Backpack with MP3 Player Holder - Review
April 11, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Product Name:
Eastsport Athletic Sling Trapezoid with MP3 Player Holder
Submitted By:
Guest Reviewer
Rating: 6
Description:
This backpack is designed so that you can carry your CD player or MP3 player and be able to listen to your music while walking, riding or just treking around. It has a single strap for easy carrying over one arm and has many compartment areas for carrying books, notepads and other items.
Review:
This backpack was made for the music lover in mind. The main compartment has a removable MP3 holder so that you always have your music right with you. There is a hole for your earphone cord to come out so you never have to bother anyone else with your music.
There are numerous compartments included in this backpack. All of these compartments have easy access with dual zippers. There is also a cell phone holder and the front pocket organizer has a detachable key chain holder. There are many places to store things like pens, pencils and all the necessities of the day. The bungee cord along the front panel makes access easier, without the big and bulky look of other backpacks.
The single shoulder strap allows you to carry the backpack over one shoulder. It is padded making for less strain on your arm and shoulder. It also includes side compression straps.
Criticism:
There are a couple of things I didn’t like about this backpack. The main compartment is not very big. If you are in high school or college and have a lot of books to carry this backpack is not going to be much help for carrying all the books needed at once. The material is not very durable. If you carry too much at once the zipper will have a tendency to stick. I was trying to loosen the zipper and the material tore very easily.
Where to purchase or seek additional information:
Walmart
Stockpile Your Pantry - How & Why - Show #33
April 11, 2008 | 9 Comments
One of the more obvious results of the rising fuel prices is that products that we use everyday are also rising in price. If it costs the manufacturer more money to ship a product, you can bet the manufacturer will then charge the consumer more to cover those increased charges.
This week Chele discusses the rising costs of food and necessary staples that every family needs. She shares the benefits of stockpiling our pantries in case of emergency and she also has some tips near the end of the show for saving money on food.
Get Started Stockpiling:
- MLS Show #21 - Money Saving Mom, Crystal Paine lays the foundation
- MLS Show #22 - Part Two with Crystal Paine on coupons & reward shopping
- One Year Food Stockpile - Shopping list to begin building your own
Mentioned in this Episode:
- Truck Driver Strike - Your food & supplies are delivered by these people!
- Gas pricing at the pump - probably not what you think…
- Aerogarden - I’m loving mine! No Green Thumb Needed: Try AeroGarden FREE
Edited to add: Cara, The Household Helper, also has a free guide to help you organize your stockpile and keep it the freshest possible once you get started. Get your free copy now: Food Storage Guide
My First LeapPad Learning System - Review
April 10, 2008 | 1 Comment
Product Name:
My First LeapPad Learning System
Submitted By:
Guest Reviewer
Rating:9
Description:
My First LeapPad Learning System, from the family of LeapPad products, is a wonderful learning tool for any preschooler. With letters, numbers, words, learning games and an easy to use system your child will be learning right from the start.
Review:
Many of us with toddlers in our life worry about them and their learning ability. Children’s learning abilities have grown so much over the years and what is expected of them at an early age has changed since we were children. This learning system can help parents be sure their child is ahead of the game when it’s time to start school.
It has bright colors and fascinating attachments that draw children in from the very start and keep them interested throughout their learning experience. It’s hard sometimes to find things that will captivate your toddler. Their attention span is very short and after a few minutes it’s time to move on. With LeapPad they WANT to come back for more.
The various cartridges and books have easy to follow and popular characters children already know and love. The system is easy for small hands to carry and maneuver. Each system comes with the basic book, but there are a lot of other interactive games, sing-a-longs and word plays you can buy separately.
Kids love to play games and sing songs. While doing this they can learn without even knowing it. For them it’s just playing, but for us it is the security of knowing they are learning at the same time.
With large numbers, letters and words your child will never be bored. They will enjoy seeing that there are four apples in the bucket. Before you know it your child will be counting everything in the house. They will be able to associate items with letters and be able to spell small words without really trying.
This learning pad will captivate your child and build their imagination. They won’t want to put it down and you won’t want them too. With LeapPad you can rest assured they are playing with something that is safe and fun while teaching him or her all the fundamentals they need.
Where to purchase or seek additional information:
My First LeapPad Learning System
Easy Learning PC System - Review
April 9, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Easy Learning PC System
Submitted by:
Guest Reviewer
Rating:8
Description:
This PC System is a perfect learning toy for toddlers. It was made with the toddler in mind. The child can interact with animals and play activities that will help them develop motor skills. They are very educational and need no real parental assistance to play. The system includes the keyboard and software.
Review:
This system is perfect for a young child. It was made to fit their needs and their understanding. There is no reading involved and the child can set their own pace of learning.
The way the keyboard is made and set up th child has total control. It is very bright and colorful making children want to play with every part of it. With the keyboard children can interact with the story at their own pace. The keys on the keyboard include character keys, a pause button, musical keys, color keys, weather and time keys and a spin roller.
It comes with beginning software suitable for ages 1 to 3. The First Steps software will introduce you child to a whole new world. As they grow and progress in their learning there is different software parents can buy to encourage their child to continue the learning experience. Each software has different levels and as the child learns they can move onto the next level. This helps to build your child’s confidence along the way as well as their learning ability and level.
This system is very easy to set up too. Just plug the keyboard into a USB port on your home computer. Your computer will recognize the system and it will be up in running in no time once you’ve installed the software. Once it’s installed, simply place the CD inside the CD drive each time the child plays.
For parents looking for both a fun and eductional toy for thier children, the Easy Learning PC System is perfect. The child will have a blast and parents are assured learning is taking place at the same time.
Where to purchase or seek additional information:
Comfyland Shop - USD
Fisher Price Smart Cycle Arcade System - Review
April 8, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Product Name:
Fisher-Price Smart Cycle Physical Learning Arcade System
Submitted by:
Anonymous
Rating: 10
Description:
This is the ultimate learning toy for toddlers. Included in this system is a stationary bike, learning center and arcade system all in one. It includes an adventure game cartridge that gives your child the chance to drive, learn and play all at one time.
Review:
This system is an all-in-one system that hooks right up to the TV giving toddlers hours of fun and learning excitement.
With things like Math Mountain, Letter Creek, Alphabet Valley and Shape Lake children will be headed for a learning experience like no other. This arcade game teaches children letters, numbers, problem solving, counting, shapes, matching and the list goes on and on.
They can also race with the Smart Cycle. Whether they race against the clock or with another player they are bound to have hours of fun and laughs along with some exercise too. How can parents beat that with a video game?
With the pedals and steering your child can go at a pace that is right for them. If they don’t want to ride the bike so to speak there is a joystick they can use to continue on their tour of learning. Plus there are a lot of age appropriate levels so children are always challenged and never bored.
It comes with a learning cartridge, but other software is available for parents to purchase separately. This leaves endless possibilities for a child’s learning and playing experience.
Be careful though, I found myself wanting to play right along with my son!
Where to purchase or seek additional information:
Fisher-Price Smart Cycle Physical Learning Arcade System
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