Category Archives: Toys

Primates of the World from Bloco Toys

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I stumbled onto Bloco Toys at Toy Fair this year and knew I wanted to share them with my readers. The high-density foam construction kits are adorable, bright and fun. They come in a few different price points, and I think all of them are an excellent value. I’ll be doing three separate reviews (with…

Childhood Nostalgia with Colorforms’ 60th Anniversary

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Chances are, no matter how old you are, you remember Colorforms from your childhood. The long-time kids’ favorite turns 60 this year and is still entertaining kids today. But even if you remember playing with Colorforms, did you know how they began?

Building Engineers? Construction Toys at Toy Fair

Bloco Toys

From Tegu blocks to Laser Pegs, construction toys at Toy Fair ranged from simple to high-tech. Here are some of my favorite construction brands from the 2011 Toy Fair, including LEGO, Bloco, Nanoblocks, Tegu, Laser Pegs and Girder & Panel.

Moon Dough Barnyard – Just Like Magic

The Moon Dough Barnyard is a fun, albeit messy toy. Your kids might also think it’s magical!

The Great HEXBUG Nano Party

HEXBUG Nanos were a big hit with everyone from toddlers to grandmothers. And we had a fantastic cookout!

Gamewright = Great Games for Family Game Night

Gamewright games are smart, fun and extremely high quality. Check out the games I had a chance to review and add them to your list of go-to gifts!

Pop On Pals Amusement Park Deluxe Playset – A Review

I had no doubt that the Pop On Pals Amusement Park Deluxe Playset would be a hit. After all, it’s colorful, musical and has moving parts. In fact, I tucked it away to bring with us to our vacation house, hoping that it would keep the kids entertained for a few days in the event…

A Cricket Tale and an Adventurous Review

How do you rid your home of an annoying cricket? A bug vacuum, of course!

Vectron Wave – A Gift for Dad?

Does Dad like the Vectron Wave?

Toy Story 3 & Fisher-Price Bring Back the Chatter Telephone

The Fisher-Price Chatter Telephone gets a Toy Story 3 makeover, but it’s as cute as ever.