Are you wanting to drag your tech savvy kids away from the phone, computer, iPod and video games? Believe me, it is possible, you just have to find the right toy to grab their attention and even sit down and play with them.
Babalu remembers the ‘olden days’ when kids would sit on the floor and open a box of dominoes or puzzle pieces to build, dream, knock down and start all over again. They have updated the WJ Fantasy line of classic toys with a richly illustrated artistic feel.
New for Spring 2010 are four traditional toy styles from WJ Fantasy:
Nesting Blocks • Ages 3+ • $18
WJ Fantasy is known for its wonderful nesting block designs and this year’s new The Day The Rain Came fits right in! From pandas to penguins, there are two of every animal — beautifully depicted — ready to join Noah and his Ark for the day the rain comes. Each square box shows four different illustrations with monkeys swinging, alligators slithering, Noah and his wife and children greeting the animals and so many rich details for young eyes to ponder. Stack ‘em high or nest them inside each other.
Puzzle blocks • Ages 4+ • $8
Choose one or all three themed puzzle block sets — Monsters, Fairies and Butterflies. Each starts with nine different blocks that are illustrated on all sides. The challenge and fun of each game is to create a total of 6 different puzzles. The chunky cubes are ideal for little hands. Kids can follow Monsters through their surprisingly busy day. Enchanting Fairies float through the garden, seashore and forest. Playing with Butterflies introduces kids to colorful winged creatures in their exquisite natural settings.
Dominoes • Ages 3+ • $6
What’s old is new again and parents and grandparents will love introducing the game of dominoes to a new generation with two styles- World Friends and Furry Friends. There are no black and white dots to match but little friends from around the world or adorable dogs and cats! Match the picture and their corresponding number. A total of 28 jumbo tiles measuring 2” x 4” (chunky and perfect for little hands!) plus Furry Friends instructions are included in each game.
Memory Game • Ages 3+ • $6
Like the The Day The Rain Came blocks, this classic matching game, Noah’s Friends Match-Ups!, showcases Noah and his many animals who join him on the Ark. There are tigers, zebras, monkeys and of course Noah himself. Can you find the exact match on their way, two by two, to the Ark? 28 large tiles measuring 2” x 4” and an instruction sheet are included with each game.
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