Living / 21 April, 2018 / Christina Walter

Explore Space with These Fantastic Toys on International Astronomy Day

International Astronomy Day is a world-wide event intended to provide a means of interaction between the general public and various astronomy enthusiasts. Join in the fun with these fantastic toys and gadgets to provide your little astronomer some insight into the world of space though education or play.

Space Torch, Marks and Spencer

Quadrilla Space City Marble Run, Harrods

Playmobil City Action Space Satellite Meteoroid Laser Set, Mothercare

Rockets and Comets Board Game, Orchard Toys

Night Sky Projector, Natural History Museum Shop

‘Space Planet’ Wall Stickers by Oakdene Designs, Not on the High Street

Brainstorm Space Explorer Room Projector, John Lewis

Deep Space Home Planetarium & Projector, John Lewis

4M Kidz Labs Solar System Planetarium Model, Amazon

KidKraft Rocket Ship Wooden Play Set, Amazon

Brainstorm Toys RC Illuminated Moon, Argos

Solar System, Argos

Meade Infinity 70 Refractor Telescope, Currys

Rocky Rocket Kids Armchair, Cuckooland

In The Spotlight

Heelys Rolls Into Spring With New Collection

Heelys, the original two-in-one wheely shoe launched in 2000, is preparing for the upcoming Easter holidays with its new spring collection. Ideal for encouraging an active, healthy lifestyle, the stylish designs will ensure kids (big and small) will roll through the holidays with ease.

The collection consists of 19 designs, including three brand new Heelys shapes: Reserve Ex, Reserve Low and Pro 20 Half Flood. The Reserve Ex has a basketball shoe style, while the Reserve Low and Pro 20 Half Flood tap into the current Y2K trend for an extra chunky sole.

Match your Heelys to your mood, with designs split across two main aesthetics – a darker colour scheme vs. a lighter, spring-inspired palette. Think camouflage print, graffiti text and paint drips contrasting with pastel colours, tie-dye, metallic laces, foil and rainbow print.

Available in the UK and Europe on the Heelys website and retailers, the collection is available in sizes C12-7 across single or two-wheeled styles. RRPs range from £49.99 to £69.99.

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