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Leapfrog Leapster Explorer

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Description:  Leapster Explorer is an extraordinary new learning experience that encourages children to discover something new every day with endless ways to play and learn—from games, e-Books, videos, and online play to customizable learning skills and more.

****My daughter loves video games, but having a older system I can never really find educational games.  Now with my daughter starting kindergarten, I want to prepare her as much as I can. The Leapster Explorer is a great educational tool/game system. My daughter just loves it. She is getting better with her ABC’s, her shapes and more. Now the only problem I have is trying to get her off of it.  She is all set and ready for school! This is a great learning system for young children.

Retail:$69.99

Release date: July 15, 2010

My rating: 10

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was provided by Leapfrog for my review.

Amusement Fun with Pop On Pals

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Pop On Pals is a whole new world of popabilities from Spin Master. With endless mix and match fun, your little ones can be anything they want to be. Pop On Pals encourage imaginative play and help develop fine motor skills.

features:

  • ages 2-4
  • playsets include vehicles, pets,  and more.
  • available at Toys R Us, Target, Kmart, Sears and more

****The minute I received this all 3 of my children fought over this. Finally they agreed to place nicely together, but they had a lot of fun playing with this. My only complaint is that the playset only comes with one pal, which isn’t enough for three kids.   My kids are really excited about roller coasters now though and can’t wait until they are old enough to go to the Amusement park.   This is a great toy for little ones.

Retail:$34.99

  • Disclosure: I did not receive compensation for this post, a product was received through Team Mom.

Henson’s Place DVD Review

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Product Description:  Take a peek behind the curtain with HENSON’S PLACE, the original documentary about Jim Henson, the creative visionary that brought us the enchantment of “The Muppet Show,” THE DARK CRYSTAL and more! From honing his skills as a puppeteer in college to creating some of the world’s most beloved characters in the last 30 years, see the imaginative genius like never before. Enjoy interviews with Henson, his wife Jane, long-time puppeteer partner Frank Oz and others, as they share memories of the legendary “Muppet Show,” “Sesame Street,” and “Fraggle Rock,” with a behind-the-scenes look inside the revolutionary Henson Workshop. Experience Henson’s desires to not only create new worlds, but also to celebrate the child inside all of us!

****This dvd was really cool, it’s all about Jim Henson the creator of all things muppet. His vision, and how he came up with all these creative ideas. This was very interesting to watch, I grew up with Fraggle Rock, Muppets and muppet Babies, so showing my kids how it was all done and the different muppets really excited them.

Retail:$14.98

Release date: August 3, 2010

Running time: 52 minutes

My Rating:7

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was provided for review.

The Cutest Pink Kitty You Will Ever See(giveaway)CLOSED

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Milly The Pinkest Kitten comes in 10 different variations from dress up to cupcake carriers. The kitten is the newest plush from Aurora World Inc. geared towards girls and tweens who love pretty plush.

**** My girls were so excited to see Milly, McKenzie is in the stage where everything is pink, so she has been very attached to this Milly. The kitten is soft and cuddly, and the cupcake carrier smells like cupcakes and fits perfectly into my daughters “bakery shop”. This is a perfect gift for any girl.

Retail:$10.99-$13.99

My rating: 8

I have a Milly Pink Kitten to giveaway

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Back to School: Zebra Pens and Pencils Review

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Zebra Pen Corporation offers an extensive line of writing instruments including ball point pens, highlighters, mechanical pencils, gel rollers, rollerballs and correction pens. They guarantee quality, satisfaction and an ultimate writing performance.

i received

  • Z Grip Daises rectractable ball point pen assorted 5 pack
  • Cadoozles .7mm mechanical pencil 10 pack
  • Regal Roller micro point roller ball pen assorted 4 pack
  • Regal Roller arrow point roller ball pen assorted 4 pack

****I really like roller pens, they work so much better than the little cheap pens I always buy. These pens are great for back to school they don’t run out of ink fast and are easy to grip. The mechanical pencils are great for grade school, and the design is so cute. My daughter was so thrilled to be able to use them. I really like the designs and the fact that it really doesn’t even look like a mechanical pencil. Never need to sharpen another pencil again.

Retail: $2.99-$5.00

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was provided by PR company for my review.

Momma Mealtime Products make eating More Fun

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Mealtime will be so much fun with the new stylish mOmma line of feeding products for infanta and toddlers. mOmma’s ergonomic design features a distinctive roly-poly shape that allows the products to rock back and forth when uncovered, keeping kids entertained and eliminating spills at the same time.

mOmma products are:

  • are designed for infants and toddlers, and their little hands
  • non spill
  • utensils come with a protective case for travel
  • cups stay upright to prevent spilling and keeping the area that touches your childs mouth away from germs.
  • BPA and phthalate free
  • Dishwasher safe

****These are so cute and fun. My son is a little old for the sippy cups but he still enjoyed them, and I didn’t have to worry about any mess. the plate really keeps the food warm and is surprising big, most toddler plates are tiny.  These are really great products, but I would say that they are more for infants then tots.

Retail:$8.25-22.00

My rating: 5

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Dora’s Big Birthday Adventure DVD

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Description: Happy Birthday Dora!! It’s the final episode in the Magic Storybook trilogy. Dora and Boots need to get home from Wizzle World! Join Dora and Boots on an epic quest to get past a mean witch and find the Wishing Wizzle so they can wish themselves back home in time for Dora’s big birthday party! ¡Feliz Cumpleaños Dora!

****My kids were so excited when thwy saw this movie arrive in the mail. The first thing they noticed was that the cover pops open to resemble a birthday card, and also comes with birthday stickers. The movie was exciting, One of the episodes Wizzle Wishes is the third story in the magic storybook trilogy. My kids had so much fun watching this, they played along and were amazed by all the beautiful birthday decorations in the movie.

Retail:$16.99

Release date: 8/3/10

Running time: 30 minutes

My rating:9

Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, a product was provided by Nickelodeon for my review.

Pool Safety DVD Giveaway8/8

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Pool safety is very important and its great for toddlers and preschoolers to learn at a young age. Disney’s Timon and Pumba make pool safety fun and very informative.

here is a preview

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James and the Giant Peach Blu-ray combo pack Review & GiveawayCLOSED

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After the daring rescue of a spider, a young boy named James gains possession of some magic
crocodile tongues. When James spills them in the garden, out sprouts an enormous peach!
Climbing inside, he meets an astonishing cast of characters and embarks on a magical odyssey
full of thrills and adventure. Voiced by an all-star cast, including legendary actors Richard
Dreyfuss, Susan Sarandon, Simon Callow and Jane Leeves, and featuring the celebrated music of
Randy Newman, this classic story is delicious entertainment for the whole family!

Special features:

  • making of the film
  • Good News music video
  • spike the aunts game

**** If you could see everything I own you would know I am a big Tim Burton fan (My favorite is Nightmare Before Christmas).  This movie is no different. He makes a classic storybook a daring adventure. My kids love the bugs and how James becomes a cartoon  when entering the peach. This movie was made(part of it) by stop-motion animation, and it’s so fascinating to see how they do it. (another movie stop motion Corpse Bride, another all time favorite. This is a definite must see.

Release date: August 3, 2010

Retail:$39.99 for combo pack

Running time:79 minutes

My rating:10

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Disclosure: I did not receive any compensation for this post, I will be receiving a product for review from Disney, who also provided the giveaway

Nickelodeon Your Stay At The Marriott

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I’ll admit it I dread going  on trips with my kids, I have a 2,4, and 5 year old, it can get pretty crazy.  We usually pack way to much to ensure they will be preoccupied.

Nickelodeon and the Marriott Hotel have teamed together to “Nickelodeon Your Stay” at over 2000 locations. All kids will receive free activity book and bracelet with a code for free games at www.nick.com.  You can upgrade your package for $10-$20 dollars(depending on hotel) to also have the package include Spongebob activity bag, splash ball, Nickelodeon sunglasses, and a build your own Spongebob. Also kids who eat at the restaurant hotel will also receive a Nickelodeon character placemat. visit www.nickelodeonyourstay.com to start booking.

Nickelodeon Your Stay

****The pack is so fun for my kids. The buildyour own Spongebob hands and eyes wiggle, and even comes with Gary the snail.  The splash ball is fun for the pool or beach. This will definitly keep your kids at play for at least a little while.

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog campaign by Mom Central on behalf of Marriott and received a Nickelodeon gift pack to facilitate my candid review. Mom Central also sent me a gift card to thank me for taking the time to participate.”

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