Category Archives: Toddler 1-2 yrs old

Back to School: Crayola Crayon & Marker guide by age!

By Keriannot | Published: August 14, 2010

Since Back to School is right around the corner, teacher suggested lists and store sales will send the purchasing of crayons and markers skyrocketing. Here’s my favorite list of Crayola crayons and markers listed by Older Elementary, Kindergarten, Preschool and Toddler Ages! Older Elementary School Age: These tools promote a more refined grasp for lengthier [...]

CAT 3 in 1 Dump Truck by Mega Brands

By Keriannot | Published: August 12, 2010

So I have had this awesome truck, the Cat 3 in 1 Dump Truck by Megabrands, in the cue for review. I’m constantly on the look out for push toys for the pre-walking age and saw this six months ago, counting down the days where I could put Gavin behind the wheel to take it [...]

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Constructive Playthings New Toy Catalog

By Keriannot | Published: July 22, 2010

When my Constructive Playthings free toy catalog arrived in the mail, I couldn’t wait for a free moment to sit down and take a good look at it. I have finally realized that for all the times I complain about getting way to much mail, there is something to be said for being able to [...]

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Tommee Tippee Feeding Products

By Keriannot | Published: July 21, 2010

For months I have been in and out of Babies R Us, perusing the feeding aisle, looking for items for my feeding therapy work as an occupational therapist, as well as searching for cool and innovative products to use with my now 9 month old, Gavin. I’ve recently had the opportunity to review a few [...]

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Constructive Moms Ambassador Program

By Keriannot | Published: June 13, 2010

Some exciting news is happening at ToyQueen.com! I have recently been picked to be a member of a core group of 12 bloggers who are part of the Constructive Moms Ambassador Program for Constructive Playthings! Constructive Playthings/US Toy Company is a family owned and operated business for the last 57 years whose vision is to [...]

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Sassy Look Book!

By Keriannot | Published: June 6, 2010

For a great way to introduce your child of any age to pictures and books get the Sassy Look Book! It has bright primary colors with interesting shapes and patterns for infants, where real 4×6 pictures can be added into the pages as well, making a personalized photo album. It’s soft

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Safety First Needs You!

By Keriannot | Published: June 3, 2010

Safety 1st Invites You to Join their Research Events in Foxboro, MA! Are you pregnant for the first time? Do you have a child age 3 or younger? If so, they’d love to hear from you! Participants in the research events are rewarded for their time with a gift card! If interested in learning more [...]

Also posted in Baby Registry, Infant 0-12 months, Toddler 2-3 yrs old, Uncategorized | Tagged ashley cohen, dorel juvenile group, foxboro, MA, product review, safety first, toyqueen | Leave a comment

SVAN High Chair: ToyQueen’s Favorite High Chair

By Keriannot | Published: May 16, 2010

Being a full time working mom who happens to specialize in feeding therapy, I only have a few hours of the day to spend with Gavin, one of which is typically dinner. This post highlights one of my most treasured products for our mealtimes, the SVAN High Chair. When considering purchasing a high chair or [...]

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Buckley Boo

By Keriannot | Published: May 10, 2010

ToyQueen interviews Jane Ross from Buckley Boo at ToyFair 2010 in New York City.

Also posted in Fine Motor Skills, Toddler 2-3 yrs old | Tagged babies, Bear, buckles, Buckley Boo, children, color matching, finger puppets, infants, Jane Ross, Kangaroo, Keri Wilmot, kids, Monkey, motor skills, Stuffed animals, toyqueen | Leave a comment

Isis Parenting, ToyQueen’s new home away from home!

By Keriannot | Published: May 9, 2010

As today is Mother’s Day, I thought I’d share one of my favorite places that all mothers, grandmothers and parents should be aware of! One week and a half ago, we were invited to several events at Isis Parenting (formerly Isis Maternity) a well known, and respected group of stores in the Boston area, to [...]

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ToyQueen’s Celebrities of Toy Fair 2010

By Keriannot | Published: May 1, 2010

It’s been a few months since Toy Fair and for as quickly as it came and went, on this nice spring day I was thinking about the whirlwind that it was, as we searched for all sorts of new toys and gadgets that our children will love and learn from. While most people searched the [...]

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Easter Basket Toy Ideas!

By Keriannot | Published: March 28, 2010

Being that it’s Gavin’s first Easter, for the first time in forever I was up and down the Easter aisle at Target, searching for his very own basket. What I was so excited to see where many toys that would be awesome additions to your child’s Easter basket for children of all ages for only [...]

Also posted in Fine Motor Skills, Infant 0-12 months, Preschool 3-5 yrs old, Toddler 2-3 yrs old, Toys, Uncategorized | Tagged basket, bubbles, bunny, chicken, Doodle Pro, Easter, Fisher-price, Leap Frog, Little Kids No Spill Bubble Tumbler, Pixos, Play-Doh, Spinmaster, Springtime Suprise book, Tag Jr. | Leave a comment

Hasbro ToyFair Event New York City

By Keriannot | Published: February 14, 2010

Today we had the pleasure of being invited to the Times Center in New York City to preview Hasbro’s newest products for 2010. Though I always knew that Hasbro represented a multitude of brands, seeing them all under one roof and in one room was exciting to think about all the fun to be had [...]

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Fisher Price Brilliant Basics™ Stack and Roll Cups Review by ToyQueen

By Keriannot | Published: February 10, 2010

Fisher Price Brilliant Basics™ Stack and Roll Cups™ Review by ToyQueen These are the Stack and Roll cups by Fisher-Price. These cups are great for children 6 months of age and older as they work on grasp/release. Kids can improve their coordination to

Also posted in Infant 0-12 months | Tagged 6 month, beach, Brilliant Basics, colors, developmental, Educational, fisher, Fisher-price, Keri Wilmot, numbers, play, playing, price, roll, rolling, stack, Toys, tub | Leave a comment

Crayola TaDoodles Drop and See Review by ToyQueen

By Keriannot | Published: February 9, 2010

Crayola TaDoodles Drop and See Review by ToyQueen This is part of the Beginnings Baby Collection and it incorporates the Tadoodles balls into a nice storage compartment on the side. The balls included are Yellow, red and blue. Children are working on grasp and release skills from the ages of 9 months and up, which [...]