A whizzy build-and-play toy that uses a unique clip and pin system to allow moving parts. Perfect for budding engineersJet Plane £30, by Mic O MicDon't miss...Find out who all of the lucky winners are in our Toys & Games CategoryPlus Planning to get on a real plane with your fami...

This cute and clever interactive toy is voice activated: she will chat, laugh and dance quite delightfully with your child.Fijit Friends £55 by Mattel Find out... How Mattel's iconic blonde, Barbie fared in Best Toy Design (6+)PlusDiscover who all of the lucky winners are in our ...

With a cheeky address of Ooh La Lane, this fun buildable set inspires creativity and role play with the cutest of characters.Moshi Monsters £30 by MEGA BloksDon't miss... Junior's exclusive chat with Moshi Monsters creator, Michael Acton Smith Plus Find out who all of the lucky w...

Iconic  blonde Barbie allows children to play fashion designer with this creative set. Budding fashion mavens can sketch, colour and embellish an outfit, then pull away a paper frame to reveal a one-of-a-kind mini ensemble. Absolutely fabulous!Barbie Design & Dress Studio £19.99....

1 Set reasonable rulesLet children know when and where superhero play is allowed. Give safe limits, such as “Only in the garden” and “No jumping off the shed”.2 Encourage the creative aspectsHelp your child make her own superhero costumes rather than buy ready-made acrylic suits;...

There are five different hand shapes to look out for: SquareA ‘square’ hand is a sign of a reliable personality. Children with this shape of hand are usually great at organising. They gravitate towards method, structure, rules and regulations and make excellent town planners, pol...

A brilliant board game where players construct a town with trees, recycling and rain water tanks. Edutainment at its best. Eco Town £20 by WonderworldFind out... Which fabulous toy won our Best Eco Toy category

Made entirely from recycled and recyclable materials, these handmade rag dolls are just the right size for a toddler’s clothes.Soft Toy Tots £40 by Oobicoo Find out... Which fabulous toy won our Best Eco Toy categoryPlus Junior takes a look at dolls through the decades

An important part of learning to read is the input of both parents. A report by the National Literacy Trust, Getting The Blokes On Board, highlighted that 40 per cent of male parents and carers believe their partner is more likely than

1. SortingGather a collection of small objects such as buttons, pennies or paper clips and ask your child to sort them into piles.2. DressingLet your child help to get herself dressed in the mornings – clothing fastenings like poppers, zips, buttons and ties will all test her dex...