This week’s Roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners features apps, books, appliances + more just in time for the Holidays! Be sure to scroll through the entire list so you don’t miss any of our new award-winners! All the items you see below won a Mom’s Choice Award during December 1, 2019 to December 7, 2019.

Every week companies, inventors, and publishers from around the world send us their products for evaluation. Only the best earn our designation.

Where Does the Man In The Moon Go During the Day?
Written and illustrated by Jared Jackson

Have you ever wondered where the Man In The Moon goes during the day? From the time Mr. Sun rises in the morning, until he sets in the evening, the Man In The Moon is nowhere to be seen. If we can’t see Moon in the sky, does that mean he’s no longer there? Is he spending time with his friends, playing sports, doing chores, making music in a band, or maybe traveling the world? Where does the Man In The Moon go all day?

Children’s Picture Books:
Science & Technology

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When You Lived in My Belly
Written by Jodi Meltzer Darter; Illustrated by Caryn King & Jody King Camarra; Edited by NA

As a mom, Jodi Meltzer Darter answers, on average, one million questions per minute. One day, her son interrupted his endless “Why?” barrage to inquire about their innate bond: What was it like when I lived in your belly?

A delightful month-by-month storytelling of pregnancy from the perspective of both baby and mom, When You Lived in My Belly gives children a glimpse into a past they can’t remember, and takes moms back to a time they will never forget. It features kid-friendly descriptions of the developmental milestones babies reach in utero, coupled with the corresponding physical and emotional changes experienced by moms. This book also includes a page for moms to pen a personal note to their children about their individual pregnancy journey.

Children’s Picture Books:
Growing Up / Personal Growth

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What’s So Special About Today?
Written by Kelsey Clark; Illustrated by Ashley Belote

In her first story, Kelsey Clark has captured the simplicity of the American Dream. Through the eyes of her son and an everyday conversation between them, she highlights the joy she finds in being a mom and the simple truths of her faith. Meet a family with whom you will fall in love as you read and discover just what is special about today. –Stephen L. Wotring, Superintendent Preston County Schools, Pastor Pisgah United Methodist Church

Children’s Picture Books:
Inspirational / Motivational

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Tyler’s Promised Gift: Illustrated fictional story for preschool and elementary children.
Written and illustrated by M. C. Abushar, Ed.D.

Tyler gives away his long-awaited, hard-earned birthday gift to make a younger guest at his birthday party happy.

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Fiction – General

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The Wanderful Collection App Bundle

It’s like buying 6 Apps and getting 3 more Apps for FREE!

Get all the award-winning Wanderful Apps, now available together at a steeply discounted price in this Wanderful Collection Bundle.

Based upon classic children’s storybooks and originally published as Living Books, these interactive storybooks make language learning and reading fun for early learners and beginning readers of Spanish and English.

Read and play inside each of the fully animated pages, where everything comes to life for hours of delightful story fun. These Apps build word recognition and vocabulary, and are favorites of children, parents, and teachers world-wide.

Wanderful’s goal is to help children discover a lasting love of language through story exploration. We hope these Apps provide your family, children and students with hours of delightful reading and story play.

Educational Products:
Preschoolers

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The Tooth Fairy’s Tummy Ache
Written by Lori Orlinsky; Illustrated by Vanessa Alexandre

Ellie has been eagerly awaiting the day she can finally trade in her first baby tooth for a coveted prize from the Tooth Fairy. But when the time comes, the unthinkable happens! Ellie swallows her tooth!

Knowing she can’t disappoint the Tooth Fairy, Ellie decides to lie about what really happened to her tooth. But when her fib leads to big trouble in Fairyland, will Ellie be able to set things right again?

Children’s Picture Books:

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The Little Snow Boy
Written by Amos Knoll

A beautiful Christmas and Chanukah story. Ana created a snow angel and a snow-heart . It took lightning, a snow storm, love, warmth, compassion, a few drops of warm blood and good deeds to creating the miracle of life, Michael. Dreams can come true!

Children’s Picture Books:
Seasonal, Holidays & Festivals

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Spanish for Kids: LA GRAN COLECCIÓN

Join the language-learning celebration with this entertaining gift set of Spanish-learning videos and music that makes learning Spanish as easy as uno, dos, tres! LA GRAN COLECCIÓN combines live action – a diverse group of playful peers and adults — animation, and festive Latin music!

From numbers and letters to the seasons and birthday parties, the five Spanish for Kids videos offer a playful blend of live action and animation. The four Spanish for Kids CDs keep the language fun going with an irresistible mix of Latin rhythms that get children on their feet dancing and singing.

LA GRAN COLECCIÓN features lyrics and a translation guide for parents and teachers, as well as Spanish and English subtitle options for older children. The videos teach Spanish using the immersion teaching method most recommended by language acquisition experts. Packed with fun, laughter, and music, LA GRAN COLECCIÓN is an ideal introduction to Spanish for young children!

Educational Products:
Preschoolers

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Renegade Women in Film & TV
Written by Elizabeth Weitzman; Illustrated by Austen Claire Clements; Edited by Jenni Zellner

This stunningly illustrated celebration of extraordinary women in film and television intersperses fascinating historical profiles with *exclusive* interviews from contemporary icons like Amy Poehler, Rita Moreno, and Barbra Streisand. From 19th century trailblazer Alice Guy-Blache to 21st century groundbreaker Ava DuVernay, “Renegade Women in Film & TV” honors the women who succeeded against all odds, changing their industry onscreen and behind the scenes.

Young Adult Books:
Non-Fiction – General

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NumNum® Pre-Spoon GOOtensil

Designed for use with purees, home blends, and a variety of solid foods, a NumNum GOOtensil™ is a pre-spoon that makes self-feeding easier for little ones just starting utensils. Unlike a spoon, the head is flat, so there’s no scooping, no balancing, and no wrong way to hold it!

Gear & Accessories:
Feeding

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Maple Leaf Adventure
Written by Susan Harper

“This beautifully illustrated story is about an autumn journey as seen through the eyes of a maple leaf. It is a delightful reminder to all of us about the beauty that we see on our daily journeys, if only we take the time to look.”–Douglas G Lee, President Waynesburg University

Children’s Picture Books:
Nature & Weather

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IT CAN BE DONE: Students Leading an Exceptional America
Written by Lauren Hudson, Robert Hudson

America’s youth will soon be leading our country. How successful can they become? There is no limit. Dee, a poor boy, struggles to overcome obstacles in school and in life. He later strives to run a business and lead his family to the American dream. Cathy, a poor girl, yearns for recognition and acceptance. She later reaches out to those in need and labors to help transform her hometown. Cathy and Dee experience success, setbacks, heartache, and joy as they make their way in the world.

Isn’t it time for a new “greatest generation?” Students who read It Can Be Done will be inspired to learn, live and lead with traits which build success, such as hope, education, hard work, promoting freedom, and more. Their success can lead to America’s sustained renewal.

Young Adult Books:
Non-Fiction – General

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Heart of a Lion
Written by Willie Burton, Brenda Burton, Barry Kienzle

Brenda and Larry Burton adopted Willie as a baby, a baby with the odds against his survival. This book is about their struggle, their victories and defeats together as a family, and the drive of a young man to be a wrestler. Award-winning author, Barry Kienzle, met Willie and his family and worked with them to write their story for the world to read.

Young Adult Books:
Body, Mind & Spirit

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Dime Store Dolls
Written by Jane Foster; Illustrated by Ashley Teets

A sequel to Dime Store Days – award-winning author Jane Foster puts together an excellent history of dolls sold in 5 & 10 stores across America in the 1950s and 1960s. Detailed illustrations are vivid and colorful and will bring back fond memories to those who own and collect these dolls.

Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Non-Fiction – General

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DaVinci Deluxe Coil Dual-sided Crib & Toddler Mattress

The DaVinci Deluxe Coil Dual-sided Crib & Toddler Mattress is designed with 160 coils and polyester fiber fill for an extra firm sleeping surface that is GREENGUARD Gold certified and 100% non-toxic, so your baby can sleep safely and comfortably. This mattress features a waterproof, tear-resistant cover that will stay new through years of use. The Deluxe Coil Crib & Toddler Mattress is dual-sided to grow with your baby – use the firm side during the baby years and the cushier side for toddler years.

• GREENGUARD GOLD CERTIFIED
• DUAL-SIDED COMFORT
• SAFE
• DURABLE
• SNUG FIT

Gear & Accessories:
Bedding & Room Decor

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Cooking Class Global Feast!: 44 Recipes That Celebrate the World’s Cultures
Written by Deanna F. Cook

Food is a fun way to celebrate diversity, and in her new kids’ cookbook, best-selling author Deanna F. Cook leads young chefs on a tasty tour of global cultures and cuisines.

Kids gain practical kitchen skills through preparing breakfasts, drinks, snacks, dinners, and desserts from around the world. Alongside recipes for foods such as Irish soda bread, ANZAC biscuits, ramen noodle soup, and mango lassi, step-by-step photography and profiles feature children from a wide range of backgrounds honoring their heritage and preparing dishes that reflect their unique food traditions.

A pop-out food passport, world language flash cards, and flag stickers provide additional fun on their global food journey, while infographics encourage taste-test explorations of fruits, drinks, breads, vegetables, and ice creams from around the world. Kids will be inspired to expand their palates as they cook, discovering new flavors while developing pride and appreciation for the foods they’ve grown up with.

Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Cooking & Food

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Be Kind: You Can Make the World a Happier Place! 125 Kind Things to Say & Do
Written by Naomi Shulman; Illustrated by Hsinping Pan

In a world where people spend more time engaging through screens than in real-life interaction, showing basic human kindness can feel like a lost art. Be Kind offers children aged 5 and up simple, actionable things they can do in their daily lives that help them cultivate kindness toward others and grow into people with the capacity to make the world a kinder place.

In Be Kind, kids learn that kindness is a quality that can be expressed in ways other than merely being “nice,” including standing up for someone or something, engaging in a community, showing compassion toward other beings, and expressing gratitude.

On every page, Be Kind empowers kids to make the world a better, kinder place, one action at a time.

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Inspirational / Motivational

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Baby Food Maker

EVLAs baby food maker is very simple & easy to use, allowing you to create fresh, healthy, homemade baby food with the touch of a button. Forget juggling multiple pots and pans while your precious bundle of joy is screaming in the corner! Our multi-function baby food processor allows you to steam, blend, reheat and defrost … it even sterilizes and self cleans!

It’s also super easy to clean and includes a self-cleaning cycle which is the perfect time saver for busy moms.

Know exactly what you are feeding your little one! Our unique steaming cycle locks in nutrients, flavors and vitamins ensuring your little one benefits from tasty and healthy homemade food.

Its stylish, compact and sleek design makes it the ideal addition to your kitchen worktop but more importantly means … less clutter! It also makes the perfect premium baby shower gift

Miscellaneous:
Other

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