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Best Classic Toy *Highly Commended* Wheelybug and Wishbone Balance Bike
By Catherine O'Dolan on 10/06/2013 11:24:50
If you want a toy your child will treasure for many years, here's two great contenders that has passed the test of time
Wheelbug £60The eye-catching and multi award-winning Wheelbug has soft curves and striking aesthetics, designed to appeal to toddlers on the cusp on walking to more confident strutters. Sturdy and safe, these bright friendly creatures go backwards
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Best Toy Design 3–5 years *Highly Commended* Corolle Interactive Doll and John Crane Woofer
By Catherine O'Dolan on 06/06/2013 14:26:20
Interaction is the name of the games with these two brilliant toys
Cute as candy Interactive Lia doll by Corolle Corolle Interactive Lia, £110A gorgeous doll from the famed French toymaker, Corolle, Interactive Lia may have tradtional good looks, but her state-of-the-art technology allows her to fully interact: caress her ticklish feet and she w...
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Best Educational Toy 2013 *Highly Commended* Miniland Matching Pairs and Playtoz Stacking Hoops
By Catherine O'Dolan on 13/06/2013 12:18:37
Turn playtime into learning fun with these great educational toys
Miniland Educational Pairs Game £21Matching games are a great way to hone your child’s memory and concentration. Suitable from three years, this Pairs Game will also boost vocabulary and thinking skills – and add a touch of competitive spirit!
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Best Toy Design 0–2 years *Highly Commended* Indigo Jamm Bus and Sophie La Giraffe
By Catherine O'Dolan on 06/06/2013 14:17:48
Two classic toys win hearts and minds with their timeless classic appeal
Bernie's Number Bus £30 by Indigo JammThe iconic London bus rides again in this charming wooden toy by cool Brit makers Indigo Jamm. Perfect for pretend play, it contains mini figures for your child to sort and match by colour or numbers
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Best Classic Toys *Winner* Matchbox Collectibles
By Catherine O'Dolan on 10/06/2013 11:26:29
The dinky cars with enduring appeal that have been inspiring boy racers for 60 years
Matchbox Collectibles £3.49Thrilling boys racers for six decades, these cool cult classics have enduring va-va-vroom! The special 60th Anniversary Matchbox Collection includes the iconic Routemaster double-decker bus, the 64 Austin Mini Cooper, and the classic London Cab, as well...
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Best Educational Toy 2013 *Winner* Little Name
By Catherine O'Dolan on 13/06/2013 12:06:16
Sartorial style meets vivid imagination with the ingenius Small Series products by Little Name
Little Name Small Series from £5With her self-confessed love of "little things" Alexis McVicker's passion is to create quirky toys that spark your child's imagination and encourage them to create their own original fun and games. Inspired by a
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Best Toy Design 3–5 years *Shortlisted* Entrants
By Catherine O'Dolan on 06/06/2013 14:22:43
Brilliant play props to excite and engage your child
Hello Kitty Clever Book (Autumn Publishing, £4.99)Everyone's favourite feline friend - she of the supercute features and bow in her hair - comes to life in the fun interactive novelty book. With sturdy pages that are cleverly designed to flip and fold to reveal different scenes a...
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Best Eco Toy *Highly Commended* Wonderworld Shape Sorter
By Catherine O'Dolan on 13/06/2013 12:32:45
Simple yet striking design and eco-friendly materials combine for this contemporary shape sorter
Natural Shape Sorter £15Made from rubber wood and using natural botanical colours, the Wonderworld Shape Sorter boosts hand-eye coordination and teaches shapes and colour.See how the Wonderworld Eco House fared in previous Junior Design Awards.
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Best Eco Toy 2013 *Winner* Wishbone Balance Bike
By Catherine O'Dolan on 13/06/2013 12:31:59
The Wishbone Balance Bike will see your child through from toddler to easy rider
The Wishbone Balance Bike in Limited Edition Alphabet Design makes a supercool first set of wheels for your childWishbone Balance Bike £180The opposite of “throwaway”, this versatile three-in-one, in limited edition Alphabet design, will happily see your child through from first ...
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Best Toy Design: 6+ years *Winner* Number 74 Dressing Up
By Catherine O'Dolan on 11/06/2013 12:20:35
These chic outfits from Italian design company Numero 74 will transport your child to magical fantasy worlds
A magical world of fantasy and play awaits your child when you provide these gorgeous outfits for dressing-up pretend play. Handmade in fine quality fabric, it is the attention to detail and inventiveness that sets these garmets by Numero 74 apart from the rest. As well as outfit...
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