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Lets Go to the Zoo

Lets Go to the Zoo

One of my favorite things to do is to visit a zoo with my kids when they were younger and still is. I loved witnessing the wonder and amazement in my son’s eyes as he saw an animal for the first (2nd or 3rd) time! His face would light up and he would smile in excitement.

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Hide-and-Seek

Hide-and-Seek

Children love to play Hide-and-seek from their earliest days, but it’s not just a silly game.

Playing peekaboo with your baby leads to searching for hidden objects and, ultimately, to the excitement of playing hide-and-seek.

There are some clear cognitive benefits to playing hiding games. Peekaboo makes them giggle but also teaches them the concept of object permanence; that things can still exist even though they might not be able to see them.

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The Benefits of Pets

The Benefits of Pets

Children love their pets—and for good reason. Creatures large and small teach, delight, and offer a special kind of companionship.

Everyone knows that kids love animals. A quick search through your child’s bedroom will remind you just how densely imaginary critters populate the storybooks, movies, music, toys, decor, and clothes of childhood.

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Ready, Set … It’s Tea Time!

Ready, Set … It’s Tea Time!

What a wonderful way to invite your little girl friends over for tea and cake. Any day is a perfect day for little girls to get together and feel royally special. Teatime is special for girls of all ages (even our ages).

Whether it’s a birthday tea party or an everyday teatime princess party, it will be wonderfully special for the little invitees.

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Boys and Cars …

Boys and Cars …

Every parent has asked the question, “What kind of toy should I get?” For boys, there are superheroes, building blocks, and on and on… The world will never change so much as to steal the love little boys have for their cars. My son’s favorite toys since he was a little boy are cars.

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We’re Pulling for You Kid!

We’re Pulling for You Kid!

Toys are a fundamental part of every child’s life. No matter where you go in the world. If you find children, you will find toys. Depending on where in the world you are, toys can be as intricate as handheld video games and as simple as a used coffee can.

Toys are essential to a child’s physical, emotional, intellectual and social interaction.

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Get All Dolled Up!

Get All Dolled Up!

Hair, make-up, shoes, clothes – the possibilities are as limitless as the imagination! Almost every young girl loves the magical world of dolls. Dolls have been around for generations. They entertain little girls by allowing them to imagine their own independence and maturity. Young girls lead a fantasy life through their dolls.

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Pasta Didn’t Come From a Box …

Pasta Didn’t Come From a Box …

Got a picky eater? I sure did – my son used to look at me in horror if I mixed his peas with his pasta. Help your child learn to love a variety of foods by letting him play with these fun sets from Haba. Before you know it, your child will be asking for veggies, fruit and maybe even sushi!

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Just Do It. Outside Please …

Just Do It. Outside Please …

It’s all too easy to get caught up in our electronic-filled worlds. Sometimes we forget to take in the beauty of nature. I’m often tempted to put on a DVD for my kids so I can get a few things done around the house, but these days I’m making an effort to get my kids outside.

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Legos

Legos

Lego — one of my favorite toys and my kids love it too. We all know it. Most of us grew up with it. It is one of the largest brands in the world, is instantly recognizable and has a massive fan base. But have you ever thought of the educational benefits of Lego?

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