Holiday Books
The Latke Who Couldn’t Stop Screaming
By Lemony Snicket, illustrated by Lisa Brown
The perfect antidote to feeling in the minority every December, this hilarious Hanukkah tale of a potato latke is Lemony Snicket’s funniest yet. Perfect for your child or as a charming gift for all ages.
The Three Snow Bears
By Jan Brett » Read more
Local Toy Stores
Check out the NW Kids online BABY guide for more.
Child’s Play
907 NW 23rd Ave
Portland, OR 97210
A Childrens Place Bookstore
4807 NE Fremont Street
Portland, OR 97213
www.achildrensplacebookstore.com
Creative Kidstuff
Concourse C, PDX
Finnegans Toys
801 SW 10th
Portland, OR 97205
www.finneganstoys.com/
Goodnight Room
Bridgeport Village &
1517 NE Broadway
Portland, OR 97232
www.goodnightroom.com
Grasshopper
1816 NE Alberta Street
Portland, OR 97211
www.grasshopperstore.com » Read more
Holiday Toy Guide 2007
At the top of every parent’s list for Santa this year: safe toys. NW Kids asked a panel of four toy and kid experts to list some toys they feel comfortable recommending, for safety and for good times.
Our experts:
Jordan is on her 15th holiday season as manager at Finnegan’s Toys, the play haven in downtown Portland.
Lauren works at Green Frog Toys, a wondrous emporium of fun in the Pearl. » Read more
End-of-Year Tax Saving Strategies: “Makin’ a List and Checkin’ It Twice”
By Diane Sague Ehnes
We all have that list of family and friends for whom we must get the perfect holiday gift. As you’re making your lists, make a list of possible year-end tax planning strategies for yourself and your family.
Some strategies you may include on your list:
Make sure you have applied for Social Security numbers for all dependents; to claim the tax credits on dependents, they must have registered numbers. » Read more
Keep Your Children Warm!
Zoolights, Peacock Lane, the Grotto. These outdoor activities can be fabulous excursions; just be prepared and dress appropriately.
Dress in layers. Avoid overdressing. Too much bulk impedes movement, especially for little ones.
Take frequent breaks and stay hydrated. At the zoo, duck inside the primate area or the aquarium tunnel. Bathrooms are nicely heated - pop in to warm up each time you pass one.
When you get home, get the kids out of wet clothes immediately and warm their core body temperatures with a blanket or warm fluids like hot cider or soup. » Read more
8 Tips for Feeling Good Throughout the Holiday Season
By Erin Shirey
You can do it! You can get through the holiday season stronger, healthier and determined to start the New Year right. All you have to do is focus on one of the following tips each week, exercise, and think positive.
Drink 10 8-oz. cups of water per day. You’ll feel cleansed, sated, and content.
Eat a small meal every two to three hours. Have a small meal before going to the holiday party. It will prevent you from being too eager to approach that platter of mini quiche. » Read more
