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These 5 social justice themed board games can help you (and your kids) be the change you want to see in the world

by Marsha Takeda-Morrison | Doing Good, Toys + Playthings

These are tough times, which is why now, more than ever, we need to remind ourselves – and teach our kids – to keep up the good fight about all the things we care about. But it can be exhausting getting inspired if you’re on a steady diet (by choice or not) of 24/7...

You obviously need a boat-sized rainbow unicorn pool float this summer. And now, they’re back in stock!

by Lexi Petronis | Toys + Playthings

As you’re going about making your family’s summer plans, you’re probably thinking to yourself: “Self, you know what this summer really needs? A giant pool float that looks like a rainbow unicorn and can easily fit six people.” What, you...

Something that will actually get our kids excited to take a shower? Yes, please!

by Kate Etue | Toys + Playthings

Let’s talk about our kids’ hygiene for a second, mmkay? Because all four of my kids still prefer baths over showers, and it’s kind of driving me crazy; four long consecutive children’s bubble baths are simply not practical every night. So when...

23 cool ideas for non-candy Easter basket gifts, all under $15. Slowly back away from the jellybeans….

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

While we’re all for jellybeans, chocolate bunnies, and maybe even Peeps (well, some of them?) if you’re looking to fill your kid’s Easter basket with some non-candy Easter basket gifts, we’ve got you covered with some of these super cool ideas...

4 ginormous inflatable sprinklers that will make you desperate for summer

by Caroline Siegrist | Toys + Playthings

Ever since Taylor Swift and Calvin Harris (RIP Talvin) broke the internet with their giant inflatable swan, there’s been a big demand for summer-ready inflatables: unicorn floats, inflatable pools, even party-size floats for all your friends. And there’s a...

A creative way to change up your Easter egg hunt this year. And no mess! | Sponsored Message

by Cool Mom Staff | Toys + Playthings

This is a sponsored message from Spin Master Hatchimals CollEGGtibles With Easter almost here, parents are looking for ways to make the holiday more special for kids. One creative idea: Put a twist on your traditional Easter egg hunt by hiding an assortment of...

Where to find the stunning new A Wrinkle in Time board game. Wow.

by Kate Etue | Toys + Playthings

Are your kids as obsessed with Madeline L’Engle and Meg and Charles Wallace and tesseracts (and Oprah!) as ours are right now? If so, you may want to pre-order A Wrinkle in Time: A Daring Adventure game. Liz spotted USAopoly’s beautiful new board game at...

Here are all the real life sheroes you’ll find in the Barbie Role Models collection

by Lexi Petronis | Toys + Playthings

Barbie has been busy lately. She’s gotten a new variety of body shapes (with dad-bod and man-bun Ken by her side), she’s taken on our heroines from A Wrinkle in Time and Wonder Woman, she’s figured out that yes, women can code. Today, however, in...

The crazy awesome sidewalk chalk that suddenly has us coveting sidewalk chalk

by Caroline Siegrist | Toys + Playthings

I thought sidewalk chalk was one of those classic children’s toys that’s kind of beyond reinvention. Au contraire, says Tweemade, the sidewalk chalk company that’s busting the mold with unicorn, donut, letters and numbers, and sushi-shaped chalk....

LEGO gets more eco-friendly with a plastic made from…what??

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

As someone who is raising my kids on LEGO sets, but also a lot of talk about disposable plastic toys, I am so happy to see the news that LEGO is introducing sustainable, plant-based pieces starting this year, as part of their commitment to incorporate sustainable...

It’s a beautiful day in the neighborhood. The Mister Rogers Funko Pop! collection is coming!

by Georgette Gilmore | Entertainment + Media, Toys + Playthings

For the generation that always wanted to have a neighbor just like Mister Rogers, Funko Pop is giving us the next best thing! In honor of the 50th anniversary of Mister Rogers’ Neighborhood, Funko Pop! will release the sweetest Mister Rogers vinyl figure and other...

We’re crushing hard on these nature-inspired handmade blocks.

by Liz Gumbinner | Toys + Playthings

I took one look at the nature-inspired handmade wooden blocks from Water & Lightning at Toy Fair 2018 and…instant love. These minimalist but colorful stacking blocks feel amazing, are nicely weighted, and the perfect size for both little hands learning to...

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Kristen Chase + Liz Gumbinner of Cool Mom Picks

We started Cool Mom Picks in 2006 to help make life cooler, more meaningful, and more fun for parents of all kinds.

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