This week’s Roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners is quite extensive because we’ve been busy testing out these family friendly products! It features tons of children’s books, toys and products for parents. 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 May 27, 2018 to June 2, 2018.

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

The Loonee Balloonees starring in Porcupine Peril
Written by U. Burch; Illustrated by Lisa Bohart

The Loonee Balloonees are a group of colorful balloon characters who have a passion for picnics! They live in harmony with the beasts of the jungle, often relying on their assistance in sticky situations Today, the Loonees are enjoying a special feast of chocolate when some unexpected beasts arrive. Porcupines? Oh no! It’s laugh out loud fun when the monkeys uncover their plan to help the Loonees escape a “prickly” situation!

Children’s Picture Books:
Distinctive Illustration

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The Adventures of Keeno & Ernest: A New Friend
Written by Maggie van Galen; Illustrated by Joanna Lundeen Gallant

Can monkey’s fly? Keeno is determined to try when he meets A New Friend!

Keeno is a mischievous little monkey, and his best friend Ernest is a clever and responsible young elephant. One day, Keeno meets a fancy new friend who has him making all kinds of changes. Will this new acquaintance win him over? Will his tried and true friendship with Ernest be tested? Follow the adventures as Keeno finds himself lost, scared and soaking wet! In the end, Keeno learns two very valuable lessons about friendship and being himself.

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Fiction – General

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The Adventures of Camellia N.: The Rainforest
Written by Debra L. Wideroe; Illustrated by Daniela Frongia; Edited by Nina Sandvik

In this EXCITING expedition, Camellia N. awakens deep in the jungle, guided by her newest furry friends…a peculiar GIANT otter named Otto, along with quirky cotton-top tamarin, QTipp, and Jacki, a vegan jaguar. Camellia N. discovers that the rainforest is home to half of the species of plants and wildlife on our planet… and learns the critical role that rainforests play in our planet’s climate.

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Fiction – General

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The Adventures of Bubba Jones: Time Traveling Through Acadia National Park
Written by Jeff Alt; Illustrated by Hannah Tuohy

Tommy “Bubba Jones” and his sister, Jenny “Hug-a-Bug,” inherited legendary time-travel skills and earned a reputation for solving national park mysteries using their magical skills. Now, they are in Acadia National Park in a race against time to solve another mystery.

Their adventure starts on top of Cadillac Mountain, the highest mountain on the east coast, where they witness the sun as it strikes first light on the U.S. Bubba Jones and Hug-a-Bug time travel back hundreds and thousands of years and witness history and learn amazing facts. They explore the area on land and sea and experience all sorts of wild creatures. Bubba Jones & Hug-a-Bug learn interesting park facts and secrets. Will they solve the Acadia National Park mystery? Discover Acadia National Park in a whole new way!

Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Fantasy, Myths & Legends

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Tad’s Fridge Phonics™

Make learning the alphabet exciting with Tad’s Fridge Phonics™! This interactive toy introduces your child to the letters of the alphabet and the sounds they make, helps build vocabulary and exercises fine motor skills. Place one of the 26 musical letter tiles into the letter slot and press down for three modes of play that reinforce letter names, phonics and word skills. Three frames can be customized with your own photos and images, for a unique, personalized play experience. With its magnetic base, it’s great for fridge play in the kitchen.

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Preschoolers

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Play & Move Puppy Tunes™

Press the Play & Move Puppy Tunes™ music button and start grooving! This adorable dancing puppy rocks, sings and plays the guitar. Explore the drum, piano and saxophone buttons while listening to 30 melodies in classical, jazz and pop music styles. Then, press the music button to hear three songs. Two colorful lights flash with the music, attracting your baby’s attention. Grab this music player and never miss a chance to dance!

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Toddlers

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Paddle Perch Climb: Bird Feet are Neat
Written and illustrated by Laurie Ellen Angus

Bird feet come in many amazing shapes and sizes. You can learn a lot about a bird just by looking at its feet. The size, shape, and type of feet and legs give you important clues about where a bird lives, how it moves, and what it eats. Discover seven birds, each with a different type of foot, such as a roadrunner with strong legs and feet running across the desert to snag a lizard for lunch, a cardinal with flexible toes perching on a branch to pick berries, and a heron with long legs and toes wading through a river to search for fish. Bright, bold illustrations and simple text invite children to guess what birds will be revealed on successive pages. But look out! Predators are watching the birds, and they’re hungry, too! “Fun Foot Facts,” food chains, bird watching tips, and more are presented in Explore More for Kids, Teachers, and Parents in the back of the book.

Children’s Picture Books:
Animal Kingdom

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Native American ABC
Written by Lisa Lechowicz, Colten Lechowicz; Illustrated by Wade Patton

Learn the ABC’s while learning about different Native American culture, from people to objects and beliefs from many different tribes.

This book is dedicated to the Native American culture and the native children who are its future. One dollar from the proceeds of each book sold will be donated to the Rosebud Elementary School in Rosebud, South Dakota. Rosebud Elementary serves 300 students, 98% of which are Native American. 100% of the students come from low-income families. We applaud the work of the staff at this school and are pleased that our donations will help them obtain the resources they need to ensure strong educational opportunities for their students.

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Make the Best of It: Haz lo Mejor Posible
Written by Georgette Baker; Illustrated by Eric Shaffer

An inspirational, bilingual children’s book to teach the value of a positive attitude. Choices made determine how each challenge is ultimately experienced.

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Inspirational / Motivational

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Mabel’s Labels

Mabel’s Labels is North America’s leading provider of waterproof, personalized labels for all your kids’ things. Our labels are dishwasher and laundry safe and can withstand the toughest conditions. They’re perfect for putting your child’s name on all of their things that leave the house. From shoes and clothing to bottles, lunch containers and school supplies. Avoid replacing lost items as well as the spread of germs that comes with mix-ups of look-alike items by putting their name their things! Our labels are peel & stick so they’re super easy to use. Our labels are proudly made in Canada and the USA. They’re also backed by a 100% satisfaction guarantee and standard shipping is always FREE!

Gear & Accessories:
Miscellaneous

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Infant Baby Spring Float™

The Infant Baby Spring Float is a fabric-covered baby float that features a soft seat with an adjustable 3-point harness to keep baby secure. Additional features include dual inflation chambers, child safety valves, a wide base with an inner spring around the outside edge of the float for stability, a removable/adjustable sun canopy with UPF 50+ sun protection and built-in handles so the float can be held securely in the water at all times. When not in use, the float folds flat into three compact circles and a carry case is included for easy portability.

Gear & Accessories:
Miscellaneous

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Haibu: Lost In New York
Written by Blake Freeman; Illustrated by Zoltan Boros and Gabor Szikszai; Edited by Freeman Price

Haibu discovers that she can speak with animals! After getting lost in New York City, Haibu and her new friends learn about the cruelty at a nearby circus. In the adventure of a lifetime, the kids put their heads together to come up with a plan to free the abused circus animals. Their efforts garner mass-media coverage that helps her reunite with her family.
Haibu is fill of action, adventure, and heart. Most importantly, Haibu’s adventures bring to light the plight of wild animals across the globe.

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Fiction – General

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Go! Go! Smart Wheels (Police Car, Truck, Helicopter)

Perfectly sized for little hands, Go! Go! Smart Wheels® Police Car, Truck and Helicopter entertain your child with a light-up button that activates phrases and sounds. The vehicles respond to SmartPoint® locations on Go! Go! Smart Wheels® playsets (sold separately) with fun responses, sound effects, lights and music.

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Toddlers

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Elee and the Shining Star
Written by Sylvia M. Medina; Illustrated by Morgan Spicer; Edited by Krista Hill

“Elee and the Shining Star” – “Momma, what happens if all the water goes away?” a worried Elee asks her mother. “You must follow the Big Shining Star,” her mother replies. Baby Elee soon finds she must follow her mother’s instructions-on her own-until she meets her friend Kubu and some other brave little animals. Follow them on their journey to the great waterhole. Can Elee be brave as she leads her friends across the savannah, where menacing hyenas await? Will the animal babies ever find their mothers, and the life-giving water they so need?

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Fantasy, Myths & Legends

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Cat Between Two Worlds
Written by Lesley Renton

On two legs or four, the colorful inhabitants of Tolk project a rustic charm full of whimsical folk- and fairy-tale elements, with just enough unique lore to be freshly compelling. A young boy discovers a hidden portal to a magical realm, befriends a bevy of talking animals, and plans a daring rescue, all while staying mindful of making it home in time for dinner in Lesley Renton’s Cat between Two Worlds, an innovative fantasy adventure that celebrates the extraordinary bonds of friendship and family.

Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Fantasy, Myths & Legends

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Baking Class: 50 Fun Recipes Kids Will Love to Bake!
Written by Deanna F. Cook

Following the best-selling Cooking Class comes this delightful baking companion for kids ages 8–12, featuring 50 easy-to-follow recipes. Lively step-by-step photos teach bakers-in-training how to knead dough, make biscuits, decorate cookies, and produce a perfect pie, along with essential skills like following directions and accurately measuring ingredients. They’ll learn to make both sweet and savory treats and will use fresh fruits and vegetables in recipes such as Bursting with Blueberry Muffins, Zombie Zucchini Bread, and Peachy Keen Crumble. Bonus goodie bag stickers, pop-out gift tags, and bake sale signs encourage kids to share their homemade delights with pride.

Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Cooking & Food

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ABC See, Hear, Do: Learn to Read 55 Words
Written and illustrated by Stefanie Hohl

ABC See, Hear, Do: Learn to Read 55 Words is a first step in teaching children to read. This exciting new method of teaching reading combines visual, auditory, and kinesthetic learning styles to help increase phonemic awareness. The combination of fun animal pictures with hand motions helps young children easily remember each letter sound. After learning only four letter sounds, your child will start blending sounds together to form words.

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A Tooth Fairy Named Mort
Written by Sharon Thayer; Illustrated by Reuben McHugh Andrew Smith; Edited by Sharon Roe

Establishing the lore and legend for generations to come, “A Tooth Fairy Named Mort” flies you to Fairyland for a peek inside the castle, where you will discover the answers to the age-old mysteries of the Tooth Fairy. “If you could fly across the water, just as the sun begins to set and slip between the top of the waves and the breeze coming out of the west, you will come to a lovely beach of sand, right on the edge of Fairyland.” As you catch a glimpse into this magical kingdom, you will find Mortina, the Tooth Fairy, with all her fairyland friends, busy at their jobs. Mort’s the tiniest fairy, and her job is the hardest and biggest of all-fueling the magic of Fairyland. Follow Mort’s journey and discover why she needs your teeth, how she gets human money, why she doesn’t show up some nights, and how YOU hold the power to continue fairy magic forever!

Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Fantasy, Myths & Legends

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