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adorable!!!
this set is sooo cute. i was planning to get my daughter the bigger little people home sweet home for christmas but she is 2.5 yrs already and i decided she may not get the play out of it so i just got her this little set. we are so happy with it, a little playhouse with doors that open and close, a swing that really works and a little baby stroller that has working wheels. maggie and sonia-lee look so sweet and can sit in their chairs and have tea. everything can be joined together with the help of the fence piece and you can arrange it in different ways. the quality of this toy is very high, bright colors, chubby plastic and lots of detail you can't see in the picture here. this set is the best and cutest ever! you will not be disappointed.

My introduction to Little People...
This was my 13 month old daughter's first Little People set. I had friends that raved about it so of course I couldn't allow my daughter to miss out on all the fun. I started with this set because it was inexpensive, if she liked it, I would get more.

So far, So Good. She loves this toy. The pieces are large so it's easy for her to get her tiny fingers around them. They are easy to clean and lots of fun.

My daughter loves to take the people and put them in their chairs or in the swing. She likes to cram everything she can into the house. She has been carrying the set all around the house. I play with her and she could play with these things for hours. I let her take the people and chairs into the bathtub and she loves it. We're going to get the larger house for Christmas. I wish I could give this item 6 stars, she loves it!

we love the Little People!
We have a small Little People collection but it is quickly growing! We love that this set is small, but still has many pieces to play with. I am not sure who loves to play with this more - my one year old or me!

Although my baby is has not yet mastered role-playing, she loves to put the girls in their seats, and in and out of the doors. Of course all the pieces are compatible with the other Little People collections, and they all connect together with the fence sections. All in all, the Little People collections truly grow with your child - not too many toys will hold your child's interest for years!

Little People are the best
Yet another winner, the best yet. It combines my daughter's two favorite activies - dress-up and little people. A wonderful toy for fostering the imagination. Durable enough to last through several children. I'm looking forward to my newborn 2nd daughter being able to enjoy playing with the little people and the colors being just as bright as they are now and the movable parts working just as well as brand new. Thanks again fisher-price!!

Another Great Little People Set
We are huge fans of Little People in this house. This is another great set that can be played with on it's own or used in conjunction with any other set you have. This one in particular goes with Home Sweet Home house but the fence will attach to any other Little People fences you have.

My daughters 3 and 2 love the fact that his one has a swing so their Little People can play. Thye love the fact that they also have a cubby house to play in.

As with all Little People - easy to hold, easy to use, easy to clean and great fun to play with.

Highly Recommended. ... Read more

Editorial Review

These cats and kittens are just like all cats and kittens. MomKatrina is finicky about cleanliness, son Branson loves to play,daughter Amelia is a champ at finding secret hiding places (where,we're sure, she sits purring until discovered), and father Sebastian isa patient sort of pussy who works (where else?) at the local dairyfarm. A quartet of posable, petite kitties (Sebastian, the tallest, isjust over 3 inches), the Calico Critters Whiskers Cats are toysdesigned by someone who did some thinking about how real kids play.They're made of durable plastic and covered with a layer of fuzzy, softfur. Their paws can be posed, their heads turned, and they can stand orsit with equal ease. Their clothes are designed with Velcro andelastic, so little people can get them on and off without destroyingthem. And there are scads of well-designed accessories available. Ifyour child's at that age where little tiny things have great bigappeal, the Calico Critters are a terrific place to start. They'll keepyou (and the kids) going for a long time. --Julie Ubben ... Read more

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3 YR OLD GRANDDAUGHTER LOVES IT!
I purchased the Whiskers cat family and a Birthday Party Set for my 3 yr. old granddaughter for Christmas. She loves to carry around small items either in purses or bags or just in her hands. My son informed me a few days ago that she really loves this item. She sets them up for "tea parties" and talks to them and seems to have them with her constantly. I was surprised at how tiny the accessories were and don't think they would be wise to have around if there are toddlers or small children who might put them in their mouths. Other than that they are very cute and since my granddaughter received many gifts, this tiny cat family must be pretty special for them to be her "chosen" companions.

Calico Critters - AKA The return of Sylvanian Families in US
The whiskers cat family, simply put are the most adorable little animal dolls you're likely to run across. All Calico Critters families have an average height of about 3.5 inches (adults are larger than children & baby sets) . They are covered in a soft downy flocking, are pose-able, and highly detailed. Each family member comes with a removable outfit, with detail & care sewn in. Bright colors, Velcro fastens, ribbon ties, and tiny buttons & lace all add to the charm of their clothing. Children will have hours of fun with all the houses, furniture, and accessories that can be bought. Sets teach kids hand eye coordination (so many miniatures to interact and use) social interaction, Family structure, and creativity. Older individuals can appreciate these detailed miniatures as well. Calico Critters are actually from an older toy line many might recall from the 80's, called "Sylvanian Families". Epoch (maker of both), has started sales again, under a new name in the states. Same old lovable families, with new names. However, the sylvanians of the 80's have been retired in this line (SF is still sold in JP and UK), and replaced with entirely new animals. Let your collecting start up where it left off in the 80s! They're back!! ... Read more

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Calico Critters - aka Sylvanian Families (remember them?)
These rabbits are SO CUTE! All Calico Critters families have an average height of about 3.5 inches (adults are larger than children & baby sets) . They are covered in a soft downy flocking, are pose-able, and highly detailed. Each family member comes with a removable outfit, with detail & care sewn in. Bright colors, Velcro fastens, ribbon ties, and tiny buttons & lace all add to the charm of their clothing. Children will have hours of fun with all the houses, furniture, and accessories that can be bought. Sets teach kids hand eye coordination (so many miniatures to interact and use) social interaction, Family structure, and creativity. Older individuals can appreciate these detailed miniatures as well. Calico Critters are actually from an older toy line many might recall from the 80's, called "Sylvanian Families". Epoch (maker of both), has started sales again, under a new name in the states. Same old lovable families, with new names. However, the sylvanians of the 80's have been retired in this line (SF is still sold in JP and UK), and replaced with entirely new animals.

Their only downside is the fuzz/flocking. With gentle - normal play, they'll hold up for years and years. However anyone with a child going through a "rough and tumble" destructive phase, may find out that the fur can rub off if heavily scrubbed &scratched. Consider these an indoor toy, and not really intended for rough, outdoor play, or extended bathtub play.

Calico Critters
Calico critters are really really cute! They are soft and fuzzy and come in many little animals-chipmunks, squirrels, cats, dogs, and lots more. I don't own a house, but I just think that having the critters is enough. I have a whole box of them that I collect.
These are great toys. I encourage you to buy them-for gifts, for you, for whatever! ... Read more

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A Little People Favorite
This is a favorite toy at home. The recommended age doesn't make any difference to me. Any age that enjoys these sort of toys is appropriate such as myself-an 11 year old. This toy goes well with the city sets and other construction sets due to the little connection fence. I like it because it represents what goes on in the real world. Sometimes though, while putting it away, the noise goes off. Fisher Price has kept its name in durable and fun toys that educate kids.

Great product & video
This crane was a huge hit for my 19 month old daughter. It was the first thing she went to in the morning for weeks after receiving it from my uncle. It makes sounds and she enjoys dropping the balls through. Also comes with a free video that she really enjoys and the workers are girls. Great product!

Little People Fun
My daughters (aged 2 and 3) love Little People and they received this set as an Easter present. They have found it a great addition to their LIttle People collection.

As with all Little People sets - it's a complete playset on it's own or you can use it in conjunction with any other Little People sets you have. All the people are interchangable in the vehicles, seats and houses.

The girls love this crane and find it easy to use. As with all Little People it's easy to keep clean, hold, play with and is great fun.

Great addition
We bought this toy when my son was about a year old. I thought he would enjoy the sound effects, etc. We have several other little people sets and he enjoys playing with all of them. This is a nice addition to his collection. I do like how the construction workers are girls with this set. ... Read more

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A quiet meal!!
This is the best ten bucks I ever spent. My two year old doesn't yet know how to sit still or let the grown-ups talk durring dinner out. This toy lets us have a nice relaxing meal. We save it for dinners out or for when company comes. This way he can be at the table with all of us and neither me nor my DH have to take him away and miss the conversation. I will definitely buy a second one for my youngest when he is old enought.

Great entertainment for planes!
I bought this toy for my 20 month old when we had to take a plane across country by ourselves. He loved it - it kept him occupied for a good half hour...which at 20 months is quite a lot to ask! I recommend it to anyone who needs to amuse a little one in a seat for an extended period of time. And you don't need to wait until he is three.

GREAT TOY FOR RESTUARANTS
I just got this for my 3 year old Thomas fanatic son. We were going to a fancy restuarant for my dads birthday and I wanted him to behave. Well, this tiny little toy kept him busy the entire time. He absolutely loved it. My only complaint is that the little peices (the horses) kept falling off the table. Other than that, I cant wait for them to come out with more of these toys. Excellent idea. It fit in my purse perfectly, all the peices fit inside very well with no force necessary- he did all the work himself. For the price, excellent value. ... Read more

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My 3 yr old loves it but.....
Granted that my 3 year old loves this toy, I have to say that the life jacket (that you can take on and off) is IMPOSSIBLE for a 3 or 5 year old to take off and on...it is a tight fit and you have to wrestle it on and off, moving Dora's arms up and down to wedge it on or off....what were they thinking?

Other then that, the Dora doll is well made.....The Boots part is nice too but it would have been nice if Boots had been made standing like Dora....makes it more "playable"..Boots always having to be floating in the innertube kinda dampers the many scenarios a 3 yr old could make up....half of the time she stands him on his feet so poor Boots is always hunched over carting an innertube on his back!

All in all, I'd say it is a good toy for the bath and beyond.....with some small faults that wouldn't keep me from recommending it.....

My daughter loves Dora
Great toy for the bath if your little one loves Dora and Boots. The toys aren't really educational but they sure make taking a bath for my little one fun.

Kids love it, but head leaks
My daughters, 2 and 4, received this doll as a gift, and immediately loved it. But after the first bath, Dora's head filled with water and won't drain.
I called the manufacturer's customer support line ... and the representative was very helpful. Dora's head is still full of water, but the company offered to send a voucher good on any Fisher Price product.
My advice is to keep the receipt on this toy, see if the head leaks, and if so, return in and exchange it. Call the company and tell them about it, so that they are aware of the problem.

Bath Time Made Better With Dora!
I bought this product because it combines two of my daughter's favorite things: her nightly baths and her love of Dora the Explorer. Thus far, it has been a major hit in our home.

My little girl loves to swim Dora around in her bath water, use Boots to squirt Mommy in the face, and just pretend with her favorite cartoon character. The doll comes with a vest, and swim fins that change colors in the water.

If you have a little Dora fan, I'd definitely recommend this item.

Cute but water will leak in
My daughter received this toy for her 2nd b-day. She loves Dora and loved this toy. However, there is a flaw and if I wasn't so lazy I would write the manufacturer. This toy leaks. Water immediately gets into Dora's head and because it is pretty well sealed (I'm sure to avoid this) the water does not come out. We've seen this before w/ bath toys and know that mold will grow quickly inside. We will have to throw this toy away - too bad. Perhaps this was only the one received? But I doubt it. ... Read more

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THE BEST PETS EVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
oF COURSE, THIS IS EVERY CHILDS DREAM !!!!!! THESE PETS, THE TURTLES, ARE THE BEST! I GOT THEM AND PLAYED WITH THEM FOR ALONG TIME!!!!!! I WISH I HAD EVERY ON OF THEM!!!!! AND IF I COULD, I WOULD RATE THIS A BILLION STARS!!!!!!! I RECCOMEND THIS TO ANYONE WHO LOVES BUT CAN'T HAVE REAL PETS, CAUSE THEY WOULD REALLY LOVE THESE "LITTLEST PETS!!!"

Review by someone that has actually bought them
Recently bought these for my daughter...though not as cute as the Littlest Pet Shop toys that sold years ago (I don't care for the big eye look either)...my 7 year old loves them.I'm giving this toy high ratings based on how much my child likes them and because she plays with them all the time.

Don't like how they look
When I looked at the big picture of these I noticed the bags under their eyes. I really don't like this look it completely ruins them. If they didn't have the bags they would look cute. Even though they look ugly I'm sure they would still be fun for a child to play with. ... Read more

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Very Cute, and Good Quality
This is very nice doll furniture. It comes with many to-scale accessories, including lotion bottles, books with bookend, spinning globe, pencil case (has two little pencils and eraser!), furniture with *all* working drawers and hinged mirrors, soft bed with bedding, tote bag, necklaces the critters can wear, and more! It's very cute, and my three-year-old girl absolutely loves it. ... Read more