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Toy Review: “Three Little Pigs Play Set” by Melissa and Doug
Step back in time with this classic, the Three Pigs, and bring on the fun! The chubby pigs are the perfect size for a toddler’s hand to...
Toy Review: “Diggity Dog” by International Playthings, Inc.
Kids three years and up want a little challenge in their games—not everything left to chance! Diggity Dog is their first pick for fun. Choose your...
Toy Review: “Folding Castle Playset” by Melissa and Doug
Get past the guard, drop down the drawbridge and roll up the door of the Folding Castle Play Set and you are in for some fun. The king and queen...
Toy Review: “Treehouse Playset” by Melissa and Doug
Language enhancing toys have moving parts and opportunities to change the action and therefore the story. Kids can’t wait to enter the Tree House...
Toy Review: “Chunky Puzzles” by Melissa and Doug
What toys encourage language development? Look for toys that have flexibility—ones that can be used in many different ways. They inspire your child...
Toy Review: “Rub a Dub, Pirates of the Tub” by Alex
Rub a dub dub, who let the pirates in the tub? Your little mate will love the floating, squishable pirates who can squirt water from their mouths...
Great Books for Your Baby
At around 3 months of age, babies can see most colors and are interested in looking at a book just like a toy. Bright colors against a contrasting...
Top Preschool Books to Stimulate Language
Here are some of my favorites, old and new for your preschooler to encourage language through a great story: The Great Fuzz Frenzy by Janet Stevens....
Toy Review: “Tiny Love Activity Ball” by Tiny Love
Give this lovable guy a push and he gladly rocks and rolls just out of reach so your baby chases after him, exploring and discovering his wobbly...
Toy Review: “Sarah Lynn and Her Camping Adventure” by Fisher-Price
Looking for adventure? Hop into your purple car, grab the cooler and head for the campsite! This Fisher-Price little people set has all the...
Top Ten “Boy Books” for Toddlers and Preschoolers
I am often asked to suggest good language-enhancing books for boys (or girls) who have an insatiable appetite for books about trains, planes, trucks...
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