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Silly Putty

Silly Putty

Who could have predicted it? Silly Putty seems to be making a comeback, especially in the college dorms… Oh, c’mon, of course you remember that plastic egg-shaped container with a strange stretchy bouncy substance inside! It’s in the American National Toy Hall of Fame and everything. But… what’s the attraction? What (G-rated) activities can you [...]

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Toy Box Sushi

Toy Box Sushi

Hip urban toddlers can now play make-believe sushi bar, when the dolly’s tea party scene starts to get old. Make room in the toy box for an updated version of the classic wooden alphabet blocks— sushi blocks, all cunningly packed in a painted bento box just like the real food! Three types of sushi rice [...]

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Diva Dog – Luxury Dog Toys at a Discount

Diva Dog - Luxury Dog Toys at a Discount

My sister-in-law’s Chihuahua, the ultimate Diva Doggie, is most definitely getting one of these Diva Dog toys at the next obligatory gift-giving occasion! Fancy designs combine silky soft plush fabric with hardy rope and the squeakers that dogs love — and shapes to amuse the human owners and friends! Now I just have to decide [...]

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Egyptian Excavation Kit for the Young Archaeologist

Egyptian Excavation Kit for the Young Archaeologist

When I was in about Grade 5, I desperately wanted to be an archaeologist and travel around the world digging up the remains of ancient civilizations. (I blame National Geographic magazine.) Without any natural ability for science and math, however, that dream was soon dashed — but I’ve never gotten over the fascination with puzzles [...]

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Something to Do – Storm Day Fun for Kids

Something to Do - Storm Day Fun for Kids

The “storm days” of my own childhood came to mind, reading what the Frugal Duchess says about Low-Tech/No-Tech Fun for Kids. Oh, those longed-for storm days! When we woke on a winter morning to find a white-out of snow, when school was cancelled and a whole day of liberty stretched ahead — albeit a day, [...]

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