Kids Toys

13 Super Creepy Children's Toys

The Huffington Post | Posted 02.03.2012

Every parent knows that there are some toys that are just inappropriate for children of certain age groups. Once in a while, however, a toy comes alon...

My Beef With Playmobil

Devon Corneal | Posted 01.10.2012

Devon Corneal

Whatever your thoughts on gun control, hunting or the Second Amendment, can't we all agree that four-year-olds don't need toy hunting rifles? They don't fully understand the difference between real and pretend.

WATCH: Siri vs. Furby

Posted 01.03.2012

Siri, the personal assistant feature on the iPhone 4S, might be cool in theory, but it seems most people on the Internet are having more fun joking ar...

Sweet-Talkin' Ken Doll: Do 5-Year-Olds Really Need To Be Sweet Talked?

Emma Gray | Posted 12.26.2011

Emma Gray

No, I'm not talking about the man of your daydreams, I'm talking about the "Sweet Talkin' Ken Doll" -- marketed to your 5-year-old.

In Honor Of Talk Like A Pirate Day, The Best Pirate Toys

Posted 11.19.2011

Arrr! If you've heard that today is International Talk Like A Pirate Day, you may be thinking, "Um, why do we need a day to talk like pirates?" Bec...

Is My Son's Love for Lego a Sign of an Addictive Future?

Lisa Catherine Harper | Posted 10.09.2011

Lisa Catherine Harper

So magnetic was the attraction that we instituted a new rule: On school days, no Lego before breakfast; no Lego before getting dressed and brushing your teeth. But what if Lego is merely priming the paths of his brain, readying his synapses for something more sinister? Addiction runs along every branch of our family.

Books Might Be Hit By New Legislation

thebookseller.com | Posted 05.25.2011

Unless that is extended by the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) in the US, publishers will be required to ensure third-party testing of finis...

15 Toys NOT To Buy Your Kids This Christmas (PHOTOS)

Huffington Post | Posted 12.07.2011

There are so many options out there, please do not buy your children these boring, inappropriate, or crazypants toys. Please. ...

How To Buy Holiday Gifts For Kids

Delia Lloyd | Posted 11.17.2011

Delia Lloyd

When I scanned my Facebook account this morning, one friend talked about how much she hates Christmas shopping; I was so stressed out that I bought all my presents in November.