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This book has a lot of fun-sounding ideas for older kids, but not many suggestions for preschool and kindergarten age kids. I'm going to try to remember to check this book out again when my kids are at least 8 or so. Title: Mom's Handy Book of Backyard Games Author: Pete Cava Publication Year: ...

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Title: Great Games for Young Children: Over 100 Games to Develop Self-Confidence, Problem-Solving Skills, and Cooperation Author: Rae Pica Publication Year: 2006 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Review: This book has great reviews on Amazon, but I just could not get into it. I think the concept ...

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Title: The Arts and Crafts Busy Book Author: Trish Kuffner Publication Year: 2003 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Review: I loved The Toddler’s Busy Book. The Preschooler’s Busy Book has a pretty good selection of ideas too. However, I didn’t enjoy this book as much. There are good, clever ...

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Title: The Down and Dirty Guide to Camping with Kids: How to Plan Memorable Family Adventures and Connect Kids to Nature Author: Helen Olsson Publication Year: 2012 Website: helen-olsson.com Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Review: The great achievement of this book is that it makes you believe ...

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Title: The Toddler's Busy Book Author: Trish Kuffner Publication Year: 1999 Website: www.meadowbrookpress.com Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Review: This book is inspiring. When I was at home alone all day with my first child and didn’t know any other parents in my neighborhood, this book ...

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Title: Partners in Play: A Step-By-Step Guide to Imaginative Play in Children Author: Dorothy G. Singer and Jerome L. Singer Publication Year: 1977 Amazon Product Page (Affiliate Link) Review: This book is out of print, but I bought a used copy online because it is listed in the recommended reading ...

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