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Cool Road Trip Activities

Magnetic Dress Up Doll from MudpuppyWe'll be gearing up for a summer road trip in a short time, and that means it's time to start looking for something to keep the kids occupied in the back seat. Looking out the window is only good for so long, and we're not going to get a car with a DVD player in it, so we have to look for other means to pass the time. One of our favorite lines of puzzles and games  comes from Mudpuppy by Galison. They produce a wide range of products inspired by artists, illustrators, and well known children's books, and they also happen to have what we think are some great road trip activities!

First up is Mudpuppy's line of magnetic dress up dolls (pictured above). These are geared toward girls, and include a decorative metal tin container which can be opened up to create a place to play with the three sheets of magnetized dolls, clothes, costumes, and accessories. Also included are two double-sided cards with scenes on each side. Choose from Garden Fairies, Princess, World Traveler, City Girls, and Ballerinas. Apparently they're quite popular with adult women as well, since they're great decorations for metal file cabinets and cubicle walls!

Mudpuppy Sticker Set Play Scene Another favorite is Mudpuppy's line of Sticker Set Play Scenes. These include a 9 x 12 inch book-like sticker board and 50 reusable vinyl stickers. The sticker board opens up to create an expansive backdrop for placing the stickers. The board even has a handy carrying handle so kids can take it everywhere. Titles include: Circus, Garden Fairies, Pirates, Horse Friends, Happy Camper, At the Airport, Dinosaurs, Map of the World, Fun and Dance, Ancient Egypt, Fairytale Theatre, A Day at the Zoo, On the Construction Site, Map of the USA, and Room to Play.

As with all of Mudpuppy's products, these feature whimsical and charming artwork by well-known and talented illustrators and designers. Magentic dress up dolls are suitable for ages 5 and up, while the sticker set play scenes are good for ages 3+.