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Add Extra Fun To Your Toddler’s Time Outside with the Little Tikes Cape Cottage Playhouse

September 24, 2019 by Kathryn 3 Comments

My toddler has loved spending time outside since he first learned to walk. And in what feels like no time, he’s gone from wobbling unsteadily across the yard to climbing, jumping, sliding and running!

I want to make sure that Cormac continues to enjoy his time outside, so I’m always on the lookout for fun new outdoor toys he might enjoy. And recently, Little Tikes helped me out by sending me its adorable Cape Cottage Playhouse to review!

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Cormac has always been a natural mimic. He’s helped me cook in the kitchen since he was old enough to stand on a chair beside me, he loves putting on his dad’s hat and carrying his keys to go to “work,” and he’s always excited to grab the mop and broom out of the pantry to do some cleaning. [Read more…]

Winter is More Fun with New Play Sets from Playmobil-Giveaway

March 15, 2018 by Kathryn 86 Comments

One of the things that I love most about Playmobil is how the company has a play set to suit every child’s interests. From camping sets to hockey rinks, children can create fun scenarios about all their favourite activities. In fact, the first Playmobil set my animal-loving middle son ever owned was a horse and stable set that he chose and bought with his birthday money!

OF course, with snow still covering the ground and ski season in full swing, winter-themed play sets are pretty popular right now. And so, I was thrilled when my boys got the chance to review the brand new Playmobil Ski Lodge set!

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Kids Love Sailing the Seas with the Thomas & Friends Adventures Sea Monster Pirate Set

November 1, 2017 by Kathryn 21 Comments

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Mattel Canada. All opinions are 100% mine.

When my youngest brother was a toddler, he loved watching Thomas, the plucky tank engine, and his friends as the got into mischief and had adventures on the Island of Sodor. When I had my own boys years later, I had the chance to see how Thomas had evolved for a new generation with the debut of the Thomas & Friends series.

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I’m sure that Thomas will continue to be a favourite for years to come, and that’s why I was so excited to receive the new Thomas & Friends Adventures Sea Monster Pirate Set to review. My eight-year-old son loves creating stories with playsets and I knew he would have a blast with this one. [Read more…]

Let Kids Have Summer Fun All Autumn Long with Zuru Toys

October 4, 2017 by Kathryn 28 Comments

With summer over and school resumed, I can’t help but want to let my boys hold onto the fun of their carefree summer days just a little longer. So, to celebrate the start of the new school year, I love surprising them with a fun new toy or two to enjoy on the weekends and after school.

This year, Zuru Toys provided me with the perfect toys to put smiles on their faces. And if you have a child with a fall birthday, or just want to surprise your little one for fun, these two toys are sure to fit the bill!

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Let Your Child’s Play Take Flight with Playmobil Dragons Playsets-Giveaway

September 22, 2017 by Kathryn 126 Comments

My middle son has long been a fan of Playmobil toys and I’m only too happy to indulge that love. The high-quality sets encourage imaginative play and feature plenty of variety and attention to detail. Ever since Benjamin bought a horse and stable set with his birthday money when he was four, Playmobil has been a favourite in our household.

And now, Playmobil has become even more appealing to my seven-year-old son with a new licenced collection of DreamWorks Dragons Playmobil sets! Featuring Hiccup, Toothless and all your favourite characters, the new sets are perfect for any little dragon-tamer. I was sent the Playmobil Berk Island to review and I knew at a glance this set would be one of my son’s favourites. [Read more…]