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BOOK REVIEW: PENELOPE'S PLAYGROUND BY PIXI AND ROXY JACENKO

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My big boy has just started school, and at that age, more than ever, it is important that the children learn that it is ok to be different, and to accept and understand that. And the new book written by Roxy Jacenko and her daughter, Pixi Curtis, Penelope's Playground* is the perfect story book to read out to children, and help them understand how important it is to be kind to each other, regardless of how you look.  Penelope's Playground is about Penelope, who is a little different to the other kids. Penelope loves dressing up in fun clothing that is a little different, with polka dots, stripes, all different types of patterns. She simply loves being bright and cheerful, and the kookier the better!  But not everyone understands Penelope's unique and different style, and when a new girl arrives at school, picking on Penelope’s style, the usually bright and happy girl is sudden feeling sad and afraid to go to school, and her world comes crashing down. All it takes is a sing

PRODUCT REVIEW - BACK TO SCHOOL - SMASH BENTO BITE LUNCH BOX AND DUAL WALL GLOW IN THE DARK BOTTLER

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The other day I telling how my little boy is so excited to be starting prep at school in the new year, and going to the school and meeting his new classmates and teacher the other day, just made him even more excited. Yes, after a year of kindergarten, as a mum, I am already used to the making of lunches, but now in school, it has to be done five days a week, so the variety is even more important, especially for someone like my boy who has never had a big appetite. The other day I was also talking about the new Smash Bento Lunch Kit, which you can read more about here . As you’ll read, I did find that lunch box and bottle a little on the smaller side for a school kid, but perfect for kindergarten, so today I am excited to be talking about the new Smash Bento Bite Lunch Box and Dual Wall Glow in the dark Bottle. The Bento Bite Lunch Box is bigger in design, and it has lots of features, including; Removeable inner tray (1100ml), with 6 deep compartments for a variety of food, fruit and s

PRODUCT REVIEW - BACK TO SCHOOL - SMASH BENTO LUNCH KIT

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How quickly has this year gone! A year ago my big boy was over-excited about starting kindergarten, and now in the new year he will be starting school, Prep to be exact, and while he is sad to be leaving some of his friends at kinder behind, he is so excited about going to school. But longer days at school, also means it is time to really get stuck into the lunches for him. He’s never been a big eater, so variety is definitely key to keep his interest, and the new Limited Edition Smash Bento Lunch Kit from Smash is a great as it allows for a large variety of food, thanks to the two compartments that are perfect for separating and storing sandwiches, fruit and snacks. The Smash Bento 4 piece Lunch Kit comes with: Smash Duo Bento Lunchbox 450ml BPA Free Drink Bottle Novelty Sandwich Cutter Printed Name Sticker Sheet My big boy absolutely loved it. And the cute bottle and sticker sheet with 17 cute stickers and name stickers just added to the fun. The name stickers also eliminates lost l

THE ULTIMATE TOY GIFT GUIDE FEATURING POLLY POCKET, VTECH, NEOBEAR, PJ MASKS, PEPPA PIG, LEAPFROG

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Have you got little kids and struggling with ideas of what to give them... then I've got you covered with a large selection of cool toys, many of which are educational at the same time...  Guess who has made a comeback - Polly Pocket !! I grew up playing with Polly Pocket, and now, 30 years after the original launch, she’s back with a range of super adorable toys suitable for girls. The Polly Pocket Snowball Surprise contains a cute little compact play set with a little house that opens up with a house on one side and a snow scene with skiing slope on the other side. The snow also contains slow cute little details such as a ice skating rink, and a ski lift, while the house has a little e bedroom and a lounge room. The st also comes with two little polly Pockets for the ultimate fun. But the range is huge, with lots of differs collectables available. Suitable for kids aged 3+ years. Polly Pocket Snowball Surprise - RRP: $29.95 Available from Myer, Kmart and Big W For the boys there