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Wednesday, August 1st, 2012Goodnight Moon Zoobie- Exclusive Easter Discount!
Wednesday, March 21st, 2012
There are so many reasons we love Zoobies, but if we had to name just a few we would have to tell you they are adorable, incredibly soft, and perfect cuddle toy.
If you are unfamiliar with Zoobies, they are high quality 3-in-1 plush toys that transform from toy to pillow to blanket. The Zoobies come in a variety of animals and classic story time favorites like The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Good Night Moon.
The Good Night Moon Zoobie makes the perfect Easter gift. From his cute rabbit ears, to his soft, striped pajamas, Goodnight Moon is simply too adorable to resist.
The Goodnight Moon Zoobie retails for $39.99, but from now until April 8th, Toy Insider readers will receive 30% off by entering code: EASTER at check out.
St. Patricks Day Cheer With Plush!
Monday, March 12th, 2012
St. Patricks day is just around the corner and we could not help ourselves but to dig around for some of the most fun and festive St. Patrick’s day toys!
Angry Birds seasons is still as popular as ever- and these Angry Bird plush definitely have the St.Patrick’s Day flair.

Little girls cannot get enough of Hello Kitty, and this Limited Edition Hello Kitty cannot get enough of Shamrocks.

Build-A-Bear has some adorable fun and festive animals you can build and customize to your liking- like Lucky Plaid Teddy.

Last but certainly not least, Webkinz Clover Cat. Webkinz pets are lovable plush pets that each come with a unique Secret Code that lets you enter Webkinz World and play with a virtual version of your pet and this little guy is ready to celebrate the luck of the irish!

Fun & Unique Last Minute Gifts & Stocking Stuffers
Thursday, December 22nd, 2011
Still shopping? The Toy Insider Mom stopped by The Today show to visit once more with Hoda and Kathie Lee with some truly fun and unique last minute gift ideas! Check out these toys for kids from 0-99!
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Monday, December 19th, 2011AOL You’ve Got Laurie Schacht!
Sunday, December 18th, 2011Last week our Toy Insider Mom, Laurie Schacht had a great time over at AOL doing the below piece for their You’ve Got series. In the video she talks great holiday toys and the upbeat music in the background makes us dread that last minute shopping just a little less.
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Stocking Stuffers & Last Minute Gifts
Friday, December 16th, 2011
The holiday shopping season is coming down to the wire, ….. but did you remember the kids stocking stuffers?
Toy Insider Mom, Laurie Schacht visits Fox Chicago to give them her recommendations for stocking stuffers as well as some great last minute gifts.
Great Gifts and Stocking Stuffers for Kids: Toy Insider Mom: MyFoxCHICAGO.com
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Sunday, November 20th, 2011Toy Insider Mom On NBC Washington: Hot Holiday Toys 2011
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Holiday Kids Gift Idea: Get Creative With Build-A-Bear
Thursday, November 3rd, 2011
Build-A-Bear Workshop wants there to be no limits on your imagination this holiday season. This create-your-own favorite is now letting you design your favorite characters from animated films such as: Happy Feet, Alvin and the Chipmunks and more!
In addition to the new line of famous stuffed pals, Build-A-Bear is taking its work to X-Box to. Select stuffed animals sold in all Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and buildabear.com can be imported into the new Kinect for X-Box 360 game Kinectimals. Each of the 4 bears currently available has a hand tag connected to it that is scanable to the X-box 360 Kinect system putting them right into the action. Kids will have a ball designing accesorizing and playing with their bear in this new interactive format.





















