Articles for tag: Classic Toys, Melissa and Doug

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Best Train Sets for Kids 2010

The best train sets for kids 2010 include what parents (and their children) most love – classic toys that make creativity fun. Interestingly enough this is a market that has not been affected much by technology – the same types of kids train sets that have been popular over the years still are the top ...

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Toys for Toddlers

I am the mom of a very active 18-month-old little boy, who admittedly has had the opportunity to play with far too many toys. Despite having a house full of practically every variety of age appropriate toy he always seems to resort back to a few favorites. He plays with all of his toys at ...

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Which Wooden Train Set is the Best?

Investing in a wooden train set for your children can seem like a difficult task. After visiting many stores, I have found the two most sought after brands of wooden train sets on the market today are Thomas the Train and Melissa and Doug. Here is a comparison of both brands to help guide you ...

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Melissa & Doug Toy Wooden Blocks Review

The classic of classic kids toys has to be wooden blocks! Wouldn’t you agree? I certainly can’t think of a more classic toy for kids than wooden blocks and that’s why I purchased a set of them from Melissa and Doug. Melissa and Doug toys seem to be everywhere these days, and they did themselves ...

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10 Great Gifts for Kids Who like Sharks

For a kid captivated with sharks, almost any shark related gift would be great. But here are 10 of the greatest of great shark gifts for kids: Remote Controlled Hammerhead A great gift for kids who like sharks is (this) remote controlled hammerhead. Kids and the young at heart will love this toy’s smooth design, ...

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Top Ten Gift Ideas for a One-Year-Old Child

What to get a one year old child? They aren’t quite a “baby” in the same sense as they were just a few months ago. Many of them are walking around, exploring, getting into things, and developing very specific tastes. Everything is still tested out in their mouths, so toys with small parts still aren’t ...

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Toy Ideas for a One Year Old

Whether you are shopping for a First Birthday gift, or looking to expand your one year old’s toy collection, this list will help you out. Listed below are some must-have toys for a one-year-old. The toys range in prices and type and many will be played with for years to come. Kitchen – One year ...

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Top Ten Educational Gifts for Kids

Creative toys allow kids to use their imagination during play. It’s been said that a child’s work is their play. Children can learn a lot from the things they play with. Providing your child with educational toys is a great way to help them develop social and developmental skills that will lay a foundation for ...

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Top Ten Gift Ideas for Blind or Low-Vision Preschoolers

Welcome to my gift ideas list for blind or low-vision preschoolers. As the mother of a blind child, I know how difficult it can be to find the best toys that meet the needs of your child and your budget. Though all toys that I’ve listed would work for low-vision children, I’ve paid particular attention ...