Looking for something a little out of the ordinary for your favorite little one? Here’s a few ideas we hope will help make your baby or toddler have a very Merry Christmas!
And just to keep your little ones safe remember these tips when shopping for toys:
- It’s a good idea to stick with brand names — big companies want you to trust their company.
- Avoid deep-discount stores that may sell cheaper, imported toys without brand names
- Online retailers like Amazon.com will email you if a toy is recalled
- Avoid used toys
- Stay away from toys with magnets or costume jewelry for toddlers
- Avoid any toy made wityh PVC (may be marked with a #3 recycling code)
- Avoid toys made with BPA (may be marked with a #7 recycling code)
And for more consumer info on toys you can check out these websites:
www.recalls.org toyinfo.org uspirg.org chej.org
Fisher Price Laugh & Learn Dance and Play Puppy
Fisher Price has been entertaining and teaching kids for decades and the Dance and Play Puppy shows they haven’t lost their touch!
Dance and Play Puppy features two modes of play to help your baby learn while having fun. Songs, phrases, movements, and games occur in both modes, helping your baby learn without even realizing that practical skills are being acquired.
As Dance and Play Puppy guides your baby through easy-to-follow motions, he will also make fun, surprising movements. His ears will sometimes move up and down as he sings, adding an extra level of engagement to both modes of play.
The Laugh & Learn Dance & Play Puppy is baby’s puppy friend that will encourage him to move, dance & sing along through familiar songs! With over 25 sung songs & phrases, baby will learn about ABCs & letters, counting & numbers, parts of the body, actions, manners, greetings & first words!
Fisher Price iXL Learning System
The ultimate handheld learning tool designed for kids. Fisher-Price iXL 6-in-1 Learning System is a great introduction to technology that provides plenty of fun learning activities for young children.
This sophisticated, yet kid-friendly toy features six distinct interactive options–such as a Digital Reader, Game Player, and MP3 Player–that will entertain and teach kids aged 3 to 7. By connecting this device to your computer you can add your own photos and music to the iXL, create profiles, and download extras that will enhance your child’s experience.
Melissa and Doug Trunki
If you know any child who travels then this is a great gift! (Of course Santa’s helpers know it will REALLY be appreciated by parents!)
Travel becomes fun again with Trunki, the ride-on suitcase from Melissa & Doug. With its versatile ride-on or pull-along design, Trunki allows children to propel themselves easily alongside their family, or be pulled along by their parents when they get tired. Trunki lets you wave goodbye to tears and tantrums and welcome a new feeling of exploration and fun into your child’s early travels.
The greatest travel innovation since the wheelie bag. Trunki allows children to ride their luggage through the airport or train station. This lightweight, durable, carry-on sized suitcase serves as luggage, riding toy, and transport for kids on the go. At home, Trunki is a convenient kid-friendly storage bin too. Features tow strap, carry handles, secure catches, integrated wheels and stabilizers to prevent toppling over. Holds up to 250 lbs.
Why Santa Loves Melissa and Doug:
Started in the garage at Doug’s parents’ house in 1988, Melissa & Doug has become one of the most popular toy makers in the world. Its toys have garnered dozens of awards and have been widely featured in national media.
Melissa & Doug toys meet all US consumer product safety regulations. The toys are tested at the factory of origin during various phases of the production process to ensure they meet the company’s stringent safety requirements. In particular, the paints and coatings on Melissa & Doug toys are tested frequently to meet or exceed government recommendations limiting heavy metals and lead in children’s items.
mamaRoo 2011
Even though you love to scoop up your little one and bounce and sway them in your arms sometimes you could use an extra pair of hands! The mamaRoo (Green) – 2011 is just the think to help you out — it moves just like you do! What sets the mamRoo apart from other bouncers and swings? It has five unique motions which will sway and entertain your little one during those times you are unable to do so. For Ages: Newborn – 6 mos old; 5-25 lbs.
Mobi Tykelight Glomate Plus
Here’s a cute little nightlight for baby’s (or toddler’s) room. The BPA-free light has an easy to clean surface that’s soft to the touch, it’s durable and impact resistant. Once illuminated, the all white GloMate can turn a constant blue, green, pink, or rainbow mode which cycles between all colors.
The hassle free Mobi Tykelight Glomate Plus turns on automatically when removed from the base, and the LED lights do not give off heat, so it’s cool to the touch.” The “Gentle Sleep” mode when activated automatically dims and shuts off the light after 15 minutes.
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Brainy Babys
Right now you can get 85% off the biggest holiday bonus ever at Brainy Babys!
You’ll find something for all ages — infants to 5+ years old. All designed to give any child a great head start. With the emphasis on early childhood education, these products will give any child a great start to their education.
For 15 years, The Brainy Company’s primary product line, Brainy Baby®, has been a pioneer and leader in educational videos for children, preschooler books, toddler learning games, flashcards for preschool and learning toys for infants. This award-winning line of kids learning tools introduces educational subjects such as: learn the abcs, shapes, animals, art, music and so much more. Brainy Baby® educational videos for children feature multiple ethnicities, inspiring original music, nursery rhymes and instrumental classics. Brainy Baby® has won over 75 national awards, including: Dr. Toy’s Top 100 Best Children’s Product, the Dove Foundation’s Seal of Approval, Parenting Magazine’s Top Videos of the Year and more.