Yazan: CanCan | 01 January 2010 | 174 Comments
Categories: Games, Giveaways, Reviews
I used to play tic-tac-toe a lot when I was a kid, particularly to quietly pass the time during religious services.
Don’t hate, you know you did it too!
In most games, there is a winner and a loser, but that is not always the case in tic-tac-toe. That is one game that can end in a [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 06 December 2009 | No Comments
Categories: Games, Recipes
When I was a kid, I loved the game Guess Who?, but as I got older it was a little too simple.
Goliath Games have improved this guessing game concept with That’s It!.
In That’s It!, you try to figure out which image your opponent secretly chose, asking only yes or no questions.
That’s It! has four different [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 01 December 2009 | No Comments
Categories: Books for children, Games, Green, Reviews
I Cherish Planet Earth Book and Matching Game is a unique, fun, and age-appropriate resource for teaching young children to be good stewards of the Earth.
Instead of conservation tips that are out of reach for children (walk instead of driving, keep your thermostat set conservatively?), I Cherish Planet Earth uses beautiful illustrations and succinct principles [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 27 November 2009 | 104 Comments
Categories: Games, Giveaways, Reviews
I am a fan of Haba, a Germany-based toy company with a high standard of quality and an understanding of good fun!
Jojo loves knights, so we were grateful to receive Castle Knights, a cooperative game from Haba for ages 5 and older.
The premise of the game is that the castle must be completed before the [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 25 November 2009 | 55 Comments
Categories: Games, Giveaways, Reviews
During the holidays, our thoughts often turn towards money.
How much can we spend? How much can we save? How much will we give to others in need?
As my children grow, I want to share with them my values about responsible spending, saving, and whole-hearted giving to those less fortunate.
One simple, concrete way to help kids [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 24 November 2009 | No Comments
Categories: Games, Reviews, Toys
My Amusement Park is a fun game for LeapFrog Leapster that lets kids build and maintain attractions, customization of rides and food venues.
There are game booths that feature 3 fast-paced arcade style games, a bank with money to keep the park running smoothly, and helpful hints and tutorials.
The game is all about creating and managing [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 22 November 2009 | 171 Comments
Categories: Games, Giveaways, Health, Reviews, Toys
We have a fun toy that I keep indoors for active play even when the weather is bad.
Our Labyrinth Balance Board is an easy concept for children ages five and older, but a challenge for everyone who give it a try!
The Labyrinth Balance Board is designed for children 5+. It comes with three colorful balls [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 21 November 2009 | No Comments
Categories: Educational products, Games, Reviews, Toys
I love games! Blurt! is right up my alley; easy to play for a wide range of ages and language abilities, not technical in the least, and often hilarious!
Blurt! is all about thinking fast: be the first to shout out the correct word that accompanies the definition read aloud on the card to earn the [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 21 November 2009 | 166 Comments
Categories: Games, Giveaways, Reviews, Toys
Have you heard about Swinxs?
It is an electronic gaming system, but it doesn’t use video! Swinxs is all about getting kids moving and promoting social interaction!
This is pretty much the opposite result of what most electronic gaming systems provide (sedentary-ness and social isolation).
Swinxs is durable, lightweight, water-resistant and cordless. Charge it up, and the battery [...]
Yazan: CanCan | 24 October 2009 | 106 Comments
Categories: Coupons, Games, Giveaways, Reviews, Toys
Preschoolers have an early bed time, which is good because you need that “mommy time” at the end of the day to unwind.
The problem is that preschoolers having seemingly boundless energy during the daylight hours. How do you channel The Force and keep them from turning your house upside down?
Hasbro has the right idea with [...]