Shriners Hospitals for Children

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Working in the healthcare industry, I’ve noticed many changes over the past few years, especially with regard to the quality of patient care.  With the rising costs of health insurance every year, and what seems like a frequent reduction in actual benefits, it can be very frustrating.  Couple that with a downturn in the economy, [...]

Free Fun Fridays or Not…

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Here in Massachusetts I got wind of some great opportunities as part of Free Fun Fridays, where several local attractions provide free admission for the day. I looked ahead in my calendar, coordinated with a friend, and decided we’d take Gavin to the Stone Zoo in Stoneham, MA for his first trip ever to the [...]

Winnie the Pooh Movie Review

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So the other night, we got a great opportunity to preview the new Winnie the Pooh movie by Disney, set to release to the general public today, coincidentally the same day the last Harry Potter movie is also being released. Despite actually being a really sweet and cute movie, this was the first movie that [...]

Have you ever lobbied for a cause you believed in?

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Today I did something I have never done before. I visited our state house in Boston, MA along with hundreds of other families and co-workers that are served by the Early Intervention (EI) programs in our state. EI provides all types of in-home and community playgroup services to children with developmental delays and disabilities. A [...]

Crunch Art Review

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Parents, I see the look on your faces when I show up to your house or your child comes home from school and they are covered from head to toe in what ever sticky art project they completed. Sometimes, we all just need a way to help kid’s expand their creative minds, minus the mess. [...]

VTech InnoPad coming in September 2011

VTech InnoPad coming in September 2011

SeaWorld, a well known attraction completely dedicated to conservation

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I have been to Sea World twice in my life, once when I was 9, the second time at 22. Now, 11 years later, our next trip to Sea World Orlando will be a totally different experience,  as we will watch the pure excitement and amazement through the eyes of our son. The biggest difference [...]

ToyQueen’s Interactive Toy and Game (I-TAG) Awards of 2010

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This year we are highlighting what are my Top 12 Interactive Toys and Games (I-TAG) of 2010.   These are toys and games that not only provide the child with pure fun, but can be utilized to promote their education and learning in many different ways over the course of time. 1. Twinkle Twinkle Little [...]

Fisher Price Little People Wheelies Stand and Play Rampway

Fisher-Price Little People Wheelies Stand and Play Rampway.

Sumo Ham Slam Board Game

Last week, I saw a lot of children smile playing Sumo Ham Slam. Who wouldn’t have fun feeding funny looking Hamsters food pellets before placing them in a center ring where you use a magnetic wand to try to knock the opponent back into their corner on the game board? I think as adults it [...]

International Playthings Poppin Shapes Aquarium Review

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Shape sorters are  fantastic for children between the ages of 1 and 3! This adorable Poppin Shapes Aquarium Shape Sorter by International Playthings is so much fun, the kids have really enjoyed it. The pieces include a pink crab, an orange fish, a yellow fish and a green turtle, that when you push them they [...]

Helmtops – decorations for Kids Biking, Snowboarding, and Skateboarding helmets

As an occupational therapist, unfortunately we are often kept employed providing therapy to adults and children who have been involved in misfortunate traumatic events that have caused significant head injuries. So there is nothing more important than encouraging your children to wear a helmet for their safety during bicycle riding, skateboarding, rollerblading, and skiing.

Boochie Boochie Boochie!

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So if you are looking for family games to play with your kids over the summer during the nice outdoor weather (or even inside in the rain), than you’ll need to get Boochie from Gamewright! To me it’s a modern, kid approved spin on the traditional game of bocce ball. The orange Boochie ball is thrown [...]

Constructive Moms Ambassador Program

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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 [...]

Buckley Boo

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

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