Eight Web Sites You’ll Want to Bookmark

From a blogging baker featured on Martha Stewart to a company that animates your child’s drawing, we’ve surfed the Web to find some unique and creative sites for moms and kids. So take a minute (or longer) and check these out – but be warned, they may be habit forming.

For Moms

For all things handmade, visit www.etsy.com. You’ll find invitations, clothing, art work, jewelry, toys, vintage items and so much more. Interested in selling your own wares? Then join the more than 100,000 sellers from across the globe.

Tie-dye eggs kits. Fun and functional changing pads. Eco-friendly food storage containers. At www.coolmompicks.com, each day a new list of cool mom stuff is featured. Some of it will make you go “Why didn’t they invent that when I was a kid” or “I need a baby just so I can buy that”!

Even if you’re not a foodie, it’s hard to resist this gal’s baking banter (and she’s from Georgia!). At bakerella.blogspot.com, she shares how to bake everything from Easter Bunny Cake Pops to butterscotch pie. Her blogging has even landed her on the Martha Stewart Show.

Looking for the perfect gift for the relatives who have everything? Then send them a custom video created from your child’s drawing! Littledirector.com animates drawings, adds voiceovers and can even add extra characters, making it a gift they’ll never forget.

For Kids

If there’s a little girl in your house, she’s sure to love americangirl.com. The site allows girls to learn more about the historical characters portrayed by the American Girl dolls, play games, send e-cards and see behind-the-scenes videos from AG magazine shoots.

Have a budding scientist in the family? Then Bill Nye’s the Guy. A scientist, engineer, comedian, author and inventor, Nye has dedicated his life to making science fun and accessible. Billnye.com features scientific experiences kids can try at home, cool science facts and much more.

Take a break from the TV and let your kids experience some fun from yesteryear. At kiddierecords.com, you can download to your computer or iPod vintage children’s records. You’ll find gems like Mister Ed, Cinderella, the Lone Ranger, Tom and Jerry, Robin Hood and much more.

Our wide, wonderful earth awaits kids of all ages at kids.nationalgeographic.com. The site teems with cool videos, games, stories, activities and more. Get the facts on Clown Anemonefish, Atlantic Puffins or any of the hundreds of animals featured on the site.