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Live Butterfly Garden

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: Insect Lore


We ordered this for my daughter's 4th birthday and it was a fantastic gift! The environment is high quality (perhaps a bit small...I'd go for the larger one next time to give the butterflies more space to soar) and easy to clean.
All of our butterflies lived and actually laid eggs. We placed a lantana plant inside the cage for them to eat on and lay eggs on. It was a beautiful thing to witness.
NOTE: the baby caterpillars that came from the eggs our butterflies laid, if you want to do this all again, DO NOT LIKE TO EAT lantana and they died. I'll be doing thistle, hollyhock or malva next time once they hit the big caterpillar stage. Last night I ordered my new 5 caterpillares, nutrient, manual, and new supplies *for $7*. ... Read More:

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Hasbro Playskool Busy Ball Popper

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: Hasbro

September 06, 2006
This toy can be lots of fun, but I would not buy this particular one again. The music is really loud and obnoxious. There is no way to turn the volume down or off. While this is annoying, my biggest complaint is that the design is top heavy. If a child tries to lean or crawl up this popper, as most will, it will fall over, along with the child. I keep this toy out of reach of my 10 month old and only bring it out when I can play with it with him.

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LeapFrog® Learn & Groove® Musical Table

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: LeapFrog


I bought this item when my son was 6mo old, he Loved it! He is now 3yrs old and I have a 9mo old daughter... they both enjoying playing with this. Even through all the wear and tear of kids playing, this Learning Table is still sturdy and working great! I HIGHLY recommend this!!

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Melissa and Doug See & Spell

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: Melissa and Doug

June 12, 2006
This is a great product. I bought it for my 2 year old daughter hoping it would help her learn her letters. Now that she's learned her ABC's I can help her sound out the words. It's great for her, and her face lights up when she spells out a word. A great idea for your child:)

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Munchkin Mozart Magic Cube

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: Munchkin


I am extremely disappointed in this toy. I spent a few months trying to find it, and was so excited when my mother finally found it on eBay. I quickly paid slightly more than the going price for the cube, but I didn't care, since the outstanding reviews it received made it seem well worth it.

Unfortunately, the toy proved me wrong within 10 minutes of arriving at my house. I started by playing each instrument separately, going for the violin first. I quickly realized that the track was actually a horrible synthesized violin - EW. To add insult to injury, the track was flat in some places, sharp in others. My husband thought it would sound better with all of the instruments playing, and maybe it wouldn't sound flat relative to the other ... Read More:

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LeapFrog® Leapster® Learning Game System - Green

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: LeapFrog

June 12, 2006
The leapster I bought my son did not last through the year. It broke after about 7 months. I have tried repeatedly to contact customer service just to see if I can get it fixed. I know it's not still under warranty and I have no idea where the receipt is at this point. I have spent at least half an hour on the phone several days in a row trying to get through at Leapster. Disappointing at best.

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Baby Einstein Takealong Tunes

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: Baby Einstein

October 19, 2007
The music isn't too loud and it is one of the few toys that has managed to catch my 3 month old boy's attention. The only little complaint is the button - I have to press more on the center of the button in order to trigger the music. Nevertheless, it's great entertainment for a baby!

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LeapFrog Leapster Learning Game System - Pink

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: LeapFrog

June 12, 2006
It's no wonder LEAPSTERS are only under warranty for 3 months. They are crap. My daughter got it for Christmas and barely used it and 6 months later it's a paper weight. Went online and found several sites dedicated to grieving parents whose Leapsters also died after a couple months. DO NOT BUY A LEAPSTER!!!!! THEY ARE CRAP!!!!!

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Fisher-Price Rainforest Melodies & Lights Deluxe Gym

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: Fisher Price

June 01, 2006
My daughter has been using this mat since she was 2 months old. She loves it! She still uses it and she is 9 months. Some reviews are saying it is cheap and not good quality, but she has used it everyday for 7 months and I have no problems with it. You can add your own toys to it, or you can take the toys it comes with down to go with you to town. The little animals are the cutest and my daughter seems to love them too. She was instantly drawn to the monkey and the bird. She is now not as interested in them, (probably gets bored with the same toys everyday) but I am able to add new toys to the hangers. So nice that you can take toys down and add different ones as kids get bores SO easily! I take the legs off and throw the mat in the washing machine and ... Read More:

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Junior Stomp Rocket Kit

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Learning and Education
from: D+L Company


My 3-year-old absolutely loves this stomp rocket. Don't be fooled by imitations; this is the brand to buy! Others are difficult for little ones to propel. This one is super easy and launches the foam rockets really high with just an easy step onto the cushion. Other brands have larger cushions that are difficult for toddlers (light in weight) to push. This will keep your active toddler well-entertained!