Zoobie Pets embody an innovative 3-in-1 concept. Each pet is a plush toy, a soft pillow and a comfy blanket, all in one! Zoobies come in a variety of styles including a line of both Zoo and Safari animals. (Zoobies.ca)

What Canadian Parents are saying…

Zoobies are the most adorable stuffed toys I have ever purchased for my kids. In just a few seconds the stuffed toy goes from a cute little friend to a pillow and then a blanket. The material is soft and comfortable and the blanket on the regular sized Zoobie is large enough for me to cuddle with the kids! – Lori & Cali

Tips & Tricks worth mentioning…

The blanket that is stored inside can be removed (there is a zipper) for washing.

Posted on November 1st, 2009 by admin
Filed under: Christmas, Gifts for Babies, Gifts for Grade Schoolers, Gifts for Toddlers & Preschoolers, Stuffed Toys, toys | No Comments »

The Rally Racer is fun on wheels with Adventure Guide ‘Rudi Tootin’ on board, to help drive imaginative play. When a child rolls the Dune Buggy forward, it triggers the generator that fuels the lights and motor sounds and with no batteries needed, the fun is endless.
By harnessing natural kinetic energy, the pump powered revving action brings the lights and sounds to life. Kids are rewarded for their efforts with engaging lights and sounds, fueling their imaginations and encouraging them to play longer.
Sprig Toys always feature the exclusive SprigWood, composed of recycled plastics and wood. It makes use of reclaimed products such as PP (Polypropylene), saw dust, rice husk, and palm fiber, while featuring a real wood smell.
All SprigWood toys are safe and tested. They are BPE, PVC, and phthalate free. Ages 3+.

Sprig vehicles can be found at specialty children’s stores, nationally at Indigo and Chapters or online at chapters.indigo.ca

What Canadian Parents are saying…

We loved that this little car only had two pieces- the Rally racer and the cute little wooden guy Rudi, my little guy kept calling him Woody though! It is very rugged, and the wheels are soft rubber so you don’t need to worry about it creating scratches on your floors. You’ll notice that Sprig also uses old computer parts as the connector for Rudi to attach to the car is actually a mini-USB connector! My husband thought that was pretty neat. The other cool thing is when you pump the back of the Racer, Rudi’s helmet light starts to shine! No batteries needed for this either, a definite plus!

Tips & Tricks worth mentioning…

I was pleasantly surprised to find out that these toys are actually Made in Canada! For something to compliment your Rally Racer you can even download colouring pages at the Sprig Toys Website.

Posted on October 27th, 2009 by Cara
Filed under: Cars, Creative Play, Eco Friendly, Gifts for Toddlers & Preschoolers, Ideas, toys | No Comments »

Digital cameras allow us to snap photos on a daily basis, which in turn allows us to capture all the special moments in our family lives. Ask anyone with a digital camera and they’ll tell you that they take more photos than ever before, but they’ll probably also tell you that they take more pictures than they develop!

To help us solve this problem, Posterjack.ca is helping us weed through the myriad of photos on our computer to bring special photos to life.

With just three simple steps your favourite photo will go from digital to poster size. Posterjack offers competitive prices and a simple ordering process. All that you have to do is locate the photo on your computer, select your finish and size (sizes range from 8×12 to 40×60 plus panorama, square and SLR) and press upload.

The next screen will show you your photo and order details. You can easily change the size and shape of poster and the system will determine if the image is suitable for the size selected.

Photo posters are shipped in a sturdy mailing tube, anywhere in Canada. To order, visit www.posterjack.ca.

What CanadianParents are saying…

I had a photo of my son playing hockey, it was one of those really special photos that “needed” to come to life.  The standard 5×7 and 8×10 at our local photo-finishing store just didn’t do it justice – we wanted something big that we could frame and hang in our family room.  

Posterjack’s enlargement service was the answer to our problem and ordering was so simple.  The photo paper quality is top notch, the clarity is crystal clear - the ends result is better than we could have ever expected –  and all at an affordable price!  We have photo posters in both coloured and black-and-white and both are simply amazing!  

We’re so glad we found posterjack.ca because ordering the poster was quick and easy and the end result is a masterpiece. 

—  Phil

Posted on October 26th, 2009 by adminhelen
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Brewing an imaginary pot of tea is a really good thing for the earth when young hosts use the environmentally friendly Tea Set from Green Toys. Made of recycled plastic, this 17-piece set includes a Tea Pot with Lid, a Sugar Bowl with Lid, a Creamer, 4 Cups, 4 Saucers, and 4 Teaspoons. The Green Toys Tea Set is made from recycled plastic milk containers that save energy, reduce landfill waste and lower greenhouse gas emissions, and has no BPA, phthalates or lead paint.  (Green Toys.  Ages 3+)This Tea Set can be found at specialty children’s stores,  nationally at Indigo and Chapters or online at  chapters.indigo.ca

What Canadian Parents are saying…

We tested this eco friendly tea set in a kindergarten classroom to see if it would hold up.  Here’s what Kindergarten teacher, Deb L.  shared with us.”After a full week of use in our classroom we are happy to report that the tea set is still going strong. The dishes are much sturdier than the regular dishes we had (which break when they get run over by the wheels of the bookshelf which serves as a divider for our house centre).  The teapot was a huge hit.  It has instantly created a tea party station.  The dishes have a nice texture, which I think will reduce the appearance of dirt on the dishes.   I would say this is a great set of dishes for a classroom or a home playroom.  Not only for the fact that they are a green toy, but they feel more durable and have held up well. “– Deb L. & her Kindergarten class.

Tips & Tricks worth mentioning…

A kindergarten teacher would love a set of these green dishes.  Get a group of parents together and surprise the teacher with a gift she will use!

Posted on October 12th, 2009 by helen
Filed under: Christmas, Creative Play, Eco Friendly, Gifts for Grade Schoolers, Gifts for Toddlers & Preschoolers | No Comments »

This year students can fill their backpacks with the Pistachio Back to School Notebook collection and know that their purchase will have a direct impact on the environment.  The notebooks are made from 100% post-consumer waste recycled paper, printed with vegetable-or soy-based ink in a wind-powered Canadian print shop.  Kids will be proud to tell fellow students and teachers that the recycled paper used in the Pistachio Back to School Collection helped to save 387 trees, divert 11,166 kg of solid waste and use 1,056,259 L less water than if the collection were made of virgin fibres.

The collection comes in a variety of colourful and inspiring designs and features a Large Three Subject Notebook, Large One Subject Notebook, and Medium Three Subject Notebook (each sold separately).

Pistachio Notebooks are available at ChaptersIndigo stores across Canada.

What CanadianParents are saying…

Who can say no to a product that is both Canadian and “Green” - not us!  Our kids love these notebooks because they are as much art as they are functional notebooks.  We love the inspiration that is tucked inside each front cover (you’ll find everything from quotes to mini bios on notebook designers), the weight of the paper, and most of all, that we are supporting our own economy and the environment.  — Peter & Katie G.

I am impressed with the quality and design of this set of notebooks.  The small notebook with the quote from Ghandi on it, “Be the change you wish to see in the world” sums up what Pistachio is all about.  Good for them for taking the lead on earth friendly products that appeal to kids (and parents) of all ages! — Lori & Cam N.

Posted on August 13th, 2009 by admin
Filed under: Eco Friendly, School | 1 Comment »