Magbrix Magnetic Brick Tile (8 Pieces Set), By Magblox

Nature/ Type:          Innovatie Lego-Compatible Magnetic Tiles 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Construction-toy lovers (including all Lego lovers!!!) 

Magbrix has been in my “must-review” list for a long while. Oh that JOY when I saw these Magbrix Magnetic Brick Tile (8 Pieces) Sets in our box of treasure sent over by The Curated Parcel ! I am sincerely grateful and in awe with the selection of toys. Today, I’m going to share with you why Magbrix makes me so super HAPPY! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Super Innovative! Imagine combining two greatest things into one: traditional building bricks and modern open-ended magnetic tiles. That’s Magbrix for you! Magbrix is an Aussie-owned brand, and its key feature is the compatibility with Lego/Duplo (and other similar types of building bricks). Magbrix has 2 surfaces; the tubes on the bottom of a Lego brick can interlock with the studs on one surface of Magbrix, and the top part of a Lego brick can couple with and wedged in between the “tubes” on the other side of the tile. These tiles are awesome material to create “complicated” structures that usually requires Master-level Lego technical skills. We built an apartment block with open-view; we constructed a villains-headquarter where dangerous meeting was held in the secretive room with ammunition; we created a gravity-defying universe where people walk on wall and traffic light hung upside down like a chandelier. We love this innovative “fusion” with clever interlocking design. This toy brings construction play up another level. Pure genius! 

(2) Stunning Colours- The 8 pieces set comes with 8 diverse-coloured Magbrix Tiles. 4 solid colours (purple, orange, green and grey) and (my personal favourite) 4 slightly translucent type. They look absolutely gorgeous under the light. 

(3) Compatibility - Magbrix is compatible with most other magnetic tiles of popular brands, so if you are thinking of expanding the possibilities of your basic magnetic tiles collection, then Magbrix can give it a fun, brilliant twist. 

(4) Safe Material- Quality wise, Magbrix is made of 100% safe ABS plastic, food-grade non-toxic, BPA and phthalate-free materials. The toys is safe, durable, secured with multiple injection points, and with reasonably strong magnets. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thecuratedparcel.com/

Enjoy the video! 

Magnets Traffic, by Mideer - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Creative mix-and-match magnetic toy 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Puzzle, magnetic, and vehicle lovers. 

There are many versions and styles of portable magnetic mix-and-match sets in the toy market. We have personally tested a few different brands; we love some more than the others, and I’m always looking for that little “extra” that sets a toy apart and beyond. Mideer is one of those brands that always has some features that makes my heart dances. They recently sent me this Magnets Traffic set, and I’m really happy with the quality, design, and how much fun it brings to the kids! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Cute Mix-And-Match + Vehicle-Theme- This toy comes with 58 magnetic pieces and idea cards to build 8 types of vehicles. The design is super cute and bursting with bright happy colours! There’s a cool pilot dog flying an airplane, a rocket blasting off into space with a mysterious three-eyed green alien watching from the window, a tantalising ice-cream truck, a tractor loaded with hay bales, a gigantic six-wheeled trailer, an orange digger adorably operated by a rooster, a steam boat with two lifebuoys, and a stunning fire engine completes with red siren light and aerial ladder. There are also “accessories” to go with the magnetic pictures, including a traffic light, fire hydrant, a triangular warning sign with exclamation mark and so on. Apart from the visually-attractive illustrations, what I love most is how thick and durable-looking the magnetic pieces are, and how well they stick to the magnetic board. 

(2) Clever Storage Box- My favourite feature is the cleverly-designed storage box. Not only that it is sturdy and tidy with two compartments, I also love how the magnetic board can be propped up by fitting into a slot and placed vertically on tabletop. I love the magnetic background board with scene of land, sea and air for creative-building. I also love the pull-out display drawer. 

(3) Different Ways to Play- I love the versatility of this toy. The kids can replicate the suggested vehicle designs according to the idea cards, or they can create freely and mix the pieces up (who doesn’t love an ice cream sign floating in air, or a mysterious camp fire by the road side 🤣). What’s more, the magnetic pieces can also be a decorative item for the fridge! 

I love it! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.toyslink.com.au/brand/mideer.html (Australia) 

http://www.mideertoys.com/ (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Solar Powered Windmill Farm kit, By Funyards Australia

 

Nature/ Type:          Solar-powered STEM toy 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  8 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Construction craft kit + STEM toy lovers! 

We love toys incorporating knowledge of science, technology, physics, crafts, and everything awe-inspiring. When I saw Funyards Australia and its solar-powered DIY kits, I knew instantly these are toys I MUST review, write and share about one day! I’m truly grateful to Funyards Australia for providing a range of products to me for review. Today, I’m going to talk about this Solar Powered Windmill Farm kit - educational, thrilling, and the end result is just too mesmerising to watch! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Craft + STEM- I love the combination of craft and STEM education into one! The set contains 4 wooden sheets with removable laser-cut plywood pieces that can be perfectly fitted together into a artistically-designed windmill. What makes this set particularly COOL is the use of solar-powered motor as a critical source to rotate the vertical windmill. I love the simple device that demonstrates the physics of transformation from light energy to electrical energy, in a visual and exciting way! We observed and distinguished the wonders between manual spinning, wind power, and solar power. This is a fantastic teaching tool that engages kids (and science-loving adults) profoundly! 

(2) Step-by-Step Guide- I love the illustrative step-by-step guide. They are easy to comprehend even by a six-year-old, but challenging enough to keep an adult interested throughout. None of us in this family is great at craft; it took this mumma and our 6-year-old 1.5 hours to complete the built, and we made numerous mistakes here and there 🤣 eg we fixed our moving blades facing the “wrong” direction, and we couldn’t quite get the solar panel secured properly with the included glue. Despite these DIY hiccups, we are extremely proud of our achievement! I am impressed with the structural integrity of the windmill. The pieces fit well, the building stands well, the blades spin smoothly, the quality looks great. This is a beautiful decorative item and desk model with meticulous and thoughtful details. 

(3) Flat-Pack- I love that the set comes in a compact flat-pack box made of recyclable cardboard - it is light weight, sustainable, and makes an elegant gift. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

Funyards Australia (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Mechanics Gravity Recycled Vertical Motor 183, by Geomag

Nature/ Type:          Smart STEM toy 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  8 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Construction + science lovers! 

Invisible gravity force, magnetic charm, speed and engineering construction! YES YES YES!!! Geomag has blew us away again with its innovation. Thank you for providing this “Mechanics Gravity Recycled Vertical Motor 183” to me for review. We’re loving this!! 

Why I love ❤️ this set: 

(1) Exciting Track Circuit- This set comes with 183 pieces in various geometric shapes, connectors, accessories, magnetic rod, ramps, steel spheres, and an instruction booklet. We love the futuristic green, white and bold orange! The completed structure displays the power of gravity in a fast motion marble run track! First, load the spheres, manually spin the propeller, and watch miniature balls travel-down an elevator, before joining a track circuit that accelerates and turns and descends into a capturing pen. We love marble run, and this set ticks all the right elements we are looking for: aesthetically-cool, interesting to watch, and super fun to build! I love a STEM toy that is educational, stimulating, and mechanically exciting! 

(2) Easy To Assemble- Despite the recommended age of 8 year-old, the set is reasonably easy to assemble once we understood the techniques. We took around 45 minutes to complete this structure; the six-year-old struggled a little slotting the transparent ramps, but other than that, the process is generally straight-forward, full of common sense, and I particularly love the satisfying “click” when the clear tunnels are fitted onto the blue connectors. 

(3) Good Quality - I love the Swiss made quality, meeting of stringent European and international safety standards, and the fact that the toy is made of 90% recycled plastic! I love a brand that shows its care towards the planet and plays a part in sustainability. 

(4) Small-Space & Easy To Pack Away- The fully assembled structure surprisingly doesn’t take up much table space, and it’s really easy to dismantle and store away the separable pieces. 

(5) Expandable- The set can be combined with other kits from the “Gravity Mechanics” range and make the already very exciting track into something MORE complex and unbelievably impressive! Stay tuned and I will share with you more in my coming posts on these amazing expanded versions! 

# gifted in exchange for review

Where to buy this: 

https://www.geomagworld.com/en/

Enjoy the video! 

IQ Puzzler Pro, By SmartGames

 

Nature/ Type:          Abstract Game for adults and kids 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  6 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Logical game lovers

It’s an open fact that this mumma is obsessed with SmartGames , especially those brain teasers combine with fantastic themes, storyline and cool components! “IQ Puzzler Pro” is the first pocket-sized abstract game from SmartGames that I tested (without the usual “story” element), and I wasn’t too sure what to expect out of it initially. BUT my oh my, what a delightful and pleasant surprise! Thank you Leisure Learning for giving me a chance to discover such amazing game! 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) 3 Games in 1- One compact set, 3 ways to play! That’s IQ Puzzler Pro for you! The set comes with a game board, a challenge booklet, and 12 puzzle pieces made of string of beads in different lengths, colours, and a variety of fixed configurations. The design sort of reminds me of the classic pentomino tiling puzzles, except that this one is more exciting! The unique bead units allow the pieces to be stacked up in a “rounded” pyramid form (that probably wouldn’t be possible using regular connected cubes such as those in Pentomino). The ingeniously-designed game board has 2 different bases with grid of concave round dots where the beads can be snugly placed within. The black game board is used as a base for 2D challenge and 3D pyramid. The white board features a separate diagonal base for a different mode of 2D challenge. I was surprised to see how much my five-year-old loves playing with it despite the “mature feel” of the game. The rule is similar to the usual SmartGames style- choose a challenge, arrange the pieces as indicated, and place the remaining puzzle pieces to fill up the empty spaces. I love that the game board can also serve as a storage case where all the pieces can be securely enclosed with the transparent lid. 

(2) Awesome Components- I am loving how sturdy and vibrantly colourful the components are. The small pocket size and organised case make this the perfect “on the go” puzzle for travelling. 

(3) Challenges + Solutions - There are 120 challenges included in the booklet, with only one solution for each (the answer guide sure comes in handy!). This is one great value compact game that can keep both kids and adults busy for hours and for years! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.leisurelearning.com.au/ (Australia) 

Enjoy the video! 

Pancake Stack Set, By Tara Treasures

Nature/ Type:          Beautiful Hand-Felted Food Toy 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Food and pretend toys lovers! 

We are BIG toy lovers and MASSIVE fans of delicious treats. When you combine the two BEST things into one, you get a family of EXCITED people! Tara Treasures is a brand that I have been observing closely for a long time. They have a range of beautiful and original creations that sets themselves apart from other competitors. Today, I’m going to share about this latest favourite: The Pancake Stack Set! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Realistic - My first impression when I cast my eyes at the three American-styled thick pancakes of three - “Woah, they are SO REAL!” 😱 I am super impressed with the details and realistic touches - the brownish circular marks on both sides, like some real pancakes perfectly “cooked” and “flipped” at the right timing and impeccable temperature of heat. The soft texture gives a terrific light, fluffy feel. These are some mouth-watering stackable hot-cakes that are too enticing to say no to! 

(2) Toppings for Varieties- Of course, like any traditional classic pancakes, the toppings play an important part for their ultimate score! Tara Treasure set comes with a chunk of bright yellow butter, 2 stunningly good-looking strawberries, 2 banana slices, and 3 blueberries for some freshness of flavours. Once again, Tara Treasures dedicated careful thoughts when designing these little “additions” - the banana slices have a little caramelised touch and stitches that give the inner seeds appearance; blueberries have lighter shade of “calyx” at the top, and the strawberries are round and juicy with yellow achenes! The kids love creating their cafe menu and give their pancake varieties funny names. They also love challenging themselves by stacking and decorating the pancakes high and pretty. These are some awesome pretend toys! 

(3) Awesome and Safe Materials- Felt toys are biodegradable, sustainable, toxic-free and eco-friendly. What I love BEST about Tara Treasure is that all its products are designed in Melbourne and ethically hand-felted in Nepal. I love that it supports fair wages for the artisans who work hard behind the scene to produce these amazing products! The toys are made from 100% New Zealand sheep wool and coloured with azo-free dye. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://taratreasures.com/

Enjoy the video! 

“Where is the Cheese?” pocket version, By Londji

Nature/ Type:          Yummy "speed" and observation board game for young kids 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3- 103 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Young board game + food lovers!    

Spot and snap, find it fast, I spy, match it types of observation games are nothing too uncommon in the toys market; but as usual, Londji makes it better and more unique! We were thrilled to receive this beautiful “Where is the Cheese” pocket version game from Antipoda Co - the kids love the easy and quick game, and this mumma is absolutely in love with the aesthetically delightful and lovely components that look like numerous art pieces in small size. 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Simple + Quick Rules- This is a “speedy” game; the kids need to quickly match and snatch up the ingredients as shown on the selected cards, and pop the tokens onto their respective chef boards. The game tests the kids’ reaction time, observation and matching skills. The game is competitively fast, quick and can be done with within 10 minutes each round. There were loads of laughters and happy “yays”, but also an equal measure of squabbles and rough hands-hitting from my two kids. 🤦🏻‍♀️ So we ended up modifying the rules and made this into a collaborative game. What I truly love is the incorporation of delicious foods in the game; it’s relevant, relatable, and so irresistible. Indeed, food is a universal language, transcending age and everything else. 😋 

(2) Foods!!!- Included in the pocket version is 60 ingredient tokens and game cards, 6 chef boards with 10 slots each, and an instruction guide, all securely fit within an exquisite pocket version storage box with elastic band. The illustrations are artistically-painted with a hint of cheekiness; a slice of watermelon, sushi with pair of chopsticks, jam in mason jar, cheese grater, chefs with the most whimsical expressions, and a rat on cheeseboard that reminds me of Ratatouille the classic animated film. 

(3) Great Materials- Londji products are made in Barcelona. I love the thick quality components made of recyclable materials. I also love the muslin drawstring bag for organised storage. This smaller pocket version is excellent for an on-the-road travel game. 

Love it, Londji. What an awesome recommendation Antipoda Co ! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://antipoda.co/collections/londji (Australia) 

https://www.londji.com/en/ (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Discover the Dinosaurs, by Londji - REVIEW

Nature/ Type:          Creative dinosaurs-theme puzzle with surprises 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  6- 106 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Dinosaurs + Puzzle lovers, kids or adults! 

One thing about Londji , you know it never settles for just ordinary. When we got this “Discover the Dinosaurs” puzzle from Antipoda Co , we knew there would be some hidden surprises within, waiting to be unearthed and make our hearts sing! Oh the JOY of discovering another uniquely-designed product from the magical world of toys! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Challenging puzzle- full of details! - This 200-pieces puzzle is for kids and adults (as the puzzle box aptly says, it’s for ages “6 to 106”). This is one of those more challenging range of puzzles due to its limited colours tones (red, yellow, blue, white). To assemble this puzzle, we need that extra meticulousness and attention to detail. It took 3 adults and one “trying-his-best-to-help” 6-year-old around 30 minutes to complete this puzzle. We squinted our eyes, switched on our detective sense, and searched for clues and hints within the very similar-looking pieces. We spotted and examined the outlines of a pram-pushing dad, a man marvelling at the exhibits while snapping pictures with a smartphone, an elderly lady with walking stick, the doorway arches, glass windows, placards, and bone structures of the pre-historic dinosaurs with impressive details. Oh-the-FUN-we-had! It felt like time-travelling back to childhood. 

(2) Hidden Universes- The greatest FEATURE that makes our hearts SKIP is the super cool red and blue “magic” lenses that reveal two hidden universes within the puzzle! The blue spy glass transports us to the Jurassic era with erupting volcano and gigantic plants. We saw life-like Tyrannosaurus Rex, Spinosaurus, Stegosaurus, Argentinosaurs and Pterodactyl roaming the wild land menacingly and majestically! The red spy glass shows us a calming scene of a museum-visiting day with exciting exhibitions of fossilised dino skeletons! One puzzle, two surreal experiences! 

(3) Quality Material- I love the thick puzzle pieces, and the quirky rounded wavy borders. This is a beautiful made-in-Barcelona product, with wacky design and surprises installed! I love the sturdy cardboard box made of recycled material, and I love how Londji pays respect to the environment with its sustainable manufacturing principles. 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://antipoda.co/collections/londji (Australia) 

https://www.londji.com/en/ (Website)

Enjoy the video! 

Save The Cat, By Londji

Nature/ Type:          Fire-fighting Theme, Collaborative Board Game 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  4-8 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Young Board Game Lovers! 

Our family LOVES board games, but it’s not easy to find one that would interest BOTH of my kids given their age gap and different personalities. Antipoda Co recently sent over this “Save The Cat” game from Londji , and I am so pleased to see my two cheeky ones playing with this harmoniously like two serious comrades with a high mission to accomplish 🤣. 

Why I love ❤️ it: 

(1) Simple Rules for Young Kids- Easily-comprehensible rules, bright and appealing game board, interesting fire-fighting theme! This game caught the two kids attention immediately with its purposeful “rescue the cat” mission. I love that this is a cooperative game, meaning my two kids need to put their heads together and use their verbal communicative skills to fulfil an important task of saving a life! It was super cute watching them discuss about where to place the fire counters, when to use the water buckets, and which option to take when they roll the dice. It is a simple game of moving upwards and downwards, with a single purpose of saving the black Totoro-lookalike kitten trapped on the roof, whilst putting out fire of different sizes along the way. This is a fantastic 2-6 players game that emphasises on teamwork and cooperation! 

(2) Count + Strategise- This game encourages kids to count and strategise; the “firefighter” needs to climb up and down the burning 4-storey building according to number sequence from 1 to 12; two buckets of water are needed to put out a “large” fire, whilst only one bucket is required to extinguish a “small” fire. The two kids counted, debated, discussed, and proudly reached agreements on each next step! 

(3) Great Game Components- The components are artistically-made and eye-catching undoubtedly! The fire engine, building base, fire, and water bucket tokens are made of thick recycled cardboard, the 3D wooden firefighter and cat figures are super adorable, and I simply love the uniquely-designed dice. I love that the product is made in Barcelona with strict quality control. 

(4) Awesome Storage Box- The storage box is durable and beautifully-illustrated, and I love the organised drawstring bag for components storing. 

Thank you Antipoda Co , this is an amazing game for small kids! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://antipoda.co/collections/londji (Australia) 

https://www.londji.com/en/ (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Dinosaur Age Puzzle, by Mideer

Nature/ Type:          Dinosaur puzzle in a carry case 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ 

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Puzzle + Dinosaur lovers! 

Mideer Toys transforms toys and puzzles into aesthetically pleasing artworks that charm our hearts and engage the kids. It’s no secret I’m a HUGE fan of artistically and uniquely designed educational toys, and Mideer is always one of my personal favourites. We received this Dinosaur Age Puzzle for review recently; no surprise with the verdict: the kids got crazy seeing it and have been playing with this puzzle multiple times for the past few days! 

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Dinosaur Theme- An exciting dinosaurs theme never goes wrong! My boy was super excited admiring the vivid brightness and detailed features of these pre-historic creatures. I’m loving all the sharp, bold colours, and the visually-appealing artwork! We love the stegosaurus with its signature spikes, the lambeosaurus with distinctive cranial crest, ankylosaurus and its powerful armour, and pentaceratops with its super cool horns of different types! There is also a fearsome looking megalosaurus (or maybe allosaurus) that storms around with two razor-sharp teeth revealing, a long-neck gentle brontosaurus peacefully enjoying the view, and a few other species roaming around the Jurassic scene. We are in love with this stimulating puzzle that vibrantly sets out the dinosaurs world in captivating illustrations! 

(2) Big Puzzle for Little Hands- These are some awesome BIG puzzle pieces for little hands. My three-year-old can easily grasp, manage, and fit the pieces with no difficulties. I love how thick and durable-looking they are! The puzzle has a total of 104 pieces, but it didn’t take long for us to complete it due to the wide array, distinctive and discernible colours range of the picture. The edges are smooth and rounded. The standard ribbon grid cut of consistent shape and size definitely makes completion of the puzzle easy for young kids with organised line by line arrangement. 

(3) Carry Case- The handheld carry case is AWESOME! I really love how sturdy the portable box is, and how thoughtfully- designed it is with a child-friendly toggle latch. It is delicate, makes packing-up tidy, and so heart-throbbingly beautiful! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.toyslink.com.au/brand/mideer.html (Australia) 

http://www.mideertoys.com/ (Website) 

Enjoy the video! 

Tiny Tot Money Set, By Plant & Pear Co

Nature/ Type:          Wooden money based on real Aussie currency 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Pretend play lovers + parents who need a great tool to teach about money! 

If you are looking for anything heirloom, artistically delightful, and melts-your-heart in the sweetest way, then The Curated Parcel is your perfect spot for this! We love the range of products stored in this dreamworld of toys, including this Plant & Pear Co “Tiny Tot Money Set”. This is literally one of the VERY BEST pretend money toys I have EVER seen!

Why I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Original-Designed Aussie Pretend Money- This is a one-of-kind Aussie-specific pretend money toy that is rare to find in market! The design of the cash and coins are based on real Australian currency, with meticulously and beautifully laser etched details. The 5 cent coin has a picture of a quill-covered echidna, 10 cent is an ostentatious lyrebird. The platypus image on the 20 cents is a bit hard to discern, just like the real coin where the elusive creature is half-hidden in the swirl of water. The largest 50 cent coin is a 12-sided polygon displaying the Commonwealth Coat of Arms - a shield held by our very native kangaroo and emu! The 1 dollar coin has a picture of 5 kangaroos, and 2 dollar is an image of an aboriginal man and the 5-star constellation of Southern Cross. 

Queen Elizabeth II and a small branch of Eucalyptus are shown on the $5 banknote, poet Dame Mary Gilmore on $10, Reverend John Flynn (the aerial medical service pioneer) on $20, and the indigenous inventor and writer David Unaipon on the $50. YES, each of the money items mimic the real Australian currency, and it’s really fun to put the real things side-by-side with the toy for actual comparison! 

(2) Wooden Material- I have seen various paper cash and plastic coins types, but never have I seen a pure wooden one! We love this durable, handmade-in-Australia, sustainable timber product! 

(3) Awesome Tool To Learn About Money- This toy matches perfectly with the “Tuck Shop Juice Bar” set I shared previously (also available from The Curated Parcel ). The set includes 2 sets each of 5c, 10c, 20c, 50c, $1, $2, $5, $10, $20, $50, and an organised storage tray. I love the Australian-specific denominations, making this the FANTASTIC educational resource to teach kids about value of money, buying and selling, in actual Aussie currency units! 

LOVE IT! ❤️

# gifted in exchange for review

Where to buy this: 

https://www.thecuratedparcel.com/

Enjoy the video: 

Empower Empathy, by My Tiny Sprouts

Nature/ Type:          Original board game with an emphasis on emotional intelligence 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  5 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Superheroes + board game lovers 

I have tested many toys that focus on feelings, but I had never played with a board game that places such important emphasis on emotional intelligence! I am so grateful to My Tiny Sprouts for sending this award-winning Empower Empathy game to me for review. At the end of each game, we felt closer together as a family, by listening to each other and having candid conversations about our feelings. This is a fantastic game. 

Why I love ❤️ this game: 

(1) Unique Theme of Empathy- I love the unique theme of instilling empathy as a life skill into kids. I love the 160 scenario cards with relatable circumstances for kids - “Russell’s best friend moved to another school”, “No one is playing with Kim at the park”, “Fred knows no one at his new school”. We chatted about how the person must have felt, and what “actions” can be used to handle the unpleasant situations. The boy talked about how the scenarios reminded him about “someone” he knows, or sometimes, his own experience. There are 80 “Power Up” cards that give us an open space to discuss about emotions - “how to ask for help to make frustration smaller”, “3 ways to calm your anger”, “name 3 things you are thankful for”. I never knew how BIG and COMPLEX kids’ emotions and feelings can be. I love how the game encourages the kids to put themselves in another’s shoes and personalise the experience by using simple real-world scenarios. I truly value the chance to share with the kids lessons and thoughts through a fun game! 

(2) Superheroes + Collaborative Game- I love the superheroes, mission-packed concept; players work collaboratively to solve social dilemmas and defeat Goobi the villain. The kids love the idea of “saving a city”, competing to reach the target, and the fun “face-off” times where they get to mimic a range of facial emotions (proud, silly, disgusted etc). I love the accompanying guidebook with ideas to navigate tricky social conflicts. 

(3) Awesome Game Components- The game components are of top-notch quality! The graphics are beautifully-done and visually appealing to kids. I love the elegant wooden dice and the adorable superhero markers. I love that the raw materials are toxic-free and 100% recyclable! 

How GREAT is that! 

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://www.mytinysprouts.com/product-page/empower-empathy

Enjoy the video! 

Unicorn Kit, Busy Box Creations

Nature/ Type:          Homemade Dough Set 

Rating:                     ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️

Recommended age:  3 year-old ++ 

Who would love this: Art and Craft and Sensory Play Lovers!  

I love playdough moments with the kids. Yes, the “aftermath” of messy play and the cleaning up is often a headache, but the JOY we have creating and sculpting using this clever modelling mixture is simply priceless! One thing I love about  Busy Box Creations is their creatively curated playdough-centred themes, from scrumptiously-exciting Pizza Night, awesome pre-historic Dinosaur, mysterious Galaxy, to crawly and wriggly Bugs. The options are fantastic and inspiring! Today, I’m going to share about this very enchanting “Unicorn” kit, kindly gifted by Busy Box Creations . 

 I love ❤️ this toy: 

(1) Handmade Using Safe Ingredients- I love handmade playdough! They are made of safe ingredients, give us peace-of-mind, minus the pungent smell and unknown chemicals. One thing I immediately noticed about the dough is how smooth the texture is, and the GLITTER of magic incorporated within the dough is just too magically charming (there is also a non-glitter option if sparky bits are not your thing). The dough is made to order, ultimate freshness guaranteed, made using food grade ingredients, scented with premium essential oils, came lovingly wrapped in cling wrap, non-sticky, and most importantly, VERY EASY to clean-up!

(2) Unicorn Glittery Theme- Who can resist captivating unicorn theme in glittery and shimmery fairy land! Included in the set are three gorgeous doughs in pink, purple, blue, and all sorts of accessories to build our enchanted world, including a silver fairy wand, a white winged unicorn with romantic pink hair, two mini unicorns, glistening gems, pom poms, trinkets, straws, icy pole sticks, rainbow erasers, glittery mat, feathers and so on. The kids squished, rolled, flattened, and created their imaginary world for the mystical creatures; a throne of feather, secret cave of treasures, unicorn’s dream house, and magical flowing river. They even added a “chalk mountain”, “giant sunflower” and “dangerous forest” using objects and plants they found at home. I love the open-ended play experience and how imaginatively sparking it is! 

(3) Organised Storage Container- I also love the organised storage container with compartments. Neat, clean and easy to store away! 

This kit is enchanting!

# gifted in exchange for review 

Where to buy this: 

https://busyboxcreations.com/

Enjoy the video!