One of my fondest childhood memories is listening to music and singing along with my parents. We had the usual "children's" music on records or tapes, but we would also listen to grown up music together, like oldies or showtunes too.

Growing up with showtunes is fun because when you finally see...

Every once in a while when I'm out in the stacks doing my librarian thing, I discover a little gem of a book that I had no idea existed until I happened near its place on the shelf.  Actually, that pleasant experience happens more than this sensible librarian might care to admit, but I digress. 

I guess it will be obvious enough when you see my recent reading lists, but I've been worried lately.

As my daughter is learning to walk, she is crazy-brave, always letting go of the furniture she is holding onto or crawling under things and then bumping her head. Her escapades give her occasional...

Cool Spaces for kids: creative indoor and outdoor spaces for children of all ages by Sam Scarborough

While this book is shelved in the home-decorating area of the library, it would be almost as appropriate in the Parenting collection. The author provides 20 ideas on "transforming everyday areas...

As a new parent, everyone offers me advice. Have you had that experience? From coworkers and family to books and television commercials, the information coming at me can be overwhelming. I try to find a few sources that I generally trust, and I refer back to them frequently, especially when I get...