Toys: Melissa & Doug

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Melissa & Doug Toys for Sale

Have several Melissa & Doug puzzles, pizza set, barn magnets & building block set for sale. Most have original boxes & in great condition. Also, have Plan Toys mini Construction set for sale. $5 a piece.

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Toys All Over

If the kids are are toddler, preschool and preschool, do I let it go and...

Bath & Water Toys

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Removing Marker from Hands

My daughter got a Melissa and Doug cupcake decorating kit for her birthday. I wrongly assumed because it was Melissa and Doug that the markers would be washable and easy to remove. The problem is she is in a wedding on Saturday and I really want to get the ink off her hands. She's 3 and sucks her thumb so I want something safe. It's lightened up a lot, but I want a backup plan if it's still there on Saturday. Thanks.

Blocks, Balls & Rings

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Hands-On Building Toys (That Are Not Legos) Recommendations

My 7 y/o son likes to do things with his hands. Though he likes Legos, he prefers toys that allow him to use his own creativity. He plays with his Lincoln Logs and also doubles the Jenga pieces to build stuff. Does anyone have any suggestions? We have something called Magnext(magnetic marbles and interlocking plastic pieces) from overseas but I haven't seen them in stores here.

Building Sets

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Hands-On Building Toys (That Are Not Legos) Recommendations

My 7 y/o son likes to do things with his hands. Though he likes Legos, he prefers toys that allow him to use his own creativity. He plays with his Lincoln Logs and also doubles the Jenga pieces to build stuff. Does anyone have any suggestions? We have something called Magnext(magnetic marbles and interlocking plastic pieces) from overseas but I haven't seen them in stores here.

Dolls

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Doll House Suggestions

Hi Moms, I am a deal finder, and am starting to think about a Doll House for my daughter's birthday. She'll be 3 in November. I love to find a sale, deal, or garage sale find, so I like to do my research in advance so I know what I want, and a good deal when I see one. That said - I'd love to find a doll house for my daughter. Do you guys have a favorite? I've looked at a few online, and there is such a wide variety! Do you go "gender neutral" like Ryans Room? Or all girl-ed out like the Loving Family by Fischer Price? What do...

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The Doll Test

First off let me say that I am African-American and someone who wants to...

Educational Toys

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Mom Looking for Educational Toys

Does anybody know of any GREAT educational toys I can get for my son? I'm looking for things I can work with him on his colors, shapes etc. He's only 10 months old. I just want to start introducing him to these things--showing him colors, shapes etc. Thanks for your help in advance!

Games

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Board Games for a 2 Year Old??

My little one turned two recently and I am hoping that we can soon play some board games to break up the day a bit. I imagine 2 is a little too young for most games, but does anyone have any suggestions on something that your 2-year old liked and was able to play? He knows numbers to 10 and some colors, animals, etc. Much thanks in advance for any help you can give. I bought the Lucky Ducks game---wow, was that a mistake...I can only take about two minutes of that quacking and back to the toy graveyard.

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Games for Toddlers

I am looking for a fun, attention grabbing game for an active 2.5 year old...

Jumpers & Walkers

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Should I Buy a Baby Walker?

I would like to get my ten month old a baby walker, the kind you push, not the kind you sit in and wheel around in. My first question is, does anyone have a recommendation of a good one? I am leaning towards the Haba Wagon Walker, because it's sturdy, but sooooo expensive! Does anyone have the much cheaper Melissa and Doug alligator walker and like it? My second question is, will it still work if you have a VERY small apartment? And the only room we can completely babyproof is the living room, so we wouldn't even be able to let him...

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Walker or Jumparoo?

I LOVE when babies are in walkers! Its so cute! I love them being able to...

Mobiles

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Ours Was the Only One Acting Out in This Fashion- Sitting Still Suggestions??

Mamas & Papas - I know it is bad practice to compare kids, but at a christening party we attended this weekend, it was pretty conspicuous that ours was the only one acting out in this fashion. Admittedly, the other children there were either younger, i.e. less than a year, and not yet mobile, or older about 2- 2.5 or older. After romping with daddy and mommy, and going up and down the stairs and opening and closing doors at the church, when the baptism finally started, he kept still pretty well for the 15 minutes or so that the actual...

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Help w/Chore List

I need help with making a chore list for my 8 1/2 yr old son. He is...

Musical Toys

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TOY INSTRUMENTS - That Sound Pleasant and Are Sturdy

Mamas & Papas - Grandpa is keen on getting DS some toy instruments. He's asked me to pick out a piano, tambourine, drums, xylophone, and maracas. Any suggestions for what to get that might sound pleasant and hold up to some rough use? Our little boy is 16 months old, and enjoys anything which makes noise. Thanks for your suggestions. Fanged Bunny

Outdoor Toys

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Toys, Games & Activities

Mamas & Papas- Any tips or suggestions for good toys/ fun games to play with our DS? He's 19 months old now. Seems he's taken an interest in cars, running and chasing, and in opening and closing things. His favorite toy de jour is a Melissa & doug "puzzle" which has doors and different types of closing latches, a hook and eye, a window turn, a safety chain and other such things. "this little piggy" hasn't grown old as yet. Chasing pigeons is an extraordinarily good time. If you can remember anything which was a big hit with your...

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Toys for Toddler

what are some fun, stimulating toys out there for a 2 yr old boy? He has...

Puzzles

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Melissa & Doug Toys for Sale

Have several Melissa & Doug puzzles, pizza set, barn magnets & building block set for sale. Most have original boxes & in great condition. Also, have Plan Toys mini Construction set for sale. $5 a piece.

Stuffed Toys

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Toys for Toddler

what are some fun, stimulating toys out there for a 2 yr old boy? He has soooo many different toys but gets bored with them quickly. He's really into anything that rolls like trains, cars, and trucks. We have Thomas and Geo Tracks not to mention some matchbox cars and others. I just feel like he is bored at times and want to know if this is normal or if there may be other ideas out there from other moms?

Toy Trains

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Where I Can Find Thomas the Tank Engine Toys (Wooden Line) at DEEP Discounts??

Hello fab mamas! Well, my question is basically in my subject. My toddler has fallen in love with the series and unlike his previous obsessions, his love for Thomas has been going strong for nearly two years now, so I think this one may last a litle while. Our neighbor, the husband of the house, is a toy train junkie. My son is over there a lot and I think that is driving his love for all things trains, Thomas being his favorite. Of course we all know getting the engines and parts for the wooden track are very expensive, so I am...

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Train for Toddler

Hi Mamas I would like to get my 2 yr old son a train for his birthday in...

Wooden Toys

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Best Wooden Toys and Playroom Furniture?

Hello, I'm in search of a good quality wooden toys (for boy and girl, roughly toddler/ preschooler age), I live in CA but haven't really been able to find a decent selection online (I have one local store) so I would be interested in buying online. I see a lot of European toys (haba, brio, etc) but what exactly do you and your children like? What are the wooden toys you have OR recomend? Have you found a place to order online? Also, where have you purchased from furniture for your playroom/ playing area? Looking forward to see...

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Toys All Over

If the kids are are toddler, preschool and preschool, do I let it go and...