Cow Pop, By Tranquil Learning Collective - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Crotchet sensory toy 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️  

Recommended age:     3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Kids who love plush toys/ cute animals/ crotchet sensory toys 

I love toys that spark a bit of imaginative joy—those soft, cuddly companions that offer comfort and sweetness. This adorable Cow Pop, kindly provided by Tranquil Learning Collective , is a heartwarming amigurumi creation that truly captures the heart and brings a smile.

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Adorable Cow Toy With Charming Details

Cow Pop is packed with charming details—from the rounded pink nose and adorable ears peeking out on either side, to the tiny white “horns” up top and shiny beady eyes full of personality. Its legs are accented with white patches, and when you turn it around, there’s even a delightfully bushy little tail. This fun, crocheted amigurumi creation invites imaginative play and delivers a special kind of joy that’s hard to put into words.

(2) Plush, Squishy, Huggable - Softest Crocheted Toy Ever

This is easily one of the softest crocheted toys I’ve ever touched—plush, squishy, and irresistibly huggable. Its gentle texture naturally encourages focus and calm, offering a soothing tactile experience that’s both relaxing and engaging. The unique crochet weave adds a layer of sensory delight, making it perfect for restless hands or anyone seeking a bit of comfort. That’s the magic of amigurumi—Cow Pop’s soft, snuggly design makes it an ideal companion for hugging and cuddling, especially during anxious moments. It’s not just a toy; it’s a comforting presence that supports imaginative play and emotional growth.

(3) Handmade Product - Each One Is Unique

What makes Cow Pop even more special is that it’s handmade—each one is unique, just like the child who treasures it. That one-of-a-kind quality helps build a deeper emotional bond. I also love that it’s thoughtfully designed with little hands in mind. Lightweight and perfectly sized, it’s easy for kids to grasp, hold, and carry wherever they go—whether it’s to the park, on a car ride, or snuggled up at bedtime. Having an easy-to-carry companion like this brings a comforting sense of familiarity and security to young children.

(4) Eco-Friendly Fidget Toy - Kind To The Planet!

Cow Pop isn’t just adorable—it’s also an eco-friendly, non-plastic fidget toy that’s as kind to the planet as it is to its owner. Made from soft, thick yarn, it’s completely safe for kids to enjoy. It’s a toy you can truly feel good about.

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Contact: Tranquil Learning Collective

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Star Shard Puzzle Pieces, By Tranquil Learning Collective - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Mathematics teaching/ learning resources 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    5 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Parents seeking creative resources for learning factions. 

 “Oh wow! These are beautiful!” My 5-year-old couldn’t take her eyes off the glittering Star Shard Puzzle Pieces from Tranquil Learning Collective . This is the most enchanting educational manipulative I’ve ever had the pleasure of discovering. The way it captures both imagination and learning is nothing short of magical.

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Laser-Cut Factional & Symmetrical Parts 

Included are 3 complete star pieces (four, five, and six-pointed), along with fractional and symmetrical parts that come together like a puzzle to form additional nine sparkling stars. We can explore fractions—like cutting a star in half to understand 1/2, or crafting a shimmering Ninja Star with 1/4 pieces. The pieces, each laser-cut with perfect precision, are a joy to handle, and their beauty turns learning into an enchanting experience. Designed by a qualified teacher, this set transforms fractions into a visually captivating concept. We can stack, mix, and match the equivalent shards to create unique constellations of pure joy. What a delightful challenge! 

(2) Sparkling Acrylic Pieces With Glimmering Confetti

The sparkling acrylic pieces truly bring these translucent shards to life, with glimmering confetti nestled inside that enhances their luminous beauty. Each piece catches the light, refracting in a dance of radiant hues. Whether under natural light or gentle sensory lighting, these pieces radiate a quiet enchantment, offering one of the most serene and captivating ways to explore the magic of light and reflection.

(3) Building Blocks For Endless Fun!

To my kids, these star shard pieces are more than just a puzzle—they’re building blocks for endless creative adventures. With a sprinkle of imagination, they’ve crafted everything from a little prince in a red robe, T-Rex chasing a rainbow star, a multi-coloured Diplodocus, to an acrobat juggling star pieces. The perfectly-sized angles and geometric shapes allow for endless symmetrical or whimsical creations. It’s amazing to watch them learn about shapes, angles, fractions, and creativity in such a visually playful and engaging way!

(4) Blue Cotton Storage Bag

The set also comes with a charming blue cotton bag to neatly store everything, along with a helpful instruction guide filled with fun play suggestions

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://tranquillearningcollective.com.au/

Enjoy the video! 

Solar System Busy Book, By Busy Books Co - REVIEW

Nature / Type:             Busy book/ learning binder 

Rating:                        ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️    

Recommended age:    2-6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this:  Any kids who love tactile activities/ solving puzzles/ completing tasks 

Both of my kids have a cute fascination with completing tasks—they love the thrill of solving puzzles, sorting things, and discovering new facts. I’m excited to review the “Solar System Busy Book” from Busy Books Co, an Australian-designed and made activity book that offers a series of delightful learning experiences - perfect for fostering kids’ curiosity and sense of achievement while exploring the wonders of solar system! 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Learn About Solar System: Planets, Moon & Earth's Atmosphere 

I haven’t come across many interactive solar system resources, so this Busy Book is a refreshing addition to our home-learning collection. The kids love rearranging the planets and moon based on their distance from the Sun (we especially LOVE admiring Saturn’s iconic rings). The creative matching exercises have been a hit, helping us learn about celestial objects like satellites, comets, and spaceship. 🚀 We also delved into the moon’s eight phases and the five layers of Earth’s atmosphere. Seriously, who says astronomy is boring? 

(2) Beautifully Illustrated Pages With Solar-System Themed Activities

The book features many more beautifully illustrated pages with solar-system-themed learning activities. It includes letter matching (upper-case planets with lower-case rockets), visual pattern recognition, shape identification, star counting, numbered astronaut puzzle, space shuttle assembly, UFO color matching (with super adorable aliens), “find the other half” robot puzzles, and activities for learning more/less/equal and addition up to 5. This comprehensive binder offers a joyful learning experience. And the special bonding opportunities with the kids? Priceless! 

(3) Great Quality Reusable Busy Book 

The BEST feature about Busy Book - they are REUSABLE! The thick, glossy, double-laminated pages are securely bound with a durable round binder. All removable pieces are equipped with Velcro dots, allowing them to be detached and reattached countless times. Plus, the set thoughtfully includes two extra sheets of replaceable Velcro components. 

(4) Yellow travel Bag For Easy Travel 

I love the yellow travel bag with a zipper—it perfectly fits the lightweight Busy Book for easy travel. The sturdy storage box is a fantastic addition, offering excellent protection for long-lasting use. Simply amazing!

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.busybooks.co/products/solar-system-busy-book

Enjoy the video! 

Magical Lights, By Lekkid - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:            Building toy with glow-in-the-dark feature 

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:   6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Kids that love building and creating! 

I have been following Lekkid (a Barcelona toy brand) in social media for quite some time - the toys look intriguing and they genuinely captured my interests. Imagine my THRILL when Lekkid reached out and asked if I would love to test out its toys! Today, I would love to share about “Magical Lights” from Lekkid. 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) 36 Uniquely-Designed Modular Pieces For Building Fun 

The set contains 36 modular pieces, a base and a stand. The building pieces look like some kind of funky pencil toppers; they are roundish at the bottom, slim and slightly “pointy” at the top. Most of the pieces are hollow within and have an opening hole underneath. 12 of them come in single units, and 24 come in “double” (two single units stick together). Almost intuitively, the kids started connecting the pieces together, joining one to another. I highly recommend that you have a watch of the “Step-by-Step” videos uploaded in Lekkid website prior to playing, just to get some tips / ideas on the building techniques. We can do more than just simply stacking the pieces up vertically. The units can also be connected facing horizontally, joined in a “criss-cross” manner to strengthen a structure, be inserted upside-down, and more. We built a chicken (I love how we can use the “double” unit to create two big round eyes), an extremely cool jet-plane, a dog, a crown, a rocket ship, and a festive Christmas Tree with base and stand. I can’t verify whether we can indeed create “1,000,000” lamps with the pieces (as claimed on the packaging), but I can definitely see the BIG potential and the open-ended nature of this set! 

(2) Glow In The Dark! 

Our kids were overjoyed when they discovered the “glow in the dark” feature! The building pieces have special luminescent pigments that accumulate light and release it slowly in the dark. We love building our fascinating night lights! 

(3) Luminescent Plastic + Beech Wood Materials 

The pastel-coloured building pieces are made of luminescent plastic, and have a nice “silicone-like” appearance. The set also includes 8 special building units, a base and a removable vertical stand - all made of beech wood. 

(4) Safety Standards 

The toy conforms with international safety standards, including ASTM F963 and EN71.

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.lekkid.com/magical-lights/

Enjoy the video! 

CVC Bubble Boards, By Junior Learning - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:             CVC words learning resources 

Rating:                       ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:   4 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Parents looking for an interactive, fun learning aid for kids to explore CVC words 

My four-year-old has just commenced her alphabet and CVC words learning journey recently. I was excited to receive this CVC Bubble Boards set from Junior Learning and explored the wonder of word-forming with the kids using this tactile, sensory tool. 

 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Learn CVC Words In A FUN Way With 12 Double-Sided Bubble Boards 

So, what are CVC words? They are single syllable, three-letter words that follow the pattern of consonant, vowel, consonant (hence, the acronym, “CVC”). These are short, fun, punchy words that introduces young kids to the whole new universe of sounds-blending of individual letters. Examples of CVC words include cute things like “PIG”, “CAT”, “MOP”, and more serious objects such as “PIN”, “VAN” and “NET”. This set includes 12 double-sided Bubble Boards. Each bubble board has 3 pop-able bubbles on each side (6 on both sides), and every bubble has a letter printed on it. The 12 boards feature a total of 24 CVC words. They provide such engaging fun for young kids to “decode” the words. Kids can “pop” and sound each letter, one at a time, before blending them to form everyday familiar words (eg BUG, HAT, BAG, SUN, BED). 

(2) Light Weight & Compact 

I am genuinely impressed with how light weight and compact these 12 bubble boards are. They are easy to be stored away and brought around with us for on-the-go learning and practising. 

(3) Tactile Popping Experience - Keeping Kids Engaged & Focused 

I can’t tell you how much our kids (and the grown-ups in this house) enjoy the satisfying sound and tactile experience of popping. They keep the kids engaged and focused on segmenting individual letters with the popping process. I do wish the printed letters were a bit bigger in size, but the small font doesn’t seem to bother the kids too much. These boards are stress-releasing, delightfully “squeezable”, and addictive to play with in an adorable way. 

(4) Versatile Learning Resources 

I love how versatile these bubble boards are - they can be used individually for words and sounds learning, or combine with other Junior Learning resources for play and games. For example, I love using these bubble boards with the “Rainbow CVC Objects” set (stay tuned for my review on that, coming up soon) for words / pictures matching game. I’m loving these creative learning tools. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Junior Learning (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Bilibo Game Box, By Moluk - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          A box of open-ended play items with no rules    

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age: 4 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids that loves free-play and those with BIG imaginations 

I am consistently amazed at how simplicity can unlock BIG imaginations. “Bilibo Game Box” by Moluk falls squarely within this category, and I can’t wait to tell you more about what exciting things we can do with it! Thank you Divisible by Zero for providing this!

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Open-Ended Toy That Inspires Creativity 

Bilibo Game Box has no instructions, no batteries, no blinking light, nor stimulating sound. Instead, you get a sheet of play ideas, 6 mini Bilibos (in red, orange, yellow, pink, green and blue), 36 pixels (6 of each colour), a specially-made dice, and a bag to store the pixels. Now what is a pixel, you asked? They looks like buttons with two holes, but much brighter in colour and chunkier than coins. And if you have never seen a Bilibo before - it’s an iconic shell shaped bowl that is rock-able, spin-able, stack-able, with two “eyes” peeping out. The colours are fun, the design is adorable, the items are uniquely Moluk. 

(2) Versatile Toy With MANY Ways To Play 

The best way to play with Bilibo Game Box is to leave it to the kids and let them do whatever they want to do with them. My four-year-old sorted the pixels according to colours, shake the chips-filled Bilibo to create her rhythm, stack and balance the Bilibos, stir and handle the pixels with spatula and tong, brew some pixels-blended tea, cook up a “feast” and serve them on a tray of Bilibo bowls. Of course, the possibility doesn’t just end here - we can also play tiddlywinks, roll the dice and count your coins, do threading with the pixel chips, create a bracelet, or simply include them in your water and sensory play! Really, there is no right or wrong way to play with them; just let your creativity go wild! 

(3) I Love The Creative Customisable Dice 

I LOVE the big bouncy dice. It’s made of thermoplastic rubber, with clever ridges on each surface for pixels to be inserted. The chips can be easily removed from the dice using another loose pixel. I have never seen a customisable dice before; it’s truly refreshing to see one! 

(4) Toy Made Of Recyclable Material 

Moluk products are BPA-free, phthalate-free, latex-free. They are easy to be cleaned, made of fully recyclable materials, and does not contain any composite material that cannot be recycled. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thetherapystore.com.au/product/bilibo-game-box/

Enjoy the video! 

Building Genius Gift Box, by Moluk - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Silicone toys with whimsical design  

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  2 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids with BIG and UNLIMITED imaginations - there are just so many ways to play with these!  

Moluk is the creator of all things wacky, whimsical, and fun. They are addictively squashy, quirky in an adorable way, and full of character. Today, I would love to share about this “Building Genius Gift Box” - a clever package of Moluk toys, kindly gifted by Divisible by Zero (thank you!). 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Whimsical & Clever - Hix, Mox and Oibo are three playful buddies with inimitable unique personalities. They are awesome on their own, but unbeatable when come together as a team! This set includes 9-piece of Moluk silicone toys - three each of Hix, Mox and Oibo, in 3 different colours (blue, red, yellow). Mox is a ball with ginormous mouth that bites and swallows, a nimble body that rolls and can “fly” across the room like a superhero, two curious big eyes, and constantly surprises us with its many incredible acrobatic talents. Hix (oh Hix!) is a peculiar cone-shaped wizard with two silly eyes. It transforms into multi-shape and configurations with just a press or flip. It can be inverted inside out, folded down, pressed down, stacked on top or half-hidden within one another. And last come Oibo - a rollable, squeezable, squash-able, grip-able cube-like elastic friend - all geared-up for a party! 

(2) So Many Ways To Play! - Together, the team of three creates next-level wonders and endless possibilities! Mox loves hiding within Oibo and balancing itself on the tip of Hix; Hix loves pretending to be a “party hat”, whilst Mox enjoys transforming itself into a funny big nose. They make crazy towers, they find creative ways to hide, they do crazy poses, they tumble down hilariously, and they have the most amazing combined expressions (peeping eyes 👀 , cheeky grin). 

(3) Grow With The Kids - These are awesome tactile, sensory and bath toys that can grow with the kids! They are light weight, easy to be stored away, and travel around with the family. Younger kids can grasp and bounce them around; older kids can sort them by colours and shapes, or stack them up like building blocks. 

(4) Good Material - These cute little guys are made from good grade silicone and are BPA-free, phthalate-free, latex-free. They are durable, dishwasher safe, loved by all ages! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thetherapystore.com.au/building-genius

Enjoy the video! 

My First Dice - Soft Blue & Soft Mint, By Jellystone Designs - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Silicone dice  

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  9 month-old ++   

Who would love this: Small kids exploring the magic of numbers  

I’m a big fan of Jellystone Designs silicone sensory toys - they are irresistibly squishy and squashy, encourage open-ended play, versatile and stimulating! Today, I would like to share about “My First Dice - Soft Blue & Soft Mint”. Seriously, how CUTE are these dice! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) 2 Dice With Numbers & Images - “My First Dice” comes in a pack of 2 dice, each in the dimension of 6x6x6 cm. I love the adorable and chunky size - they are fun to hold and even funner to throw. The blue dice has numeral symbols 1 to 6 on each face, and I love the thoughtful tiny mark included at the bottom right of each of the number (which can help kids to identify the orientation of each numeral). For example, there is a small dot next to the lower part of number “6”, and a tiny square at the bottom right of “4”. The other dice in soft mint has a number of shapes on each face (matching the number 1 to 6), for example, “5” is represented by image of five triangles, “2” by two 5-sided pentagons, and “3” by three stars. There are so many ways to use these dice - roll them around and knock something down, play hopscotch with them, match up the symbols and the number of shapes, count the numbers, play a game of classic “snake and ladder”, or simply create new games with these multi-purpose dice! 

(2) Tactile Images - The images on the surfaces are tactile in nature (slightly raised), providing an additional layer of sensory experience! These dice are soft enough for chewing, but sturdy enough to stay in their original cube shape. The cubes are durable and watertight - perfect for playdough, water, or any sensory activities! 

(3) Beautiful Colours - I have been provided with the “Soft Blue & Soft Mint” dice for review. But like many Jellystone products, these dice also come in other colour ranges - “Bubblegum and Peach”, “Blush and Snow”, and “Sage and Berry”. There is sure a range that would capture your heart! 

(4) Safe Material - Jellystone products are crafted using FDA approved, dishwasher-safe, toxic-free silicone. They are free from nasties (BPA, PVC & Phthalates), and in compliance with Australian standard for toy safety. I love that these dice are safe to go in bubs mouth and in bath.

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://jellystonedesigns.com.au/collections/play/products/my-first-dice

Enjoy the video! 

Balloon Colour Sorter - Rainbow Bright, By Jellystone Designs - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Wooden board with silicone puzzle pieces 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  9 month-old ++   

Who would love this: Young kids that love rainbow & sensory/ playdough activities  

I love toys that can be used in multiple creative ways. Jellystone Designs has a range of originally-designed silicone range that fits this criteria perfectly. I’m grateful for the chance to review this “Balloon Colour Sorter - Rainbow Bright” - another sensory play item with lots of fun and BIG potential! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Vibrantly Colourful Balloons Puzzle - This toy has the loveliest graphic design that touches the nostalgic sentiment of the parents and captures the hearts of the kids. On the wooden base, there is an adorable baby elephant (that reminds me of Dumbo from Disney but minus the enormous ears) with soft shade of grey and a little hint of sweet pink on its ears, cheeks and toes. Held and entangled tightly around the trunk is a bunch of 7 balloons in vibrant rainbow colour hue - red, orange, yellow, green, blue, indigo and violet. (If you prefer something of a gentler shade, Jellystone Designs also has a “Rainbow Pastel” version with “sweet baby colours”). Each of the balloon has a removable silicone piece (with corresponding colours as the balloons illustrations). I love the chunky, ergonomically-designed gripper on these silicone tops - it’s fun for kids to train up their pincer grasp skill whilst doing colour-matching activity. Super cute! 

(2) Textural Design - The silicone pieces have textural footprints on the base - some looks like prints left behind by kittens, some are probably traces of little goslings. The footprints come in pairs; either in 4, 6 or 8 marks. They can be used in any sensory, messy or playdough activities! We used it with the gorgeously scented Play Sense dough from the The Kid Cave - the stamps made such a lovely collection of “footprints” cookies that we can’t wait to “bake” in our pretend oven. 

(3) Wooden Base - I love the wooden, sturdy puzzle base made of FSC responsibly sourced basswood. There is also a cotton tote bag included for easy storage! 

(4) FDA Approved Silicone - The product is made of child-friendly, FDA approved silicone. They are safe and toxic-free material. The silicone tops are chewable, and can be cleaned using a steriliser, placed in a dishwasher or washed with warm soapy water. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://jellystonedesigns.com.au/collections/play/products/balloon-colour-sorter

Enjoy the video! 

Play Sense Fizzy Sand - Violet, By The Kid Cave - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Fizzy sand for sensory play 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Kids that love science experiment / messy play/ imaginative or pretend cooking etc. 

The Kid Cave has a range of lovingly-crafted sensory play products that we truly love. Recently, we received this “Play Sense Fizzy Sand - Violet” for a review, and I can’t express how grateful I’m for the chance to test out such beautiful and exciting creation! 🙏

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Versatile - So Many Ways To Play! - We love open-ended play with no rules and no intended outcome. This fizzy sand is smooth and crumbly, but it is also “solid” enough to mould into simple shapes and models. Oh, and did I mention that it is also gorgeously scented with a sweet calming aroma? The sand is soft and squishy to touch with a light texture. This is a great item to be incorporated into all sorts of imaginative play settings for versatile uses! I also love the very cooling steel blue shade of the sand that reminds me of the colour of an opaque glass sculpture. We poured them into a tray, decorated them with clay donuts and glittery gems; we scooped them into individual coconut bowl, all ready to create our ultimate bubbly healing potion. I can imagine using this fizzy sand as a setting for sensory exploration, small world creation, pretend bake experience, mud kitchen ingredients, sand cakes making, and many more! I love the generous 400g bag - there is so much we can do with this all-purpose fizzy sand! 

(2) Add Vinegar And Watch The Magic Happens - When the kids are ready for a little magic, bring out the dropper bottle with vinegar, and watch the fizzy sand “explodes” and overflows with lava-like bubbly reaction! The kids were thrilled with that unexpected science experiment when we squeezed in generous drops of apple cider vinegar from the pantry; they love watching the sand fizzing and bubbling up, like a DIY wizard potion from Harry Potter films. I am not a fan of cleaning-up, hence I’m delighted with how easy it was to wash away the wet powdery sand without any great hassle.

(3) Includes Wooden Spoon + Dropper Bottle - The fizzy sand package comes with a tiny wooden spoon, and a squeezable dropper bottle for the vinegar magic. These are some awesome accessories! 

(4) Australian Made With Non-Toxic Ingredients - The Play Sense range is handmade in Geelong, using non toxic food-grade ingredients, and lightly scented with non-toxic oils. 

Simply enchanting! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thekidcave.com.au/collections/play-sense-by-the-kid-cave/products/play-sense-fizzy-sand-violet

Enjoy the video! 

Over The Rainbow, By Jellystone Designs - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Silicone rainbow stackers 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  9 month-old ++   

Who would love this: Parents who are looking for good quality and versatile silicone toys for their little ones 

Jellystone Designs has a range of exciting silicone toys, and I’m in love with their vibrantly colourful and appealing style. Each of the products are addictively squishy and squashy, perfect for sensory discovery. Have you heard of the latest “Over The Rainbow” silicone arches? I can’t wait to tell you more about this simply irresistible new comer! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) 5 Unique Rainbow Arches - “Over The Rainbow” is made up of 5 arches of different sizes and colours. I love the unique and unseen-before curvy and rounded design that immediately sets this toy apart from the conventional rainbow stackers in market. Each of the stacker is wide and short, and can be perfectly “nestled” on another in ascending order to form a delightfully balanced 5-tiered rainbow. But I think the real magic happens when we “separate” the rainbow - we can decorate our enchanted world with the individual arches, we can balance them on top of each other, we can use them as bath toys, create beautiful prints on playdough, or simply flip the arches around and turn them into 5 rocking hammocks for our fairy and gnome friends! I love the open-ended concept and versatility of this toy! 

(2) Garden-Theme Design - I love the garden-theme! The biggest green arch has bees-buzzing pattern; the blue arch has images of wiggly worm, snail and tomato. The purple medium arch contains weather-related symbols: sun, cloud, breezy lines, and raindrops. The orange arch is decorated with lovely floral images; and the smallest yellow arch is adorably adorned with pictures of bird, ladybird, and butterfly. All the garden-related images are tactile in nature and provides an additional layer of sensory experience!

(3) Awesome Colours Range - “Over The Rainbow” comes in a selection of colours range; “Rainbow Bright” for those who love stunning and bold colours; “Rainbow Pastel” for those that prefer something sweet and soothing, and “Earth” for those who are looking for something unusual. 

(4) Safe Silicone Material - Jellystone products are crafted using FDA approved, dishwasher-safe, toxic-free silicone. They are free from nasties (BPA, PVC & Phthalates), and in compliance with Australian standard for toy safety. 

Simply awesome! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://jellystonedesigns.com.au/collections/play/products/over-the-rainbow

Enjoy the video! 

Play Sense Dough, By The Kid Cave - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Handmade play-dough 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++   

Who would love this: Young kids that enjoy play-dough activities/ art & craft/ open-ended play! 

Our three-year-old is quite an enigma - she’s a little tempestuous and hard to predict. But there are a few things that would light up her mood almost without fail - Elsa from Frozen, unicorn piñata, and a play-dough activity. We are super honoured to have a chance to test out these gorgeous Play Sense Dough from The Kid Cave recently. Today, I’m going to share about the “Very Cherry” and “Peachy Peach” jars. 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Quality Handmade Dough I am a BIG FAN of handmade dough. I grew up playing with factory-made doughs which were always unpleasantly greasy, smelled horrible, and easily turned dry and crunchy after a day or two out from sealed packages. Since the day that I discovered the magical difference of a lovingly-crafted handmade dough, there is no turning back. The Kid Cave’s Play Sense Dough is responsibly handmade in Geelong, Australia. It’s toxic-free, no nasty ingredients, sensory soft, non-sticky, easy to clean-up, lasts much longer (up to 6 months!), and is rehydratable with just a few drops of water. Our kids were instantly drawn to the beautiful silky texture of the dough! 

(2) Beautifully Gorgeous Scent - The doughs are scented with fun and non-toxic oils. Like an alchemist, The Kid Cave matches the luxurious scent of each doughs with their respective themed colour. “Very Cherry” reminds me of a sweet fruity gummy bear. The dough invokes a lovely festive and Christmassy feel, and I absolutely love the stunning “cherry red” crimson. “Peachy Peach”, as per its name, has a fresh and delicate aroma. I love the soft and pastel mixture of light orange and yellow, the unique “peach” colour that is so heart-meltingly “romantic” and calming. 

(3) Open-Ended Play - When it comes to play-dough, there is no rule, no limit. The kids squish, roll, flatten, stamp, cut, sculpt, press, create. The girl made us a tray of “Cherry Brownie Cookies” in variety of cutter shapes, a peachy home for the alligator to store its glittery jewels, a fruit-scented “Christmas tree” in February, a cupcake topped with furry Pom-poms, and a three-tiered “donut cake”. 

(4) Large Storage Jar - The dough comes in a good quality 330g jar, which makes storage so easy and neat! 

Loving it! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thekidcave.com.au/collections/play-sense-by-the-kid-cave

Enjoy the video! 

Flipsee, By Mobi - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Alphabet board with silicone flaps 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  12 month-old ++   

Who would love this: Young kids that want a little "companion" + parents looking for a visually appealing words/ alphabet learning tool 

Thanks to Divisible by Zero , we recently discovered Flipsee from Mobi - a sturdy alphabet board that has quickly become our Little Missy’s trusted and faithful companion. Not only that it is visually-appealing with bright and attractive colours, Flipsee also incorporates tactile elements for sensory exploration and provides a creative way for alphabet learning! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Features 26 Alphabet Letters + Flaps - This azure blue alphabet board is a delightful friend to our three-year-old girl - it calms her on moody days, soothes her during restless moments, and brings smile to us all, day-to-day. The board features 26 alphabet letters in both upper and lower case, each with its own liftable flap that gives us a glimpse of animals/ objects associated with the letters. It reminds me of a cheeky game of Peek-a-Boo, and an adorable “lift-the-flap” book. I absolutely love the sensory silicone material of these 26 bright and colourful “windows”. I like the clever touches on the design that make the flaps really easy to be opened and closed by little hands. 

(2) Letter & Word Correlation - Each flap, when lifted, reveals an animal that starts with the letter (“A” for “Alligator”, “B” for “Bear”, and “C” for “Camel” etc), with the name of the animals printed beneath the picture. Once the kids get familiar with the animals, they can take the challenge a step further by identifying the additional object in the picture that starts with the same letter, e.g. a “gorilla” strumming a “guitar”, a “hedgehog” with his “Hula Hoop”, and an “octopus” holding an “orange” etc. This is an awesome learning tool for object recognition,  and letter / word correlation. 

(3) Shape-Learning - At the reverse of the board are 8 colourful shapes, each labelled with the name of the shape (circle, square, triangle, hexagon, oval, rectangle, heart, and star). I love that each of the shape is surrounded by a unique pattern of raised border for an additional textural touch. 

(4) Light Weight + Handle - The board is light weight and thoughtfully designed with an easy-to-hold handle. I also love the calming non-primary colours range of the flaps - fuchsia pink, light orange, soft lawn green, and sweet turquoise. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://bimbamboom.com.au/mobi-flipsee-fip-and-fun-alphabet-board/ (Australia) 

Enjoy the video!