Fun New Summer Toys For Kids

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Any parent knows that bedtime is not always fun.  A soft companion can help- even more so if it lights up.  The Cloud B Twinkling Firefly Frog is perfect for bedtime, even for bigger kids, since they can control it’s light, sound, and of course snuggle time. The “Fireflies” twinkle and glow in the frog’s stomach, just like a warm July night.  Kids can be comforted not only by the soft shimmer of the frog, but also it’s softness and lullaby melody.  If your child prefers, it also plays rain with crickets sounds.  Your child can also control the volume, so he or she can drift off to dreamland in the style that suits them best.

Fireflies twinkle in Frog’s belly to create a magical glow that helps ease fear of the dark. This cuddly friend is perfect for enchanted playtime and helps children transition into nighttime. Twinkling Firefly Frog also plays a choice of two soothing sounds: rain with crickets, or lullaby melody.  The Twinkling Firefly Frog comes with a 45 minute sleep times, and needs 3 AAA batteries (which are included) and last a long time.  Available for $35 at http://cloudb.com and many stores both big and small.

Adora Nursery Time Babies come in a one piece newborn outfit and with a doll carrier. Larger then many baby dolls, they weigh 2 pounds 7 ounces, and have life-like features, soft “skin”, and a bag weighted bottom, which gives them the life-like feel. They have a baby powder scent, which gives them that newborn smell.  You can choose from several skin tones for this doll as well.

The bag/bed/carrier that came along with the baby doll was another favorite feature of the doll, since it makes it easy to “play mommy”. It also makes it easy to take baby everywhere you go.  This sweet and realistic looking doll and is sure to thrill any child and let them enjoy role playing.  Available for $80 at http://www.adoradolls.com and specialty stores.

The adorable Fuzzy Wuggs Hand Puppets from Manhattan Toy Company are just as sweet as can be, and a great addition for your puppet box.  These monsters are anything but scary, and would be perfect for a bother and sister to play with together, or any child who likes to be “equal opportunity”, LOL.  Another option(s) would be a dad and a daughter puppet, or a mom and son.  So many options for these fuzzy friends!  Easy to manipulate even for the smallest of hands, these are “simple” puppets with only a sleeve for the arm and hand and a mouth to maneuver.  This makes them great for young kids who are just building their dexterity and motor skills, as well as puppet enthusiasts of any age.  Puppets are a great way for creative play and to use your imagination, as well as to get quality playtime with your kids (and watch how their minds work).  Coming in the Orange “Boylie” and the Pink “”Girlie” (complete with mufti-colored braids) you can get one or both for a set.  $24 from http://www.manhattantoy.com and stores like The Learning Express.

Motorworks Cars from Manhattan Toys are a classic throwback- these wooden cars are easily customizable with stickers and different accessories. They come in a complete set that you build with your child, then add stickers and “style” of your own to personalize it.  You can get extra parts (or vehicles) and swap parts to make your car or truck anything you desire.  Parts are interchangeable, with  removable wheels, rims, cabs, chassis’ and more. You can swap parts with any other  MOTORWORKS vehicles.  $10 and up on http://www.manhattantoy.com

Build up to 12 models from one kit with this set. Laser Pegs® Major League Baseball kit is a Limited Edition set that comes with 3 new light up Laser Pegs® (bat, ball, and glove) not previously available. You can choose from 30 team decals to add to your players and personalize your set. It also comes with 13 classic Laser Pegs® shapes and 79 clear construction parts. This is a great building set for any baseball player or game enthusiast. Great way for dads to bond with thier kids, or perhaps get them a new interest in a game that they can then take into other areas, like a game of catch, joining a team that dad can coach, or catching a real major or minor leauge game together. $40 on http://laserpegs.com/

Yomega Yo Yos combine the fun of Yo-Yos with the inter-generational awesome that is Star Wars. Who doesn’t love Star Wars?  If you don’t, you are not American, please rethink your life choices.  The Star Wars Yomega Yo-Men Yo-Yo line is a collection of 12 of the most loved characters from the Star Wars Galaxy that you can “walk the dog” or go “around the world” with. These high performance yo yos let you do some amazing tricks (or learn them) with or without using the force.  When you are done playing or teaching your kiddo, place the yo-yo in the action stand to complete the Yo-Men character. Available for various prices individually or in sets on http://www.amazon.com .

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