(Mudpuppy $12.99) Two 20-piece magnetic puzzles in one package are well designed for travel. They come in a book-like holder and players...

(Hape $24.99) Although we like wooden train that run on kid power sans batteries, we know that some prefer the option. This season Hape...

(Hape $16.99 each set) For Quadrilla builders there are some new add-ons that will add new dimension (and maybe re-ignite interest) to...

(Hape $29.99 & up) We’ve written about other handsome wooden Quadrilla sets in the past. This season they have created a smaller set with...

(Skilduggery $59.99) Last year’s Platinum winner just got to be even better. There’s more track PLUS ramps to build two bridges that will...

(Hape $39.99) Ideal for apartments that might not have room for a full toy kitchen or for Grandparents with visiting grandchildren. This...

(Phaidon$14.99) With fold out pages, this playful cardboard book has fold out pages. It starts with a conventional image and label, as in...

(Peaceable Kingdom $17.95) A true beginners game with choo-choo trains and cargo as playing pieces. The rules are simple and so is the...

(Mindware $39.95) Cooking with kids is more than fun, it’s about math as in measuring, reading as in following a recipe, science as in...

(Hape $29.99) Here’s a handsome 13-piece set of pots pans, cooking utensils and two place settings for serving. All made of long lasting...