Unwrap the magic of the Holidays:
Your ultimate guide to joyful and stress-free festivities
Must-Have Gifts: Discover our best picks!
The MAGNA-TILES® Space Set lets children explore creativity while developing STEM skills through hands-on play. Designing rockets and space stations engages visual planning, logical thinking, and problem-solving. The set's unique Space Shuttle adds extra fun, allowing kids to store pieces and create on-the-go adventures.
Our testers were immediately intrigued by this product. Children enjoyed launching balls through the "tube maze" and adjusting airflow. Playing with family and friends increased their excitement. The Air Toobz set also helped improve motor skills, coordination, and creativity.
The Strider 12 Sport 2-in-1 Rocking Bike is designed to grow with your child, starting as a rocking bike for babies and transforming into a balance bike for toddlers. It supports key areas of physical development such as balance, coordination, and gross motor skills, making it an ideal choice for parents keen to introduce cycling early.
We’re big fans of Bananagrams and were excited to try the junior version! It was just as popular, with the new tiles appealing to younger testers. This version focuses on English skills, with same-coloured vowels and letter pairs to practise graphemes. A variety of activities build vocabulary while promoting active learning and social skills through friendly competition.
This game sparks conversation and helps children get to know each other with minimal adult support. Testers enjoyed sharing stories, developing social skills, and expanding their vocabulary. The emotion spinner added depth, allowing children to explore feelings creatively. Confidence grew with each round, creating a comfortable space for self-expression.
The Little Red Riding Hood theme captivated our testers, making the puzzles more engaging. They enjoyed the variety of challenges and different difficulty levels, which help build confidence or test skills. These puzzles are great for developing logical thinking. They also improve problem-solving through trial and error.
Our testers were eager to build, and the high-quality components worked smoothly. The set encouraged collaborative play, enhancing social and communication skills. It sparked creativity, with children experimenting and problem-solving through trial and error. The pieces also work with other BRIO sets, adding versatility and expansion opportunities.
Our testers were excited to explore the tricks, though most required adult help at first. Practicing the magic tricks helped build perseverance and attention to detail. As children mastered the tricks, their confidence and sense of achievement grew. The social aspect also enhanced communication skills as they performed for others.
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Here are our Must-Have Good Toys this Holiday Season
At Dr Gummer’s Good Play Guide, we’ve carefully selected this year’s Must-Have toys to make sure your children’s Holiday is filled with fun, creativity, and unforgettable memories. Each toy has been thoughtfully chosen with your child’s development at heart, ensuring that playtime is both fun and enriching.
Our Good toys go beyond simple play – they are valuable tools designed to spark curiosity, foster critical thinking, and develop cognitive skills.
The Holidays are all about making family memories, and our Good toys help you do just that. Make this this Holiday is one to remember with our Must-Have Toys, perfectly suited to your child’s developmental journey. Read more about our Good toys and give the gifts we know your kids will love.
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Festive-Faves: Our Top Toys Tested by Kids
Here are our Festive Favourites for the Holidays
Dr. Amanda Gummer and our expert team have handpicked a selection of Good toys that will bring an extra dash of magic to your Holiday celebrations.
Our carefully chosen Festive-Faves offer a mix of timeless classics and exciting new discoveries. Each toy is thoughtfully selected with your child’s development in mind, providing the perfect blend of fun and engagement.
Our recommendations are designed to stimulate young minds and promote healthy development.
Explore the world of play and find the ideal toys that align with your child’s interests and developmental needs.
Bring the Holidays to life with our Festive-Faves!
