We love the new Perplexus, a new toy from Plasmart that takes the old Brio Labyrinth to the third dimension. Perplexus is a clear plastic globe, with a labyrinth inside. It requires turning the 1 foot in circumference ball over and over to move the ball through a series of maze boundaries and obstacles. Perfect for developing space and motion skills in a six year-old or 40 … [Read more...] about Review: New favorite toy in the house: Perplexus 3D Labyrinth
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Gain 12 years – 4 life-increasing habits for you, and your kids
Okay, actually, it's four bad habits that can age you by 12 years, but still that's 12 years you can still buy your kids if they avoid them. And if these are your bad habits, it's never too late to change. 1. Smoking. This one is clearly the most obvious. Smoking just equals death and it's amazing we allow cigarettes to be sold at all. We all know it's about tobacco … [Read more...] about Gain 12 years – 4 life-increasing habits for you, and your kids
Review: Toy Story 3 DVD
The studio sent us a preview copy of the new Toy Story 3 DVD. I've been waiting a few months since both my son and I missed the theatrical release and my daughter has been raving about it. The family was not disappointed. First of all, we do not have 3D, but we did spring for a Blu-Ray player after our old DVD gave out a few months ago. Since Netflix doesn't do Blu-Ray, this … [Read more...] about Review: Toy Story 3 DVD
Funny: Marriage is a horse race (video)
Turn down the speakers or watch with headphones, but this is laugh-out-loud funny...marriage narrated as a horse race. Attention: much salty language, especially as they round the turn, into the home stretch! Again, don't listen to this aloud in front of anyone with tender ears. … [Read more...] about Funny: Marriage is a horse race (video)
Review: Harry Potter Hogwarts Lego Game
Lego has introduced an all-new game series with tie-ins to major entertainment properties. We tested the Harry Potter Hogwarts LEGO Game, which sounded very promising. The box states for players 8+, but the game has no reading requirements so can be played by slightly younger kids. Dads will love the game time suggestion posted on the box, 20-40 minutes, so no fear of getting … [Read more...] about Review: Harry Potter Hogwarts Lego Game