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October 2010 Kids Events

Kids Events at Changing Hands
James A. Owen  A. S. King
  
Cecil Castellucci  Tom Leveen Halloween Tales
  

Author series, workshops and community events

THURSDAY, OCTOBER 28

10:15am | FAMILY EVENT | STORYTIME WITH CECIL CASTELLUCCI | Cecil Castellucci visits for storytime and signs her first picture book, Grandma's Gloves. A child who loses a beloved grandparent finds comfort in carrying on the activities they shared in this look at a universal experience.
7pm | TEEN EVENT | CECIL CASTELLUCCI | Young adult author Cecil Castellucci presents her latest novel, Rose Sees Red. More »

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 30
11am-Noon | FAMILY EVENT | AMERICAN GIRL STORYTIME | Join the American Girl Fashion Show and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) for a one-of-a-kind story-telling occasion! We'll do fun art activities and have an interactive storytime with American Girl characters. Bring your camera!
7pm | ADULT, TEEN, & TWEEN EVENT | HALLOWEEN TALES | TOM LEVEEN | Young adult author of Party and artistic director, Tom Leveen, puts on an evening of performance literature from classic, modern and original works! More »

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 31 • HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

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book sale
The Saggy Baggy ElephantArizona and New Mexico StarwatchWangari's Trees of Peace

The Saggy Baggy Elephant
by Kathryn and Byron Jackson | Now $6.95

After a parrot makes fun of Sooki's big ears, long nose, and wrinkled skin, the "saggy baggy" elephant isn't too sure of himself. But once he meets some beautiful creatures who look just like him, Sooki celebrates with a joyful "one-two-three-kick." For over 50 years, parents and children have treasured this tale, with art by Gustaf Tenggren, the illustrator of The Poky Little Puppy.

Arizona and New Mexico Starwatch by Mike Lynch | Was $26.95 | Now $9.95* | With the down-to-earth style and far-ranging knowledge that have made him America's favorite stargazing instructor, Mike Lynch guides amateur and expert alike through the wonders of the night sky over Arizona and New Mexico. Southwestern stargazers can learn how and when to identify the major constellations at their states' latitude, the origins and movements of stars, the mythology of constellations, the phases of the moon, the planets, and even buying a telescope.

Wangari's Trees of Peace by Jeanette Winter | Was $17 | Now $7.95*
As a young girl growing up in Kenya, Wangari was surrounded by trees. But years later when she returns home, she is shocked to see whole forests being cut down, and she knows that soon all the trees will be destroyed. So Wangari decides to do something—and starts by planting nine seedlings in her own backyard. And as they grow, so do her plans. . . .

This true story of Wangari Maathai, environmentalist and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize, is a shining example of how one woman's passion, vision, and determination inspired great change.

*Quantities of sale books are limited. Many different titles available.
Red Star
We've reduced hundreds of hardcover and paperback books to just $2. To help you find the ones that are right for you, we've moved them all into the special Red Star $2 Sale cases near the back of the store. Have a look next time you're in!

gifts
Dream Catcher JarDREAM CATCHER JAR
Dreams can be promises you give yourself, or something that you share with someone you love. Dream Catcher Jars are the perfect place to store deep, heartfelt wishes. Each jar is hand-formed and then fired in an outdoor kiln to over 2000 degrees Fahrenheit. Molten hot, it is placed in a pit with dried brush and mesquite shavings that burst into flame. The varying conditions of this "raku process" assure that each piece is unique. Jars are 2" by 2". $17.99 each.

Mailbox Play SetMAILBOX & MAIL PLAY SET
This 14-piece hand-painted wooden mailbox from Melissa and Doug Toys is the perfect gift to encourage imaginative play in your curious toddler or preschooler. The letters and postcards help teach sorting and organization skills. The wooden mailbox features three big slots and two doors that open to remove mail -- one magnetically and one with the included key. Also included are colorful stamps that stick magically to each letter. When playtime is over, all the pieces fit neatly inside the mailbox. Mailbox is 16 inches tall; total weight of toy and all accessories is 8 lbs. Recommended for ages 3 and up. $29.99 each.

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