Check it out: Toys for toddlers and preschoolers
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Toys, toys, toys!
So many to choose from. But what will kids really like?
Here are some to consider for the babies, toddlers and preschoolers on your list:
For tots
SENSITIVE BABY dolls. Certified “asthma & allergy friendly” by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) these dolls are manufactured with materials that do not contain chemicals or allergens at levels known to trigger asthma and allergy symptoms. Ages: Birth+; The Goldberger Company; $6.99 -$14.99
BUSY LIL’ GARDEN BUTTERFLY. Just a touch sets the butterfly into motion, fluttering its wings across the floor and playing songs. Requires three AA batteries. Ages: 6 months+; Playskool; $14.99
LOOPAPALOOZA. This colorful hanging toy has intertwined loops with sliding bugs, teether, peek-a-boo mirror, jittery bug and linkable loop for easy attachment to car seat or stroller. Ages: 6 months+; Infantino; $14.99
BUSY BALL POPPER. Drop a ball onto the track and the ball pops out of the top, rolls down the track and then pops out all over again. Popper comes with silly sound effects and eight songs. Requires four D batteries. Ages: 9 months+; Playskool; $19.99
SMART BUILDERS PIANO. Buildable electronic piano combining music and building. Without blocks, the piano plays as a normal instrument, but by layering or removing blocks, children can change the instruments, add beats and even songs to create their own music. Ages: 12 months+; Mega Bloks; $34.99
LAUGH & LEARN SMART BOUNCE and SPIN PONY. Toy works like a bouncer that responds to baby’s every action. Connect it wirelessly to the television and kids will find all kinds of age-appropriate content that sets the stage for learning and reinforcing things kids learn interacting with parents. Ages: 12 months+; Fisher-Price; $69.99
FEED & LEARN SINGING CROC. Feed the interactive croc and he sings 26 different songs about letters and words. Includes letters A-Z that can be stored in croc’s tummy. Ages 18 months+; Thinkativity; $19.99
CLIPO CREATIVITY TABLE. Toy features textured surfaces for anchoring Clipo creations, moving platforms, a shape sorter, a drop slot and built-in storage. Table comes with 25 Clipo pieces. Requires two AA batteries. Ages 18 months+; Playskool; $29.99. (Extra Clipo pieces sold separately.)
Sesame Street themed K’NEX building set. Tots can create custom versions of their favorite Sesame Street characters, such as Super Grover, Abby Cadabby, and Elmo! 18 months+; K’NEX, $10.99 - $21.99
Elmo Live! He tells jokes, recounts stories, sings songs and plays games. His head even bobbles as he speaks. He also waves his arms, sits and crosses his legs, and stands. 18 months+; Fisher-Price, $59.99
BEGINNINGS TaDOODLES SCRIBBLE and SING ART STATION. The developmental toy features cheery music, flashing lights, bright colors and “TaDoodles” character markers. 18 months+; Crayola, $42.
Preschool
MY LITTLE PONY SO SOFT CRAWLING NEWBORN PINKIE PIE doll and SCOOTALOO doll. These two newborn ponies “come to life” with the press of a button on their backs. The newborn ponies also talk saying phrases like: “I love to crawl,” “Watch me, Mommy!” and “You can’t catch me!” Requires three AAA batteries. Hasbro, $19.99.
’50s DINER. Toddlers can bob to tunes from the tabletop jukebox in this new retro style ’50s kitchen. The grill and coffeepot also make realistic sounds. Step 2, $149.99
PUPPET THEATER. The theater features a dry-erase marquee, two puppets, storage for puppets, a sliding curtain and a lighted stage. Step2, $69.99
HANDY MANNY FIX-IT-RIGHT TRANSFORMING TOOL TRUCK. This two-in-one truck opens to become Handy Manny’s tool bench, showcasing four play tools from the show. When kids successfully tackle the recommended job, the “Fix It Right” song from the show plays. Features English/Spanish bilingual phrases, sound effects and recommended fix-it jobs. Fisher-Price, $49.99
DISNEY PIX JR. DIGITAL CAMERA. This 1.3 mega pixel camera features a 1.5-inch display screen and holds up to 150 photos. With Disney Photofriends character overlays, kids can put their favorite Disney characters into their images. Available in three styles: Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, My Friends Tigger and Pooh and Disney Princess. Disney, $49.99
EASY DUNK BASKETBALL. Kids can slide this mini backboard over a doorknob or handle all by themselves. The spring-loaded rim makes it easy for little ones to score. Includes rim assembly, backboard, ball, doorknob hanger, front plate, stabilizer and instructions. Playskool, $16.99
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