If you're like us you love the holidays but not necessarily the hunt for a parking space and hustle and bustle of a crowded mall. We've discovered a few online shopping sites that are definitely worth perusing. You may even want to pass the links on to parents via e-mail or newsletter.

This first site is compelling because it gives 105 different ways to give a book as a gift. Book titles are cleverly paired with other items, for example:

A detective book and magnifying glass.

A poetry book with a magnetic poetry set.

Might Casey with a ball and bat.

105 choices that will spur your own ideas and creativity and help you foster a passion for books in your loved ones.

http://www.motherreader.com/2009/11/105-ways-to-give-book.html

This site is a gift giving guide that let's you browse by age and price range to find the best toys to stimulate your child's brain and sense of fun!

http://www.education.com/gift-guide/all-grades/2009/under-10/page4/

This last site will introduce you to the best music of 2009 for kids and their families. You'll be tapping your toes to the samples provided.

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=121026519