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Saturday, May 30, 2009

Live Butterfly Garden

Live Butterfly Garden thumbLive Butterfly Garden is one of All-Toys-Best-Selling
Brand : insect-lore, Our Price : $13.45


Live Butterfly Garden


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Features

  1. Just mail in the included coupon for larvae and food.
  2. Witness one of nature\'s most spectacular transformations up close.
  3. Includes mail-in voucher for five butterfly larvae and special food. ($3.00 fee for processing)
  4. Includes feeder.Complete instructions included.
  5. See butterfly metamorphosis up close.Reusable, collapsible habitat.

Product Description
Witness one of nature's most spectacular transformations up close with this reusable, collapsible habitat. Fine, transparent mesh lets you see butterfly metamorphosis up close. Product includes easy-to-use feeder and complete instructions for habitat. Butterfly larvae with food shipped directly to your home. The habitat collapses for storage when not in use. You can adopt and raise a handful of caterpillars, watch them transform into painted lady butterflies, then lift the garden cover to release your beautiful specimens into the wild. This exciting habitat makes a fabulous introduction to the miracles of nature. The larvae and food available round the year.
Editorial Review
Did you know that painted ladies (the butterflies, that is) taste with their feet and have 10,000 eyes? You and your kids will be fascinated by all you learn about these beautiful creatures with the Butterfly Garden from Insect Lore. The kit comes with a relatively easy-to-assemble observation chamber; supplies for feeding the butterflies (you provide only sugar and water); an informative booklet of clear instructions and butterfly facts; and a certificate for three to five free painted lady caterpillars. The metamorphosis from larva to butterfly takes about three weeks from when you receive the caterpillar larvae (which arrive in a small container with all the nutrients they need). Your children can watch the larvae increase dramatically in size, form chrysalides, and finally emerge into full-fledged painted ladies (it's suggested that they release the butterflies after a few days of observation). This would make a wonderful activity for families with kids of any age, but younger children will need help assembling the observation chamber and reading the instruction booklet. (Note: The manufacturer recommends that butterflies should not be set free in temperatures lower than 55 degrees Fahrenheit.) --Rachel Radway

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User Reviews for Live Butterfly Garden

Absolutely Awesome!!!
This thing was fantastic. The caterpillars come in a clear plastic container which allows you to see everything! I think I almost loved the things more than my kids! AWESOME!
butterfly garden
I have purchased many Butterfly Gardens during the last 15 years, always this brand. They have all been successful. They make wonderful gifts for my grandchilden (of which I have 22!). We also use the larger Butterfly Gardens in our school with our kindergarden classes--again with success. They are a source of wonder bringing in the world of nature up close and personal. They become the pages of the chidren\'s journals and the inspiration for their artwork. I love this product.
doesn\'t come with larvae
This product doesn\'t come with the live butterfly larvae. One can order them online or call them with phone or fax. The online page wasn\'t working and phone - was always engaged 24 hours. I could however fax the order.



Everything else worked just fine. But, when the butterflys came out of their cocoons, there was some blood splattered into the net and some of the butterflys died immediately. Don\'t know why.



But, it was for my son who was 4 years old and he had as much fun and education as he could have watching the larvae eat and grow and turn into chrysalids and butterfly.
Wow!!! so much fun and excitement for the whole family)))
Very happy with that educational toy!!! my 5 year old daughter was very excited to watch cattepilars growing, when turning into crystalids, and feeding butterflies. We got 5 cattepilars and they all turned into butterflies.

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown/ White

Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown/ White thumbVulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown/ White is one of All-Toys-Best-Selling
Brand : vulli, Our Price : $19.50


Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown/ White


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Color : Brown/ White

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Features

  1. Made of 100% natural rubber and food paint
  2. Numerous part to chew and play safely
  3. Facilitate baby development
  4. Phthalates and BPA free

Product Description
Description coming soon...

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User Reviews for Vulli Sophie the Giraffe Teether, Brown/ White

Great for teething babies
Sophie is the perfect gift for a grandchild. Most importantly, it is natural rubber with no chemicals or substances that can harm the child. Our grandson loves to chew on the legs, then the head, then back to the legs. And it\'s easy for a baby to manipulate. Great product.
My son love\'s this teething toy
We bought this toy based on the advise from many of our friends who have them. Great teething toy. The babies can chew on the feet, ears, horns, and they can easily hold on to it\'s perfectly sized neck. My son loves to chew on it for as long as I let him have it. ( I have to take it away to change bibs because he drools so much)
not too attractive for babys older than 6 months!
I bought this product when my baby was 6 month old. He got about two teeth at that time. He already used some other teething toys when I Purchased Sophie. He did not show much interest in the new toy at all. because it is expensive, I showed this toy to him many times a day thinking he\'ll form some kind of attachment to it like other reviewers said about their children. But he does not care about it at all. another thing need to mention is when you wash Sophie, it does not squeak as well as before. looks like you can only damp dry it, which is not hygenic to my point of view. and now the little Sophie is lying there my son does not touch it and he\'s just 7 month old, still teething.... may be we should\'ve bought it earlier when he just started teeth?
Not my son\'s favorite teeter...
It\'s a decent size and cute teether but only attracted a little bit attention from my son.

Acer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook

Acer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook  thumbAcer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook is one of All-Toys-Best-Selling
Brand : acer, Our Price : $329.99


Acer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook


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Color : Diamond Black

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Features

  1. Acer Crystal Eye webcam delivers smooth video streaming and high quality images for your on-line chats and business video conferences
  2. 160GB Hard Drive, 1GB RAM, Integrated 802.11b/g Wi-Fi Certified
  3. Windows XP Home with SP3 gives you the freedom to do what you want at home and at work - simply, reliably and more securely
  4. 6-cell battery provides up to 6 1/2 hours of battery life for extended use and productivity when away from an AC outlet.
  5. The 1.6GHz Intel Atom N270 Processor combines performance, power and efficiency to explore the Internet and stay connected while mobile.

Product Description
Acer redefines mobile connectivity with the Aspire one, the revolutionary Netbook featuring 10.1 Acer CrystalBrite display with an Intel Atom processor that'll give you powerful computing and 802.11G wireless that delivers optimal on-the-go Internet experience. Work up to 5-hours with the 6-Cell battery for extended use and productivity when away from an AC outlet. 160GB hard drive provides plenty of capacity to store your digital albums, videos, music and documents. Sufficient storage that's easy to upgrade, just pop in an external SD card or use it as a simple way to transfer information between two computers. Weighing just under 3 pounds, the Aspire one Netbook is the ideal traveling companion to browse the Internet, check email, share photos, video conference with built-in webcam, check sport scores, watch videos, listen to music and enjoy a variety of entertainment in a small compact design that you can take anywhere. 10.1 diagonal WSVGA (1024 x 600) Widescreen Display Integrated Crystal Eye Webcam Intel Graphics Media Accelerator 950 Built-in Stereo Speakers Acer InviLink 802.11b/g Wireless 10/100 Ethernet LAN Multi-in-1 Card Reader SD, MMC, RS-MMC, MS, MS Pro, xD 3 x USB 2.0, Headphone/Speaker/Line-Out, Microphone-in, VGA, RJ-45 (LAN) Approximate Unit Dimensions - 10.2 (W) x 7.28 (D) x 1.31 (H) Approximate Unit Weight - 2.95 Pounds

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User Reviews for Acer Aspire One AOD150-1577 10.1-Inch Diamond Black Netbook

Great netbook - great price!
My wife (at age 59) showed an interest in having her \"own\" small computer to use at home, a first! As a birthday gift I ordered her this netbook - after checking reviews and pricing - Amazon offered the best \"bang for the buck\" with an upgraded 6 hour battery.



It works like a charm - phenomenal battery life - fast speed - all in all a wonderful lightweight alternative to full size laptops. Very easy to use - which was important. The only add ons needed were a wireless mouse, as she can not use a finger pad (had one at work - I finally changed that out for her also) and a great buy on a carry case.



Came immediately - and as always - Amazon pricing ran circles around the stores and ebay vendors! Next vacation - the netbook goes with us - my full size laptop stays home!!!!



5 stars for this netbook!
Better than expected.
After lots of research I decided on the Acer Aspire One netbook because of the multi-card reader, the 160 GB HD, the 1GB of Ram, the 6 cell battery and the 10.1 inch screen. I have had it now over a week and have since upgraded the memory to the 2 GB memory card. Like another reviewer I feel like I have gotten more for my money than expected. The screen is very clear, even outside in the sun. It streams video and music seamlessly. The webcam worksed very well while talking to a friend using Skype. The keyboard works well for me (with my small fingers) and my husband and other male friends (with much larger hands) had no problem typing on it as either. It was very easy to change the memory card. I have been able to get between 6 and 7 1/5 hours of battery life from my 6 cell battery. I am also able to have multiple applications open simultaneously with no noticeable lag.



I was prepared to hate the buttons on the touch pad due to the poor reviews that they received on almost all other reviews. Yes it is a stiff button but in the time that I have been using it I have gotten used to it. It is not annoying enough for me to get an external mouse just yet, and I have logged quite a few hours on this machine since I received it. One draw back is that this machine, unlike other models, does not come with a sleeve or case, but I have found one that works well for it from Amazon and am very happy with it.



Over all I am extremely pleased with this device and its functionality and have recommended it to all of my friends and co-workers. It is extremely portable and user friendly and I hope that this review helps others to make an informed decision.
My first laptop
This Acer was recommended to me and I have no regrets in getting it. I love taking this machine wherever I go! It is certainly not a ruby red color, it\'s a burnt sienna color (hence the four stars, not five). That was the only disappointment. This machine works smoothly, it\'s easy to type on, the battery lasts a great amount of time. I went to Best Buy and got a little case for it and it fits snugly. I would highly recommend this Acer to anyone who needs a netbook.
Acer Aspire One - Six cell
A great laptop at a great price! If you are not bothered by the smaller keyboard you will love it.

Friday, May 29, 2009

WaterWheel Play Table

WaterWheel Play Table thumbWaterWheel Play Table is one of All-Toys-Best-Selling
Brand : step2, Our Price : $40.12


WaterWheel Play Table


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Features

  1. 4-piece accessory set with boats, cup, and water wheel tower
  2. Elevated design makes play accessible while keeping children out of the dirt and mud
  3. Molded-in sections create moats, lakes, canals, and harbors
  4. Wide receptacle funnels water over spinning wheel, into inner and outer harbors

Product Description
The falling water action from this Waterwheel Play Table encourages creative exploration with cause and effect learning. This imaginative water play center encourages hours of outdoor fun. Pour water into the wide funnel, and activate the water wheel which then spills into the inner and outer harbors. Two molded-in sections function as canals, boats, lakes, harbors and more. An elevated design keeps water at toddler level and also keeps ground dirt clear of water and mud from forming on children's feet. It accommodates up to three children to encourage group play. Two built-in drain plugs allow for easy water removal. The four piece accessory set includes: one cup, two sailboats, and one water wheel tower. Features decorative molded-in fish designs on legs. It can holds up to four gallons of water.

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User Reviews for WaterWheel Play Table

Gideon\'s Water Fun
Our 1 year old grandson loves playing in the water. So, we thought this might be a great birthday present for him! It was!!! A great success! His 3 year old brother loves it, too. They love watching the water wheel spin around when they pour the cup of water down the tower.
Great Summer Fun
My 2 year old LOVES playing with her water table! She has so much fun pouring from the top and watching it flow to the bottom level... and of course, splashing. It\'s the perfect height for toddlers to 4 year olds and it\'s always the hit with the kids when we put it out for play dates.
Great for kids who love water play
I have a 2 year old a 4 year old who both love playing in water wherever possible. It is certainly a nice alternative to playing the sink with the faucets running! It is sturdy and doesn\'t topple over easily.
Playing with water in a \"sanitary\" manner
I bought this item after having great satisfaction with the Step 2 Sand Table.

My two children love playing with water. This table satisfies on two levels. First, the kids can play with water outside on those days when it is just not hot enough for swimming pool play. Second, the raised table keeps the water clean (and the kids clean). Assembly was a snap and the delivery by Amazon was in just two days! The price was comparable to many stores here in the geographic area and was even more of a deal since I did not have to spend the gas or time in driving to the store to purchase it.

The table is easy to empty and, since it only holds a few gallons, is easy on the water bill.
Great water table!
My 14 month old LOVES this table! It is easy to move from inside to outside. It sits low enough to the ground and it comes to about waist high on my toddler. Helps with the improvement of gross motor skills. Great product!

Razor A Kick Scooter

Razor A Kick Scooter thumbRazor A Kick Scooter is one of All-Toys-Best-Selling
Brand : razor, Our Price : $27.90


Razor A Kick Scooter


List Price : $41.39
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Features

  1. Recommended for ages 5 and older. 6-month warranty
  2. Patented rear fender brake for quick stops. weighs only 6 pounds
  3. 98 mm inline-style urethane wheels with ABEC 5 bearings
  4. Patented T-tube and deck design folds conveniently for transport
  5. Original kick scooter made of sturdy aircraft-grade aluminum

Amazon.com Product Description
The original kick scooter, the Razor A is a handy little ride for kids and teens alike. Though it'll never replace the internal combustion engine, the scooter will get your child from point A to point B much quicker than on foot alone, and requires just a few scoots of one's shoes in the process. Plus, it's a blast to use, as your progeny will likely attest.

The Razor A is built of aircraft-grade aluminum, a sturdy material that holds up to use and abuse through the years. Its T-tube and deck, meanwhile, fold up into a compact footprint, so riders can fit the scooter inside a bag or carry it at their side when riding isn't appropriate (it weighs around 6 pounds). And thanks to the 98mm inline-style urethane wheels, ABEC 5 bearings, and patented rear fender brake, riders will always feel smooth and in control when kicking along the sidewalk.

Recommended for ages 5 and older, the Razor A will support a rider up to 143 pounds. It's also backed by a six-month warranty. For the next step up, try the Razor A2 Scooter.



When you're done riding, the Razor A folds down to a nicely compact size.
Specifications:
  • Scooter material: Aircraft-grade aluminum tube and deck
  • Wheel size: 98mm
  • Wheel bearings: ABEC-5
  • Brakes: Rear fender
  • Allen wrench: 5mm (not included)
  • Handlebar height: 33 inches (wheel to handlebar)
  • Weight: 6 pounds
  • Maximum rider weight: 143 pounds
  • Suspension: No
  • Wheelie bar: No
  • Kickstand: No
  • Folded dimensions: 23.75 x 4 x 7.25 inches
The buyer and rider of the Razor A scooter are responsible for knowing and obeying all local, state, and federal regulations regarding the riding and use of scooters.


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User Reviews for Razor A Kick Scooter

Great Razor! Good for the price.
My 6 and half year old daughter is absolutely loveling the Razor. It is very easy to handle and adjust. However, it would be great if the foot board would have been a little bigger.
Good For The City
I use this when I run errands near my house. Its a convenient way to get around, and it folds up nicely for carrying when you don\'t want to be on it. Its a greener way to get around, and it\'s actually a really fun scooter.
The Best!!
I looked everywhere and did tons of research on scooters before buying this for my 4 year-old. I was concerned about it\'s size, but had nothing to worry about. The handle goes up or down depending on your childs height. My daughter just loves it (especially as it\'s pink!) and can maneuver it as well as her 6 year-old sister. It\'s a great deal and very sturdy and folds down to fit nicely away. Just love it!!!!!
Light, Robust and Foldable
My 6-year old son fell in love with this scooter the first time he tried. It is very light yet robust (if you are 160lb, you can step on it without bending it!). The foldable feature is really handy - my son can flip the switch to fold it easily, then hold it without much effort.

The Settlers of Catan

The Settlers of Catan thumbThe Settlers of Catan is one of All-Toys-Best-Selling
Brand : mayfair-games, Our Price : $33.60


The Settlers of Catan


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Features

  1. Full Color Rules Book
  2. New Packaging & Tiles!!
  3. New Card Art!!
  4. New Graphics!!
  5. All new 4th Edition!!

Product Description
One of the most successful games of all time, Settlers of Catan is a trading and building game set in the mythical world of Catan. Players roll dice to determine which resources are generated each round and then must strategically trade those resources with other players to get what they need to build their settlements, cities, and roads. With multiple ways to gain victory points and a board that changes in every play, Settlers of Catan is a game that can be played hundreds of different ways. The base of a hugely successful franchise, with multiple engaging expansions, Settlers is the core game of many collections, and is a wonderful way to spend time with family and friends. For 3 to 4 players.
Amazon. com Review
The Settlers of Catan from Mayfair Games is an award-winning strategy game where players collect resources and use them to build roads, settlements and cities on their way to victory. The board itself is variable, making each game a little different from the next. Each round of The Settlers of Catan is intended to keep three or four players ages 10 and above engaged for up to 90 minutes.



The game map changes every time for an endless variety of play. View larger.


Settlers of Catan engages both children and adults, garnering best-seller status in both Germany and the US. View larger.
What We Think

Fun Factor:

Durability:

(what this means)

The Good: Engaging strategy game that's different each time you play

The Bad: Requires three or four players

In a Nutshell: The Settlers of Catan is fun, easy to learn, and keeps advanced players on their toes
At a Glance

Ages: 10 and up
Requires: Three or four players
On the Road to Settlement
The game rules and almanac booklet sets out four pages of guidelines for getting started. Don't worry, the rules are straightforward and the four pages include plenty of illustrations. There's a starting map that shows a well-balanced set-up for beginners to follow and directions that allow more advanced players to lay out the map of the island at random. You'll have to pop the die-cut components of the game out of their cardboard holders before you play your first game.

The almanac portion of the booklet is laid out alphabetically, so while playing you can find answers to specific questions quickly. Useful entries remind you exactly what role pieces like the robber play, how actions like maritime trade work, and how to set up the board or finish the game.

Exploring and Developing Catan
The board consists of 19 terrain hexes surrounded by the ocean. Each type of terrain produces a different type of resource: brick, wool, ore, grain or lumber. There's also a desert hex that produces no resources. As the game progresses, players use resources to build roads along the edges of these hexes and settlements or cities on the intersections where three hexes meet. Each player begins the game with two settlements and two roads.

Each player's roll of the dice causes certain hexes to produce resources, which you collect if you have a settlement on one of them. On your turn, you'll use various combinations of the resources you've acquired to build new roads and settlements, upgrade settlements to cities, or purchase development cards. The ability to trade resources with other players adds a new level of strategy and ensures that the game includes lots of interaction between players. You can also trade without worrying about other players using an unfavorable maritime trade rate. Elements including a robber piece that lets you steal from other players and a variety of development cards add intrigue to the game.

The objective of The Settlers of Catan is to be the first one who collects 10 victory points. Each settlement is worth one victory point and each city is worth two victory points. You can also earn victory points by holding the Longest Road card, the Largest Army card, or special victory point development cards.

Best-Selling Game of the Year
It's easy to see why The Settlers of Catan has been recognized as a best-selling Game of the Year in both Germany and the U. S. We found this game to be fun and engaging for both children and adults, and the variable nature of the playing field really made us want to play again and again. When we started pausing to contemplate our opponents' strategy and factoring the probability of different dice rolls into our moves, the game sometimes took longer than expected, but we were so engrossed we didn't even notice until it was all over.

Due to the widespread popularity of the original game, several expansion sets (sold separately) are available that allow you to explore new aspects of the game or add more players. The only downside to this game is that you need to have either three or four players to play, so it's great that expansion sets are available that will allow you to add players.

What's in the Box
Six sea frame pieces, 19 terrain hexes, nine harbor pieces, 18 circular number tokens, 126 game cards, 16 cities, 20 settlements, 60 roads, two dice, a robber and a rules and almanac booklet.

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User Reviews for The Settlers of Catan

Addicting!
I bought this game on a recommendation from a game shop. They commented when I was leaving, \"I\'d tell you to have fun, but it\'s SETTERLERS OF CATAN...\"



I have to kids 9 and 13. We play it every weekend and sometimes during the weeknights. It is very addicting. It is educational and teaches kids the idea of trade.



Great Game!
The best legal, G-rated fun in a box!
I read that this game was addicting, but I had no idea. If you like board games, you REALLY need to purchase this game. The pros to this game are: even though the \"how to play the game\" booklet is huge, it REALLY is easy to learn; the booklet shows you the easy way to learn the game - and it even has a link to view video instruction on-line (which is very nice!); once you learn the basics, you can change the game to make it more challenging and a totally different game each time you play; in addition there are expansion packs available! The big con-side is that the game suggests a minimum of three players and a maximum of four players for the game without any expansion packs. I usually only have one other person available...so we either take turns being the \"third player\" or we just play the game with the two of us - it is not as much fun (the 3rd person really adds to the challenge of the game), but we still have a great time! The dynamics of the game really are best with 3 to 4 players. The game itself is made of a very sturdy hardboard/cardboard, but we play SO much that we have squshed the corners of some of the pieces (we are hard on games). The game will still last us many more years of enjoyment, though, because the pieces are sturdy. I love this game because we can make it as challenging as we want and it never goes \"on-and-on-and-on\" - the game booklet claims the game can be played in about an hour, and no lie, no matter how challenging we make it, the game lasts almost exactly one hour. Then we can play again or stop for the evening. We can make it super easy (play for less points or give ourselves a \'city\' to begin with, for eaxmple) if we only have a half an hour.



The Settlers of Catan is a fun game. It teaches cooperation, deal-making, strategy, and planning by giving you \"resources\" that you can use in a number of ways to win...there is no totally \"right\" or totally \"wrong\" way....just like life, there are so many paths we can take to the same end result and so many ways to \"win\" ....
Awesome game!
This game is so much fun! I actually bought this one for a friend of mine for his birthday.
Tough to learn but fun to play
Takes quite a while to unsnap the pieces and fit them together. The thickness of the parts could be larger and there is no help in how to store the pieces in the box. But the game is great. Get on the web and follow the video tutorial that has a simulation of players starting the game. Then grab some friends, have them watch it and have a great time (about the third time you play). Not an easily adaptable game for two players but, again, there are hints on the web.