The post Dolphin Bath Bubble Maker appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

Discover the Wheatley Collection by Aurora Toys, where sustainable materials blend with playful fun. This unique wheat straw hybrid collection features everything from imaginative vehicles to creative role-play sets, all with a charming matte finish. Perfect for eco-conscious families and gift-givers, each Wheatley toy exemplifies quality craftsmanship and eco-friendly design, making playtime both enjoyable and responsible.

Evaluation comments:

“We like that the toys are made of a sustainable wheat straw material.”

“Super hard and durable.”

“We received an ice cream set–probably the most played with item in our house now, and a bag of sand toys. Quality is top-notch.”

“I love the joy these toys bring to my kids. So wholesome.”

The post Wheatley™ appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

The Pull & Grasp seamlessly combines playful design with purposeful development. Made from responsibly sourced rubberwood, it features a central wooden circle surrounded by vibrant, multicolored balls connected by durable elastic. Little hands can pull, grasp, and explore as the balls safely retract into place. This thoughtfully designed toy helps develop fine motor skills, strengthens hand and finger muscles, promotes hand-eye coordination, encourages cause-and-effect learning, and sparks sensory exploration.

Evaluation comments:

“I love the material and texture as well as the bright colors.”

“Everything about the toys is so well-made. The material is sustainable and unique, which is very hard to find in infant and toddler toys these days.”

“The design of the toy is lovely.”

“I love the bright colors as well as the smooth finish of the wood.”

“The sustainability factor is very innovative and extremely hard to come across. The materials are eco-friendly and safe. As a mother and educator who is constantly in search of simple toys which are not battery operated and made of safe materials, PlanToys really checked off every item on my list!”

“I wish more toy companies had a similar vision as PlanToys!”

The post Pull & Grasp appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

The colorful Rainbow Dancing Alligator is crafted from PlanWood, a unique and sustainable material made from surplus sawdust and wood scraps. When pulled along by its string, the Alligator’s head and tail move up and down, creating a playful click-clack sound as it “dances.” Finished with water-based paint and non-formaldehyde, e-zero glue, this toy is thoughtfully designed with safety and sustainability in mind.

Evaluation comments:

“This is so cute!”

“Very eye-catching. I love the material and texture as well as the bright colors.”

“Everything about the toys is so well-made. The material is sustainable and unique, which is very hard to find in infant and toddler toys these days.”

“One of the perks of these toys is that there is no assembly needed. They come ready to use.”

“The design of the toy is lovely.”

“The sustainability factor is very innovative and extremely hard to come across. The materials are eco-friendly and safe. As a mother and educator who is constantly in search of simple toys which are not battery operated and made of safe materials, PlanToys really checked off every item on my list!”

“I wish more toy companies had a similar vision as PlanToys!”

The post Rainbow Alligator appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

Be Loved Babies are the lifelike baby dolls that look and feel like a real baby. These dolls make the greatest gift for young ones who love engaging in imaginative play as pretend mommies or daddies. The Be Loved Babies dolls stand at an adorable 15 inches tall. Their soft and articulated bodies invite cuddling and can be posed like a real baby for a creative pretend play. Squeeze their squishy cheeks just like you would with a real baby. With a slightly weighted body and unique soft realistic textured body it makes them more lifelike than any other doll! These baby dolls have eyes with rooted eyelashes that close when kids rock them to sleep. Each doll is dressed in an adorable outfit with a matching headband. Complete with a pacifier and feeding bottle. With their adorable outfits and accessories that are sure to win the heart of your child and compliment parent’s aesthetic.

Evaluation comments:

“So realistic!!! So soft and cuddly!”

“The silicone skin feels very realistic”

“The skin is very soft and “squishy””

“This is such a useful and innovative doll. Great for imaginative play.”

The post Be Loved Babies appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

The touch-activated Ms. Rachel Speak & Sing Doll plays words, phrases, and music from the hit Ms. Rachel videos to encourage early speech development for babies. Inspired by Ms. Rachel’s popular baby and toddler videos, this toy is made with love to support learning for littles. Sing along to favorites like “Icky Sticky Sticky Sticky Bubble Gum” and encourage speech with signature Ms. Rachel phrases such as “I’m so proud of you!” and “Can you say…?” A volume control feature lets you switch between two volume levels (AA batteries are included). The touch-activated sound feature helps support baby’s memory and attention span. An included bonus learning card features extra play tips and skill-building activities.

Evaluation comments:

“Love that this is touch activated and plays music.”

“Kids can sing along to the songs and the doll also  helps kids communicate if they are trying to make the sounds that Ms. Rachel doll makes.”

“This is high quality material and very durable for rough baby play.”

“I like that she teaches kids–is a win for our family.”

“The songs are very funny, simple and the perfect length to keep our little niece entertained.”

“Just an adorable doll!”

“My daughter instantly fell in love with this doll…it has lots of words, phrases and songs that’s so great for toddlers.”

The post Ms. Rachel Speak & Sing Doll appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

Playtime for baby is full of fun surprises with the Ms. Rachel Surprise Learning Box. Inspired by Ms. Rachel’s popular baby and toddler videos, this toy is made with love to support learning for littles. The Ms. Rachel Surprise Learning Box features four interactive learning scenes and comes with six soft surprise accessories (bear, bunny, carrot, bus, bubble gum, scarf) for babies to pull out of the box and place back into it, helping to develop important fine motor skills. Each side of the box features relatable scenes and routines to prompt interaction between you and baby, encouraging early language and speech development. An included bonus learning card features extra play tips and skill-building activities.

Evaluation comments:

“Our niece loved playing with all the plush little toys that come with this box.”

“It’s a great interactive toy for my 14-month-old toddler, it encourages discovery and works on gross and fine motor skills, as well as engaging my daughter’s visual and auditory attention.”

“It’s a great toy for this age given they like to empty everything but also can play with the sides of the box and either tell a story or just flap the “door” open and close or tuck the bunny in bed or have it climb in the tub.”

“I also like all the different textured the surprises have.”

“This is made with quality material and helps our 9-month-old communicate and work on her motor skills as she puts the toys inside the box and then takes them out.”

“She loves the bunny and the carrot the most and the toys are the perfect size for a baby to hold.”

“Perfect baby shower gift or for the little ones on the holidays.”

The post Ms. Rachel Surprise Learning Box appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

Rascals Premium CoComelon Training Pants help make change-time easier. Engineered with 6 Core Innovations for a high-performing, affordable pant that’s dermatologist tested and safe on sensitive skin. Offering the #1 Fit for Active Babies*, this pant is made with an UltraFlex 360 Waistband for the most comfortable fit. The fun, limited edition CoComelon print featuring JJ and friends and Easy On & Off Design make them perfect for potty training, and quick changes.

*Compared to the Rascals Product Range

Evaluation comments:

“These have an adorable Cocomelon print and are great for younger kids who are transitioning from diapers to pull-ups/training pants as it makes the process easier. My daughter loves Cocomelon and was excited to put them on and give them a try, which is a big bonus.”

“These training pants are soft, well-made, and very absorbent.”

“I like that these are dermatologically safe and ultra gentle on sensitive skin – both my kids develop severe diaper rashes so it’s important the product we use is gentle for sensitive skin.”

“I really like the Cocomelon design. My daughter loved that aspect.”

The post Rascals Premium CoComelon Training Pants appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

Lovingly handcrafted in Peru, Amelia the Cow gives 10 meals to children in need! She is handcrafted with stunning details, from her beautiful tutu-inspired shell pink dress to her lush peony and primrose flower crown, crocheted petal by petal! Mamas love that she is safe, fair trade, and stylish – and children love her exceptional softness. Amelia comes with her own unique personality, birthday, favorite quote, and 1 doll = 10 meals wristband to foster compassion, friendship, and optimism. Safety certified for newborns + up and handcrafted with OEKO-TEX certified cotton yarn, Amelia is a darling first companion designed to last a lifetime.

Evaluation comments:

“The doll is amazing quality! The stitching, accessories, dress, and he wristband were perfectly sewn, not a stitch out of place ( and I really looked).”

“The material is so soft and the doll is surprisingly big! The whole thing is so so well done and my daughter loves it!”

“The packaging was so so cute and inviting. I loved the blue interior of the box and all the hearts on the tissue paper. I also loved seeing the logo on the top and the “ 1doll = 10 meals” on the side. It all looked neat and very lux.”

“This doll is so useful. It promotes imaginary play and gives my daughter a buddy to hug.”

“It is super girly and matched our decor coincidentally so it is also great for decor.”

“I like that its lightweight enough to take on a trip or even on an outing.”

“The concept behind it is so innovative and heartwarming.”

“The best part about this doll is the message behind it. As parents we always need to get new toys or dolls for our children to play with, but this company is helping other children along the way as well. It is definitely a compelling reason to buy this doll over others.”

“It would be a very easy decision to buy this doll especially as a gift because it is a gift for the child receiving the doll and the child receiving the meals.”

The post Amelia the Cow appeared first on NAPPA Awards.

The Reading Skill Set is a 3-part learning system that features a unique, play-led approach to developing fundamental skills for a lifelong love of reading through phonics. Featuring child-led games and self-correcting activities, books that focus on skills introduced in the games/activities, and a play guide that leads through each skill; it is Lovevery’s goal is to make learning to read approachable and fun for parents, and engaging, motivating, and confidence-building for children.

Evaluation comments:

“What an impressive set for building reading skills. Wow! The packaging is beautiful and the products are equally so.”

“The full set is comprised of 3 levels. Each level comes in its own box, and within each level are various sublevels. Everything is clearly packaged so you know where to start. My daughter was very curious and we jumped right in.”

“I am extremely impressed with this set.”

“Not only is it visually beautiful and obviously well-made, but it performs.”

“My daughter is the perfect age for this set–curious about reading and takes in everything like a sponge. This set starts with basic letter and sound identification and increases in both skill and difficulty.”

“Each box comes with a lot of components to make up different games and activities. I like that many of the pieces are interchangeable between games so you get a lot of use out of them.”

“Everything Lovevery makes is backed by a lot of research, so I feel good about using their products.”

“The absolute best thing about this Reading Skills Set is that my daughter really enjoys it! It does not feel like learning to her and she is having a great time playing the “games” and asks to continue playing. It is so great!”

“We are still working our way through the set skill-wise, and have been using it daily. Truly wonderful. We have not had any reading learning tool as engaging as this set.”

“I love how engaged my daughter is with this learning product.”

The post The Reading Skill Set appeared first on NAPPA Awards.