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ROBOFish Dory Coffee Pot

This ROBOFish Dory Coffee Pot is a replica of key scenes from the Disney Pixar film: Finding Dory and is made by Zuru Toys.  If you have watched the Finding Dory movie, you will probably remember how Hank, the cranky East Pacific red octopus, used the coffee pot to transport Dory to reunite her with her parents.

robofish dory coffee pot

BFG 100XXL Ravensburger Puzzle

BFG Big Friendly Giant is the forthcoming adaptation of Roald Dahl’s children’s classic to CGI film and it’s out just in time for the summer holidays!  To celebrate this new film, Ravensburger has launched this XXL 100 piece puzzle for your little fan to enjoy.  This is suitable for children aged 6 and above.

BFG 100XXL Ravensburger Puzzle

Hexbug VEX Robotics Hexcalator Ball Machine

Hexbug have a VEX Robotics range which is a brilliant set of STEM products that allows children to build cool robotics.  Each kit comes with two alternate builds and each is fully functioning.

Today, I am showing you this sophisticated Hexcalator Ball Machine which was inspired by cutting edge medical devices and uses a hand crank to power 3 hexagonal indexing wheels to transport balls uphill where they are released onto the return ramp.

Hexbug VEX Robotics Hexcalator Ball Machine

Air Storm Z-Tek Bow & Firetek Rockets Review

This summer, we are getting both children into the all-new archery experience with this range of super-fast Air Storm Z-Tek bow and whistling arrows, and Air Storm Firetek rockets that light-up.

air storm z-tex bow & rocket

Bop It Review

Bop It is a super-fast reaction game that is super fun and hilarious! This is our first time playing Bop it and all of us really enjoy it! We love the concept of the game and the musical beats.  To play this game, simply pull the blue handle and select the game. There are six games to choose from (each with a solo and a multiplayer PASS IT version): Action, Action Pass It, Classic, Classic Pass It, Beat Pop and Beat Pop Pass It. We tend to play the solo action game as there are more moves and easier to play.

bop it review

LEGO NEXO Knights Review

Did you know that the much-anticipated LEGO NEXO Knights sets have been available nationwide since 1st June?  Recently, we had the first hand look at the sets at the Legoland party! Have you read the post yet?

Anyway, this is the continuation of the next level of the LEGO NEXO Knights’ story where you can defeat Jestro the Evil Jester with more playsets, more shields and more powers. The Ultimate NEXO KNIGHTS™ sets allows your creativity to defeat your enemy with ultimate battle gear and unique NEXO Powers.

lego nexo knights review

X-SHOT Bug Attack Combo Rapid Fire & Eliminator Review

Bestselling X-SHOT are launching their three latest additions to the X-SHOT Bug Attack range: X-SHOT Bug Attack Bow and Arrow, X-SHOT Bug Attack Predator TK-3 and X-SHOT Bug Attack Combo Rapid Fire and Eliminator.

X-SHOT Bug Attack Combo Rapid Fire and Eliminator Review

ZURU Micro Boats Shark Attack Review

Want an epic speed boat race against your friends with this ZURU Micro Boats Shark Attack playset?  Then read on for more info about this micro-robotic sensor technology boat!

Following the phenomenal success of ZURU’S multi award-winning ROBOFish range, ZURU are proud to launch their new water activated micro boats. They can speed in 4 directions, spinning out in 360 degrees and with their sensor, they can even reverse when they hit a wall! This is such a smart micro boat that is was an instant hit for our children!

ZURU Micro Boats shark attack playset

Meccano Monster 1200 S Review

This Meccano Monster 1200 S is from the construction range launched by Ducati and Meccano dedicated to the iconic Ducati bikes. This series created by Meccano which presents suspension with a coil spring, multi-piece wheels and a real steering column for an authentic riding experience on a small scale.

meccano monster 1200 s ducati

Nancy Doll

Nancy is an unusual doll collection of large fashion dolls and now they are coming to the UK.  We were so pleased to have received this World Adventures Rio doll and Hair Braids doll.  Nancy was first launched by Famosa in 1968 and she is the leading Fashion doll in Spain.

nancy famosa doll review

Wicked Uncle Gift Website

Do you often run out of ideas or find it hard to buy presents for your children or other people’s children? No worries as Wicked Uncle is brilliant for this and here to help. It is a gift website that stocks interesting and unusual children’s presents. They are essentially a present service for birthdays, Christmas and other occasions.

The website is easy to navigate. You can shop by gender of the child, age or categories. It will show you a range of toys that should suit that child. It allows you to easily find gifts for girls who are science mad or boys who like crafty things, and it allows you to search by areas of interest like creative, outdoorsy things etc.  There is also an option to just search ALL so you can see all the cool items they stock.

As it is Ms C’s birthday in May, I browsed for aged 7 and for girls. It showed me a range of fun and unusual gift ideas for her that I would not have thought of. I am very pleased with the choices. It has loads of games, toys, play kits and puzzles that all offer something a bit different.  This is a fantastic selection of gifts that will stretch the child’s imagination. There are a mix of quality brands like Interplay, Marvin’s Magic, Meccano, etc. and the prices are reasonable.

wicked uncle gift for aged 7

Puppy In My Pocket

Puppy In My Pocket have been around since the 90’s and have been a favourite of girls for many years. Now they are making a comeback which will see it return to its collectable best.  There are more than 100 miniature Puppies to collect, including ultra-rare glitter puppies. These soft flocked characters each has its own name and unique bio based upon realistic dog breeds.

Ms C was thrilled when she received the Puppy Play Park playset, Clip on Pouch and a few blind packs from Series 1. She couldn’t wait to play with them!

puppy in my pocket

Ravensburger Penguin Pile Up

In celebration of World Penguin Day this coming Monday 25th April 2016, why not try out this fun Penguin Pile Up game from Ravensburger?  It is fun to play and at the same time, it is quite challenging to balance those cute little penguins on the iceberg!  It is a great test for fine motor skills!

penguin pile up review

National Tea Party with Disney Princess

This coming Thursday 21st April is a celebration of the National Tea Party. Will you come to our Royal tea party and join us?  We have invited Princess Sofia, Princess Ariel, Princess Belle and Princess Cinderella using this gorgeous Sofia The First tea set.

These 14 inch Princesses are all dressed up in their stunning ballroom dresses with matching tiaras to come to join us.  What’s so special about them are their Royal Reflection ™ eyes which shine and shimmer!  Ms C is delighted to have them all come to her tea party.

disney princess ariel toddler

Fluffimals Fluffy Factory Review

Want to create and bring life to your own Fluffy Friend?  Then take a look at this Fluffimals Fluffy Factory which allows children to create their own personalised Teddy bear.

fluffitmals fluffy factory review

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I'm Eileen, a proud mum of two teenagers (aged 18 and 16), my daughter is living with visual impairment. Since launching this blog in May 2012, we’ve continued to grow and evolve, sharing our family’s journey and passions.

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