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We're parents, teachers and grandparents who got tired of toys that end up in a drawer.
At Play Tested, Family Approved, we’re a team of parents and grandparents who are passionate about helping families find the best toys and tips for raising happy, healthy kids. We personally test and review learning toys and growth-focused playthings, and share practical advice on supporting children through key developmental stages.
How we test
No toy gets our stamp until kids say so.
Three steps, real homes, no script. Here's how a toy earns the Family Approved stamp.
1Parents unbox it
Setup time, safety, batteries, packaging: we check everything grown-ups worry about.
2Kids play for two weeks
Real homes, real kids, no script. We watch what they come back to after the novelty wears off.
3Families give the verdict
Only toys that win over kids and parents earn the Family Approved stamp.
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