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Twilight Lion and Lamb Keyring Bagclip

Twilight Lion and Lamb Keyring Bagclip




Made of sturdy metal measuring 4″ and includes charms of the lion, the lamb, apples, faceted beads, and the Twilight movie logo.

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3 Stars Key Chain
This key chain is cute for a Twilight fan! Some of the red and clear beads have fallen off but I’ve been able to put them back on easy enough.

4 Stars Twilighters will love this accessory ..Rate it an A
Twilight “Lion and Lamb” Keyring/ Bagclip

I bought it for a girlfriend of mine, and she absolutely loved it! Twilighters are pretty insanely in love with anything Twilight. This fulfills a need. Buy it if you’re a romantic. You’ll love this product.

I’d give it an A!

4 Stars Must have for the Twilighter
As was stated in other reviews, this item is not exceptionally strong, but is still a very cool item. Mine hangs from my rear-view mirror and I love it there! I would not use it as a key chain or bag tag because it just ins’t durable enough. But being aware of that, it is still worth the purchase!

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Leapfrog Tag Storage Case Pink

Leapfrog Tag Storage Case Pink



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LeapFrog WordLaunch Learn to Read It System



What a fun way to read! The LeapFrog WordLaunch system combines tactile play with animated onscreen learning activities in an exciting, carnival-theme game. Recommended for ages four through eight, children build words with the included tiles then watch them come to life on screen.

Plugs into any Television Set
This innovative system plugs right into your television set for easy and convenient viewing. It includes the WordLaunch machine, 32 letter tiles, tile storage tray, and TV connector cable. The WordLaunch measures 7-by-10-by-2-1/2 inches and 4 AA batteries are provided. Thirteen hands-on learning games help kids master language as they progress from sounding out letters to reading three and four-letter words. The WordLaunch is also a self-esteem booster and a great preparation tool for pre-school or kindergarten. It teaches phonics, word building, consonant blends, short vowels, and long vowels.

Kids love learning to read with this delightful sound-it, build-it, read-it system. And the delightful carnival game keeps them busy with many animated, on-screen learning activities. Plus, when the child is finished playing, this system tucks away nicely and has a storage tray for all the letters.

What’s in the Box
WordLaunch machine, 32 letter tiles, tile storage tray, and TV connector cable.

This innovative system plugs right into your television set for easy and convenient viewing.


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5 Stars leap frong word launch
My daughter is nonverbal with cognitive and fine motor problems. this toy is great for her to learn her letters, to spell, for attention, and easy to help her working with fine motor skills. It holds her attention with the colors, music, matching, and the ease of the game. I’m so happy that I purchased this for her. Parents, etc., should be aware of the advantages this toy has for special needs children right along with our non-special needs children.

5 Stars A great toy
My kids (4 and 6) have had this for over a year now, and still enjoy playing it. As with any LeapFrog product I have tried, I think it is very educational.

It’s nice to have some toys that they are actually learning something from.

5 Stars Wonderful for learning tool
I bought this item for my two year old grandson who was already learning his letters. He will play on this toy for hours if aloud to! And is learning while playing a video type game! It is a great Pre K learning tool.

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Naturally Playful Sandbox

Naturally Playful Sandbox




The Naturally Playful Sandbox is an attractive sandbox with a unique design. Featuring outdoor textures and natural colors, this sandbox blends right in to any backyard. Made of sturdy, durable plastic, this sandy play area looks like it’s made from real stone, and contains four molded-in “cornerstone” seats. The sunshine-motif lid protects the sand from weather, debris or any backyard critters. Plus, when the kids grow up, parents can even use the Naturally Playful Sandbox as a large planter. Comes fully assembled. Sand and sand toys sold separately. Measures approximately 51″ x 37″ x 15.5″.

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5 Stars Great Sandbox!
This is the best sandbox! It’s the biggest you can get under $100 and it fits my 3 kids and a couple friends just fine, especially if they sit around the edge! The lid is great – it has been raining very hard here for a week and there is not a drop of water in the sand! It’s also attractive and can fit in nicely.

5 Stars Nice Look and very durable
I bought this for my 4 year old niece for her birthday, since I gave it to her she hasn’t gotten out, she plays in it all day with her sister and cousins. And the look is very pleasing and not overly bright like some other sand boxes. Highly recommend and big enough for toys an about 3 kids at a time.

5 Stars The Best Sandbox for the Price
My son loves this sandbox. It has plenty of room for tons of sand and friends to share it with. He can even lay down and roll around if he wants. I especially love the sand box cover so little creatures done get in. It is also a nice neutral color that goes well in any setting. I would highly recommend this item to any family with toddlers.

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The Settlers of Catan

The Settlers of Catan




One of the most successful games of all time, Settlers of Catan is a trading and building game set in the mythical world of Catan. Players roll dice to determine which resources are generated each round and then must strategically trade those resources with other players to get what they need to build their settlements, cities, and roads. With multiple ways to gain victory points and a board that changes in every play, Settlers of Catan is a game that can be played hundreds of different ways. The base of a hugely successful franchise, with multiple engaging expansions, Settlers is the core game of many collections, and is a wonderful way to spend time with family and friends. For 3 to 4 players.

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5 Stars Addicting!
I bought this game on a recommendation from a game shop. They commented when I was leaving, “I’d tell you to have fun, but it’s SETTERLERS OF CATAN…”

I have to kids 9 and 13. We play it every weekend and sometimes during the weeknights. It is very addicting. It is educational and teaches kids the idea of trade.

Great Game!

5 Stars Best board game I’ve ever played!
This game is fantastic, it has provided countless hours of play for our family. We purchased it as a Christmas gift and the kids played almost non-stop for the entire holiday season…in fact, there was usually a line to get into the next game. If you have more than 4 people that want to play, tandems work very well. This can be especially helpful for younger kids that don’t quite understand strategies as well. When we played, kids and adults of all ages joined in and had a blast. We went ahead and immediately bought the 5-6 player extension so more people could play.

Each setup is totally unique, which makes each game totally unique. Strategy (and some luck) is required in order to be successful, but there are a number of strategies that can used to win the game. The corners of some of the cardboard pieces are starting to show a bit of wear, but it should be able to hold up for quite a bit longer. I highly recommend this game – you will not be disappointed!

2 Stars flimsy
I found the board pieces very flimsy and of poor quality material for the price. The hexagonal pieces kept sliding under the framework! This made the initial set-up very time-consuming. Then the rules of play were not as “simple” and clear as the gamemaker led one to believe. There are far too many little pieces that if you loose a few you probably can’t play this game!! Perhaps after you struggle through it a few times and have plenty of time, it might be as good as it’s rated.

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