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Horton Hatches the Egg

March 11th, 2010 · No Comments · Books

Review By JESSICA ALMY I’m just crazy about Dr. Seuss’s elephant Horton.  Horton Hatches the Egg is quintessential Horton. He’s heroic, true to his word, and unwavering in his commitment to do good. When a momma bird needs a break from her nest, Horton reluctantly takes over, keeping her egg warm over the course of months. When […]

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Holiday Shopping: Books and Online Stores

November 19th, 2009 · No Comments · Books

This year, Santa is bringing kiddo books!  In celebration of the winter holidays, I’ve compiled two lists for you: one of the books that have gotten top reviews on Vegbooks and the other of online storefronts that benefit veg-related charities. Vegbooks Favorite Reads Busy Kitties by John Schindel and Sean Franzen – ages 0-3 Who […]

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Horton Hears a Who! (2008)

November 13th, 2009 · No Comments · Movies

Review By JESSICA ALMY I absolutely adore Dr. Seuss’s storybook Horton Hears a Who! and the 1970 animated short of the same name (sometimes included with the old Grinch on DVD). So when I heard that talents Jim Carrey, Steve Carell, and Carol Burnett were teaming up to do the voice work for a full-length feature […]

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Horton Hears a Who!

November 4th, 2009 · No Comments · Books

Review By JESSICA ALMY Dr. Seuss’s classic is a fantastic way to teach your kids about the importance of sticking up for the defenseless.  When Horton the Elephant hears the microscopic Whos on a speck of dust, he doesn’t stop to question whether his interests should override theirs.   Instead, he does everything in his power […]

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