This week’s roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners features children’s picture books, pet-related products, sleep supplements + 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 May 28, 2023 to June 03, 2023.

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

Whose Hoof Is That?
Written by Joe Garrick; Illustrated by Andrea Siles-Loayza

Whose Hoof Is That? is the greatest children’s book you may not own yet! This book is meant to entertain the person reading just as much, if not more, than the one who is learning to read or being read to! Whose Hoof Is That? is about ABCs, animals, and what kind of feet they have. This book is funny, witty, and rhymes from start to finish.

Oh yea, it also comes with a free audio & video version of the author reading it to hip-hop while the artwork comes across the screen. This video can be found on the author’s website at the back of the book.

Whose Hoof Is That? is perfect for those learning to read, family bonding, and story time. The cadence and rhyming make this a fun read, and the book will inspire curiosity, giggling, and requests to “read it again!”

Children’s Picture Books:
Animal Kingdom

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The Lucky Hermit Crab and Her Swirly New Shell
Written and illustrated by Janice S. C. Petrie

The lucky hermit crab found a perfect, swirly new shell to replace her old home she had outgrown. But when she gets too big for this shell, will she be able to let go of her favorite shell to find a newer, bigger one that will keep her safe and comfortable? Come along on this fun, rhyming hermit crab adventure!

“The Lucky Hermit Crab and Her Swirly New Shell” is the fourth book in the award winning Seatales Sea Animal Series. Each book in this series is a rhyming adventure, with brightly colored illustrations that bring to life authentic tales of what really happens at the edge of the sea. “The Lucky Hermit Crab and Her Swirly New Shell” is perfect for ages three through ten, but most adults are surprised at how much they learn from reading these stories, too!

Children’s Picture Books:
Animal Kingdom

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The Eggmazing Egg Decorator

The EggMazing Egg Decorator uses a unique patented spinning action to create colorful designs on your Easter eggs. No dyes, no smells. It’s all the fun without the mess! 8 colorful markers included to create endless designs. It’s a great DIY craft for the entire family to use all year long.

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Ages 5 to 8

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Tex the Explorer and The Jared Box Project
Written by Ellie Smith; Illustrated by Eyen Johnson

Tex is a young T-Rex. He loves to explore. For his birthday, his parents gave him a scooter.
Tex is off to explore his neighborhood – or so he thought!
This book tells the story of a young dinosaur who goes to the hospital and is given a Jared Box.
(The last few pages of the book give information about The Jared Box Project.)
This book has been donated to The Jared Box Project by Ellie, Eyen, and Tex.

Children’s Picture Books:
Inspirational / Motivational

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Stella: My Family and Me
Written by Jay Scoby; Illustrated by Leanne Franson

Jay Scoby wrote this story for her grandchildren. Her love of dogs inspired her to show what happens when a newly adopted puppy enters a family’s home, falling in love with them and they with her.

Children’s Picture Books:
Domestic Animals & Pets

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Ryan Daniels: Good Night, Firefly
Written by Ada M. Aguilar, PhD; Illustrated by Rani Sarkar

What would you do if you hated to go to sleep? Instead, would you double-check windows? Doors? Homework?”

Meet Ryan Daniels… Good Night, Firefly, an 814– word delightful picture book about a little boy named Ryan Daniels who hates going to sleep. “It is such a waste of time! BORING!” He could be playing video games, watching TV, or playing with his puppy, anything except sleeping!”

But one night a magical firefly appears to Ryan Daniels and takes him to a wonderful place where children go when they sleep. “You see Ryan D., when you sleep your body gets super-duper energy (to run faster), you feel better (so you can play with friends longer), and you will get less sick (think clearly and do better in school),” explained Ozkar, the firefly.

Children’s Picture Books:
Animal Kingdom

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Masterpiece
Written by Alexandra Hoffman; Illustrated by Beatriz Mello; Edited by Taylor Hale

Masterpiece is an inclusive story featuring Samuel, a boy on the autism spectrum who sees the world differently than all of his peers. This beautiful way of looking at the world is what makes him a true masterpiece! Throughout the story, the other students in his class learn lessons of empathy, understanding and acceptance.

‘Masterpiece’ is filled with gorgeous illustrations, includes illustrations that include noise-cancelling headphones (sensory accommodations not typically illustrated in picture books ). This book encourages children to embrace those unique parts of themselves that make them incredible. This book is a fantastic read-aloud to teach children to celebrate diversity and inclusion.

Children’s Picture Books:
Values & Life Lessons

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It’s Okay
Written by Jay VIdrine; Illustrated by Anastasiya Halionka; Edited by Lindsay Bednar

Every child is wonderfully and beautifully unique. Unfortunately, children do not always see their unique characteristics as positive attributes. In fact, kids commonly feel shame surrounding anything that makes them different from others.

(It’s Okay) takes a look at common situations in which kids feel different from their peers. It offers solutions as to how kids can show support and help those who are feeling down.

Children’s Picture Books:
Developing Social Skills

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IPROVEN No-Touch Forehead Thermometer for Adults, Kids, Babies

SUPERIOR TOUCHLESS TECHNOLOGY – Our upgraded 2023 chip excludes external temperature influences and provides clinically accurate results. The smart indicator warns not just for fever but also hypothermia. Get important signals with a gentle vibration.

ENHANCED DUAL-MODE – The non-touch forehead mode takes 3 seconds for the chip to gather data, excluding external factors, for a reliable reading. An ear measurement takes one second as the eardrum reacts immediately to body temperature changes.

FAST, QUIET AND EASY TO USE – Our ergonomically-designed DMT-77 makes taking a measurement easy with the press of just one button. Get your results within seconds with a gentle vibration that doesn’t disturb your sleeping child.

THE ULTIMATE FAMILY THERMOMETER – The DMT-77 is ideal for all ages, be it a child, adult or the elderly. It’s designed for everyday use at home, a clinic or school. Easily switch between ℉ and ℃ according to your preference.

Personal Use Products (Skin Care, Health Care, etc.):
Babies

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Inside Out: Your Body is Amazing Inside and Out and Belongs ONLY to You
Written by Dr. Mary Jo Podgurski; Illustrated by Alice Burroughs

I counseled an eight year old sexual abuse survivor in the nineties. This child’s tale was horrendous; his first words to me, at our first session, were “Please don’t make me say what my Daddy did to me.” His wisdom led me to avoid aspects of assessment when I serve young survivors; in other words, I don’t ask children what happened. In all the years since then, every child volunteers their story within the first four weeks of our sessions. I’ve learned from the children I’ve served.

As a Darkness to Light (D2L) Stewards of Children authorized facilitator and a professional who has supported young child abuse survivors (CSA) since the early eighties, I am deeply aware of the need for child abuse prevention. D2L states one in ten of America’s children will be abused before their 18th birthday.

Children’s Picture Books:
Health & Safety

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Gummymals

Gummymals are the coolest pet friends! With their stretch tech patented technology, they are the perfect toy to stretch and squish, plus their unique rubbery material makes you feel as if you were playing with an actual gummy bear! They are covered in the softest material for them to be perfectly appealing for kids. Fully interactive soft TPR character with more than 20 sounds and interactions, see how they jiggle and wiggle when you shake them! They come with a cute little Coke bottle to feed them and they have different reactions to food, kids will love to discover all their reactions while playing! Gummymals include different sensors and 4LED color interactions that change depending on their reactions!

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Ages 5 to 8

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Francisco the bunny
Written by Jenny Baran; Illustrated by Tony Baran

Francisco the bunny is a rhyming, children’s picture book, geared toward ages 2-8 years old, about a cottontail determined to leave his cardboard box on the sidewalk of a bustling street downtown! He hops across the street toward a beautiful burrow inside a tree, when someone STOPS him in his tracks! An adorable 4-year-old birthday girl who has been PRAYING for a bunny. Will he stay? Will he go? There’s only one way to know!

BASED ON A TRUE STORY, Francisco the bunny was written by early childhood educator/professional dance teacher, Jenny Baran and illustrated by Tony Baran award-winning artist.

Easy to read rhymes combined with colorful illustrations, invite children and parents to identify different themes: kindness, determination, friendship, critical thinking and more! Delighting emerging readers and bunny owners alike, grab some carrots, your favorite cuddle bunny and let Francisco the bunny hop into your heart!

Children’s Picture Books:
Domestic Animals & Pets

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Facing the Beast Within: The Anxiety of Cameron Poole
Written by Mark Cheverton; Edited by Jenny Bowman

Cameron Poole has a problem, a big problem: he’s a bully magnet who struggles with anxiety. Being the smallest sixth-grader at his summer camp, everything around him triggers his everyday struggles with anxiety, or with his Beast, making it impossible for him to do the same things other kids can do. In a constant state of worry, Cameron feels like a perpetual failure, the effects of mental illness on self-esteem. That’s bad enough, but when Cameron learns that mythical monsters are trying to invade his camp, things go from bad to worse.

Malphas, the Demon Lord from a parallel world called Agartha, wants to bring magical creatures from another world to form his monster army, attack Camp Pontchartrain, and begin his invasion. But before he can bring the biggest and most ferocious monsters to Earth, he must find the seven Skull Keys that will keep the gateway between worlds open forever.

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

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Everyday Luxe 2.0 Nursing & Hands-Free Pumping Bra

Comfortable enough to sleep in, supportive enough for everyday wear!

An all-in-one nursing and hands-free pumping bra made with buttery soft fabric that is supportive for everyday wear! It’s wire-free, with no zippers, clips or hooks to keep you comfortable all day long. Even wear it for sleeping so you can pump and nurse with ease during those night feedings. Machine washable and dryer friendly.

This bra is compatible to fit all standard pump flanges, including Medela, Spectra, Lansinoh, Freemie, Ameda, Hygeia, Philips Avent, Motif, Evenflo, and more. *PATENT PENDING* Great for wearable pumps too!

Gear & Accessories:
Clothing

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Breathing Exercise Cards for Kids

Help children to calm down and focus with these colorful and engaging breathing cards!

Practicing any one of these 30 breathing techniques can help children release stress and tension.

Help your children feel calm and focused with breathing exercises like Balloon Breath, Bee Breath, Flower Breath, and Bunny Breath.

30 Colorful and Beautifully Illustrated Cards: Use these breathing cards during brain breaks for the classroom, play therapy, physical therapy, circle time, counselling sessions, or transition times. Make them a part of your calm down corner, or simply explore breathing exercises at home with your kids. The deck offers thirty unique exercises to choose from.

Appeals to a Variety of Ages and Settings: Children are never too young or too old to learn how to breathe! These cards are great for mindfulness activities, play therapy toys, yoga gifts, social emotional learning, sensory paths, or calming games for elementary school children. You can also use them at home during transition times, before homework, or at bedtime. Breathing exercises are perfect for children of all abilities, including children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, depression, or other additional needs.

Educational Products:
Ages 5 to 8

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Boiron SleepCalm Kids Meltaway Pellets

Boiron SleepCalm Kids Meltaway Pellets: Twist your way to relief with SleepCalm® Kids Meltaway Pellets. This homeopathic sleep aid calms occasional restless sleep and sleeplessness, so your child can fall asleep and stay asleep without feeling groggy the next day.* Simply twist the tube until 5 pellets are dispensed and let them melt in your child’s mouth before bed or anytime during the night for calming relief.
Unlike melatonin and herbal supplements, SleepCalm Kids uses a blend of plant-based and other pure active ingredients that help restore a natural sleep pattern disturbed by upsets, excitement, nightmares or night terrors, and schedule changes. The meltaway pellets are easy for kids to take (no chewing or swallowing pills!) and offer parents convenience and portability. Each box contains two easy dispensing tubes of medicine recommended for children ages 3 and up.
SleepCalm Kids is made by Boiron, world leader in homeopathic medicines, using the highest quality ingredients and sustainable practices. This formula is free of artificial sweeteners, flavors, colors, and preservatives.
*Claims based on traditional homeopathic practice, not accepted medical evidence. Not FDA evaluated.

Personal Use Products (Skin Care, Health Care, etc.):
Children

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blinger® kids Starter Kit

blinger® is the Styling Tool that allows you to instantly add Sparkle to your hair and accessories. Load, Click, BLING – Hair, Fashion, ANYTHING.

blinger® kids Starter Kit is a fashionista’s dream – finally, a styling tool + colorful gems that allow you to add all the BLING you want to your everyday life and create your own striking looks. These gems come in a fun mix of shapes, colors and sizes that will take your glam status to the next level!

Whether you’re blinging your hair, fashions or accessories, these gems stay on all day until you easily brush them out or peel them off!
* It’s totally safe and easy to use.
* The adhesive works with all hair types and sticks to most materials.
* You can add sparkle to everything, everywhere!

Personal Use Products (Skin Care, Health Care, etc.):
Tweens & Teens

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Baby Dragon’s Big Sneeze: A Picture Book About Empathy and Trust for Children Age 3-7
Written by Sheryl Bass; Illustrated by Remesh Ram

A sweet story for dragon and fairytale lovers with themes of friendship, empathy and forgiveness.

A sick baby dragon feels terrible when his fiery sneeze causes problems for a neighboring village. Can they forgive and find it in their hearts to help the little dragon?

Follow one brave little girl who enters his cave and confronts the dragon. After learning about his plight, she advocates for him with the townspeople.

It will take problem-solving at its best to prevent further destruction and heal the ailing dragon.

Baby Dragon’s Big Sneeze is a perfect springboard for discussions around:

Found Family
Building Trust
Love and Kindness
Helping Others / Sharing
Reserving Judgement
Accountability / Making Amends
Grab your copy now – a perfect addition to every home and school library.

Children’s Picture Books:
Historical Fiction

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