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All kids love toys, and if your little one loves toys with four wheels, then this top 5 is the perfect list for you. Find them their dream car toy, and they'll be a pro-driver before you can even say the words, driving lessons.

Lightening McQueen toddler bed

Not only does it have striking red paintwork and a shiny set of wheels, but this bed even has its very own lightening strike! This practical yet fun car bed is perfect for tots who don't like going to sleep. You'll never have to suffer from that bed time battle again when they have this cool car waiting for them upstairs!

Scalextric

Perfect if your child has a creative streak, the scalextric allows them to build their own track and decorate their cars. If you have more than one child, this toy is great to get them playing together. A scalextric won't take up much room, as it can be dismantled and stored away after use.

Ride on cars

If you have a big back yard, you could treat your little ones to their very own mini car. they come battery powered or pedaled and, although they are expensive, they'll provide hours of fun. You can also get hold of motorcycles, quads, and even golf buggies for your kids to zoom around on. Just make sure they don't forget to put their helmet on!

Puzzles

Car toys don't have to be large and expensive. There are tones of car puzzles out there for your children to enjoy. Watch their faces light up as they get that missing piece in place, creating the image of their future dream car!

Remote controlled car

A remote controlled car is the perfect, smaller and cheaper alternative to the ride on car. The kids will be whizzing around the garden after their car or truck as they navigate the back yard with their remote. Fun for all the family, the remote controlled car will keep them entertained for hours. If on-road isn't their thing, you can also get remote controlled helicopters!

** This is a guest post, written by Isabelle Guarella from PassSmart.com

Despite the many obstacles a mother has to endure to raise her child, it is still one of the most rewarding obligations an adult can have. Being a mother, it’s a natural instinct to keep your child safe from harm, and you’ll go through whatever lengths to teach your children how to be safe. There are many lessons to be taught, but in this article we’ll be discussing some basic home security tips for your little ones.  (Because that’s what they’ll always be to you)

When it comes to being a crime victim, there’s no age limit.  Kids are going back to school, and parents are working longer hours to support their household, leaving more and more children and teens arriving to an empty home after school.

Kids should be taught some basic home security tips, so the chance of your kids becoming a victim is slim to none.  Preparing your child for an emergency can be one of the most important things you can speak to your child about being safe.

Here are 8 basic home security safety tips that you can speak to your child about for keeping them safe at home:

1. In the event of an emergency, make sure your child knows how to call 9-1-1.
2. Make sure your child has a contact phone number where you can be reached.
3. If home alone, it’s good to teach your child to never answer the door or phone unless it’s a family member or close friend.
4. Never let anyone know that you’re home alone.
5. Instruct your child on how to properly arm and disarm the home security systems when coming home.
6. Never leave the house or yard without permission.
7. Make sure all windows and doors are locked, including the garage door that leads into the home.
8. Make sure your child knows their full name, phone number, and address.

It’s imperative to take care of your children.  Mothers need to make sure that their kids recognize basic home security and safety rules, and obey them.  When it comes to protecting your family and home, taking the time to speak with your children about home security is never a waste of time.  With the tips provided above, you’ll have a safer child and well protected in the end.

** This guest post was written by Kevin Raposo, a blogger for SimpliSafe.  Kevin covers issues related to home security, crime, safety, and consumer issues.  Kevin is a dedicated writer and musician, spreading the word through music and blogging.  SimpliSafe is a leader in the wireless home security field.

As busy moms, we spend so much of our time taking care of the day-to-day things. We cook and clean, drive our kids to appointments and play dates, deal with sniffles, boo boos, and diapers. By the time we go to bed, exhausted, we know it is just a few short hours before have to wake up early and do it all over again.

In order to have the freedom to take care of the little tasks every day, you need to make sure that you deal with the bigger concerns that affect your family.  Money, housing, and safety issues are usually at the top of the list. You need to make sure that home security is at the top of that list too.

Your home needs to be protected at all times. Burglars don’t only strike at night, but they can break in while you are out running a quick errand during the day. They are sometimes even bold enough to walk into your house while you are home, grab your purse and phone off the table, and run out before you even notice.

There are some ways you can protect your family at all times, and make sure your home stays secure. Here are a few suggestions:

• Keep your doors locked at all times, even when you are at home.
• When someone knocks on your door and you don’t know who it is, check their ID first under the door or through the peephole. Don’t let them in if you don’t feel safe.
• Install a wireless security system in your home for protection and peace of mind.
• Don’t leave ladders and large tools outside your house – a burglar could use them to break in more easily.
• Make sure your children follow your safety and security rules
• Have smoke detectors on every floor of your house, and an extra one in the kitchen
• Make sure babysitters, relatives and guests follow your home security rules

These important safety tips can keep your home secure, and allow you to go about your day without worry. Threats to your family’s safety can come at any time, so you need to follow these rules and others consistently. Even pet theft is on the rise, and your children would be devastated to come home and find their furry or feathered friend missing. Make the right decisions and use home security measures every day.