One key thing all dads (and moms) should be looking at when choosing a new toy is whether dad is going to have fun with it too. Quite often this aspect is overlooked and the new toy that was meant to give so much joy becomes a source of conflict or frustration between a child who wants to spend more time with dad, and the father who can't imagine playing “just one more game.” … [Read more...] about Five gifts for pre-readers that dads will play with too
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Last minute gift ideas contest – win John Lennon book!
Enter to win a copy of John Lennon, Life is What Happens, to be fedex-ed to you before Christmas. John Lennon --Life is What Happens celebrates the life and times of one of the most influential musicians in pop music history. A singer, songwriter, artist, social activist, husband and father, Lennon's genius inspired a generation -- and continues to do so today some 30 years … [Read more...] about Last minute gift ideas contest – win John Lennon book!
Last minute gifts for moms, some without leaving your seat
Right up until morning of December 25, there are still last minute gifts you can give to the mom in your life, whether she is your own mother, parenting partner or just a good pal. Here are a few ideas with the lateness of the hour in mind. 1. iTunes gift card - okay, it's not the most romantic gift in the world, but iTunes gift cards are appreciated in a way that most other … [Read more...] about Last minute gifts for moms, some without leaving your seat
Top 5 iPhone Apps to give to the Lazy Dad
Here's an excerpt from new "Her Side" feature at GreatDad.com. The author, Lilly Gordon, always has some salty impressions about dads and what motivates them. Throughout the centuries, man has been baffled by the complexities of woman. Her bewitching scent, beguiling eyes and that come hither hip wiggle. Women were made to entice men – and men were made to hunt, gather and … [Read more...] about Top 5 iPhone Apps to give to the Lazy Dad
5 Holiday gifts for tech dads 2010
Here are a few ideas for tech dads you might not have thought of for techy dads. But who isn't techy these days when grandma has an iPad and grandpa just extended his wireless network to reach out to the garage. Everything seems to have a technological component from outright electronics, to the choice of which plastics (or preferably glass or stainless) you want near your … [Read more...] about 5 Holiday gifts for tech dads 2010