The Disney Pixar Cars 2 movie has inspired many fun Cars 2 toys. However, I would have never thought that these simple little cars would evolve into being one of the coolest iPad accessories for kids. After purchasing a package of the Cars 2 AppMATes, download the free app and drive your favorite character right on top of you iPad through Radiator Springs. Click here for a full review of the Cars 2 AppMATes.

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For those of you Modern Family television show fanatics, this Adora Playtime baby doll (compare prices) was recently featured on one of their episodes. The 12 inch doll comes in 5 ethnically diverse skin tones and eye color combinations. The dolls are lightly scented with baby powder. Both the doll and the accessories are machine washable. The dolls are handcrafted and recommended for kids ages 1 and up. Click here for a more in-depth list of baby dolls for kids of all ages.

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Physical exercise is important for family fitness, indoors and outdoors, any time of the year. I've compiled a list of some of my favorite kids' bikes, scooters and ride-on toys for kids of all ages, starting as young as 1 and spanning into the pre-teen and even adult ages. There are ride-on toys, scooters, balance bikes, and a few bikes that work solely on arm power, with a variety of weight limits, so both kids and some adults can take turns riding together. It is recommended that children ride with a protective helmet and adult supervision. Happy Riding!

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This year where I live in the North East, we've had one snow storm so far, which ironically occurred right before Halloween in October. For a nice change, since then we've been blessed with some mild weather days which are not typical of the frigid temperatures we usually get this time of year.

However, if you happen to live in an area that has been abundantly blessed with snow, then feel free to check out this extensive list of snow toys for kids that includes sleds, snow shoes, snow forts and all sorts of accessories your family can enjoy together in the snow.