Dolls, toys, children’s books, adult books, electronics, and more! It’s Tuesday, and that means it’s time for another Weekly Roundup post where we tell you about some of the best products on the market! This is really an exciting week, because we have some diverse and wonderful products to share with you!
As many of you are already aware, every week companies, publishers, developers, and inventors send us media, products, and services from all over the world. We pair each submission with five evaluators. The best products and services earn our award. Our evaluators are not only experts, they are parents and educators just like you, so they understand what you’re looking for in a quality product. Mom’s Choice Awards® is proud to present the products and services that earned our distinction last week, between May 8 and May 14, 2016. To find more information about a product or to purchase, click on the image.
Untangled Pro Children’s Bluetooth Headphones
These are high quality, Bluetooth wireless headphones, sized for children 4+ and compatible with nearly all Bluetooth devices. Offered in six colors and now with a one-of-a-kind SharePort® feature allowing one headphone to be connected wirelessly and others to daisy-chain so all listeners are untethered from the device.
These headphones were developed, designed, and tested with children of all ages to ensure durability of the final product while maintaining style and comfort. Every headphone comes with our 100% LilGadgets Satisfaction Guarantee. You’ll love the way these look, sound, and feel.
Here’s the best part: A portion of each purchase goes towards bullying prevention and awareness in schools through partner organizations.
Gear & Accessories:
Media, Electronics & Accessories
Connect+ Children’s Wired Headphones
No need for a splitter! One earpiece connects to the device and the other can connect to additional headphones. No additional cost or pieces of which to keep track!
Includes a a microfiber carrying pouch to hold your foldable Connect+ headphones and a detachable 52″ 3.5mm audio cable to allow for greater range between your children and their device. The cable is covered in a nylon braided fabric to increase durability and decrease tangles! While the Connect+ is not a toy, we voluntarily meet the safety standards of the industry to ensure your children can use these while you have peace of mind.
Comfort: Sized for children, padded for children, light for children, and durable for children (recommended for ages 2-8)
Gear & Accessories:
Media, Electronics & Accessories
Stress Less for Women
Written by Maryann Burchell
In this thoughtful and inspired new book, MaryAnn Burchell takes a look at the four life areas that can affect women’s stress levels and the simple changes you can make to reduce your stress and create a new dynamic life. Based on her own struggle with chronic stress she has created a ‘Seven Step Plan” to help you get a healthy and happy life. The plan includes a Short Minute Meditation to help you calm your mind and help you focus on the present instead of the problems you are facing from the past. After implementing the “Seven Step Plan” you will be able to feel happy and positive to live the life you’ll love!
Adult Books:
Self-Improvement
Little Leona Of Monsters And Fire
Written by Jae Sherwood; Illustrated by Robert Charles Moore; Edited by none
Little Leona is a bright, young girl who enjoys slaying imaginary monsters in her home. One day she meets a “real” dragon. Ever alert, she rises to the challenge, employs her wits and lives to fight another day. (Little Leona has been endorsed by the Annapolis Fire department and will be used in their elementary school fire prevention programs.)
Children’s Picture Books:
Health & Safety
Lil’ Butters
Lil’ Butters are collectible butterfly figurines that are meant to help empower young children with their unapologetic and infectious personalities! Many young children and tweens struggle with how to express their emotions and different personalities. Girls can keep a Lil’ Butter in their backpack, locker, or decorate their bedroom with the Lil’ Butters befitting their own persona.
Each of the 6 collectible Lil’ Butters have their own likes and dislikes, as well as a wide range of emotions – just like kids! It’s important for children to be able to express how they are feeling, but to do so in a fun and creative way. Enter LOVE STINKS, SWEET BEATS, SUPERHERO, WHATEVER!, MELLOW BLISS, and LOVEY DOVEY to the emotional roller coaster rescue!
Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Ages 5 to 8
I Want Cake!
Written by Daniel Kairys, Jo Ann Kairys; Illustrated by Jo Ann Kairys
One morning young two sisters wake up and decide they want cake for breakfast. Thus begins their adventure to find cake, with their little brother tagging along, as younger siblings tend to do.
This is the second picture book from authors Daniel Kairys, and Jo Ann Kairys. Inspired by Daniel’s daughters’ story-making, the child-friendly language and kid-logic keep youngsters turning the pages, wanting to see what the siblings and their friends and family will come up with next.
Photos of the children are set into bright, cheery backgrounds featuring collages of various styles — from paintings to whimsical drawings to photographs and more — all layered to give a sense of depth and create an enthralling and captivating page.
Children’s Picture Books:
Family Life
Don’t Put Yourself Down in Circus Town: A Story About Self-Confidence
Written by Frank J. Sileo, PhD; Illustrated by Sue Cornelison
In this fun book, children will hear how Ringmaster Rick fosters confidence in his fellow circus performers by discouraging self-talk and put-down statements, encouraging them to be persistent and to ask for help, and by focusing on effort not results. With practice and time, they learn to bounce back from mistakes and feel more confident. Includes a “Note to Parents.”
Children’s Picture Books:
Body, Mind & Spirit
Adora PlayTime Floral Romper
Adora PlayTime babies are handmade with care and made to be loved. They are the perfect 1st baby doll, weighing just about 12 ounces. You will adore the life-like features from their little button noses…to their tiny little hands and feet!
Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Babies
26 Comments on “Weekly Roundup: Headphones, Toys, Dolls, Books, & More! May 8-14, 2016”
My granddaughter has the Untangled Pro Children’s Bluetooth Headphones and she loves them !
Glad to hear Kathy!
I think the lil fairies would be perfect for my younger cousins, the would love it… it also looks perfect for a give away
Yes, they are so fun!
I love the untangled headphones! They would be perfect for my grandson. And I especially love that portion of the proceeds goes to bully prevention and awareness. This is a very serious problem. And,is becoming almost an epidemic. So glad to see someone recognizing the problem and trying to solve it.
Destiny, we liked those headphones so much. And agree with you 100% about bullying. Hope you end up deciding to give the headphones a try for your grandson!
I wm absolutely loving those wireless headphones!! My daughter 3 in august has a corded pair and they are always getting caught or tangled.
Also like the fairies and they are adorable!! Stylish but practical.
Sounds like your daughter might get some nice birthday presents this August, Andrianna! :)
Those headphones look great for my kids! I hate the idea of ear buds for my 5 year old! Plus anything durable for children makes it even better!!!
Yeah, they are really great, Kayla. Our evaluators loved them. Hope your children will liked them too!
I love the idea of the Bluetooth headphones! They would be perfect for my daughters for long car rides!
Yes! They are really great, Lisa. We liked them a lot.
Love the headphones. I want to order some for me and 2 more for my girls!
We really loved those! We definitely recommend trying them! Let us know what you think.
I would love to have this. I am always looking for unusual and different things for my grandchildren.
Hopefully some of these products will make good presents, Rhonda!
Headphones that are durable for kids deserve and a+ in my book. Perfect for kids on the go
Yes, Marlena! Our parent evaluators LOVED those headphones. Hope you can give them a try. We definitely recommend them.
wow!! love all the recommendations here especially the headphones
Thanks, Justin! Glad you like them! We loved the headphones too!
I really like these headphones for my boys. I have been looking for headphones that are specifically made for kids. My boys are hard on toys so I want something durable. :)
Yes, these will be great! Let us know how they work out!
The headphones look awfully cool and durable. Need durable ones with toddlers and a newborn that will craw soon
These ones are really great, Carol. If you decide to go with them, let us know how they worked out!
The Bluetooth headphones is a neat idea and it should be more durable than a corded version
Yes, we really liked those a lot!