Learning Express - The Largest Specialty Toy Retailer in the United States - Announces the Top Toys

Devens, Mass. (PRWEB) November 19, 2008 -- With the holidays quickly approaching the nations largest franchisor of specialty toys, announces their top toy picks of the season. Sharon DiMinico, founder and CEO of Learning Express has done some serious homework to help parents take the guess work out of holiday shopping by compiling a list of the top ten toys for the season.

"With Christmas and Hanukkah on the way, we know parents and gift givers will be scrambling to find the perfect toy so we've put together a hand-selected list of gifts that are sure to bring fun and excitement to everyone from toddlers to tweens."

The 2008 Top 10 Holiday Gifts List from Learning Express

1.    Organic Plush (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/organicplush.html?crsource=prw) by miYim - Here's a herd of happy, huggable heroes! Soft, naturally-dyed and constructed with organic cotton, there's never been a better bunch of bedtime buddies. Great for giving in a stylish gift box made from recycled paper. Ages Birth+

2.    Discovery Dome Playhouse (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/discoverydomeplayhouse.html?crsource=prw) - Beads and balls, shapes and shadows, this happy hide-away has activities inside and out! Big and roomy, sturdy yet lightweight, kids love having a place of their own. Folds quickly for storage or portability. Ages 12 months+

3.    Perfect Petzzz (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/perfectpetzzz.html?crsource=prw)® - Is it real?! Plush pets that are so life-like you can even see them breathe! Adopt a snuggly snoozer that will never chew your shoes and doesn't need a walk…just lots of love. Comes with bed, brush, collar, carrying tote and adoption papers. Requires two D batteries, not included. Styles vary by store. Ages 3+    

4.    Deluxe Kitchen (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/deluxetoykitchen.html?crsource=prw) - This retro-style wooden kitchen is the perfect spot for your little chef to create big flavors. Knobs turn doors open and fun boils over! Ages 3+

5.    Ezy Roller (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/ezyroller.html?crsource=prw)- No pedals, no chains, no batteries. The ultimate riding machine, the EzyRoller is constructed from durable, top quality materials using a patented design. It's a new type of locomotion that uses easy alternating leg movements to propel your child silently along. Ages 5+

6.    Gigantic Sticky Mosaic Collector Series Kit (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/stickymosaiccollector.html?crsource=prw)- My kingdom for a mosaic! Pick up the pieces (over 6,000 of them!) and assemble three gigantic princess portraits with shiny, colorful sticky tiles. Decorate your room with them or give as a gift. Ages 4+

7.    Smart Globe (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/smartglobedeluxe.html?crsource=prw)- The world is constantly changing but you can download weekly updates free for one year with this Internet ready globe! Includes a 24-page interactive book, USA rollout map, learning categories, six games and a smart pen. Ages 5-8, 9-14 and 15+

8.    Super Friends 4 Ever Bracelet Kit (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/superfriendsbraceletkit.html?crsource=prw)- B.F.F.'s band together when they use this kit to make over 20 bracelets in different styles and patterns. Kit includes two color-coded looms, 22 colors of string, beads, beading needle and easy instructions, plus a convenient take anywhere suitcase! Ages 8+

9.    Elf on the Shelf A Christmas Tradition (http://www.educational-toys.learningexpress.com/elfonashelf.html?crsource.html) - How does Santa really know who's been naughty or nice? The Elf on the Shelf, that's how! Start a new family tradition with this holiday storybook and bring it to life with the accompanying elf that watches the kids by day and reports to Santa each night. The trick is to find him the next morning! Ages 3+

10.    Personalization - What child doesn't love to see and hear their name? Personalizing a gift makes it that that much more special. Learning Express is featuring Personalized CD by Kid Hip - with over 100 different names available; children will hear their name an amazing 50 times throughout the entire CD and The Castle Lap Desk - don't hide away in the castle when you've got homework to do! Sturdy and comfortable wooden-topped lap desk lets you work wherever you want, personalize it for your princess! Available only in stores.

The shelves at Learning Express stores are stocked full with fun and innovative toys that cover all of the important educational categories: games and puzzles, developmental toys, arts and crafts kits, science and nature products, books, dolls, sports and construction toys. For more information visit us at Learning Express.

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