The Shopping Mama

30 Days of Toys: P’Kolino Multi-Solution Puzzle

by Kate on December 1st, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Get It For: Puzzling 18 months olds and older. We think preschoolers will like the challenge of finding different solutions to the same puzzle.

Why We Like It: There’s no doubt that puzzles are great activities for kids, but it can be difficult for a child when it goes wrong and they can’t figure out the solution. The beauty of the P’Kolino Multi-Solution puzzles, like the Alien pictured here, is that numerous configurations are “right”. There’s not one singular way to solve the puzzle. It’s encouraging for younger kids and creates some additional problem solving challenges for older kids. We like that the quality design and bright colors will inspire creative solutions and develop hand-eye coordination.

Shop! There are a number of P’Kolino Multi-Solution Puzzles with a suggested retail price of $19.99. We particularly like the Rhombot ($14.30), Owl ($17.45) and Alien ($18.62).Find this and many of our top toys for the holidays in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: Little G

by Kate on November 30th, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Toy: Little Giraffe Little G Plush Toy

Get It For: The baby who has everything.

Why We Like It: Little Giraffe is known for making the plushest of plush children’s blankets and now offers its darling giraffe logo in the form of a cuddly plush toy. The adorable polk a dot faux fur will delight babies, making this a favorite comfort item.

Shop! Little Giraffe’s Little G is available at Layla Grayce for $39 in blue, celadon and pink. Shop now and save 10% with code COZYGIFTS.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: Tegu Mobility

by Kate on November 29th, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Toy: Tegu Mobility

Get It For: Anyone! We’re obsessed with Tegu blocks and have been known to give sets to adults and we can’t imagine the brand new cars will be any different.

Why We Like It: Tegu Mobility cars build upon the basic idea of Tegu magnetic blocks and adds wheels and car styling into the mix. Dart, the red car above, includes ten blocks, magnetic top, four magnetic wheels and can be reconfigured to build any car you can create. The pieces will work and fit together with all Tegu blocks for even more options.

Here’s a great video from Tegu to get you ready to roll.

Shop! Tegu Mobility Compact Line, including Dart, are available at Tegu for $38. A simple sleek silhouette car with wheels is $22 and a set of four wheels to add to your existing Tegu blocks set is $15. Tegu Blocks Sets are available on Amazon.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: Design & Drill Activity Center

by Kate on November 28th, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Toy: Educational Insights Drill & Design Activity Center

Get It For: Because of the smaller pieces, this set is best for kids 3 and older. It’s great for working on fine motor skills to help preschool handwriting and we think girls will dig it just as much as boys.

Why We Like It: The set comes with different drill bits that work with the 120 bolts. Little ones can complete the included Activity Cards to match pictures and patterns or create their own design on the board.

Shop! The Drill & Design Activity Center is currently $25 with free shipping on Amazon. Find this and many of our top toys for the holidays in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: Trikke Jogo

by Malia on November 27th, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Toy: Trikke T5 Jogo

Get It For: Four to seven year olds who love being active, or those who need a little encouragement to get out and move. There are also versions for older children and adults.

Why We Like It: Physical activity is so important and with all the fun video games, movies and computers, children in America aren’t getting enough. The Trikke Jogo lets kids enjoy a fun, physical activity while building their coordination, balance and agility. The three wheeled design gives even coordination impaired (like yours truly) riders confidence that they won’t fall as they ride the Trikke like a classic scooter or in the unique Trikke carving motion.

Shop! The Trikke T5 Jogo is available in blue or pink from $99. Find this and many of our top toys for the holidays in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: Tinkertoy Set

by Kate on November 25th, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Toy: Tinkertoy Classic Jumbo Set

Get It For: Construction and building minded preschool aged kids.

Why We Like It: It’s a classic! Nothing beats the Tinkertoy Building set which includes 48 rods, 20 spools, 8 connector clips, 2 flags, 10 end caps, 6 couplings, 2 tubes made of all wood. The set even includes string. String! I mean, really, sometimes simple is best and we think the no bells and whistles building set will please.

Shop! Various size Tinkertoy Building sets are available with prices starting at $19 for this Jumbo Set. Find this and many of our top toys for the holidays in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: Princess and the Pea Set

by Monica on November 24th, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Blog

Toy: Princess and the Pea Set

Get It For: The princess who loves to read classic tales and play with fun play sets.

Why We Like It: What is not to love? Ok, maybe the price, but this is such an adorable set, and one that you would surely keep and treasure forever. The Hans Christian Andersen classic tale comes with this adorable set. It has a hand-crocheted princess and pea, and gorgeous wooden bed, seven mattresses, a pillow, a blanket, a of course the storybook. The possibilities for imaginative play are endless with this adorable set.

Shop! The Princess and the Pea Set is available at a Garnet Hill for $99 with free shipping until December 6, 2011 and Amazon with free Prime / Mom shipping. Find this and many of our top toys for the holidays in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.

30 Days of Toys: HugglePod

by Monica on November 23rd, 2011 | 5 Comments | 30 Days of Toys, Shopping

Toy: HugglePod

Get It For: This is perfect for the little person who loves to curl up with a good book, or just enjoy a little personal time for playing and creative thinking, and needs a cozy fun place to do it!

Why We Like It: I remember taking a book into my closet with a bunch of pillows and reading for hours as a child. Oh, how I would have loved this fun hanging little nest for them. I can imagine this would entice even the seldom napper to take a siesta or two, or at the very least engage in some quiet time for an hour or so. The possibilities are endless! The removeable washable cushion is a great addition to keeping it comfy.

Shop! The HugglePod is available at Magic Cabin for $99. It is available in Cardinal Red, Pink Blush, Royal Blue, or Grass Green. You can also find this and many of our favorites in The Shopping Mama’s 30 Days of Toys store.

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To see the best toys for the holidays, check out our Toy Shopping Guide. You can also read about all our 30 Days of Toys picks.