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Playmobil Action Heroes Modern Hospital

( Playmobil $99.99) Our testers loved this new two level hospital setting from Playmobil. It's a two level hospital complete with an operating room, a patient's room and bathroom. We love that there's a reception desk at the entrance of the hospital. And as with all Playmobil settings, the attention to detail is unmatched. You'll find flowers in the patient's room as well as an IV drip. The operating room has all the special lighting, surgical table and equipment for prete

Flip Formers Roads and Foils

( Mindware $21.95) Here's an interesting add-on for playing with Magna-Tiles. While box shows magnetic tiles, you must provide your own - none are included in the set. The forms attach to the tiles with two different illustrated roads to use on your tiles. Now for some, this will take away from the open-ended, abstract play that magnetic tiles encourage. For others, the more detailed and realistic "road" will be appealing - it becomes more of a puzzle to have the roadway c

Magna-Tiles Castle DLX 48-Piece Set

( Mag na-Tiles $69.95) A wow-wee set of Magna-Tiles that our testers loved because of the different variety of pieces. The tall triangles, the balconies, the tall door - were all fun to build. This is a 48 piece set that also includes a dragon (another plus with our testers). We still think if you're just starting out with Magna-Tiles an open-ended set is a great idea. We also recommend the Magna-Tiles DLX Classic Set ($119). Ages: Preschool, Early School Years Oppenheim

Creativity for Kids Sunnies

( Creativity for Kids $9.99 each) Perfect for summer days, this cute DIY kit comes with two pairs of sunglasses and all the rhinestones, charms and letters to make them really unique. Not sure which is cuter - the heart-shaped pink pair or the blue flowers! Will be a hit to work on and then enjoy. Ages: Marked 6 and up. Ages: Early School Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Award 2025 Shop this product on Amazon