Five Reasons Why Reading Rabbit is the Perfect Gift for Kids Right Now
Posted on | May 9, 2010 | Comments Off
There’s a reason why this classic computer game/teaching software is a best seller on Amazon right now. Actually, I can think of five good reasons!
- Kids love it and will play with it for hours on end.
- Parents love it even more knowing their kid is actually learning how to read or do math.
- It comes in several levels, so kids can work with the same familiar interface, from per-schoolers to 2nd and 3rd grades.
- It works right on your computer. No need for any specific gaming box – just use your PC!
- It’s affordable! At the cost of a couple happy meals at McDonald’s you get hours of fun AND learning!
Is it any wonder this is the #1 reading software on the market? oh, and math too…
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Awesome Lawn Water Slides under $50
Posted on | April 27, 2010 | Comments Off
Summer is here. Well, in some places it is, and in others it is fast approaching.
Let me tell you, the absolutely best gift you can give kids for those hot summer days is definitely a lawn-based water slide. It will provide them with hours of fun and exercise, and will be a huge attraction for their friends too (so expect social summer days with those).
You don’t have to take a new mortgage in order to have your own water slide either. Granted, some fancy models like this one cost hundreds of dollars, but kids can have lots of fun with these simple and very popular models:
Wham-O Slip ‘N Slide Double Wave Rider
Hook it up to a garden hose and two kids can race on its slippery slides within minutes. It’s simple, effective, double the fun and right now costs only $30.86 at Amazon.
Another great opion by Slip’nSlide. Technically, this one isn’t a slide. It’s wet and slippery though, so I think it would make a cool addition for any summer lawn. It’s a “car wash” for kids – let them drive through on their little (non-electrical) vehicles, or just take an outdoors shower in the lawn.
This one is a winner and is available at only $32.99 on Amazon right now.
Intex Recreation Slide’N Fun Play Center
This one may not be very extreme, but it has the benefit of allowing for social play with two separate pools and a slide in between. Kids are bound to enjoy bumping around this one and parents can join in for some fun too. This fairly large unit is currently available at only $44.99.
Banzai 3-In-1 Climb N Slide Falls
My favorite is this large bumpy wet water slide by Banzai. It can used in a swimming pool or as a standalone on your lawn. Either way, it holds the promise of hours of cool wet fun during summer time. Banzai also have larger slides, but this one is available at a small price: only $49.99 for this top-quality water slide on Amazon.
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Island of Gorm Playsets
Posted on | April 7, 2010 | Comments Off
Didn’t you hear? Bakugan is out. Long live Gormiti – the new rulers of nature and of our kids.
It sounds Italian and indeed this show was created in Italy. However, the formula of ordinary kids turned into rulers of forces of nature works its magic across the globe. The kids are hooked.
The added bonus is the commitment towards caring for the environment. At least they have a positive goal.
So, what do you buy a young Gormiti fan?
You could get away with a miniature Gormiti action figure. In fact they’re so small and relatively inexpensive, they always come in packs of four. Like this one, containing, ummmm…. two sea gormitis and two forest ones. And I didn’t even read the product description, I’m just a very good Mom 
Click here for more packs of Gormiti Action Figures.
However, if you really want to shine through, I highly recommend getting the young environmentalist a good quality Gormiti playset. The world of Gormiti is on the Island of Gorm, an island made of several zones: sea, air, forest, lava etc.
Gormiti playsets can be hard to get a hold of. Fortunately, Amazon now has three of them, so you can choose between the Forest, Fire Mountain and the Volcano (don’t ask… but if you insist, a fire mountain in Gorm is not the same as a volcano, and the magma tribe is different from the lava tribe).
I recommend the pop-up Forest Gormiti set. It has good customer reviews, and well, doncha know forest gormiti rock?
Click to Buy the Gormiti Forest Playset
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Iron Man is Back!
Posted on | March 9, 2010 | Comments Off
Iron Man is back with a second movie in the series! Ok, so personally, I find it difficult to relate to this guy. Something about this mask seems, well, impersonal, I guess. If I didn’t know better, I’d say the guy looks evil. Still, my kids do know better and they’re big fans of Iron Man.
At their tender ages of six and eight, we don’t allow watching the Iron Man cinematic productions, but they are well versed in the animated version. If you know a kid who feels the same about this metallic hero, now’s a great time to get them a special gift, as there’s a variety of new Iron Man Toys
Take the Iron Man helmet shown above, for example. It’s not just a mask. This is a super gadget by Hasbro that can light up, talk and execute various “battle sounds”. Pretty cool stuff. It’s new on the shelves, so not something that every other kid in school already has, and there’s even a discount in Amazon right now for this product.
Check out the other new Iron Man 2 toys available – cool and brand new!
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UGG Boots for Kids
Posted on | February 26, 2010 | 1 Comment
I admit, the first time I ever saw a pair of UGG boots I thought they were kinda ugly. A big soft boot like that, made me think of some kind of a huge slipper. Something best restricted to home use.
Like crocs though, these comfortable designs grow on you. They become popular and once you see them around, they become more attractive. I’m not even sure if it’s because you see them in various dress combinations or a matter of some underlying force of social conformity.
Either way, I now think the UGG boots are cool, and obviously, I’m not the only one. Similarly to the crocs, they managed to create footwear that is just the height of comfort.
They now have kid versions for their most popular models, such as this one – the classic tall UGG boot for kids.
Click here for full details and customers reviews.
My only concern with UGG’s is that they’re made of sheepskin. While it may contribute to the overall warmth and comfort, I’d be happier if they could come up with a synthetic version that does not involve animal products.
For the classic tall UGG boots for kids click here. If you’re looking for other models,click here for the Amazon page showing the most popular UGG models for kids.
Transformers Handheld Electronic Game
Posted on | February 22, 2010 | 1 Comment
I still remember how I used to spend hours with my lousy gameboy-wannabe handheld game. back when I was a kid. There’s something about being able to grab your digital game and take it on the road with you. As a parent, I appreciate the same quality about this game – your kids can use it anywhere and anytime.
This one excels in its theme and design – a red and blue transformer with a screen right in the middle and easy-to-use buttons. According to my six-years-old son, this is no other than Optimus Prime, and this is what the game story is -
get ready to search for and destroy Decepticons in multiple head-to-head battles. The longer you play, the more intense the game becomes. Navigate your way through 10 challenging levels as you activate the Autobot pods and avoid the Decepticons, escape from the Hoover Dam and battle for control of the AllSpark.
According to my son this is “cooooool!” and the Amazon reviews seem to support the verdict. Buyers also mention the game’s durability and continuous appeal over many months.
Best part is the price tag. This gadgets costs under $10! Right now, you can get it for $8 or so at Amazon. Since it’s for a single player, I suggest getting one for each kid for those long boring road trips.
Click here to view and order from Amazon
They Might Be Giants Songs
Posted on | February 3, 2010 | 1 Comment
Every now and again I pick a category on Amazon and check for the most recent bestsellers. I’m a great believer in the “wisdom of the masses”. People, talk, read, review and compare and you can count on the collective results to reflect what’s hot and what’s not. When you’re a mega-site like Amazon, we are indeed talking masses, so these results can be very meaningful.
These days, I am looking for some good music/audio CD’s for my kids, looking for some variety when traveling with them in the car. What can I say, I was so pleased to find the “They Might Be Giants” songs high up on the list!
These three albums expose kids to good music. They also provide them with a wonderful learning experience, as they sing along to basic concepts in maths and science and the letters of the ABC.
 Click for Here Come the ABC’s |
 Click for Here Come The 123s |
And my personal favorite: Click for Here Comes Science |
This trio will make a perfect gift for any kid aged 5-8 and Here Comes Science is good for older kids as well. Recorded under the Disney label, you can be sure of top quality in both content and design.
There are video clips available for the songs, and you can opt for a DVD+CD option or just get the audio CD. Even better – you can sample the songs before you purchase and you can also buy and download specific songs right away from Amazon! Just click on the product page and start having fun - Here Come the ABCs – Here Come The 123s -
Here Comes Science
Tags: ABC > CD's > educational > maths > science > They Might Be Giants
Crystal Growing Set
Posted on | January 19, 2010 | 1 Comment
Kids love growing things. The sense of control over a process, of understanding, initiating and cultivating a creation unique and all their own, holds a special appeal to many children. My 8 years old adores tending to his “garden” even though it pretty much consists of a single tulip.
If you’re looking for an indoor garden, and a scientific pastime too, how about buying the kids a really special crystal growing set?
The Ultimate Crystal Growing Set Kit will provide your kids with hours of entertainment. With your guidance, it can also provide a unique educational experience, as you use this set to teach them basic geology.
The set comes with instruction for 15 different crystal projects. The time it takes to grow these crystals – some of of them being fairly large – is just right for kids. It only takes a few days for these to evolve, and that means kids will have a blast checking on their garden everyday.
Click to get this wonderful science project set from Amazon.
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