Top Christmas Toys 2008 Reviews

Nintendo DS Lite Cobalt / Black Review

2008-12-29T06:29:00.000-08:00

Nintendo DS Lite Cobalt / Black
From Nintendo

Customer Reviews

A great way to keep your brain busy!
I use it with the Brain Age game and is a great way to make me think! instead of riching out for the calculator all the time!
A great way to keep yourself busy when you have to wait at any place, like airports for example. Small enough to carry in your purse.

Best Game Syetem Ever!
This wonderful DS is the best thing I have bought in a long time and just knocked my socks off. It plays flawlessly and looks trendy and flashy. There are 100's of DS games available. I got this for my daughter and she is kind enough to let me play sometimes. She is in love with Sims, Brain Age 2, Napoleon Dynamite and the Imagine series for girls to learn about roles. This is worth every dime, is so portable and has so many game options that any age person can find a game to enjoy. It runs a really long time on a charge too.

great game!
I bought this for my kids (and myself) as a christmas present so they haven't opened it yet but I played around a bit (to make sure it works-right) and I love it! Excellent product and great seller. thanks amazon!

Technical Specs:

Size (closed): 133 millimeters (5.2 inches) wide, 73.9 millimeters (2.9 inches) long, 21.5 millimeters (0.85 inches) tall.
Top Screen: A backlit, 3-inch, transmissive TFT color LCD with 256 x 192 pixel resolution and .24 mm dot pitch, capable of displaying 260,000 colors.
Touch Screen: Same specs as top screen, but with a transparent analog touch screen.
Wireless Communication: IEEE 802.11 and Nintendo’s proprietary format; wireless range is 30 to 100 feet, depending on circumstances; multiple users can play multiplayer games using just one DS game card.
Controls: Touch screen, embedded microphone for voice recognition, A/B/X/Y face buttons, plus control pad, L/R shoulder buttons, Start and Select buttons. The stylus is 1 centimeter longer and 2 millimeters thicker than the stylus of the original Nintendo DS.
Input/Output: Ports for both Nintendo DS game cards and Game Boy Advance game paks, terminals for stereo headphones and microphone. A removable cover for the Game Boy Advance game pak slot provides added protection from dust and other foreign materials.
Other Features: Embedded PictoChat software that allows up to 16 users within local range of one another to chat at once; embedded real-time clock; date, time and alarm; touch-screen calibration.
CPUs: One ARM9 and one ARM7.
Sound: Stereo speakers providing virtual surround sound, depending on the software.
Battery: Lithium ion battery delivering five to 19 hours of play on a four-hour charge, depending on use; power-saving sleep mode; AC adapter.
Languages: English, Japanese, Spanish, French, German, Italian.

Mario Party DS Review

2008-12-28T06:31:00.000-08:00

Mario Party DS
From Nintendo

Customer Reviews

Great fun for kids
I bought this game for my daughter (9 years old), and it is by far her favorite Mario Brothers game. She lost it a while ago, and rather than get a new game, she insisted on replacing it. I'd say this is her top Nintendo DS game overall.

Great, especially if you have more than one kid with a DS
Nintendo games are probably the best games for the DS. The main reason is that they almost always let you play multiplayer (using more than one DS) with only one copy of the game. That is ceratinly one of the highlights of Mario Party. My kids love it, and we only need one copy for use with both DSes.

BEST GAME
This is the best game ever!
You get shrunk by Browser and you have to play on a giant board!
You can be Mario,Peach,Luigi,Wario,Waluigi,Yoshi,or Toad.You try to get as many stars as you can in 10 turns.Then you get bonus stars for who lands on the most green spaces,who wins the most mini games,who lands on the most friendship spaces,and more!!!!!!!I think this game is great for 6 and up(my sister is 6 and I am 8).If I were you, I would go buy "Mario Party"!

Features:

70 minigames and five themed game boards
DS allows touch control, microphone control and dual screen challenges
Users can play as one of eight characters: Mario, Luigi, Yoshi, Peach, Daisy, Toad, Wario and Waluigi
Much of the game can be shared wirelessly with friends by using only one game card

Nintendo DS Lite Metallic Rose Review

2008-12-27T06:25:00.000-08:00

Nintendo DS Lite Metallic Rose
From Nintendo

Customer Reviews

Features

DS Lite doesn't just play DS games – it also features an additional port for Game Boy Advance Game Paks
Get up to 19 hours continuous gameplay on one charge
Ready to take on the world? With Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, you can connect wirelessly, chat with friends while you play and compete with Nintendo DS owners across the globe. All you need to play is a Nintendo DS and a Wi-Fi-ready game
Twin ultra bright LCD screens that combine crisp, punchy colors, along with touch-screen technology on the lower screen
Powerful dual processors bring 3D graphics to life with lightning-fast rendering

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Dino Runner Triceratops

2008-12-27T06:23:00.000-08:00

Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Dino Runner Triceratops w/ Raphael
From Playmates

Customer Reviews

Tons of Fun...
My husband and I love this toy as much as our boys do. It is a big plus that it doesn't take batteries. And my boys love making the dinosaur walk. They spend hours each day playing with this toy. It is very durable. My husband accidently sat our couch on top of it and it didn't break!! The legs fell off but they snapped right back on. It is a great toy for dinosaur fans or Ninja Turtle fans.

Good and stable
My 4 yr old loves this. This is much stable and when reved up, goes to a far off distance, no matter on carpet or bare floor. Great way to introduce Ninja turtle cahracters to children. This is not just a dumb toy, it walks when you rev it up. The character on the top is dumb though. He doesn't do anything much. ;-)))

A+
I bought it for a 5 year old and he loved it. It was his favorite present at his B-Day

Product Description

Special ripcord action allows this dino to haul over 6'. Paleo Raphael features highly detailed battle armor, a lance and weaponry. He comes complete with Triceratops companion and is ready for some "dino-mite" battle action. Measures over 13" long.

Great Toys For Boys

Hasbro Playskool Wheel Pals Speed 'n Go Funway

2008-12-26T10:36:00.000-08:00

Hasbro Playskool Wheel Pals Speed 'n Go Funway
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Great Concept ...Poorly made
My son received this for his first Birthday. He was still a little young for it but loved watching his big sister (who is 4) play with it and finally learned how to make it spin on his own and did love it BUT it stopped spinning after less than 30 days. My husband took it apart and attempted to fix it but we could not determine the issue...a disappointment and not worth the money!

Perfect for our 2 yr old!
My son had wheel pal cars, so we bought this along with the triple track for his 2nd birthday in August. He loves it. It's the perfect toy for his age. He can operate it himself. He laughs and laughs as the cars go around. As yet, we have not had any problems with it. Hopefully we won't as he would be very disappointed.

Got this last year
We purchased this toy X-mas 2007 for our 16 month old. It is now quickly approaching X-mas 2008 & our 28 month old still plays with this on a regular basis. This is an extremely duarable toy which has stood up to a toddlers beatings as well as keeping him interested. If your child loves cars they will love this.

Features

This colorful racetrack was designed with your little toddler in mind ¿ with the press of just one button, your child can get the track spinning and hear exciting racing sounds and music
A whack of the bumper sends one of the two smiling racecars down the ramp and the race is on! And what racetrack would be complete without a Winner's Circle for the champion vehicle to go on display!
Handy car-storage areas and a built-in handle make it quick and easy to pack everything up and take the racing fun on the road!
Racetrack comes with 2 racecars, ramp, TONKA flag and instructions
Preschoolers LOVE this racetrack!

Great Toys For Boys

Playskool Wheel Pals Cushy Cruiser Pickup Review

2008-12-26T10:14:00.000-08:00

Playskool Wheel Pals Cushy Cruiser Pickup
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

My baby hated it
My baby hated this toy he became very frustrated with it because when he would try and push it it would fall over can anyone recommend a better toy truck?

soft truck
Was a great purchase, has good sound, cannot hurt the child or your furniture, could be a little easier for the child to make to sound, but overall I was very satified with how much my grandson had fun with it.

neat car
My one year old son likes this toy a lot. It makes car sounds that he now imitates. The car body is soft so if he falls on it or throws it across the room it doesn't cause any damage. The only thing I don't like about it is that if you push on the rear of it, the car flips. He seemed to be annoyed at that at first, but now he's getting the hang of it. This is a good, sturdy toy for kids interested in cars.

Product Description

Let the fun times roll with this soft and squeezable pickup truck that's easy for toddlers to grasp and hold. Press the front bumper and the truck makes beeping and engine sounds! Free-rolling wheels make it easy for toddlers to race off to the fun. Soft, colorful pickup truck is designed especially for toddlers and features fun electronic beeping and engine sounds. Requires 2 "AAA" batteries, included. Measures 6.25"L x 8.5"W x 8.75"H.

Features

Squeezable pickup truck
Easy for toddlers to grasp and hold
Press the front bumper to hear beeping and engine sounds
Includes 2 "AAA" batteries

Tonka Wheel Drivers Dump Truck

2008-12-26T09:21:00.000-08:00

Tonka Wheel Drivers Dump Truck
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Great first truck
This is a great durable truck and would make a wonderful first truck for a child. There are no sharp edges, it stands the test of time (and being beaten on), and it's fun for little ones. The noise it makes, though, is very loud so be forewarned! The wheels, when pushed, sound like cards on bicycle tires from your childhood.

Tonka
i bought this toy for my son's 2nd birthday and he loves it but i do hate the bumpy sound the wheels make.

Fun but loud
Although this toy is way fun and durable for our son, it's a bit loud. It makes an obnoxious pop pop pop sound as it moves forward which can really get on ones nerves when it's being pushed all around the house all day long. I think we're going to find a way to disable that noise. Yikes!

Features

Toddlers will enjoy putting the boulders into the truck bed and taking them out again and again
Older boys will love the easy-move lever for lots of dumping action, and driving their rigs with the working steering wheel that turns the front wheels
When the rear wheels turn, you can hear rumbling sounds!
Dump-truck toy features steering action and a dump bed that really tips
Tonka is a name mom's trust!

Hasbro Tonka Wheel Driver Scoot 'n Scoop 3-in-1 Ride-On

2008-12-26T06:18:00.000-08:00

Hasbro Tonka Wheel Driver Scoot 'n Scoop 3-in-1 Ride-On
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Grows with your child!
I'm all about toys that will last longer than a month. This tonka truck is a big hit with my son. We got it for him when he was 9 mo old and it was worth the money! At first he liked just standing and moving the objects like the key/blinker/horn for the noise. Now he loves practicing to walk with it. Eventually he will be able to ride on it too!
My only annoyance is that when the key is turned you have to wait awhile for the engine noise to stop. You can't just turn the key back to make it stop. It also seems a little loud and there's no volume control. I think it bothers me more than him.
Overall, he's having fun with this toy!

fun toy
We've had this toy for over a year now. My son loves the noises the steering wheel makes and loves that the truck picks up the shapes. However, he likes to push it sometimes and he likes to ride it. In order to move the seat from 'push' to 'sit' mode, it takes an adult (with two coordinated hands!) to change it. I have found this to be the most frustrating part of this toy. There should be a way to change settings without having to push two buttons and pull at the same time. In addition, it would help if there were some sort of braking mechanism. Other than that, my son - now 19 months old - absolutely loves it!

Okay
This toy was okay.

The sounds are VERY loud, so much so that the volume hurts our ears, we put packaging tape over the speakers to try to mute the noise to protect our son's ears. There is no way to turn off the sound except to remove batteries.

The seat is difficult to lift up for an adult; pretty much impossible for a toddler.

It would be nice if the truck came with 9-12 little blocks instead of only three. The storage under the seat would hold a lot more than 3. We've lost one so we're down to two.

Features

3-in-1 dump truck helps toddlers in transition from crawling to walking to riding
Scoops blocks into truck bed
Plastic pieces rearrange for separate play modes
Includes detachable wheel, 2 screws, 3 plastic blocks, and instructions
Recommended for children 9 months to 3 years old

Playskool Wheel Pals Triple Track Tower

2008-12-26T06:12:00.000-08:00

Playskool Wheel Pals Triple Track Tower
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

This is way overpriced!
I bought this for my son at Walmart for $15.77. Way to go Amazon living the American dream!! But during the holidays?? How sick can you get?

Kids have more fun pulling it apart
It's not a bad toy for the money. My 2 boys 3 & 1.5 will play with it for a moment (if it's put together) then they'll pull off all the ramps and flags & end connector. When I pick up toys, this toy is always in at least 2 different rooms. But they are interested again when it's back together.

Product Description

With three squeezable Wheel Pals racecars to zoom down three race tracks, there's sure to be an exciting finish every time. Race one, two or all three at once with fun racing sound effects. Give each vehicle a little squeeze and push it across the floor. Each roll-along friend greets your little one with a friendly expression.

Perfectly squeezable and sized just right for your toddler's hands, Wheel Pals encourage on-the-floor fun. The electronic racetrack encourages imaginative, hands-on play with 3 tracks, 3 racecars, finish line with checkered flag, starting gate and instructions. Requires 2 "AA" batteries (included).

Features

Electronic racetrack tower features exciting car racing sounds and comes with 3 tracks, 3 racecars, finish line with checkered flag, starting gate and instructions.
Includes 2 AA batteries
Ages 18 months and up.

Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Movin' Monkeys

2008-12-26T06:09:00.000-08:00

Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Movin' Monkeys
From Learning Resources

Customer Reviews

Grandma's favorite
As a grandma of 6 under 5 yr olds, I'm always looking for toys that keep them occupied and happy. Building sets have always been my favorites (Lincoln Logs, Tinker Toys, K'nex, etc). This looked different, but fun, so I tried it. Boy, am I glad I did! They love it! We did have to put together the whole big picture once, but after that they keep coming up with new ways to put it together to make the gears turn on the pads and in the trees. Although I can't speak about the longevity of the monkey gears since we haven't had it even a month yet, I can say that it is a favorite with me and with the grandchildren.

Should have listened
I know, everyone said that the parent will end up doing all of the work, but I held out hope that somehow my kids would sit down together and build this. But I was wrong. It really is a marvel once it is together, but I have wayyyy too much to do than sit for an hour putting this together, only to have it yanked apart. If you have a dedicated space to keep it together all of the time then that's great, but then again, how long can spinning monkeys hold a kids attention? I think I would have skipped this one.

Monkey Gears
Great toy to help open up the world of "how things work" for younger kids. Inspires imaginative play, problem solving, and cause & effect thought processes.

Product Description

There's nothing like monkeying around to get the creativity flowing! In this jungle-themed set, monkeys fly through the palm trees by their tails, then spin, twist and turn. Colorful set features plastic gears, crank, connectors and base plates for endless building possibilities. Kids develop their own gears jungle or use the easy-to-follow instructions. Includes 136 pieces.

Christmas Wish List 2008

Gears! Gears! Gears!® Beginner's Building Set

2008-12-25T16:46:00.000-08:00

Gears! Gears! Gears!® Beginner's Building Set
From Learning Resources

Customer Reviews

Excellent toy
My three year old asked for this toy for her birthday because she likes playing with it so much at school. It's amazing. Hours of fun, both building the gears and using the pieces for any number of other games. It's a terrific toy - providing educational entertainment for multiple aged kids and adults. Highly recommended.

My Grandson loves this toy
I got this for my Grandsons 5th birthday. He had no problem fitting the bits together and devised many ways to make the gears work. The family is able to enjoy playing with this as well. If your child enjoys building things this would be a great gift.

Product Description

The perfect beginning set! Heavy-duty plastic gears spin and twirl together in a colorful display that kids will find fascinating. This 95-piece set includes gears, pillars, crank, connectors and interlocking bases for endless building possibilities. For added fun, combine this set with the Gears Too! Add-On Set (sold separately).

Features

GEARS! GEARS! GEARS! ® provides many opportunities for young children to experiment with simple mechanics and science
Bright colors and easy-to-assemble pieces encourage children to create moving masterpieces
There are so many ways to build, children discover something new every time they play!
There are many different ways to arrange the bases; rows, pyramids, zigzags and more!
Includes pillars, connectors and cranks - Allows kids to explore the fascinating action that can be created with gears!

Christmas Wish List 2008

LeapFrog Learn & Groove Counting Maracas

2008-12-25T10:37:00.000-08:00

LeapFrog Learn & Groove Counting Maracas
From LeapFrog

Customer Reviews

What's up with only one singing maraca?
My daughters both love to bang the maraca that sings on anything and everything. They love watching it change colors and get excited when it gets through the colors or up to ten. I love how it can be changed from English to Spanish. It's been beaten up countless times and still functions perfectly. I just have one complaint - what is the deal with the non-singing maraca? The kids don't pay a bit of attention to it. In fact, I couldn't even tell you where it is right now! If both of them sang, it would be a perfect toy in my book.

A Little Disappointed
I had high hopes for these, but I am a little disappointed.

Only 1 of the maracas lights up and talks, and the other 1 only 'shakes'.

I expected more from LeapFrog.

Good Solid Toy
My daughter goes off and on with this toy, like any other toy, she likes to shake and hit it, not sure if she cares that it makes the music, she does like the maraca aspect to it. I could do withou the spanish and she flips the switch and then spanish comes out, talk about irritating.

Features

Shake and move to a learning groove!
Maracas provide lights, sounds and learning activities.
Features three ways to play: Counting, Colors and Music Play learning modes.
Music Play allows baby to explore creativity and open-ended play.
Introduces colors, vocabulary and counting 1-10 in English and Spanish.

Melissa and Doug 60-Piece Standard Unit Blocks

2008-12-25T10:04:00.000-08:00

Melissa and Doug 60-Piece Standard Unit Blocks
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

Wonderful toy for my two boys
We bought this toy in 2007 for Christmas when it was on sale. It is very heavy and durable. My two boys who are 2 and 3 really enjoyed it. There are a lot of blocks contained in this toy. The only negative that I could think about this toy is the blocks are heavy. We had a couple of "incidents" where the boys threw a block. You do not want to be on the other end.

We would buy this toy again and would recommend it for other people.

best blocks ever. Atleast compared to what we own
I have 2 other sets of blocks. One of which I assumed was standard unit sized. One of which I ordered online and it was much smaller then my "standard" ones. But whatever. They were fine.
Along comes another kid and we needed another set of blocks to have enough, so I got these to match my other standard blocks. Wrong. These are even bigger then the ones I had.Now I have 3 different sized blocks. But these are wonderful. I dont know what kind of wood they are made from, but they are heavy. Bad if your kid is a thrower I suppose, but we love it. The towers are more stable which makes building easier for the 3 year old... and due to the weight it makes knocking them down with nerf darts more challenging for the older kids. I dont notice any odor, staining or wood filler. The silly little pieces that are of no value but to up the count? Balony. My kid immediately grabbed the half circle, pretended it was a car and drove it all over smooth and bumpy roads ( the other blocks). Kept him busy for an hour, I kid you not.

I love these so much I'm considering another set and packing away my older,smaller,light weight ones.

Wow!
My Husband opened the package and he was amazed! The blocks were even better that he thought they'd be. (he got these for our boys).
He likes the big size of each block, sturdy, and colorless - that way you can easily see what you've built.
Glad we got 2 sets!

Features

60-piece standard unit block set allows children to build towers and towns
Stimulates creativity and hones basic motor skills
Features natural look; pieces are easy for little fingers to grasp
Excellent tool for teaching math concepts, organizational skills, sequential skills, and spatial relations
Includes 60 solid-wood pieces and wooden storage box

Christmas Wish List 2008

Dunk'n Cheer Basketball Review

2008-12-25T10:00:00.000-08:00

Dunk'n Cheer Basketball
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

Great toy!
Great toy. My 9 month old son loves to play with all the toys on it. My only complaint is that the base isn't heavy enough, when he slams on the hoop the whole toy falls over and hits him in the head.

Overall a good toy
This toy is easy to assemble and he loves to play with it and hear the audience cheer. The only drawback to this toy is that he would often pull the toy a little too much which would cause it to tip forward and smack him in the head. Now that he is a little older he doesn't do this, but I feel like they could have made the base a little sturdier to begin with. Overall though a good toy for the amount it cost.

Boy loves it!
This is a great product. My boy is almost 8 months old. It seems very well made and the batteries have lasted a long time. He enjoys playing with every feature on this toy. He is even making a few baskets now and then. I like the adjustability feature and he can grow into it as time goes on. Its a great starting toy until hes walking and can really "dunk" a basketball.

Features

Brilliant Basics Dunk'n Cheer Basketball gets baby in the game!
When baby makes a slam dunk and pushes down on the hoop, the crowd on the backboard goes wild and leaps to their feet.
Realistic crowd cheers also reward baby with every basket.
4-position post allows sitting babies to play put-and-take basketball, then as baby grows, standing babies can shoot for the hoop.
On the backboard, baby can play with the basketball slider, 2 rolling scorekeeping drums, and a wiggly-giggly teammate. Comes with 2 soft basketballs.

Christmas Wish List 2008

LeapFrog Learn & Groove Animal Sounds Guitar

2008-12-25T07:15:00.000-08:00

LeapFrog Learn & Groove Animal Sounds Guitar
From LeapFrog

Customer Reviews

Cute toy!
My 18 mo. son liked this toy very much, he is now 25 mos. and he has outgrown it, he still plays with it sometimes. It entertains him for 5 minutes at a time. The colors and music are fun, the woman's voice gets annoying after some time but then again, the toy is not for me. It's been through war and still works great. It has numbers, letters and songs to choose from and the spanish feature has taught my 5 year old some spanish.

A good music toy
I intended to buy this guitar for my 6 month old baby, but it turns out that her 6 year old sister also loves it. The big sister often plays the guitar and the younger one laughes and kicks her feet to rymth with the music.

Cute and Fun
This is a fun toy for about a ten month + age child. The good thing about it is that it is portable. The child I purchased this for had a little piano that isn't portable. He likes this just about as well. It has a stret button, and a lever that plays fill in background chords. He likes the music part the best, but it also has an animal sounds mode, and Spanish. It would be better if it had more variations on the songs. Or more songs.

Product Description

Sing away while the animals play! Through rhythm, rhyme and sing-along songs, little ones can rock out and sharpen learning skills like counting, numbers and animal sound recognition. Younger learners can play with the guitar on the floor, pressing the fret buttons and turning the knob in the center. Older tots can engage in true rock-star style, holding the guitar while it plays. Three fun learning modes can be used in both English and Spanish. In Number Mode, whimsical songs introduce counting. Animal Mode helps kids make the connection between animals and their sounds. And Music Play Mode encourages tuneful freeplay as kids jig along to a lively rendition of "Old MacDonald" while activating a chorus of wacky animal sounds. Requires 3 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 13.5" x 6.5".

Creative Designs HM Styling Head

2008-12-24T16:54:00.000-08:00

Creative Designs HM Styling Head
From Creative Designs

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #6266 in Toys & Games
Brand: Creative Designs
Model: 62512
Released on: 2008-09-22

Features

It's almost time for the concert and you get to style Hannah Montana's hair
Includes 3 hair extensions and brush
Have fun dressing Hannah up with nail polish, lip gloss, microphone lip gloss, eye shadow, body gel and eye shadow applicator
Features necklace and bangle accessories
Plays Hannah’s hit song "We Got the Party!"
Batteries Required (Sold Separately): 2 AA Batteries

Hasbro Playskool Step Start Walk 'n Ride

2008-12-24T16:52:00.000-08:00

Hasbro Playskool Step Start Walk 'n Ride
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Great as a ride-on, Not so much as a walker
We have this toy for my 31-month-old and my 9 month old and they both love it. It is not very steady when used as a push toy but is tons of fun as a ride on. It has even supported me sitting on it when my daughter has insisted I do so! I'm still trying to figure out what exactly is supposed to fit in the storage compartment up front.

Tough but yet light enough to handle easily!
I have an older blue model and it is great. My first daughter absolutely loved it and now the second one also. Super tough and still in awesome shape after 3 years. My older one used to put her pacifier in the front compartment to make sure it traveled with her.
It is light and easy for the little ones to turn and pull out when stuck somewhere. Only drawback on the lightness is, that if you have laminated floors, which tend to be a little slippery, it moves a little bit too fast in the early stages. But my second daughter quickly overcame that.
I think it is an awesome buy for the money and then it double as a ride-on car - How cool is that? Now the older one is pushing the little one on it.

Good Buy
I got this toy for my son when he was 9 months old. He likes to push it around his room and sit on it. We also put it in the standing position, and he is still trying to get the hang of it. I recomend this toy for the good value, 2 positions, and durability.

Features

Includes two toys in one - The sturdy, stable walker helps babies learn to stand and walk
Converts to baby's first ride-on toy, with a locking mechanism only parents can activate
Features hands-on activities in both the walker and ride-on modes
Kids can see fascinating sights, hear silly sounds and touch interesting textures
Comes with a soft antenna, colorful spinner, clicking gearshift and storage area under the hood

Fisher-Price Brilliant Basics Baby's First Blocks

2008-12-24T11:20:00.000-08:00

Fisher-Price Brilliant Basics Baby's First Blocks
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

A good choice
This was given to my 15 month old for Christmas, and he likes it a lot. He can get some of the shapes in and is still working on figuring out the others. He is fascinated by putting other toys in the bucket, and taking them out, and putting them in, and so on. It seems very durable, and I appreciate the fact that it doesn't make annoying and useless noise like so many children's toys do. The reason I didn't give it quite five stars is because he enjoys it a lot but doesn't LOVE it.

Great fun!
Like most other young infants, our daughter prefers to pull the top off, dump the blocks out, and chew on everything. She's 8 mos now, so I figure in a few more months or so she might just start trying to figure it out. She loves it though...so we do too! I actually like the fact that the lid comes off so easily. If it didn't, she might not play with it at all yet. Afterall, what baby wants to play with something frustrating? :)

Not horrible, but there are better out there
There isn't much to say about a shape sorter - they are (in general) great for young toddlers. It's one of the better early brain development toys, and any "game" where the goal is to put all the pieces away is something worth embracing.

That being said, most shape sorters aren't going to appear much different, so there is generally going to be one or two things that differ from one to the other. The Fisher Price model here has a rectangular base which stays firm, and comes with a carrying handle (which is nice, I guess.) The shape blocks have a small hole in the middle to make it a little less of a choking hazard.

However the major flaw with the product is the top of the sorter. It is easily removable, even by accident. Just pulling up on the top through the holes can pull off the top, eliminating any of the "challenge" of putting the blocks through the holes. I guess you could say the real brain development of this toy is whether they can figure out how easy it is to just remove the top.

I would think most toddlers don't want to take the cheap way out, so if you can find this cheap enough here (or need the immediate gratification of finding it in a brick & mortar store) then it's not a horrible pick, but if you're looking for a shower gift, I'd highly recommend the Tolo Rolling Shape Sorter instead. For a few dollars more, you get a much better product with locking tops (both sides) and rattling blocks.

Features

Baby can sort and stack and learn to identify and match shapes
Filling the bucket with blocks, dumping them out, and starting over is great for eye-hand coordination and other early skills
Ten bright blocks are ready for baby to drop into the open bucket or through the shape-sorting lid
Learning Blocks
Interactive learning aid

Hasbro Playskool Let's Play Together Go & Grow

2008-12-24T11:07:00.000-08:00

Hasbro Playskool Let's Play Together Go & Grow Giraffe
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Fun to play with
I got this for my niece. She did not get on it intially but as she saw it couple of times she got on it and now she is not letting it go. Lots of fun.

Sturdy, safe, and fun
I picked this up for my 10-month old girl. At about 20 lbs, she was starting to pull herself up and stand while holding on to the coffee table. We had retired the exersaucer and then the Jumperoo and it was time to find something else to sit her on by herself.

She didn't really take to it right away - at first she would only sit on it backwards while holding the tail-handle. But after a few days she was sitting front-facing and kicking up her feet. She just loves it now, and can sit on it for about five to ten minutes depending on her mood.

The giraffe (I call it a zebra or a horse usually because, except for the spots, it doesn't look like a giraffe - it has a short neck) is a great toy for several reasons. It is wide enough that she doesn't fall off, but can climb off if she concentrates. She likes to plant her feet on the ground and stand up while holding the handles - so it is helping her strengthen her legs and learn to stand. It rocks a little, but does not really slide - really it allows just the right amount of movement. Basically, she is pretty safely immobile without feeling trapped.

There is also a little compartment in the back where baby can stash a couple of toys, and for some reason she really gets a kick out of putting things in there and taking them out again.

The giraffe is quite sturdy (you do have to put it together yourself, which really means snapping five or six pieces together and screwing them down tight), and is compact and cute enough to leave out in the open without really bothering anybody or getting in the way.

I would highly recommend this for a youngster, they'll probably find even more ways to enjoy it.

Best present she got.
I bought this for my friend's daughter last year; she's 16 months now. She loved it. My friend said is was the best present she got. Plus it was only 10 dollars with free shipping

Features

The Go & Grow Giraffe works as both a chair--and a rocker!
Two-in-one giraffe grows with your child, changing from a fun sitting spot to a rocker - and is a great place to engage in together-time fun!
This friendly giraffe is the ideal two-in-one toy for playing alone or sharing together-time fun!
Adult assembly required - Maximum weight: 42 lbs

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Barbie Girls MP3 Player - Gold

2008-12-24T07:40:00.000-08:00

Barbie Girls MP3 Player - Gold
From Mattel

Customer Reviews

Great MP3 player and Barbie
Amazingly, this is actually a great MP3 player. Kind of reminds me of the Apple iPod Shuffle, but with a giant barbie girl figure on it. You just connect the device to the computer, and drag and drop your mp3s into the Barbie Girl folder and viola! you have music on the mp3 player. It's that simple. Comes with a cd to help you rip music and transfer also if you need help. It's very durable, and the girls will love it. It also has a miniSD memory card slot that will allow you to insert an additional 2GB of memory into it if you choose to.

Its both functional, and cute. Definitely worth getting!!!

Good MP3 for kids:)
About a year ago i purchased this mp3 player for my 5yr old. It has been through the ringer with her and it is still working great. She Loves It. I caught these on sale last week on Amazon for [...] and picked up 3 more. One for my youngest daughter,and the other for my neices. With any product you are going to find reviews of bad experiences but ours has been wonderful.

The cutest MP3 Player ever
I bought this gift for my granddaughter and was surprised at how cute it was. I thought about saving it for myself. She is going to love itttttttt!!!!!!! I wish I was four..

At barbiegirls.com girls can create their own, personalized online space—everything from designing a "room" to creating a character—where they can then play games, chat with gal pals, watch videos, and even shop with earned virtual money. Word filters, moderation tools, and other safety features ensure that the virtual world stays friendly and fun to all visitors, but the added security and benefits of this Barbie Girl device are ingenious.

Create a look that’s all your own -- from hair, eyes, and skin tone to clothing, accessories, and makeup.

The Barbie Girl device is basically an MP3 player with attitude. First, it offers a range of customizable fashions and accessories, delivering the next generation of fashion doll play. Second, it is a music device with 512 MB of on-board memory (able to hold about 120 MP3 or 240 WMA-file songs). Third, the Barbie Girl device acts as a "key" for girls who have a room on barbiegirls.com. Girls who have this device and who have physically connected them into one another’s computer docking stations can become "best friends" and chat in "secret." It adds a more personal touch to the site experience and an extra layer of safety for parents. The device comes with a secret code, as well, that once entered on the site can allow its user to unlock additional pets, games, hangouts, fashions, and more. To get additional secret codes, girls will have to buy more Barbie accessories, hunt them down on the Internet, or possibly ask their new online friends.

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Vtech - Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker

2008-12-24T07:03:00.000-08:00

Vtech - Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker
From V Tech

Customer Reviews

Great toy
My daughter is now 11 months old and has had this toy since she was 9 months. She has enjoyed playing with it before she was able to use the walker and now she is walking and she still pushes it around. The front snaps off for floor play and it keeps her entertained. It was definately money well spent. She still hasn't gotten sick of it ...

Awesome for little ones that are learning to walk!
This toy was instrumental in helping my son to walk. He pushed this toy all over the house day and night. The toys on it light up and make noises. There's an educational mode and a music mode. My son's favorite part is the phone. He pretends like he's talking to daddy. This toy is very sturdy. My son has pulled himself up on it numerous times and it's never tipped over. I also noticed that it doesn't seem to go too fast. Other walkers I've seen take off and leave the baby to fall on his face. This one is perfect. I recommend it to everyone. My son was walking on his own after 1 month of using this.

Product Description

With a barnyard of friends to cheer baby on, your little one will love learning to walk with the Sit-to-Stand Walker. Start her out with the easy-to-remove play panel for floor play or fun on the run. Then step it up with the fun-to-maneuver walker. A medley of fun awaits -- there are three spinning flowers, five piano keys, colorful rollers, three light-up shape sorters and a telephone handset. The Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker keeps baby on track by teaching shapes, colors, animals, music and more! Requires 3 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 5.8"L x 20.9"W x 15"D.

Features

5 piano keys play music notes
3 colorful spinning rollers
3 shape sorters and light-up shape buttons
Telephone handset, spinning gears and open/close barn door enhance role play fun
Recommended for children 6 months and above

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Vtech - V.Smile - Cinderella: Cinderella's Magic Wishes

2008-12-23T16:38:00.000-08:00

Vtech - V.Smile - Cinderella: Cinderella's Magic Wishes
From V Tech

Customer Reviews

Vsmile Smartridge: Cinderella Magic Wishes
My 4 year old daughter loves this Vsmile game! I agree with the other reviewers who say it is more appropriate for age 4-5 instead of age 6-8 and that it is not extremely educational. She has no trouble operating it without parental involvement and this is her first electronic game. It captures my daughter's attention and keeps her entertained! I bought her the Vsmile and games mainly for when we take car trips. She's only had hers since Christmas but we took a 3 hour car trip already and she played this game the entire trip! A great introductory electronic game!

V Smile Smartridge: Cinderella's Magic Wishes
If you've got a "Princess", then she's gotta have it!

excellent game
I purchased the v smile system as well as this game and my children
love it. They have played it about every day since Christmas. They are learning as well as having fun. It is a excellent choice.

Features

Make all of Cinderella¿s dreams come true! Kids lead a favorite princess in her magical transformation through fun games that teach music, creativity, spelling, mathematics, spatial skills and more.
Compatible with: V.Smile, V.Smile Pocket, V.Smile PC Pal, V.Smile Cyber Pocket and V.Motion gaming systems.
Teaches core curriculum for the earliest learners
Education based software helps your child learn while playing with their favorite characters.
Be sure to check out other popular titles available here on Amazon.com!

My Christmas Gift List 2008

V Tech - V.Smile Pocket Carry Case

2008-12-23T11:38:00.000-08:00

V Tech - V.Smile Pocket Carry Case
From V Tech

Customer Reviews

Good case for the price
I purchased this case for the Vtech VSmile and it works well if closed when it is not in use. It is hard to my kids to remember to close it each time they take the game out or put it in. When left open, everything falls out. I wish it was more of an open pouch like a bag with different compartments instead of opening all the way like a suitcase. Also, the section for extra batteries does not hold the batteries in place if you are not careful. I would like a better design but for the price & purpose, it works well and is very durable.

Happy with it
We purchased our v.smiles for Christmas and this was the perfect option to store and carry. My 3 & 5 yr old both carry and handle their own v.smiles while trading games too. The only thing I wish was that they had it in the pink color that matched the console. My daughter has a tag to tell which is hers. I also wished it held more games. We put the games in a small zip lock and threw them in there. Overall, I am very happy with the product. It keeps the console cushioned and everything (including batteries) stored together.

novelty
I bought two of these for my kids pocket V.Smiles. When they arrived, the kids were very EXCITED. I wasn't so much. For the price, you get what you pay for but the sections to hold the cartrige, don't actually fit the cartidge on one side because the divider have been sewn in the wrong place. It only fits two games, we also have headphones, if you put in the cords for the TV or car charger, the head phones don't fit. After seeing these, I took one of the linch boxes and found that they are almost the same size but the lunch box fit the v.smile, all the gaes, headphones and car charger with room to spare. Now I'm wishing I'd got them lunchboxes!

Product Description

Now you can take your V.Smile along with you wherever you go. This stylish, durable nylon carrying case stores two V.Smile Smartridges, A/V cable, batteries and car adaptor (accessories sold separately). Heavy-duty clip means you can attach it to your bag, backpack, or anywhere else. Measures 11" x 7.5" x 3.1".

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Vtech - V.Smile Cyber Pocket - Top Christmas Games

2008-12-23T11:32:00.000-08:00

Vtech - V.Smile Cyber Pocket
From V Tech

Customer Reviews

V- tech cyberpocket
My 4 year old son received this toy for his birthday. He really enjoys playing with it. He needs some help with the games but after a few times he is able to play them by himself. The toy seems pretty durable. Would recommened this toy.

problems...
has anyone had problems with the cyber smile shutting off while playing it or not turning on at all? i have exchanged it three times and they all stop working while my kid is playing with it and then don't turn back on at all....just wondering if i found all three defective ones or if anyone else has the same problem.

Great for Travel
My 4 year old little boy got this for his birthday (about a month ago). We took it the next day on a 14 hour car ride. This was such a hit. He loved that it was more like his cousin's Nintendo DS with the pen. Even my 2 year old likes to play it. Great product and so far no problems even though it's been dropped and I keep thinking they are going to pull the pen out, but they don't and it works great. I love that it can hook into the TV as well, so there's no need to buy both the regular v smile and a pocket. My kids fight over it, so I'm going to get another one for my little girls 3rd birthday in Oct.

Product Description

Build your mind with at-home or on-the-go gameplay. The new V.Smile Pocket turns game time into brain time by combining a video game platform with educational content, all in a portable learning system. Or connect it directly to your television for gaming at home. A truly unique way to approach learning, V.Smile is popular with the most reluctant student and the most eager learner. Favorite characters guide students through age-appropriate skill levels and developmental activities, so kids won't even realize they are learning essential lessons in language, math and science.

Features

Flip-up hi res LCD screen
Touchable writing pad and stylus
Switchable lefty-righty joystick controls
Microphone
Compact size

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Playskool Busy Ball-Tivity Center - Top Christmas Toys

2008-12-23T07:21:00.000-08:00

Playskool Busy Ball-Tivity Center
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Very entertaining
This toy is great! Other reviewers mentioned the noise being a bit disconcerting, however my daughter hates the vacuum but doesn't mind the toy one bit. Right now she loves pressing the lady bug and throwing the alligator. She plays with the balls and tries to pick up the toy and walk off with it. The best part: she loves to self entertain with this toy. It keeps her interested for a good 30 minutes at a time, not including the time she takes to toss the balls and chase them around the room. This was a great purchase!

Looks neat
Haven't gotten it open yet, but the thing looks really neat! It looks like my lil buddy is going to have a ton of fun exploring the many great features of this toy. Of course he may also like just overturning it, he really likes to do that, that or play with the card board box.

Busy Ball-Tivity Center VS Busy Ball Choo-Choo
This is a really great toy! I bought this for my 9 month old grandaughter but my 3 yr old grandaughter plays with it all the time... the 9 month old crawls after her to get to this toy! There are numerous fine-motor challenges with this toy besides being totally cute! The animals are removable and the kids do play with them independent of the toy itself. It is a toy that the kids can use over the course of several years so that makes it a good value purchase due to usably/motor development challenges... honestly though the biggest factor is they both keep playing with this toy over and over!

The only real downside I can find is there is no master shut-off switch on the bottom like the Busy Basics Busy Ball Choo-Choo, there is just an on/off button on the top which acts as the master switch... to activate the music and motion you push the monkey seen in the pictures.

I bought the Busy Basics Busy Ball Choo-Choo at the same time and the balls can be inter-changed with the Busy Ball-Tivity Center...a definite plus!

IMO: Motor-skills wise the Busy Ball-Tivity Center is GREAT to assist in development, there are challenges a child can seek there; with the Choo-choo there are limited challenges for a child, but it is a very cute toy.

FYI---If you could only buy one THE hands-down favorite of both grandchildren is the Busy Ball-Tivity Center!!! Hope this review helps you make a more informed purchase.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
Treat your baby to some poppin', droppin' funtime with the Busy Ball-Tivity Center Assortment from Playskool. Designed for ages nine months and up, this air-powered activity center will delight babies with its high-rolling balls, exciting sounds, and adorable toys. This fun, stimulating, and durable set entertains baby, while also encouraging hand-eye coordination and healthy auditory and visual development.

The Ball-tivity Center encourages hand-eye coordination and visual and auditory development. View larger.

Hours of Interactive Fun
The Ball-Tivity features cute jungle animals and a ladybug that entice little fingers to grasp and explore. Mom or baby can press down on the ladybug to start the action and keep things moving. As the air starts to flow, lively music plays and animal sounds seem to bring this activity set to life. Parts appear to magically move, making this exotic adventure pure delight for a curious child.

The bright colored balls swirl around the pool. View larger.

Stimulates the Senses and Encourages Healthy Development
The Ball-Tivity engages all of baby's senses, and encourages hand-eye coordination while introducing your child to the relationship between cause and effect. Colored balls swirl around the pool, inviting little hands to reach in and pull them out, then drop them back in to watch them swirl around and around again. You or baby can also place a ball on top of the volcano and see it hover. Stackable palm tree, elephant and alligator pieces all spin, twirl and chomp when placed on their separate ports, or they can be stacked for a different perspective.

The Ball-Tivity Center requires four "D" batteries (not included), and comes with monkey and palm tree snap-in pieces, three balls, three stacking pieces, and instructions. For your child's safety, all plastic fasteners should be removed and discarded before play.

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Vtech - V.Smile Cyber Pocket - Pink - Top Christmas Games

2008-12-23T06:48:00.000-08:00

Vtech - V.Smile Cyber Pocket - Pink
From V Tech

Customer Reviews

My daughter and son love this thing!
I bought this for my daughter 5th birthday. She loves her DS, but i dont care for it much because the games are not educational. This seemed like the perfect solution.

She plays it every since day. Her 2 year old brother loves to sit and watch her and he even plays it when shes at school.

There is a switch on the back to make the buttons switch over for left handed kids. My son is left handed and has figured out how to switch it over and every time he goes to play he switches it before he starts it.

My son has also dropped it a few times and thankfully it still works. So it seems to be built well.

The only thing i dont really like about it is that it seems to go through batteries fast. We have rechargeable for it so its not too bad. And i seen they have a battery pack, but i would rather spend the money and get another game then buy a battery pack.

Product Description

Build your mind with at-home or on-the-go game play. The new V.Smile Pocket turns game time into brain time by combining a video game platform with educational content, all in a portable learning system. Or connect it directly to your television for gaming at home. A truly unique way to approach learning, V.Smile is popular with the most reluctant student and the most eager learner. Favorite characters guide students through age-appropriate skill levels and developmental activities, so kids won't even realize they are learning essential lessons in language, math and science.

Features

Flip-up hi res LCD screen
Touchable writing pad and stylus
Switchable lefty-righty joystick controls
Microphone
Compact size

My Christmas Gift List 2008

Cat in the Hat - I Can Do That!

2008-12-23T06:25:00.000-08:00

Cat in the Hat - I Can Do That!
From The Wonder Forge

Customer Reviews

good fun
i got this for my 4 year old and it is great. the concept is simple. Flip the cards and do what they tellyou to do. The game keeps you on your feet and will make your child crack up watching you spin in circle with a boat on your head. The reason I didnt give it a 5 is because I dont think it includes enough cards and you run out of combos prett yfast. your child probably never realize that though. Its a good way to have some mommy and me time and daddy likes to watch and laugh on the sidelines.

Great confidence builder in kids
My son is turning 4 next month and he LOVES this game. We just got it 2 days ago and we've played it multiple times and he keeps on asking for more. I love how it is a great, positive, confidence-builder game with the "I can do that" little tasks it asks you to do. It's also good with counting 1-2-3's and then counting again at the end with the stars. We've had a lot of fun with this so far. A great family game.

Excellent Teaching Game...and it's fun for everyone!!!
I bought this for my son and I thought it was too good to be true! My son is 4 and has autism. This game is wonderful for any child (my typical 2 year old can do it and LOVES it!) but it is the perfect game for teaching a child with autism to follow directions. We started out just having him do one thing at a time, quickly moved to using 2 cards, and are now on using 3. It has been such a wonderful addition to our therapies that we do with him and he has so much fun playing it. My only complaint is that my two year old easily ripped the foam thing-a-ma-stick (I think that's what it's called) but the toy is recommend for 4 and up anyway. If you are considering this game for your typical child or your child with special needs I would say go for it. I mentioned the game to both his speech therapist and occupational therapist and they have both gone out and bought it to use with kids they see for therapy with rave reviews. A++++

Features

The Cat in the Hat ¿ I Can Do That! Game brings to life the beloved Dr. Seuss book giving kids a new and incredibly fun way to experience this classic Dr. Seuss story.
Jump into the fun and discover all the new things you can do! This game helps kids discover their own abilities and encourages self-confidence.
Game Components Include: Trick-a-ma-stick Foam Bar, 33 Activity Cards, and 9 game pieces right out of the Cat in the Hat story by Dr. Seuss, including the Cake, Ball, Book, Fish, Gown, Fan, Rake, Toy Man, and Boat
Can Do That! Games are designed to bring people together. Through research, invention and thousands of play-tests, we understand how to make great games for kids and families.
Just a few of the awards we¿ve received include: Parents¿ Choice Gold Award, Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum and Gold Awards.

Learning Resources Fruit & Vegetable Play Food Basket

2008-12-22T11:55:00.000-08:00

Learning Resources Fruit & Vegetable Play Food Basket, Set of 13
From Learning Resources

Customer Reviews

Disappointing for younger children
After purchasing the lunch food basket (which I would highly recommend) for my 8-month-old son, I was disappointed with the fruit and vegetable selection in this set. Unlike the lunch set, this set is mainly hard plastic (not chewable rubber). Also, the strawberries were too small and choking hazards. I have decided to put away most of these items until he is much older. For now, we will stick to the rubber foods.

Generally Good, but could be better
I bought these for my 16 month old son for Christmas. They are good, but I was expecting better based on other reviews. A few items are made of harder plastic and a few of softer plastic. They are basicly life sized, with the exception of the lettuce and I think the apple is a bit small. Nothing was small enough that I felt it needed to be taken away until he is older. The coloration is a bit odd too, with some lighter areas. Maybe this is from the production, but it takes away from the naturalness. The pear's stem was broken when my son threw it on our tile floor and the tomato came with a dent in it. All that, however does not take away from the fact that my son likes to play with them and it has helped him to learn his fruits and veggies.

Great play food
I purchased this play food for my son who is 18 months old. I was pleasantly surprised when it came. I thought some of the food would be small or made from thin plastic and would not last long. I was wrong. All the pieces are made from a hard plastic that seems very durable. The only small pieces are the strawberries so if your child likes to put stuff in their mouth it might be a good idea to take these away from them. I was also impressed with the quality of the little shopping basket. It is very sturdy and well made. I highly recommend this product and brand if you are looking for something that will last.

Cameron Brady's Christmas and 1st Birthday Ideas List

Little Tikes Cozy Push & Ride Coupe

2008-12-22T11:49:00.000-08:00

Little Tikes Cozy Push & Ride Coupe
From Little Tikes

Customer Reviews

Grand Daughter loves getting In & Out
My Grand Daughter loves to ride in her push car. She spends the first 30 minutes, climbing in and out of the car. But when we are ready to walk, she sits back and enjoys the ride. The bad thing about the door lock, is when you tighten the lock, the slide part is to hard to open, and if you loosen it where you can open it, the lock and screw falls off, after the door opens a few times. this needs to be modified!

Love this car
This car works perfect for our one year old son. He can push it, climb in it and it is great for walks with our family. It can be a bit loud on a paved road. We like that the bottom pops out for when he can use his feet.

We love it!
My son received this for his 1st birthday 6 months ago and it is still a big hit in our house. I loved that it has a handle for pushing and a removeable platform so there feet do not drag. The only downside is that after awhile the platform started falling out on its own. It's a little difficult to pop it back in but overall not to bad.

Product Description

This little car has lots of big fun features including cute "bug" styling, a cozy roof and a removable push handle so parents can guide little riders along. It easily adapts to a child's growing skills, with a working driver's side door that locks with the turn of screw and unlocks when the child is old enough to scoot around on his or her own. There's also a working gas cap and horn, built-in cup holders and "ignition switch" and key.

I Play My First Baby Doll Set by International Playthings

2008-12-22T05:43:00.000-08:00

I Play My First Baby Doll Set by International Playthings
From International Playthings

Customer Reviews

pleased customer
Just the right size and texture for a baby girl's first doll. Shipping was fast and the price was reasonable.

Very sweet and simple
This is a very simple toy that is perfect for a young toddler. We bought it for our daughter around 15 months. The baby has a very sweet face. She has a simple shirt and pant on. The hat does not come off, but the shirt and pants can be removed. The baby basket is very soft and has snug pockets to carry and hold a bottle and teddy bear. Our daughter still plays with the baby - she is now 3.5. It is great value for the money.

Soft and cute but not super impressed
I bought this doll for my 19 month old because she has another baby with a hard head that she loves and I thought this would be an instant hit. She does like to feed with the bottle but it is impossible for her to dress the baby (I even have a hard time getting the pants on correctly due to the gathers at the ankles), change the diaper and also difficult to put items back in the pockets. The handles on the moses basket should be a bit longer I think to accomodate little hands trying to hold both at once. Overall I don't think this is a bad buy for the money but I wouldn't purchase it with the intention of using it for much more than snuggling.

Product Description

8.5" soft doll with 2-pc. outfit, diaper, teddy bear, blanket and soft bottle with carry bed that has 4 storage pockets and carry handles. Age: 18 months - 6 years Manufacturer: International Playthings

Shape Sorting Pounder

2008-12-22T05:26:00.000-08:00

Shape Sorting Pounder
From guidecraft

Customer Reviews

Lots of fun
I bought this as a gift for a boy, but soon discovered that it was a popular toy for girls as well. Once opened both my kids wanted to play with it. The 3 kids, ages 2-5, all took turns pounding away. It was a great way for them to burn off energy. It is also made of very durable wood. My only complaint is that if they hit it really hard, which most kids do, it can get loud. Also if hit too hard the rod will go all the way through the shape and out the other end...but that only happened once. All in all a great toy!

Product Description

18 mos. and up. Children learn to sort geometric shapes and develop fine motor skills...while having a great time poundering! Geometric shapes have tough vinyl rings inside holes to hold dowels snugly.

Melissa & Doug Classic Wooden Railway Set

2008-12-21T23:32:00.000-08:00

Melissa & Doug Classic Wooden Railway Set
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

Awesome!
I bought this train track for my son's third birthday. It is an awesome train track! My son loves it he has not tired of it in the 6 months that he has had it. He loves building the track. 97% of the pieces are very durable( my son is very rough with his toys) The trains are very cute. I spent a long time on amazon trying to decide which train to buy him and I am not disappointed. I would buy it again. I recommend this train track for any boy who love trains.

Love the train set!
I love this train set. It is very well made, with one exception, which is that parts of the roundhouse are made of particle board and have crumbled a little. The tracks and bridges and everything are solid, though, and the set is overall well worth the value especially considering the pricey brand alternatives. My son and I have had years of fun with this set, and I would definitely by it again.

Great Train Set Great Value!
I bought this for my Grandson's 3rd birthday and he plays with it constantly. Before receiving it I kept second guessing whether I should have bought the Thomas track, but after receving it, I have no regrets at all. The track itself is every bit as good as the Thomas track and the train station and trains are at least decent. My recommendation is to buy this set and eventually add some of the Thomas trains, stations, and bridges. As is mentioned in other reviews, if you plan on building 2nd level tracks, make sure you buy the Suretrack clips to keep the joined pieces of track together, otherwise you will find yourself and child becoming extreamly frustrated with the track falling apart every time it moves. I took things one step further and nailed/stapled a Suretrack piece to each wood block riser. Now I can literally drag the 2nd story track assembly around and it stays perfectly in place. Also, I don't know what the other reviewer's complaint was about the track geometry being off. I'm an engineer and would have noticed something like this, but didn't. This is truely a great train set!

Product Description

Choo! Choo! There's hours of fun right around the bend with this Deluxe Wooden Railway Set. Everything you need to recreate an amazing train world is included. There are ascending tracks to move trains overhead, plus a spacious Roundhouse engine shed. Dozens of tracks comes in both curves and straight lines, and trees, workers and traffic signs add to the realism.

Set also includes multi-piece trains, magnetic-tipped cranes, switches, T-junctions for passing lanes, suspension bridge, trestle bridge and roundtable. Build new configurations every time! 138 wooden pieces in all.

Melissa and Doug Toys

Corolle Tidoo Bright Doll

2008-12-21T17:41:00.000-08:00

Corolle Tidoo Bright Doll
From Corolle

Customer Reviews

Bath Time Fun!
My Four year old loves this dolly. It has a nice smell and dries quickly. My only complaint is underneath the cute clothes is a "clothlike" white fabric and attacted are the vinyl/plastic (whatever dolls are made of)skin colored arms and legs, why they didn't make the fabric part colored like a bathing suit is a mystery to me. It just looks alittle weird "naked". Bottom line is my daughter doesn't seem to care and loves it.

A great little doll
My nearly 2 year old daughter and I love this doll. She's had it for 7 months and it's still a favorite. It's a great size and is super cute. She loves to carry around and 'feed' her doll. I have not let her take the doll into the bath so I can't review that aspect of the product. This doll is really cute and smells great too! I'm going to get her another Corolle doll for her 2nd birthday because this one is so great.

A beautiful little baby doll for a toddler.
A 12" doll is just the right size for my 16-month-old son to carry around. The face and clothing colors are unisex, so I feel comfortable describing it as a boy to my son. The doll seems to be constructed well. The jacket comes with two large, loose stitches in each side of the front to keep it on during shipping, but once they are removed the jacket still stays snugly in place. My one criticism is that the head is slightly elongated in order to keep the hat on.

Product Description

Specially designed for bathtime fun, Tidoo is soft and posable and so light that it floats! Filled with polystyrene beads that dry quickly, Tidoo is a favorite playmate out of the tub, too; it can even suck its thumb. Tidoo baby dolls can wear any fashion from the Mon Premier collection. 12 inches tall. Ages 18 months and up.

International Playthings My First Purse in Purple

2008-12-21T17:38:00.000-08:00

International Playthings My First Purse in Purple
From International Playthings

Customer Reviews

Cute, With a Few Disappointments
My three year old daughter always makes a rush for mom's purse the moment I get in the door, so I decided to get her this one based on the reviews.

The purse itself is very cute, with a fuzzy pink handle. She loves the plastic lipstick, putting it on both her and mommy quite regularly. The mirror and keys are serviceable as well.

The few disappointments come when you get to the wallet and the phone...

At three, she is old enough to know that cell phones DO things and she tries to push the buttons on it. It's basically just one plastic piece so it is frustrating for her as nothing is movable on the phone. I'm not saying it needs to be electronic and beep, but it would have been nice to be able to push in the buttons.

As far as the wallet, again, it's just a plastic wallet that closes with a clasp at the top. My daughter found the pronged clasp very hard to open and I ended up having to open it for her every time.

Otherwise, it's a fun little beginner purse.

love the variety inside
This is a wonderful toy for my future step-daughter. She absolutely loves purses and this one is perfect for a little person, very well made and lots of little surprises inside. PERFECT!

My First Purse
I purchased "My First Purse" for my 2 year old grandchild. She was delighted with the purse. She carried the purse everywhere. Now she could be just like her big sister with a purse of her very own.

I think this would be a great gift for any little girl.

Product Description

International Playthings is pleased to carry a collection of brightly colored fun toddler and preschool toys. Each toy is safe and durable with excellent play value - sure to provide children with years of play and tons of fun!

The adorable soft, My First Purse includes chunky play lipstick, soft mirror, set of keys, wallet, debit card and portable play phone.

Little Tikes Deluxe Cozy Convertible Car

2008-12-21T11:01:00.000-08:00

Little Tikes Deluxe Cozy Convertible Car
From Little Tikes

Customer Reviews

Fantastic toy!!!!!
We bought this for my son for his 1 year old birthday, and he absolutely loves it!! He never wants to get out! It's a little loud on the pavement, but other than that, it's awesome! Easy to steer and seems very durable so far. I wish we had bought this car months ago---I think as long as they can sit up really well, they should be fine in it. Take it from me who has a restless 1 year old, who barely plays with toys anyway, it's a wonderful investment!

Great fun for our little one!
Our daughter loves the Little Tikes Deluxe Cozy Car!
It was easy to assemble and very well made.

Product Description

America's favorite foot-powered car brand comes into the electronic age with a "high tech" dashboard that makes five electronic sounds. A retractable canopy helps keep the "driver" cool as he tools around town. Plus, a removable floorboard and adjustable four-position handle allow this sporty convertible to grow along with the child from toddler to preschool.

Stage One: With the floorboard in place, an adult pushes the car with the handle. Stage Two: When the toddler can use foot power, the floorboard is removed and an adult guides with the handle. Stage Three: The handle is removed when the older toddler can steer. Inside features include a gearshift, clicking key, cup holder and storage behind the seat. (Stuffed toys not included.) Body comes in a special gloss finish. Requires 2 "AAA" alkaline batteries (not included). Measures approximately 33" x 21" x 20".

Multi-Activity Table by Melissa & Doug

2008-12-21T05:15:00.000-08:00

Multi-Activity Table by Melissa & Doug
From Melissa & Doug

Customer Reviews

Love it!
My toddler loves this table the the train set (purchased separately). However, when the table arrived it was missing ALL hardware and I had to wait 4 weeks before Melissa and Doug sent me the hardware so I could put it together. It was easy to put together - didn't take much time at all. I'm only giving this product 4 stars however, due to the hardware missing and customer service taking so long to send us the missing hardware. On top of that there was a missing screw hole so my husband had to drill one for me or the drawer would not have worked at all. Good thing my hubby knows how to do that or I would have been out of luck. The other thing is that the table had nicks in a few places which sucks because it doesn't look 100% nice/new. So I was bummed about that and probably won't buy the kitchen set I was looking at because of this. Hope all this info helps.

Product Description

This multi-activity play table includes double-sided play board and pull-out drawer for storage. Great for train sets, doll houses, puzzles, building block sets, and board games. Solid wood and durable construction for hours of play. Easy adult assembly required. Assembled size is 49.5 x 15.75 x 32.7 inches.

Melissa & Doug

Super Magz 52 Magnetic Construction Kit M1703

2008-12-20T23:41:00.000-08:00

Super Magz 52 Magnetic Construction Kit M1703
From Magz

Customer Reviews

supermagz are great
I bought these for my son last year for Christmas. He loves them and comes up with all kinds of imaginative creations. He has asked for more to add to his collection this year.

Product Description

Super Magz is an exciting and fun game full of thought-provoking creativity. It starts with simple magnetic connections and gets as complicated as your imagination can make it. Just use the magnetic bar, connect to the metal balls and begin shaping objects like pyramids, snow flakes, a ball or other fun shapes. Set includes 32 bars and 20 balls. Each bar measures approximately 1.25 inches long.

Features

Bars come in multipe colors
Strong Magnets
Much stronger and larger bars and Balls

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Shimmering Water Blocks - Intelligent Toddler Toys

2008-12-20T23:08:00.000-08:00

Shimmering Water Blocks
From Guidecraft, Inc.

Customer Reviews

shimmer blocks
A unique toy. Very pretty and fun to look at. A bit pricey for 8 blocks. My son doesn't care much about the water or glitter inside, he just enjoys stacking them and building with them as if they were normal blocks.

Product Description

3 yrs & up. These wood-framed blocks add a new look to block play. Each set includes 4 square and 4 half circle blocks with either a water or bead filled center. Water blocks work well on light tables and bead blocks add a sound element. Square blocks measure 4 1/2" across x 1 1/4"D. Half circles are 5 1/2"W x 2 3/4"H x 1 1/4"D.

Features

These blocks are a great way to increase your childs cognitive and motor skills.
Constructed of sturdy rubberwood.
Your choice of bead filled, water filled, or sand filled blocks!

Intelligent Toddler Toys

Magz-X 106 Magnetic Construction Kit MX106

2008-12-20T17:28:00.000-08:00

Magz-X 106 Magnetic Construction Kit MX106
From Magz

Customer Reviews

My students LOVE these!!
I am a teacher and I bought these for my students. They LOVE them. They encourage them to be creative and inventive. I will buy more sets in the future. The only thing is you have to buy quite a few sets to be able to make bigger items. I just buy a few at a time and it's not too expensive.

My kid loved this Magnetic toy
I seems to be a nice toy, and my kid agreed. He loved playing with it. Really nice to create 2D and 3D figures just joining magnetic pieces (X-s, bars and balls). Be careful with small kids (under 3) because they can eat them.

Let it have some more pieces
I ordered this toy in order that my 7 years old son could improve his imaginagation. I think that this toy succeds in this mission. The only thing that is unfavorable is that it has not enough pieces. you have to order two or more to build sensible objects.

Product Description

For the serious builder in you, MAGZ X introduces the set with 28 magnetic bars, 53 steel balls and 25 X bars. This is the biggest collection available, enabling you to create large structures. Magz X 106 is the largest set in the Magz X line. With the abundance of magnetic bars, steel balls, and the X bar the builder can construct elaborate structures. It is ideal for collectors who would like to add on to their collection and build massive structures such as bridges, tunnels, high rises, arcs, towers, and even miniature cities. Warning! Choking Hazard! Contains Small Parts--Not intended for children under 3 years.Age: 5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,Adult Manufacturer: Progressive Trading Company

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The Best of The Electric Company

2008-12-20T17:14:00.000-08:00

The Best of The Electric Company
Directed by Henry Behar, John Tracy (II), Bob Schwarz

Customer Reviews

We love the EC!
OK, so I bought this more because I watched this show in the 70's as a kid...but my kids have gotten a kick out of the groovy 70's fashions and hair and I think may actually be learning something, too!

Fun Walk Down Memory Lane For The Sesame Street Generation
This was a fun and goofy walk down memory lane for me, as a former child of the early 1970's. Your kids born after say 1995 or 2000, might not find this all that compelling, and in fact, they might even laugh and snicker at the cheap cardboard backgrounds that were used to film so many of the scenes in the Electric Company.

However, this isn't about your kids. It's about you. I had great fun explaining to the kids that there was once a world without a thousand cable TV channels. We had cable TV when I was a kid but there were like twelve channels, and at least six of those channels were broadcast in a language other than English. MTV hadn't been invented yet, and neither had Nickleodeon. Or VCRs.

Memories + Good learning = Great Set!!
This volume and volume 2 are both fantastic. Not only to they bring back lots of great memories and include wonderful actors and talent, but the Electric Company teaches BOTH sight reading and phonics. Most other teaching tools pick one, and I really like how they use both. My toddler is totally entertained, and so am I. And he's learning, too. Priceless!

Product Description

20 OF THE BEST EPISODES FEATURING BILL COSBY, MORGAN FREEMAN, RITA MORENO, SPIDER-MAN and More!

If you were between six and ten years old during the years 1971 through 1985, then there is a good chance you learned to read with help from The Electric Company. Comedy sketches, music, animation and special effects were the tools of this "video" classroom. Bill Cosby, Morgan Freeman, Rita Moreno, Spider-Man Road Runner and others were the teachers.

The Electric Company was a product of its time — perennially cool and hip, while never wavering from its educational goals; it was full of wit and energy and made learning to read fun. So, take a trip back in time with Spider-Man, Letterman, J. Arthur Crank, the Short Circus, Jennifer of the Jungle, DJ Mel Mounds, Easy Reader, Paul the Gorilla, Lorelei the Chicken and all the rest with THE BEST OF THE ELECTRIC COMPANY.

DISC 1: #1 (10/25/71); #10 (11/5/71); #14 (11/11/71); #21 (11/22/71); #26 (11/29/71) Special Features: Rita Moreno Remembers: The only female performer to have won an Oscar®, an Emmy, a Tony and a Grammy, Rita looks back on her experiences with The Electric Company.

DISC 2: #109 (3/23/72); #131 (10/23/72); #181 (1/1/73); #285 (11/23/73); #321 (1/14/74) Special Features: Joan Ganz Cooney Then And Now: From 1971 to the present, the founder of The Children’s Television Workshop has never wavered in her commitment to early education.

DISC 3: #379 (4/3/74); #386 (4/15/74); #391 (10/21/74); #437 (12/24/74); #453 (1/15/75) Special Features: "Silent E" Karaoke: Sing along with Tom Lehrer’s unforgettable and imaginative song. The Creative Team Remembers: Executive producer Sam Gibbon and head writer Tom Whedon reminisce.

DISC 4: #491 (3/10/75); #72A (1/27/76); #110A (3/19/76); #79B (2/3/77); #130B (4/15/77) Special Feature: June Angela Remembers: "Julie" in The Short Circus; June Angela was with the cast for the entire run of the show.

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Melissa and Doug Deluxe Stamp Set

2008-12-20T05:10:00.000-08:00

Melissa and Doug Deluxe Stamp Set
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

Not washable
This is a fun stamp set and has entertained my daughters on several occasions. However, the ink is not entirely washable. I have at least 2 shirts with stains from these stamps. My expectation was that it would be washable in the same way that washable markers are. No such luck.

Fun and messy
I love Melissa and Doug toys. They produce high quality, educational toys that are ideal for toddlers.
My 2 year old daughter always wants to "participate" when I do my scrapbooking, so when I saw this stamp set I thought it was a perfect gift. She loves it! It can get messy, but it is a very nice set and definitely fun for small children.

Fun toy that brings out creativity
My kids love this set, especially my daughter with special needs who absolutely loves animals! It is very sturdy, easy to use, and brings out a lot of creativity in the kids. They enjoy making their own stories and pictures with all the different stamps. They even use them to make "Thank you" notes for all the gifts they receive from other people. I highly recommend this toy. The ONLY thing I think could improve it is if they included a lid on the box to hold all the stamps inside.

Product Description

Kids can use the 16 playful stamps and two ink pads to create countless scenes and then color in their pictures with the seven colored pencils. This well-crafted set is conveniently contained in a sturdy wooden box with a clear sliding lid. It's a tremendous value that children will use over and over again. Measures 11"L x 8"W x 2"D

Melissa and Doug

Automoblox S9 Sedan - Blue

2008-12-20T05:06:00.000-08:00

Automoblox S9 Sedan - Blue
From Automoblox

Customer Reviews

Great - BUT get it for less elsewhere
These are great toys -- engaging for a range of ages. Not as prone to lost pieces as Lego or as difficult to construct. (The flip side is that there is less variety or freedom for imagination.)

The big issue here -- you can find these for HALF AS MUCH at Target or some similar outlet.

Amazing!
I purchased one of these for my 3 year old daughter. I was amazed at how sturdy this little toy car was, how well it rolled, how easy it was to take apart and put back together... The only little thing that bugged me is that the tires can only go on one way (no deep rims) I can't wait to get my daughter a couple more so that she can interchange the parts on them. I might even splurge for a couple of the full-size cars with the people. It's such a good quality toy that I don't feel like I have to worry about it falling apart...

Automoblox - a hit with me!
What a great toy. It is actually amazing that this toy is educational, engaging, fun, and requires no batteries. My 2 1/2 yr. old B/G twins love these. They have the pink coupe, blue sedan, and green truck. I think I enjoy them more than they do.

Features

Unique building system lets kids design their own cars
Teaches creative problem solving, gross and fine motor skills, and visio-spatial processing
Combines heirloom quality and old-world values with contemporary design
Made of German beechwood and indestructible polycarbonate plastic
Removable plastic connectors teach shape recognition and color matching

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Deluxe Magnetic Dress Up Set

2008-12-19T17:46:00.000-08:00

Deluxe Magnetic Dress Up Set
From Lights, Camera, Interaction

Customer Reviews

My girls love it
We got this for them for Christmas and it is still played with 18 months later. I agree with the reviewer who wished for more clothes. Part of ours are missing ( I belive my husband accidentally threw them away) and as such I wish I could get more.

Cute... but not fun for long!
My daughter received two sets of these dolls, as gifts, when she was 4. They do make a tasteful, fun-looking present. (Notice how many positive reviews are from the gift-givers, not parents!) However, the fun is short lived. Here's why:
1. They don't work all that well. The dolls don't stand up in their stands. The clothes fall off and don't fit well into their box for clean-up time. It's frustrating.
2. The dolls aren't very fun to imagine with because of their shape can't stand up, sit down or bend over. They aren't a nice shape to cuddle with or carry around. So, they don't work as dolls to play with, only to look at.
3. Although there are a fair amount of clothes included, kids can't make any new ones. Making the clothes is really the fun and educational element of real paper dolls--not just putting the clothes on.
4. Lastly, after not all that much use, the magnetic backing pulled off the clothes. We ended up just tossing them.
So, what do I suggest? Just get out your art supplies and old magazines and have fun making paper dolls instead of buying these!
PG, author of Feeding the Kids: The Flexible, No-Battles, Healthy Eating System for the Whole Family

Wonderful & fun!
I got this for my 3 year old niece. She loves it and requests that it go with her all the time. The box to hold all the pieces is handy, the magnets are easy and there's lots of variations of outfits. Having 2 dolls makes it easy for friends, parents etc to play along and interact. The only cons I see is that the box with all the pieces is a bit heavy, it could use a handle. And the magnets are strong but sometimes the pieces slip a bit. All in all, a great gift and toy!

Product Description

Classic paper dolls have been transformed with updated graphics, magnets and wood! Two adorable wooden dolls with matching stands own a wardrobe of more than 35 of the most fashionable outfits and accessories a girl could dream of!

Beyond Barbie, Bratz & Dora: Great Gifts & Toys for Girls

Automoblox T9 Truck - Green

2008-12-19T17:00:00.000-08:00

Automoblox T9 Truck - Green
From Automoblox

Customer Reviews

An excellent grandparent gift!
The automoblox cars are expensive, but worth the expense. I gave one to my 4-year-old grandson, and he loves it; he spends a lot of time taking it apart and putting it back together; he plays with the people and makes up stories about the people in the car. His 2-year-old brother also fell in love with this car, so I bought him an automoblox truck. Another great hit. He loves to take off the wheels and put them back on. He also loves to put the truck back inside the molded plastic container, and to fit that back into the box, which is now the "garage."
This is a simple toy, very well made, which encourages a child to do a lot of imaginative play.

Great for developing gross and fine motor skills, and creativity
This is an exceptional toy, that combines the gross motor skill training of block, the fine motor skills training of fitting pieces together in the correct manner, and the creativity of learning how to use different pieces to make unique creations.

It's solid wood, good quality, and well-packaged. The vehicles are made in the USA, although the wood is German beech wood.

The price is a bit high, but this isn't a "mass market" toy, this is a toy that seems like it could be passed down to your kid's children. Obviously, you can tell I was very happy with the toy.

Creative and Durable
I bought the Automoblox truck for my grandson's 4th birthday. It has an instant hit. He liked that he could take the truck apart and put together another combination.
The truck body is actually 3 parts, the front end, the truck cab(body) and the truck bed, joined together by very easy to use bright green plugs. The truck puts together as shown in the images, or the cab can be eliminated to make a cute little "buggy".
This toy is very sturdy and appears to be well designed and engineered. I'll be checking with my grandson to see how well his Automoblox truck is holding up to daily play. The Automoblox information says that each Automoblox model is interchangeable with other models. So, if this model is holding up well, I will be ordering at least one of the other models for Christmas.
Caution for those with smaller children who still like to eat their toys; there are wooden people who plug into the inside of the truck cab, the toy loses very little play appeal if you tuck those away until the eating urge passes.
The only downside I can think of is that the price was a bit high. However, it does come in a very sturdy cardboard box that seems designed to create the image of an heirloom toy. I can see that happening. All in all, if the toy holds up as it appears it is designed to do, that is money well spent.

Features

Unique building system lets kids design their own cars
Combines heirloom quality and old-world values with contemporary design
Teaches creative problem solving, gross and fine motor skills, and visio-spatial processing
Removable plastic connectors teach shape recognition and color matching
Pieces mix and match with other Automoblox sets

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Melissa & Doug Deluxe Castle Dolls Playset

2008-12-19T11:34:00.000-08:00

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Castle Dolls Playset
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

Nice set, great value, Painted faces off in color
I ordered this set for my kids, great deal for 8 figures, w/ free shipping under 19.99. These are cute bendable wooden figures, costumes are as seen on the site, but the paint was way off on mine at least, They are very orange faces, like orange construction paper orange not the natural wood color which I would prefer. I got such a great deal and the castle display case is in made of wood and is an extremely nice case. I may figure out a way to just repaint the faces, the ones I have just have unattractive garish faces. Just kinda different than what I saw online at the Melissa and Doug site and Amazon. I can always add more yarn for hair.

not worth the money you save
I bought these for my son and they are falling apart after only being played with for a short while. We have other bendable people from Plan Toys and though they are more expensive the quality is superior to the Melisa and Doug products.

fun for the kids
Similar to the Plan Toys figures...these dolls work well with the folding castle set. The Plan toy dolls seem a little more put together, but my six year old didn't seem to notice any difference. She loves princesses, so these have replaced the doll house along with all the other things that go in it.

Features

Decorative castle box with eight bendable play figures
Includes King, Queen, Jester, Nobleman, two Knights and two horses
Great for hours of engaging play
A great accessory to our classic wooden castles
Exceptional quality and value

Beyond Barbie, Bratz & Dora: Great Gifts & Toys for Girls

Fisher Price Loving Family Dining Room

2008-12-19T11:11:00.000-08:00

Fisher Price Loving Family Dining Room
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

One of the Nicest Sets
After the kitchen set, this is probably one of the best sets to have for your dollhouse. It comes with lots of pieces. The drawer opens in the buffet table, the tablecloth and chair covers are removeable, and there are several food pieces (cupcake tower, tea set, etc.). It also has much nicer colors and fabrics than the other sets.

Other reviewers that have said more chairs would be nice, but I would take that a step further. A long rectangle table with room for the family would be more fun.

Goes well with the set
Anything more to this set and it would not have fit in the "Fisher Price Loving Family Dollhouse"

Nicely done, my DD likes this set quite a bit and oohed and ahhed when she unwrapped it. She likes the clock and the tea set. Sure, 2 chairs is a little skimpy but I think having 4 would have frustrated her to no end trying to set it up by herself.

Well built and withstands the attentions of her 3 year old brother. :) I'm also happy with the lack of sound/light effects here, not everything needs to be an overkill.

Nice Amenities
I like this toy for little girls, it's sweet, I like the food and table service, more chairs and more room in the actual doll house for them would be great though

Product Description

Deck out the Loving Family Grand Dollhouse with this coordinating furniture set. It features tiny details and lots of mini must-haves to make life cozy for the Loving Family. For use with the Loving Family Grand Dollhouse, sold separately.

Beyond Barbie, Bratz & Dora: Great Gifts & Toys for Girls

Loving Family Sweet Sounds Dollhouse

2008-12-19T05:48:00.000-08:00

Loving Family Sweet Sounds Dollhouse
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

pros and cons
This was a Christamas present dor my daughter for 06'. My mother and I agreed that we liked this house better than the twin time dollhouse for appearance, bigger rooms, and we liked how it folded for storage. I think we paid $89 which was $20 more than the twin time. I was a little upset about the furniture being hard to find. If I knew before I made my purchase I'm not sure if I would've chosen this one. It's not a big deal that the peices you can buy don't talk with the house. The problem I have is that quite a few sets come with little pieces for the twins. You can't buy just the twins or another set with a baby unless you buy a whole new family. My mom happened to have two little babies that went with something else that fit perfect. The other problem is that the rooms in this house aren't divided in a way so that you could really use all the furniture if you had all the sets. The house wouldn't make sense. This is something that bothers me. My daughter doesn't mind if the potty is next to the crib or the laundry room is in the parents room.The pieces that do talk are really cute. The mom,dad,sister,kitty,and radio say different phrases when places in 4 different locations. There are two chairs next to each other in the playroom. If you put two figures next to each other they will actually have a short conversation. The dad tells the little girl a knock knock joke! I think that is the cutest thing about the house.

Great Dollhouse!
We bought this dollhouse (after much research) for our 3 1/2 year old daughter! She loves it! The rooms are big and easy to play in and the decor overall is adorable!! We knew no furniture was available, so we filled it with furniture from the twin time dollhouse (girls bedroom, office, parent's bedroom, living room, family room, and laundry room)! The kitchen, nursery and playroom are already complete! The furniture works perfectly! Our daughter loves the sounds when the people are placed in certain chairs. I highly recommend this doll house over the twin time doll house!

Too expensive!
Hey Amazon, you'd better check your prices. They're WAY above most other sites online for these items.

Beyond Barbie, Bratz & Dora: Great Gifts & Toys for Girls

Melissa and Doug Pizza Party

2008-12-19T04:43:00.000-08:00

Melissa and Doug Pizza Party
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

One year later - they still play with it
I'm looking for Christmas gifts for this year and came across this. I got this for my 4 year old last year and he still loves to play with it - my 2 year old is also interested. I get served pizza at least once a week. They also put the toppings inside bowls and pots and pretend it's other types of food. I would recommend it to anyone with kids from 2-6.

My daughter loves it!
My 26 month old daughter loves to play with this set. She also uses pieces of mushrooms and pepper to cook soup in a small pot.

melissa and Doug Pizza Party
I sent this item to a 3 year old little boy and he just loved it. He is having lot's of fun with it and preparing pizza for his family

Andrea
Malta, NY

Product Description

Attention pizza lovers! Create your own "personal pizza" with this sturdy wooden pizza set. It features six thick slices served in a brightly colored tray, complete with cutter, spatula and over 50 toppings stored neatly in a wooden box. It's hours of imaginative fun any way you slice it.

Features

Try all flavors
Wooden Pizza Set
Includes 50 toppings
Recommended Age Range 3 Years and up

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Cutting Fruit Crate

2008-12-18T17:49:00.000-08:00

Cutting Fruit Crate
From LIGHTS CAMERA INTERACTION

Product Description

Wooden set features a wooden knife and seven pieces of sliceable fruit that can be cut into a total of seventeen pieces. Food makes a fun "CRUNCH" sound when sliced. With so many pieces, it's also a great way to introduce the concepts of part, whole and fractions!

Features

TOYS & GAMES
Creative Play
Food

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Kitchen Accessory Set

2008-12-18T17:35:00.000-08:00

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Wooden Kitchen Accessory Set
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

Review
Great product. Should last several generations. I plan on watching my grandchildren have a lot of fun pretending to cook!

Melissa & Doug Pots/pans
A must have for children that love the kitchen and imagination. The sturdy wooden construction is perfect for drops and rough handling. Our three yr old has "made" everything in these and literally has had hours of fun.

My son LOVES this in his new M&D kitchen!
We are very pleased with Melissa and Doug. The few problems we have had have been cleared up immediately with great customer service. Their number is on the back of every one of their toys, and they are great at standing behind their products!

Product Description

Get ready to cook up something yummy. This eight-piece wooden cook's set includes a frying pan, stockpot and saucepan with lids, spoon, slotted spatula and an oven mitt. Everything you need to equip a serious chef?s kitchen!

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Melissa and Doug Food Groups

2008-12-18T11:38:00.000-08:00

Melissa and Doug Food Groups
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

Adorable, fun, durable and did I mention aoorable? :-)
I ordered this from Amazon a year ago for a great price with the FREE super saver shipping, and it has gotten a lot of play. My now 2 1/2 year old daughter and her little friends all love to play kitchen and whip up some fun with this food. (I know the recommended age is 3 and up but in my opinion this is really fine for a 2 year old, maybe just watch the egg if they put things in their mouth still) I would definitely buy this again. Another great Melissa and Doug product!

Great Set!
My son loves this set. The only downfall is that the orange is just a painted ball and has been permanently taken away due to throwing. The same is about to happen with the lemon, egg and tomato. So, if you have a thrower in your house, beware! They are solid pieces and hurt! Other than that, love it! My son loves to make burgers and hot dogs (no bun with the hot dog though). He also loves to go to the "store" and "buy" milk and bananas. Love the set, and the crates the food comes in!

not as much fun as other Melissa & Doug products
This doesn't compare to the birthday cake or pizza for fun. For fruit & vegs play food I would suggest the velcro cutting food instead. Way more interesting.

Product Description

Who's hungry? Mix and match to make a yummy meal. This 21-piece set is full of well-balanced, nutritious pretend food. All four food groups are individually boxed in sturdy wooden crates for storage, sorting, and stacking.

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Melissa & Doug Wooden Sandwich-Making Set

2008-12-18T11:02:00.000-08:00

Melissa & Doug Wooden Sandwich-Making Set
From Melissa and Doug

Customer Reviews

great toy!
I bought this toy for a 3 year old boy. He already has several other cutting foods from Melissa and Doug. This is a great toy to add to the collection.

Great toy for years of play, but the paint does chip.
We've had our M&D Sandwich Making Set for years now, and it is still a favorite with my two, four and six year old. The velcro still sticks together well, and the velcro tabs are securely attached.

The paint has chipped a lot from years of rough play. This toy is made in China, but there is a reassuring safety statement at the M&D Web site promising that their toys are well tested, including the paint. Some of the pieces were made from slightly split pieces of wood, and repeated stress has finally broken them. This is a nice alternative to plastic, and I will continue to buy M&D toys as long as they remain safe.

making sandwiches
My 3 grandchildren, ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2, love this! They take orders for sandwiches, then have a great time making them! The pieces are made from wood, so there is nothing to break.

Product Description

This Sandwich-Making Wooden Play Set includes colorful likenesses of meaty cold cuts, garden vegetables and fresh bread. The entire pieces feature Velcro inserts, so keeping sandwich creations together is no problem. A play wooden knife rounds out the collection. The kit comes packaged in a 12" X 10" wooden crate. Also, it includes 18 mix-and-match pieces total.

Beanstax Stacking Beanbags

2008-12-18T05:39:00.000-08:00

Beanstax Stacking Beanbags by Kushies
From Kushies

Customer Reviews

Beanbags
My kid loves to play with these beanbags and I have given them as a unique birthday gift for other kids

Product Description

Whimsically designed by KUSHIES, this stacking toy inspires little imaginations to think big! Builds self-confidence by encouraging exploration and building through open-ended play. From simple stacking to more expressive character building, all ages can dream and discover a world of endless possibilities!

Features

Recommended For Ages 1 Year And Older
Contains 12 Softly Touchable Bean-Filled Shapes In A Reusable Carrying Case
Made In China

Kushies Zolo Stacrobats

2008-12-18T05:07:00.000-08:00

Kushies Zolo Stacrobats
From Kushies Zolo

Customer Reviews

So Fun
I really love this toy. I wouldn't say it's "educational" but it is definitely fun. The little acrobats are magnetic and stick to anything metal, themselves, the balls and the base. Great for any age.

So much fun!
This is such a great toy! Easy to stack and is very durable. I love that it comes in the zip up case so it's easy to take to restaurants, doctor's office, etc.

AWESOME PRODUCT, KIDS LOVE IT!
I HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PRODUCT IF YOU'RE LOOKING FOR SOMETHING BOTH ORIGINAL AND FUN...I BOUGHT TWO, ONE FOR MY 1 1/2 YEAR OLD NIECE AND THE OTHER FOR MY NEPHEW, SAME AGE, AND THY ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT! NOT ONLY DO THEY GET A LOT OUT OF IT BUT THEIR MOMS PLAY WITH IT TOO. I HAVE BEEN ASKED BY OTHER MEMBERS OF THE FAMILY WHERE I GOT IT FROM SINCE THEY WERE SO TAKEN WITH IT. MONEY WELL SPENT!

Product Description

The Kushies Zolo Stacrobats is a fun magnetic toy for 1 year olds and up! Your Child can create their own circus! Build their imagination, balance, and dexterity while they play! The magnetic figures, balls, and base are easy to attach. Connect them in zillions of ways! Begin with simple magnetic discovery and grow to learn stacking and balance. The many ways to play and succeed encourages self-expression and builds self confidence. This set contains 5 magnetic figures, 3 magnetic balls, and a powerful magnetic base that doubles as a carrying case. The Kushies Zolo Stacrobats magnetic toy encourages several different developmental aspects which include explorative play, flexible thinking, dexterity, self-expression, self-confidence and independent play!

Fisher Price Batman Lil Quad

2008-12-17T17:41:00.000-08:00

Batman Lil Quad
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

Fun But Small
My son loved this toy but it is really small. He is not even two yet and is almost too big for it. However, he was angry when I made him stop playing with it and making it go is a breeze with the one orange button he has to push. Overall, good value for the younger toddler.

Great Lil Quad
We bought this for my son for his 1st birthday and his 3.5 year old sister rides it more than him but he is figuring it out. Definitely has gotten great use so far, small enough to keep inside during the cold months and the kids ride it in the playroom. It does tip backwards pretty easy but not where it falls on the child but if your child puts his/her feet down while pressing on the gas and pulling back on the handle bars so be careful, fortunately mine is used indoors so we haven't been outside on the concrete. Its turn ratio is not the best but it is a toddler toy. I would recommend this purchase even with these factors!!

Nice product
The charge lasts a long time, and it lets my 2 year old go from the sidewalk to the grass with ease. Great product for the smaller set :)

Product Description

Tots can hop on this battery-powered Batman four-wheeler for endless adventures. It's designed with a utility rack on the back and has loads of toddler-friendly features for the even littlest riders, like a large push-button on the handlebar for simple stop-and-go and built-in footrests. Drives at an exciting but safe 2 mph (max.) on hard surfaces and grass.

Includes 6-volt battery and charger. Adult assembly and direct adult supervision required. Recommended for outdoor use only. Weight capacity 40 lbs. Approximate measurements 26" x 13" x 16".

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Fisher-Price Musical Tea Set

2008-12-17T17:24:00.000-08:00

Fisher-Price Musical Tea Set
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

musical teaset
I had purchased this teaset for my grandsons when they were little. They always enjoyed it. So when my grandaughter came along I wanted one for her too. She enjoyed it a lot.

Still Loves it After 2 years!!!
My daughter is 5 years old and received her Tea set for Christmas 2 years ago. She loves playing house and I am absolutely amazed at how well this set still looks. She still plays with it (which is a rare thing nowadays!). I would highly recommend it! The little song is adorable and she is still thrilled every time it sounds off when she pours her "tea"! Great, durable toy!

Great Tea Set
We bought this tea set when our daughter was 18 months old and she loved it. She is now 3 years old and still plays with it daily.

Product Description

This teapot over for magic pouring sounds, or presses the lid to hear a tea time tune. Set includes four cups, saucers and spoons, plus a creamer and sugar bowl with lid, and a tray for serving treats. It requires two replaceable button-cell alkaline batteries, which are included

Editorial Reviews

Editorial Review
Every child should have a tea set somewhere in the toy box, not just for feeding favorite dollies and teddies, but also for practicing tea-party manners before a special party or dinner. This molded plastic set is made with the thoughtful design and extra-durable materials of most Fisher-Price toys, with the added bonus of a jolly musical teapot. It plays "I'm a Little Teapot" when the top of the lid is pressed, and also provides a "magical" chiming noise when the pot is poured (requires two button-cell batteries; included). The set includes four teacups in pastel shades, matching saucers, a sugar bowl, a creamer, and four white spoons. Everything fits onto a sturdy lavender tray with large handles and a built-in stand for the teapot.

Push n Learn Alphabet Bus

2008-12-17T11:28:00.000-08:00

Push n Learn Alphabet Bus
From babystyle

Product Description

A very special item from our sister company, babystyle! Exclusive design that is sure to be one of their favorite toys, this built-for-learning bus combines the fun of a push-around vehicle with the brain-building power of a letter-based shape sorter. Each of the 26 wooden animal blocks features the animal's name and letter. Find the animal's corresponding letter and shape on the bus, then push the shape on through. Once all the animals are inside, open the back door to retrieve them, or take them on a fun roll-around ride! Its smooth, sturdy particle board and solid birch wood construction will stand up to years of play! 16" x 9.5" x 5.5". Ages 3 years and up.

This item ships directly from the vendor. Please allow an additional week for delivery.

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Fisher-Price Power Wheels Toddler Series Girl's Lil Quad

2008-12-17T11:16:00.000-08:00

Fisher-Price Power Wheels Toddler Series Girl's Lil Quad
From Fisher-Price

Customer Reviews

Toddler Mom, Austin, TX
I bought this for my daughter's 2nd b-day. It is super cute, durable, and just the right size for her; however, she road it for about five minutes and now won't get on it. I think because she kept pushing the "on" switch versus holding it in the "on" position and it would jerk her back and forth that it may have scared her. She may be a little young for this now but I think in a few months she will like it. Fisher-Price Power Wheels Toddler Series Girl's Lil Quad Refresh

Product Description

All the sporty ATV styling of the Lil' Quad mixed with all the fun of Barbie! Cool Barbie graphics and colors, built-in footrests and a cute cargo rack on the back make this vehicle a little girl's delight. It's designed especially for toddlers, with easy push-button operation for simple stop and go. Also features 6 volts of battery power, and a PowerLock brake system for a safe but exciting ride. Drives 2 mph on hard surfaces and grass. It's as sturdy as it looks, and even more fun to drive! Includes 6-volt battery and charger. Recommended for outdoor use only. Holds up to 40 lbs.

Features

The girl's lil quad refresh is a single speed 6 Volt rechargeable system that is designed especially for toddlers
Easy push-button operation for simple stop and go
It has realistic school bus styling, electronic lights and sounds which add to the realism and fun along with a flipping stop sign
Rides low, so it is easy for them to get on and off by themselves
It has a seat in the back for the kid's favorite doll or teddy bear

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Fisher-Price Little People Busy Day Home - Pink

2008-12-17T04:41:00.000-08:00

Fisher-Price Little People Busy Day Home - Pink
From Fisher-Price

Product Description

Brrring! Mom's in the kitchen talking on the phone. Ding-dong! Dad's about to answer the front door. And baby's outside playing with doggie and kitty. Just another busy day at home-one like kids might experience every day. Only this home is just their size. So they can make all the action happen, with a fridge door that opens and closes, a potty that flushes and lots more! Includes 3 cute, chunky figures (mom, dad, baby) bed, table and 2 chairs. Vehicle requires 2 "AA" batteries. Please dispose of batteries safely.

Features

Recommended Age: 12 months - 4 years

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Parents Busy School Activity Cube

2008-12-17T04:18:00.000-08:00

Parents Busy School Activity Cube
From Battat

Product Details

Amazon Sales Rank: #7714 in Baby Product
Brand: Battat
Released on: 2008-09-15

Features

This cube is designed with 6 sides, each with a variety of shapes, movement and color to pique children’s curiosity and lead them to explore
Develops motor skills, encourages abstract thinking, boosts memory and language skills and stimulates critical thinking and problem solving
Also provides different levels of play so that as children grow, the toy grows with them
Tiny tots love making the birds fly into and out of the tree, but as they get older, it will teach them numbers
Great cooperative play for kids of different ages

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Parents Magazine Bee Bop Band Play

2008-12-16T17:14:00.000-08:00

Parents Magazine Bee Bop Band Play & Learn Drum & Instruments
From BATTAT INC.

Customer Reviews

So much fun, but SAFETY CONCERN
First, I love toys by PARENTS and have never bought one that my child didn't love. This one was no exception--he's gotten more use out of this than almost any other toy he owns (and he has way too many toys). The other reviewers are right--it's incredibly over priced here. I got mine at Target for MUCH less. But most importantly, I was shocked yesterday to find my two and a half year old standing with the STRAP BEGINNING TO TWIST AROUND HIS NECK, and his face beginning to turn RED! He's a smart kid, but I don't think he'd be able to figure out how to loosen something like that around his neck--especially if he were panicking. Please be careful--and don't let young children play with this drum with the strap attached unless you're supervising them carefully. I was in the same room with my son when this happened and he wasn't making any noise that I remember when this happened.

BUY IT AT TARGET!
This sells for half the price at target!!! It is a great toy, which is why I gave it such a high review, but don't buy through amazon, the price is outrageous!

Product Description

Turn your child on to music? Try these jitterbugs. These ever-clever colorful toys in the key of "Bee Major" are just the thing to introduce your child to music: from the ant bells and caterpillar tambourine to the bee maracas, ladybug xylophone and the big see-thru, carry-along drum with centipede drumsticks. Everything to create your own band and be as big as the Beatles. Drum measures 10" diameter x 9" High. Made of plastic. All instruments fit inside drum for transport and storage. FEATURES: Caterpillar Tambourine with Real Metal Cymbals, Ant Jingle Bells for Ringing, 6 Note Ladybug Xylophone, Bee Maraca is also a Clacker, Centipede Drumsticks to Supply the Rhythm, Lift the Lid to Store All Instruments in the Drum!

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Fisher-Price Manny's Tool Box

2008-12-16T17:02:00.000-08:00

Fisher-Price Manny's Tool Box
From Fisher-Price

Customer Reviews

love it
My son got this for his second birthday. He loves Handy Manny. He uses the tools to fix everything in sight. The only thing I did not like about it is that Rusty is too heavy to "dance." He keeps falling over and just kind of sits there.

Another great toy from FP!
My son added this to his Handy Manny collection and loves it. The tools are the perfect size to help the handyman in the family. My husband assembled a shelf yesterday, and my son (2 1/2) was right there next to him with the tool box. The tools go everywhere with us. Even at naptime. I haven't noticed that the sound is too loud like the other reviewers, but I find that the sounds most toys make are more tolerable when your child really enjoys it like my son does. Very happy with purchase and highly recommend.

Loud motor
I agree with J. Schenkel's review. The motor on this toy started out loud and is getting louder the more my son plays with it. That being said, he does really enjoy playing with the tools. It plays the "hop up, jump in" song, which is huge hit with my son.

Features

Manny's tool box is an icon from the show and once kids have it, they can pretend they are Manny and interact with Manny's tool friends from the show
It comes with all 7 tools, Pat, Turner, Dusty, Stretch, Felipe, Squeeze, and Rusty
Press the Manny button on the toolbox, the tools will come to life right before the child's eyes
It will also be jam packed with great too
Children can sing along with the let's get to work song from the show that Manny and the tools sing when they are ready to go

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Little Einstein's Pat Pat Rocket

2008-12-16T11:49:00.000-08:00

Little Einstein's Pat Pat Rocket
From Fisher-Price

Excellent toy for your child who loves Little Einsteins. 100% worth the money! Lights up, plays music, and comes with all the little characters.

Customer Reviews

2 year old daughter loves Rocket!
We bought this for my daughter for her 2nd birthday. 5 months later.. this is by far her favorite toy at the moment. She LOVES her Rocket! Every time she watches Little Einsteins.. she has to have Rocket. Even when we have playdates over here.. we have to "hide" Rocket b/c no one is allowed to play with Rocket except her!

I read a couple other reviews.. and the seating is correct in our Rocket. My daughter knows exactly where everyone goes.. and if you try to put Leo in the wrong spot (for instance) - she'll immediately go "no!" and put Leo in the correct spot. You do have to press down on them to get them to talk, but.. my 2 year old can do it just fine. She absolutely loves to play with her Rocket.

So.. I rated this a 5 stars b/c my daughter loves it. There are 3 downsides (as a mom) that I would like to mention.. but my 2 year old could care less about them:
- Loud. This toy is SO loud.. wish it had a volume control.
- The hood of Rocket comes off very easily.. and my daughter cant get it on by herself yet.. so, we have to put the hood back on Rocket when it comes off.
- The green little screen that is inside of Rocket.. well, its cheap. It came off immediately.. so, we just tossed it aside. My daughter could care less..!

Overall, excellent toy. May not be the parent's favorite toy.. but your child will absolutely LOVE this toy if they like Little Einsteins!

Price...
I just bought this toy for my son for Christmas, I am glad I got it at Target rather than on Amazon as I usually just get them on here without the hastle of trying to go and find toys in the store. Anyways, It is 45.00 on Amazon, Target has this toy on sale right now for 22 dollars, origonally like 39. Anyways, I am not sure if it is just my Target or if it at all Targets, but check it out before you overpay on here. = ) I must say, I am very happy for 22 dollars. = )

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Easel for Two - Best Christmas Toys

2008-12-16T11:24:00.000-08:00

Easel for Two - Best Christmas Toys
From Step2

Toddler friendly easel. Has a dry/erase board that also serves as a magnetic board as well. Other side is a chalk board. Both sides have a clip for drawing paper. Must have!

Customer Reviews

Great easel
Easel is very stable; closes up easily. The yellow tray is generous in size for both sides and inside to store supplies.

The magnetic letters enclosed with easel are a HAZARD! I threw them out.

I recommend this easel for either 1 or 2 children, who can play at the same time.

You will need to buy paints and brushes.

Easel immediate hit with two-yar old
I purchased this recently for my 2-year old niece. She and her friends immediately began playing. I purchased chalk, markers, paper and all fit well into the tray. It appears to be very sturdy. I took the other readers' reviews advice and purchased new numbers and letters from PlaySchool. So, it's a definite hit and hoping for some stellar artwork!

simply a must-have
my 2 year old daughter LOVES this, and it's great for teaching her the letters and numbers.
Drawing on the dry erase and chalk board are also great. Keeps her from drawing on the walls.

Product Description

This unique easel doubles the fun for little artists. It comes with two hinged easels - one with a chalkboard and one with a magnetic dry erase board. Each side has a paperclip so kids can keep their masterpieces in place while drawing and painting.

Easel features an easy-reach middle storage area for art supplies, plus deep trays and pencil ledges for holding paint, brushes, markers, chalk and erasers (all sold separately). Includes 74 magnetic letters, numbers and signs.

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Laugh & Learn: Musical Learning Chair

2008-12-16T05:33:00.000-08:00

Laugh & Learn: Musical Learning Chair
From Fisher Price

Customer Reviews

My son LOVES this toy
I introduced my son to this toy when he was 7 months old. He is now 20 months old and still really enjoys it. Both of the kids I nanny for (both 9 months old) also enjoy this toy. My son likes to get on and off of it and listen to the music. The different modes (music, and eduactional) provide tons of interactive fun for the kids. Volume control keeps it from getting too annoying. It's a pretty studry toy too. My son has stood on the chair before without any issue. Highly recommend this toy.

Very entertaining
I was first introduced to this toy at the Special Education pre-school. One of the children with Autism would sit for the longest time playing with the book and lamp. Although he didn't always respond verbally to many things he did with this. I bought one for my grandson who is now 1 year old and he loves it. My only problem is I can't get the seat to work. I followed the assembly directions but no sound, so I took it back and got another one and still the seat doesn't work. I will call Fisher-Price and hopefully they can help.

Amazon.com Product Description
Who thought learning could be this much fun? Babies and toddlers will love sitting down for story time and standing up for fun activities with the Laugh & Learn Song & Story Learning Chair. With three ways to help babies play and learn, the Learning Chair is recommended for boys and girls from one to three years old.

The chair introduces babies to the alphabet, numbers, colors and shapes, and stories. View larger.

The colorful plastic parts are both durable and rounded around the edges for safety. View larger.

Learning Time
Up, down, and all around, baby will love all the learning of Fisher-PriceÃs Laugh & Learn Song & Story Learning Chair. The chair introduces babies to the alphabet, numbers, colors and shapes -- not to mention stories. Flipping through the pages of the book, babies can hear the story from beginning to end, or learn about the different objects and characters on each page.

Musical Fun
The chair's friendly characters reinforces your baby's learning and imagination with musical ditties, silly sounds, and entertaining responses. For instance, you can tap the crayons for a "colorful" song and speech. With a volume control, the songs and stories can even play quietly as it gets close to nap-time -- and for your own sanity.

Developmental Benefits
The Learning Chair teaches through everyday experiences and develops life-long problem-solving skills as your baby learns to activate the chair's music, lights, sounds, and speech. It encourages an understanding of concepts as basic as "on" and "off." The chair also helps babies make the connection between words and objects, based on familiar things in the world.

With parental assembly, the chair measures 17 inches long and 12 inches wide, with a height of 15 inches, when put together. The colorful plastic parts are both durable and rounded around the edges for safe child's play. This Laugh & Learn toy requires three AA alkaline batteries.

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Step2 Magical Shoe Fairy Cottage

2008-12-16T05:23:00.000-08:00

Step2 Magical Shoe Fairy Cottage
From Step2

Customer Reviews

Cute fairy cottage
I bought this for my daughter's 2nd birthday and it was a big hit. She loves the little characters and carries them around the house. I also liked that it was a little bit of a different theme than some of the other dollhouses out there. It is very nice for a little one, with chunky characters and furniture and the doorbell on the cottage is especially cute. The only reason that I don't give it all 5 stars is the fact that I wish there were a little more inside the house, to give the fairies more to do in there. But my daughter loves the little slide and I have to admit, the little catepillar is adorable! The handle breaks off the top of our house from time to time, but it is pretty easy to snap back on. All in all, a nice toy and a good purchase.

Super Cute & Lots of Fun for 2-4-6 Year Old Girls
This is an adorable toy that all my girls can play with together. I highly recommend it.

Really great toy
The handle tends to come off, but that's the only bad thing i can say about it. I bought it for my 15 month old and she LOVES it! She is young for it but she loves to put all the figures in the shoe and then take them all out again. If you child likes little people then this toy would be great for them. The figures are really cute. She'll grow into the pretend part...but for now she is learning how to open and close the does and different parts of the shoe. She love the little fairy noise it makes. I may get the iplay cottage down the road to add to her village...but having to pick just one I recommend this one.

Product Description

Nursery rhymes jump right out of the storybook with this playset. Frolic and play with five cute characters as they slide down the flip-down boot-slide or relax on the bell flower fairy swing. This charming playset features doors that open and close, rotating open toe room, lift-up roof, lights-and-sound doorbell and swing-open back with garden. Pieces include two fairy chairs, fairy bed, fairy table, three fairies, gnome, caterpillar, potbelly stove and shoe house. 11 pieces in all. Requires 2 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 15"H x 13"W x 9"D.

Toys my 2 year old daughter loves!! Great Birthday Toy Ideas

Hasbro Playskool Dream Town Rose Petal Cottage

2008-12-15T17:29:00.000-08:00

Hasbro Playskool Dream Town Rose Petal Cottage
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

watch the insructions on line before you assemble
It is very cute for my granddaughter she seems to like it and the wall are durable but true to form my husband and my son-in-law thought it would be easy to assemble. An instuction on line was available but we did not watch it sooooooooooooooo it took my daughter, son-in-law, my son, my younger daughter, her boyfriend, my husband and me to figure it out. We have 39 years of college between us.

great play house
This rose petal cottage is so adorable, Its not that tall so you child must sit or kneel in it which must kids do anyway, easy to move from room to room cause its light weight. The adorable design and colors are so cute and sweet. The stove and washer which we have also fit great inside, I used my own table and chairs . Once again amazon dropped the price to 29.99 I couldnt believe my eyes, I ordered it and returned the one I already brought from walmart for 89.00. A must have for your princess play....

Amazon.com Product Description
The Dream Town Rose Petal Cottage gives your little girl a house of her own to live in, take care of and decorate. At just over four feet in height, this cottage offers more than enough playing space to little homeowners while still fitting comfortably within the confines of your living room. The Rose Petal Cottage opens up into a two-sided play arena, essentially giving your child not one but two rooms to explore. Recommended for ages three and up, this cottage will give your little girl's imagination a place to roam free.

With the Petal Cottage your little girl can have a house of her own. View larger. View Side - Back

The cottage can be easily stored away.

The Perfect Playhouse
Easy for an adult to assemble, the Rose Petal Cottage offers plenty of space to accommodate even the biggest imaginations. It measures 42 inches high by 37 inches wide by 18 inches deep, and will comfortably house your little girl and her friends along with several toys. The cottage has been built with only the softest and safest materials, ensuring your child's safety. For added fun, the cottage comes with a durable fiberboard stove -- the perfect accessory for when it's time to prepare pretend meals. The stove has knobs that really turn and an oven door that opens.

Ava's Christmas / Birthday list

Play-Doh® Super Craft Caddy - Best Christmas Toys

2008-12-15T17:15:00.000-08:00

Play-Doh® Super Craft Caddy
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Hours of play for 3 year old twins
I purchased this on clearance at our local wal-mart for my 3 year old twins. It came with a cute plastic mat that fit perfectly over their play table. I opened three colors for each and showed them how to use the many accessories that were included.
They played NON-STOP (a few potty breaks only) for FOUR hours. I can't remember the last time a new toy held both of their attention for that long.
A MUST BUY for toddlers. Clean up just took a few minutes to wipe off the mat and a pick up a few playdoh crumbs that had escaped to the floor.
Now if I can just keep my son from mixing the playdoh colors... :)

play-doh
not bad but be warned you need to buy extra play-doh at local store before handing it to the kid's

Fun Set!
I purchased this set for my daughter last Christmas (she is 5 years old), and it is still one of her favorites. It inspires creativity and it is something we can play together. Well worth the price.

Features

Load up the PLAY-DOH Super Craft Caddy, layout the floor mat and watch imaginations take on a shape of their own as kids get creative at one of the four different craft stations
Designed for children as young as three years old, kids can make colorful crafts using PLAY-DOH compound, including Sand art, stained glass, cake decorating and bead making
The soft, squishy feel of PLAY-DOH compound makes it easier to craft with and leaves behind less mess than typical craft materials like sand and clay
There's plenty of room for several kids to craft together and lots of creative ideas to keep little imaginations inspired!
Art caddy comes with play mat, PLAY-DOH PICK UP STICK tool, 2 stained glass frames, 2 sand art bottles, necklace, bracelet, 3 bead-making molds, frosting presser with 3 tips, cake-decorating plate, scissors, dust pan, rolling pin, pizza cutter, knife

Ava's Christmas / Birthday list

Parents Pop Beads Snap - Best Christmas Idea

2008-12-15T11:13:00.000-08:00

Parents Pop Beads Snap
From Battat

Customer Reviews

pop beads
I like the pop beads from Parents a lot, however was extremely disappointed when I found out that Target carries them for $16 ($15 and some odd cents plus tax) and I paid nearly $40 from amazon and the store that was selling them online. I will definitely think twice before purchasing from this over priced site again.

These are so much fun!
My daughter recently got these as a present and she loves them. She is almost 5 years old. She will sit down with these and play with them for over an hour while constantly brining me necklaces and bracelets to wear! I even have fun sitting with her and designing some. Also you can get them at Target for $15, not sure why they are asking so much here.

great & fun product for developing fine motor skills!!
I have a six year old daughter with pdd-nos & bad fine motor skills and her OT from school recommended them. We have a good time popping them together, making all kinds of "jewelry". A definate must to help with the strengthening of the hands by having fun. There is ALOT in that jar, I even split them up and we still have enough for a good time. Target was fast and easy to deal with, will order these again if we ever run low. :)

Product Description

It's a snap. Easy-to-make jewelry only looks complex. This set contains 500 colorful bead pieces, 12 rings and 6 bracelets. Touchable textures and sized for all. Perfect party activity or group play.

Ava's Christmas / Birthday list

Hasbro Candy Land Castle Game - Best for Christmas Gifts

2008-12-15T11:07:00.000-08:00

Hasbro Candy Land Castle Game - Best for Christmas Gifts
From Hasbro Games

Customer Reviews

A NEW VERSION TO A CLASSIC! EXCELLENT GAME!
I purchased this for my 4-year-old. I wasn't too sure what to expect and I didn't know if this was going to be like the classic game. This game consists of a mini-castle, 4 gingerbread boards, and hard thick plastic playing peices with four shapes. There is no batteries required. The mini-castle is well built and has a candy cane lever that you pull for the peices to come out. To start, everyone (1-4 players) gets a gingerbread man card. The first player pulls the lever and a peice comes out of the bottom. If they have that peice (such as a red circle) they get to place it on their card. If they don't, it goes back in the castle. There is a circle opening at the top that you place the peice back into. The peices MUST be put back flat or they will get jammed. Then, the play continues until the winner gets their 4 peices for their card. It's REALLY cute! My son even likes to play by himself. I was hesitant at first to buy this, but if you can catch it a good price GO FOR IT!

Easy, Educational, Quick game
I've had this game for over 1 yr now and I have a 3 yr old girl and a 7 yr old boy and this game has been a mainstay of "game night". It is easy to set up and fast paced, so my 3 yr old doesn't get bored with it. It is easily her favorite game and one her brother will actually play with her. It's bright, durable and teaches colors, shapes and counting (you have 3 shapes and still need 1 more to win!!). One person had reviewed that there was nowhere to store the pieces, but that's one of the best things about this game is that everything stores right on the main "castle". The game pieces all fit in the chimney looking chute that the pieces come out of when you pull the handle and the playing cards have a slot in back of the castle where they sit nicely. Over 1 year and amazingly, we still have all of the pieces. My kids pull the handle pretty roughly to get their next game piece out and I'm really surprised that it's so sturdy and hasn't broken yet. Overall, a GREAT bargain and a surprisingly big hit with my kids! I would definately recommend this game.

Great Game
This is a great game - not only because its easy to use, teaches color, shape, taking turns and gets the family playing together - but, my 3 and 5 year old can also play BY THEMSELVES!! (which is a nice little break every once in a while for mom!(

A Colorful and Fun Way to Learn
Designed to encourage matching and coordination skills for young pre-schoolers, this delightful game involves small gingerbread kid gameboards with spaces for brightly-colored shapes, including green stars, yellow circles, purple ovals and red squares.

A colorful game that provides many learning opportunities for your children. View larger.

Gameboards are in the shape of gingerbread kids. View larger.

These colorful shapes can be dropped into the top of King Kandy's Castle then retrieved by pulling on one of three spires (levers) that causes them to slide out of the chute located on the front of the Castle. And with no assembly required, this engaging game is ready to play right out of the box.

A Magical World
Your children will be totally enchanted by Candy Land Castle's magical atmosphere. With its bright and vibrant colors, the game is a treat for kids' eyes. King Kandy's Castle is especially cute, with a twisty and fanciful design that your kids will be sure to love. They'll feel like a part of Candy Land itself as they drop, pull, slide and match the colored tokens with the gingerbread people.

About Candy Land
Candy Land is one of Hasbro's most popular board game for young children. It is often the first board game played by children, since it requires only basic counting skills and features a fun and colorful candy theme. With such endearing characters as King Kandy and Princess Lolly, Candy Land has appealed to generations of young gamers.

Ava's Christmas / Birthday list

Cranium Cariboo - Best Games for Christmas

2008-12-15T05:03:00.000-08:00

Cranium Cariboo - Best Games for Christmas
From Hasbro Games

Customer Reviews

A wonderful game!
I have to completely disagree with the one star reviewer. I find it delightful, and I like to play it. I think the hidden balls and key action keep kids amazingly engaged. The mystery factor is unique to this game, and it never feels like a boring review of numbers, letters, shapes and colors. NO batteries, and two levels of play! If your child knows every single lowercase letter and can count groups of objects to ten, then it is too easy for them. But most 3 to 4 year olds are working on these concepts (and some of this age range are still counting to 4, learning shapes, and the basic colors which is the content in level one). To me the only con is that the cards on each trap door should be laminated, because when children flip to level 2 play (the lowercase letters) they get too bent. I am here to buy this (yet again!) to give as a gift to a nephew who just turned 4.

Treasure hunting fun!
This game has been a favorite in our house for the past 3 1/2 years. My oldest daughter received this game as a gift and it was instantly a hit. She loved that the treasure was revealed at the end of each game and I loved that it was a quick game to play [some games like Chutes and Ladders for example, make me want to run screaming from the house].

I particularly like that this game has two levels of play. For a younger child you start off with the beginner level where you match by shape, color, number (1-4) or letter (A-C). My daughter who is three now is now quite skilled at playing this game after being introduced to it about two months ago. It is one of her favorite games, just as it was for her big sister. I would rate the advanced level of the game on a pre-K level. In the advance version you match based on lowercase letters instead of just 3 upper case letters. The number range on the advance level is also higher than 4.
The only issue I have ever had with this game is a few of the balls started to crack and crumble on us after about a month of playing with it. I contacted Cranium about it and they sent us replacement balls free of charge. The replacement balls have been in use for over three years now and they're as good as new.
We have been very pleased with this game. It's fun to play and set up. We have given this as a gift to many friends over the past few years. Whether you have a pirate or princess on your hands, this treasure hunting game is sure to please.

Fantastic family game!
This is a wonderful, fun game to play. I especially like that it grows with the child, as you can play the easier or more difficult games. I bought it as a present for my little girl's 3rd birthday, and she loved it from the start.

I would have loved a few small alterations - it would be nice to have a place to keep the cards and the key. Little hands often knock over the stack of cards when trying to take one from the top. (We only use half of the cards at a time, but it still happens.) Also, it would be good storage for these items when you aren't playing the game. Also, our "treasure box" has never opened very easily, and it isn't easy to remove the balls once they are all in there. These are pretty picky changes for a game that is well worth the price.

Product Description

Cranium Cariboo is the magical treasure hunt game designed especially for young children. Kids love exploring the golden island of Cariboo, where they find castles, boats, balloons, and more. Cariboo reinforces four early-learning fundamentals - letters, numbers, shapes, and colors - and its packed with fun! Cariboo Expanded Edition grows with your child with an advanced set of cards that doubles the fun. Cranium Cariboo has received several prestigious awards, including the Platinum Best Toy Award from the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio.

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Cranium Hullabaloo - Top Christmas Toys 2008

2008-12-15T04:56:00.000-08:00

Cranium Hullabaloo - Top Christmas Toys 2008
From Hasbro

# 27 Top Christmas Toys : Cranium Hullabaloo, My kids received this game for Christmas and absolutely love it. In a way it sort of reminds me of Twister. It has a battery-operated voice box that calls out commands and there are all different kinds of pads that you lay out on the floor. It will ask you to do different things like jump to a blue pad, bounce to a red pad, skip to a green pad etc... Each pad has different things on it as well like animals, food, musical instruments etc.. At the end it will announce a winner if you happened to land on the right combination of pad. There are a lot of little things that the game does to get a few chuckles out of your kids. My kids and I give this game 5 stars and I think most kids will love it.

Customer Reviews

A VERY FUN GAME!
We recieved this as a gift three years ago. This game still gets played at least 3/4 times a month. It's a combination between twister and Simon Says that teaches color and object recognition. To begin, you lay down all the mats, that are made of a strong but flexy plastic. Then you push down the big red button on the main unit and the fun begins! The main unit will give you directions on what to do next. The voice is very loud and clear, and there is even a button to control the volume high or low. Kids and Adults will enjoy playing this game together. My son's even like to play by themselves. The winner of the game is the person who is standing on the mat that is called out by the machine. This product delivers exactly what it says it does and will last for many years!

One of the best games for preschoolers.
My 2, 4 and 5 year old love this game an get it out at least once a week. It gets everyone up and moving and helps with color and shape recognition. Our first version only had one level but the second has two which adds a lot of silly twister like challenges. Lots of Fun!

Active fun for 3-6 year olds
This game has been played now for several years. I would say it was the most popular around age 5 (for boys). After that they start to lose interest, but sometimes even a 10 year old will play it. It's the most fun with several players.

Features

High-energy game loved by kids of all ages
Simple, out-of-the-box fun - just turns it on and goes
Encourages listening, problem solving and friendly competition
Kids play alone or with friends -giggling guaranteed
Thousands of game variations, so kids never tire of the fun

Wild Planet Spy Gear Wireless Tracking System

2008-12-14T18:29:00.000-08:00

Wild Planet Spy Gear Wireless Tracking System
From Wild Planet

Customer Reviews

My son loves this-
We purchased the previous design of this toy by Wild Planet for our then 5 year old. He has had so much fun tracking us and friends as we walk through the house. He was alerted when Daddy was through with his shower (bathroom door), when he went in to his closet to get dressed, and when he was on his way downstairs. I am considering getting this updated version. The sound on the base of the last one is no longer working, but the lights still work (spies need to be quiet!). Our son is now almost 7 and just used this at Thanksgiving to track Grandpa. Lots of fun.

Child wild planet toy
My 6 year old is all into "Spys" so he had to have this. I suppose it's fine I've had no complaints altho he's my grandson and he doesnt live with me.

Features

Place the three motion sensor pods to track movement throughout the house
Mark sensor locations on lighted screen with dry erase marker
Handheld base station unit warns you when sensor is tripped with LED indicator lights and spoken alerts
Clips to belt or backpack for the spy on the go
Works through the walls

Aidan turning "7", December birthday and Christmas list

TiVo TCD652160 HD Digital Video Recorder

2008-12-14T17:29:00.000-08:00

TiVo TCD652160 HD Digital Video Recorder
From TiVo

Customer Reviews

Tivo, a great product
Have had an older Tivo for years...a "must have" for me. I purchased this one as I upgraded to HDTV as the older model could not handle the new format.

Bought Tivo instead of the cable companies offering...Tivo is still the easiest to use and, I think, the best choice for a DVR. Am very happy with it.

Superb picture quality - easy to use menu
Hookup was easy. Suggest getting cards from cable provider (to eliminate the need for a cable box). Channel changing is much faster than my old tivo. Piture quality is excellent. Have had for 5 months now - flawless in operation. I highly recommend this item.

Product Description

TiVo HD is a smart addition to any high-definition TV, combining the clarity of high definition with the smart, easy-to-use TiVo Service. It works with any cable set-up. It connects to any home network, so you get access to the best of both broadcast and broadband content. It downloads the latest movies straight from the Internet to your living room. It can pause, rewind, and slow-motion your favorite moments with razor-sharp HD clarity. Plus, TiVo HD connects to virtually any cable service via CableCARDs1, so it replaces your existing cable box.

TiVo HD Features
Search for HD movies and sports: With our intelligent search features, you can easily find a specific director, actor, player, or team among the world of both broadcast and broadband content. Prefer to see a movie in high definition? Do a WishListTM search and the TiVo service will automatically record the HD version and place it in your Now Playing List.

Record movies in HD: When recording with TiVo HD, you have the option of capturing shows in standard or high definition. Plus, when you play them back, you can easily pause or rewind HD instant replays without ever sacrificing their original razor-sharp HD resolution.

Download movies from the Internet: Don't see any great movies in your cable program guide? You can easily select a classic or new release from the world's largest movie library, order them with a click of your remote control, and have them downloaded directly to your TiVo box.

Access your music library with the remote: When you connect your TiVo DVR to your home network, your HDTV can connect right to millions of songs and playlists available over the Internet. You can now enjoy digital music on the best sound system in the house.

Schedule an HD premiere: With TiVo, you can do your TV scheduling from any computer when you are away from home. Log onto TiVo.com, click on a show, and you're done.

International Arcade Museum's Top 10 Non-Game Amazon Gifts for Gamers

K'Nex Motorized Madness Ball Machine

2008-12-14T12:32:00.000-08:00

K'Nex Motorized Madness Ball Machine
From K'NEX

Customer Reviews

K'nex are great - but don't overpay
My kids love K'nex and this is on their wish list for this year. . .but beware people selling it for $89+. The regular retail price at ToyRUs is $59.99, and I just got it on sale for $41 and some change, and they still had more in stock (not online, just in store).

Lots of fun!
This product is great. Everything works in it except for the swing arm ball drop. But my 8 year old son was able to fix it. The ball would not go into the first cup on the swing arm ball drop as things didn't seem to line up correctly. We reviewed the instructions a few times, but we had built it correctly. My son added a small piece of foam to one rod, and that helped place the rod and ball cup in the correct position to catch the ball. The only reason we took a star off is for the swing arm ball drop.

Note: there are no extra pieces, so don't lose any while building!

Product Description

Build the K'NEX Motorized Madness Ball Machine, a towering contraption full of building challenge and exciting performance! Towering over 4 feet high and featuring a motorized lift and 3 exciting ball runs, the Motorized Madness is a builder's dream. This set includes 2,004 colorful, plastic K'NEX pieces, a new track system and 5 balls. Follow the color-coded instructions to build this exciting ball machine step by step. Then switch on the motor to bring the model to life. The motorized ball lift continuously carries balls to the top of the tower, where they alternate down 1 of 3 different ball runs. The downward spiral sends balls down a dizzying ride to the bottom. The hammer drop transports the balls off the track and onto 2 swiveling elevators, and the funnel drop sends balls on an express ride straight to the bottom. Dimensions (assembled): 30"L x 24"W x 50"H.

Aidan turning "7", December birthday and Christmas list

Star Wars Transformers Luke Skywalker

2008-12-14T11:23:00.000-08:00

Star Wars Transformers Luke Skywalker / Snowspeeder
From Hasbro Toys

Customer Reviews

Fun Star Wars Transformers toy
I'll be perfectly honest, I had to buy this toy twice; first time out of the package one of Luke's hands was jammed in its socket, and when I twisted it to insert the cannon, the hand broke off followed by the entire arm. Second time I was much more careful, and the joints seemed to be looser as well.

Other than that initial mishap (which I'm willing to chalk up to that one particular toy and not the actual design), this is a pretty fun Transformer. There's a cool "reveal" of sorts when you start opening the flaps of the Snowspeeder and see how the arms and legs are tucked into the body. The speeder closes back up pretty tightly too, so that if you didn't know this was a Transformer it would look like you average Star Wars toy. On the flip side I don't like how the speeder flaps hang at the back in robot mode without folding/locking into anything, and as usual the projectile weapons have to loaded a certain way or they won't fire properly.

Hopefully your copy won't be stiff and break apart like my first one did, otherwise this comes recommended.

He really likes it.
My eight year old son is quite a fan of both Transformers and Star Wars, and he knows a good transformer when he sees one. He says, "I really like this one and none of the parts have broken off. It's got a good design and it's easy to transform, though it was kind of hard to do the back part at first. Most important (sic), it's cool looking in both modes." We've read about some of the problems with Star Wars Transformers, and would be inclined to put this Snowspeeder model in the "good" category with Obi Wan and Anakin, as opposed to the poorly designed Luke and Clone Trooper models.

Product Description

Faced with the nearly unstoppable onslaught of the Imperial AT-AT walkers, Luke Skywalker leads the fight to defend Echo Base in this modified T-47 snowspeeder. When blasters prove ineffective against the mighty AT-AT armor plating, he uses the power of the Force to morph into an incredible combat robot, and takes on the walkers toe to toe! Whether in Snowspeeder vehicle mode with its launching missiles, or in Luke Skywalker robot mode with lightsaber firmly in hand, this figure is ready to do battle. Bring home the power of the Force and help defend the galaxy with this incredible figure!

Aidan turning "7", December birthday and Christmas list

Nerf Dart Tag Hyperfire Deluxe 2 Player Blaster Set

2008-12-14T11:18:00.000-08:00

Nerf Dart Tag Hyperfire Deluxe 2 Player Blaster Set
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

Best Value. Fun!!!
The price (under $20) I paid for the set at Amazon was awsome! Best value for boy's toys for a long time.
I agree with most of Amazon.com Review. My 9 year old son, his class mates, and his dad, all have lots of fun with them.
They don't use the vest much though. They just like shooting each other and stick the dart to opponents' clothes (it sticks well to fleece).
The set comes with plenty of darts but the extra darts are easy to find at the local discount store.

Totally Cool!
This toys is awesome! Got it for my son's 10th birthday. He wanted ANOTHER set so more of his friends could play together. Now we have four guns and me and my husband play too!!! It is super fun and we've had them for two years now.

Awesome dart battles...indoors and out!
Nerf Dart Tag Hyperfire Deluxe 2 Player Blaster SetThis game is a blast! Blasters hold lots of darts and shoot all the way across the house! Yet, the darts are safe and don't damage anything. My boys love dart tag...way to go Nerf! Vests are actually moving scoring targets. Glasses are for safety...and their really cool looking. This is the perfect Christmas gift for any boy over 5 or so.

Features

Contains everything you need for a one-on-one Nerf war
Scoring vest tells you when and where you've hit your opponent
Set includes dart tag blasters, adjustable scoring vests, 2 sets of dart tag vision gear, 20 tagger micro darts and instructions
Soft Nerf darts pose no threat of injury or household damage
For 2 players

Aidan turning "7", December birthday and Christmas list

Amazon Exclusive Bear - Best Christmas Toys

2008-12-14T05:53:00.000-08:00

Amazon Exclusive Bear by Gund
From Gund

Customer Reviews

Loved this Free Bonus Bear! Just beautiful!
I love this Amazon Exclusive bear, so soft and plush and very well made, of course it is a GUND bear so it has to be! It comes in a sealed bag which is awesome if you want it to stay in tact, it is a First Edition so this is truly to become a collectible. Happy Holidays!

I love it
This is an exceptionally well made Polar Bear by Gund. This first edition bear is sure to become a collectible as it bears the amazon.com brand on the cap and is exclusive to Amazon.

The bear is super white and very soft. His ears stick out of the cap, and his fur feels "velvety" soft. It looks exactly like the picture. It comes in a sealed plastic bag. Very good since you want this bear to stay as clean as possible when you get it, and it can't stay much cleaner than in a sealed bag. The bear is about a foot tall and will fit in a child's arm perfectly. Snuggleable, huggable and lovable. I love it.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Review
A special, first-edition plush polar bear from Gund, the Amazon Toy Catalog Mascot Bear is a fun, lovable addition to your child's nursery or even your office cubicle. This extra-soft white bear sports a long, blue winter cap with white accents on the cuff, a blue and white tassel, and an embroidered Amazon.com logo, making it as cute as can be.

What We Think

Fun Factor:

Durability:

(what this means)

The Good: Soft, first-edition polar bear from a name known for exceptional quality

The Bad: Nothing

In a Nutshell: A huggable new friend for anyone young at heart

At a Glance

Ages: 12 months and up

This extra-soft Gund bear has details like a knit winter hat. View larger.

This Gund plush toy is made of high-quality, plush materials with an attention to detail; his fur is unbelievably soft, the detailed pads on his paws are designed to last, and his hat is made of knit fabric, just like the cap you pull over your ears on cool days, and features the famous amazon.com logo in bold white across the front. The bear's ears also poke out through an opening in the cap, making him even more adorable.

About Gund: America's Original Plush Toy Company
Gund's classic teddy bears have an appeal that spans generations. Everyone from infants to adults can appreciate the results of Gund's quality craftsmanship. This is much of the reason that, in addition to being great playmates, these well-designed bears have established a track record as collectors items. Unlike many cheaply-made toys, Gund bears are prepared to stand the test of time.

Gund was one of the first companies to design and produce teddy bears. Founded by German immigrant Adolph Gund in Norwalk, Connecticut in 1898, Gund is the leading soft toy manufacturer in the U.S. Their unique teddy bears and other soft toys are internationally recognized as innovative and high quality. A trademarked under-stuffing technique gives Gund plush bears and toys their unique, extra-huggable feel.

Kindle: Amazon's Wireless Reading Device

2008-12-14T04:51:00.000-08:00

Kindle: Amazon's Wireless Reading Device
From Amazon

The Best Christmas Gifts Ideas for This Year.

Customer Reviews

Totally addicting!
I love this thing! It's lightweight, the screen is crystal clear, and the selection of font sizes are great. As easy to read indoors as out. The range of available material is quite broad, and seemingly expanding daily. It's wonderful to have a friend tell you about a great book they're reading, and before you forget that title or author you can find it on Kindle and it's yours.
Especially wonderful for forgetful me- Amazon keeps all your Kindle purchases in your media file- always available to download, and you'll never purchase the same book twice!

The Kindle
I have to tell you that the Kindle is the greatest thing since sliced bread and my favorite possession. I carry it everywhere and the size is a godsend. I have been stopped in planes, doctors offices, restaurants, and everywhere you can think of as I pull out my Kindle to while away a few minutes of waiting, etc. Everyone asks "what is it?" and by the time I'm finished with my demonstration, they are usually writing down the name of the device to add to a Christmas list.

It is by far the best purchase of 2009. I bought one for myself and my husband at Christmas. Absolutely NO REGRETS. EVERYONE should own a Kindle.

SOOTHING COMFORT FROM A KINDLE'S "CLICK CLICK"
MY LIFE WILL NEVER BE THE SAME AGAIN..... as I snuggle into my warm bed reading next to my husband as he "click clicks" along reading his new Kindle ..... THERE IS SO MUCH COMFORT in hearing that soft, subtle sound - so much so that I feel a kind of emptiness when he is not there reading and I am listening and searching for something so soothing - as if it were so essential - as the sound of a mother's heartbeat .

Features

Revolutionary electronic-paper display provides a sharp, high-resolution screen that looks and reads like real paper.
Simple to use: no computer, no cables, no syncing.
Wireless connectivity enables you to find, buy, and read instantly—whether you’re in the back of a taxi, at the airport, or in bed.
Shop the Kindle Store directly from your Kindle.
Buy a book and it is auto-delivered wirelessly in less than one minute.

Amazon.com Gift Card - Best Idea for Christmas Gifts

2008-12-13T12:51:00.000-08:00

Amazon.com Gift Card - Best Idea for Christmas Gifts
From Amazon.com

I'm generally not a fan of gift certificates and gift cards from land based stores, but Amazon.com gift cards are perfect. A great gift for a gamer is to let them get what they want (though you can encourage them to try something else...other than a game).

Customer Reviews

I love Amazon
First let me start by saying Thank you to Amazon and Merry Christmas.
You have made my life easier for me in the way of shopping for myself and for gift giving. Also as a seller on Amazon it is quite easy. My shopping this years as been successful since I am able to find just what I was needing and wanting for others.

Thank you once again for being in my life and making it a great experience for me .

Hello, 2008. It just works.
What's up with all the negative reviews from 2004? It's 2008, people.

I just ordered one e-mail gift card and one printable gift card. Both were delivered in under 2 minutes.

The only minor drawback was that the text on the printed gift card did not fit in its space, although the number of characters was less than 300.

Not that bad
Before purchasing I read the reviews. It is curious when a product has 50% 5 stars and 50% 1 star. I have had good service over the years from Amazon and decided to give it a try. Conclusions: Ordering gives good options however the process should be simpler. If I am a customer for years, why do I have to enter my credit card again. The print out is definitely bad with a black and white laser, hardly readable, no chance of choosing graphics. Quick solution to give a gift to friends who buy in Amazon.

Get them what they've always wanted. (Even if you don't know what it is.)

* Redeemable for millions of items
* Ships for free, never expires
* Available in any amount from $5 to $5,000

==> Three Easy Ways to Give <== 1.E-mail a gift card ›› E-mail a personalized gift card for immediate delivery. 2.Print at home ›› Print a personalized gift card on your own printer. (Remember to have your credit card handy when you're ready to print). 3.Send a gift card by mail ›› Mail a personalized gift card (shipping is free, of course). Please allow 5-7 business days for delivery.

Hasbro FurReal Friends Smores Pony

2008-12-13T12:44:00.000-08:00

Hasbro FurReal Friends Smores Pony
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

BEWARE! Christmas Spoiler!
Can't really rate the pony yet as it's a Christmas gift, but reading the other reviews I'm sure it will be great-but want everyone to be aware it comes in a box with the pony in full view. It was left in my driveway by Fed-X and was sitting there when my 4 yr. old grandson came home from school. His Christmas surprise would have been spoiled if I hadn't noticed and backed the car out of the driveway on the pretense that I forgot something at the store. Just had a Hannah Montana Malibu Beach House delivered from Amazon yesterday (a very large box, just like the pony comes in)and it was shrink wrapped in heavy duty white plastic. This is Christmas guys, think before you ship!!!!!!!!

Shipping box is christmas spoiler!
I bought this pony from Amazon.com for my 6 year old daughter for Christmas. It arrived today (December 5) while I was gone to pick her up from school in a big box with a huge picture of the toy right on the box. As soon as we came home from school....it was right there, big as life, on the front porch.

If you are ordering this toy as a surprise, be sure to have it shipped to someone else so your child doesn't see it and spoil the surprise.

A surprise for my granddaughter
My daughter got this for my 2 year old granddaughter for Christmas and I can hardly wait. All this little girl talks about is horses and being a cowgirl. That is what she was for Halloween, minus the horse. We told her that Santa is bringing her a pony for Christmas and she nearly lost it. Christmas is not coming fast enough. I saw it in action after my daughter brought it home and it acts so much like a real pony. I am really hoping my granddaughter will love it.

Amazon.com Product Description
Winner of the 2007 T.O.T.Y. Award for Best Girls Toy of the Year, the Hasbro FurReal Friends Smores Pony seeks to fulfill every little girl's dream of having her very own pony. Smores is a miniature pony, and will react to your child's loving care in incredibly realistic ways. More than three feet tall, she will even allow your child to sit on her for a pretend ride. Recommended for children ages 4 through 10, Smores Pony will quickly become any little girl's most precious companion.

Smores has built-in sensors all over her body, which enable her to respond in amazingly lifelike ways. View larger.

Just Like a Real Pony
With Smores, your girl will feel like she is interacting with a living, breathing pony. Smores is soft to the touch, with a fur coat and mane that feel just like a real pony. Her markings and color are modeled after an actual pony. Smores also has built-in sensors all over her body, which enable her to respond to children in amazingly lifelike ways. If talked to, she will cock her head toward the speaker quizzically and blink her eyes. She will also react to petting, showing her enjoyment by rubbing her head against your child, twitching her ears, and swishing her tail. In addition to her convincing movements, Smores also makes a medley of different sounds. She'll neigh and whinny just like a real pony, and snort when she wants attention. Should the room become dark, she will begin to whimper, letting her owner know that she needs a consoling hug to know that she is safe.

FurReal Friends Butterscotch Pony

2008-12-13T12:34:00.000-08:00

FurReal Friends Butterscotch Pony
From Hasbro

Customer Reviews

great toy but BEWARE!!!
!!!!!BEWARE!!!!! THIS PRODUCT IS DELIVERED IN A BOX *COVERED* WITH PICTURES OF THE PONY!!!! IF YOUR CHILD SEES THIS BOX (as mine did as we returned from picking her up at day care!) THEY WILL KNOW *IMMEDIATELY* WHAT IS INSIDE!!!

On a brighter note, we were thrilled to get the pony at such a great price and with such speedy shipping. However, the joy of my daughter discovering this Christmas morning was RUINED because of the delivery. That sort of caused me to lose all enthusiasm over it. Sorry...

Holds its play value
My daughter got this for Christmas two years ago, when she was six. I wasn't sure how long it would keep her attention - but now, two years later - she still likes it.

When she first got it, she adored it. The movement is terrific, the expressions and movements are cute and funny. Its great to have a toy that big that she can climb all over.

Now, two years later, she still hops on the horse occasionally. She uses it as a frame for her forts, makes the dog ride it, brushes its hair. I'm amazed its appeal has lasted this long. It is in pretty good shape, too. The rubber in the mouth ripped, but the fur is still nice, legs and head sturdy and attached. We have not had trouble with going through batteries too fast (quite an expense on this large an item).

This product has stood the test of time. I recommend it.

Lil girls dream
Got "Butterscotch for my daughter, age 3, at Christmas. She still plays with it and talks with it daily. Just replaced 1st set of batteries this month but she is turned off each night cause she "needs her west". Love the way she neighs when the lights come on or child makes a noise in her room. Teenage daughter thinks its kinda creepy the way it looks and blinks at you..."too life-like". Bought the accessory pack in June so now Butterscotch has her own socks and blanket. The horse is VERY big but not really heavy (So she can join us in the living room then be carried back to the bedroom).

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
Winner of the 2007 T.O.T.Y. Award for Best Girls Toy of the Year, the Hasbro FurReal Friends Butterscotch Pony seeks to fulfill every little girl's dream of having her very own pony. Butterscotch is a miniature Shetland pony, and will react to your child's loving care in incredibly realistic ways. More than three feet tall, she will even allow kids to sit on her for a pretend ride. Recommended for ages 4 through 10, Butterscotch Pony will quickly become any little girl's most precious companion.

The Shetland Pony stands over three feet tall and acts just like a real horse. View larger. View Front.

Much like a real pony, Butterscotch loves to be groomed and fed.
View included items.

Just Like a Real Pony
With Butterscotch, your girl will feel like she is interacting with a living, breathing pony. Butterscotch is soft to the touch, with a fur coat and mane that feel just like a real pony. Her markings and color are modeled after a Shetland pony. Butterscotch also has built-in sensors all over her body, which enable her to respond to children in amazingly lifelike ways. If talked to, she will cock her head toward the speaker quizzically and blink her eyes.

She will also react to petting, showing her enjoyment by rubbing her head against your child, twitching her ears, and swishing her tail. In addition to her convincing movements, Butterscotch also makes a medley of different sounds. She'll neigh and whinny just like a real pony, and snort when she wants attention. Should the room become dark, she will begin to whimper, letting her owner know that she needs a consoling hug to know that she is safe.

Saddle Up!
At over three feet tall, Butterscotch is more than strong enough to support a rider up to 80 pounds in weight. Your little girl will be overjoyed to sit on Butterscotch's back and pretend to go for a ride. Although she doesn't move her legs, Butterscotch will bump up and down when her hindquarters are tapped, simulating the feeling of a real pony ride. She will also make clomping sounds with her hooves while riding. Your child's imagination will soar as she pictures herself out on the plains with Butterscotch.

WowWee Robotic DragonFly - Blue (27 MHz)

2008-12-13T12:20:00.000-08:00

WowWee Robotic DragonFly - Blue (27 MHz)
From Sourcing Network Sales

Customer Reviews

Very Fragile, But Unlike Any Other
This is a decent toy, but I am not sure if it is for youngsters because of its fragility. The toy has to be built from light material to make sure it can fly. The body of the dragon fly is made out of Styrofoam, like the kind it comes packaged with. The wires that that harness the wings go through a small opening in the Styrofoam to connect to the motor. If you apply the slightest pressure to the wire, it affects the manner in which the wings are attached to the motor, and the dragonfly will not fly as intended. I bought this for my 5-year old. He 'boy-handled' the toy without much concern for its fragility. Now the wings still flap, but the thing goes nowhere. Having said that, this toy is unlike any other I have seen, with its realistic flying abilities and how long it can stay up in the air. I was more fascinated with it than my son, and I was flying it one day in the rain as I couldn't wait until it stopped raining! I am getting another one, and keep a close eye on my son as he flies it, that's when I am not flying it myself! :-)

A Fun Toy
My grandchildren and I are having great fun with this toy. It's only draw back is it doesn't do well in ANY wind. So, we clear out the garage and fly it there. It's tough and takes a beating with these kids.

Product Description

With an ultra-light, dual design and a "high-flex," crash-resistant structure, this easy-to-fly aeronautical insect will provide hours of entertainment. Use the Dragonfly indoors or outdoors, controlling its speed, direction and height with the digital proportional remote.

Features:

Unique indoor flyer - capable of maneuvering in tight spaces, FlyTech Dragonfly brings radio-controlled flight into your home.
Innovative flying action - Based on an ornithopter design, Dragonfly flaps its wings and takes off from any smooth surface. It can soar, dive-bomb, hover and glide for soft landings.
Strong and flexible - Built from a durable carbon-fiber structure, its flexible body and wings can take a lot of punishment.
Ultra-light design - Lightweight design protects home interiors.
Light-up LED eyes - Its eyes alert you of the Dragonfly's status by blinking, pulsing, or shining bright.
Two-channel digital proportional remote - Use the remote to control wing speed and tail rotor speed. Remote also doubles as charging base.
Two skill levels - Fly beginner or advanced. Includes a tail stabilizer for additional control and an extra set of wings.

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Children's Educational Science Kit: Make Your Own Robot

2008-12-13T12:11:00.000-08:00

Children's Educational Science Kit: Make Your Own Robot
From Green Science

Customer Reviews

may need several pop cans
did you know not all pop cans are the same size? We discovered this when trying to put it together. the pieces that go around the can are made for a specific size can, and our first try didn't fit

excellent introduction to robots
2 of my 4 kids really enjoyed being a part of the building process. My 6-yr old son wandered off near the beginning, but my 4-yr old and 8-yr old were spellbound. It took less than 30 minutes to put it together. Then we spent 30 minutes watching it spin in circles on the floor. It doesn't have an extremely sturdy build and it is definitely not 11 pounds of shipping. It's a fun little toy, albeit kind of expensive. We like the one we have, but won't be getting another. The emphasis in the description on recycling is a little over the top...

Robot Bug
Cute beginner robot for 6 year old and Dad to build.
It is always good to do a little recyling lesson with
something in which a child shows interest. Good Start.

Features

Soda Can Robug turns a regular can into a robot.
Explore the world of robotic science with the Soda Can Robug science kit.
Kit includes plastic mechanic body, wire wings, wire legs, motor with wires, screws and detailed instructions.
Actual can is not included as it is the purpose of this "Green Science" kit to recycle your own can of choice.
Great educational gift idea! Presented in gift box.

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Kapla 200 Piece Wooden Building Set - Classic Wood Block

2008-12-13T04:38:00.000-08:00

Kapla 200 Piece Wooden Building Set
From Kapla

Customer Reviews

Classic Wood Block Favorite W/ Quality! LOVE THEM!
As we own lots of KAPLA I can only sat they are superior in quality to any other building blocks. My autistic son just has a tremendous experience with these..always positive. There is no hazardous chemical paint to rub off. There are no splinters to prick small hands. Every family member play with them. Even Grampa & Grama. Such a joy for all. A note of warning though, if you have any pets. THEY LOVE THEM MORE THAN US HUMANS. I have to keep ours hid and out of reach or I will find them all chewed up.

One of, if not THE, best toys I've ever purchased.
It's late August and I first purchased a set of Kapla blocks at Christmas. I can say with certainty that this is one of the only toys to get regular play time 8 months later. I originally bought one box of 200 for my nieces & nephew and one box of 50 for myself. Once the other adult family members realized how fun and smart the blocks were, the collection grew to over 700!

The kids are constantly trying new designs and building things with more precision...and when they walk away to do something else, the adults jump in and try their own designs!

I can say with confidence that very few other toys have received as much play-time as these simple little wood blocks have.

Hours of imaginative play
Got these for my kids because they played with them at a museum recently and couldn't get enough. Blocks couldn't be simpler, but the kids love them, and something about how they're made seems to make them less likely to tip over than other building blocks.

Features

Enjoy the new box of Kapla 200 natural wooden planks made of marine pine from renewable forests in F
Our most popular set offers hours of construction and learning fun.
All Kapla products are certified SAFE and GREEN for creative, SMART play.
NO snaps, screws or interlocking parts, just imagination and gravity.
Kapla is lightweight and suitable for young builders and older experts

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LEGO Creator House - Classic for Christmas Gift

2008-12-13T04:24:00.000-08:00

LEGO Creator House
From LEGO

Classic LEGO, design and construct your own house!

Customer Reviews

Legos are the best
My kids ages 7 and 9 love playing with Legos, they are great for following steps and also using their imagination.

Versatile LEGO House Kit
This is a great LEGO house kit. It comes with 3 sets of plans to build the house 3 different ways. It has tons of white pieces and roof tiles, plus 2 doors, several windows and a bunch 1x1 grey tiles. This is a very good set for the avid LEGO city builder.

Great first set for my 6 year old
My daughter and I purchased this kit for my birthday (yes I love legos) as I wanted her to start learning to play with the smaller size pieces and have a kit we could do together. This kit was perfect as it showed her how to build a building and learn some structural basics for building with our free form kits. Immediately after finishing this kit she went and got our big tub of legos and started building an even larger house. She would not have had the confidence if she had not build this house. The pieces are typical lego, perfect and the instructions the same.

Product Description

Build the house of your dreams with LEGO Creator House. This spectacular set includes instructions for three different house models, plus all the parts you'll need to design your own original creations. Add a garage, driveway and fence in the yard -- the possibilities are endless. Set features plenty of pieces for roofs, walls, doors, windows and even trees and gardens. Includes building instructions for three models and inspiration for more. 731 pieces.

Features

This spectacular set includes all the parts you'll need to design your own original creations
Add a garage, driveway and fence in the yard - the possibilities are endless!
Features plenty of pieces for roofs, walls, doors, windows, even trees and gardens!
Includes building instructions for 3 models and inspiration for more!
731 Pieces - Build the house of your dreams with LEGO Creator!

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ThinkFun Safari Rush Hour

2008-12-13T04:16:00.000-08:00

ThinkFun Safari Rush Hour
From ThinkFun

Customer Reviews

My neice loves this toy!
I got this for my neice after hearing she played with it all the time at the occupational therapist's office (her brother has autism). She was thrilled when she opened it, and spent a good part of Christmas morning playing with it.

Loved it loved it loved it!
This toy was such a good buy, it kept my child entertained for hours without any video game, cd, electronic anything! All you need is a brain and the ability to think! Fun Fun Fun!

Fun but bulky
Our family truly enjoys the Rush Hour game and tried this one as well - it is bigger and bulkly and convenient for travel. I alos find the puzzles to be a bit easier. The pieces don't slide as well as Rush Hour.

Product Description

PICK UP A CARD FROM THE 50 SAFARI ADVENTURE CHALLENGES. MATCH THE GAMEBOARD SETUP ON THE CARD. SHIFT THE LIONS RHINOS IMPALAS ZEBRAS ELEPHANTS AND WILD DOGS TO CLEAR A PATH FOR YOUR SAFARI ROVER TO MAKE THROUGH THE EXIT GATE. AGES 8 TO ADULT CHOCKING HAZARD - CONTAINS SMALL PARTS - NOT FOR CHILDREN UNDER 3

Features

Four levels of play, beginner to expert
Fifty mind challenge cards with solutions
Eighteen safari game pieces and one safari rover
One safari game grid board
For ages 8 years and above

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Apples to Apples Party Box Edition

2008-12-12T18:04:00.000-08:00

Apples to Apples Party Box Edition
From Vintage Sports Cards, Inc.

Customer Reviews

Seriously Fun Game
A surprise hit! I have yet to find anyone who doesn't enjoy this game. We take it with us to family gatherings as well as get-togethers with friends - it can be played on several different levels! Easy to learn and it keeps conversation going. Just plain fun. I just bought the junior version for my son for Christmas!

Fun game for more people
Great game without much preliminary instructions! Plays better with 5 people because the judge typically doesn't play. Fun with the right crowd!

Our favorite family game!
Apples to Apples is our favorite family game! The more people to play the better.

Product Description

Apples to Apples is the wild, award-winning card and party game that provides instant fun for four to ten players. It's as easy as comparing Apples to Apples. You can just open the box, deal the cards, and you're ready to play. Select the card from your hand that you think is best described by a card played by the judge. If the judge picks your card, you win that round. And everyone gets a chance to be the judge. Each round is filled with surprising and outrageous comparisons from a wide range of people, places, things, and events. Fast moving and refreshing, Apples to Apples is perfect for any get-together with family and friends.

Features

This sturdy Party Box edition contains the entire collection of cards from the original Apples to Apples Core Game plus Expansion Sets 1 & 2.
Contents: 756 Red Apple Cards, 252 Green Apple Cards, 2 Deluxe Card Trays, Quick Play Rules.
One of the best new family/adult/party games around!
APPLES to APPLES is the wild, award-winning card and party game that provides instant fun for four to ten players!
For 4 to 10 players.

Editorial Reviews

Amazon.com Product Description
The concept of Apples to Apples is pretty easy: match the adjective card on the table with a noun or verb card from your hand. But that’s only the tip of the iceberg. Watch hilarity ensue as players match terms like "Fluffy" to "Mildew" or "Sticky" to "Horror film." While it may be limited by the hand of cards you’re dealt (what if you don’t have a perfect match for "Harry Truman"?), there is some strategy to the game. Each round of card matching is judged by a different player at the table. So you can use it to your advantage to play a card that you know is a shoo-in for certain judges.

Use the red cards in your hand to make hilarious matches to the green card on the table.

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When someone wins a round, they place that Green Apple card in front of them on the table. This, effectively, is the point tracking system and eliminates the need for pen and paper. Since the person who has gathered the most Green Apples is the winner at the end of the game, it behooves players to lobby for their cards. Again, hilarity ensues.

Crazy Machines: The Wacky Contraptions Game

2008-12-12T17:53:00.000-08:00

Crazy Machines: The Wacky Contraptions Game Win/Mac
From Viva Media

There are not many software products I would consider adding to this list, but this is truly great. My husband bought it for my kids and they love it. It does require some strategy, thinking, planning as they build a Rube Goldberg-like contraption. You can design your own, or there are problems to be solved and levels to achieve...a lot of problem solving...really great!

Customer Reviews

A Great Game For All Ages
This game can be called a beneficial game to play . Meaning in that it helps with people of all ages with developing problem solving and cognitive thinking;as well as being a fun game with great graphics as well. I have tried this before so I know what I was getting into and pretty much so have gotten pretty good at it.. I have played various puzzle games in the past. Dr Mario, Tetris. various online ones at pogo.com and such. I find this one to be the most interesting as it offers alotta variety and skill levels . From very simple to quite trying and complex . This game would be great too for children for helping develop those problem solving skills they will need later in life as well. Its great for adults for mind game type of games keeping the mind young, active etc. I recommend this game for anyone you won't go wrong it will keep you busy for quite some time. ITs not boring or anything like that cause its so much fun you can even make your own puzzles and have your friends or family try and solve the ones you have made. I plan on eventually getting the others in this line too. It adds variety to the gaming industry thats for sure.

Crazy Machines
Took a while to receive, however, the product did arrive within the indicated delivery dates. Packaging was good and product was in excellent condition!!! My cousin loves this!!

Great game to tickle your inspiration
I bought this about a year back and I simply love it. Not only me, my 3 year old twins too!!! Of course they cant do much with it, but they simply enjoy looking at me working the puzzles. The physics engine is very good. Some puzzles are not that intriguing, but I think they are there for the newcomer to get used to different machines and gadgets. All in all a great product for the entire family

Product Description

Crazy Machines gives you the chance to build your own unique contraptions. Solve more than 200 challenging puzzles, and put your machines to work.

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Scrambled States of America Game Card Game

2008-12-12T17:47:00.000-08:00

Scrambled States of America Game Card Game
From Gamewright

Customer Reviews

Such a fun/educational game
I played this game with a 7 year old and we had a blast. I learned a few things as well!

Great Educational Game
My son loves this game. It is educational but fun as well. I would definitely recommend it.

buy this!
my son (age 7) found the dvd that goes to this game at the library and fell in love with it! we watched it a dozen times the 1st day. come christmas time, i found that it has a game and a book-so we got him both. it is now 12.29.07 and i can say that i have played this game at the very least 40 times. this is by far his favorite gift. he is finding the states with out any problem now and is learning the nickname and the capitals as well.
ssshhhh...i don't think he knows he is learning!

Product Description

The 50 United States of America have traded places so they could see another part of the country. Now they need your help to find their way home! Players are dealt 5 State Cards that they will try to match to the card turned over from the Scramble Card deck. Scramble Cards have clues on them that relate them to other states, such as, a state that touches at least 6 other states or a state that has 4 or more syllables. If a player can match a State Card from their pile to that Scramble Card, they'll slap their State Card and yell out the state's name. That card then goes into their Home Pile, and a new Scramble Card is turned over for the next round. Whoever has collected the most State Cards in their Home Pile by the end of the game, is the winner! This exciting card game is a great way to enrich basic knowledge of U.S. Geography. Players will learn everything from state capitals and nicknames, to the shape and location of each state. Game includes 50 State Cards, 50 Scramble Cards, 4 illustrated maps of the USA (11.5 x 6.5) and game instructions. For 2 - 4 players, ages 8 and up.

Features

Ages 8 and up
2 to 4 players C40
Playing time: about 20 minutes
Creative Classroom Magazine Teacher Tested Tools & Toys
National Parenting Center Seal of Approval

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Cranium Jam Pack Jam Game - Best for Christmas Gifts

2008-12-12T16:31:00.000-08:00

Cranium Jam Pack Jam Game
From Cranium

Customer Reviews

Jam pack fun for 6 year old!!
Bought this game right after Christmas for my 6 year old son. He has motor skill problems and wasn't reading yet so I needed a simple game to learn and fun enough that a very active kid would want to sit down with. My main concern was that the music would be loud and intensify with the count down of time. No need to fear, the music is fun and catchy, not annoying and there is no anxiety caused by ticking clocks or anything.

My son likes to play this game and is learning to take turns, encouraging others, fine motor skills, and problem solving. This game may not teach a child the important lessons of life or how to divide by pie, but it's aces in my book!! He will even come inside in the evenings and pull it out to play by himself. He's still convinced that all the pieces will fit in the trunk with enough practice (they won't). (But try to tell a 6 year old boy that-they like a challenge.)

Things to know, trunk ejection spring wears out with much forcing of all objects. It still makes a "sproing" sound in the music when the time is up so no concerns there. Do keep the plastic bag to hold all the parts, once the box is opened it won't work for storage. We have been playing the game pretty regularly for 6+ months and haven't replaced the original batteries yet.

I will definately buy more Cranium games in the future!!

a great game that everyone loves to play
adults and children love this game. not complicated, can play within minutes of opening the box. the more you play, the more skilled you become at packing the vehicle. you have to play the hand of cards you are dealt, therefore, it is always different. there are certain "tricks" to making everything fit. it is great fun to see what fits into the chest, picnic basket, etc... Once you realize what seems to fit together, that's when you start scoring more points. highly recommend for all ages.

A fun, quick game
I am a mom of two and have a daycare too. This game was an immediate hit with all age groups!The only downside is the storage problem(it only includes a small ziploc).Once you run through the rules with the kids they can play this game independently. Since the SUV is the 'judge', kids don't need a hovering referee!This is a great game for rainy days and times when kids get a little cranky and need a little extra reason to relax and laugh!

Product Description

Jam Pack JAM is a hilarious game of precarious packing possibilities. In this high-energy challenge, you must race against the clock to pack the trunk of a toy car with fun objects of all shapes and sizes. When time runs out, the trunk "pops," sending everything out the door and filling the room with outrageous giggly laughter. Truck measures 9"L.

How to Play
An interesting twist on high-intensity children's games, Jam Pack Jam is a cross between a 3-D puzzle and a beat-the-clock board game. It only takes two people to play -- but more can join in the fun.

Try to pack the trunk with as many fun and wacky items as possible. View larger.

Unlike many games that aim at specific skill sets, this Cranium game creates positive excitement for all kids. The object of the game is simple -- to fit as many fun items as possible, of all shapes and sizes, into the trunk before time runs out. On each turn, players say the number of objects they think they can precariously pack. When time's up, the trunk shoots everything out the doors -- filling the room with laughter.

Everything -- Even the Kitchen Sink
With 14 hilarious objects you'd find in a cartoon, Jam Pack Jam includes a birthday cake, a cactus, a skateboard, even a kitchen sink. Made with durable plastic, the car and the trunk items are child-safe and can stand up to long hours of play -- and all the explosions! The game also comes with 35 cards and a score pad.

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Family Math (Equals Series) - Christmas Gifts Book

2008-12-12T16:26:00.000-08:00

Family Math (Equals Series)
By Jean Kerr Stenmark, Virginia Thompson, Ruth Cossey

Customer Reviews

Family Math Review
This was recommended by our son's 1st grade teacher, we borrowed hers and then bought our own. It's a great family book that incorporates math into fun games. We have a 1st and 4th grader and it works great for both of them. The reviews and suggestions are appropriate and easy to use. The activities are age/level appropriate also, it's a great way to spend some time away from the t.v. and computer.

Good for teachers, too!
Besides teaching math in a middle school, I also sponsor a math club. It can be tough finding useful, stimulating activities that are enticing to students, especially when the alternative is free time to socialize. I borrowed this book from a co-worker and found that it was a real hit---full of great ideas that are fun and easy to use. I liked it so much that I bought the book for myself, and a copy for still another teacher, too! At the end of the school year when parents start asking me what they can do with their child over the summer to strengthen math skills, you can bet that I'll be recommending this book.

Great for the classroom too
I use this book to get the kids in my classroom hooked on liking math. Most of the time they end up asking "Is this math?" because they've always believed it was too hard or boring, but this book makes learning math fun because of its interactive activities. I would say it's a must have for teachers too.

Product Description

How can parents help their children with math at home? With over 300 pages of lively activities, the classic FAMILY MATH book represents one of the greatest strides taken to involve parents in the mathematics education of their children. Using easy instructions and simple objects such as beans, blocks, pennies, buttons, and string, parents and kids solve problems together. FAMILY MATH is a rich resource of math curriculum including number and estimation, logical thinking, probability and statistics, geometry, measurement, and calculators. The stimulating games, puzzles, and projects entice kids in playful ways to master math concepts. Because this book reinforces the basic school curriculum, it is also a must for teachers. The book has a step-by-step description of how to organize a FAMILY MATH class in your community. For families with children five to twelve years old. Grades K-8. 318 pp

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SET Cubed - Best Game for Christmas

2008-12-12T06:01:00.000-08:00

SET Cubed
From SET Enterprises Inc.

Editorial Reviews

From the Manufacturer
Your favorite game in a whole new dimension! SET Cubed is The Curious Game of Clever Connections, challenging a player¿s ability to identify SETs between the dice in their hand and those already on the board. Combine the visual perception skill of SET with an element of strategy as players can play up to 3 dice per turn making as many SETs as possible. Create SETs up, down and across the board, the more SETs you create, the higher your score. As the number of dice on the board increases so do the possible SET combinations. Rack up points by using BONUS SQUARES! Roll a WILD dice and unleash the possible number of SETs that can be made during your turn! How many SETs can you make?!

Product Description

Your favorite game in a whole new dimension! Set Cubed is The Curious Game of Clever Connections, challenging a player's ability to identify sets between the dice in their hand and those already on the board. Combine the visual perception skillset with an element of strategy as players can play up to three dice per turn making as many sets as possible. Create sets up, down and across the board; the more sets you create, the higher your score! As the number of dice on the board increases so do the possible set combinations. Rack up points by using bonus squares. Roll a wild dice and unleash the possible number of sets that can be made during your turn! How many sets can you make? Includes 42 dice, board, cloth bag and instructions.

Features

The Curious Game of Clever Connections
New version of the popular game SET
Combine the visual perception skill of SET with an element of strategy
Great family game, kids can compete with adults
Includes: 42 dice, board, cloth bag and instructions

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SET Game - Classic Christmas Games

2008-12-12T05:48:00.000-08:00

SET Game - Classic Christmas Games
From SET Enterprises Inc.

Customer Reviews

Great Game for Kids and Adults
We played this game with our 10 year old boy and 12 year old girl. The boy loves the game and wanted to play it over and over again. We had to come up with a rule while he was learning the game that no one could call set for 5 seconds after the cards were dealt each time to give him a head start, as the older people were quicker. In addition, he was very quick to call set and then retract it, so we had to not deduct for that for a while. All in all a great game, though. I would recommend this for bright 9 year olds and up.

Great for your 6-7 year old, and UP!
Set is about pattern-making, but the patterns touch 4 different categories: shape, color, number and shade. My 7 year-old learned the rules in a few minutes, and we were quickly playing. It's an enjoyable, addictive game, but also requiring concentration and focus to succeed. I highly recommend for the game-oriented family with kids 6+.

The Perfect Game
This is really such an awesome game. It is great for teaching thinking "outside the box" and looking for patterns. Love it!

Product Description

This award winning card game is for one or more players. It is recommended for ages six and above. The object of the game is to identify "sets" of three cards. Each card is unique in its four features; color - red, green or purple, symbol - diamond, squiggle or oval, shading - solid, striped or open, and number - 1, 2 or 3. A "set" consists of three cards on which each feature is either the same on all of the cards, or different on all of the cards. This game contains complete instructions for play, 81 cards, and a durable plastic carrying case.

Features

Award winning card game
For one or more players
Game contains complete instructions for play and 81 cards
Comes with a durable plastic carrying case
SET has become a classic game

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GeoPuzzle Europe - Best Christmas Games

2008-12-12T05:21:00.000-08:00

GeoPuzzle Europe
From GEOToys

Customer Reviews

We love Geopuzzles!
This geopuzzle completed our collection. We use them everyday as part of our homeschool curriculum.

Educational and Fun at the same time!
My son is 7 and he received this as a gift for his birthday. It has opened him up to a love of geography and an interest in the world that I hadn't seen in him before. Not only did this puzzle introduce him to the countries of Europe, but it also served as a jumping off point for his interest in history - it inspires questions about why these countries are shaped the way they are, why their names are similar, etc.etc.etc - it has opened doors to all sorts of other knowledge, while at the same time providing the challenge and fun of a toy. I just ordered the Asian version for his brother.

Awesome tool for learning geography
I don't have kids. I actually bought this one for myself and my wife. We live overseas and don't want to be "ignorant Americans." We decided to learn all(?) the countries of the world. This is one of our primary tools for doing it. It's really a great tool for doing that.

Honestly, I can't tell you if it'd be a good tool for kids. We'll hold on to them and use them with our kids when we have some, but for now, I can only say it's a great way for adults to learn geography.

Product Description

Pieces are shaped like individual countries so that children acquire geography knowledge as they put the puzzle together. The puzzle includes the names of countries, capitals, and major bodies of water. They help to build fine motor, cognitive, language, and problem-solving skills. Includes 58 pieces. Dimensions are 19 x 16 inches. Ages 4 to 104.

Features

GeoPuzzles are durable and come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee
Made from recycled material, because we wouldn't want to tear up the earth to teach kids about it
GeoPuzzles are jigsaw puzzles that make learning world geography fun!
GeoPuzzle Europe has 58 pcs and is 19"x16".

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World Map, 200pcs - Best Christmas Games

2008-12-12T05:10:00.000-08:00

World Map, 200pcs - - Best Christmas Games
From Ravensburger - F.X. Schmid

Customer Reviews

Magnificent Map Puzzle
I bought this for my son who is aged three. He is a geography wiz and loves all things map, atlas, globe and map-puzzle related. This one is a bit too difficult for him to put together but it has countries and flags on it (he also loves flags) and he like to identify each one, its capitol and its flag as I help him put it together. Since he is just beginning to read it is also a great way for him to memorize spellings and prompts that will help him when he really begins to read. It won't be long until he is able to do the puzzle all by himself. This would also be a great teaching tool for elementary aged geographers.

Product Description

Discover and learn about the world map while piecing this 200 piece puzzle together! Finished puzzle size 14 1/4 x 19 1/3. Ages: 8,9,10,11,12 Manufacturer: Ravensburger

GeoPuzzle USA and Canada

2008-12-11T17:18:00.000-08:00

GeoPuzzle USA and Canada
From GEOToys

Product Description

Pieces are shaped like individual states, provinces, and territories so that children acquire geography knowledge as they put the puzzle together. The puzzle includes the names of capitals and major bodies of water. They help to build fine motor, cognitive, language, and problem-solving skills. Includes 70 pieces. Dimensions are 17 x 17 inches. Ages 4 to 104.

Features

GeoPuzzles are durable and come with a 100% satisfaction guarantee
They are made from recycled material, because we wouldn't want to tear up the earth to teach kids about it
The U.S. and Canada GeoPuzzle has 70 pieces and is 17" x 17"

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Screwball Scramble - Best Christmas Games

2008-12-11T17:02:00.000-08:00

Screwball Scramble
From Tomy

Customer Reviews

A fun, fun game!
I had this toy when I was younger (20 years ago!) and remember having so much fun playing it. As long as it is as durable as it was 20 years ago (it's an xmas gift, so we still haven't opened it), it's an excellent toy and will entertain kids up to age 11 or so!!! A great purchase!

glad they still make this toy
Had this toy as a kid and I'm so happy that they still make it. With all these action figures it's great to see something that teaches kids physics and problem solving in a great and fun way. My cousins would come over to my house and grab this toy to play with. I'm go glad that my children will have a chance to have this toy too.

Screwball Scramble Game
Oh, My God! I played with it (and loved) whan I lived in USSR. I thought it was a russian game :)

Product Description

Turn dials and press buttons to move the marble through the obstacles until you reach the treasure. For more challenge, use the count down timer and try to beat the clock.

Features

Screwball Scramble
Keep the screwball scrambling over this obstacle course!
Timer.
Fun yet challenging.
Age 5+.

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You're Bugging Me Game - Great Christmas Game for all the kids!

2008-12-11T06:26:00.000-08:00

You're Bugging Me Game
From Educational Insights

Customer Reviews

Great Game for all the kids!
You're Bugging me is a great game for young kids (3-5)! It is straight forward and easy for everyone to play with a lot of interest and "ewws" along the way. My girls love it and they know the names of all the bugs now! I buy several at a time to keep for Birthday gifts!

Features

You're Bugging Me is a creepy-critter color recognition game for children.
Butterflies, ladybugs, spiders, and other creepy crawlies are on the loose and have settled on play
Roll the die and shoo the swarming critters to another players' sleeve...or send them back to the g
The first player to send all the bugs flying is the winner! Kids will be busy as bees learning thei
Ages 4+, Grades Pre-K and up.

Product Description

Butterflies, ladybugs, spiders, and other creepy crawlies are on the loose and have settled on players sleeves in this fun color recognition game. Children roll the die then shoo the swarming critters to another players sleeve or send their tiny friends buzzing back to the garden. The first player to send all his or her bugs flying is the winner. Kids will be busy as bees learning colors, cooperation, and following directionsincluding the difference between right and left. Includes 24 plastic bugs, 4 colored sleeves, bug garden, jumbo die, illustrated guide. Perfect for home or school. For 2 to 4 players.

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Bunny Hop - Best Christmas Game!

2008-12-11T06:12:00.000-08:00

Bunny Hop - Best Christmas Game!
From Educational Insights

Customer Reviews

A Three Year Old's Dream
My daughter got this game for her third birthday and now not a day goes by when she does not want to play it. Aside form the actual game play she loves to sort and count the bunnies. It's even helped a lot with her patience. That in itself is HUGE! The instructions are simple so she easily teaches the game to others. Even the tricky part about swapping bunnies. It's been great for her. Those awards people know what they're talking about when they pick out these toys!

Fun game for preschoolers!
As a mother of an active 3.5 year old, I too am always on the look-out for fun, educational games. "Bunny Hop" is definitely one of those games that engages young children, and best of all they are able to play by themselves [once they get the hang of the game]. No reading skills are required here, just a knowledge of colors [here, the colors used are red, green, yellow and blue].

Each player chooses a color, and then rolls the die - depending on which color comes up, the player then chooses the bunny that has the same color [as reflected on the die] and pushes it into the carrot patch. if the bunny hops [some hop, and some don't], then the player gets to keep the bunny. Though the game can have a few variations [and we even came up with our own rules], the one who gets bunnies in all 4 colors is the victor.

Great for a 3-4 year old
Bought this after seeing in Parents Magazine. Did not diappoint. My daughter loved it! Would not recommend until 3 though. It is a simple game yet really fun especially since it doesn't require any complex skills. And it is a game that can be enjoyed with the family, or by the child independently. All in all, highly recommended. I also recommend the fishing game, Gator Golf and Candyland for preschoolers.

Features

Funny bunnies hop and hide in this fast-action memory game
Includes carrot patch game board, 20 bunnies in four different colors, 4 farmers, 1 die and game instructions
A great family game
Especially fun for kids
2 to 4 player¿s game

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