As you all can tell my son loves a great STEM toy he loves to learn while he plays and he has to know why everything works the way it does. Living in Colorado for so long bones are just a part of life. We see them all the time in the forest and on the side of the road.
The Bones set was perfect for him. He got to check them out up close and the great instruction manual has facts and experiments for him that he loved. I love that the set also came with safety items. So, he knows before he goes playing with any bones to wear his gloves and ect. The set not only teaches about the items in the kit (The Owl Pellets) but also how to be safe about it.
I would like to say the Owl pellets were cute but they are still Owl pellets lol. What was cute is how excited my son got with them and what they taught him about owls.
When looking for a STEM toy that will be good for you little one take a look at the whole set, not just the fun stuff. A true STEM toy will teach every part of the experiment including the safety part.
When looking for a great STEM toy make sure to check out Hand2mind they have a wide range of toys that will get your child to fall in love with learning.
We got this free in exchange for an honest review.
Have you check out the Play Foam Pals yet? You can get these in great 2 packs and they don’t just have foam to play with they have a new friend hidden inside too. Foam is a must in our home this is a perfect sensory toy for my little Autistic one. It really does help calm him down and keep his hand’s busy.
There are 12 different foam animal pals to collect and different color foam to collect too. I love that they have great different colors. You can of course keep your colors separate or mix and match them to build different things.
Little guy left the foam out over night and it did not dry up. It was still ready to play with the next day. I love this It means if we forget we are not going to have to throw it away.
If you are looking for the perfect stocking stuffer this year make sure you have Play Foam Pals ready for the stocking. It is perfect for any little one fun and a surprise friend.
Education Insights has a wide range of fantastic toys your kids are going to love this year. Make to check them out when shopping for the holidays this year.
We got this free in exchange for an honest review.
1) SELF BALANCING MODE – This hoverboard self balances with or without a rider on it, always staying level with the ground making it easier to ride
2) 400 WATTS – Dual Motors boost the ion electric hoverboard up to 7mph
3) LED LIGHTING – Features color LED lights in the wheels that pulse blue and two LED headlights
4) PERFECT FOR ALL RIDERS – This hoverboard isn’t just for kids! It’s for riders of all sizes and able to carry up anyone up to 200 lbs
5) ELECTRICAL SAFETY CERTIFIED – Electrical, battery, and charger systems tested & certified to UL 2272 safety standards.
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I was so excited when I got the chance to check out Oliver the Ornament. This is not only a very cute ornament for our tree this year but it came with a very cute book that has an amazing story and fantastic illustrations.
Oliver is a very sweet ornament that they got on their first date. After many years and 2 kids together, they have added to their tree family.
Unfortunately, as they added to their ornament family not all were as nice as they should be.
As Oliver started to get bullied a lot more happens that will bring them all together.
Being bullied is a touchy subject in our home having an Autistic son means he is more likely to get bullied in school. I always wonder how he will handle it. Will he understand what is going on? Will he know what to do? I love that this book helps him understand that’s its not something to react to. That it is something we have to handle together.
They even have a spot in the book to write your own story about your ornaments.
Me and hubby have gotten a new Ornament every year. Always something that means something to both of us and our life that year. I love that this book helps to show how special that can be in life. We could go out and buy 100 ornaments but none of them would be special and none of them would tell the story of our life together.
If you are looking for the one special item to buy for your family this year make sure to pick up Oliver the Ornament. This is a must have gift for the family.
We got this free in exchange for an honest review.
Does your family love a great game night? Now we have a new game that your family is going to love It’s Chickapig. This is a great game that will be a blast for your whole family. You are trying to get your color to your goal while dodging the others. With your hay bales, your guys and a cow you have to doge and scram to get to your goal.
Game creator (and custom guitar maker to country and rock legends), Brian Calhoun, joined forces with his farming buddy Dave Matthews to take his board game from farm (to tour bus) to tables across the country!
Chickapig is a highly social and strategic board game where Chicken-Pig hybrids attempt to cross the board and reach their goals while dodging opponents, hay bales, and an ever-menacing pooping cow. Think chess meets checkers but with a ton more laughter!
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As you all know we love to find great games to play with our boys. There is nothing like turning off the electronics and having a fun family game night. It’s a great way to re connect and check in with everyone. Today families are always so busy, making time for each other whether its for a meal or some family fun must be a priority.
Not Parent Approved has made it so easy to have a great game night with the family. Each player picks 7 red cards to start with. To start this fun game, you need to have a burp off. Make sure to get your best burp out so you can be the burp boss.
The burp boss will draw the blue question card and read it out-loud. Each player will choose the red answer card they think is best and slide it to the burp boss. He will shuffle the red cards without looking at them, then read the blue card as he reads each red answer card.
The burp boss picks the winner the winner gets to keep the blur card. Then move to the left for the next burp boss and keep on going. The payer with the most blue cards at the end of the game wins.
You can buy the game set for Not Parent Approved, also extender packs. To play the game over and over and always have it be something new and fun.
Parents now have permission to let kids behave inappropriately with the hilarious family card game Not Parent Approved. While unexpected burps and farts can be considered bad manners, they do create laughter, hence the basis of this unconventional Family Night of fun. The 455 cards (105 questions and 350 answers) involve cultural references from Taylor Swift to wedgies. Best of all, it’s offline requiring no plugs, cords, earbuds or charging. Kids must look at each other and interact in conversation. Imagine that!
Not Parent Approved Awards
Dr. Toy 100 Best Children’s Products
National Parenting Product Awards 2016 Winner
Scholastic Parent & Child 2016 Gold Star Toy
Tillywig Toy Awards’ Best Family Fun Award Winner
Expansion Packs
As the July 2018 The Toy Insider describes, “an additional 20 blue question cards and 60 red answer cards, meaning more options for frequent players to keep that element of surprise in the game.” Expansion Packs #1 and #2 each have 20 blue questions cards and 60 red answer cards. There’s also a blank expansion card deck so you can make your own cards!
When the kids are bored or you need to wait 20 minutes for a restaurant table, open up this card game and watch their eyes light up! It’s 100% family-friendly despite the awkward name. Two mompreneurs designed the card deck to reintroduce a love of tabletop games for a screen-obsessed generation. It is certainly attention-grabbing while quick, simple play for every tween, teen and college kid in the household.
We got this free in exchange for an honest review.
It’s all about Jack Jack in our house. From the first commercial he saw he wanted to know everything about Jack Jack. Now That the movie has come out he is so excited to watch Incredibles 2. It has been years since our first one and it was well worth the wait. The Family has only gotten more entertaining and of course Jack jack is finally coming into his powers. What are his powers? Well pretty much everything lol.
Jack Jack of course is my sons favorite but my favorite has always been Edna. I love her flair and her sense of style. The bonus material had a great a fashionable assortment of bonus clips and concept art that highlight the world of Edna Mode, including a look at her deleted rival
Dylan’s Review Of Aunt Edna
Dylan likes Aunt Edna because she made Jack Jacks costume and he loves Jack Jack. She took good care of him and he wanted to be just like her. He also likes her because she made them red and red is his favorite color. Aunt Edna is funny and takes care of everyone.
As we all know my son is a man of few words but gets his point across lol
Dash to Get Your Copy of the Most Anticipated Sequel of All Time!
Disney•Pixar’s “Incredibles 2”
Arrives Digitally Oct. 23 and Bursts Onto Blu-ray Nov. 6
Featuring an all-new mini-movie starring Edna Mode, alternate scenes, never-before-revealed details about the making of the film, featurettes highlighting Pixar’s genius artists, and much, much more
BURBANK, Calif. (Sept. 6, 2018) — It’s not a stretch to say audiences have missed their favorite family of Supers over the past 14 years. Disney•Pixar’s “Incredibles 2,” the sequel to 2004’s beloved Oscar®-winning “The Incredibles,” received a mega-strong reaction from critics and audiences — earning a 93 percent critics rating on Rotten Tomatoes, rocketing atop the list of highest-grossing animated films, and surpassing $1 billion at the global box office. Fans can reunite with this incredible family of Supers instantly on Digital in HD and 4K Ultra HD™ and on Movies Anywhere on Oct. 23, and on Blu-ray 4K Ultra HD,™ Blu-ray™ DVD and On-Demand on Nov. 6.
Family members of all ages will be hypnotized by hours of delightful entertainment, with never-before-seen “Incredibles 2” bonus material highlighting the beloved characters in the film and the filmmakers who bring them to life. When audiences instantly bring home the film two weeks early on Digital, they will receive additional exclusive featurettes, including two SuperScene Breakdowns and Samuel L. Jackson discussing his character Frozone a.k.a. “The Coolest Guy in Show Business.” Overall bonus includes an all-new mini-movie “Auntie Edna,” which gives a glimpse of fashion visionary Edna Mode’s all-night endeavor to design a suit to best harness baby Jack-Jack’s expanding super powers. Also included are an inside look at the impressive production team at Pixar Animation Studios; documentaries highlighting the film’s relatable characters and stand-out scenes; 10 never-before-revealed scenes; filmmaker commentary; the touching theatrical short “Bao” and a corresponding featurette about how the dumplings sprung to life; and much, much more.
“Incredibles 2” is packaged and released in several different ways, offering families the flexibility to watch the movie instantly and on a variety of devices of their choosing, including Digital 4K Ultra HD, HD and SD and physically as a 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray and Digital Copy), a Multi-Screen Edition (Blu-ray, DVD and Digital Copy) and a single DVD. Additionally, the Digital HD/SD, Blu-ray and DVD versions of the film have been modified in an effort to accommodate photosensitive viewers, however individual sensitivities may vary.
In “Incredibles 2,” Helen (voice of Holly Hunter) is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob (voice of Craig T. Nelson) navigates the day-to-day heroics of “normal” life at home with Violet (voice of Sarah Vowell), Dash (voice of Huck Milner) and baby Jack-Jack—whose super powers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot that threatens everything. But the Parrs don’t shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone (voice of Samuel L. Jackson) by their side. That’s what makes this family so Incredible.
BONUS FEATURES (may vary by retailer)
Digital Exclusives:
The Coolest Guy in Show Business – In this partially illustrated documentary, Samuel L. Jackson reflects how his childhood and love of comics shaped his passion for film and imaginative storytelling.
2 SuperScene Breakdowns – Casual commentary-style pieces looking at specific scenes in the film (The Racoon Fight and Mrs. Incredible) through a particular creative focus like action choreography, set design or story.
Blu-ray & Digital:
All-New “Auntie Edna” Mini-Movie – When Bob Parr visits super-suit designer Edna Mode looking for help with his high-energy toddler Jack-Jack, Edna pulls an all-nighter designing a suit to harness the baby’s seemingly limitless powers.
10 Deleted Scenes With Introductions – Suburban Escape, Kari Revisited, Return of the Supers, Chewed Out, Late Audition, Slow Day, Frozone and Honey, Restaurant Robbery, Fashion Show and Security Breakdown.
Super Stuff – From buildings and vehicles to costumes and props, every action movie requires a lot of really cool stuff. Meet the makers and learn what it takes to design and build such a uniquely incredible world.
Heroes & Villains – A collection of mini-docs about the backstory and major design ideas behind the “Incredibles 2” characters — featuring voice actors, director Brad Bird, and Pixar artists talking about the many elements that make these characters feel real.
Ralph Eggleston: Production Designer – This short piece explores the many ways a single production designer has influenced the look, feel and character of the Pixar universe, culminating in “Incredibles 2.”
Strong Coffee: A Lesson in Animation with Brad Bird – Brad Bird’s passion for animation dates back to his childhood and mentorship under Disney’s Milt Kahl, and that enthusiasm and powerful insight emanates from every film he’s made. Take a deep dive into Brad’s early years at Disney Animation Studios and his time at Pixar.
Paths to Pixar: Everyday Heroes – At its heart, “Incredibles 2” is about family dynamics and the challenges of being a working parent. Meet the parents of Pixar as they discuss their personal connections to the film and their experience with stretching to balance work and family.
SuperBaby – A documentary/hip hop music video hybrid hosted by Frankie and Paige from Disney Channel’s Bizaardvark. This piece explores how Jack-Jack came to life onscreen — from design to special effects to animation — all set to a hot beat.
Commentary – Get inside commentary from animators Alan Barillaro (supervising animator), Tony Fucile (supervising animator, story artist and character designer), Dave Mullins (supervising animator) and Bret Parker (animation second unit and crowds supervisor).
Theatrical Short: “Bao” – An aging Chinese mom suffering from empty nest syndrome gets another chance at motherhood when one of her dumplings springs to life as a lively, giggly dumpling boy.
Making “Bao” – Director Domee Shi shares her secret recipe for making an animated short — discussing how her rich cultural heritage, unique relationship with her mom, and her love of food all informed the making of the food-fantasy “Bao.”
Outtakes & Stories – Raccoon Fight Story, Evelyn Animation Outtakes, Puppet Animator Interview, Outtakes Goofy Arms Story and SuperBaby Music Video.
Character Theme Songs, Vintage Toy Commercial TV Spots , Toolkit Montage and Global “Incredibles 2” Trailers
DVD:
Theatrical Short: “Bao” & Commentary
“Incredibles 2” Cast and Crew
Holly Hunter and Craig T. Nelson return as the voices of Helen and Bob Parr, who still struggle to juggle their duties as parents and Supers. Sarah Vowell once again provides the voice of the teen-queen of sarcasm Violet, while Huck Milner joins the cast as the voice of 10-year-old Dash, and Samuel L. Jackson reprises his role as the voice of Lucius Best – aka Frozone. “Incredibles 2” also features the voices of Brad Bird as fashion visionary Edna “E” Mode, Bob Odenkirk as savvy businessman and Super fan Winston Deavor, Catherine Keener as tech pro Evelyn Deavor, Jonathan Banks as Rick Dicker, Sophia Bush as up-and-coming hero Voyd, and Isabella Rossellini as an influential ambassador and advocate for Supers.
Written and directed by Brad Bird (“The Iron Giant,” “The Incredibles,” “Ratatouille”) and produced by John Walker (“The Incredibles,” “Tomorrowland”) and Nicole Paradis Grindle (“Sanjay’s Super Team” short, “Toy Story 3” associate producer), “Incredibles 2” is executive produced by John Lasseter. “The Incredibles” was the film that introduced Oscar®-winning composer Michael Giacchino (“Up,” “Tomorrowland”) to moviegoers, and he returns to the Incredibles universe to create the score for “Incredibles 2.”
Disc Specifications
Product SKUs: Digital= 4K UHD, HD, SD
Physical= 4K Ultra HD Combo Pack (4K UHD+Blu-ray Feature+Blu-ray Bonus+Digital Copy), Multi-Screen Edition (Blu-ray Feature+Blu-ray Bonus+DVD+Digital Copy) and DVD
Feature Run Time: Approximately 118 minutes
Rating: PG in U.S., PG in CE, and G in CF
Aspect Ratio: 2.39:1
Resolution:4K UHD = 3840 x 2160, HD = 1920 x 1080, SD = 720 x 480. Some flashing-lights scenes in 4K UHD (physical and digital) versions may effect photosensitive viewers.
Audio:4K UHD Blu-ray = English Dolby Atmos, English, Spanish and French 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus, English 5.1 Dolby Digital, English 2.0 Dolby Digital, English 2.0 Descriptive Audio
4K UHD Digital = English Dolby Atmos (platform dependent), English 7.1 (platform dependent), English, Spansih & French 5.1, English, Spanish & French 2.0
Blu-ray = English 7.1 DTS-HDMA, English 5.1 DTS-HDHR, English 2.0 Dolby Digital, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital Language Tracks, English 2.0 Descriptive Audio
DVD = English, Spanish and French 5.1 Dolby Digital Language Tracks, English 2.0 Dolby Digital, English 2.0 Descriptive Audio
HD Digital = English 7.1 (platform dependent), English, Spansih & French 5.1, English, Spanish & French 2.0
Subtitles:Blu-ray= English SDH, Spanish and French Subtitles
As you all know we love a great Disney show. About 2 weeks ago I went to visit my sister and had not seen Vampirina yet. My nephew put on Vampirina and we were sucked in. I got to see it from episode one me and little loved every episode. Now the fun can continue at our house any time we want. No worries about a bunch of episodes tapped on the DVR we have some great episodes here on DVD.
Vampirina is a young girl living with her fellow monster parents trying to fit in and living in the normal person world. Her best friend is human and knows her secret . They work together to keep their secret and have some fun.
Rock Out with Vampirina and The Ghoul Girls!
VAMPIRINA: GHOUL GIRLS ROCK!
Bring It Home on Disney DVD November 6th
Includes Six 22-minute Episodes of Disney Junior’s Hit Animated Series “Vampirina,” Plus Seven Bonus shorts!
Synopsis: Follow Vampirina and her two best friends, Poppy and Bridget, as they take the stage and start their very own band: the Ghoul Girls! Cheer them on as they travel to Transylvania for their first-ever talent competition and go on many more awesome adventures! Amped with six music-filled episodes, plus seven bonus animated shorts, Vampirina: Ghoul Girls Rock! soars to fang-tastic new heights as Vee and her friends learn how to find their inner ghoul and rock out!
Voice Cast: Isabella Crovetti as Vampirina; Lauren Graham as Oxana Hauntley;James Van Der Beek as Boris Hauntley;Wanda Sykes as Gregoria; Mitchell Whitfield as Demi;Jordan Alexa Davis as Poppy; ViviAnn Yeeas Bridget; and Dee Bradley Baker as Wolfie.
Executive Producer: Chris Nee
Episodes: Vampire Weekend / The Bird Who Knew Too Much
The Ghoul Girls / Game Night
Oldie But a Ghouldie / Beast in Show
Vampirina Ballerina / Treasure Haunters
Home Scream Home
Countess Vee / Frights, Camera, Action!
Bonus: Vampirina Ghoul Girls Rock! Music Video Shorts:
Living the Scream
Inner Ghoul
Transylvania Girls
Ghoul Glam
Boogieman Boogie
Everybody Scream, Everybody Howl
The Mummy Rap
Release Date: November 6, 2018
Ratings: TV-Y (US); G (CE/CF)
Total Run Time: Approximately 132 minutes
Aspect Ratio: 1.78:1 Widescreen (Enhanced for 16×9 Televisions)
Audio: 2.0 Dolby Digital
Languages: English
Subtitles: English SDH
We got this free in exchange for an honest review.
