Holiday Gift Guide 2015 by Family Choice Awards

Holiday Gift Guide

Apparel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Fractiles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Babies & Parenting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15 Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-17 Products for Children . . . . . . . . . . . . 18-21 Products for Tweens & Teens . . . . . . . . . . 22 Products for Mom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23-24 DVDs & Video Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Technology & Applications . . . . . . . . . 26-27 Housewares & Home DĂŠcor . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Jewelry & Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . 29-30 Music & Audio Books . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31-34 Products for Pets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35-36 Products for the Family . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Products for Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Mobility & Health . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39-40 Special Needs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41-42 Specialty Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43 Toys & Games . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44-66 Travel Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67-68 Holiday Gift Guide, President: Richard Precop, Publisher: Merry Potter, Assistant to the Publisher; Rachel Wells, Travel Editor: Francine Brokaw, Graphic Artist: Mary Van Doren, Distribution: Professional Distribution Solutions.The information contained within is accepted in good faith. We assume no liability for the contents. No reproductions without express written permission. All material is copyright. Questions or comments, e-mail: fca@familymagazinegroup.com, or call (818) 718-9900.

Apparel

Footed Pajamas for the Family in Micro Polar Fleece Infant, Youth and Adult Onesie Footie Pajamas Available in many colors and print. Big Feet PJs micro-polar fleece footed pajamas are the #1 top seller at Big Feet! They are made of 100% micro-polar fleece and are so durable, they will last for years. The fabric is higher quality than other fleece pajamas and will not pill when taken out of the dryer. Adult pajamas button up the front and available with or without a drop seat, butt flap. Infant and Youth pajamas have a zipper front. All footed pajamas come with non slip soles. $17.98 - $44.98 Available at retailers and www.BigFeetPJs.com

Feltman Brothers Boys Knit Mocked Booties Your little boy will go gaga over these comfy booties! Featuring two overlaying â&#x20AC;&#x153;straps,â&#x20AC;? the knitted booties are available in gray on blue, gray on white, and light blue on white. Newborn to Toddler. $29.95 Available online and www.feltmanbrothers.com

Fractiles

Fractiles Magnetic Tiling Toy, Travel Edition

Fractiles Travel Edition consists of 96 brilliantly colored, flexible MAGNETIC tiles, a sturdy 8” x 8” black textured steel activity board, and a color Illustrated double record album style package for storing the board and tiles. Everyone can be an artist with Fractiles! This unique art and design toy allows you to create endless beautiful designs – both simple or complex. It’s a wonderful activity to help kids build their STEM skills (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Last but not least, Fractiles is made entirely in the USA. For ages 6 to adult.

Retail Prices Are: Large Fractiles $49.95 Travel Fractiles $29.95 Fridge Fractiles $11.95 Available at www.fractiles.com or by phone: 303-41-0930

Babies & Parenting

All-In-One Bottle Set When we introduced the Thinkbaby over 7 years ago 95% of the baby bottles on the market were made of polycarbonate which contains BPA. Initially, we attempted to convince the major companies to move off of polycarbonate, but after being unsuccessful we launched Thinkbaby and Thinksport to address the concern of chemicals leaching from consumer products. We started with the baby bottle because polycarbonate was ubiquitous across the industry. As little ones systems are still in a state of development they have very little defense against foreign chemicals. While many companies have emerged to offer BPA Free baby bottles, many bottles not only still contain BPA despite saying BPA Free (see Health Canada study), but many companies have also landed on untested materials just because the material claims to be free of BPA. Thinkbaby utilizes the precautionary principle in the creation of all of our products. We dont jump to new materials without doing the requisite testing to ensure that we havent landed on another BPA-like material. When we target a product segment that concerns us, we ask the question, How can we make the product line Safe. Functional. Sustainable. Thinkbaby and Thinksports focus has led us to be the first company to span safe consumer products ranging from baby to adults.

The All-In-One comes with: Two x Stage A nipple (for 0 to 6 months and marked with a number 2 on the nipple) Two x Stage B nipple (for 6 to 12 months and marked with a number 3 on the nipple). Two x 9oz bottle bases made from polypropylene Two x Travel tops Two x The Sippy Handles Two x Stage C â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sippy Spouts (9 to 24 months) Two x Stage D â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Thinkster Tops (18 to 48 months+) $24.99 http://thinkbabybottles.3dcartstores.com/AllInOne--2-x-9oz-2xStageA-2xStageB-2handles-2-spouts-2-thinkster-tops-2-travel-caps_p_319.html 5

Baby Body Care Set We’ve made Under-$30 baby gift easy peasy with our Baby Body Essentials Set, a collection of our Thinkbaby body care all-stars: our award-winning Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+, Shampoo & Body Wash, Baby Lotion, and Bubble Bath. These aren’t dinky containers either. Each of the body care items comes in a 8oz bottle with a convenient pump. And the sunscreen is our full 3oz tube (which you can fly with). We also recognize that there are plenty of parents out there that are familiar with our baby feeding products. We specifically formulated our body care with the same kind of thought that went into our BPA free baby feeding line. Since 2006, Thinkbaby has been creating non-toxic products for little ones. We are excited to now introduce our Baby Body Essentials Set into our line-up of safe alternatives. Recent studies uncovered far too many solutions with potentially harmful ingredients. In addition, we have noticed that many “natural” body care products are clearly leaving ingredients off their lists. With our sun and body care line, you’ll find highly effective, natural formulations, which have the ancillary benefit of being affordable. No reason to pour money down the baby tub drain... Check our price and ingredients to whatever other brand you’re buying.

About Shampoo & Body Wash Each ingredient of our body care products features the Environmental Working Group (EWG)’s Skin Deep safety rating. Now parents know upfront the safety of each ingredient utilized. Our no-tear formula also features a pump top so you can keep one hand on your little one at all times.

About Baby Lotion Our light and unscented baby lotion is great for daily use. Our natural formulation will also not leave your little one oily. Thinkbaby never conducts stuffed or real animal testing on any of our products. With the cosmetic industry being highly unregulated, we also strongly encourage parents to research claims made on products. Transparency is key.

About Bubble Bath You can’t really have an effective baby body care line up without having a bubble bath. Formulated with safe ingredients, you and your family can enjoy fun in the tub and the endless photo opportunities that arise. Please always keep a close eye on your little ones while they’re in the bath.

About Thinkbaby Safe Sunscreen SPF 50+ First sunscreen to pass Whole Foods Premium Care requirements. Highest SPF, water resistance and UVA/UVB coverage allowed by the FDA. Our sunscreen line has accumulated a large list of awards and media attention. EWG rated “1” since 2010. Highly effective and does not feel oily. No phthalates, BPA, PVC, PET, Parabens, nitrosamines, 1,4 dioxane, animal testing, or biologically harmful chemicals. $28.99 http://thinkbabybottles.3dcartstores.com/Baby-Care-Set-8-_p_452.html 6

Baby Elephant Ears Unparalleled in style and function, Baby Elephant Ears is a multi-use headrest providing spinal/neck alignment and comfort. Chiropractor-inspired and mom-designed, Baby Elephant Ears can go wherever baby goes – stroller, swing, carseat, changing table, wherever and whenever support is needed. Newborns - 2yrs. $21.95 Available at Independent stores nationwide and online at www.babyelephantears.com

Blooming Bath Baby Sets Blooming Bath is the cute, cuddly and convenient way to bathe your baby – in the sink! Handmade from plush, anti-microbial materials, the petals hug the sides of your sink to create a soft cradle and safe environment for baby. Winner of parent and Innovation awards! Washer and dryer safe. Available in Canary Yellow, Hot Pink, Turquoise, Green and Ivory. Newborns - 1 year $39.99 Available at retailers and https://www.bloomingbath.com

PaciGrip by BooginHead PaciGrip is an innovative baby accessory that keeps pacifiers attached to baby and off the floor. The universal clip is compatible with popular pacifier brands and is easy to use. The clip is strong enough to stay attached, yet gentle on baby’s clothing. It is available in a variety of colors and patterns that are appealing to both boys and girls. It coordinates with the SippiGrip cup tether. It is strong enough to hold small toys or a set of keys around Mom’s wrist. The non-toxic material is durable enough to toss in the washer to keep it clean and sanitary. Good Morning America featured it as a must-have baby accessory that brings value to Moms and their tots. $5.50 (pacifier not included) Available at BabiesRUs, BuyBuy Baby and Walmart stores as well as at http://www.booginhead.com/pacigrip

PaciPouch by BooginHead Diaper bags can become a bottomless pit of stuff making it difficult to find small items at a moment’s notice. The PaciPouch is a small zippered pouch that can easily attach to a diaper bag, stroller or even a purse with it’s conveneient snap strap. It holds up to two pacifiers and two PaciGrips. It is a must have for on the go Moms! The zipper enclosure allows easy access when the baby is fussy, yet keeps pacifiers clean and protected. The durable non-toxic fabric is washable to keep pacifiers sanitary at all times. It is avaialbe in SippiGrip and PaciGrip matching patterns. $8.00 Available at BabiesRUs, BuyBuy Baby and Walmart stores as well as at http://www.booginhead.com/pacipouch 7

SippiGrip by Bogginhead SippiGrip is an award winning mom invented baby accessory that was designed to help babies and toddlers keep their bottle, sippicup or toy from falling to the ground. It is an awesome item for on-the-go families. The strong grip can be used with bottles and cups of different shapes and sizes. The material coordinates with the PaciGrip and is available in a wide variety of colors and patterns. It has an adjustable length to use with strollers, car seats and high chairs. It is strong enough to hold a full cup or a medium sized toy. Best of all, it is non-toxic so it won’t harm kids it they put it in their mouths and it is washable so it can always be fresh and clean. $7.50 Available at BabiesRUs, BuyBuy Baby and Walmart stores as well as at http://www.booginhead.com/sippigrip

COMFORTCHEW The Comfortchew is made with super-soft jersey cotton and luxurious cuddle fleece, making it super snuggly and highly absorbent. The attached, soft textured hippo teether is designed with dimples to massage and soothe tender gums, encouraging new teeth to break through. Tags of various colors and textures stimulate the senses, and the Comfortchew can be attached directly to the baby, car seat, or stroller. The Comfortchew is BPA and phthalate free, machine washable, and exclusively distributed by The Kalencom Corporation. Birth - 2 years. $29.50 - $31.50 Available at retailers and www.cheekychompersus.com

Prince Lionheart Diaper Bag While the diaper bag may be for baby, mom and dad are the ones who carry it. Let’s face it, they deserve a bag that’s not only user-friendly and long-lasting . . . but also stylish and trendy! Just because you put diapers in it, doesn’t mean it has to SCREAM “I’m a diaper bag!” The trusted Prince Lionheart parenting innovations brand is proud to announce its first diaper bag; classic style, clean lines, and gender neutral coloring makes it an easy choice for any parent – and the perfect baby shower gift too. Features a waterproof liner for easy cleaning, 2 large pockets for your diaper essentials, 1 huge pocket for storing the “Dirty Duds,” a massive interior, and a handy keyring hook so you’ll never scramble for your car keys again. The outside has 2 straps for carrying or conveniently hanging on your stroller handles, 2 side pockets (one insulated for keeping bottles warm or cold), 2 front pockets, and 1 rear pocket with closure. $35.00 Available online and retailers nationwide

DockATot DockATot™ is a multi-functional lounging, playing, chilling, resting, co-sleeping and snuggling dock you can take anywhere. Created with love in Sweden with a strict emphasis on design and comfort, there is simply nothing else like it on the market that allows mothers to feed, soothe, and bond with baby. 0-3 Years $165 - $260 Available at retailers and www.dockatot.com 8

EquiptBaby Complete (Diaper Bag and Portable Bassinet) EquiptBaby Complete comes with the durable, light-weight diaper bag and the collapsible nylon bassinet. Insulated cooler pocket holds bottles and snacks. Pockets inside baby bag provide ample storage space for all babies’ daily needs: clothing, diapers, wipes and toys and the pop-up bassinet. The EquiptBaby pop-up bassinet makes it convenient for your baby to nap anywhere! You only need one hand to pop it open in 2 seconds! The mesh on both sides of the portable bassinet provides ample airflow and keeps your baby safe and comfortable. Made from rip stop nylon with an SPF of 50 providing baby with additional sun protection. Newborn – 6 months. $149.90 Available at www.equiptbaby.com or www.amazon.com

Luxury GooseWaddle Gift Set What is cozier than a mother’s arms? The luxurious feel of a GooseWaddle blanket for baby. This gift set includes our blanket trimmed in satin and a blankie your little one will keep close by. Our soft plush goose is included and will quickly become your little one’s best friend. That’s not all, your gift keeps giving . . . for every blanket purchased, a blanket is donated to a child in need. 0 - 3 $105.00 Available at retailers and www.goosewaddle.com

Neckerchew The Neckerchew combines the popular dribble bib concept with an attached chewy teether to soothe painful young gums. Fully reversible, it is made from super-soft jersey cotton that is delicate on young skin but highly absorbent, making it suitable for all day wear. A special absorbent middle layer locks dribble and moisture away from small chests and reduces irritation. The Neckerchew is BPA and phthalate free, machine washable, and is exclusively distributed by The Kalencom Corporation. 2 months - 2 years. $21.99 - $23.50 Available at retailers and www.cheekychompersus.com

Lizzy’s Garden®, Organic Baby Food Lizzy’s Garden® is committed to assisting parents in developing healthy and sustainable eating habits for your baby! By providing 100% USDA certified organic baby food, you can trust that your baby is receiving the finest ingredients. No fillers, preservatives, artificial flavors or additives to worry about. We’ve created signature dishes in two different stages with only the finest ingredients that are delicate enough for your baby’s tummy but wholesome and packed with all of the nutrients and vitamins required to support the immune system of your growing baby. Babies 4-12 months. $3.75 Available at www.lizzysgarden.org

Pima Cotton Collection by Feltman Brothers From the moment you first see and feel the new Pima Cotton line from Feltman Brothers, you’ll be captivated. With their brand new layette collection, this steeped-in-tradition company has combined their beautiful smocked and embroidered trademarks with baby-friendly functionality to create items for everyday comfort and enjoyment! Made exclusively from the softest cotton grown in Peru, you’ll be in awe over how Feltman Brothers stayed true to their heirloom quality while providing items that are perfect for babies the moment they arrive in this world. Parents will love everything about the Pima Cotton layette items – from baby’s head to baby’s toes. Whether you’re trying to find the perfect gift for a special baby shower or something for your own little sweetheart, you’ll love the new Pima collection for baby boys and girls. Available online and retailers nationwide

Stunningly Soft Layette Styles For Baby

Boys Pima Cotton Collection Shown left to right: Pima Cotton Smocked Diamond Bib, Smocked Diamond Blanket, Smocked Diamond Gown, Smocked Diamond Hat, Smocked Diamond Romper, Teddy Bear Bib, Teddy Bear Gown, Teddy Bear Hat, Teddy Bear Romper.

Girls Pima Cotton Collection Shown left to right: Pima Cotton Embroidered Bow Bib, Embroidered Bow Blanket, Embroidered Bow Gown, Embroidered Bow Hat, Embroidered Bow Romper, Embroidered Rosebud Bib, Embroidered Rosebud Blanket, Embroidered Rosebud Hat, Embroidered Rosebud Romper, Smocked Flower Bib, Smocked Flower Blanket, Smocked Flower Gown, Smocked Flower Hat, Smocked Flower Romper.

About Feltman Brothers Since 1916, Feltman Brothers has been providing the world with authentic and timeless clothing for babies in classic tradition. This reputation is the result of a strong commitment to quality, incomparable fabrics, exclusive designs, and attention to detail. Feltman Brothers designs reflect the elegance of vintage styling for children from newborn through toddler, including babies take-home attire, layette needs, sacred occasion gowns and accessories, holiday wear, and special occasion wear. Feltman Brothers use of embroidery is a skilled craft and trade, one that Philippine mothers pass down to their daughters, working on machines that are almost 100 years old. Feltman Brothers is, and always has been, a family business, now three generations deep. The company will celebrate its 100 year anniversary in 2016. Find more beautiful designs from Feltman Brothers by visiting their website. You can also follow them on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram.

Ollie Swaddle Baby will go “gaga” over this cozy swaddling solution! Designed to decrease fussiness and assist in self-calming, the Ollie Swaddle also improves the quality and duration of sleep! Features elasticity to allow freedom of movement and an opening at the bottom for hassle-free diaper changes, as well as custom-developed moisture wicking material to reduce overheating. Also has a custom closure with soft Velcro, which allows for variation of tightness, depending on the need and size of the infant. The ease of use eliminates frustration and promotes periods of alert and focused interaction between caregiver and infant, thus enhancing bonding (which is essential to all facets of neurodevelopment). For ages 0-4 months, the 92% polyester/ 8% Spandex Ollie Swaddle was made to grow with your baby. Available in Blue Stripe and Pink Stripe, The Ollie Swaddle retails for $48.00 at TheOllieWorld.com. $48.00 Available at http://www.theollieworld.com

Marcus & Marcus’ Willo the Whale: Animal Themed Baby Feeding Products Marcus & Marcus’ Willo the Whale animal themed baby feeding 6 Pack collection is a smart and functional assortment of products for adults, babies and young children. Marcus & Marcus was inspired with contemporary lifestyle in mind to make our items appealing to your sense of style. The bold, bright and engaging colour and animal theme keeps your child engaged and interested to make our products the must-have baby items. Our 6 Pack includes a placemat, baby bib, feeding spoon, collapsible container, learning chopsticks and teether. Our baby-feeding item assortment is lightweight, simple to clean and easily portable. The Marcus & Marcus assortment is made from food-grade, soft and stain resistant silicone. All of our items are molded from BPA-free, PVC-free and phthalate-free materials. Ages 1-5 $79.99 Available at amazon.com and Sears.com

Marcus & Marcus’ Lola the Giraffe: Animal Themed Baby Feeding 6 Pack Collection Marcus & Marcus’ Lola the Giraffe animal themed baby feeding 6 Pack collection is a smart and functional assortment of products for adults, babies and young children. Marcus & Marcus was inspired with contemporary lifestyle in mind to make our items appealing to your sense of style. The bold, bright and engaging colour and animal theme keeps your child engaged and interested to make our products the must-have baby items. Our 6 Pack includes a placemat, baby bib, feeding spoon, collapsible container, learning chopsticks and teether. Our baby-feeding item assortment is lightweight, simple to clean and easily portable. The Marcus & Marcus assortment is made from food-grade, soft and stain resistant silicone. All of our items are molded from BPA-free, PVC-free and phthalate-free materials. Ages 1-5 $79.99 Available at amazon.com and Sears.com

Marcus & Marcus’ Marcus the Lion: Animal Themed Baby Feeding 6 Pack Collection Marcus & Marcus’ Marcus the Lion animal themed baby feeding 6 Pack collection is a smart and functional assortment of products for adults, babies and young children. Marcus & Marcus was inspired with contemporary lifestyle in mind to make our items appealing to your sense of style. The bold, bright and engaging colour and animal theme keeps your child engaged and interested to make our products the must-have baby items. Our 6 Pack includes a placemat, baby bib, feeding spoon, collapsible container, learning chopsticks and teether. Our baby-feeding item assortment is lightweight, simple to clean and easily portable. The Marcus & Marcus assortment is made from food-grade, soft and stain resistant silicone. All of our items are molded from BPA-free, PVC-free and phthalate-free materials. Ages 1-5 $79.99 Available at amazon.com and Sears.com

Marcus & Marcus’ Ollie the Elephant: Animal Themed Baby Feeding 6 Pack Collection Marcus & Marcus’ Ollie the Elephant animal themed baby feeding 6 Pack collection is a smart and functional assortment of products for adults, babies and young children. Marcus & Marcus was inspired with contemporary lifestyle in mind to make our items appealing to your sense of style. The bold, bright and engaging colour and animal theme keeps your child engaged and interested to make our products the must-have baby items. Our 6 Pack includes a placemat, baby bib, feeding spoon, collapsible container, learning chopsticks and teether. Our baby-feeding item assortment is lightweight, simple to clean and easily portable. The Marcus & Marcus assortment is made from food-grade, soft and stain resistant silicone. All of our items are molded from BPA-free, PVC-free and phthalate-free materials. Ages 1-5. $79.99 Available at amazon.com, Sears.com and www.marcusandmarcusna.com

Marcus & Marcus’ Pokey the Pig: Animal Themed Baby Feeding 6 Pack Collection Marcus & Marcus’ Pokey the Pig animal themed baby feeding 6 Pack collection is a smart and functional assortment of products for adults, babies and young children. Marcus & Marcus was inspired with contemporary lifestyle in mind to make our items appealing to your sense of style. The bold, bright and engaging colour and animal theme keeps your child engaged and interested to make our products the must-have baby items. Our 6 Pack includes a placemat, baby bib, feeding spoon, collapsible container, learning chopsticks and teether. Our baby-feeding item assortment is lightweight, simple to clean and easily portable. The Marcus & Marcus assortment is made from food-grade, soft and stain resistant silicone. All of our items are molded from BPA-free, PVC-free and phthalate-free materials. Ages 1-5 $79.99 Available at amazon.com, Sears.com and www.marcusandmarcusna.com

Pello Luxe Floor Pillows (Majestic with Aqua) MORE THAN JUST A PILLOW: Pello serves as a floor pillow, play mat and security blanket that stays with a child as they grow. With its distinctive donut shape, raised edges and soft, padded center, the Pello luxe floor pillow offers many important features for a child. It is completely portable and easy to carry hands free for a parent. Available in numerous beautiful fabrics, this luxurious item is one that will always be remembered. Washable and proudly designed and manufactured in the USA. Newborns & Up. $120.00 Available at retailers and www.mypello.com

Pearhead Baby’s First Christmas Chalkboard Chalkboard fill-in background are all the rate in sharing baby’s photo online! • chalkboard surface to fill in baby’s age, stats and holiday wishes • includes 2 pieces of white chalk • reusable, erasable, customized, easy to clean • share photos with friends and family or post on social media network like Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter • Packaged dimensions: 14.75” W x 19”H 0 - 12 months $16.99 Available at Babies “R” Us 12

Petey Potette Potty Training Gift Set The Petey Potette Potty Training Gift Set is everything a child needs to potty train with confidence! Our 2-in-1 Potette Plus can be used as a stand alone training potty, as well as over the bowl, for potty training at home and on the go. The included magical adventure book and Petey Potette security toy are the perfect items to change the way your child learns to use the potty! 15 months - 3 years. $24.99 Available at retailers and www.kalencom.com and www.potette.com

The Berlin by Kalencom The classy design of the Berlin includes a pleat in front and elegant hand straps, making it suited for formal occasions just as much as it fits in at the playground. Multiple zippered compartments keep things organized and a large insulated pocket on the back side of the bag is big enough to hold bottles and snacks. The front pocket, two side pockets, and stroller straps are just added bonuses. $139.99 Available at retailers and www.kalencom.com

The Kalencom Diaper Clutch Grab and go with style! The Diaper Clutch from Kalencom is setting the standard for parents who want to travel as light as possible. Designed to carry a few spare diapers and the included changing pad, moms will no longer have to haul their full size diaper bag when all they need are the necessities. $29.99 Available at retailers and www.kalencom.com

Toofeze Baby Teether Better than a silver spoon! Toofeze is simply a new twist on an age-old teething remedy. Recognized for its cutting-edge design. Toofeze has the ability to soothe, calm and comfort fussy teething babies. Three distinct chewing surfaces made of food-grade ingredients. Stainless steel disk chills instantly in cold water for quick symptom relief. Soft silicone handle is never too cold to hold. Pediatrician and dentist recommended. $20 Available on line and major retailers or www.toofeze.com

VuSee, the Universal Baby Monitor Mount VuSee is a universal baby monitor mount that enhances the view from any baby monitor while keeping the cord away from the crib to keep infants and children safe. VuSee provides the perfect view of all four corners of the crib. Peel and stick installation means no damage to your nursery walls. $14.99 Available at retailers and www.beratek-industries.com

Yummy Mittâ&#x201E;˘ Teething Mitten The new and innovative teething mitten for newborns and infants 3-12 month. Say goodbye to dropping teethers! Perfect for babies who arenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t quite able to grasp as yet. Vibrant colors and patterns stimulates sensory and motor skills. Made from 100% flexible food grade silicone and 100% cotton. Machine washable and comes with a travel/wash bag. Perfectly safe and has exceeded all mandatory testings in the U.S, Canada, Australia and Europe. BPA, LEAD, PVC, PHTHALATE AND LATEX FREE! Ages 3-12 months $19.99 Available at www.darlyngandco.com

The bibit-all™ The award winning bibit-all™ is a must-have bib that finally gives parents an effective solution to a universal problem – mealtime messes at home and on the go. Conventional bibs, and other full coverage bibs on the market don’t provide true protection of baby’s clothes and are lacking in comfort, ease of use, quality, and style. I created the bibit-all™ to fill those gaps and provide what is truly the perfect bib. The super-soft, stretch terry bibit-all™ features long sleeves with soft ribbed cuffs (no tight elastic at the wrists or open, floppy sleeves), a unique high ribbed collar to protect from drips, and full coverage that extends to the lap. The revolutionary lining in the front panel is 100% waterproof and is also a stretch knit that is soft, light and comfortable. This innovative lining prevents foods and liquids from soaking through without adding bulk or restraint of movement. This means less clothes changes, less laundry, less stains and greater peace of mind at home and on the go The bibit-all™ is made from high-quality fabrics for plush softness, comfortable stretch, superior absorbency, and durability. The bibit-all™ is conveniently machine washable and dryable – it keeps its shape and quality use after use and wash after wash. Without snaps, ties or Velcro fasteners to fuss with, the super-stretchy pullover design and easy-in/easy-out sleeves make bibit-all™ quick, easy, and comfortable to put on and take off. The bibit-all™ is available in three colors: sky blue, wild orchid, and a gender neutral fresh lime – in both an infant and toddler size. The fashionable colors and design make this bib an attractive accessory in any setting. In addition, the bibit-all™ is affordably priced, allowing parents to keep multiple bibs in rotation and making it an ideal shower gift. With it’s superior coverage and comfort, easy-on/easy-off design, plush washable fabrics, and fashionable style, the bibit-all™ redefines the bib. $14.99 Available at Buy Buy Baby/Bed Bath & Beyond, Toys “R” Us/Babies R Us, Amazon and Kiddologic.com

YBike Toyni 2 in1 Balance Trike This fun 2 in 1 balance trike is designed for kids as young as 1 year old. Two dierent positions of the rear wheels, easily changes the degree of balance required from basic to more “advanced.” For ages 1 to 3. Max weight of 44 lbs. $59.95 Available at Right Start, FatBrainToys.com, Learning Express Stores, Amazon, Quidsi, etc.

Bratt Decor’s Chelsea Collection in Distressed Black The chelsea collection is the finest in design in quality for your baby’s nursery. It offers 3 crib choices, 2 beautiful dressers, an armoire, night stand, cradle and book case. The newest finish, distressed black is stately, elegant, and bold. Available online retailers and www.brattdecor.com

DadGear Backpack Diaper Bag A perfect gift for the new or expecting dad. He’ll love spending time with his little ones while fully equipped and hands free with the DadGear Backpack. Dad (and mom) will appreciate the Backpack’s roomy size, thoughtful organization, and superior quality. Everything needed for childcare fits neatly into the 13 easy-access compartments, including a Diaper Hammock that keeps diapers close at hand, and a convenient baby wipes window that puts wipes at the ready. Ergonomically shaped, padded shoulder straps make carrying the pack very comfortable; or use the integrated straps to easily hang it from a stroller. Made in the USA. $99.00 Available at www.DadGear.com

Babyroues Letour Babyroues is proud to introduce the first compact and lightweight luxurious infant-to-toddler Bassinet and Stroller System which uses the highest technological quality workmanship and safety features available. For your ultimate convenience the stroller and bassinet have a Dual-facing capability. Its ONE OF A KIND folding mechanism allows for the bassinet and stroller to fold while attached to the stroller. This system will WOW you and your baby from infancy through toddler. The Babyroues is a system that will ensconce your baby from infancy through toddler in complete luxury. The system includes a deluxe and roomy bassinet and stroller perched atop a sturdy aluminum frame. The Babyroues system requires no fabric switching, resulting in convenience and minimum effort to switch any parts. The highest quality bassinet mattress, with 4 position reclining stroller, 5 point stroller safety harness, and contoured weather cover for stroller and bassinet, will ensure that your baby is safe, cozy and comfortable at all times. The newest technological front and rear suspension system, 10.5” and 6.5” rear and front PEVA wheels and 3 position handle height, will ensure ease of maneuverability and the smoothest ride for your baby. The stroller also includes a large basket for all your baby’s essentials. Enjoy walking proudly with your baby in the newest innovative Babyroues system that technology has to offer. By Babyroues USA. $499.00 Available at Buy buy baby, Burlington coat factory, Kohls and www.babyroues.com

DK Children’s Titles LEGO® AWESOME IDEAS is the latest imagination-expanding idea book for beginning and master LEGO® builders, with a focus on breaking down inspirational models and creating a complete LEGO world. $24.99 With stunning images and informative annotations, LEGO®: I LOVE THAT MINIFIGURE features the most unique minifigures in amazing detail – all accompanied by fascinating facts and trivia that bring them to life. $18.99 PICTUREPEDIA features every topic under the sun with over 10,000 stunning photographs to catalog the wonders of the world. $29.99 And for the Star Wars fanatics, STAR WARS™: ABSOLUTELY EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW is an irresistible reference guide to all things Star Wars™ with lively lists, infographics, and fascinating trivia. Officially part of the Journey to Star Wars™: The Force Awakens. $19.99

Books

Available at book stores nationwide, online and www.dk.com

Chibi Lights LED Circuit Stickers Starter Kit Chibi Lights LED Circuit Stickers Starter Kit combines arts & crafts, technology and reading for a fun circuit building experience. Our sketchbook is the 21st century innovation of a traditional coloring book. Make your illustrations glow and blink following the step by step guides in this book along with the included craft materials of stickers, batteries and copper tape. By Chibitronics. Ages 8 & Up. $30.00 Available at retailers, amazon.com and www.chibitronics.com

Just Breathe “Just Breathe” is for any child who feels anxious or worried when facing everyday life circumstances such as going to a new school, taking a test, arguing with a friend, or trying out for a team. In this charming story, the child remembers to breathe deeply in order to find his own inner calm and successfully cope with each new situation. Ages 4-9 Available at amazon.com and other retail outlets

Kung Fu Kitty: Laying Down the Law Children’s novella based on the story of Exodus, set in ancient China with animal characters, written by Lauri Bortz and illustrated by Michael Gentile. $9.99 Available at amazon.com and http://www.amazon.com/ Kung-Fu-Kitty-Laying-Down/dp/0981655017

Brave in Ribbons A Transgender Christmas Carol $12.95 Available at amazon.com 16

Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of the Monarch Mystery WINNER of the 2015 Family Choice Award! Sophie and Scottie are looking forward to spending summer at their ranch, but Scottie feels like something is going to happen to them and they’d better keep alert to things at the ranch that don’t seem normal. So, when the sisters receive a gift from their globetrotting Auntie Jill, they can’t wait to open it. Inside is what seems to be a normal crystal covered frame. But when a picture from their Auntie is put in it; the frame seems to glow and grow! Will Sophie and Scottie walk through the frame for an amazing adventure in Mexico? Join the girls as they soon learn that the Monarch Butterflies are missing and must use their teamwork, bravery, and decision making skill to help solve the missing monarch mystery! Ages 8-12 $10.00 - $20.00 Available at amazon.com, http://www.amazon.com/dp/1517127904 or a signed copy by the author at www.cindycmurray.com

Sophie and Scottie’s Adventures of Something’s Fishy This book is the second in the Adventures of Sophie and Scottie Series! Sophie and Scottie receive another picture from their Auntie Jill that will activate their magical frame. The instructions are clear from their auntie; ride their horses through the frame onto a remote Pacific Island! They meet up with their Auntie and their new uncle; Dr. Drake. But not all is as it seems and the ocean currents are flowing strangely. The sisters need to help figure out what is wrong while befriending a purple dolphin that always blows bubbles and an otter that loves shiny objects! Once again, join Sophie and Scottie as they learn to scuba dive and must use their team work and a dash of science to solve the “fishy” mystery! Ages 8-12. $10.00 - $20.00 Available at amazon.com, http://www.amazon.com/dp/1517127947 or for a signed by the author at www.cindycmurray.com

The Elephant and the King Gift Set The Elephant and the King is a beautifully illustrated book, in which the reader uses imagination, to travel to Botswana Africa with Victor and Maya. The Green kids, go on an adventure and a huge Lion along with many other amazing animals of the savanna swoop in and help a African Elephant keep her tusks. This set also includes a Victor doll(one of the main characters) dressed in a lion suit and a Free Backpack. Ages 5-9. $29.99 Available at www.greenkidsclub.com

The Trotters of Tweeville: Harraf Namrattle Harraf Namrattle lives in Tweeville and is a girl who always says what she thinks – no matter what! She doesn’t seem to understand that sometimes words can hurt others’ feelings and that some things are better left unsaid. Today, however, Harraf’s mother reminds her to think before she speaks. Harraf sets out to play baseball with her friend Bo, who has a new baseball mitt. What will she say when she sees it? Then she meets her friend Hennaj, who has a lemonade stand. What will she say when she tries the lemonade? When she sees another friend drawing on the sidewalk, will she take her mother’s advice and be nice? Can Harraf Namrattle learn to think before she speaks and to be kind to the people in Tweeville? $15.95 Available at http://bookstore.archwaypublishing.com/Products/SKU-000980599/The-Trotters-of-Tweeville.aspx http://www.amazon.com/The-Trotters-Tweeville-Harraf-Namrattle-ebook/dp/B00TZGOZ56

WiKIDly Awesome Travels – Paris Turn sightseeing in Paris into an amazing voyage of discovery with this colorful activity book that fits into any day bag. Funky facts, snippets of history, and multiple-choice quizzes put the fun into learning. Images and names of destinations in English and French make it easy for children to recognize and remember the famous sights. French phrases with simple phonetics will enable every child to order an ice-cream or crêpe in French. Space to draw major tourist destinations, record impressions, and jot down adventures will bring out their artistic side as they create their own Paris story. Published by Far and Beyond Books. Ages 7-11. $10.95 Available at amazon.com

Products for Children

“Butterflies” Hanging Canopy Your child will feel like a princess going to sleep at night with this beautiful hanging canopy. Let your child’s imagination take them straight into their dreams. With a beautiful butterfly design, story time before bed will be more enjoyable. Not only is this hanging canopy perfect for sleeping under, but it also is a great addition to a craft table. The mesh material is easy to clean and provides a sleek, eye-catching look. 3 & Up $66.50 Available at Pacific Play Tents, Hayneedle, amazon.com, King Arthurs Toys

Bixbee Fairy Flyer Backpack, Light Up Wings! Smart Gear with Fun Factor. Your child can Fly & Sparkle to school or anytime! Bixbee bridges the fantastical with function. Their patented ergonomic yet fashion forward backpacks are designed to carry weight at waist level. Matching lunch boxes and sports/dance duffels also available. Bixbee is a high quality, designer backpacks and accessories company for children 3 to10 years of age. Bixbee products bridge functionality & durability with fashion & fun. Our unique backpacks have a patented horizontal design with ergonomic attributes. For every backpack purchased, Bixbee donates a schoolbag with supplies to a kid in need. One Here. One There. $49.99 Available at www.Bixbee.com

Boy Craft Monster Truck Customize your very own Monster Truck with Boy Craft’s Build your own Monster Truck. Every detail on the truck will be hand done by yourself. From the colors to the decals, take pride in knowing you are creating a on-ofa-kind monster truck that no one else will have or be able to recreate. Everything is included in the box that you need to create the biggest,baddest monster truck around. by Horizon Group USA. Ages 6 & Up/ $9.97 Available at major retailers or www.craftprojectideas.com

BubbleBum Junkie The Junkie is the perfect way to keep your backseat organized during all car trips! Features a tech sharing mount for tablets and other handheld devices, as well as showable activity trays for backseat fun. Also has an expanding compartment with a removable tote bag to organize and carry all your stuff from the home to the car. It is a must-have for all of your road trips and carpools with the kiddos! $39.99 Available at retailers and www.bubblebum.us

Color Appeel Crayons The most “Appeeling” crayons you’ll find. Color Appeel crayons are made with high quality wax giving you a strong crayon that lays down bright and smooth colors. Color Appeel comes in 12 bold colors with unique patterned barrels. And when the crayon starts to wear down, just simply pull the string to peel away the paper for more crayon coloring fun. $7.95

Available at retailers and www.intlarrivals.com

Dabbawalla Bags Flexible, strong and built to last, our insulated lunch bags are perfect for carrying lunch to school, the office, or for use as a stroller bag. Crafted from a revolutionary foam material that is degradable, recyclable, machine-washable and 100% toxic free. All lunch bags feature a sturdy handle and two interior mesh pocket and are roomy enough to fit lunch, drink bottle and snacks. Rolls up for easy storage when empty. Dabbawalla Lunch Bags come in a colorful array of patterns designed for every member of the family and an option for embroidered personalization makes lunch every day feel extra special. $30.00 Best way to purchase is online at Dabbawallabags.com

Disgusting Anatomy Brain Scientific Explorer Disgusting Anatomy Brain lets you turn your kitchen into a Frankenstein laboratory! Create a brain that looks and feels slimy and squishy, just like your own. Freak out your friends, tease some zombies or act out your own horror movie. Also, learn some anatomy while you’re creeping people out. Bonus eyeball kit included for extra abominable adventures! Includes a brain mold, an eyeball mold, gelatin (3oz.), cornstarch (5oz.), 3 food coloring bottles (0.3oz.), paintbrush, mixing stick and instructions. Ages 9 & Up. $24.99 Available at amazon.com

Early Explorers Preschool Edition The Early Explorers Preschool Edition: Travel the world with Max, Mia and their dog Toby as they explore a new world theme every month (recommended for 3 to 5 year olds) http://www.littlepassports.com 19

Fantastic Planet Colored Pencils Fantastic Planet Colored Pencils are made with plastic barrels instead of wood so no trees were harmed when making these pencils. Enjoy 24 different colored pencils in this great pencil set with some unexpected, but widely used colors like magenta, peach and even gray. Fantastic Planet pencils also have a triangular shaped barrel so they don’t roll away. All these great colored pencils come in a cute, reusable tin case. What coloring creations will you make with this Fantastic Planet of colors? $9.95 Available online and www.intlarrivals.com

Happy Snacks Color-in’ Book Enjoy the fun-filled world of tasty snacks and treats with the Happy Snacks Color-in’ Book. These fun foods are waiting for your creative coloring. With 32 pages of amazing art just waiting for your coloring imagination. Each page is a massive 9 by 12 inches that perforated so you can frame your incredible coloring. Also Color-in’ Books are made with o-rings so they lay flat for easy coloring. Ages 3 - 100. $9.98 Available online and www.intlarrivals.com

Little Passports Early Explorers Travel the world with Max, Mia and their dog Toby as they explore new world themes about landmarks, oceans, habitats, music, world discoveries and more every month (recommended for 3 to 5 year olds). Little Passports is a monthly subscription plan designed to inspire kids to learn about the world through fun and engaging activities. Ages 3-5. Monthly – $15.95 + $3 shipping billed monthly 6 Months – $95.70 one time payment + $18 shipping 12 Months – $167.40 one time payment + $36 shipping Available at littlepassports.com

Show ‘N Tell COMPLETE Know-it-All Nutriton Learning Systems for Kids The Show ‘N Tell COMPLETE Nutrition Learning System for Kids turns your kitchen (and the family taxi!) into healthy eating headquarters! The entertaining and engaging dinnerware will entice toddlers to match the pre-marked serving sizes on the bowl, cup, plate and saucer with healthy food choices. The utensils embedded in the plate cover making eating on the run easy and healthy with simple clean up. And life is made a little easier with the parent’s nutrition guidebook. Colorful, easy-to-read charts and diagrams make quick work of conveying a cornucopia of nutritional information. Your included nutrition wheels and 52 colorful nutrition flash cards are so much fun to play with that your little ones won’t even realize they are learning how to eat right! What’s Included with the Show ‘N Tell Know-It-All Complete Nutrition Pack? • Plate, Bowl and Cup w/Lid/Utensils, Saucer (Set of 2) in BPA-Free Plastic • Nutrition Game Wheels (1 Set-2) • Show ‘N Tell Flash Cards (pack of 52) Parent’s Show ‘N Tell Nutrition Guidebook (36 pages) $49.95 Available at amazon, Wayfair and Precise Portions: http://www.preciseportions.com/Show-N-Tell-Know-It-AllComplete-Nutrition-Pack-p/ppk-nls2-val2.htm 20

Shrinky Dinks Bake & Shape 3D Jewelry Shrinky Dinks Bake & Shape 3D Jewelry lets you take your Shrinky Dink jewelry to a new dimension! Just use the silicon mold to bake thin flexible flat Shrinky Dink shapes into thick sturdy plastic cuffs. Comes with earring and ring mold too! All you have to do is design and color, slide into the mold, then bake in the oven. It’s easy and safe. This complete set includes silicon ring mold, silicon bracelet mold, 12 bracelet and 10 ring pre-cut and pre-printed Shrinky Dinks shapes, 4 earring hooks, 4 jump rings, 48 sticky gems, 8 colored pencils and easy instructions. Recommended for children 8 years of age and older. $23.50 Available at Barnes & Noble, ToysRUs.com, amazon.com, Select Learning Express

The Cibo The Cibo is a “table bib” for children who have outgrown a bib but still spill food when dining. It is designed as an adorable monster with the large pocket as a mouth that catches (or eats) the mess. It easily sticks to most counter surfaces, including glass, granite and wood, leaving no residue. Even infants use it as a food/snack tray because they cannot throw it like they would a bowl. It is also great for crafts (especially beads & glitter!) It is 100% soft silicone, BPA & Phthalate free. It rolls for easy storage and travel, especially to restaurants! 18 months - 9 years. $24.99 Available at Online at amazon.com, Buy Buy Baby, Bed Bath & Beyond and www.thecibo.com

The Multiples Tableware Sets Absolutely the funnest way to encourage math with your children! The Multiples Tableware sets come complete with a 9” plate, a 7.5” bowl, a 6.5” plate and a 3.5” tumbler and includes four cute animal characters along with their associated numbers and several mathmatical methodolgies for the kids to explore. Designed in the UK and made from 100% melamine these plates are BPA free and dishwasher safe. Ages 2-10 years. $34.99 Available at amazon.com, selected retailers and www.themultiples.com

Three Little Piggies Inspired by the beloved children’s story, young players ages 3-6 fit large pieces on the Three Little Piggies game board so that the piggies are either playing outside, or hiding in their houses when the wolf shows up. Endless fun can be had with 48 challenges, while the manipulatives allow young children to play with the game pieces even when not playing the game. $24.99 http://amzn.to/1JNQRA1

Ubbi 3-in-1 Potty The Ubbi 3-in-1 potty combines functionality and design providing parents with the convenience of a single product throughout all the phases of potty training and beyond: 1) potty 2) toilet trainer 3) step stool. The potty has a built-in splashguard and a deep inner bowl that is easy to clean and remove. Ergonomically designed for comfort, the toilet trainer has integrated handles for an added sense of stability and security with a non-skid edge that is contoured to safely hold the child in place when on the potty or on the toilet. The potty rests on a colorful and contemporary bottom that keeps firmly on the floor without sliding around, converting into a practical stand-alone step stool. $39.99 Available at retailers and www.ubbiworld.com

Products for Tweens & Teens

Jumbo Cupcake Reversible Sleeping Bag

So sweet! This 100% brushed polyester super stuffed sleeping bag is comfy and versatile! It’s fully reversible and can also be opened flat and used as a quilt. Separate webbing straps with handle make this easy for carrying or travel. Machine washable. 30” x 66.” Ages 6 - 12. $59.99 Available at retailers and www.3c4g.com

Pink Chevron Plush Chair Add a bit of glam to your bedroom, camping or dorm with this super soft long plush folding moon chair. Comes packaged in canvas carrying case. Chair frame measures 35” diameter x 31” tall and holds up to 200 lbs. Ages 6 - 12. $78.99 Available at retailers and www.3c4g.com

Rainbow Hearts Reversible Sleeping Bag This 100% brushed polyester super stuffed sleeping bag is comfy and versatile! It’s fully reversible and can also be opened flat and used as a quilt. Separate webbing straps with handle make this easy for carrying or travel. Machine washable. 30” x 66.” Ages 6 - 12. $59.99 Available at retailers and www.3c4g.com

Chic Nursing Shawl

Products for Mom

So stylish and discreet, no one will know it’s a nursing cover. Unlike brightly-colored apron-style nursing covers Bamboobies® Chic Nursing Shawl is a versatile wardrobe essential for maternity, nursing, and beyond! • Softer, more eco-friendly bamboo fabric • Lighter weight and breathable for better comfort • Perfect stretchiness to fit baby underneath & mom’s changing body • The perfect drape for a chic look Made with bamboo jersey and a touch of spandex – one-size fits most and comes in 2 stylish colors: Black and Blackberry. $29.99 Available in retail stores and buybamboobies.com

Liliputi® 3in1 Babywearing and Maternity Mama Coat Our Liliputi® 3-in-1 Babywearing and Maternity Mama Coat with its sleek design and sporty yet elegant style is ideal for all occasions. It keeps mommy and baby warm in the winter colds, and has numerous solutions that support carrying. You can wear it without a baby or with the babywearing insert for front and back carry. With an extra pregnancy insert you can also use it while you are expecting your little one providing with warmth and protection from the very beggining. Thanks to the zippers applied under the armpits, the coat can be easily taken on and off, even with your little baby on your back, ready to go. The bottom of the coat, supplied with an elastic cord, can be adjusted to the required width to keep the tiny legs of your baby warm too. As part of the coat, the baby insert offers solutions for both front and back carry, it can be easily fastened through the zipper as well as fitted perfectly with the help of two buttoned rubber and one built in string. Two pockets with thermo lining warm the hands in order to bolster the mommies’ extra comfort. We have incorporated all our knowledge and creativity to give our coat rich functionality along with special and unique appearance. We have researched for the highest quality materials that are applied without compromise. The main material of the coat is SoftShell, which is a special fabric, primarily used for professional outdoor equipment. The unique characteristics of the fabric makes it possible that the coat is not only water-resistant, but breathable and windproof, too. Through its production the highest quality standards prevail as well. If you are looking for the best relation quality/price in a mama coat, you´ve found it. $199.99 Customers are able to purchase the coat at our online shop liliputibabycarriers.com, or at one of our many retail partners worldwide. 23

Swarovski Stackable Gemstone Bangle Hand set into a silver or gold plated bangle, these glittering 8mm Swarovski chatons will add some sparkle to your wardrobe. You can stack multiple together or layer them with other bracelets for a whole new look. The stones are about 1.5 carats and come in 13 eye-catching hues: Aquamarine, Blush Rose, Burgundy, Capri Blue, Cyclamen Opal (Purple), Green Palace Opal, Jonquil (Yellow), Khaki, Metallic Blue, Pacific Opal, Silver Night, Silver Shade, and White Opal. $62.00 Available at www.isabellegracejewelry.com

Not Just Any Old Day Jewelry “Your Special Day” Key Calendar Necklace with Swarovski Crystal & Chain This engravable Calendar Key Necklace features the month of your choice with a Swarovski crystal marking your special day. Choose from Antique Silver, Antique Brass or Antique Rose Gold finishes. The Calendar Key incorporates the line’s signature calendar “Datesake™” charm into a hip, stylish accessory that is not only beautiful but uniquely yours. Also available in the mini charm size. $49.99 www.notjustanyoldday.com

The EYN Case EYN cases fit on most smartphones including the iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5/5S, iPhone 6 and 6 plus as well as the Samsung Galaxy S4 Android phone. Eyn (which stands for “everything you need”) services as an all-in-one storage piece for cash, credit cards, keys, and of course, your smart phone. EYN has a built-in storage compartment that also serves as protection for your smart phone. Also included is a mirror inside, which doubles as a stand to rest your case while watching videos or playing applications with ease. Cases are available in many colors, and each includes a strap to go around your wrist while going out to functions or just going to the gym. $9.99 - $29.99 Available at http://www.eynproducts.com

DVDs & Video Games

Ruby’s Studio: The Siblings Show “Ruby’s Studio: The Siblings Show” is a fun, engaging way to help young siblings work it out and find the love. Throughout this special day with Ruby and a group of real-life siblings, kids will learn memorable tools to resolve conflict, tame jealousy, and prepare for a new baby, while also exploring why the connection and love between siblings is so special and important. $14.99 Available at themotherco.com, amazon.com, iTunes

Up On The Wooftop Santa’s smaller than average dog Toby dreams of leading Santa’s sleigh one day. After sneaking on to the sleigh for a test run before Christmas Eve, Toby’s accidentally left behind at a home in suburban Iowa where he joins forces with two kids to find his way back to the North Pole. Ages 5 - 13. $14.99 Available at amazon.com and http://amzn.to/1LteIZ2

Frozen Flashing Light Karaoke The Frozen Karaoke Machine with Flashing Lights is easy-to-use and allows your kids to sing along with their favorite music. A bonus CD+G and lyric booklet are included, featuring hit songs from the movie: Let It Go, Do You Want to Build a Snowman, and In Summer. The flashing lights add fun to a party right out of the box. Connect the Frozen Karaoke Machine to your TV for amplified sound and lights. When connected, your TV can scroll the lyrics, making it easy and fun for your kids to sing the famous songs from Frozen. The Frozen Karaoke Machine with Flashing Lights features lots of options for music sources. Using the included cable, connect your iPad, iPhone, and iPod, or tablet device, or use the built-in CD player to play music and sing along. Designed with graphics from Disneys Frozen, this karaoke machine includes a Frozen CD+G with lyric booklet, a hand-held microphone, AV cable, AUX cable, AC adapter, user manual, and a 1-year warranty. Dual microphone inputs give you the option to use two microphones simultaneously, so you can share the fun with a duet. (One microphone is included, others sold separately). • Karaoke System Features: Plugs Into TV, Echo Control, Microphone Volume Control, Master Volume Control, Balance Control, Automatic Voice Control • Display Features: LCD Display • Media Type Compatibility: CD, CD+G • Disc Capacity: 1 • Number of Microphone Inputs: 2 • Includes: Instruction Manual • Warranty Description: 1 Year Limited Manufacturer Ages 5 & Up. $79.99 Available at Target

Technology & Applications

Little Scholar School Zone – Little Scholar Tablet – Preloaded with School Zone’s Proven learning curriculum can also customize which apps, music, and e-books are active on Little Scholar to fit specific learning needs such as educational apps enhance math, reading, spelling, geography, science, creativity and critical thinking skills. With over 200 preloaded apps, rear facing camera and ready to play with or without wi-fi. Recommended for ages from pre-K to first grade. $149.99 Available at www.littlescholartab.com, Toys “R” Us and amazon.com

Osmo Genius Kit Genius Kit includes a set of 5 different games that allows children to explore science, math, art, and more! Kids and adults alike can cultivate their minds and creativity through Osmo’s games System comes with reflector, base and five apps: Words, Tangram, Newton, Masterpiece, Numbers Designed for anyone aged 6 and up, this educational toy can be enjoyed by nearly everyone in the family Works with latest iPads: iPad 2, iPad 3, iPad 4 iPad Mini, iPad Mini Retina, iPad Air $99.99 Available online and at Playosmo.com and amazon.com

WHOOSH! Screen Shine Keeping out devices and screens clean in a safe, non-toxic way is a requirement of living in a mobile society. More people touch more devices than ever before and this reality requires all of us to extend personal hygiene to tech hygiene. In the same way that we are encouraged to regularly wash our hands to fight the spread of germs, we must now regularly clean our devices and screens as well. WHOOSH! Screen Shine is the only cleaning solution that has been proven to do this in a safe, non-toxic way. Leveraging the latest advancements in formula development, WHOOSH! Screen Shine was specifically developed to be a safe yet powerful cleaning solution that eliminates fingerprints, smudges, dirt, grime and makeup from and electronic device screen – leaving a clear, streak-free finish that makes the screen shine like new. WHOOSH! Screen Shine is made with biodegradable surfactants and its proprietary formula provides a non-thin invisible coating that also provides resistance to fingerprints and dirt buildup. Plus, WHOOSH! Screen Shine is safe and non-toxic. There’s no harmful residue left behind or transferred on to your fingers to worry about. WHOOSH! products do not contain alcohol, acids, ammonia, chlorine, solvents, petroleum distillates, phosphates, of VOC’s (Volatile Organic Compounds). WHOOSH! Screen Shine is odorless, streak free, haze-free & anti-static. $6 - $20 Available at www.whoosh.com, www.amazon.com and select Wal-Mart stores

Housewares & Home Décor

Cafe Wall Caddy, Space Saving K-Cup® Holder The Café Wall Caddy stores your K-Cup® coffee pods on the wall, right next to your Keurig coffee maker. This space saving storage caddy is held in place on your kitchen wall using your existing outlet cover, allowing for easy access to your K-Cups while freeing up valuable counter space. The Café Wall Caddy features a modular design so rows can be added or removed for the perfect fit on your wall and the perfect storage solution for your kitchen! Make the most of your kitchen space and organize 22 of your favorite coffee pods right where you need them by the Keurig! * All trademarks and copyrights are the property of their respective owners. This product is not affiliated with or licensed by Keurig Incorporated. $14.99 Available at retailers and http://www.beratek-industries.com/cafe-wall-caddy

Power Perch, the Outlet Shelf for Your Electronics This convenient and easy-to-install shelf will keep your phone and other electronics off the floor while they’re charging, and since it uses an existing outlet cover to mount, there won’t be any damage to your walls. Put it in your bathroom to hold electronic toothbrushes, keep it in the kitchen to keep your phone close at hand while it’s charging, put it in the garage for rechargeable tools or flashlights or keep it in just about any other room for a handy charging station or charging shelf. Made in the USA. $9.99 Available at www.beratek-industries.com

ANGRY-mama Whimsical Microwave cleaner, designed as a 50’s era mama. Remove her hair and head from body, add vinegar and water. Replace head and microwave on high for 7 minutes. Loosens the crud from inside the microwave. Wipe down. $8.95 Available at amazon.com, Harriet Carter, Bed Bath & Beyond and various other gift/kitchen stores 28

Jewelry & Accesories

Autism Puzzle Piece Charm from Chamilia by Swarovski Group Help unlock the mystery of autism with the Autism Puzzle Piece charm. The sterling silver autism logo of this charm brings awareness to this important cause. Chamilia by Swarovski Group $35 Available online and at http://www.chamilia.com www.worldvisiongifts.org

“I Love You to the Moon and Back” Charm Necklace Sterling silver children’s charm necklace adorned with the special message “I Love You to the Moon & Back” on one side of the charm and a unique puff heart and moon embellishment on the other. This timeless charm comes on a durable 14” Italian box chain. A keepsake necklace she will treasure forever! 2 to 10 years. $29.99 Available at Kitsons, Children’s boutiques throughout the U.S., cherishedmomentsshop.com

Lily and Momo Pretty Bird Hair Clips Handmade Pretty Bird Hair Clips with alligator clip. Lily and Momo-Launched in 2011, the Lily and Momo collection features hair clips, clip keepers, headbands, bags and jewelry with packaging made from recycled paper. Our products are hand-made and with the philosophy of “Happy Together.” The collections are fresh and vibrant with many customers commenting “My daughter will now only wear Lily and Momo hair clips!” Recent company awards include Reader’s Favorite Award from Baby & Children’s magazine, as well as being a Cribsie Award winner. Ages 2-8. $10.00 Available at www.lilyandmomo Also see store locator on www.lilyandmomo.com

Not Just Any Old Day’s Top Gift for Teens An eye-catching and unique way to keep a special day (like your child’s birthdate!) close to your heart at all times, each datesake piece is inscribed with a signature calendar featuring a Swarovski crystal marking the date. Loved by celebrities like Kelly Preston, Tori Spelling, and Courteney Cox, Not Just Any Old Day’s Calendar jewelry is handcrafted from recycled lead-free pewter and in the USA. The Calendar Collection’s unique keepsakes will be adored for a lifetime. Zodiac Key Pendant A trendy and unique way to show off your zodiac sign and celebrate your individuality! On the front, the Antique Silver Key Necklace features the zodiac symbol and 11 bright Swarovski crystals that twinkle like the stars. On the back, the zodiac name is proudly displayed. This plated pewter charm has an oxidized finish and is available in all 12 zodiac symbols. $49.99 www.notjustanyoldday.com

Isabelle Grace Jewelry’s Top Gift Picks for Trendy Fashionistas & Moms Swarovski Stackable Gemstone Bangle Hand set into a silver or gold plated bangle, these glittering 8mm Swarovski chatons will add some sparkle to your wardrobe. You can stack multiple together or layer them with other bracelets for a whole new look. The stones are about 1.5 carats and come in 13 eye-catching hues: Aquamarine, Blush Rose, Burgundy, Capri Blue, Cyclamen Opal (Purple), Green Palace Opal, Jonquil (Yellow), Khaki, Metallic Blue, Pacific Opal, Silver Night, Silver Shade, and White Opal. $62.00

The Charm Opener

The Charm Opener is a user-friendly patented tool designed to easily open all brands of charm bracelets, necklaces and clip beads. Invented to provide a simple, efficient and convenient solution to the often challenging job of opening charms and locked beads, the Charm Opener is the little pink wonder that saves time, frustration and fingernails! Ages 18 - 65 & Up. $25.00 Available at www.caterinajewelry.com, www.charmopener.com and several jewelry stores across the US

Pollyseon Iron Maiden “No Wait” Stow Pollyseon’s Eco Iron Maiden “No Wait” Stow is a patented, innovative case to protect your flat & curling irons, while also being kind to the environment. This case has the beauty & travel worlds talking. It not only protects your hot tools from the environment, but also protects your environment from the tools. Say goodbye to: scorched countertops & towels; kinked & damaged cords; waiting to stow after use; potentially endangering children & pets when leaving iron unattended to cool. Our highly lauded Stow is a must for every woman. $69.00 Available at http://pollyseon.com, amazon.com 30

Music & Audio Books

“The Man Who Saved Christmas” Original Studio Cast Recording CD After nearly a decade of lifting theatre audiences to their feet on two continents, the hit holiday musical THE MAN WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS has at last been released on CD and as a Digital Download! Don’t be fooled by the title of composer-lyricist Ron Lytle’s happy holiday hit. With a score boasting 16 new songs that instantly feel like old friends, THE MAN WHO SAVED CHRISTMAS is “year-round listening” for lovers of classic musical theatre. Thirty-four singers, along with a fourteen-piece orchestra have gathered together to bring these toe-tapping melodies and sparkling lyrics to glorious life in an all-new Studio Cast Album. And what a cast! Veterans of Broadway Productions, Broadway Road Companies, National and International Tours, the New York City Opera Company, Cabaret, and even the world of Reality TV singing competitions have come together to record the score in its entirety. And just in time for Christmas! $14.98 Available at TheManWhoSavedChristmas.com, amazon.com, iTunes, CD Baby, Dress Circle, Footlight Records, The Broadway Store, etc.

Andy Z- Classic Songs & Traditional Tunes Andy Z’s latest recording, Classic Songs & raditional Tunes, blends beloved American folk songs with classic children’s songs that the younger set just can’t get enough of. Andy has brought together two genres that complement one another beautifully, capturing the heart and intention of the songs as they were originally written. For this 15-song CD, he used true-to-genre instrumentation, thoughtful arrangements, and restored lyrics that we don’t often hear on some of these songs. Add Andy’s open, friendly vocals, particularly well suited for this music, and you get a rousing CD that will entertain and engage for years to come. Ages 3 & Up $14.98 Available at PHYSICAL CD or DIGITAL ALBUM: CD Baby: http://www.cdbaby.com/cd/ andyz12. Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Classic-Songs-Traditional-Tunes-Andy/dp/ B00V5BIYQ0 DIGITAL ALBUM: iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/classic-songs-traditional/ id973738035

Calling All The Elephants Two hit songwriters collide resulting in 12 cheeky, laugh-out-loud funny songs. Randy’s country roots and Dave’s children’s pop music roots come together to create a wacky, seesaw feel, moving from a country stroll where the wit of the lyrics sneaks up on you to a rock ‘n’ roll sprint where an outrageous lyric slams right into you. You have to hear this to believe it! $14.98 Available at CDBaby.com and amazon.com

The Occupational Octaves Piano Series Books 1-3 Occupational Octaves Piano is a mainstream piano curriculum written in a Special-Needs-User-Friendly NEW language of music! Students with Autism and other special needs have been learning to play with this system since 2009 and many have become classical musicians by doing so. The key to this program is using a set of colored letters in rhythmically designed boxes instead of the confusing and complex original language of music, which is NOT Special-Needs-User-Friendly. Books 1-3 of the 8 book series are available to the public. All Ages. http://www.difflearn.com/category/s?keyword=occupational+octaves+piano $14.95 p/book Available at http://www.amazon.com/Occupational-Octaves-Piano-Lee-Stockner/dp/0988710404/ref=sr_1_1?ie= UTF8&qid=1440544887&sr=8-1&keywords=occupational+octaves+piano

Painting Lulu’s My Little Pony Paper-to-Digital Coloring Pack Painting Lulu is a Paper-to-Digital Coloring Pack that includes a paper coloring book, a digital crayon, and an app. Kids draw on paper with regular crayons, scan the pages using the free app on any mobile device, and continue to decorate, correct, and share their drawing digitally! Kids enjoy the real feel of using crayons, markers, paintbrushes, and erasers whether at home or on the go – and they will never run out of colors and coloring pages again. Ages 3 - 9. $6.99 Available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/9657641020

Come Bien!/Eat Right! This bilingual educator-musician’s 16th album for children is a delightful and engaging bilingual album that offers a fun-filled approach to healthy eating. Orozco has teamed up with a friend and Mexican-American music icon, the GRAMMY-winning Quetzal Flores. Flores, who produced the record, rose to prominence in the early 1990s as the guitar player and namesake of Quetzal, the East Los Angeles-based “Chicano rock” pioneers. The 37 bilingual songs aim to motivate children to follow a healthy diet while delighting them with a cornucopia of sounds and Latin rhythms. $9.49 - $13.00 Available at Amazon, iTunes, Smithsonian Folkways http://www.folkways.si.edu/ news-and-press/jose-luis-orozco-come-bien-eat-right

Great Pretenders Club by The Pop Ups A collaboration between Brooklyn musicians Jason Rabinowitz and Jacob Stein, The Pop Ups have been setting the standard for children’s music since 2010. The two-time GRAMMY Award nominees continue to engage fans with songs that will spark imagination and creativity. Great Pretenders Club is inspired by the essential role of play in childhood development. Play is deeply tied to how animals (including human animals!) learn, adapt, and socialize. The Pop Ups wrote these songs to engage children (and bears) in imaginative play as a means of exploration and learning. The Pop Ups consulted noted biologist and animal ethologist Marc Bekoff PhD to write lyrics to reflect animal behavior and the human-centered “science of play.” Ages 2 - 6. $13.00 Available at amazon.com exclusively

Happy Kids Songs Children today have more sophisticated taste in music than we give them credit for. Many parents, searching for quality music for kids, are frustrated by their children’s attraction to adult music. Happy Kids Songs provide not only high quality entertainment, but also help children ground the many valuable concepts that they can grow by. 99c each or a 5 song download is $4.95 Available at www.happykidssongs.com and www.iTunes.com

Happy Kids Songs Work Book The Happy Kids Songs Workbook – filled with 124 pages of “Hands-On Activities to Build Character, Social and Emotional Skills” features lyrics, coloring pages and a variety of games and puzzles designed to provide useful tools for children to learn on their own, as well as encouraging topics for discussion at home or at school. $13.95 Available at amazon.com and www.happysongskids.com 33

Nursery Rhyme Parade! By Lisa Loeb This cozy-time collection of favorite nursery rhymes and songs features 35 familiar nursery rhymes and songs, collected from hundreds of possibilities in the children’s canon. Guest artists include singer-songwriter Renee Stahl, with children’s voices rounding out the inviting and joyful tone of the album. It’s one of two children’s albums debuting this fall as Amazon Music. Acclaimed children’s book and magazine illustrator Ekaterina Truhan created the sprightly animal parade art. Ages 2 - 6. $13, $9 MP3 Available at Amazon.com exclusively http://www.amazon.com/Nursery-Rhyme-ParadeLisa-Loeb/dp/B015QM4MJG/ref=ntt_mus_dp_dpt_1

Owl Singalong by Raffi The children’s troubadour presents 16 new songs incorporating a range of styles and a variety of instruments including strings, horns and ukulele. Raffi entertains his young fans with exuberant, infectious new tunes such as”More We Sing Together” and “Dog on the Bus,” sings in Spanish on “Somos El Barco” and in French on “Dans La Forêt Lointaine.” Raffi pays tribute to the late folk-music icon Pete Seeger with “Garden Song” and a rollicking spoken-word rendition of the beloved African folk tale “Abiyoyo.” The children’s voices on this album are a total delight. Ages 2 - 6. $15.00 Available at amazon.com, iTunes, etc: http://www.amazon.com/Owl-Singalong/dp/B015PHE1SY and https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/owl-singalong/id1042169971

Smiles Ahead It’s easy to smile and feel right about the world while rocking along to the sunny songs here. The artists represent a range of musical genres and hail from cities across the country. From the first track “Jump Up!” by Grammy nominated artist Brady Rymer, to positively peppy songs from The Pop Ups, Mista Cookie Jar, Secret Agent 23 Skidoo, Frances England, Kira Willey and other luminaries, it’s clear that this is a feel-good collection. Making their debut onto the family music scene are country artist Rissi Palmer (“Best Day Ever”) and Katydid (“Together Song”). Indie rockers The Verve Pipe wrote a brand-new song just for this album, the rousing anthem, “Get Happy.” Ages 2 - 8. Mighty Mo Productions. $9 - $10 Available at amazon.com, iTunes, Mighty Mo Productions and selected

We All Shine Children’s Music CD by Play Date. Kids music for the whole family. Play Date’s new record – We All Shine – is light, soulful, stylish, and unforgettable. From the sly “Stevie the Fox,” to the super-sneaky rap lullaby “Ninja Pajamas,” to the undeniably heart-filling “L-O-V-E You.” These songs may have been written for children, but they glow with a sophistication that will surprise the grumpiest grownups. Flecks of garage rock, dancehall, pop, synth, and influences from Patsy Cline, Donovan, Dan Zanes and They Might Be Giants are woven through this album. “We All Shine is a wonderful, artistic gem of a record that will bring a smile to everyone young or young at heart.” Allen Foster (AXS.COM) The delightfully dynamic, award-winning, Husband/wife duo Greg Attonito (The Bouncing Souls) and singer/songwriter, Shanti Wintergate are the heart of the kindie music group, Play Date. The goal of their music is to inspire children to use their imaginations - and their dance moves – to explore the world around them. Play Date’s aptly-named album, Imagination won NAPPA’s 2015 Award, 2014 Parents’ Choice Award & Creative Child’s 2014 Seal of Excellence Award. “There’s always been a strong sense of self-discovery and independence in good kids’ music, and Play Date’s album, Imagination, has it all.” Stefan Shepherd, NPR. Ages 2 - 8. $12.00 Available at www.funfunrecords.com, www.iloveplaydate.com, iTunes, amazon.com, all major online retail outlets, specialty stores, music stores, book stores. 34

BARK B-Q Nutritional Condiment Sauce for Dogs (Pork Flavor Treat) The original nutritional condiment for dry dog food. A succulent pork flavor; BARK B-Q features 19 vitamins and minerals including glucoasamine, Omega 3/6/9, prebiotic and real food nutrition.

Products for Pets

FUNNY NAME . . . SERIOUSLY GOOD $7.95 Available at Mills Farm Fleet, amazon.com, www.Petchup.dog, independent boutiques and pet product retailers

PETCHUP, Nutritional Condiment Sauce for Dogs (Beef Flavor Treat) The original nutritional condiment for dry dog food. A hearty beef flavor, PETCHUP features 19 vitamins and minerals including glucoasamine, Omega 3/6/9, a prebiotic and real food nutrition. FUNNY NAME . . . SERIOUSLY GOOD $7.95 Available at Walmart, HEB, Millâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Farm Fleet, amazon.com, www.petchup.dog, boutique pet shops around the country

MUTTSTARD Nutritional Condiment Sauce for Dogs (Salmon Flavor Treat) The original nutritional condiment for dry dog food, Real Alaskan salmon oil, MUTTSTARD features 19 vitamins and minerals including glucoasamine, Omega 3/6/9 and a prebiotic and real food nutrition. FUNNY NAME . . . SERIOUSLY GOOD $7.95 Available at HEB, Mills Farm Fleet, amazon.com, www.petchup.dog, independent boutique and pet supply retailers

MUTT-N-AISE Nutritional Condiment Sauce for Dogs (Turkey Flavor Treat) The original nutritional condiment for dry dog food. A roast turkey flavor; MUTT-N-AISE features 19 vitamins and minerals including glucoasamine, Omega 3/6/9, prebiotic and real food nutrition. FUNNY NAME . . . SERIOUSLY GOOD $7.95 Available at Mills Farm Fleet, amazon.com, www.petchup.dog, independent boutiques and pet supply retailers

MEOWSTARD Nutritional Condiment Sauce for Cats (Turkey Flavor) The original nutritional condiment for dry cat food. A delicious roast turkey flavor; MEOWSTARD features 10 vitamins and minerals including L-Taurine, Omega 3, prebiotic and r eal food nutrition. FUNNY NAME . . . SERIOUSLY GOOD $6.95 Available at HEB, amazon.com, www.Petchup.dog, independent boutiques and pet supply retailers.

CATCHUP Nutritional Condiment Sauce for Cats (Salmon Flavor Treat) The original nutritional condiment for dry cat food. Featuring real Alaskan salmon oil; CATCHUP features 10 vitamins and minerals including L-Taurine, Omega 3, prebiotic and real food nutrition. FUNNY NAME . . . SERIOUSLY GOOD $6.95 Available at HEB, Amazon, www.Petchup.dog, independent boutiques and pet supply retailers

WiggleLess Dog Back Brace When used as directed the vet recommended and patented WiggleLess Dog Back brace is designed to curtail twisting, relieve stress and provide comfortable, firm back support for dogs. Choose from 8 sizes. $69.95 - $139.95 Depends on Size Available at wiggleless.com

Clotit Pet First Aid Kit The ClotIt Animal First Aid Kit features ClotIt® Brand blood-stopping powder, as well as 21 other items that you may need to assist your wounded pet, including: medical gauze, tweezers, dry swabs, wash swabs, a tick remover, medical tape, and bandages. It is a great gift or stocking stuffer for all animal lovers. $24.99 Available at Various pet retailers throughout the US, Doctors Foster and Smith, amazon.com, or direct from Protege Biomedical by emailing orders@clotit.com

Clotit Blood Stopping Powder for Pets ClotIt blood stopping powder is an all-natural first-aid powder for animals designed to stop bleeding quickly. It is great to have on hand for nail clipping injuries or accidents that wound your precious pet! ClotIt stops the bleed 5x faster than competitor products. Most wounds stop bleeding completely in 11 seconds or less. $14.99 Available at Pet retailers throughout the US, Doctor’s Foster and Smith, amazon.com, or directly from Protege Biomedical by emailingorders@clotit.com

Litter One Litter One is a biodegradable, all-inclusive, and disposable cat litter kit. Each Litter One kit includes: a scoop, 30 freshly scented waste bags, and pine pellet litter in a box that has a soy-based wax coating on the inside to protect the cardboard from moisture. When your cat urinates, the pellets turn into sawdust and disappear into Litter One’s false floor. The false floor allows the sawdust to fall to the bottom of the litter box and keeps it there, eliminating dust and tracking. Litter One will last 4 to 6 weeks for 1 cat. When you are finished with your Litter One kit, you can simply discard everything included in the Litter One system. The days of cleaning out dirty litter boxes are over! Order now and enjoy Litter One. Odorless. Disposable. Convenient! $24.95 Available at Target and litterone.com 36

Products for the Family

Fabric Doodlers Permanent Markers

Fabric Doodlers are the perfect set of markers for any artistic creation to be made on fabric. Your set of Fabric Doodlers comes with 12 fabulous colored markers with permanent ink. And the 4.8mm felt tip means you can make very intricate, artistic details on your fabric creations. A special bonus with Fabric Doodlers is that they work on paper too. $11.95 Available online and www.intlarrivals.com

MyBuckleMate Seat Belt Buckling Solution A must-have for holiday road trips and everyday car journeys, MyBuckleMate keeps back seat buckles propped up and easy to reach so buckling up is always a snap! No more buckles flopping around, falling into seat pockets, or getting wedged under booster seats--buckles always stay where you can easily reach them. It is the perfect seat belt solution for kids in booster seats, and those with special needs or motor planning difficulties. MyBuckleMate is also able to fit in tight spaces (such as between booster seats) and stay secure, so seats can be folded down without removing it. It won’t interfere with your vehicle’s buckling mechanism, as it locks into place around the fabric that anchors back seat buckles to your auto’s back seat. It won’t obstruct the buckle’s release button or the latchplate where the buckle clicks into place. Available in Red (brand new!), Black, Gray, Cream, and Tan. Ages 3 & Up. $14.99 duo-pack Available at http://www.mybucklemate.com

Wishy Life Buddies: The Original Easter Tradition Start a fun, interactive family tradition this Easter season. Children bring their ‘Buddy’ to life by naming him and sprinkling him with Wishy Dust. Each night, for a week leading up to Easter Sunday, the child will leave out an empty Easter egg in hopes their ‘Buddy’ will fill it with something special (note/scripture, candy, gum, money, etc). In the morning the child will search for their reward egg. On Easter Sunday ‘Buddy’ will have to leave but promises to return the following year to look after his new family and friends. Ages 3 - 10. $30.00 Available at www.wishylife.com

NFL FIKI FOOTBALL (Flick It & Kick It Football) Tabletop football has been played for decades but never like this! Featuring the logo of your favorite NFL team on a genuine leather triangle “football” with pro-style pebble surface, the game also includes an NFL replica mini-field decorated with team logos and a goalpost. The game is nostalgic for adults and a game kids continue to play today. A timeless game. $9.95 Available at Calendar Club, www.fikisports.com

Products for Education

ADHD Skills Booster: Tween Ultimate

Teaches your tween (ages 9 to 13 years) focus and planning skills with continuous attention monitoring (a new type of biofeedback) and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. This 3D game is designed so that every action the child takes trains strategy and planning skills just by performing actions in the game (study specifications for car parts, choose a team, and drive the car you built to win the race). Practice distraction avoidance by not letting our Trickster character get you off track. Track your child’s learning progress via the Dashboard. Train skills any time, anywhere 10 or 20 minutes a day. Developed by neuroscientist Mom of ADHD child and a behavioral analyst with input from kids. Free with the app is membership in Own Proud, a community for expert advice, recipes, support from experience parents and more. We are much more than an app company; we are a community for better living with gamistry. In our pilot test, 83% (5 out of 6) ADHD players increased attention with 3 or more rounds (1 player started with high scores, which didn’t increase, but this player had used app prior to the test). Out of nonADHD players ALL (9 out of 9) increased attention scores with 3 or more rounds. Practice is encouraged, ADHD players can take up to 8 training rounds to reach attention scores in the 80-90% range of the nonADHD players. A total of 75% of players enjoyed sharpening their skills through play with our app. App also offered in Teen version (ages 13 to 17 years) and Free (one-time use) trial version. No ads and no in-app purchases. Pay once, that’s it. $34.99 Available at iTunes App Store, https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/adhd-skillsbooster-tween/id979633376?mt=8 and AdapTac Games LLC and http://adaptacgames.com

The Occupational Octaves Piano Series Books 1-3 Occupational Octaves Piano is a mainstream piano curriculum written in a Special-Needs-User-Friendly NEW language of music! Students with Autism and other special needs have been learning to play with this system since 2009 and many have become classical musicians by doing so. The key to this program is using a set of colored letters in rhythmically designed boxes instead of the confusing and complex original language of music, which is NOT Special-Needs-User-Friendly. Books 1-3 of the 8 book series are available to the public. All Ages. http://www.difflearn.com/category/s?keyword=occupational+octaves+piano S14.95 p/book Available at http://www.amazon.com/Occupational-Octaves-Piano-LeeStockner/dp/0988710404/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440544887&sr=81&keywords=occupational+octaves+piano

Mobility & Health

The SandPad™ Engineered in 70 shore hardness rubber, the SandPad™ provides a wider base of stability than normal crutch, cane or walker tips to support a user’s weight for easy travel across beaches without sinking into the sand. Its scientific design utilizing four support ribs and a flexible rubber elastomer make it both lightweight and stable for parallel usage on golf courses, in gardens and on regular paved surfaces. 6” inches in diameter, the patented circular design features a 3” inch flat bottom that also allows users the ability to free stand their crutches on flat surfaces, which no other product offers. This feature also allows users of other free-standing canes usage between sand and flat surfaces without having to switch back and forth between devices. The SandPad fits all standard 1” inch diameter crutch, cane and walker stem sizes and weighs in at just 11 oz. to provide an exciting solution for any user that wishes to maintain an active and healthy recreational lifestyle! For canes less than 1” inch in diameter, all single packaged SandPads include pre-measured peel away 8” inch long tape strip adaptors which easily wrap around cane stems to insure a secure grip. All SandPads are proudly made in the USA through the West American Rubber Company in Orange, California. $24.95 and $44.95 http://www.thesandpad.com

The SandPad™ LandPad All Terrain Stabilizer Don’t let your crutches or canes keep you off the beach! Engineered in 70 shore hardness rubber, the SandPad™ provides a wider base of stability than normal crutch, cane or walker tips to support a user’s weight for easy travel across beaches without sinking into the sand. Its scientific design utilizing four support ribs and a flexible rubber elastomer make it both lightweight and stable for parallel usage on golf courses, in gardens and on regular paved surfaces. 6” inches in diameter, the patented circular design features a 3” inch flat bottom that also allows users the ability to free stand their crutches on flat surfaces, which no other product offers. This feature also allows users of other free-standing canes usage between sand and flat surfaces without having to switch back and forth between devices. The SandPad fits all standard 1” inch diameter crutch, cane and walker stem sizes and weighs in at just 11 oz. to provide an exciting solution for any user that wishes to maintain an active and healthy recreational lifestyle! For canes less than 1” inch in diameter, all single packaged SandPads include pre-measured peel away 8” inch long tape strip adaptors which easily wrap around cane stems to insure a secure grip. Available in single and paired retail packaging, all SandPads are proudly made in the USA. $24.95 and $44.95 http://www.thesandpad.com

BeKOOOL Soft Gel Sheets for Kids BeKOOOL’s easy-to-use, non-messy soft gel sheets: • Stick to kids’ foreheads, so little ones who are sick can comfortably rest and relax. • Provide up to eight hours of cooling relief. • Safe to use with fever-reducing medicine (it’s non-medicated). Feature happy Disney characters on the gel sheets that will make any feverish kid smile. Ages 2 & Up. $5.00 Available at CVS, Walgreens, Rite Aid, amazon.com, Drugstore.com

Special Needs

ADHD Skills Booster: Tween Ultimate Teaches your tween (ages 9 to 13 years) focus and planning skills with continuous attention monitoring (a new type of biofeedback) and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques. This 3D game is designed so that every action the child takes trains strategy and planning skills just by performing actions in the game (study specifications for car parts, choose a team, and drive the car you built to win the race). Practice distraction avoidance by not letting our Trickster character get you off track. Track your child’s learning progress via the Dashboard. Train skills any time, anywhere 10 or 20 minutes a day. Developed by neuroscientist Mom of ADHD child and a behavioral analyst with input from kids. Free with the app is membership in Own Proud, a community for expert advice, recipes, support from experience parents and more. We are much more than an app company; we are a community for better living with gamistry. In our pilot test, 83% (5 out of 6) ADHD players increased attention with 3 or more rounds (1 player started with high scores, which didn’t increase, but this player had used app prior to the test). Out of nonADHD players ALL (9 out of 9) increased attention scores with 3 or more rounds. Practice is encouraged, ADHD players can take up to 8 training rounds to reach attention scores in the 80-90% range of the nonADHD players. A total of 75% of players enjoyed sharpening their skills through play with our app. App also offered in Teen version (ages 13 to 17 years) and Free (one-time use) trial version. No ads and no in-app purchases. Pay once, that’s it. $34.99 Available at iTunes App Store, https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/adhd-skillsbooster-tween/id979633376?mt=8 and AdapTac Games LLC and http://adaptacgames.com

The Occupational Octaves Piano Series Books 1-3 Occupational Octaves Piano is a mainstream piano curriculum written in a SpecialNeeds-User-Friendly NEW language of music! Students with Autism and other special needs have been learning to play with this system since 2009 and many have become classical musicians by doing so. The key to this program is using a set of colored letters in rhythmically designed boxes instead of the confusing and complex original language of music, which is NOT Special-Needs-User-Friendly. Books 1-3 of the 8 book series are available to the public. All Ages. http://www.difflearn.com/category/s?keyword=occupational+octaves+piano S14.95 p/book Available at http://www.amazon.com/Occupational-Octaves-Piano-Lee-Stockner/ dp/0988710404/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1440544887&sr=8-1&keywords= occupational+octaves+piano

AngelSense AngelSense is the only GPS & voice monitoring solution designed from the bottom up for children with special needs and their families. Every product feature answers a specific need raised by the community, and was carefully developed and tested to ensure it fits. Some of AngelSense’s Unique Features: 1. Full-Day View of Child Parent can see their child’s routes and locations during the whole day in a simple diary format at 30-second intervals. 2. Unlimited SMS Notifications Immediate SMS alerts for car stops and unusual locations visited by the child. 3. Proven “Wandering Child” Solution Special ‘Runner Mode’ to help find a lost child. Child exit alerts, live 10-second monitoring, and direction to child on map. 4. Listen-In Capability Parent can listen in to sense their child and be sure they are safe. 5. Wearable Designed for Children with Special Needs Accessories were specially designed to adapt to sensory sensitivities and common challenges of special children. 6. First Responder Group SMS Alert With one click, parent can SMS a trusted group of people about a lost child, along with live view of child’s location & direction. $149 one-time for Guardian Subscriber Kit, $39.99 for monthly service Available at www.angelsense.com 42

Specialty Products

Annie B’s Popcorn Tin These elegant tins will bring so much joy! Popcorn flavors include Sea Salt Caramel, Sharp Cheddar, and Triple Treat. The three popular popcorn flavors are charmingly packaged and come with a divider for party-worthy presentation. $30.00 Available at www.anniebs.com Meet Annie B’s Caramels and Popcorn – a family-owned caramel company located in Kellogg, Minnesota. This isn’t just any caramel company, Annie B’s prides itself on using natural ingredients and offering a completely gluten-free line of products. Each beautifully wrapped caramel is made using local products including milk, butter, sugar, condensed milk and natural flavoring. The caramel is slow cooked in copper pots through small-batch cooking. Each piece is made by hand with the exception of cutting and wrapping of the caramels. Handcrafted candy the way it used to be made in eras bygone. Annie B’s is so good, Oprah named them one of her “favorite things.” The caramels are available in delectable fall and holiday flavors like peppermint, cinnamon, pumpkin, and caramel apple.

Yummy Mitt™ Teething Mitten (Eco Friendly) The new and innovative teething mitten for newborns and infants 3-12 month. Say goodbye to dropping teethers! Perfect for babies who aren’t quite able to grasp as yet. Vibrant colors and patterns stimulates sensory and motor skills. Made from 100% flexible food grade silicone and 100% cotton. Machine washable and comes with a travel/wash bag. Perfectly safe and has exceeded all mandatory testings in the U.S, Canada, Australia and Europe. BPA, LEAD, PVC, PHTHALATE AND LATEX FREE! Ages 3 - 12 months. $19.99

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Toys & Games Maryellen Doll & Book from American Girl Maryellen Larkin, the newest character to join American Girl’s popular BeForever line, is an energetic and optimistic girl growing up in Daytona Beach, Florida, in the 1950s. The 18” Maryellen doll comes with an authentic 1950s outfit and includes the paperback book, The One and Only, the first novel-length volume of Maryellen’s classic series by Valerie Tripp. Ages 8-12. $115.00 Available at http://www.americangirl.com/ and American Girl stores nationwide 44 44

Aquabeads Beginners Studio The Aquabeads Beginners Studio has everything you need to create amazing bead art. Store the 800 jewel and classic beads, in 12 colors, in the star-shaped palette. Select a design template and slide into place under the template lid. Create your bead art and spray with water. That’s it! Let dry and your creation is complete! Use the storage bin to keep everything in one place when you are done. This kit includes storage bin with lid, sprayer, 4 design templates, 800 jewel and classic beads, bead pen and instructions. Ages 4 & Up. $19.95 Available at specialty Toy Stores and online

Balanstix It’s all about balance! Fun and addictive, kids from 8 to 108 will enjoy the reward of a fun and challenging Balanstix game that increases fine motor coordination, concentration, patience, and dexterity. Made to engage and teach, Balanstix is a fantastic tool for improving balance and sensory processing skills, development of motor planning, visual tracking, bilateral coordination, arm and hand strength and endurance. Multiple Levels of Play. Ages 8 & Up. $14.99 Available at Amazon.com and http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OJMVV9E

Beanie Boos Friends Game A completely original game, The Beanie Boos Friends Game features the Ty fan favorite Beanie Boo, Peanut the Elephant, who needs help finding all of his Beanie Boo friends! The Beanie Boos have gotten lost on the game board and Peanut needs help to find them. Different colors and shapes make the task exciting. Players boost their skills and learn about colors, shapes and numbers in a fun way – with the help of the Beanie Boos! Ages 3 & Up. $11.99 Available at ToysRUs.com, amazon.com, and specialty stores

Boy Craft Monster Truck Customize your very own Monster Truck with Boy Craft’s Build your own Monster Truck. Every detail on the truck will be hand done by yourself. From the colors to the decals, take pride in knowing you are creating a on-of-a-kind monster truck that no one else will have or be able to recreate. Everything is included in the box that you need to create the biggest, baddest monster truck around. $9.97 Available at amazon.com

Brackitz Brackitz is the only open-ended construction toy that fully enables builders of all skill levels to create anything they can imagine. With the unique, connect-anywhere Brackitz, kids can build at any angle, to create gravity-defying, large-scale structures while utilizing real-life architectural and engineering principles without directions. $29.95 - $99.95 Available at brackitz.com, amazon.com, target.com and specialty retailers.

Brute The Air Warriors Ultra-Tek Brute will blast its competition far, far and away! This motorized dart blaster comes equipped with long-distance foam darts and will hit its target up to 72 feet away. The dart clip is part of the Ultra-Tek Clip System, so the clip is interchangeable with other Ultra-Tek dart clips that are sold separately. The item includes 20 soft foam long distance suction darts and the 20-count dart clip. $24.99 Available at Walmart

Butterflies by SmartGames Butterflies is a sliding puzzle game where the goal is to complete the board so that it is filled with complete, whole butterflies. Children ages 6 and up can enjoy this portable, travel game’s 60 challenges. Ages 6 & Up. $14.99 Available at amazon.com and http://amzn.to/1GdhDCV

Code Master™ Programming Logic Game Candy Cordz: On The Go Tattoo Jewelry The On the Go Tattoo Jewlery kit allows the customer to create lanyard jewelry on the go with a snap on workstation. This item also provides jewelry storage which can be carried on the go and used to storage extra cording in when it is not being used. Ages 6 & Up. $9.99 Available at Michaels

Colorforms Big Wall Playset This Colorforms set includes a large sheet that sticks to the wall with a Colorforms background and 12 large Colorforms in clamshell packaging. Themes include Frozen, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and Despicable Me. Ages 3 & Up. $29.99 Available at Toys “R” Us

Code Master is a new puzzle board game that takes kids on the ultimate coding adventure. The big brother to Robot Turtles, Code Master is easy enough for any kid to play, but challenging to master. Albeit a single-player game, friends can collaborate to solve the puzzles while learning coding logic and computer programming. Available exclusively at Target. Ages 8+. $19.99 Available at Target stores and target.com

Compose Yourself Music Card Game Created by maestro cellist and composer Philip Sheppard. Compose Yourself is a set of musical “building bricks” that encourages anyone with any musical ability to “play with” music just as they would with a construction kit. The digital music game features a deck of transparent cards and access to an exclusive website to compose, share with friends and family, or download/print your own custom sheet music – featuring more than a billion melody combinations. Available exclusively at Amazon. Ages 6+). $19.99 Available exclusively at amazon.com

Dice Alias LET THE WORDS ROLL OFF YOUR TONGUE! Dice Alias is a brand new version of the familiar Alias word game! Use the letter dice to come up with words to explain and compete against other players. In Dice Alias the game play is fun, fast and exciting and the amount of words is practically infinite. Great for educational purposes and just plain fun. Ages 7 & Up. $19.99 Available at Target.com, amazon.com, and specialty retailers everywhere

Dino Pet Gift Option The Dino Pet is a new kind of pet that photosynthesizes during the day and glows brilliantly when you play with it at night. The alluring blue light emitted by the Dino Pet is bioluminescence. Give the magical gift of the DIno Pet! The Dino Pet Gift Option includes a Dino Pet micro-aquarium and a ‘Fill ‘er Up’ card that the lucky recipient can redeem for living dinoflagellates. Ages 5 to 50. $59.95 Available at www.biopop.com

Dominate The Sliding Puzzle Game Ideal Dominate The Sliding Puzzle Game lets you solve your path to victory! With this fast-paced game, you slide the tiles around on the board in order to connect a path from random start and end points, determined by the dice. There are no turns- it’s a brain-bending race between players! The first person to complete their course, wins the round. Win 4 rounds and you win the game! Dominate is for 2 players and includes a game base, 34 path tiles, 6 goal tiles, 2 dice and instructions. Ages 8 & Up. $25.00 Available at Barnes & Noble, and amazon.com

Expedition! Discover 5 Treasures from Around the World Time for an expedition! Dig into the past and discover ancient artifacts from around the world. Excavate artifacts from Montana (USA), Easter Island, the Caribbean, Egypt and the Azores. Dig and discover authentic replicas of an ancient T-Rex skeleton, an Easter Island stone head, a Megalodon shark tooth, Egyptian hieroglyphs, and “Spanish Gold” hidden inside 4 blocks of soft rock. Then assemble, restore and display your collectible treasures! Contents: 4 Excavation blocks, 5 treasures, large brush, small paintbrush, excavation tool, paint, curator identification cards, instructions. Ages 7 & Up. $39.99 Available online and at retailers nationwide

FlipStir Puzzle – Level 2 “Solar System FlipStir® is a new twist in 3D puzzle gaming, this patented design captivates young and young-at-heart! No lost pieces. No batteries. No rules. Simply pull the wand back, shake the puzzle to scramble the pieces; then just use the wand, gravity and your own ingenuity to solve the puzzle and reveal the artwork. Your instructions. Shake. Stir. Solve. It’s that simple! For ages 7 and up. The award winning FlipStir puzzle has earned: • 2015 Creative Child Magazine “Puzzle of the Year” • 2015 Seal of Approval from The National Parenting Center • 2015 Family Choice Awards Winner • 2014 Tillywig “Brain Child” award • 2014 Creative Child Magazine “Game of the Year - Puzzle Games Category” • Toy Man News & Reviews – The Toy Man “Seal of Approval,” The Toy Man “Award of Excellence,” The Toy Man “Editor’s Choice,” The Toy Man “Award of Recognition,” The Toy Man “S.T.E.M. Award,” The Toy Man “Mom Approved” Award • No lost pieces – self-contained 3D puzzle, great for home or on the road • No batteries – powered by your brain and tactility • No rules – just use the wand, gravity and your own ingenuity to solve the puzzle • A truly random experience each time you Shake. Stir. Solve. the puzzle! • Multi-generational toy – great for kids and adults • Perfect for play at home, at the office, at school, or quiet travel entertainment • Tactile wand helps improve fine motor skills and dexterity • Easy-to-clean surface • Patented Design, US8181961 B1 • Eco-friendly packaging • Consumer Product Safety Commission Standards for Toy Safety - Tested and compliant with ASTM F963-11, ASTM F963-08, FHSA Section 1500.53, CPSIA Section 101 & 108, CA Prop 65. Ages 7 & Up. $24.95 Available at Specialty Toy Retailers across the USA and http://enlivenze.com/content/6-where-to-buy

Galactic Mission Kids love space exploration, and our new Galactic Mission will set them on a course for timeless hours of fun and countless creative possibilities as infinite as the universe. This 3-in-1 model mutates into a Spacecraft, a Rocket and a Rover, then it’s up to you to build your way to a fascinating new expedition every time! Mission control, we have imagination lift-off. Ages 5 - 10. $32.99 Available at amazon.com, Mindware, Fat Brain Toys, Aaron Brothers, Michaels Stores 48

Master of the Arts Painter’s Kit Set includes everything a child needs to create his or her own fine arts painting in one easy to store and easy to carry box. The Master of the Arts brand focuses on fine motor skills, color theory, sensory play and art education. Ages 6 & Up. $11.67 Available at Walmart www.craftprojectideas.com

Galax-Z Zoobotrone ZOOB Galax-Z Zoobotron lets you build a robot army to conquer the universe! Classic ZOOB pieces in space worthy colors assure whatever you create will be sturdy and stand up to the vacuum of space! 2 Zoobonauts are included, ready to operate whatever you create. Follow instructions to Build a Cyber Droid, Zoobotron Jr, Cyber Guard or the massive 34” tall Zoobotron or design your own droid. Box features a new easy access corner tab for faster cleanup and better storage. Set includes 368 ZOOB pieces, light-up eyes, 5 wing shells, 4 canopies, 4 killer claw excavators, 2 shoulder rotators, 2 turbo rockets, 2 platforms, 2 support beams, 2 medium tail wings, 2 large tail wings, flip-top cockpit, Gatling gun, grill, head shell, hood scoop, 4 monster tank treads, 2 domes, 2 helmeted Zoobonauts named Helio and Gamma and instruction manual. Ages 6 & Up. $199.99 Available at Amazon.com, walmart.com, and Select Bed, Bath & Beyond

Galaxy Combo Junction with Glow in the Dark Stars Let your imagination launch you into space with bright-shining stars that GLOW in the dark. This junction set has a super spacious dome tent and four connecting tunnels; plenty of room for your child and their friends to play! At night, take this combo junction set outdoors, or turn off the lights while playing indoors, and watch its stars glow before your little one’s eyes! Your child and their friends will love the immersive space experience they get from this combo junction set. This super durable set is perfect for sleepovers, birthday parties, or an evening spent outside with the family. Includes a waterproof floor that makes clean up a breeze! Set-up is easy with its color-coded G-3 poles with matching pole sleeves. Comes with a carry bag for easy storage and portability. Ages 3 & Up. $142.50 Available at Pacific Play Tents, amazon.com, Hayneedle, Newegg, Educational Toys Planet

Giant Slinky Giant Slinky is the big daddy of the family and continues to be a constant entertainer as it walks down stairs or comes alive in a child’s hands. This version is 70-percent larger than the original Slinky, made of metal and stretches farther, flips higher and walks down taller steps while making that classic Slinky sound. Ages 5 & Up. $12.99 Available at Walmart, amazon.com, Toys”R”Us

Go Bong! Jump start your neurons with the affordable, self-contained, fast-paced logic game, Go Bong! The playing area of Go Bong! consists of a rubber grid with raised “bumps” that can be pushed down with your fingers. Try your best at a solitaire queens pattern, knights pattern, or a single and double jumping game. Play a logic game vs an opponent. Want to play again? Just press the rest of the bumps and flip it over. Ages 7 & Up. $8.99 Available at amazon.com and specialty retailers

Guidecraft “Better Builders” Career People “Better Builders” Career People and Community People sets feature the magnetic fun of the original ball and rod with colorful faces, uniforms, and personalities! With four characters in each set, the “Better Builders” People combine multiple facets of play-color, matching, construction, and dramatic play, as they coordinate with all original “Better Builders” sets. Create a “Better Builders” world; construct and learn about the roles they play in our communities. The “Better Builders” Career People include an astronaut, doctor, farmer and chef. The Community People include a police officer, fire fighter, construction worker, and mail carrier. Each set includes a red, yellow, blue and green ball and rod body. For ages 2 & Up. Each measure approximately 3”W x 1.75”D x 7”H. $29.95 Available at Guidecraft.com, amazon.com, Speciality Stores and Retailers nationwide

Guidecraft “IQ Blocks” 59 Piece Travel Set Create a limitless world of people, animals, architecture, robots, vehicles and more with “IQ Blocks”! Each set comprises 12 unique plastic shapes and features 6 colors: red, blue, green, tan, black and white. Curved elements add to the variety and encourage more fluid designs and organic themes. “IQ Blocks” connect with a secure, yet easily adjustable friction fit and feature a beautiful matte finish to the touch. Sets range from a 50 piece travel set with locking travel case, to a 1,000 piece large group activity set. The “IQ Blocks” scale is derived from a .5” cube, the largest pieces measuring 1.5”W x 1.5”L x 5”D. Available now on Google Play, and the Apple App Store: IQ Build App for your smartphone and tablet! $24.95 Available at Guidecraft.com, amazon.com, Speciality Stores and Retailers nationwide

GirlznDollz Soft sweet dolls that are a great gift! Available at http://amazon.com and http://girlzndollz.com#amazon#girlzndollz

Hopscotch Rabbit Grandparents Grandfather, George is the captain of the Seaside Cruiser Houseboat. He loves traveling with his family and friends out on the open water. Grandmother, Patricia likes to plan events and have fun parties on the Seaside Cruiser Houseboat. She also enjoys lounging on the sundeck, while drinking lemonade and chatting with her friends. $19.95 Available at Toys “R” Us, amazon.com and your local toy stores 50

Heartbeat M.D. Listen to real heart beats with the working child-sized stethoscope! Children can benefit most from this comprehensive medical exam play kit by using their imagination and pretending to examine a willing patient, diagnose an illness, and prescribe a method of treatment. The real working stethoscope will boost curiosity and excitement, as your young M.D. discovers how heart beats can vary. Explore your patient’s symptoms with the wipe-off Patient Chart. Mark your patient’s sore areas on the wipe-off Body Chart. Conduct a thorough physical exam with the 9 play exam tools. Prescribe some medicine and a treatment plan with the prescription pad. All the exam tools fit nicely in the handy storage tote for on-the-go check-ups. Ages 3 & Up. $40.00 From a Discovery Toys Educational Consultant or at www.discoverytoys.net

IQ Blox The newest addition to SmartGames’ bestselling IQ series, IQ Blox comes with 120 challenges and is appropriate for children ages six and up. Set up the game board with the four white walls and fill in the seven colorful pieces according to the challenge. The compact board and transparent lid make IQ Blox the perfect travel game. $9.99 http://amzn.to/1FpbxjU

Just Add Milk Find out what happens when you “Just Add Milk!” it’s the new science activity kit from Griddly Games. Just Add Milk is the fun and easy experiment kit that comes with everything you need, except the milk. Explore amazing, safe, chemical reactions that include one-of-a-kind vibrant color displays and cool color burst demonstrations, among other explosive results. Then save your work on watercolor paper and other craft supplies for cool colored stationery, notepads, postcards, envelopes and more! Ages 5 & Up. $14.50 Available at amazon.com, www.griddlygames.com, and specialty stores

Kick Flipper Kick it! Flip it! Pop it! Kick Flipper is like a skateboard without wheels. It’s the coolest way to learn the balance, footwork, and coordination basics that are essential for skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfboarding. Kick Flipper can be used on carpet, grass, or sand, so beginners can safely learn techniques in their own homes and yards. Lightweight enough to slip into a backpack to take to school, the park, or the beach. Rugged enough to support up to 200 lbs. Manufactured in the U.S. Ages 5 - 12. $19.99 Available at amazon.com

Leila Sparkle Dancer with Purset Leila Sparkle Dancer with purse is a 14” soft rag doll. She is dressed in a magenta sparkle dress with gold stripes, pink sparkle tulle skirt with gold trims and matching sandals. She comes with a matching sparkle pink tulle bag that can be used as a doll carrier and a little girl’s handbag. Ages 3 - 10 years. $19.99 Available at retailers and www.girlzndollz.com 51

Just My Style: Layered Lip Balm Kit With the JMS Layered Lip Balm kit your child has everything they need to create their own shimmering lip balms. The kit features 1 Wax Base, 1 Bag of Wax Beads, 1 Measuring Cup, 1 Mixing Spoon, 1 Spatula, 3 Fruity Flavors, 1 Lip Shimmer, 5 Lip Balm Containers and easy to follow instructions. Your child can create 5 shimmering lip balms by mixing the wax base, shimmer, wax beads and flavors together. Then get creative by stacking your favorite fruity flavors in different layers. The lip balm containers allow for easy application. It comes with everything your child needs to create their very own layered lip balm. Ages 6 & Up. $9.97 Available at Walmart

Just My Style: On the Go Alpha Beads The On the Go Alpha Beads allows the customer to plan our their perfect bracelet design on their workstation. It also allows them to have a workstation that can be taken on the go & a place where their extra beads can be stored when they aren’t making jewelry. Ages 6 & Up. $9.99 Available at Walmart

Just My Style Paracord Loom The Just My Style Paracord Loom kit allows you to make your own trendy paracord bracelets with the easy to use tool! This kit has everything that you need and easy to follow instructions to help you create unique paracord bracelets! Ages 6 & Up. $12.97 Available at Walmart

Last Mouse Lost Last Mouse Lost is an easy, affordable, self-contained, fast-paced two-player logic game. The circular rubberized board has rows of puffed up bubble-like mounds with pictures of little mice on each one. Players take turns pressing down any number of mice in a single row trying to avoid being the player to press down the last mouse. As soon as the game is over, just flip it over and it’s ready to go again. No loose parts. Play over and over again. Perfect for travel-time or anytime. Ages 6 & Up. $7.99 Available at Barnes & Noble stores, Amazon.com, and specialty retailers

Li’l Woodzeez Honeysuckle Hollow Street Treats Food Truck Have fun with the New Li’l Woodzeez Sweets and Treats food truck. Play with all your favorite food items like hamburgers and ice cream! This set includes 89 pieces. Ages 3 & Up. $29.99 Available at Target, target.com and amazon.com

Made By Me: Glitter Plaster Horses

Made By Me: Pottery Wheel

Kids Plaster Horses Kit with 1 paint brush, glitter and 10 ceramic paint colors.

Creates easy to make pottery with machine, clay and paints included.

$9.97

$19.97

Available at Walmart

B. Mat-A-Matics Soft fold away floor mat comes with a ton of different interactive features. Musical notes glow as you step in time to the music. Bounce around making crazy combinations of the silliest sounds, or simply play your favorite nursery songs. Ages 3 - 10.

Made By Me Quilt Making Create and decorate a quilt by knotting. No sewing required.

$29.99 Available at Target and amazon.com

$9.97 Available at Walmart

Magformers Rainbow 14 Piece Set Discover MAGFORMERS® always attracting magnetic technology and build a cube, small house and small ‘magic ball’. Using squares and triangles with the Rainbow 14Pc set is great introductory set for budding builders to learn our pull-up tricks and begin building in 3D. Ages 3 & Up. $24.99 Available at amazon.com, magformers.com, walmart.com, kohls,com, barnes and noble, target and specialty retailers

Magformers Unique 30 Piece Set Design and build organic structures with curved 3D magnetic shapes with the all-new 30Pc Unique Set from MAGFORMERS®. Use arches, cones and sphere sectors to build balls and towers. Combine your design with all MAGFORMERS® shapes and see where your imagination will take you! Ages 3 & Up. $59.99 Available at amazon.com, magformers.com 53

Magformers Walking Robot 45 Piece Set Click, connect, create! Kids will love following along with the step-by-step idea booklet to discover the possibilities of the Walking Robot Set. Build 8 walking characters using our S.T.E.A.M engine block and walking accessories. Let your imagination run wild as you discover the strength of MAGFORMERS® and see what you can create! STEM education has never been so much fun! Ages 3 & Up. $109.99 Available at Learning Express and specialty retailers

Minions Hit Them Out Tactic’s Minions Hit Them Out is a fun indoor/outdoor throwing game featuring the film franchise favorite characters, Minions, as character figurines. To play the game, players try to score points by knocking over the characters. More points can be earned by specifically aiming for two-eyed Minions! Ages 5 & Up. $24.99 Available at www.tactic.net, mazon.com, target.com, sears.com and specialty retailers

Mirari® myPad® Touch The durable play tablet features colorful light-up images and over 50 fun sounds and phrases that activate when children press the touchscreen! Children will have their very own learning pad to play with, and they’ll have fun pretending to be like mommy and daddy with their tablets! Develops: Cognitive Learning Understanding the cause & effect relationship Sensory Development Exploring with hands and eyes, experiencing sounds and lights Imagination: Pretending toys are like grown-ups’ electronics. Ages 12 months & Up. $26.99 Specialty retailers across the country and online at amazon.com

Mosaic Mysteries Heirloom Edition Place this beautiful wood heirloom puzzle set on your coffee table for family and guests to take a break from the hum of everyday life and engage in some brain-boosting fun. Match one of the 60+ patterns in the included design booklet or design your own. The chunky block tiles can also be stacked into an endless array of 3-D designs. With thousands of possible design solutions, Mosaic Mysteries will never grow old, for any age! 72 two-sided block tiles, wood tray, design booklet. 13.25” diam x 1.” Block tiles are made of eco-friendly rubber wood. Ages 8 & Up. $50.00 Available at retailers and www.discoverytoys.net

My Friends Puzzle This chunky puzzle fosters an appreciation for the diversity most of today’s children experience in their communities. The chunky pieces enable success and confidence for little hands. One color illustrations are found on the puzzle base to assist with assembly. The body pieces are interchangeable within each gender, allowing children to create their own combinations. The chunky pieces are also designed to stand on a flat surface so the pieces can be stacked vertically. 24 pieces. 19 months & Up. $20.00 Available at retailers and From a Discovery Toys Educational Consultant or a www.discoverytoys.net

Our Generation Bite to Eat Diner Your 18” doll (sold separately) will love hanging out with her friends in this awesome Retro Diner set from Our Generation! This set includes 92 pieces. Ages 3 & Up. $109.99 Available at Target, target.com and amazon.com

Our Generation Maeva Jewelry Doll Maeva, A True Gem. The Our Generation 18’ Jewelry doll, where you can dress up for any occasion. Ages 3 & Up. $29.99 Available at Target

Our Generation Suite Teepee Fall asleep under the stars with your favourite Our Generation doll (sold separately). Enough room for you and your doll to play inside! Set Includes 1 Teepee and 1 light-up chandelier. Ages 3 & Up. $49.99 Available at Target, target.com and amazon.com

Piki Piki Bike The Piki Piki Bike is a unique bike-trike hybrid ideal for young children. Three wheels mean itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s stable and easy to ride, even for a toddler. Plus, it has the freedom of movement you get from a true bike. Created specifically for children 18 months to 5 years, The Piki Piki Bike bridges the gap between beginner ride-on toys and hard-to-master balance bikes. 18 months - 5 years. $89.95 Available at www.amazon.com and www.gallospencetoys.com

Pajama Monsters They stay awake while you sleep to protect you from the boogey man. 5 plush dolls and 1 hardcover, full color book. Ages 3 - 7. Doll $19.99, Book $16.99 Available at www.PajamaMonsters.com

Penguins Parade by SmartGames SmartGames’ famous penguins return for more fun with the introduction of Penguins Parade, a magnetic travel game. Arrange all the ice pieces on the board so that four penguins are lined up together. Appropriate for players. Ages 5 - 10. $9.99 http://amzn.to/1RQLupj

Pucker Powder Custom Candy Kit The Pucker Powder Custom Candy Kit brings a carnival of interactive fun to any party or event. Kit includes an assortment of 3 Pucker Powder Candy Flavors (Sour Lemonade, Sweet Strawberry, and Sour Fruit Punch) so every party guest can make their own custom blend of “Yum!” A great value with 12 Pucker Tubes and 12 Funnels and Caps. Makes a sweet gift idea that can be replenished with Pucker Powder Custom Candy Kit Refills. Gluten Free. Serves 12. Ages 4 & Up. $35.00 Available at amazon.com or http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OZV6GYY

Pucker Powder Custom Candy REFILL KIT For use with Pucker Powder Custom Candy Kit. Each Refill Kit Includes 3 Pucker Powder Candy Flavors: Refill # 1 - Sweet Birthday Cake, Sour Grape, and Sour Green Apple Refill # 2 - Sweet Strawberry, Sour Fruit Punch, and Sour Lemonade Includes: flavor labels, 12 tubes, 12 funnels for dispensing, and 12 caps for storing Serves 12, Gluten free. $12.99 Available at amazon.com, http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PIV2QZI and http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00PIVRA0E

PLAYMOBIL: Royal Lion Knight’s Castle! Defend the kingdom from enemy attacks with the Royal Lion Knight’s Castle. With a functioning portcullis, drawbridge, and defensive cannons, this castle is well-equipped to fend off even the fiercest onslaughts. Brave knights can find all the gear they need to protect the king and queen in the upstairs armory. The castle’s breakthrough wall keeps that action alive as attackers aim for the weak spot with their cannons. Any invaders that do find their way into the castle better watch their step or risk falling into the prison through the throne room’s secret trapdoor. Set includes four figures, multi-story castle, one horse, shields, swords, cannon, treasure chest, throne, handcuffs, bow and arrow, royal banners, ladders, and tons of other accessories. The PLAYMOBIL Great Dragon (#6003 – sold separately) can be hidden within the rocky cave. This set is also compatible with the torches from the King’s Treasure Guard (#6160). Recommended for ages four to ten. Dimensions: 34.6 x 22 x 19.3 in (LxWxH). Warning: Choking Hazard. Contains a small ball and small parts. Not for children under 3 years. $159.99 Available at major retailers nationwide

B. Ribbit-Tat-Tat A froggy drum bursting with the sounds of the swamp. Make up your own song, record your voice or play the funny light-up fly-catching game. RIBBIT! See attached image Ribbit-Tat-Tat Drum. Ages 3 & Up. $29.99 Available at retailers Target and Barnes and Noble

Rubba Ducks Created in 1997, these fun feathered friends offer a contemporary twist to the iconic rubber duck toy everyone grew up with and loves. Rubba Ducks® are uniquely-created themed rubber ducks that communicate their individual personality and character traits. They are designed with a variety of professions, hobbies and interests. Each one is adorned with a tattoo on its tail-feathers reflecting its unique personality, and all of the ducks have their own hatch date and engaging bio found on their trading cards. All Ages. $14.99 58

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Q Time Buddy This lovable plush Q becomes a furry friend that helps develop focus and attention span with a simple breathing exercise. The perfect cuddle buddy for the daily quiet time your little one needs to slow down breath and control emotions. Perfect for the classroom, car rides and at home. $19.99 Available at Target, Target online, Kohl’s online and amazon.com

Q’s Race To The Top Meet Q, the genius monkey with A LOT to learn about life. In the board game “Q’s Race to the Top,” children can help Q race to the top of his tree house by answering questions and performing fun actions. The questions are designed to promote feeling identification and verbalization, manners, social skills, creative thinking, balance, and coordination. Ages 3 - 12. $24.99 Available at Target, Target Online, Kohl’s Online, amazon.com

Q’s Race to the Top On-The-Go Pack Because sometimes life doesn’t include time to sit down and play, this to-go pack offers 90 question and action cards in a convenient carrying case to promote feeling identification and verbalization, manners, social skills, creative thinking, balance and coordination. Perfect for road trips or waiting for dinner at a restaurant! $12.99 Available at Target, Target online, Kohl’s Online and amazon.com

Q’s Coloring Book Kids will help Q navigate important social scenarios through visual identification as they color in his wild adventures. Ages 3 - 12. $4.99 Available at Target, Target online, Kohl’s online and amazon.com

Q’s Wild Ride CD & Storybook Q is a lovable genius monkey with a lot to lear when it comes to behavior, social skills and self-control. Join Q on his wild hovercraft ride as he races to get to the ballpark on time for the game, learning important lessons along the way! The CD includes the author’s narration, page-turn signals, and fun sound effects. Ages 3 - 12. $12.99 Available at Target, Target online, Kohl’s, Kohl’s Online, amazon.com 59

The Hungry Ones From Family Pastimes . . . Three Co-operative Games in One 2009, 2015 © Jim Deacove Players: 2 to 6 Ages: 4 – Adult Story Ruth and I maintain feeders each winter until spring. We have different sized feeders, some squirrel proof. We try to spread the seeds around so all our visiting creatures get a share. Contents Game Board 12 x12, 9 feeders, 12 seeds, suet, 4 Birds, 4 Squirrels, 3 Weather Conditions with Rules for 3 Separate Games for 4 to 7 years, 7 to 12 years, and 12 to adult. Object Spread seeds so all 8 creatures get some. If one or more creatures hog most of the seeds, sadly some will go hungry. Let us feed as many hungry creatures as we can and teach these little ones to are, so no one goes without. $15.00 Available at retailers and www.familypastimes.com A Bit About Us Family Pastimes games are the inventions of Jim Deacove. Jim started making co-operative games for his own family, and was encouraged by friends to make more. The Deacove family was and is no different from others. Sharing toys, helping mom and dad and being kind to others are values taught in all homes. To find games which help reinforce such sharing attitudes, however, is very difficult. Thus, Jim and Ruth felt the need to create some. The “hobby” became a small business in their home over four decades ago (1972). Slow but steady growth in sales required moving the business into a cottage. With the addition of new games and greater interest by the public, a switch occurred. The family moved into the cottage and the business occupied the two stories of the old farm house. A new workshop was built in 1984 to replace the old farm house, destroyed by a terrible fire in October 1983. Offset presses, silkscreening equipment, table saws, various other woodworking tools and an assortment of old and new machines provide the technology. The Deacoves, some local people and an eager bunch of students each summer provide the labor. The format is kept simple but attractive. The games are made in small quantities, as a labor of love.

Seaside Cruiser Houseboat Set sail for an exciting seaside adventure! Over 50 pieces including boat, critter, pools, waterslides, island, furniture, food, drinks and more! Boat expands to 20” for more space to play! Boat measures 20” x 7.25” x 6.5” closed, 20” x 20” x 6”opened. • Enjoy the sun while lounging on the sundeck • Travel to the private island where you can fish or snorkel • Plenty of seafood and drinks for the perfect boat party! • Cook yummy food on the grill, stove, or oven • Turn the dial to see the fish swim in the pool • Shower converts into bunk beds. Ages 3 - 10. $99.95 Available at Toys “R” Us, amazon.com, your local toy stores

Seaside Merry Go-Round Critter babies love riding the merry-go-round! Merry-go-round spins as you turn the handle. Fish seats can detach from the carousel. Also features water spray & slide. Merry-go-round measures 6” x 4.5” x 6.5”. Calico Critters Series from International Playthings. $19.95 Available at Toys “R” Us, amazon.com and your local toy stores

Secret Island Playhouse Secret Island Playhouse is where critters go to swim, play, and have fun! Features 2 pools, caves, diving board, swim gear, fish, vine swing, 2 rooms with furniture, and more! Playhouse measures 12” x 8.75” x 15.” Critters sold separately. Swim inside the caves! Ride on the vine swing! Enjoy the view from the balcony! Go through the trap door to the bedroom! Ages 3 - 10. $69.95 Available at Toys “R” Us, amazon.com and local toy stores

Space Age Crystals: Deluxe Kit Grow 13 Crystals Grow an amazing collection of 13 sparkling crystal specimens in “Emerald,” “Quartz,” “Topaz” and “Ruby”: five crystal clusters, four geodes and four single crystals. Growing SPACE AGE CRYSTALS is not long or complicated. Just dissolve the pre-mixed crystal powder in warm water, and within hours sparkling crystals will start to grow right before your eyes! A fascinating experience for children and adults. Contents: Crystal growing chemicals, geode mold, casting plaster, crystal growing containers, lids, stirring rods, 48 page Space Age Crystals booklet, instructions. Ages 12 & Up. $39.99 Available at Hobby Lobby, amazon.com and specialty toy stores 61

Stacking Owls Balancing challenges for all ages! With multiple ways to connect, these chunky wood figures can be stacked upright, upside down or even sideways. They can even be balanced on the included parallel bars. Chunky design provides for early success by younger stackers. The owls are numbered 1-12 on one side for sequential stacking or simple number fun. Activity guide includes multiple ways to play. Includes 12 wood owl figures, 2 wood balance bars, activity guide. Ages 3 & Up. $25.00 Available at retailers, from a Discovery Toys Educational Consultant or www.discoverytoys.net

Stackins Stackable Friends Stackins Stackable Friends™ is a collectible line of animal-themed stackable plush with adorable features, available in two sizes, small and medium. These plush pets are perfect for stacking in play rooms, trading and sharing with friends or just snuggling! New furry characters will be introduced often throughout the year as the line is set to feature additional personalities to meet each child’s liking. Stackins will also be available in Claire’s® stores this Fall, just in time for the holiday season. $3.99, $8.99 Depending on size Available at Claire’s, Walmart

Tiggly Words Tiggly Words Learning System is designed for children 4-8 years old. The System includes Tiggly Words toys that work with three playful apps to turn iPad time into an interactive, tangible learning experience – a learning experience that engages children in creative play, encourages them to explore language patterns and sounds, and helps them learn about vowel sounds, word building, and phonics. Compatible with iPad 2 and up, the Tiggly Words Learning System includes a set of five colorful smart vowels that interact with 3 incredibly engaging games (Tiggly Doctor, Tiggly Tales, and Tiggly Submarine). Ages 4 - 8 years old. $29.95 Available at Target: http://www.target.com/p/tiggly-words/-/A-17243544 Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Tiggly-Words-Interactive-Learning-Kids/ dp/B00WR8P0OE 62

Thomas & Friends™ Track PlayTape® Bachmann’s new Thomas & Friends™ Track PlayTape® lets little 3+ engineers instantly create their own railroad play area for their nonelectric toy trains. Simulating real train track and decorated with colorful Thomas & Friends™ artwork including Thomas’ familiar “peep peep” whistle, PlayTape® sticks on any flat surface but can be easily pulled up to reposition or remove. A full 50 feet of 2” wide track can be torn to any length to create track layouts matching a child’s imagination. Bachmann’s PlayTape® provides hours of railroading fun that sticks! Thomas & Friends™ Track PlayTape® features: • track on a roll that measures 50 feet x 2 inches • sticks to any flat surface for instant track building • simply pull up to reposition or remove • no residue • tears to any length • turns floors, tables, and carpets into places for fun • perfect for Thomas & Friends™ 3+ train products • made in the USA Ages 3-8 $14.99 Available online, amazon.com and speciality stores nationwide

The Little Yoga Mat Your child will feel like a real yogi with The Little Yoga Mat. Our award winning mats are colorful, cushiony and eco-safe. Practice with Mom or go solo. Take a siesta or do some cool moves in the park. Pops into a stroller bag and cleans easily with soap and water. Comes in 2 bright designs: LOTUS or SUN. Ideal for ages 0 - 4. $36.00 Available at retailers and anthropologie.com and http://www.thelittleyogamat.com/retail

The “Painting” Teepee What’s more unique than having your child design their very own teepee? With a blank canvas and the included paint set and brush, let your little artists imagination run wild and dream up a teepee that suits their unique personality. Standing at 64” tall, and four sides measuring 45” each, this enormous teepee is large enough for the whole family to paint both inside and out! It is constructed to be super sturdy with four wooden poles for extra stability and a resilient canvas material that can survive most rough play. It is the perfect way to add a touch of your child’s style to any room in the house! Ages 3 & Up. $170.99 Available at Pacific Play Tents, amazon.com, Hayneedle

uKloo Early Reader Treasure Hunt Game Create a treasure hunt for your kids as a great introduction to reading. The excitement of finding hidden clue cards and running around on a treasure hunt is so engaging that the kids are reading without even realizing it! When the kids get stuck on a word, they are empowered to look up the word themselves with the aid of a Picture Helper Poster. Ages 4 & Up. $15.95 Available at amazon.com, www.uKloo.com and specialty toy stores

uKloo Riddle Edition Treasure Hunt Game Get your kids thinking with the uKloo Riddle Edition Treasure Hunt Game. This engaging seek-and-find game combines reading comprehension and deductive reasoning skills with physically active fun. It encourages kids to call upon their logic abilities to solve riddles towards finding a surprise. There is even a Riddle Writing Guide, which encourages parents and children to challenge each other with their own made-up riddles. Ages 7 & Up. $17.95 Available at amazon.com, www.uKloo.com and specialty toy stores

Your Décor Scrapbook & Cards Case Your child has everything they need to decorate and create their own personalized scrapbook. It has over 750 essential items and 10,000 digital accessories. The scrapbook paper kit features a 30 page scrapbook, five cards and envelopes and a multitude of accessories such as a glue stick, a CD-ROM, a stencil, printed pages, scissors, a stamp, sticker sheets, two punch-out sheets, 50 sparkling gemstones, five markers and easy-to-follow instructions. Simply layout all the components and begin to personalize and decorate your very own scrapbook. Using the included printed pages, sticker sheet and punch-out sheets you can decorate your pages with fun colorful artwork. The markers come in bright fun colors to sketch out your own doodles. The gemstones add sparkling accents to your pages. The storage case makes it easy for your child to carry around all the components keeping their supplies organized. It comes with everything your child needs to create a one-of-a-kind scrapbook. Ages 6 & Up. $14.97 Available at Walmart 64

Wild Cardz This eye-catching card deck includes 5 color-coded sets of 20 animals, with multiple games for all ages. The animals are sequentially sized, from the small ant to the large whale. The animals add a whole new dimension to familiar card games, keeping young players engaged longer and inspiring higher reasoning. In War, the Ostrich trounces the Turtle. The Dog is wild in Crazy Eights. Hit the Rabbit first in Slap Jack. Sequence your animals by size first in Speed. 100 cards. 2 or more players. Family, 5 & Up. Instructions include these games: • Memory • Sequence • Go Fish • Slap Rabbit (Slap Jack) • War • Crazy Eights • Speed (Spit) • Spoons • Rummy $12.50 Available at retailers, From a Discovery Toys Educational Consultant or www.discoverytoys.net

Daytrader Board Game Monopoly meets the Wolf of Wall Street with the unique new board game Daytrader. This is your chance to become a fastthinking, investment-savvy Day Trader and navigate the volatile market with the ultimate goal of saving enough cash to retire before the other players. Great way to teach kids about money and finances, while also focusing on math skills. 10 years old and up. $39.99 Available online and www.playdaytrader.com

Tonka Die Cast $4.99 Available at all major retailers

Travel Accessories

Pollyseon “All Access” Traveler Pollyseon’s Eco “All Access” Traveler is the consummate carry case for men & women who value a “green” option for design & function. Use at home or on the go to organize, protect & transport daily essentials. This utility-patented, sleek case is your solution to messy counters & cabinets. Pack an extra for easy travel with no more forgotten essentials. Being prepared & eco-conscious has never looked so good. $69.00 Available at http://pollyseon.com and amazon.com

GO2 Container Thinksport has recently introduced an on-the-go feeding option, the GO2 Container. The inexpensive container has large, deep, individually sealed compartments and a secured fork and spoon. The external lid keeps foods from leaking out, while the individually sealed compartments prevent foods from touching. Think, no more soggy sandwiches! Made from safe, non-toxic materials, free of BPA, phthalates, nitrosamines and biologically harmful chemicals, this is the ideal travel container. • Each individual compartment is sealed off, preventing foods in separate compartments from touching each other. • GO 2 Container includes a secured fork and spoon, so you will not lose or forget your utensils. • GO2 Container comes in vibrant Blue, Orange, White and Pink. • Large compartments make it easy to place food for lighter to heavy fare. Just fill . . . and GO! • Modern and highly functional. From the moment that you hold the GO2 container, you will understand that it is a very sturdy, well-designed product. • No skid design, because nobody wants their meatballs on the floor. $28.99 Available at retailers and http://thinkbabybottles.3dcartstores.com/ The-GO2-Container_c_43.html

Insulated Sports Bottle When we introduced the Thinksport bottle over 7 years ago, most reusable bottles were made of polycarbonate material, which leaches Bisphenol-A (BPA). More recently, it has been shown that aluminum bottles with epoxy liners also leach this harmful chemical. So we first and foremost set out to find a safe material that adhered to our strict chemical policy. All Thinksport bottles are made of 18/8 medical- grade stainless steel. We then went on to design our bottles to be highly functional and great-looking too! Double-walled and vacuum-sealed stainless steel – keeps contents hot or cold for hours Perfect of hot or cold beverages – does not sweat (for cold contents) or burn your hand (for hot contents) Contoured design – makes the bottle easy to hold and visually distinctive from the many, many straight-walled bottles Removable mesh filter – keeps ice from blocking the drinking spout and allows users to conveniently brew tea on the go Unsurpassed testing for material safety – our products undergo rigorous chemical and biologic testing to insure they do not contain toxic chemicals Available sizes: 750ml (25oz) and 350ml (12oz) Available colors: Natural Silver, Matte Black, Blue, Purple, Green and Orange $15.99 - $19.99 Available at retailers and http://thinkbabybottles.3dcartstores.com/Insulated-Sports-Bottles-_c_6.html

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