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MAGNA-TILES sets are perfect gifts for creative kids

Erin Sluka

We are all familiar with Magna-Tiles, the original magnetic construction brand invented by an educator. Did you know that they continue to bring new ideas to play? They make a greay gift for creative children and fit into the world for STEM play.

This is the MAGNA-TILES® Pet Playhouse 50-Piece Set. This set provides these pet freinds a fun play place where they can climb furniture and explore. The include pieces allow your child to very as creative as they be – build furniture, add gates and boundaries.

If you are concerned about magnet safety, you want to look for the Magna-Tiles stampled products. All pieces are made with care and safety in mind. You can rad more about how they keep these toys safe from breakage and magnet exposure here.

Magna-Tiles has many sets for all interests for the Holidays. Sets to choose from include animals, adventure and vehicles and even travel packs. You can find this and other playsets on Amazon and other retailers.

Toy Reviews

NACON RIG 600 PRO Series Dual Wireless Gaming Headsets

Erin Sluka
NACON RIG 600 PRO Series Dual Wireless Gaming Headsets

New from NANCO’s RIG line are the 600 PRO HS and HX dual gaming headsets. I brought these to my gaming teen who became very excited for these headphones. There are several features gaming and video users will love. Let’s explore the top features of these gaming headsets:

  • Dual-mode wireless with 2.4GHz USB-C adapter and Bluetooth 5.1 -lets you switch seamlessly to answer phone calls and receive notifications.
  • High-quality game audio from bass-boosted 40mm high-sensitivity drivers and a tuned chamber acoustics for balanced audio.
  • Mic discretely folds into the earcup when on the go.
  • All-day comfort via light weight ear cups wrapped in breathable fabric and plush-cushioned headband.
  • 600 PRO Navigator app available for advanced customization.
  • HS is compatible with Nintendo Switch, Steam Deck, and mobile devices
  • HX is compatible with Xbox,PlayStation™, Nintendo Switch™and PC
  • Up to 24-hour Bluetooth battery life.
  • Up to 18-hour 2.4GHz battery life.
  • Recharge via USB-C port (cable included).

What I notice as ‘Mom’ is how lightweight and comfortable these headphones are. If you game and wear headphones for long periods of time, I can see how the RIG 600 PRO series will be a top comfort choice. The dual feature allows you to take calls and do your business while staying in your game. I found that when you flip the mic up into the ear cup, you can have private conversations in your room and the sound is not transferred into the mic- sort of like a quick mute.

Learn more at riggaming.com and elevate your gaming sound and productivity with better comfort and app-controlled audio with the Playstaion or XBox gaming headsets. Available on Amazon – PRO HS & PRO HX.

Toy Reviews

Little Patakha Toys highlight the differences that make us unique

Erin Sluka
Little Patakha Toys highlight the differences that make us unique

A child is never too young to be sparked with he sense of identity and to be encouraged in a diverse world. In fact, I think the younger the child learns acceptance and celebration of other cultures in age-appropriate ways then the easier it is to raise them with kindness and love. If you want to engage your child into the world of culture and diversity, Little Patakha has tools that are fun and easy to play with and give your child meaningful lessons.

coloring book

Spark creativity and the love of arts with this coloring book, Beyond the Lines: Color Your World Your Way. This coloring book has simple words and illustrations to allow your child’s creativity flow with all of the colors in the crayon box!

hindi books

Learn a language with these books, Planet Pichkari and Planet Pathrado. These introduce languages that may be hard to find in standard toys such as Konkani and Hindi. The illustrations set the word and then you get the correct spelling and the pronunciation. How proud will your child be when they can say cow in Hindi?

affirmations

Your child can dream big and try new things with these Unstoppable Me Affirmation Cards. Start your day with a challenge or pride by taking a card and reading or discussing it. How can you help someone today? What do you want to be when you grow up? These cards, books and toys make great travel companions as well. Shop the Little Patakha store today and begin a different learning style about the world and people around you.

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TCG Toys Hot Wheels Jumbo Mega Playmat with Vehicle

Erin Sluka
TCG Toys Hot Wheels Jumbo Mega Playmat with Vehicle

Toys that bring imagination to life are my favorite. From dress up to play sets, using the imagination can keep a child at play for a long time (and we get things done around the house)! The Jumbo Mega Playmat is over 5 feet of padded play space you can roll out at home or in travels. I gifted my nephew the Hot Wheels playmat, but there are other mats to choose from in this mega size from TCG Toys.

Whether your child is into Hot Wheels, Barbie, Marvel, PJ Masks, Paw Patrol, Peppe Pig, Toy Story 4 or Wiggles, there is 5 feet of play with included toys. Our mat came with 2 hot wheel cars! Moms, the mat is very wipeable for easy cleaning and rolls up for easy storage. It seems very durable. This will bet played with a lot and seems to me it will stand the wear!

TCG Toys has these jumbo mats and their felt mats available on Amazon. They make great gifts and are also good for indoor play after summer.