Heelys Little Kid Kid

Heelys Little Kid Kid

Top Ten Toys for a Toddler

These days kids have gadgets that I couldn't have dreamed of when I was growing up, and as the years go by, the more technologically advanced the toy gets...heck, I was at the Apple Store a week ago and I saw some kids zipping by in their Heelys who couldn't have been older than 13 buying the iphone & and an ipod! When I was 13 I had to save for months to get a Nintendo....and not the Wii or the Nintendo 64...This is the old school Nintendo, with Duck Hunt. Anyways, I digress, I thought it would be interesting to note what my kid is playing with now as he just turned two years old. Here is the list:

#5 Item: Empty Tupperware Bowl
Cost: Approx $0.50
Scoop: Used in conjunction with spoon, sometimes imaginary. My two year old loves to mix imaginary concoctions of chocolate milk and other goodies in this bowl. He often eats his imaginary dinner from this bowl and then refuses to eat his real dinner.

#4 Item: Paper plate and 2-4 crayons
Cost: Approx $0.11
Scoop: For some reason drawing on a piece of paper just won't do. There seems to be something magical about coloring on a paper plate. I don't get it, I even tried it myself and I preferred coloring on regular paper.

#3 Item: Random Stickers
Cost: $0.00 - $0.50 per sticker
Scoop: My 2 year is obsessed with stickers, and they don't have to have Barney, Mickey Mouse or elmo on them, they just need to have the capability to stick onto different surfaces. Free address labels seem to have the same "fun" factor as expensive stickers I picked up from the party store . Regardless, I find them sticking from everything from the floors to my hair (involuntary).

#2 Item: Bouncy Ball
Cost: $0.50 per ball
Scoop: These little multi-colored balls seem to have been around since the beginning of time and not lost its appeal with the rugrats. Of special interest is for my toddler to hurl this at me while I am least expecting it

#1 Item: Little Tikes Cozy Coupe
Cost: $50.00
Scoop: This seems to be my kids only real source of indulgence compared to his other inexpensive toys. Although this was very annoying to put together, my kid plays with this every single day and seems convinced that he can get from point A to B within our house faster in the car then walking. Well at least I don't have to gas it up.Aside from the Little Tikes Cozy Coupe, the rest of these "toys" cost under $1.50.

See, it doesn't take money to buy happiness...well at age 2 anyway. In any case I'll keep this in mind when my kid is 7 and the xbox 720 has come out with $100 games. Just out of curiosity, I'd love to hear about what your toddler's favorite toys are.

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Heelys Clash Sneaker (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 Heelys Clash Sneaker (Little Kid/Big Kid)

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Heelys Jazzy Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $49.99 Your kid will be on a roll when lacing up the Heelys Little Kid/Big Kid Jazzy roller shoe. The canvas upper looks like a traditional sneaker, with laces, a padded collar, and a rubber toe,. Meanwhile, down below, the crisp rubber sole conceals two removable wheels so your kid can skate or walk with ease.

Heelys Edge Skate Sneaker (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 A lightweight skate shoe for the little foot hat wants hip style and function. The Heelys Edge skate shoe offers a canvas upper adorned with logo embellishment on the heel. A removable wheel makes walking an option and fun a guarantee.

Heelys Dash Skate Sneaker (Little Kid) $54.99 Little girls love to Dash from here to there as fast as they can, and this awesome skate sneaker from Heelys makes that possible. Its synthetic upper is adorned with brightly colored eyelets and logoed patch, as well as quilted, leather-like enhancements. A non-marking outsole and removable wheel makes walking an easy option.

Heelys Blade Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $30.28 Set your little one on the fast track to style with the Blade roller shoe from Heelys. The only shoes that roll, Heelys double as a fun mode of transport for big and little kids alike. Don't worry, Mom: the heel is easily removable, so you can have full control over your youngster's cruising time. Durable, lightweight canvas is mounted on a sturdy rubber sole, while the skatewear-inspired graphics and logo create a relaxed, adventurous appeal.

Heelys Sparkler Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.95 HX2 comes with 2 removable wheels to make learning to skate with Heelys easier than ever Double wheels make balancing a cinch Triple velcro enclosure ensures easy on and off ABEC 1 bearings

Heelys Stingray Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 HX2 comes with 2 removable wheels to make learning to skate with Heelys easier than ever Double wheels make balancing a cinch Triple velcro enclosure ensures easy on and off ABEC 1 bearings

Heelys Helix Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 Little ones who like rolling with the flow will love zipping down sidewalks and supermarket aisles in this two-in-one skate shoe from Heelys. By simply shifting their weight to the heel, the wheel is activated, and they're on the move! The wheel is easy to remove, too, and it becomes just a cool pair of street shoes.

Heelys Double Threat Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 Your little guy will be a Double Threat when he sports this awesome skate sneaker from Heelys. Its synthetic upper pops with two tones of leather-like fabrication, and the padded collar and insole keep his foot cradled comfortably. A non-marking outsole and removable wheel makes walking an easy option.

Heelys Caution Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 He'll be walkin' and rollin' in the fun-to-wear, two-in-one Caution shoe from Heelys. By simply shifting his weight to the heel, the wheel is activated, and your little one is on move. The wheel is easy to remove, too, when he wants to transform his skates into just a cool pair of street shoes.

Heelys Chazz Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $49.95 The Chazz skate shoe from Heelys gives new meaning to rocking and rolling. This awesome and multi-functional sneaker features a sturdy canvas upper, a lightly padded collar and tongue, a protective rubber toe cap, and a flexible outsole. Of course, the removable wheel lets your little one skate around in a flash.

Heelys Wave Roller Sneaker (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 For a skate that's smooth and a shoe that's tough, you can rely on Heelys' Wave Runner. Its synthetic upper is flexible enough to move with you while also offering protection, and its contoured footbed, padded collar and tongue, and mesh lining provide support, cushion, and breathability. Removable wheels add extra fun and functionality to this favorite.

Heelys Straight Up Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $49.99 Heelys Straight Up roller shoe gives a new meaning to rocking and rolling. This tough and multi-functional sneaker features a sturdy canvas upper, lightly padded collar and tongue, protective rubber toe cap and flexible outsole. Want to speed up your pace? Just click the heely!

Heelys Fray Wheeled Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $49.95 Heelys gives a new meaning to rocking and rolling with the Fray skate shoe. This awesome and multi-functional sneaker features a sturdy canvas upper with tough raw seams, a lightly padded collar and tongue, a protective rubber toe cap, and a flexible Ninja Grip outsole. You'll be speeding up your pace with just a little click of a Heely.

Heelys HX2 Blossom Lighted Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 Double wheels for the double the fun! Crafted with a comfortable, colorful upper and easy, slip-on design, the Blossom Lighted Skate Shoe from Heelys features two stealth wheels housed in the heel, making for better balance and control as she zips around. When she's not in the mood for zipping, the wheels can be removed and replaced with the heel plug, and it becomes a regular, but very cool, street shoe.

Heelys Sassy Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $49.99 She's totally walk'n'roll in the Sassy roller skate shoe from Heelys. This awesome sneak features a faux leather lace-up upper with a rhinestone covered toe cap and glitter trim for tons of shine. A padded footbed keeps her comfy and a grippy rubber sole keeps her steady. Plus it comes with a pop-in wheel to get her going and an angled sole to help her stop.

Heelys HX2 Dart Skate shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 Double wheels make for better balance and control in this sporty and fun-to-wear skate shoe from Heelys. The Dart shoe features a comfy, cushy slip-on design and is easy to use: The wearer simply shifts his weight to the heel and is on an instant roll! He can also remove the wheels and snap in the heel plug, and he's got a cool pair of street shoes.

Heelys Harmony Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 This glittery girls roller shoe from Heelys gives flower power new meaning! Crafted with a comfortable, lightweight canvas upper, the Harmony features a single, stealth wheel housed in the heel, allowing the wearer to walk, run and transition to a roll at any moment. The wheel is removable, too, so you can transform the shoe into a regular street sneaker by placing the included heel plug over the cavity.

Heelys HX2 Bolt Lighted Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $54.99 Double wheels for the double the fun! Crafted with a comfortable, colorful upper and easy, slip-on design, the Bolt Lighted Skate Shoe from Heelys features two stealth wheels housed in the heel, making for better balance and control as he zips around. When he's not in the mood for zipping, the wheels can be removed and replaced with the heel plug, and it becomes a regular, but very cool, street shoe.

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Heelys Dreamer Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 The glittery graphic and colorful logo details are just half the fun in this kids' two-in-one Dreamer shoe from Heeleys. By shifting weight to the heel, the wheel is activated, and your little one is ready to roll. Or simply remove the wheel and snap in the plug to transform it into a cool pair of street shoes.

Heelys Element Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 If you have trouble keeping up with your little one now, just wait until he gets the hang of this "wheel in the heel" skate shoe from Heeleys. By shifting his weight to the heel, he can go from a walk to a roll at any given moment. The wheel is also removable when he wants just a cool pair of street shoes instead.

Heelys Slide Skate Sneaker (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.99 Who needs a board when you've got the Heely's Slide Skate Sneaker? The thoroughly padded top line and tongue give the appearance of contemporary skateboarding shoes, but with a kick of the heel and a push, you're off and rolling with Heely's original built in skate roller.

Heelys No Bones Lo Roller Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $59.95 Let the world be your skate park in the Heely's No Bones Lo Roller shoe. This hip shoe hides a roller skate wheel in the heel. And for that time when strolling is a must, simply remove the wheel and you're on your way. With its durable upper, rubber sole and oversized logo display, roll ahead in style.

Heelys Fade Skate Shoe (Little Kid/Big Kid) $49.99 You may never have to tell him to hurry up again once he gets the hang of this roller shoe from Heeleys. The lace-up Fade shoe features a single, stealth wheel housed in the heel, allowing the wearer to walk, run and transition to a roll at any moment. The wheel is removable, too, so you can transform the shoe into a regular street sneaker by placing the included heel plug over the cavity.

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