 2¾ inches) in a variety of graphic designs and bold, eye-catching color

Great TV happens when Dreamworks partners with Apple TV+ I am so excited to share with you that Doug Unplugs is premiering on Apple TV+. Based on the critically acclaimed children’s book by Dan Yaccarino, DreamWorks “ Doug Unplugs ” follows a curious six-year-old robot, Doug, as he ‘plugs in’ to learn new facts about the world every day. Sensing there’s more to life than just the facts, Doug journeys into the human world in search of experience. And to do that, Doug has to…unplug. With the help of his best friend, a human ball of energy, Emma, the two discover all the simple wonders of the world. Join Doug as he learns about the intersection of technology and humanity, and how they both keep us truly connected!  The series is ideal for preschoolers and early elementary kids.  Kids will enjoy the whimsical introduction of math and problem solving techniques with Doug and Emma.  I had the opportunity to chat with Dan, the creative mind behind the series, about his inspiration for

Looking for an inexpensive family getaway?  Then a visit to a nearby state park may be the perfect getaway.  Visiting a state park is a great way to explore the rich vastness of landscape and history in your state and contribute to your state's economy.   Recently, my family and I visited Petit Jean State Park.  It's one of our favorite state parks.  The kids love the legend of Petit Jean.  Legend has it that a young girl was so in love that she disguised herself as a cabin boy so she could join her lover.  She was known as "Petit Jean" (French for Little John) due to her small stature.  She became sick during the travels and it was only then that her true identity was discovered.  Her illness got worse and she eventually died and was buried atop Petit Jean Mountain in Arkansas.  Besides the legend of Petit Jean the park is absolutely stunning with its cascading waterfalls, cliff side trails and native scenery.   The park is home to Cedar Falls, a 95-foot waterfall an