Elmo Live by Fisher-Price Toy Review

ElmoLiveWhat’s not to like, a toy that tells stories, sings, dances and tells jokes? There is no doubt that Elmo Live by Fisher-Price, from the popular Sesame Street Character Elmo, is going to be all the craze this year. Just as in previous years when the Tickle Me Elmo’s took the world by storm, this is one toy your kids are going to want for sure.

Elmo Live by Fisher-Price is being considered one of the most advanced movements Elmo toys ever. With Elmo Live by Fisher-Price, your children will be able to learn and play for hours.  They will be amazed at how Elmo can move his arms, legs, and head while telling stories. Elmo Live can also sing songs, play games and tell stories for as long as your child can keep up with him. In fact Elmo Live by Fisher-Price is so lifelike it will be like your child is playing with a real friend. Read more »

Written on November 19, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

EyeClops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles Toy Review

Do you have a little adventurer in your house? Do you want to give them the opportunity to explore in exciting new ways while adding to their personal development? Then you need to get your little explorer their very own EyeClops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles so that they can take the adventurers in exploring to a whole new level. EyeClops Night Vision Infrared Stealth Goggles uses real infrared... Read more »

Written on November 18, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

Furreal Friends Biscuit My Lovin Pup by Hasbro Toy Review

Does your child ask you for a pet puppy every other day? Of course, it would be great to have a family pet but between juggling work, school, and sports and after school activities, your family hardly has time to spend with each other let alone a pet to care for and love. It’s agonizing telling your children they can’t have a pet of their own but you just don’t have the time to care for a pet.... Read more »

Written on November 5, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

Dewey: The Small-Town Library Cat Who Touched the World

A book about a cat? A library cat?  Well, okay, I thought… I’ll give it a whirl.  And I’m really glad that I did. What started out as a heartwarming tale of how a cat dumped in a return book bin on a very cold Iowa night turned into exactly what a small town needed to pull together and revitalize itself, actually was a story of the author, Vicki Myron’s triumph over circumstances... Read more »

Written on November 4, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

Kiss My Face Kids: Review

If you are looking for a fun and gentle way to get your kids a little cleaner, you may want to check out Kiss My Face’s new line of children’s bath products. From toothpaste to shampoo, all of these items are organic and gentle to even the most sensitive skin. My little ones were lucky enough to sample the following products from Kiss My Face: Orange U Smart & Berry Smart Lip Balms Hair... Read more »

Written on November 3, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

5 Airplane Travel Tips for Sharp Moms

I used to think traveling was a romantic endeavor, whether it was for business or pleasure. I loved the idea of changing my routine, seeing new places, and leaving the stress of work behind. From bizarre museums in flyover states to insanely overpriced room service, I used to enjoy everything about traveling. Now that I’m a mother of four, I cringe at the thought of traveling with kids in tow,... Read more »

Written on September 27, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

Sesame Street: Hot! Hot! Hot! Dance Songs CD Review

If you have any Sesame Street fanatics in your house, then Hot! Hot! Hot! Dance Songs should find a welcome home in your music library. In fact, I’m sure that any preschooler would have fun dancing around to these songs. If you have watched a lot of Sesame Street, then you may recognize several of these favorites. From Elmo to The Count, many characters make an appearance on the album. Admittedly,... Read more »

Written on September 13, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

Sesame Street: The Best of Elmo CD Review

Like my mother before me, I turn on PBS each morning in the hopes that my children will absorb some knowledge while I pry my eyes open with a cup of coffee. Of course, when I was little, there was no character on Sesame Street known as Elmo. I swear, that Elmo’s World theme song is my son’s morning cup of Joe. He goes crazy for it. Luckily, I was able to score a CD of Elmo’s hit... Read more »

Written on July 17, 2008 by Katie in Featured Reviews, Reviews

HP Photosmart A630 Compact Photo Printer Review

The HP Photosmart A630 Compact Photo Printer is one of the best gadgets our family has come across in a long time. It’s really small, lightweight and with it’s built in handle, it’s designed to be portable enough to carry along with you on vacations, at parties or any kind of gathering where you’ll be snapping pics. The setup on this printer took about 2 minutes. Just unpack it from the box,... Read more »