This week’s roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners features children’s picture books, playroom decoratives, Montessori games, + more! Be sure to scroll through the entire list so you don’t miss any of our new award-winners! All the items you see below won a Mom’s Choice Award during October 13, 2024 to October 19, 2024.

Every week companies, inventors, and publishers from around the world send us their products for evaluation. Only the best earn our designation.

When Fred the Snake and Friends explore USA-Central
Written by Peter Cotton; Illustrated by Bonnie Lemaire

This is the second book in the trilogy in which Jungle Jim takes Fred, Bernadette, other animals and kids Perdy and Jack, to visit famous places in USA. Here they rodeo in Texas, view Mt Rushmore, admire Yellowstone and the Canyons, pan for gold in Colorado, enjoy Arizona and end at Las Vegas, where Fred and Bernadette are married!

Children’s Picture Books:
Adventure, Adventurers & Heroes

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Tiki Tim
Written by Madison Caputi; Illustrated by Divya George

Adventure Bay is home to the happiest beachgoers and bravest adventurers around. But when a young surfer named Kai finds himself the “new kid” in town, he doesn’t feel very happy or brave. He desperately wishes for a friend to explore his new home with.

His wish unexpectedly comes true, and the local tourist attraction – a beachside tiki named Tiki Tim – amazingly comes to life! The unlikely duo then find themselves diving into all that the Bay has to offer: parasailing, shark tooth hunting, waterfall hiking – even an epic wave ride! Together, Kai and Tiki Tim discover that the best parts of life’s adventures aren’t created by the things we do, but by the friends we adventure with.

Children’s Picture Books:
Adventure, Adventurers & Heroes

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The Lonely Cloud: The Amazing Adventures series
Written by Alan Matkovic; Illustrated by Justo Borrero; Edited by Amy Sklansky

The Lonely Cloud is a fun quick adventure for young children. Great for bedtime stories and classroom readings. It explores the value of friendship, inclusion with new playmates, and trying one’s best at something different for the first time. Clouds are an amazing phenomenon that most humans only view from the ground or an airplane. In The Lonely Cloud, Alexander, Sophia, and Mathias, have a chance to enjoy their love for clouds through the unexpected arrival of a unique, fluffy friend. The children invite their new friend to play with them, build sandcastles and race around the playground together. Young readers will giggle about the story’s ending each time they read it. The book is recommended for children ages 2 to 7 years.

Children’s Picture Books:
Bedtime Stories

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The Adventures of Molly & Ollie: Golfing Around
Written by Sally Beale; Illustrated by Cheryl Crouthamel

All of Molly Day’s neighborhood friends are busy, and there is no one for her to play with. What can she do? Not to worry; Molly’s owl friend, Ollie, helps her have a fun-filled afternoon with imagination and a little magic! Molly’s toy-animal friends join in the fun and games, and they even meet a new friend! Everyone is welcome!

Children’s Picture Books:
Growing Up / Personal Growth

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Tag Mates™ Stick On Clothing Labels

Tag Mates™ are laundry-safe, peel-and-stick clothing labels that require no ironing or sewing. These discreet laundry labels are an easy way to keep your family’s clothing organized and from being misplaced at daycare, camp and school. Simply apply the durable custom clothing labels to care tags on everything from clothes to soft toys, blankets and towels.

Gear & Accessories:
Miscellaneous

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Starter Label Pack

The Starter Label Pack is an ideal introduction to a variety of kids’ labels in one cost-effective value pack. With various sizes, you’ll have labels for organizing clothing, lunch containers, bottles, supplies, and more. These durable, waterproof, laundry-safe labels are ideal for daycare, school, camp, extracurriculars, or anywhere else kids go! Use it alone or to complement our other label combo packs.

Gear & Accessories:
Miscellaneous

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Mind-Glowing Moon Lamp

Light Up Your Child’s Imagination with the Mind-Glowing Moon Lamp

Transform your child’s room into a serene, celestial haven with the Mind-Glowing Moon Lamp. This captivating night light replicates the moon’s surface with stunning realism, offering a calming glow for bedtime and sparking curiosity. Whether your little one dreams of the stars or simply enjoys a cozy ambiance, the Moon Lamp is the perfect addition to their bedroom.

Why Your Child Will Love It:

Magical Night Light: The Moon Lamp creates a tranquil lunar landscape, ideal for kids fascinated by space. Its realistic 3D-printed texture provides a soothing glow, helping kids feel safe and relaxed as they drift off to sleep.

Promotes Restful Sleep: The gentle, adjustable light is perfect for a calming bedtime environment, easing nighttime fears and encouraging restful sleep as part of your child’s nightly routine.

Educational and Fun: The Moon Lamp is more than a night light; it’s a tool for learning and creativity. Its realistic design sparks curiosity about space. With 16 color options and four lighting modes, your child can explore the moon in a fun, interactive way.

Gear & Accessories:
Bedding & Room Decor

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Mind-Glowing Galaxy Lamp

Brighten her world with the Mind-Glowing Galaxy Lamp, a trendy night light designed especially for girls. This enchanting lamp not only adds a touch of cosmic magic to her room but also helps her fall asleep faster. Whether she’s a child who dreams of the stars or a teen looking for stylish decor, the Galaxy Lamp is the perfect gift that she’ll adore.

Why She’ll Love It:
Trendy Night Light for Girls’ Rooms: The Galaxy Lamp transforms any space into a cosmic wonderland, making it an essential accessory for girls who love unique and stylish decor. Its 3D-printed galaxy design brings a dreamy, starlit ambiance, turning her room into a cozy retreat.

Helps Kids Fall Asleep: The soothing colors and gentle glow create a calming atmosphere, helping kids relax and drift off to sleep. With adjustable brightness levels, she can set the perfect light for a peaceful night’s rest.

Gear & Accessories:
Bedding & Room Decor

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Mind-Glowing Astronaut Projector

Transform bedtime into a captivating adventure with the Mind-Glowing Astronaut Projector, the top-rated choice on Amazon. Designed to make bedtime more enchanting, this projector not only helps kids fall asleep faster but also sparks their curiosity about the wonders of space. It’s the perfect gift for boys who dream of the stars and beyond.

Why You’ll Love It:
Makes Bedtime Captivating: The Astronaut Projector turns any room into a mesmerizing galaxy filled with stars, nebula clouds, and celestial wonders. Bedtime becomes a magical journey through space, making it easier for kids to settle down and drift off to sleep.

Helps Kids Fall Asleep: The serene, quiet operation and soothing light patterns create a calming atmosphere that gently lulls children into a restful slumber. The adjustable brightness and customizable colors ensure the perfect ambiance for relaxation.

Gear & Accessories:
Media, Electronics & Accessories

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Looney Oracle

The Looney Oracle can answer all of life’s questions with spooky accuracy! You can ask it a YES/NO question, or you can get some cryptic advice, but first you will have to answer the Oracle’s questions. Both fun and surprisingly deep, the Oracle is a great take-along to parties and sleepovers. Or keep it on your desk at work to help you make those hard decisions!

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Young Adults

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Corky the Quirky Cow: The Cuckoo Concert
Written by Lavelle Carlson; Illustrated by Natalya Logvanova

Dive into the delightful world of “Corky the Quirky Cow and the Cuckoo Concert,” a charming tale that will capture the hearts of children and adults alike. This whimsical storybook in the genre of Shel Silverstein introduces young readers to Corky, a not-so-ordinary cow with a very special talent. She can mimic the sounds of any farm animal! Her extraordinary gift brings joy and laughter to the farm, as she teaches her fellow animals to sing in each other’s voices. Together, they create a symphony of animal sounds so enchanting that Farmer Ken begins hosting concerts for his friends. Just when it seems their performances couldn’t get any better, the audience starts to yawn. The novelty of the animal concerts wears off, leaving Corky wondering how to keep the magic alive.

Children’s Picture Books:
Animal Kingdom

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Boppy Learn & Grow Garden

– A garden of learning fun: This soft sensory toy set includes plush garden vegetables, seed packet crinkle toys, a tissue box toy feature, textured garden puzzle base, and a play mirror
– 10-plus Montessori activities: Texture explorations, hand-eye-coordination practice, mirror play, and sort-and-group problem solving games help children reach developmental milestones
– A lasting gift: Little ones discover age-appropriate learning opportunities as they develop new skills, making this a great choice when shopping for infant toys, toddler toys, or baby toys 6-12 months
– Parent and child time: Moms, dads, and caregivers can enjoy quality interactive learning time with baby modeling planting, picking, and pretend play, and sharing important early development skills
– Designed by moms in collaboration with a pediatric physical therapist: Boppy educational toys, baby carriers, play mats, nursing pillows and other products are created to help you nurture your little one with confidence

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Babies

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