Gallop! A Scanimation Picture Book
What a delightful book! From a galloping horse to a fluttering butterfly, this book is very clever in its technique. Through the use of Scanimation the pages come alive in motion as the pages are turned. Kids can’t resist turning the pages over and over again. This book is sure to mesmerize children age 18 months – 5 years old. GALLOP
Tags: books, children, scanimation
Posted: February 28, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 1-3 yrs (Toddler), 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), Toys/Games/Books | No comments yet 
Construction Tools Utensil Set
What a great way to encourage your tike to eat their food. This utensil set comes with a bulldozer pusher, fork lift fork, front loader spoon and is loads of fun.. Finally, kids can play with their food without getting in trouble. BPA free, PVC-free and phthalate-free, Cost: $18 CONSTRUCTIVE EATING
Posted: February 23, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 1-3 yrs (Toddler), 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), Food | No comments yet
Celestron SkyScout Personal Planetarium
Have you ever looked up at the sky at night and wonder whether you’re looking at the big dipper or the little dipper? Well, this revolutionary device will tell you using GPS. And if you want to locate a star or planet, simply select the name from the menu and follow the arrows through the viewfinder. Once you find the what you are looking for, the SkyScout will give you facts and trivia about the object you are looking at. The SkyScout has a built-in database that can locate over 6,000 stars, planets and constellations. This is a wonderful learning tool for your child, if they can prie it out of your hands. SKYSCOUT
Posted: February 19, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), Educational, Toys/Games/Books | No comments yet
Woolly Sheep by Haans-Peter Krafft
Have your very own flock of sheep in your home. Perfect to count your way to slumber, sit on, or cuddle up on. These meticulously crafted wool over hemp body, stuffed with sawdust have leather ears and solid beechwood head and legs are crafted by German designer Hanns-Peter Krafft in 1982. They come sold separately in three sizes, and of course you can buy the black sheep of the flock. These are the perfect addition to your nursery, bedroom, study or eclectic living room. Available at VIVRE
Posted: February 17, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 0-1 yrs (Baby), 1-3 yrs (Toddler), 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), Furniture/Home Accessories | No comments yet
Sitting Bull Fashion Bag
Want comfortable, water & stain resistant seating that you can easily move from room to room and is cool and stylish to boot? That’s what the Sitting Bull Fashion Beanbags are. Yes, I said beanbags. Not your 70’s era beanbags, that were made out of vinyl and leaked out little polystyrene beads everywhere. Beanbags have made a comeback and are better than ever. These beanbags are so cozy, makes you want to snuggle in and read a book or watch a movie. And you don’t have to worry about your little ones falling off or injuring themselves like a regular chair. Only problem you may have is getting your kids to share. comes in two sizes, Large & Mini for the kids. Available at Design Public.
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Posted: February 12, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 1-3 yrs (Toddler), 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), For Parents, Furniture/Home Accessories | No comments yet
Time-Out iphone Application
I came across this iphone application during my weekly scan of new applications. This one maybe useful. Some children really respond to timers as if it’s the authority. Here’s how it works: you first have to do the initial set-up of your children’s names, up to four kids, and the time-out durations. Once that is set-up, you can start a time-out with a single click, and this can be done concurrently. You can shorten or add time as you see fit. Once the time-out is complete, an alarm sounds. For 99¢ it’s worth a try. Available at Apple itunes
Posted: February 9, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 1-3 yrs (Toddler), 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), For Parents | No comments yet
Custom Paper Toys
Here is something you can do that is free. I came across this website created by Cartoonist and Illustrator Matt Hawkins. It’s called Custompapertoys.com. There you will find downloadable paper toys you can make with your kids. Just download the template, cut the pieces and glue together. These are really fun and creative. Some are even political, like the “Build-O-Bama”. Check out all the different characters and creatures you can make, and have fun! CUSTOM PAPER TOYS
Posted: February 3, 2009 | by Julie
Filed under: 3-5 yrs (Pre-school), 5-12 yrs (Big Kid), Toys/Games/Books | No comments yet
