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IQ Baby's Whose House? Shape Sorter (14.99) from ABC Nursery Supplies ***

ABC Nursery Distribution, Unit 1, The Stadium Estate, Cradock Road, Luton LU4 0JF (01582 503503)

Tested by Monday Monkeys Toddler Group, Norwich

This is a nine-piece soft shape sorter, featuring vinyl animal shapes, beads and textured fabrics. It comes complete with a handle and zipper for easy storage. The manufacturer's recommended age range is newborn to three years.

Tester's report

All the children loved the colourful shapes and textiles. The babies enjoyed opening and shutting the lid and posting shapes through the top, while the older children correctly placed the shapes through the appropriate holes and enjoyed imaginative play with the animal shapes.

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