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Imaginext DC Super Friends Arkham Asylum

Imaginext DC Super Friends Arkham Asylum

Posted on March 2, 2017April 26, 2017 by jenny

There is so much excitement about the new The Lego Batman Movie in our house. You may remember we were lucky to attend the premiere a few weeks ago. Both my children love their superheroes so I knew they would love the DC Super Friends Arkham Asylum from Imaginext. Imaginext DC Super Friends Arkham Asylum…

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Pancake Day gets a wacky makeover with Num Noms Series 3

Pancake Day gets a wacky makeover with Num Noms Series 3

Posted on February 28, 2017January 8, 2023 by jenny

Last year was the year of the Num Noms, with the collectable, scented craze making its way into households across the UK. 2017 sees the launch of Series 3 and Lights, bringing brand new food themes and funky characters to the shelves, to create even more ways to collect! We’re celebrating the arrival of these…

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Sands Alive Cake Shop review

Sands Alive Cake Shop review

Posted on February 24, 2017 by jenny

This afternoon my son had a school friend round for a playdate. They love to play Minecraft together which leaves my daughter with no-one to play with. Luckily we were sent the new Sands Alive Cake Shop from John Adams to review. My daughter loves playdough so I knew she would have fun with this modelling…

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Cluedo Junior Carnival Board Game from Hasbro Gaming

Cluedo Junior Board Game from Hasbro Gaming

Posted on February 20, 2017August 30, 2022 by jenny

My children love board games at the moment and we are building up quite a collection. The latest game added to our stash is the wonderful Cluedo Junior Board Game from Hasbro Gaming. I remember the adult version of Cluedo so it took me a few attempts to read the rules before I understood this…

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Little Live Pets Surprise Chick

Little Live Pets Surprise Chick

Posted on February 8, 2017April 4, 2019 by jenny

I really enjoyed putting together a Christmas Eve basket for my children so I thought I would do something similar for Easter. I know it’s still a few weeks away but with half term coming up I need to make a head start on my preparations. Little Live Pets Surprise Chick Recently we’ve been reviewing…

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Glimmies fairy dolls review

Glimmies fairy dolls review

Posted on January 27, 2017July 4, 2020 by jenny

I think I’ve discovered the next cute. collectable toy that my daughter will be spending all her pocket money on – Glimmies. And just what are Glimmies you may well ask. Glimmies are sweet little fairy dolls, each with their own name and bio. Children can go on to collect and create a magical world…

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Winter fairy garden play activity for kids

Winter fairy garden play

Posted on January 21, 2017March 13, 2026 by jenny

We’ve had a run of beautiful but cold days recently. These are my favourite winter days and we’ve all wanted to be outside before coming back in to warm up with a hot chocolate! Over the weekend we spent a bit of time cleaning out our mud kitchen which was looking so sad and neglected….

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Lion Guard Hyena Hideout Playset

Lion Guard Hyena Hideout Playset

Posted on January 20, 2017August 11, 2019 by jenny

We already have some lovely Lion Guard toys. These include the Lion Guard Collectible Figure Set and Defend the Pride Lands play set. My daughter loves these toys and they are pretty much always out. Both children love to watch The Lion Guard so were so excited to receive the Lion Guard Hyena Hideout Playset….

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Playing Minecraft offline

Playing Minecraft offline {Minecraft Figure Collection}

Posted on January 14, 2017August 30, 2022 by jenny

My 6 year old has been playing Minecraft for quite a long time now. He is a bit of an expert and his 5 year old sister enjoys playing too, although she’s not allowed in his world unless he’s watching! Last Christmas everything was about Minecraft. He received Minecraft clothing, books and toys which have…

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