Warm weather has finally arrived and it’s the time of year when parents everywhere begin their hunt for the best outdoor toys to lure their kids from hibernation. After all, the best outdoor toys for kids keep the little darlings entertained and soaking up that vitamin D for as long as possible! To that end, here’s … Read more
Playmobil has been making little plastic smiling people for over 42 years. And each year they introduce new Playmobil sets of imaginative worlds in which their happy toy people can live. Playmobil has always insisted that kids “Make their own story,” and not let the latest movie, like Star Wars or Harry Potter, make it … Read more
The DreamWorks Trolls movies are still popular with kids and our picks for the best Trolls toys are sure to delight one of the young fans on your gift list. After all, what’s not to love about all that color, glitter, and happiness? There are plenty of Trolls movie toys to pick from, for both … Read more
The best toys for babies are full of color and texture and delight baby’s developing senses. Keep in mind that when you’re buying toys for babies for Christmas gifts or other occasions, you’re buying for mom and dad too. Because the best baby toys will hold the little dumpling’s attention long enough for mom or … Read more
The best learning toys for babies must also hold their interest and entertain them. After all, they won’t learn if they aren’t interested. Babies process the world around them every second they’re awake and the right learning toys in their environment have a positive influence on their development. Learning toys stimulate the senses, demonstrate cause … Read more
The best outdoor toys for tweens are the ones that get them away from whatever screen they’re gazing at, am I right? Between their computers, tablets, phones and the television, tweens and teens spend hours a day sitting and gazing…and sitting some more. To help you get the tween on your gift list off the … Read more
Welcome to our CHiP the Robot Dog Review! Mechanical pets have come a long, long way in the last 15 years. First there were the kind you controlled with a button attached by a wire (like the pitiful one described in our About story). Then came the Tamagotchi virtual pets, and now…actual interactive robotic pets, … Read more
Shimmer and Shine is a popular Nickelodean show about twin genies-in-training and their human friend, Leah. The show is such a hit with preschoolers and young elementary school kids, that a whole collection of Shimmer and Shine toys have been released since it started. If you’re looking for a birthday or Christmas gift for a girl … Read more
Poppy is the buoyant co-star in the Dreamworks movie, Trolls. There is a variety of toy merchandise associated with this movie, so of course, there is a Trolls Hug Time Poppy doll, since she is the star, after all. The move is a 3D animated musical comedy that, in true DreamWorks style, is a colorful feast for … Read more
What was lacking in the carefree world of the Littlest Pet Shop critters? Why, a Littlest Pet Shop Cruise Ship, of course! Who knew back in 2005, when the Littlest Pet Shop toy line was redesigned for Hasbro, that it would become one of Hasbro’s most successful lines? But the big question is…will their newest … Read more
The Disney live action tale of Belle’s adventures with her enchanted new friends inspired a beastly amount of Disney Beauty And The Beast toys. Of course, that’s not a bad thing, because there is a huge fan base for the charming live action movie staring Emma Watson. It’s only bad if you’re trying to pick a … Read more
The Star Wars Interactech Imperial Stormtrooper figure is included on the official Hasbro collector’s list of Hasbro Rogue One toys. How do I know this? I’m so glad you asked. 😉 I wrote a whole post where I covered every single toy on that list. Every. single. toy. (Well, those sold on Amazon, anyway.) By … Read more
Barbie pairs up with a decidedly different kind of pet in this Barbie and Hover Cat toy. Not only that, but she’s shedding her fashionable outfits and taking to the skies. And no, I don’t mean she’s begun a new career in streaking. Star Light Adventure Galaxy Barbie is all suited up and ready to … Read more
If you are buying a gift for a Star Wars fan, you might be thinking their eyes will light up with happiness no matter what Star Wars themed trinket you give them. And you might be right. But did you know there is an official collector’s list of Hasbro Rogue One toys so devotees can … Read more
The My First Crayola Mess Free Sand Scribbler toy was released last year and I’m updating our review now that it’s been out a while. First off, I’m a big fan of the My First Crayola toys. This line has several good quality creative toys for toddlers and preschoolers designed to inspire their inner Picasso. … Read more
If you know a kid who is a Hot Wheels fan, then you know how excited they get when they try out a new Hot Wheels Track Builder set for the first time. The challenge of building a new and more demanding route is addictive. The new Hot Wheels Track Builder Stunt Kit doesn’t disappoint … Read more