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Wednesday, April 26, 2006
Puppets Can Create Amazing Interaction
It could be possible that there is not a single child on this Earth who would not love puppets. These great toys are just right to make children giggle and open up, wild with conversation. If you have a child who normally does not interact much, this could be the tool that you need to get them involved and chatting in no time at all. The Melissa and Doug Pig Hand Puppet could quite possibly be one of the cutest puppets that you have ever laid eyes on. Children really enjoy playing the role of the playful pig as well as they like to converse back. There is no mess attached with this cuddly pig, just quality craftsmanship and some of the finest materials that money can buy. Appropriate for age 2 and older, you are sure to see the eyes of your little one light up with joy when this soft Pig Hand Puppet begins to talk to them! Since Melissa and Doug never disappoint, your child is also sure to fall in love with their Cow Hand Puppet. Soft and cuddly, this perfectly spotted Cow Hand Puppet is ready to become the friend of your child and his or her friends. You never even have to worry about feeding this farmyard pal! Pair this great puppet with the Pig and you have yourself an amazing duo! You could even set up a great farm backdrop and encourage your children to take part in the interactive play. They may even want to put on some sort of a skit with their Cow and Pig Hand Puppets for other family members or friends.
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Monday, April 24, 2006
Hours Of Fun With The Pretend Play Farm
Usually, all children really enjoy playing pretend. However, if you have a child who may need a little bit of extra help learning to play with others or to enjoy a little pretend play, the Pretend Play Farm may be just the thing that you need to get them out of their shell. This toy is geared toward fun while children can learn about all of the important components of the farm. Whether you are getting this Pretend Play Farm for your own child, your classroom, or your daycare, you are sure to feel as though this toy is a necessity after just watching a child play with it for a few minutes. There are so many wonderful things inside this Woody Click Pretend Play Farm that any child should find themselves enjoying hours and hours of fun. All of the pieces are made from the finest materials, and they are also crafted in fun shapes that adults and children alike will love. For easy cleanup, all of the pieces fit back into a great wooden carrying case. Inside this set, children can enjoy a farm house, complete with a barn, farmer and more. You will also find a tractor with bales of hay, and a trailer as well. There are also great animals such as sheep, dog, boar, bear, deer and lots of great vegetables. You can have a great time while teaching your children all about how the farm works. For children who are learning words, the Pretend Play Farm will be just right to help them say all of the names of the animals and items that you can find on a farm.
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Wednesday, April 19, 2006
Children's Desks
A child-sized desk is a compliment to any children's room's décor. They come in endless styles, from cute to contemporary, to playful, to old fashioned. What a child-sized desk also does, though, is helps to inspire children to sit, and be creative. They have a dedicated place to draw, to write, to read, or whatever their heart desires. For a more traditional space, there are child sized roll top desks. These compliment any décor, and are available in a wide range of colors, including many shades of natural wood tones. This type of desk will surely compliment your space if your child uses old-fashioned style or antique furniture that's been passed down to them. For smaller spaces, you could consider using an old school style desk and chair that are one piece. These are available in many fun styles and colors, and are great for very small children. If your child has a computer, there are even small compact computer desks available. Many of these desks have enough room to safely hold the computer, as well as extra desktop space to draw or color on. For themed rooms, there are styles available like the bulldozer activity desk or a firehouse desk complete with roads and a firehouse for your little one to drive cars on. If you have a budding artist on your hands, there are no shortage or art and activity centers. Some even have easels attached, or holders on the sides for rolls of drawing paper. Whatever your child loves, there is certain to be a desk available to suit his or her unique style.
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Monday, April 17, 2006
Burst Resistant Fitballs
Every kid loves balls. No matter how advanced, electronic, or "ahead of their time" a toy may be, kids still love the classic toys - like balls! Balls are not just for kickball anymore, however. A fitball, or balance ball, is a great tool to have around. One emerging trend is to use a balance ball as seating. Some teachers are now using these in their classrooms instead of chairs. Several studies have shown that as many as 90% of students do not fit their classroom furniture properly. A balance ball, like the Gymnic FitBall is a great replacement for traditional chairs. These balls are fantastic for fidgety kids, because the kids focus their extra energy into staying balanced. These balance balls offer lots of other benefits as well. Balance balls promote proper posture, balance, trunk control, and more. Balls like the FitBall are a big hit with music teachers as well. Proper posture is imperative when playing a musical instrument, so this type of ball is a perfect choice for music classes. Balls can also promote group play with children. If safety is a concern for some people, there's no need to worry with the Gymnic Fitball. This FitBall is the only burst resistant ball with dynamic elasticity. It is made from a special material that resists bursting, because it stops a cut from expanding. Rather than bursting, the ball will deflate slowly if punctured. The Gymnic FitBall is also weight tested for over six hundred pounds, so it is a perfect choice for anyone. Not only is the FitBall a great choice for the physical benefits, but it's also a fun, colorful, and funky choice for furniture.
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Wednesday, April 12, 2006
Showdown: Speedy Eddy!
Get your children in a fun and playful mood with the Speedy Eddy game! If you have never witnessed this interesting game, then you are really in for a treat. Called the 'Flying Shell Game for Kids', Speedy Eddy is a wonderful way that your kids can have fun while interacting with their playmates. Completely crafted in beautiful wood, the Speedy Eddy game is where your kids can race wooden snails around the board in a race through a fun vegetable garden. The game play with Speedy Eddy is really easy for children ages 2 through 4 to learn. You may even find that you, as a parent, will love to play this game along with the children because it is so much fun. Kids just love to giggle and laugh as their snails encounter different obstacles along the way including gusts of wind, fun flying carrots and even falls in mole holes. You will enjoy watching your children participate in a little bit of healthy competition while they learn all about taking turns with others. They will even have a great time counting out their spaces and learning about the numbers with each roll of the dice. If your child is having an upcoming birthday party or play date, the Speedy Eddy game could be just the thing to help the children mingle and get acquainted with one another. Once you bring Speedy Eddy out, you may have a hard time getting them to put it away because they will enjoy playing so much. Speedy Eddy is a perfect game for the little ones!
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Monday, April 10, 2006
Kids Love Chunky Puzzles
Do you ever remember playing with fun Chunky Puzzles when you were a little kid? You may have had a couple of favorite Chunky Puzzles that you used to play with from time to time. These kinds of puzzles were just perfect for you to play with, and your children will enjoy playing with Chunky Puzzles now as well. Why not treat your kids to a fun Sea Creatures Chunky Puzzle? This puzzle is just right for children ages 2 and older to play with because all of the pieces are extremely easy for them to pick up with their small hands. The Sea Creatures Chunky Puzzle is fabulously made with solid wood and there are even fun pictures under each of the pieces for an added surprise. Watch as your child picks up each of the pieces that include a whale, starfish, shark and more. For the little handyman or fix-it lady in your family, the Chunky Tools Puzzle is just right for about any project! Kids just love to pick up all of the pieces and place them in the right spots. For an extra bonus, all of these tool-shaped pieces also stand up so that they can be used for hours of fun with pretend play. Why not give your little one some type of project to fix around the house? They can take one of the pieces from the Chunky Tools Puzzle to help them out. In this great Chunky Tools Puzzle they will find pieces that include a saw, hammer, measuring tape and others.
posted by SensoryEdge
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Wednesday, April 05, 2006
Pretend, Play and Learn!
From the minute a child begins to grow, they begin to play and also mimic some of the things that they see in the world around them. Little girls may want to try their mother's clothes on and play dress up, and little boys may want to wear their daddy's big boots around the house. Playing pretend is one way that a child learns quite a bit about the world around them, how to react as well as interact with others, while learning amazing and beneficial social skills. The Pretend and Play Snack Shop is a great way for children to have fun while learning to socialize, prepare pretend foods and even sell them to their friends or family members! Children have a great time setting up the Pretend and Play Snack shop that is filled with play money, snacks, a board where they can write specials and much more. Parents also seem to really enjoy playing pretend with their child along with the help of this fun set. The Pretend and Play Snack Shop also comes in a great size that is also convenient for storage and carrying so that your child can play pretend anywhere they wish! Have your kids ever asked you if they could head off to the office along with you? Whether or not they have, the Pretend and Play Office Set is a really cool way for kids to learn in a fun, business-like manner. They even get a briefcase that is has all kinds of items inside such as paychecks, a desk calendar, pretend stapler and even a cell phone complete with sound. Just imagine how grown up your children will feel when they play with this fun Pretend and Play Office Set!
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Monday, April 03, 2006
Green Thumbs for Everyone!
Children tend to be very curious, especially when it comes to plants and how they grow. If you do not have an outdoor garden readily available to teach your child about all of the wonders of plant life, you now can do so with little gardens geared for the smallest of green thumbs! It is quite amazing to watch the face of a child when they discover that something they've planted has actually grown from a tiny seed. Small, personal gardens are just right for kids when you want to teach them all about how the Earth nurtures plants and how we as humans can nurture them as well. Do you have a little princess in your life that is willing to learn all about beautiful flowers? The Princess Garden Greenhouse is a pretty and fun way for your child to learn about the growing process that is involved with different flowers. Each kit has a royal greenhouse that is filled with fun and learning through plants. Inside the kit, there is a package of Impatiens seeds along with a Windowsill Greenhouse, purple and pink gravel, planting mixture and complete instructions. Your child can even personalize their own little greenhouse with jewels, beads, glitter glue and more. For the little adventurer in your life, there is nothing more fun and interesting than Dinosaur Park Garden. Dinosaurs, red and black lava rock, and more make the perfect combination for this prehistoric plant extravaganza! You get a seed packet that has Tree Fern, Sprengeri Fern and Foxtail Fern seeds for a great mixture of plant life for dinosaurs to roam around in while inside of this fun Windowsill Greenhouse. Of course, planting mixture and complete instructions are included so your child can easily learn about plants while having fun doing so!
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