Little Tikes Campin' Adventures CampsiteOne of the best purchases I made this year was the Little Tikes Campin' Adventures Campsite. While there's a whole line of Campin' Adventures products and bundles available, I bought Addie the Campsite, Little Explorers Set, and Slumberin' Critters Bunny - all for her birthday. The whole thing has been used on a regular basis...
Barbie - The Princess & The Popstar by MattelThis Fall, my oldest daughter finally started getting into the world of Barbie. Growing up in a musical household, it's not surprising that she gravitated toward the recent PRINCESS & THE POPSTAR line of toys, along with the companion film (now on DVD). While she only has two Barbie dolls right...
Do you have a budding little drummer at home that's ready to move beyond the plastic toy drums and into something a little more real? If so, than the PDP Player 5-Piece Junior Drum Set With Cymbals and Throne might be exactly what you're looking for. It's a set designed for children ages 3-7.
PDP Player 5-Piece...
Barbeque Party by AsmodeeGeared toward ages 4+, Barbeque Party is suitable for the whole family and can be adapted for younger players. Here's what it's all about:
"Veggies to grill, and some chicken and hot dogs too! But to win you need 3 of each... Pick a card, it will tell you what you need to grill next... When you pick that...
Little Pim Fun With Languages Gift Sets
They say that children under six can learn new languages with incredible ease, and Little Pim helps to make it fun. The #1 Foreign Language Learning System for Kids, Little Pim takes a multi-platform approach with DVDs, flashcards, and now digital apps.
We have the 3-DVD Spanish Gift Set here at Rock Father HQ,...
Kiwi Crate - Kids Crafts & Activities Delivered Monthly
I'm a big fan of Kiwi Crate, and really enjoyed reviewing their Space Exploration Crate earlier this year. Delivered to your home monthly and available by subscription, Kiwi Crate provides fun craft projects that have all materials included.
You get to spend quality time doing fun projects with your children, and don't have to run...
Growums Garden Kits
If you've followed my Gardening Blog here on The Rock Father, then you already know that we're big fans of Growums. These fun kits are educational and offer a multi-platform approach to learning the ways of gardening. Through all-inclusive kits available in six themes (Taco, Salad, Pizza, Ratatouille, Herb, Stir-Fry), kids can grow their own garden from...
Turbo Man "It's Turbo Time!" T-Shirt (from JINGLE ALL THE WAY)When people ask me what my favorite Arnold Schwarzenegger film is, the answer is simple: the 1996 holiday classic, JINGLE ALL THE WAY. If you're like me, the perfect way to celebrate this cinematic masterpiece and seasonal treasure is to sport this t-shirt featuring the iconic "Turbo Man" in...
gDiapers - Adorable Eco-Friendly Diapers (and more)For the environmentally-conscious parent that's not quite sold on cloth diapering, gDiapers offers a full system of eco-friendly options starting with their gPants and biodegradable liners. They have cloth options as well, but at Rock Father HQ I go for the flushable or throw-away versions. Aside from diapers, they also make super-cute clothing...
Snowman in a Sack Kit from The Land of Nod
With winter almost here (I think we're gonna get hit hard here in Northern Illinois this year), the days of making snowmen are fast-approaching. The biggest problem with building a quality snowman is lack of supplies, as the traditional materials (corncob pipe, button nose - you know, like FROSTY THE...