Spark Toys Cobourg https://www.sparktoys.ca Smart Toys for Cool Kids | Toy Store in Cobourg Fri, 26 Nov 2021 15:30:46 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.2 https://www.sparktoys.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/cropped-Spark__FINAL_Icons-03-32x32.png Spark Toys Cobourg https://www.sparktoys.ca 32 32 Women in Business https://www.sparktoys.ca/2021/11/25/women-in-business/ Thu, 25 Nov 2021 22:51:42 +0000 https://www.sparktoys.ca/?p=304

Meet the Owners of Spark Toys!

Hi! We are Theresa Rickerby and Heather Haraldsson-Glennie, business partners and friends for over 15 years. We own both All Creatures Great & Small AND Spark Toys in the heart of Downtown Cobourg. After many years of working together in the natural health field for pets, we wanted to branch out and try something new. With the love of learning and our children in mind, we conceptualized a cool little toy store that focused on quality, engaging toys that would see years of play. We wanted a store that was comfortable and inviting but also exciting every time you came in, with friendly, knowledgeable staff who love the product as much as we do.

We are always on the lookout for the newest and coolest toys books, puzzles and games for kids of all ages. We Carry brands such as Playmobil, Hape,Lego, Manhattan Toys, eeboo, Orchard Toys, Family Passtimes, Ravensberger, Melissa & Doug, Quercetti, Klutz and so much more.

We’ve worked hard to make this dream come true and we’ve enjoyed every minute. Thank you for following along our journey and we hope to see you in store soon!

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Fidget Toys: The newest craze https://www.sparktoys.ca/2021/11/25/fidget-toys-the-newest-craze/ Thu, 25 Nov 2021 22:34:45 +0000 https://www.sparktoys.ca/?p=295

Fidget toys are the newest toy craze and are specifically designed to keep your hands busy. They come in a wide range of styles, colours, and movement options, such as spinning, popping, & more, to fit specific fidgeting needs.

How do I know if I’m a “fidgeter”?

Do you often find yourself reaching for, or fiddling with objects when you are nervous, in a stressful situation, or when you are attempting to focus on a task? You are, most likely, a fidgeter. And these toys might help you!

Some people find fidget toys provide the tactile manipulation needed to remain calm and focused during work, school, or at home. The best way to figure out if a fidget toy may work for you is to give it a try!

Here are our top 5 favourite fidget toys, all available locally at your Spark – Smart Toys for Cool Kids store in downtown Cobourg or online at https://sparktoys.shopsettings.com/.

1. Rubiks Cube

A true, classic, fidget toy. A great mental challenge to solve at home or on the move. Turn and twist the sides of the Cube so that each of the six colour faces only has one colour.

Over 43 quintillion moves are possible with the iconic 3×3 Cube, but only one solution. Are you up to the challenge?

2. Schylling Jacob's Ladder

This classic Jacobs ladder is colourful and fun. You just have to turn the end and watch a waterfall of colour fall.

3. Sensory Genius Pencil Pushers

Bring life to your pencils with these brightly coloured fidget accessories. Set includes three pencils in orange, blue and green and three multicoloured “pushers”.

-Great for tactile stimulation and fidgety hands

-Encourages fine motor skills

-Perfect travel gift

-Teachers: a great addition to your fidget toys for the classroom

-Plastic accessories are removable for endless pencil use

4. Flip Fidget Silicone Octopus

This simple dimpled anti-stress toy is a unique gift as a gift, which can relieve stress. The dimpled simple octopus toy is small in size and lightweight. And it’s a keychain – a pocket-sized toy, so it’s easy to attach to keys, purses, backpacks, school bags, and belt loops. It is a perfect sensory adventure that adults and children can take with them everywhere.

5. Group Ricochet Pop-It Fidget Board Game

The Pop It craze is now a board game… each player rolls the dice and “Pops” or moves the amount of spots until the first one gets to the center. Easy, fun and travel friendly!

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Our TOP 10 Pokemon Christmas Gifts https://www.sparktoys.ca/2021/11/25/our-top-10-pokemon-christmas-gifts/ Thu, 25 Nov 2021 22:27:19 +0000 https://www.sparktoys.ca/?p=288

We’ve compiled a list of some of our favourite Pokémon paraphernalia to gift your Pokemon lover (or want-to-be Pokémon lover) this Holiday season! These items will help you to learn the basics of the game and its’ characters, or add to your already existing knowledge & collection!

1. Pokémon Big Book Of Small To Tall

Get to know the various Pokémon in this hardcover illustrated storybook! It features all types of Pokémon, from tiny Cutiefly to the gargantuan Gyarados. Pokémon fans of all ages will love being introduced to these exciting creatures, which come in all sizes!

2. Pokémon Chilling Reign Mini Binder

About the size of a Pokémon TCG card, mini portfolios are a compact, convenient way to store and display up to 60 cards from your collection. This one features dynamic artwork of Ice Rider Calyrex and Shadow Rider Calyrex, and it comes with a Sword & Shield—Chilling Reign booster pack to get you started!

3. Universal Beckett Shield Sleeves - 50 Large


Semi-rigid sleeve for protecting and storing thick or vintage size collectible cards.

4. Pokémon Scratch and Sketch Secrets

Gotta draw ’em all! Dozens of kids’ favorite Pokémon are hiding in our second Scratch and Sketch book. Kids can use the stylus to reveal classic characters like Pikachu, plus new Pokémon from the latest Nintendo Switch games, Sword and Shield! Can you find your favourite Pokémon? They’re all hiding in this cute Scratch and Sketch book! Use the stylus (included) to draw and reveal new and classic characters — from Pikachu and Bulbasaur to Scorbunny, Grookey, Sobble, and more new Pokémon from the Galar region! Your favourite Pokémon pals are waiting to spring to life in vibrant colours!

5. Pokémon Sword & Shield Battle Styles Booster Pack

Pokémon Battle Styles expansion booster with 10 Pokémon collectible cards.

6. Pokémon Training Manual With 3 Poke Ball Puzzle Erasers

This Training Manual provides kids with all the info they’ll need to catch ’em all and become awesome Pokémon Trainers. Plus, it’s packed with three Poké Ball erasers! Trainers, it’s time for a Pokémon battle! This exclusive Battle Box includes a manual with all the info kids need to know before they send their Pokémon into battle. It includes stats and facts on all known first partner Pokémon, plus battle training techniques, instructions on how to hatch Eggs and catch Pokémon in the wild, and much, much more. The Training Manual also features colour, buildable erasers of three different Poké Balls: the standard red-and-white ball, the Great Ball, and the Ultra Ball.

7. Pokémon All About Pikachu

This adorable shaped paper-over-board book has all the stats and facts kids could ever want to know about the beloved Electric-type Pokémon. Full-colour illustrations throughout. This cute but courageous Pokémon has been by Ash’s side since the beginning. Now kids can discover the complete story of this little Electric-type’s adventures.

Readers will get the inside scoop on Pikachu’s best battles, funniest tales, and most heartwarming moments. And this unique, colourful package — featuring a cover shaped like Pikachu’s smiling face — is sure to draw in Pokémon fans of all ages.

8. Pokémon Super Extra Deluxe Essential Handbook

The brand new edition of the bestselling Super Deluxe Essential Handbook is here – and it includes all-new Pokémon! With 560 colour pages and info on over 900 Pokémon, this is a must-have for kids of all ages. If you want to catch ’em all, you gotta read about ’em all! This revised and updated edition of the mega-bestselling Essential Handbook and Super Deluxe Essential Handbook has all the stats and facts kids need to know about the world of Pokémon. Essential information on over 900 Pokémon is jam-packed into 560 illustrated, full-colour pages.The handbook is easy to read and organized simply and effectively into one comprehensive, kid-friendly reference book. This updated edition features tons of extra pages devoted to the newest Pokémon from the Sword and Shield video games. It is an absolute must-have for Pokémon Trainers of all ages.

9. Pokémon Storybook Treasury

This hardcover collection of four Pokémon books introduces readers to Pokémon of all shapes and sizes, from Kanto to Alola, from Fire-type to Ice-type–and more! It’s sure to thrill Pokémon fans ages 5 to 9, and collectors of all ages!

10. How To Draw Pokemon

Gotta Draw ’em All! Learn to draw one of the top all-time favourite cartoon characters–Pikachu– and other popular Pokémon!

Grab your pencil. Pick up some paper. And get ready to draw the coolest, most action-packed Pokémon art ever. Catch step-by-step secret tips on drawing your favourite Pokémon, like Pikachu, Togepi, Chikorita, Meowth, Pichu, Houndour, Lugia, Cyndaquil, and more!

Plus, draw bonus poses of Pokémon in action, and create your own battle scenes!

You’ll be a Pokémon drawing-Master in no time!

 

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Online Store Open for Business https://www.sparktoys.ca/2020/06/25/online-store-open-for-business/ Thu, 25 Jun 2020 17:35:33 +0000 https://www.sparktoys.ca/?p=230

We’re working to serve you better with our new online store!

 

After many weeks of hard work, we’re very excited to announce the launch of our online shop!

We’re rolling out this new retail experience slowly and will add more products and services as we move forward.

Please take some time to review and let us know if you have any questions!

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