The American girl doll, manufactured by the Pleasant company made its debut in the year 1986 and was to become an indispensable part of every girl’s life at one point of time. These dolls have a legacy of their own which is intertwined with that of the country’s history. One can say that these dolls are ethnically diverse, socially- aware and a good role model for any American girl. These dolls pay a homage to the America’s diverse population and its history. The typical American girl doll is accompanied with a storybook that aims to narrate the doll’s life’s story to children. Thus, you have a doll and a bedtime story to go along with it.   The American girl dolls’ stories are the story of the girls who lived in that particular era, for instance, the Samantha doll belongs to the Edwardian period, whereas the  Felicity Merriman doll “lived” through the American Revolution. These dolls are not merely playthings, they pique the child’s interest in the history of the country and at the same time they could relate to those dolls since they represent the girls of the same age. Since these dolls are such a huge hit in itself, it would only make it seem sensible that they made their presence felt on the big screen as well.

Play is a word that brings a smile to our faces, and it should do the same for our children. When we think of the play, we think of the many toys and games that we have enjoyed as children. These are the memories that have shaped us and taught us different skills that we may not even be actively aware of. Toys and games are a vital part of a child’s life and you would do well to stock up the nursery with the right kind of toys so that your child can have a similarly wholesome childhood. You can find a variety of toys and games in the aisles of Walmart, Target, Costco and even dedicated toy store chains like Toys R Us. This will help you in bringing many skills and memories to the nursery so that your child may have a happy childhood. Here is a quick set of tips that will help you play with your child! Board games: These kinds of games are great for bringing the entire family together for a round of laughter and play. This is also a great way to teach children a lot of life skills including planning one’s moves and getting headlong into managing resources.

Puppets are loved by kids all over the world. Much before the modern toy industry found its feet, puppets were delighting children across ages. If you think puppets are more suitable for younger kids between 3-8 years, you are yet to experience the fascinating charms of a puppet. From child care workers to child psychologists, anyone who has worked with children would tell you about the huge benefits of introducing puppets to your child. Puppets not only spur your child’s creativity, they go a long way in developing their motor skills. Encouraging kids to put together a puppet show helps them to learn to face an audience with confidence while bolstering their power of expression. Where can you buy a puppet? You can easily find some very interesting puppets at craft fairs or on mail order catalog. Nowadays, most toy stores showcase a variety of theme-based puppets. Also, almost all online stores sell new, as well as, used puppets at affordable prices. You can refer to customer reviews to get answers for any of your queries regarding the product. What are the things to consider when buying a puppet? Size: When you are selecting a puppet that your child can handle himself or herself, consider smaller sizes that fit his or her hands and are easy to manoeuvre.

Nintendo Wii console is a seventh generation home video game that is in direct competition with Sony’s PlayStation and Microsoft’s Xbox. However, it has a competitive advantage as Nintendo claims to target a larger demographic compared to the above two. Wii was launched in 2006 and succeeded the GameCube. The Wii cable can be easily connected to the input cables of the television for it to function. Types of Wii game consoles The successor of Wii is the Wii U game console that is the eighth home generation video game and is in direct competition with the PlayStation 4. The main advantage of this is that it is a tablet size game type that can be played on and off the TV. The online functionality of the core library is fast, and it can also be connected to old Wii accessories and games. However, the Nintendo Wii U console basic sets have an internal storage up to 8GB compared to that of Wii U Deluxe set that has larger storage allotment up to 32GB. The other advantage is that it supports external storage through its 2 points in the USB ports. The Nintendo Wii U 32 GB is the next gaming console that will innovate new ways to play games.