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2011-12

’Tis Better to Give: Fun Family Volunteering for the Holidays

Kids feeding the Homeless at The Grove Family Meal. Photo courtesy: The Grove.
By: 
Kim Pleticha

At some point between Dec. 21 and New Year’s Day, every single family in Austin will at one time or another ponder the exact same question:

What the heck am I going to DO with these kids?

About: 

Kim Pleticha is the Publisher and Editor of Parent:Wise. Contact her at Editor@ParentWiseAustin.com.

Editor's Note: Everyone can be great

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By: 
Kim Pleticha

Everyone can be great because anyone can serve. You don't have to have a college degree to serve. You don't even have to make your subject and your verb agree to serve...

About: 

Kim Pleticha is the Editor and Publisher of Parent:Wise.

Tofurky Vegetarian Feast

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Price: 
$27

Non-vegetarians may make fun of Tofurky, but there’s no denying this vegan roast is really good.

Vegetarian Plus Vegan Ham Roll

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Price: 
$25 for 2.2 pound box with plum glaze

VegeUSA claims this vegan “ham” tastes exactly like the real thing. Well, not quite. Still, it’s darn tasty!

Truth Be Told

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Price: 
$20

Wonder what to do when Great Aunt Hilda and Cousin Jester descend on your house this holiday season? Break out Truth Be Told!

My BFF Doll

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Price: 
$150

If you’re looking for a fabulous gift for a doll-loving girl, look no further than the My BFF Doll.

American Girl Cecile and Marie-Claire

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Price: 
$100 each

Just in time for the holidays, American Girl has released its two newest dolls: Cecile and Marie-Claire.

Anti-Virus Penguins on Ice

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Price: 
$20-25

Made by the same folks as the Trucky 3 above, these logic games are perfect for slightly older kids (ages 6+) who like a little challenge with their fun.

Trucky 3 Multi-Level Logic Game

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Price: 
$27

From the makers of Tango come this logic game for little ones. Durable wooden trucks are fitted with 10 different puzzle pieces that offer some interesting challenges for kids ages 3+.

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