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February 8, 2012

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Monster Mansion Playspace

Gear up for some imaginative fun in this bright, whimsical monster mansion that's home to a mad scientist and his wacky creations. Read more »

Antics Ant Blocks

These blocks are an imaginative way to bring nature into your house, practice patterning, and raise a kid who's less squeamish than you. Read more »

Defend the fort! And launch in to science theory with your kids. The kit comes with everything you and your child should need, from a tube of wood glue to a handy paper ruler, finished wood pieces and easy to follow directions. Read more »

Max the Memory Game

Itâs a palm-sized version of the Simon game you may have played as a kid--pocket-sized fun and a memory booster to boot. Read more »

24 Water Color Pencils

Get a great introduction to working with watercolors with this beautiful set of watercolor pencils from eeBoo. Read more »

The Magic Schoolbus: Chemistry Lab

Put a bit of magic into science learning! This lab contains 51 experiment cards, expertly sequenced to build basic skills and knowledge, with notes for both kids and parents. Read more »

Ray Bradbury's The Martian Chronicles: The Authorized Adaptation

Ray Bradbury brings the planet Mars to life in this haunting graphic novel that compiles his short stories about the red planet. Read more »

Crayon Car

This funky car-shaped crayon is a virtual smorgasbord of fine motor, cognitive, and creative skills practice. Read more »

Bouncy Ball Blast

Got a child bouncing off the walls? Here's a fun project that bounces back! This DIY bouncy ball kit is super fun, and easy to do; just add water. Read more »

Sustainable Earth Lab

Among the 40 different experiments available, your child can purify salty water, recycle paper to make new paper, and see how CO2 warms the earth, all in the comfort of your home. Read more »

Who Has These Feet?

Laura Hulbert

Who Has These Feet? is an entertaining way to mix a little game show into your science! Read more »

Roll-Up Roads

Whatever your kid's vehicle preference, these stick-on strips form an instant cityscape for imaginative play, from asphalt to rails, highways to runways. Read more »

Color Changers Markers

These bright Color Changers give art time an enchanted twist. Perfect for writing secret messages and drawing hidden pictures, your little wizard will never tire of these "magical" markers that instantly change color before his eyes. Read more »

Ling & Ting: Not Exactly the Same

by Grace Lin

Everyone thinks that these adorable identical twins are exactly the same, but Ling and Ting know differently! This book about sisterhood is bound to become a favorite for your young reader. Read more »

Craft Set Pencil Case

Crafty kids will love putting together these 17 faux leather pieces that fit together to create the shape you want, whether it's a pouch, eyeglass case, or a coin purse. Read more »

Smithsonian Mission Museum: The Case of the Missing Mummy

Everyone loves a juicy mystery, and this game is the next Clue with a twist. Read more »

Chocolate Me

Taye Diggs

This sweet story is one that everyone can relate to and is sure to be a staple on your kids' bookshelves. Read more »

Sketchbook: Boat Ride

A simple gift, but one that opens up a world or open-ended creativity, and offers the kind of freedom only art gives. Read more »

Smart Balance Bike

Training wheels seem like a great idea... until it's time to take them off. Skip that step entirely with an idea borrowed from Europe: the balance bike. Read more »