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Lorianne Palinkas

Lorianne Palinkas

Lorianne Palinkas (she/her) is a writer for BestReviews who taught middle school for 20 years. As a teacher with a B.A. in English and an M.S. Ed. in English Education, she is an expert on what kids like and can offer opinions on everything from the best toys to the best books for all age groups. Playing with her favorite person in the world, her niece, Valerie, informs her reviews of all things for children. From Funko POP! to Harry Potter, she is a pop culture fanatic who uses her background in education to make creative, thoughtful, and sensible purchasing decisions.
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Best gifts for 7 year olds
 |  Apparel
Best gifts for 7 year olds
Seven-year-olds are creative, inquisitive and are just beginning to find a sense of self and inner confidence. As they learn reading and math skills at school, they are able…
Best gifts for 14 year olds
 |  Apparel
Best gifts for 14 year olds
Fourteen year olds are on the cusp of their childhood and teenage years. Many are inquisitive and introspective. With many kids beginning high school at this age, they are…
Best 'PAW Patrol' pajamas
 |  Apparel
Best 'PAW Patrol' pajamas
PAW Patrol! PAW Patrol! We'll be there on the double!" When you need help getting a child to sleep, the PAW Patrol is ready to rescue you with their versions of cozy…
Best Pocahontas doll
 |  Toys & Games
Best Pocahontas doll
Pocahontas is one of the more unique Disney princesses because she is the only one based on a real-life figure. Adventurous and fearless, Pocahontas could not wait to see…
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