Boards

Board Dudes Double-Sided Magnetic Dry Erase Markers, 4 Packs (14002UA-24)
$8.24
The markers are not poor quality but I was surprised at the difference between what I read and what I got.

The Amazon "Product Specification" says the type of marker is "chisel" but the markers I received are "medium point" (not chisel) which are not good for classroom teaching purposes because the line is too thin. This in itself is reason for returning them.

The package also states that the ink in "low odor" which does not work well for some types of white board. This was not specified in the Amazon description.

Additionally, this information is on the package of the product but not on the Amazon description:
"Do not shake." (I don't know why this would be specified???)
"Store horizontally" (I suppose because there is a tip at both ends???)
"Permanent on clothing and porous materials" (Hmmmm, is this normal???)
"Warning: This product contains small magnets. Swallowed magnets can stick together across intestines causing serious infections and death. Seek immediate medical attention if magnets are swallowed or inhaled." (This seems rather weird because you would really have to break strong plastic to get to those magnets.)

Boards That Make a Difference (J-B Carver Board Governance Series)
$38.00
This book is one of those books that has so much valuable material... that if you've checked it out of the library... you are likely to go out and purchase a copy so you'll have it around permanently to refer to.
If you are interested in re-inventing your board, want to focus on vision and get away from administrivia.. this book offers the direction on how to do it. Carver is the major player is making boards effective contributors to organizations, of defining what governance is and how to get there.

Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes (Baby Board Books)
$4.99
Cute book. Very colorful and interactive. My 14 month old likes it a lot, not to mention it's a good price.

Black Laptop Buddha Board
$32.95
The Buddha Board is an interesting concept. It's neat at first, but the novelty wears off quickly. Draw something, then it disappears... draw something, then it disappears. It would probably be more fun for a child than an adult. It would actually be great for kids because it just uses water and won't make a mess.