Just as soon as baby stole the key to your heart, she was angling for the set to your car.

Hand over Kleynimals instead, the new stainless steel animal-shaped teether, er, keys for gumming babies.

The jingly-jangly ring comes with keys resembling an elephant, giraffe, and lion. Instead of the sharp, germy, lead-filled keys you put into your ignition, your little locksmith will get a nontoxic, ecofriendly, and equally satisfying food-grade stainless steel that’s safe for her mouth.

Plus, they can be tossed in the dishwasher. Would we steer you wrong?

Available online at kleynimals.com, $24.

DIG IN
Buzz Bakery Brownies
What: A new, expanded range of baked goods loaded with peanut butter, toasted marshmallows, and other sweet ingredients.
Why: Watch how quickly the s’mores-inspired ones disappear.
When: Daily, 6 a.m.-midnight.
Where: 901 Slaters Ln., Alexandria (703-600-2899).

HOP
The Year of the Rabbit
What: A special display of stones in honor of the Lunar New Year.
Why: Keep eyes peeled for rocks that resemble floppy-eared friends.
When: Sat.-Mar. 27. Daily, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
Where: The United States National Arboretum, National Bonsai & Penjing Museum, 3501 New York Ave. NE, at Bladensburg Rd. (202-245-2726). Admission is free.

HEAR
Folktales from Africa to the Americas
What: Listen to a few of Baba-C’s traditional West African, Afro-Brazilian, and Gullah fables.
Why: The master storyteller is a pro at sneaking in a few lessons.
When: Sat., 10:30 a.m.
Where: The Anacostia Community Museum, 1901 Fort Pl. SE (202-633-4820). Admission is free.

Photo: Courtesy of Kleynimals

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