Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined NBC in Boston to show off the best new toys to keep kids entertained on long road trips this spring. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.
SLAM WORDS
In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.
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SPIROGRAPH DOODLE PAD
Create endless Spirograph designs on the LED screens using the gear pieces. Kids can draw on-the-go or at home, then save and display their artwork. When playtime is over, they can push a button to reset the screen and create new designs.
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EXIT: THE LORD OF THE RINGS — SHADOWS OVER MIDDLE-EARTH
An all-new EXIT: The Game title follows an exciting storyline in this beloved franchise. Middle-earth is in grave danger. Frodo and the Fellowship are on their way to Mordor to destroy the One Ring, but they need help! Players must make haste and carry out Gandalf's secret assignments in order to buy Frodo enough time…
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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT
Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.
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LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET
Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.
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LEGO ICONS WILDFLOWER BOUQUET
Crafted entirely from LEGO pieces, the Wildflower Bouquet features eight species of wildflowers on adjustable stems. Budding florists can spend hours building and identifying the blooms inspired by cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daises, larkspur, and lupins. Once complete, these LEGO flowers can be displayed in a vase to become an…
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SLAM WORDS
In this game, players shake the cup and slam it shut to reveal three letters, then quickly find a word that uses the three letters. Pass the cup to the next player who has to find a new word or they are out.
Buy Now
SPIROGRAPH DOODLE PAD
Create endless Spirograph designs on the LED screens using the gear pieces. Kids can draw on-the-go or at home, then save and display their artwork. When playtime is over, they can push a button to reset the screen and create new designs.
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EXIT: NIGHTFALL MANOR
The old man was well-known for his eerie tales of the dark castle on the edge of the forest. Recently, he set out on his own to find the shadowy lord of the manor, but he hasn't returned. Fearing the worst, you embark on a quest to find him. You must solve a series of…
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LITE-BRITE MINI-X CONNECT
Create, connect, and shine! Inspired by the classic ’80s Lite-Brite toy, this mini version comes with a 4-by-4-inch grid that connects to other Mini-X Connects for bigger and more innovative designs. Each set includes eight design templates and 170 colorful pegs that light up when kids tap them.
Buy Now
LITTLE LIVE PETS SURPRISE CHICK PLAYSET
Inside the Surprise Chick house playset, kids will discover one of two chicks, featuring doughnut- or cherry blossom-themed wings. The interactive chick can hop out of its house and will chirp and sing as kids pet it.
Buy Now
LEGO ICONS WILDFLOWER BOUQUET
Crafted entirely from LEGO pieces, the Wildflower Bouquet features eight species of wildflowers on adjustable stems. Budding florists can spend hours building and identifying the blooms inspired by cornflowers, lavender, Welsh poppies, cow parsley, leatherleaf ferns, gerbera daises, larkspur, and lupins. Once complete, these LEGO flowers can be displayed in a vase to become an…
