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Kitchen Helper$159.99
Kids Lend a Hand with Safe Kitchen Helper Now little ones can stir thing up around the house! Sturdy and lightweight, the Kitchen Helper safely elevates children into family activities and chores thanks to an adjustable platform with an anti-pinch locking mechanism. The clever device assembles in minutes and folds flat for storage. With Maple finish and solid wood construction, this handy helper also sports cutout shapes, plus a chalkboard and dry-erase board on the sides to add to the fun!

Center Stage Puppet Theater$84.99
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Puppet Stand$17.99
Organize and display puppet pals! Our solid hardwood Puppet Stand conveniently holds 8 hand puppets. A neat and simply storage solution! (Puppets not included).

Monopoly$21.99
Monopoly Speed Die Edition Wheel and deal your way to a fortune with the world's most popular board game! Choose to play the Monopoly game by the classic rules for buying, renting, and selling properties, or use the Speed Die to play faster. Either way you choose to play, enjoy the family fun only Monopoly can provide!

Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel$7.99
A Modern Classic No Child Should Miss! A real kid-favorite! Since 1939, Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel has delighted generations of children. Mike and his trusty steam shovel, Mary Anne, dig deep canals for boats to travel through, cut mountain passes for trains, and hollow out cellars for city skyscrapers -- the very symbol of industrial America. But with progress come new machines, and soon the inseparable duo are out of work. Mike believes that Mary Anne can dig as much in a day as one hundred...

Latches Board$25.99
Youngsters Build Fine Motors Skills as they Play Undo a latch, swing open the numbered door, and count on fun! Undo all the latches to reveal the picture beneath each door featured on this wooden play board. The Latches Board made by Melissa and Doug encourages kids to build fine motor skills while learning colors, numbers, animals, and more!

Etch A Sketch$17.99

Sky King Pedal Plane$499.99

Sling Bookshelf$64.99
Easy Storage for Books of All Sizes A super way to keep your child’s favorite books at his or her fingertips! Our Sling Bookshelf lets youngsters see book titles for fast and easy selection. Great for bedrooms or play areas, the neutral bookshelf features 4 adjustable canvas shelves and an MDF frame in a natural finish. The convenient pocket shelves adjust from 4" to 7.5" deep, ready to hold books of all sizes. Perfect for your favorite young reader!

Cat's Cradle$9.99

Make Your Own Monster Puppet$25.99

Operation$25.99
Grab Your Tweezers! It's Time to Play Operation! Operation features bells, burps, barks, and more! A classic since 1962, this family favorite game offers fun and silly challenges to 1 or more players. Grab the tweezers and hold your hand steady. What's that you hear? It sounds like a toilet flushing...Yikes! Can you “operate” and help the patient out? Once you make your gallant attempt, press his nose to learn if the operation was a success, then listen up and the game will tell you what to grab...

Balance Board$59.99
Rugged Award-Winning Balance Board The Balance Board is a challenging, exciting exercise for all ages. Used by coaches and trainers since 1940, it strengthens the muscles and develops coordination. This sturdy model, built for use in schools, features a quality hardwood plywood surface with anti-skid strips for better control. Use in a standing, kneeling, or sitting position for healthy exercise.

Cheerleader Puppet$16.99
Classic Stick Puppet Inspires Imaginations Children build self-confidence and broaden their imaginations while acting out different occupations. Puppets are a delightful way for them to creatively play and express themselves. This adorable Cheerleader puppet is easily animated with a working mouth and a hand-rod to control arm movements. She's also ideal for adult story time. Enhance the kids' favorite tales with puppet pals!

Retro Kettle Popcorn Maker$109.99

No, David$15.99
A Loving, Reassuring Message for Parents & Children Alike No matter what little David does, his mother's reply is always the same: "No, David!" "That's enough, David!" "Come back here, David!" But despite the broken vase, the muddy carpet, and David's other mishaps, his mother pulls him close, and with a warm embrace, tells him, "Yes, David...I love you!" Inspired by a semiautobiographical story David Shannon wrote as a child, this charming picture book is packed with fun-filled chaos, as well as...

John Deere Mini Loader with Trailer$229.99
John Deere® Pedal-Powered Ride-On Offers Earth Moving Fun! A rugged ride for little workers! Our John Deere Mini Loader with Trailer features a real scooping loader plus an adjustable seat for growing kids. The enclosed chain drive makes it safe, easy to pedal, and perfect for toddlers! Older children will love our Caterpillar Front Loader and Back Hoe (see Item #6041), sold separately.

Singer Sewing Machine$21.99

The Way Things Work Game$29.99
Award-Winning Game Based Upon the Best Selling Book Perfect for inquisitive types! Curious minds learn how things work while playing this award-winning game based up on the best-selling book of the same name. Kids stay engaged with over 100 trivia questions, “Use Your Noodle” cards, and 50 different mechanical experiments. The Way Things Work Game features multiple levels of play for 2 to 4 players and is chock full of great material for curious kids!

John Deere 36” Steel Wagon$119.99

Ballerina Puppet$16.99
Classic Stick Puppet Inspires Imaginations Children build self-confidence and broaden their imaginations while acting out different occupations! Puppets are a delightful way for them to creatively play and express themselves. This adorable Ballerina puppet is easily animated with a working mouth and a hand-rod to control arm movements. She's also ideal for adult story time. Enhance the kids' favorite tales with puppet pals!

Fold & Go Barn$54.99

Noah’s Ark Shape Sorter$32.99

Giant Spring Jam$39.99

Plush Zebra$99.99
There is an additional shipping charge of $5 on this item.

Rock’em Sock’em Robots$24.99

Lacing Beads$15.99
Bold Beautiful Beads are Real Kid-Pleasers! Creative beading aids skills! Our Lacing Beads Set comes in a handy wooden storage box and includes 27 chunky hand-painted, colorful wooden “beads.” The big 'n bold pieces are lightweight, painted with non-toxic paint, and feature numbers and colorful designs to enhance counting and recognition skills. Big fun for little ones, time and time again!

Vegetable Set$21.99

Giant Art Jar$24.99

The Fabulous Book of Paper Dolls$16.99

Classic Board Games from Klutz$24.99

Toddler Nightstand$74.99
Stylish Toddler Nightstand A charming addition to any bedroom! Our Toddler Nightstand comes fully assembled and is made of solid wood. Simple yet stylish, the versatile piece can be used for years to come. For a functional and lovely accent on top of the nightstand, add our Butterfly Lamp (see Item #6774), sold separately.

If I Ran the Circus$14.99

Sing-Along CD Player$64.99

Rectangular Table & Chair Set$119.99

Power Drive$49.99
Plug 'n Play Virtual Driving Video Action! Virtual driving challenges provide non-stop video fun! Get your adrenaline pumping with 7 levels of driving excitement. Simply attach this turbo-charged seat with pedals and steering wheel to your television using the included 8½’ video and audio cable. Play 30 exciting games including driving, spaceship, flying, and more. Get ready to go into overdrive!

Floor Model Puppet Theater$109.99
The Perfect Setting for Imaginative Puppet Play It's show time! Youngsters enjoy creative puppet play in our solid wood Floor Model Puppet Theater as they entertain themselves, friends, and family. This sensational floor standing venue is crafted in sturdy, durable hardwood with a wood grain melamine coating and features colorful screen-printed graphics. Super details include a clock with movable hands, a chalkboard for announcing show times, and fabric curtains for dramatic flair. A great place...

Gnip Gnop$17.99
Award-Winning Gnip Gnop Relive the magic of this button-smashing game from the ‘70s. Gnip Gnop combines speed, skill, and head-to-head competition. Healthy competition builds self-esteem and skills. Smash buttons to send balls flying through holes into opponent’s court. Enjoy action-packed fun with retro flair!

Lite Brite Cube$25.99

Polar Express G-Gauge Train Set$179.99

Lock Box$39.99
A Back to Basics Exclusive: Locks & Latches Get busy! Toddlers play peek-a-boo with their favorite toys hidden behind colorful doors as they learn how to fasten and unfasten a variety of hardware. Our Lock Box features a carrying handle and 8 doors with different locks and latches. Simple in concept yet so intriguing to youngsters, the box is also great for memory building and even improves dexterity!

Water Symphony$23.99
Kids Can Compose Their Own Water Music! Adorable dolphins make bath-time fun! Each bath buddy in the Water Symphony provides a melodic diatonic tone. Simply tap the dolphins on the head to hear the soothing music. Hitch the inner tubes together by color for a concerto, or just improvise as they float free. The set includes a color-coded guide to play songs.

If I Ran the Zoo$14.99
A Dr. Seuss Classic! Delightful, timeless stories for young readers! If I Ran the Zoo finds young Gerald McGrew thinking of all sorts of unusual animals he'd have in his zoo. This wonderful hardcover edition will hold up for generations of reading. Classic Dr. Seuss rhymes and illustrations are great fun for early childhood reading. Add our other selections to create a beloved collection of Dr. Seuss books for your family!

My First Piano$74.99

Mouse Trap$25.99
Mouse Trap Mechanical mayhem captivates kids! In the course of the 1963 classic game Mouse Trap, players build a Rube Goldberg-style mouse trap and try to trap their opponents mice. This fun-filled game of crazy mechanical contraptions and chain reactions is a race to the finish. Nab your opponent’s mice before your own get caught. The last mouse left to remain free wins!

Bungee Jumper$22.99

The Complete Adventures of Curious George$29.99

Skittles$49.99
The Original Skittles Game This classic since 1932 is a perennial rec-room favorite! In original Skittles, players wind the twine around the top and let it go. Watch as your top skitters through openings, ricochets off walls, and scores points by knocking down tenpins. Finely crafted of solid pine, this classic game set includes a hardwood top, braided twine, solid wood pins, and playing rules. Still perfect for family game night after all these years!

Light ’N Strike Math$35.99
Learn Math with Lights, Sounds, & Lots of Action Math problems become math play! Light ’N Strike Math features four exciting games with 3 levels of difficulty that turn addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division from work into play! Kids use soft mallet or hands to solve the problems, taking learning to a whole new level of fun! Includes non-marring rubber feet and volume control.

Expansion Track Pack$37.99

Cutie Cupcake Baker$17.99

Blue Mini Cooper$299.99
Zippy Blue Mini Cooper Offers Maximum Fun! Kids just love this totally cool car! The battery-operated Blue Mini Cooper ride-on with a max speed of 2 mph features jazzy racing stripes, chrome racing lights, a real FM radio, and horn sounds. Complete with rechargeable “6V” battery and UL listed charger, the nifty ride-on's authentic dashboard includes a gear for shifting forward or back. Your little one will surely enjoy zipping around in style! Pink Mini Cooper (see Item #8281W), sold separately.

Pretend & Play School Set$37.99

Talking Cash Register$42.99
Toy Cash Register Adds Up to Educational Fun Amazing Cash Register works just like the real thing with its working calculator and scanner. Place a bar code on an item and scan away! The cash register automatically displays subtotals and announces the amount scanned. Working microphone for paging, play bills, coins and credit card all included. Cash drawer makes a “ca-ching” sound when opened. A neat way to learn about counting, currency, and making change. Add our Jar of Money (Item #6881) for big...

Fengi Princess Playhouse$299.99
The Ultimate Princess Playhouse The perfect play area for your little princess! The easy to assemble 100% cotton Fengi Princess Playhouse boasts a pretty appliquéd and embroidered floral design, plus full curtains on its windows and entry door. Supported on a lightweight metal frame with plastic connectors for stability, this wonderfully detailed, high quality playhouse comes with its own convenient storage bag. Easy portability lets you take it along for imaginative princess playtime anywhere in...

John Deere Wheelbarrow$49.99
A Sturdy Kid's Wheelbarrow that Really Does the Job Enjoy quality family time outdoors! Our child-sized wheelbarrow features heavy-duty steel construction, rounded safety edges, wooden handles, and durable rubber tires. Unlike plastic wheel models, the rugged John Deere Wheelbarrow is ready for more than child’s play! For more fun projects around the yard, add our Kid's Garden Tools (see Item #162), sold separately.

Uncle Wiggily$17.99
Hop Along with Uncle Wiggily A classic game, first introduced in 1910, Uncle Wiggily still remains a family favorite! Players draw cards and follow the simple rhymes to move around the board. Cards feature numbers and symbols so children who aren't yet reading can still play this game that helps develop early reading skills. The first player to get to Dr. Possum’s office wins!

MLB Jr. Hitting Machine$49.99

Fun Rocker N’ Bench$99.99

MLB Director's Chair$64.99
Comfortable & Stable MLB Director’s Chair The best seat outside the stadium! Our officially licensed Major League Baseball® Jr. Director's Chair is ready for action. And when the action's over, it folds up for easy storage. Select your favorite MLB team from the field below and we'll customize this attractive chair with the team logo, colors and markings. Officially licensed Major League Baseball® furniture is ready to take a seat inside your home! (Note: Team availability may change due to manufacturer...

Avalon Table and Chairs (Natural)$209.99
Avalon Table & Chair Set in Attractive Natural Hardwood Timeless in style, unmatched in durability! Durable and elegant, our Shaker-style Avalon Table and two sturdy Chairs are crafted for years of use. The set is made of solid hardwood, sanded silky-smooth, and features a beautiful natural wood finish. The table includes a drawer for easy storage. A quality set that's sure to be in the family for years to come! Additional chairs (see Item #5529), sold separately.

Big Kick Soccer$15.99

Pipe Cleaners Gone Crazy$12.99
Enjoy Creative Pipe Cleaner Fun with this Book from Klutz Common household pipe cleaners feature extraordinary possibilities! Pipe Cleaners Gone Crazy offers a mega-dose of creativity for those fuzzy bendable craft staples. The book features step-by-step instructions for making cool pipe cleaner animals, jewelry, food, people, and anything else you can imagine. Comes with enough pipe cleaners in a variety of sizes and colors to make every project in the book!

John Deere 16” Bike$149.99
John Deere 16" Bicycle One rugged ride! Nothing runs like a Deere. This 16" bicycle in classic John Deere colors features a heavy-duty frame, front shock, rear coaster brake and front hand brake, carry rack, 16" diameter wheels, plus removable training wheels. A great bike to really get your young John Deere enthusiast pedaling off in style!

200-Piece Builderific Set$24.99
Building Set is Packed with Imaginative Possibilities! Junior engineers get creative! The 200-Piece Builderific Set lets kids construct anything from dinosaurs and airplanes to newly imagined contraptions. The colorful building kit includes a battery-powered 2-direction drill and an instruction book featuring 50 fun ideas. The heavy-duty plastic pieces come packed in a handy storage case with a handle for portability. Enjoy safe and easy building fun with endless possibilities!

Riding School Playset$79.99

Basic Skills Board$21.99

Telecommunications Kit$21.99
Award-Winning Telecommunications Science Kit Learn all about sound and sound waves! The Radio, Phones & Telecommunications Kit is thought provoking and filled with exciting experiments to entice critical thinking. Kids will learn how sound and sound waves travel through water, air and space. Sound is all around! People and animals use various forms of sound to communicate their thoughts. Discover how to communicate with astronauts or aliens in space where sound cannot be heard! This award-winning...

NFL Team Locker$149.99

Tabletop Frogger Arcade Game$29.99

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    Rating: 1/5

    Hands down the WORST company I have ever dealt with. On their site they say to phone about shipping costs for international orders. I phoned, was told I would be phoned back. I never was, so I called again. I was told I needed to place my order first, ...

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    Rating: 5/5

    I know that one of the chief complaints I have about toys today is that they are cheap and flimsy, they don't last and a lot of the time you pay tons of money for junk. I don't like the redone versions of games from my youth - where wood pieces are...