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Glow-In-The-Dark Jumbo Magnatab

This is not the first version of the Magnatab concept we have seen, but it is the first with this unique Glow-In-The-Dark design. It entertained our child testers so much that they actually forgot about their other screen options for a time. This Magnatab is very much a “free-style” experience; your children can draw whatever […]

Moluk Pluï Rain Cloud

The Moluk Pluï Rain Cloud is a unique, innovative and educational toy that really raises the bar for other educational toys. Not only does this toy inspire learning, it does so in a simple, no frills manner. If your child has ever expressed wonder during a rainstorm about how and why it rains, then here’s

Moluk Oogi

Moluk Oogi

In a world filled with fidget spinners and stress balls, the Moluk Oogi is right at home. Neatly packaged in a simple box, with clear instructions, the Oogi is a great toy for kids who always need to be doing something with their hands and is perfect as an alternative to screens. It’s a pretty

Harry Potter Wizard Training Wands

This line of Wizard Wands is, without a doubt, going to be the #1 wished for toy of every Harry Potter fan. Imagine being able to conjure spells with Harry’s own wand, or how about Albus Dumbledore or even the infamous Lord Voldemort’s wizard wand. There are 5 modes of play, 11 spells to cast

My Friend Nancy

My Friend Nancy

Fancy Nancy is not your average doll. From the curls in her hair to the freckles on her face, to the trim on her dress, right down to the butterflies on her shoes, Fancy Nancy is absolutely adorable in her own unique way. Her outfit is bright and colorful with fun sparkles mixed in, and

Disneys Maximus

Disneys Maximus

Disney’s Maximus would be a great addition to your Disney lover’s large playroom! Don’t let the small picture mislead you, this is not a tiny figurine. This child-sized (2′ tall) horse is designed for big fans of Maximus, Rapunzel and/or any horse loving child. Parents were impressed at how sturdy Maximus proved to be. A

Shopkins Cuties Cars S3 Spa Wash Playset

Shopkins have integrated themselves into the lives of so many little girls that the release of each new set is an eagerly anticipated event. The Splash n Go Spa Wash is no exception. It all starts with the packaging which is so inviting with vibrant and exuberant colors, pictures, see-through window and descriptions. What makes

Treasure X Single Pack

The Treasure X Single Pack is an entertaining archeological dig project with broad appeal. This is a multi-layered project that provides more than just a few minutes of interactive entertainment. The concept here is that the child pretends to be a treasure hunter. During the search, your child will stumble on the remains of other

Pikmi Pops S3 Style Series Surprise Packs

There’s no escaping Pikmi Pops which have catapulted into a genuine sensation with elementary aged girls. Pikmi Pops S3 Style Series Surprise Packs wont do anything to slow down that speeding train. The pops (imagine a very large lollipop) are filled with tiny surprises that delighted our young testers. Without a doubt, the mystery and

Oober Oonies Starter Pack

If you feel like your kids have seen and done it all in the crafting world, hold the train, you have to check out Oober Oonies, fun little inflatable balloons that you can use over and over again. This starter kit includes all you need to create and personalize your very own Oonie. The pack

HOW IT WORKS

 

A Seal of Approval review involves a multi-step process conducted over an eight-week period.

Parents and children, experience and review submitted products and services either already released or coming to market.

Participants fill out questionnaires for each product or service they test. They score based on 13 levels of criteria including quality, appeal, design, price, packaging, directions, desirability, stimulation, replay factor, and more. Results are based on both statistical averaging and comments received by testers.

There are three testing periods each year:

Report Period Testing Begins Submission Deadline Testing Ends Report Issued
SPRING ’24 February 15th March 13th April 19th May 8th
FALL ’24 June 1st June 24th July 31st August 15th
HOLIDAY ’24 September 1st September 24th October 31st November 15th

Each submission must be accompanied by a $295 product testing fee (we offer multiple submission discounts). This fee covers the cost of testing, nothing more. It is non-refundable and has no bearing on the result of the testing. Additionally, we require three samples of the product or access codes for online submissions.

FYI about the Seal of Approval

* The Seal’s winners will be announced in a media release distributed to over 4,700 media outlets, including Facebook, Mommy bloggers, TV stations, newspapers, and parenting influencers.

* The report is forwarded to buyers at over 350 major retail and online stores including Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Amazon features Seal winners on product pages.

* Each report is featured on TNPC’s website as well as TNPC’s Twitter & Instagram accounts and Facebook Page.

* Links to company websites and a license to utilize the trademarked Seal of Approval artwork on marketing, packaging and web design are available exclusively to Seal winners for additional fees.

* Submitting a product does not secure or guarantee being awarded a Seal of Approval

To submit a product click here.

HOW IT WORKS

 

A Seal of Approval review involves a multi-step process conducted over an eight-week period.

Parents and children, experience and review submitted products and services either already released or coming to market.

Participants fill out questionnaires for each product or service they test. They score based on 13 levels of criteria including quality, appeal, design, price, packaging, directions, desirability, stimulation, replay factor, and more. Results are based on both statistical averaging and comments received by testers.

There was three testing periods each year:

Each submission was accompanied by a small product testing fee (we offered multiple submission discounts). This fee covers the cost of testing, nothing more.

FYI about the Seal of Approval

* The Seal’s winners was announced in a media release distributed to over many media outlets, including Facebook, Mommy bloggers, TV stations, newspapers, and parenting influencers.

* The report were forwarded to buyers retail and online stores including Amazon, Walmart, and Target. Amazon features Seal winners on product pages.

* Each report were featured on TNPC’s website as well as TNPC’s Twitter & Instagram accounts and Facebook Page.

HOW IT WORKS

 

A Seal of Approval review involves a multi-step process conducted over an eight-week period.

Parents and children, experience and review submitted products and services either already released or coming to market.

Participants fill out questionnaires for each product or service they test. They score based on 13 levels of criteria including quality, appeal, design, price, packaging, directions, desirability, stimulation, replay factor and more. Results are based on both statistical averaging and comments received by testers.

There are three testing periods each year:

Report Period Testing Begins Submission Deadline Testing Ends Report Issued
SPRING ’23 February 15th March 10th April 24th May 10th
FALL ’23 June 1st June 23rd July 31st August 16th
HOLIDAY ’23 September 1st September 22nd October 30th November 15th

Each submission must be accompanied by a $295 product testing fee (we offer multiple submission discounts). This fee covers the cost of testing, nothing more. It is non-refundable and has no bearing on the result of the testing. Additionally, we require three samples of the product or access codes for online submissions.

FYI about the Seal of Approval

* Winners of the Seal will be announced in a media release which is distributed to over 4700 media outlets including Facebook, Mommy bloggers and TV station websites.

* The report is forwarded to buyers at over 350 major retail and on-line stores including Amazon, Walmart and Target. Amazon features Seal winners on product pages.

* Each report is featured at TNPC’s web site as well as TNPC’s Twitter & Instagram accounts and Facebook Page.

* Links to company websites and a license to utilize the trademarked Seal of Approval artwork on marketing, packaging and web design are available exclusively to Seal winners for additional fees.

* Submitting a product does not secure or guarantee being awarded a Seal of Approval

To submit a product click here.

HOW IT WORKS

A Seal of Approval review involves a multi-step process conducted over an eight-week period.

Parents and children, experience and review submitted products and services either already released or coming to market.

Participants fill out questionnaires for each product or service they test. They score based on 13 levels of criteria including quality, appeal, design, price, packaging, directions, desirability, stimulation, replay factor and more. Results are based on both statistical averaging and comments received by testers.

There are three testing periods each year:

Report Period

SPRING '24

FALL ‘24

HOLIDAY ‘24

Testing Begins

February 15th

June 1st

September 1st

Submission Deadline

March 13th

June 23rd

September 24th

Testing Ends

April 26th

July 31st

October 31st

Report Issued

May 14th

August 15th

November 15th

Each submission must be accompanied by a $295 product testing fee (we offer multiple submission discounts). This fee covers the cost of testing, nothing more. It is non-refundable and has no bearing on the result of the testing. Additionally, we require three samples of the product or access codes for online submissions.

FYI about the Seal of Approval

* Winners of the Seal will be announced in a media release which is distributed to over 4700 media outlets including Facebook, Mommy bloggers and TV station websites.

* The report is forwarded to buyers at over 350 major retail and on-line stores including Amazon, Walmart and Target. Amazon features Seal winners on product pages.

* Each report is featured at TNPC’s web site as well as TNPC’s Twitter & Instagram accounts and Facebook Page.

* Links to company websites and a license to utilize the trademarked Seal of Approval artwork on marketing, packaging and web design are available exclusively to Seal winners for additional fees.

* Submitting a product does not secure or guarantee being awarded a Seal of Approval

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