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June 11, 2018 by

Summer means more time at grandma’s and more playdates. These recent NAPPA winners are perfect to take along wherever you’re headed this summer.

Pop-Oh-Ver Stove and Counter Top Sets

Say hello to Pop-oh-ver, the clever brand of durable and detailed kitchen play sets that assemble in two minutes over a sturdy household chair! The Pop-oh-ver Counter Top Set fastens over a chair and like magic you have a place to fix your food anywhere you want it. The Pop-oh-ver Stove Set brings an exciting new twist to pretend kitchen play and is made from canvas-like material with realistic oven, stovetop, and microwave detailing.

$39.95
3+
http://www.kangaroomfg.com/categories/pop-oh-ver

Disney Junior Doc McStuffins Toy Hospital On The Go Pet Carrier On the Go

The new Toy Hospital On The Go Pet Carrier from Disney Junior’s Doc McStuffins comes with a loveable plush pet – either Findo the dog or Whispers the cat! The carrier features fun glittered accents, paw print windows and a heart-shaped latch to close the carrier door. The carrier holds every tool kids need to take great care of their pet pals, including a stethoscope, pet hair brush, otoscope, pet bandana and more!

$19.99
Ages 3+
https://justplayproducts.com/

GeoSafari Jr. Explorer Scope

Up close and far away, bring nature your way with this durable and fun 2-in-1 microscope/telescope. The GeoSafari Jr. Explorer Scope encourages scientific exploration and discovery. Great for introducing young kids to the fascinating world of life science. Perfect for STEM learning and scientific exploration on the go. Includes scope with 8x magnification, perfect-fit goggles, break-away strap, soft rubber hand grips, and telescoping barrel with 15x magnification. Magnification and field of vision designed specifically for preschoolers’ level of perception.

$16.99
3-6 years
https://www.learningresources.co.uk/product/geosafari-jr-explorer-scope.do

Fire HD 8 Kids Edition By Amazon

The all-new Fire HD 8 Kids Edition includes a Fire HD 8 tablet, one year of Amazon FreeTime Unlimited, a kid-proof case, and 2-year worry-free guarantee. Amazon FreeTime Unlimited gives you access to 15,000 age-appropriate books, videos, apps, games, and a kid-friendly web browser. With 8” HD display, quad-core processor, and up to 12 hours of battery life. Parents can manage and customize up to four child profiles, set bedtime curfews and control screen time and content.

$129
Ages 3-12
https://www.amazon.com/All-New-Amazon-Fire-HD-8-Kids-Edition-Tablet/dp/B01J94SBEY

Happy exploring and enjoying all your summer fun spots and remember to #PlayLearnConnect with #NAPPAAwards!

June 7, 2018 by

What better way to cool off in the summer than with some super fun water toys! We got some great ones for you!

Bunch O Balloons Marvel™ Avengers™

Bunch O Balloons, by ZURU, has teamed up with Marvel Avengers to take down the summer heat. With blockbuster character symbols printed on the balloons, such as Iron Man, Captain America and the Hulk, water balloons have never been so powerful! Simply connect, fill and make hundreds of water balloons in minutes, and let the superhero water balloon warfare begin. Balloons are made from natural latex and recyclable.

$9.99
Ages 3+

OgoDisk H2O

Take the water balloon toss to the next level with OgoDisk H2O. It can flyly, float, and dominate any water balloon fight. This flying disk designed just for water balloon play can also double down as the ultimate pool or beach toy with its ability to float in the water. Let the games begin!
$20.00
Ages 8+

Aquarium by PLAYMOBIL

Explore underwater worlds with PLAYMOBIL’s Aquarium. Stand on the visitor’s bridge and watch as the sea lion jumps through the hoop and balances a ball on his nose. Stick around for the next feeding or move over to the rotating carousel to observe small sea creatures. If you stand inside the underwater viewing area, it feels like you’re a part of the ocean as the fish swim by! Aquarium tank can be filled with water.
$59.99
Ages 4+

Watermelon Smash

Watermelon Smash from YULU is a twist on the water roulette challenge. Will you end up dry or soaking wet? Fill the watermelon with water or use the watermelon seeds for indoor play. Players take turns spinning the spinner to determine their fate. Follow the instructions on the spinner and press the watermelon against your head. Watch out, you never know when the watermelon will crack. The last player left in the game wins!
$19.99
Ages 6+

Now go out there and have some fun and remember to #PlayLearnConnect with #NAPPAAwards!

Elena Epstein is a mom of two and the director of NAPPA Awards, the longest running and most respected awards program in the industry, celebrating the best in family products for 28 years. For more product reviews, visit nappaawards.com.

March 13, 2018 by Elena Epstein

We just got back from the annual International Toy Fair in New York and what fun we had!

The Javitz Center in Manhattan was overtaken by all things fun – imagine the size of 7 football fields filled with the latest toys and games. STEM/STEAM-related toys, that teach coding and robot building, were a big trend. Toy makers are focusing on creating engaging toys that also teach kids strategically thinking and spatial understanding. We also saw a whole other spectrum of games big this year focusing on super silly and gross-out games, which are expected to be a huge hit – lots of bathroom humor coming our way.

Through-back toys like My Little Pony, Lite Brite and Beanie Babies are making a comeback with good old nostalgia for the Millennial parents. And our kids’ current obsession with “unboxing,” “surprise” and collectible toys is expected to continue strong as well. According to the Toy Association, sales of collectible toys grew 14 percent globally in 2017.

“The top trends reflect a continued demand for collectibles, family games, creative toys, and tech-infused products that allow kids to create and explore new worlds and build lifelong skills through play,” says Adrienne Appell, trend specialist at The Toy Association.

The popularity of classic toys, including dolls and plush toys, are expected to continue to grow as parents seek out non-tech toys to balance our constantly plugged-in daily lives. Families’ need to unplug has also lead to the huge growth of old-school board games that encourage family time. Hot this year are niche games, licensed games, classics with a twist and silly, gross-out games.

Pretend pets, whether the furry plush kind or the digital kind was another popular trend. We saw lots of dinosaurs, even some sparkly ones, sharks and adorable huggable monkeys and cute squishy pet pillows.

Toys that inspire imagination such as doll houses, play kitchens and outdoor barbeques, dress-up items, building kits and arts and crafts that offer endless opportunities for creative play are super popular. According to The Toy Association’s Genius of Play initiative, studies show that kids who play make-believe games have enhanced language and problem-solving skills and can better self-regulate their emotions.

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