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Guidecraft Magneatos – The Safe Magnet Toy
We all know that blocks and stacking toys are a great way to build motor skills and develop, but what if your kid is ready for something a little more challenging? Some parents find themselves in an awkward situation as they try to find more advanced toys that are still age appropriate. If that happens to be you, magnetic construction is a great way to take those building and motor skills to the next level. Now, you might be thinking, “My child is way too young for magnets!” and normally, you would be right. But thanks to Guidecraft, magnets may not be as far out of reach as you might think! Guidecraft received such a great response for Magneatos, their collection of magnetic construction toys, that they created an entirely new line just for youngsters.
How Magneatos Work
Let’s take a crash course in the way Magneatos works. A set comes with two basic pieces: the magnetic ball and the magnetic rod. The ball makes a joint that can connect two rods. Put three or four rods together and you’ve got the base for a bridge, tower, and anything else that your imagination can come up with. It really is just as simple as working with wooden stacking toys. But these creations won’t look like any old city made of blocks; Magneatos pieces create a detailed looking design effortlessly. So no matter what the skill level, your child can be proud of his or her latest creation.
Safe for Small Children
After seeing the benefits, Guidecraft modified the building toy so that younger kids could enjoy it, too. With safety being the biggest concern, Guidecraft’s first step was to make everything into a kid-friendly size. This means that all of the magnetic balls and rods are have been upgraded to Jumbo Size. Now when I say jumbo, I mean it. This toy is super easy for young children to handle and play with. And that can really help during playtime; you don’t have to worry about any small pieces finding their way into the wrong hands!
Bright Colors that Appeal to Kids
And while looks don’t count for everything, Guidecraft thought of that too! These sets come in bright and vibrant colors that are sure to peak your child’s curiosity. Of course this means your basic colors like red, yellow, green and blue but that isn’t the only option. Guidecraft figured out a way to make this toy more entertaining. They now offer a set of Magneatos that glow in the dark. This really gives all of your kid’s creations a futuristic feel and it is so much fun for him or her to watch their latest project glow when the lights go down.
Award Winning Toy
And I’m not the only one who thinks Magneatos are a winner; this little toy has been getting all kinds of attention. It won the prestigious Oppenheim Toy Award in 2005 and 2006 and also won its SNAP, Special Needs Adaptable Product, both years. And as if that wasn’t enough to prove my point, they were also featured in Money magazine and on the Today Show on NBC. So if you know your child is ready for something a little more advanced than their ABC blocks, take a look at Magneatos. You can be sure that you will find a safe and, most importantly, fun option. But be careful; you may find yourself getting just as hooked on Magneatos as your youngster!
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2010 Seal of Excellence Award…
Creative Child Magazine
2010 Seal of Excellence Award (educational products category)
G97325 Kitchen Helper
Lightweight, easy to move and easier to store; our kitchen helper safely and securely allows children to reach countertop height so that they can take part in many learning and sharing activities that are normally not accessible to them. Wood construction with a rich maple toned finish.
Features:
* Childproof folding design
* Folds for easy storage
* Lightweight
* Sturdy wooden construction
* Attractive Maple toned finish
Guidecraft Kitchen Helper Video
Creative Child Magazine Awards Program Details
Creative Child Magazine’s Awards Program is unique in that all products submitted are reviewed by moms, music educators and early education professionals. Products are not reviewed by any one person. They are reviewed by many people-the very people who purchase them.
Each year, a 2-day event is held in Henderson, Nevada where over a hundred guest reviewers are invited to attend our organized review event at our local convention center.
All products are divided into categories and displayed at various review stations. Guest reviewers are asked to sit and review each products at one station and then move to another station and so forth and so on. This allows for each product to be given multiple reviews.
A review form is provided to each guest to aid them in evaluating each product. The review forms are to include written comments and a score value based on criteria that corresponds to the product’s category.
Upon completion of the event all review forms are collected by Creative Child Magazine staff assistants. 
All scores are tabulated and comments are reviewed.
Later, based on the scores and comments certain products are then determined to be a finalist for DVD, CD, Book, Game and Toy of the Year. Only one product per category can win a Toy of the Year award, as well as, CD, DVD, Book and Game of the Year. The remaining finalists receive a prestigious Preferred Choice award. The Seal of Excellence is another prestigious award that is given to those products that are not finalists but do exceed expectations based on the criteria for nurturing creativity and education in children.
2010 Preferred Choice Award…
Creative Child Magazine
2010 Preferred Choice Award (pretend play category)
G97249 All in One Play Kitchen
Our All in One Play Kitchen is the perfect canvas for little cooks to practice pretend-play skills. Full of details that enhance play value and lead to hours of fun: a fridge with shelf and write-on, wipe-off marker board; a sink; a microwave; an oven with pull-out rack; a dishwasher: open and closed storage; a clock with moveable hands; a wall phone, and more.
Creative Child Magazine Awards Program Details
Creative Child Magazine’s Awards Program is unique in that all products submitted are reviewed by moms, music educators and early education professionals. Products are not reviewed by any one person. They are reviewed by many people-the very people who purchase them.
Each year, a 2-day event is held in Henderson, Nevada where over a hundred guest reviewers are invited to attend our organized review event at our local convention center. All products are divided into categories and displayed at various review stations. Guest reviewers are asked to sit and review each products at one station and then move to another station and so forth and so on. This allows for each product to be given multiple reviews.
A review form is provided to each guest to aid them in evaluating each product. The review forms are to include written comments and a score value based on criteria that corresponds to the product’s category.
Upon completion of the event all review forms are collected by Creative Child Magazine staff assistants. All scores are tabulated and comments are reviewed.
Later, based on the scores and comments certain products are then determined to be a finalist for DVD, CD, Book, Game and Toy of the Year. Only one product per category can win a Toy of the Year award, as well as, CD, DVD, Book and Game of the Year. The remaining finalists receive a prestigious Preferred Choice award. The Seal of Excellence is another prestigious award that is given to those products that are not finalists but do exceed expectations based on the criteria for nurturing creativity and education in children.