For Immediate Release: 03/4/21
Mom’s Choice Awards® Names Best Products & Services of February 2021
Summary: Mom’s Choice Awards® is pleased to announce the latest products and services to earn our distinction. The products and services you see here have been rigorously evaluated by consumers and experts around the world and are held to the highest standards of excellence.
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Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for children, families, and educators. The program is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. The evaluation process uses a proprietary methodology in which entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal and cost.
“Our aim is to introduce families and educators to best-in-class products and services,” explains Dawn Matheson, Executive Director of the Mom’s Choice Awards®. “We are passionate about helping families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. Parents and educators know that products and services bearing our seal of approval are high-quality, great value purchases. The MCA evaluation program is designed to incorporate the expertise of scientists, physicians and other specialists; but we also engage parents, children, educators, and caregivers because they are experts in knowing what is best for their families.”
This month, Mom’s Choice Awards® has selected winners in the following categories:
- Online Resources
- Gear, Accessories & Personal Use
- Educational Products & Electronic Learning
- Apps and Software
- Activities, Crafts & Hobbies
- Children’s Picture Books
- Toys, Games & Puzzles
- Juvenile Level 1 (Ages 5 to 8)
- Juvenile Level 2 (Ages 9 to 12)
- Adult Books
- Miscellaneous
Online Resources
Mama Bear Domain
Silver – Online Resources (Websites, eMagazines and Blogs): Family/Parenting
A Trauma Survivor Thriver’s Podcast
Gold – Online Resources (Websites, eMagazines and Blogs): Family/Parenting
Gear, Accessories & Personal Use
Wide+ 2 Step Stool for Kids
iLove
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Bath & Potty (Includes Diaper Pails)
B.Loved Baby Outings 7 in 1 Waterproof Baby Cover
B.Loved Baby
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Travel
The Contours Options Elite V2
Countours
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Strollers
Buggie Huggie
Buggie Huggie
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Toddlers, Preschool, Parents
Educational Products & Electronic Learning
Playsongs Home
Bicycle
Gold – Educational Products: Preschoolers
Apps and Software
Bedtime Stories – Night Train
Schmugan AB
Gold – Apps & Software: Preschoolers
Mussila Music School
Mussila ehf
Gold – Apps & Software: Ages 5 to 8
Children’s Picture Books
Play Smart Early Learning 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Vehicle Picture Puzzlers 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Early Learning 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Numbers 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Numbers 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart School Skills 4+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Skill Builders 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Skill Builders 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Skill Builders 4+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Animal Picture Puzzlers 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Brain Boosters 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Brain Boosters 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Animal Picture Puzzlers 4+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Animal Picture Puzzlers 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Brain Boosters 4+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Alphabet 3+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Alphabet 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart 1-2-3 Picture Puzzlers 4+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart Color & Shape Picture Puzzlers 2+
Written by The Play Smart series was created by the early education experts at Gakken Publishing, the number 1 educational publisher in Japan.
Gakken Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
I Like to Eat Children
Written by Reagan Rothe; Illustrated by Drew Rose
Black Rose Writing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Adventure, Adventurers & Heroes
52 – A Tale of Loneliness
Written by Johnny DePalma; Illustrated by Kyle Brown; Edited by Robin Schroffel & Jennifer Wagner
Umbrelly Books Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Animal Kingdom
The Adventures of Forkman – Two Book Set:: A Children’s Book of Etiquette & What’s That Noise
Written by Tiffany Caldwell & W.R. MacKenzie; Illustrated by Vanessa Alexandre
Mascot Books
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Basic Concepts
Rudella, the Ordinary-Nosed Reindeer: The Enjella Adventure Series
Written by Jane F. Collen; Illustrated by Stephen Trumble
Streamline Brand Associates, Inc
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Bedtime Stories
Mister Sleepy: Sleeping the day away
Written by Jane Alice; Illustrated by Andy Yura
Jane Alice Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Bedtime Stories
Be A Superhero in the Kitchen
Written by Donna Glass; Illustrated by Alejandro Chamberlain
Mascot Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Cooking & Food
Li’l Bob: ~Journey of a Lost Pup
Written by P.J. HarteNaus; Illustrated by Melody Howe; Edited by Kelly Scrima
Whistleslick Press
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Domestic Animals & Pets
Didi the Picky Puppy
Written by Kate Maher; Illustrated by Chiara Civati
Mascot Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Domestic Animals & Pets
I Hug You in My Heart
Written by April Goff Brown; Illustrated by Jeanne Conway
Mascot Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Family Life
Before I Was Born: Book
Written by Corey Anne Abreau; Illustrated by Samantha Williams; Edited by Lily Coyle
Beavers Pond Press
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Family Life
Mommy’s Oven
Written by Brandi Pearce; Illustrated by Nazar Horokivskyi
Mascot Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Family Life
Mango The Long Haired Ginger Cat: Join Mango in this cat fairytale as she learns to be happy with who she is and what she has, especially her family.
Written by Grandma Krazy; Illustrated by Lauren Garcia; Edited by Reedsy
Self published with Pen Name Grandma Krazy
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Fantasy, Myths & Legends
A Conservation Tale: Your Planet Needs You!
Written by Ian Sadler
l; Illustrated by Len DiSalvo
Gelos Publications
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Green Earth
Tiny Tim and The Ghost of Ebenezer Scrooge: The sequel to A Christmas Carol *Children’s Edition* (Narrated with Audio Christmas Carols)
Written by Norman Whaler; Illustrated by Voxillustrations; Edited by Esther Randell
Beneath Another Sky Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Multimedia Experiences
Zippy’s Special Gift
Written by Therese Van Ryan; Illustrated by Walter Policelli
Mascot Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Specialized Concepts / Differently Abled
Marvellous Macey, The Delightful Days
Written by Caitlin Bangsund; Illustrated by Csongor Veres
Self
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Specialized Concepts / Differently Abled
Mickey on the Move
Written by Michelle Wagner; Illustrated by Jenny Phelps
Mascot Books
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Specialized Concepts / Differently Abled
Willie: A Super Friend
Written by Barry Kienzle
Headline Books
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Specialized Concepts / Differently Abled
Where is Bejou?
Written by Hiba Shublak; Illustrated by Hiba Shublak, Sam Vest, Pamela Rodil; Edited by Hiba Shublak
https://www.activelearningusa.org/where-is-bejou
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
Little Miss Grubby Toes Eats Too Much Candy!
Written by Eddie Price; Illustrated by Mark Wayne Adams; Edited by Jennifer Thomas
Millers Mill Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
Let Your Eyes Smile, Corona Style!: Remembering the Spring of 2020
Written by Kip Jones; Illustrated by David Grant
Self published
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
Little Miss Grubby Toes Falls in the Pool!
Written by Eddie Price; Illustrated by Mark Wayne Adams; Edited by Jennifer Thomas
Millers Mill Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
Little Miss Grubby Toes Gets Stuck in a Tree!
Written by Eddie Price; Illustrated by Mark Wayne Adams; Edited by Jennifer Thomas
Millers Mill Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
War at the Ice Cream Store
Written by Cheryl DaVeiga, Dave Gibson; Illustrated by Sarah Krogman, Dave Gibson, Jay Petsko
Self
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
Toys, Games & Puzzles
Hungry Bins: Learn to Recycle–Memory Game
Adventerra Games
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Preschoolers
KIDS STORYBOOK TORCH
Ningbo Mideer Toys Co., Ltd.
Silver – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Preschoolers
Polar Adventure: Disappearing Ice
Adventerra Games
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Preschoolers
Shifu Tacto
PlayShifu
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Ages 5 to 8
The Korner’d Challenge
Endless Games, Inc.
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Ages 9 to 12
TeeTurtle Reversible Plushies
TeeTurtle
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Young Adults
Hues and Cues
The Op | Usaopoly
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Adults
Telestrations®: Upside Drawn
The Op | Usaopoly
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Adults
Juvenile Level 1 (Ages 5 to 8)
You’ve Got Gifts!
Written by Kristin A. Sherry; Illustrated by Mel Schroeder; Edited by Beth Crosby
Black Rose Writing
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
You Can Do Anything!
Written by Steven J. Hattamer; Illustrated by Stacy Heller Budnick; Edited by Brook Vitale
Self Published
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Inspirational / Motivational
Juvenile Level 2 (Ages 9 to 12)
Silly Socks & Other Stuff
Written by Bev Stone; Illustrated by Calvin Stone , Bev Stone
Snow puppy
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Anthologies, Essays & Collections
Eucalyptus Street: Green Curse
Written by Sherrill Joseph; Edited by Deborah Halverson, Molly Lewis
Acorn Publishing
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fiction – General
The Princess and the Valley Man: Luna and Solis’s Adventures in Death Valley
Written by Dorota Kluza
Evan Williams; Illustrated by Malgorzata Barcikowska-Nazarczuk
Clink Street Publishing
Silver – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fiction – General
Nico: Un perro afortunado * A Lucky Dog
Written by Steve Mainero; Illustrated by Cesar Melendez
Piggy Press Books
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fiction – General
Riley Madison Discovers the Superpower of a List
Written by June Akers; Illustrated by Riley Akers; Edited by Brittany Thrasher
Author Academy Elite
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Humor
Adult Books
My Collection of Original Desserts: The Art of Creative Baking
Written by Nikos Ligidakis
Inkwell Books LLC
Gold – Adult Books: Cooking, Food & Wine
The Mediterranean Functional Lifestyle
Written by Nikos Ligidakis
Inkwell BooksLLC
Gold – Adult Books: Cooking, Food & Wine
Made With Love: Culinary Inspirations from Around the World
Written by Chef Elizabeth Lee
Mascot Books
Gold – Adult Books: Cooking, Food & Wine
Living in the Thriver Zone: A Celebration of Living Well as the Best Revenge
Written by Susan M Omilian
Butterfly Bliss Productions
Gold – Adult Books: Life Challenges
Common Questions Children Ask About Puberty
Written by Lori A. Reichel
LORI REICHEL
Gold – Adult Books: Parenting – Health, Nutrition, Fitness & Safety
Miscellaneous
Spatty Beauty Set
Spatty
Gold – Miscellaneous: Other
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