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June 9, 2008

Strap Star

Baby Bisou Baby Carriers

Strollers. Prams. Buggies.

Been there, pushed that.

Move in a new direction with the Baby Bisou infant and toddler carrier. The sturdy, all-cotton baby-wearing system is a modern take on the Mei Tai, a child sling used in Asia for centuries.

Long shoulder straps and a buckled waistband allow you to carry baby (from 3 months to 40 pounds) on your front or back. Styles are reversible and come with a choice of prints inspired by Scandinavian and Japanese textiles.

For a different look, there are just-launched ring slings featuring hand-spun silk that’s folded origami style.

Talk about hot seats.

Available online at babybisou.com.

This Week for Kids

SEE
Chagall for Children
What: Kids learn about color, composition, and texture at the hands-on exhibit about the Russian artist.
Why: Painted love.
When: Tues.-Aug. 31. Mon., 9:30 a.m.-noon; Tues.-Sat., 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., noon-5 p.m.
Where: Kohl Children’s Museum, 2100 Patriot Blvd., at Lake Ave. (847-832-6600)

HEAR
Chicago Children’s Choir
What: Hear Broadway hits, soul jams, and international music from South Africa and Korea.
Why: Harmony loves company.
When: Thurs., 6:30 p.m.
Where: Jay Pritzker Pavilion, at Millennium Park, Michigan Ave. & Randolph St. (312-742-1168).

WRITE
Nightmare Snatchers
What: Beastly looking journals absorb scary thoughts and visions.
Why: Snatch them if you can.
When: On any fright night.
Where: Online at nightmaresnatchers.com.