National Poetry Month is here, and I'm doing something about it!
Haiku is a form of Japanese Poetry that is strongly structured and defined, although the structure and definition do not translate perfectly into English. Haiku has 17 "sounds", divided into 3 parts: 5, 7, and 5. A rough English translation uses syllables for these sounds.
I am challenging myself to write one Haiku a day during the entire month of April. I will be Twittering these as well as posting them here.
Here's my invitation to you: Email me your Haiku, and I will post them on the blog (giving you full credit for authorship, of course). You may send me as many Haiku as you wish during the month. You may send me something every day, or save them up and send them all at once. I promise not be too strict, but you should try for the 5-7-5 pattern. You may have your family or your classroom participate. If I get at least 10 participants, then I will select one of you to win a gift certificate good at PlayFair Toys or at www.playfairtoys.com. The size of the certificate will depend on how many of you participate - but it might be as much as $100!
April Poetry
A month to celebrate words
Join me in my game!
Tuesday, March 31, 2009
Thursday, March 5, 2009
What's New at PlayFair Toys
I know I know I know - I need to write these more often! But what always happens is that we get all this new stuff in, and then I get busy with the stuff itself and I forget to tell you about it!
Anyway - without further explanation for my silence, here are some of the best.
The artistans at eeBoo have a knack for combining art and education in their unique and distinctive products, and their new Nature Notebook, along with the matching Nature Sketchbook and 24 Pencils in Tin set demonstrates this beautifully. Also from eeBoo, the Thoughtful Girls Paper Dolls series shows girls who have hobbies and professions, in a fun and easy vinyl format. My personal favorite is the Naturalist and Explorer set, but there's something for everyone here.
Also just in are handmade beaded bracelets from Guatemala that are only $7.99 - what a lovely gift for Spring - a fashion statement that supports fair trade.
Drift Cars Street Team gives you 6 die-cast cars that you can decorate up and then play with your friends.
New Crochet Kits from Alex - fun and easy, too.
Just for Little Legs is a fun little guide to hiking the area with - Little Legs! Gee - what a surprise! Kids love it when they can go on their own, but you need to gear it toward their interests and capabilities.
Clone Wars Legos, new castle sets, and lots of basic bricks for the creative types out there! I put Lego squarely in the "family fun" category when the open-ended sets are used. I say this from the number of dads who come to play at the Build-a-Bot Bar over their lunch periods!
Automoblox in a rainbow of colors and sizes for every budget. These magnetic cars have wooden bodies and plastic tops, and the more you buy, the more fun you have, as you can mix and match the various parts among sets.
Customers are loving the rainbow of possibilities with Puzzibits, the open ended plastic building toy that works in either 3-D or 2-D, your choice. These are also available as open stock in the Build-a-Bot Bar.
New Groovy Girls and Calico Critters. Who can resist Becky Beaver Visits the Dentist.
Have you seen the new Horse and Dog purses from Douglas? They are loads of fun for Spring!
Many new educational posters, including more laminated ones you've been asking for.
And so much more! Come see! Be sure to check out our fun Ocean World, Pirates, Knights, Fairies, and other displays.
Old Favorites
We also have some great old favorites back that have been out for a while... Spring brings energy, so All American Pogo Sticks in 2 sizes are ready for you, as well as the Folding Trampoline that lets kids hang on while getting their bouncies out.
Favorite craft kits by Creativity for Kids are back in including the Make Your Own Sock Puppets Kit, Butterfly Bedroom, and the beloved Wee Enchanted Fairy Garden.
Erector Sets - yes! This old classic is still a favorite
Tons of arts and crafts - every flavor and color! Something for everyone - either basic supplies or kits - your choice.
Don't forget - when times are tough, you want to make sure that you are getting great value for your money. Cheap toys are not good value - they are a waste. It's more important than ever to make sure that ever penny is well spent. Ask us how you can make an investment in love with toys that will be cherished for generations. Visit PlayFair Toys today, or start shopping now at our online store.
Anyway - without further explanation for my silence, here are some of the best.
The artistans at eeBoo have a knack for combining art and education in their unique and distinctive products, and their new Nature Notebook, along with the matching Nature Sketchbook and 24 Pencils in Tin set demonstrates this beautifully. Also from eeBoo, the Thoughtful Girls Paper Dolls series shows girls who have hobbies and professions, in a fun and easy vinyl format. My personal favorite is the Naturalist and Explorer set, but there's something for everyone here.
Also just in are handmade beaded bracelets from Guatemala that are only $7.99 - what a lovely gift for Spring - a fashion statement that supports fair trade.
Drift Cars Street Team gives you 6 die-cast cars that you can decorate up and then play with your friends.
New Crochet Kits from Alex - fun and easy, too.
Just for Little Legs is a fun little guide to hiking the area with - Little Legs! Gee - what a surprise! Kids love it when they can go on their own, but you need to gear it toward their interests and capabilities.
Clone Wars Legos, new castle sets, and lots of basic bricks for the creative types out there! I put Lego squarely in the "family fun" category when the open-ended sets are used. I say this from the number of dads who come to play at the Build-a-Bot Bar over their lunch periods!
Automoblox in a rainbow of colors and sizes for every budget. These magnetic cars have wooden bodies and plastic tops, and the more you buy, the more fun you have, as you can mix and match the various parts among sets.
Customers are loving the rainbow of possibilities with Puzzibits, the open ended plastic building toy that works in either 3-D or 2-D, your choice. These are also available as open stock in the Build-a-Bot Bar.
New Groovy Girls and Calico Critters. Who can resist Becky Beaver Visits the Dentist.
Have you seen the new Horse and Dog purses from Douglas? They are loads of fun for Spring!
Many new educational posters, including more laminated ones you've been asking for.
And so much more! Come see! Be sure to check out our fun Ocean World, Pirates, Knights, Fairies, and other displays.
Old Favorites
We also have some great old favorites back that have been out for a while... Spring brings energy, so All American Pogo Sticks in 2 sizes are ready for you, as well as the Folding Trampoline that lets kids hang on while getting their bouncies out.
Favorite craft kits by Creativity for Kids are back in including the Make Your Own Sock Puppets Kit, Butterfly Bedroom, and the beloved Wee Enchanted Fairy Garden.
Erector Sets - yes! This old classic is still a favorite
Tons of arts and crafts - every flavor and color! Something for everyone - either basic supplies or kits - your choice.
Don't forget - when times are tough, you want to make sure that you are getting great value for your money. Cheap toys are not good value - they are a waste. It's more important than ever to make sure that ever penny is well spent. Ask us how you can make an investment in love with toys that will be cherished for generations. Visit PlayFair Toys today, or start shopping now at our online store.
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