Tuesday, December 20, 2011

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Cookie Shape Surprise

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Cookie Shape Surprise Review



Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Cookie Shape Surprise Feature

  • This smiling-faced cookie jar features a magical opening that senses baby's hand, or the cookie shapes
  • It plays music and sounds and says phrases each time something is placed in or on top of the jar
  • 2 play modes include Shape Mode and Number Mode
  • As baby places the correct shape through the correct opening she will hear the name of the shape or the number that is on the shape
  • Includes 5 cookie shapes, magical cookie jar and lid
Putting a hand in this smiling cookie jar gives baby a special treat - learning fun with a magical surprise! Two different modes teach shapes or numbers, songs teach about making things happen, and fun phrases are sure to bring a giggle. Baby learns to identify and sort five cookie shapes, enjoying fun rewards with each success. Learning never looked so yummy! Requires 3 "AA" batteries, included. Measures 8"H x 7.5"W x 6.75"L.


Thursday, December 15, 2011

Megabloks Hello Kitty House

Megabloks Hello Kitty House Review



Megabloks Hello Kitty House Feature

  • Create and decorate a two-level home for 2 Hello Kitty figurines.
  • Over 65 pieces to create and decorate Hello Kitty?s home!
  • Comes with cute stickers to further customize every room in the house!
  • Can easily be connected into a Hello Kitty neighborhood: mix and match to create the nicest Hello Kitty town.
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Hello Kitty Big House
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Hello Kitty Big House
  • Ages: Four and up
  • Pieces: 70
At a Glance:
  • Design and decorate Hello Kitty's house
  • Customize house with 70 pieces and dozens of stickers
  • Interlocking bricks snap securely in place
  • Easy to redecorate, offering endless play possibilities
  • Compatible with other Megabloks Hello Kitty building sets
Hello Kitty Big House
Four-room structure comes preassembled for quick play. View larger.
Hello Kitty Big House
Includes figures, furniture, and stickers for decoration. View larger.

The Megabloks Hello Kitty Big House makes interior decorating fun and easy. Using the dollhouse set's many pieces and stickers, children ages 4 and up can create a sweet, personalized living space for Hello Kitty and Mimmy. The set pieces snap on and off, so kids can undo and recreate the space as many times as they like. The Big House is also compatible with other Megabloks Hello Kitty building sets (sold separately), so kids can collect and decorate an entire town for Hello Kitty and Mimmy to explore.

Create Hello Kitty's Dream House

Turn your child into Hello Kitty's interior designer with this whimsical multistory dollhouse. The four-room house comes preassembled, but your child will need to add floors, furniture, and all the cozy, cute extras that Hello Kitty is sure to love.

Ideal for decorating and redecorating, the house comes with 70 small pieces of furniture, appliances, and household items that are easy to grip for small hands. The interlocking brick design allows kids to stack and snap items securely into place, keeping everything intact until the next remodel.

Design Promotes Imaginative Play

The set includes basic, picture-only assembly instructions and suggestions on where to place lamps, beds, sofas, and chairs. But the real fun comes from deciding how to set up and decorate the house. Should Hello Kitty have her own room or bunk together with Mimmy? What about making a rooftop patio where the two can eat their cupcakes?

Dozens of stickers allow for further customization. Your little designer can hang Hello Kitty's family photos on the walls, attach vegetable stickers to the counters, add a fish tank, and even decide what items should go on Hello Kitty's bedroom shelf. This set offers endless possibilities for roleplaying and interacting with Hello Kitty and Mimmy.

The Big House set is also compatible with other Megabloks Hello Kitty building sets (sold separately), allowing kids to add a schoolhouse, flower shop, candy shop, playground, and more to create an entire town for Hello Kitty.

What's in the Box

Hello Kitty Big House, Hello Kitty and Mimmy figures, 70 pieces, stickers, and assembly instructions.

Create and decorate a beautiful home just for Hello Kitty! With up to 7 rooms that you and your child can design yourselves, you can create Hello Kitty's very own multi-level house! Hello Kitty's Big House comes with lots of choices for furniture, carpets and even flowers to keep her house looking as lovely as ever. Easy to rebuild and redecorate, Hello Kitty can have a new home every day!

  • Product Measures: 19.5 X 11.25 X 3
  • Recommended Ages: 4 years - 7 years


Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Mega Bloks Dora's Royal Adventure

Mega Bloks Dora's Royal Adventure Review



Mega Bloks Dora's Royal Adventure Feature

  • Buildable playset allows for Dora and Boots to ride a roller coaster!
  • Includes Dora figurine and Boots the Monkey
  • Includes rebuildable elevated track and coaster car that Dora and Boots can really ride in
  • Includes fair balloons, fair pillars and frames
  • Fun on its own or combine with other Dora characters and playsets to further build and collect your World of Dora The Explorer by Mega Bloks!
130901 Features: -Material: Plastic. -Party themes to help Dora celebrate her 10 years TV. -Buildable playset allows for Dora to explore a royal castle for all kinds of interesting adventures. -Includes Dora figurine as a princess, Boots the monkey figurine, friendly bunny and magic wand blocks. -Includes 2 flowers, 2 banister blocks, castle roof and decorations. -Combine with other Dora the explorer playsets to continue exploring for hours of educational and creative play at your child's fingertips. -Suggested age starts 3 years and up.


Tuesday, December 13, 2011

Haba Ball Track Construction Set

Haba Ball Track Construction Set Review



Haba Ball Track Construction Set Feature

  • 42 piece set
  • Includes 6 glass marbles
  • Made of beechwood
  • Includes a little bell
  • Construction blocks
Large construction set with 42 beechwood pieces. Includes 6 glass marbles. Packed in a cardboard box.


Wednesday, December 7, 2011

Hold On Scooby-Doo

Hold On Scooby-Doo Review



Hold On Scooby-Doo Feature

  • Scooby and Shaggy sit on top of a wall of bricks and on your turn, use a ghost hand to push out a brick
  • On someone's tun they will tumble down
  • 44 bricks, Scooby-Doo/Shaggy figure and 2 ghost hands
  • For 2 or more players
  • Ages 5 and up
This ain't your mama's Humpty Dumpty! Scooby and Shaggy sit on top of a wall of bricks. On your turn, use one of the ghost hands to push out a brick...very, very carefully! On someone's turn they will tumble down. Yipes! Don't let it be YOU!For 2 or more players, ages 5 and up.Contents Include: Wall frame, 44 bricks, Scooby-Doo / Shaggy figure, 2 ghost hands and rules.


Monday, December 5, 2011

LEGO Duplo Building Set - 71 Pieces (5380)

LEGO Duplo Building Set - 71 Pieces (5380) Review



LEGO Duplo Building Set - 71 Pieces (5380) Feature

  • Little builders with big imaginations will love diving into this new tub of bricks
  • Comes with building plate, wagon base and figure to help inspire role-play fun
  • New container allows for easy clean up and efficient storage
  • Optimized mix of bricks that spark the imagination
  • There are 71 pieces with this set
Little builders with big imaginations will love diving into this tub of colorful LEGO bricks. Comes with building plate, wagon base and figure to help inspire role-play fun. New container allows for easy clean-up and efficient storage. The transparent lid lets little builders display their models. 71 pieces. Tub measures 7.56"H x 15.12"W x 7.56".


Friday, December 2, 2011

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Calendar

Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Calendar Review



Melissa & Doug Deluxe Magnetic Calendar Feature

  • Includes 134 magnets depicting most holidays and childhood activities
  • Magnetic Calendar/Dry-erase board
  • Great Quality
  • Great Value
  • Recommended Age Rating is 3 Years and up
Teach kids about holidays and the months of the year with this colorful magnetic activities calendar. With a combination of magnets and wood, 140 pieces depict most holidays and childhood activities. Includes a dry erase board. Measures 16" x 12" when closed; 16" x 24" when open.


Thursday, December 1, 2011

Sesame Street Cookie Monster Find & Learn Number Block

Sesame Street Cookie Monster Find & Learn Number Block Review



Sesame Street Cookie Monster Find & Learn Number Block Feature

  • Manufacturer's Suggested Age: 2 Years and Up

Cookie Monster makes learning fun. Numbers and counting curriculum are communicated when children place one of three blocks with numbers on them in Cookie Monster's lap. Cookie Monster can identify the number in his lap, sing a number song, and even has a question mode. Other characters are sold separately. However, all blocks are interchangeable between characters. The figure comes with 3 blocks.

  • Product Dimensions (inches): 5.3 (L) x 8 (W) x 11 (H)
  • Age: 2 to 4 years


Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Sesame Street Sesame Street Cookie Monster Find & Learn Number Block

Sesame Street Sesame Street Cookie Monster Find & Learn Number Block Review



Sesame Street Sesame Street Cookie Monster Find & Learn Number Block Feature

  • Manufacturer's Suggested Age: 2 Years and Up

Cookie Monster makes learning fun. Numbers and counting curriculum are communicated when children place one of three blocks with numbers on them in Cookie Monster's lap. Cookie Monster can identify the number in his lap, sing a number song, and even has a question mode. Other characters are sold separately. However, all blocks are interchangeable between characters. The figure comes with 3 blocks.

  • Product Dimensions (inches): 5.3 (L) x 8 (W) x 11 (H)
  • Age: 2 to 4 years


Monday, November 28, 2011

Mega Bloks Pull Along Musical Pirate Ship

Mega Bloks Pull Along Musical Pirate Ship Review



Mega Bloks Pull Along Musical Pirate Ship Feature

  • 20-piece buildable pull-along pirate ship that transforms into a treasure hide-out for hours of imaginative play
  • Small wheels underneath allow for an easy, smooth pull that play a catchy pirate song!
  • Front-mounted real-working cannon!
  • Includes treasure chest accessory, quick-release trapdoor leading to a holding cell on the back of the ship and a secure place for block storage
  • Includes 2 pirate characters, ship monkey and 1 shark figurines
Little swashbucklers will absolutely love having a pirate ship of their very own by claiming the Pull Along Musical Pirate Ship as their flagship vessel. This multi-dimensional playset allows little pirates to sail about the Seven Seas with a pull-along pirate ship that plays a magical buccaneer tune when pulled! It also transforms into a secret pirate hideout when the crew needs shore leave and to hide treasure from other brigands! The secret quick-release trapdoor keeps the treasure safe from thieves; as they step on the floorboard it quickly releases and sends the brigands tumbling to a holding cell! With all of the accessories a little buccaneer could ever ask for; a catchy tune, a crew, a real working cannon, a friendly shark and a treasure chest, the Pull-Along Musical Pirate Ship offers many options for hours of adventure and fun for your little captain.


Friday, November 25, 2011

Megabloks 80pc Lrg Mega Bloks Bag Pink

Megabloks 80pc Lrg Mega Bloks Bag Pink Review



Megabloks 80pc Lrg Mega Bloks Bag Pink Feature

  • 80 big Mega Blocks!
  • Pink color scheme
  • Fun on its own or to add with other Maxi products
  • Limitless building possibilities
  • Sturdy, practical and reusable storage bag!
Add colors to your builds with new Maxi groovy colors. Create endless building possibilities with the new color palette. Includes 10 fun creativity cards. 80 pieces.


Thursday, November 24, 2011

Giant Building Block 40-piece Set

Giant Building Block 40-piece Set Review



Giant Building Block 40-piece Set Feature

  • 40pc Deluxe building block set
  • Assorted sizes and colors
  • 8 lg red (12" x 6" x 3"), 8 med yellow (6" x 6" x 3") & 24 sm blue blocks (6" x 3" x 3")
Little ones with a knack for building and creative play will be drawn to these lightweight and durable cardboard building blocks. A staple item in many preschools, this set can spark endless imaginative play as children build large, life-size structures. Builders practice mathematical skills as they add the number of blocks stacked on top of each other, and the various-sized blocks can facilitate a conceptual understanding of fractions. When kids are developmentally ready, parents can encourage them to discover that one large red block is the same size as two medium yellow blocks or four small blue blocks. Made from 50 percent recycled cardboard, the blocks have a smooth, water-resistant coating that's easy to clean. These blocks won a Parents' Choice Classic Award and a Dr. Toy Classic Award. One word of caution: Make sure there's enough storage space to hold all 40 blocks once assembled. --Lauren Bernard, mother and elementary school teacher Award-winning ImagiBRICKS Giant Building Blocks are an enduring classic that offer endless play possibilities because they are versatile (build with them, jump over them, crash into them) and safe. Constructed of lightweight corrugated cardboard, if the blocks tumble, no one gets hurt! The blocks are printed with non-toxic inks and with their water-resistant coating are strong and durable for years of creative play. Because Imagibricks are unit blocks, they can even be used to teach basic math skills. Adult assembly required 40pc set includes * 8 large red blocks (12 x 6 x 3); * 8 medium yellow blocks (6 x 6 x 3); * 24 small blue blocks (6 x 3 x 3) Ages 18 mos.+ Awards: Dr Toy Best Classic Toy 2001


Sunday, November 20, 2011

Sesame Street Elmo's Find & Learn Alphabet Blocks

Sesame Street Elmo's Find & Learn Alphabet Blocks Review



Sesame Street Elmo's Find & Learn Alphabet Blocks Feature

  • However, all blocks are interchangeable between characters.
  • Elmo makes learning fun! Alphabet learning is communicated when children place one of seven letter blocks in Elmo’s lap.
  • Elmo can identify the letter in his lap, sing the alphabet song, and even has a question mode.
  • Other characters sold separately. However, all blocks are interchangeable between characters.
  • Figure comes with 3 blocks.

Learn about letters from A to Z with Elmo. The Sesame Street ELMO'S FIND & LEARN ALPHABET BLOCKS makes learning fun thanks to everyone's favorite little red monster. This interactive toy has two play modes and over 175 fun questions, facts, and phrases to help your child learn the alphabet. Sesame Street ELMO'S FIND & LEARN ALPAHBET BLOCKS comes with seven letter blocks.

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SESAME STREET
ELMO'S FIND & LEARN
ALPHABET BLOCKS
At a Glance:
  • Age/Weight Requirements: 2 to 4 years
  • Assembly Requirements: Four AA batteries (included)
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Elmo helps your child learn their ABCs with fun music. View larger.
Interactive Toy Helps Your Child Learn the ABCs

Show your child that learning is more fun with a friend like Elmo to help guide the way. When your child places one of the seven included playing blocks in Elmo's lap, Elmo will identify the letter and sing the alphabet song. If you or your child switches play modes, Elmo will ask a question to help reinforce what your child has learned about the letter. Your child can be singing the alphabet song in no time.

Interchangeable Blocks

All the included blocks can be identified by other Sesame Street FIND & LEARN ALPHABET BLOCKS characters in discovery mode (FIND & LEARN COOKIE MONSTER sold separately) so children can practice their ABCs with other Sesame Street friends.

What's in the Box

Elmo toy, seven blocks, and four AA batteries.

Elmo makes learning fun. Alphabet learning is communicated when children place one of seven letter blocks in Elmo's lap. Elmo identifies the letter in his lap, sings the alphabet song and has a question mode. Find and Learn Alphabet Blocks and Elmo feature more than 100 fun questions, facts and phrases, plus two songs. Other characters are sold separately, but all blocks are interchangeable between characters.

  • Product Dimensions (inches): 5.4 (L) x 12 (W) x 11 (H)
  • Age: 2 years and up


Saturday, November 19, 2011

Fisher-Price TRIO Hot Wheels Stunt Ramp Builder

Fisher-Price TRIO Hot Wheels Stunt Ramp Builder Review



Fisher-Price TRIO Hot Wheels Stunt Ramp Builder Feature

  • The TRIO Hot Wheels Stunt Ramp Builder set provides more ways for kids to build their creativity
  • Create a monster stunt ramp and launch your TRIO Hot Wheels car down the ramp watch it launch through the ring of fire
  • The set includes a variety of bricks, sticks, panels, ramp pieces, flags, Hot Wheels banner and much more
  • Sized just right so kids can quickly build sets to play with
  • TRIO building sets help encourage creativity and imagination

The fun is building … exciting Hot Wheels TRIO race car and stunt track action! Over 90 TRIO building pieces let kids build a cool Hot Wheels TRIO racecar and all kinds of awesome stunt tracks with jump-ramps and barrel crashing action. TRIO easy-click bricks make building the car and track a “snap” (kids can actually hear and feel the click of the bricks!), and the pieces stay together for active play. Look for more Hot Wheels TRIO race cars to build and race on Super Stunt Builder, including Hot Wheels TRIO Bone Shaker, Rodger Dodger, and Urban Agent! (Additional cars each sold separately and subject to availability.)

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HOT WHEELS
Super Stunt Builder
  • Ages: Three to eight years
  • Requires: Assembly
At a Glance:
  • Build exciting stunt ramps for your TRIO Hot Wheels
  • Use your imagination to build custom tracks
  • Over 90 building pieces, including bricks, sticks, panels, and ramp pieces
  • Easy-click pieces make building simple for kids
  • Race other TRIO Hot Wheels on the Stunt Ramp Builder
Fisher Price TRIO HOT WHEELS Super Stunt Builder
Build stunt tracks with jump-ramps and barrel crashing action. View larger.
Fisher Price TRIO HOT WHEELS Super Stunt Builder
Easy-click bricks make building the car and track a snap. View larger.
Build Custom Stunt Ramps

Your child's imagination will take over with the Stunt Ramp Builder. Build a custom ramp, race on it, then take it apart and build another one. Set up obstacles at the end of the ramp, such as barrels and barricades, and watch them go flying as the TRIO racer crashes into them.

Excellent visual instructions to build three exciting ramps are included, and there are plenty of combinations that children can build on their own. It took our testers approximately 15 minutes to get up and racing using one of the pre-designed stunt ramps.

Over 90 Building Pieces

TRIO Stunt Ramp Builder includes a variety of pieces to build with, including sticks, bricks, panels, ramp pieces, flags, a Hot Wheels banner, figure, a rotating ring of fire, and barrels, as well as a TRIO Hot Wheels car with chassis.

Easy-Click Pieces Make Building a Snap

A majority of the building is done using blocks, which snap together with ease. Your child will be able to hear and feel the pieces clicking into place.

All of the pieces are durable and should withstand the nonstop racing action your child is bound to partake in. Children will have no problem working with various pieces to build ramps on their own; however, some adult assistance may be needed for certain elements.

Once the track is assembled, it is fairly portable, but there might be a few loose segments depending on how you design your ramp.

Use Other TRIO Hot Wheels for Stunt Ramp Action

One car is included in the set, but the fun doesn't have to stop with one! There are more Hot Wheels TRIO race cars to build and race on the Stunt Ramp Builder, including Hot Wheels TRIO Bone Shaker, Rodger Dodger, and Urban Agent (additional cars sold separately).

What's in the Box

93 pieces and instruction manual.

The Trio Hot Wheels Stunt Ramp Builder with bricks, sticks and panels provides more easy ways for kids to build their creativity. The set features easy clicks bricks that stay together for big building play. Build the monster stunt ramp and lauch your Trio HW car down the ramp and watch it launch through the ring of fire and crash into exploding barrels! Rebuild the ramp into a garage or other stunts! The set includes a variety of bricks, sticks, panels, ramp pieces, flags, Hot Wheels banner, figure, rotating ring of fire, Trio Hot Wheels car with chassis and a spring loaded barrel that shoot fire plus two regular barrels. Includes 90 pieces.

  • Product Measures: 4.5x17.5x13
  • Recommended Ages: 3 Years - 5 Years