COMPANY WITH A CAUSE: 3 Bees & Me

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Spotlight on our very first Company with a Cause!! 3 Bees & Me is a small family-run company that aims to create toys loved equally by kids and adults! They all have developmental, educational and creative value while being NON-TOXIC. The toys are tested in an independent US government-approved lab and are certified free of BPA, lead and phthalates. They donate many toys to organizations helping children in need. The toys are also very reasonably priced, and at times there are additional coupons on Amazon!! Yay!!

Kate and I personally own multiple 3 Bees & Me products and can confidently say they are very popular in our houses! These toys foster creativity and learning, keeping kids entertained for hours without electronics! With tons of 5 star reviews on Amazon, we are certain other parents and kiddos agree!!

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We will highlight some of our favorites here:

1. Dinosaur Set with Metal Carrying Case (ages 3-8 years)

A dozen dinos fit in the tin case that has realistic dinosaur images on it! It will provide hours of fun and learning. There is a fact sheet with the name and info on each dinosaur. My nephew knows them all, but I have to consult the sheet each time we play with them (which is pretty much daily)!!

2. Flower Craft (ages 4-12 years)

It won't be hard to engage your children with this craft kit, allowing them to use their creative skills to build their very own bright, beautiful bouquet of flowers! They can also decorate the vase then display it proudly or give it as a special gift!

3. Bath Time Basketball (ages 2 and up)

Every time we play this during tubby time, I think about what a genius idea it was! The hoop has suction cups as well as loops that go around the faucet so it stays on VERY well. Shooting the 3 balls into the hoop is a blast not only for the littles ones in the tub, but also for any parents (AKA spectators) outside the tub! Bonus, no holes or spots for mold to hide. From the listing description: "This fun hoops set has been named as a Best Toys and Gift Ideas Toy by Pop Sugar, a Best Bath Toys for Toddlers Toy by Pigtail Pals, and one of the Top 10 Basketball Hoops for Children by The 10Pro."

4. Jumbo Lacing Beads (ages 3 and up)

This is a colorful set that is perfect for working on fine motor skills, colors, shapes and patterns. It comes with a handy drawstring storage bag for easy cleanup and portability. The beads are bright and big enough that they are hard to miss so you won't end up stepping on them! Overall a very unique toy that will lead to hours of fun!

5. Dinosaur or Airplane Pull Back Vehicles (ages 3 and up)

Simple toys guaranteed to provide lots of fun! Pull them backwards or push them forwards a few times and watch them go! These toys go faster and further than any toy I've seen with no batteries! From the dino listing description: "This dinosaur set has been named Top Pick in the list of Best Dinosaur Gifts by The Spruce, a Best Dinosaur Toy for 3 Year Old Boys by Toy Review Experts, a Top Dinosaur Toy by Mommy High Five, and a Best Dinosaur Toy by Toys Notch."

7. Buddies in a Bag (ages 2 and up)

Even older children (and adults) will be entertained by this set of super cute characters! My nephew got this set in his Easter basket and everyone was gathered around to play with the Buddies! The possibilities are endless with your child's imagination in action! They can be sorted, stacked and built into countless arrangements, fostering creativity and fine motor skills while learning colors and counting. They also come with a handy drawstring carrying bag!

Products we don't own (yet!) but would recommend because of educational and developmental value... and have rave reviews from other families:

1. Wooden Pattern Blocks/Tangram Shapes (Ages 3-9 years)

These durable wooden blocks can be arranged into the designs presented on the included sized-to-scale flashcards, or kids can create anything their imaginations can dream up! This Montessori-style learning toy includes 130 blocks to learn advanced geometric shapes and spatial relationships. Of course, a storage bag is included!

2. Fairy Garden Craft Kit (ages 5-10 years)

This adorable project allows your little ones to create their very own fairy as well as a house for her to call home! It is a craft that turns into a toy that can provide hours of fun!

3. Mermaid Sewing Kit (ages 5-15 years)

Sewing is fast becoming a lost art! Allow your kids to learn this valuable life skill with easy-to-follow instructions and a plastic safety needle. The end result? A doll they had a part in designing that they can love forever!

4. STEM Kits: Helicopter or Car Erector (ages 8 and up) or Wooden Planks (ages 4-12 years)

Looking for great STEM projects that are fun and engaging, but will also teach patience and teamwork? Here are 3 great sets to keep your kids busy having fun without realizing they are learning!

Of note, while 3 Bees & Me is based in the USA, their products are made in China. They explain that less than 2% of toys sold in the US are made here, but they would love to make it happen when it is feasible.