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by littleones.com, on November 19th, 2009     
There are so many wonderful ways to celebrate your faith with your children during the Christmas season! These simple, but beautiful family traditions can help keep children focused on the true "reason for the season" amidst all the holiday frenzy. Try these 7 simple family traditions to help keep Christ at the center of your Christmas celebrations.
7 Simple Family Traditions
1. Read Christmas Stories Together: Advent is a perfect time to introduce this simple family tradition. Read a story or two from one of these recommended Religious Christmas books or Children’s Bibles at bedtime each night. It is a great way to reinforce the meaning of Christmas, and helps children prepare for the upcoming religious holiday.
 Baby Bible Christmas Storybook
 Baby’s First Nativity (The First Bible Collection)
Come and See Baby Jesus: 50 Fun Lift-the Flaps (Beginner’s Bible Series)
 God Gave Us Christmas (God Gave Us Series)
 The Crippled Lamb by Max Lucado
 Just Look in the Stable – Arch Books
Religious books and bibles also make perfect Christmas gifts which can be enjoyed for years to come. See Recommended Children’s Religious Books & Bibles for a superb selection of religious books and bibles for infants through teens
2. Hang an Advent Calendar: Display an Advent Calendar in your home, and have children add an ornament each night at dinnertime. Advent Calendars with their religious ornaments make great teaching tools, and are a wonderful visual reminder of the Nativity story. This is an exciting way for children to countdown to Jesus’ birthday.
 Kurt Adler Wooden Nativity Advent Calendar w/24 Magnetic Figures
 Alma’s Design Nativity Advent Calendar
Little People Nativity Advent Calendar
3. Display a Children’s Nativity Set: Set up a child-friendly nativity set by your Christmas tree where it is easily accessible. There are many adorable Children’s Nativity Sets available which are very durable. Playing with a Nativity set is an extremely wonderful tactile and visual learning experience which brings the birth of Jesus to life.
 Veggie Tales Nativity Set
Children’s Nativity Play Set
 Playmobil Nativity Set
4. Light the Advent Wreath: Set up an Advent Wreath in your home. Take a moment to light a candle at Sunday dinner for each of the four weeks during Advent. Many Advent wreaths include simple family prayers,blessings or hymns which can be sung during the wreath lighting. Sing a simple Advent or Christmas song together.
 Fontanini 5" Nativity Collection Christmas Advent Wreath #56306
Metal Advent Wreath Candle Holder With Taper Candles
 We Light the Candles: Devotions Related to Family Use of the Advent Wreath
5. Encourage Good Deeds: Encourage good deeds throughout the Advent & Christmas season in order to prepare our hearts for Jesus’ coming. Construct a simple family manger (a shoe box will do) which can be filled with "good deeds hay" to make baby Jesus warm and cozy. To make "good deeds hay," cut small strips of paper and have family members write down any good deeds they have done during the day. As the season progresses, the manger fills up with "good deeds hay" until it is ready for the infant Jesus (a small doll or drawing) to be placed. What a precious family Christmas gift for Jesus!
6. Display Religious Decorations: As the saying goes, "Keep Christ in Christmas." When decorating your home, don’t forget to display religious decorations along with your regular Christmas decorations. Christmas ornaments portraying the nativity scene, a nativity set, an outdoor or window nativity are visual reminders of the true meaning of Christmas, When decorating with lights, talk to children about the meaning of light, a beautiful symbol of our faith.
 Nativity Star Hanging Ornament
 Christmas Lighted Outdoor Nativity & Star
7.. Plan Family Christmas Activities Together: Take the time during the hustle and bustle of the season to enjoy some family time. A few suggestions for family activities include a family Christmas movie night complete with popcorn and a favorite children’s Christmas DVDs; baking extra special Christmas cookies together by using religious cookie cutters; and singing along to the beautiful Christmas hymns and carols on the piano or with your favorite Christmas CDs. Whatever you choose to do, make it a special time together to celebrate your faith.
Veggie Tales: Saint Nicholas: A Story of Joyful Giving
 Veggie Tales: Holiday Double Feature: The Toy That Saved Christmas & The Star of Christmas
 Fox Run Eighteen Piece Nativity Cookie Cutter Bake Set
 The Easy Christmas Fake Book: 100 Songs in the Key of C (Fake Books)
 The Ultimate Christmas Fake Book: for Piano, Vocal, Guitar, Electronic Keyboard and All C Instruments (Fake Books)
 The Christmas Fake Book: C Edition
A final word...Always remember that of the countless Christmas gifts we give our children, the time we spend nurturing their faith is priceless. It is the only gift that lasts a lifetime and beyond. Developing children’s faith begins early, and religious holidays are the perfect opportunity to celebrate your faith together as a family. Reading together, praying together and preparing for Christmas together are wonderful ways to keep Jesus at the center of our Christmas festivities and our lives.
For additional information, please visit www.littleones.com for our Teaching Values & Faith feature including Recommended Children’s Religious Books & Bibles , a selection of children’s religious books and bibles suitable for religious holidays, Baptisms, Communions, Confirmations and other special occassions.
Also visit www.littleones.com for our selection of Great/Award Winning Children’s Books, Little Ones Recommended Toys & Gifts, and Children’s Educational DVDs along with teacher tips, parenting articles, family fun and much more!
by littleones.com, on November 17th, 2009      
Are you searching for the perfect holiday toys for the little ones in your life? With the overwhelming selection of products on the market, how can you determine which toys are best suited for your children? Shop smart with these 5 simple yet effective toy buying guidelines.
5 Simple Toy Buying Guidelines
1. Interactive vs. Passive Toys: A general rule of thumb when selecting toys is to search for "interactive" toys. Interactive toys get children involved. Look for stimulating toys which allow children to be creative, to use problem solving skills or to produce different outcomes. These types of toys hold children's interest longer and are educationally beneficial. In other words, children learn best and have more fun when given the chance to get into the action instead of merely watching it!
Depending on the age and ability of the child, "passive" toys can also be a smart toy purchase. For infants who are too young to manipulate objects, passive toys which are interesting to look at and listen to (such as musical mobiles or colorful rattles) can also be very effective. Be on guard however for passive toys which allow older and more capable children to just sit back and be entertained.
2. Quality Toys: Let product quality be your guide when selecting children's toys. Toys which have won multiple toy awards and have outstanding consumer ratings are usually a big hit with kids. These quality products have been recognized for their outstanding entertainment and educational value, sturdy construction and overall appeal. Toy lists which highlight and review the best toys on the market are a great place to start your shopping. See Top 25 Award Winning/Outstanding Toy Picks, a review of top-notch, entertaining and interactive toys
3. Toy Safety: As with all purchases for children, safety comes first! Read all product descriptions and warnings before making your selections. Most toys indicate a recommended age level and have adult supervision warnings, if necessary. It is important to make age appropriate choices since Items with small or movable parts can be a choking hazard for small children.
4. Personality, Age and Ability: Don't forget to take into consideration the recipient's personality, age and ability levels when selecting that perfect toy. Even the best toys will sit on a shelf if they do not closely match a child's abilities and interests. Manufacturer's recommended age levels are based upon the developmental skills required. Toys can be frustrating if they are too complicated or are not age appropriate. Likewise, look for toys which match your child's personality and interests. Nurture that budding young builder, dreamer, musician, thinker, or athlete in your life with complementary toy selections. See The "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series which features a variety of toy categories such as sports, arts & crafts, science, music and more for children of all ages and interests.
5. Give Variety: Children can get bored with the same type of toy choices, so strive for variety in your purchases. Consider less common "toys" such as lively educational or holiday DVDs, holiday books, boxed sets of children's books or even children's magazine subscriptions, which also make great choices for kids. The hidden benefit is that these "toys that teach" can turn children's playtime into valuable learning experiences. For a variety of gift ideas, see The Parents & Grandparents Gift Giving Guide.
This holiday season, you too can choose the perfect gifts for your children. Take time to evaluate your choices using these 5 helpful toy guidelines. You'll feel confident about giving quality, age appropriate toys that will delight your children for years to come!
Lisa Cartolano, Certified Elementary School Teacher and mother of five, is the creator of Little Ones Education and Parenting Resource, at www.littleones.com.
For more holiday information, please see:
The Little Ones Holiday Gift Giving Guide and
Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series: This holiday series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
Visit www.littleones.com for our selection of Great/Award Winning Children's Books, Little Ones Recommended Toys & Gifts, and Children's Educational DVDs along with teacher tips, parenting articles, family fun and much more!
by littleones.com, on November 15th, 2009  B   
WEEK #7:
BOARD GAMES & CARD GAMES FOR OLDER CHILDREN
(AGES 7-ADULT)
The Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
Children love playing games! Whether on family night, a playdate or a rainy day, playing games is always a great choice. Luckily, board games and card games are relatively inexpensive, so having a wide selection of games in your home is feasible, and actually helps to incorporate various ages, interests and skill levels of family members and visitors. You’ll find that many of the games that younger children play rely simply on "the luck of the dice." However, as children get older, they begin to enjoy games which require some thought, creativity or speed. These types of games can be both enjoyable and educational.
The educational games recommended below promote critical thinking skills, logic and strategy development for older children. And even though these children are more "seasoned" game players, they still get to practice those basic game playing behaviors such as following the rules, taking turns, teamwork and most importantly, winning and losing graciously (a behavior that is still developing throughout much of childhood!)
Enjoy this great selection of recommended games!
Bananagrams Multiple-award winning, fast paced, educational word game for ages 7-adult. Addicting scrabble-like game that has requires no board and allows for numerous players.
 Blokus Classics Game Winner of over 20+ awards! Exciting brightly colored strategy game perfect for the whole family. Encourages spatial thinking & problem solving skills using simple rules. Ages 5-adult
Qwirkle Award winning wooden tiles game develops logic and strategy skills. This challenging family game has simple instructions that require players to match tile shapes and colors to earn points. Ages 8-adult.
Buzzword The Lively, Addictive, and Challenging Game that Fuzzes your Memory and Buzzes your Brain! Multiple Award Winning Game! Great for family night or parties! Teams get 45 seconds to solve word clues and find the "Buzzword." Includes 400 sets of buzz word clues, score cards, timer and scoreboard. Ages 10+ Also available: Buzzword Junior
 Blurt The Webster’s Game of Word Racing Classic, fast-paced family & party game. Be the first to "blurt" out the correct word based on its definition. Multiple award winning game that builds vocabulary! Includes 300 cars with 1800 clues at 2 playing levels. Ages 10+
 Apples to Apples Party Box – The Game of Hilarious Comparisons Multiple award winning family & party game! Players pick cards that best describe the judge’s card. Humorous comparisons of people, places and things. Includes over 1000 cards. Ages 12+. Also available Apples to Apples Junior – The Game of Crazy Comparisons!
 Uno Card Game This extremely popular color coded card game is easy to learn, unpredictable and fun for the whole family! Loads of excitement for ages 7-adult, (educational tool for 4+.)
 Blink Card Game Don’t "blink" or you might just miss the game! Super fun, super fast card game requires players to match shapes, colors or number count on cards with lightening speed. First player to use up cards wins the game. Reasonably priced. Ages 7+.
 Monopoly THE classic, extremely popular board game you enjoyed as a child. Buy properties, build houses & hotels all with the roll of the dice. Ages 8+ Also available: Monopoly Junior Edition
Monopoly Electronic Banking Edition Totally modernized and updated version of the classic Monopoly game. Use an electronic banking unit instead of cash to make transactions and purchase extremely high value properties. Ages 8+
 Clue An exciting game of strategy and deductive reasoning as players meet the suspects,find the clues and try to be the first to solve the murder-mystery. Ages 9+ Also available CLUE JR. Game
 Boggle Fast paced, educational word search game in which players shake lettered cubes and try to gain the best score by creating words with the highest point values. Ages 8+ Also available:Boggle Jr. Game
 Stratego Exciting game of battlefield strategy and unexpected events as players lead armies, attack opponents and try to capture the enemy’s flag. Ages 8+.
 Scrabble Crossword Game An old favorite! Score points as you build crosswords from lettered tiles. Educational family fun. Ages 8+ Also available Scrabble: Junior Edition
 Milton Bradley Pictionary Board Game Race against the clock with this quick draw party game. Players draw simple sketches as teammates try to guess their secret word. Ages 12+ Also available:Pictionary Jr
 Taboo Challenging game in which players give creative clues to get teammates to shout out a secret work. Be careful to avoid any restricted or "taboo" words in your clues. Includes 504 word cards. Also available: Taboo Junior
 Connect Four Tic-Tac-Toe..FOUR in a row! This vertical strategy game requires players to get 4 checkers in a row-horizontally, vertically or diagonally while blocking their opponent. Ages 7-10.
 ALLOWANCE GAME Teach children the value of money with this enjoyable and educational board game. Players earn money by completing chores and collecting allowance. Players can then spend money and/or save money. Learn basic money skills along the way.
Jenga Loads of thrills and excitement with this delicate stacking game. Remove wooden blocks one by one without letting the tower fall. Great family fun for everyone. Ages 6+.
. Battleship The ultimate naval warfare strategy game. Sink all 5 of your opponent’s ships before yours are found. Teaches coordinates, using grids and critical thinking skills. Ages 7+.
 Great States Race the clock and learn about the USA by answering over 400 questions using "facts, figures, find and fun " cards. Ages 7+. Also available: Great States Junior
 Classic Wood Chess Set Folding, basic wooden chess set great for beginners. Teaches logic and strategy skills. Ages 8+
 Checkers & Checkerboard ( Hardboard ) Basic and reasonably priced introductory checkers set. Simple rules make it a great choice for children.
 Melissa & Doug Classic Wooden Chinese Checkers Game Board Quality, solid wood, hand painted Chinese Checkers set. Loads of family fun! Convenient attached pouch for marble storage. Ages 6+.
 Cardinal Industries Double Fifteen Color Dot Dominoes in a Collectors Tin Jumbo size, brightly colored dot dominoes come in a durable storage tin. Promotes math, matching and critical thinking skills.
For more information, please see:
Board Games For Younger Children (Toddler- Preschool)
The Little Ones Holiday Gift Giving Guide and
**See the upcoming schedule of Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series.
If you simply can’t wait, visit www.littleones.com for our year-round selection of Great/Award Winning Children’s Books, Little Ones Recommended Toys & Gifts, and Children’s Educational DVDs along with teacher tips, parenting articles, family fun and much more!
by littleones.com, on November 12th, 2009     
In a recent Amazon forum, parents were asked to choose one and only one toy that they would want at home for their children. The answer was a resounding LEGOS! Why are LEGOS so incredibly popular among parents of children of all ages? LEGOs are parents’ first choice because they encourage hours of imaginative and open-ended play. With LEGOs you can create a totally new toy every time! Also the LEGO brand has so much diversity that there is definitely something for everyone. LEGO toys are so versatile that they can be played with siblings of all age levels; neighbors; playdates; adults and just about anyone who comes over your house! LEGOs allow for solo or cooperative play and can used along with other toys such as small dolls, hot wheels cars and more! Playing with LEGOs promotes fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and lots of creativity. These great big tubs and creative building sets are loads of fun for kids, and are well worth the investment for years to come.
See THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF LEGOS for recommended LEGO sets along with product descriptions and age levels. Also view Little Ones Building & Creative Design Sets for a variety of building sets for children of all ages.
The Little Ones Holiday Gift Giving Guide and
Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series: This holiday series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
Visit www.littleones.com for our selection of Great/Award Winning Children’s Books, Little Ones Recommended Toys & Gifts, and Children’s Educational DVDs along with teacher tips, parenting articles, family fun and much more!
by littleones.com, on November 10th, 2009    
WEEK #6:
DOLLS, DOLLHOUSES, DRESS UP & MORE!
The Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
Children love to pretend to be grown-ups! Having a little baby to care for or a life-like pet to love makes children feel important and responsible. Even dressing up in fancy clothes or playing with their very own dollhouse family can make them feel all grown-up. Role playing is an important part of child’s play and develops imagination, self confidence as well as social interaction skills. These types of nurturing and adorable toys remain at the top of children’s wish lists year after year! This selection of popular products is just a sample of the many toys available to delight your little ones.
Corolle Special Feature Baby Doll Lila – 17" Doll
Multiple awards winner! Precious interactive baby doll for ages 3+. Gently babbles, giggles, cries and sucks on bottle. Baby accessories included. Sure to become a favorite playmate!
 Madame Alexander My First Baby – Powder Blue, 12 Inch Adorable, super soft baby doll perfect for tiny hands ages 1-3. Made of washable, baby-safe materials. Award winning first choice for little mommies!
 Corolle Classic Baby Doll Bebe Charmeur – 14" Doll This sweet, high quality, soft-bodied 14 inch baby doll resembles a real newborn. Great features such as the ability to sit up, turn her head and her soft vanilla scent make this doll easy to love. Includes outfit, bottle, bib, pacifier, hat & booties. Doll is machine washable. Ages 3-7.
Corolle Les Cheries Doll Chloé Ballerina – 13" Doll Award winning, absolutely beautiful and durable doll! Moving limbs, eyes and hair that can even be shampooed. Comes dressed in a gorgeous ballet outfit.
 Baby Alive Baby Go Bye Bye Cuddly baby doll makes realistic giggling & cooing sounds. Includes convertible baby carrier (feeding chair, rocking bassinett, front snugli pack & folding travel bag all in one) and bottle. Keeps little mommies busy! Ages 3+
 Doll Umbrella Stroller Cute and durable umbrella stroller has folding canopy, storage basket, velcro safety belt, foot rest and cushioned handles. Fits dolls up to 18". Just the right size! Ages 3+
 Our Generation Alexis DollLovely 18" Fashion doll. One of several dolls in the "Our Generation" doll series. A reasonably priced alternative to the more expensive American Girl dolls. Ages 3+
 Our Generation Pet Shelter Volunteer Robyn Doll18" Poseable Animal Volunteer doll set. Includes 2 stylish outfits and animal shelter accessories. A reasonably priced alternative to the more expensive American Girl dolls. Ages 3+
Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Folding Princess Castle Award winning, gorgeous solid wood Princess castle. Extra large castle folds for storage and is stunning with its pink and gold screened accents. This enchanting castle has turrets, balconies, buttress, flag and a working drawbridge. A perfect choice to delight all the princesses in your life! Quality & Exceptional Value! Ages 3-9. Also see castle dolls playset shown below.
 Melissa & Doug Deluxe Castle Dolls Playset Beautifully boxed set of 8 bendable castle play figures. Includes King, Queen, Jester, Noble, 2 Knights & 2 Horses. Great castle accessory! Ages 3-9.
 Fisher-Price My First Dollhouse Adorable first dollhouse! Includes 5 rooms with balcony and patio; Mom, Dad & baby chunky figures and furniture. Perfect for Ages 2-5.
 Fisher Price Loving Family Grand Dollhouse Super Set Lovely 8 room dollhouse which folds for convenience. Includes Mom, Dad & twin babies plus a bonus set including 5 extra rooms of furniture and big sister doll. Hours of dollhouse fun!
Fisher Price Loving Family Twin Time Doll House Special Bonus Quality 8 room dollhouse which folds for convenience. Includes Mom, Dad & twin babies, 10 additional furniture pieces plus a bonus patio set. Worth every penny, providing years and years of enjoyment!
International Playthings My First Purse in Purple Adorable soft purple purse with pink flower. Just the right safety size for 2-4 year olds! Chunky large accessories include cell phone, keys, wallet, pretend lipstick, unbreakable mirror and debit card. Entertaining and affordable gift!
 Disney Princess Play Shoes, 6 Pk. 6 stylish pairs of Disney Princess shoes. Includes Ariel/Cinderella/Snow White/Aurora/Belle/Jasmine shoes with storage box. Fancy dress up accessories that will be enjoyed over and over again. Ages 3+
 Disney Princess 27 Piece Dress up TrunkBeautiful 27 piece Disney Princess dress up set includes storage trunk, 4 shirts, 3 skirts, 2 headbands, 1 tiara, 1 choker & 4 bracelets. Little princesses can dress up as Snow White, Cinderella, Little Mermaid or Sleeping Beauty. Dress sizes 4-6x. Ages 3+ A HUGE hit with little girls!!
For more holiday information, please see:
The Little Ones Holiday Gift Giving Guide and
**The upcoming schedule of Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas Holiday Toy Series"
If you simply can’t wait, visit www.littleones.com for our year-round selection of Great/Award Winning Children’s Books, Little Ones Recommended Toys & Gifts, and Children’s Educational DVDs along with teacher tips, parenting articles, family fun and much more!
by littleones.com, on November 8th, 2009  
Overwhelmed by numerous toy choices? "The Little Ones Top 25 Award Winning/Outstanding Toy Picks" is your guide to selecting top-notch, entertaining & interactive toys for children of all ages. Little Ones highlights and briefly reviews 25 of the best toys on the market. The majority of the toys featured here have won prestigious toy and parenting awards based on quality, creativity, educational value and/or entertainment value. All toys have received outstanding consumer ratings and have been highly recommended.
Each product contains a short description, a suggested age level (when available) and additional suggestions for related toy categories. There are several variations of the products listed below (for example deluxe vs. starter sets) so please visit www.amazon.com if you are interested in viewing the complete product line.
Enjoy this fabulous collection of toys and gifts sure to please everyone on your list! You simply can’t go wrong with any of these award winners and highly recommended toy & gift ideas. Shopping and shipping is a breeze with these quality products available right at your fingertips.
 Denotes award winning toy
1. Blokus Classics Game Winner of over 20+ awards! Exciting brightly colored strategy game perfect for the whole family. Encourages spatial thinking & problem solving skills using simple rules. Ages 5-adult. For additional suggestions see toy category: Board Games & Card Games For Older Children (Ages 7-Adult)
2. Bananagrams 2009 Toy of the Year. Multiple-award winning, fast paced, educational word game for ages 7-adult. Addicting scrabble-like game that has requires no board and allows for numerous players. For additional suggestions see toy category: Board Games & Card Games For Older Children (Ages 7-Adult)
3.  ThinkFun Zingo Award winner! This exciting & educational variation of Bingo features 72 picture tiles which teach simple sight vocabulary and matching skills to pre-readers & readers ages 4-7. An instant favorite! For additional suggestions see toy category: Board Games & Card Games for Young Children (Toddler-Preschool)
4.  Ello Creation System Ello-opolis: People, Places and Things Set Outstanding 201 piece design & build system for girls ages 5-12. Award winning design inspires creativity and imagination! For additional suggestions see toy category: Building Sets & Creative Design Toys
5. Quadrilla Marble Railway, Twist and Rail Award winning 97 piece marble run plus 50 marbles and play tips DVD. Develops spatial relation skills and critical thinking. Endless designs and entertainment for ages 4-10! For additional suggestions see toy category: Building Sets & Creative Design Toys
6.  Melissa & Doug 60-Piece Standard Unit Blocks Sturdy large classic 60 piece wooden block set with storage box for ages 36 months-6 years. Lots of open-ended play and an excellent value! Award winner! For additional suggestions see toy category: Building Sets & Creative Design Toys
7.. LEGO Duplo Ultimate Building Set – 71 Pieces Colorful tub of building blocks for little fingers 18 months-5 years. Award winning toy provides hours of creative fun! LEGO also has a tremendous selection of building sets to delight children of all ages and interests. See Little Ones Special Feature: The Wonderful World of LEGOs. For additional suggestions see toy category: Building Sets & Creative Design Toys
8.Learning Resources Teaching Cash Register Talking cash register teaches basic math & money skills for ages 5-9. Includes make believe cash and coin reader. An exciting way to "play store." Multiple awards winner! For additional suggestions see toy category: Let’s Pretend Toys For Girls & Boys
9.Uno Card Game This extremely popular color coded card game is easy to learn, unpredictable and fun for the whole family! Loads of excitement for ages 7-adult, (educational tool for 4+.) For additional suggestions see toy category: Board Games & Card Games For Older Children (Ages 7-Adult)
10.Madame Alexander My First Baby – Powder Blue, 12 InchAdorable, super soft baby doll perfect for tiny hands ages 1-3. Made of washable, baby-safe materials. Award winning first choice for little mommies! For additional suggestions see toy category: Dolls, Dollhouses, Dress Up & More!
11.Corolle Special Feature Baby Doll Lila – 17" Doll Multiple awards winner! Precious interactive baby doll for ages 3+. Gently babbles, giggles, cries and sucks on bottle. Baby accessories included. Sure to become a favorite playmate! For additional suggestions see toy category:Dolls, Dollhouses, Dress Up & More!
12. .Corolle Les Cheries Doll Chloé Ballerina – 13" Doll Award winning, absolutely beautiful and durable doll! Moving limbs, eyes and hair that can even be shampooed. Comes dressed in a gorgeous ballet outfit. For additional suggestions see toy category: Dolls, Dollhouses, Dress Up & More!
13Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Folding Princess Castle Award winning, gorgeous solid wood Princess castle. Extra large castle folds for storage and is stunning with its pink and gold screened accents. This enchanting castle has turrets, balconies, buttress, flag and a working drawbridge. A perfect choice to delight all the princesses in your life! Quality & Exceptional Value! Ages 3-9. Also see Melissa & Doug Deluxe Folding Medieval Castle and Melissa & Doug Deluxe Castle Dolls Playset. Worth every penny, providing years and years of enjoyment! For additional suggestions see toy category: Dolls, Dollhouses, Dress Up & More! &Let’s Pretend Toys for Girls & Boys
14. Toysmith Battat Ready Set Go Cars Colorful and durable set of 4 chunky cars great for little hands ages 1+. Pull back action sends cars zooming, with delightful sounds! Award winner! For additional suggestions see toy category: Cars, Trains and Vehicles That Move!
15. KidKraft Deluxe Garage Set Award winning interactive wooden garage set. Features winding ramp from top floor to ground, working elevator & garage doors, helicopter & helipad, car wash with moving scrubbers, 6 cars & trucks, gas station, ticket booth and more! Loads of fun for ages 3-6. For additional suggestions see toy category: Cars, Trains and Vehicles That Move!
16.  Learning Curve Brands Thomas Wooden Railway – Down By The Docks Set 45 piece durable wooden Thomas the Train set includes Cranky, Percy, Bulstrode the Barge, the Sodor Bay bridge, lighthouse and more! Award winning choice for Thomas the Train fans ages 3 and up! For additional suggestions see toy category: Cars, Trains and Vehicles That Move!
17. Fridge Words Magnetic Word Builder Outstanding & award winning educational toy teaches pre-readers and readers to build & read over 325 3-letter words. Lights, sounds & music add to the fun! Ages 3-7. (**For more information view the complete Little Ones Toy Review of this product**) For additional suggestions see toy category:Electronic Learning Toys
18. Play-Doh: Fun Factory Super Set Winner of the Creativity Award, this Playdoh set includes over 35 cutters, design tools, an extruder machine, and 5 Playdoh colors. Hours upon hours of imaginative fun! For additional suggestions see toy category: Toys For Little Fingers (Toddler – Preschool)
19.  108 Piece Super Art Set with Translucent Box by Mega BrandsBudding artists will love this 108 piece art set in a translucent storage case. Everything artists need including markers, oil pastels, watercolors, crayons, colored pencils and more! Creative play for ages 7+. For additional suggestions see toy category: Arts & Crafts/Musical Toys
20.  Aero Ace Us Jet Fighter Black Channel B Air Hogs R/C Highly recommended remote control plane that is both easy & fun to fly. Air Hogs designs a variety of well-engineered flying machines at different price ranges. For additional suggestions see toy category: Indoor/Outdoor Sports & Games
21.Wild Planet Hyper Dash Get kids movin’ with this outrageously fun, award winning game of speed and skill. Electronic tagger calls out the instructions. Race around to tag targets as fast as you can based on colors, numbers, tagging patterns, simple addition/subtraction problems and memory tasks. It’s tricky! 4 different game modes allow for solo, pair or team play. Great for coordination.A big hit with kids and adults! Ages 7+ For additional suggestions see toy category: Indoor/Outdoor Sports & Games
22.  Pacific Play Tents See Me 6′ Tunnel Pacific Play tents & tunnels are the leaders in playtime FUN!! Children absolutely LOVE this 6 foot play tunnel made from the finest quality 70 denier nylon and sturdy steel construction. Padded inner wires protect little knees plus the tunnel collapses flat for storage. This tunnel connects with other Pacific Play Tents/Huts for additional adventures. For additional suggestions see toy category: Indoor/Outdoor Sports & Games
23.  Snap Circuits SC-300 Multiple award winning electronics kit makes building simple circuits and devices fun & easy. Over 60 snap on parts can create 300+ exciting projects with lights, sounds, motors and more. Hours of experimentation for ages 8-14. For additional suggestions see toy category: Discovery Toys & Science Kits
24. Qwirkle Award winning wooden tiles game develops logic and strategy skills. This challenging family game has simple instructions that require players to match tile shapes and colors to earn points. Ages 8-adult. Puzzles, Memory Games & Brain Teasers
25. .  ThinkFun Hoppers Leap into fun with this award winning variation on Peg Solitaire. Develop problem solving and strategy skills while hopping frogs across their lily pads. Game includes 4 levels of play, 40 challenge cards and storage tray. ThinkFun remains a leader in educational products and games! For additional suggestions see toy category: Puzzles, Memory Games & Brain Teasers
For more information, please see:
The Little Ones Holiday Gift Giving Guide and
Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series: This holiday series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
Visit www.littleones.com for our selection of Great/Award Winning Children’s Books, Little Ones Recommended Toys & Gifts, and Children’s Educational DVDs along with teacher tips, parenting articles, family fun and much more!
by littleones.com, on November 5th, 2009     
Give your little ones an appreciation for the true meaning behind this national holiday with this superb selection of Thanksgiving books and DVDs. Thanksgiving is an American holiday rich in history and traditions, and these Thanksgiving books & DVDs are wonderful tools to teach children about the spirit of thankfulness while introducing them to the formation of our nation.
Thanksgiving is a time to be thankful and truly happy with our many blessings. While it is common for young children to want more, it is so important for them to be grateful for what they already have, and to remember others who are less fortunate. Thanksgiving books provide the perfect opportunity to read together and reflect upon this valuable life lesson.
Thanksgiving books also educate children about the history behind this beautiful holiday. The characters and events in Thanksgiving books provide children with important historical background which will be explored at several levels of their school Social Studies curriculum.
Enjoy these appetizing Thanksgiving books and DVDs with your chilldren, and Have a truly thankful & Happy Thanksgiving!
See the complete selection of Little Ones Children’s Thanksgiving Books & DVDs along with helpful holiday hints in our Thanksgiving Special Feature.
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Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series: This holiday series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
by littleones.com, on November 3rd, 2009    
Are you searching for the perfect gifts for the little ones in your life? The Little Ones Parents & Grandparents Gift Giving Guide has it all! The Little Ones gift guide has been designed by a certified teacher and mother of five, so all children's products have been carefully selected for their educational value, quality, and positive themes. These are gifts you can feel good about giving! Many of the products chosen have won multiple awards and have outstanding consumer ratings! Your children will simply love these entertaining and educational gifts, and you'll simply love having Little Ones as your one stop shopping resource!
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2. Little Ones "Twelve Weeks Before Christmas" Holiday Toy Series: This series is designed to help parents and grandparents make smart choices by featuring outstanding/award winning "toys that teach," accompanied by reviews which highlight and explain the educational benefits and specific skills children receive from these types of toys.
3.Little Ones Great/Award Winning Children's Books: Getting your children hooked on books is simple when choosing from this outstanding selection of teacher recommended children's literature. These stimulating books for children from infancy through teens are sure to become instant favorites!
4. Little Ones Favorite Children's Books Boxed Gift Sets: Give the gift of reading with these wonderful children’s books boxed gift sets. Children will enjoy this great selection of books by some of the most popular children’s authors.
5. Little Ones Children's Holiday/Seasonal Books: Holiday/seasonal books are always a perfect gift choice to get children into the spirit of the holiday or season, and teach children the history and meaning behind these special occasions.
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