Remotely controlled flying toys often rely on the first step which is the launch, which a) requires another person and b) is often harder than it looks. Not to get too algebraic here, but XPV takes A and B out of the equation and the result is a marked increase in the fun factor. Seriously, […]
If you are looking for a way to get your kids excited about reading, even if it does involve the television, Telestory could be just the ticket for you. Very easy to use, so easy we found toddlers hooking up the unit to the RCA plugs on the TV while parents watched on in amazement.
Publications International has packed so many great educational activities into this kit that our testers rated it a steal. Children were excited when they saw all of the fun and colorful activities inside. The recognizable characters delighted them and parents reported that the replay factor was quite high as well. The clean-up or repacking feature,
Whether you are a home schooler or just want to extend the fun of learning beyond the classroom, you will appreciate having this chart at your disposal. Together with your child you can work on sounds and how they relate to words and pictures. Bright bold colors with detailed pictures help children remember what they
We all know how active the minds of our toddlers and preschoolers are. Their ability to conjure up story lines with all sorts of fantastic characters, settings and scenarios often defies description. This kit is designed to give young children an outlet for expressing their storytelling creativity. The dinosaur theme makes this a perfect gift
Despite the fact that Wipe-Off is a misnomer, parents and children were both quite enthusiastic with this activity book. Factors included the fact that it features Thomas & Friends who remain an enduring favorite, as well as the portability of books like these which are great for travel and waiting times in either restaurants or
This bilingual read and play along book garnered superb review from our testers who reported back that their children were active participants eager and excited to read along and of course push buttons. The associated sounds and words play in response to your child’s touch really bring the story and the experience to life. Children
In this age of high tech, flashy electronic gaming, Big Sunday is a real throwback. While that may have a certain nostalgic appeal for Dad, the task of winning over teenagers is considerable. When given the chance Big Sunday proves that it is worth the investment in time especially if you are already a football
Testers were split on whether the best feature of this toy was that it was so easy to put together or that maybe that everything looked so real or perhaps it was the fact that their children absolutely loved it. Excellent for the development of fine motor skills and problem solving, toddlers spent hours “toiling”
There is a lot to like about this new generation of Tamagotchi’s. To begin with is it’s size. This new incarnation can easily fit inside a pocket, can be played alone or, when used with the infrared signal, can be played with a friend interactively. The lessons of taking care of your pet are still
