Cow and Lizard Blog

Who doesn't love a picnic?  Janod makes a wonderful Picnic Hamper toy so your kids can have an indoor picnic anytime of the year.  The hamper is actually a sturdy cardboard round box with a … read more

Oh the drama!  Do you have a drama queen or drama king at home?  Dramatic play is a way preschoolers learn through pretend play.  They relate to something - whether a hero, cartoon char … read more

Trying on adult roles - doctor, mailman, teacher - isn't mere imitation:  it stimulates your child's intellectual development, improves social skills, boosts creativity and helps him/her explore … read more

Dolly Pockets from NA Bear are a wonderful combination of dolls and puppets.  The fairytale classics with pockets of fun have removable mini-puppets.  These dolls encourage reading and imagi … read more

What fun it is for toddlers and pre-schoolers to pretend cook on their toy kitchen sets.  We like the wooden kitchen centers by Plan Toys as they are durable, eco-friendly and will become heirloo … read more