This is the fourth in a series of posts about Toy Fair
NY 2017. The events span a week and I
literally saw thousands of toys and took 1000 pictures. And so I am organizing my reports in a series
of posts as follows:
- Grandma’s Highlights of Toy Fair
- My Favorite Dolls
- Toys for Babies and Toddlers
- Games and Puzzles Galore
- Intriguing Building and Science Toys
- Books and Plush Pairs
- Toys with Characters in the Movies
This post covers games and puzzles. Both of these are popular in our house and so I had lots of fun checking out what’s new. I am including something for every age and my
favorite thing about this category – every
item is something an adult (grandparent, parent, aunt, uncle, friend) can
do with children. We keep games and puzzles at our house and
both are on tap when my grandson visits.
Extra note - no stock photos - with one exception taken at Toy Fair.
I am delighted to offer a giveaway of the Zodiac puzzle featured in this article. See
the giveaway details at the end of the article.
Most jigsaw puzzles have a top and a bottom. If there are multiple people working on them only one person gets to work from the bottom up. But the square Zodiac puzzle provides a family challenge with all sides being an equal start – no top or bottom! And – the symbols glow in the dark! 25” x 25” when completed. As all eeboo puzzles, it is made of sturdy, colorful pieces. I am very happy to offer this puzzle as a giveaway with this post. The whole family - all generations - will enjoy putting it together and then again when it is completed watching it glow in the dark.
Bunny Bedtime by Peaceable
Kingdom
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Bunny Bedtime by Peaceable Kingdom |
I included this game on my Babies and Toddlers Toy Fair post but it should be here too. This hidden gem is a game designed for 2 year olds and it would be an excellent grandparent gift. How do you play? It's
time for bed, Bunny! Players roll a chunky die and move Bunny on the game path.
Along the way, players help Bunny make choices about her bedtime routine. Which
bath toy will she play with? Which pajamas will she wear? I just love
this game idea.
This is an another game by this award winning company of cooperative games. Hoot Owl Hoot is not new but it has won numerous awards and is still a best seller for Peaceable Kingdom. In these games, players work together to win the game rather than against each other. In this game the players work together to get all the owls to the nest before the sun rises and then everyone wins. Here is a short video that shows how the game is played.
Sneaker Puzzle - American Style by Ravensburger
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My Grandson with his completed Sneaker Puzzle by Ravensburger |
And to All a Good Night Family Jigsaw Puzzle by Springbok
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And to All a Good Night Family Jigsaw Puzzle by Springbok |
Star Wars Monopoly 40th Anniversary Edition
by Hasbro
Can we ever have enough of Star Wars? Simple answer is NO. This is a special 40th Anniversary of Star Wars Monopoly game from Hasbro. 40 Years! Do you believe it? Do you love Monopoly? Do you love Star Wars? This game is for YOU! Star Wars lovers of all ages will enjoy
playing this together.
Miss Bernard is a Wild Card (Weird School) Game by All Things Equal
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That's me with Dan Gutman |
The
very first game based on the popular Weird School books is coming out in June. Here is an advance look at the box. At my very last stop at Toy Fair when I could
barely stand up, I made a command
visit to this booth and met author Dan Gutman in person. My daughter had seen on facebook that the
game was coming out and she asked me to look for it at Toy Fair. Here I am with Dan. Impressed my grandson more with this picture
that the one of me with the ghostbusters.
Who knew? I plan to do a full game review when it is available. Stay tuned.
Zodiac Puzzle Giveaway Details
Zodiac Puzzle Giveaway Details
Two ways to win:
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and/or
60 comments:
wow! what an awesome puzzle!!!
fingers crossed :)
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thanks for the chance!
Great giveaway
Thanks for the chance. And keep up the good work.
Awesome giveaway!!
I think the zodiac puzzle looks really neat! We haven't done too many family puzzles yet, so I'd love to try this one!
I love doing puzzles! I have a ton that I've finished and I would love another big one!
I have had a huge love of board games since I was a kid and I love all the new types of games they are coming out with too/! It's crazy!! My kids absolutely love any game we pull out and love getting special time with mommy
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My son (and his Dad) would go crazy over the Star Wars Monopoly game! Cool prizes!
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Those are all cool puzzles. Thank you for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post.
A toy fair--what fun! I used to love doing puzzles, but it's been a while. I think I'll try one again and see if my grandchildren want to join in. They range in age from 7-17, so I might need a family puzzle. Thanks for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty and thanks for the chance to win the puzzle.
Thank you for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post on social media.
Thanks for sharing with us at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I've never actually been to a toy fair but I do love puzzles.
The sneaker puzzle is really cool, I thought he was holding a real shoe! I dislike board games but did play them with my older kids, especially Sorry!
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This looks so fun! Thanks for the chance to win.
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this looks like an amazing puzzle. for sure something i would find at my grandmas. love that you do this.
Wow, the Toy Fest looked like a lot of fun with so many amazing games and puzzles! Thank you for sharing some of your favorites. My children love puzzles and I'm sure we'd have lots of family fun with it if we did. Thank you for the chance!
Thank you for the chance.
I love playing games, working puzzles, and doing simple crafts with my grandchildren when they visit. Thanks for linking up at #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I'm sharing your post on social media.
Beautiful puzzle! Thank you for the chance!
I already like you on FB as Saundra McKenzie. Thanks for the chance.
I love puzzles and games, thanks for this wonderful chance to win! ☺
Liked Facebook page now commenting! Great giveaway!Thanks for the chance!
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I do love a good jigsaw puzzle :)
Hoping I win. I love a challenging puzzle!
I love puzzles!
My son and I love to do puzzles together -- this one looks like it would be fun!
I think the Star Wars Monopoly set would be fun to play with. My family has a tradition of long games of Monopoly at family reunions.
My grandchildren and I love to play games together. The Bunny Bedtime game and Hoot Owl game are two that I know we would really enjoy. Thank you for giving us info about them!
What a lovely collection of games and puzzles you have highlighted!
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This would be amazing! My family would love it! Following on Facebook too!
The puzzle looks like fun! I have a Peaceable Kingdom game for my boys and love it. I also liked you page.
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Looks great!
I love the zodiac puzzle!!!
I love working on puzzles with my daughter. Thanks for the chance to win!
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My son loves puzzles and games
this would be fabulous for summertime with kids home.
I would love to win this awesome Zodiac Puzzle for my nieces and son. We all love puzzles :)
Thank You!
This would be great for my little niece she would love the games
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These look like a lot of fun. I really enjoyed puzzles as a kid.
I think my nephew would really like this puzzle…he enjoys a good challenge. Email: cuse_softie(at)yahoo.com
That must have been a fun time. My grandchildren and I would really enjoy this puzzle. Thanks!
My kids love these kinds of puzzles.
that would be a nice family night project
I love puzzles that challenges us and this one looks like it!
These puzzles look amazing, would love to enter!
Liked your Facebook page as Kim Reid.
Thanks for the chance!
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What great games to start a family game night, liked your facebook as well :)
These look so awesome! My nieces would really enjoy the these! :)
My granddaughters would love to have this.
I love puzzles! Just finished one today! :) kdraebellamy@yahoo.com
This would be awesome for my niece and nephews! Thanks for the chance!
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This is a great family project
I love puzzles! I just did a puzzle only to be disappointed by noticing that the puzzle was missing two pieces! So sad. So hopefully I can win this one! Thanks!
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