Here’s a bodysuit that sends a green message in more ways than one. The “Ask Me About My Compost Pile” bodysuit by Uncommon Goods is made of organic cotton and printed with soy inks, making it eco-friendly. Its message is also environmentally friendly, and tongue-in-cheek. This would make a great gift for a new baby or as a statement for your own eco-conscious baby. You can purchase this cute bodysuit at UncommonGoods.com for $28.

I think these Pewter Angel Coins by Uncommon Goods would make lovely tokens for holidays. When you have guests over for a holiday dinner, before they go out into the cold night air, you could give each a hug and a kiss and press a charming Angel Coin into their hand. Or, you could include a coin in a gift, or even drop some into a Christmas card envelope.

There are 12 Pewter Angel coins in a set and they come with an attractive pouch. Visit UncommonGoods.com to order them for just $16 per set of 12. Enjoy the Holidays! Make them special for someone you love.

Things that move, swirl, and flow, and don’t make a mess on the floor make everyone happy. These are certainly very unusual blocks compared to the ones I used to play with as a child. I’m sure I’d be right down there on the carpet with my children playing with these Water Blocks by Plan Toys.

There’s just something about the movement of water that captures our attention — whether we’re adults or toddlers. I’ve noticed that children will tend to toss or step on blocks after a while but I think these Water Blocks will hold their attention a little longer. With the addition of colored water, these could be the building blocks of a sea port or their own Sea World.

The Water Blocks by Plan Toys was the Teachers’ Pick in Parent & Child 2004. The set includes three square blocks with red, yellow and blue water, and three semi-circle blocks with red, yellow and blue water. Made from sustainable rubberwood, it’s appropriate for ages 3 and up.

The Water Blocks by Plan Toys measure 4.25″ x 5.5″L and can be purchased for $30 at UncommonGoods

The preschool years are probably the most opportune time for your child to absorb learning — whether it’s language, math, or social skills. We all want to give our children a head start for school and a good way to do that is finding ways to make learning fun.

This Magnetic Weiner Dog by Jack Rabbit Creations has plenty of material for learning. Your child gets to decide how long the dog will be; how many colors to use,  and in what order the different sections will be put together. The learning opportunities can go on for as long as your child’s imagination can come up with ideas. The magnets inside the plush toy sections add more fun as your child explores the forces of magnetic attraction.

The dog comes in a clear plastic bag for easy travel and pick-up. It is made of polyurethane foam and polyester/cotton mix, and is imported from China. The Magnetic Weiner Dog by Jack Rabbit Creations is on sale for $19.95 at UncommonGoods; however, it is being discontinued, so if you want one, act now!

I like the simplicity of these darling animal lamps. They actually look like those small kitchen appliance covers you buy for the toaster or coffee makers. They especially look lightweight, nothing too bulky or heavy for baby’s room. And, they’re fun to look at, which is a help for children who have a hard time settling down at night.

The more I look at these Smaller Than a Breadbox Animal Lamps, the more I think they look like characters from a story book that just popped off the page. Turning on the animal lamp could become a signal to your child that it’s story time (followed by bed time) and even compliment a story on farm animals or other similar theme.

The Smaller Than A Breadbox Animal Lamp comes in Frog, Piggy, Puppy, Kitty and Monkey. It costs $20.00 at UncommonGoods.

This Child-Rearing Roulette Parental Pointers Gift Set would make a fun gift for new parents. The way it works is simple: when it’s time for baby to be changed, or fed, or bathed, etc., parents won’t have to argue over who did what last - just spin the “Wheel of Responsibility” and end the discussion.

Most likely, both parents are totally involved in raising baby, but some days can be pretty tough whether you’re the one at home all day with baby or the one coming home after a long day at the office. Without meaning to, tensions can run a little high when we’re tired and strained. Something like this Parental Pointer game can ease some of the stress and add a little fun to the necessary routines. The less stressed and more relaxed mom and dad are, the better for baby. So take a time out when you both need it and “don’t sweat the small stuff.”

The Parental Pointers Gift Set includes a book on safe handling tips. Purchase one for $25.00 at UncommonGoods.