Vtech Mobigo review by www.actuallymummy.co.uk

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My turn to open a prize next, and mine was the Vtech Mobigo. Effectively a games console for younger children, it combines educational games with downloadable 'apps' that tested me on maths, spelling, and something Mummy called spatial awareness. She was also able to check online how I was doing in each of the learning areas. Very easy to hook up to the computer and download more games, which I did myself (although you will need a parent to pay the £2.99 for each new game!). I got the pink version with a Disney Princess game, but it does come in yellow/blue with a Cars game. It is recommended for ages 3-8.

At £49.99, it compares very well to the LeapsterExplorer, which the Bug owns. Personally I prefer the Leapster, because the games have more interesting levels (see my list of pros and cons for the Mobigo), but this is still a great interactive toy with lots of scope for learning.

Le Toy Van - Fire Engine by www.actuallymummy.co.uk

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The Bug was so excited to unwrap all the little packages that came with this gorgeous Le Toy Van Fire-Engine set. A lovely, quality wooden toy that will last and last - you know, the kind that you never want to give away, even after you've grown out of it. Unfortunately disappointment ensued as he realised that  firemen do not come with the set, so if you decide to ask Santa for this (and it would be a welcome sight in any young boy's Christmas stocking) you need to buy a couple of firemen to hold the loudhaler, climb the extentable ladder, and drive to the emergency! Cuthberts retail this toy at £26.99 and know their toys well enough to give you great advice, in-store and online.

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Vtech Toot Toot Garage Blog by Local Mum Mrs C

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DINOSAUR SKELETON EXCAVATION KIT - TYRANNOSAURAUS REX

 Fancy being a Palaenttologist ? Then these kits are a great way to get to find out about the dinosaur's that lived on our planet millions of years ago. The kits are a a plaster block with the skeleton embeded within, use the special tool provided to dig away and find all the various parts - Jaw, Shoulders Backbones etc.

Once you discover all the pieces you can put the skeleton together.

This range is very good for children aged 8 upwards and will keep them occuped for hours. its can get a little "messy" so a few old newspapers laid down first will help.

This range also has a Pterosaur and a Triceratops, these are just a couple in a range of skeletons. Great value at £9.99 anbd ideal as gifts for Birthdays.

Vtech Toot Toot Drivers Garage - www.cuthbertstoys.com

Its a new Interactive Baby Range just in from Vtech called TOOT TOOT DRIVERS. This is the Garage from the range.

It a robust set in bright colours and full of moving parts, lights and noises. additional cars are available and each come with a little story book.

With this set you get a toot toot tow truck that can works its way all around the garage whilst it "chatters" away.  There are some great features including a lift which can take your truck up to the next level where you can visit the car wash to get your tow truck nice and clean. 

A great garage piece from Vtech for 18 months and upwards.

Cars 2 Operation Game

The Classic Operation with a Disney twist !! its a variation on the Doctors and Nurse theme. Hasbro have created a mechanic set to repair Mater, all the excitement and fun of the buzzing and precision required make this a game for all the family. Careful work is required to fix his bodywork without setting the alarm off !! The process of fixing up Mater is also a great hand eye co-ordination toy for the younger child. Both Girls and Boys will love this one.