2023 Holiday Gift Guide by jstgrafx@pacbell.net

Holiday Gift Guide Holiday Gift Ideas for Everyone on Your List! HOT New Product Finds You Should Not Miss! 1

4 Hot New Products! 59 Teens and Tweens 33 Toys & Games 63 Books 40 S pecial Needs & 66 Websites Educational Toys 68 B abies and 42 Technology & Apps Parenting 45 Childrens Products 72 Family, Home & Lifestyles

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New Products

Laser X Ultra Micro B2 Double Blasters

Laser X Ultra is the latest generation of Laser X – the #1 Home laser tag game on the planet! It’s like having a laser tag arena in your own backyard! With the Laser X Ultra Micro B2b Blasters, you can blast opponents up to 200 feet away – inside or out, in darkness or bright sunlight. Select from more than 10 different team-color combinations – or set it to Ultra Mode, and cycle through them all! Laser X Ultra Micro B2 Blasters have built-in receivers with indicators that let you know who blasted you! Blaster beams go through windows and bounce off walls and mirrors to hit opponents. Every series of Laser X gear works together, and games can include unlimited players. Requires 6 “AAA” batteries (not included). Ages: 6+ $19.99

Available online and at Target and www.GetLaserX.com

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Laser X Ultra Long-Range Double Blasters

Laser X Ultra is the latest generation of Laser X – the #1 Home Laser Tag Game on the planet! It’s like having a laser tag arena in your own backyard! With the Laser X Ultra Long-Range Blasters, you can blast opponents up to 500 feet away – inside or out, in darkness or sunlight. Select from more than 20 different team-color combinations – or choose Ultra Mode, and cycle through them all! Laser X Ultra Long-Range Blasters have quick-slide reload, and built-in indicators let you know who blasted you. Blaster beams go through windows and can bounce off walls and mirrors to hit opponents. Every series of Laser X gear works together. Games can include unlimited players. Does NOT use a real laser; infrared beam is not visible. Set equips two players. Requires 6 “AAA” batteries (not included). Ages: 6+ $49.99

Website: https://www.getlaserx.com/

Available online and at Target and www.GetLaserX.com

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Laser X Ultra Double Blasters

Laser X Ultra is the latest generation of Laser X – the #1 Home Laser Tag Game on the planet! It’s like having a laser tag arena in your own backyard! With the Laser X Ultra Double Blasters, you can blast opponents up to 300 feet away – inside or out, in darkness or bright sunlight. Select from more than 20 different team-color combinations or set it to Ultra Mode to cycle through them all! Laser X Ultra Double Blasters have quick slide reload and chest receivers with indicators that let you know who blasted you! Blaster beams go through windows and bounce off walls and mirrors to hit opponents. Every series of Laser X gear works together, and games can include unlimited players. Requires 6 “AAA” batteries (not included). Ages 6+. Ages: 6+ $39.99

Website: https://www.getlaserx.com/

Available online and at Target and www.GetLaserX.com

New Smithsonian Products Magic Rocks

Create a brilliant underwater garden with this instant crystal growing kit. This simple and fun project has been around for decades and is still as amazing and entertaining as ever. Simply place your colored stones (metal salt crystals) into the magic solution (sodium silicate dissolved in water) and watch them grow into beautiful, colorful crystal formations – within just ten minutes. Repeat this process in six hours, and watch with amazement as your rocks grow into colorful stalagmite-like towers. Enclosed STEM content explains the chemical process. Set includes an aquarium tank, space background and sticker sheet. Rocks grow to different heights, up to 4” tall! Ages: 10+ $14.99

Website: http://www.nsi-intonline.com/ Available online and at: Target

Smithsonian Telescope/ Monocular

Young scientists can explore the world around them with the dual-function Smithsonian Telescope / Monocular. This engaging toy telescope makes objects appear closer than the naked eye, allowing for more detailed views of everything from birds up high in the branches to the Moon! Place the optical tube on the included aluminum tabletop tripod or hold it up to your eye, like an old-fashioned “spy glass.” To focus, remove the dust cap from the 33mm objective lens, loosen the motion lock, and push or pull the eyepiece until objects are sharp. The Smithsonian Telescope / Monocular is the ultimate science tool for sparking curiosity and wonder. Enclosed educational content teaches about the phases of the moon and more. Ages: 8+ $24.99

Website: http://www.nsi-intonline.com/

Available online and at Target and many more places

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Storypod, The Leading Children’s Educational Audio System

Storypod is a screen-free interactive audio system for kids ages 0-9 that aims to support parents on their journey of raising smart, healthy, and curious children. Kids can independently engage with Storypod. They simply tap any Craftie, Audiobook, Activity Card, Token, or Trivia Card on top of the device and activate educational and entertaining audio content (Music/ Songs, Fables, Fairy Tales, Stories, Biographies, and so much more). Storypod is the perfect gift for children of all ages, presenting STEM and learning topics in a fun and engaging way with a focus on stage-based childhood development. Storypod helps improve early reading skills and speech development with our content developed by experts. Storypod uniquely allows for quizzes and interactive content with our child-friendly buttons and engaging content. Bedtime routines are made easier with Storypod bedtime content helping parents to set predictable night routines for their little ones. Ages:Toddlers $99.00

Website: https://www.storypod.com

Available online at www.storypod.com 8

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Tinkering Labs Electric Motors Catalyst STEM Kit

Ignite the spark of curiosity and innovation in your young inventor with the Tinkering Labs Electric Motors Catalyst STEM kit! Created by renowned education innovators whose TED talks have inspired millions, this original Tinkering kit unleashes your child’s natural creative power. With 50+ high-quality components and 10 engaging challenges, kids are inspired to invent their own unique creations. Boost creativity, IQ, and STEM knowledge as your child constructs machines that draw curvy lines, scramble eggs, or even vehicles with suspension systems. The ultimate DIY gift for tomorrow’s creative problem-solvers! The Electric Motors Catalyst is a STEM kit that boasts durable, high-quality components capable of withstanding the creativity and ingenuity of any 8 to 13-year-old. Start with the included 10 Challenge cards, and spend endless hours of exploration and innovation. It connects kids with science, technology, engineering, art, and math principles and encourages them to create anything they can imagine. The versatility of this kit makes it ideal for classroom use, offering teachers an easy way to provide super fun and creative learning activities to their students. Ages: 8 - 13 $65.00

Website: www.tinkeringlabs.com

Available online at: www.tinkeringlabs.com – Amazon

New Products Tracy the Fidget Triceratops

Discover this fun fidget friend’s two ways to play–explore Tracy’s pop-in, pop-out spikes, or toddlers can build hand strength and coordination, counting and color skills as they spin, twist, crank, and push Tracy’s unique, interactive fidget pieces. These fine motor movements are essential to children aged 18+ for school readiness. A toy sized just right for little hands, Tracy comes with soft horns for safe and fun play. Ages: 18 mos & up+ $15.99 Website: https://LearningResources.com and available online

Curry on a Stik

Pet Products Family Choice Award Winner • A Professional Massage/Grooming/ Bathing Tool • Decreases Shedding – Increases Coat Health Removes Stagnation – Increases Circulation • Easy Clean Up – Simply Rinse Or Wash • Ergonomically Designed For Ease Of Use With The Arthritic Or Nerve Effected Hands – Patent Pending Design! • For Quick Grooming, Or Intensive Therapeutic Massage Sessions • Providing An Aid In Early Detection Of Soreness & Injuries • Created With Design, Durability, Quality, Performance & Affordability In Mind • Easy To Carry – Safe & Effective For Use By All Ages! • Veterinarian Tested & Approved By Chi Institute Instructor Dr. John Langlois! $29.95 Website: https://www.curryonastik.com

Available online and at www.curryonastik.com 10

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Corakko Snake Oil Therapeutic Salve for Animals

Pet Products Family Choice Award Winner • Copper NANO Technology with Essential Oil Extracts & Honey • Soothes, Heals & Kills Bacteria & Fungus • Treats bacterial & fungal growth on & under the skin • Heals Wounds • Hotspots

New Products • Rain Rot • Scratches • Insect Bites • Cracked Hooves • Summer Sores

$39.95

Website: https://www.curryonastik.com/ Year: 2023

Available online and at https://www.curryonastik.com/

Corakko Therapeutic Skin Care Products Pet Products Family Choice Award Winner

Premium therapeutic Skin Care Formula/ Shampoo. The power of Copper Nanotechnology, raw honey & ancestral herbal extracts to treat & prevent bacterial & fungi growth. The formula is both preventative & therapeutic for any common skin diseases & anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidative & antimicrobial against bacteria, fungi & viruses. Natural ingredients with essential oils. Penetrates deeply into the skin. The formula’s main ingredients are combined with a unique blend of skin conditioning, cleansing agents & moisturizers. Made in Orlando, FL U.S.A. $29.95

Website: https://www.curryonastik.com/ Year: 2023

Available online and at https://www.curryonastik.com/ 11

New Products

Mess-Proof Sleeved Bib

• Made with a soft, lightweight, waterproof polyester that is made from 100% recycled plastic • Long sleeves protect clothing • Elasticized cuffs keep messes out • Large flip pocket stays open to catch spills and food • Tug-proof, soft, no-scratch closure is gentle on little ones • Easy to clean – hand rinse and hang dry or machine wash • Our fabric is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified • PVC, BPA, BPS & PHTHALATE FREE Ages: 6-24 months $12.95

Website: https://tinytwinkle.com/

Available online at: Amazon.com – TinyTwinkle.com 12

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The Night Hunter Murder Mystery Party Game from University Games

University Games brings the story of The Night Hunter to life in its latest and most sophisticated murder mystery party game. To catch The Night Hunter, four separate game-solving chapters require players to solve five distinct and seemingly unrelated murders. The game is an excellent gift for fans of crime dramas, unsolved mysteries and problem solving challenges. The Night Hunter takes 3-4 hours to play and employs innovative online hints and solutions that can help detectives throughout the game. As the story goes: After confessing to a series of disturbing, animalistic murders, “The Night Hunter” was sentenced to life in prison. The public breathed a sigh of relief, thinking The Night Hunter’s reign of terror was over…that is, until a murder with similarities previously not released to the public occurs over 25 years later. Is it a copycat? Or is the wrong person behind bars? Play as an agent hired by The Bureau as you explore over 100 unique pieces of evidence to learn about The Night Hunter’s past and stop another murder from happening in the present. University Games has been the leader in murder-based games for the last four decades since launching the Murder Mystery Party brand in 1985. Ages: 4+ $39.99

Website: https://www.universitygames.com/games/mystery/thenighthunter

Available online and https://www.universitygames.com/games/mystery/thenighthunter 13

New Products Just Add Sugar

Just Add Sugar is the sweet activity kit that is a delicious way to learn about science, create products and art. This kit comes with everything you need except the sugar. Add your own sugar for multiple organic chemical experiments to make your own candy, sugar cubes and then clean up with your own homemade soaps. Discover scientific properties such as densities of solutions and chemical reactions. Complete activities include: sugar crystals, sugar rainbow glass, sugar necklace, sugar cubes, ice worm pond, soap, decoupage yarn art, edible play dough, body scrub, feed your flowers, natural fly strip, super tie-dyed shirts and super paper mache. From Griddly Kids Ages:8+ $24.95

Website: Amazon.com or https://griddlykids.ca/products/just-add-sugar-steam-science-art kit?_pos=1&_sid=30e6f9064&_ss=r Available at Amazon.com and https://griddlykids.ca/products/just-add-sugar-steam-science-artkit?_pos=1&_sid=30e6f9064&_ss=r

Bank-A-Ball

This trickshot makes your holiday shopping a slam dunk. Bank-A-Ball® scores as the solution for the toughto-get guy-gift on this year’s holiday shopping list. Bank-A-Ball is the adjustable angle basketball backboard and rim that hooks atop a standard-sized door to turn any room into a playroom. Bank-A-Ball is not a regular mini hoop. Bank-A-Ball is a sturdy, 6-position segmented backboard with a 7position spring-loaded adjustable, collapsible rim. It revolutionizes the trickshot possibilities with a whole new angle(s). From ABetter Design Company Ages: 4+ and Dads $34.99 Website: https://bankaball.com/ Available at Amazon.com and https://bankaball.com/ 14

New Products

Crazy Ice Bubbles Crazy Ice Bubbles formulated for Winter Bubble Outdoor Fun that is easy for kids to use and works in most winter conditions. You can catch’em , they last longer than regular bubbles, you get more bubbles every time, fly far, and they freeze different with cool looks every time. Crazy Ice Bubbles look like Snow Globe or Snow Bubbles while freezing and different every time. New outdoor winter play pattern bringing fun to winter weather. Bubbles freeze differently at temperatures below freezing. Crazy Ice Bubbles work in most winter conditions! These Bubbles will work in warmer temperatures in fall and spring just not freeze. Ages; 5-12 $7.99 US & $9.99 Canada Available at USA Target stores and Target.com, Amazon, Local specialty retailers. In Canada, Mastermind Toys, Chapters Indigo, Amazon, Shoppers Drug Mart, Toys R Us, local specialty retailers.

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Triops Play Park Unique kit contains a domed aquarium and 2 different species of Triops that grow what some call “living fossils” since they are identical to their prehistoric kin. We selected two species that have wildly different behavior. The domed play park aquarium has toys for Triops to play with. Kit includes a boat to push, a wheel to spin, a dino-slide to slide down, and a tree to climb. Kit also includes a dino-egg, and glow dino-bone. Triassic Triops brand eggs are lab grown and not taken from the wild. Eggs are added to natural marine sand for ease of use. Brought to you by TOYOPS Great for all Ages $32.95 Available at Amazon.com 16

New Products

Winter Time Family Mega Blanket — Warm Gray

The weather outside is frightful, but blankets make it so delightful. From foot-pocket blankets, to chunky knit throws, these ultra-soft goods will warmly welcome everyone home. Double the size, double the comfort! Our popular mega blankets offer more snuggles per square inch so the whole family can come together for comfy, cozy memories. Snuggle up with the giant, cozy Winter Time Family Mega Blanket — Warm Gray from the Holly Lodge collection. A heartfelt way to spend time together and create memories. From Demdaco The Details: • Size: 60”w x 120”long • Materials: polyester fiber • Care Instructions: Machine Wash - Cold, Non Chlorine Bleach Only, Tumble Dry — Low, Do Not Iron • Sentiment: Winter time... all about the snuggles • Copyright: © 2020 DEMDACO • UPC: 638713580368 Great for all Families and Ages! $81.50 Available online and at DEMDACO.com

New Products

Land of Dough Mini Cups Land of Dough 1 oz. Mini Cups. Curiosity in a cup! Land of Dough Mini Cups feature a variety of themes in two matching color tones including Red Apple, Orange Fox, Yellow Sun, Green Frog, Blue Whale, Purple Flower, Pink Hearts, and Black Penguin. The adorable 1 oz. cups are conveniently sized for all occasions! Great for Ages 3 & Up $3.00 Available online at landofdough.com and independent retailers.

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Lost Puppies 1 to 8 Players

Night has come and the puppies have wandered off. Our job is to find and bring home the Lost Puppies. Working together will allow us to rescue as many as possible for the happiest outcome! Contents: 12 x 12” game board, Rules, 12 Night Times, 4 Telephones, 6 Flashlights, 6 Puppies A Co-operative Strategy Game TM, by Family Pastimes, Ltd. Ages: 5-8 $15.00 Available online and at www.familypastimes.com 19

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Cyclone Gyro Here you will find a modern spin on an old concept. Cyclone Gyro is a STEM toy made for play; it was carefully designed with kids in mind. It is a durable easy to use gyroscope. In the box: Cyclone Gyro, zip starter, pedestal, and instructions with tips and tricks. Ages: 6 - 99 $16.99 Available online

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52 Essential Social Dilemmas 52 Essential Social Dilemmas helps kids and tweens build communication and social skills. It was developed by Harvard-trained educator and passionate school counselors to help students adjust and thrive in school. Each card includes is a relatable situation that kids commonly encounter and struggle with at school. The deck is packed to 50+ social skills and “what would you do?” type of questions to spark conversations and connections. The durable cards come in a sturdy tin for easy daily use in home, school, and on the go. Ages: 10 & Up $24.99 Available online and at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/MIND-BRAIN-SOCIAL-DILEMMAS-CONVERSATION/dp/B0BBLDH9K7 and https://mindbrainemotion.com http://mindbrainparenting.org 22

New Products

Silonn Ice Maker Model Name: SLIM06B Brand: Silonn Dimensions: 12 x 9 x 12 inches Weight: 15 pounds Ice Capacity: 27 lbs per day Color: Black Manufacturer: Silonn ASIN: B0B1TC5SDQ Great for Families $109.99 Available online at https://www.amazon.com/Silonn-Countertop-Portable-Self-cleaning-Bulletshaped/dp/B08ZYJ8CRX/ref=sr_1_3?crid=3LH38T3I3OKAO&keywords=Silonn+Ice+Maker&qid= 1666412557&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIyLjM4IiwicXNhIjoiMi4xMCIsInFzcCI6IjEuODUifQ%3D%3D&sprefix= silonn+ice+maker+%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf3263e904010ad0 23

New Products

Super Simple App

For over 10 years Super Simple has been making learning fun and simple for pre-schoolers all over the world! Our songs and shows are some of the most trusted and beloved on the internet. https://supersimple.com. This app features our library of songs and series with new, exclusive content getting added all the time. It’s a safe, curated and completely ad-free experience. WHY SUPER SIMPLE? • Our app is safe and ad-free! • We feature only the Super Simple content you know and love and we’re adding new Super Simple content all the time. • Super Simple is educational! Your little ones will learn about everything from animals, language & gestures, counting, ABCs and more! We make learning fun, and most importantly, simple! • You’ll get access to timed exclusives. See our newest content here first! • We’ve made an intuitive navigation for little ones that doesn’t rely on text. They’ll have fun exploring the app and finding all their favourite content. • We’ve created an offline mode that will automatically save your favourite videos to your device. Or, if you’d prefer, you can manually choose which videos you’d like to save to the device when you take Super Simple on the road! • Great for learning English! We started as teachers using music and dance to teach lessons, and we’re proud to be able to continue that tradition with this fun, ad-free app. Great for Preschoolers $5.99 USD Per month Available at: Google Play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=tv.skyship.supersimple Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/app/super-simple/id1458640095 Amazon Appstore: https://www.amazon.com/Skyship-Entertainment-Super-Simple/dp/B09LZ77FPK/ Super Simple Subscription: https://supersimple.com/memberships/super-simple-premium/ 24

Wally Wants to Cuddle

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Wally Wants to Cuddle helps children cope with worry or anxiety of separation from their loved ones when firstgoing to daycare, school, a play date, or when a parent has to leave for work. Ages: 1-6 $12.95 paperback Available online and at Amazon and IngramSpark (for libraries and schools)

tinyB Monster Chocolate Pops Families looking for a fun Halloween activity have a unique new option: tinyB Monster Chocolate Pops, an at-home chocolate-popsicle making experience. This easy-to-use kit helps kids of all ages make monster, ghost, or mummy popsicles with creamy brigadeiro (Brazilian chocolate truffle) filling. The limited edition kit contains everything needed to temper and mold chocolate popsicle shells, fill them with brigadeiro and cover them with colorful toppings, making it simple to make chocolate Halloween ghouls and let children, family, friends and co-workers express their creativity. Perfect for ALL AGES 6 - 106 $59.00 Kits will be available exclusively online at: https://shop.tinybchocolate.com/collections/best-chocolate-making-kits

New Products

Toothpick Cable and Ripple (GUND) Toothpick is a

texture. Ages: 1 Plus $20.00 each

lovable 15” bear. His slender body and playfully floppy limbs make him perfect to take wherever you go! Choose from a creamcolored Cable knit design, or a blue ocean-inspired Ripple

Available on line

Soggy Doggy (Spin Master Games)

A TOTY Award winner with over 2 MILLION games sold, Soggy Doggy is the ultimate interactive game for the kiddos! The showering, shaking, doggy bathing game will have the whole family laughing and constantly reaching for this during game night. Players roll the die and move their playing pieces around the game board, taking turns washing Soggy Doggy. But watch out! You never know when he’ll shake to dry off and get you wet. Get soaked and you’re sent back to start! The action-packed, suspense-filled game will have everyone on their toes. How to win: First one around the board and back to the doggy basket wins! Ages: 4+; Players: 2-4; Requires 3 x AA batteries (not included) $24.99 Available at Amazon, Target, Walmart

Nick Jonas’ LINKEE (Big Potato Games)

Nick Jonas’ LINKEE (hands down his favorite game!) is the quick and easy, yell-out-the-link trivia game anyone can play. Nick played this game on holiday and teamed up with Big Potato Games to bring this quick-witted British export to the U.S.A. Split into teams and work together to decipher the link between four quiz questions! The Question Master (QM) reads each question aloud while you secretly write down the answers. Be the first team to figure out the link or “LINKEE” between them and shout “LINKEE!” to make your guess. So, if the answers are “cheese” “waffle” “curly” and “French” the LINKEE is . . .“Fries!” Need a hint? The QM will read a clue, in this case, “potato sticks.” Get the LINKEE right and win that card! Each card has a letter on the back to help you spell L-I-N-K-E-E. Shout the wrong answer, and your team is out until the next round. How to Win: Be the first to spell out LINKEE! Ages: 12+; Players: 2+ $20.00 Available at Target, Walmart and Amazon 26

New Products

BRIO Disney Princess Castle Set All aboard! Join Cinderella, Belle and Sleeping Beauty on this Disney Princess-themed set, complete with castle, train and tracks. Ages: 3 & Up $129.99 Available online and at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Brio-63331200-Disney-Princess-Castle/ dp/B08XB5D55W/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2O65C6K81W81N&keywords=BRIO+Disney+Princess+Castle+ Set&qid=1666643944&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjAwIiwicXNhIjoiMC4wMCIsInFzcCI6IjAuMDAifQ%3D%3 D&sprefix=brio+disney+princess+castle+set%2Caps%2C384&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos. f5122f16-c3e8-4386-bf32-63e904010ad0

New Products Space Jam: Final Dunk 1000 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle (by Ravensburger)

Team up with the Looney Tunes squad with these Space Jam puzzles, including an original scene from the 1996 film and scenes from Space Jam: A New Legacy, available for both adults & kids. Ages: 5-14 Plus $29.99 Available online and Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Ravensburger-Space-Jam-Softclick-Technology/dp/B09QSP3KGL/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1TIJ7T9XV61LI&keywords=space+jam+puzzles&qid=1659539 584&s=toys-and-games&sprefix=space+jam+puzzles%2Ctoys-and-games%2C106&sr=1-1

Star Wars The Mandalorian: in Search of The Child 500 Piece Jigsaw Puzzle (by Ravensburger)

Ravensburger shares Star Wars™ puzzles with the US for the first time, including new imagesfrom the original Star Wars and The Mandalorian. Ages: 5-14 Plus $13.00 - $27.99 Available at Amazon and online 28

New Products

Minecraft: Cutaway 300 Piece XXL Jigsaw Puzzle (by Ravensburger)

Explore the geometric worlds of Minecraft with their first-ever puzzles, available for both adults & kids. Ages: 9 & Up $18.99 Available online

Eames Puzzles (by Ravensburger)

World-renowned industrial designers Charles and Ray Eames’ inspiring work is showcased through this new line of 1000-pc. and 1500-pc. puzzles Ages: 14 & Up $29.99 Available online

New Products

Geologic Logic Puzzle (by ThinkFun) Create endless planet combinations by combining the planet Core and 14 different biome tiles to solve 60 increasingly difficult puzzles. Ages: 8 & Up $22.99 Available online

Dragon Falls 3D Logic Puzzle (by ThinkFun)

Solve 60 difficult challenges by creating various 3-D scenes of mythical intertwining Water Dragons playing in a waterfall. Ages: 8 & Up $21.99 Available online

New Products

The Wizard of Oz Adventure Book Game (by Ravensburger)

Journey from Kansas to Oz and back again by completing challenges and turning the pages of this beautifully illustrated board game “book.” Ages: 10 & Up $29.99 Available at Target: https://www.target.com/p/the-wizard-of-oz-adventure-family-board-game/-/A83549505#lnk=sametab

Lunar Outpost (by Ravensburger)

Work together to mine lunar elements and build a circular base on the moon in this PBS NOVA-inspired board game that uses Alexa as Mission Control. Developed with input from NASA astronaut Dan Tani! Ages: 10 & Up $34.99 Available at Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/ Ravensburger-Lunar-Outpost-Board-Game/dp/B09ZJZWWF6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XFKSQ9AUC3IS&ke ywords=Lunar+Outpost&qid=1666468651&qu=eyJxc2MiOiIwLjgxIiwicXNhIjoiMC44MCIsInFzcCI6IjA uOTIifQ%3D%3D&sprefix=lunar+outpost%2Caps%2C380&sr=8-1

New Products GraviTrax POWER Starter Set (by Ravensburger)

Create dynamic and interactive marble runs with the 123-pc. GraviTrax POWER Starter Set, the first-ever electrical addition to the popular line. Ages: 8 - 99 $129.99 Available at Target: https://www.target.com/p/ravensburger-gravitrax-power-starter-set-launchmarble-run-38-construction-toy/-/A-85284123#lnk=sametab

BRIO My First Railway Light Up Rainbow Set (by BRIO)

Introduce toddlers to colors and sounds with thisRainbow-themed train set that lights up when the train passes through. Ages: 18months+ $74.99 Available at Amazon 32

Create A Castle Starter Kit

Our split mold sand castle system will allow you to build beautiful sand or snow structures in a short amount of time. Just buckle it, fill it and Create A Castle. Bring your castle making to the next level with our starter kit! Don’t be deceived by the name, our starter kit can build amazing works of art extremely fast! Learn from our video tutorials on how to do several tips and tricks with your system unlike ever before! Our starter kit includes the following items: • 1 Create A Castle 6 inch split system cylinder. • 1 Ridged battlement brick form – for perfect placement on your cylinder forms adding 1.25 inches to the 6 inch tower height. • 1 Multi purpose tool – great for quick cleanup of residual sand as well as assisting in breaking the seal of split system cylinder. • 1 Mesh backpack – for easy and convenient packing and transportation anywhere you go! Just add moistened sand as you go and start creating! Keep the kids (and parents) entertained on the beach with this hassle free sand molding system for hours of fun! Ages 6+ $19.99 Website: https://createacastle.com/ Available online at https://createacastle.com/

Dirty Rotten Scalpers Card Game Simple strategy and pure luck cleverly combine to deliver high-speed hilarity and family-friendly fun in America’s favorite new card game! Will YOU be the dirty rotten scalper with the fattest stack of cash? Your Family’s Front Row Ticket to Backstreet Bargains, Bribes & Busts! Ages 10 - Adult $19.99 Website: http://bearmountaingames.com Available online

Loop Lab STEM Box

Loop Lab is a series of science subscription boxes for kids 8+, that are engaging, entertaining and educational. We offer family fun, educational entertainment and interactive collaboration delivered right to your door every month! Ages 8 - 12 $32.99 Website: shop.madscience.com Available online

National Geographic Mega Magic Science Kit

The National Geographic Mega Science Series Science Magic Kit gives your child the chance to be a scientist and magician all at once! This is a massive science magic kit, and it has everything you need to conduct 20 experiments that also double as magic tricks. Plus, there are enough materials for you to practice your experiments once or twice before you put on an amazing magic show for your family and friends. And yes, magic wand and white gloves are included! What are some of the incredible things you’ll do? How about bending metal with water, making a test tube disappear, changing the color of water, creating a square bubble, and cleaning up an oil spill? And that’s not all! Our full-color experiment guide features illustrated, kid-friendly instructions, along with insight into the science at work in all of the experiments. Your kids will learn so much about chemistry and physics they’ll practically be experts! And the fun doesn’t stop there. We also include a bonus experiment guide with 30 easy-toperform science experiments using common household items. This is a phenomenal gift for kids that love science and magic because it’s the best of both worlds! Ages 8+ $29.99

Website: https://thinkbluemarble.com/ Available online at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0876F6STP?ref=myi_title_dp&th=1 and https://thinkbluemarble.com/brand/national-geographic/?pag=2&category=12 36

Original Buddah Board

Master the art of letting go . . . Buddha Board is inspired by the Zen idea of living in the moment. You simply paint on the surface with water and your creation will come to life in bold design. Then, as the water slowly evaporates, your art will magically disappear leaving you with a clean slate and a clear mind, ready to create a whole new masterpiece. Ages 5 - 105 $34.99

Website: http://www.buddhaboard.com Available online and at Amazon.com

Pawley The Be Kind Bear Children can step into Pawley’s world by reading “Pawley’s Greatest Gift” and continue their adventure online with activities, puzzles and more. Pawley comes with two Treasure Bags: one for him and one for his new best friend so together they can explore and learn which gifts fit in a bag and which ones fit in their hearts. Pawley will expand imagination, promote real play, and assist in the development of essential life skills by encouraging children to look beyond the material aspect and find the importance of friendship. Ages 3+ $39.99

Website: http://www.plushible.com Available online and at www.amazon.com, plushible.com and macys.com

Shore Buddies

Shore Buddies is a line of adorable, stuffed animals made from 100% recycled plastic bottles. The bottles are collected and sorted by recyclable collectors. At our factory those bottles get cleaned and shredded into plastic flakes. Some of these flakes are used for the Shore Buddies’ stuffing, others get melted and turned into polyester yarn for the soft outside. It takes six plastic bottles to make one 12” Shore Buddy and the line features a fun array of huggable characters including Sammy the Seal, Stephen Seagull, Shelly the Sea Turtle, Finn the Dolphin and Emma the Whale. They even make authentic animal sounds when pressed! Ages 0+ $19.95

Website: https://shore-buddies.com/

Available online and at www.amazon.com and Shore-buddies.com

Squishy Water Beads Science Lab

Learn about the characteristics of gases, liquids, and solids while creating a squishy stress ball, a scented mini mood lamp, and a calming mood tube. The 36-page, illustrated storybook and activity guide includes 10 STEM-based activities that focus on properties of matter and sensory play. • Learn about the states of matter through fun crafty experiments and squishy, sensory play! • 10 fun-filled activities are included to deepen awareness of science and chemistry concepts • Kids will enjoy the fascinating, calming properties of squishy substances • Materials included to build 3 sensory crafts – a mood lamp, stress balls and a calming mood tube Ages 5+ $34.99

Website: https://www.hand2mind.com Available online and at www.amazon.com 38

Tonies Toniebox

The tonies starter kit retails for $99.99 and includes a toniebox in one of 6 popular colors and a Creative Tonie. Each additional tonie is available from Launching September 2020, tonies is the original, award-winning screen-less audio entertainment system full of stories, songs and more for children ages 3-5. Developed by two Dads who were solving a few everyday problems…too much screen time, and no parent-free story time options. tonies launched in Europe in 2016 and is now the #3 most popular toy. The soft enough to cuddle Toniebox is a soft, shockproof, five-inch cube made of durable fabric WITHOUT screens, sharp corners or edges, complicated controls, buttons, discs or cables, making it super simple, safe and fun to use for kids. It comes to life when paired with the whimsical collection of Tonies: hand-painted characters with hours of stories to tell, worlds to explore, and songs to sing. When launched in the U.S., tonies will offer 17 unique characters, including Disney favorites such as The Lion King, Cinderella, Cars and The Little Mermaid. The best part? The brand offers Creative Tonies so you can even create and personalize recordings of your own songs, stories and greetings up to 90 mins (record content using a free smartphone app). Ages: 3-5

$11.99-$14.99

Website: https://tonies.com Year: 2020

Available online and at tonies.com, Amazon, Barnes & Noble (online), Target.com, Select Toy Stores

Manimo Weighted Companions

Manimo weighted animals act as comforting companions for children and valuable partners for parents. They help children remain attentive in class, focus during homework, alleviate excess energy or provide the necessary calmness for bedtime. They can also keep a child company during rest or nap times, develop their imagination, or simply be there to hug! The weighted turtle is a sensory tool used to calm and comfort, helps diminish anxiety and agitation, while improving levels of concentration and attention. The body and shell (1 kg each) can be placed on different areas of the body, for an allaround comforting experience. Both parts can also be shared between 2 users, to promote sharing and empathy. Made from sparkly Lycra®, it adds an interesting visual stimulation. Weighs 2 kg. Ages 3+ Lizard $42.95, Turtle $52.95 Website: https://manimo.ca/en/ Available online

HUE Animation Studio

HUE Animation Studio is a starter kit for budding movie makers aged 7-13. It includes HUE Animation, easy-to-use stop-motion software, HUE HD USB camera (with built-in microphone) and a 60 page book full of tips and ideas. This fantastic value, highly creative and educational toy will bring hours of pleasure to young film directors who with the click of a button can animate anything from a favourite toy, LEGO figures, clay creations or 2D drawings. HUE Animation Studio has been designed by teachers for children aged 7-13. The kit includes everything that you need to create your own stop motion animation and time-lapse videos: • The HUE HD camera, a flexible plug and play USB camera with built-in microphone. • A single user license of the fully-featured HUE Animation software for Windows and macOS with its intuitive and easy to use customer interface. • The HUE Book of Animation with step-by-step instructions for creating 20 hilarious stop motion videos and ideas for even more. • Online resources such as sound effects and backdrops. Making movies is a creative, educational and fun-filled activity that everyone can participate in, whether it is for use at home or for school projects. Simply plug the camera into your laptop, install the software and you’re ready to go. Simple icons and navigation make it easy for kids to film scenes and edit videos. They can slow down or speed up delivery of frames, duplicate frames to lengthen scenes and add music or audio recordings to their video. By having children construct, explain and create videos, they become authors and producers of their own knowledge and they develop communication, organizational and team-work skills through play. Stop motion animation is a gender-neutral activity equally enjoyed by both boys and girls and it’s great for spending time together and developing different skills without even realizing it. Even the youngest of animators can have fun making and moving their characters. Older children will enjoy imagining the storyline, writing the script and recording the voice-overs, whilst the ‘professionals’ can excel at deciding on camera angles, positioning the characters and creating or importing sound effects. Any actors in the group will love getting into character for the voiceovers and everyone can enjoy watching the finished film again and again. Kids catch on very quickly and can become competent animators in no time at all. They’ll soon be producing their own films and moving onto the more advanced features of the software such as using chroma key, adding credits and changing backgrounds. As with any skill, practice makes perfect and each new production will improve on the last. Customer testimonials: https://huehd.com/customer-testimonials/ Video of Amanda Gummer from Fundamentally Children introducing HUE Animation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bN828c5lqaQ Video from InspirEd workshops on using HUE Animation in a classroom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UeqGJneHSng For more information please visit the product page: https://huehd.com/products/hue-animation-studio/ HUE – Colorful, affordable technology to inspire creative teaching and learning www.huehd.com Instagram : @hue_hd • Twitter : @HUEHD • Facebook : @HUEHDProducts Ages 7 - 13 $69.95 Website: http://www.huehd.com Year: 2020 Available online and at www.huehd.com/shop and www.amazon.com 43

HUE HD Pro Document Camera The HUE HD Pro is a USB document camera for Windows, macOS and Chromebooks. HUE prides itself on offering colorful and affordable technology and this easy-to-use camera delivers an HD quality image for only $79.95.

Teachers worldwide love it for its simplicity and straightforward classroom use and it is gaining in popularity for office and home use. The camera’s solid and robust design gives it longevity whilst being lightweight and portable. It is a plug and play device that can be connected to a computer and used immediately with any application that recognises a USB camera. The HUE HD Pro comes with its own camera management software called HUE Intuition which can be installed on Windows and macOS and enables customers to record sound and video, take snapshots, flip, rotate and annotate images or to show camera feed on full screen. The camera can also be used with free software such as Quicktime on macOS or the Camera app for Chromebook and Windows 10 users as well as with online platforms such as Bitpaper or Loom. The camera has a myriad of uses thanks to its flexible neck, manual focus and built-in LED lights and microphone. We have customers in different industries using their HUE HD Pro camera on a daily basis for work from home, online tutoring, teletherapy, homeschooling, or in a classroom gaining increased engagement from students. 1. Sharing work and live-streaming: The flexibility of the neck of the camera and wide-angle lens makes the HUE HD Pro much easier to use than a built-in camera for sharing documents, reading books or working with physical objects. One of the most common uses is to show live documents or an example of work for discussion with the entire group to share input and ideas. 2. Recording videos and presentations: The HUE HD Pro has a built-in microphone and LED lights too. The camera is perfect for recording videos, whether these are tutorials or live demonstrations, they can be recorded for viewing at a later time, shared and used for revision. 3. Video conferencing: HUE cameras have been used successfully with popular video conferencing software including Zoom, Microsoft Teams and Google Meet and free downloadable guides on how to use them with HUE are available on our website. The HUE HD Pro camera is available in 4 colours (blue, red, green and black). The small and solid base will not take up space on the desk and the camera can also be used without the base and cable keeping your desk space clutter free. 4. Magnifying text and objects: The camera’s adjustable neck and manual focus can be used as a basic microscope to enlarge by 10x small objects or text, a useful feature for children with visual impairment or for scientific purposes. Presentation video of the HUE HD Pro camera: https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=1u3GNfH3GwM&feature=emb_title Video from Kildwick school describing the uses of the HUE HD Pro camera in a classroom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsWHkYGI_qQ&t=1s Customer testimonials available at: https://huehd.com/customer-testimonials/ Case studies can be found at: https://huehd.com/tag/guest-post/ For more information please visit the product page: huehd.com/pro. The HUE HD Pro manual can be downloaded from here: https://files.huehd.com/downloads/HUEProManual.pdf HUE – Colourful, affordable technology to inspire creative teaching and learning www.huehd.com nstagram : @hue_hd • Twitter : @HUEHD • Facebook : @HUEHDProducts Ages 7 - 99 $79.95 Website: http://www.huehd.com Year: 2020 Available online and at www.huehd.com/shop and www.amazon.com 44

Toy Storage Hammock

Premium Net for Stuffed Plush Animals. Decorative Corner Organizer for Kids Room & Playroom Organization. Tidy is the new stylish. The Toy Storage Hammock is a great gift idea for kid’s birthdays and baby showers! The top rated organizer for stuffed animals, pet plush toys, dolls, balls, blankes and light sport equipment. The hammock is a fun way to display collectibles that teaches kids orgnaization skills and responsibility necessary for lifelong success and productivity. All Ages USD $14.98 to $16.98 Website: https://miniowls.com/

Toy Storage Bag

Storage Chain

• A clutter-free solution that teaches kids organization skills and responsibility in a few easy steps • This nicely polished white chain fits every decor as well as creates extra storage space in any home, store, and office • Includes 20 clips for vertical or horizontal hanging • Also works for hats, dress up clothes and more! $15.98

Available on Amazon and https://miniowls.com

Petite Keep Classic Trunk

Store and display special mementos in beautifully hand crafted custom keepsake trunks by Petite Keep. They make the perfect gift for a new baby, your children’s treasures, milestone birthdays and other major life events, such as college graduation. Each is customizable with a choice of box color, embroidered initials, name or monogram in a choice of fonts, as well as a choice of interior lining options. Petite Petite Keep trunks hold tight sweet memories for decades to come. Ages: N/A

$199 and Up

Available online and at: Petitekeep.com and shop https://www.petitekeep.com/ collections/classic-collection

Feltman Brothers Ribbed Knit Wrap Set

Meet the most darling outfit for your little one this winter! This adorable 2-piece outfit features a trendy ribbed look parents are going crazy for. This sweet set will keep your little one warm and cozy on cold days. Available in powder blue, blush and ivory. Made of 100% comfy cotton. Ages: NB-4T $59.50

Available online and at: FeltmanBrothers.com and shop https://feltmanbrothers.com/ ribbed-knit-wrap-set/

Isabelle Grace Color Pop Letter Bead Bracelet

Fun, bold and bright!! This is the upped version of the name bead bracelet game. The new Color Pop Letter Bead Bracelets feature super fun and colorful enamel letter beads. Perfect for stacking with a couple of your favorite sayings/ names or wear them mixed in with your current bracelet stack. There’s no age limit for these super fun bracelets! Ages: 5 and Up $34.00

Available online

New eco-friendly Doll Line, B-Kind

The B-Kind dolls — Brianna, Koral, Ivy, Nora, Daisy — promote positive messages of kindness and creativity and are eco-friendly from the recycled materials they’re made with, to the eco-fashions they wear, to the reusable packaging they come in, down to the ink used being made from soybeans. Each doll has their own passion along with a unique DIY activity for kids to create, including bff bracelets, reusable tote bags, colorful hair extensions, and more! Ages: 6 & Up $29.97 The B-Kind dolls are available on Walmart.com as well as in stores at Walmart.

Blockaroo Magnetic Foam Building Blocks

Blockaroo magnetic foam builders make it possible for young learners to build and create like never before! The large, soft foam blocks are ideal for toddlers and preschool age kids. They are developed by teachers and safety tested to exceed the highest international toy standards. One of the things that makes Blockaroo builders truly special is the innovative magnetic system, which allows the blocks to connect like magic, every time. Blocks never repel each other, creating endless possibilities for play. The non-toxic magnetic blocks also rotate 360-degrees when connected and click when they turn, providing even more opportunities for interactive and creative fun! They are also a phenomenal STEM toy, teaching important early STEM skills such as counting, sorting, and stacking for toddlers while stimulating tactile and sensory development. When children are a little older, they promote engineering and creative thinking skills. Blockaroo builders also encourage socialization and teamwork. Blockaroo blocks are safe to play with in the bath too! The foam bricks float and even stick to most bathtubs due to the metal liner common inside most tubs. They keep kids learning and having fun in the bath which transforms bath time into an experience parents and kids look forward to! Blockaroo blocks are also easy to clean. Whenever they need to be cleaned or sterilized, just pop them in the top rack of the dishwasher and they’re as good as new! Keywords: Building blocks, magnetic building blocks, foam blocks, foam building blocks, STEM toy, toy for toddlers Ages 18 mo. & Up $19.99 - $129.99

Website: https://www.blockarootoys.com/ Available online and at https://www.amazon.com/Blockaroo-Magnetic-Foam-BuildingBlocks/dp/B084JCLB7G/

“Becoming Jesse — Celebrating the Everyday Magic of Childhood” — A Family Classic Novel

In 1843 Charles Dickens read a parliamentary report on the hideous working conditions for children. He intended to write a scathing response, but he had a better idea: to write a story – A Christmas Carol – that would change society for the better. It’s time. For a new story. A story to change our upside-down society for the better. A story to beguile parents and children to put down their cell phones, turn off their screens and open a book. Together. Families are yearning for their Light . . . for a beautiful, positive story that unfurls giggle-snickens of laughter, generates dialogue for a better world, models love-adore lessons of the heart, teaches life skills, and brings b’jeekers of joy and surprise to children and families. A story that begs to be read to the last page – the last word. Jesse O’Neil is an orphan boy of comic charm and soul-igniting wonder. He is raised in 1950s New York City, by his entertaining young uncle, Conor, who is studying to be an actor, and his love-adore grandmother, Dearie, who owns her own theater. Therein, a rollicking production of A Christmas Carol takes root, with powerful Light lessons of courage, grace and laughter, of joyfulness, good cheer and appreciation for those you love most. Amid all this, at age six, Jesse discovers that he has a ’disappeared’ grandmother, and he springs into his very own quest to find her. But first, he must puzzle out the web of riddles his mysterious mother has left behind. And brillish Jesse eats puzzles for breakfast! Jesse’s world reaches across generations and cultures, swirling with music, classic literature, gypsy storytelling and most exceptionally, theater. As the ‘Spirit of Christmas Past’, Jesse shines his magic – his Light – touching all those around him, most especially, himself. We all want our magic back. We want to share it with our children and grandchildren. Here it is. Waiting for you in a new timeless Christmas story, proving over and over that Christmas is actually not a time, nor a season, but a state of mind that can celebrate our everyday magic all year long. Becoming Jesse is the star atop the tree, igniting the gentle, unlimited power of families reading aloud together. (The novel includes a Dictionary of Jesse’s playful, made-up words.) All Ages $13.50

Website: https://psmccandless.com/ Available online and at Amazon.com (ASIN:B07GW4SJCP), Barnes & Noble – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/becoming-jesse patsiemccandless/ 1129809262?ean=9781732506602 Books-a-Million – https://www.booksamillion.com/search?-id=7425605007936&query= Becoming+Jesse:+Celebrating+the+Everyday+Magic+of+Childhood&filter= Indie Bound – https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781732506602

Charms for Change

Kindness matters and small acts will make a big difference. We understand that we all need to give more kindness, which is why we’ve started Charms for Change, a monthly charm bracelet subscription that will inspire children to put kindness first, to treat others with respect, and to be the light the world needs.When a child is signed up for Charms For Change, they receive a charm bracelet that represents their pledge to always be kind. Each month, they’ll receive a new charm that signifies a Kindness Challenge, something that will encourage kids to make an impact on those around them. A Charms for Change subscription also comes with a Kindness Keepsake journal and pen so kids can document their kind acts, reflect on how they make them feel, and set goals for themselves. Ages: Children Website: https://www.sharewoodfriends.com Year: 2020 Available online at https://www.sharewoodfriends.com/pages/charmsforchange

Club Emmie Subscription

A subscription for a girl, her doll, and their imaginations At Club Eimmie, we create the toys, she creates the adventure. Each month, Club Eimmie members receive a Playtime Pack filled with outfits, accessories, and playsets for their 18-inch dolls. For a limited time only, you can subscribe to Club Eimmie and get your first Playtime Pack for just $19.99! Your Playtime Pack Includes: • 1 Adorable Doll Outfit w/ Shoes and Accessories • 1 Cozy PJ Set w/ Slippers and Sleeping Mask • A $10 gift card for Eimmie.com • 1 Club Eimmie Adventure Journal to Document All Your Fun • 1 Coupon for a FREE Doll Hairbrush • Access to Exclusive Stories, Activites and Play Prompts & More (future playtime packs are billed at $19.99 per month- cancel at any time) Ages: Doll Lovers $19.99

Website: https://eimmie.com/pages/what-is-club-eimmie-subscription Year: 2020

Available online at https://eimmie.com/pages/what-is-club-eimmie-subscription 53

My First Garden

This complete seed grow kit is fun for kids to start their first garden. All seeds are organic nonGMO and guaranteed to grow. It’s simple really. We believe that gardening should be a fun, stress-free & rewarding activity enjoyed by everyone. Our grow kits are easy-to-use, and they include everything you need to grow fresh flowers, herbs and vegetables. We’re committed to providing you with the best quality products available. Our seeds are 100% natural and non-GMO. Our growing medium pellets are composed of dehydrated coconut husks; they are safe and non-toxic. There’s nothing quite like growing your own food and feeling confident that it’s non-GMO and pesticide free. We stand by our products with our Guaranteed to Grow promise. Ages: 4+ $9.99

Website: http://www.buzzyseeds.com Available online and at www.buzzyseeds.com and in retailers throughout the USA.

Pawley The Be Kind Bear

Children can step into Pawley’s world by reading “Pawley’s Greatest Gift” and continue their adventure online with activities, puzzles and more. Pawley comes with two Treasure Bags: one for him and one for his new best friend so together they can explore and learn which gifts fit in a bag and which ones fit in their hearts. Pawley will expand imagination, promote real play, and assist in thedevelopment of essential life skills by encouraging children to look beyond the material aspect and find the importance of friendship. Ages 3+ $39.99

Website: http://www.plushible.com 54

Available online and at www.amazon.com, plushible.com and macys.com

Shore Buddies

Website: https://shore-buddies.com/ Available online and at www.amazon.com and Shore-buddies.com

Pocket Pals

Designed to reassure and empower a shy or anxious child, Pocket Pals can be tucked into your child’s pocket, backpack, or lunch box. With custom designed fabric patterns, a variety of textures for sensory seekers and a perfectly placed pocket for a reassuring note or memento from a caregiver, Pocket Pals can help soothe an anxious child throughout the day. Ages 4 - 18 $9.99

Website: http://yourpocketpals.com/ Available online at http://yourpocketpals.com/ 55

Poppy the Kindness Unicorn

Children can step into Poppy’s magical world by reading “Poppy’s Greatest Gift” and continue their adventure online with activities, puzzles and more. Poppy comes with two Treasure Bags: one for her and one for her new best friend so together they can explore and learn which gifts fit in a bag and which ones fit in their hearts. Poppy will expand imagination, promote real play, and assist in the development of essential life skills by encouraging children to look beyond the material aspect and find the importance of friendship. $39.99

Website: http://plushible.com Available online and at http://plushible.com and Amazon.com

Slider Disc

Slider Disc is the first transforming flying disc that fits in your pocket !. Catch, reset and through it back before it transforms or you are gonna loose! The built in timer converts your flying disc into a time game experience for endless fun at the beach, park or backyard. 3 PLAY MODES: Compact Mode: Pocket size, ready any time and easy to carry. Free Flight Mode: Lock it and use it as a regular flying disc any time. Game Mode: Set the timer and when the time runs out the blades slide back and Game Over! Age: 5+ $14.95 Website: http://www.eolo.com Available online and at http://www.eolo.com 56

Sharewood Forest Friends

Sharewood Forest Friends come dressed in their one of a kind adventure outfit and includes a pair of comfy pajamas with a sleeping mask. Join your new best friend on her adventures by unfolding the attached packaging to reveal a Sharewood Forest playscape. Collect all five to create the entire landscape of Sharewood Forest and share their clothes! Forest Friends love to share and can share outfits and accessories with any 18” doll or other Sharewood Forest Friend. The possibilities are endless! $39.99

Website: https://www.sharewoodfriends.com Available online at https://www.sharewoodfriends.com

ReCycleMe Playworld Pizzeria ReCycleMe kits teach kids how to repurpose everyday household recyclables into fun playtime crafts. Re,Cycle,Me Playworlds are a great way to inspire creativity and imagination. Instructions include easy to follow imagery. Each box includes all the additional items needed to create a Playworld using leftover plastic bottles, milk cartons, egg cartons, cardboard boxes, toilet paper and paper towel rolls. Turn those boring bottles and paper rolls into bright and colorful utensils, pizza toppings, and more! We believe in the importance of up-cycling and conserving. Never look at your throwaway items the same way again. Age: 4+ $24.99 Available online and retailed throughout U.S.A. 57

Tonies Toniebox

The tonies starter kit retails for $99.99 and includes a toniebox in one of 6 popular colors and a Creative Tonie. Each additional tonie is available from Launching September 2020, tonies is the original, award-winning screen-less audio entertainment system full of stories, songs and more for children ages 3-5. Developed by two Dads who were solving a few everyday problems . . . too much screen time, and no parent-free story time options. tonies launched in Europe in 2016 and is now the #3 most popular toy. The soft enough to cuddle Toniebox is a soft, shockproof, five-inch cube made of durable fabric WITHOUT screens, sharp corners or edges, complicated controls, buttons, discs or cables, making it super simple, safe and fun to use for kids. It comes to life when paired with the whimsical collection of Tonies: hand-painted characters with hours of stories to tell, worlds to explore, and songs to sing. When launched in the U.S., tonies will offer 17 unique characters, including Disney favorites such as The Lion King, Cinderella, Cars and The Little Mermaid. The best part? The brand offers Creative Tonies so you can even create and personalize recordings of your own songs, stories and greetings up to 90 mins (record content using a free smartphone app).) Ages: 3-5

$11.99-$14.99

Website: https://tonies.com Year: 2020 Available online and at tonies.com, Amazon, Barnes & Noble (online), Target.com, Select Toy Stores

AirCandy Inflatable Chairs

Having a personal study/chill spot is important for kids. Comfortable, stylish, portable . . . what’s not to love. For more information go to https://www.poolcandy.net/collections/aircandy

Lurera Anti Anxiety Pillow

Going back to school can be an emotional rollercoaster. The Lurera is a beautiful, luxuriously soft pillow with a heating pad and a heartbeat. Lurera mimics the tactile touch of a pet or another human being. We know that tactile touch leads to a significantly lower level of anxiety, and that is why Lurera was born, to provide these mental health benefits for people who can’t get a pet or lack human touch. Available online 60

Sleepenvie Noa Topper

Noa will bring that fresh scent to your bed helping you to relax, with its green tea-infused memory foam. Noa is 3 inches of softness, comfort, and cleaner sleep, as it can neutralize odors (aka great for stinky teens!). Available online

Go Getter Girl

Go Getter Girl specializes in products that allow you to work on yourself daily. With daily, weekly and monthly pages, along with vision boards and areas for personal development, Go Getter Girl’s only wish is that you make the commitment to yourself to align your thoughts, tasks, goals and dreams and do so in an incredibly cute and stylish fashion. Unique to the planner market, Go Getter Girl signature planners actually are not yearly planners but instead built for 6 months of amazing and fulfilling planning. Why, you ask? Since they include SO much value and all of the bells and whistles, they want to keep the size and thickness approachable, and also know the ladies love to change up their style after a few months! Featuring the highest quality paper (125 gsm bleed-resistant to be exact), wire bindings, and custom colored buttery covers and finishes. For more information go to https://gogettergirlco.com/ 61

Eczema Honey Gentle Face & Body Lotion Stick

Dealing with eczema anywhere, let alone in school, is tough! This stick is portable, mess-free, and easy-to-apply for long lasting hydration without the drying effect of lotions that contain water. Use it on your face and body and even those rougher spots (like the heels of your feet or your elbows). The unique Dermatologist Tested formulation of mango butter, coconut oil, and vitamin E help the lotion stick to glide easily and leave behind a calming and mild scent. Toss it in your backpack and head off to schools. For more information go to https://eczemahoneyco.com/products/eczema-honey-gentle-faceand-body-lotion-stick/

Juanita and For You Children’s Books

Award Winning children’s book publisher, Cuento de Luz has announced plans for two new titles, Juanita and For You — the first title being in celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. The two new works are released in both English and Spanish — a specialty of the picture book publisher that is known for its common themes of imagination, love, and family in addition to inspiring young kids with its vibrant illustrations and creative storytelling. Following Cuento de Luz’s commitment to sustainability and social commitment, both books are printed on Cuento de Luz’s signature stone paper.

Juanita

A Magical Tale of Wishing on a Star Juanita is an enchanting tale of a 7-year-old Guatemalan girl, who finds magic and comfort within the stars. Inspired by a true story, author Lola Walder takes readers on a journey through the protagonist’s imagination — along with traditions, cultures and people of the beautiful country of Guatemala. Available at: https://www.indiebound.org/ book/9788418302053 https://www.amazon.com/dp/8418302054/ https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Cuen to+de+Luz%22?Ntk=Publisher&Ns=P_Sales_ Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall

For You

A Poetic Tribute to Loving Parents For You is a poetic tribute to parents that follows the journey of one family through the ups and downs of life. While many children’s books focus on appreciation for parents toward their kids, the author, Paula Merlán takes a different approach, and highlights the children’s gratefulness toward their loving parents. Available at: https://www.barnesandnoble.com/s/%22Cuen to+de+Luz%22?Ntk=Publisher&Ns=P_Sales_ Rank&Ntx=mode+matchall https://www.indiebound.org/ book/9788418302091 https://www.amazon.com/dp/8418302097/ 64

“Becoming Jesse — Celebrating the Everyday Magic of Childhood” — A Family Classic Novel

In 1843 Charles Dickens read a parliamentary report on the hideous working conditions for children. He intended to write a scathing response, but he had a better idea: to write a story – A Christmas Carol – that would change society for the better. It’s time. For a new story. A story to change our upside-down society for the better. A story to beguile parents and children to put down their cell phones, turn off their screens and open a book. Together. Families are yearning for their Light . . . for a beautiful, positive story that unfurls giggle-snickens of laughter, generates dialogue for a better world, models love-adore lessons of the heart, teaches life skills, and brings b’jeekers of joy and surprise to children and families. A story that begs to be read to the last page – the last word. Jesse O’Neil is an orphan boy of comic charm and soul-igniting wonder. He is raised in 1950s New York City, by his entertaining young uncle, Conor, who is studying to be an actor, and his love-adore grandmother, Dearie, who owns her own theater. Therein, a rollicking production of A Christmas Carol takes root, with powerful Light lessons of courage, grace and laughter, of joyfulness, good cheer and appreciation for those you love most. Amid all this, at age six, Jesse discovers that he has a ’disappeared’ grandmother, and he springs into his very own quest to find her. But first, he must puzzle out the web of riddles his mysterious mother has left behind. And brillish Jesse eats puzzles for breakfast! Jesse’s world reaches across generations and cultures, swirling with music, classic literature, gypsy storytelling and most exceptionally, theater. As the ‘Spirit of Christmas Past,’ Jesse shines his magic – his Light – touching all those around him, most especially, himself. We all want our magic back. We want to share it with our children and grandchildren. Here it is. Waiting for you in a new timeless Christmas story, proving over and over that Christmas is actually not a time, nor a season, but a state of mind that can celebrate our everyday magic all year long. Becoming Jesse is the star atop the tree, igniting the gentle, unlimited power of families reading aloud together. (The novel includes a Dictionary of Jesse’s playful, made-up words.) All Ages

$13.50 Website: https://psmccandless.com/ Available online and at Amazon.com (ASIN:B07GW4SJCP), Barnes & Noble – https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/becoming-jesse patsiemccandless/ 1129809262?ean=9781732506602 Books-a-Million – https://www.booksamillion.com/search?-id=7425605007936&query= Becoming+Jesse:+Celebrating+the+Everyday+Magic+of+Childhood&filter= Indie Bound – https://www.indiebound.org/book/9781732506602 65

KIDS STORYBOOK TORCH

The creative idea of the KIDS STORYBOOK TORCH is to combine the functions of storyprojection, starlight projection, night-light and art influence, so as to meet the various needs of children’s mind and life such as improving their imagination, language expression and the ability of beauty appreciation. In addition, the KIDS STORYBOOK TORCH has user-friendly design, such as adjustable focal length, portable design, two-color light source and 15min intelligent closing, which optimizes user experience. The emergence of this toy promoted the toy industry to explore the possibility of multi-function product. Age: 3+

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Luli Bebe Petit Monaco Diaper Bag!

Designed in Los Angeles, the Petit Monaco Diaper Bag is as functional as it is fashionable. This chic bag is crafted with premium faux vegan leather and features a distinctive quilted texture front pouch with classic gold enameling. Unlike traditional diaper bags that feature bulky silhouettes and unappealing prints and fabrics, the Petit Monaco boasts a smooth design of supreme luxury and cultured finesse. Can be worn in backpack style, cross body or attach to stroller. Available in 5 runway worthy colors: pastel pink, stone grey, caramel brown, ebony black, pearl white and latte. Ages: N/A $129.00 Available online and at: https://lulibebeus.com/pages/luli-bebe?gclid=CjwKCAiA1uKMBhAGEi wAxzvX9_8K8R7p7_VJJfJdW4WpWJRzgflb21cCss2etmcPeVkVGFVxaGegJRoCT1sQAvD_ BwE 69

Feltman Brothers Introduces NEW Baby Pointelle Wrap Set and Knit Blanket The birth of a baby is a milestone event in a family’s life. And, what better gift to celebrate the memorable occasion than the beautiful Pointelle Wrap Set and Knit Blanket from Feltman Brothers. Baby Neutral White Pointelle Wrap Set with Hat A timeless, vintage style knit set for your baby. This white 3-piece set features a classic pointelle design for an heirloom style — great as a take-me-home outfit, gift set, or for special occasions. • Super convenient for quick changes — separate top and pants, and opens down the side. • Footies will keep baby’s tiny toes nice and cozy. • Includes a matching knit bonnet to finish off that adorable, timeless look! • Matching Blanket not included and can be purchased separately. Retails: $89.99

Pointelle Knit Blanket A timeless baby blanket! Great when coupled with the Pointelle Wrap Set as part of a Take Me Home set, or as a baby gift for your loved one. Made of 100% cotton, sure to keep that precious one nice and warm! Retails: $74.99 Feltman Brothers designs traditional, captivating clothing for babies and toddlers from newborn-4T. Feltman Brothers designs are made from super soft cotton with attention paid to every detail from smocking to bullions and embroidery. Dress your little one up in an heirloom quality outfit for special occasions such as weddings, birthdays, family parties, holidays, and more. Choose Feltman Brothers . . . because it’s the little things that make a big difference. Start the Feltman Brothers tradition with your family by visiting http://www.feltmanbrothers.com

Tasty Tie® The First Wearable Baby Teething Tie! A stylish solution that prevents the constant dropping of most teething toys. The tie clips onto any baby outfit providing endless stimulating CRINKLE entertainment! Ages: 3 - 24 months $16.99

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Don’t Let Daylight Savings Time Ruin Your Family’s Sleep!

Allay Lamp’s Band of Green Light Might Be the Difference your Household Needs

For many families, the time change can make for cranky kids who either can’t stay up until bedtime, or are waking too early in the morning. Whether you hate or love daylight savings, don’t let it disrupt your family’s life. With a few small adjustments and the help of the revolutionary Allay Lamp, it will feel like normal in no time. There are many ways to manage the effects of DST, including: • Adjusting a child’s sleep schedule a little bit at a time, in the days leading up to DST. This is effective for babies and small children, to avoid the worst of the effects of a sleep deprived baby. • Adults can struggle with time changes too, as the average person is already sleep deprived. According to a CDC study, a full one third of American adults are routinely not getting enough sleep. • Create a healthy sleep environment — for both adults and children — including utilizing light sources such as the Allay Lamp, to ensure that the brain is stimulated as little as possible from light.

This last point is easily the most important: establishing good bedtime habits and a healthy sleep environment are critical. Considering the importance of sleep in restoring the brain and body, it’s vital that the bedroom be conducive to maximum relaxation. A few ways to create a healthy sleep environment include: • Keep it dark and quiet for sleeping. Black out curtains and no television in the bedroom are a good start! • Minimize distractions by avoiding screens at night, which also inhibit the brain from relaxing thanks to the blue light rays emitted. • Control the light wavelengths that are used in the bedroom when not sleeping, by using an Allay Lamp. In addition, families can enlist the help of the Allay Lamp which helps calm the brain and induce sleep. With the specific and narrow band of green light wavelengths used by the Allay Lamp, the electrical signals sent through the eye to the brain are far smaller and less energizing than standard blue/red light wavelengths. This helps calm the brain so that it is in a better state for rest. This same principle can also help people who suffer from migraines or chronic headaches. The science behind headaches for most people involves sensitivity to light. Standard lighting is often too much for those who are sensitive and they will spend a lot of time in darker spaces, or behind sunglasses. The narrow wavelength of the green light in Allay Lamps allows those who do suffer from light sensitivity to go about their activities with far fewer headaches. DST and the effects on sleep are manageable by creating the right space — including Allay Lamps — for rest and relaxation, allowing the body and brain to rejuvenate and restore itself the way it is meant to. The Allay Lamp might be your family’s best strategy for getting your family’s sleep schedule back on track. Visit them at https://allaylamp.com. Also available on Amazon. 73

Aquasonic Vibe Toothbrush

The Vibe Series is a world class modern electric toothbrush packed with the most up to date technology. It features an ultra-powerful and industry leading motor producing 40,000 vibrations per minute , lithium-ion battery, ultra-fast wireless charging, 4 mode operation, smart vibration timers, 8 DuPont engineered brush heads and bristles, and a custom travel case; all with a sleek ultra-slim, lightweight and IPX7 rated waterproof design. Need to brush between classes? No problem! Available online

Pure Daily Care Pink Himalayan Salt Diffuser

The new 2-in-1 wellness device delivers two natural healing therapies in one simple device. Firstly, a heat-less ultrasonic diffuser atomizes essential oils delivering powerful therapeutic effects. Secondly, a separate chamber includes raw Himalayan salt crystals mined from the mountains of Pakistan to provide natural air ionization and purification making it easier and healthier to breathe. This neat, compact device adds a sense of peaceful ambience to any space. Available https://www.amazon.com/s?k=pink+himalayan+salt+diffuser&gclid=CjwKCAiA1uKMBhAGEiwAxzvX90nKoedJBAb9VTE3MJMRAJWC-Z1gw948sw1-CsNAF-fILIxf6mueiRoC FecQAvD_BwE&hvadid=338624880134&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9031291&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e &hvrand=540448103531965697&hvtargid=kwd-670548883332&hydadcr=21596_10798003&t ag=googhydr-20&ref=pd_sl_30ez2jwdk6_eonline 74

Boost Oxygen THINK TANK

Boost Oxygen

A revolutionary nootropic taken by inhaling 95% pure oxygen infused with organic rosemary aroma. It’s simply a 100% all natural, healthy and safe fuel for your brain. Rosemary aroma can increase short term memory up to 75%, this combined with 95% pure oxygen is for the good of your brain. The brain alone uses approximately 20% of the body’s intake of oxygen. The fastest way to get more oxygen to the brain? You guessed it, inhale supplemental oxygen like THINK TANK! Coffee, energy drinks, Adderall, Ritalin, and traditional supplements are often hard on your body. Skip the caffeine jitters and join the oxygen & rosemary revolution.

Boost Oxygen is 95% pure, Aviator’s Breathing Oxygen, in a portable, easy to use handheld canister. Boost Oxygen helps you stay oxygenated and wards off shortness of breath, headaches, dizziness and nausea. Not only does it improve sleep and lift your mood, it also increases mental alertness and stamina. Boost Oxygen is safe for all ages, and also supports altitude acclimation, migraines and when dealing with poor air quality. Increased oxygen intake has been reported by health professionals as the natural health and wellbeing aid that promotes energy, better mental acuity, increased capacity for exercise (and quicker recovery), as well as boosting the immune system. Boost is a proud sponsor of the Mentoring Veterans Program. $7.99+ Available at: https://www.boostoxygen.com, Amazon + Retailers Nationwide

Moonlight Roller

Need a new after school hobby, or an active way to get across campus? Meet Moonlight Roller. Moonlight Roller is more than a roller skate brand, they are true advocates of this rich and beloved community. The Mirror Ball skates are iconic and an instant classic. Lace-up this grey suede and make it sing! They feature 100% genuine suede upper, tongue stabilizer and 82” laces. Also, an adjustable PU toe stop and custom printed padded lining and cushioned insole. Skaters will love the painted aluminum-alloy eyelets, ABEC-7 bearings and aluminum-alloy plate (plate weight is approximately 1 lb.). Available online 75

Gutter Sense THE SAFER WAY TO CLEAN YOUR RAIN GUTTERS No one loves gutter cleaning. We get it, which is why we make Gutter Sense. It’s a lightweight, easy-to-use tool to clean your gutters from the ground, for a faster, safer way to get the job done. Do You Dread Gutter Cleaning? Most people do. It’s time-consuming and messy — and climbing a ladder to reach second-story gutters is just asking for trouble. There’s a better way: Gutter Sense. This low-cost tool makes cleaning your gutters from the ground easy: • No more ladders • No more mess • No more painful scratches and cuts • Effective on pine needles, leaves, and muck • Fits on an ordinary extension pole • Lightweight with a 14-inch grasp • Cleans under supports • Angled tongs for easy access $28.95 Available online or at https://guttersense.com/product/gutter-sense/ https://www.amazon.com/s?k=gutter+sense+gutter+cleaning+tool&gclid=CjwKCAiA1uKMBhA GEiwAxzvX94tmn1wls1YTrupprd8K2fLvHHm0u-5dkpyctWBNxh6Rgmp0modrKhoCzA4QAvD_ BwE&hvadid=177773698476&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9031291&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=13 186079188384173293&hvtargid=kwd-6983289298&hydadcr=8491_9883463&tag=googhydr20&ref=pd_sl_1zpv0d8wl1_e 76

Miami Jogger Buddha Pants

There are comfortable pants, and then there are pants that feel like a magical breezy soft hug for your legs that you never want to take off...and those would be Buddha Pants! Not only are they the most comfy pantaloons you will ever have the honor of wearing, they are the epitome of portability because get this, they fold themselves into their own pocket! Perfect for those lazy 8am classes. Available online and at https://www.buddhapants.com/collections/miami-pants

Rosie The Riveter Socks

With Rosie by your side, you’ll be feeling strong and confident, ready for anything! These colorful socks feature a classic portrait of Rosie the Riveter, along with her famous saying “We Can Do It”. Rosie was an icon of WWII, and an early emblem of feminism and women’s rights, who continues to inspire to this day. These fun socks make a perfect gift for women and teen girls. They’re a great way to express support for female empowerment wherever you go! Available online and at https://lavley.com 77

Raycop Omni Air UV+ Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner

All the benefits of UV+ in a featherweight stick. Our latest in cordless stick vacuum engineering. This light and compact model is perfect for smaller spaces without sacrificing suction power and UV capabilities. At only 3.7 pounds, the Raycop Omni Air UV+ is easy to use. But with dual-textured brushes, best-in-class suction power, and the disinfecting power of UV light; it’s also a hard-hitting home-cleaning machine. The UV+ Sanitizing Feature of Raycop is specially designed by our engineers for our vacuums. Just a few seconds of exposure to ultraviolet light kills and inactivates viruses. From a practical perspective, it’s a natural, chemical-free way to destroy viruses and bacteria in your home. The Raycop Omni Air UV+ utilizes a dual-textured brush head to make cleaning different flooring types quick and easy. Based on lab studies, the dual-textured brush has proven to be far more effective than single-textured brushes. Deep shag rugs, the crevices in the back seat of your car, the cushions on your favorite chair, the Omni Air UV+ easily flexes to tackle the job. Dust, dander, bacteria and viruses don’t stand a chance against PureAir HEPA filtration. Age: 18+

$249.95 Website: https://raycop.com/product/omni-air-uv/ Available online and at Raycop.com and Amazon.com

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