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Electronic Kits For Kids Make The Perfect Gift What makes a clock tick, a robot move, a radio play music, or how can a lamp light up a room when it’s dark? These are questions that inquisitive little minds want answers to. Most often we all take electronic devices for granted and simply enjoy the … Read more
On the surface, The Lego Movie feels like a shameless cash grab. Though beloved the world over, the Lego toys aren’t exactly known for their rich storylines. Recently the company has branched into video games and direct-to-DVD films with some success, coating popular franchises like Star Wars or Lord of the Rings in colorful animation … Read more
Playmobil toys have delighted children around the globe for the past 40 years and continue to be one of the most popular toys on the market. The 3 inch high plastic characters have a magical quality that inspires an unbelievable amount of creativity and imagination in children. These adorable characters are brought to life everyday … Read more
In a recent post (WHAT ADVENT CALENDARS I AM GETTING MY KIDS THIS YEAR) I talked about the Playmobil calendars I was giving to my kids so here’s a little follow up post with a picture. We are 8 days into the Playmobil calendars and the sets look really good! My boy is thrilled with … Read more
Construction Toys For Girls: GoldieBlox Inspires Girls to Learn About the World of Engineering Step aside Barbie and make room for the newest blonde role model in the pink aisle, GoldieBlox! This new toy is designed specifically for girls and is the epitome of girl power. Little girls today are, in most cases, being raised … Read more
“You Will Not Be Getting A Furby For Christmas Because”: Reasons Not To Buy A Furby The concept and the face of the iconic Furby is sure to be permanently burned into the minds of any 90s child or parent but, unfortunately, the current revival and new models mean there is no escaping this toy … Read more
Many parents are frustrated by the recent “makeover” of Disney’s Merida doll from the movie Brave. This frustration stems from the fact that the original version looks more like a real girl and not a glamorous princess. These concerned parents feel as though Disney is sending the erroneous message that the first likeness of Merida was … Read more
Microscope for kids: the perfect gift for a school age kid Children have a naturally inquisitive nature and a genuine desire to learn and understand the world around them. An excellent way to inspire and encourage a child’s interest in learning is with a microscope for kids. It’s never too early to get your kids … Read more