Go wild with Playmobile
The two rangers at the Playmobile Wildlife Care Station have their hands full. The baby zebra needs a bandage and the chimpanzee is up to mischief again. The many realistic details in this African safari-themed Playmobile set encourage a variety of role-playing options. The wound on the baby giraffe’s leg even disappears when it’s rubbed! RRP $149.95, visit www.childsmart.com.au
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Peek-a-Boo Bags
Here’s the perfect solution to keeping your toddler quiet … and busy! Peek-a-Boo Bags are a square stuffed bean bag with fabric on one side and a see-through window on the other, inviting your child to squeeze, shake and search the window to find a host of hidden treasures hidden among the white beads. RRP $26.95, www.greengoat.com.au
Win one of 4 Peek-a-Boo Bags (2 pink, 2 blue)
Popware for Pets
If you’re on the move with your pooch, this range of designer pet gear offers innovative solutions to feeding, as well as great space-saving ideas. There are pop-up collapsible pet bowls which snap in and out for easy cleaning; travel cups, which you clip onto your dog’s leash for an instant drink on the go; and suction lids to keep food fresher for longer. All dishwasher safe and available in hot pink or blue for fashion-conscious dogs. www.popwareforpets.com
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Kindy Kamper
Putting your child to bed when you are on the move can be a headache, but the new Kindy Kamper offers a handy all-in-one bedding solution that can be used in planes, trains and automobiles. Its padded base makes for comfy snoozing, while the attached top sheet and blanket ensures everything stays neat and secure. The elasticised corners fit most kindy mats and stretcher beds, while the whole thing rolls up into an easy-to-carry swag. RRP from $54.99,
www.kindykamper.com.au
Win one of 3 Kindy Kampers
Bags from Rags
These cute and funky eco-bags by Ben & Bear are made from recycled rubber tyre inner tubes, vintage clothes and belts bought in the markets of Bangkok and fused together to create unique handbags, purses, shoulder bags and laptop computer bags. Eco-chic designer Raewyn du Toit doesn’t use new or mass-produced materials to express her unique style, but instead sources from local community businesses and craftspeople. Email raewyn@benandbear.com for new 2010 bags or visit www.benandbear.com
Win one of 3 Ben & Bear bags
Protect your car seats from baby mess
Let’s face it, babies are mess magnets, especially in the car! But now there is a simple solution – the Car Seat Protector from AllyKat. Created by mum of two and qualified nurse Alex Gillan, these car seat covers consist of a three-layered system, with the middle layer made of hemp to absorb fluids and help prevent mould growth and odours. The top layer is 100 percent quilted cotton, permitting easy movement of fluids through to the middle layer. RRP $24.95, www.allykat.com.au
Win one of 6 AllyKat car seat covers
Hot stuff!
Hot Wheels is the world’s leading toy car brand and has been making hot designs and cool collectibles for over 40 years. The Colour Shifters range is especially popular with boys of all ages, as it allows them to transform and customise their vehicles using only warm and cold water. It challenges creativity through letting them create their own cool designs before launching their cars into action. The Hot Wheels Colour Shifters Custom Colour Shop set (pictured) is great fun and is valued at $79.99.
Win one of 3 Hot Wheels Custom Colour Shop sets
Birdsong
by Ellie Sandall This lovely picture book explores the world of chirping birds, with a single bird singing merrily on a tree joined by more and more friends. Author Ellie Sandall got the idea for the book after listening to the very noisy birds in a nearby the aviary. Each bird seemed to make a distinctive noise, so she began sketching them and trying to write down the noises they made. A read-aloud feast of colour and sound, told in rhyming text. RRP $16.95, Hardie Grant Egmont.
Win one of 10 copies of Birdsong
Beautiful Creatures
By Kami Garcia and Margaret Stohl
This new young adult book is a dark Gothic fantasy exploring the world of young love, wrapped up in secrets and an eternal mystery. Sound familiar? Teenagers are bound to be enthralled by this supernatural romance, which features a curse, spells, witchcraft and voodoo. RRP $19.95 Penguin Group.
Win one of 3 copies of Beautiful Creatures
Footprints: Cuzco and the Inca Heartland
By Ben Box & Steve Frankham
The Inca Trail is one of the world’s great "must do" adventures, but it’s also a destination that requires plenty of planning. This book will help you plan your trip of a lifetime, from getting there, to places to stay and activities to help you make the most of this quintessential South American destination. RRP $44.95. Woodslane.
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