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Harry Potter bookends recalled for excess lead

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September 23, 3:21 PM

by Angele Sionna, Early Childhood Parenting Examiner

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A new product recall from the Consumer Product Safety Commission: Harry Potter bookends (see photo).

The CPSC says "the paint on the bookends contains excessive levels of lead, violating the federal lead paint standard."

No injuries have been reported.

According to the CPSC, the bookends were sold in "elementary school fundraising programs, discount and dollar stores nationwide from June 2004 through January 2006 for between $3 and $28."

For more info: Contact Giftco Inc. toll-free at (888) 448-6728 between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. CT Monday through Friday, or visit the firm’s Web site at mail.giftcoinc.com

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Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Gifts for little athletes

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December 1, 12:36 PM

Got a sports loving little one? You can always buy them a ball or a glove and teach them to play catch, but you've probably already thought of that, and of getting stuff with your favorite team's logo on it. So here are a few other ideas... K’s... Read More
Topics: Gift Guide

Hanukkah 2008: Activities for kids

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December 1, 8:47 AM

Hanukkah (aka Chanukah) season is upon us. The eight-day festival of light comes with lots of fun stuff for kids. Chabad.org has a fun kids page with songs, shows and recipes. It also has a section to teach children about Hanukkah. Billy Bear also has... Read More
Topics: Holidays

Baby name of the day: Carter

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December 1, 7:48 AM

The baby name of the day is... Carter.Carter is an example of a last name turned first name. The meaning is exactly what you might imagine - "one who carts stuff around or transports goods." Not an exciting meaning but still a cool name.It... Read More
Topics: Baby Names

Christmas Countdown Digital Advent Calendar: 24- Make a photo ornament at home

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December 1, 12:02 AM

Every day until Christmas, I'm going to be counting down with a digital advent calendar. That just means each day I'll feature something Christmas-y-y for the kids like music or a good deed for the day to share the spirit of Christmas or a craft project... Read More
Topics: Digital Advent Calendar

Kid-friendly recipes: Oatmeal Crunch Fiber Cookies - A great choice for Santa's cookies

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November 30, 10:48 PM

A great choice of cookies for Santa this year or just to make with the kids for a relatively healthy cookie option that still tastes good - Oatmeal Crunch Fiber Cookies. My daughters and I love making and eating these. Here's the recipe that my family... Read More
Topics: Healthy Food , Food for Healthy Families , Holidays

Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Gifts for little space lovers

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November 30, 9:13 AM

To infinity and beyond, declared Buzz Lightyear in the kids' movie Toy Story. But there's more than Buzz Lightyear toys and accessories for little space lovers, though you can still find Buzz stuff all around. Check out these ideas instead... Hugg-A-Planet... Read More
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Shuttle landing set for Edwards Air Force Base - watch it live online & other space fun for kids

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November 30, 8:25 AM

Space Shuttle Endeavour was scheduled to land at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida today but has twice been waved off. Mission control has now set the landing for 4:25 EST in California. Get the latest on this and other space news HERE.When it lands,... Read More
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Holiday Gift Guide 2008: Gifts for Dads

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November 30, 12:14 AM

Dads are special people. So something besides a tie, socks and new cologne are in order. Here are a few ideas. (For new dads, check out my new parents gift guide too. Also, stay tuned for several family gift guides with more ideas for dads.) Tongaroa... Read More
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Baby name of the day: Anais

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November 30, 12:02 AM

The baby name of the day is... Anais.Anais is a version of the name Ana and is of Hebrew origin, meaning "favored grace." It can also mean "goddess of love," according to Wikipedia, coming from the Persian goddess Anaitis.I recently... Read More
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