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Snap Circuits SC-300

admin — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:42:29 +0000

Electronic Snap Circuits by Elenco is an award-winning toy for budding engineers eight years old and above. The SC-300 model includes over 60 parts for creating more than 300 exciting projects. With lights, sounds, motors, and more, you'll not only enjoy creating beeping games, but also learn about basic electronics as well! .caption { font-family: Verdana, Helvetica neue, Arial, serif; font-size: 10px; font-weight: bold; font-style: italic; } ul.indent { list-style: inside disc; text-indent: -15px; } table.callout { font-family: verdana; font-size: 11px; line-height: 1. 3em; } td.think { height: 125px; background: #9DC4D8 url(http://images.amazon.com/images/G/01/electronics/detail-page/callout-bg.png) repeat-x; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; border-bottom: 1px dotted #000000; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; padding-bottom: 10px; width: 250px; } td.glance { height: 100%; background: #9DC4D8; border-left: 1px solid #999999; border-right: 1px solid #999999; padding-top: 10px; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; padding-bottom: 10px; width: 250px; } Making a simple flying UFO took only a few minutes. View larger. Create your own complex inventions using parts such as the fan motor, alarm speaker, and over 60 other pieces. View larger. What We Think Fun Factor: Durability: (what this means) The Good: Makes learning about electronics fun. The Bad: Physics principles can be difficult to understand. In a Nutshell: Interactive, hands-on way of playing with electronics that is fun and educational. At a Glance Ages: 8 and older Requires: 4 AA batteries Real Electronic Parts Electronic Snap Circuits includes real circuit components just like the circuit boards inside radios, televisions, computers, and other electronic devices. This set makes it easy for anyone to create simple electronic circuits and devices. To operate, you simply snap the electronic elements onto a plastic grid, and then connect them together with wire pieces that snap easily into place. The SC-300 lets you build electronic devices such as a whistle chip, speaker, alarm circuit, LED, lamp socket, fan motor, and a speaker. Additional pieces can be purchased separately, or in different models, and they can all be used together to create larger and more elaborate projects. Making Electronics Fun and Easy The included instruction manual offers 305 projects ranging from a simple light switch to a noise-activated burglar alarm. We found the color-coded instruction manual clear and easy to understand, and we had no problems creating any of the projects we tried. The projects are organized by levels of difficulty, and each project teaches an objective such as "To show how electricity can only pass in one direction through an LED." We definitely experienced a sense of satisfaction as we completed each project, and we definitely learned about electronics concepts. The manufacturer recommends the set for ages 8-108; younger engineers should be able to easily follow the diagrams for each project, but will probably require their parents to help explain how everything works. So a word of warning to parents: Brush up on your high school physics! Although the instruction offers some good information, we found that we still needed to brush up on the physics we learned years ago so we could understand concepts such as the difference between a circuit in parallel and in series. Unique Learning Experience Creating a flying UFO from "scratch" with rudimentary electronic pieces was highly satisfying to us, and we think Electronic Snap Circuits may well help young students gain and foster an appreciation for, and interest in, how electronics work and are built. For students who are already learning about electronics in school, this set creates a hands-on experience that makes for more fun than reading about how these things work in a textbook. So don't be surprised if report cards come back with higher grades after playing with this toy. Parent-Child Bonding Experience The Elenco Electronic Snap Circuits would make a great parent-child bonding experience that is both educational and fun. As you work through each project with your child, don't be surprised when you, too, are learning something new and interesting. And after you've completed all the projects, you can create your own! The combinations are limitless! What's in the Box Plastic "circuit board," over 60 pieces including wire, resistors, speaker, battery holder, motor fan, red led, and lamp module.

EyeClops Mini Projector

admin — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:40:56 +0000

Kids can project movies, video games, and more with the Eyeclops Mini Projector. Designed for ages eight and older, this portable digital projector fits in the palm of your hand and projects a screen size of up to 60 inches! All you need for big-screen excitement is a dark room and standard RCA cables to connect the Eyeclops to your favorite media player or game console. With an optional battery pack for projection on-the-go, you'll never lose sight of the big picture! Mini Projector Ages: 8+ Requires: Connector cables (RCA cables) for projecting from various media sources (not included) 4 "D" batteries for portable battery pack (optional/not included) Adult assistance for battery replacement What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Mini projector makes it easy for kids to create their own home theater. The Challenging: Low-resolution images necessitate a viewing environment that is totally dark. In a Nutshell: Kids will love projecting movies and video games outdoors and on bedroom ceilings! This kid-friendly projector projects movies, video games and more. The projector is lightweight and compact, so you can even project on the ceiling. The EyeClops expands video games to larger-than-life sizes. If You Can Plug It In, You Can Project It The Eyeclops puts big-screen projection capability in the palm of your hand. It's easy to create your own home theater -- just connect your favorite media player or game console to the Eyeclops' audio-video inputs (connector cables not included), turn on the power, and aim the projector at a wall or ceiling. With built-in speakers and a projected screen size of up to 60 inches, your favorite movies and video games will take on a whole new look and sound! The Eyeclops works with DVD players, video game consoles, handheld devices, and more! The projector's simple, kid-friendly features include a pivoting arm for adjusting the projection angle, a volume control, and a focal adjustment. Unlike other larger projectors, the Eyeclops doesn't get hot, so it's safe for kids to handle. Projector Fits in the Palm of Your Hand Going on a road trip? The projector unit weighs less than a pound and measures a compact 2 x 3.5 x 2.5 inches (H x W x D), so kids can easily take it along for all kinds of adventures. The projection stand features a convenient belt clip in addition to a portable battery pack that provides approximately 270 minutes of projection time -- more than enough for an outdoor screening! The Darker the Room, the Clearer the Image Whether you're projecting a film on the ceiling of your bedroom or a video game inside of your tent, the key to a clear image is a dark environment. Kids will find that even a little daylight makes the screen dim and blurry. For best results, the projector should be positioned within several feet of the projection surface, and all light sources should be covered. Because the Eyeclops' on-board speakers may not provide the same quality of audio that your home speakers do, the projector features a mini-jack audio output that allows you to connect it to headphones or external speakers. Additionally, while standard RCA cables (not included) are sufficient to connect most devices to the Eyeclops, certain media players and handheld devices may require special connector cables that can be purchased separately. What's in the Box Eyeclops Mini Projector, projection stand/battery pack, swivel arm, A/C adaptor, instruction manual.

Wild Planet Hyper Dash [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]

admin — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:39:59 +0000

Wild Planet and Amazon.com have teamed up to offer this item in Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging, a recyclable, easy-to-open alternative to traditional packaging. A Frustration-Free Package comes without excess packaging materials such as hard plastic clamshell casings, plastic bindings, and wire ties. Itâ��s designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife and will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging during shipping.

MATCHBOX Mega Rig Pirates Ship [Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging]

admin — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:37:47 +0000

Transforming into 30 different ships, the Matchbox Mega Rig Pirate Ship lets kids sail the high seas for hours of enjoyment. Designed for children ages four and up, the Mega Rig Pirate ship starts as one big pirate ship. Kids can break the ship down into elements that make, or can be mixed and matched to create, an array of different vessels made for racing, going ashore, or battling against one another with friends. MEGA RIG Pirate Ship Ages: 4+ What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Novelty factor: The Good: Floats on water and rolls on land. The Challenging: Pieces should be cleaned and dried after water play. In a Nutshell: Pirate ship transforms into 30 different ships. The Mega Rig Pirate Ship comes with two pirate action figures. View larger. Built for Adventure With the Mega Rig Pirates Ship, living rooms, backyards, and bathtubs all become places pirate adventures. The different ship components are made from durable plastic, which holds up to playtime on land or water. Built with Styrofoam inside, the base of each ship will float, and with built-in yellow wheels, can also roll along the ground. Smaller pieces, like the treasure chests, have rounded snap bottoms that easily and firmly connect to other building components. The pirate-ship set also comes with two pirate figures -- a captain and a crew member, a harpoon launcher, and a giant purple squid complete with suction tentacles. Built for Adventure Unlike some building toys, the Mega Rig Pirate Ship makes it easy for kids to jump right into playtime. Parents will appreciate this all-in-one building system comes already assembled as one giant vessel. And with easy-snapping pieces and picture references in the included booklet, detailed instructions aren't necessary for assembling the smaller ships. With so many scenarios and ships to build, each day can bring new opportunities for imaginative adventures. With the giant squid to play with, this toy is ideal for bath time. To avoid a mess, be sure to rinse, drain out, and dry the items before storing them away. Outdoors and around the house are also good places for pirate adventures, but be aware that the tiny wheels work best on smooth, hard surfaces like wood or linoleum. Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging Amazon.com is happy to offer this item in Amazon Frustration-Free Packaging, a recyclable, easy-to-open alternative to traditional packaging. Products in Frustration-Free Packaging are exactly the same--we've just streamlined the packaging. A Frustration-Free Package comes without excess packaging materials such as wire ties, hard plastic "clamshell" casings, and plastic bindings. It's designed to be opened without the use of a box cutter or knife and will protect your product just as well as traditional packaging. This item ships in its own box, without the need for an additional shipping box Learn more about Frustration-Free Packaging. What's in the Box Pirate ship, giant squid, two pirate figures, treasure chest, harpoon launcher, and booklet. The ship's pieces snap together easily, allowing you to create dozens of different vessels. View larger. Use the firing harpoon launcher to protect your ships from incoming attacks. View larger.

Zhu Zhu Pets – Funhouse Set with Hamster

admin — Sat, 26 Dec 2009 18:36:38 +0000


You will receive both a Zhu Zhu Pet Funhouse and one Zhu Zhu Pet Hamster!

Disney Princess Magical Talking Vanity

admin — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:49:52 +0000

Your Disney Princess will be the fairest in alll the land as she sits at her Magical Talking Vanity. Our child-sized play set has everything a Princess needs to get ready for the Royal Ball, including a Magic Mirror that lights-up to reveal a secret picture of Aurora, Cinderella and Belle. Comes with lots of accessories to dream the day away. Plastic. Imported. . Magic Mirror lights-up so Princesses magically appear! . Hear Princess phrases when beauty accessories interact with vanity . Play set includes: Vanity, Stool, Hand Mirror and Magic Key . With pretend perfume bottle, nail polish, lipstick and blush brush . Vanity 42'' H x 25'' W x 12 1/2'' D. Stool 10'' H. Beauty accessories up to 6 1/2'' L . Requires 3 AA batteries, not included . Adult assembly required . Ages 3+ . WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD - Small Parts. Not for children under 3 years.

Disney Princess Ariel Little Mermaid Magical Talking Salon & Vanity

admin — Sun, 13 Dec 2009 18:48:00 +0000

Your little princess won't have to hold her breath to have fun in this Underwater Beauty Salon. It's bubbling over with wonderful activities. Using voice-recognition technology, your child can actually talk to Ariel and hear her respond. Little girls will be delighted when they see Ariel's face "magically" appear in the mirror. Ariel's Beauty Salon is loaded with beauty and styling accessories for countless hours of pretend play. Adult assembly required. Requires 4 "AA" batteries (not included). Chair measures 9.25" tall; salon measures 27" x 15.5" x 38.25".

EyeClops Night Vision Infared Stealth Goggles V2

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:25:47 +0000

Find out what goes on after the lights go out with the Eyeclops Night Vision 2.0 Infrared Stealth Binoculars. Featuring real infrared night vision technology, these binoculars allow you to see up to 50 feet in total darkness. Kids eight years and older will love switching the binoculars to spy mode for covert operations, or using the long-range mode for peripheral surveillance. With a high contrast dual-eye LCD display and an adjustable focus, the Eyeclops binoculars provide a clear window to a never-before-seen world. Night Vision 2.0 Infrared Stealth Binoculars Ages: 8+ Requires: 5 "AA" batteries (not included) Adult assistance with battery installation What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Binoculars with night vision let you view objects in the dark up to 50 feet away. The Challenging: Small field of vision makes it dangerous to walk or run while using binoculars. In a Nutshell: Lightweight design and easy-to-use features make advanced infrared technology accessible to kids. With a 50-foot range, these night-vision goggles allow you to see what happens in the dark. View larger. Two modes of vision allow you to choose stealth or distance, depending on the situation. View larger. Binoculars with Real Infrared Technology Step into the backyard after dark with these infrared binoculars and you'll see a nighttime world, brilliantly illuminated. The real working infrared technology will surprise kids with its ability to bring a perfectly dark environment into clear, bright focus. With a range of up to 50 feet, the high contrast dual-eye LCD display provides an amazingly clear picture of what goes on in the dark. Designed for covert operations, the binoculars feature action detailing and black coloration that lets kids operate under the radar. The dual display provides clear images that can be seen with both eyes, and the form-fitting eyepiece with eye-width adjustment ensures a comfortable fit. A black neck strap makes sure that the binoculars won't fall or get lost in the middle of the night. Long Range Mode vs. Stealth Mode The Eyeclops features four different modes for different types of operations. Stealth Mode makes you utterly invisible by removing the light that is emitted by the binoculars. Long-range mode helps you focus on people or objects that are as far as 50 feet away. Both Spy mode and Military mode alter your field of vision to simulate the effect of using real infrared binoculars. Lovers of the outdoors will be delighted to find that the infrared light illuminates tiny insects and the reflective surfaces of animals' eyes. While the binoculars make it a cinch to see in the dark, the relatively small field of vision makes it dangerous to run while looking through them. Adult supervision is recommended for safe play, and for the installation of the Eyeclops' five "AA" batteries (not included). What's in the Box Eyeclops night vision binoculars with neck strap, and instruction manual. The comfortable neckband allows you to see in the dark with your hands free -- perfect for spying!

Scene It? Twilight Deluxe Edition

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:08:53 +0000

Quench your thirst for trivia with Twilight Scene It? Deluxe Edition. Recommended for ages 13 and older, this DVD/trivia game features hundreds of questions about all of your favorite moments from the Twilight movie. More than just a trivia game, Scene It? also challenges you to use observation, memory, wordplay, and problem-solving to decode special DVD puzzles. Designed for two or more players, this trivia game is ideal for both serious and casual fans of Twilight. Scene It? DeluxeTwilight Edition Ages: 13+ Players: 2 or more Requires: DVD player TV Remote control What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Novelty factor: The Good: Unique DVD puzzles and trivia appeals to Twilight fans of all levels. The Challenging: Limited target audience, might turn off non-fans. In a Nutshell: An interactive DVD/board game, made especially for Twilight fans. The ultimate Twilight trivia experience, this DVD/board game is packed with Twilight-themed trivia, puzzles, and mini-games. View larger. A Dazzling Twilight Experience From the game pieces to the trivia cards, every aspect of Twilight Scene It? has been infused with the spirit of Twilight. The game begins with players choosing one of four collectible tokens to represent their team. Sculpted out of metal, these tokens have been modeled after some of Twilight's most iconic items: Charlie's house, a baseball, Bella's truck, and Edward's piano. Teams advance around the board by answering two types of questions: traditional trivia cards and DVD-based puzzles. The trivia cards, which resemble what you might find in Trivial Pursuit, provide questions in a wide range of difficulty. Some of the tougher questions are challenging enough to stump even the most devoted Twilight fans. Players can also strategically use special "Fate Cards" to throw their opponents off course. The main attraction, however, is the interactive DVD. Hosted by Dr. Carlisle Cullen (played by Peter Facinelli), it is filled with hundreds of video clips, sound bites, and images from the movie. When players draw a DVD challenge card, they must solve a video puzzle. These puzzles range from memory games to message decryptions, and will put your knowledge of Twilight to the test. Fun for Every Level of Twilight Fan The DVD has been designed with the fans in mind. Everything about it has been adapted from the film, right down to the gothic font used for the menus. You'll see cameos by your favorite characters and relive classic moments from the film. Also included are several mini-games, so you can get a quick Twilight fix even when you're not playing the board game. With hundreds of questions, Twilight Scene It? has something for every type of Twilight fan. The difficulty is varied enough to keep everyone engaged -- from Twilight die-hards to casual fans. Also, some of the video puzzles are completely self-contained, so even non-fans can participate in the game. What's in the Box DVD, game board, 4 collectible metal tokens, 100 trivia cards, 30 Fate cards, 1 six-sided numbered die, 1 eight-sided category die, 4 category reference cards, and instruction sheet. View larger. View larger. View larger.

Connect 4 x 4

admin — Tue, 01 Dec 2009 12:07:58 +0000

Connect 4 x 4 is similar to the classic original, but now you can play with up to four people, and the double-sided grid adds greater complexity and more chances to win. Designed for ages eight and up, Connect 4 x 4 may have doubled the challenge, the amount of players, and the grid--but the fun and scoring are still the same: four in a row and you win! Connect 4 x 4 Ages: 8+ Required: 4 players What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Ease of assembly: Educational factor: The Good: Up to four people can play Connect 4 x 4; features new colors and helpful blockers. The Challenging: Younger children may need pointers on the double-sided grid when first playing. In a Nutshell: Fun remake of a favorite game with added challenge and complexity. Double-sided Grid, More Colors, New Pieces Connect 4 x 4 is the only checkers four-in-a-row, four-player game--making it perfect for family game nights. With the new double-sided grid, you can score on both the front and back side of the game. Game play is simple--pick a line, drop a checker in on each turn, and hope that your opponents don't foil your strategy before you get four checkers in a row! The game has also added "blockers," which can be used to block your opponents on both sides of the grid in one turn. However, make sure to save your blockers for when you really need them--you only get two and they are valuable! When you're finished playing Connect 4 x 4, a convenient locking top slide keeps the pieces on the grid so you never have to worry about lost checkers. Challenging Remake of a Timeless Favorite If you grew up playing Connect 4, you'll quickly realize that Connect 4 x 4 is like having both an old favorite and a new game all in one. You can still play the game with two players, but now also have the option of playing with four. The double-sided grid adds a welcome challenge and complexity for long-time Connect 4 players. A word of warning for younger players: the added complexity may be a bit challenging to understand at first, but once they do, they'll definitely be hooked. What's in the Box Double-sided grid, 68 checkers (17 of each color), and eight blockers (two of each color). View larger. View larger. The double-sided grid adds more opportunity to score, or be scored against!