Still looking for a gift?

Then look no further. The always creative, ever smart MotherReader has compiled a wonderful gift list, called "Twenty One Ways to Give a Book."

Inspired by Alan Silberberg's "books make great gifts" web-cartoon, Mother Reader has been on a roll. She also recommends funny books here.

Gift Books from the Times.

It's that time of year again, whether we like it or not. Fortunately we have Amanda Craig to the rescue for the Times. She recommends the best book gifts for children ages 2-10.