As usual, so much has been going on around here. Even though I haven’t been updating as frequent as I like, I’m always updating Twitter, Facebook and my current obsession (and everyone else’s,) Instagram.
My current Instagram obsession made me think about the other obsessions we have going on in our house. My Four year old is at that stage in life where he clings onto things incessantly. And the fact that I review kid products means that his obsessions change with every new package we receive, or so it seems.
So, I thought I’d try to update weekly on what are our new favorites. It will most likely be a random sampling of things, but all fun finds nonetheless.
1. Transformer Bot Shots
These Bot Shots from Hasbro can be cataloged in a few different ways: they’re collectible, have a battle aspect and they transform. They’re small in size, which makes them perfect for young school-aged kids and maybe even preschoolers. The fact that they’re Transformers adds to the cool factor. When in battle mode, players can push, then crash into their opponent, and then the Bot Shot automatically transforms. I can’t tell you how many battles we’ve had with our guys.
I love the low price point for these toys, almost as much as I love the fun play pattern. It’s competitive, yet creative and all around fun, especially for Transformers fans.
2. Chan, Pie and Gnon Teethers
I’ve had a lot of baby on the brain as of late, and baby toys are no exception. I’ve talked a lot of Sophie the Giraffe, but I’m so excited that the makers of Sophie have friends for this famous giraffe. Chan, Pie and Gnon are rubber, just like Sophie. These little mushroom-looking characters are easy to grab and even have a squeaker toy inside. As my baby learns to grasp things, it’s so cute to hear that little squeaker squeak.
3. Skylanders Cloud Patrol
The uber popular video game franchise is already a hit on the web and on consoles, and now, it’s available on mobile platforms. Our whole family loves playing Skylanders, so naturally, Cloud Patrol was an instant hit for all of us. Cloud Patrol has a combination of mini-missions and shooting adventures, which are all easy to play on a touch-pad devices. The colors and characters are just as vibrant as the other game platforms, and quite honestly just as addicting. Activision is getting it right with the multi-platform interactivity. I love the way you can engage characters you already own, just by inputting the number they came with. Skylanders Cloud Patrol is a game that will be along with many of our roadtrips and train rides this summer.
