Indoor Summer Toys To keep The Kids Occupied!

                        Rainy Day Actvities And Toys For The Summer! 

                                                                 

     It is an unfortunate fact of life that even in the summer there is always the chance of rain.

In fact, as I am typing the clouds are rolling in, and I am starting to hear the rumbling of thunder inching closer and closer. I personally love summer storms. Before I had a child it meant a long day in bed watching truly horrible (or academy acclaimed) movies and snuggling with my dog. Now that I have the little guy to entertain, I need some back up. Thank goodness I am well supplied.

                                                        Crayola! 

      First on my list is Crayola.  I mean really I could just put that word there and do a mic drop, and everyone would slap their heads and be like DUH- we need to buy some crayons and 3d color books etc etc. However, I want to point out some truly fun items Crayola has for us this summer and for the upcoming school year that will help you get through the rain a little bit easier!

  Crayola Shopkins washable stampers and crayons will surely make the lines fans go crazy! The stampers add a bit of flare to their creations while the crayons with the shopkins labels will be a must have for all collectors! While we are on licensed items- we also have Finding Dora Markers and
crayons now available for everyone (even moms) and are adorable! I always find it amazing that everyone- including adults- always get so excited about a brand new box of Crayola Crayons- slap on a character on the box and creative tools and the crowd literally goes wild!

  
   Crayola Model Magic- is almost magical when it comes to play or molding dough.  The secret compound makes this product, insanely lightweight, non-crumbling (is that a word?)  it does not stick to the skin or any surfaces. With a variety of colors your child can create anything that they can imagine! When they are done with their creation you simply leave it out to dry for 24-36 hours and their

The Mommy's Guide GIFT GUIDE! Everything Your Kid Wants!

      Ah Toys, there are soo many out there that it may be hard to pick amongst them to find the perfect fit for your families- However, have no fear because The Mommy's Guide is here with our TOP PICKS of this years hottest toys. Now, I need to start out being very honest- these were sent to us for review-that does not mean they get an automatic listing on our Gift Guide, Oh no. We spend endless hours playing with these items, making sure they are the perfect fit for families with children for all ages. We make sure they are durable, fun, and enhances your child's play in one way or another.  Only the best of the best have made it on our list- and they are awesome guys. Like really really awesome- Like seriously guys....you know what I should just get started. So here it goes!

1- Kinetic Sand- Build N Float: If you guys are familiar with this product then you are well aware that it deserves to be on this list, Easy to clean, keeps the kids occupied for hours, and priced just right not to blow your budget. Plus the added bonus of the sand being able to float! .....Read our full review!
   

2- Colorforms:  They are back baby, and I could not be happier. I spent many, many hours as a child playing with my Disney's Gummi Bears (bouncing here and there and everywhere) Colorforms as a child and I am so happy to see this brand coming back to life with our childrens favorite characters! With three different sizes and portability, you can find the perfect set and the perfect price point, for your family!  Read our full review here! 

Zing Presants: Dino Hunterz Crossbow Review!

     As a woman who took up archery before Katniss did, yet still pretends to be Katniss when shooting, I have huge respect for Zing's line of bows.  Every year they come out with great new products that hold true to their high standards of quality, accuracy and durability.  Add a very reasonable price tag and you have a great gift for all the little (or grown up) archers on your gift list.  With the release of "Jurassic World" dino hunting has been on the rise.  In fact, X just reported to me that he saw a Reviewasaourous outside this very day whilst checking out this awesome Crossbow. Yeap just like Ralply with his Red

StikBots: Zings Social Media Tool Toy

  

   We all know that here at The Mommy’s Guide we are a huge fan of the toy company Zing. They are solely dedicated to creating amazing durable products that are in the simplest of terms- fun.   This holiday season Zing is on everyone's must have list with their new line of at home animation toys Stikbots. Zing has created a amazing product that is the first of its kind as a media sharing toy. This simplistic looking little guys are bringing forth not only the fun but the creativity of your child through stop motion.

Zing Firetek Rocket! Review And Giveaway!

              

      Zing!  As I have shared with you all over the past three years, we love this company.  I stumbled upon them quite literally three years ago at the New York Toy Fair when one of their super foam arrows bonked me on the head. It was love at first hit I guess you would say.  This year they are coming out with some great products, including the Firetrek Rocket Launcher, just in time for the spring and summer seasons.  Using their super soft rubber and foam technology, this set comes with two light up and whistle screaming rockets.  With the help of the easy to use slingshot, they can fly up to 250 feet in the air without breaking a sweat.

Top Ten Gifts For Kids This Holiday Season!

   Christmas Gift Guide: Everything Your Kid absolutely needs under their tree!

1) Mip: This is the "toy" that is good for both older kids and adults which is why I put it as number one on the list.  This little guy is a engineering masterpiece, being able to move about the room with ease on two wheels.  He can carry his own weight, and gets himself out of the most precarious situations, avoiding or getting out of obstacles around your living room floor!  There is a great app that lets you control him, as well as play games.  He has a great personality and will keep your kids occupied for hours on end, as well as a robot loving adult! Read Our Review!    Available at Toys 'R Us.



     2)Tipster:  Tipster is THE best robot like toy that I have had the pleasure of discovering this holiday season.  With easy controls, different modes, and a great personality this is the perfect introduction to robotic play.  Read our full review! Available At Toys 'R US

3)     Skylanders Trap Team is the MUST have video game of the season!  The new trapping ability brings the characters from the game into the real world via the crystals that you put on the games portal.  The graphics are outstanding, the plot is filled with fun and adventure, and the gameplay is great for kids of all ages. Read our full review here!  Available At Toys 'R US

4) Zing AirStorm: Zing has been the frontrunner of high action toys including the ever popular bows.  The AirStorm continues to uphold their inventiveness and high quality that keeps them high above the other companies.  With a shooting range of up to 145 feet, Led lights on the bow as well as the arrows, you can have amazing game play in the dark as well as the night! Great for any little archery fan! Available exclusively at Walmart





5) Nerf Zombie Strike and The Nerf Rebelle Agent Bow:  Hasbro and Nerf know how to get the kids (and adults) excited about foam battles with these new Blasters.

With a zombie fight inspired design, these neon green, brown, orange, and black colored blasters can shoot to about 65 feet.  They are safe to shoot at each-other- or a target, and will be sure to lead to a very fun Christmas morning.  I love the whole line, and I want them all!
The Rebelle Agent Bow puts a little feminine flair as well as spy abilities into action with their Rebelle Line.  Available At Toys 'R Us!









6) Crayola: Shawdow FX,  Color Wonder Airbrush, Paint Maker: Crayola year after year comes out with high quality products that will keep your child creative and your mess to a minimum.  This year the Shawdow FX will have them dreaming up ways to brighten their dark walls (read review here)  They can make their own color combinations with the super fun Paint maker. It comes complete with everything you need to make the paint, labels, and containers. It even shakes the paint just like the big machines at Home Depot, so that it mixes completely- it is very fun!   The Color Wonder Airbrush is a mess free way for your kids to make BIG designs.  Battery operated, you put the markers into the airbrush and can use the stencils included, or really any old stencil, to make amazing works of art. They will have a lot of fun with this one, the best thing about it- no mess. Yep you heard me NO MESS! Available at Toys 'R Us


7)Mega Bloks has an array of different things for both boys and girls of all ages!  The HotWheel Line lets your kids build awesome rides, and then play with them afterwords.  The Barbie Fab Mansion lets you build two levels of fun furniture and housewares!  It includes two buildable dolls and is just an amazing set full of creativity!  For the littler ones Thomas comes to the rescue with larger bricks and easy instructions! For whatever character your child craves, Mega Blok has the answer! Available at Toys R Us!

8)Wonder Forge Games: One of the best licensing game companies out there, Wonder Forge has the games you want your child to play with the characters your child wants to see. With easy to follow instructions, as well as games for a child of all age ranges, you will be able to find a game for all the kids in your life.  This season's hottest games include Star Wars Force Grab- Match the cards to the 3d pieces that are thrown onto the table, Ultimate Spiderman TrickShot Duel -use the disc launcher to hit your opponents' targets in this arena battle game, Avengers Assemble Slide Strike- strategy is your friend in this superhero filled game, and Frozen's Surprise Slides (read full review here) which is a great introduction to table top games! Available at Toys R Us!

9)Tiggly Counts: This interactive app works on your ipad and comes with bars with different variations of numbered boxes that interact with the screen. Your child can play three different apps that interact with these bars to help them learn their numbers, as well as counting and addition.  When they place the bar on the screen the amount of squares on the bar pop up on your screen and interact with the app itself.  With amazing graphics, physical interaction, and educational gameplay- you'll be giving the kid a fun toy, and impress the parents of said child by caring about their education- win win lol.

10) Madame Alexander Muppets Puppets: Madame Alexander is an amazing company with over 90 years experience at making dolls that delight children of all ages.  In this house the Muppet Puppet has been a HUGE HIT, and has led to hours of fun for my son and I. Well made with amazing detail and high quality fabrics, this will be one of those items that will have replay value for years to come! 


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