Cool Stuff for Kids
By Christine Davis
Hello Lamb board book
Babies love animals and this board book, complete with sound, won’t disappoint. A great alternative to candy for Easter.
Available at Indigo. $10.99
Easter Excitement: A Colorful Sticker Shapes Book
This book, which includes 500 stickers, detachable pages and a guide for creating designs, will keep kids occupied for hours while helping develop fine motor skills. Makes a fun addition to an Easter Basket. Available at Indigo. $8.99
The Wonderful Habits of Rabbits
This poetic story by Douglas Florian follows one family of rabbits as they do all of their favourite things. A sweet story that is perfect for bedtime reading. Available at Indigo. $22.99
Easter Egg Cup
Available in chick and bunny designs these egg cups will brighten your child’s morning and make eating eggs more fun. Also a great addition to an Easter brunch table. Available at Indigo. $8 each
Feltman Brothers Bobby Suit
This classic baby boy two-piece romper is the perfect outfit for this year’s late Easter. Vintage styling and fine detailing will make it a piece you’ll want to hand down from generation to generation. Available at feltmanbrothers.com. $56.85 US
Lipsmacker Tsum Tsum collection
Stackable and collectable lip balms available in a variety of flavours that leaves lips tasting delicious and with a translucent shine. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Available at major retailers. $5.95
ISeeMe “My Snuggle Bunny”
This heart warming story book is totally personalized so your child will hear about all the ways that Snuggle Bunny loves him or her throughout the day. Available at iseeme.com. $29.99 US
Rock & Bop Music Player
Pre-schoolers can explore 10 musical games while listening to kid-friendly music on this device that introduces letters, numbers, animals, instruments, time and more. Child-safe headphones included with this VTech product. Available at Toys “R” Us and Walmart. $19.99
Feltman Brothers Smocked Dress
Your little girl will be the best dressed this Easter in this adorable vintage dress featuring classic smocking and exquisite detailing that includes pearls. An heirloom piece that will certainly be passed along. Available at feltmanbrothers.com. $63.95
Tagada Playhouse and Cover
This mini-home is a must-have for the playroom. It’s the perfect secret hideaway for playing and relaxing. Available at gautierstudio.com. Playhouse $269, cover $49.95
Go! Go! Smart Wheels Racing Runway Airplane
Children ages 1 to 5 will take flight with this VTech toy airplane that transforms from a cargo plane into a runway ramp. It plays fun music and phrases and turning gears, folding wings, swinging doors and a sliding bead all help strengthen fine motor skills. Available at Toys “R” Us. $25.99
Beatrix Potter Peter Rabbit plushie
Every little one needs a bunny for Easter and Peter Rabbit is a classic. This plushie from Kids Preferred is super soft and will make a great companion. Available at Amazon. $30
BoostCare Kids Headphones
Safe for kids 3 year and up, these custom headphones are colourful, lightweight and so much fun. Standard headphone jack can used with a variety of devices. Available at amazon.com. $19.99
Apple Berry Jazz oatmeal
Kids can get out the door quickly and with a belly full of delicious and nutritious oatmeal thanks to Rocket Foods’ instant oatmeal. An interesting combination of apples, blueberries and cinnamon is enhanced with the texture of sunflower seeds. Available at Loblaws. $5.49
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Ole Toy Hamper
Practical and stylish this hamper is the perfect storage item to accompany the Tagada playhouse. There’s plenty of room for toys or dirty clothes. Available at gautierstudio.com. $33.95
Umi Celia sandals
These adorable shoes will remind mom of the ones she wore and loved as a child. Soft leather, Velcro-adjustable ankle strap and soft soles make these sandals a great fit. Available at umishoes.com. $50 US
Belle’s Ball Gown
Your little princess will look as beautiful as Belle did descending the grand staircase into the enchanted ballroom in this dress. Perfect for playing dress up, this gown is inspired by the new Disney movie. Fits sizes 4-6x Available at Toys “R” Us. $49.99
Belle Dress Up Accessories
Complete the Belle look with these play accessories inspired by the new Beauty and the Beast movie. Includes the iconic “tree of life” pendant. Suitable for ages 3-8 years. Available at Toys “R” Us. $16.99
