For Immediate Release: 01/04/23
Mom’s Choice Awards® Names Best Products & Services of December 2022
Summary: Mom’s Choice Awards® is pleased to announce the latest products and services to earn our distinction. The products and services you see here have been rigorously evaluated by consumers and experts around the world and are held to the highest standards of excellence.
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Mom’s Choice Awards® (MCA) evaluates products and services created for children, families, and educators. The program is globally recognized for establishing the benchmark of excellence in family-friendly media, products and services. The evaluation process uses a proprietary methodology in which entries are scored on a number of elements including production quality, design, educational value, entertainment value, originality, appeal and cost.
“Our aim is to introduce families and educators to best-in-class products and services,” explains Dawn Matheson, Executive Director of the Mom’s Choice Awards®. “We are passionate about helping families grow emotionally, physically and spiritually. Parents and educators know that products and services bearing our seal of approval are high-quality, great value purchases. The MCA evaluation program is designed to incorporate the expertise of scientists, physicians and other specialists; but we also engage parents, children, educators, and caregivers because they are experts in knowing what is best for their families.”
This month, Mom’s Choice Awards® has selected winners in the following categories:
- Gear, Accessories & Personal Use
- Educational Products & Electronic Learning
- Apps and Software
- Home / Mobile Audio & Viewing (Music, Storytelling, etc.)
- Children’s Picture Books
- Toys, Games & Puzzles
- Juvenile Level 1 (Ages 5 to 8)
- Juvenile Level 2 (Ages 9 to 12)
- Young Adult Books
- Adult Books
- Miscellaneous
Gear, Accessories & Personal Use
Inflat-A-Pals
BigMouth Inc.
Gold – Gear & Accessories:
Lift, Unsnap & Wrap Towel
The Fuzzy Sprout Inc
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Bath & Potty (Includes Diaper Pails)
GoBe Original Snack Spinner
GoBe Kids
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Feeding
Guudhome DUO I 2-in-1 Floor Brush Cleaner & Squeegee with Long Handle
Goodhome Ventures LLC
Silver – Gear & Accessories: Housewares, Housekeeping & Cleaning
Bebe Bask Baby Changing Basket (Raw, Liv and Luna)
Bebe Bask
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Totes, Diaper Bags & Slings
Bebe Bask Diaper Caddy Organizer (Rosa, Savannah and Lily)
Bebe Bask
Gold – Gear & Accessories: Totes, Diaper Bags & Slings
AllergyCalm On the Go
Boiron
Gold – Personal Use Products (Skin Care, Health Care, etc.): Adults
Educational Products & Electronic Learning
The Reading Game 2nd Edition
Allsaid & Dunn, LLC
Gold – Educational Products: Ages 5 to 8
Kids Sonder Agriculture Unboxed (Agriculture Education Subscription Box)
Mommas Sonder, LLC/Kids Sonder Agriculture Unboxed
Gold – Educational Products: Ages 9 to 12
Kodi’s Adventures: How I Learned to Defeat the Time Snatcher
Mindy Hudon
Silver – Educational Products: Ages 9 to 12
Apps and Software
Monkey Junior
Monkey Vietnam
Gold – Apps & Software: Preschoolers
Keiki Preschool Learning Games App
Keiki
Silver – Apps & Software: Preschoolers
Home / Mobile Audio & Viewing (Music, Storytelling, Video Games, etc.)
Feel It All
Brighter Light Brigade
Gold – Audio Experiences: Ages 5 to 8
Children’s Picture Books
Let’s Go, Goose-Goose!
Written and illustrated by Vanessa Ireson
Miriam Laundry Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books:
The Beat in My Head
Written by Ariel Blackwell, Brandon Blackwell; Illustrated by Sam Onche; Edited by BiblioKid Publishing
BiblioKid Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books:
Play Smart My First Cutting ACTIVITY BOOK 2+
Written by Gakken early childhood experts
Gakken Inc
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart My First COLORING ACTIVITY BOOK 2+
Written by Gakken early childhood experts
Gakken Inc
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Play Smart My First ACTIVITY STICKER BOOK 2+
Written by Gakken early childhood experts
Gakken Inc
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
The Adventures of Connor the Courageous Cutter: The Blinding Blizzard
Written by Scott McBride, Rodger Thompson; Illustrated by Brian Martin; Edited by Lauren Magnussen
Amplify Publishing Group/Mascot Kids
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Adventure, Adventurers & Heroes
We Mix Up Our ABCs
Written by Aaron Wills; Illustrated by Daniel Wlodarski
Studio16
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Basic Concepts
Gary the Goat: The Speech Sounds Series
Written by Dannielle Pickford; Illustrated by Ana Djordjevic; Edited by Shannon Burns
One Goat Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Basic Concepts
Sydney the Sloth: The Speech Sounds Series
Written by Dannielle Pickford; Illustrated by Ana Djordjevic; Edited by Shannon Burns
One Goat Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Basic Concepts
An Affirmation Nite Baby Nite
Written by Irene Smalls; Illustrated by Ayan Saha
Literacise, Irene Smalls
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Bedtime Stories
DayDream Believer: A “JJ The All American Yorkie” Story
Written by Lk Menzies; Illustrated by John D Moulton; Edited by Self published
Self published
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Body, Mind & Spirit
Snuggle Pup: A Book About Feelings
Written by Marisa Johnston and Christian Lester; Illustrated by Christian Lester
Snuggle Pup LLC
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Body, Mind & Spirit
Dr. Darcey
Written by Tammy Donahue; Illustrated by Alyssa Shea
Headline Books
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Crossing Generations
Always in Your Heart
Written by Deb Wade; Illustrated by Tim McGee; Edited by Bibliokid Publishing
BiblioKid Publihing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Family Life
What Sound Does A Crocodile Make?: A flip-sided book about finding your voice and being brave enough to use it.
Written by Emily and Todd Spector; Illustrated by Lisa Telling Kattenbraker
Letz Go Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Growing Up / Personal Growth
Are You a Bird Like Me?
Written by Noel Foy, Nicholas Roberto; Illustrated by Colleen Sgroi
Pear Tree Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Growing Up / Personal Growth
I am Different, I am Great
Written by Melody Kiang; Illustrated by Jinulz; Edited by Brooke Vitale
BookBaby
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Peoples, Places & Cultures
Bunny Knows
Written and illustrated by Aimee Tucker
Big Character Projects LLC
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Poetry
Little One Misses His Home
Written by Natalie Reeder; Illustrated by Christian Faith Publishing; Edited by Christian Faith Publishing
Christian Faith Publishing
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Poetry
Novo the Space Robot: How to Find the Christmas Spirit
Written by Charly Froh; Illustrated by Zuzana Svobodová
Tizia-Charlotte Frohwitter
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Seasonal, Holidays & Festivals
Christmas Sunrise
Written by Calvin James; Illustrated by Jordan Pizzuti; Edited by Beth Werner
Calvin James Creates
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Seasonal, Holidays & Festivals
Callum Takes Swimming Lessons
Written by Marcia Stanley; Illustrated by Sue Ann Erickson
Dayton Publishing LLC
Gold – Children’s Picture Books: Sports & Recreation
The Fairy Glen Adventure
Written by Carol Bland Dolson; Illustrated by Elaine Hearn Rabon; Edited by David Cowart
Miglior Press – Jonquil Books
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
The Runaway Ring
Written by Ariel Lani Llorente; Illustrated by Annette Wood
Independently published (January 25, 2022)
Silver – Children’s Picture Books: Values & Life Lessons
Toys, Games & Puzzles
Wooden Chunky Dino Puzzle
Bimi Boo Kids Inc
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Toddlers
EXPLORER TRIKE 4in1
Globber
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Toddlers
Unicorns Stuffed Animals for Girls – Set of 5
Pomkinz
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Toddlers
Wooden Shape Sorting Box
Bimi Boo Kids Inc
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Toddlers
Wooden Stacking Tower
Bimi Boo Kids Inc
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Toddlers
UFO5000
Kaliber Global LLC
Gold – Toys, Games & Puzzles: Young Adults
Juvenile Level 1 (Ages 5 to 8)
Daryl and the Dancing Dolls: www.DanceStories.com
Written by Once Upon a Dance; Illustrated by Emilia Rumińska
Once Upon a Dance
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Activities, Crafts & Hobbies ( Includes Puzzles & Games)
Wilbur’s New Home: A Surprise for Wilbur
Written by Deanie Humphrys-Dunne; Illustrated by Wanda L. Urabazo, Holly Humphrys-Bajaj; Edited by Author Connections, LLC
Deanie H. Dunne Books
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Audio Books
The Littlest Tardigrade
Written by Sean O’Reilly; Illustrated by Chelsey Bueckert
Arcana Comics Inc
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Comic Books & Graphic Novels
Noodle Helps Gabriel Say Goodbye
Written by Caryn Rivadeneira; Illustrated by Priscilla Alpaugh
Red Chair Press
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Fiction – General
Oh No, Riley!
Written by Valerie Whetstone; Illustrated by Mel Schroeder; Edited by Sharon Jennings
Miriam Laundry Publishing
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Fiction – General
I love my teacher’s guts
Written by Dr Paul McNamara, Miss Isla McNamara, Miss Emily McNamara, Miss Freya McNamara; Illustrated by Mr Mike Bastin; Edited by Lou Piccolo
Mastering medicine Ltd
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Fiction – General
Magnificent Meg: A Read-Aloud Book to Encourage Children with Dyslexia
Written by Andra Harris; Illustrated by Julie Wells
Garden Bench Publications
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Inspirational / Motivational
A Squeaky Toy, A Leash, and A Prayer
Written by D.K. Robins; Illustrated by Dima Eichorn; Edited by Justin Norman
Captured Self-Publisher
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8): Inspirational / Motivational
Juvenile Level 2 (Ages 9 to 12)
Zen and Now
Written by Dreama Denver; Illustrated by Jan Philpot
Headline Books
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Body, Mind & Spirit
Brilliant Star Magazine (Vol. 51, No. 4 – Vol. 52, No. 1)
Written by Amethel Parel-Sewell, C. Aaron Kreader, Amy Renshaw, Heidi Parsons, Katie Bishop, Darcy Greenwood, Foad Ghorbani, Lisa Blecker, Donna Price, Dr. Stephen Scotti; Illustrated by C. Aaron Kreader, Foad Ghorbani, Lisa Blecker
National Spiritual Assembly of the Baha’is
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Body, Mind & Spirit
A Tale for Christmas: Zach’s Quest (Chapter Book)
Written by Matt Dragovits; Illustrated by J.J. Varabkanich
Headline Books
Silver – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fantasy, Myths & Legends
Adams Cape: The Missing Crew
Written by Kaitlyn Dorroh; Illustrated by Alyson J. Record
Headline Books
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fantasy, Myths & Legends
Wellspring of Life: Book1 of the Towers of Light Series
Written by Allen Brokken; Illustrated by LoriAnn Weldon; Edited by S.D. Grimm
Towers of Light Christian Resources LLC
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fantasy, Myths & Legends
Tavey’s First Hunt
Written by Daniel Boyd; Illustrated by Hector Mexia
Headline Books
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fiction – General
Catching Air
Written by Gina Moore; Illustrated by Lauren Zurcher
Spring Cedars
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Fiction – General
Rise of the Woody Knoll Warriors Book 1
Written by Rene’ M Schultz; Illustrated by Becky Stout; Edited by Becky Stout
Woody Knoll Publishing
Gold – Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12): Self-Improvement
Young Adult Books
Who are You Times Two: An Interactive Adventure through Eastern Philosophy
Written by Ingrid Klass; Illustrated by Christopher Tice
Royal Fireworks Press
Silver – Young Adult Books: Non-Fiction – General
Adult Books
Nate Branch: Playing My Way Through Life
Written by Nate Branch, Barry Kienzle
Headline Books
Silver – Adult Books: Biographies & Memoirs
April Showers Bring Dead Flowers
Written by Krista Lockheart; Edited by Tina Morlock
Next Chapter Publishing
Silver – Adult Books: Fiction & Literature
Navigating the Newborn Months and Beyond: A Mother’s Guide to Routine, Sleep, Fussiness and Self-Care
Written by Erin Eileen Leigh; Edited by Jessica L. Andersen
Erin Eileen Leigh
Gold – Adult Books: Parenting – General
Responsible Kids: 6 Steps to Creating Them in an Irresponsible World
Written by Judy Harmon Holmes, Ed. D.; Illustrated by Linda M. Brandt
WC Publishing, an On-Target Words imprint
Gold – Adult Books: Parenting – General
Still The World’s Worst Diabetes Mom: More Real Life Stories of Parenting a Child With Type 1 Diabetes
Written by Stacey Simms
Spark Publications
Gold – Adult Books: Parenting – Health, Nutrition, Fitness & Safety
The World’s Worst Diabetes Mom: Real-Life Stories of Raising a Child with Type 1 Diabetes
Written by Stacey Simms
Spark Publications
Gold – Adult Books: Parenting – Health, Nutrition, Fitness & Safety
Miscellaneous
The Bubble Lounger
Lulyboo
Gold – Miscellaneous:
LULYBOO TODDLER TRAVEL ACTIVITY TRAY
Lulyboo
Gold – Miscellaneous: Other
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