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7 essentials for your mini chefs’ play kitchen

Anita ButterworthNovember 22, 2017

Mini Masterchefs across Australia will be beside themselves with excitement on Christmas morning when they unwrap the ultimate in pretend play fun - a toy k... Read More...

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Hand-crafted cuddle + kind dolls giving meals to kids in need

Anita ButterworthNovember 14, 2017

Having a cuddly friend to snuggle up to, ease boo-boos and tell secrets to is a must when you're little - no one understands you quite like your favourite s... Read More...

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Birde interactive media player for Aussie kids

Anita ButterworthNovember 14, 2017

These days toddlers hop on the tech train pretty early; screens and smart devices are all part of their early education. It can be a little risky letting... Read More...

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Retro ride

Sammi HallNovember 9, 2017

Just when you thought kids toys couldn’t get any cooler, enter the MO-TO Vintage Wooden Toy Cars range by Candylab. Inspired by mid-century American desi... Read More...

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18 hand knitted critters to fall in love with

Sarah GreenOctober 30, 2017

Is it wrong to have a crush on hand knitted toys? There’s something so special about an individually handmade toy, especially these days when we live in a w... Read More...

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New Lundby doll house with interchangeable decor

Natalie EslerOctober 26, 2017

When it comes to toys, imagination is key. The miniature world of dolls just got more creative with a doll's house that can be designed and styled by the ve... Read More...

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Beautiful A-frame doll house prompts imaginative play

Anita ButterworthOctober 25, 2017

Watching a child play make-believe is magical - it's incredible how their imaginations are bursting with little worlds and cute little characters. A doll... Read More...

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Cabbage Patch Kid wigs for living dolls

Caroline TaylorOctober 2, 2017

Growing up in the '80s was awesome for so many reasons - remember BMX Bandits, Rainbow Brite and Cabbage Patch Kids? Now you can have your very own walking,... Read More...

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Stone the crows – there’s a new Aussie Scrabble edition

Anita ButterworthSeptember 15, 2017

Throw another shrimp on the barbie and have a Captain Cook at this ripper of a game. For the first time, Scrabble is being released in a country-specific ve... Read More...

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Made to order: America Girl launches ‘Create Your Own’ dolls

Jenna GalleySeptember 1, 2017

A doll that looks just like your little one? Yep, there's an app for that! Kids will adore being able to customise these gorgeous dolls, choosing everything... Read More...

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App Review: Toca Doctor

Natalie EslerAugust 3, 2017

Toca Doctor by Toca Boca When your pre-schooler tells you they want to be a doctor when they grow up, tell them to follow their dream and let them have some ... Read More...

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Book Review: My Big Day

Natalie EslerJuly 23, 2017

My Big Day designed by Clare Marshall Can the kids be busy AND quiet? Oh yes they can! Here's a book that shows interactive fun can be had without the use o... Read More...

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Pretend picnic for playful poppets

Natalie EslerJuly 14, 2017

It's a spread that Little Red Riding Hood would be proud to take to grandma's house - as long as she can resist sampling the goodies along the way. This ... Read More...

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Snappie ride

Natalie EslerJuly 3, 2017

Never smile at a crocodile, unless it's a snappy hobby croc - one ride on this sleek little toy and it will be hard to keep the smiles from appearing. Handm... Read More...

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To market, to market

Natalie EslerJuly 2, 2017

It's wheely fun when pretend play imitates real life. Little shoppers can write a list, scour the aisles, fill their trolley with the week's groceries and c... Read More...

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