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Teaching Kids Recycling

April 17, 2022April 17, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
Teaching kids recycling is a fun way to teach the importance of environmental stewardship and help make the world a better place. Here are some tips. 

Teaching kids recycling is a fun way to teach the importance of environmental stewardship and help make the world a better place. Here are some tips.  Teaching kids recycling When growing up, kids learn to take care of the environment. This helps them develop several skill sets, including empathy and responsibility, and helps them learn […]

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The Latest Toys for Christmas

December 9, 2021December 9, 2021 ellen Leave a comment toys
a pile of presents wrapped under the tree

Looking for the latest toys for Christmas that all the kids want this year? Check out these great toys for Christmas and pick up a few soon before they sell out. There are only a few more weeks left to finish your Christmas shopping and I know just what you need to get. Keep reading […]

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Best Baby Music Toys

October 31, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
The best toys for babies are the ones that stimulate their senses and help them develop. Check out the best baby music toys for your little one.

The best toys for babies are the ones that stimulate their senses and help them develop. Check out the best baby music toys for your little one. Most of the baby toys you find in stores have a lot of bells and whistles, but they don’t actually teach your child anything or help him/her learn. […]

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Playmobil Family Fun Sets

September 6, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
Playmobil flamingos on the counter

Playmobil Family Fun toys include a wide variety of toys for children ages 4 to 10. These sets have everything your child needs to create the most epic vacation ever. Playing with figurines is so much more than a fun play activity for children. It allows them to act out scenes and different situations which […]

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Play Fighting Toys for Kids

August 22, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
wubble rumblers on the table

Physical play is one of the most important parts of a child’s development. It helps them to build confidence, learn about their bodies and how they work, develop social skills and make friends, and it strengthens muscles and bones. Check out these fun play fighting toys your kids will love. You may also want to […]

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The Coolest Beach Pail for Kids

August 12, 2021March 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
This collapsible beach pail set with toys is perfect for a day at the beach. It includes a carrying case, bucket, shovel, and sand toy! This set can be stored in your car or home easily because it collapses down to just a few inches tall when not in use.

This collapsible beach pail set with toys is perfect for a day at the beach. It includes a carrying case, bucket, shovel, and sand toy! This set can be stored in your car or home easily because it collapses down to just a few inches tall when not in use. If you’re planning on some […]

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Best Magnetic Building Blocks

July 29, 2021October 16, 2021 ellen Leave a comment toys
Check out the best magnetic building blocks for toddlers and preschoolers. These Swiss Made blocks are a great screen-free activity for kids.

Check out the best magnetic building blocks for toddlers and preschoolers. These Swiss Made blocks are a great screen-free activity for kids. Magnetism is a wonderful way to help toddlers learn STEM. And, these brightly colored plastic blocks are sized perfectly for smaller hands to hold and stick together. So, check out my top list […]

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Playmobil Dino Rise Toy Sets

July 17, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
The pieces that make up the Playmobil Dino Rise toys

Explore your child’s love of dinosaurs with the new Playmobil Dino Rise toy sets. Check out my thoughts on the latest Playmobil dinosaur toys. If you’re wondering how to get your child interested in dinosaurs, there’s no better way than by introducing a few popular dinosaur toys into their play routine. Have you checked out […]

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Best Kids Gardening Toy Ever

June 27, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
a little girl in the garden

Check out the best kids gardening toy ever! If you’re looking for outdoor garden toys that really work, I have one to recommend. If your child has shown some interest in those fairy garden pots I shared, why not take it a step further and let them grow something of their own? You can always […]

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Super Mario Balancing Game

April 3, 2021April 9, 2022 ellen Leave a comment toys
Have you seen the fun new Super Mario Balancing Game? These Super Mario games for ages 4 and up are the latest toys from Epoch!

Have you seen the fun new Super Mario Balancing Game? These Super Mario games for ages 4 and up are the latest toys from Epoch! These cool new Link System Toys are an easy way to teach your child about balance. After all, learning should be fun! Super Mario Balancing Game This new toy from […]

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