All Entries in the "Baby/Kids" Category
Skylar Double Review
Twin Jogging Stroller 8/10 By Valerie Baldowski For parents of twins the Skylar Double Jogger gives them another choice when they want to take their kids along on a run. The built-in flaw with jogging strollers is that pushing one or two kids in a stroller adds that much more weight for the runner to […]
Graco Ipo Platinum Stroller Review
Single Jogging Stroller 7/10 By Valerie Baldowski Compared to heavier strollers, this stroller holds up to 50 pounds. This 17.5-pound stroller has a one-handed folding feature for parents on the go, and its lightweight design makes it easier to lift and slide into the trunk to travel. It has a three-point or a five point […]
A Child’s Development Level From Ages 5 to 7
Once your child reaches early school age, he or she will have already become fairly self-sufficient and will only become more so. Each day provides new opportunities to learn, explore, and discover more about the world. The educational toys that kids at this developmental stage play with enhance the skills that they’re learning in school. […]
Toys That Help Kids Read
If your children are just learning how to read, then you understand how important it is to encourage them to practice and develop reading skills. It’s helpful to look for ways to incorporate reading lessons into everyday situations—for instance, asking kids to sound out words on billboards as you’re driving. Fortunately, there are many cool […]
LeapFrog 19139 Review
Toys for Ages 5-7 8/10 By Brittany Rowland Ideal for young children preparing for school, the LeapFrog Scribble and Write is fun and simple enough for 3- and 4-year-old children to pick up, but advanced enough for older children to practice their letters with. With the attached stylus, kids follow the patterns of light on […]
Learning Resources LER5052
Toys for Ages 5-7 8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland Kids as young as 5 or 6 will love learning basic math skills playing this Sum Swamp Addition and Subtraction Game from Learning Resources. Reinforcing the basic math they’re learning in school, the board game involves 4 swamp critters attempting to move around the board by adding […]
Melissa & Doug 2940
Toys for Ages 5-7 8.5/10 By Brittany Rowland Watch your young child learn spelling the old-fashioned way, with colorful alphabet blocks that fit into wooden word cards with delightful illustrations. Melissa & Doug is known for its fine craftsmanship and high-quality educational toys without all the bells and whistles that can overwhelm kids. Children as […]
LeapFrog 32200 Review
Toys for Ages 5-7 9/10 By Brittany Rowland A personal tablet just for kids, the LeapPad Explorer accepts over 100 apps and games that make learning fun and entertaining. The device is durable and has a bright 5-inch color touchscreen. Kids don’t seem to want to put it down. The games and learning activities cover […]
Gamewright 204 Review
Toys for Ages 5-7 9/10 By Brittany Rowland A fast-paced, exciting card game that teaches kids memory and strategy while improving their basic addition skills, Rat-a-Tat Cat is a sure-fire hit for the whole family. Kids will quickly catch on to the rules; they try to get as few points as possible, but they have […]
Scientific Explorer A221 Review
Toys for Ages 5-7 9/10 By Brittany Rowland You don’t need to be a chemistry major to enjoy this Mind Blowing Science Kit with your young children. The experiments are interesting, fun, and engaging and will prompt scientific curiosity in young minds. The kit comes with a wide assortment of tools like pipettes and mixing […]
Jax 8001 Review: Sequence for Kids Board Game
Toys for Ages 5-7 9.5/10 By Brittany Rowland A fun board game for families that are tired of Candyland, Sequence for Kids is entertaining for both children and their parents. By drawing cards and matching chips to the appropriate spots on the board, players try to get a sequence of 4 in a row. The […]
Baby Monitor Apps for iPad and iPhone
Parents no longer have to be confined to the house to monitor their young children. The BabyPing kit, due February 2012, includes a digital camera with 640X840 resolution and Wi-Fi connectivity. Parents can pull up video of their babies on their iPad, iPhone, or iPod Touch. Alerts let parents know if their Wi-Fi connection is […]
Harmony Dreamtime Comfort
Booster Seat 9/10 By Valerie Baldowski Another strong contender in the booster seat arena is the Harmony Juvenile Dreamtime Comfort booster, with a whole host of endorsements. This sleek number exceeds U.S. federal motor vehicle safety standards and received a 2008-2010 Australia RTA Four-Star Rating. It was an IIHS 2010 and 2011 Best Bet and […]
Cosco Highrise Backless
Booster Seat 9/10 By Valerie Baldowski Cosco’s Juvenile Highrise Belt-Positioning Backless Booster Car Seat is a mouthful, but basically this seat is designed for kids who have outgrown their infant car seat. It holds kids from 30 pounds up to 100 pounds, and has a convenient flip-down cup holder for drinks and snacks. It’s easy […]
BubbleBum Inflatable
Booster Seat 8.5/10 By Valerie Baldowski The BubbleBum inflatable booster seat doesn’t have as much name recognition as some of the more well-known brands, but it’s still a good seat. Based in Northern Ireland, BubbleBum was founded in 2009 by Safekids USA Certified Child Passenger Safety Technician Grainne Kelly, a mother who wanted a safe […]
Clek Oobr
Booster Seat 8/10 By Valerie Baldowski The name may sound strange, but the manufacturer of the Clek Oobr uses all North American-made materials for its products. Designed for kids weighing between 33 and 100 pounds and up to 57 inches tall, this seat received a 2011 “Best Bet” rating from the IIHS. Best Bets are […]
