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Our Annual TOYTEST - These Playthings Prevail in Deptford Mall Workout
by Carol Anne Pagliotti
Of the 442 toys from more than 80 manufacturers that MetroKids received for our Toy Test this year,
90 were chosen for a live test at the Deptford Mall. There, 50 Chief Toy Testers and their parents
put the playthings through their paces. We asked the parents to rate toys on appeal, educational value,
functionality and durability. The children were asked, "Would you like to receive this toy?"
Of the toys tested, 37 received high marks. Educational toys by Leap Frog, Vtech and Learning Resources
were big hits with the parents while Sing-Along Care Bears from Play Along and the Snowboard Game from
Mattel were hits with the younger set.
Following are toys our testers and parents liked. From our MetroKids family to yours, we wish you a happy,
healthy and safe holiday season and New Year.
6 & Up:
ArtHouse!
$169, Storyboard Toys!
This play set is both an art toy and a play place. Children can design and install the decorations and
the house is large enough to be home to popular action figures, dolls and dollhouse furniture. The
panels hinge open to accept new designs for continuous play. It comes with two décor kits: Fire House and
Country Cottage. Additional sets such as Traditional Japanese Home, Viking Longhouse and North American
Horse Barn, are available.
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