Cool Stuff for Kids
1. Kinetic LED Powered Sparkler Jump Rope
Add another element of fun to skipping with this LED Powered Sparkler Jump Rope. Kinetically-powered by the motion of the Jump Rope, it doesn’t require batteries. Perfect for kids and adults, the Jump Rope is 99-inches long and is best suited for children ages 8 and up. Available at Amazon.com. $17.99 US
2. 4everbound
Turn piles of children’s school and artwork into a beautifully bound hardcover book with this unique and attractive storage solution. Simply select and personalize your cover, send the pages and they’ll be professionally machine bound and shipped back to you via insured and tracked service. Makes a great keepsake. Available at 4everbound.com. From $49.95 US
3. Junie B. Jones The Musical Cast Album
Join the beloved Junie B. Jones of Barbara Park’s wildly popular books and a quirky, wonderful cast of characters as they sing and dance their way through the tunes from this original family musical. Best suited for children age 3 to 9. Available on iTunes for digital download and Spotify for streaming. $9.99
4. Kimchi Kids
This tasty spin on Kimchi is made with kids in mind and best enjoyed as a side dish or condiment alternative. Rich in vitamins, minerals and a good source of probiotics, it’s made with purple cabbage, radishes and pear, offering a tasty, mild and sweet flavour. Just a tablespoon a day will help boost the immune system. Available at justshutupandtryitferments.com. $11.50
5. Picture This Clothing
Kids will love designing their own clothing. Simply print the dress or T-shirt template, colour your design, send a picture back then wear your imagination on your clothes. Orders take 30 days to process. Available at picturethisclothing.com. From $49 US
6. Watchitude watch
Designed for kids age 4 to 12, these fun slap-on watches come in a variety of quirky and unique prints for every personality. Durable, water-resistant and safe for kids, the watches are easy to set up and run on a replaceable standard watch battery. Available at Indigo and Amazon.ca. $24.99
7. Great Pretenders Colour-A-Birthday Hat
Colouring is an activity with many benefits and these Colour-A-Birthday Hats offer a great party activity and take-home. Other designs including capes, aprons and clothing available. Available at greatpretenders.ca. $15 (4 hats)
8. Jonathan Adler crafted by Fisher-Price Umbrella Stroller
A stroller both mom and baby will love, the lightweight and easily maneuverable design and plush seat surface make strolling adventures an enjoyable experience. Available at Indigo, Hudson’s Bay and $229.99
9. Velveteen Adjustable Sleeping Eye Mask
Crafted out of velveteen and satin, these sleeping masks by Julien & Emily Designs help children drift into a deeper and longer slumber while looking super cute. Also find their fox and owl pillows and other adorable critter creations. Available at the One of a Kind Show. oneofakindshow.com $28
10. Shark Blanket Tail
Dreampower’s fun and original designs are perfect for curling up to read a book or watch a movie. Available at the One of a Kind Show, March 29 to April 2 at Enercare Centre, Exhibition Place, Toronto. $54.99
