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We love doing teen guides because most of the items are gifts we want for ourselves! This list does include some more expensive items, but they are quality and tested! Shop All Ages: 0-2 2-4 5-7 8-10 Staple Toys Sensory Table Inserts and Accessories 1. Segway Scooter: Mandy has two of these at her house! The specs on this Segway ninebot 45 scooter are awesome! Segway Ninebot E45 has a top speed of 18.6 mph, travels up to 28 miles, and accommodate a max load of 220 lbs. Even though this is an adult scooter, Mandy’s 7-year old can operate. It also folds up for easy storage and lights up underneath. It even includes a headlight for night riding. 2: Nintendo Switch OLED: This is the latest Switch model. Mandy has this at her house and it’s something the entire family loves playing together. The switch is great because it’s very portable. We love bringing with us on long car rides and on vacation. There are so many family friendly games everyone can enjoy. 3. Bracelet Kit: Pretty Life Girls has outdone themselves with their DIY bracelet kits. They have curated some amazing kits with beautiful colors and accessories. These are so fun for teens to make for themselves and friends. 4. ZAANA: Want the look of the double piercing but don't want the piercing? These Zanna twists hoops give the look of a double piercing without having to get pierced. Save 10% with CODE: TOYTESTINGSISTERS 5. Heatless Curls: If you have a kid who spends so much time curling, try using these heartless curls! You simply wrap your hair around the soft curler! We were blown away that it works so well! This would make for a fun girls night activity. 6. Needohs: You know we love our Needohs! These mini Needohs come in an 18pk. These are fun because they fit in the palm of your hand. Teens can keep in the car, backpack, purse, etc. They are our favorite fidget toy! 7. Hammock Chair Swing: Our 17-year old sister has a hanging hammock in her room and she loves it! This model is great because it has two cozy cushions and a side pocket hole books, iPad, etc. You can use this inside or outside and it holds up to 300lbs! Love the idea of making a lounge nook in a teens bedroom! 8. Rad Bikes:Say hello to the RadCity 4 High-Step. Mel purchased a Rad Bike this summer. She has a model that allows hers to pull her two girls. This model is great for teens! Rad calls this their winner for all-around e-bike. It works on dirt or pavement. This bike has the power of a 750W motor and can go 45+ miles per charge. 9. DJI Mini Pro3: This drone is on the expensive side but if you have teen who loves drones this is the one to get! The features are incredible! Mandy has this drone and it is used a lot! You can set different cinematic settings and it even records in horizontal or vertical mode. It includes a home feature and obstacle avoidance. 10. Lava Lamp: Mandy’s son, Charlie, has a lava lamp in his room and it’s super soothing! Who had a lava lamp in their room growing up? This model is from the original lava lamp company. It stands at 16.3inches. 11. Kodak Printer: This photo printer is unlike its competitors. You can manually plug any phone in and instantly print high quality photos! The ink is cheaper and lasts longer as well. 12. Adult Swaddle: This adult swaddle is from Goosebumps Shop and is our favorite! They have turned their beloved baby swaddle into adult size and come up with the cutest prints and colors. They always do a killer Black Friday sale! 13. Nail Polish Holder: Say goodbye to spilled polish. This nail polish holder has so many good Amazon reviews and makes painting your nails like a pro that much easier. This gift would be perfect for a "beginning nail tech". 14. LIGHT UP Corn Hole: Corn hole is always a fan favorite, but can be a let down when it gets much too dark to SEE! This corn hole set is affordable and comes with 38 ultra bright LED lights which makes playing into the night a non issue. 15. Portable Speaker: Mel was gifted this portable speaker this year and it goes everywhere with her. She uses it on bike rides, at the park, to take her girls on stroller rides, or just for a fun indoor dance party. It packs a punch and is priced well! 16. Buddha Board: This is the original buddha board and is so relaxing. Using water and a brush the tablet can be transformed into a dissolving work of art. 17. Belt Bag: You've probably heard of the lulu belt bag. The price of that one might not be suitable for your teen (who likely looses everything), but this Amazon dupe is the perfect alternative. We love the cream color but it comes in a variety of colors and looks identical to the lulu one. 18. Ukulele: This gorgeous, wooden ukulele is the perfect gift for a creative teen. Help your child learn a new skill with FREE online lessons included in this link. 19. Neck Fan: This might seem like an odd Christmas gift but it's the gift that gives all summer long! This portable, recharging neck can is the best for a hot summer day. Use it to mow the lawn, play outside, or sit in a hot parade. 30K 5-star Amazon reviews. 20. Paint by Stickers: Did you know paint by stickers is also for teens/adults? Snag this darling travel themed paint by stickers. Select the same numbered sticker and place it accordingly to complete your masterpiece.

Ages 5 to 7 is a little trickier age to shop for because these 3 years are FULL of growth. We feel like we did a great job of showcasing a variety of toys that aren't easily outgrown. Shop these guides for a home run holiday experience with your kiddos. Shop All Ages: 0-2 2-4 8-10 Teen Staple Toys Sensory Table Inserts and Accessories 1. GoTrax Electric Scooter: There are many electric scooters on the market. We have tested this electric scooter and have been thrilled with it. The wheels light up so kids can ride day or night. Speed is 7.5mph and it can go to almost 5 miles before needing a charge. Foot button activation makes it easy for kids to jump on and ride. 2. Calico Critters: How cute are the critters and the many, many accessories. Last year Caroline asked for a Calico Critter set for Christmas. This is the set (Red Roof Cottage Home) we purchased and it has been great. We can easily add furniture and animal sets. She loves setting up her home and using her imagination. 3. Hammock: Want to create a nice relaxing space for your kids? These hammocks from Splendipity are incredible. Installation is so easy and the fabric choices are excellent. Our kids love to read, relax, and listen to audio books in their hammocks. They have a max weight of 135lbs. 4. Tubelox: This is a building and construction set. The pieces are all made of plastic and slide and snap into place. Kids can construct real-life objects like a bike, scooter, plane, desk, fort, chair, wheelbarrow, cart, etc. with Tubelox. Save 10% with our code MM10. 5. Karaoke Mic: Mandy has two of these and her kids LOVE! This mic speaker is loud and it also has bluetooth capability. Her kids love to use the mics to free-style sing or they play karaoke songs on the YouTube TV. 6. Magic Mixies: Magic Mixies sold out last year and we can see why! This is a very unique toy because you use the cauldron and potions to create your Magic Mixie. You follow the potion instructions and when you are done, your Mixie will appear. You can also purchase refill kits. We don't typically love toys that can only be played with a few ways, but this one is so unique and jaw-dropping--kids absolutely love. 7: Hoverboard: This Hoverboard has a chrome paint finish with blue LED lights. It can run up to 3.1 miles on a single charge. Max speed is 6.2 mph and the max weight capacity is 220lbs. Recommend this for ages 4+ depending on coordination and balance. 8: Magnetic Tiles Race Track: Charlie got this magnetic tiles race track last year for Christmas. It has grooves in the tiles so the cars can race around the track. This is a great toy that promotes engineering and problem-solving. We also like to add our other tile sets and construct buildings, homes, and towns around the track. 9: BluTracks Race Track: We can’t stand car tracks that require so many pieces and are usually pre-designed. This 18ft track can be laid out the way you want. Our kids love racing down the stairs or using the window attachment. We love that they can experiment with different track options and use their imagination. The track rolls up for easy storage. 10: PlusPlus: Sometimes its nice to step outside LEGO builds and try something else! If you have a kid who loves to build and create, PlusPlus is a must-have! You can easily free style build or follow some of their recommended builds. PlusPlus comes in one shape (mini puzzle shapes). 11. Brain Flakes: These are such good stem toy and our kids love to build with them. The possibilities with these are endless. They can be configured into so many different shapes because of their unique design. 12. Lite Brite: This is a new and more advanced take on the traditional Lite Brite. It's oval shape and smaller pegs allow for more definition and portability. This would be a perfect project to display on a nightstand or dresser and re create time and time again. 13. Custom Denim Jacket: These jackets are custom designed and the patches are hand-picked! We were blown away when we came across this company in the spring of 2022. What kid doesn't want a custom jacket that highlights their personality and interests? You work closely with the owner to create a jacket that is perfect for your kid. 14. Cuddleez Pillow: Disney has done it again with these perfectly squishy, cuddle pillows. These things are amazingly soft and come in a wide variety of characters. You can snag these at Target in your child's favorite Disney character and make their Christmas morning complete. 15. Rotating Bubble Machine: Any party isn't complete without this rotating bubble machine. Hours of playtime fun! Use for an under the sea adventure or to just get some wiggles out. 16. Aaron's Thinking Putty KIT: Run to Costco for this find under $20! Discover the endless possibilities of Crazy Aaron's Thinking Putty! With the Putty Discovery Kit, you'll learn all the different ways to play with putty and fascinating facts about science and nature. With 50 activities, you and your child can spend hours creating new scientific experiments while incorporating sensory play. 17. Dinosaur Eggs: DinoEggs is a fossil digging kit for kids who are curious and ready for discovery! Every dinosaur egg holds a unique dino species to match with an educational flash card. Our kids love using the excavation tools to uncover their mystery dinosaur. 18. Star Projector Night Light: The colorful and unpredictable nebula comes in a variety of color combinations and is decorated with flashing star lights, which can be switched by remote control or buttons. The high-definition starlight galaxy is projected onto the wall and ceiling, making you feel like you are in the vast galaxy. This sweet astronaut is also the perfect decoration in any adventure driven child's room! 19. Instant Print Camera: This instant print camera is so much fun for kids to use. Give them a new sense of independence with taking and developing their own photographs instantly. This specific one comes with accessories and extra printing paper for HOURS of creative fun. 20. Balance Beam: This 4 foot, folding balance beam is made of dense foam and can hold up to 160 lbs. We recommend purchasing 2 sets of these beams to create longer balance activity. Search BALANCE BEAM in the search bar.

Mel and I have put together 20 staple toys for your toy room! This list is not age specific because most of these items can be enjoyed by littles all the way up to teens! The toys listed below have been a major hit at both our houses--we own all of these toys! If you are looking for group gifts for the family or larger, higher price point items, this is your list. Shop All Ages: 0-2 2-4 5-7 8-10 Teen Sensory Table Inserts and Accessories 1. Airfort: This toy gives you a fort within seconds and all you need is a box fan! You don’t have to deal with poles or storing a large fort. This toy folds up in a tiny pouch! Kids just lift the side to enter. It comes in different designs and shapes! Our kids love hosting teddy bear picnics inside or just chilling with blankets and pillows. Save 10% with CODE: TOYTESTINGSISTERS 2. Sarah's Silks: Our favorite play silks are from Sarah’s Silks. They offer beautifully crafted 100% silk play scarves and products perfect for imaginative play. They also come in a variety of sizes, colors, and designs. Our kids love to put in the water, play dress-up, build forts, fly in the sky, and create magical paths. If you want to add silks to your playroom, start by purchasing a few of the classic sized silks and either a giant or double silk. 3. Rockwall: If your kids climb the walls, we have the ultimate solution for you! Megalith climbing has made it easy to add a rock wall in your very own home! All you do is buy these individual panels, arrange to your liking, add the holes, and voila! These are self-installed but are super easy. Find the studs in your walls and they will each hold up to 250lbs per panel. This is the perfect toy that keeps your kids active and entertained. 4. Mud kitchen: This is an heirloom toy that will be used for many, many years. It is made of solid wood and the quality is top notch. We highly recommend the WoodNPoppy mud kitchen. Their mud kitchens are made to order and you can select wood type, finish, and accessories. Mud kitchens are excellent for outdoor sensory play. Kids can enjoy making mud pies, planting flowers, cooking with their backyard findings, and so much more. 5. Stairslide: Who doesn’t want to turn their stairs into a massive slide? Stairslide comes in sections so you can pick the length and thrill level you are looking for! They don’t damage your floor and stack for easy storage. This toy can be enjoyed by toddlers and teens! Use our code to save 10%! Mel has 5 slides at her house and Mandy has 4. We use a play couch as a landing pad! CODE: TOYTESTING10 6. Stepping Stones: These colorful stepping stones from National Geographic will get your kid moving and using their imagination. They are soft and easy to balance on. Our kids love to use in ninja stations, obstacle courses, and pretend play. Littles love to stack and jump on and off. These are great to pair with silks and a play couch. 7. Play couch: Mandy has been become addicted to play couches—she owns 4. Play couches are awesome for imaginative play because kids can create forts, castles, obstacle courses, ninja stations, houses, and so much more. There are many play couch companies but we love LeoMat and Nugget. We recommend investing in at least two play couches if you purchase a Nugget. Nuggets won't go on sale and are $229 for a standard color. Because the Leo Mat has tri-fold cushions, start with one before buying two. The Leo Mat is $399. You can purchase from Target or Leo Mat. There are so many unique colors and patterns to pick from. The Leo Mat is featured in the photo. Save 10% with CODE: TOYTESTINGSISTERS 8. Bounce House: PlaySmol has created aesthetically pleasing bounce houses! No more obnoxious colors. They currently have 3 color options: pinks, blues, and neutrals. They offer 6x6 and 8x8. If you have room, we recommend the 8x8. This toy will keep kids busy and bouncing! Add plastic balls for some fun sensory play. Bounces houses are great for indoor and outdoor wiggles! This will save you during the cold winter months. Use CODE: TOYTESTINGSISTERS to save $30. 9. Doorway swing: If you have active kids, the doorway swing is great for getting out all of the energy! It’s awesome because it doesn’t require any hardware for installation. It holds up to 150lbs. Littles can relax in the hammock attachment and big kids can even enjoy too. We recommend purchasing the deluxe kit which includes the swing, trapeze bar, and hammock attachments. 10. Jungle Jumaproo: We know this is a higher price toy that takes up a larger footprint, but we promise it will be used by so many ages. The Jumparoo is a trampoline for inside/outside with bonus features! It includes poles for climbing and hanging and you can even purchase the rope swing! Tons of kids can load onto the Jumparoo and no one is going to get thrown off because of its double bounce feature. This means you can have a toddler jumping the same time as a teen! 11. Dough Kits: These kits from Mac Kids Kit are affordable and will keep your kiddos entertained for hours. The accessories for each themed box turn play time into an imaginative and sensory experience. 12. Ikea Play Kitchen: Every home should have a play kitchen. The Ikea kitchen is a favorite of ours because it is neutral colored, has an interactive top, and is majorly affordable. Just make sure to check for inventory because these often sell out around the holidays. 13. Billibo: The Billibo is an open ended, award winning toy. Our kiddos have nick named it the "turtle shell". It can be used to spin and wobble and can be flipped upside down to create a fun arrangement of stepping stones. The perfect toy to help get out the wiggles. 14. Wooden Rainbow: This toy made our staple toy guide because our kiddos use it in so many ways. It is a toy that will grow with your child. Not to mention, we found the largest, most affordable one on Amazon and we LOVE IT! 15. Yoto Mini: Say hello to the portable story teller. This story telling device uses cards to play hundreds of classic stories. It doesn't require wifi to work and can be used as a bluetooth device. The portability of this makes it perfect for road trips, plane rides, and camping excursions. 16. Spider Swing: A favorite outdoor toy of ours that can be used on a swing set or a tree. Holds up to 700lbs and can fit up to 6 kids! We love to let our kids pile on and swing high together. 17. Kids UTV Ride On: This ride on toy packs a punch. It uses a 24V battery which means more speed, more power, and better battery life. Two kids can ride together and tot around their gear in the trunk. Trust us when we say you want a 24V battery! 18. Nighthawk Rider: This is the most unique battery powered ride on toy we've seen. It looks like a stingray and turns by using a tipping motion. Our kids have hours of fun riding this through the neighborhood. 19. Wooble Board: Another perfect toy to help get all the wiggles out. You can use this toy to rock, wobble, and teeter. You can also use this for an interactive kids yoga session. Open ended toy with lots of playtime possibilities. 20. Zip Line: If you have 2 sturdy trees this is the toy for you! Turn your backyard into an outdoor obstacle course with this zip line from Fofana Ninja. Using slack line technology this toy can be used for even adults under 250lbs.

This is always the hardest age group for us to create guides for. The are existing that toy phase, yet that are still kids! This list of toys is unique, educational, and keep your growing kids off screens! Shop All Ages: 0-2 2-4 5-7 Teen Staple Toys Sensory Table Inserts and Accessories 1. Trestle Tracks: Mandy has tried a few marble tracks and this one is the solid winner! It doesn't take up too much floor space, allows kids to build and use their engineering brains, and the pieces are solid. Charlie got this for his birthday and he loves it. Mandy went ahead and threw out her original marble run. Also, comparted to GraviTrax, Trestle Tracks is much more user friendly. 2. Remote Control Truck: Another birthday win with this remote control truck. Mr. Toy Tester did all of the research and found that this "hobby" truck was the best option. It is flexible and can climb but also has the speed kids love. It is also a great size. Kids can easily transport but it isn't too small. 3. Custom Jacket: These jackets are custom designed and the patches are hand-picked! We were blown away when we came across this company in the spring of 2022. What kid doesn't want a custom jacket that highlights their personality and interests? You work closely with the owner to create a jacket that is perfect for your kid. 4. Ninja Station: Who doesn't want an outdoor Ninja set? This set is awesome because it can work for kids all the way up to teens. It's easy to install and has a variety of attachments for the slack line. Charlie and Caroline are obsessed with their kit. We also love that this set is manufactured in the United States. 5. Jewelry Kit: These kits are a great way to keep kids busy! This set comes with 7,200 pieces! It has a great variety of colored clay beads, letters, smiley beads, and other charms. 6: 3D World Puzzle: If your kid wants to try something besides LEGO, these 3D puzzles are super cool! The pieces are numbered and you intersect them to build a 3D creation. We have built the Eiffel Tower, Castle, and World. It's also a cool toy to display in a kid's room. 7: Spring Bots: This is such an awesome STEM toy! You build robots and they are powered by kinetic energy. This kit allows you to build 3 robots. Models include a race car that drives up to 60 feet, a robot that walks up to 20 inches, and a countdown timer that counts down up to 6 minutes. The models are powered by a mainspring, the main device found in old-fashioned clocks. 8: GoTrax Electric Scooter: We love the brand GoTrax! We have found their quality and features to be excellent. GXL V2 is the Gotrax most classic, mature, and reliable electric scooter. It can travel up to 12 miles. Max speed for this scooter is 15.5mph and it can hold up to 220lbs. 9: Pierced Earrings: These earrings come in the cutest designs and colors. We love that the backs screw on so no more losing earrings and backs. They also offer a monthly subscription. This would make for such a fun monthly gift for your kid. All earrings are surgical grade stainless steel, hypoallergenic, lead & nickel free, and 18k gold plated. 10: Snow cone Machine: This is a fun toy/activity that kids can enjoy all year long. Mandy has this one at her house and Charlie and Caroline love! It's easy for kids to load the ice and manually pull down to create yummy, soft ice. This snow cone machine has great review and its's awesome that it's stainless steel. 11. Origami Book: This book comes with everything you need to make fun origami creations. It is filled with 20 different projects and hundreds of papers ready to fold. A unique gift and craft for you pre teen. 12. Razor Scooter: This scooter is so fun to zip around the neighborhood on. We love the retro vibe and color. This is battery powered and can be easily charged and recharged for years to come. This comes with a powerful 24V battery and can reach speeds up to 15mph. ALWYAS use your safety gear! 13. Saving Bank: This award winning educational toy is intended to teach kiddos the value of saving, spending, and organizing their money. Color coded acrylic lids make saving, spending, and sharing a much simpler concept to understand. Highly rated on Amazon. 14. Caboodle: You remember Caboodles right!? This vintage inspired toy is perfect for makeup, toiletries, craft supplies, you name it. Pre teen girls always have knick knacks to store, so give them somewhere to put them. 15. Geode Kit: National Geographic has come out with a really fun geode cracking kit. This kit includes 10 natural, premium geodes, safety goggles, 2 display stands, and a detailed instruction and learning guide. Crack these open and watch the wonder on your kiddos face when they discover the beauty inside. 16. Tumble Track: Due to the variations in thickness and pressures, air tumbling tracks can be bouncy and safe to land on. It is also the best gift for teenagers to practice gymnastics or tumbling. This one on Amazon has tons of good reviews and is a great size for the price. It also includes the air compressor, repair kit, and carrying bag. 17. Sensory Swing: If you can be a little handy, this hanging sensory swing is a blast. This kit comes with everything you need to give your kiddos a unique sensory experience. The price point is excellent and this is a totally unique gift that will blow your kids mind. 18. Penny Board: This 22 inch skateboard is perfect for a beginning skater. We love toys that get our kids moving and outside. We loved this galaxy design but they also come in a variety of colors and patterns. Pick a unique one that fits your child's personality. 19. Jellyfish Lamp: This jellyfish lava lamp is the perfect accessory for any pre teen's room. The best part is they get to put the jellyfish in the lamp and create something that is unique for them. This lamp offers 20 different color changes with a portable remote. 20. Loombot: This is the Loombot from Fat Brain Toys. We love toys that are crafts for this age group. This kit comes with everything you need to become a knitting pro. You can knit hats, scarves, and more with this knitting tool. Just crank and watch the magic happen.

You may have noticed that we didn't include our favorite inserts and accessories on our holiday toy guides. We decided we need a separate guide because all of these goodies can be enjoyed by so many ages! If you haven't invested in a sensory table and plastic bins, we recommend the the following: -Ikea (often out of stock) -Creative Learning Co. (should be fully stocked Q1 2023) -Button and Bug Shop All Ages: 0-2 2-4 5-7 8-10 Teens Staple Toys 1. Art Easel: We love our art easel from Creative Learning Co. This insert has so much functionality. It includes pre-drilled holes for markers and has spots for paint containers. The acrylic is so fun for kids to paint on. Since it’s double-sided, two kids can enjoy at the same time. Mandy’s kids even put the boards flat on the table and paint or use chalk crayons on them. 2. Wooden Montessori Kit: Every sensory table needs a set of wooden bowls, lids, plates, and spoons. Kids will use these when playing with a variety of filler mediums. We love using wooden sets with rice, beans, corn, chickpeas, and sand. 3. Acrylic Letters: Acrylic letters are so much fun to use on a light board or to hide in a sensory table and let kids dig out. This set is from Creative Learning Co. You can create so many fun activities with acrylic letters. 4. Potion board: This potion insert from Creative Learning Co is a best seller and fan favorite for us! Kids love to pour their potions with these fun test tubes! We love filling with vinegar and baking soda! We even use food coloring and our kids go nuts! This insert is a must-have! 5. Potions: Little Lark makes potion creation easy with their pre-made potions. The potions are bio-degradable and are themed with positive affirmations! These potions are a total blast and don’t include artificial dyes or fragrances. 6. Cup board: If you can’t tell by now, we love Creative Learning Co! Thir cupboard is perfect for so many activities! Cups can hold small parts, tools, accessories, art supplies, dough, and so much more! If you are new to inserts, start with the potion and cup board. 7. Dough Kit: Dough just got a facelift! Mac Kids Kits has developed amazing dough themed kits! We love dough kits because they combine sensory and imaginative play. We were blown away with the perfectly curated accessories selected for each themed kit. 8. Resin Letter: CharsJars creates incredible resin toys! We are always blown away with what she comes up with! We highly recommend grabbing her resin letter set! Be sure to give her a follow because she is continually releasing new resin products! 9. Dough: Throw out Play Doh and get yourself some Doughsie Dough! These doughs are all natural and are amazing to the touch. Doughs are perfect for sensory play! Stock up on these! We promise you won’t be disappointed. 10. Resin Learning Kit: This sensory learning box is from Busy Littles! It includes so many different resin pieces, upper and lower case letters, numbers, shapes, learning cards, etc. There are so many ways you can use this learning box. 11. Pom Pom Push: This pom pom push, from Button and Bug, is my 2-year old's favorite sensory insert. Buy a bag of poms from your local craft store and watch in amazement as your little one size sorts with this acrylic board. 12. Kinetic Sand: Kinetic sand is one of our favorite sensory fillers. It's a little messy but easy to vacuum up and keep stored. It doesn't dry out like play-doh which means it lasts a lot longer! 13. Market Sensory Kit: Busy Littles has created an awesome market sensory kit that includes fruits, veggies, market cards, and accessories. This is a great kit to use in sensory play! 14. Letter Board: Pair your resin letters with this wooden letter board from the, Creative Learning Company. Perfect way to introduce your child to the alphabet in a unique and memorable way. 15. Mirror Board Insert: This mirrored insert is actually really unique! It can also be used for a wide variety of ages. Use it for tummy time with your little one on the ground, then use it as reflection and matching practice with your older child. This insert is from Creative Learning Co. 16. GIANT water beads: Our kids think this giant water beads are pure magic. You place them in water and they grow into giant, jelly, jiggling water beads. They bounce and are fun to touch. We recommend playing with these outside. 17. Assorted Poms: We love pom poms as a sensory medium. They can be used to sort colors, sizes, and are soft to the touch. Grab a bag of these at your local craft store or on Amazon! 18. Dream Sand: We have just recently been introduced to dream sand and it's addicting. It's like a soft, gritty, sand that is easy to mold and shape. Grab a few of these from Target and save them for your child's stocking this year. 19. Assorted Charms: These are slime charms from Amazon that our kiddos love to add into any sensory medium. We use this in rice, beans, confetti, play-doh, you name it. You can also buy different themed charms which is fun for the holidays. 20. Fine Motor Skills Tool Set: This is the perfect tool set to get started with sensory play. You can also use a variety of tools you already have at your home. Scoops, measuring cups, and spoons, make the perfect tools for sensory play.

School is back in session which means there are lots of littles at home with tear filled eyes as they watch their older siblings leave. We have curated the perfect list of toys to turn those frowns upside down. These toys will keep your kiddos entertained and have been tried and tested. Leo Mat : We love play couches and the Leo Mat is new to the market! It has a tri-fold technology which means you get 6 cushions and 2 triangles! Play couches are perfect for open-ended play! We love constructing forts, obstacle courses, ninja stations, mazes, and so much more. You can use code TOYTESTINGSISTERS for a discount at checkout. Yoto player: The yoto mini is a portable story player that kids can operate on their own! It doesn’t require Wi-Fi. Kids love selecting their story cards and inserting them into the yoto. You can use headphones with your yoto for a long car ride. This is a great way to get off the screens and fall in love with audio books. The kids' meditation cards are a fan favorite too. Squigz: Fat Brain Toys make the funnest, silicone building toys perfect for little hands. These suction powered rubber toys can be stuck to almost any service and make for a creative frenzie. Our kiddos like to take these in the car and use them on the car windows. Button and Bug Table Inserts: These table inserts can be used with or without the play table. Purchase the plastic container from your local IKEA and go wild. These inserts can be used as open ended/sensory play in a wide range of learning activities. Designed and developed by an occupational therapist and mom, these are perfect to keep your little one busy. Use code TOYTESTINGSISTERS for 10% off at checkout. Wild Pine Board Sorters: These beautifully crafted, wooden sorting boards are unique and perfect to keep little hands busy. Select a wide range of boards and custom colored gems to create a thrilling fine motor skills activity. Use code TOYTESTINGSISTERS at checkout for 15% off. Bilibo: This award-winning, open-ended toy is so versatile and keeps littles engaged as they improve motor skills and balance. The Bilibo can be used inside or outside! Kids love to spin, rock, and balance on their turtle shell—the Bilibo. Doughsie Dough: Dough kits are a great way to keep littles busy enjoying sensory and creative play. Themed kits are awesome because you can select a kit that fits the current interest of your child. The dough accessories are always perfectly curated. Our kids love playing with their dough kits. Homer App: This is our favorite early learning app. Our kids are going to find themselves in front of screens, so why not control the content. This early learning program can be customized to both age and level and adjusts to your child accordingly. Our link gives you a 45 day window to try the app for FREE! https://glnk.io/04kp/toytestingsisters

Who doesn't love bath time? We have rounded up our favorite bath toys and products so you can elevate bath time for your kids! You don't need a ton of toys for bath time! Here are a few favorites to keep kids entertained and smelling fresh! There are so many bath toys on the market, always make sure you are selecting items that are BPA-free and can be easily cleaned so mold and mildew don't grow. If bath time is part of your night time ritual, consider investing in a bath subscription package. Our favorite is included in this list. Honeysticks Bath Crayons: Keep the art mess in the tub! Honeystick bath crayons are made of beeswax and soy wax. They are made with 100% natural food grade ingredients. The colors are non-toxic and make for easy cleaning. The jumbo size crayons are great for little hands. Dabble and Dollop Shampoo, Gel, and Conditioner: We have become huge fans of Dabble and Dollop. Their owner created a safe and clean product line for babies and kids. They have gels, whips, and conditioners that smell amazing. The ingredients are natural, vegan, and pure. Ferry Boat and Mini Cars, Green Toys: This bath toy is awesome because it can also get lots of use as an outdoor water toy. It's easy to clean and dishwasher safe. It comes with a ferry and two mini cars. Green Toys has created high-quality toys that last! GloPals: If you don't own GloPals, it's time to make a purchase. You buy these little “pals” and insert the cubes in the back of the character. They are water activated, and light up once they are placed in the water. These are super fun bath toys and your collection of characters can grow with your child. Squigz: These suction cup toys are great for the tub and shower walls. Kids can build squigz creations. Squigz's are also great travel toys. Perfect for airport and car windows. Boon Jellies: Jellies are also suction toys but their ocean vibe is so fun for littles. Kids can stack the jellies and create different scenes. Cloud and Droplet, Ubbi: This set is made of silicone and opens for easily cleaning in the dishwasher. Once open, you can submerge and fill with water! These are great for a sensory table too. Boon Pipes: Bath wall toys are so much fun and this set give your kid the chance to engineer water play. The pipes suction to the walls for easy play set up. Bath Bombs: These bath droplets are from Dabble and Dollop. All ingredients are safe and clean. This set comes with 12 bath bombs with 4 amazing scents (strawberry, tangerine, vanilla, honeydew). Bubbles and Joy: We have fallen in love with Bubbles and Joy bath subscription boxes. They curate unique bath toys and bath products. They select BPA-free and mold safe toys. These boxes make great gifts.

Christmas is over which means we are all in organization mode. This can often feel overwhelming if we don't take the time to map out a plan and review the product we might need to help create the space we desire. We recently appeared on Studio 5 KSL to share our toy organization tips with viewers. As you know, Mel and I have many, many toys! Since I do have an insane amount, I have created centers within my play room. For example, I have a movement zone where my kids bounce on their Jumparoo, build forts with their Nuggets, and set up some pretty awesome obstacle courses. I have other centers for building, dress ups, and even pretend play. This helps bring order to my play room. I also regularly rotate my toys! I keep about 30% of my toys in my storage room. I rotate my toys often—this makes old toys feel new and keeps my toy room uncluttered. Recently, I have tried adding more of a Montessori feel to my play room. I love the concept of open shelving because it reduces the amount of toys available, promotes independence, and helps children understand what to do when they are done playing with their toys. I recently took one of my cubed storage units and removed all of the baskets. I placed individual toys in the shelf. It has been interesting to see how much more use these toys are getting. My kids can easily see what's available and put away their toys when they want to do something else. Here are links to some of our favorite toy organizing products! Game pouches: Game boxes take up so much space! These pouches are perfect for storing games and eliminating clutter. These also make transporting games so much easier. Forward-facing bookshelf: We love these types of bookshelves because you can put out a few books for your kids to select from and they can easily see the options available. Montessori inspired shelf: This self is beautiful and is by Inspired Montessori Learning. Using a shelf like this simplifies how many toys your kids have access to and promotes independence. Dress Up Rack: Using an adjustable clothing rack is great for dress ups! Pick 5-6 of your kids favorite items and hang. You can then store the rest of your dress ups in storage and rotate every month. "Shoe" storage bins: If your kids have LEGO sets, it can he hard to know how to store them. These bins are from Walmart and cost just over $1. They are perfect for stacking and storing LEGO sets and instructions. Lego storage drawers: These are great for storing classic LEGO. Its easy or the kids to pull out the drawers and you can store the bricks by brick type. PRO tip! Don't store by color, keep them sorted by brick type. Lazy Susan: I have two of these in my play room. One is used for a building station where I have placed PlusPlus, Brain Flakes, and Stacking Stones. The other one holds Caroline's baby products for her baby doll station. These are great because it keeps small items together and allows for simple categories. Stuffed animal bins: Who doesn't have 1M stuffed animals at their house? One way you can store these darling stuffies is stackable storage bind! Your kids can swap the ones they want access to and if you are feeling crafty, simply add hardware and hang out the walls. Clear looker bins: These clear looker bins are great to place in cubed organizers. Your kids can easily see what toys are in the bin. You won't need a label for any of your bins if you are using these clear options. My goal is to swap out all of my bins for these! Hinged stacking clear containers: These are actually intended to hold sweaters but they are great to store larger toys. I love that this container has a lid because it keeps out dust and other toys. These containers can also be stacked. Stackable clear drawers: I use these for my learning toys! They are technically for storing shoes but they work great for small items. I keep our counting bears and math cubes in these. My kids can easily pull out the drawers and it's awesome that they stack too.

Isn't January the LOOOONGEST month ever? Even though my home is loaded with many toys, sometimes it is hard for me to play Barbies or LEGO all day. I bet most moms can relate to this! When the days seem long, I love to break it up with games! This allows me to use my brain and also keeps my kids focused on one task! Games are also a great way of bringing the family together! We love playing games with Charlie and Caroline but we also enjoy a good adult game night. We have worked closely with the Game King to develop a great list of games you need to add to your game closet. If you are new here, we coined Darin Adams as the Game King. Darin hosted a game segment on Studio 5 KSL for 10 years and knows his games better than anyone else. Every game in the post is Game King and Toy Testing Sister approved. These games will help beat that cabin fever that we are all experiencing. Skull King: Over the summer Will was introduced to this game. He quickly got our entire family addicted. Even Caroline (4) can play a modified version. It reminds me of the game huey luey but there is more strategy and twists and turns. This game should be in every game closet! Save 15% with code TOYTESTINGSISTERS Nuts about Mutts: At first this reminded me a little of Uno but the creators of the game added more features to make the game much more exciting and fast. Everyone is my family (Caroline 4, Charlie 6) can play. Save 15% with code TOYTESTINGSISTERS Bears and Bees: I have never stayed up late to play games with Will but I couldn't stop playing this game. The goal is to discard your tiles by matching colors. There is some strategy required but it's also fun to play and chat at the same time. Charlie can easily play but Caroline needed a little help from dad. I love how it challenges my kids to look at tile placement options. Save 15% with code TOYTESTINGSISTERS Watch demo here Color Brain: This is a great group game. I gave this game to my parents for Christmas and they love it. The goal of the game is to guess the color associated with the object everyone is guessing. It has some fun twists to make it more competitive. This game is better for teens because it is a trivia game. Watch demo here Slam Cup: This is a fast game that brings a fun energy to the room. The goal is to stack your colored cups depending on which colors appear. This is great or little kids and is fun for adults too. Watch demo here Happy Salmon: This is a quick and loud game which makes it a great party game. The goal is to match your cards with other players. There are silly actions associated with each card. This game is fast to learn and can easily be taken anywhere. Whozit: This is a hilarious party game. You take turns secretly picking a character from the lineup, then tip off your teammates by rating how well a pair of clues applies to your choice. Would Darth Vader drive an expensive car? This game is recommended for 10+. Gonuts for Donuts: This is a great family game. It's recommended for ages 8+. Players all pick a donut they want by placing one of their number cards face down on the table. Players simultaneously reveal their number. If two or more players have matching numbers, that donut is discarded and no one gets it. What's that Sound?: This game is a hoot! Can you make the sound of a can opener? A sound of an object is made and the goal is to guess the object. There are some pretty funny sounds and this makes for a great party game. Recommended age is 7+. Watch demo here Think N' Sync: The goal of this game is to think alike with your partner. Pick a partner and then, at the same time, shout out an answer to the chosen category. Can you both name the same cereal? This is a teen game! Herd Mentality: I also gave this game to my parents and they really liked it. They even took to Colorado to play with my Grandparents. The goal of this game is to think as a herd. You don't want to be the odd man out! This game is recommended for ages 10+. Watch demo here Just One: This game won the Spiel des Jahres award category in 2019. You work together as a team to discover as many mystery words as possible. All identical clues will be cancelled. Recommended for 8+ but Charlie (6) can play this game. Watch demo here Cobra Paw: This is a quick party game and the goal is to snatch the tiles, spotting the tile with the matching pattern. You must have ninja-like reflexes! This game is for ages 5+. Snip Snap: This is a fast moving dice game and the goal is to be the first to find a match between your dice and the opponents. It is recommended for ages 7+ Zingo: My brother Kendall sent this game to my kids for Christmas. It's like playing Bingo but with some "zing"! The goal is to fill your game boar with matching tiles. I love that they can play alone or Will and I can join in! P for Pizza: I love fast-paced word games even though I am not great at them. In P for Pizza, the goal is to think of words faster than your opponents. Like 'spicy food starting with G'. You then build a pizza slice out of the cards that you win. P for Pizza is a speedy and super fun word game for two players or more, ages 8 and up. This game can be played by Charlie (6) and Caroline could be on a team with someone. Watch demo here Sherlock Express: Sherlock Express is a fast game of deduction where everyone is a suspect! The goal is to find the enemy by finding the suspect by animal type, accessory, and location. This game is suggested for 7+. Watch demo Watch us demo a few of these games! Bears and the Bees Color Brain Slam Cup Sherlock Express What's That Sound? Herd Mentality Just One P for Pizza Sherlock Express

Your baby has turned into a full blown toddler and has loads of personality. Together, Mandy and I, have put together a gift guide that is sure to thrill. Pair a few of these gifts with some yummy valentines chocolates or treats and your child will be filled with love this Valentine's Day. Every family celebrates Valentines a little differently. Mandy and I enjoy curating a small package with a few toys, games, books, and of course candy! Many of these items you won't find at your local Target. We have tried to keep a much lower price point on many of these toys, books, and games. These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Ages 2-4 This is such a fun age to shop for. This age is also perfect to start explaining the concept of Valentine's Day and watching them soak it all in. I feel like you really can't go wrong when shopping for your little one. They are so easily pleased by these small gifts. This toy guide is full of items from some of our favorite brands and companies. Jellycat Butterfly: Jellycat makes an excellent quality stuffed animal. I love that this one is shaped like a butterfly, making it super unique. This toy is soft, snuggly, and made to last! Piggy Paint Scented Nail Polish: My girls absolutely love painting their nails and toes. I have been really trying hard to keep the ingredient list short and clean when it comes to their nail polish. Piggy Paint makes a non toxic, kid friendly, vegan nail polish and it is SCENTED! The price point is great and it is also made in the USA. Heart Box Craft: This darling heart box craft is from Melissa and Doug. It comes with everything you need to have fun decorating this box to fill with trinkets. Monkey String: Have you heard of monkey string? It is bendable yarn coated in a sticky wax to make the strings pliable. Everything that is hands on and involves one of the senses is a huge hit at my house. Try this out and let us know how you like it! I can promise it will not disappoint. Balancing Blocks: These balancing blocks, made by Tekor, are perfect to help your child develop their fine motor skills. These stones are made of wood, colorful, and are super fun to stack. These get a lot of playtime at our house. Custom Chalks: These custom chalks are from a local Utah company, Let's Talk Chalk. I have linked you to her Instagram page to place an order! These chalks are so fun because each one can be personalized with your child's name. She also has other fun heart shaped chalks you can check out on her page. Heart Shaped Sunglasses: What little kid wouldn't love a cute pair of heart shaped sunglasses? These are the perfect size for little faces and have great reviews! Doodle Board: This doodle board is perfect to throw in your bag for a road trip, or to bring with you to church. Zero mess and it can be used time and time again. We love that this one has a stylus that is attached so it won't get lost! Playdough 10 pack: This assorted play dough comes in a 10 pack and is an Amazon exclusive deal. We go through tons of play dough at our house so I am always trying to keep stocked up with more. We also love giving this away as small gifts and it would be super fun to let your kids give out to their class instead of candy. Lacing Cards: These lacing cards are from Flourish Heirloom which means the quality is amazing. We have this set and Olina uses them ALL the time! Our favorite place to use these is in the car. They really do keep her busy for a long time. A Little Princess Board Book: Babylit books makes my favorite board books. They imitate some of the classic literature that I love which is a lot of fun for me to share with my girls. This specific story is a friendship primer and is perfect for Valentines. Wrist Streamers: These Sarah's Silk's wrist streamers are to die for! They are so beautiful and made out of 100% real silk. Let your child put these on each arm and run wild. Heart Magnets: I ordered these for my 3 year old a few weeks ago and she absolutely loved making them. I think children this age really thrive when they are given a little independence with a craft like this. She decorated these all on her own and we were able to let her proudly display them on the fridge. Cuddle and Kind Deer: This is a splurge but totally worth the investment. These dolls are all hand made and absolutely beautiful. This company also donates meals to children in need for each purchase made. We love a company that gives back! Playdough kit: This play dough kit is from A Wondoughful World and is curated beautifully. The owner hand picks each item and puts these kits together perfectly. We have a subscription with this company and it is so much fun to get a new kit each month.

Charlie is 6 and it has been so much fun watching his toy and game interests change as he is growing. He loves building, creating, and almost any game! Because Charlie is the perfect test subject for this age group, it was really easy an fun putting together this Valentine's Toy Guide for ages 5-7. Every family celebrates Valentines differently. Mel and I enjoy curating a small package with a few toys, games, books, and of course candy! Many of these items you won't find at your local Target. We have tried to keep a much lower price point on many of these toys, books, and games. These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Ages 5-7 This age group is so much fun because they still enjoy when you play with them, but they are also growing and developing their own independence. This means it's easier to play with siblings, friends, and even alone. We have some awesome toys, games, and must-have items for this age group. Big Gem Diamond Art: Over Thanksgiving, we took a diamond art set with us. We were expecting our teen sister to play with it. Charlie and Caroline immediately jumped in and wanted to give it a try. Charlie spent hours using the diamond art set creating pineapple stickers. It's also a great tool for hand-eye coordination. Kids on Stage: This game is such a blast for kids! We love it because it can be used by kids 3+ and it works well even with different aged people playing. It's a charades game where you act out an animal, object, or action. Classic Lego: These mini classic Lego sets are fun to collect. Mandy has all of the colors at her house. The red set is perfect for Valentine's Day. This toy is great because they can build mini items. These sets are not difficult and easy to store. PlusPlus: If you have a kid who loves to build and create, PlusPlus is a must-have! You can easily free style build or follow some of their recommended builds. PlusPlus comes in one shape (mini puzzle shapes). This is great because we all know how easy it is to lose a Lego piece. Fujifilm Instax Mini: Mandy had a small NYE party and one of the kids brought her Instax mini! It was the hit of the party. All of the kids spent time capturing different moments from the night. Charlie kept his instant "polaroid" images and currently has them displayed in this room! This is such a fun toy for almost any age! Drone Home: This game was a 2021 TOTTY Finalist and comes highly recommended by one of Mandy's besties. The goal of the game is to get your alien to the launch pad and carried away by the drone. If you alien is flown away by the drone, you are the winner! Brain Flakes: This building toy is new to Mandy's collection! We had heard really good things about Brain Flakes and knew we needed to give them a try. This set comes with 500 disc flakes that interlock with any flake. They come with many different colors and an instruction book to make different creations. Love that all of the parts are the same so it doesn't matter if you lose a piece. It's pretty insane what can be produced with these Brain Flake discs. Rally Felt: We stumbled upon Rally Felt Co. when we found out their sets could be used on the Nugget Couch. Rally Felt creates felt sets that come with a matching book. We love the set Me and My Amazing Body! The book is interesting and even includes some fun facts. Mandy's kids love the body felt set and enjoy learning about all of the organs in the human body. You can purchase a la carte sets or they also have a monthly subscription option. Zingo: This game is like Bingo but with a Zing! Mandy's kids got this for Christmas and it has recently been their go-to game. Each player gets a bingo-like card. There is a device that outputs chips with different images on them. The first player to fill their card wins. Sarah's Silks: If you follow us, you know we have an obsession with anything created by Sarah's Silks. On January 10th they released their Valentine's line. This mini blue silk is absolutely beautiful and can be used for pretend play of all kinds. AquaBeads: Do you remember creating bead objects and animals as a kid by either placing an iron on the beads or cooking in the oven? Obviously fun but kind of dangerous and a lot of work! We love Aquabeads because they are easy for kids to design on their own and all you need is water to activate! You can produce many creations and even pull them apart and start fresh. It's also easy to purchase refill kits. This is the perfect activity to keep kids busy and off the TV. Stardust Nee Doh: Give us all of the Nee doh products! This Stardust Nee doh is the perfect color for Valentine's Day! We have found Teton Toys has the best selection and prices for all Nee doh products. You can save 10% on your purchase at Teton Toys if you follow us on IG. Red Butterfly Art Poster: We started using giant coloring posters from Red Butterfly Art back in October 2021. They are massive and we like to put them on our kitchen or dining room table and leave them out for our kids to color on throughout the week. Kate, the owner, is the artist behind these creations. We also love that there are duplicate images on these giant posters so kids don't get upset if they want to color a specific item. The poster we are featuring here is the Every Time Game Board. STEM Drilling Set: Charlie got this STEM construction and engineering building set for Christmas. It comes with 237 drill pieces for your child to either make their own creations or follow recommended instructions. You can build in either 1D or 3D. All of the pieces and drill fit into a small carrying case which we love. Mandy can attest that this is a very relaxing toy to play with as an adult! Magnetic Drawing Board: This magnetic drawing board is perfect for keeping kids busy when you are out of the house! You simply drag the pen across the magnetic board and the beads pop up! It's actually a great sensory and mediation toy. It keeps you focused and kids love the clicking and mesmerizing pop up beads. This toy is recommended for ages 3-8 but it would also be great for teens too!

Who doesn't love spreading a little love? Valentine's Day is the perfect opportunity to purchase a few items that didn't make the holiday toy list! Every family celebrates Valentines differently. Mel and I enjoy curating a small package with a few toys, games, books, and of course candy! We have put together toy guides with some awesome ideas for you! Many of these items you won't find at your local Target. We have tried to keep a much lower price point on many of these toys, books, and games. These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Ages 8-10 This age group is so much fun for us to curate gifts for because they are almost to that "tween/teen" age but still have that innocence that goes away too fast! We have some awesome toys, games, and must-have items for this age group. Mini Brands: Who would have thought that a tiny SPAM or Hershey's would be such a hit? Mini Brands have become so popular for kids! The brands come in a surprise package so you don't know what you will get! Kids love to collect as many brands as possible. You can even buy a grocery store to display the collection. BUDDHA Board Art Set: This board is excellent for mindfulness and meditation. Your kid can draw or write whatever they want on the board and it will disappear. It's calming to use this Buddha board and it's a great activity for relaxing the mind and letting go. Slam Cup: This is the perfect game for all ages of kids! The goal is to get rid of your cups as fast as possible by stacking them depending on the latest color. Slam Cup is an awesome party game and can be easily transported. Burritos Tortilla Blanket: Who doesn't want to be wrapped up like a burrito? This burrito blanket has almost 50,000 review on Amazon! It's extremely soft and a great size. LEGO BrickHeadz Valentine's Puppy: These BrickHeadz by LEGO are gaining popularity. LEGO has released this darling puppy for the holiday of love! It's a great size and not too difficult to build. This gift is perfect for any LEGO lover. KumiKreator: Why didn't we have the KumiKreator when we were growing up? This kit creates necklace and friendship bracelets. We promise this kit will be a massive attraction by anyone who is at your home! The tweens in Mandy's neighborhood go nuts over it. Teenie Nee Doh: These teenie tiny balls by Schylling Toys are the perfect stress balls! They are small enough that your kids can practically transport anywhere. Nee Doh balls are our absolute favorite sensory/fidget toy brand! It may sound crazy but we have over 30 of these doh filled wonders! Pro Tip! Keep these in the car for your kids and you—constant entertainment. Specks: Who would have thought magnetic building balls could be so addictive? You can transform these mini magnetic balls into almost any creation. They comes with a display board and cutting tool to make separating the balls easier. Charlie and Mandy are addicted. National Geographic Geode Kit: If your kid loves cracking open dinosaur eggs, you need to get the geode kit. You can purchase either 10 or 15 geodes. The kit comes with everything you need to uncover precious geodes. The kit also includes 3 display stands. VTech KidiZoom Creator Cam: What kid doesn't want to make their own videos? The KidiZoom Creator Cam even comes with its own green screen. The software includes green screen animations and photo frames. It is a video camera, but also takes photos. This device is contained which is great because it doesn't connect to WiFi—no accidental video or photo uploads. TENZI: This dice game is a total blast and can be played with large and small groups. It's a perfect party game or great to play as a family. BluTrack: We were over the moon when a follower told us about BluTrack! We immediately knew we had to get our hands on the race track! This BluTrack includes a 15' multi-lane race track! It's very unique because it doesn't connect piece by piece, which is great for storage and ease of use! Mandy's kids simply attach the BluTrack to a window and start racing the cars. The track comes with a suction cup so it can stick to a window. Jellyfish Aquarium: Teton Toys said we had to get this jelly fish aquarium for Charlie. This aquarium is awesome! Your kids can easily set up the aquarium and it's really fun. Once ready, you turn on the switch and you have beautiful, life-like, jellyfish floating around. Aaron's Thinking Putty: Give us all the thinking putty. We even have a hard time putting it down. This thinking putty is great for busy hands and comes in a variety of colors and smells. It stores in a tin and can be kept in the car or a bedroom—great tool for winding down. Just be sure that your child is mature enough to keep it out of the carpet! Giant Pop It: 400 Bubbles: Go big or go home! How long do you think it would take you to pop 400 bubbles? Instead of buying pop it after pop it, purchase this giant pop it. It's going to keep your child entertained. The pop it is perfect quiet activity for the car, church, or while watching TV. Walkie Talkies: Kids love walkie talkies. This set is great because it comes in a 3-pack. They are extremely durable and the radio communication hardware is excellent. Get creative and add these to your camping kit. Take your kids outside and let them have fun exploring and using their walkie talkies to communicate their findings. COMFY Dream Wearable Blanket: These wearable blankets are great for these cold days. The sherpa fabric is super cozy. They can wear watching TV, playing video games, reading books, and even sleeping. These are great for camping and throwing on during cold sporting events. Why? 1,111 Answers to Everything: Books are an awesome item to give for Valentine's Day. If you have a kid who likes to ask questions and wants to know just about everything, this book is for them. The book includes serious and silly facts. Every wonder why islands float?

We love creating teen gift guides because most of the items we recommend, we want for ourselves! This guide includes games, fidget toys, fashion, beauty, and all things chill. As moms, we love making the holidays magical! We go to as many egg hunts as possible, throw an awesome Easter party, visit the Easter bunny, and create as many holiday crafts as possible. Over the past few years, Mel and I started a tradition where we shop for our Easter basket goodies together. Who doesn't love a GNO with their sister and bestie? These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen 1. Bucket Hats: Obsessed with these patterns from Urban Outfitters! These would look so cute with biker shorts and a graphic tee. Perfect accessory for the warm month ahead. 2. Sunnies: These aviator sunnies from Anthropology are a classic and a must! 3. Cloud slides: Mel and I both have these and we LOVE! They are so comfy and waterproof. 4. Dime Cosmetics: I have been using the works set for over a year. It's clean, affordable, and can be used by all teens. 5. Skull King: This is currently our favorite game as a family! It reminds me of the game huey luey but there is more strategy and twists and turns. Save 15% with code TOYTESTINGSISTERS. 6. Stance Socks: These are Will's favorite socks and Charlie love them too. There are so many awesome designs to pick from. 7. Disco LED Blue Tooth Speaker: Who doesn't want to have a disco party? This bluetooth speaker illuminates with a spinning frenzy of color and light! 8. Aurora Cloud LED Laser Projector: Zen time anyone? This projects swirling auroras and nebulas into your space, creating a cosmic ambiance. 9. Thread Wallet: These wallets come in fun colors and designs. They are great for holding a license, student ID, and credit card. 10. Wacky Wavy Mini Tube Guy: Your favorite car dealership decor in mini form. It's motorized and fills with air! 11. Sunnies: Love these sunnies from Anthropology because they are large and give a vintage vibe. 12. Speks: This set comes with 12 magnetic pentagons. You can make over 100 combinations. Such a fun fidget toy! 13. Happy Salmon: This is a quick and loud game which makes it a great party game. The goal is to match your cards with other players. 14. Women's Nike Sweatshirt: This color is perfection. Snag before they sell out. 15. Zanna Heart and Stars Studs: This is our favorite jewelry brand. Insanely amazing quality and they are waterproof and tarnish proof. Use code TOYTESTINGSISTERS to save 10% on your order 16. Men's Nike Sweatshirt: Can't go wrong with a this blue sweatshirt with the Nike logo and swoosh design. 17. Dohjees by Needoh: Of course we have a Needoh product on our guide! These dohjees are new and super fun to collect and squeeze. 18. Toilet Light: Where was this when I was growing up? There are multiple color options and a remote. 19. Microfiber Hair Towel: Game-changer for hair! Spray on your product and wrap hair! It reduces static and sucks out the water. 20. Bears and the Bees: The goal is to discard your tiles by matching colors. There is some strategy required but it's also fun to play and chat at the same time. Save 15% with code TOYTESTINGSISTERS. 21. Diced Cheese: Cheesey dice game you can take anywhere! It's easy to learn and play as a group. 22. Lululemon Crossbody: I have this bag and it's great because it can easily hold my phone, wallet, snacks, and lip gloss. 23. Buddha Board Art Set: This board is excellent for mindfulness and meditation. You can draw or write on the board and it will disappear. 24. Birkenstocks: These are a staple. Waterproof and extremely comfy. 25. World's Smallest Bopit: Perfect, mini entertainment. And yes, it totally works. 26. Caboodle: This retro caboodle is the rage right now. Love the white! 27. Shocktato: It is basically like hot potato but the person holding the potato when the timer ends gets a friendly little SHOCK! 28. Laneige: This is the best lip sleep mask out there! Perfect for boys and girls. 29. Necessaire: I can't live without this. It doesn't have a smell and hydrates so well. 30. TP Blaster: The toilet paper gun transforms the TP into spitballs! 31. Aaron's Thinking Putty: Perfect sensory toy! Great for reducing stress and anxiety. 32. Vinyl Stickers: These are created by the artist Bri Lew. Her work is incredible and you can mix and match an order. 33. Bracelet Kit: Pretty Life Girls curated the most gorgeous clay bracelet kits. Caroline loves her set. 34. Bogg Bag: I am obsessed with my bogg bag! It's great for the pool and easily wipes out. This is the smaller version which is great for teens. 35. Diffuser: Love that is has a remote and it can be set to different colors and times. 36. What's That Sound?: This game requires you to identify the object based on the sounds your teammate makes. 37. Libbies Bracelets: These are made of glass tila beads. You can wear day/night, swim, exercise, etc. 38. Herd Mentality: The goal of this game is to think as a herd. You don't want to be the odd man out! 39. Color Brain: The goal of the game is to guess the color associated with the object everyone is guessing. It has some fun twists to make it more competitive. 40. Super Goop: Best sunscreen! SPF 40 and doesn't feel like a sticky sunscreen. 41. Yoga Mat: Over 50,000 reviews and has a thick comfy mat. Great gift for your teen to help reduce stress. 42. Birkenstocks: These platform birks are a must for teen girls this summer. The white is prefect. These are from Nordstrom Rack.

This can be a challenging age range for purchasing toys/games. They aren't teens yet but their interests are definitely maturing. This guide is curated for movement, building, creating, and relaxing. We have found some insanely fun items for Easter! Who wouldn't want to climb on a ninja line or put a trick scooter to use? As moms, we love making the holidays magical! We go to as many egg hunts as possible, throw an awesome Easter party, visit the Easter bunny, and create as many holiday crafts as possible. Over the past few years, Mel and I started a tradition where we shop for our Easter basket goodies together. Who doesn't love a GNO with their sister and bestie? These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Trick Scooter: This trick scooter is great for the kid who loves to be active and wants an upgrade from a standard scooter. Easter Lego: I am ordering for Charlie. He loves to get holiday themed lego sets. Bunny Squishmallow: This is going to go fast! Don't wait and order asap. KumiKreator: Perfect for a creator. The pre-teens in my neighborhood love to throw bracelet parties with this toy. Fidget Set: Fidget toys are perfect for all kids! This set has a great variety. I love the peas in a pod. 5 Second Rule: This game is hilarious. The goal of the game is to name 3 things within a category in 5 seconds. Clay Kit: This is a fast drying clay set that is great for an artist. Kit comes with fun tools and accessories. Needoh Dohjee: These are new to the Needoh line and are fun for kids to collect all 24! Race Set: Everything you need to run a wacky race set! Six obstacles are included in each set. Love that you have everything you need to run a party race. GraviTrax: If you have a child who loves a challenge and building, this marble run will be a massive hit. Hydro Flask: With summer approaching, adding a new water bottle to the mix is a must. P for Pizza: Match the letters with the categories, then shout out an answer before anyone else. Recommended for 8+. Disco LED Blue Tooth Speaker: Who doesn't want to have a disco party? This bluetooth speaker illuminates with a spinning frenzy of color and light! Squeezy Peezy: This is Mandy's favorite fidget toy. It's filled with tons of water beads. Creatto Lion: Great for a builder. This is a 3D puzzle set that also illuminates when done. The lion is so cute! Aqua Beads: These are so much fun! You place the beads and spray with water. Kids can create so many fun designs. Creatto Heart: This is the heart version of the 3D puzzle. It illuminates when completed. Polish Me Silly: These polishes are unique because they are color changing and also come in unique shades and funky textures. Skateboard: Great beginner skateboard that won't break the bank. Great reviews with a low price point. Fofana Ninja Kit: Ready to give your backyard play area a face lift? This ninja kit is extremely easy to set up and comes with a bunch of ninja accessories. Save 10% by using our code 10TOYTESTING Pineapple Roller Skates: These are a little bit of a splurge but would be so amazing to take to the skate park! Lego Easter Kit: Legos are such a popular toy and this cute easter themed one would be darling to add to a basket. Taco, Cat, Goat, Cheese, Pizza Card Game: This game is basically an upgraded version of "slap jack". You'll get lots of laughs and fun from this game. Tamagotchi Pix: This is the newest version of tamagotchi. It has a camera on the back so you can take pictures with your virtual friend. Smiley Face Slippers: These are all the rage this year! Order a pair for yourself even! Yoda Echo Dot STAND: Most kids have one of these fun echo dots in their room. Use this stand to display it and make it fun! Popcorn Maker: This silicone popcorn maker is easy to wash, store, and use! Make homemade popcorn even easier with this nifty gadget. Did I mention it is dishwasher safe? The Bears and the Bees Game: Grandpa Beck makes lot of incredibly entertaining games. This is a favorite of both Mandy and Mel's. Nerf Gun: This traditional nerf gun is perfect to have an ultimate battle with your kids. #1 best seller in toy foam blasters. EOS lip balm: This is Mel's absolute favorite chapstick. Added bonus that it is shaped like an EGG! Volleyball: What is more fun than getting outside and playing a game of volleyball? How fun is this colorful one? Easter Egg Amazon GC: Having a hard time deciding what to get your TWEENAGER? Order them this Easter gift card and claim your reward. Dash Waffle Maker: This waffle maker produces waffles in the shape of bunnies...need I say more? Instax Camera Film: We know lots of your snagged this camera for you kids for Christmas. Gift them this extra film which is perfect for celebrating and capturing memories for Easter. Stance Socks: This three pack of stance socks is the perfect addition to any Easter basket. Color Changing Light Bulbs: These light bulbs can be controlled by Alexa or a smart device. This would be so fun to pop into your kiddos room. Paint by Sticker ZOO Animal Book: Think paint by numbers but with stickers. These are perfect for MESS free fun. Fidget Pencil Toppers: These pop its are so very addicting and satisfying. Add one to your kids pencils at school. Classic Lego Kit: Legos are fun to build at so many ages. This kit is a perfect place to start if you are new to Legos. Smithsonian Jellyfish Lamp: What a fun and creative night light! This requires you to assemble before use which makes it a bit like a science project.

Mandy here and this guide turned out to be my absolute favorite. Now that Charlie is 6, it has been fun to see how has interests in toys have changed. This toy guide is full of active toys to keep your kids busy along with toys that will spark creativity. As moms, we love making the holidays magical! We go to as many egg hunts as possible, throw an awesome Easter party, visit the Easter bunny, and create as many holiday crafts as possible. Over the past few years, Mel and I started a tradition where we shop for our Easter basket goodies together. Who doesn't love a GNO with their sister and bestie? These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen 1. Squishmallow Bunny: Everyone loves Squishmallows. Snag this Easter Bunny before they all sell out. 2. Lumi GloPals: Mel and I are so glad we were introduced to this company. Lumi lights up when she is put in water. GloPals make bath time and sensory play so much better. 3. Decorate Water Bottle: With summer around the corner, a new water bottle is a great addition. This one is awesome because they can customize it with stickers. 4. Maple and Lark Rainbow Light: Reminds us of a Lite Brite but so much better. It's an investment but you get decor and toy all in one. 5. Sticker Art: Currently a fav at my house. Charlie will sit down and do this for a solid hour. He loves that he follows "instructions" and then ends up with an art piece he can display. 6. Dino Eggs: I don't know why kids love breaking open these dino eggs but they do! Grab a tray and some dino egg tools and let them start digging away. 7. Easter Pop Its: Can't go wrong with Pop Its. This set can be split up in Easter Baskets. 8. Hanging Pod: Mel and I both have this and we hang from our Jumparoo. Would also be great to hang in a toy room or bedroom as a mini space to read and relax. 9. Human Organ Board: Over the moon excited about this company! This board has engraved human organs which is perfect for education and fun. The board fits into the Ikea FLISAT table. 10. Balance Board: These are a must. So much creative play and excellent for getting wiggles out. My kids love to incorporate their boards into their obstacles courses. 11. Remote Control Car: This is a 2-sided remote control car with 360-degree rotation. I am snagging this for Charlie. We love to be in the mountains and this is the perfect outdoor toy. 12. Geo Puzzles: LOVE these puzzles. If you have a kiddo who is into geography, the GEO puzzles brand is the best. The pieces aren't too small and it's great for this age group. 13. Globbles: These are sticky but not messy. Six Globbles come in vibrant colors and are great for sticking, stacking, squishing, and slinging. 14. Art Easel: Many art easels take up too much space. This one is great because it is compact. You can either paint on the acrylic surface or add paper. 15. Door Ping Pong: Great alternative to a bulky ping pong table. Its's designed by one of our favorite toy companies, Fat Brain. 16. Blair GloPals: Blair lights up when she is put in water. GloPals make bath time and sensory play so much better. 17. Creative Cloth Co. Washable Mat: A unique selling point for this canvas washable mat is the pocket for holding markers or crayons. You just throw in the wash to clean and you have a fresh canvas. Great toy to bring on trips because it is so compact. 18. Pokemon Binder: This binder is excellent for keeping Pokemon cards organized. Charlie has a similar one and it's easy for him to carry around and trade with friends. 19. Geo Board: Such a creative take on a puzzle. This wooden geo board comes with bands and 30 challenge cards for your kids to follow and create with. 20. Light Up Sandbox: Light up tables can be so expensive. This is a light up sandbox that can also support water. Use the light up table for foam, sand, water, magnetic tiles, dough, and more! 22. Walkie Talkies: Charlie and Caroline love this walkie talkie set. It's great that the set comes with 3 walkie talkies and the colors are so cute. 22. Giant Soccer Ball: This giant soccer ball is huge and so much fun for outdoor play. Would be such an awesome addition to your outdoor toys. 23. PlusPlus: You can easily free-style build or follow some of their recommended builds. PlusPlus comes in one shape (mini puzzle shapes). 24. Zingo: It's like playing Bingo but with some "zing"! The goal is to fill your game board with matching tiles. 25.Slam Cup: The goal is to stack your colored cups depending on which colors appear. This is great or little kids and is fun for adults too. Watch demo here 26. Ninja Zipline: So excited about this company and toy! You can now easily transform your backyard into the playground you want. Save 10% by using our code 10TOYTESTING 27. Easter Lego: Themed Legos are so much fun for the holidays. Snagging this for Charlie because he loves getting new Lego sets. 28. Gem Art: Great for hand-eye coordination and kids will love creating unique diamond art stickers. Both Charlie and Caroline love playing with their Gem Art kits. 29. Doorwing: Fan favorite and currently Caroline's #1 toy! It doesn't require any hardware and it's simple to install. You can even purchase the hammock swing and trapeze bar as attachments. 30. IBricks: These are giant foam, Lego shaped blocks. You can build so many different creations and forts. 31. Nuts About Mutts: At first this reminded me a little of Uno but the creators of the game added more features to make the game much more exciting and fast. Save 15% with code TOYTESTINGSISTERS 32. Play Make Up: Caroline is a huge makeup fan! I love these makeup sets because they look real. Beware of "real" kid makeup. It can be full of dangerous toxins. 33. Magnetic Board: You simply drag the pen across the magnetic board and the beads pop up! It's actually a great sensory and mediation toy. It keeps you focused and kids love the clicking and mesmerizing pop up beads. 34. Drone Home: This game was a 2021 TOTTY Finalist. The goal of the game is to get your alien to the launch pad and carried away by the drone. If your alien is flown away by the drone, you are the winner! 35. Star Projector: Excellent reviews on Amazon. Love this as a night light alternative. 36. Dough Kit: Dough kits from Wondoughful World are amazing because the accessories the owner sources are top notch! You can continue using the accessories even when the dough gets old. 37. Paint Sticks: We love paint sticks! Kids love more than crayons and they are less messy than markers. The paint sticks are so smooth. 38. Unicorn Pop It Purse: Pop It purses are such a hit! Caroline has one and she loves to carry her play makeup and the purse doubles as a fidget toy. 39. Needoh Globs: These can be hard to find. We recommend checking out Teton Toys if you are local to Utah. This set has 18! Would be so fun to fill in Easter eggs. 40. BluTrack: Such a unique find. This is a massive15 foot race track. You can even attach to a window. I love that there aren't a million pieces.

What a fun age this group is! I think this might be my very favorite age to shop for. There are so many good options and the joy and excitement from this age cannot be beat. Holidays are just so much fun when you have cute kiddos to celebrate with. As moms, we love making the holidays magical! We go to as many egg hunts as possible, throw an awesome Easter party, visit the Easter bunny, and create as many holiday crafts as possible. Over the past few years, Mandy and I started a tradition where we shop for our Easter basket goodies together. Who doesn't love a GNO with their sister and bestie? These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Melissa and Doug Wooden Fruit: Melissa and Doug makes the best quality toys. We love this set because you can cut the pieces which makes it more interactive. Palm Grasp Crayons: These are perfect for little hands and it's just a bonus that they are egg shaped. Air Fort: This is the original Air Fort. Attach to a box fan and you have a giant play fort in seconds. Calico Critter Mini Pals: Calico Critters are one of the toys that get played with a LOT at my house. For whatever reason the mini characters are the ones most coveted. Stella Doll: Manhattan Company is another toy brand that does a great job at making toys that last. This soft doll has a magnetic binky and you can purchase additional accessories. Green Toys Car Hauler: Green toys are made with recyclable materials and are perfect for wet and dry play. Melissa and Doug Cookie Sheet: This cookie sheet is a staple for any toy kitchen set. The velcro cookies are fun to scrape off and serve. Star Belly: These are making a big commotion this year in the toy world. A soft, squishy, stuffed animal that projects stars on the ceiling. How to Catch the Easter Bunny: We love this series of books and they made an Easter one which is lots of fun to read during the Easter season. Easter Pop-It's: Pop it's have been super popular this year, so why not throw a few into their Easter basket!? Water Wow Splash Cards: Use the water paintbrush to reveal the letters and associated characters on these reusable, alphabet flash cards. Montessori Cutting Set: This toy might seem a little out there, but it is actually super useful and quite the rage right now. This kit comes with everything your toddler needs to practice cutting foods safely. Daisy Sunglasses: Add a sweet pair of sunglasses to the edge of your toddlers Easter basket. Functional and cute! Manhattan Toy Company Lamb: One of our favorite stuffed animal brands. This soft, cuddly guy is perfect for Easter. Munchkin Sippy Cup: Our favorite sippy cup, TODDLER sized! Hooded Towel: This is a hooded, microfiber towel/poncho. This is my favorite to take to the splash pad or pool. Karaoke Microphone: Hook this up to a smart device via bluetooth and make all your child's karaoke dreams come true. Mandy has two of these and are an absolute hit. Toddler pajamas: Our favorite pajamas from Amazon. So many good color options. Beach Toys Set: This set is perfect for fun in the sun. We take this to the park and make the perfect sand castles. The bucket is also collabsible which makes it easy to store and go. Writing Tablet: There are a TON of these on the market, but this one is super highly rated on Amazon and the pen is ATTACHED! No more losing the pen that actually makes this toy work. Gazillion Hurricane Bubble Machine: Add your bubble solution to this bubble machine and watch your kids amazement when it produces THOUSANDS of bubbles for them to chase and pop. Piggy Paint: I love these because they are NON TOXIC! My toddler has her hands in her mouth a lot, and this paint is as safe as MUD. Acrylic Peg Board: This acrylic peg board is made by The Creative Learning Company and fits perfectly in your IKEA Trofast table. It can also be used as a light up board by placing some puck lights under the insert. Confetti Eggs: Walmart sells these as cheap as you'll find them. They are biodegradable easter eggs that are filled with confetti that explodes when they are thrown. Don't wait to purchase these. They WILL sell out. E is for Easter Board Book: Babylit sells this darling toddler book. The illustrations are gorgeous and this is the perfect themed alphabet book. Use our code: TOYTESTING15 for 15% off your purchase at checkout. Green Toys Tea Set: Made out of environmentally safe, recycled materials this tea set is so cute and non toxic. Wooden Rainbow: Look no further, we have found the largest, yet most affordable wooden rainbow. This thing is huge and perfect for open ended play. Mod Paint Sticks: Our favorite non messy paint alternative. These are addicting to color with and a favorite of mine to gift for birthday parties. Melissa and Doug Ice Cream Counter: This is one of our TOP TEN toys. It gets so much use and our kids love using the scoop to pick up the ice cream and serve it to their excited customers. Wooden Beehive: Mandy and I were both born and raised in Utah and the beehive is a state symbol of ours. This company does an excellent job at hand making each beautiful piece. Color Reveal Barbies: These come packaged and painted. Add water to your packaging container and watch the dissolvable paint swirl off your new Barbie doll. These are so fun and this smaller size is perfect for Easter. Egg Chalk: Chalk is a staple at Easter and we thought these tie dye egg chalks were perfect to gift. Bathtub Finger Paint: This is bathtub finger paint/soap. You can make fun designs all over the bathtub wall that also serves in washing up your little one. Calico Critter Family: This koala family is one of my most played with toys. I love that the cute little koala sits on her mamas back. Fat Brain Toys Gear Spinner: This toy will get SO MUCH USE. Both my baby and toddler are obsessed with watching the gears spin around as they stack them together. Road Tape: This is so fun to tape on the ground and use as a track for your race cars. Acrylic Neon Letter Set: These are beautiful and great to use while learning letters and playing with your sensory sets. Add them into a bin of rice and go fishing. We have fallen in love with everything from Creative Learning Co. Spill Proof Paint Cups: These are the easiest way to contain the mess that is paint. Pour your washable paint into these cups and watch in amazement as they tip over and don't spill. Color Wonder Pages: These are perfect if you hate cleaning up maker hands. The markers are clear and only work when used on this special paper. Aqua Brush Activity Set: If you're looking for something religious to add to your toddler's Easter basket this year, we found the perfect thing. This is a Book of Mormon themed water book. Use code: TOYTESTINGSISTERS for 20% off your entire purchase!

Mel here and this guide was a lot of fun to make. Sometimes it is tricky to figure out what to get your brand new baby or toddler. You want to make holidays "fun" but aren't sure what will spark their interest? I am here to help! As moms, we love making the holidays magical! We go to as many egg hunts as possible, throw an awesome Easter party, visit the Easter bunny, and create as many holiday crafts as possible. Over the past few years, Mandy and I started a tradition where we shop for our Easter basket goodies together. Who doesn't love a GNO with their sister and bestie? These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Carrot Teether: This cute teether has over 26,000 5 star reviews on Amazon! My 1 year old loves this because it's easy to hold and chew. Jellycat Stuffed Bunny: Isn't this forest green color beautiful? I love that it is unique and the BEST quality. Driddle for Little Matching Eggs: Right now this is my 1 year olds absolute favorite toy to play with. She loves pulling them apart and matching them back together. Driddle for Little Busy Board: This board has everything that your baby likes to get into...this version is just SAFE. Perfect solution to a sticky situation. Peter Rabbit Crinkle Book: This is a toy and a book in one. This Easter themed story would be perfect for your little one. Plus, there is a teether your baby can nibble on. Fat Brain Toys Wobble Stacker: Another favorite of both Mandy and Mel. This gets lots of use and the quality is unmatched. Sarah's Silks Minis: These are the perfect baby and toddler size. We use these in the tub, for dress up, and lots of imaginary play. Lovevery Rolling Rattle: Lovevery is one of Mel's favorite brands. I jumped for joy the minute I realized that Target now carries a variety of their toys. Melissa and Doug Keys and Car Toy: Melissa and Doug is one of our favorite brands because they are built to last. This toy gets lots of playtime and both our houses. Lovevery Ball Drop: This wooden toy can't be beat. It is so highly rated and competitors sell it for double the cost. E is for Easter Book: Babylit books is one of our favorite board book companies. Their illustrations are beautiful and each book is made to last. Use code: TOYTESTING15 for 15% off your purchase. Burts Baby Easter Pajamas: 100% organic cotton baby pajamas. This set is soft and one of our favorite go-to baby pajamas. Black and White Baby Book: Did you know that these books are perfect to stimulate your babies ever growing mind? Wood and Ivy Desert Stacker: These are neutral and beautiful. These can also double as bath toys. Montessori Wobble Stacker: Made by Lovevery, this wooden stacker is a fun take on the typical colorful one you often see. Teething Egg: This teether provides soft vibrations when your baby chews. Highly rated and tested by us! Little Blue Truck Springtime: This is one of my favorite books to read to both of my girls. They love lifting the flaps and the story line captivating. Creative Learning Co. Cup Board: This insert goes in your IKEA trofast table. This is their best seller and is perfect to develop fine motor skills. Custom Chalk Set: Let's Talk Chalk makes some really fun custom chalks. This would be the perfect Easter basket addition. Creative Learning Co. Potion Board: It's fantastic for pouring, mixing, and making all kinds of scientific discoveries.

It is always tricky to figure out what to buy for your baby or tabbie "toddler/baby". We have curated a gift guide for ages 0-2 that will help you come up with some fun and unique Valentines gift ideas for your little one. Add a few baby safe treats, balloons, and you've got yourself the ultimate Valentines baby bundle. Every family celebrates Valentines differently. Mandy and I enjoy curating a small package with a few toys, games, books, and of course candy! Many of these items you won't find at your local Target. We have tried to keep a much lower price point on many of these toys, books, and games. These guides include: Ages 0-2 Ages 2-4 Ages 5-7 Ages 8-10 Teen Ages 0-2 This age group is so much fun! Your little one is just starting to explore the world around them and really developing a fun personality. We have stacked this gift guide with lots of our favorite baby items that are somewhat Valentine themed. Enjoy! See, Touch, Feel, Love; Board book: This is one of our favorite books to read with our little ones. We love that this book gives you just the right amount of sensory play for your babies developing brain. Stacking Cups: These stacking cups are from one of our favorite companies, Wood and Ivy. They do a fantastic job of selecting colors and materials that are beautiful and esthetically pleasing. My one year old loves this bath toy. She loves filling up the cups and dumping the water on herself. This toy is perfect to improve fine motor skills. Romeo and Juliet Babylit Book: This book is a counting primer and from one of our favorite board book companies, BabyLit. The illustrations are beautiful and the colors are vibrant. This was, and still is, one of my girls favorite books. They like to count the items on the page with me and tell me how much of each item they see. Silicone Stacking Hearts: How cute are these stacking hearts? They are made of food grade silicone which makes them perfect for your teething baby. I love taste safe products, plus these are so dang cute AND heart shaped! Baby Booties: These baby booties are so cute and cozy. I love that they are a faux sherpa. I promise that these WILL stay on. I swear these booties with the snap on the front are the best alternative to socks. They are soft and will keep your babies feet warm. Cuddle and Kind Lamb: This is definitely a splurge. This Lucy the Lamb can be purchased in both size 13" and 20". This company makes some really quality stuffed animals. They are 100% handmade and have a quality guarantee. You won't go wrong purchasing from this company. Wooden Car: This Hape wooden toy car is really cute and perfect to start your wooden toy collection. Wooden toys are made to last and Hape is a trusted brand that we love. This toy helps develop fine and gross motor skills. Sarah's Silks Heart Streamer: This little streamer is one of the most played with toy at our house. We use it when we are having dance parties and I also use it to lead music for my Primary kids at church! Their products are made with 100% silk and are excellent quality. Heart Teething Spoons: These are teething hearts that double as a spoon. These toys were made to be oral motor therapy tools. How great that they are functional and heart shaped. Wooden Rattle: How cute is this wooden rattle? We shared the natural version but you can order it in 16 different colors. They also have an option to personalize it. What a fun and unique idea! Heart Rattle: This cute little rattle is from Amazon and is priced at only $2! We have this at our home and it's really easy for a baby to hang on to and shake. Jellycat Dinosaur: You know that our love for Jellycat runs DEEP. They make a phenomenal quality stuffed animal that is incredibly soft. This dino would be perfect to pair with a fun Valentine themed book. Mushroom Teether: These mini mushroom teethers stick to a variety of surfaces and are all the rage right now. They are easy to grip and chew which makes them irresistible to babies. Tie Dye Pajamas: Behold, the famous Amazon toddler pajamas. This company makes the softest and best fitting jammies for an extremely affordable price. They manufacture a million colors, patterns, and fits. You will thank me later for introducing you to the best toddler pajamas on the market. I own multiple of these for my girls and they totally live up to the hype. Blossom Baby Teether: This baby teether from Sarah's silks is so fun. Luella has this same teether in the ocean color and she loves to tote it around and hold it. The silk is soothing to touch and the wooden ring makes it easy to hold and the perfect toy to chew on. Silicone Rainbow Stacker: I bring you another taste safe toy, because we all know that 90% of these toys are going to end up in their mouth. Check out this darling stacking rainbow from Wood and Ivy.

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Mel and I love creating backyard spaces that our kids, friends, and family love spending time enjoying. We both like hosting backyard parties and having a few water toys for everyone to enjoy is a must! There is nothing better than hanging out with your besties, sipping beverages, while your kids play with their friends. Mel and I came up with our top 10 recommended water toys that will keep your kids entertained all summer long! 7ft Mister Monster, HearthSong: If this doesn't scream summer and backyard parties, what does? The 7ft monster mister is huge and perfect for keeping kids cool this summer. We love the bright colors and durability. Water sprays out of the monster's mouth and belly. The legs fill with water which is great because it helps keep the monster stable. It doesn't include a pump, so make sure you have one on hand. If you want to add a water toy to your backyard but aren't ready to commit to a pool or inflatable bounce house, this monster mister is perfect. Jumbo Water Beads: We love water beads but these jumbo water beads make sensory play even more fun! They are great to add to an outdoor water table or mud kitchen. If you haven't used water beads before, you simply put them in a bowl full of water and wait a few hours while they grow. We love pairing a lemon squeezer tool with these. Kids love to put the beads in the squeezer and watch them get smashed. Playsink, Cute Stone: In January I purchased a similar play sink for my kids. I was actually surprised how much they loved the practical play toy. This sink has a few more features than mine and comes highly rated on Amazon. The play sink comes with cutting food, utensils, and table accessories. The play sink circulates running water from the faucet and the pots/pans even release "steam". Your kids will love using this water toy inside or outside. This is the type of toy that will get played with from ages 1-7 and teaches real life skills. Bunch O Balloons: This is the only way to fill balloons. I can't even imagine having to hand tie balloons. Every year we stock up on bunch of balloons. We use them during parties or when friends come over to play! It only takes a few minutes to fill the balloons. You can often find these at Costco. When you see them, grab two packs and you can thank us later. Over the summer these balloons sell out fast at Costco and Amazon. Splash pad, Jasonwell: Over 11,000 Amazon reviews on this splashpad sprinkler. It's 68'' and great for toddlers and little kids. Dogs will also enjoy this toy too! All you need is a garden house to hook up and you can adjust the water pressure with with the spout knob. Some water toys require a lot of set up. We love that the splash pad can be put up quickly and easily stored. You could even turn this splash pad into a sensory water pad by adding some water beads, water tools, and ocean figurines. Mud kitchen, WoodNPoppy: This mud kitchen is an investment, but it's something that will last and get used all of the time. WoodNPoppy lets you select your wood type and finish. You can even customize how many sinks you want and if you would like a water hand pump! This toy is perfect for sensory and imaginative play. The outdoor mud kitchen can be used in so many ways. Plus, it keeps the dirt, water beads, sand, and liquids outside. There are more affordable mud tables on the market for around $150. The downside is they won't last as long due to material quality. If your kids love to explore, create, and spend time outside, this is your mud table! Water table, Step2: I bought this water table in the spring of 2020 because I was desperate to entertain my kids. This is our favorite water table because there is enough space for many kids to play and enjoy at the same time! It comes with a variety of water tools for sensory play. You can even turn this into a sensory table. We love putting water beads in ours and also using it as a car wash station. Inflatable water bounce house, Banzai: Mel and I both have inflatable water bounce houses. Our versions aren't available online anymore but we have a great alternative. Both of our hubbies were skeptical when we first purchased but they have admitted they were wrong! We absolutely love this water toy and it gets used at least once a week. It's great for kids of all ages and an excellent alternative to heading to the pool. Pro Tip! We highly recommend purchasing a water pump. This allows you to circulate the water and pump the water out when finished. If you dump the water on your grass instead of using a pump, it will scorch the grass and ruin your lawn. Water blasters, Max Liquidator: We opt for these water blasters over water guns any day. They are made out of pool noodle material and come in a 6pack. You don't have to have a pool to use them. Fill a few coolers with water and let your kids load them by pulling back the handle. For around $20, these are a steal and an essential to any water fight. Slip n Slide: Last year I hosted a massive backyard party for family and wanted to have a water toy that would be fun for teens and adults too. I purchased my slip n slide from Costco but it is no longer available. This slide is great because it includes the racing bodyboards and is 31ft. This slide has a spray curtain so it keeps the slide wet and littles can even enjoy sitting and running through the water.