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Ring Toss by Anatex

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Backyard Games
from: Anatex

June 12, 2006
I was surprised that the pegs are not secured into the bases - this is clearly to be able to pkg it all flat into a convenient tote bag. But for the young kids I purchased this for (19mos & 3 yrs) having the separate pieces just made the pegs into instant microphones, suckers, and xylophone sticks! They never touched the rope rings - they were thrilled with the pegs w/the big balls on the ends! So, they liked it, they asked to play with it-and its no problem for me they played with it differently than it's intended purpose. It was a success as far as we are concerned!

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Monkey Business Foam Replacement Balls - 4

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from: MonkeyBusiness Sports


My son bought the Surefire Pocket-Shot slingshot at camp, and my first thought was "UH OH." However,the balls are covered with soft fuzz and they have a soft impact against skin. Of course, it is still important not to launch at close range, and never at the face. Recommend for kids eight up, and that age with supervision. My kids are 13 and 15 and have a blast with these in the den, we give the kids safety goggles and away they go shooting from opposite sides of the room. Their friends LOVE it.
The slingshot is durable, had it for over a year and a half with NO signs of wear. Easy to use, and once you get the hang of it...DUCK! It's pretty accurate! It DOES go across the room as stated. And yes, no shooting the pets. Highly recommend, ... Read More:

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Small World Toys Gertie Hoop

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from: Small World Toys

June 15, 2006
My 7 year old loves this hoop! He is a diehard b-ball player, and practices every day. We researched for a durable indoor hoop that he could dunk with. He finally broke his first Gertie after 5 months of daily use. We happily ordered another. One note: the suction cups don't really work for serious play. We immediately duct taped the hoop to the base. Not totally pretty, but it is practical!

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Sportcraft Monster Tetherball Set

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from: Sportcraft


I didn't want to pay $20-ish dollars for this, but I relented after waiting a year, and not finding it on sale.

My 3 and 5 year old (and their friends) have had a blast with this giant tetherball set.

First of all, it's outside time for the kids. Any age group can participate in playing. There's no stringent rules or start/stop time, etc. Easy to start or stop a game.

My 3 year old's coordination has improved greatly, and I see his self esteem and self confidance climb when he whacks the ball back to his sister. My 5 year old can basically play this by herself -- just whacks the ball and allows it to come back around to her.

I have treated the set "gently" (we store inside when weather is ... Read More:

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Horses And Ponies (Usbourne Beginners, Level 1)

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from: Usborne Books

2007-01
I didn't want to pay $20-ish dollars for this, but I relented after waiting a year, and not finding it on sale.

My 3 and 5 year old (and their friends) have had a blast with this giant tetherball set.

First of all, it's outside time for the kids. Any age group can participate in playing. There's no stringent rules or start/stop time, etc. Easy to start or stop a game.

My 3 year old's coordination has improved greatly, and I see his self esteem and self confidance climb when he whacks the ball back to his sister. My 5 year old can basically play this by herself -- just whacks the ball and allows it to come back around to her.

I have treated the set "gently" (we store inside when weather is ... Read More:

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Nerf N-Strike Vulcan EBF-25 Ultimate Value Pack

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Backyard Games
from: Hasbro

2007-01
I didn't want to pay $20-ish dollars for this, but I relented after waiting a year, and not finding it on sale.

My 3 and 5 year old (and their friends) have had a blast with this giant tetherball set.

First of all, it's outside time for the kids. Any age group can participate in playing. There's no stringent rules or start/stop time, etc. Easy to start or stop a game.

My 3 year old's coordination has improved greatly, and I see his self esteem and self confidance climb when he whacks the ball back to his sister. My 5 year old can basically play this by herself -- just whacks the ball and allows it to come back around to her.

I have treated the set "gently" (we store inside when weather is ... Read More:

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Poof Foam Junior Basketball (EA)

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Backyard Games
from: Poof

2007-01
I didn't want to pay $20-ish dollars for this, but I relented after waiting a year, and not finding it on sale.

My 3 and 5 year old (and their friends) have had a blast with this giant tetherball set.

First of all, it's outside time for the kids. Any age group can participate in playing. There's no stringent rules or start/stop time, etc. Easy to start or stop a game.

My 3 year old's coordination has improved greatly, and I see his self esteem and self confidance climb when he whacks the ball back to his sister. My 5 year old can basically play this by herself -- just whacks the ball and allows it to come back around to her.

I have treated the set "gently" (we store inside when weather is ... Read More:

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Spirit Club Set

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Backyard Games
from: Higgins Brothers

2007-01
My son is learning how to juggle and these have been perfect for him. He has already been in a Talent Show and used them in front of a crowd of about 300 people. They showed up well from the back of the audience and he enjoyed using them.

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Rubber Pig (EA)

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Backyard Games
from: SSG / BSN

2007-01
We have 4 of these pigs and we have so much fun with them at parties. We've had a pig toss contest, a medical emergency game, etc. Everyone loves this thing!!!

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Small SloMo Ball (7 1/2"-10" diameter)

Childrens Toy Shop > Toys > Backyard Games
from: None

2007-01
We have 4 of these pigs and we have so much fun with them at parties. We've had a pig toss contest, a medical emergency game, etc. Everyone loves this thing!!!