This plush gadget protector offers a friendly barrier of protection from kiddie wear and tear.
Giveaway: Disney Princess Bath Toys
December 10th, 2011 
Erica Back by popular demand – another opportunity to win a cool batch of Disney Princess bath toys! We’re giving away a second batch of the Disney Princess Swimming Ariel doll AND The Ariel & Sisters set – together! You can see my complete write up to learn more about them here. Loading… RafflecopterSettings = { Read More →
News: Party Day for NOOK
December 9th, 2011 Erica Kiddie music queen Laurie Berkner and Barnes & Nobles have joined forces to create an original book for the NOOK. Laurie’s popular Party Day! will debut as an interactive musical ebook on December 15th. It will be available for the NOOK Color and NOOK Tablet. Children will be able to engage in 6 animated activities Read More →
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Happy Giddy Bowling Set
December 1st, 2011 Erica Bowling sets are a sure winner in my book if you have a toddler. It’s a simple game with a lot of benefits: hand-eye coordination, practice in repetition, developing fine motor skills, and even creativity with lining up the pins. This Happy Giddy Bowling set is an adorable option for that kind of entertaining play. Read More →
Giveaway: Squinkies For Boys
November 30th, 2011 Erica They’re the Squinkies we all know and love – for boys! These favorite bubble toys now come in fun characters to collect like cars, robots, ninjas, and aliens, just to name a few. There are also several bubble battle pack series to choose from including Marvel Universe, Hot Wheels, Disney/Pixar Cars and more! The popular gumball style coin dispenser is Read More →
Grandma’s Records
November 29th, 2011 Erica The backdrop: summer in New York City. Grandma’s Records is a sweet tale about a boy who spends every summer with his Abuelita (grandmother). She routinely plays records from her native Puerto Rico, helping her grandson understand the love of music, culture and homeland. The two eventually get invited to a wonderful concert, with a Read More →
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Hearts For Hearts Girls
November 23rd, 2011 Erica I love toys that promote diversity, and the Heart For Hearts girls do that and more! Meet Dell, Rahel, Consuelo, Nahji, Tipi and Lilian. Representing 6 different countries (USA, Ethiopia, Mexico, India, Laos and Belarus), a portion of each doll purchase goes to help children’s charities in those countries; made possible through the humanitarian organization Read More →
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Let’s Rock Elmo
November 21st, 2011 Erica It seems Elmo is always reinventing himself, and this year is no different! Let’s Rock Elmo is ready to perform with you. And if your kids are anything like mine, they will need little convincing to jam along. Like other Elmo dolls, he’s interactive and sings. In addition to his staple, Elmo’s World, he also Read More →
Woogie 2
November 18th, 2011 Erica I’m sure many of you hear it constantly: “Can I play with your phone?” I sure do! Let’s face it, your phone is their phone some days. But if you fear the drops, the dings and the general child wear and tear, you may like the Woogie 2. Part stuffed friend, part gadget (for iPhone or Read More →
Posted in Books and Toys, Gear and Doodads, Tweens Tags: gadget protector, iphone, movies, videos No Comments » Gift Guide: Hot For the Holidays
November 16th, 2011 Erica Santa may need some extra gift ideas this holiday season. Here’s a list of some hot must-haves the kiddos will surely love! As Seen on NBC San Antonio. Easy Bake Oven www.hasbrotoyshop.com Let’s Rock Elmo www.amazon.com Woogie www.griffintechnology.com Leap Frog Leap Pad Explorer www.amazon.com Scrabble Scoop www.hasbrotoyshop.com Math Slam www.educationalinsights.com Sunny Patch Happy Giddy Read More →
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