This week’s roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners features children’s picture books, STEAM products, kids toys, and 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 February 23, 2025, to March 01, 2025.

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

Poppy and Daisy’s Big Adventure: Inspired By The True Story of Two Chincoteague Ponies
Written by Martha C McNiel; Illustrated by Aleksandra Szymanska

“Where are we?” Poppy asked. “I have no idea!” Daisy replied.
Poppy and Daisy are two young ponies born into the wild Chincoteague Pony herd on Assateague Island, Virginia. One day, they are bought in an auction and sent to Pony Kindergarten with other wild pony foals, which is only the start of their Big Adventure.

After a few months learning many new things in the world of humans, Poppy and Daisy will have to take the next big step on their journey. Where will they go? Will they like their new home? What will happen to the two wild pony foals?

You are invited to come along with these entertaining and inspiring young ponies as they travel far away from home and learn about helping others. This book is based on the true story of Poppy and Daisy the Chincoteague Ponies, who work at DreamPower Horsemanship in Gilroy, California.

Children’s Picture Books:
Animal Kingdom

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Makedo Discover Kit

Makedo® – Tools. For Kids. For Cardboard.

Makedo is the original cardboard construction system for kids! Our multi-award-winning tools are safe, reusable, and of premium quality, and have been fostering creativity, imagination, and open-ended cardboard making and play worldwide for over 15 years!

For all ages and stages, Makedo’s inclusive tools are an inexpensive and engaging screen-free way to promote STEAM, creativity, collaboration, communication, and critical thinking skills. And with a broad and growing library of free activities and guides in our online resource Hub, kids will never be (card)bored again, ensuring Makedo is a must-have for every home and learning space!

With our rapidly growing global community of over 4 million like-minded makers, now is the time to jump on board the Makedo train.

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Ages 5 to 8

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Kiditos Magic Water Elf Toy Kit

-Why Choose Kiditos Magic Water Elf?

1.Transformative Play: Watch your child’s eyes light up as they turn liquid gels into magical water creatures. It’s not just play—it’s a magical journey of creation!

2.Vibrant Designs: Featuring 20 dazzling Magic Gels (10 pure and 10 sparkling) and 10 ocean-themed molds, kids can craft their own underwater world full of colorful and sparkling water elves.

3.Every component, from the sturdy storage box to the detailed molds, is built to last and features the Kiditos brand logo for authenticity. The versatile storage box doubles as a play accessory and a convenient organizer, keeping everything neat during and after playtime.

4.Screen-Free Fun, Family Togetherness:
The Kiditos Magic Water Elf kit brings families closer, offering a wonderful opportunity for parents and kids to bond. Whether it’s crafting magical elves together or marveling at the final creations, both adults and children will find themselves immersed in the joy of making water elves.

5.Learn Through Science:
This kit introduces kids to the reaction between ‘calcium lactate solution’ and ‘sodium alginate gel’, demonstrating how the liquid transforms into a solid through a unique gelation process. It’s a fun way to spark curiosity about the science behind their creations and help them learn while they play.

6.Educational Fun: This engaging activity helps develop fine motor skills, shape recognition, and color creativity—all while introducing basic scientific principles through hands-on fun.

7.Safe and Eco-Friendly: Made with non-toxic food-grade materials, parents can relax knowing their child is playing with safe, environmentally friendly products.

8.The Perfect Gift for Any Occasion: Ideal for birthdays, holidays, or surprises, this kit sparks creativity and comes in a beautifully designed gift box, ready to impress!

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Ages 5 to 8

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JoyCat Math Flash Cards and Pop Fidget Chart

Engaging Learning Experience: JoyCat Math Flash Cards combine the fun of pop fidget charts with essential math skills for kids aged 4-8.
Comprehensive Skill Coverage: From addition and subtraction to division and multiplication, our flash cards cover a wide range of mathematical operations, catering to kindergarten through 6th-grade levels.
Interactive Math Manipulatives: These flash cards aren’t just about rote memorization; they’re designed as manipulatives, fostering tactile learning and enhancing retention.
Versatile Educational Tool: Suitable for both classroom and home use, these flash cards make math practice enjoyable and accessible, supporting young learners at various skill levels.
Encourages Confidence and Mastery: By offering a playful yet effective way to practice math, JoyCat Flash Cards help children build confidence in their abilities and master fundamental mathematical concepts.

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Preschoolers

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JoyCat Farm Dinosaur Busy Book

15-in-1 Farm Busy Book: This engaging sensory board offers 15 interactive activities to help toddlers 1-3 learn essential life skills, such as dressing, snapping, buttoning, and tying shoes. Designed to foster fine motor skills, problem-solving, logical thinking, and hand-eye coordination, this Montessori-inspired busy book keeps young minds focused while promoting independent exploration. The colorful farm-themed storybook adds depth to the learning experience, captivating children’s attention and encouraging prolonged engagement
Develop Practical Life Skills: The busy board features real-life tasks like lacing, Velcro, buttons, and zippers, helping toddlers develop critical life skills. These hands-on activities promote fine motor development, hand muscle control, and the adoption of good habits from an early age. As children complete these tasks, they gain a sense of accomplishment, fostering confidence and independence

Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Toddlers

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