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December 5, 2018 by Elena Epstein

Looking for something different and unique for the holidays. We have some some great ideas.

OttLite Wellness Series Glow Lamp

The OttLite Wellness Series Glow Lamp is designed with eye health in mind. Part of OttLite Technologies, Inc.’s healthy lighting options, the sleek lamp is designed to mimic natural daylight and reduce eye fatigue. The touch button offers three levels of light from soft to medium to bright. A good option for a homework nook or home office. $89.99, ages: Tween & Teens; Parents

Fun N’ Fly Foldable Travel Tray

For your next family trip, check out the Fun N’ Fly Foldable Travel Tray — a comfortable, portable and machine washable kids play space for wherever your air travels take you. The tray is great for drawing, building, playing and snacking. Comes with mesh pockets for crayons, pens, puzzles, craft supplies and small toys. It is designed to fit most standard airline tray tables, assembles in just seconds and comes with its own bag. $35.99, ages: 3+

Norton Core

Norton Core – Home Office with Gold Router

The Norton Core is a security focused WiFi router that also looks stylish in your home. The device not only protects your home network from malware, viruses, hackers, and cybercriminals, but also includes both network- and device-level (smartphones and tablets) Smart Parental Controls. These features allow parents to control what kids see and do across all their connected devices. The App is easy to use and can control your whole network. Parents can: Set age appropriate content filters, block unwanted websites, manage screen time with daily limits, pause the Internet – for an individual device or the entire household. $149.00m ages: parents with children under 15.

December 2, 2018 by Elena Epstein

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November 27, 2018 by

Pigs, rabbits, and rockets – oh my! Check out these hands-on games and activities that are fun for the whole family. Plus a stylish way to store it all!

mimish Pouf with Storage

Functional and stylish, the mimish Pouf with Storage serves as both seating and storage — great for the family room, game room or reading nook. The upper cushion connects to an open storage compartment by a durable zipper. Sit on the storage pouf while your belongings are inside, or detach the stand-alone cushion and use the storage space while seated. The Cotton Storage Pouf can adapt to any room, whether it be the nursery, dorm, apartment, playroom or living room. Customize your storage pouf by mixing and matching the top and bottom pieces. Perfect for storing hard and soft items, such as bedding, dolls, books, clothes, legos, tech and more. $69, for all ages

Rabbit Pirates

Rabbit Pirates are in search of buried treasure. Help them shoot for the loot in this simple card game that suits all ages, from kids, teens, college students, parents and grandparents. If you have ever played the card game of war, Rabbit Pirates will be your new family game night favorite. The object of the game is to play high valued cards to win bronze, silver and gold treasure tokens.

Mighty Pig Tug

Mighty Pig Tug is the wild game of pig tug-of-war. Each player must build the best three-pig team, but watch out, pigs can be quickly pulled into the mud. It’s a simple strategy card game that is teacher-created and builds logic skills. Mighty Pig Tug accommodates up to 6 players and is a great option for family game night.

Jungle Runners

Jungle Runners, is a fun family board game, where players have a team of animals that they have to navigate through the jungle themed board of obstacles and challenges to finish the journey. Jungle Runners begins on a sports day in the jungle. Players each have a team of animals that they need to navigate through the jungle. The first team to get all of their animals to the finish line wins.

Trink-A-Links Pets

Trink-A-Links are an adorable arts and crafts for kids with a passion for on-trend accessories. Hand-paint the dog, cat and bunny pieces, then choose how you’ll pair them up. Create a purrfect necklace that’s kitten from head-to-toe or design crazy critter pairings like a ring that’s half bunny and half bark. Encourages creativity, self-expression, imagination and fine motor skills.

Rocket Lander

Rocket Lander is a dice component game with an out of this world, explosive theme. Rocket Lander challenges players to strategically plot a graph on a 3 dimensional axis. The game topic travels through space and around the globe as players escort their ships, search and overtake opponents, and defend a home turf. Of course, the best strategy and a dash of luck help to decide who can land their ship efficiently.

November 26, 2018 by Makenna Sievertson

With the days getting shorter and nights getting colder, we think it’s about time for a winter getaway. From California to Vermont, from beginner bunny trails to adrenaline-junkie black diamond rides, these ski-resorts have it all. Not only are the amenities worth bundling up for, their kid-friendly activities make them the perfect family-friendly holiday destination.

Photo credit: Vail Resorts

Heavenly Mountain Resort, California

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Overlooking the cool blue waters of Lake Tahoe, it’s no wonder they named this resort Heavenly. With over 34 miles of trails to ski in both Nevada and California, a kid-friendly zip line and ropes course, Heavenly is more like an outdoor adventure park than a ski resort. Did we mention they have a mountain coaster too? They offer ski and snowboard lessons for all levels of experience, child development teams and even a nursery and day care if your little ones are tuckered out after a day on the slopes. With several properties and types of rooms to choose from, you’re sure to find a match made in heaven.

Photo credit: Abby Hein and Vail Resorts

Park City Mountain Resort, Utah

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Park City is a family-friendly fantasy with their new $50 million investment project debuting this year. Teach your kids in comfort at High Meadow Park, or enjoy a meal on the ridgeline at Cloud Dine with this sustainability-committed resort. Park City offers childcare, youth ski programs and sleigh rides through the town center for a truly immersive kid-friendly winter wonderland. For a parent’s night out, Utah boasts a vibrant nightlife with several bars, restaurants and wine tastings a short walk from the mountain. Pulled a muscle on the slopes? Stop by the RockResorts Spa for a hot stone massage. Park City is only a 30-minute drive from Salt Lake City, so strap on your snow boots and get skiing.

Bridger Bowl, Montana

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Bridger Bowl is perfect for an adventure on a budget. With ski passes $63 a day for adults and $25 for kids 7-12 years old, there’s no excuse for missing out on a snow day. Bridger Bowl is home to over 2,000 acres of skiable terrain, 75 trails and comfortable lodging with low rates even during the busiest seasons. They also offer youth ski and snowboard programs, guided ridge terrain tours and a playcare nap room at the ski lodge. Plan your trip for December or January for plenty of local, fun family-friendly events. No need to worry about long lines at Bridger Bowl, just take a moment to enjoy all of what nature has to offer.

Photo credit: Abby Hein and Vail Resorts

Beaver Creek Resort, Colorado

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It wouldn’t be a ski list without Colorado, and Beaver Creek is a real winter gem. Explore 1,800 acres of terrain with three base camps at the only mountain in the US to regularly host the Men’s Alpine Ski World Cup. Once you’ve worked up an appetite, stop by for the daily Cookie Time ritual or one of their four award-winning restaurants on the mountain. Warm up next to the campfire, rest your feet on the heated sidewalks and see a show at the Vilar Performing Arts Center – all with a view of the breathtaking Rocky Mountains. Beaver Creek also offers childcare services, but you may be able to buy some patience at the famous Candy Cabin.

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Snowshoe Mountain Resort, West Virginia

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Leave no trail unexplored at the Snowshoe Mountain Resort in West Virginia. With winter storms from the East and North dumping snow in this little town, you’re sure to get the powder you’re after. Teach your kids at the Ski and Ride School, get your snow legs on trails designed for all abilities or hit the 6-story Tubing Hill for a family-friendly adrenaline rush. When it’s time to hang up the skis, take a sleigh ride through the mountains or stop by the bouncy house/climbing wall/movie room for a cost effective break from the cold. With 11,000 acres to roam in the Appalachian Mountain Range, your family can get the perfect Christmas-card worthy photo in this vast national forest.

Photo credit: Rob Bossi / Okemo Mountain Resort

Okemo Mountain Resort, Vermont

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Get ready for an activity-packed weekend at the Okemo Mountain Resort in Vermont. This location redefines family-friendly with their popular Kids Night, an indoor pool and their year-round Timber Ripper Mountain Coaster. Enjoy a bike trip through the snowy Jackson Gore, take a ride in the Snowtubing Park or watch your kids explore in their very own snowmobile tour. With plenty of events planned through the winter season, you’ll never run out of things to do. For an extra-spectacular Holiday getaway, plan for the end of December to meet Santa and see a torchlight parade and firework show on the slopes.

November 13, 2018 by

We are so excited for our Facebook Live Event with Evite this Thursday, Nov. 15 at 4 p.m. PST! We will be showcasing a few of our favorite Holiday Gifts and also giving away some amazing prizes!

Join the Facebook Live, comment and share for a chance to win one of these amazing prizes! Make sure you follow @Evite and @NAPPAawards

November 13, 2018 by

Looking for fun and thrilling gift ideas for your tweens and teens? Check out these new NAPPA winners!

RazorX Cruiser Electric Skateboard

The RazorX Cruiser is a skateboard with an electrifying kick, putting the control of the 125-watt, rear-wheel-drive motor in the palm of your hand and under your feet. Get the fun rolling with the variable-speed control on this versatile cruiser, then lean into the lithium-ion-powered, carve-and-turn skate action at speeds up to 10 mph (16 km/h). $179.99, ages 9+

Razor Power A2 Electric Scooter

Packed with innovation from its lithium-ion battery and push-button throttle control to its kick-to-start in-hub electric motor, the Power A2 is ushering in a new age of performance in an ultra-modern, compact and easily foldable update of the classic A scooter. Light-weight and streamlined, the Power A2 packs a powered punch with bold style and a rattle-free ride at speeds up to 10 mph (16 km/h) and 40 minutes of continuous use. $199.99, ages 8+

Nighthawk

Master the thrill of the ride with the 12 Volt Nighthawk Ride-On from Rollplay. Reaching forward speeds of up to 6 miles per hour, this innovative ride-on is sure to be a hit with little thrill-seekers. Accelerator and brake pedals allow the rider to control the speed of the Nighthawk with ease. Kids will love learning how to maneuver around obstacles with the unique steering technique — lean left and right to do quick turns. $149.99, ages 6+

October 30, 2018 by

Looking for a gift focused on healthy living? We got some great ideas for you!

OttLite Wellness Series Glow Lamp

Thermal-Aid Zoo

These little guys are an adorable solution to providing heating and cooling comfort for kids. Thermal-Aid Zoo comes in a variety of cute and versatile animals to select from. The hippo, monkey, bear, koala, rabbit or elephant can be thrown into the freezer or the microwave to alleviate minor injuries. Animals are 100% natural cotton on the outside and the inside is made of specifically engineered corn, to help eliminate potential odor or mold that most natural therapeutic packs get. Animals are washable, allowing repeated use. $19.95, ages 3+

Thermal -Aid Heating and Cooling Pack

Good for relieving back and neck pain or sports injuries. The Thermal-Aid Heating and Cooling Packs are available in various sizes and shapes to correspond with the specific body part that is affected. Made of 100% natural cotton on the outside, and specifically engineered corn on the inside. The packs are washable, allowing frequent use. Sizes include small, medium and large sectional pad, small pillow shape, tube shape and eye mask shape intended for headache pain. $36.95-49.95.

Thermal-Aid Headache Relief System

The Thermal-Aid Headache Relief System is a natural system that helps relieve migraine and muscle tension headaches. Kit includes a topical analgesic, Headache Relief Cream, that is applied directly to forehead, as well as a Cold Press Eye Pack that blocks light and applies subtle pressure to ease forehead and temple tension. $19.95.

Bundle of Dreams

Parents, Kyle & Courtney Minarsky designed Bundle of Dreams for their own daughter. The eco-friendly, hypoallergenic, breathable mattresses come with an organic cotton cover with an eco-friendly water repellent overlay which is removable and machine washable. Their core material is a new blend of polyester called Bundle Fiber, providing comfort and no VOC’s. $199; ages Birth +

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January 9, 2018 by

Check out our NAPPA winners featured in New York’s Westchester Family’s Holiday Gift Guide!