Hockey

Pro Hockey is Back!

By on January 6, 2013 in Let's Play!

Fans of the National Hockey League rejoiced this weekend as the NHL and players union agreed to a deal to get back on the ice, ending a half-season long lockout. We’re happy to finally see the players play again! With cold and snow in many parts of the country, and along with the NHL news, [...]

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Nanoblocks

Teeny Tiny Nanoblocks are Great Big Fun!

By on January 3, 2013 in Toy Talk

Have you ever been to the Taj Mahal? Or have you seen a koala bear up close? Not only can you see these and more, you can build authentic replicas AND hold them in the palm of your hand! Check out Nanoblocks – building sets that are like no other! Nanoblocks are similar to other [...]

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Strand of Lights

Lights for Life: Helping Kids and the Planet

By on December 28, 2012 in Why We Love It

Each exciting holiday season, there are new toys, tasty treats, and lots of family fun. But with that often comes quite a bit to discard, and hopefully, recycle! While we know to break down cardboard to recycle, keep gift bags for next year, properly dispose of the tree, and maybe even compost uneaten food, did [...]

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Baking

Five Festive Cookie Recipes

By on December 18, 2012 in Why We Love It

My family loves to spend time in the kitchen – cooking, baking, and eating, of course! My almost 18-month old is getting his first “taste” of baking cookies this holiday season. He especially enjoyed rolling Snickerdoodle dough balls in sugar! We have ten recipes on our list this year, and thought we should share a [...]

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Tolo

Top Ten Toddler Toys

By on December 9, 2012 in Toy Talk

Toddlers are so busy! We have put together a great list of ten toys that are perfect for this budding age group, helping them use their skills while developing new ones. Enjoy! Water Symphony Bath Toy This fun toy for the tub is a perennial favorite of Growing Tree Toys’ shoppers. The eight colorful dolphins [...]

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Roll and Play

Six Preschool Games for Gifting

By on December 2, 2012 in Toy Talk

Are you shopping for gifts for young children? Check out some toys that are fun to play and challenging for the mind – our fun selection of Preschool Games! We have games that are quiet, noisy, for group play, for solo play, and everything in between. Read on for more on a select six of [...]

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