Games & toys

University Games has a range of board games to entertain the whole family. Anne Coates had Don't Rock the Boat for review.

LeapFrog has designed LeapBand for younger children to experience a range of activities to keep them fit and active. Jon Bell reviews.

Supermarkets have some of the best deals on toys at the moment and many have their own range. From ASDA comes the George Home Wooden Farm Set which makes a perfect present for pre-schoolers.

Baby Annabell® Changing Bag is one of a range of accessories to buy for Baby Annabell® to encourage imaginative play. Harriet Coates loved it.

The latest Baby Annabell® from Zapf Creation was an instant hit with Harriet, writes Anne Coates. The new baby doll sucks, cries real tears, burbs and coos just like a real baby – but this one can be switched off.

Spider-Man is the super-hero oc choice in the Coates household. So a box containing three puzzles was a real treat. The Amazing Spider-Man 2 premium puzzle was an instant hit with Harriet, writes Anne Coates.

LEGO® has just launched  LEGO® Juniors, designed to bridge the gap between DUPLO® and LEGO.  Tailor-made for young builders between the ages of four and seven years, LEGO®Juniors provides the perfect introduction to the world of LEGO building. Harriet Coates loved building and playing with Police – The Big Escape.

The Muppets Alex Bell and her family are delighted to review Ravensburger'  The Muppets 100 piece puzzle, introducing the characters to a new generation.

Little Tikes, renowned toy manufacturer, clearly recognises that playing is an important part of learning for children and they need toys that stimulate their minds and imagination. Yvette Henlon reviews the Little Tikes My First School.

Teething can be a terrible time for babies  – and their carers. Yvette Henlon's daughter Beatric has been entertained and comforted by Little Tikes Teether Keys from ASDA.

Poplico Scooter Bags are perfect for young children with scooters. Harreit Coates loves the one she tried out.

Yvette Henlon's three year old daughter, Victoria, loves music and singing so it was no surprise that she fell in love with the Buzzing Brain Rock Star Keyboard and Stool from Kiddicare.

From the Gibsons stable, a game just as exciting as Pass the Bomb, a new game with a seasonal twist, Pass the Pud.

Perudo is the classic game of liar dice from Paul Lamond Games for two to six players aged eight  to adult. Anne Coates who likes nothing better than an addictive game, put it to the test.

A fairy castle and a colouring activity rolled into one. Yvette Henlon reviews the Chad Valley Colour in Fairy Castle.

Dobble is a "visual perception" game designed for two to eight players aged six and over. But, as Anne Coates found, even much younger children can get the hang of it and enjoy playing.

Shop ahead for Christmas. From Wednesday 23 October until Until Tuesday 29 October, Sainsbury's is holding a massive toy sale. Every toy is included in the sale and there's 25 to 50 per cent off.

Balance bikes are not just a precurser to riding a two-wheeler with pedals but help children with various skills as well as increasing their confidence. Harriet is now the proud owner of Galt's Bike Runner by Winther, an excellent choice, writes Anne Coates.