Thursday, August 18, 2011

Barbie Pink 3-Story Dream Townhouse

Barbie Pink 3-Story Dream Townhouse
Barbie Pink 3-Story Dream Townhouse

Amazon.com Review

Be a part of Barbie's luxurious lifestyle in her new 3-Story Dream Townhouse. Designed for ages three and up, the Dream Townhouse stands over three feet tall and comes fully furnished -- including lights and sounds on each level! Your child will enjoy having role-playing adventures with Barbie and her friends in this fancy new townhouse.
At a Glance
    Ages: 3+ Requires:
  • 3 "AA" batteries (not included)
  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Adult assembly
What We Think

Fun factor:
Durability:
Ease of assembly:
Educational factor:
Novelty factor:

The Good: Great new Dream Townhouse for the Barbie lover in your home.

The Challenging: Many of the elevator parts are similar and can be confusing.

In a Nutshell: Fun, new Barbie dream home with plenty of lights, sounds, and activities.


The Dream Townhouse is over three feet in height and comes with over 55 pieces and accessories. View larger.

Real Sounds and Lights
Barbie's Dream Townhouse is decorated throughout in classic Barbie pink, with lifelike intricate details, lights, and sounds. With over 55 pieces and accessories, the house has five fully furnished, deluxe rooms with chandeliers, tiki lights, a fireplace, and a refrigerator that all light up. Sounds include Barbie "humming" in the shower, the kitchen timer, the doorbell, the fireplace crackling, or the toilet flushing.
Along with the realistic lights and sounds, the townhouse also features a pink, personal elevator -- which easily moves from floor to floor with a pull string, and an outdoor spa area with a whirlpool tub and light-up tiki lamps.
Besides the whirlpool, Barbie can entertain her friends by cooking something in the fully stocked kitchen, watching a movie on her pop-up flat-screen TV, or even just snuggling up by the warm, crackling fireplace.
Hours of Interactive, Role-playing Fun
Barbie's 3-Story Dream Townhouse is the play-set for the Barbie lover in your home. The townhouse provides a setting for interactive, role-playing adventures, and includes everything Barbie could need to entertain her guests, or have a quiet night at home by the fire. Your child will love pulling the elevator to each floor, filling up the whirlpool for pool parties, and playing with all of the realistic lights and sounds.
As a side note: While assembling the townhouse, be sure to follow the directions for the elevator carefully, since the parts look similar and could be confusing.
What's in the Box
House pieces, stickers, and over 55 pieces and accessories. (Batteries not included.)



Fall asleep in the luxurious master bedroom... View larger.


...or take a dip in the working jacuzzi. View larger.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Fisher-Price Lil' Zoomers Spinnin' Sounds Speedway

Fisher-Price Lil' Zoomers Spinnin' Sounds Speedway

Product Description
From the Manufacturer
Prepared, set, spin. Kid will love the put - & - take fun of placing chilled race cars on the ramp. They roll down & around on the swirling, light - up raceway, then, surprise. The spinning action sends each automobile out to the exit ramp & under the spinning flag. Or kid can pull the gearshift to start the fun. Zooming speedway sounds, lively music & flashing lights ramp up the excitement, with a winner every time. Requires four C batteries

by Yanti (Ind)
Educational:
May not appear educational ("abc/123, repeat, repeat..duh"), but shows plenty of fundamentals of physics ie: motion, friction, gravity, centrifugal force, inertia, action/reaction, colors, lights, and sounds. The lights and sounds are thrilling for him. Flipping the finish line flag will make a "zoom, beep beep" sound which makes him laugh. He will flip that around a bunch of times to listen to it, now its a tiny worn and will pop out of the holder (ball joint thing).

Sitting up Incentive:
My son was 8 months and not that interested in sitting up at the time they got this for him. One time he started playing with it, he desires to sit up to play. This is a great toy for that transition period. He is now beginning to crawl and this also gets him up on all fours to see the track spin around.

Overall:
Great toy for infant about to sit up or crawl. Observing the basics of physics.

What my son liked:
For him, he was not a lot interested in the cars spinning, but desired to watch the track spin and put his hand on it to see what was going on. He will repeatedly press down and let go and press down on the track, so I am positive the motor process will wear out finally. This ought to be expected when you buy it.

Sunday, August 7, 2011

Razor Dirt Quad Electric Four-Wheeled Off-Road Vehicle (Red)

Razor Dirt Quad Electric Four-Wheeled Off-Road Vehicle (Red)
The Razor Dirt Quad is a miniature electric off-road quad. Authentic dirt quad frame geometry. High torque gear ration provide excellent climbing capabilities. Terrain tracing droop-travel rear suspension for a smooth ride. Shatter resistant plastic fairings and powder coated tubular steel frame for all weather splash-proof durability. Variable speed, chain driven motor for tremendous quiet, yet powerful operation. Space-saving vertical storage capability.
by Amazone
Key Features:

Kick up a fuss with the Razor Dirt Quad, a miniature electric off-road quad that is ideal for trail riding. The compact vehicle--which supports up to 120 pounds--offers such features as authentic dirt quad frame geometry, a high-torque gear ratio that provides excellent climbing opportunities, a terrain-tracing droop-travel rear suspension that delivers a smooth ride, shatter-resistant plastic fairings, and a powder-coated tubular steel frame that is long lasting in all climatic conditions. Best of all, the variable-speed, chain-driven motor is both tremendous calm and powerful, helping you zip up the trail in a rush without disturbing the locals. As a bonus, the Dirt Quad can store either horizontally or vertically depending on your space.

 - Powered by a 350-watt motor
 - Reaches speeds up to ten miles per hour
 - High-torque drive train with built-in torque reducer produces brilliant off-road and climbing capabilities
  -Constructed from shatter-resistant plastic fairings on a powder-coated tubular steel frame
  -UL listed; requires 6-volt rechargeable battery and charger, included
  -Eight hour charge time provides 40 minutes of riding time
  -Terrain-following droop travel rear suspension
  -Handlebar steering with hand throttle and brake controls
  -Large pneumatic tires
  -Rear disc brake, padded stool and front "brush bar"
  -Rear over handle and safety flag
  -Dimensions: 50 inches long by 30 inches wide by twenty inches tall
  -Maximum user weight capacity: 120 pounds

Saturday, July 30, 2011

Kettler Cat Front Loader and Backhoe

WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.
Kettler Cat Front Loader and Backhoe
Does your kid love to dig in the yard? Well put away the shovels and put on the hardhat--the Kettler Cat front loader and backhoe is prepared to do the heavy lifting. The mini-Cat looks ike the actual thing, but is small to slot in a massive sandbox (though it is best suited for a slightly larger area, like the beach). One time seated, your kid can use the levers to operate the fully functional front loader, letting him or her scoop up massive chunks of sand, dirt, or snow. Or he/she can hop on the back finish and take the back hoe digger--with its stabilizer foot--for a spin. And the mini-Cat is no slouch when it comes to getting around, with a fully enclosed chain drive technique and oversized resin tires with long-lasting rubberized tread strips. Built with high-impact resin and featuring an adjustable chair, the Cat front loader/backhoe measures 65 by 30 by 21 inches (W x H x D) and is backed by a three-year residential warranty (one-year institutional).

Wednesday, July 27, 2011

Tot Tutors Toy Organizer Storage Bins, Pastel

Tot Tutors Toy Organizer Storage Bins, PastelDe-clutter the play area or a childâs bedroom with this bright and playful toy organizer from the parents at Tot Tutors. Unlike a traditional toy box, the organizerâs bins separate the dolls from the blocks and the blocks from stuffies, while the rackâs angled shelving presents all 12 bins without delay so access is simple for both toddlers and parents. The organizerâs bins come in a variety of cheerful pastel hues and are simple to lift in and out, making cleanup and toy transportation convenient. Built of solid wood materials, the rack features a sturdy wide base as well as handhold cutouts for comfortably lifting and transporting the whole unit. Fully assembled, it stands 34 inches tall by 31 inches wide by 11 inches deep. Empty of toys, it weighs 21 pounds. Recommended for babies or older, the organizer comes with a total of eight square and rectangular bins. Some assembly is necessary.
 
WARNING:CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Thursday, July 14, 2011

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table

Fisher-Price Laugh & Learn Fun with Friends Musical Table
   by Adriana S
I am liking that it's a few different settings that include ABCs, music, an interactive actual life sounds and French with English translation. My only complaint about it is that it doesn't have a volume control like so plenty of Fisher Cost toys have!! However, I haven't been bothered by it, as the songs are not long and are actually cute. I find myself singing along with them often.

My son is 11 months elderly and received this toy as a gift. They LOVES it! It's a lot to entertain him with, and they loves flipping the computer open and shut. They laughs every single time.

I would definitely recommend this toy, it is great.

I am liking that the ABC setting includes numbers, . Each individual number can be pressed on the phone. My son also has the Leap Frog Learn and Groove Musical Table, but it doesn't have lots of the different features this table has.

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Playhut Beauty Boutique Play Hut

Playhut Beauty Boutique Play Hut
So when he unwrapped it at her party they opened it up & sure it popped in to place & it's plastic rods that reinforce it so it stays taut. Then the third rod serves as a hinge on the door so it swings open & shut. There is as well as a tiny plastic holder at the top of the door where you can insert a sign. They made that says " Carin's Playhouse." So cute! He loved it! It was such an ideal gift I decided to order another for my other cousin who is also turning! This item can basically be broke down & stored.

I was looking for something fun & different for my cousin's year birthday. I came across this & thought it would be a fun & different gift. I was one time worried about it for a few reasons one) will he use it? six) will it be in the way? But hen I read in the description that it was a "pop-up" playhouse. I have seen hampers that work in the same way so I thought this would be ideal! The relatives lives in their first (starter) home & didn't require the playhouse not be used because it was massive or in the way.

I will be ordering this product again next time I have a toddler's birthday celebration to go to! For the cost, the product, & how much they enjoyed it, it is ideal!