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.
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