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  • February 14, 2007

    Squid Soap for cleaner hands

    One of my favorite finds on Day 3 of Toy Fair was Squid Soap. It’s not really a toy, but it’s fun and clever all the same. Basically, it’s a pump of liquid handsoap with a little ink pad on...

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  • MP3 101
    February 13, 2007

    MP3 101

    Peapod Toys is showing an MP3 player designed for babies and toddlers. It’s a simple, durable design that will allow even very young babies to learn to control their music. The player holds about two hours worth of music and...

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  • Uglydolls on the loose.
    February 13, 2007

    Uglydolls on the loose.

    Day two at Toy Fair proved eventful, as I learned firsthand why children are wise to be frightened of jumbo costumed characters. Giant Uglydolls have become a fixture at Toy Fair, but they are getting mischievous. Today, I found myself...

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  • February 13, 2007

    K’nekting with K’nex

    There are some toy brands that have always been at the forefront of my consciousness. As a kid I really enjoyed Lego, Brio, and Lincoln Logs and Erector sets, and I get a kick out of seeing these products in...

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  • Hyperinteractivity
    February 12, 2007

    Hyperinteractivity

    Lately, it seems like everyone is talking about Webkinz. These stuffed virtual pets are all the rage among middle school kids all over the country (if you’ve never heard of them, read my previous entry about them here). So it’s...

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  • Brick by Brickadoo
    February 12, 2007

    Brick by Brickadoo

    This is my 4th toy fair, and one of the categories that I have been seeking out are great, new building and construction toys. There seemed to be a plethora of items that match that description, many of them wooden,...

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  • February 9, 2007

    Gearing up for Toy Fair

    Sorry for the silence. We’re getting ready for our annual trip to the American International Toy Fair, one of the highlights of the year. We will be posting extensive show coverage on the blog. We are bringing a large group...

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  • February 5, 2007

    2007 Mountain Buggies are here

    The 2007 Mountain Buggies have arrived. The big story is color, and not much else. There are a couple of minor improvements, most significantly double-backed fabric to reduce wear and tear. But the most substantial change is the introduction of...

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  • January 31, 2007

    Baby Go Round

    When it comes to encouraging a baby to partake in tummy time, anything goes. Most babies really hate being stuck on their bellies, but it’s really important to help them develop all the muscles they’ll need to sit and crawl....

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