Handmade Open Wooden Doll House Review

I love this.bought it on amazon.com for my 3 year old daughter for eighty three flat and my daughter loves it.great waldorf toy.great imaginative toy.instead of being limited to a dollhouse, she can creatively imagine it to be whatever she wants (i.e. preschool, a house, etc.).hinges are good (doesn't pinch - it 'could' but it's made so that it's unlikely that it'll pinch) & the door is good too (no pinching).the wood is good quality.the 3 peices of wood can be almost straight in a line (instead of in a c-shape) and it will still stand up. great toy.I was going to handmake it but I didn't have the right tools & it would've been too much trouble to sand it (it comes very well sanded - no worries about splinters)

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Our exquisite open doll house offers the best of imaginative, open-ended play. The house can be configured in a variety of designs and allows for easy play within it. No more reaching into tiny doors with limited visual play. Our house can be a school, business, hospital, barn - anything the imaginative child desires. Our doll house is so beautiful in both form and function that it is nearly a work of art! Each solid wood piece is lovingly handmade in Germany by artisans ad is finished in natural linseed oil. The door opens on rope hinges and the window are open and paned. Luxurious in finish and smooth to the touch, our doll house will become an heirloom your children and grandchildren will cherish. Made in Germany by Spiel & Holz. Measures 8.9" in height by 44.1" in length. Ages 3 and up

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Melissa & Doug High Sea Symphony with Toddler Toy Bundle Review

My one year old daughter likes them and I feel good about her learning about music and how things make different noises.

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Your toddler will enjoy creating sound and rhythm. Introduce your young child early to the international language of music. Shake the seahorse, clack the clams, jingle the octopus and rattle the crab. Four friendly, easy grasp wooden instruments promote fine motor, auditory and creative expression skills. It is made up of exceptional quality and value. Ages 18+ mths.

This Set Includes
* Melissa and Doug High Sea Symphony
* Fisher Price Rock-A-Stack Baby Toy
* Wells ABC Blocks in Bag 26 Pieces

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Large Rainbow Stacking Tower Review

This product offers a better variety of sizes for the little one to put into order than the little plastic one for smaller children.It also covers all of the colors in the color spectrum with a few more greens and blues for light and dark comparison.
The only drawback is that my little one likes to try to put them on her fingers for rings and sometimes they get stuck.
Over all I am pleased with this product.

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Our lovely alder wood rainbow stacker supports holistic sensory perception and spatial abilities. Made in Germany and gently dyed with non-toxic, water-based dyes, the stacker's ageless design and sturdy construction will last for generations. Measures approximately 10" in height. This is an heirloom piece that will be cherished. Designed and manufactured in Germany by Spiel and Holz.

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Lolly (Yellow) Review

This is one of my favorite Haba play foods. At 3.25" tall (I'd estimate the disk at the top to be about 1.5" diameter) the scale is perfect for a play kitchen, and as long as it's inspected often (sure the stick *could* break, as it is quite thin) it really doesn't pose any serious choking risk, unlike most Haba foods.

Also, they're just darned cute. The yellow with the heart is probably my favorite, but they're all lovely and make a wonderful set together. Both my kids are very fond of these.

Highly recommended.



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Children can handle sweets responsibly too, and probably be willing to share it with their best bear friends. Lollies are the perfect size for little hands, as they are not life-sized. Each lolly sold separately. Made of hard wood with superior Haba workmanship and nontoxic finish.

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Mouse Acrobat - Mini-Game Review

This is a great little toy to stash in your purse or diaper bag. Whenever my 4 yr old boy gets bored waiting for food in a restaurant, or waiting for a doctor's appointment, I pull out this little game and he is delighted. You have to take turns placing a piece of cheese on top of the lid, which is balanced on a piece of round wood. Very easy to topple over, which makes thegame a fun challenge. It's a cute-looking toy, teaches him patience, how to take turns, and introduces him to the idea of balance. Just be careful not to lose the little pieces (actually, mine came with an extra piece of cheese).Also a great toy, is the one with the rabbits and carrots.

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"Mouse Acrobat" is a game of skill for 2 players. In this game children attempt to balance their cheese pieces close to the mouse. Whoever uses all of their cheese pieces first wins!We love the small tin "Mouse Acrobat" comes in. Included in the tin: 1 mouse 12pieces of cheese1 wooden ball 1 set of game instructions Designed in Germany.

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Educo My Practical Tool Set Review

My grandson likes all sorts of play tools and this set is one he finds particularly interesting and fun

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My Practical Tool Set, by HaPe
15.7 in. x 8.26 in. x 15.75 in.
Little ones can pound to their heart's delight, and measure and tighten things too!The 39-piece set includes a vice, wrench, ruler, hammer, screwdriver and plenty of screws and wood pieces to practive building skills.Handy slots hold the tools and wood so the work surface remains ready for the next building project.
Ages 3+
Dimensions:15.7 in. L x 8.25 in. W x 15.75 in. H

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Go 0 to 100 Game - CLEARANCE - zippy circuit competition Review

This is a hidden-identities racing game in which all of the players may move all of the cars.But only you know which color racer is yours.Trick other players into advancing your roadster (as they try to conceal their identify from you).Or pre-empt their best move by slowing down their car or dropping it in an oil slick.

This game has high production values (cute wooden cars, modular board) and manages to pack a lot of strategy (not to mention bluffing) into a small box.Can be simplified for younger children by removing oil cans (accelerators requiring simple addition or doubling) and oil slicks (reverses course) from the track.

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This games helps: -Learning tactical thinkingA zippy circuit competition for 2-5 race car drivers ages 6-99, (with warm-up variation for younger players).Game Idea: Vrrrooom, the racing cars set off at full throttle! Due to oil stains they risk skidding. Who, by bluffing, good tactics and a bit of luck, will cross the target line first?

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Solemio Melamine Tumblers - DISCONTINUED Set of 6 with 3 Designs Review

sent me one cup, not six. When I complained, they sent me a rude email stating that they have no influence over the amazon listings and they didn't sell sets of six. I don't see how that can be true, and I would never have spent five dollars on a single plastic cup.

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Time for a garden party? These 6 tumblers with 3 motifs are made of shatterproof melamine. Great for an outdoor party. Tumbler measures 3.7" tall.Made in China

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Geomix Review

My 3 year old loves this set of blocks and creating new patterns.She especially likes to have an adult work one half of the puzzle and then she problem solves and works the other half.My 5 year old also enjoys working with the patterns but not as much and she is more independent when working with it.Overall it is well worth the money.I was surprised with how well my kids like to play with it.

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For marvellous motley mosaics inside the frame or without the frame. Free form 3D building with lots of imagination and color! Wooden frame measures 9 inches X 9 inches.

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Tape Dispenser Chicken Review

I was excited to receive the chicken tape dispenser, but the tape required for refill is less than a 1/2". I believe it is 1/4" tape. I would not recommend using this with little kids because it does not hold the larger width tape and their little fingers cannot grab hold, but the overall cuteness of the dispenser and quality is good if you are just looking to use tape off and on and want it for decoration.

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Cute chicken tape dispenser with replaceable tape roll.

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Swing Seat Ikarus Review

I purchased this swing about a year ago.My 4 year old son loves it.Unfortunately the cushion is ripped by the sawing line and it is losing the small plastic cylinder filling.It is perfect for our toy room so I am considering buying another one however a bit disappointed by the quality considering the price.We take care of our toys.

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Swing Ikarus has a secure and stable seat so your child can be comfortable and safe. We love the yellow wings that will help your child feel like he's flying. The Swing Ikarus is installed via hardware available at any home improvement store. For safety, we recommend installation in the ceiling wall studs. Hardware not included. Static weight bearing up to 440 lbs.

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Herd The Sheep! Review

I took a risk and just ordered this game because it looked fun and interesting. I tried it with my four and six year olds last night and we learned to play together.

This is what may be called a "first strategy game".Sure, most of winning or losing is based on the roll of the dice, but there's also a strategy element there too.Where you decide to put those flowers makes a differences, so there are consequences for decisions in addition to just luck.

Furthermore, the game can be played at several different difficulty levels, so it can grow with the people playing it.In fact, it's impossible to play exactly the same game twice because even at the basic level, with the cards "flowers up", it is highly unlikely that all sixteen "meadow cards" will be layed out in the same order two nights in a row.

My only criticism is that the English directions were written in such a way (obviousely translated from another language) that I had to figure out the point of the game myself.In the section that describes game play, the instructions to "roll the die" aren't even explicitely stated.

Still, now that I've got it figured out, it's a lot of fun.I hope my kids think so because I'm ready to play again.

Day 2: My kids want to play it again!It's a hit!

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The shepherds want to lead their sheep back to the warm barn. Who will be the first to lure, with delicious flowers, their sheep back from the meadow? A competitive game for 2-4 players. With tactical variation for experienced players.Contents: 1 set of game instructions 1 die 4 sheep 16 flowers 16 meadow cards

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Grasshopper in Zahlenland Review

This game is just a set of round mats numbered 1 - 20, each with the correct amount of grasshoppers on it as an aid for children who are a bit shaky with number recognition.

You lay them out on the ground (I suppose you could make a hopscotch if you like) in random order (though nothing is stopping you from using them as a numberline) and there's a list of games for the tiles included - such as having one child jump on two different numbers and a second child jump on the sum (and then make a new problem for a third child, and so on). Obviously, you could make up your own games with these as well, and are not restricted to what they list.

You could get a similar effect by writing numbers on paper and taping them to the floor for each game, but let me say that this seldom works as well as you think.

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Let your little grasshoppers have fun learning their numbers in this fun game.Children will love jumping from mat to mat as numbers are called."Grasshopper in the Land of Numbers" is an active game for 1 or more players.Included: 1 starting mat, 1 target mat, 20 numbered mats, and 1 set of game instructions.

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Airy Fairy Baby Swing Review

This is a swing, not a bouncer or jumper, so it requires a parent to push the baby in it.My almost 8 month old LOVES it.Be advised that it requires installation in a ceiling stud, so if you're adverse to putting two small holes in the ceiling, do not buy this product.It also requires that you buy two sturdy eyebolts and two caribiners (not included).The extra hardware cost about $8 from our local home improvement center.We bought the swing on sale for about half price and it is worth every penny, however I would not have paid full price for it.This is great for rainy days indoors or just fun playtime with baby.

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Compass DC 03242010 Review

Got this for a 5-year old who, though I don't know how he knew about them, asked if we could buy a compass (actually, asked for "a nort-sous sing"- cute!).This is large and chunky and has a neck cord- perfect!

I ordered one for him and one for his cousin, gave a simple lesson on the four main points and how to orient themselves by holding the compass in their hand and turning their bodies till the needle pointed to the N- now they can point their finger in the direction of south, west, and east as well, from looking on the compass dial. No need to get into the science of the earth's magnetic field at this age.

I think in the spring we will hide some 'treasure' in the yard and give them directions that use the main compass points- take 4 steps north, now take 17 steps west, etc. etc. They will love that.

Just want to point out, this is made in Germany, and the word compass is spelled KOMPASS in big letters on the box, which I assume is how it is spelled in German. Good time to point out how different countries spell things differently, and how the teacher is gonna want to see it spelled when it shows up on a spelling test some time down the road!

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Compass Tin

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A World Of Adventures Review

Where were toys like this when I was a kid? HABA's games are created by people who really understand the way children think and allow imaginations to soar. They're creative, original, and non-toxic. I would have gone crazy for this game and I have to say, even as an adult I am enchanted by it.I admit I am a bit of a Europhile, and I've yet to see anything from Haba that I don't like, so I'm biased.If you have a desire to get away from corporatey feeling toys and make sure your kid is playing with safe materials, their stuff fits the bill big time.

HABA's A World of Adventures is actually comprised of four games which can be played individually or together as "The Great Adventure." Two of the games are more difficult and each take between five and ten minutes to play. All of the components are absolutely beautiful to look at.

The first game, Journey Through the Jungle, takes you through the jungles of South America where you'll encounter ancient Inca temples using color recognition. Game two, Expedition to Antarctic, utilizes memory skills to travel across a treacherous ice desert as the adventurers try to make it to the igloo. The third game, High Above the Ravine, a dice game where the goal is to get across the dangerous bridge and make it to camp. The last game, Across the Volcanoes, where players hurl wooden raindrops at the volcano while getting across the terrain as quickly as possible.

The peices are wooden figures that your child might want to play with outside of this game, they are extremely well made and attractive. The boards are like works of art. This is one of the most visually appealing board game I've ever seen.

I highly recommend A World of Adventures. If you get one new game this year, consider this one. This game is educational, embraces different cultures, geographic themes, and the spirit of adventure and travel as well as utilizing cognitive skills. I can't say enough good things about it. Way exceeded expectations!

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The players will live exciting adventures during the four stages:In order to face all dangers they need courage, skill and a bit of luck ... An adventurous game collection with 4 games for 2 - 4 globetrotters.The games can be played individually or all together as "The Great Adventure"Product imported from Germany

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Pick Up Sticks Review

These are great for little hands as they are just a little larger and the tips have been dulled from tradional pickup sticks.We were pleasantly surprised to see how these were made as kid friendly as sticks can be made.

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Test your steady hand and problem solving skills with this classic and colorful game of pick-up sticks.Pick-Up Sticks has possibly the simplest game set up ever created: simply dump out of the container and start playing; no one knows how the sticks may fall!Players attempt to remove sticks from the pile without disturbing the others.If you move a stick, your turn is up.The player with the most sticks wins!The sticks come in a reusable cylindrical container.Makes a wonderful travel game or gift.

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Pyramid Review

I don't understand why the recommended age for these blocks is so low. I don't think a small child would be capable of assembling the design or understand what they were doing.

My 7 year old received these for Christmas and has put the pyramid together five times in two days - it's his favorite present. I think it's appropriate for kids up to age 11 or so - very educational as you have to explore the engineering through the shapes as you are building. He became very interested in Egytians and the pyramids as he was building and was really in awe of the design.

One caution - I ended up putting numbers on the bottom of the blocks, so that he could follow the directions himself- some of the pieces look similar.

I am an educator and was keeping track of all the great thinking skills involved in this activity - I definitely recommend it.

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Quart Pouring Pitcher Review

This pitcher is durable and the perfect size for tiny hands.The well proportioned handle allows my 4 and 5 year old to pour with confidence.Because of it's strong plastic material, it also holds up when the occasional yet inevitable accidents occur.My kids love pouring work at their Montessori School and this is a wonderful tool to have at home to help the children gain self confidence and practice practical life skills.They love having their "own" water pitcher!

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Children can practice pouring with this clear view quart pitcher. Features 1/2 to 2 cup measurements printed on the side, easy pour spout, gripping ring on bottom, and lid. Dishwasher safe.

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Pirate Umbrella Review

This item is adorable and the delivery was very fast.I can't wait to give it to my 2yr old nephew, who loves Pirates!

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Hey-ho, this one bears up against any kind of weather - at sea or on the shore! Sword handle design. Extra sturdy due to fiberglass ribs. Material: Polyester. Size: 80 cm/31.5 inchesProduct imported from Germany

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A Great Day at the Castle Play Book with Puzzle - DISCONTINUED ENGLISH VERSION Review

I bought this puzzle book for my daughter when she was 2.She is now 3 and still loves to do it even though she has advanced to doing 100 piece puzzles, she loves the pictures and story that goes along with this book.We haven't tried the game yet, but I'm sure we will eventually!

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Kevin and Nelly enjoy a great day at the castle. They even meet a friendly ghost. A first story book with 6 puzzles and a dice game for 2-4 children ages 3+.

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Tottering Towers Review

This is a quick, fun and exciting game for everyone.I have a 4 year old that never seems to be able to join in playing games with my 7 year old.This game they can play together or with others.It's a great game, even I don't mind joining in for a round.Simple, just a few rules and loads of laughs.Travels well too.

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"Who just had the big red tower?"Princess Turret or Earl Torquil Tower?Only the player with a good memory and some luck with the dice, will build the highest tower at the end.A memory game for 2-5 high-piling players.Contents: ⋅ 1 set of game instructions ⋅ 1 die with symbols ⋅ 2 blue towers ⋅ 3 orange, red and green towers ⋅ 4 yellow towers ⋅ 4 little bags

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Dwarfs Mini Game Review

Calling this game "mini" is an understatement. The tin for this game is probably the same size as a tic tac box, or maybe a tad smaller. But this makes it the perfect size to keep one or more(there's a whole series of these mini games) in your purse for doctors appointments or whenever you are sitting around somewhere waiting.

This Dwarf game is simple, put the colored dwarves in a pile in the middle. The two players take turn rolling the die. If your die shows a color you pick a dwarf of that color. If the die shows Snow White pick any color dwarf you like from the pile. If the die shows the wicked queen you choose a color and all of the dwarves of that color from both players go back in the pile. Whoever has the most dwarves when the pile is empty wins. This game only takes 3 minutes or so to play.

All the little pieces are wood and fit neatly into the little tin. The tin has a clip to attach it to your bag or belt, and although the tin closes tightly, I wouldn't use the clip as I am afraid the pieces will fall out.

I have three girls ages 3,5, and 11 and find these mini games a life saver when we are at places that we need to sit and wait. They really are great!

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A cheeky dice game for 2 players.

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Shape Sorter Curioso Review

This is not a perfect toy & I would not have spent $50 on it if I would have seen it in person first. This sorter comes with 8 blocks to put in the holes (3 of which go into the same hole). Also, the square block does not have a square hole to fit inside (it is slightly rectangular on one side) & you have to turn it sideways to fit it in the rectangular hole. I guess that's ok, but I think it would have been better if they would have made a square hole for it. I called Haba to get a replacement (I initially thought that it didn't fit in any of the holes) but they explained how it is supposed to work & sent us a free toy for the trouble, $30 value (great customer service). If I didn't figure this out right away, I doubt an infant will - but I like to think that the act of having to turn it sideways encourages problem solving & critical thinking at a young age.

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A soft cotton sorter and 8 wooden sorting blocks each with its own speical feature, like a bell, mirror or kaleidoscope.

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Cat and Mouse Finger Puppets Review

My baby can fit her whole hand in these :)(It's a three finger toy for me) and with the colors and design, I'd say they're educational in that way.I have the little tree house book, which comes with these characters, but bought more for our second child so they can both have one of each.

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Whether you're telling stories or playing peek-a-boo, little ones will enjoy the gentle expressions and fun outfits this cat and mouse do. Each has securely fastened beads for hands. Too cute!Made of mixed cotton/polyester fabrics. Hand wash in cold water. Line dry. Designed in Germany.

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Giant Blocks Review

I couldn't find one picture online that showed me how big these blocks are compared to regular ones.They're barely any bigger- you might as well spend your money on a complete set.For instance, when I pack these up with the regular blocks, I can't really tell them apart.We just like the round ones, they're a little harder to come by.But- these are definitely regular sized- nothing giant about them.

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Blocks don't get any more basic than these! Made of solid, unfinished wood, each beautifully finished piece is sized perfectly for children ages 1+. We love exceptional quality of the smooth wood finish. 5 pieces.Designed and made in Germany.

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Basic Building Blocks Extra-Large Starter Set Review

Simply put, these blocks are gorgeous.They are so well-crafted and lovely and come in such a wide variety of shapes and sizes.My husband and I even enjoy playing with my daughter, helping her to build towers and fantastical structures.She also likes to lay the flat blocks in a line and use them as roads for her cars, complete with the triangular blocks at the end for ramps.

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Haba blocks -fantastic building blocks for beginner to expert architects! Children learn through play. 102 beautiful, natural beechwood blocks. Extra smooth, precise shapes in standard unit block measurements (4 x 4 cm). Fabric storage bag. Made in Germany. Ages 3+

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Cherry Ice Cream Cone Review

These are small but look very cute when a toddler is holding them.We love them so much we have all three flavors.

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Mmmmm.... Ice Cream! This adorable Cherry Ice Cream Cone has a naturally colored cone and is topped with a red cherry-colored ball of ice cream. A welcome addition to any play kitchen or play food collection. Made of hard wood and with a completely non-toxic finish, this fun little cone may have your little one asking for the real thing!Lovingly designed in Germany. Made in Germany.

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Pretzels Review

Like all the Haba toys, the workmanship and quality are outstanding. The pretzels come in an adorable little tin, which is easy for my 19-month-old toopen. He loves the pretzels and has a great time playing with them in his new play kitchen. He is well below the suggested age for these (3 years), so we make sure he's supervised--he seems to be doing OK with them, though he probably could get the tin lid in his mouth all the way if he tried. It's hard to tell scale on this Haba stuff online, so I'll tell you that the little wooden pretzels are about the same size as the smallest type of stick pretzels you can get at the grocery store.

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These pretzels make a great addition to your child's play food collection or play kitchen.All Haba wood foods are made with completely non-toxic finish.Created to withstandyears of childhood play.Can contains 45 pretzels.

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Cheese Slice Review

My daughter is only one and so she isn't into pretend play yet but she loves playing with her cheese slice-putting her fingers & tongue in & out of the holes!

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Bright yellow wooden cheese slice for kitchen or market play. European beech painted with non-toxic paint. Measures 2.2" x 1.7".Recommended for 3 years and up. Made in Germany.Price per slice.

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Something is Wrong Learning Game - DISCONTINUED - observation game Review

very creative, looking for differences, love the story, engaging for kids. Very nice for family time

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This games helps: -Ability to visualize things in three dimensions-Quick reactionsAn educational game for 2 - 6 dwarfs demanding close observation and quick reactions.Game Idea: Mirror, mirror on the wall - who will find the most errors in this land? The players prick up their ears while searching for what's wrong in the picture.

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Little Fox Review

The little book contains a number of lovely drawings, but no text - after a while it's just not as fun to play with.However, the toy fox - superbly made, soft, and very colorful - can be used in so many story play-outs. My daughter and I love playing with it.

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First play set with fox as a fabric figure and picture book.Fosters the recognition and naming of colors.Book size is just right for baby's hands.Comes in a nice plastic carrying case for easy transport and safe-keeping.Book is approximately height 5 inches

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Celia Review

My 6 mo. old likes this toy, but it is a bit heavy and he's hit his head with it a few times.Will save for when he's a bit older.

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Clutching toy CeliaWith mirror foil and a little bell. Wooden parts thread on an elastic band. Celia is made of beech wood, with ecological, water-based, non-toxic lacquers.Multiple coats of lacquer render the surface especially resistant to humidity and mechanical strain.Crafted to withstand years and years of use.

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Nativity Set Figure - Standing Camel Review

I spent hours on the internet and shopping in person for a nativity set for my toddler grandson.Most were shoddy or over cutesy; this was by far the best anywhere.It was expensive, but this set is so well made it will be handed down to the next generation.

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Year after year will these cute wooden figures enchant you at Christmas time. These lovingly designed figures are detailed enough for display and sturdy enough for kids to play with. Nativity set can also be purchased as a set.

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Bunch Of Radishes Review

Unlike many of the Haba play foods this bunch of radishes is absolutely in scale to what you'd expect a play-food radish to be. They were an especially exciting find for us as an addition to my daughter's Easter basket because she got to plant her own radishes in the garden this year, and they're not a common play food.

They are really well designed, smooth, and perfectly painted, but were they to separate from one another (they're held by a rubber band around the base of their felt leaves) they would, as all Haba foods are, be a serious choking hazard. I ordered them knowing this, and accepting the responsibility of supervising these things, but I can't help but feel Haba could improve this aspect of their play foods very easily.

Nonetheless, this is certainly one of the best by Haba that we own, and my daughter enjoys all these radishes immensely.

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Vegetables are always a great addition to your child's food play. Great way to teach children the importance of including vegetablesCharming bunch of red radishes held together with a removable green rubber band. Perfect size for your little one's hands. Another great creation by Haba. A bunch of 5 radishes

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Plum Review

We just received our first batch of Haba food and this was one of them.It is very cute and now my daughter is learning new fruits and vegetables because Haba has so many that other brands just don't carry.This one is a nice size and a beautiful vibrant color.Haba foods fit nicely with Plan Toys breakfast set also a must have for any kitchen.

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Great addition to your wooden food collection.These wooden plums by Haba are made of completely non-toxic finish.Perfect size for your child's hands.Each plum is sold separately.

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Crafty Badger Review

I love Haba games. They are unique, colorful & well made. We have about 30 games in the 2-5 year age range and when playdates come they all want to play the games they have never seen before.Haba states the recommended age as 2-4, they could raise that to 2-7. It's not the best Haba game but it's a good Haba game. We have fun-except my 4 year old daughter always wants to be trhe "owner" of the blue suitcase & it doesn't quite work that way. I would have loved to see handles on the suitcases. I prefer Zocken Locken ( Lucky Sock Dip)or Shildi Shildkrote (Twiddle Turtle). BTW- the Princess & the Pea game they have is cute bit it's not really a game. I would still purchase Crafty Badger again. We play it at least twice a month & we all have a good time.

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Product Description:
The first player to pack all of his clothes into suitcases wins this exciting game! The roll of the die indicates the color of suitcase in which to put the trousers, caps, t-shirts or socks. The Crafty Badger keeps moving from case to case as each player takes a turn. Watch out - the player who rolls the Badger on the die has to take possession of all the clothing in the suitcase guarded by the Crafty Badger. For 2-4 players, ages 4 and up. Requires no reading.

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Noodles In A Bag Review

Major choking hazard, incredibly small teeny tiny wooden pastas in a tiny bag, not worth the price, too small, too few, I thought this would be at least the size of penne pasta, but it is more the size of uncooked mac and cheese.Disappointed

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Great addition to your little cook's kitchen. Different shaped and sized wooden pasta in a clear bag.The pasta is perfectly sized for your little one's hands. There are approximately 32 noodles in a bag.Comes in 2 different bags:One bag has all yellow noodles and the other bag has a mix of orange, green and yellow noodles. Choose your bag of noodles! Each Noodles in a Bag is sold separately.Noodle measurements: * straight noodle approximately 1.25 inches * bow tie noodle approximately 1 inch

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The Little Orchard - by HABA Review

My kids, 3 and 5, love this game. They call it "the caw game."It is simple enough for the little one to follow but still keeps the older one interested, and the family wins or loses together.

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Help Bertha The Tree harvest her cherries. But there's a little raven who wants to sneak through the garden and eat the fruit! Are you quick enough to harvest the cherries before the raven reaches the tree? The Little Orchard is a cooperative memory and color dice game for 1 - 4 players ages 3 -8.

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Castle Blocks Review

My grandsons, ages almost 2 and almost 4 enjoy playing with them. They spend endless hours.

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Everything for little knights and their big castle: towers, battlements, 2 fabric flags and much more.Contains 59 pieces Shapes are in standard measurements 1.5 inchesSuitable for beginners to expert architects Through play, educates the laws of structural engineeringStimulates spacial thinking Discover and create new shapesPacked in a reusable fabric bag, practical for storing and transporting.May be used with the HABA Ball Track Construction Set.

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Bunch Of Carrots Review

I have two gripes with the design of Haba foods.

The first is that they are choking hazards in the extreme. They are all small, very smooth, often rounded, and their width is almost always the perfect measurement for getting lodged in a child's throat. Sure, they're marketed to the 3+ (and sometimes 4+) age group, but these items should probably be well-supervised even in children this age. In my hometown, a 4-year old girl recently died from choking on a screw she'd found in her room, so it's not inconceivable that a child this age might just want to see what one of these items feels like in their mouth, and it's only a short step from there to irreparable disaster.

The second is that the scale of Haba foods are all over the map. The Lolly (Red) are sized just slightly smaller than a regular lollipop. The Bunch Of Radishes are a bit smaller than a real radish, and are the size you might expect a play food radish to be. Haba's Peas and Carrots in a Tin are the size of grapes or small gumballs, but the carrots that come in the tin with the 'peas' are the same size as the carrots in this bunch, which is about 1.5" long. The only difference being the generous length of cotton rope to symbolize the carrot leaves, and giving the 2.9" listed measurement for these carrots, which is a bit deceiving. They're minuscule, and might adequately replicate a play-food variation of baby carrots.

The saving grace of these carrots is the length of cotton rope that allows the carrots to be rubber-banded into a bunch, a detail that my daughter hasn't noticed. We left them assembled that way because it just seems safer.

They are cute, they are are smooth and well-painted, but I would go for something like Plan Toy Assorted Fruits and Vegetables instead, which is ultimately what we ended up doing. These carrots are put away for only occasional play because of the safety issues, and so while my daughter enjoys them I think she'll enjoy much more being able to have her food out all the time, rather than having to stash it on a high shelf.

Plan Toys, despite being made in Thailand is just as safe in terms of materials, and in fact got better marks in safety when tested by HealthyToys & GoodGuide than Haba overall. Oh, and the Plan Toys set is really just as good looking and so much less of a choking hazard.

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Product Description:
Vegetables are always a great addition to your child's food play. Great way to teach children the importance of including vegetables Five carrots with fluffy green stems - made of braided cotton thread are held together with a removable orange rubber band.It's size makes it perfect for your little one's hands. A bunch of 5 carrots

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Mermaid Hourglass Tooth Brush Timer - DISCONTINUED with suction cup Review

My Kids love the mermaid timer, we also have the pirate one. They are sturdy (as my kids have dropped them without breaking them) and very cute, now my kids brush for the right amount of time and it helps make brushing a little more fun too!

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Turn round the hourglass and brush your teeth for three minutes! Includes a suction cup for smooth surfaces. Made of polycarbonate.

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Tin Stew Review

I personally feel that this is a beautiful product crafted out of wood.Yes it is small but considering the size of play pots and pats, these little pieces are the perfect size for a beef stew.It is so beautiful.It is a small can... the pieces are NOT the size of beads.I wouldn't recommend it for small children because is the possibility of a choking on the pieces.For older children that know... this is a winner.Take a chance... all of their products are so different and beautiful!

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Great addition to any "little cooks" kitchen's wooden foods collection.In a charming little tin there is a mixture of different wooden vegetablesgreat for a stew or any other meal.

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Fruit Juice Pack Yellow - DISCONTINUED Review

...however, when purchasing this item you will only receive one Fruit Juice Pack--1 1/2" X 2", no less!A tiny little thing.

So, what do you expect for less than two dollars?I expected three, as shown in the photo!And I wasn't expecting the item I did receive to be so diminutive.

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Haba wooden play food will bring hours of fun and entertainment into your little chef`s kitchen.

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HABA Ship's See-Saw Review

I have twin boys with sensory intergartion disorder and we have been looking for a swing to use inside.We wanted one that would be durable, safe and fun . This haba swing was even better than we expected!!! they just love it!! I would buy this swing again in a heart beat. One thing that is so nice is its big enough and durable for them to ride in it together, I dont have to fight with turn taking. I just put them both in and they laugh and play . For parents who need something inside this winter for their kids to play and get out energy this swing is more than worth the price. I would recomend this swing to everyone!!!

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Little captains see-saw sail through the room in this swing. Just throw out your anchor to go ashore. Includes a support and 2 extensions. Maximum load is 175 lbs. Made from soft upholstered polyester, frame is aluminium, sail made of nylon and measures 39" x 27". Swing is approx. 23" x 31".Recommended for 3 years and up.

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Luna Carpet Review

Great quality rug from Haba as expected- very pretty and thick. I put it in my son's nursery and it looks nice- just wish it were a bit bigger. People always comment on how cute and unusual it is. I think when he's older it would double as a play mat for toy cars, trains, etc. since it has the yellow paths and funky little buildings on it. Shipped quickly, too!

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Charming oval carpet makes an excellent room accent, or launch pad into outer space fantasies. This extremely soft, thick carpet depicts an alien planet village scene, among circling planetary rings, shooting stars, and a pendulous moon. The carpet also makes an excellent play mat for young children and even babies, who need a little extra cushioning for tummy time. Made of wool with cloth backing.Designed in Germany and finely crafted to withstand years of childhood adoration and play. Spot clean with damp cloth. Please note - many new rugs "shed" at first, however, this typically stops after a few months. Due to this item's size and/or weight expedited shipping and gift wrapping are not available. Most Haba rugs will be shipped directly from Haba, and may take longer than our normal transit time

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Cake Review

Our kids, after their own birthdays had come and gone, began to throw birthday parties of their own, concocting all manner of imaginary cakes in their little play kitchen. I figured they'd love to have a little birthday cake that they could serve up to their 'guests' as it seems a new animal or doll has a birthday party each day. And why not? Birthdays are fun, even when the cooks are bickering in the kitchen over who gets to make the cake. Anyway...

After looking at wooden cakes from both Haba and Erzi I settled on this one. The diameter is, as the details state 4.2" and the height 1.2", so each piece is a fair size and matches well in scale to our other play foods, Green Toys dishes, etc.

Each of the eight slices of cake measures 1.8" x 1.8" (at the widest point), which is nice. In and of themselves, the pieces are not choking hazards, which is what I was hoping for as we have a two year old in the house. Of course the little .75" blue and yellow embellishments *would* be choking hazards if they were to detach, but they do feel very securely attached, so it's more of a mild supervision toy.

The cake itself is very pretty, and reminds me of unfrosted red velvet. The embellishments look like little M&Ms. The wood is smoothly sanded, stained and varnished in that typical, aesthetically pleasing Haba way.

So, overall I'm pretty pleased with it, and I think the kids are too. My only complaint is that the cake comes in a brown paper bag rather than a little cake box or tin, like many of the other Haba foods. Since the varnished pieces are slippery - for lack of a better word - they are difficult to align with one another to compose the pretty, round, finished cake. What would have made this toy absolutely perfect would have been to have a tin in which they could be assembled, put away, and displayed in. Or, perhaps, making them into them a 'cutting food' that can be assembled with velcro attachments. Maybe I'll attempt the latter fix on my own. In any case the pieces slide about, and they tend to get strewn around our already fully-stocked play kitchen. Eight new pieces make for a lot of new mess, and I can't help but wonder if four slices would have been more appropriate while equally fun, considering the lack of packaging.

Despite those relatively minor issues, I do think that, of the wooden cake options, this was definitely the right one to go for. The price is fair for what you get, the pieces, attractive and seem to be durable as all our other Haba foods are. I wouldn't pass this one up, but would be aware of its drawbacks before you decide to purchase it.


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This adorable wooden cake comes with eight, red slices, each topped with either a yellow or blue "gumdrop." This cake makes a wonderful addition to any play food collection.Little ones surely will enjoy serving cake during tea time or birthday parties.

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Grab Bag Game - DISCONTINUED - a guessing and feeling game Review

Our whole family likes playing this one.It was a gift for our 6yo, but the 10yo, 19yo, and Mom & Dad like playing it too.

The wooden pieces have such great hand appeal.Haba consistently makes quality games, and this is no exception.

Simple to learn, easy to play.

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This games helps:-Fine motor skills-Quick reactions-Meticulous observationAn exciting and variable touch-training game for 2-4 players with talented fingers.Game Idea: The secret of this game is in the finger-tips. Players have to guess what`s in their bag by feeling it`s shape from the outside. The first to `get the feeling` gets the prize.

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Baguette Review

This is actually half the size of a hotdog and looks nothing like bread.

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The baguette is made of hard wood and finished with completely non-toxic, child-friendly finish.Perfect size for your little one's hands.Great addition to your kitchen play.

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Waldorf Natural Doll Stroller Review

We requested and received this for our 14-month old who doesn't yet walk.She loves pushing her dolly around in this.It is so precious and yet sturdy.So nice to have something that isn't a plastic hunk of junk.A little pricey, but you'll be proud to own it.We sure are.

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Doll pram includes a 2 piece bed set -- pillow and blanket. Please note this item ships separately.

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