**Walmart - Exclusive Gift Set with Ty Beanie Babies PO the Panda Plush!
**Target - 3-Disc Value Pack includes the DVD, the All-New Adventure SECRETS OF THE FURIOUS FIVE, and the Complete Kung Fu Panda PC Game from Activision.
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Written by: Lisa at 11:17 pm on December 20, 2007
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 This Christmas, the hot new line of Baby Jamz toys is making a definite splash! Young children, particularly toddlers, are getting the chance to become DJs and appreciate music in a whole new way. With an Urban flavor, the Baby Jamz toys feature the talented sister of Beyonce, Solange Knowles, as the singer of updated versions of children’s nursery rhymes. I guarantee you’ve never heard “Mary Had a Little Lamb” quite like this before! My kids, even the older ones, thought the music was really inventive. While Jaden (8) and Tim (16) were too old to play with the Baby Jamz Move n’ Groove Dance Mat (just one of the great products available by Baby Jamz) they loved watching how much their little sister Kayla (2) enjoyed making music with the mat.
Kayla has always been musically inclined. From banging on pots and pans in her early years to the typical baby xylophone she tapped on and dragged around everywhere she went, Kayla has loved to make noise and listen to music since before birth! However, nothing could prepare any of us for the Move n’ Groove Dance Mat. This was one toy that went out of its way to appeal to toddler music fans. Kayla is the perfect age to enjoy this toy and I can see the fun of the mat lasting for quite some time.
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Written by: Ashtyn at 1:57 am on December 10, 2007
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 One of the best presents you can buy your child this Christmas is the Mix Master Music Chair by Baby Jamz. One place you can most certainly find the Mix Master Music Chair is at Wal-Mart. Baby Jamz and Wal-Mart have an exclusive deal to sell Baby Jamz products through the popular retail chain. Of course, you’re certain to find some independent sellers on Amazon and on EBay who have purchased the toys through Wal-Mart. It doesn’t matter where you get this toy. If you have a child between 1 and 4 years old I highly recommend you purchase it for them.
What can I say about the Mix Master Music Chair, other than to tell you that my nephew, Lil B, absolutely loved it! The minute he saw this amazing toy his eyes lit up. While the Mix Master Music Chair is recommended for children who are 12 months to 36 months, depending on the child I recommend it for up to four years. Lil B is an active, fun-loving 3 ½ year old. He loved this toy and has used it many times since I gave it to him to review. I love the way it entertains him and I also secretly love the fact that it has plenty of sounds that can annoy my brother (who used to buy my son noisy toys all the time when he was little).
I didn’t find the toy too annoying, though some parents have said the repetitious tunes can be a little grating on the nerves after awhile. Still, the most important part is whether the child playing with the toy is enjoying himself/herself. Since Lil B’s reaction was so positive, I can’t imagine that other children would find this toy to be repulsive. All of the reviews I’ve seen online, from parents who have purchased this toy, have been positive. That has to say something about the quality of the Mix Master Music Chair.
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Written by: The Evans at 2:34 pm on December 5, 2007
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 Writers: Dave Ingham, Carol Noble
Director: Kitty Taylor
Cast: Daniel Mayers, Clementine Cowell, Morgan Gayle, Ryan Harris, Stanley Street
Rating: Not Rated
Studio: BBC Warner
Release Date: October 23, 2007
We’ve deliberately pushed back the review of Charlie and Lola, Vol. 6 - How Many More Minutes Until Christmas until it was closer to Christmas. The characters Charlie and Lola are amongst the most charming and entertaining children in this day and age. This is a show the entire family can enjoy together, regardless of age. While our family has a 3 year old boy, a 13 year old boy, and two adults in it, it can sometimes be hard to find something the entire family will enjoy without those of us who are older sacrificing for the younger child’s enjoyment. Luckily, Charlie and Lola is a show adults, teenagers, and children can all enjoy together.
Every episode starts with ten year old Charlie explaining how his younger sister Lola is small and very funny. Charlie couldn’t be any more correct in that. Lola is a small girl of five who is such a trip. This little British girl is absolutely hilarious. While Charlie is a thoughtful and caring brother (who couldn’t like him?!), it is Lola who really makes the show. Clementine Cowell, the voice of Lola in Season Two, when Charlie and Lola, Vol. 6 - How Many More Minutes Until Christmas was filmed, is so great at portraying her innocence, hilarity, and natural childlike nature and wonderment through her voice. It comes across perfectly with the cute yet quaint drawings of the characters on this show.
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 Literary Illusions is proud to partner with Scholastic Inc. in giving away three copies of The Biggest Best Snowman, book and audio CD. Our contest will be ending just in time for Christmas and entering is simple. To enter all you need to do is leave us a comment. Please be sure to only leave one. More than one entry to this contest may result in your entries being removed. Comments are moderated to avoid spam, so it will not show up right away. If you do not see your comment within a day then by all means leave another one. Otherwise, do not worry we accept comments several times a day.
To enter you need to be 18 years of age and a resident of the US. If you have won a contest within the last 30 days you are not eligible. Winners will be announced here. If we do not here from you within 3 weeks from the date the winners are announced you forfeit your prize and we will select another winner. Prizes will be shipped within 45 days from the day you win. We will make every effort to send out prizes won in December in time for the holidays, but cannot promise a before Christmas delivery.
We will choose a winner for this on December 17, 2007. This means that you have until December 16, 2007 at 11:59 PM EST to enter the contest.
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Written by: The Evans at 11:00 am on December 1, 2007
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The holidays are always the biggest time to buy video games. With the Nintendo DS, the Nintendo Wii, Playstation 3, and XBOX 360, there should be no shortage of systems of games to delight kids and families during the holidays. This year, there are many great games available to purchase that are kid-friendly.
This gift giving guide is listed in no particular order. We hope you enjoy our list, and happy shopping during the wonderful holiday season.
| #1 - Super Mario Galaxy - Wii
The latest in the Mario franchise is Super Mario Galaxy. This video game is on our HOT HOT HOT Holiday list and is predicted as being the hottest video game of the Christmas season. The innovative design of the Wii makes Super Mario Galaxy a high tech adventure beyond any video gamer’s expectations.
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#2 - Horse Life - Nintendo DS
Little girls who wish to own a horse can do so, at least in a virtual sense, thanks to Horse Life for the Nintendo DS. The 3D graphics on this game are stellar and while some of the movements during the initial training can be a little annoying the ultimate result is worth the effort. As players lead their horses through national and international championships, they can become the grand champion just like their grandfather who gave them their horse in the beginning.
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Both the Holidays and Board Games have something in common. They bring families together. Board Games allow families to bond and enjoy time spent together. They’ve been popular, in various forms, for centuries, though none have been quite as family friendly as the following list of the Five Hottest Board Games this season. These Games should be on every family’s must have holiday list.
This gift giving guide is listed in no particular order. We hope you enjoy our list, and happy shopping during the wonderful holiday season.
| #1 - The Simpsons - Clue
DOH! The Simpsons are at it again. This version of The Simpsons - Clue game has Mr. Burns dying, again. He’s the favorite villain to kill off in all incarnations of this game. In the third and latest edition of The Simpsons - Clue, it is during the opening celebration at the Springfield Natural History Museum where Mr. Burns gets knocked off. This time, the Museum themed rooms and weapons set the backdrop for the crime.
There are six suspects to choose from; Bart Simpson, Homer Simpson, Marge Simpson, Lisa Simpson, Fat Tony, and Edna Krabappel. One of them did it, and its up to the players of the game to find out whodunit and solve the crime. To read our review of The Simpsons - Clue 3rd Edition Board Game, click here.
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#2 - Game of Life: Twists & Turns
Game of Life: Twists & Turns has made our HOT HOT HOT Holiday list this season. This game features plenty of twists and turns through this updated version of the original Game of Life we all know and love. Have a career, a family, a house, a car, and more. However, this time you don’t use cash. You use your electronic banking card and the electronic system to help decide your fate as you weave your way through life.
This game presents life in the 21st Century. You can upgrade your car and your house. You can pursue a better career then you have currently. Ultimately, the Game of Life: Twists & Turns is your second chance to live your life, as you play with your family and enjoy the fun this game offers.
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Christmas is coming and so is Hanukkah. It’s time to purchase presents and delight all of the children in our lives with all of the latest, hottest, and coolest offerings of the season. This gift giving guide lists the Top Ten Hottest Toys of the Holidays. The toys have been compiled based on consumer reviews, sales records, and our own personal experiences with some of the toys on the list.
This gift giving guide is listed in no particular order. We hope you enjoy our list, and happy shopping during the wonderful holiday season.
| #1 - The Easy Link Internet Launch Pad
Fisher Price has come up with one of the most innovative toys of the season. Designed for children between the ages of 3 and 6, the Easy Link Internet Launch Pad offers a way for young children to go to child safe websites where they can learn as they play games.
The Easy Link Internet Launch Pad blocks computer files and access to other websites so a child cannot accidentally navigate to an unsafe site, delete sensitive computer files, or change the computer’s settings. Popups are also blocked by the Launch Pad, providing a 100% safe experience. To read our review on The Easy Link Internet Launch Pad, click here.
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#2 - Carebears 25th Anniversary Gift Set
American Greetings is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Carebears. The card and gift company has teamed up with Lionsgate to release four DVDs and a limited edition, 25th Anniversary Carebear in a gift set. The set comes with one silver pawed, Carebear and four Carebears DVDs that feature episodes from the original Carebears television series.
This Carebears gift set has 25 episodes on four discs. The four discs are Festival of Fun, Adventures in Care-a-lot, Magical Adventures and Kingdom of Caring. Lionsgate has also recently released other DVDs on their own from the original series. This Box Set is a great way to introduce a new generation of children to the Carebears. To win a free Carebears 25th Anniversary Gift Set click here.
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Written by: Ashtyn at 7:16 pm on November 28, 2007
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 Writer: Temple Mathews, J.M. Barrie
Director: Robin Budd, Donovan Cook
Cast: Harriet Owen, Blayne Weaver, Corey Burton, Jeff Bennett, Katie Soucie, Andrew McDonough, Spencer Breslin
Rating: G
Studio: Disney Studios
Release Date: November 27, 2007
Disney sequels usually tend to come out looking like other sequels. Most of the time, they are unnecessary and meant to make money. However, every now and then there is one worth watching or even buying because it is just that good. In this case, that extra special sequel would be Peter Pan Return to Never Land.
I was surprised to find that this wasn’t another cheesy, useless film, and that instead, I really seemed to like it. A surprise to me was that I liked it as much as I did the original Peter Pan. Of course, the difference between seeing this one now and the original back when I was a child is that I am a much harsher critic than I was as a child. Despite that fact, Peter Pan Return to Never Land won me over and made me a fan. It is one of the best children’s movies to come out in recent years and it is worth the purchase be it as a Christmas present or just to extend your child’s DVD collection.
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Written by: The Evans at 7:54 pm on November 24, 2007
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 Writer: Janna King Kalichman
Director: N/A
Cast: Dee Bradley Baker, Jim Cummings, Chloe Moretz, Travis Oates, Ken Sansom, Max Burkholder, Oliver Dillion
Rating: Not Rated
Studio: Walt Disney Studios
Release Date: November 20, 2007
I have met my fair share of Winnie the Pooh purists who are not fond of the My Friends Tigger & Pooh series. At first, I was not sure I would be a fan either. The show is made in CGI and I felt that would hold back my interest some. I am used to the old versions of Pooh and the gang and thought I would not like the CGI enhanced group.
Others are not fond of it because of the lack of comparison to the original Pooh books and series. The lack of Christopher Robin and the addition of Darby are off-putting to many. However, it is important to realize that this is not meant to be that original Pooh that so many of us know and love. This is meant to be something new and while different, it still proves to be as enjoyable as the original.
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My Friends Tigger & Pooh - Super Sleuth Christmas Movie was released on DVD on November 20, 2007. The series began in 2007 and airs on the Disney Channel. The show targets pre-school age children with a Dora the Explorer type of mystery show where kids follow the Super Sleuths to solve a mystery.
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