5 Creative Play Ideas with Stickers

March 22, 2012 by
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The Neverending Story Game: All family members can participate! On a blank piece of paper, the first “player” puts a sticker down and describes the scene, beginning the story. The next “player” adds a sticker and adds to the story, continuing the general story idea. This goes on until you run out of paper, ideas [...]

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Val’s Crafty Corner: Farm Blocks + Sidewalk Scenes

March 16, 2012 by
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Sometimes a little change of scenery is all it takes to make an old toy seem like new again. That’s exactly what happened with our Farm Blocks Set, which the kids have had for quite some time, when we took it outside and added a bit of sidewalk chalk!

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Find Your Puppy Love for Valentine’s Day

February 6, 2012 by
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SIGN UP FOR OUR EMAILS NOW! Dog Stuffed Animals Among stuffed animals, these plush pups are top dog! From the littlest toy puppies to giant, realistic pure-breds, each one is crafted with care with high-quality materials, a weighted bottom and surface-clean materials that will keep them looking dog-show-ready for years. Puppies: Stuffed Animals Benson  Black [...]

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These Adorable Teddy Bears Are Looking for Homes and Hugs this Valentine’s Day

February 3, 2012 by
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Pin It So lovable, it’s almost un”bearable”! This beautiful brown bear is over two feet in every dimension. With excellent quality construction, this fabulous bear features soft, furry fabric and has a classic teddy bear look. Soft and huggable, this timeless teddy will delight bear lovers of every age. 30” tall! Looking for a stuffed [...]

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Save 20% on Food Play: Get Your Kids Excited About Food & Nutrition

January 5, 2012 by

TEXT VERSION: Food Groups $19.99 ($15.99 when you use *promo code NFOOD20 at checkout) Planning a well-balanced meal is child’s play with this wooden set. Items from the five food groups–including watermelon, milk, cheese, fish, eggs, and much more–are crafted of solid wood and come with four wooden baskets for sorting and storage. Extension Activities: [...]

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Why Costumes Are Good for Kids by Melissa

October 26, 2011 by
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Why Costumes Are Good for Kids Our expert encourages the thrill of dress-up by Melissa The anticipation of Halloween generates excitement in children unrivaled by virtually any other holiday. The ability to truly take part in the holiday and choose exactly how they will be dressed gives children a tremendous sense of power and investment [...]

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Happy Chocolate Cupcake Day!

October 18, 2011 by

Bake & Decorate Cupcake Set : Wooden Play Food : Toy Cupcakes Set by Melissa & Doug Giveaway: 10/18/11 only! TO ENTER:  Like Us on Facebook, find the Bake & Decorate Cupcakes giveaway post, and follow the instructions to enter! Ends midnight 10/18/11. (MSRP $19.99) Be sure your little baker uses the oven mitt to [...]

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