Pretendables by M.O.G. Kids Recognized by Leading Parenting Publications: Winner of 9 Preferred Choice Awards

Pretendables, a unique book and toy set combining a book, CD-ROM, toy and costume in a single package, has been recognized by two leading parenting magazines and has been awarded nine Preferred Choice Awards by Creative Child, a publication focused on nurturing creativity in children.

New York, NY (PRWEB) February 9, 2005 -- The Pretendables graces the editorial pages of the February issue of Parenting and appears in the winter issues of Family Digest and Creative Child. The Pretendables received its Preferred Choice Awards from Creative Child in the Pretend and Dress-Up" category. Pretendables titles receiving recognition from the publication are:

- Freddy & Fiona: Firefighter
- Patrick & Pennie: Police Officer
- Eric & Ellie: Old West
- Billy & Bonny: Basketball
- Michael & Maggie Make Believe: Magic
- Sammy & Sharon: Safety
- Eric & Ellie Explorer: Egypt
- Peter & Peggy: Pilot
- Victor & Vikki: Veterinarian

The Pretendables is based on the premise, you are what you read." The innovative series invites children ages 3-6 to enjoy the story in the book, dress up in the enclosed apparel, role play with the toys and interact with their parents or friends. In this warm and wonderful way, Pretendables introduces them to exciting careers and adventures--from Professional to Public Service, Explorer to Sports Figure. Careers are explained and demonstrated by unique characters featured in each book and its corresponding CD-ROM. Pretendables carefully selected components and sweet story themes inspire a childs most precious gift -- imagination-while at the same time encouraging a love of reading.

We are thrilled and honored that Pretendables has been recognized by these prestigious publications," said Steven Fink, president of M.O.G. Kids, an exciting new children's educational product development company, and creator of the Pretendables.

The February and winter issues of Parenting, Family Digest and Creative Child are currently on newsstands. For more information about M.O.G Kids, please visit www.mogkids.com.

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