Kids Dallas - January 12, 2009

Gnawty Behavior

“No Biting, Louise,” by Margie Palatini

Your little piranha knows how to make an impression.

But a set of chompers to the arm is hardly an endearing introduction.

Time to meet Louise: the pigtailed alligator who gnaws herself friendless in Margie Palatini’s No Biting, Louise. The kooky tale follows Louise through a calamity of situations in which she fails to keep her kisser closed, despite her mom’s warnings.

The brightly illustrated book keeps kids in stitches and, though more lighthearted anecdote than lesson, reminds them that biting is bad.

Trust us, your babe will be champing at the bit to hear it again.

Available online at amazon.com.

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What: Learn the Barnyard Dance, the Moo Baa La La La song, and other Boynton sillies.
Why: Singing pigs say la, la, la!
When: Sat., 10 a.m.
Where: Borders, 5500 Greenville Ave. (214-739-1166).

BOND
A Day with Grandparents
What: Girls 6 and older nosh and play with Granny and Gramps.
Why: It’s all-American.
When: Sun., 4:30 p.m.
Where: American Girl, Galleria Dallas, 13464 Dallas Pkwy. (888-777-0010).

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Kid Slings by Hotslings
What: Mini slings for big bro and sis to tote their tots.
Why: Just like Mom.
When: Free hands for important tasks (like coloring).
Where: Peppermint Baby Boutique, 1778 N. Plano Rd., ste. 100, Richardson (214-623-5081).