If your daughters are crazy about all things Barbie, Barbie playhouses are the perfect toy for them. Not only do they give a girl a place all her own, but they do the same for her collection of Barbie dolls. Some playhouses have built in, Barbie-sized features such as a separate doorway and balcony that make playtime with Barbie even more fun.

In the past, dollhouses were big enough for dolls to fit into, yet too small for the children to fit into. Children would only get a partial doll-like experience. Barbie playhouses surround your child with the magic and girl power that is associated with Barbie. Barbie inspires girls to follow their dreams and pursue their goals, no matter what they may be.

Barbie Playhouses Are Fun And Fashionable

Barbie playhouses take ordinary playhouses to the next level. They are a seamless integration of fashion dolls and childhood imagination. They create a world where a businesswoman can instantly transform into a beauty queen with a simple change of hairstyles.

Barbie playhouses appeal to girls of all backgrounds. The perfect combinations of girl-friendly colors let a girl's older or younger brothers know that this playhouse is off limits to all boys! Plus, what boy would want to be caught playing in a Barbie playhouse anyway? The threat of humiliation alone is enough to keep him far far away!

Angelina Ballerina dolls are a wonderful addition to any little one's collection. Angelina Ballerina is a mouse ballerina who wants to be the best ballerina in all of Mouseland. She is very young and works hard, and has a lot to learn. However, she is a determined little mouse, and her books have wonderful lessons for children. Kids love Angelina because of her pretty ballerina outfit, the colorful cast of characters she encounters and the fun stories that are told.

Angelina Ballerina Dolls Bring the Books to Life

One of the most fun aspects of reading a book about your favorite character is having one of the dolls sitting right by your side. It's almost as if the book comes alive because one of the characters is with you, almost telling you that, yes, this story you are reading is indeed true. I know because I was there and it happened to me. Kids have such imaginations that they will believe in this.

When I was little, I was absolutely certain that my stuffed animals talked to each other when I wasn't around. Not only that, they had conferences and dances when I wasn't there. They had a blast without me. I thought the only reason they didn't talk to me is that they were afraid that I would tell the grown-ups what I saw. I would sit sometimes and reassure them that I would never do this. I would never be the one to break their code. I wonder if Angelina Ballerina dolls would have told me.

Well, they never clued me in on anything, but just having them around me, I felt a part of something. When a child gets Angelina Ballerina dolls, they tend to come in a package consisting of a doll and a book. It's a great idea, because then the book comes alive. There are many of her cast of characters to choose from like Henry, Alice or Polly. Get your child's favorite or get them all.

A Barbie scooter is a wonderful way to encourage the budding scooter enthusiast. As one of the few scooters designed with younger female riders in mind, Barbie scooters fill and important niche in the scooter universe. They're small and sturdy enough to maneuver easily and safely.

Of course, kids shouldn't be allowed to have all the fun, right? Many adults have also discovered the youthful delights of motorized scooters. They're handy, easy to care for, and, above all, fun!

Barbie Scooters for Mother and Daughter

O.K., I admit it, I haven't come across any adult scooters with a Barbie cosmetic. But just about any other style is easily found. Racing stripes, funky patterns, American flags--nearly any design you can imagine is painted on a scooter somewhere.

Which makes sense, since power scooters today are all about choices. You can choose to have your scooter run on gas or electric power, to come with or without a seat, or to support two, three, or four wheels. Due to the vast variety of scooters on the market, the power is in your hands.

Spiderman costumes have been a Halloween standard for a long time, but for the last few years, they've been huge. This year's sequel to the hit movie makes it certain that Spidey will be slinging his webs all over this October 31st. There are Spiderman-themed costumes for kids and adults, men and women ... and even a Spidey dog!

There are two basic styles in Spiderman costumes, the comic book Spidey and the movie Spidey. Though they may look pretty similar, any eight-year-old can point out the many subtle differences, such as raised webbing and a more stylized logo in the movie version. Both styles are available in children's and adults' sizes. Be sure to check whether your costume includes accessories such as gloves and booties.

Spiderman Costumes: Don't Forget the Villains

Peter Parker isn't the only one who's undergone a metamorphosis. The Green Goblin has a non-green identity, and Doc Ock is the victim of an experiment gone tragically awry. Then there's Venom, a nasty piece of work if I ever saw one! One of Spiderman's nemeses would be a good choice for a companion costume.

While most Spiderman costumes are understandably for boys and men, there are a few choices for girls and women as well. Spidergirl and Web Mistress costumes are available at several online stores. Or you could always just wear a blond wig and go as Kirsten Dunst!