Educational fun with the SmartMax Mega Ball Run

Sponsored post SmartMax learn while you playI can’t even tell you how many times I have refused or returned a self-contained pre-made ball run that has been given to my kids. It’s not that I’m against kids learning about gravity and momentum by way of a ball run, it’s just that I can’t justify the space that they require for the momentary fun of dropping a ball down a chute a few times before the kids get bored.SmartMax funBut, when I was told about the SmartMax Mega Ball Run, I realized that someone finally got it. By adding in the fun of a construction toy and the power of magnets, SmartMax allows you to build your own ball run over and over again to enhance the play value and keep the kids busy for hours.

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HABAusa.com Makes Shopping Easier Than Ever {HABA Doll and Horse}

Because of how much my kiddos thirst for knowledge, I strive to make each new toy that comes into our house a learning opportunity.  Whether it be empathy and understanding or science and problem solving, I find myself turning to HABA toys again and again. With heirloom quality toys that capture the true essence of … Read more

The Amazing Drosselmeyer Nutcracker

Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide – Day 19 We pride ourselves on having a well equipped kitchen with all the gadgets and gizmos you could ever need, but every once in a while even we are surprised when we find we’ve been missing something so obvious in our collection.  Recently, we had a Drosselmeyer Nutcracker arrive … Read more

Mauviel M’héritage Professional Copper Cookware

Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide: Day 26 When talking about the ultimate in kitchen luxuries, there really is no disputing the fact that copper cookware is at the top of that list.  Whether you are a gourmet cook or are just getting started, chances are that at one point or another you longed for a set … Read more