May 22, 2015
Have you noticed there has been a revolution in transportation? Everywhere you go people are riding scooters! Scooters have been a hugely popular means of transportation in Europe for a number of years and now kids and adults in Toronto and across Canada are catching on. And why not? Scooters are an easy and efficient way to get around especially in neighbourhoods like ours -the Danforth. Scooters are a great alternative for young kids who don't want to sit in a stroller but can't keep up with Mom and Dad when they are running errands in the neighbourhood. They make getting to school fast easy in the morning and they're tons of fun to race around the block on the...
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April 24, 2015
After a taste of spring last week it has been a little hard to adjust to having to stay inside on a wet, cold day. But it is April and we have to be prepared for a few rainy days. Here is our top 10 list of things to do on a rainy day: 10. Have fun with stickers. These Melissa and Doug Reuseable Sticker Pads are loaded with over 150 stickers that will keep your kids busy for hours! Ages 3+ 9. Play Pop-Up Pirate - who doesn't love this game? Ages 4+ 8. Do a puzzle. Challenge your little ones with a puzzle like this beautiful Puss 'n Boots Silhouette Puzzle from Djeco. Ages 5+ 7. Try...
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February 03, 2015
As I bundle up to take the dog for a walk in the evening, my first thought is, WOW it is cold out! But as I walk I see the moon is bright, the snow is sparkling and there are still a few Christmas lights twinkling! My thoughts change to the fact that we live in Canada and it is winter, so let’s enjoy the weather because it can be quite beautiful! Of course there are days that I just can’t take the cold anymore and it is too much to bundle up and go sledding or skating or outside at all! That’s when I love to pull out the games we got for Christmas or ones we haven't played...
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November 12, 2014
It’s official, the Holiday Season is here! The first signs for me were the red cups and cranberry bliss bars at Starbucks. Now everywhere I go, it’s looking more and more like Christmas! It’s also feeling more like Christmas, and as much as we may try to deny it, it is time for winter coats and hats.In our official role as Santa’s Helpers, we are thrilled to share this magical season with our customers and friends. We have worked really hard putting together a list of our favourite toys and are so excited to present our very own 2014 Holiday Gift Guide. All year long we have looked for fun and unique items to fill this guide and it was...
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