Loopz is the newest incarnation of the classic electronic game Simon which many testers recalled fondly as the first electronic game they had ever seen. What makes this different is that Loopz stands upright and instead of pressing buttons you pass your closed hand through semi-circular openings to trip sensors. There are lots of games […]
What a neat idea. Taking remote controlled vehicles out for a spin has historically required carrying several elements and keeping them all together when storing away. Mattel has created a solution that includes an RC vehicle that folds into a sleeve, which is smaller than a deck of cards. This plastic sleeve also doubles as
What more could any boy want than his very own garbage truck that moves, talks, drives and interacts with him? According to the boys who played with Stinky, not much. This garbage truck with an attitude features a tough guy persona and voice but is also quite silly and playful. While playing with it children
There was no denying the huge appeal and interest testers had for this very hyped, new Barbie doll. Yes, it is true; you can actually create videos from the point of view of the camera embedded into Barbie’s chest. Admittedly some testers had reservations but when they saw how thrilled their children were to be
When it comes to video gaming systems there really are three that dominate the market and if you are reading this, chances are you opted for a PS3 over the Xbox and the Wii. Everyone has their reasons and each system is special in its own right. For many years only the Wii could be
Many of us think that plants grown in covered domes are typically tropical, moisture craving plants. Color us wrong. The Desert Biodome proves that succulents i.e. cacti and the ilk, can indeed grow and thrive, especially when you have DuneCraft to get you started. The directions in this kit are straightforward and easy to follow
This is a very nicely designed humidifier that does just what it says it will, add moisture to dry rooms. As winter nears and many homes begin relying on their forced air heating systems this becomes a real concern. What sets this humidifier apart is a very nice feature that you won’t find on others
This exceptionally unique “building ball” really engaged our testers. The open ended, free play approach really encourages imaginative expression. Your child can build just about anything they wish with balls, rods, wings, springs, etc. Parents appreciated the motor skills that their children had to apply in order to complete their creation. The colorful and clear
When you are in the market for a car seat the number one factor in making a decision is how safe it will keep your child, especially in case of an accident. The Radian XSL met all those requirements, impressing our testers as a durable, safe car seat that they would use for years. Many
Without a doubt one of the most surprising winners of this testing period was the Little Piggies Shoehorn. And it didn’t just sneak past, it managed to garner rave reviews from parents who absolutely loved it. Perhaps it is because we don’t even realize how much time we spend or how much of a struggle
