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I'm a Mom and a Publisher: Here's What I Look For in a Great Children's Book

Kids love a great book, but how do you pick out a really good one? A book publisher explains how she teaches her children the importance of an exceptional story and how to choose a good book.

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Diversity of Families

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Baby Gear

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