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Top 7 New Blind Box Toy Collectibles

May 28, 2019 by Kathryn 2 Comments

If there’s one thing that kids tend to find universally appealing, it’s blind box collectibles. Just like my own generation once collected hockey card packs, POGs and Beanie Babies, today’s kids are now going crazy for collectible blind box squishy toys, figurines and vehicles of all kinds.

If your kids love collectibles as much as mine, you may be wondering what new options are available for your little one. Make sure to check out these seven hot new blind box collectibles to be the coolest parent on the block!

Tonka Tinys

Being tiny has never been more fun! Tonka Tinys each come in a small crate, which can be opened and connected to other sets to create roads for the vehicles to use. Each set includes tiny accessories like stop signs and road stickers, so that young city planners can create the ultimate roadway for their vehicles. There are over 100 different Tonka Tiny vehicles to collect, from construction vehicles to race cars. And when the fun is done, the roadways fold back into little crates to keep the cars safe until next time! [Read more…]

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…]

Kids Will Love the Realistic Antics of Tekno Newborn Puppies and Kittens-Giveaway

November 1, 2016 by Kathryn 139 Comments

One of the best things about technology is the way it lets us experience the things we love in new ways. My boys love animals and have begged for a dog for years now, but in our current small townhouse, a pet just isn’t feasible. Yet thanks to some of the clever new tech toys available, my boys can still enjoy some of the fun of having a pet! Tekno Robotics pets have been a favourite friend for kids since 1999 and now the company’s new and improved Tekno Newborns are giving kids a brand-new way to play!

Whether you love puppies or kittens, there’s a Tekno Newborn for you. And just like eight-week-old puppies and kittens, these robotic pets love to play! The pets will walk, sit, beg and jump into your hand on command, and can even be programmed to sing! But even better, the newborns interact not just with kids, but also with any other Tekno pets in the household! [Read more…]

Betty Spaghetty Dolls and Little Live Pets Lil’ Frogs are Hot New Toys this Fall-Giveaway

October 27, 2016 by Kathryn 128 Comments

Looking for the hottest new toys for fall fun this year? Look no further! Just in time for the holidays, Little Live Pets and Betty Spaghetty have released some great new options for boys and girls alike. I’ve been a fan of the Little Live Pets line for ages now and every year, the company manages to expand on an already great collection to add new and fun animal toys for kids. This year, Little Live Pets is introducing the brand new and adorable Lil’ Frog that can hop and swim!

With two boys in the house, it goes without saying that this was one toy I knew would be a hit. The beauty of Little Live Pets is that they let kids experience a bit of the fun of having a pet, without us poor parents actually having to worry about making sure a live animal is fed and housed safely. The adorable Little Live Pets Lil’ Frog is the perfect example of that. It’s quite a bit bigger than a real frog and comes with fun accessories including its own floating lily pad (making the frog a perfect bathtub toy) and an aquarium. It’s the next best thing to having a real pet animal! [Read more…]

New HEXBUG Aquabot and Battle Spider Toys are Tons of Robotic Fun

May 29, 2014 by Kathryn 34 Comments

A few years ago, my boys discovered HEXBUG Nano, small mechanical robot bugs that use vibration technology to scoot around different tracks in an incredibly realistic manner. HEXBUG Nano bugs were a hit with children everywhere, but the company didn’t stop the innovation there! The HEXBUG company has recently created even more fun robotic creatures and they’re great choices for boys and girls alike.

My personal favourite is the new HEXBUG Aquabot robotic fish. The fish comes either on its own or with its own special tank and when water is added, it swims and dives around just like a real fish! To conserve battery life, the fish shuts off when removed from the water and also has an automatic shutoff feature that activates after five minutes. The best part is, this is one fish whose tank never needs cleaning! [Read more…]