If you’ve ever had the pleasure of shopping in a locally owned toy store then you know the wonder it holds inside and the excitement such a shopping experience can be. There’s just something about a small store full of toys as opposed to a big chain store with just a few aisles of toys. Even better? Most of these stores carry unique lines of toys often not found in the big chain stores. The atmosphere is usually much more welcoming and the shop owners can give you personalized service and recommendations on what toy will bring your child enjoyment for months and even years to come.
This Saturday, November 10, 2012 is the third annual Neighborhood Toy Store Day, sponsored by the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA), celebrating the benefits of shopping local, with participating stores hosting in-store events and activities for the entire family. You can visit ASTRA’s website and find expert recommendations on toys for all ages. If you live near a locally owned toy store, I encourage you to take your family and enjoy the “woohoo factor” that toys bring out in children of all ages.
To get into the spirit of National Toy Store Day, we were sent a few toys from ASTRA’S “Best Toys For Kids 2012” list to enjoy together as a family. I wish I had thought to have my camera ready when I revealed these toys to my son. He definitely had the “woohoo factor” going on! Can you remember the joy and excitement new toys brought you growing up? I still can and I love seeing his face light up when it comes to toys!
Hands down, the E-Rangers Headquarters by Playmobil was his absolute favorite. He is 7 years old, so if you’re looking to impress a kid around that age this holiday season, I promise you will not go wrong with this toy!
E-Rangers Headquarters
By PLAYMOBIL
For ages 7-12 yearsThis futuristic world by Playmobil is equipped with an LED spotlight to illuminate the terrain, knockout cannon to disable enemy vehicles, a functional solar fan module, four E-Ranger figures, one robot figure, and more! Ages 7-12.
My son is also crazy about building blocks, so the Nanoblock Musical Instruments Grand Piano was also a hit an he was amazed at how realistic something this small looked. Great stocking stuffer idea for the kid that loves to build!
nanoblock musical Instruments
By Ohio Art Company
For Ages 8+These amazing micro-sized building blocks create 3D musical instruments! The details are amazing, yet your creations fit in the palm of your hand. Collect the Violin, Grand Piano and Gold Electric Guitar in the nanoblock musical series from Ohio Art. Ages 8+.
We also received the game Mine Shift which will be fun to play during Thanksgiving Break!
You can follow along for more information on Neighborhood Toy Store Day on these social media outlets:
Facebook: Facebook/TheWoohooFactor
Twitter: @TheWoohooFactor (hashtags: #toystoreday #localtoystore #shoplocal)
Head out to your locally owned neighborhood toy store this Saturday and take home some wonderful memories!
*Products pictured above were provided to me to facilitate my post. ALl opinions are my own.
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