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  • Review
    Mongrels

    Ribald British puppet sitcom is hilarious fare for adults.
    AGE
    17
     
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    (TV, 2013)
  • Review
    The Rabbi's Cat

    Fascinating, clever animated tale not meant for young kids.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    The Slither Sisters: Tales from Lovecraft Middle School #2

    Goofy comedy for young boys riffs on horror cliches.
    AGE
    9
     
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    By Charles Gilman
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Miss Maple's Seeds

    Lyrical fantasy celebrates the magic of seeds and seasons.
    AGE
    3
     
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    By Eliza Wheeler
    (Book, 2013)
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    Spoiled Rotten Pets

    Animals' lavish lifestyles = worry-free fun for families.
    AGE
    7
     
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    (TV, 2013)
  • Review
    Alchemy ~ Genetics

    Kids create crazy animal combos in fun but repetitive app.
    AGE
    9
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Android, Kindle Fire
    (App, 2013)
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    Otis and the Puppy

    Gentle hero faces fear to help friend in lovely book.
    AGE
    3
     
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    By Loren Long
    (Book, 2013)
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    Alpha Dogs

    Interesting elite dog training reality with strong language.
    AGE
    12
     
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    (TV, 2013)
  • Review
    Penny and Her Marble

    Moral dilemma, more emotional depth in cute Penny story.
    AGE
    4
     
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    By Kevin Henkes
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    A Dash of Magic: Bliss, Book 2

    Young cook battles wicked aunt in fun, Paris-set sequel.
    AGE
    8
     
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    By Kathryn Littlewood
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Sly Cooper: Thieves in Time

    Raccoon thief stars in fun adventure with cartoon violence.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: PlayStation 3, PlayStation Vita
    (Game, 2013)
  • Review
    Escape From Hat

    Clever epic of heroic rabbits vs. evil black cats.
    AGE
    8
     
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    By Adam Kline
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Extra Yarn

    Fanciful story of generosity has a classic folk-tale feel.
    AGE
    4
     
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    By Mac Barnett
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Frankenweenie

    Burton's creepy young Frankenstein is perfect for tweens.
    AGE
    9
     
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    (DVD, 2013)
  • Review
    Bad Kitty School Daze

    Hilarious fun when cranky Kitty goes to obedience school.
    AGE
    7
     
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    By Nick Bruel
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    On the Road to Mr. Mineo's

    Leisurely small-town comedy of homing pigeon on the lam.
    AGE
    8
     
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    By Barbara O'Connor
    (Book, 2013)
  • Review
    Cesar Millan's Leader of the Pack

    Gentle competition brings pets and families together.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (TV, 2013)
  • Review
    Warriors series

    Cat clans mirror human issues in popular series.
    AGE
    9
     
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    By Kate Cary, Cherith Baldry, Tui Sutherland
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Magic Tree House Series

    Fun, educational chapter books have something for everyone.
    AGE
    6
     
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    By Mary Pope Osborne
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Bear Has a Story to Tell

    Gentle story of friendship, patience, and storytelling.
    AGE
    3
     
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    By Philip C. Stead
    (Book, 2012)
  • Review
    Doggie B

    Quirky dog-show comedy overdoes the eccentricity.
    AGE
    8
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
  • Review
    Jingle and Bell's Christmas Star

    Sweet sequel's friendly messages outshine product tie-ins.
    AGE
    3
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Adventure Time: Hey Ice King! Why'd you steal our garbage?!!

    Quirky platform adventure with tween boy humor.
    AGE
    10
     
    Learning
    2
    Platforms: Nintendo DS, Nintendo 3DS
    (Game, 2012)
  • Review
    Santa Paws 2: Santa Pups

    Holiday musical with adorable puppies will amuse kids.
    AGE
    5
     
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    (DVD, 2012)
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    Christmastime

    Cozy, nostalgic look at the classic elements of the season.
    AGE
    2
     
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    By Alison Jay
    (Book, 2012)