One of the best features of this 5-in-1 Soft Seater set by Wesco is how the individual pieces can be manipulated. Fit them all together for one large play or rest pad, or split them up to accommodate a group. When play is done, stack them away.

They also have safety features such as an anti-slip base and fire retardant vinyl covers. I like the bright primary colors and simple geometric shapes. Don’t be surprised if you start seeing individual pieces in different rooms in the house. Your husband might find them very comfortable as an ottoman, or you might think of using one in the exercise room to use as a body support for your warm-up routine.

The soft seating set is made from high density foam with vinyl covers that are fire redardant and can easily be cleaned with soapy water. Each pad has an anti-slip base. The seating set measures 10″H x 44″W x 44″D overall and costs $405 at www.allchildrensfurniure.com.

I never liked having my children playing with anything that was heavy, had sharp or pointed edges or was made from any kind of material that could splinter or crack. No matter how much they told me they would be careful and not poke their brother or sister (or themselves), I was adamant.  But I think I would have been at ease giving this Mulitcolor Foam Block Toy Set to them to play with.

This 180 piece Multicolor Blocks by Edushape are soft, colorful, light blocks and textured animals. It is excellent for developing motor coordination, creativity, and understanding of geometric shapes. Children can create and recreate ever changing environments. Make sure you find an appropriate storage container for these 180 pieces. Anything from a laundry basket to a plastic bin will do. Just make it readily accessible to your child for play and clean up.

This toy is appropriate for ages 2 and up and is available for $64.95 at SensoryEdge.com.