"Many studies have shown the benefits of reading to your baby from a very early age for her intellectual development. But it's also a wonderful time to cuddle with your baby and reacquaint yourself with some of your favorite stories from childhood -- and discover some new ones. Keep a small library of picture books within reach of your favorite rocking chair."
Let's start with the rocking chair. A nice, comfortable chair has got to go into the nursery. You just can't have a nursery without it. Now there is a huge difference between the rocking chairs of 30 years ago and the rocking chairs of today. If I have it my way, we will have a gliding chair in our nursery. These chairs are so comfortable and they just glide so smoothly. You can pick one up at Wal-Mart.
Customize Storkcraft Glider & Ottoman, Espresso Finish - I would go with this one because you can choose different colors. If you are not picky about the color, you can go with the beige color for around $20 cheaper. It has pockets on either side for storage and it comes with the foot rest.
Now, onto the books. I love books. I used to read a lot when I was a kid and I still like to read when I have time. There are so many different kinds of books out there now, it can be overwhelming to choose the right ones. I would like to have a few touch books in my baby's library. The ones that have texture to the pictures like shown below. Duckling and Friends - I love books like this because they create an interactive environment for the child.
Some of my favorite books growing up were: Curious George, Bernstain Bears, Clifford, Dr. Seuss and the Little Critter collection by Mercer Mayer. I loved Little Critters because I loved trying to find the spider in every picture.
My favorite book growing up, though, was Animalia. This book is crazy! I can't even describe this book so I will just quote the descriptions from the publishers: ""Animalia" is sure to be a source of endless enchantment and entertainment for children and adults alike. Base's masterful illustrations will sweep readers into a world of richly colored and intricately illustrated animals and objects with the turn of every page. "A delightful visual feast."--"Publishers Weekly." Animalia
As much as I love the book, I had no idea that there was a whole series of these books! I came across Animalia a few years ago at a Border's Book Store and I bought it so that starts the collection but I will be buying all of the other Graeme Base books as well.
Next Topic: #18. Photo Finish
Let's start with the rocking chair. A nice, comfortable chair has got to go into the nursery. You just can't have a nursery without it. Now there is a huge difference between the rocking chairs of 30 years ago and the rocking chairs of today. If I have it my way, we will have a gliding chair in our nursery. These chairs are so comfortable and they just glide so smoothly. You can pick one up at Wal-Mart.
Customize Storkcraft Glider & Ottoman, Espresso Finish - I would go with this one because you can choose different colors. If you are not picky about the color, you can go with the beige color for around $20 cheaper. It has pockets on either side for storage and it comes with the foot rest.
Now, onto the books. I love books. I used to read a lot when I was a kid and I still like to read when I have time. There are so many different kinds of books out there now, it can be overwhelming to choose the right ones. I would like to have a few touch books in my baby's library. The ones that have texture to the pictures like shown below. Duckling and Friends - I love books like this because they create an interactive environment for the child.
Some of my favorite books growing up were: Curious George, Bernstain Bears, Clifford, Dr. Seuss and the Little Critter collection by Mercer Mayer. I loved Little Critters because I loved trying to find the spider in every picture.
My favorite book growing up, though, was Animalia. This book is crazy! I can't even describe this book so I will just quote the descriptions from the publishers: ""Animalia" is sure to be a source of endless enchantment and entertainment for children and adults alike. Base's masterful illustrations will sweep readers into a world of richly colored and intricately illustrated animals and objects with the turn of every page. "A delightful visual feast."--"Publishers Weekly." Animalia
As much as I love the book, I had no idea that there was a whole series of these books! I came across Animalia a few years ago at a Border's Book Store and I bought it so that starts the collection but I will be buying all of the other Graeme Base books as well.
Next Topic: #18. Photo Finish
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