So if you've been reading my blog, you've probably figured out that I'm VERY particular about what Monkey eats, plays with and uses. I want things that are safe, durable, cute and functional.
The latest toy I bought has just blown me (and Monkey!) away. It's definitely her new favorite by far.
These pops ($18.95 at Chapters/Indigo) are part of the junior line of Alex Toys (www.alextoys.com).
Fourteen brightly coloured and contoured 'pops' come in this set and are the perfect size for little hands. The colours are bright and eye-catching and my 11 month old loves to give the pops a good chew. She can't quite put them together yet, but she can pull them apart and carry them around which she loves to do.
There are less expensive 'pops' or links on the market but I chose these for a couple of reasons:
1) the less expensive pops are not as nicely coloured, shaped or textured as these
2) other pops come packaged in a cheap box not this fantastic bucket with a handle that my daughter loves to carry around
Speaking of the bucket. That's one of the biggest selling features. Not only is this toy great for visual stimulation and manual dexterity, but it is also wonderful for 'fill and spill' with that awesome bucket (not to mention a great storage option for when it's not in use -- though it'll probably always be in use!).
This toy really will grow with my child and my only regret is that I didn't buy it sooner.
My daughter is fully neglecting her other toys to play with this, so to me, that's money well spent!
