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Play on Words, led by highly respected speech-language pathologist Sherry Artemenko, listed the Step2 Sand and Water Fun Farm as a Top 10 Play Advances Language (PAL) Award winner. This award recognizes products that encourages fun and creative play and children’s language development.

Sherry reviewed and testing the product with kids in July of this year. She also reviewed the Sizzlin’ Shape Kitchen and listed the product among the 2011 Top 100 winners.

You can read the full press release here.

Spring has sprung early this year at Step2! Part of the Spring 2011 collection is now available. From a toddler pool and patio café to the 10th anniversary edition of the Push Around Buggy, these new products will make your little ones want the warm weather to arrive much sooner than later!

Play & Shade Pool

Fun for all at this toddler pool party! Features two molded-in seats and molded-in designs at the bottom of pool that provide traction for little feet. Includes a 40″ (101.6 cm) umbrella that nests on the side of the pool providing shade and 3 funnel cups and a spinning water wheel that attach to the umbrella post.

Sand & Water Fun Farm

Have fun down on the farm! Features two compartments for both sand and water; plus the raised table helps keep feet dry. Includes farm figurines, tractor, two pull carts, shovel, barn, and funnel.

Play Up Picnic Cottage

This unique playhouse with fun picnic table, kitchen, and realistically styled décor features a molded-in picnic table with seats, half door, realistic electronic doorbell sounds, and pass-through mailbox. Kitchen area includes counter top, sink and faucet, molded-in cabinet, refrigerator, and oven details.

Push Around Buggy Anniversary Edition

Celebrate the 10th anniversary of the Push Around Buggy with this cute character edition. Features storage space under the hood and a seat belt for added security.

Naturally Playful® Little Dunes Sandbox

This fun, fully assembled sandbox with contemporary design and styling blends in with traditional landscapes in residential outdoor living areas. Features molded-in seats on either side that give kids a place to sit while playing. Includes a colorful lid that products sand from weather and pets.

Grill & Play Patio Café

This dual-sided outdoor kitchen combines a dining area and grill for a sizzlin’ good time! Features two attached stools, pretend charcoal grill, sink with swivel faucet, two stove top burners with clicking knobs, and a “Stainless steel” oven and refrigerator. Includes 40″ (101.6 cm) adjustable umbrella which provides protection from the sun.

What do you think of the new Spring toys?