28
Nov

Disney Ultimate Dream Castle: Top Toy Pick *Princess Giveaway*

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Why We Love It

Before the Ultimate Dream Castle by Mattel my daughter essentially used her dollhouse as a Disney Princess Castle even though the full size princesses don’t quite fit. Now the girls have a home. From Tiana’s kitchen to Belle’s dining room, each area of the castle is themed for a specific princess. Over 50 pieces and some cool special effects such as a “magical” Lumiere who moves about the table to a magic carpet that gives Jasmine a lift offer added imaginative play. By far my daughter’s favorite room is Ariel’s bath area with bubbling sounds. Appropriately named the “Ultimate Dream Castle,” it takes a fair share of willpower not to attempt to crawl into one of the rooms and sit with Belle and the Beast at the dinner table. After all, girls are princesses at heart. Even as I chirp ”see how Tiana doesn’t rely on anyone to get what she wants” there’s a bit of me that likes being pampered. In the meantime, the Ultimate Dream Castle lets girls’ imaginations run wild.

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A sample product was provided for review purposes; all opinions are 100% our own.

Details

Ages: 3 and up
Retail Price: $149.99

Purchase at:

 Mattel Shop, Amazon

Cool Giveaway: Which room in the Ultimate Dream Castle would you live in if it were sized for a real-life princess? Comment on this post telling us which room and why(for fun)  to win that princess of your choice from Mattel. For extra entries:

Check out even more entry possibilities if you’re really determined to win. Read the prize claim information; we announce winners on Prizey.net. Contest ends 12/7/11.

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11
Nov

LeapFrog Solar System Adventure Pack *Giveaway*

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To prove my love affair with LeapFrog, check out the number of  toy reviews I’ve conducted over the years on one of my all-time favorite companies. From baby to preschooler and big kids, they are my go-to source for educational toys.  Last season I was first introduced to the Tag United States of America Map and Tag World Map. Since then my children have learned about places all over the world thanks to one of our favorites pasttimes. We have both Tag and Tag Junior located both upstairs for bedtime and downstairs for learning time. And now with the Tag Solar System Adventure Pack we’ve added to our collection of Tag activities. It includes over 40 activities teaching everything from planets to comets like the one we’ve been hearing about in the news recently. The adventure pack even includes  interactive stickers with the most advanced positive reinforcment system to date. As a teacher I’d love have the ability to use iteractive stickers. Maybe someday…

Here’s a quick look at the Tag Solar System Adventure Pack in action:

While one lucky winner is receiving our top pick this holiday season, LeapFrog LeapPad Explorer,  another will be able to learn about everything from seasons to our solar system on a two-sided board which allow users to both learn and play games. Enter our cool giveaway and be sure to visit LeapFrog.com on Black Friday where they’re sure to offer fantastic deals. Last year we loaded up on Tag Books, and it’s one of my first planned stops as I gear up for holiday shopping post-Thanksgiving this year.

Disclaimer: Product samples were provided for review purposes; all opinions are 100% our own.

Cool Tip: Purchase Tag Reader system and LeapFrog Tag Solar System Adventure Pack through our Amazon affiliate links.

Cool Giveaway:Enter to win a LeapFrog Tag Reader and Solar System Adventure Pack by commenting on this post with your favorite LeapFrog product of all time!

Check out even more entry possibilities if you’re really determined to win. Read the prize claim information; we announce winners on Prizey.net. Contest ends 11/25/11.

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07
Nov

YBike Extreme: Promotes Balance and Fun *Giveaway*

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The new YBike Extreme is a promising find for promoting balance.  After spending the summer with my three and five year old progressing beyond their big wheels and moving onto their first two wheel bikes, of course with training wheels.  I witnessed their hesitation and fear of falling even with training wheels and often wondered, “How can I possibly remove the training wheels?”  I now have hope thanks to YBike that a safe orderly transition to a two wheel bike may be possible.  The YBike is designed for 3 to 5 year olds and works perfectly on our carpeted basement and although our carpet is plush, the YBike Extreme easily moves across it. We chose the extreme model because our kids are a little older and also because the extreme works well off road.

 The standard model has a wider rear wheel and therefore seems to be a little easier to balance. Assembly was very easy and only took about 15 minutes; no tools required.  Both kids have been experimenting riding back and forth across the basement and are truly enjoying their new YBike.  In a week’s time I have seen their balance improve with longer and faster movements.  I am confident that by next year, they will be able to balance, and I’ll be able to remove their training wheels. My only job will be to teach them to peddle.  Thanks YBike for putting my mind at ease.

Written by Mr. Cool Baby Kid

Disclaimer: Product samples were provided for review purposes; all opinions are 100% our own.

Cool Giveaway: Enter to win a YBike by commenting on this post telling us about your favorite bike riding experience.

Check out even more entry possibilities if you’re really determined to win. Read the prize claim information; we announce winners on Prizey.net. Contest ends 11/21/11.

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01
Nov

Playskool Poppin’ Park Eelefun Busy Ball Popper *Giveaway*

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This new Eelefun Busy Ball Popper character from Playskool is a great addition to the ball popping fun from the popular Busy Ball Popper! We love the Elephant character. Your child can relate to the toy as a pal. They can drop the colorful balls into the Elefun character’s ears, and it’s anybody’s guess which way they’ll roll into the belly for put-and-take play, roll across the room for baby to crawl after, or back through the trunk for more poppin’ surprises. The young ones loved that element of surprise and giggled with anticipation throughout their play. The elephant’s trunk also rotates 360 degrees so you can control the ball popping action and change it up on occasion. While playing, the Elefun also has music for your little ones’ ears; we especially loved the ten different tunes.

Have you tried the original Busy Ball Popper? What do you think of the new elephant character?

Written by Debby, Cool Baby Kid Review Team

Disclaimer: A sample product was provided for review purposes; all opinions are 100% our own.

 Cool Giveaway:  Enter to win a Poppin’ Park Eelefun Busy Ball Popper by commenting on this post. For additional entries:

Check out even more entry possibilities if you’re really determined to win. Read the prize claim information; we announce winners on Prizey.net. Contest ends 11/10/11.

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29
Oct

Cook Up Some Halloween Fun with Doctor Dreadful Zombie Lab

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Cool Tip: Looking for some last-minute Halloween fun? We’re cooking up some edible fright tonight with Doctor Dreadful’s Zombie Lab from Spinmaster. Though you can purchase Doctor Dreadful Zombie Lab (ages 5+) from our Amazon affiliate link, you may want to check out your local retailer to grab before Halloween.

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28
Oct

Tonka Chuck & Friends Flip the Bounce Back Racer *Giveaway*

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If you have a preschool age child, the new Tonka Chuck & Friends Flip the Bounce Back Bounce Back Racer gang should be number one on your Christmas list The easy to use remote control puts your preschooler in the driver’s seat. The double-sided racer vehicle has a remote control designed for young hands to easily handle. My preschooler was amazed that the car was able to drive on both sides—it was super cool for him to control. I love that this car is not only fun, but is a great eye-hand coordination enhancer for your preschooler. My son loved when Flip made awesome back flips and other wowing maneuvers. As a mom of a little boy, this racer can stand the test of time. It is extremely durable and survived many trips down flights of steps. Flip has over 20 original phrases and super sound effects, which kept my preschooler engaged for hours of fun. I am purchasing more for the cousins of the family for Christmas—it’s a great gift and very reasonable priced. Purchase Tonka Tonka Chuck Flip The Bounceback Racer which retails for $34.99 for kids ages 3+ though our amazon affiliate link.

Disclaimer: A sample product was provided for review purposes; all opinions are 100% our own.

Written by Debby, Cool Baby Kid Review Team

 Cool Giveaway:  Enter to win a Flip the Bounce Back Racer by commenting on this post. For additional entries:

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20
Oct

Hot Holiday Toy Picks *As Seen on WBRE/PA Live!*

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Cool Tip: See all of our Top 10 Holiday Toy Picks and subscrive to Cool Baby Kid to receive our 2011 Gift Guide, coming soon.

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11
Oct

Top Ten Hot Holiday Toy Picks *2011*

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Lite Sprites *Wow Wee Toys*

Recommended Age: 6M-4Y
Retail Price: Various
Comments: We absolutely love these color-capturing Lite Sprites. Build a Lite-Topia world with Sprites, Pods, Playsets and even Lite Pets.

LeapPad Explorer *LeapFrog*

Recommended Age: 4-9Y
Retail Price: $139.97
Comments: This starter bundle includes a $40 app card and is the perfect way to get started with our #1 toy pick.

Squinkies *Blip Toys*

Recommended Age: 4Y and up
Retail Price: Various
Review: Though a hot holiday pick from 2010, Squinkies with an all new boy line, Disney, Marvel and more, are as hot ever!

Hearts for Hearts Dolls *Playmates Toys*

Recommended Age: 6Y and up
Retail Price: $29.99
Review: A standout toy from Time to Play, i was immediately drawn to Hearts for Hearts Girks, beautiful dolls from six countries with a portion of proceeds to WorldVision helping empower girls around the world.

Voice Rockrz Mic & First Act Musical Instruments

Recommended Age: 3 and up
Retail Price: $24.99
Review: Between voice altering microphone Voice Rockrz and other musical instruments including cool kids' guitars, First Act Discovery is music to little ones' ears.

Playskool Heroes *Hasbro*

Recommended Age: 3 and up
Retail Price: $29.99 (pictured)
Review: Action figures and playsets for the young boys' age group such as Marvel Super Heroes (pictured) were hard to come by before the advent of Playskool Heroes and Transformers Rescue Bots which are chunkier for little hands.

Appmates *Spinmaster & Disney Consumer Products*

Recommended Age: 4+
Retail Price$12.99 (single)
Review: If your kids have taken over the iPad like mine, why not harness their inner Lightening McQueen with Appmates, an innovative, interactive toy/tech gadget which revolutionizes iPad play.

Laugh & Learn Apptivity Case *Fisher-Price*

Recommended Age: 6M and up
Retail Price: $14.99
Review: Genius! Encase your iPhone or iPod Touch so the little one stays on a chosen app without the ability to call your contacts. This was another Time to Play Holiday Showcase standout that I fell in love with instantly.

Chuggington Wooden Railway Trainee Roundhouse

Recommended Age: 3Y an up
Retail Price: $119.00
Review: The Trainee Roundhouse Set is a perfect starter for what promises to be years of Chuggington Wooden Railway fun. The Over & Under Start Set at $59.99 is a great lower price point starter as well.

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