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Gifts for Adults

Kisii Stone Sculpture - "The Joy of Children"
from Ten Thousand Villages
Brighten your surroundings with a carving that captures the joy of loving a child. It is carved from kisii soapstone, found only in western Kenya. This fairly-traded sculpture was made by the artisans of the Undugu Society of Kenya, and your purchase helps to provide jobs for families and shelter for street children. Size: 3" x 8".
Note: this item is hand-crafted from kisii soapstone. Shades and patterns on the stone will vary.

Doc Pop's 52 Weeks of Active Parenting, by Michael Popkin
A cheery hardcover book with 52 ideas for a happy home life. Hardcover, $12.95.

A great calendar that can be started any month of the year!

Doc Pop's 12 Months of Active Parenting Any-Year Calendar
This innovative new parenting calendar not only looks good—it will help you be a better parent, too! Each month of the calendar features a bright, colorful photo of positive parenting in action. Beneath each photo is a key Active Parenting concept to work on during the month.

Start it at any time! The monthly grids do not have dates, so this calendar can be started in any year. This calendar never goes out of style! $11.95.

 

Parenting Definition Mugs
Here's a daily reminder that parenting is the most important job you'll ever have. These mugs are made from 100% biodegradable corn plastic, grown and manufactured in the US. The yellow mug holds 10.5 ounces; the blue commuter mug has a slip-proof lid and holds 17 ounces. Quantity discounts available.

 
 

 
Complete Active Parenting Class—online Give your favorite parents a unique gift they can use for years. No matter where they live, they can take this award-winning parenting class using a computer and the Internet. The kit also includes video, a book, online group discussion and interaction with a trained parent educator. $69.95. The Thank You Book
Hundreds of clever, meaningful and purposeful ways to say thank you. Hardcover, $12.95.
Active Parenting
Now AudioBook

Powerful Active Parenting ideas, all on a 4-CD set to listen to at home, in the car or while exercising. $19.95.
Touchpoints set/2
by T. Berry Brazelton
An ideal gift for new parent or expecting parents. Explains a child's emotional and behavioral development, from birth to age 6. A 2-volume set. $34.95.

The Power of a Wish: A Celebration of Love, Hope and Gratitude
The stories and letters within these pages provide a glimpse into the amazing transformation inspired by the gifts of joyful memories, time, and love when a child’s wish is granted through the Make-A-Wish Foundation. $14.95.
Furry Logic Parenthood - This humorous collection of quotes is illustrated with watercolor paintings of animals that capture the emotional essence of parethood. Hardcover, $9.95.

Active Parenting Tote Bag

This sturdy tote bag has our definition of parenting printed on the side that's large enough to hold your program kit and more. $14.95.

The text on the side of the bag reads:
Parenting-
1. The most difficult and most important job you will ever have.
2. And, potentially, the most rewarding.

Fun with Family Photos - Offers step-by-step instructions and full-color photos of creative ideas for Paperworks (cards, announcements, invitations, albums), Frameworks (jewelry, magnets, frames, mats), and Homeworks (ornaments, place cards, desk accessories). $15.95.

 
 
"In Your Hands" Bilingual Coffee Mug
Our popular mug features colorful handprints with an inspirational motto written in English and Spanish: "The future of families is in your hands!" / "¡El futuro de las familias está en tus manos!" Holds 11 ounces. $8.95
Posterity: Letters of Great Americans to Their Children - by Dorie McCullough Lawson
Spanning more than three centuries, these letters from great Americans to their children contain enduring lessons in life and love that will surprise and enlighten. Add your own letter to your parent or child for a treasured holiday gift! Hardcover, $24.95.
SALE price $15.95



Games
Here's a great gift idea—games the family can play together.

Dr. Playwell's Card Games
These engaging card games, created by a prominent child psychologist, teach skills that kids need to get along at home, at school and in life. Each game contains 52 playing cards, 10 strategy cards and 12 follow-through cards. 2-4 players. For ages 6-12. $21.95.
Positive Thinking

Coping with Stress
Caring about Others
Communicative Feelings
Controlling Your Anger

Hey, Dad - Let's Learn! Cards
Strengthen the bonds between fathers and their children. Activities are simple and fun and designed to turn dad into a great teacher. Teaching pre-reading and pre-writing concepts as well as important emotional and behavioral skills. $15.95.
Pocket Ungame for Families: communication game. Great for car trips! $10.00.

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Gifts for Children

 

 
Best Behavior Board Books (set/6)

 
& posters, too!

Best Behavior Board Books (set/6)
In simple words and delightful illustrations, these board books for toddlers teach the basics of kindness to others. They also include helpful tips for parents and caregivers. 24 pp. each

Set of 6 board books includes:

  • Hands Are Not for Hitting
  • Teeth Are Not for Biting
  • Words Are Not for Hurting
  • Feet Are Not for Kicking
  • Tails Are Not for Pulling
  • Germs Are Not for Sharing

Books are also sold separately ($7.95 ea.)

Best Behavior Posters (set/6)
These 17" x 22" posters are based on the best-selling series of board books for young children. Bright, colorful, and friendly, these laminated posters are an upbeat addition to a child's bedroom or play area. Topics are the same as the board books at left. Posters are also sold separately ($6.95 ea.).

 
The Thank You Book for Kids - hundreds of creative, cool and clever ways to say thank you! Written by a kid for kids. Hardcover, $12.95.    

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Posters

These colorful posters are a charming addition to a room.

 

 

Soccer Kids poster - this large horizontal poster carries an inspirational message of "The Friends we make along the way are as important as the games we play." Size: 3 feet x 1 foot. $6.95. SALE price $3.50

 

  Active Parenting Family Posters
Set of 6 posters with motivational key points. $14.95.

Also see: Best Behavior Posters

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