Finding clothes that transition from the cold of winter to the warmth of spring isn’t always easy. Layer long-sleeve tees under short sleeves, try cargo pants that can morph from long to short and pair leggings with skirts to keep legs warm. These looks from JCPenny, for girls: Knit Klorles Crop Hoodie with Tee, $29.99; Arizona Denim Cheer Skort, $26.99; Arizona Leggings in Pink, $19.99; Arizona Clog in Pink, $14.99. In stores or www.jcp.com. For boys: Arizona Jacket, $19.99; Arizona Striped Polo, $14.99; Arizona Khaki Cargo Pants, $19.99; Okie Dokie Sandals in Olive Green/Khaki, $14.99. 
Community ConscienceHuntington-based musician Patricia Shih tackles
complex social issues like race on a level that young children can understand in her new CD, The Power of One ($14). With 12 songs including “What if We All Met in the Dark” and “My 99 Neighbors” the CD received a Gold Award from the 2007 National Parenting Publications Awards and a 2007 Parents’ Choice Approved Award. Visit www.patriciashih.com.
Spectacular Soirée
Give your daughter the party of a lifetime at Lady Dane’s Tea Party at the Enchanted Cottage. Hostess Debra “Lady Dane” Banks, a certified etiquette consultant, offers theme parties and etiquette programs for all ages. Lady Dane’s Tea Party at the Enchanted Cottage, Clock Tower Plaza, One Schwab Rd., Melville, 631-673-5414 or www.ladydanesteaparty.com
Fore Fun
Get your girl out on the links this spring with a Barbie Golf Set ($39.99) from Mattel and Sports Source. The set includes a driver, iron and putter, as well as a carry bag, U.S.G.A.-approved golf ball and visor. Available at Target.
Snuggle BugGive baby the luxury treatment with Cuddly Wuddlees ($39.99), a chenille baby blanket designed especially for the smallest members of the family. Available in 20 designs, the blankets can be purchased at Denny’s Childrenswear, 6401-K Jericho Tpke., Commack, 631-499-2504 and Details,
184 Main St., Port Washington, 516-944-3800
or visit www.cuddlywuddlees.com.