Now That It's Over, What Toy Was The Biggest Hit?
Saturday December 26, 2009
Phew. Can we all sit down now? The wrapping paper has been sorted through and thrown away. We've installed batteries and clipped twist ties and the children are playing with ... Read More
"Santa, I Want a Dreidel."
Thursday December 24, 2009
I think we can chalk up a win in the multicultural education department because my 4-year-old son just told Santa he wants a dreidel for Christmas. Santa didn't flinch, as ... Read More
Downloading is Part of Assembly
Wednesday December 23, 2009
As we get closer to the big day, don't forget to download the content you need to run those new high-tech toys! For example, the LeapFrog Tag Reading System (Compare ... Read More
Need a Last-Minute Gift and a Tank of Gas?
Tuesday December 22, 2009
At this point we're all overwhelmed with the last-minute holiday shopping, but I may have a solution. If you have a car lover over the age of 3 and happen ... Read More
Toy Recall - Toy Dart Gun Playset Recalled
Friday December 18, 2009
The CPSC has recalled a toy dart gun set manufactured by OKK Trading Inc. The CPSC said the recalled ACTION TEAM play set "...has a toy gun with three soft rubber ... Read More
Goodbye, Sweet Baby Toys
Tuesday December 15, 2009
Today I schlepped six boxes of baby clothes and toys to my local consignment shop. It felt liberating and I felt lighter...that is, until I heard the LeapFrog Learn ... Read More
Don't Forget the Classics, Now on DVD
Thursday December 10, 2009
For some reason both of my children completely lose their marbles at 5pm. Tonight I put a halt to 500 laps around the kitchen-to-living-room circle by busting out a couple ... Read More
HamsterGate: Zhu Zhu Pet Defends His Good Name
Monday December 7, 2009
I've made it clear that I'm no fan of the Zhu Zhu Pets, but I admit that I feel a little bit sorry for cute little Mr. Squiggles today. A ... Read More