Toy Insider Parent and Contributing Editor Charlene DeLoach joined CBS in Hartford to show off the best toys to keep kids entertained when the weather outside is dreary. For more on the items featured in this segment, check out the product notes below.
CLEAN SWEEP LEARNING CADDY
This set includes an interactive bucket and pretend cleaning tools, including a spinning mop and a soap pump complete with squirting sound effects. Kids can follow verbal directions to dance and play games.
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POP UP PIRATE
Swashbucklers beware! If the pirate pops up, ye be out! Push the pirate into the barrel and take turns sliding the swords into the barrel slots. But beware — if the pirate pops up, kids are out! This fun game will keep kids guessing since the slot that makes the pirate pop changes every time.…
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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.
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MGA’S MINIVERSE MAKE IT MINI FOOD – CAFE
Miniverse is the only mini collectible that kids can prep, set, and display. Each surprise ball comes with realistic mini "ingredients" and kitchen accessories to make mini replicas of snacks and desserts. With this surprise ball, kids can make mini play drink items like boba tea. Kids can compare the contents of their package with…
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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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CLEAN SWEEP LEARNING CADDY
This set includes an interactive bucket and pretend cleaning tools, including a spinning mop and a soap pump complete with squirting sound effects. Kids can follow verbal directions to dance and play games.
Buy Now
POP UP PIRATE
Swashbucklers beware! If the pirate pops up, ye be out! Push the pirate into the barrel and take turns sliding the swords into the barrel slots. But beware — if the pirate pops up, kids are out! This fun game will keep kids guessing since the slot that makes the pirate pop changes every time.…
Buy Now
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
MGA’S MINIVERSE MAKE IT MINI FOOD – CAFE
Miniverse is the only mini collectible that kids can prep, set, and display. Each surprise ball comes with realistic mini "ingredients" and kitchen accessories to make mini replicas of snacks and desserts. With this surprise ball, kids can make mini play drink items like boba tea. Kids can compare the contents of their package with…
Buy Now
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.
