Disclaimer :: We received the Coco Village Wooden Mini Market pretend play set for review. All opinions are our own.
Our little ones haven’t spent much time at the supermarket lately for obvious reasons, so we decided we’d give them a little dose of market life in the comfort of their own home.
A Wooden Mini Market, that is…Perfect for pretend play!
Since the start of the pandemic, we’ve been talking non-stop about essential workers and how grocers have been working tirelessly so that they can provide a place for us to safely buy food for our families. The kiddos have a clear understanding of this, and have hung up their super hero capes and replaced them with aprons and broomsticks in honor of the true super heroes of today. (And besides… any chance to play dress up is always a win for our little peeps).
Meet our little physically distanced Grocer at the Coco Village Mini Market! Location: Corner of Charming Avenue and 2nd Street:
He was so eager to unbox this adorable Wooden Mini Market he quite literally bulldozed his way through the entire contents of foam protector. Here, you can spot a few foam balls on the floor and all over his face.
Nothing can bring him more joy.
That is, aside from having his most cherished person in the whole world happily engaging in some good ol’ fashioned pretend play with him.
Introducing, Coco Village‘s number one customer, Mini Market Mildred:
It really did not phase this 9 year old big sis in the least, that she was double the market’s size.
All that mattered was that her favorite little stink of a brother was serving HER for once! Talk about pretend play at its absolute finest.
This delightful Wooden Mini Market (found here) from our friends at Coco Village, paired with the world’s cutest Wooden Shopping Cart (and don’t even get me started on the ridiculously scrumptious Wooden Payment Machine – psst… get them all here!), has not only given our kids the opportunity to engage in very relevant pretend play (I see you, 2020), but coordinates flawlessly with our décor. We love how its overall aesthetic is suitable for any room in the house, matches our design sensibilities, and is compact enough to fit any space – big or small.
We love the fine details that make the Coco Village Wooden Mini Market so unique. From its meticulously designed awning, inviting warm tones, and its overall modern simplicity, this mini market will give all the neighboring markets a run for their money – especially in the category of pretend play!
We’re proud to stand behind this Canadian company who has created such quality pieces for our future generations. Not only is this set up packed with teachable moments (homeschool, anyone?), its undeniable quality can withstand the busy hands of a curious toddler.
Now do these kids look like they’ve been miserable, imprisoned at home, in the middle of a pandemic with nothing to fill their time with?
Not on your life!
Meanwhile, thanks to this must-have playroom item, I can keep my curious little monkey busy while I clean up the trail of snacks and toys he leaves behind, hunker down on homeschool planning, and finally check things off my mommy to-do list.
You’re going to want to get your hands on these just-like-real-life-but-only-better wooden toys at Coco Village, while supplies last! Be sure to take full advantage of our PROMO CODE: deb10 for an additional 10% off your entire purchase! And don’t forget to check out the rest of their amazing toys and beautifully designed products for your super stylin’ kiddos in their darling world of pretend play. Tell them Sass & Smalls sent ya!
This is the perfect opportunity to integrate education, play, and the real world around us. In the meantime, I am going to be signing off to enjoy and cherish these moments of pretend play in the best way I know how – by getting right in there myself!
Talk about an essential in the household!
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*Our little grocer and his fancy little customer, send a special and humble “thank you” to all the essential workers that are on the front lines of this global pandemic. You are showing up, so we can stay home and be safe. Stay well, stay safe, and God speed!
**Little Man‘s scrumptious bow tie and driver cap is from none other than our friends at Born to Love Clothing. Little Mama‘s BlackButterfly Kids Retro Dress and Mary Jane Flats
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I would like to buy the mini market but I am not able to find it using the link provided.
Could you please let me know where I can find it ?
Thank yiu