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#Win Thomas the Tank Engine- Day of the Diesels DVD Contest

September 24, 2011 by Samantha 130 Comments

The Steamies and the Diesels face off in this action-packed movie adventure, Thomas & Friends Day of the Diesels – The Movie! When a fire breaks out on the Island of Sodor, two new firefighting engines – Flynn and Belle – join Thomas and Percy to save the day! When Thomas starts spending all his time with Sodor’s newest heroes, Percy is left feeling alone. Diesel sees this and invites Percy to the Dieselworks, where Percy is made to feel special by none other than the master of mischief Diesel 10! But Percy doesn’t know that he is part of Diesel 10’s master plan to take over the Sodor Steamworks. Can Percy lead the Steam Team to reclaim the Steamworks or will the Diesels make it their new home?

Special Features
“Fiery Flynn To the Rescue” Game
“Day of the Diesels” Karaoke Song
“Hear the Engines Coming” Karaoke Song
“Steamies vs. Diesels” Video
Product Details
Number of Discs: 1
Run Time: 57 Minutes
Sells for $13.99

What kid is not all about trains? This is a great DVD for any train lover- my own Little Man included. He played with his beloved Thomas and Percy trains after watching the movie, re-enacting the scenes he just saw. If your little one is a lover of the choo-choos, this is one for you!

Here is how to enter to win the sweet DVD 🙂

Mandatory entry
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Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win. In your comment, please.

Extra Entries
Leave a separate comment for each entry.

– Like HIT Entertainment on Facebook. This entry is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.

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– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
#Win #Kids #DVD- Thomas the Tank Engine Day of the Diesels http://tinyurl.com/3ubnjt8 #movie @HaveSippy
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– enter a giveaway at any of the Collective Media Magic Bloggers’ sites!

3 Princes and a Princess 2, Closer to Lucy, and The Thrifty Things.- GFC, Twitter, and Facebook are all 1 extra entry each.

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)
-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Stumble it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)

OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: I received this product for review from the sponsor. All opinions are mine, yours may differ. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Open to US shipping addresses only. Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above. Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends Oct 14, 2011.

Filed Under: giveaway, kids, movie

#Win an Eight O’Clock Coffe Parent Survival Pack

September 24, 2011 by Samantha 383 Comments

Now that summer has ended, it’s time to trade in flip-flops and beach bags for lunch boxes and backpacks. Eight O’Clock Coffee has prepared a few tips to help get you and your kids through the craziness of back-to-school season. One of my lucky readers will a win a Back-to-School Parent Survival Pack including a drawstring bag, travel mug and 2 bags of Eight O’Clock Coffee to help start your mornings off right!

“Back-to-School Survival Tips” from Eight O’Clock Coffee

TIP 1: Become Your Own Brewista – Save time, money and gas this back-to-school season by brewing your morning coffee at home. You can even set your coffee maker’s timer the night before to wake up to great-smelling Eight O’Clock Coffee.

TIP 2: Preplan Lunch – A few days before school starts, sit down with your kids and create a grocery list of healthy snacks and lunches they would like for school. Rotate each of their selections throughout the week. Make Tuesday “Turkey Tuesday” or Wednesday “Wrap Wednesday” – adding variety to keep lunch exciting. When possible, pack their lunch the night before to reduce stress in the morning.

TIP 3: Assemble Weekly Wardrobes – Every Sunday check the upcoming weekly weather forecast with your kids. Then, have them pick out five outfits for the upcoming school week. Hang them in daily order in their closet to avoid the inevitable, “Mom, I can’t find my favorite blue shirt!”

TIP 4: Be Prepared for School Projects – Avoid late night rushing around to complete school projects by having art supplies on hand. Create an arts and craft bin that includes more than just crayons and colored paper. Collect items like pipe cleaners, stickers, figurines, beads – even coffee beans – and other creative finds, and put the fun back in school projects.

As a momma and a Pre-K teacher (who has a 7 am starting time!) coffee is a MUST. For you, too? Yes? OK! Then you should really enter below, LOL. You can also buy 8’O’Clock Coffee just about everywhere- so go shopping 🙂

Mandatory entry

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Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win. In your comment, please.

Extra Entries
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-“Like” me on Facebook -feel free to give me some comment love! 🙂 This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.
+2 entries

-Subscribe to Have Sippy Will Travel by email, and confirm subscription or via RSS
+3 entries

– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
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#Win #Coffee prize pack from 8 O’Clock Coffee http://tinyurl.com/4yu34nq @HaveSippy #Contest #giveaway

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Follow any of the Collective Media Magic Bloggers’ sites!

3 Princes and a Princess 2, Closer to Lucy, Have Sippy Will Travel, and The Thrifty Things. You can Follow GFC, Twitter, or Facebook- each is worth an entry.

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)
-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Stumble it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)

OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: I received the above product for review. All opinions are mine, yours may differ. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Open to US shipping addresses only. Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above. Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends Oct. 13, 2011.

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Personal Creations Review and #Contest ($50)

September 24, 2011 by Samantha 396 Comments

Every little kids needs a backpack that’s just his or her size for back to school, for going to grandma’s, and those random day trips to the zoo, park, and wherever else you may be headed! So where is a great place to find one, that everyone else doesn’t already have? Personal Creations of course! Great place for kids backpacks.
My son just got his, and I can tell you that I have never seen one like it before. As a Pre-K teacher who was a nanny for 10 years, if I haven’t seen this backpack, you can bet your child will be the only (or at least one of the only!) kids to have it!

How cute is this little Monkey Rolling Backpack? I can’t show you mine exactly, since it has his “real’ name on it, but you get the idea!

Your child’s backpack will still be easy to spot, though, because you can personalize it with his or her name. It has adjustable straps, a small handle and wheels. You can’t fit a TON in there, so it is best for small kids (Preschool age).
Personal Creations is a great place for all your back to school needs, I just love their backpack and lunchbox sets!

One of you will have the chance to win a $50 gift code from Personal Creations. Here is how to enter!

Mandatory entry
You must be a public follower on Google Friend Connect.
Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win. In your comment, please.

Extra Entries
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– Like Personal Creations on Facebook. This entry is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway. As a thank you, readers will get 20% off your order if they become a fan of Personal Creations!

-“Like” me on Facebook -feel free to give me some comment love! 🙂 This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.
+2 entries

-Subscribe to Have Sippy Will Travel by email, and confirm subscription or via RSS
+3 entries

– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
#Win $50 to Personal Creations http://tinyurl.com/3rd6t49 #contest @HaveSippy
*can be done daily

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Follow any of the Collective Media Magic Bloggers’ sites!
3 Princes and a Princess 2, Closer to Lucy, Have Sippy Will Travel, and The Thrifty Things. You can Follow GFC, Twitter, or Facebook- each is worth an entry.

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)
-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Stumble it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)

OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: I received this product for review from the sponsor. All opinions are mine, yours may differ. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Open to US shipping addresses only. Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above. Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends Oct 12, 2011.

Filed Under: giveaway, kids, review

Win Bob the Builder™: Super Scrambler DVD

September 24, 2011 by Samantha 102 Comments

Bob the Builder, always a favorite, has a cute new movie out! With his trusted team of friendly construction trucks, and of course Wendy, Bob and the gang are ready to get to work on any job, big or small. They are always happy to help, and teach kids to be good friends, nice to each other, and help others when they can.

Can we build it? YES WE CAN! Of course you can! As long as you work hard and try your best, you can do anything- especially if you have great friends to help you out.

PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

Bob the Builder^™ and his machine team lay a foundation for super-sized adventures in the all-new Bob the Builder^™: Super Scrambler coming to DVD, Digital Download and On Demand August 16, 2011 from Lionsgate and HIT Entertainment. With the super power of tools, teamwork and tons of fun, Bob, Scrambler, Scratch, Roley, Wendy and the rest of the Can-Do Crew show even the youngest of construction workers that the Fun is in Getting It Done!

DVD SYNOPSIS

It’s super-sized fun in four exciting adventures! Scrambler wants to be a Super-Smasher hero while he builds Farmer Pickles’ milk shed. He works alongside the whole Can-Do crew to get the job done! Wendy, Travis and Muck show the team there’s more to strength than lifting heavy blocks and that following instructions is always important. Bob and his crew finish the job with the super power of tools and teamwork!

Episodes:

· “Travis’ New Garage”

· “Scratch and the Dream Home”

· “Super Scrambler”

· “Roley and the Fox”

DVD BONUS FEATURES

· “I Love Rockin” music video

· “High Tide for Lofty” bonus episode (Digital Only)

· “Roley’s Rovers” bonus episode (Digital Only)

One of you will win this adorable DVD- Here is how to enter!!!

Mandatory entry
You must be a public follower on Google Friend Connect.
Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win. In your comment, please.

Extra Entries
Leave a separate comment for each entry.

– Like HIT Entertainment on Facebook. Feel free to tell them Have Sippy Will Travel sent you! This entry is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.

-“Like” me on Facebook -feel free to give me some comment love! 🙂 This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.
+2 entries

-Subscribe to Have Sippy Will Travel by email, and confirm subscription or via RSS
+3 entries

– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
#Win #Kids #DVD- Bob The Builder- Super Scrambler http://tinyurl.com/3b23qxe #movie @HaveSippy
*can be done daily

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)
-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Stumble it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)

Filed Under: giveaway, kids, movie

Anytime Costumes-Review and #Contest Get Ready for Halloween

September 24, 2011 by Samantha 409 Comments

I just LOVE Anytime Costumes! The customer service is fantastic, the costumes are really great (I personally have yet to see even the slightest snag in any of them, and my last winner emailed me raving about how wonderful her Cinderella costume is!) and take the abuse that kids dish out, and they come super fast. After you place your order, you get a confirmation email, and then a shipping confirmation as well. I love that! Before you know it, your costume will be at your door. And if you order now, you will be sure to get the costume you (and more importantly, your little ones!) covet for Halloween. We all know what happens if you wait too long!

You get to the costume store or try to order it- only to find out that it is totally sold out, and you are stuck with the generic princess or cowboy or something totally lame-o. My thoughts? Don’t wait! If you know what your kid(s) want now, order now. No need for a disappointed buggar on the coolest holiday ever! 😛

The last costume we ordered I brought to the Pre-K for the boys to use as dress-up/pretend play clothes. They are still loving the Green Lantern outfit! It is so hard to find boys dress up. For girls, it’s easy, but not so much for boys- they want to be superheros, policemen, and firemen- and besides a few awful, and easy to break plastic hats there is never any variety. I was so happy to bring them some costumes! 🙂
(The name says it all- Anytime Costumes- great for dress-up play year round!)

I got a costume for me to use- I wanted one that I can use for the Pre-K party. Nothing revealing or skimpy, and mommas, you know how hard that can be to find. My advice to any plus sized or large breasted women in particular is to ALWAYS order online. It is the best way to get what you want, at a good price, where you won’t end up looking trashy or like you are wearing a bag. You can still look good- with the variety available online at Anytime Costumes, you will be THRILLED and bookmark the site for use again and again.

For me, I have the issue (and always have, ugh) of having a large chest, and it pulls the costume up, making skirts shorter and the tops pull and look funny. I always order plus sized, and it works out well. Can I do that in some costume store? No, I wind up with some off-the-rack, cheap, whatever-I-can find thing. But why settle? Now that I know about online shopping and Anytime Costumes, I will never, ever settle for store shopping again. (Plus I don’t have to leave the house- BONUS!)

You can buy all your accessories, makeup, and trick-or-treating carry-alls as well- how easy is that? (AND the price is right, too!)
Make sure that you check them out here, and place [Read more…]

Filed Under: giveaway, review Tagged With: Anytime Costumes, Anytime Costumes Review, dress up, dress up Costumes, Get Ready for Halloween, Halloween costumes, plus size Costumes, plus sized

#Win Disney DVD Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away! Contest

September 23, 2011 by Samantha 166 Comments

September 27th is the release of Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away! on DVD, from Disney Junior’s #1 series! Also, September 20th was the Disney Records’ album release of eighteen hook-filled songs from the Jake and the Never Land Pirates’ series.

A new soundtrack and DVD inspired by Disney Junior’s #1 series Jake and the Never Land Pirates, are planned to set sail this September with Walt Disney Records’ album release of eighteen hook-filled songs from the series on September 20 and The Walt Disney Studios “Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away!” DVD release featuring seven episodes from the series on September 27.

Jake and the Never Land Pirates is cable’s #1 series among Boys 2-5 and is on track to be Disney Channel’s #1 preschool series ever. It is the most co-viewed series among all Disney Junior and Nickelodeon series, with 47% of Moms watching with their preschooler. A music-filled interactive treasure hunt, the series introduces a crew of kid pirates – leader Jake and pals Izzy and Cubby – and follows their Never Land

adventures as they work to outwit two infamous characters, the one and only Captain Hook and Smee, from Disney’s classic “Peter Pan.” Every episode features the animated Sharky and Bones characters as they pop up throughout to perform original pirate ditties, and each episode concludes with a live action music video featuring The Never Land Pirate Band.

The album features a variety of songs that kids and parents can enjoy together. Songs include the kooky, comical “Hot Lava,” “Aw Coconuts,” “Pirate Password,” and the arrrghhh-rated “Talk Like a Pirate.” Some songs refer to popular characters in the show, such as “What’s Cookin’ Smee,” “Captain Hook (Is A Cranky Crook),” “Tick Tock Croc” and “Bucky’s Shanty.” Others capture the island spirit of Never Land, such as “Castaway on Pirate Island,” “Shipwreck Shuffle” and “Never Sky,” as well as the “Jake and the Never Land Pirates” theme song. All songs can be heard in episodes of the show.

Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away!, a DVD packed full with seven episodes from the series and two incredible bonus features including Yo Ho, You Want To Be A Pirate?, where Jake teaches viewers how to talk like a pirate, and Pirate Party With Pirate-oke, a collection of music videos performed by The Never Land Pirate Band that allow viewers to enjoy with or without the sing-along/karaoke-like feature.

For those of you who read my post about our Pre-School Pirate Party, you know that the kids loved it and that they had a great time with the DVD! The songs are really cute as well, and the kids had a great time dancing around, pretending to be pirates. (What kid wouldn’t?)

Retailing for the suggested price of $19.99 in the U.S. and $24.99 in Canada, the Jake and the Never Land Pirates: Yo Ho, Mateys Away! DVD also comes packaged with a bonus 7-track CD sampler and a pirate eye patch.

One of you will win this DVD, eyepatch, and CD sampler set of Jake and the Never Land Pirates. Want to win? Here is how to enter!

Mandatory entry

You must be a public follower on Google Friend Connect.
Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win. In your comment, please- along with which size you would prefer 🙂

Extra Entries
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– Like Disney Movies on Facebook- This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.

– Follow Disney on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway 🙂

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#Win Jake and the NeverLand Pirates Disney DVD #kids #Contest http://tinyurl.com/3mqlyg2 @Disney @HaveSippy

-“Like” me on Facebook -feel free to give me some comment love! 🙂 This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.
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+3 entries

– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
#Win Jake and the NeverLand Pirates Disney DVD #kids #Contest http://tinyurl.com/3mqlyg2 @Disney @HaveSippy

*can be done daily

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Follow any of the Collective Media Magic Fun for Fall event Bloggers’ sites!

3 Princes and a Princess 2, Closer to Lucy, Have Sippy Will Travel, and The Thrifty Things. You can Follow GFC, Twitter, or Facebook- each is worth an entry.

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)

-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Stumble it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)

– Add this to a giveaway linkey (except Online Sweepstakes!) +3 entries each

OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: I received the above product to facilitate this review. All opinions are mine, yours may differ. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Open to US shipping addresses only. Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above. Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends Oct. 10, 2011

Filed Under: disney, family, giveaway, kids, movie

Fun and Adorable New Pajamas for the Family- Review and Contest

September 20, 2011 by Samantha 329 Comments

Autumn is here, and that means that winter is coming- can you feel it? The weather has begun to change, and it is cooling down 🙂 Soon, we will have to pack away our shorts and tank tops for almost a whole year, and bust out the fleece and flannel! I have to say, it’s been so hot this summer that I am fully ready.

One of the best parts of fall (in my opinion) is that with cooler nights, brings snuggling in bed or on the couch in your PJ’s, under your favorite blanket, with some hot chocolate and maybe a movie. And I just found THE CUTEST pajama store! It’s called CrazyForBargains.com and it is so easy-breezy to shop at. I love, love, love the options, how user-friendly it is- and the prices are oh-so right. Your budget will for sure not be broken here, and that is coming from a teacher! (Hey- I love my job, but my salary? Not so much! LOL)

One more thing that I think you moms of especially boys will love- Crazy for Bargains has a whole lot of options for your little man. (For girls too- but shopping for boys can be a chore, since so many places don’t give you choices.) So many stores are boring to shop at for boys, they have no choices, and limited sizes. Variety is not going to be a problem here, that has to be my favorite thing about Crazy For Bargains. The hardest part will be choosing what you want! From Thomas to Mario, they have it all when it comes to pajamas for boys.

I dared to ask them to stay still so I could take a photo. Yep. Little strikes again, LOL

He didn’t stay still anyway, LOL- Oh well- at least Kamikaze was helpful! Trying, haha

Look at how cute my kids look in their new pajamas! These fun and inexpensive pajamas are adorable, and Kamikaze had to be yanked out of hers by force because the skirt of the nightdress was “super-spinny” (according to Kamikaze) and she was thinking she was a ballerina, LOL. But at some point, she did have to get dressed! 😛

They have PJ’s for the whole family– come on and take a look 🙂
In addition, one of you lucky ducks will win a $25 gift credit toward anything on the site.
Want to win? Here is how to enter!

Mandatory entry

You must be a public follower on Google Friend Connect.
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Extra Entries
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– Like Fun Sleepwear Pajamas on Facebook- This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.

– Follow them on twitter and tweet about this contest
#Win Fun and Adorable New Pajamas – great site for the whole family- Review and #Giveaway http://tinyurl.com/3gn7ucw @HaveSippy @pajamalady

-“Like” me on Facebook -feel free to give me some comment love! 🙂 This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.
+2 entries

-Subscribe to Have Sippy Will Travel by email, and confirm subscription or via RSS
+3 entries

– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
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*can be done daily

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Follow any of the Collective Media Magic Fun for Fall event Bloggers’ sites!

3 Princes and a Princess 2, Closer to Lucy, Have Sippy Will Travel, and The Thrifty Things. You can Follow GFC, Twitter, or Facebook- each is worth an entry.

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)

-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Share it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)

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Daddy’s Corner- Robots, Anyone? Review and Giveaway #CleverRobot #spon

September 19, 2011 by Samantha 412 Comments

Daddy here- since this is a mega-ultra-super serious man topic, I have taken it from my wife.
Now. I would like to talk to you about something serious for a moment. This serious topic is Robots. Robots are going to take over, and it is going to be soon. The next step in this evolution of our robo-overlords will come in the form of children’s toys. These toys are called Mechatars. Mechatars are/will be this season’s most wanted toy, thus invading living rooms and computers everywhere!
These crafty robots are not only remote controlled but are also members of a robust online gaming community. Your battles effect both your robots physical form as well as its digital form. This may be the only way to save humanity from the coming Armageddon.

Sorry I couldn’t help it these robots are so neat and have some very very smart features it is almost scary thinking about what they could do with just the spark of reason.
Mechatars are robot warriors that fight in both the physical world Earth, via a remote control and also online in the Mechaverse, via your computer, the internet and some cloud computing. The interesting part here which differentiates Mechatars from other toys lines with online components is they are connected. Your child will train their robot in the physical world then complete missions and battles in the online world. All the while transferring experience between the two and evolving and personalizing their robot as they progress. Upgrading and powering up your Mechatar is done in BOTH the physical world via purchasing of special weapon attachments as well as the digital world via leveling up and battles. Upgrades in either ‘world’ effects the other, seamless integration.

The Mechatars also interact with one another. I like toys that actually get kids to play together in real life, I feel there is not enough face to face interaction between people in general right now. It is nice to see a toy line which is so technologically advanced yet still sees the importance and fun of face to face play. I also like the responsibility the makers of Mechatars have taken in the digital world. They have a special note to parents about the product by mostly this note pertains to their children’s safety online. Nicely done Bossa Nova Robotics.

Here is some general product information for you-

Mechatars are a new, interactive play experience iLove Robots call “blended reality.” Brand-new and launching this fall, Mechatars combines the best of online gaming and RC robotic toys by connecting the physical world and online world through cloud computing.

Technology: Even young kids expect a high-level of tech sophistication and Mechatars meets them where they are playing (perfect for ages 6-12)

Two Worlds of Fun: Accept missions in the physical world to traverse the terrain and then continue to battle it out online using strategic tactics to earn points to upgrade your weapons across the Eight Elements in the Mechaverse

Value: Parents love the value of our affordable price point AND the significantly extended play

Availability: Mechatars is launching nationwide in Fall 2011 at stores like Target, Radio Shack, Amazon, Toys R’Us and iloveRobots.com (MSRP: $39.99)

You can save when buying one of your own with this coupon code- MECHMOM

One of Have Sippy Will Travel’s readers will will a Mechatar from iloveRobots

Mandatory entry

You must be a public follower on Google Friend Connect.
Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win.

In order for you to see the Mechatar line up, visitors to the site need to click on “play now” then “register” but no information needs to be submitted- please visit visit www.Mechatars.com and;

-Review the Mechatar lineup and think of the Mechatar that you would most like to have in your household +1 entry

-Leave a comment telling me which Mechatar they’d most like to win +1 entry

-“Like” me on Facebook -feel free to give me some comment love! 🙂 This is not mandatory, and Facebook is in no way sponsoring this giveaway.
+2 entries

-Subscribe to Have Sippy Will Travel by email, and confirm subscription or via RSS
+3 entries

– Follow me on Twitter ( or you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
#Win a Mechatar Robot! #Robots, Anyone? http://tinyurl.com/3c2uorp #CleverRobot #spon @HaveSippy

*can be done daily

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Follow any of the Collective Media Magic Fun for Fall event Bloggers’ sites!

3 Princes and a Princess 2, Closer to Lucy, Have Sippy Will Travel, and The Thrifty Things. You can Follow GFC, Twitter, or Facebook- each is worth an entry.

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)

-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!) *Can be done daily

– comment on a non-giveaway post

– Like this post on Facebook, Stumble it, or hit G+1 button (each is worth one entry)