I have to update and upgrade my review because I've found Marshalls to be a great place to go for children's books, toys, and clothes!  When the children's books go on clearance, you could easily get them for $1 or $2 each.  Normally priced, I'd say the books sell for at least 30% less than retail.  As far as the children's clothes are concerned, I have found some of the same items at Costco for the same price, so it would be a toss up on where you'd rather buy those from.  But in either case, they are significantly cheaper than retail, probably by almost half.  Kids go through everything so quickly, so this is a great place to get name brand stuff for less.