Kano is a computer and coding kit for all ages, all over the world. Simple steps, stories, and plug-and-play pieces show you how to build and code your own computer. Open up the box and out pop two illustrated storybooks. Page-by-page, look inside a Raspberry Pi computer, plug in wifi and memory powerups, wire up a speaker, flash colorful lights with code, style it with stickers and decals. Once your computer boots up, you dive into Kano’s open-source OS. You use computer commands to find the white rabbit. Drag and drop jigsaw blocks turn coding into a game, and as you learn more, you level up, unlocking new powers. Make games like Pong and Snake, code mountains and castles in Minecraft, create musical beats and songs, light shows, artworks, and more. It’s a powerful, practical toolkit for open experimentation and play. Kids of all ages have already made and shared over 15 million lines of code, and in 86 countries, inventors, artists, educators, and beginners have created servers, robots, speakers, solar arrays, joke machines, and more with Kano.
Where to Purchase: http://kano.me
Author: Merry
KidCo® DinePod™ Portable Lightweight High Chair
The DinePod™ is a lightweight portable high chair designed to bring baby to the table to share in family meals and fun time activities. At just over 5 pounds the DinePod™ sets up instantly and provides seating indoors and outdoors at home or away, the simple fold and go design makes this a favorite with parents.
Features include a one button release safety belt that holds baby securely yet allows hassle free removal when baby is ready to get out. The classic color palette of gray and black offers a traditional look. Includes storage/carry bag.
Where to Purchase: buybuybaby.com – Diapers.com – babyhaven.com –
babyearth.com
KidCo® GoPod® Portable Activity Seat for Baby in Midnight
The KidCo Go·Pod is a lightweight, portable activity seat that will keep baby safe and entertained at home or on-the-go! The Go·Pod has four height adjustments so it can grow with baby. The attached floor pad keeps baby’s feet clean. Features include a built-in snack and drink holder, and five nylon loops to hold baby’s favorite toys. One button release for folding and weighing only 7 pounds, the Go·Pod is perfect for outdoor and indoor use. At the park, outside gardening, or anywhere around the house, the Go·Pod is the perfect choice for that baby on-the-go! Recommended ages: from about 4 months (when baby can hold their head up to when they are ready to walk).
Where to Purchase: Target.com – buybuybaby.com – diapers.com –
babyhaven.com
KnuckleStrutz
514 Piece Educational Geometry Kit
Knucklestrutz – A construction building toy manufactured by Incredibly Interconnectable Toys
We make the most innovative building toys on the market. The fun and sophistication of our lineup go way beyond traditional block toys. KnuckleStrutz connects each piece to the next in a huge variety of ways, making both solid and movable joints. KnuckleStrutz is a STEM education toy that encourages and builds on the existing creativity and imagination in your child. Growing up with the individual, it can be enjoyed as a basic toy for younger builders then advance to a complex engineering system for more advanced players as mathematic and physics skills expand. The unique design of the pieces allow completed KnuckleStrutz creations to move, collapse, and expand, all while still connected. Knucklestrutz has several model building toy sets, but for the ultimate educational experience, look to the Geomorphic Construction Kit. It’s made of interlocking geometric shapes and with the amazing morphing power of KnuckleStrutz joints, these building toys can transform while all of the pieces are still connected! KnuckleStrutz is unrivaled in their versatility and possibilities to communicate in ways no other toy on the market provides.
Where to Purchase: Available through the manufacturer, Incredibly Interconnectable Toys, at fungamesandtoys.com and select dealers.
LA SIESTA Hanging Nest for Kids – JOKI dolphy
The colorful children’s hanging nest JOKI dolphy is made of high-quality cotton and hangs like a cocoon from the ceiling. It comes with a large, comfy cushion and is a perfect place for dreaming, reading or swinging.
The gentle rocking movement stimulates the sense of balance. This positively impacts the ability to concentrate and promotes learning success in reading, writing and arithmetic. That’s why the children’s hanging nest JOKI is “recommended by the German Federal Association for the Promotion of Posture and Physical Exercise (BAG)!”
JOKI is suitable for children aged 3 – 9 years. A minimum height of 200 cm is recommended for the hanging nest. The cotton material is robust and easy to clean. The product is certified by the German Technical Inspection Agency (TÜV) and bears the GS seal for “Tested Safety”.
Where to Purchase: Toy store, Internet, Mailorder catalogue
LEGO® Awesome Ideas
LEGO® Awesome Ideas is an all-new ideas book that unlocks the secrets of LEGO building and shows fans how to create a world with their imagination. Beautifully clear photography and informative text demonstrates how entire models are built up while also providing step-by-step visual breakdowns and offering alternative ways to build models.
LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Brick and Knob configurations and the Minifigure are trademarks of the LEGO Group. © 2015 The LEGO Group.
Produced by DK Publishing under license from the LEGO Group
Where to Purchase: http://www.dk.com/us/9781465437884-lego-awesome-ideas/
Let Them Eat Candles
Premium chocolate, handcrafted, edible candles, made from sustainably grown cocoa, for every celebration. LIGHT. WISH. (remove wick). EAT!
Where to Purchase: www.LetThemEatCandles.com (includes list of retail stores) – www.thegrommet.com
Light Stax 36 piece Classic Set
Kindle your creativity with this brilliant LED construction set! As you stack, the brightly colored blocks illuminate, making your innovative design glow. Easy-to-assemble blocks encourage boys and girls to exercise their imaginations. Develop your own abstract artistic piece, construct a unique night light, or build a cool robot!
Where to Purchase: UncommonGoods
– http://www.uncommongoods.com/product/electric-light-blocks
Lil’ Butters
Lil’ Butters are collectible butterfly figurines that are meant to help empower young children with their unapologetic and infectious personalities! Many young children and tweens struggle with how to express their emotions and different personalities. Girls can keep a Lil’ Butter in their backpack, locker, or decorate their bedroom with the Lil’ Butters befitting their own persona.
Each of the 6 collectible Lil’ Butters have their own likes and dislikes, as well as a wide range of emotions – just like kids! It’s important for children to be able to express how they are feeling, but to do so in a fun and creative way. Enter LOVE STINKS, SWEET BEATS, SUPERHERO, WHATEVER!, MELLOW BLISS, and LOVEY DOVEY to the emotional roller coaster rescue!
Where to Purchase: Amazon.com, Hobby Lobby
Li’l Woodzeez Honeysuckle Airway
Welcome to Honeysuckle Hollow, where you can let your imagination soar. Take off on an adventure with Honeysuckle Airways; the newest addition to the Li’l Woodzeez world.
Airplane set includes 34 fun accessories. Characters sold separately.
Where to Purchase: Target – Target.com – Amazon.com –
Mastermindtoys.com