Now I haven’t actually put my hands on one of these but I
think they are pretty cute and perfect to slide
inside of an Easter Basket.
think they are pretty cute and perfect to slide
inside of an Easter Basket.
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March 13, 2012 by 2 Comments
New HexBugs Scarab Review and Contest @HEXBUG
March 11, 2012 by 22 Comments
HexBugs are back and they brought a new friend- the Scarab. The Scarab is a six-legged, battery operated bug which has bug like behavior patterns and can flip itself over when upside down. Little Man thoroughly enjoys this one. It moves at a very quick pace, much quicker then the other HexBugs we have seen. Although it doesn’t seem as complex as the larva, the Scarab is still quite interesting and a very smart robot.
It will skitter and run around, and when met with an obstacle it moves with such speed it actually bounces about and [Read more…]
Freckleface Strawberry The Musical
March 10, 2012 by 12 Comments
The adorable, best selling children’s book Freckleface Strawberry by actress Julianne Moore has been adapted into a 70-minute musical. The high-energy, family friendly hit can be seen at the off Broadway theater MMAC (Manhattan Movement and Arts Center), located at 248 West 60th Street.
Freckleface Strawberry the Musical has music and lyrics by Gary Kupper, book by Gary
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Stimulate Your Kid’s Mind with CookieCoo Dancing Star
March 8, 2012 by 16 Comments
One of the best educational games that you can teach your child on how to use correctly is the CookieCoo Dancing Star. This gaming application is best described as a rhythm game where it teaches your kid how to use their eyes, ears and hands at the same time while following the beat of the music. Teaching your child coordination while at a young age can help them a lot especially during their developmental stage. However, sticking with conventional tools such as bricks and other toys may just bore them silly. What you need is to introduce a bit of music and quirky characters that not only help stimulate their eyes and ears but also stimulate their brain to function easily which is exactly what you can get out of CookieCoo Dancing Star.
Imagine a digital game that is packed with strong visual representations of various kooky characters that kids can’t help but love as well as jolly tunes that they can sing and dance to all rolled into one. Add to this concoction different types of instruments that your kids need to tap in time with the musical note falling on the instrument. The combination of beat, rhythm and profusion of colors, sounds and visual graphics will certainly stimulate your kids’ minds as [Read more…]
Pound Puppies DVD GlVEAWAY
March 7, 2012 by 1 Comment
Released just yesterday, Pound Puppies have been re-created for today’s kids. POUND PUPPIES: Homeward Pound releases on DVD! Catch Lucky, Squirt, Cookie and the entire Shelter 17 gang as they find homes for wayward canine cuties. There’s 5 puppy-rific episodes and a Learn to Draw Lucky bonus feature to engage a preschool audience.
What happened to Cooler, Bight Eyes, and those loveable pups from the 80’s? I’d like to think they all got adopted, LOL. I have not seen the DVD yet, it just got here yesterday. But I did see an episode on the Hb network with Little Man, and it’s cute and lets kids know- shelter dogs need love, too!
The Pound Puppies are a team of fearless dogs whose sworn mission is to [Read more…]
How to Reduce Sibling Rivalry
March 7, 2012 by 9 Comments
Your children may share the same DNA; they may even look a lot alike. This doesn’t change the fact that they are still individuals with their own opinions and insights. This means that there are going to be times when they won’t see eye-to-eye, when there will be disagreements. Traditionally, these instances are called, “sibling rivalries”.
If you’re looking for a book on how to prevent them from ever happening, good luck. The truth is that at some point, your kids will encounter conflict with one another. However, if you desire some tips on how to reduce the amount or level of conflicts that occur, there’s some good information included below.
Encourage their individuality. If you’ve ever been the mediator of a conflict, you may notice that while there may be an actual issue that needs to be discussed, the greater challenge is in getting both individuals to accept the other person’s communication style. One may be vocal while the other is completely non-confrontational. One may be expressive while the other is passive. Usually differences aren’t wrong or bad, they’re just, well, different. In a parent’s job description, “mediator” comes with the title. Don’t make one child feel like they have to express their needs or concerns like the other one does. Let them know that they’re OK just the way that they are and that their feelings (and expression of them) should be equally respected at all times.
Provide them with the right tools. If there’s a 3 and 5-year-old fighting over a toy in their bedroom, screaming out “Stop all of that yelling!” may make you feel better, but it doesn’t really teach them anything. They’re fighting for the toy because they don’t know how to get it any other way. Go to them and speak about the importance of not just taking turns, but awaiting their turn too. Let them know that there are alternatives to having that particular toy and that while they wait, they can use those other options. Of course, you’ll have to say all of this on a level that preschoolers understand and they probably won’t “get it” on the first try, but if they learn how to argue well as children, it will definitely make adult life a lot easier.
Try not to take sides. This one is a bit tricky because obviously if one child hits another, then it’s [Read more…]
Grenadilla- A Fun and Funky Kids CD
March 6, 2012 by 19 Comments
Grenadilla is a new group formed by Debbie Lan. Grenadilla is a 6 person kwela based music ensemble. Kwela hails from Sough Africa and is upbeat, joyful and bubbly.
This music is perfect for families. It is happy and upbeat but not too childish where the music is irritatingly repetitive. Kwela is unlike the pop or rock based family music CDs out there, it has a worldly feel that is upbeat and fun.
Coming out on March 6th is Grenadilla’s second album, Can’t Wait. The music is of the same style as their previous release, with songs like Sunday Afternoon, and I like to Walk the songs are perfect for families and will get everyone humming along. Even if you aren’t a big fan of international music, this album is still fun.
Exposing children to a wide range of music of all genres, starting at young age is tremendously important and will help them develop a sense of culture and awareness that [Read more…]
Farmer Jason & High Dive- Cute Kids CDs
March 5, 2012 by 8 Comments
Ready for some new CD’s?
First up is Farmer Jason and Buddies Nature James. Farmer Jason is a stage name which Jason Ringenburg has picked up to release some of his more child friendly albums. Mr Ringenburg is most well known for his alt-country and modern Americana music in the band, Jason and the Scorchers. This new character is all about farming. nature and getting outside and enjoying yourself.
In his previous albums Farmer Jason had quite a bit of country music But his most recent release, Nature Jams, has a more diverse menu to choose from. There are rockabillie tracks, country, even a Celtic and a blues track. You would be hard pressed to not find at least one song on here you enjoy listening to. We try to get the kids at culturally aware as possible, and that includes all kind of music.
This cd can introduce littles ones or parents to new genres and new artists to look into. Speaking of new artists the ‘Buddies’ Farmer Jason brought with him for the album are something to listen to, they include: Mike Mills from R.E.M., The Saw Doctors, Steve Gorman from the Black Crowes, Tom Petterson from Cheap Trick and even Hank Williams III and Tommy Ramone. For that fact alone this album is worth a listen.
Track List:
1. Nature Jams
2. Can You Canoe
3. Take A Hike
4. Well [Read more…]
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