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Encourage your child’s love of the great outdoors this summer with fun nature toys from top brands like Melissa & Doug, Uncle Milton & Alex. Here are some of our favorites:

Sunny Patch Blossom Bright Gardening Tools
from Melissa & Doug

These adorable kid-sized gardening tools make it easy for the little ones to help out! Choose from a watering can, trowel, cultivator and sprinkler — or pick up the whole set! $3.49 - $17.59

Pet’s-Eye View Camera
from Uncle Milton

Ever wonder what your pet does when you’re away? Now you can find out with the Pet’s-Eye View Camera! This one-of-a-kind digital collar camera is water resistant and stores over 35 photos. Only $24.99 - you save 50%!

Ladybug Land
by Insect Lore

Watch tiny larvae bloom into adorable little ladybugs, catch them in action as they shed their skins, and then set them free in the backyard when they’ve outgrown their temporary habitat. Only $13.99!

With 4th of July coming up, travel is probably on your mind — and with kids, you’re probably worried about traveling safely when the little ones are in tow. At KidSurplus, we have some great items at low prices to help you navigate air, land, and water safely. From child harnesses to shades for car windows and strollers, check out what’s hot in child travel safety at KidSurplus:

See Me Adjustable Mirror
by Sunshine Kids

Keep the little ones in easy view! This adjustable rear view mirror measures 2.25″H x 4.75″W, allowing you to see the entire back seat without distortion.

Only $4.99!

Sesame Street Plush Harness
from Munchkin

Keep your child at a safe distance in crowded places with this Elmo-themed child harness. With a four-foot attachable handstrap. For children up to 42 pounds.

Only $15.99!

Flight Vest
from Baby B’Air

Keep baby safely in place during air travel with this innovative Flight Vest from Baby B’Air. For use with children up to 40 pounds; in two different sizes (for infants/newborns & toddlers).

Only $23.09!

Right now at KidSurplus.com, we are offering a great deal on Britax car seats! From now through June 30, 2009, you can save 15% on these super-safe seats from a leading manufacturer.

Having trouble determining which seat is right for your child? Check out the Britax “Fit My Child” tool, where you can enter your child’s weight, height, age, and seated shoulder height. Britax will guide you through a process that can be daunting or overwhelming — finding a car seat that fits both your and your baby’s needs.

Check out the great models we have available at KidSurplus!

Britax Advocate CS
Available in Kathryn (shown), Onyx, Opus Gray & Opus Tan

Holds children rear-facing 5 to 35 pounds; forward-facing 1 year and 20 pounds to 65 pounds.

Reg. Price: $369.99 - Now 15% Off!

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They dry our tears, make us laugh, play with us, and sometimes scold us… There’s nothing more special than a dad! Celebrate this Father’s Day with items made just for him. Because dads deserve pampering too!

Professional Brown Messenger Bag
From DadGear - $78.99 plus free shipping

This brown diaper bag is rugged & good-looking — just like dad! Modeled after the classic messenger bag, it incorporates a hands-free approach allowing him to change, feed & entertain baby without ever setting the bag down.

“I Love Dad” Bodysuit
From Carter’s - Only $5.99

Your little girl will be adorable in this pink-&-white polka dot bodysuit from boutique brand Carter’s… and dad will love the sentiment! Regularly priced at $9.00 — you save 33%.

My Dad is Awesome
By Nick Butterworth - Only $3.59

Warm, funny illustrations liven up these unabashed love songs to dads and grandpas everywhere who are awesome and amazing — and most deserving of applause! This sweet, full-color story is 40% off.

Slate Blue Cargo Jacket
From DadGear - $88.99 plus free shipping

This stylish jacket looks innocent enough, but it’s actually a revolutionary twist on the diaper bag. It features strategically placed pockets for all the essentials: wipes, cell phone, keys, MP3 player, and diapers up to #5 size… plus there’s an innocuous back pocket that comes with a thin changing pad!

Papa, Please Get the Moon for Me
By Eric Carle - Only $9.89

Featuring signature woodcut illustrations by artist Eric Carle, this book tells the story of a little girl who asks her father to fetch the moon for her to play with. Pages open and extend both outward and upward, telling the amusing story of just how her father accomplishes this difficult task.

Attention, New Englanders!

Are you going to be in the Vermont area this weekend? If so, stop by the KidSurplus First Annual Warehouse Sale, this Friday the 12th through Sunday the 14th. We’ll be offering deep discounts of up to 80% on toys, clothing, bedding, shoes, nursery furniture, books, everything for baby… and much more! With hundreds of brands like Corolle, Carter’s, Avent, Plan Toys, Stride Rite, Alex, Melissa & Doug, and Haba, you’ll be sure to find something that’s just right for your little one.

The KidSurplus First Annual Warehouse Sale!

Fri, Jun 12 9am-7pm / Sat, Jun 13 9am-6pm / Sun, Jun 14 10am-4pm

KidSurplus is located at 290 Boyer Circle in Williston, VT. This sale will be held in the warehouse, adjacent to the storefront. Hope to see you there!

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We’ve got loads of new books in, including some titles that parents may remember from when they were in school! Classic characters like Winnie-the-Pooh and his friends, Peter Rabbit, Ferdinand, and Dick & Jane come to life in these great titles:

Winnie-the-Pooh, by A.A. Milne. With beautiful illustrations by Ernest H. Shepard, this hardcover is a wonderful keepsake that children will cherish. Only $5.99!

Winnie-the-Pooh and Some Bees, by A.A. Milne - Storybook & Tape. Read this classic tale to the kids at bedtime, then pop the tape in the car cassette player for entertainment on the road. Only $4.99!

The Story of Ferdinand, by Munro Leaf - Book & Audio CD. The story of a docile bull who would rather smell flowers than engage in the bullfights in Madrid. Only $4.99!

The Snowy Day, by Ezra Keats. Follow the adventure of a little boy on a very snowy day in the city. Only $8.49!

Read with Dick and Jane: Go Away, Spot. Revisit fond memories of your own childhood as you share these Dick and Jane stories with your children. Only $6.99!

The Tale of Peter Rabbit, by Beatrix Potter. A beloved cautionary tale about a naughty, misbehaving rabbit named Peter, illustrated in color. Only $6.29!

Peter Rabbit: Shapes, Opposites and Sizes, by Beatrix Potter. Follow Peter on an exciting lift-the-flap adventure! Only $7.50.

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There’s still time to get suited up for summer fun. We’ve got a bunch of great new swimsuits in stock — particularly swim diapers, which are great for babies and toddlers who are just getting acquainted with fun in the water. These innovative trunks come in adorable prints for girls and boys, and eliminate the need for baby to wear a diaper. Sanitary, safe, and comfy, these swim diapers are available from great brands like iPlay, My Pool Pal, and Circo.

Also, keep in mind that this week we’ve got a great promotion going. Save $5 on your order of $50+ or $10 on your order of $100+! You’ll also receive free ground shipping on orders of $89+. Just enter promo code ROSEBUD at checkout. This offer ends 6/9/09, so act quickly! (See details.) It’s a great chance to stock up on great swimsuits, clothes, toys, books, and more from KidSurplus.

Hey, KidSurplus fans! You can now find us on Facebook. Become one of our fans and get the inside scoop on new arrivals and great promotions!

You can find our Facebook page here. It’s easy to become a fan — just make sure you’re signed in to your Facebook account, then click “Become a Fan” next to our picture (shown at right). Be sure to invite your friends to our page, too — this week we launched our very first Facebook & Twitter-exclusive offer. See you there!

Reading may not spring to mind as the #1 way to enjoy hot weather, but it really is a wonderful summer pastime. Whether you’re looking for a way to keep the kids entertained on those long summer drives or seeking out beach reading, we’ve got some great kids’ books — just in!

The Velveteen Rabbit, Margery Williams

This 1922 classic tells the story of a young boy and his favorite toy, a stuffed rabbit who wants to be real. A beautiful story about the transforming power of love. Only $3.59

Dream Machines, Mark Rogalski

This magnificent adventure takes readers on a fantastic quest through sea, land, and air in search of a very special star. The dust jacket unfolds to reveal an intricately board game. Only $8.99

Polar the Titanic Bear, Daisy Corning Stone Spedden

A charming story written by American heiress Daisy Corning Stone Spedden for her young son the year after her family escaped the doomed Titanic. The perfect family read-aloud. Only $5.99

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Expectant moms will be thrilled to know that we carry an outstanding variety of maternity items at deeply discounted prices. Maternity clothing, books & videos, nursing bras, skin care, maternity supplies — we’ve got it all, and at prices you’ll love!

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