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Little Tikes EasyScore Basketball Set

March 14th, 2010

Little Tikes EasyScore Basketball Set




18 months – 5 years. This basketball set from Little Tikes grows as fast as toddlers by adjusting to six heights from 2 1/2 to 4 feet. Includes an oversize rim and a junior size basketball. Base must be weighted with sand (not included). 22″L x 23 3/4″W x 60″H.

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5 Stars Our 3 kids really like it!
We got this for our son’s 3rd birthday and it’s been a big hit! All 3 of our kids (ages 4 1/2, 3 & 1 1/2) are able to use it since it adjusts in height. I think this will be used for many years to come! It is not extremely stable and sturdy even when weighed down with water, but it hasn’t fallen over or anything and I think it will hold up well even with kids being a little rough with it. Overall, we really like it!

3 Stars It’s Alright…
Once the product arrived, obviously, I was excited to set it up. I didn’t realize it required sand to fill the bottom. It’s very unsteady without it. My daughter (who is 26 months) doesn’t pay much attention to it. When she does play with it, it’s usually with any ball she can find (which is ok by me.) It was a good buy, since she’ll play with it for some time to come. I wish I would have known about the sand ahead of time, though, so I could have bought some before it arrived. Pretty good product, overall.

2 Stars fun but not durable
my 3-year-old son loves this. But the board quickly bent forward, I saw one in a daycare the board bent forward over 50 degree, which makes me worry about how long we can play with this set.

same product from Fisher price looks a lot better.

5 Stars Fun!
My son loves this toy! He got it for Christmas so he was almost a yr and a half old. It’s the only toy he has that he plays with every single day. I am planning on taking it outside this summer for him. Love it!

5 Stars Awesome Toy for my 18 month old nephew
We were pleasantly surprised that our gift to my 18 month old nephew was a hit at Christmas. He LOVED his basketball hoop and ball. He couldn’t even wait for us to get the net on the hoop, he started slam dunking the ball immediately, and was so happy playing with it!! The entire family was entertained by his antics for at least 15 minutes, which for a toddler is a lot of time to dedicate to one activity. Awesome, awesome gift.

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Melissa and Doug Solar System 48pc Floor

March 6th, 2010

Melissa and Doug Solar System 48pc Floor




Whether 24, 48 or 100 pieces – even double-sided pieces – weve got the floor puzzle for you! Choose from puzzles that are rectangular, 10 feet long, circular, or die-cut shapes. Pick from colorful wildlife themes, historical themes and more!

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5 Stars educational
My girls were so excited to open this at Christmas time. They were excited to recognize earth. As they put the puzzle together they were kneeling on the pieces trying to get the pieces where they need to go. The puzzle seems to be very strong where kneeling on them won’t hurt them. The colors on the puzzle are sharp. I was very impressed. I think this puzzle is a good way to get your kids to know what planets there are and what they look like.

5 Stars Love the floor puzzles
I love the colorful melissa and doug floor puzzles! They are fun to put together and usually educational too.

5 Stars Durable, educational and fun
Melissa & Doug Solar System 48pc Floor

First I bought this product for my nephew who is 9 and has an interest in space. He loved it and kept taking it apart and putting it back together,

now he is going to glue and hang it on his bedroom wall. So I ordered two more for my grandson who is five and my sister’s grandson who is 4.

They both love them. The four year old had a great rainy day putting it together and since he’s wild about the planets lately he was really pleased. His parents recognized the Melissa and Doug product name and knew the quality of their puzzles. I wish they would come out with one that is large with the stars and the constellations, all three are beginning to have an interest in the night sky. Great durable pieces. Grandma M

5 Stars Very satisfied
This is the fourth M&D jigsaw puzzle we have purchased for my son (he just turned 3). They are a challenge, but a managable one. He gets a great sense of accomplishment when he finishes, and we get to identify the objects in the picture-another learning opportunity. The pieces are big enough for him to handle easily and they typically divide in such a way that it isn’t too hard for him to find a match. Great opportunity for semi-guided learning through play. Very satisfied with the construction and quality of the puzzles as well.

5 Stars Wonderful puzzle
Our 3-year old granson loves puzzles. As usual, this Melissa and Doug puzzle if durable and educational.

Excellent puzzle.

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Melissa and Doug Children of the World Floor 48 Piece Floor Puzzle

March 4th, 2010

Melissa and Doug Children of the World Floor 48 Piece Floor Puzzle




Kids will love putting this puzzle together over and over again. The wonderfully illustrated circular floor puzzle introduces children to various cultures and helps them understand their world, and people from different ethnicities. This unique, multi-cultural puzzle measures 32″ across. Colorful and made of durable cardboard.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Another great Melissa & Doug toy
Our 3 1/2 year old daughter loves this puzzle. It’s a nice large size with large pieces that fit together easily. This adds to our daughter’s sense of accomplishment, and she enjoys the new challenge of a large round puzzle. Now she puts it together by herself and when she’s done, we then discuss the different cultures of the children holding hands. This really adds more value and more time spent using this verses other puzzles.

5 Stars Grandsons delight
I bought this for my 3 year old grandson who loves puzzles. This one has a duel purpose, its a great puzzle and it teaches him the world. He has put it together many times since I gave it to him.

5 Stars Christmas Present
My four year old grandson was beside himself, when he opened this floor puzzle and two other Melissa and Doug Floor Puzzles, at our Christmas gathering. They were definitly a hit.

5 Stars Another great idea from Melissa & Doug
Gave it to my nephew for b-day present. He loves it. Not sure about durabilty, but for the great price–worth the educational value!

5 Stars My 3-year-old daughter is a fan
My daughter really enjoys this puzzle, which we gave her for her 3rd birthday. It’s exciting to hear her tell us all the countries she wants to visit someday.

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Melissa and Doug Underwater 48 Piece Floor Puzzle

March 4th, 2010

Melissa and Doug Underwater 48 Piece Floor Puzzle




Piece together tons of fun with this puzzle that features an undersea adventure. This colorful, detailed Underwater-themed floor puzzle is made of heavy-duty cardboard with an easy-clean surface that helps keep the puzzle looking new. 48 pieces. Measures 36″ x 24″.

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5 Stars So much fun!
My 3 1/2 yr old LOVES this puzzle. He even stays in his room after “quiet time” is over to complete the puzzle! Quite durable, just hard enough to be challenging. Great price. I’m going back to buy the Dinosaur Puzzle!

4 Stars Right difficult level for my 3 year and 6 month old son
My son has always liked sharks. That’s why I got this puzzle for him. He’s already 3 and a half. So I was a bit concerned this 3+ puzzle might be a bit too easy for him. But it turned out not.

5 Stars Great puzzle for my 3 year old!
The pieces are thick so they don’t bend and break like most other puzzles. My only complaint is some of the pieces already had some paint wearing off upon opening the package. Overall, I’m happy with the purchase.

3 Stars Not what I expected
I was given this as a gift for my son and I was excited when I found out it was a Melissa & Doug product but unfortunately, it was NOT a wood puzzle, unless you count cardboard as wood.

The image is gorgeous and the pieces are huge and easy for kids to handle and hard for them to lose but unfortunately, my two year old figured out how to peel them apart in less than a week. The edges also bend easily making it hard for a young child to put the pieces in place properly.

This is a beautiful puzzle but not a durable one.

5 Stars Melissa & Doug
3rd Melissa & Doug puzzle purchased! Nephew loves the puzzle and uncle loves Amazons price and shipping. Very satisfied.

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Plan Toy Solid Wood Drum

February 2nd, 2010

Plan Toy Solid Wood Drum




19 months & up. This childproof, wooden drum stimulates the development of a child’s spatial perception, limb muscles and auditory nerves. Decorate with colorful graphics and includes a drumstick with rubber head to soften the sound. 3 1/8″H x 6 1/4″W.

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars I’d prefer better sounds
My son loves anything to do with drums, but he rally isn’t into this toy. I think he’d like it better if it came with two drumsticks instead of only one. Also, i find it interesting that the drum is cut to make three different tones, but the choice of tones is off-putting.

5 Stars He LOVED it!
I purchased this for my nephew for Christmas and he LOVES it! The sound is very nice, not annoying at all. The only draw back is he likes to chew on the stick, but he has figured out how to play the drum without. I’m now the best Aunt ever!

5 Stars My son LOVES this drum
We absolutely love this drum. And everyone who sees it loves it to! My hubby is a musician so he wanted to get this one for our son! It’s so fun to play for everyone, plus it’s very durable. Great toy, Would Absolutely recommend it!!!

5 Stars Perfect little drum for infants and toddlers
My 17-month old son has had this drum since he was 12 months old and he still loves it. It’s durable, simple, and has a very nice sound.

5 Stars Lots of fun
Bought this for my 1 year old and she loves it. I like that it has different tones depending on where you hit it and she loves pounding on it. It took her a little bit to figure out what the stick was for, but once she did, we couldn’t stop the drumming. It’s adorable, and not too loud.

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