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01/23/2010

Transformers Movie 2 Leader Optimus Prime Review

The Transformers Movie 2 Leader Optimus Prime is one of the coolest robot-to-toy Transformers figures ever created. It moves, looks, and talks exactly like the CGI version which is great for both casual fans and hardcore enthusiasts alike. Looks-wise this toy is unbeatable. Transformers Movie 2 Leader Optimus Prime Review By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Erika_Ayala]Erika Ayala The Transformers Movie 2 Leader Optimus Prime is one of the coolest robot-to-toy Transformers figures ever created. It moves, looks, and talks exactly like the CGI version which is great for both casual fans and hardcore enthusiasts alike. Looks-wise this toy is unbeatable. When you look at it from afar or if you see a picture of it, you will be in doubt as to how such a detailed replica can possibly exist, especially for a toy. But, holding it in your hands will make you believe. And it looks great in robot mode and in truck mode. Now who can beat that? Since we are now in modern times, a new innovation was made in the creation of this toy. You can actually see the gears move when you transform the robot from one form to another, and it makes that cool sound that almost won an Academy Award during one of the recent Oscar nights. Electronic speech voiceovers are also done by the original actor himself. What's more, the robot's eyes light up, and it has multiple detachable weaponry such as energy swords. There is no doubt that a lot of hard work has been put into making this toy as close to perfect as possible. Imagine playing with your photorealistic Optimus Prime figurine, while imagining the movie version of the robot in action. But wait, you don't have to imagine it anymore because what you have in your hands is so close to the real thing. That's what's so great about this toy. If you want the coolest and most realistic Optimus Prime figure to play with or to display on your collector's shelf, then you must buy yourself the Transformers Movie 2 Leader Optimus Prime. For more information, check other Transformers Movie 2 Leader [http://www.greenbac.com/transformers-movie-2-leader-optimus-prime-review/]Optimus Prime toy reviews. Erika Ayala works part time for a consumer review company. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Transformers-Movie-2-Leader-Optimus-Prime-Review&id=2452336] Transformers Movie 2 Leader Optimus Prime Review

23 Jan 2010 03:41:27

The Must-Have Zu Zu Pets Toy Hamsters and Tricks to Locate Them This Christmas

Have you tried telling your child the Zu Zu pets toy hamsters are sold out and Santa has a waiting list? It wasn't that effective huh? Every year parents get the old one-two knockout with a new must-have toy that sells like wildfire while the price skyrockets. The Must-Have Zu Zu Pets Toy Hamsters and Tricks to Locate Them This Christmas By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Heather_Renee_Lazzaro]Heather Renee Lazzaro Have you tried telling your child the Zu Zu pets toy hamsters are sold out and Santa has a waiting list? It wasn't that effective huh? Every year parents get the old one-two knockout with a new must-have toy that sells like wildfire while the price skyrockets. These new zu zu pets toy hamsters are no different than every other child fascination that they love for a few weeks and toss to the side but like any other parent you will want to please them for the holidays. The manufacturer says where to buy them and of course they only send each store a specific amount; this creates the frenzy especially around the holidays. Your best bet is to always try ordering online first. There are several reasons to search online versus in the stores. 1. Most online vendors still do not charge taxes so you can purchase these Zu Zu pets toy hamsters cheaper minus the taxes. 2. Most online vendors are providing specials like coupons, discounts for shopping at their stores, especially during this approaching holiday season. You can also get free shipping during this hurried time. 3. By searching online vendors you can easily seek out those who still have stocked inventory of the Zu Zu pets toy hamsters; it's more convenient than walking the malls searching for the toys and you get to compare prices all in the comfort of your home. So what happens when all else fails and you still can't locate the infamous new Zu Zu pets toy hamsters? Start searching on Amazon; right now this is the only website beside maybe eBay that you can find them in stock. If you do not want to be stressed out in a bidding war for the cute little hamsters, then Amazon is the place to go. You can also try joining forums and parent groups to inquire about Zu Zu pets toy hamsters. Many parents who know all too well the must-have scenario you're in will be happy to help you if they know of any in a store close by. Finally, the desperate who must locate this particular toy for their child can place an advertisement on Craigslist. It's been done before so don't be ashamed. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?The-Must-Have-Zu-Zu-Pets-Toy-Hamsters-and-Tricks-to-Locate-Them-This-Christmas&id=3284790] The Must-Have Zu Zu Pets Toy Hamsters and Tricks to Locate Them This Christmas

23 Jan 2010 03:38:29 | Books

01/22/2010

Hottest Christmas Toy - U-Dance Review

One of this year's best-selling Christmas toys is a new take on an old favorite. It's U-Dance: a Dance Dance Revolution (DDR)-inspired game where players (up to two) dance to the beat of a pre-selected song and match up their steps with digital arrows on the TV screen. Hottest Christmas Toy - U-Dance Review By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Julian_Hartley]Julian Hartley One of this year's best-selling Christmas toys is a new take on an old favorite. It's U-Dance: a Dance Dance Revolution (DDR)-inspired game where players (up to two) dance to the beat of a pre-selected song and match up their steps with digital arrows on the TV screen. Sounds just like DDR, right? Well, it's close. But U-Dance wins the dance-off on one count: it's wireless. That means no dance pads sliding around the living room, and no cords to get tangled in when stepping to victory. Instead of a pad, U-Dance features elastic foot straps, called Motion Tags, that have sensors that measure just how close to the beat you stomp your feet. Kind of like a Nintendo Wii, in U-Dance, the player is the controller. Although the wireless aspect of the game is a huge advantage to games like DDR and its knock-offs, U-Dance has a couple major drawbacks. This Hasbro game is not a disc that you can put into your PlaySation console or GameCube. U-Dance has its own console, and its only game is, in fact, U-Dance. There's no word as to whether this one-trick pony of a console will learn new tricks (that is, whether or not it will accommodate other Hasbro games). The other major drawback is the song bank. Ask any DDR aficionado, and they'll tell you they wish the game had either more songs or more levels-or both. U-Dance has the same amount of levels as DDR, three: easy, moderate, and difficult, but it has fewer songs: 12 to DDR's dozens. And some players have complained about the fact that not all of the songs are the originals-because of complications (or price) of royalties, some of the songs are recorded by sound-alikes. There is something to be said, though, about the game's celebrity endorsement by pop artist Chris Brown. Brown's hit song, Run It, is featured on the game, and the artist only has good things to say about it (the game; not his song): "U-DANCE is the best dance game out there. If you like to dance like I do, you are going to love this game." Well, if Chris Brown says it's the best, who's going to argue? U-Dance can be purchased for $74.99 and does not include the four "AA" batteries necessary to run the game. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Julian Hartley TopChristmasToys.Net Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Hottest-Christmas-Toy---U-Dance-Review&id=1641595] Hottest Christmas Toy - U-Dance Review

22 Jan 2010 05:08:30

Fisher Price Smart Cycle Review - Marketing Hype Or Ideal Holiday Toy?

Does the Fisher Price Smart Cycle live up to its marketing hype? With the economy in a slump, parents on a tight budget will not be purchasing as many toys for their children as they would like this holiday season. What this means is that as a parent, you will probably be focusing on those toys that will give you the biggest bang for your buck. With so many holiday toy options available this season, you may be asking yourself: Is the Fisher Price Smart Cycle a toy worth considering? Does it live up to its marketing hype? Fisher Price Smart Cycle Review - Marketing Hype Or Ideal Holiday Toy? By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Patty_Johnson]Patty Johnson Looking for a holiday toy for your toddler that blends physical activity with engaging learning activities? Want to find a toy that will keep your child busy and happy all through the cold winter months? Searching for that one special toy that provides your toddler with both hours of exercise and engaging fun? If you answered yes to any of the above, you may already be considering the Fisher Price Smart Cycle for your toddler this holiday season. The Smart Cycle claims to provide both physical activity (by riding a stationary bike), and educational fun (through its learning games/adventure software). This "Physical Learning Arcade System" from Mattel Inc. was released in 2007 and subsequently won two awards at the Toy Industry Association's Annual Toy of the Year Awards in 2008. It is targeted at 3-6 year old toddlers. With the economy in a slump, parents on a tight budget will not be purchasing as many toys for their children as they would like this holiday season. What this means is that as a parent, you will probably be focusing on those toys that will give you the biggest bang for your buck. With so many holiday toy options available this season, you may be asking yourself: Is this particular toy worth considering? Does it live up to its marketing hype? Will my child really use and enjoy it? In order to help you with your decision, here are a few reviews of the Fisher Price Smart Cycle from parenting sites online. The Fisher Price Smart Cycle is currently listed as the number one toy in About.com's list of Top Toddler Toys. According to the review on this site, the Smart Cycle is "a gigantic step above the other TV and video games available for toddlers today" and points out that the Smart Cycle provides entertainment while making kids exercise at the same time. The Smart Cycle also received five out of five stars from the Viewpoints.com toy reviews page. One parent reviewer commented that by using the Smart Cycle their child is "being active, learning numbers and letters and having fun." According to GrandkidsGiftGuide.com, kids can use the Smart Cycle to get great exercise as they cycle their way through stimulating educational video games that involve colors, numbers and letter recognition. The games teach children to 'catch' letters of the alphabet, review numbers at "Math Mountain," and learn their shapes at "Shape Lake" as they cycle through each of these virtual environments. Additional game cartridges allow kids to interact with their favorite characters - Dora the Explorer, Sponge Bob Square Pants, Thomas the train, Scooby Doo, Elmo and Barbie - as they go on exciting learning adventures together. The final verdict? The Fisher Price Smart Cycle appears to live up to its marketing hype. This toy provides an effective balance of activities for your child as it combines healthy exercise and engaging learning at the same time. It's no wonder that Parenting Magazine chose the Fisher Price Smart Cycle as one of their Best Toys of 2007. What you just learned about the Fisher Price Smart Cycle is just the beginning. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Fisher-Price-Smart-Cycle-Review---Marketing-Hype-Or-Ideal-Holiday-Toy?&id=1746982] Fisher Price Smart Cycle Review - Marketing Hype Or Ideal Holiday Toy?

22 Jan 2010 05:06:07

01/14/2010

Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls Toy Review

Did you love to 'play house' when you were younger? I know I sure did and so do my children now. All kids love to play pretend and act like adults do and playing house and caring for their dolls is a great way to do this. I remember when I was a child; my friends and I would play for hours with our dolls. Back then dolls were pretty simplest and you had to your use imagination quiet a bit. As parents we would rather have our children focus on learning skills they will need later on in life rather then playing house. Luckily, you can have the best of both worlds! Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls Toy Review By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Katie_Byrd]Katie Byrd It's great; little kids, especially little girls, they love babies. Although they are barley older then babies themselves they love everything about them but they especially love to play with them. I know my daughter does. Think back to when you were a little girl, you probably loved to play house too, pretending to be a mommy to your dolls. When you were you of course had to play with dolls, back then baby dolls did not do much of anything. You had to use your imagination and pretend that your baby doll was crying or eating or sleeping. Times they sure have changed. Young children now no longer have to settle for a simple baby doll. Instead, with Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls, your children can play house with a doll that looks and acts just like a real baby! Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls are the latest innovation in toy technology on the market today. This new state of the art doll is completely interactive that will both teach your child academic information while allowing them to play house at the same time. The Dolls are interactive in every conceivable way you can think of, here is just some of things the doll can do: • Name their body parts when their hands are placed over them. • Teach children Spanish • Recite their body part names in Spanish as well as in English • Play games • Sing songs The Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls are available in different races as well as gender. This allows kids to have options as well as the ability to have a doll that looks just like them. So why not give your child the gift of learning and playing this holiday season. Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls have it all. Your child will spend hours learning and playing with their new bundle of joy for years to come. So what are you waiting for get one today! If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Mattel-Little-Mommy-Sweet-As-Me-Baby-Knows-Dolls-Toy-Review&id=1768648] Mattel Little Mommy Sweet As Me Baby Knows Dolls Toy Review

14 Jan 2010 05:02:59 | Books

Made In America Toy Review

The toy industry was thrown for a loop last year with the lead scare found in toys made in China. Outsourcing production to other countries has saved consumers money, but the news of a possible danger to children made Americans look for toys made in their own country. Made In America Toy Review By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Alycia_Shapiro]Alycia Shapiro There is something magical about that word "Toy." It conjures up the image of children and the way their faces light up when they first open a present. It brings them joy along with laughter, imagination, and a learning experience. When making a toy purchase there are a lot of things to keep in mind. The quality of the product and educational value are two important things to look for when you are buying a child's toy. Today people are also more concerned with where a toy is made. The majority of toys on the market today are imported from China and other foreign countries. Although most products made overseas are perfectly safe and good quality some people really want to buy toys that are made in America. Luckily there are toys that are made throughout the USA in small, hometown companies that keep the tradition of American made toys alive. Many American consumers like to know where the toys they purchase are made. It also gives them a sense of comfort to know that they supporting small businesses - especially family owned businesses that have been around for generations. We need to get back to the basics, allow our children to experience the same toys that we were able to love and enjoy - toys that are made in America. Why not shop here, in our own country? Let's bring back an old tradition that has been long forgotten. Do you remember when you were young, and you would sit and play with your play kitchen for hours. It was likely handmade and perfect to pretend cook just like Mom. I remember having a cradle that was handmade and so sturdy. I can't remember how many times I painted it, but it was still in great condition and perfect to hand down as a family heirloom. My brother had a wagon that was filled with ABC wood blocks - and he pushed around the house everywhere he went. You wouldn't think that blocks could fly, but his did, luckily, I was always out of the way. These are just a few examples of great American made toys. You will be able to find quality blocks constructed of pure Maplewood and made in the USA. Companies like Maple Landmark and Holgate Toys make wonderful wooden toys right here in America. There are also the most adorable little kitchens that any little girl would love. Companies like Little Colorado and Elves and Angels make beautifully designed heirloom quality toy kitchens from American grown wood. Little Colorado constructs all their products - such as kids tables and chairs, toddler beds, and even accessories like wall shelves - from sturdy Colorado pine. They make all their products to order in Colorado and it is family owned and operated. If you are worried about buying products due to lead content, or if you just want to keep your dollars here at home, there are plenty of options for American made toys. You will have fun reliving your childhood with these classics that last through generations. These quality products can often be handed down generation after generation.It feels great to buy toys made in America. You can support American run companies and get the products you really want for your kids. Alycia Shapiro is Vice President in charge of product development for SensoryEdge. She has advocated for special needs children in order to get the therapy services they need. Many parents either have difficulty getting the proper services or might not know these services are available. You can visit her websites to learn more about Educational Toys and Furnishings for kids. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Made-In-America-Toy-Review&id=1054706] Made In America Toy Review

14 Jan 2010 04:59:16 | Books

01/12/2010

Great Kids Toys - Seven Tips For Buying Presents For Your Children

Years ago, my Mother asked me what I wanted for my birthday. I told her I wanted another Ginny doll. She said, "But dear, you've already got several Ginny dolls. You don't need another one." Great Kids Toys - Seven Tips For Buying Presents For Your Children By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=MaryJo_Wagner]MaryJo Wagner Years ago, my Mother asked me what I wanted for my birthday. I told her I wanted another Ginny doll. She said, "But dear, you've already got several Ginny dolls. You don't need another one." End of story: I didn't get another Ginny doll for my birthday. I don't remember now what I got but I do remember that I didn't get what I wanted. Now don't get me wrong, I'm not bashing my Mother. She did what she thought best for the daughter she loved. And I certainly did celebrate birthdays with presents I did want. But a true present-for kids and for adults-is something they want or a wonderful surprise that you know they'll love. Something a child needs but doesn't necessarily want (like socks) isn't a present. Seven Do's and Don'ts for Choosing Children's Toys 1. Get them what they want if you can afford it and it doesn't contradict your values. Make sure your kids know which toys are off limits because of your family values. 2. Get them what they want even when they have lots of that toy. 3. Get them what they want even if you think the toy is silly or ugly. 4. Don't give them everything they want-that's called over-indulgence. Find out what they want most. What they want least. 5. Don't give them what you loved as a child unless you know it's something they want. 6. If your children want something you can't afford, tell them up front that you can't afford it. 7. If you have several children close in age and are choosing one big present, make sure each child gets a small present that's just for them. Now sit back and enjoy birthdays, Christmas, or Hanukkah with your kids and grandkids. Make believe with the dolls, build things with Legos, and laugh along with the silly toys. Just remember to take a couple of videos of all the fun. Kids (and their parents and grandparents too) love watching old family videos. Now there's a great present for everyone. I'm sure choosing your kids' toys isn't the only question you have about parenting. You'll find more answers about raising smart kids and a great support community at our blog, http://smartkidssmartparents.com And while you're at the site, be sure to sign up for Smart Kids Strategies and our newsletter. They're both free. MaryJo Wagner, Ph.D. Helping Smart Parents Raise Smart Kids If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Great-Kids-Toys---Seven-Tips-For-Buying-Presents-For-Your-Children&id=3051537] Great Kids Toys - Seven Tips For Buying Presents For Your Children

12 Jan 2010 22:35:40 | Books

What Are the Popular Kids' Toys Available Today?

Toys are said to be the means of expression for the kids. Understanding this, many toy manufacturers are manufacturing kids' toys that give them discrete ability to express themselves positively and built a bright future. What else do we want? What Are the Popular Kids' Toys Available Today? By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Terro_White]Terro White Toys are said to be the means of expression for the kids. Understanding this, many toy manufacturers are manufacturing kids' toys that give them discrete ability to express themselves positively and built a bright future. What else do we want? Our life revolves around our kids and we want them to enjoy their childhood. Parents who have had tougher childhoods are especially keen on making their kids' wishes fulfilled at a single instance. However we must also inculcate in them value of apt expenditure and therefore should opt for cheap yet quality toys. The kids' toys are specially prepared to develop their cognitive skills and other motor skills in early stage. In later stages for pre-school children, some mentally provocative toys are made so that they grow in their ability of comprehension and fine thinking skills. These children's toys literally enhance functioning of certain areas of cerebral cortex, studies have found, and therefore choosing the right toys for your kids is crucially imperative. Let's see what are the popular kids' toys available in the market today? 1) Board Games: Inculcating value of outdoor games is good no doubt but your kids also need indoor entertainment during nasty weathers or during illnesses. Traditional board games are the best bets to engage your kid fruitfully. Also today lots of skillful games have come into market like Corx or Magic cube etc that can enhance the mental acuity of your kid to a great extent. Count upon the usual card games too for an entertaining evening with your family and kids all together! 2) Musical toys: There are a lot of musical toys. These delight children. Lot many varieties are available like Groovy Tune Maracus or Harmonica, Groovy tune microphone, etc. You can find many of these toys in online galleries at quite affordable rates. 3) Skateboards, skates, and bikes: To encourage outdoor activities in your little grown up kids, you can go for skates or skateboard. The sports or regular bikes can also be great buys for inculcating the values of physical activity in early age! Lot many other varieties you can find online and little caution will get you quality toys from quality dealers. Many discount offers are available on toys these days due to upcoming festive season. Utilize the offers and try to acquire quality toys at cheaper rates. Children live in their own world and toys form an integral part of their life. If you give them freedom to play with the toys they like, they are ought to enjoy their childhood and cherish it for years to come. With the huge variety of children's toys available online today, it is very much possible to give our children the best ever childhood they deserve! If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?What-Are-the-Popular-Kids-Toys-Available-Today?&id=3372354] What Are the Popular Kids' Toys Available Today?

12 Jan 2010 22:30:49 | Books

Toys That Work For Both Boys and Girls

Okay, girls love Dora the Explorer, and boys love action figures. But, there's something to be said for toys that brothers can share with their sisters and vice versa. The way kids spend most of their free time is playing, and if you can give your children some toys based on a common interest, you can encourage sharing, and playing together, which can strengthen the sibling bond and make for a more harmonious household. Toys That Work For Both Boys and Girls By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Chang_Lim]Chang Lim Okay, girls love Dora the Explorer, and boys love action figures. But, there's something to be said for toys that brothers can share with their sisters and vice versa. The way kids spend most of their free time is playing, and if you can give your children some toys based on a common interest, you can encourage sharing, and playing together, which can strengthen the sibling bond and make for a more harmonious household. One of the real hurdles for brothers and sisters playing together is that most girls really don't care about Batman, and most boys wouldn't be caught dead playing with Barbie dolls. So, more often than not, you'll need to provide your kids with some "gender neutral" toys if you're hoping to see them getting along and learning to share. In the 1980's, we had He-Man and the Masters of the Universe. He-Man had initially been marketed to boys, but because of the generous number of strong female heroes and fantasy elements, as well as a female animation director taking on a lot of episodes, the show actually wound up having a lot of crossover appeal, hence the spin-off series and toy line, She-Ra Princess of Power, starring He-Man's sister. The whole He-Man/She-Ra family of toys was nothing if not an excellent way to get brothers and sisters playing together and enjoying the same shows. Unfortunately, children's entertainment today has very little in the way of popular franchises with equal appeal for boys and girls. But then we do have Dora and Diego... while Dora the Explorer may have limited appeal for boys, the spin-off series, Go Diego Go, is definitely a boy's show. Each show shares a number of characters with the other, and the overlap can help bring brothers and sisters together, meaning less fighting over the remote when one show or the other comes on TV, and playing together to create adventures for both Dora and Diego to conquer. Then there are completely gender neutral toys, like Legos. Legos usually tries to cater more towards boys, licensing properties like Batman and Indiana Jones, but the basic premise of this toy has a lot of appeal for boys and girls: Build whatever you want to build. Challenging your daughter and son to build a castle together may yield interesting results, like a palace with a ballroom and an armada of cannons and archers along the outer wall. While space adventure is primarily a boy-focused genre, Star Wars actually tends to appeal to both boys and girls as well. By providing the audience with a strong male lead in Luke Skywalker, and a strong female lead in Princess Leia, every kid watching the movie has someone to root for. Most recently, we've seen electronic toys for both boys and girls drop considerably in price thanks to the very nature of technology getting cheaper every day. You can actually buy a kid a digital camera, toy laptop, or even a camcorder for the price of dinner for one at the Olive Garden. By their nature, these are non-gender specific toys, but bear in mind that most boys wouldn't dare touch a pink and purple camera, whereas girls rarely have a problem with blue. That's something to remember, by the way. A lot of gender-neutral toys are coloured blue for boys and pink for girls. Boys oftentimes hate pink, but girls don't have to worry about being called a sissy at school if they show up with a blue backpack. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Toys-That-Work-For-Both-Boys-and-Girls&id=1688187] Toys That Work For Both Boys and Girls

12 Jan 2010 01:02:18 | Books

Green Toys - Socially Responsible Toys That Kids Love

Finding Green Toys at your local toy store is not easy. As a matter of fact this is a category that really has very little alternatives. We've found two and discuss their merits in the following article. Green Toys - Socially Responsible Toys That Kids Love By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Alycia_Shapiro]Alycia Shapiro Many parents today have a lot of concerns about the toys they give their children. With all the concerns and publicity about global warming and importance of conserving energy, socially conscience parents also want to buys toys that don't have a negative impact on the environment. Finding Green Toys does not have to be an impossible task. We have done some research and found two companies that deserve a lot of credit in their efforts by creating environmentally friendly toys. Green Toys and Play toys have both taken going Green to a new level. The best example of a Green Toys company is aptly names Green Toys. This new company has combined all aspects that parents look for when trying to find safe toys for their kids. The line currently only has 4 products but they are all winners. Their current collection includes a Sand Play Set, Cookware and Dining Set, Indoor Gardening Kit, and the soon to be released Tea Set. These toys are manufactured, assembled and tested in the USA so parents don't need to worry about any potential risks associated with Chinese factories. Green Toys makes sure that their products contain no phthalates, BPA or lead, and that they meet FDA requirements for food contact. Green Toys makes all their products from curbside collected plastic milk. These plastic containers are collected at your curb by a local recycling company, who then sorts them from all the other types of plastic. The milk containers are then reprocessed into super clean fresh plastic called high-density polyethylene (or HDPE). This material is considered one of the safest, cleanest plastics around. The environmental mission of Green Toys also extends to their packaging. They strive to minimize packaging so all their boxes use as little material as possible. Green Toys only uses recycled corrugated boxes with no plastics, cellophane or twist-ties, and are 100% recyclable. Green toys tries to take every precaution to make sure that their products and packaging won't end up adding to land fills. Many parents today are looking for toys made in the USA and Green Toys is happy to oblige. Making toys in California has a lot of other added bonuses for parents and the environment. California is a state known for strict toy safety and environmental laws. This makes the toys that much safer for your children. Another added bonus is that transportation is one of the biggest contributors to greenhouse gasses. By making toys in California a lot less fuel is used in the transportation of the toys before they get to shelves in your local store. Every step in the process, from milk container recycling to toy production to final assembly, occurs in California. This way the raw materials and toys are not shipped from overseas. This saves a lot of energy and thus reduces greenhouse gasses. Parents can feel good about buying products made by Green Toys. These American made toys are non-toxic, save energy, reduce landfill waste and lower greenhouse gas emissions. Although few companies have gone Green as well as the Green Toys company we highly recommend the products made by Plan Toys. This fantastic Thailand based toy company has initiated a Green Concept as part of its overall Mission Statement. Their efforts start with environmentally friendly materials. PlanToys® makes their educational toys and products from clean, natural rubberwood. Rubber trees are used to create latex but once they can no longer be used for this purpose they are often cut for wood to make toys and furniture. Plan No fertilizer is added so that the wood stays chemical free. Moreover, to stabilize the wood, PlanToys® uses a time consuming chemical-free kiln drying process. Many problems have been found in the glue and paints used in children's toys. To circumvent this problem Play Toys assembles their products by using a proprietary non-formaldehyde glue instead of the traditional toxic wood glue. This proprietary glue is E-Zero which means it contains no Formaldehyde emission. They also use non-toxic, water based dyes to add accent colors to products instead of paint. This color contains no heavy metal elements such as lead or mercury. In addition to keeping with their green concept PlanToys® uses recycled and recyclable material to minimize their impact on the environment. They also use soy ink & water based ink on printed materials. This ink decomposes faster than regular chemical ink and can be recycled more efficiently. PlanToys® integrates alternative energy, e.g. solar cell and biomass or wood scrap which can be used to generate energy for machinery that kiln- dry the wood and the paint. Every effort is made throughout the manufacturing process to make their toys safe for kids and the environment. If you like shop cheap price, try visiting Kids Toy Store Online Article Source: [http://EzineArticles.com/?Green-Toys---Socially-Responsible-Toys-That-Kids-Love&id=1113060] Green Toys - Socially Responsible Toys That Kids Love

12 Jan 2010 00:58:25 | Books