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See the world of toys from our buyers’ perspectives as they give you an insider’s look at what makes our manufacturers’ toys perfect for kids. This “sneak peek” into the toy world will provide insight into why we think our products are great and what makes them special. Come play with us!

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Fresh Father’s Day Gift Ideas

By on June 7, 2010 in Why We Love It

Tweet Here is the friendly reminder that Father’s Day is less than 2 weeks away (June 20). Do you and your kids need some new ideas for recognizing Dad on this special day? Our number one choice is a one-of-a-kind craft project. Here at Growing Tree Toys, one of our most popular Father’s Day items [...]

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They Put the “Zing” in Outdoor Toys!

By on May 4, 2010 in Why We Love It

Tweet With nationwide initiatives from the White House to the NFL that are pushing kids to get outside playing and exercising, it is no wonder that we search for a wonderful array of outdoor toys for kids of all ages. But as a buyer, I find outdoor active toys to be one of the hardest [...]

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Do You See What I See? – Why We Love the My First Lab Duo-Scope Microscope

By on December 9, 2009 in Why We Love It

Tweet As a buyer of wonderful, creative toys for children, sometimes you have to search beyond the typical toy companies to find an ingenious plaything for children – and you never know where that might take you! We buy from a variety of “non-traditional” toy companies, and because of this, we are able to offer [...]

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I Feel Pretty, Oh So Pretty – Why We Love Uglydolls!

By on November 18, 2009 in Why We Love It

Tweet Toys are our thing. We search far and wide to find the best in wooden toys, baby toys, toddler toys, ride on toys, puzzles, games … you get the picture. And, as a toy store, we have always carried plush, or as some people call them, stuffed animals. Often they are just that – [...]

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Why We Love It – Uncle Goose Gives Kids the Building Blocks of Play

By on October 14, 2009 in Why We Love It

Tweet Sure, building blocks have been around for ages, and they are available in every size, shape, form and design. So, why do we love the blocks from Uncle Goose Toys that are distributed from Lindenwood, Inc.? You can almost count the ways by stacking their cute and classic blocks! Building blocks are the quintessential [...]

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Why We Love It – Kidsonroof Toys are as Fun as They Sound!

By on September 24, 2009 in Why We Love It

Tweet At first mention, Kidsonroof might appear like a slightly dangerous name for a brand of children’s educational toys. But, when you actually sit and think about it, the name becomes oddly appropriate. Teaching kids to think outside the box, dream big, aim high, be super creative – that’s what Kidsonroof promotes through their small [...]

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