Here’s a new toy trend. We’re excited to review the new line of Squinkies- called Zinkies. The very same toy as a squinkie – only so much smaller and called a Zinkie. You can collect 100′s of styles of Zinkies. We received play set package which retails for $12.99. The Zinkies come with about a dozen Zinkies, a small magnifying glass, tweezers – so you can grab, place, and play with your zinkies – and an actual playset – in the form of a cube box, train, castle or mushroom.
The kids loved Zinkies as their smallness made them only even more intriguing and adorable. Although, the smallness factor will definitely play into the “toys that go missing” factor as we’ve already probably lost a handful of these Zinkies to who knows where.
Here’s Kenzie’s set up all her Zinkies:
Take a peek at our video below for an up close look at Zinkies:
Disclosure: Thanks to BlipToys for providing us samples of Zinkies to facilitate this review.
Look for a Zinkies: The latest super tiny toy from the makers of Squinkies on eBay - maybe you'll get lucky and find a great bargain!
Fancy Nancy Role play outfits and accessories are finally here. Pair these ![""]("http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=classymommy-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0018MOJI8")
with the cute stories and it looks like Fancy Nancy might just begin to rival Disney Princess! Kenzie loves Fancy Nancy! We also own the crown and love that too! For more information, click 
This Pirates Cove themed train set from Learning Curve is just one more reason to love the classic Thomas & Friends railway systems. Think Pirate shipwrecks, secret caves, a treasure tunnel, and Skull Mountain. Classy Mommy digs the trendy Pirate spin on the choo choo favorite for both Parents and the pre-school set. For more information, click 
There’s a new kid on the block when it comes to building tools for toddlers. Playskool just introduced a line of ![""]("http://www.assoc-amazon.com/e/ir?t=classymommy-20&l=as2&o=1&a=B0016H7N42")
and figurines. My kids are obsessed with building. Wooden blocks, plastic Mega Blocks, Legos, or just plain cardboard boxes – so it is not surprising that they took to these chunky and bright pieces instantly. Basically you kind of "snap" them into each other. Kenzie loves stacking them, sorting them by color, and attempting to build houses, cars, robots, castles, vanity tables and whatever her heart desires with her new Clipo set. They even sell a Playskool Clip Creativity Table for $30 and a bucket of Clipos with some deluxe vehicle shapes for only $15 which sounds like a real bargain for hours of independent play! Classy Mommy approved! For more information, click 
Wow. Make that a double Wow. The new Leapfrog Tag Reading system is incredible. Truly unbelievable. Much to our total surprise, Leapfrog sent the starter Tag "touch reading system" to us last week. The Leapfrog Tag, geared for children ages 4-9 is totally appropriate for our Mackenzie, a very verbal preschooler at almost age 3. We’ve never seen her take to a toy or learning to read in such an immediate and excited manner. Honestly, as parents, we both felt like watching her use the Tag was like literally WATCHING the learning right before our very eyes. The Tag looks like a giant pen and basically has a tiny optical reader – which looks like a penpoint. This talking pen enables children to read books and play games and answer questions, and play games throughout the stories. This toy fosters independence and a love of reading – along with helping kids learn to read. I’ve always loved Leapfrog’s toys, but this learning system goes above and beyond ANY expectations I’d have ever imagined. If your child has an early interest in reading – or you are trying to foster that skill, I encourage you to run and buy this product now or put it on your holiday gift list. The initial kit comes with 1 book but you can buy additional stories to go along with your Tag pen for $14. Titles include favorite characters like Diego or Disney Princess – along with classics like Chicka Chicka Boom Boom. For more information, click 
Doesn’t every diva need a way to step up to the sink in style? How about a throne to sit on while putting on their shoes and socks? Or just a place to stand and reach those cookies hidden in the cabinet! Well, diva mommies, your worries are over with the Tu Tu Cute Couture Footstool designed by a WAHM. Handmade and one of a kind, each footstool has its own personality based on the colors of your little diva! For more information, click 
Check out this line of eco friendly toys I discovered on the web! The line of Sprig Toy Adventure vehicles are not only eco-friendly, they are totally cool. Made from bio-composite material derived from recycled wood and reclaimed plastic, they are totally kid-powered. This Discover Rig converts from a walking toy to a push toy and doesn’t need any batteries. I’m digging the idea of an eco-friendly toy with no batteries – cause not only will you save money and help the environment – Mom and Dad will be spared the insanity caused by the ringing, beeping and musical chaos of plastic battery powered toys! For more information, click 
