If, like us, you’re still shopping for Christmas we have some very affordable and last minute gift ideas for you: great children’s books! These are a few of our favorites from 2011. Make sure you’re registered for Amazon Mom so you can get 2-day shipping for free or hit your local book store.
A Zeal of Zebras by Woop Studios ($12.23). From a creative studio who worked on the Harry Potter movies, A Zeal of Zebras is an alphabet book that highlights the noun for a group of animals. I certainly learned a new work – or 26 – while reading this design-inspired animal book.
The Crown on Your Head by Nancy Tillman ($8.49). Tillman is one of our favorite children’s author so we have high expectations for new books. The Crown on Your Head exceeded our expectations. It’s a visually attractive book, but the message is even more beautiful. The idea is that every child is born with a crown on her head, representing what makes her unique and special.
Razzle-Dazzle Ruby by Masha D’yans ($12.23). Taking pop-up books to a new level, Razzle-Dazzle Ruby will delight and dazzle even discerning little readers. Read Shannon’s Razzle-Dazzle Ruby review for more details.
Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site by Sherri Dunskey Rinker ($10.19). What fun for truck-loving kids! As night falls, we say goodnight to trucks, mixers and other working rigs on the construction site. This is a sweet book to read aloud with rhymes and rhythm, perfect for settling down to say good night.
The Artist Who Painted a Blue Horse by Eric Carle ($10.79). New book by Eric Carle. Enough said.
Shop! All of these books are available in The Shopping Mama’s Books We Love Right Now store – along with more than 30 other recommendations. Shop now to receive in time for Christmas.










Shannon Kelly
December 19, 2011Love the title of “Goodnight, Goodnight, Construction Site.” Going to have to check that one out!