Big Toy Prize Pack Giveaway ($258 Value) #holidayshowcase

Action Adventures Robot flashlights

Want to fill it up under your tree in one fell swoop?  This big toy prize pack from MGA Entertainment will do it.  The total value of the toys is about $258.  Here is what the prize includes:  Action Adventures Robot flashlights – 3 (at $12.99 each) = $38.97  Lalaloopsy bundle – 4 (at $29.99 [...]

Get Your Kids Outside Again with GeoMate Jr.

geomate jr

Want to get your kids outdoors more, and away from the video games, then why not have technology help rather than hinder you in this endeavor.  Geomate JR.  feeds kids desire for technology and gadgets, but also makes it a fun adventure to be outside and active.  This handheld GPS device is specifically created for [...]

Fijit Friends Review: Great Toy for Kids with Autism or Sensory Issues

fijit sage

My daughter (M) and I were sent a Sage Fijit for review a few weeks back.  It was not the first item she went for that day (a Little Mommy doll also came in at the same time), but a couple days later she brought me the box.  M is non-verbal due to her autism, [...]

Little Mommy My Very Real Baby Doll Review

little mommy my very real baby

I was recently sent a Little Mommy My Very Real Baby Doll , to review with my daughter.  I have to say if you are looking for a big reaction out of your little girl, as she opens her holiday gifts, this is a great gift.  As soon as the boxed doll, came out of the [...]

Colorforms… the search is on.

yo gabba gabba colorforms

I fondly remember playing with Colorforms as a child.  To be honest with you I didn’t even think they were on production anymore.  I was pleased to be asked to go on a Collective Bias shopping mission at Target, to search for, purchase and try out the new Colorforms, with my daughter.  She is autistic [...]

Tyke Rider: Balance Bikes and Children’s Helmets

Tyke Rider Balance bike

My daughter recently received an Early Rider balance bike and nutcase helmet from Tyke Rider , for us to review.  Tyke Rider is an online store that specializes in top design balance bikes and children’s helmets, for kids from 2 to 5 yrs old. M has developmental delays associated with autism, so she has had [...]

Chuggington Interactive Wash & Fuel Train Set (w/ Giveaway) – Toys for Autism

Chuggington Wash and Fuel set

The Chuggington Interactive Wash & Fuel set from Learning Curve is a great toy for any child, but I was particularly happy to see how well my autistic daughter played with it.  Like many children on the spectrum, it is hard to get her to play with toys that have an element of pretend appropriately.  [...]

Limited Edition Easter Pillow Pet Giveaway

purple bunny pillow pet

Just in time for Easter, Purple Fluffy Bunny has been released, as a Limited Edition Easter Pillow Pet.  This adorable bunny Pillow Pet has purple fur and a green gingham belly… too cute.  While the kids would love one for Easter, so would any adult who is fond of rabbits.  The gingham really dresses it [...]

Toys for Autism | Punch Ball Piggy

inflatable pig punchball

I’ve found that my autistic daughter often doesn’t go for the expensive toys with all the bells and whistles.  Like many kids with autism, she has strong sensory needs, and the toys that really appeal to her are those that fill that need. My most recent find was a somewhat disturbing looking animal punch ball.  [...]

Smarcks: Talking Building Blocks Review

playing with smarcks talking learning blocks

My daughter and I recently had the fun opportunity to review a set of talking building blocks.  These educational interactive building blocks are called Smarcks, and they can do so much more than typical blocks.  As your child stacks the blocks, they are taught: Colors Counting Spelling Shapes Nursery Rhymes Music Math Good Manners Check [...]