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    Win a Num Noms bundle of goodies

    June 7, 2018 - By 

    Last week we were invited to a very special ‘Kids in the Kitchen’ party with Nigel Clarke in London. I’ve mentioned a few times how much my children enjoy collecting and playing with Num Noms so they were very excited to be invited to this special Num Noms Series 5 launch event. Can you believe Series 5 have recently launched? There are so many fun Num Noms characters and playsets to collect. We were lucky to get a good look at the new series which is full of great new characters including Caramel Croissant, Razzy Loaf, Krispy Kaitlin and Wildberry…

  • 5 SURPRISE UNBOXING
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    5 SURPRISE {toy review}

    May 24, 2018 - By 

    Regular readers with know that I quite often feature toy reviews. My children know how lucky they are to get to test the latest toys and I think they make pretty cute toy reviewers. Today I’m going to tell you about a new collectable toy for children called 5 SURPRISE. 5 SURPRISE toy review Combining  the magic of unboxing with the thrill of collectable toys, 5 SURPRISE is a new range of collectables by ZURU, with five exciting toys to unbox in every capsule! Each pink and blue capsule features five sealed segments hiding five different toys inside. With over…

  • Project Mc2 A.D.I.S.N. Journal
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    Project Mc2 A.D.I.S.N. Journal

    May 22, 2018 - By 

    Do your children enjoy watching Project Mc2 on Netflix? My children both love it, especially as they can get their hands on some of the tech they see in the show! We’ve already reviewed the Project Mc2 Ultimate Spy Bag and today we’re going to tell you more about the Project Mc2 A.D.I.S.N. Journal. What is Project Mc2? Project Mc2 is a team of super-smart and seriously cool girls who use their love of science and spy skills to undertake missions for top-secret organisation, NOV8TM (that’s “innovate”!). 2016 saw the launch of two new seasons of the Netflix original show, new products, and two exciting…

  • Roarsome play with the Schleich Dinosaur range
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    Roarsome play with the Schleich Dinosaur range

    May 20, 2018 - By 

    I mentioned the other day that my 6 year old just loves dinosaurs. She always has loved dinosaurs, and now has quite a collection of books and toys to play with. She loves reading about dinosaurs and is really good at identifying them. We are also pretty excited about the latest Jurassic World film which is released next month and we have been re-watching all the old films in preparation. We were sent some of the latest dinosaurs from the Schleich Dinosaur range. We’ve been fortunate to review some of the range before, including Schleich’s The First Dinosaurs range and…

  • Sylvanian Families Maple Cat Family
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    Sylvanian Families Maple Cat Family

    May 10, 2018 - By 

    My 6 year old loves her Sylvanian Families toys. Have you heard of these before? They are sweet little animal characters with charming and beautiful homes, furniture and accessories. They live, work and play in Sylvania which was apparently based on a 1950s fictional British village. This year a Town setting was introduced to the range. This exciting urban destination lets the characters visit on a special ‘day out’. It’s also where the ‘older sister’ characters work – doing their dream jobs. We’ve already told you about Stella the Chocolate Rabbit sister, who is one of the older sisters who works…

  • Glam Gloo Deluxe Pack review
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    Glam Goo Deluxe Pack review

    May 5, 2018 - By 

    My children love making slime. We make endless combinations of slime at home. Recently we were introduced to a new toy. Love making slime? Love all things fashion? Now, there’s a new way to customise slime and it’s the hottest fashion accessory on the high street. Yep – slime just got fashionable with brand new Glam Goo! Glam Goo Deluxe Pack review With Glam Goo you can customise, decorate and even wear your own slime. Start with your Glam Goo – that’s their special clear slime, and add in your choice of slime decorations – how about Unicorn Tears or Cloud…

  • Mighty Muggs collectible figures from Hasbro
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    Mighty Muggs collectible figures from Hasbro

    April 25, 2018 - By 

    We review quite a few collectibles here because they are so popular with my children. I was exactly the same when I was younger, I collected rubbers, stickers, pretty much anything. Today there are so many more things for children to collect, many tied to their favourite programme. We were recently sent a couple of the new Mighty Muggs from Hasbro to review. Mighty Muggs collectible figures from Hasbro Mighty Muggs are the new collectible figures from Hasbro. Each collectible hero and villain figure has a push-and-turn head feature that changes their facial expressions which is something we’ve never seen before.…

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    Marvel Avengers: Infinity War Nerf Assembler Gear

    April 19, 2018 - By 

    We are so excited to tell you about the new Marvel Avengers: Infinity War Nerf Assembler Gear from Hasbro today. You may know that my children LOVE their Nerf collection and were delighted to add the new Marvel Avengers: Infinity War Nerf Assembler Gear to their collection. This is a brand new collection brought out to tie in with the new Avengers Infinity War film which is due for release at the end of the month. We’ve already reviewed the Ravensburger Avengers Infinity War XXL 100 Piece Puzzle. We are excited to watch the new film and were delighted to be sent one…

  • Celebrating National Pet Month with LOL Surprise Pets
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    Celebrating National Pet Month with LOL Surprise Pets

    April 18, 2018 - By 

    Did you know that National Pet Month runs from 1st April to the 7th May. It’s all about raising awareness of responsible pet ownership, celebrating the benefits of our pets and encouraging fundraising for the nation’s needy pets. My children would love a real pet but I’m afraid they have to make do with pretend ones! To celebrate National Pet Month we have been busy baking dog shaped gingerbread biscuits and opening the latest LOL Surprise Pets. Celebrating National Pet Month with LOL Surprise Pets The children were sent a parcel of cookie cutters, paw print chocolate lollies and a LOL…