Monday, February 9, 2015

Toys Are Tools? What's That?



WHAT: Toys are Tools in 2015 and beyond wrapped up in one colorful logo
LOGO INVENTOR: Don Carter
DOES: Logos forces one to make a statement about oneself
INVEST:
self-confidence and trust in others

TOOLS: The whole box





Tuesday, February 3, 2015

Storing LEGOs? Product Recommendations and Some Perks


The 1 x 2 brick:  The Candy of Creativity photo courtesy: Megan Rothrock

WHAT: Product Recommendations for LEGO storage after writing my story at Quartz
DOES: Could drive you crazy but could inspire awesome creativity in your kid! And maybe rid some anger against the toys you buy for them.

INVEST:
$2 and up

AGES: 5+
TOOLS: Express Yourself, Like an Executive, Foment the Love of Language (no kidding, there might be a little bit of speech and language therapy here)





Thursday, January 22, 2015

Review & Giveaway: OYO Sports: Why Your Kid Should Be a Sports Fan- Oyo Style


Are you ready for Superbowl? photo: OYO Sports
Are you cheering for the Seahawks?  photo: OYO Sports

Or are you a Patriots fan? photo: OYO Sports



WHAT: OYO Sports minifigures and playsets- Officially licensed from the MLB, NHL, and NFL
DOES: Opens up new avenues for storytelling, creativity, discussion in strategy, exposure to new role models

INVEST:
$12.99 and up

AGES: 6+
TOOLS: Express Yourself, Foment the Love of Language
GIVEAWAY: Win two of your favorite sports heroes in minifigure collectible form or choose to use a $30 gift certificate