Astronomy has long been a favorite subject of mine, a passion for the planets that dates as far back to when I was 7 and wished I could ice-skate on Saturn’s rings. While I now know that’s just not possible (at least not in my lifetime, anyway), I enjoy sharing this memory with my daughters. (The little one laughs, while the older one simply rolls her eyes.) Just earlier this week, while at the bus stop, my 7-year-old told me that Pluto was no longer considered a planet, and we got to talking about outer space and the solar system. Little did I know, a few days later, my preschooler would point out a solar system model suspended from the ceiling at her play group and begin asking me about the different planets. How fitting then that I should stumble upon Starry Night
, an engaging new game that lets kids spy on the solar system, right in the palm of their hand. At first glance, it may appear like an ordinary toy–a transparent star filled with lots of treasures buried among brightly colored pellets–but oh, how mesmerizing it becomes when you turn the lights off, and they glow in the dark! Kids will be able to hunt for 40 hidden items, including an alien, a telescope and yes, even the nine planets. A great game for keeping little ones occupied while you’re holiday shopping or waiting for your plane to board, Starry Night is far-out. Oh, and in case you didn’t know, Pluto is now a “dwarf planet.” Don’t feel bad; I didn’t know either…
In a Nutshell: Don’t let the stars get in your eyes; this activity toy will keep astute kids engaged for what may feel like light years.
