Learning Express unveils its top toys for holidays
Categorized gift guide helps shoppers find presents for the kids on their list
-- Kids Today, 11/3/2009 5:54:00 AM
DEVENS, Mass. - In anticipation of the hustle and bustle of the holiday shopping season, Learning Express is giving parents the inside scoop on toys that will provide kids with more than just fun this year.
“The great thing about our gift suggestions is that they manage to combine fun and learning,” said Learning Express Founder and CEO Sharon DiMinico. “This holiday season, we hope people will take advantage of our suggestions and give the children in their lives a gift they will never forget.
Learning Express carries a wide range of products suited for a variety of age groups, and provides educational toys that promote learning and emphasize the importance of play.
Learning Express Top Toys of 2009:
Ages Birth +
Gentle Giraffe on the Go by Cloud B – Plush, travel-sized pal with soothing white noise soundtracks, $24.99
Ages 3+
Crocodile Rocker by Original Toy Co. – Accommodates one to three kids for a gentle, stable ride indoors or outdoors, $54.99
Wooden Cupcake Set by Melissa & Doug – Decorate with magnetic frosting and candles, and wipe-away icing markers, $19.99
Ages 5+
Twinkle Tiaras Sticky Mosaic Kit by the Orb Factory – Makes six different tiaras with sticky foam pieces, foil, jewels and plenty of sparkle, $19.99
Dodge Tag by Diggin – Try to hit your opponent before he hits you! Balls that stick are considered a hit, $19.99
Groovy Scrapbook Kit by Alex – Includes 48-page hardbound spiral scrapbook, stickers, frames, borders, scissors, glue sticks, fabric flowers, easy instructions and more. Available exclusively at Learning Express, $19.99
Magformers Carnival Building Set by Rainbow Products – Powerful geometric magnets allow for easy, open-ended construction, $54.99
Ages 7-8+
Pentago Game by Mindtwister – Create a row of five marbles. Each turn includes a twist of one of the board's individual panels, $19.99
Cap it Off Jewelry by Alex – Includes bottle caps, stickers, bracelets, buttons, beads, cords and more. Available exclusively at Learning Express, $16.99
The Dangerous Book for Boys Classic Chemistry Kit by Thames and Kosmos – Experiment with compounds, mixtures, solutions and suspensions, $36.99
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