Tops in Pops: Mr. Dad Announces 2007 Father’s Day Seal of Approval Winners

Oakland, CA — What do chess pieces filled with hidden treats, animal couples marching side by side, and a two-foot tall construction crane have in common? All three are among the winners of the 2007 Father's Day Mr. Dad Seal of Approval, a national service created by Armin Brott, America's Most Trusted Dad.

While some dads are happy with traditional Father's Day fare such as power tools and ties, what most really want, says Brott, are enriching things — games, toys, activities — that would help them maximize the limited time they have to spend with their families and enrich their father/child relationships.

"We created the Seal of Approval in response to hundreds of our readers and listeners, who asked us to recommend quality products," explains Brott. He and his team choose winning entries that meet or exceed the criteria that support Mr. Dad's mission: they give men the resources, tools, and information they need to be the fathers they want to be and that their families need them to be.

"After evaluating more than 100 Seal of Approval entries," says Brott, "we selected forty-five products that were created by thirty-two manufacturers. We thought they did the best job of bringing dads and their children closer together — just in time for Father's Day."

Just in time for Father's Day, Brott is available for interviews to discuss the selection process, the winners, and the Seal of Approval itself.

Some more of Mr. Dad's top choices for this Father's Day include:

• Noah's Pals animals
• CARES (Child Aviation Restraint System)
• Wild Planet's exciting Hyper Dash game
• MEGA Brands' Cat Super Tower Crane
• Moonjar's Classic Moneybox

The complete list is available at http://www.MrDad.com/seal

"When I heard about the opportunity to compete for a coveted spot on the Mr. Dad Seal of Approval list, I urged all of my clients to enter," said Lisa Orman, president of KidStuff Public Relations, a boutique agency that specializes in publicizing children's products and services. "I really appreciate that these products were chosen by Mr. Dad as wonderful things for a father to enjoy with his child."

Mr. Dad is now accepting applicants for the 2007-2008 Holiday Seal of Approval. The winners will be announced just after Thanksgiving, 2007.

For additional information on the Mr. Dad Seal of Approval, or to schedule an interview with Armin Brott, please contact June Elliot or visit www.mrdad.com/seal

About "Mr. Dad" Armin Brott

Armin Brott is the country's leading expert on fathers and families. His seven best-selling books have helped millions of men around the world build strong relationships with their children and family. His titles include, "The Expectant Father" and "The New Father: A Dad's Guide to the First Year." His newest book, "Fathering Your School Age Child: A Dad's Guide to the Wonder Years, 3-9" was just released this week. Brott has written on parenting and fatherhood for hundreds of national and local publications. He hosts "Positive Parenting," a nationally distributed weekly talk show, and writes a nationally syndicated column, "Ask Mr. Dad." The father of three, Brott lives with his family in Oakland, California. More information can be found at http://www.mrdad.com.


Contact:
June Elliot
MrDad.com
1-800-MISTER-DAD (647-8373)

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