My friend gave her best friend's baby a large library of her favorite children's books. I thought it was an awesome idea, especially since she can keep adding to it on the child's birthdays.

I have a couple of children's books that were translated from Russian. Perhaps a little search will turn up something quaint and appropriate along those lines. It would have the added bonus of showing your thoughtfulness towards the children's heritage.

I make sure to give my grandson books on every occasion. Now I've gone on to add music, too, most recently the Barenaked Ladies' new kids CD, Snacktime.

Karen