Today’s Assignment For Classroom Design: Flexibility
KIM COOKAssociated Press Desks lined up in precise rows with teacher firmly planted at the front: That was the standard classroom format for much of the last century. But with […]
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Camping With Kids: The Right Gear Can Make It Easier
KIM COOKAssociated Press For some parents, it can be plenty challenging just to take young children on a trip to the mall. Then there are those who take their tiny […]
Diaper Bags Get A Stylish Update
In generations past, the array of baby paraphernalia needed by new parents was carried in cumbersome totes of heavy plastic, often emblazoned with prints and patterns that spoke more to […]
Nurseries Worthy Of A Bohemian Lullaby
KIM COOK Associated Press Traditional nursery decor tends to be a gently stirred mix of cute animals, soft hues and nicely matched furnishings. And there’s much to be said for […]
Stocking A Sleepover Kitchen
KIM COOK Associated Press Parents who have hosted sleepovers know that half the fun for kids is making and eating treats. So it pays to prep the kitchen with fun […]
NY Toy Fair Stuff With Plush Playthings
KIM COOK Associated Press The recent industry show Toy Fair New York featured a variety of huggable plush toys for everyone, from silky, infant comfort objects to cheeky stuffed novelties […]
Saddle Up In Style On New Rocking Horses
KIM COOK Associated Press The rocking horse, offspring of the hobby horse, seems to have appeared first in the early 17th century. Not much more than a log with board […]