I bought 2 of these. One each for my 4 and 5 year old. What can you say about Crayola? It is a trusted brand for a reason. The product is great and the kids love it. But, I am an amateur artist myself, and love to dabble in watercolors as well. Guess I should have gotten 3 !!!Get more detail about Crayola 16 Ct Washable Watercolors.
Monday, May 31, 2010
Where To Buy Crayola 16 Ct Washable Watercolors
I bought 2 of these. One each for my 4 and 5 year old. What can you say about Crayola? It is a trusted brand for a reason. The product is great and the kids love it. But, I am an amateur artist myself, and love to dabble in watercolors as well. Guess I should have gotten 3 !!!Get more detail about Crayola 16 Ct Washable Watercolors.
Shop For Orb Factory Sticky Mosaics: Unicorns and Ponies
Bought this for my niece and she loved it. She had me help her put some of the stickers on, and I loved it too. :) Only problem, there are not enough stickers if kids make mistakes or don't use the stickers where they're supposed to go. For instance, my niece started putting some of the stickers on her earlobes, and so she didn't have enough stickers for the pictures. Aside from the sticker thing, great, great toy that is fun for a child and an adult!Get more detail about Orb Factory Sticky Mosaics: Unicorns and Ponies.
Make Your Own Lip Balm
This project is a big mess! It was fun at first for my daughter to stick the stickers on the containers, dump colors into the Vaseline-like goo, and make a gooey mess. Then, her hands got too greasy to operate correctly and it became annoying. The end result is stinky and barely colorful goo that's too hard to actually contain in the greasy tiny containers. The process was messy and annoying for both of us and we're throwing away the finished lip balm.Get more detail about Make Your Own Lip Balm.
Prismacolor 92807 Prismacolor Scholar Colored Woodcase Pencils, 48 Assorted Colors/Set Review
My granddaughter is an aspiring anime artist. I wanted to give her a NICE set of colored pencils but wasn't ready to spend $100 on a set at her age. She uses this brand in her art class, so I thought this set would be a good quality choice at a reasonable price. She was excited to receive them on Christmas. But these pencils are TERRIBLE! They are brittle and constantly break, are impossible to sharpen, and they do not color smoothly or evenly! She said that the cheap ones from the craft store are better, and these are now going unused. We will splurge on a better set for her birthday. Don't waste your money on these!Get more detail about Prismacolor 92807 Prismacolor Scholar Colored Woodcase Pencils, 48 Assorted Colors/Set.
Sunday, May 30, 2010
Ohio Art Classic Etch A Sketch In 1960 Box Top Quality
I ordered 2 of these for my grandchildren because I had so much fun with them growing up. I was disappointed because they are smaller than they used to be and the lines you draw are too fine. They don't erase as easily either. I would love to find the original etch a sketch but I'm afraid that doesn't exist anymore.Get more detail about Ohio Art Classic Etch A Sketch In 1960 Box.
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Not much to say, if you know how to use doodle pads, you know how it works. It uses a magnetic mechanism to mark the screen with the magnetic tools (pencil and attachments). It's educational value is quadruplet if your child knows how it works. You'd need to explain magnets and how they work first, of course.
Enough of the boring explanations, the toy does what it was made to do. But this is high quality construction, not anywhere close to the cheap ones. It has handles on each side which makes it easy to carry. It's screen is as big as an average sized laptop screen. The pencil is held by a string, which makes it impossible to get lost.
My son who is autistic has stood on this toy and attempted to break it many times, he hasn't succeeded yet. It is almost 5 months old.
Great toy and IT LASTS! Nothing else to be said.Get more detail about Fisher-Price Doodle Pro Purple.
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it will leak on the outer part of your tub and get everywhere...but it is soap and easily washes off...my son enjoys spelling letters in the tub with this..it does not irritate his skin...Get more detail about Sesame Street Finger Paint Bubble Bath.
Draw In The Tub Crayons (6) Best Quality
I bought these as a gift for my 6 year old granddaughter who loves baths and to draw. A 2 in 1 gift. She enjoyed them so much, she used them up in 3 baths. My daughter said the first time they were used KT was so quiet everyone thought she fell asleep in the tub...then she let out a yell. When the family ran to the bathroom they were they were delighted to see a wall of art work. KT was so proud and she did not want to leave the tub. My daughter said the clean up was done in seconds with the hand shower. Thank youGet more detail about Draw In The Tub Crayons (6).
Saturday, May 29, 2010
Alex Toys My First Sewing Kit Get it now!
I bought this for my mature 6 year old. She really liked it for the first 15 minutes, but I ended up having to finish the craft for her. The needle is real and I was a little worried she'd hurt herself. She did drop it a few times and we had to comb the carpet to find it. So it's not the most relaxing craft, but the end result is really cute and I think she'll want to do it again. She says "I think it's a really good present, but it was hard to thread the needle."Get more detail about Alex Toys My First Sewing Kit.
Board Dudes Magnetic Dry Erase Rewards Chore Chart (11020-4) Buy Now
We love this product. My son likes that he can see his rewards and progress.Get more detail about Board Dudes Magnetic Dry Erase Rewards Chore Chart (11020-4).
SunWorks Construction Paper Smart-Stack Asst, 9 inches x12 inches, 11 Colors, 300 Sheets (6525) Order Now
I bought this paper for my daughter and she really loves it. I didn't mind spending the ten bucks on it, but I admit that I did not shop around. Perhaps ten dollars is a bit high for this product, considering what it is.
I was a bit annoyed that white is a color and they give you more white pages than any other color, considering I think people would buy this package for the COLORS and not simple white.
Also it's not as heavy a paper as I thought it would be. It's heavier than copy paper, that is for sure, but when I think of construction paper it's not as thin and fine as what this turned out to be.
Overall we are satisfied but I am not going to rush out and buy this again when my daughter blows through it. I wouldn't completely rule out buying it again but I'll definitely shop around next time.Get more detail about SunWorks Construction Paper Smart-Stack Asst, 9 inches x12 inches, 11 Colors, 300 Sheets (6525).
Friday, May 28, 2010
10 ct. 2 oz. Bottles - Assorted Color Washable Kid's Paint Right now
This paint is great and washes off of hands and clothing easily. The bottles are small. We used the paint very quickly and had to get more.
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Lowest Price Alex Loop N Loom

My daughter received this for xmas and played it with it for hours the first few days which isn't like her. She has played with it off an on since xmas. Today January 30th she got it out and played with it several hours. She has made several potholder. The only negative I have is that it is difficult to tie and the pot holders shrink up. So she LOVES playing with it the bad thing is she doesn't really get anything out of it.Get more detail about Alex Loop N Loom.
Save Wikki Stix Big Count Box
I bought these Wikki Stix to use with my 2nd grade special education students. I thought we could use them to make spelling words, or answers to math facts and it would be something new and interesting to help learning. My students LOVE them and ask to play with them all the time - even during free time!! It's great to see them using their imaginations! I've only had them for a month or so, but so far, they are very durable (and the kids are tough on them)! I'm going to buy a smaller set for my niece and my friends daughter (one 4 yr. old and one 5 yr. old) for their birthdays in the summer! Would definitely recommend them to anyone!Get more detail about Wikki Stix Big Count Box.
Discount Alex Toys My Art Expandable File
I love this product! I have one for each for each of my children. I keep it in their closet and file their art projects, report cards, writing samples, class photos by grade beginning with the toddler years, preschool, Kindergarten... If I am selective I think it should get us through elementary school.Get more detail about Alex Toys My Art Expandable File.
Thursday, May 27, 2010
Cheap ZipBin Dinosaur Playset
Santa bought this for my daughter this past Christmas so she could have something to not only play on, but also to neatly contain her dinosaur collection. Well, this play mat certainly does both. She enjoys opening it up and zippering it shut when she's done. It's so convenient and fun for her to have the storage site of her collection open up to little world for her beloved dinos.Get more detail about ZipBin Dinosaur Playset.
Buying Iwako Japanese Eraser Set - School Supplies
Just received it in the mail today.
It was VERY adorable! It comes with a pair of scissors, a stapler, a backpack, a little pouch, a pencil sharpener [the crank really rotates!], and slippers, because students in Japan wear them in school. Please note that these are all ERASERS!
Very cute ones, I'd like to add ;) I plan to show them off very soon. <3Get more detail about Iwako Japanese Eraser Set - School Supplies.
Purchase Fabric Markers
At first I rated this product poorly thinking it wasn't very good. However, my boyfriend exclaimed to me later after I wrote my first review that the markers worked well and that it was one of the t-shirt transfers I bought that did not work well. Therefore, I have to say that the product is very good.Get more detail about Fabric Markers.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Order Crayola 28ct Colored Oil Pastel Sticks
We got these for my daughter as part of an art kit for Christmas, and all of my children have had lots of fun playing with them. They are good quality and have lead to experimentation in color and art skills.Get more detail about Crayola 28ct Colored Oil Pastel Sticks.
Where To Buy Crayola 150-Count Telescoping Crayon Tower
I actually bought this for one of the adults in the office I work in. I work for a Construction Company and our project managers & engineers have to color in plans prior to bids. He was so happy to have such a new color collection to use. This was/is great and thanks for creating something that was not only fun, but functional.Get more detail about Crayola 150-Count Telescoping Crayon Tower.
Shop For Alex Friend 2 Friend Friendship Bracelet Kit
This kit was purchased for an 8 year old girl...she was not able to do it without the help of her parent. The quality of the item was less than expected.Get more detail about Alex Friend 2 Friend Friendship Bracelet Kit.
Orb Factory Sticky Mosaics: Fairies
My granddaughter loves crafty items and this toy has provided her hours of funtime with me and without me. This toy is great for the imagination too.Get more detail about Orb Factory Sticky Mosaics: Fairies.
Play-Doh: Fun Factory Deluxe Set Review
In response to the reveiwer that stated that the item is cheaper at toysrus, I wanted to first say "thanks!!" for the tip but also let people know that if your local store doesn't have it in stock (which mine didn't), buying it from amazon ends up being the same as [...] because of the $8 shipping that [...] adds on. I am a Amazon Prime customer so I don't pay shipping on this item. I would rather buy from Amazon if price is equal due the superior customer service that I have received from Amazon in the past.Get more detail about Play-Doh: Fun Factory Deluxe Set.
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons (8 pack) Immediately
I bought these for my two year old who wanted to color on the dry erase board after seeing me use it with my piano students. I didn't want to let her use the markers. These crayons work well, and they do not smell like dry erase markers, a plus for me. My only complaint is that they do not erase easily. You have to rub them off the board instead of wiping like a regular dry erase marker. You can also use these on some laminated surfaces. I have a map of the US that my daughter likes to color on. Again, rub off to clean it. We have enjoyed this product and I recommend it!Get more detail about Crayola Washable Dry Erase Crayons (8 pack).
Aquadoodle Brush and Pen [Toy] Best Quality
Yesterday I received the product very well, it's very easy to use for children. I like what he does not have to worry because the child will not stain.Get more detail about Aquadoodle Brush and Pen [Toy].
Monday, May 24, 2010
Creativity for Kids Shrinky Dink Deluxe Get it now!
My son gave these to my 6-year-old daughter for Christmas and she has spent hours coloring and shrinking! This is a great kit that has jewelry, hair accessories and other girl items. Lots of fun!Get more detail about Creativity for Kids Shrinky Dink Deluxe.
Crayola 240 Sheet Construction Paper Buy Now
It arrived neatly packaged, assorted colors, 240 sheets just as advertised. I don't think cartwheels would be appropriate, but I am certainly satisfied with the purchase.Get more detail about Crayola 240 Sheet Construction Paper.
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Alex Paper Roll White, 12"X100' Decide Now
I purchased this roll to go along with the Alex Super Art Table I also bought on Amazon. Beware - This size roll (12") is too short for the table! I bought it since Amazon recommended that this product go along with the table I was purchasing. I figured, what the heck, it's only $10 I'll add an extra paper roll to my order. But...my table takes the 18" wide paper...which I found out Christmas Eve when I put the table together. This paper would look lost on the big table. Luckily the table does come with a starter roll of paper which is the correct 18" width. Stay away from this roll of paper if you are buying the Alex Super Art Table!! Or you'll end up wasting your money!Get more detail about Alex Paper Roll White, 12"X100'.
Crayola Color Wonder Refill Pad Right now
Bought this for our great granddaughter with the Crayola colors to go with it. We like to buy the children gifts that will help their imagination. This was definitely a good buy.Get more detail about Crayola Color Wonder Refill Pad.
Lowest Price Fisher-Price Doodle Pro Red
This was a Christmas hit. I purchased it because he loved the little one so much. My 2 year old loves to color and know I don't have to worry about the mess or the walls.Get more detail about Fisher-Price Doodle Pro Red.
Low Price Crayola 64 Ct Pip - Squeaks Skinnies Markers
These markers were just what I needed, and the inks are bright and vibrant. I enjoy using them, and will buy them again if I ever need a new set. Once my grandchildren are old enough for markers I'll be getting them each a set.Get more detail about Crayola 64 Ct Pip - Squeaks Skinnies Markers.
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Save Alex Toys My First Mosaic, Alex Little Hands Art Series
My 3 kiddos of ages 2 through 5 all enjoyed this fun craft. Learn colors and shapes and more! Very fun!Get more detail about Alex Toys My First Mosaic, Alex Little Hands Art Series.
Cheapest Alex My Wooden Flower Press - 7" X 7"
Purchased this toy to educate about and stimulate interest in local native flowers. Allows kids and adults to craft nice cards and crafts using dried flowers. Purchase before spring flower blooming. The only downside is the SLOW compression method (long screws and wingnuts). This makes collection slow. Easy to lose wingnuts and screws in the field. Would prefer another compression method, but have not seen any on the market.Get more detail about Alex My Wooden Flower Press - 7" X 7".
Cheap Replacement Easel Paper Roll 18"
I was mislead into believe that this Replacement Easel Paper Roll 18" would be a suitable replacement for my daughter's "Rose Art, Smart Easel". This paper does not fit on the arm that holds the easel paper. The whole in the middle it too small to fit. I had to cut each sheet so that my daughter can use the paper. I'm not impressed with the false advertising. I sent a message to the manufacturer of the paper and to no one's surprise I have not heard back from them.
Look elsewhere and unless you want the extra work of pre-cutting each sheet don't waste your money.Get more detail about Replacement Easel Paper Roll 18".
Friday, May 21, 2010
Buying 8 piece hamster eraser set
These are really cute pieces! I bought them for my cousins, ages ranging from 6-19, and they all loved them! THey come apart like a puzzle, which is cute. I had to keep one for myself, it was too cute to give them all away. No one who got one uses them as an eraser, so I am not sure if they are really that great, I am no going to mess up mine to find out! I'm just worried that if you do try to erase with it, it would fall apart due to the puzzle nature to it, but I don't think many people would try to do that with these little guys! They are really detailed and great for people of all ages!Get more detail about 8 piece hamster eraser set.
Buy Smencils Gourmet Scented Pencils 10 Pack
These smell absolutely wonderful, as does the homework you do with them. The scents last and last for...well, so far, ever. The pencils are nice and sturdy...no leads falling out when you sharpen them. I LOVE that they are made from recycled newsprint. DD got these in her Easter basket...would also make good stocking stuffers or goody bag items. Smell like candy but healthy!Get more detail about Smencils Gourmet Scented Pencils 10 Pack.
Purchase Fisher-Price Doodle Pro Travel Green
My kiddos are 2 yrs (twins). Its a perfect size for their little hands and aside from creativity, it helps with dexterity and coordination. The education aspect of it was a surprise... as I use it to draw images for them (like shapes & animals) and they take much more interest than if I were just showing them pictures in a book. They love to take the pen and try and mock my lines. They also love hearing explanations about the things that Ive drawn. So... great, durable toy. Ill buy the larger version when their hands grow-up.Get more detail about Fisher-Price Doodle Pro Travel Green.
Thursday, May 20, 2010
Shop For Qualatex 260 Balloons (100/bag) Assorted Pink, Pastel Blue, White, Onyx Black, Quartz Purple, Sapphire Blue, Emerald Green, Ruby Red, Citrine Yellow and Mandarin Orange
Latex balloons are sensitive to the conditions that they are kept in. Heat makes them break down faster. I bought these balloons from Amazon.com and they weren't as stretchy or durable compared to ones that I bought from [...]. Could have been a bad batch, but I'm guessing that maybe they weren't kept in a cool place prior to shipping.Get more detail about Qualatex 260 Balloons (100/bag) Assorted Pink, Pastel Blue, White, Onyx Black, Quartz Purple, Sapphire Blue, Emerald Green, Ruby Red, Citrine Yellow and Mandarin Orange.
Spill Proof Paint Cups - Set of 4
I've worked with kids in and out of centers for 18 years, and the no-spill paint cup is a necessity.
It cuts down on the clean up and inevitable spills associated with young ones learning to paint.
Instead of hovering and saying "be careful!" all the time you can let their creativity flow.
You can also leave the paint in and cover it for the next time.Get more detail about Spill Proof Paint Cups - Set of 4.
Crayola 64 Ct Crayons This instant
I have three boys and when I need a min. of quiet time we bring out crayons and coloring books. my children love to make stories of the things they draw and color. we have a blast and crayons make it possible.Get more detail about Crayola 64 Ct Crayons.
Wednesday, May 19, 2010
Iwako Japanese Eraser / Ice Cream 7Pcs. Immediately
I ordered this Japanese eraser set from Amazon and it came just as described. For those of you who have never seen Japanese erasers, they are incredibly detailed. For instance, one of the cones from this set shows not only the waffle patter on the cone itself, but also the swirl pattern from a twist machine on the ice cream. As a warning to parents with small children, each eraser often comes apart into separate pieces, making them a severe choking hazard. For instance, the ice cream cones in this set, which are each about 1 inch long, easily comes apart between the ice cream and the cone. It is meant to do this, so of course, it also easily goes back together again.
Our girls play with them with their dolls, and imaginatively in other ways. Ironically, I actually have no idea how they work as erasers...Get more detail about Iwako Japanese Eraser / Ice Cream 7Pcs..
Educational Insights Smencils Colored Pencils 10-pack Order Now
This is a HOT item in my daughter's school. They were hard to find locally. Amazon carries them at a fair price and with shipping, how can you go wrong? These colored pencils smell when used. The mint one is said to promote greater focus...I'm not sure how much of a distraction they are in school (none that I can see). I DO know that my daughter absolutely loves them and will buy more when they are gone. Great fundraiser for those looking to raise money!Get more detail about Educational Insights Smencils Colored Pencils 10-pack.
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
My Drop Cloth (36X48) Right now
This drop cloth is fantastic. We use it under the Melissa and Doug stand-up easel. Children can paint without adults worrying about paint spills. Even if not painting, it is a good chalk dust collector as well. It is sturdy and wipes clean very easily. It also protects the hardwood floors from scrapes when the easel is bumped/dragged on the floor. This product should come with every stand-up easel.Get more detail about My Drop Cloth (36X48).
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I bought this for my 1 year old so she's have her own computer and hopefully she'd stop playing with mine. It worked really well for its purpose, but I don't know how educational it'll be once she gets older. I looked through the activities a little and it didn't seem to offer much learning, but maybe I just need to take a closer look.Get more detail about Fisher-Price Fun 2 Learn Color Flash Laptop.
Low Price Do-A-Dot Rainbow Art Set (Set of 6)
We purchased two sets of Do-a-Dot markers: one regular colors and one brilliant colors. My 2-year old son loves coloring with them and uses them easily and surprisingly accurately. Markers say "washable" on the box, and the dye is easily removed from the hands by washing with warm water and soap - my son has no trace of the dye after his evening bath. However, I would recommend adult supervision to keep markers' dye off the upholstery, curtains, and clothes.Get more detail about Do-A-Dot Rainbow Art Set (Set of 6).
Save Iwako Japanese Erasers: Bowling.
this is the best thing you will ever get.the kids will like it and the people will like it to! maybe some would love this!Get more detail about Iwako Japanese Erasers: Bowling..
Monday, May 17, 2010
Discount Step2 Easel For Two with Bonus Magnetic Letters/Numbers
This is well made, cool toy. My kids don't use it much, and I'm not sure why as it is very cool, easy to use. SturdyGet more detail about Step2 Easel For Two with Bonus Magnetic Letters/Numbers.
Buying Aquadoodle Accessories Travel Doodle 2010
As the mother of a very active 2 yr old boy, this toy is one of his favorites AND one of mine! I love it because there is NO MESS!!! It's a great toy for at home or in the car, at the airport or virtually anywhere! I would highly recommend this item to other moms!Get more detail about Aquadoodle Accessories Travel Doodle 2010.
Buy Small World Toys Express Sand and Water Double Sand Wheel
This is a great addition to a sand or water table. It keeps them entertained for a very long time.Get more detail about Small World Toys Express Sand and Water Double Sand Wheel.
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Where To Buy FACE PAINT BRUSH SET Set of 3 Snazaroo Brushes
Easy to use brushes, work well w/little kids. Helps apply face paint easily and quickly.Get more detail about FACE PAINT BRUSH SET Set of 3 Snazaroo Brushes.
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