Mud-Pie Mix and Other Popular Toys Under $200
Dip one end of our bubble-making straw in milk, blow in the other, and magic bubbles appear!
Peek-a-Boo Hands. Surprise and delight your child (while teaching object permanence) with these realistic, life-sized plastic hands mounted on sticks. Use them to hide your face, then spread them apart while saying “Peek-a-boo.” $39.95.
Tissue Monster. Build your child’s motor skills and independence with this colorful box containing dozens of soft, snow-white tissues to pull out. Expansion pack sold separately. $24.95.
Hide the Sock Under the Cushion. Hide this rumpled organic-cotton sock under a cushion, then help your child find it by saying “hotter” (as they get closer) or “colder” (as they get farther away). This game is the latest offering in our popular “Hide the Sock” series and follows on the heels (no pun intended) of our award-winning hit from last year, Hide the Sock Behind the Toy Chest. $29.95.
Bubble-Making Straw. Dip one end in milk, blow in the other, and magic bubbles appear. Also works with water or fruit juice. $14.95.
“This Little Piggy” Plush Toy. Get ready for lots of giggles when you teach your child the classic nursery rhyme using an adorable stuffed foot with five separate toes. $49.95.
Indoor Obstacle Course. Develop your child’s balance and coordination with this indoor obstacle course made of pillows, blankets, and boxes. Some assembly required. $179.95.
Green Peas STEM Gravity Science Kit. Budding Isaac Newtons will be astonished to see what happens when they drop these non-toxic, BPA-free plastic Green Peas from their highchairs. $17.95.
Musical Chair. Keep your kids active by introducing them to the exciting sport of musical chairs. Our chairs are performance-tested to ensure stability and minimal friction upon entry, and exceed AAMC standards for youth-league tournament play. $124.95.
Rock-Paper-Scissors Card Game. This classic game for two players is easy to learn but difficult to master. On the count of three, both players must reveal a card — rock, paper, or scissors — to see who wins. Comes with two sets of three cards and an instruction booklet. $12.95.
PuddleMaker. Just pour water onto the slip-proof mat, and your kids will be stomping and splashing for hours. A slight depression in the durable rubber allows just a small amount of water to pool, keeping kids (mostly) dry. $164.95.
Cat’s-Cradle String. Made of 100% cotton, this 40-inch string comes pre-knotted, allowing players of all ages to make cat’s cradles, diamonds, candles, and more. $14.95.
Mud-Pie Mix. These resealable buckets of mud are perfect for making “pies.” Made of all-natural dirt mixed with odor-free purified spring water. $39.95.
Backyard Nature Kit. Kids will marvel at the wonders of a typical backyard with this 19-piece collection of rocks, twigs, and dried leaves. Includes magnifying glass, journal, and pen. $42.95.
Sun Simulator. Mount this on your playroom ceiling for a realistic “outdoor” experience. It emits a soft, natural light, and can be turned into a Nighttime Simulator with a flick of a switch. $159.95.
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