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Thursday, April 28th, 2011
It’s the Birthday Sale you’ve been waiting for!
Our fabulous wooden toys, art supplies, clothing, books, feeding items, baby basics, mobiles, decor and so much MORE!
Gorgeous, stylish and fun clothing for infants, big boys & girls ( yes, we now go up to size 10 years!) including rain boots and jackets, sandals and sneakers, bathing suits and hats, cool shorts and graphic tees, pretty sundresses and skirts, sweet sleepers and onesies, cool underwear and tanks……
See you there! Rain or shine!
*Strider Bikes, Beco Special Edition Melody Print Carriers, See Kai Run, Native and Tom’s Shoes are not included in this sale.
Tags: Baby Basics, Commercial Drive, Kids Clothing, Kids Shopping Vancouver, Organic, Port Moody, Sale, Wooden Toys
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Tuesday, April 26th, 2011
In his first book for children, renowned artist Yoshitomo Nara tells the charming story of a puppy so large that no one notices him until a determined little girl climbs high enough to meet him and become his friend. A sweet tale from an artist for whom childhood holds a magical appeal, The Lonesome Puppy is sure to delight young readers and Nara fans of all ages. Yoshitomo Nara is one of the most popular and influential contemporary artists in Japan, whose work, often featuring little girls and puppies has attracted a worldwide following. This is his first book for children. He lives in Tochigi, Japan.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast (and growing!) selection of amazing children’s books on Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody location. Try to swing by Wednesday mornings… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Books, chronicle books, Community, Education, Port Moody, Reading, The Lonesome Puppy, Wednesday Morning Story Time, Yoshimoto Nara
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Tuesday, April 19th, 2011
In this imaginative ABC, acclaimed artist, designer and children’s author, Bruno Munari shows how fun letters can be. From an Ant on an Apple to a Blue Butterfly to a Cat in a Cage, Munari pairs words in whimsical ways until Fly frees itself from its page, lands on the Hat, buzzes near the Ice Cream and provides the final sound for Zzzzz.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast (and growing!) selection of amazing children’s books on Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody location. Try to swing by Wednesday mornings… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Books, chronicle books, Community, Education, Entertainment, Port Moody, Reading, Wednesday Morning Story Time
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Tuesday, April 12th, 2011
Olives, trees, pickles, peas . . . What do they have in common? All of them are green! In her debut picture book, Laurie Rosenwald-a New York-based designer explores the world of color through humorous poetry and dynamic collages. Pink flamingos aspire to be ballerinas, yellow taxis screech to a halt at red stop signs, and black cats relax with the morning crossword puzzle.
More than just an introduction to basic colors, this book shows how colors interact and enrich our everyday lives. Clever rhyming text and bold, graphic illustrations are sure to make this book a favorite read-aloud.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast (and growing!) selection of amazing childrens’ books on Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody location. Try to swing by Wednesday mornings… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Books, chronicle books, Community, Education, Entertainment, Port Moody, Reading, Wednesday Morning Story Time
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Sunday, April 10th, 2011
Last Monday we dropped off almost 1 tonne of food to the Greater Vancouver Food Bank!! The lovely man in the picture said he was very, very impressed and even knew our shops having bought a puzzle from us. That made our hearts sing!
At the beginning of our Share the Love Food Drive, we were a little discouraged. No one was bringing food! We kept hearing that it was such a great idea, but where was the food? Were people confused? Was it just another art installation, what were we doing?? With a little personal explanation to our clients, we were able to fill both the Port Moody and Commercial Drive windows with lots food for the Food Bank. In the end, our lovely communities pulled together and made a huge donation possible. A special big thanks to our neighbour, Havana Restaurant, who donated a whopping 100 cans. And, another big thanks to Peter, who got to use his new truck and his muscles to transport the goods!
Once again, we thank you and the Vancouver Food Bank thanks you.
As promised, we have held a draw for two $50 gift certificates to dandelion KIDS and x2 Danica Chef’s Apron & Hat sets. And the winners are:
$50 Gift Certificates- Audey Korpus and his son will have fun spending their gift certificate as will Melissa Reid for her newborn baby!
Chef’s Apron/Hat sets – Annie Tomljanovic’s 3 year old daughter, Lara (see photo below!) will be stylin’ in the kitchen and so will June Thompson’s little one.
If you didn’t have a chance to donate, please take the time to drop off your donations at Greater Vancouver Food Bank, located at 1150 Raymur Avenue, 5 minutes from dandelion KIDS on the Drive.
Our end result…
Tags: Commercial Drive, Community, Danica, Donations, Family, Food Bank, Food Drive, Gift Certificates, Port Moody
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Tuesday, April 5th, 2011
All of the shoes in the store are plain and dull except for one pair: the apple red shoes, just waiting to be picked. The little girl knows they are the shoes for her, but can she convince her mom? This cheerful tale is matched with charming illustrations that depict the fashions of the 1960′s.
The Red Shoes is written by Eleri Glass and illustrated by Ashley Spires.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast (and growing!) selection of amazing children’s books on Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody location. Try to swing by Wednesday mornings… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Award-winning Children's Books, Books, Books for Young Children, Education, Gifts, My Friends, Port Moody, Reading, Spring is Here, Taro Gomi, Wednesday Morning Story Time
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Tuesday, March 29th, 2011
Who do you think of when you see a hammer and a saw? A carpenter! What about a shovel and a watering can? In Taro Miura’s deceptively simple book, children will discover more than sixty different tools, both familiar and new. Even the youngest readers will find the striking images engaging, and older children will be fascinated by the chance to guess which profession uses each set of tools before they turn the page. A wonderful tour of a variety of jobs and the tools they use to fix, build, and create.
Taro Miura is a multiple-award-winning illustrator and graphic designer. He lives in Japan.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast selection Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody store. Try to swing by every Wednesday morning… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Books, Education, Gifts, Local Authors, Port Moody, Reading, Taro Miura, Wednesday Morning Story Time
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Thursday, March 24th, 2011
Twitter Tuesdays are moving to Twitter Thursdays at dandelion KIDS. Just in time for the weekend!
Follow us on Twitter and every Thursday at 9 am, we’ll Tweet out a special deal about a product that we’re super excited about along with a promo code that lasts for that day only. Twitter Thursdays are for both our shops including dandelionkids.ca. We will give you a code that you will enter at check out.
We’d love it if you RT (ReTweet) it so your friends can join in too!
Tags: Deals, Fun, Sale, Shopping Port Moody, Shopping Vancouver, Twitter, Twitter Thursdays, Twitter Tuesdays
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Tuesday, March 22nd, 2011
Using simple words and bright illustrations, author-illustrator Taro Gomi takes children on a playful tour of the four seasons. Plus, if there is time, we will read My Friends as well!
Taro Gomi is a resident of Tokyo, Japan, and has illustrated more than 100 books for children.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast (and growing!) selection of amazing children’s books on Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody location. Try to swing by Wednesday mornings… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Award-winning Children's Books, Books, Books for Young Children, Education, Gifts, My Friends, Port Moody, Reading, Spring is Here, Taro Gomi, Wednesday Morning Story Time
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Tuesday, March 15th, 2011
The Boy From the Sun by Duncan Weller.
Three gloomy children sit on the sidewalk when a little boy with a yellow, shining head floats down beside them. He takes them on a journey through the wonders of nature. Evocative illustrations combine with poetic text in this enchanting story about taking the time to appreciate the natural world.
Duncan Weller recently won the top Canadian illustration prize, the Governor General’s Award for Children’s Literature, Illustration. He both writes and illustrates his children’s picture books. His adult paintings combine traditional working methods with new technologies culminating in DVD/CD projects enlisting the help of animators and musicians. A retrospective of his work was held at the Thunder Bay Art Gallery from April 4 to May 18, 2008. Duncan now spends equal time writing adult works, poetry, short stories, and is currently working on a screenplay for a film to be shot in Thunder Bay.
About Wednesday Morning Story Time: We will be reading a different book from our vast (and growing) selection of children’s books Wednesdays at 10:30 am at our Port Moody store. Try to swing by every Wednesday morning… and we’ll read to your child while you can enjoy the book, browse, shop or just daydream. If you like the book we’ve read, you will be able purchase it at a special price on the day of the reading.
Please RSVP with a phone call or email so we have an idea of how many pillows to put out.
We look forward to seeing you on Wednesday mornings!
Tags: Award-winning Children's Books, Books, Education, Gifts, Louise Fatio, Port Moody, Reading, Robert Duvoisin, The Happy Lion, Wednesday Morning Story Time
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