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Nerf Stampede

Generations of children have by now enjoyed the fun of playing with Nerf brand toys.  These wonderful versions of real life items have made indoor play so much more fun than it ever was before by being Mom and furniture friendly, while posing virtually no risk of injury to users or innocent bystanders.

The Nerf brand has been regularly updated with impressive new creations since the days of simple Nerf balls.  Some time ago, Nerf introduced their first dart firing weapons.  The idea has been very successful, and the good folks at Nerf have responded by updating and upgrading their offerings in that field.

One of their latest offerings is the Nerf Stampede.  This gem of a toy weapon has the ability to launch up to three harmless Nerf darts per second in fully automatic mode, but can also be fired in semi-automatic mode with one dart fired per pull of the trigger.

The ammo is fed into the gun by means of three eighteen round clips and one six round clip, allowing for up to sixty shots before having to reload the clips.  The Nerf Stampede will allow young warriors to launch a barrage of fire power to overwhelm their opponents up to thirty feet away.  It comes with a bi-pod to allow the front of the weapon to be self-supporting so that the user can sit or lay behind it and concentrate on aiming.

Prior Nerf weapons have occasionally been prone to jamming during the process of feeding ammunition into the firing chamber.  Nerf engineers have virtually eliminated this problem in their design of the Nerf Stampede.  User reviews indicate great satisfaction with the gun's operation.

This unit requires six D cell batteries to be used, so if you intend to buy one of them, don't forget the batteries.  It will make a wonderful gift for a child in the eight and up age range.

 

This is a very cool gift idea for kids (and parents) who love to shoot. If you have been frustrated by shooting toys that constantly jam or only hold a small number of darts, the Nerf Stampede might be the solution you are looking for.

Nerf N-Strike Stampede ECS

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Nerf does a good job of providing quality. If you have ever purchased bargain brand shooting toys, it is likely you've experienced the disappointment of poor performance (I have). The Nerf Stampede costs more than some other units, but it is worth it to have a toy that functions like this one does. A very cool feature of the Nerf Stampede is the front shield that can actually be seen through. You are protected while still being able to aim and shoot. Be sure to check out the customer review tab below for more details on the Nerf Stampede. You can also get a look at the Stampede in action by clicking on the video tab.

If you are buying this toy, don't forget the batteries! It takes 6 "D" cells.
Below you will find additional details and customer reviews of the Nerf Stampede. I'm also including links where you can find more information about other popular Nerf Blasters.

 

Nerf N-Strike Vulcan EBF-25 Blaster - Yellow

 

Nerf N-Strike Raider Rapid Fire CS-35 Dart Blaster

 

Nerf N-Strike Longstrike CS-6 Dart Blaster

 

Monster High Dolls Draculaura Doll

Someone finally realized that not every child or doll collector is only interested in princess dolls. Monster High Dolls are definitely made for people who like things that are just a little bit different. The doll shown is Draculaura. She has a cool and trendy look, but she also has a pet bat! I don't know if Barbie would want to hang out with her or not. There are other Monster High figures available as well. You can see some of them by clicking on the "Similar Items" tab below.

These dolls are extremely popular right now and many people are turning to Amazon because they cannot find them locally. Potential collectors might want to note that this doll does receive some great reviews, but there does seem to be an issue with the legs popping loose if the doll is handled too roughly. The instructions say that the arms are supposed to pop off and then go back into place. Check the reviews below for details, but you probably don't want to throw Draculaura and friends into the wrestling ring with Barbie anytime soon.

There are several dolls available in the Monster High collection. Below are a few of the more popular ones.

Monster High Draculaura Doll

Monster High Spectra Vondergeist Doll With Pet Ferret And Rhuen

Monster High Lagoona Blue Doll and Neptuna Pet Piranha

Monster High Frankie Stein Doll

Monster High Cleo De Nile and Deuce Gorgon Giftset

Monster High Clawdeen Wolf Doll

Wookiee Catamaran LEGO Star Wars

I've got to admit, I love playing with just about anything LEGO. Back before there was much in the way of specialized LEGO models and kits related to anything specific, I would spend hours building all sorts of vehicles, buildings, and other creations. As far as Lego fans go, I was pretty low maintenance. I remember finding boxes of Lego blocks for sale at a local yard sale and feeling like it was Christmas because my Dad bought them for me. I honestly never thought about getting into any specific kits or models. I just loved imagining things and then trying to build them.

Today there are a lot more options than there were when I was growing up. Some of the most popular and amazing LEGO products available today are models and kits related to Star Wars. Of course I can also still remember the original release of the Star Wars movies back in the 1970s, so I guess it is pretty normal that things would have changed a bit.

The LEGO Star Wars Wookie Catamaran is one such product. It isn't cheap, but it has been very well received by its fans. This is not something that most very young children will be able to handle putting together by themselves, so if you are buying for a young LEGO fan, you should either be willing to help or pretty sure that they are capable of putting together something that is a little bit more involved.

It also should be noted that this is primarily a model, so if you have plans of running through the house with it, you might want to slow down a bit in the turns or you might risk losing a wing!

Please click below to read the mostly glowing user reviews for the Wookiee Catamaran. Some related products are also shown below for comparison.

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LEGO Star Wars Wookiee Attack

 

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It is hard to go wrong with Lego products. Most kids really seem to love playing with them, it is just a matter of how serious they are about their building. They make a great gift idea especially since their are different sizes available for different ages.

Crayola Glow Station Draw With Light Toy

Looking for a gift idea for a child who loves to draw? Well, most kids enjoy drawing pictures on just about anything, but they will really get a kick out of drawing with light stencils.

The Crayola Glow Station won the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Platinum Best Toy Award in 2009. Nope, I've never heard of it either, but that should tell you that it has a bit of clout in the toy community.

If you are looking for something to encourage a child to develop their fine motor skills, drawing is a good way to go. The kids love it and they just see it as a new and interesting way to play.

If you are an adult who loves to play with your children, you might also find yourself attracted to this toy. Let's face it, this is a really cool idea and it is a little bit surprising that no one came out with something similar a lot sooner than this. Kids having sleepovers will love showing this toy off to their friends.

If you look below, you will see that there are now several variations on the Glow Station theme. Of course that's to be expected when a product really catches on and keeps people entertained. All of the products shown below are available through Amazon. Click on any product to check any current discounts or other details.

Crayola Glow Station Day & Night

Crayola Glow Station can create with Light!

Crayola Glow Station - On-the-Go

Crayola Color Explosion Glow Board

Crayola Glow Dome

Crayola Glow Explosion Spin Magic

Crayola Glow Station On the Go Day & Night

Crayola Toy Story Glow Board

Crayola Glow Explosion Markers and Paper

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Wooden Sandwich-Making Set|Melissa & Doug

Kids love to play with pretend food and act like they are running their own restaurant. If you have kids, you have probably eaten in a make believe diner many times.

It's funny how sometimes the toys and games that don't really cost all that much can end up being a child's favorite gift. Kids are familiar with food and they really get a kick out of this sturdy wooden sandwich making set from Melissa & Doug. A very cool feature of this play set is that the wooden food items actually "crunch" when children use the wooden knife that is included to "cut" things.

Melissa & Doug Wooden Sandwich-Making Set
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This Sandwich-Making Wooden Play Set includes colorful likenesses of meaty cold cuts, garden vegetables and fresh bread. The entire pieces feature Velcro inserts, so keeping sandwich creations together is no problem. A play wooden knife rounds out the collection. The kit comes packaged in a 12" X 10" wooden crate. Also, it includes 18 mix-and-match pieces total.

Tomica Mega Station Hypercity Set

If you are looking for a good Christmas present for the youngsters in your life, then you may want to check out the Tomica Mega Station Hypercity Set. Simply put, it is a giant train and car track that kids love to play with! Young children can watch the cars drive around, or stop off at the convenience store. The cars can travel up the ramp and wait while the train passes by. The Hypercity Mega Station has lights and sounds and a fun to watch, fully automated station.

This set is looking like it might be one of the harder to find toys this year. If so, expect them to fly off of store shelves once the holiday shopping season kicks into full gear. Chances are, if you are looking online, the Mega Station Hypercity may already be selling out in your area. Once this happens, two of your best bets for getting your hands on hard to find toys are Amazon and eBay. Here is a link to check for the Tomica Mega Station Hypercity Set on Amazon.

If the set is already sold out on Amazon, it is often available for sale on eBay. Be warned that sometimes prices on popular toys can skyrocket as demand surges and things get scarce. You can look right here to see if any are currently listed:

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If you have been searching for great toy ideas, you don't want to miss this one. The Mega Station Hypercity Set by Tomy is rated among the top toys for 2010. Tomy has traditionally rated highly in the classification of toys most sought after for the Christmas holiday season, so don't wait too long to grab it, or it might be sold out.

The Tomica Mega Station Hypercity Set comes complete with train station, train, railway tracks, pavement, as well as convenience store. In addition there are a couple of cars plus a Tomika figure included. The set does require four C sized batteries which are not included.

Tomica Mega Station Hypercity Set
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Giant track layout with lights and sounds and a never before seen fully automated station. Watch as the cars travel up the ramp and stop to let the train go through! complete with rail road, pavement, train, station, convenience store, 2 cars and a Tomika figure. Requires 4 x C batteries (not supplied). For ages 4 years and over. By Tomy.
A must have toy this Christmas!

This fully automated train set imitates real life train traffic patterns. The train has got the right of way. Automobiles have to yield at the train crossing as the train pulls into the terminal. The train automatically stops, making it possible for passengers to disembark or get on. After the people have gotten on or off the train, it then resumes its journey, and automobile traffic automatically starts to proceed once more.

Young children have the option to switch the station into manual mode thereby allowing them to control the movements of the train and the cars independently. You will find options to outfit the city with trees and shrubs, lamp posts, paved roads, parking spaces along with a convenience store. There is also a Tomika figure to work the counter of the store.

Spongebob SquarePants Toys

Knowing your kids and their favorite characters can help you to select the best toys for a surprise birthday part. Every kid knows when their birthday is coming up, but the fun of planning a party is in choosing gifts that incorporate their favorite cartoon characters into games that they enjoy. Playing the classic operation game can be a lot of fun, but themed games are a lot more enjoyable because of additional humor that they offer. With spongebob squarepants toys, you will be able to find classic board games that have been recreated to fit the characters that your children love most. If your child watches this television show, you will find that many of the toys available here are designed to enhance the enjoyment that they get when watching the show. Since these toys are the perfect fit for any fan of the show, they will always find time to play with these products without ever missing an episode.

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Some of the most popular spongebob squarepants toys include plush dolls and Lego sets, these help your child to use their mind while recreating scenes for the television show. Games and Toys Online can be much cheaper than the ones that you find in a store, this will give you access to more toys that are designed with this character in mind. Choosing toys that include some of the most popular characters is one way that you can encourage your children to be more creative and use their brain to solve problems. Many of these toys are educational in nature, they will allow your children to experience the benefits of using their brain on a frequent basis and this will help to encourage healthy development. It is also possible to sort through toys that are on clearance and discounted right now.

The Must Have Toy For 2010

Sing a Ma JigsThe sing a ma jigs are here and they are going to be very popular this year. If you want to buy sing a ma jig toys and ensure that you get them for a reasonable price then it may well be worth doing so sooner rather than later.

If anyone tried to find a zhu zhu pet last Christmas then they will remember the price that they rose to and this meant that  many could not afford to buy them. Hopefully this will not happen with the sing a ma jigs but we never know. Every few years toys come along that become so popular that nearly every child has to have one and these little toys really do seem like they are going to be the next big thing. So what exactly are they?

The sing a ma jig toys are available in a number of colors and they all have a slightly different pitch. When pressed they can chatter away in their own language as well as sing a song. We can speed up the singing or just let them sing at their normal speed. We will also find that their mouths open and close to each word and the kids seem to absolutely love this about them. But what is really amazing is what happens when we put a few of them together.

When put in a group they will all sing at exactly the same time and they also harmonize perfectly. Each and every time they will sing together perfectly and this is really what makes them something quite different and why they are going to be very popular this year.

The Sing-A-Ma-Jigs- Dark Purple

If you do want something a little different for the kids then get a sing a ma jig toy, they are going to be very popular so get in early to ensure you do not have to pay a high price as they become harder to find.

Fisher-Price Sing-A-Ma-Jigs - Yellow

 

Fisher-Price Sing-A-Ma-Jigs - Pink

In the valley of the rainbows the Sing-a-ma-jigs live and play and work their special magic when they start to sing each day. They sing to make us happy...

Fisher-Price Sing-A-Ma-Jigs - Teal

 

Fisher-Price Sing-A-Ma-Jigs - Red

 

Wooden and Plastic Playhouses – How Much Do They Cost?

Plastic PlayhousePerhaps you are thinking about building your child a playhouse in your garden. If so have you thought about whether you want one made of wood or plastic? You can actually find both that are kiddie safe, where your child can have fun and let their imagination take them off into fantasy land. But each material has different benefits that you might want to bear in mind.

Buying a playhouse made of wood will make your child feel more grown up as it will seem like a real house. These miniature wooden cabins have real working doors and windows as well as mailboxes and internal fittings such as play sinks on certain models. Wooden playhouses are weather resistant so will survive extremes of weather for a lot longer. They are usually quite large so two or three kids could fit inside together and they will love this as it will give them their own independent space. These playhouses are great toys for boys and girls, are suitable for children aged 2-8 years and cost from $350 up to $5,000.

Moving onto plastic playhouses these tend to look more like toys and often come with extras such as slides. Internally they can be kitted out similarly to the wooden playhouses but the range includes playhouses with specific purposes in mind. For example you can get a Nature Station playhouse for nature lovers. It has a shelf for inspecting flowers and bugs and a kit for finding things to catalogue. There is also a Neat & Tidy Cottage which comes with a molded-in kitchen table with faucet, burner and two seats. Again these playhouses fit two to three kids but are suited to younger children between 3 and 5 years old. Costs vary but are typically cheaper starting at $200 with more expensive models reaching $700.

When deciding on which playhouse to choose from the quite extensive range, consider what would best suit your child’s personality. If they want to set up a pretend home, the wooden toy options will be best whereas if they just want to have fun, one of the plastic range offers a cheaper alternative.

Some Really Cool Wii Remote Accessories

Wii Remote Accessories

One of the more popular accessory packages is the 8 in 1 Accessory Sports Pack for Nintendo Wii Remote Controllers

If you have a Nintendo Wii, you probably love it and are using it all of the time.  The problem is, your Wii looks just like everyone else's Wii.  But, you can change all of that, and begin customizing your Wii by buying one of the many Wii remote accessories that are available from third-party accessory makers.

If you are into racing games, then getting a Wii racing wheel may be just want you need to add even more realism to your gaming experiences.  While the Wii remote can be used as a steering wheel itself, having an actual wheel in your hand will help you to better gauge exactly how much you need to turn the wheel to get #1 in all of your races.

If you are into the Wii Sports games and have friends over for competitions, then why not considering getting Wii Sports accessories.  These accessories go alongside the games that come with the Wii in the Wii Sports package.  You can get a golf club, boxing gloves, a baseball bat, a bowling ball, and a tennis racket so you can add some more realistic experiences to your gaming competitions.

Wii guns are also a very cool accessory that add realism to your gaming experience.  For all of the shooting games that are on the Wii (like Call of Duty: World at War, Resident Evil 4, and Cabellas Big Game Hunting) you can buy different guns to put the remote into to playing shooting games with.

If you need more battery life because you are playing the Wii too much, then why not get a rechargeable battery pack for each of your Wii remotes.  That way, you can just charge them at night so they are ready to go in the morning for a full day of gaming goodness.

Bob The Builder Toys & Games

Bob the Builder

There are all kinds of Bob the Builder items available for young collectors!

Bob the Builder and friends work together in their TV show on many building projects.  Airing in over 240 countries, the invaluable lessons Bob and his friends teach include working together and problem solving and having fun doing it.  With the show remaining so popular, you can find any Bob the Builder toy at just about any store.

Almost all toys, games, puzzles, and retail sportswear are for children ages two and older.  Along with characters and clothing, you can find Bob the Builder and his friends toys in retail stores or at their official web site.  Party supplies for that special birthday or party are found as well as bath soap in the shape of Bob and other characters, t-shirts, sweatshirts and holiday gifts.

Die-cast Bob the Builder himself and associated characters enable kids to recreate the kinship they see on TV.  Lofty the crane, Scrambler the ATV, Muck the Dump Truck and all the other friends can be purchased for between $4.99 and $12.00, depending on the character.  These Die-cast figures of Bob the Builders friends will entertain your child for hours and you can collect the whole set.

The Bob the Builder Activity Bench will give your toddler hours of creating, building and remodeling as they drill, hammer, saw and use screwdrivers to fix many things around the house. The activity bench set starts at $15.99.   Lego also has a construction set with Muck called Muck Can Do It.  The price for this set is around $29.99.

Bob the Builder learning workshop is an interactive game you and your child will love to play together.  It offers hours of fun that helps teach numbers, object identification, matching and spelling.  This electronic system actually has an LCD screen in the window.  The game has the child build things, following directions from Bob.

Bob the Builder learning adventures for the Smart Cycle is software that connects to your TV.  Kids drive and race their way through learning numbers, letters, and matching.  Much like their older friends or siblings, they achieve new levels as they complete learning sections.  The Smart Cycle is sold separately.

Bob the Builder games and jigsaw puzzles featuring popular characters can be found for all age groups and are inviting with their colorful pieces.  For the computer, there are many interactive arcade games available for free that can be found at the Bob the Builder web site.  There are also downloadable games that feature Bob and his friends. These provide hours of fun and lots of learning.

Bob the Builder is a great way for your child to learn peer interaction, teamwork, and individual learning challenges through games, toys and activities.  The age group that Bob the Builder toys are geared toward is two to six.  The toys and games are great for you and your child to spend quality time playing with.  Look on the internet for customer feedback about how much their children enjoyed these toys and games.

Cheap Toy Cars

racing_car_modelIs it somebody’s birthday and you are having trouble thinking of what to get for him or her? Is this person is young chap? If so then I do have the perfect idea and solution for you. Young children are never tired of great toys so perhaps you should think of some toys to buy to give them. If you are thinking of some best presents and gift ideas to get for your relatives or maybe friends or colleagues sons, daughters or even nieces and nephews, then I think I have just given you the best idea on what to get for them! And to add the icing to the cake, the prices of toys can vary from very low to very high so the thing is you need not buy them expensive toys and this can let you save some money. There are also toys for both girls and boys so you do not need to worry that you cannot find something that they like! So what is the best gift? Some cheap toys for kids of course! Have you ever heard kids sounding out the vroom vroom sounds? If you hear this sound frequently, either you drive a nasty fast speedster or your kids are just very into cool and cheap toy cars! So if the recipient of the gift is a young man, then the best toy you can give is a car toy. If it is a lady, I would not really recommend getting them barbie dolls because girls these days can be more sophisticated than that. During my time, barbie dolls seemed to be a very popular choice among girls but my sensing is that this is not so these days. So if the recipient of the gift is a girl, I would suggest getting some soft toys instead. You can get all these toys at cheap toys online.

LEGO Star Wars Republic Fighter Tank

Lego

Lego

There are two headings in the toy department that are perennially present in the aisles: Star Wars and LEGO. So, is it no surprise that the LEGO 7679 set is as stunningly popular as it is. Those that want to produce their own unique LEGO Star Wars collection would certainly want to add the LEGO 7679 to the list.

Specifically, the LEGO 7679 is a small scale reproduction of the Star Wars Republic Fighter Tank. When completed, this fighter is truly spectacular to look at. In many ways, it has a more authentic look than the many “ready made” toys for sale in retail shops.

Of course, there is more to the LEGO Star Wars Republic Fighter Tank 7679 that just looking at it. Building and constructing this Republic Fighter Tank is a lot of fun and can be a rewarding experience. There are many fine parts that go into building this LEGO set. Those up for the challenge will find the finished product quite appealing. Even experienced model builders may find the construction process a lot of fun.

Lego SW Republic Attack Shuttle 8019 Fighter Tank 7679
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This hover-tank is the Republic’s newest tank to add to it's army in the Clone Wars. Lot's if armor, two laser canons, a gunner seat that can be elevated, and flick-missile launchers, this tank can change the outcome of a battle.

There are two LEGO Clone Troopers as well.  These LEGO Star Wars figures are some of the best selling LEGO minifigs because fans loving building up their clone army to recreate scenes from the Star Wars films.  It is not unheard of for these particular mini figures to sell for as much as two dollars a piece.

Star Wars has brought many iconic toys and models to the public market. LEGO has also done the same over the years. The fusion of both in the form of the LEGO Star Wars Republic Fighter 7679 is definitely something avid collectors will enjoy.

Karaoke Machines for Kids

Kids Karaoke Machine

Kids Karaoke Machine

This is one of those items that might be nice for the child who has "almost" everything.  You can only play so many video games and a karaoke machine designed for kids might just spark a young prodigy into finding a hidden talent!  The one shown on the left is the Hannah Montana Karaoke Machine, which is available on Amazon.

Entertaining kids can be a tough task sometimes.  Finding entertainment for their parties can also be tough, but thankfully, karaoke machines for kids helps to break up the monotony of them running around, screaming all day.  With all of the different forms of entertainment, karaoke machines may have the biggest impact on your party, and could even lead to one or two of the children moving on to incredible singing careers.  Even if that doesn't happen though, you'll be thankful that you had the idea for a karaoke machine, just for the simple fact that you'll get to enjoy their party as well.

In order to make the most of your party though, there are a few things that you are going to have to keep in mind, before you go out and drop your hard earned money on a new karaoke machine.  First, you are going to have to make sure that you are buying one that your children can operate.  These machines can be incredibly difficult to use, and for the most part, unless you know what you are doing, it is easy to press enough buttons to make the karaoke machine sound funny, or not display the words.

After you have made sure that the karaoke machine you are looking to buy is suitable for kids use, you are going to have to make sure that you pick up some tunes that you know they listen to.  Knowing the words to sing along with is what karaoke is all about.  If your children don't know the words to the music, they won't have near as much fun.  You'll get to enjoy seeing them glow, from picking on each other for singing horribly, and may even find the next American Idol in your big group of party guests.

How Much Do You Know About Rubik’s Puzzles?

This is a guest post by Chloe from Ben 10 Toys And Games.

 

In the summer of 2009, Rubik released their latest mind bending puzzle onto toy shop shelves. It is called the Rubiks 360.  Tipped as a top Christmas toy it soon sold out. The popularity is similar to that found by its hugely successful predecessor the Rubik’s Cube. When it came onto the market about 30 years ago it sold faster than any other toy ever. In the current global economic crisis, a popular toy by a well respected toy brand should be top of your list when buying gifts. If it is, make sure you really know what you are buying by reading the following information on the Rubik games.

Rubik 360
Rubik may have started world puzzle domination with a cube but the latest toy is spherical. It comprises of six balls, each of a different colour, and three see-through spheres inside each other. To solve the puzzle you have to move the balls through some holes in the inside spheres and then make sure they end up in a matching coloured dome on the outside edge.

The main problem you will encounter when tackling the Rubic 360 is gravity. This is because the inside spheres have a weight on them, opposite to the hole where the balls are supposed to drop through. So whenever you twist and turn the sphere you find that the holes are pointing upwards and the balls are at the bottom. To ensure the puzzle is not impossible, the spheres rotate on different axes. This means that with some gentle coaxing and balance you should be able to guide the balls to their goal.

Rubik’s Cubes
Everyone has heard of the original 3x3 Rubik’s Cube but if you are after a popular puzzle but do not like the sound of the Rubik 360, why not have a look at the 4x4 Cube. Obviously it is bigger than the original Cube and as such is much harder to complete. There are more coloured squares to line up properly and the mechanism is more complex and less stable to manoeuvre. It is a step up from the 3x3 Cube and should not be tried until you are happy with completing the first one. The way to solve this bigger Cube has moved on because there is no longer a fixed square in the centre of each face to keep you anchored.

Hopefully this has given you a bit more information on the more recent Rubik’s puzzles so you can ensure you buy the right one for your gift recipient.

Who Has Elmo Tickle Hands?

Elmo's Tickle Hands

Elmo's Tickle Hands

There is no telling what will grab the attention of little kids.  I guess that is really true of anyone, but children can get captivated by some unusual stuff. One of the current "must have items" among the kid crowd is Elmo Tickle Hands.  If you are a parent, and your child wants these, you have probably heard all of the details that you need.  Will these go down as one of the all time classic toys?  Probably not.  Will your child want to hear about that?  Um, no.

A few years ago, we had Tickle Me Elmo.  There was a huge demand for Elmos and most kids wanted one.  I personally found one at WalMart, by chance.  It was kind of amusing.  I just happened to be there and thought I'd ask if they had any just for the heck of it.  This was right in the middle of the whole Elmo craze. When I asked the lady working there if they had any, she got a sort of glint in her eye and whispered for me to follow her.  She took me to a shelf a couple of aisles over and pointed to an Elmo doll that was stashed away behind some other, less coveted, toy.  I put it in my shopping cart, after thanking her, and she quickly started covering it in other merchandise.  She told me that I could tell the cashier not to ring that stuff up.  It was how they were handling the huge demand from desperate parents.  They actually were helping me to HIDE Elmo from other shoppers so I could get to the front of the store without getting mobbed!  It was nuts.

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One of this year's hot toys is also Elmo related.  Elmo Tickle Hands are supposed to be worn by children as they dance around to the music that comes from one of the "gloves".  The second glove does not contain the music "box".  It is a cute toy that little kids want.  Elmo Tickle Hands might still be available near you.  This is one of those items you can spend hours tracking down on the phone, calling from store to store.  I do that for about ten minutes before I end up online buying it from either Amazon or eBay.

Fisher-Price Elmo's Tickle Hands
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Put Elmo's Tickle Power in your child's hands! These big, furry, red Elmo hands (featuring Elmo's friendly face on one side) allow your kids to tickle & dance just like Elmo does! The gloves easily slide on to little hands and when Elmo's nose is pressed, the fun begins! When your child touches a surface to tickle, the hands start to vibrate & move allowing your child to feel like he can tickle just like Elmo! But that's not all! Touch Elmo's nose again and it's time to dance! Elmo will give instructions on how to do his brand new[Read More]

Twilight Barbie Dolls

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Twilight Edward Doll

In case you have been living under a rock for a while, you might want to peek out to see what is hot with the younger crowd today.  Twilight is extremely popular with not only younger females, but older ones as well.  There are probably quite a few boys who like the stories too, but they probably aren't quite as vocal about it.  Something very interesting has come out of the Twilight merchandising machine.  Would you believe Twilight Barbie Dolls?  Yes, there are some new dolls in town.  Barbie Twilight Edward and Barbie Twilight Bella Dolls are a couple of hot items this Christmas.

This holiday season, Twilight Barbie Dolls are really catching on with the younger crowd.  Collectors might be interested as well, because as popular as they are, the Twilight craze probably will not last forever.  A lot of people will be wanting to get at least one of these for their collection.  Barbie fans and Twilight fans will all be interested in getting their hands on these dolls.

The Barbie Twilight Bella Doll and the Barbie Twilight Edward Doll are both very popular.  They are available on Amazon as well as eBay, but you may have to check both to find them in stock as Christmas draws near and supplies start to dwindle.

Twilight Bella Doll

Twilight Bella Doll

If you have no experience with the book or film versions of Twilight, and your daughter is asking for Twilight related merchandise, you should probably at least get yourself a basic education on what the story is about.

The very short version goes something like this:  Bella is the nice, but not really popular girl who moves to a new town.  She meets the mysterious Edward and sparks fly.  The problem is, he is a vampire.  That makes for problems.  Want more?  You'll have to buy the book or watch the movies!

Some people have called it a modern take on Romeo and Juliette.  The whole forbidden love thing and all.  I'm not sure what Shakespeare would have to say about that, but people are buying plenty of books, tickets to movies, and other Twilight related merchandise.  If you walk down the hallway of any elementary or middle school, you are likely to pass at least ten or twenty girls wearing some type of Twilight clothing.

There are four Twilight books and two Twilight movies right now.  Hardcore fans have read or watched them all.  Don't worry.  There is still plenty of other Twilight merchandise to choose from this year!

Below you will find Twilight dolls listed on eBay.  Some are Barbie, but there are other versions of Twilight dolls available as well, including the very collectible Tonner line of dolls.  If you are a collector, check them out and see what you like best.

TWILIGHT SAGA ECLIPSE 115 DOLL BARBIE MATTEL VICTORIA
TWILIGHT SAGA ECLIPSE 115 DOLL BARBIE MATTEL VICTORIA
Paypal   US $37.99
Barbie Twilight Edward Cullen Pink Label Doll Toy NIP New
Barbie Twilight Edward Cullen Pink Label Doll Toy NIP New
Paypal   US $29.99
Barbie Collector Pink Label Twilight Doll Jacob
Barbie Collector Pink Label Twilight Doll Jacob
Paypal   US $14.98
Twilight Gala Barbie Doll
Twilight Gala Barbie Doll
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Wii Fit Plus and Other Wii Fit Games

When the Nintendo Wii came out, it got many people up off of the couch and actually getting a little bit of exercise when playing video games.  I bigtvknow my arm was sore after playing Wii Sports Baseball, pitching and swinging the bat.  But, that wasn't enough, and Nintendo did it again and revolutionized video game workouts with the Wii Fit.  The only exercise games before were games like Dance Dance Revolution, but the Wii Fit was directly aimed at fitness and exercise.  The best part was that other video game developers were able to come out with Wii Fit games that incorporated the balance board.  Some of these games coming out began to be better than the original Wii Fit game, so Nintendo had to do something to pull ahead.  Then came the Wii Fit Plus.

The Wii Fit Plus added onto the success of the original Wii Fit game by incorporating many of the same games and exercises that made people love it originally but then they added many more games and stuff for people to enjoy.  Here are some of the games that they added:  Snowball fight, Kung Fu, Marching Band, Skateboarding, Juggling, Cycling, and Segway Circuit.  There are many more games that they also added, but those are just a few so that you can get an idea about how awesome this game is.

Another Wii Fit game that has been extremely popular is EA Sports Active.  This game from the popular video game maker Electronic Arts, was the first major competition for the original Wii Fit Game.  It offered a unique twist to using the Wii Fit Balance Board.  It featured a lag strap that you could plug the Wii nunchuk controller into, and it would track your leg movements too, letting you know that you are doing the workouts properly.

Heroscape Epic Table Top Battles!

gameHeroscape is a game many people have heard it. It is a very popular game for today's younger generation.  The game is a turn based miniature board games. Heroscape was introduced by Milton Bradley but today is made by Wizards of the Coast. The idea of the game is that you and your friends can play a three dimensional board game.  Heroscape is played with pre painted figurines on a hexagon shaped board. You control the area by interlocking pieces that can be stacked on top of each other.

The game can be played with 2 to 8 players, this making it a great game for small parties.  However the game have the adaptability to  easily be made to play with many more players.  This can be done with buy multiple master and expansion sets. Making this game great for large parties and being able to entertain the players for hours.

There are two sets of rules for the game. One set of rules is for those who want a quick heroscape game. Normally those who use the first set are children of a younger age. The other set is for older children who is looking for something more advance and bigger that can be played for hours. Most players have the desire to combine many master set in order to allow the building a limitless number of possible scenarios.

The game of Heroscape is a huge battle between different popular characters from life times of cultures and periods. Many times players will come up with their own unique rules to make the game even more fun to play.  The game combines characters like the gladiators of Rome fighting dinosaurs and a Japanese Samurai going head to head with any one of the many Marvel Comic book characters.  These are all possible fights and actions that can happen during a fun and exciting game of Heroscape.  Grab one today and let the games begin! Check out the Toy Titan Table Top Games toy store for more reviews, savings, and deals on the latest games for you and your friends.

Where Can I Find the Cars Pitstop Workbench?

UPDATE:
Since the time I originally made this post, things seemed to have flip flopped. The Cars Pitstop Workbench has now been showing up on Amazon as available and when I recently checked eBay, no one was selling it. So, in the interest of helping you to find what you are looking for, here is the link to the Amazon listing...

Disney Pixar Cars Pitstop Workbench With Tools


cars workbenchLet me just say that as a parent, it can be a tough call when you have a child (or children) with just one special gift in mind.  Sure, sometimes it works out great and all you have to do is head out to the stores and pick up "just the right gift".  Other times though, it is a little bit more challenging.

The challenge comes when you cannot find that special gift available anywhere.  We recently went through this with the Cars Pit Stop Workbench.  Our son has not really asked specifically for a whole lot of items.  This was the big one that he really wanted.  What was nuts about the whole thing was that we saw 20 of them at Big Lots the day he mentioned wanting it.  He saw the boxes stacked up and just went nuts for the thing.  We couldn't buy it then, because we were thinking of it as a Christmas present.  The next day we learned that every one was sold out right after we left the store.  Not only that, we could not find it at any stores anywhere near us.

I decided to check online and almost had one on Amazon.  It said there was one left.  I went to get my credit card, and by the time I clicked to order, it was gone.  Unbelievable timing.  You can click here to check Amazon now.

The place I finally did find it was eBay.  As a frequent seller there, I guess I should have thought of it first, but I guess I just wasn't thinking.  What surprised me was that they had it at the same price as it had been on sale in the stores around us ($39.99).  Yes, I had to pay shipping, but it was worth it.  I bought it from a top seller with a feedback score of over 99% and it went without a hitch.

We liked this because of the drawers.  We have issues around here with people losing small items and the drawers are the perfect solution.  Sure, the other features are cool, but being able to find the little tools and other items we have collected is even cooler.  Just a note, this item has small parts and isn't for kids under three.

If you are looking for the Cars Pitstop Workbench, hopefully you have found it listed here.  If you don't see anything listed, they may be sold out temporarily.  You may also see some other car related workbenches being shown off.  Click on each one to get details if they interest you.

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