Up, up and … Oh No He Didn’t?! – A New Way to Play with the Pogo Stick

By on October 28, 2009 in Just for Fun

You may love the Pogo Stick, but were you ever brave (or crazy) enough to do more than jump up and down? For those us, who played it safe when it came to Pogo Sticks, take a good look at the Guinness World Record holder who took jumping sky high to new heights! Jumping enthusiast [...]

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Bounce and Spring the Day Away – Take Me Back Tuesday Remembers the Pogo Stick

By on October 27, 2009 in Take Me Back Tuesday

I treasure the day that I passed down my beautiful bouncing Pogo Stick to my little sister because (I admit) it gave me the smallest glint of pleasure watching her fail bounce – at all! My sweet little sister fell like a rock every time she hopped on those pastel footpads (oops!). This isn’t to [...]

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Unlock a Zoo of Color and Fun – A Lock and Latch Staff Review

By on October 26, 2009 in Toy Reviews

My little granddaughter, Desi, is a rambunctious bundle of joy whose little hands love to explore and play. Whether she’s turning locks or opening cupboards, this tiny tot never slows down – so neither can I! For weary parents, and grandparents, the Wooden Latches Board from Melissa and Doug combines every aspect of unlatching and [...]

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A Garbage Truck Tough Enough for Any Child! – A Bruder Staff Review

By on October 23, 2009 in Toy Reviews

When I was a kid, one of my favorite days was garbage day! Yes, I would sit in the front yard and wait for the garbage man to come so I could watch him use – what I considered – the coolest truck in the world and take away all our trash. The garbage man [...]

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Finding Holiday Toys for the Children on Your List!

By on October 22, 2009 in News Branch

Whether it is a child’s wish list or recommendations from a friend or family member, many of us will have plenty of ideas when purchasing for the little ones on our list this holiday season. But even though we have plenty of ideas for some of the children on our list, many of us need [...]

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These Webbed Feet are made for Walking – A Ducky Staff Review

By on October 21, 2009 in Toy Reviews

Watching young ones waddle along is a sweet sight – especially when they have a waddling friend to guide them! And parents know that anytime you can add a toy to an everyday activity, kids are more likely to keep at it, which helps turn a teetering toddler into a wonderful walker in no time! [...]

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