Archive

Posts Tagged ‘Circles’

Spring Jam Basketball by Swimways

March 10th, 2010

Spring Jam Basketball by Swimways




Make a splash with this slam-dunk pool game. Brightly-colored graphics on this fabric-covered, inflatable basketball set make a cool addition to any pool. Includes pro-style grip basketball. Twist-and-fold design makes for easy portability and storage. Carry/storage bag included. Measures 21.5″ x 26″ x 26″.

User Ratings and Reviews

3 Stars FUN BUT DO NOT LEAVE IN THE SUN…
This pool toy is a fun way to pass the time but do as the instructions say and do not leave it in the pool when not in use, especially in the direct sun. I left mine in the pool one afternoon and it developed a leak (due to the extreme heat) which is unrepairable since the tubing is covered by the outer material.

4 Stars Great Proudct!!
I got this for my birthday and Loved it when I first opened it. Its educational because my sister learned how to shoot baskets, The one con though is that the toy needs to be deflated when its not being used and its hard to fold up.

5 Stars Superb pool fun
Awesome I love this thing. Even I feel like shaq with this thing LOL. I run circles around all those 7 year olds..LOL. Seriously though this is a great toy. Still having fun with it. it’s durable. I suggest this to anyone looking to add a little fun to their summer.

Buy/More Info

Kid Toys Sports , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Basic Beat Single Egg Shaker

January 21st, 2010

Basic Beat Single Egg Shaker




A classic, these Basic Beat Egg Shakers are enjoyable for children and adults alike. Approx. 2″ long, they have a great sound!

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars buy a crate of them
love the colour variety, kids love them. from infant to young child to adults. just make sure you buy alot. i think they run off with all those socks we seem to loose.

5 Stars shaking fun
All eggs were in great condition. They are the perfect size for little hands.

5 Stars egg shaker
my daughter is a music therapist and uses these in her sessions , they are great for kids or adults who can’t completely open their hands.

5 Stars Great fun! Approachable Percussion…
My students love these little shakers. They are excellent for teaching rhythm and for teaching togetherness–especially in non-intimidating ways. Buy a bunch of these and keep them in your rainy day kit.

These eggs can also be fun at pep rallies, school spirit days, drum circles, parties, school carnivals, team building sessions, spring fling, parades, camp, vacation Bible school, and athletic events–anywhere one wants to make a noise or “shake” things up in a positive way. They make fun prizes too.

Buy/More Info

Kid Toys Music , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Melissa and Doug Geometric Stacker

October 25th, 2009

Melissa and Doug Geometric Stacker




Get busy stacking all different shapes, colors and sizes. This fun Geometric Stacker comes with 25 durable pieces to match and stack on a solid base. Perfect for building shape, color and size differentiation skills. Pieces made of solid wood.

User Ratings and Reviews

5 Stars Great learning toy
My two year old now calls out each color as he pulls them off the stand and is slowly learning the shapes. I love this toy.

4 Stars good shape builder
the second of the three block sets i got my daughter. its fun for her because she loves to show off how well she can stack things on the little pegs. shes only 18 months. this one is her favorite. a lot of blocks were stuck together on this one and when you pull it apart you can see chipped paint but with toddlers, theyll chip them up anyway right?

3 Stars Beautiful and fun, but paint is chipping off!!
My 23-month-old daughter loves this toy– she hasn’t figured out the more difficult square puzzle yet, but loves to stack the circles and octagons. My 6-month-old son loves it too, but has chewed off some of the paint, which surprised me after hearing what great quality Melissa and Doug toys are (this was one of the first 2 M&D toys I bought). I, like other reviewers, have been a bit frightened of him falling on the 3 prongs and hurting himself. Maybe when he starts walking this toy will get put away for a while.

Warning: keep this in a limited space (on a blanket and/or in one room). The pieces could easily be lost if carried into other parts of the house, and this could frustrate children (not to mention OCD parents like myself).

2 Stars Target has a better one
We bought one just like this in Target, made for Target and it has none of the problems listed on this product. Paint is still intact after many plays, looks still like new and we have so much fun with it. Stacking and sorting colors, making color piles, then shape piles, then stack by color, by shape etc. It has lots of uses to prevent boredom. Great toy. Yes, you should be careful not to have in laying down in the middle of the room or someplace where your toddler can fall on it. Clean up after play and just have fun with this.

5 Stars Years of Fun
Young toddlers enjoy taking apart. Older have skills to sort. Wooden toy should be around for years.

Buy/More Info

Kid Toys Dolls , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Melissa and Doug Travel Memory Game

October 9th, 2009

Melissa and Doug Travel Memory Game




Choose from among fourteen fun themes, slide a card into the gameboard, and start looking for matches. This handy memory game includes one game board, seven double-sided game cards and a two-player scoreboard. There are no loose pieces and everything conveniently stores in the board. Great for travel! Measures 11.7″ x 8.7″ x 1.2″.

User Ratings and Reviews

4 Stars Great for Traveling
This is a great game for the car. The kids were able to play with it by themselves and together. It’s also great for teaching colors, etc. It kept them occupied for quit a while, which is sometimes a challenge on long road trips.

5 Stars Great for travel
This was a great game for the airplane. The kids (4 and 6) had fun with it and the pieces are all attached so they can’t be dropped or lost.

5 Stars Great design plus here’s an idea for more cards
I have a 3yr old and a 1yr old so this game is fun for both of them. My 3yr old plays the memory game. My 1yr old likes to open and close the doors. I anticipate that my 3yr old will evenually memorize the cards but I’m pretty sure I could create my own new cards.

1) Trace a game card and cut out new card

2) Place blank card into wooden slot and then draw all the circles onto the card

3) Remove the card then place pairs of stickers over the circles

Voila! A new game card.

5 Stars Great for home or travel
My daughter is 4 years old and has mastered this game superbly. She has learned and memorized every single card within a week. What Melissa & Doug need to do is to add more inserts for purchase. The flipping mechanism works great. I love this product. Wish I could buy more inserts.

5 Stars Fun in the car
We took this on vacation and my 4 1/2 year old granddaughter really enjoyed it. It has several cards, so you can change the game each time you play. Very durable.

Buy/More Info

Kid Toys Dolls , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,

Graco Baby Einstein Discover and Play Activity Center

September 11th, 2009

Graco Baby Einstein Discover and Play Activity Center




Babies love to play, and the award-winning Baby Einstein Circles Discover and Play from Graco is made to keep them entertained for hours. This unique, engaging collection of toys and real world imagery develops important sensory and motor skills, and even introduces bi-lingual learning.

The Graco Baby Einstein Circles Discover and Play offers:
  • Activities that help develop sensory and motor skills.
  • 360-degree swivel seat entertains and develops balance.
  • Safe, durable construction.
  • Included dragon hand puppet.

Nine different toys develop sensory and motor skills, and introduces bilingual learning. View larger.

Fun That Engages Their Imagination
A 2006 AMBY design award winner, the Discover and Play stimulates and entertains your baby by introducing her to colors, shapes, textures, animals, nature, language and movement. Nine interactive toys also aid development of age-appropriate sensory and motor skills. As she gently rocks and spins herself around in the 360 degree swivel seat, she’ll build muscle strength and improve balance while exploring the pleasure of physical movement. This play system also encourages bi-lingual learning by introducing basic vocabulary words in a fun and interactive way. There’s even a dragon hand puppet to let you get in on the fun, too.

Encourages Independent Play
Although adult supervision is recommended, the Discover and Play gives your baby the opportunity to independently play and explore in a safe, upright position. Baby will love pressing buttons and listening to music, or exploring different shapes and colors. He can even take a break and enjoy snacks placed on the circular tray–all when and how he wishes. Parents will also appreciate how easy it is to move this portable activity center from room to room, a real bonus when it’s time to cook dinner or clean up.

Safe, Durable Construction
Intended for babies four months old and up to 30 pounds and 32 inches tall, the Discover and Play is sturdy, durable and safe. Three height positions make it a snap to adjust the activity center to fit your growing baby, and stationery kick-stands help limit mobility when it’s time for more focused play or a quick snack. The Discover and Play is also easy to care for. Simply machine wash the cloth seat pad in cold water on the delicate cycle, and line dry. To clean the plastic or metal parts, just use a mixture of soap or detergent and water.

The Discover and Play has a 27-inch diameter and an overall height of 30 inches. It also weighs 14 pounds, and requires three “AA” batteries (not included).