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LeapFrog makes learning products that blend innovative technology with time-tested teaching techniques for fun and educational results.
We are big fans of our LeapFrog TAG and LeapFrog just sent us a new way to enjoy it: two sets of early reader books that teach short and long vowel sounds.
My daughter knows her letters and the sounds they make and she is just about ready to make the jump from pre-literacy skills to literacy. Every day she grabs her TAG pen and reads through several of the new TAG “Learn to Read” books.
MySims Party
The arcade-style games, like many Wii games, are more physical than typical videogames. For example, one game involves outrunning a robot. Others include flipping bacon and extreme snowboarding.
You can make summer a fun, educational time for your kids. Prevent summer learning loss with “stealth” educational activities.
If your kids enjoy playing video games and being online, introduce them to the All Star Buddies. Moms Caryn Burns and Cindy Prince started www.allstarbuddies.com in order to close the gap between websites that were created for entertainment and those developed for education.
My hopes were high when I received a review sample of Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009 for the Nintendo Wii
The Amazon reviews of Jillian Michaels Fitness Ultimatum 2009 are mixed. Some love the workout, and others pan the poor graphics and slow response time. After trying the game, I can understand the love/hate reviews.
Make family game night even more exciting with Trivial Pursuit for the Nintendo Wii. Play a video version of the classic game or try a new twist by playing in “Facts and Friends” mode.
I think I juggle a lot as a mom, but being a kid is hard work too. Keeping up with homework and studying for tests while also participating in sports, activities or music lessons can be tough.
The LeapFrog® Crammer is a great electronic study aide for kids (8-14) that combines electronic flash cards and quizzes with a digital music player. LeapFrog sent Mamanista one to test. I tried it out before giving it to a 5th grader to “review.” Both of us give it a thumbs up.
I wish I’d had the Crammer when I …
Video Games aren’t for everyone. Candace makes a big effort to engage in only “unplugged” play. Her little girl watches almost no tv, and I highly doubt she’ll be playing video games anytime soon. While I embrace the unplugged play philosophy in theory, I see a lot of value in video games as well.
I have many happy memories of playing games on the original Atari system with my brother, and I’ve made my living in the dot com world. So Candace was amused- but probably not shocked since she’s known me so long- to discover …
Staples sent us one of their great gift items to try out: the Omnitech™ 7” Digital Photo Frame (ARV $99.99, on sale right now for $59.99).
Digital Photo Frames make great gifts for gadget lovers. I’m giving the Omnitech™ 7” Digital Photo Frame to my husband so he can display and share hundreds of pictures of our children without cluttering up his desk at work. This is also a great grandparent present because there is no need to choose a favorite shot. Every photograph can be in the best spot in …
Traveling to see family and friends for the holidays? Dealing with holiday traffic or delayed flights can stress out even the most zen-like Mama. But whether you are an experienced traveler or terrified of taking a flight or roadtrip with your tot, we have tips for you. Check out Mamanista’s Guide to the Best Gear for Traveling with Babies and Kids.
And here are a few of our favorite new products for traveling with kids:
For the Little Ones: What’s A Dragon Art and Activity Backpack by the Piggy Story ($39.95 at LittleJetSet.com) is a …
