Tag Archives: Toys

Bits & Bobs

Posted on December 27, 2019 by Phouka

A few random thoughts and observations as we enter the new year . . . Flarp! Sound Putty My beloved son received a container of Flarp! sound putty from Santa Claus.  It’s a thick blue slime with a grape scent … Continue reading →

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Fun Noisy Toy: Magic Tracks RC

Posted on February 15, 2019 by Phouka

One of Peanut’s friends gave him a Magic Tracks RC set as a 10th birthday present, and he and Sprout haven’t really stopped playing with it since.  They’ve unmade and remade the track.  They’ve used the track to make accessories (crowns … Continue reading →

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A Fun, Noisy Toy: Fingerlings

Posted on November 23, 2018 by Phouka

If you are anything like me, you had no idea what Fingerlings were or why you should even care when the craze hit last Christmas.  Once I found out what they were, I still didn’t see the point of a … Continue reading →

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Clip Clop Clip Clop Klip Klops

Posted on December 9, 2014 by Phouka

Fisher-Price makes a toy now that I would have gone absolutely CRAZY for as a child:  LittlePeople Disney Princess Klip Klops.  What Klip Klops are are molded figures of Disney princesses sitting on horses.  The horses legs are moderately articulated so … Continue reading →

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Magic Moves Gets Your Kids Up and Wiggling

Posted on November 18, 2014 by Phouka

We bought our Magic Moves Electronic Wand last year based on a review in a parents’ magazine, and I am so glad we did. It took a while for the kids to really fall in love with it–and the influx … Continue reading →

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An Adaptable Toy: Melissa & Doug Sound Puzzle

Posted on July 29, 2014 by Phouka

We are big Melissa & Doug fans here at Casa de Phouka.  The toys are well-made and durable; they also tend to be made of wood, which is our preference in a plastic-filled world.  Their toys remind me of the … Continue reading →

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Fun Noisy Toy: Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Say Please Tea Set

Posted on May 5, 2014 by Phouka

When you think of little girls’ play, you may think of tea parties with little tea pots, tiny dishes, and well-dressed dolls and stuffed animals sitting in rapt attendance.  Fisher-Price makes a lovely noisy toy that I think would be … Continue reading →

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Super Toy: Magna-Tiles

Posted on January 7, 2013 by Phouka

Santa did a fantastic job this past Christmas by bringing Magna-Tiles into our home.  Both Peanut and Sprout love them, and they’re amazing when used with the light box. Magna-Tiles are definitely an awesome toy for both sighted and unsighted kids, if … Continue reading →

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Holiday Gift Ideas from the Parents at CCVI

Posted on December 4, 2012 by Phouka

Yesterday, the CCVI Parents’ Group had a holiday toy meet-and-greet during the school day.  I wasn’t able to be there, but our fearless leader graciously forwarded the information they gathered: Ipad app list for visually impaired kids TB CCVI_Toy Ideas … Continue reading →

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Only 50 Shopping Days Left ‘Till X-Mas (AAAAGGGGGGGGGGHHHHHHH!)

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Phouka

Yep–it’s time to start screaming.  Christmas/Chanukkah/Kwanzaa/Yule/the Saturnalia/the Festival of Mithras/etc. are approaching here in the northern hemisphere.  Shopping is always a challenge for me, and I know it’s extra-challenging for all of us with kids with special needs:  our trek … Continue reading →

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