Saturday, December 31, 2011

Barbie I Can Be Cooking Teacher Doll Playset

Barbie I Can Be Cooking Teacher Doll Playset Review



Barbie I Can Be Cooking Teacher Doll Playset Feature

  • Girls can play out the role of cooking teacher with Barbie and Chelsea dolls
  • Code inside each package unlocks career-themed content online
  • Online content that allows girls to further try on the roles
  • Help Barbie show Chelsea how to cook and bake in her state-of-the-art kitchen
  • Includes Barbie and Chelsea dolls, spacious workstation, appliances, cookware, play food and more

BARBIE® I CAN BE…™ Newborn Baby Doctor: Two precious newborn baby dolls have arrived in the nursery! Both come bundled in soft cuddly blankets and can rock in Barbie® doll's arms. Playset includes dreamy nursery furnishings with a double bassinet, rocking chair, stork scale, and all the essentials girls need to nurture the beautiful twins.

  • Barbie® doll included.
  • Ages 3 and over.
     


Friday, December 30, 2011

Strawberry Shortcake Playset - Berry Cafe

Strawberry Shortcake Playset - Berry Cafe Review



Strawberry Shortcake Playset - Berry Cafe Feature

  • Help your Strawberry Shortcake figure serve up very special treats in her charming strawberry-shaped, berry-sweet smelling café
  • Adorable, strawberry-shaped and even sweet-smelling café playset
  • Send her up and down her pull-out staircase, readying her shop and carrying delicious croissants waffles muffins
  • Just in case guests are thirsty, too, help her make smoothies in the blender that really whirls
  • Let your Strawberry Shortcake figure relax with a ride on her special bird friend press down on the top and around and around they'll spin
  • It is brimming with all kinds of delicious foods for your Strawberry Shortcake figure to sell
Your child will love blending smoothies or baking treats with Strawberry Shortcake in the Berry Cafe playset. Designed for children ages four and up, the Berry Cafe playset includes over 20 baking and food accessories, a spinning bird that Strawberry Shortcake can ride on in the air, and her signature "berry sweet" strawberry scent.

Berry Café

Ages: 4+

Requires: Some assembly

What We Think

Fun factor:
Durability:
Ease of assembly:
Educational factor:

The Good: Playset filled with fun, bright colors; includes many interesting add-ons.

The Challenging: There are over 20 small pieces that can easily be lost if you're not careful.

In a Nutshell: A fun, interactive playset with plenty of accessories for Strawberry Shortcake and friends.



Strawberry Shortcake loves baking for her friends in the Berry Cafe. View larger.
Bright, Colorful, Cheerful Cafe
The Berry Cafe has plenty of activities to keep your preschooler entertained, with over 20 accessories, a bird that spins, a blender that whirls, and a pull-out green-leaf staircase to get upstairs. With just a push of the table lever your blender will be whirling, and you can simply press down on the strawberry-leaves top to make the bird spin for fun rides around the cafe. The playset is lightweight and is outfitted with windows and doors that open with big, easy latches.

One side note: Make sure to keep all accessories in one place to avoid losing any parts in between plays.

Great for Interactive, Role-playing Fun
With so many accessories and interactive parts included, the Berry Cafe provides plenty of opportunity for role-playing adventures. It's bright with fun colors, and it includes cute, cartoonish characters, and actually smells like real strawberries!

What's in the Box
Berry Cafe, mini scented doll, dress, hat, bed, bed tray, two fruit smoothies, two ice cream cups, tray with four muffins, tray with three croissants, tray with pie, tray with four cupcakes, plate with slice of cake, plate of sandwiches, plate with waffles, plate with pancakes, two mugs, counter with smoothie blender, oven, basket, bistro table, two bistro chairs.




The Berry Cafe comes with over 20 accessories and smells "berry sweet!"

She might be tiny, but Strawberry Shortcake has a huge heart! Her friends love to gather at her Berry Cafe, where they can always count on her for a helping hand and some berry delicious treats. No wonder she is everyone's best friend in Berry Bitty City. Help your Strawberry Shortcake figure serve up very special treats in her charming strawberry shaped, berry sweet smelling cafe! Send her up and down her pull-out staircase, readying her shop and carrying delicious croissants, waffles, muffins and more from her special oven to her countertop and table. Just in case guests are thirsty, too, help her make smoothies in the blender that really whirls! Then, when it is time to close up shop, let your Strawberry Shortcake figure relax with a ride on her special bird friend-press down on the top and around and around they'll spin!


Wednesday, December 28, 2011

Cars 2 Radiator Springs Playtown

Cars 2 Radiator Springs Playtown Review



Cars 2 Radiator Springs Playtown Feature

  • Inspired by the new hit Disney/Pixar film, Cars 2
  • Cruise around town featuring some of the most popular places in Radiator Springs
  • Features quick and easy storage and no loose parts
  • Kids will love reenacting their favorite scenes from the movie
  • Cars fans will love this classic Stow ?n Go Radiator Springs Playset!

Cruise around town with the Cars 2 Radiator Springs Playtown, which features some of the most popular places in Radiator Springs and was inspired by the hit Disney/Pixar film, Cars 2. Similar to classic Stow 'n Go play sets, Radiator Springs Playtown features quick and easy storage and no loose parts. Kids will love reenacting their favorite scenes from the movie with the Cars 2 Radiator Springs Playtown. Cars 2 die-cast vehicles are sold separately.

  • Product Dimensions: 14 (L) x 5.06 (W) x 5.06 (H)
  • Age: 4 years and up


Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Littlest Pet Shop Treehouse Playset

Littlest Pet Shop Treehouse Playset Review



Littlest Pet Shop Treehouse Playset Feature

  • Maybe she can ride the elevator up to the second level and slide back down again. If she gets hungry, you can drop some acorns down to her!
  • Or take her up to the third level and have her look through the spyglass to see if anyone else is around to play.
  • When she gets sleepy, put her in the hammock for a swing and a nap. After all the walking, swinging, sliding and riding she?s done, she deserves a little rest!
  • Spinning, sliding, swinging and seesawing ? with more than eight activities for your pet and a walking chipmunk figure to do them, this is one super tree house!
  • Includes 1 Walkables chipmunk pet, playset and accessories. Includes 2 button cell batteries.

The LITTLEST PET SHOP MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE includes an Chipmunk, a WALKABLES Pet that's ready to climb, swing, and jump her way into your heart. Just press the button on her back and she'll really walk. How do you keep a WALKABLES Pet entertained? Give her lots to do! The MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE has everything she needs for hours of fun and adventure. It comes with one WALKABLES figure and an assortment of accessories.

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MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE
At a Glance:
Age/Weight Requirements:

4 years and up

Assembly Requirements:

Two A76 batteries (included)

Caution: Small parts. Not suitable for children under 3 years.

LITTLEST PET SHOP MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE Product Shot
Press a button to make Chipmunk really walk around her new treehouse home. View larger.
Swing, Jump, and Slide on Three Levels

With three levels and more than eight activities, there's so much for your walking chipmunk figure to do -- where should she start? Just push a button and see her really walk. Chipmunk loves to play hide-and-seek in the tree trunk--just push the branch to open the door. Let her ride the elevator up to the second floor of the treehouse and slide back again.

When Chipmunk wants to find other LITTLEST PET SHOP friends to come play with her you can take her up to the third level and have her look through the spyglass to see if anyone else is around (other figures not included).

Feeding and Naptime Fun with Your Chipmunk

All this play makes Chipmunk very hungry. If she needs a snack, you can drop some "acorns" down to her. When she gets sleepy, put her in the hammock for a gentle swing and a nap. After all the walking, swinging, sliding, and riding she's done, she deserves a little sleep.

Please note: This toy contains small parts and is not suitable for children under three.

What's in the Box

MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE, chipmunk pet, two A76 batteries, and accessories.

The LITTLEST PET SHOP MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE includes an Chipmunk, a WALKABLES Pet that's ready to climb, swing, and jump her way into your heart. Just press the button on her back and she'll really walk. How do you keep a WALKABLES Pet entertained? Give her lots to do! The MAGIC MOTION TREEHOUSE has everything she needs for hours of fun and adventure. It comes with one WALKABLES figure and an assortment of accessories.


Sunday, December 25, 2011

Polly Pocket Ice Cream Water Park Playset

Polly Pocket Ice Cream Water Park Playset Review



Polly Pocket Ice Cream Water Park Playset Feature

  • Polly has the sweetest water park around
  • Few shots from the slushier shooter and the dunk tank is triggered
  • Polly?s hair changes color from blue to pink
  • Watch Polly slide down to the main pool
  • Cutant friend oinker can launch from the diving board right to the lollipop seat
Polly Pocket Ice Cream Water Park Playset. Polly has the sweetest water park around with this candy-inspired water playset. Perch Polly at the top of the sundae seat, and with a few shots from the slushier shooter, the dunk tank is triggered and Polly drops into the pool for a real sundae splash. Polly doll's hair also features a cool color-change that turns from bright candy blue to a vibrant pink. Then Polly can slide down into the main pool to meet up with Oinker, who's ready for some action of his own. This Cutant launches from the diving board to land in the lollipop seat. Playset has loads of fun areas and includes two pools, a diving board, a candy swing, the dunk tank, a slide, color-change and lots of piece-count. And don't forget the slushier shooter that girls can use not only to dunk Polly but maybe even to splash some of their friends. Includes 1 doll, 1 Cutant, playset and accessories and piece-count. This set adds the sweet style of dessert to the wet and wild fun of a day at the pool. The size of Polly Pocket toys lets kids pack lots of imaginative play into a small space.


Saturday, December 24, 2011

Hot Wheels Mega Garage Playset

Hot Wheels Mega Garage Playset Review



Hot Wheels Mega Garage Playset Feature

  • Hot Wheels Mega Garage is a real working auto garage
  • Play set has five ramps and three levels for lots of imaginative play
  • Bring cars in, fix 'em or store 'em and send 'em on their busy way!
  • Features working car elevator, turnstile, and two car launchers
  • A world of fun on three levels!

This Hot Wheels garage has a working car elevator, turnstile, 2 car launchers and a world of fun on 3 levels. Bring cars in, fix 'em or store 'em and send 'em on their busy way. This play set has 5 ramps and 3 levels for lots of imaginative play.

  • Product Dimensions: 22.8 (L) x 6 (W) x 14 (H)
  • Age: 3 years and up


Thursday, December 22, 2011

Champion XP Playset

Champion XP Playset Review



Champion XP Playset Feature

  • PS7719 CHAMPION XP PLAY SET
  • CHAMPION XP PLAY SET
The Champion XP Play Set includes four design options Qualifier, Bronze, Silver and Gold. It has designed for children from ages 2 to 10. Also, It contains accessories and weather resistant hardware common to all four design options including, one swing with chains and fasteners, two monkey rings with chains and fasteners, one gym ring pair, one discovery telescope, one play handles pair, one sand box seat, two swing hanger pairs, one climbing rope, four climbing rocks, two decorative roof caps, three sturdy frame brackets, one sturdy frame brace, four sturdy frame connectors, seven play set anchors, one drill marking template, and complete illustrated instructions. The lumber sold separately.


Wednesday, December 21, 2011

Cars 2 Action Agents Crabby Boat Vehicle Playset with 2 Character Cars

Cars 2 Action Agents Crabby Boat Vehicle Playset with 2 Character Cars Review



Cars 2 Action Agents Crabby Boat Vehicle Playset with 2 Character Cars Feature

  • Inspired by the new hit Disney/Pixar film, Cars 2
  • Relive the exciting twists and turns of Cars 2 with this Action Agents playset
  • Launch Finn McMissile to free Crabby Boat from the dock!
  • Playset includes spring-loaded action points, Finn McMissile and Acer vehicles with launcher
  • Kids will love reenacting their favorite scenes from the movie

The Cars 2 Action Agent Trackset was inspired by the hit Disney/Pixar film, Cars 2. Every good spy knows things are never what they seem. Enter the exciting world of Cars 2 with a play set filled with undercover surprises. Leap into action and outwit your foes with a track set that includes 2 spring-loaded Action Agents vehicles and launchers with a Cars 2 theme. Kids will love reenacting their favorite scenes from the movie with the Cars 2 Action Agent Trackset.

  • Product Dimensions: 11.5 (L) x 3.5 (W) x 7.5 (W)
  • Age: 3 years and up


Monday, December 19, 2011

Fisher-Price Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control

Fisher-Price Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control Review



Fisher-Price Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control Feature

  • Big Action Construction Site introduces kids to RC vehicles and features an interactive playset full of action-packed construction fun
  • The easy-to-use RC controller steers the truck in 4 directions with 4 color coded buttons related to colors on the truck
  • Features EZ Guide Ramps that automatically aligns the vehicle so even the youngest kids find success Driving it to the play areas
  • Drive the vehicle onto the pad where a cool elevator magically rises to the 2nd level
  • Load and unload boulders with the plunger claw or Dr.ive to the Hopper where boulders are magically loaded from the upper level

Hauling rocks becomes interactive fun with the Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control from Fisher-Price. Use remote control technology to pick up rocks from the Auto-Boulder Dump, drive them onto the EZ Guide Ramps, and use the Automatic Elevator to do it all again. With the many included accessories, this Construction Site will keep your child entertained for hours.

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Big Action Construction Site
with Remote Control
  • Ages: Three to seven years
  • Requires: Three AAA; three AA batteries; phillips-head screwdriver
At a Glance:
  • Use the auto hopper and elevators to haul boulders
  • Included accessories add to the fun
  • Color-coded remote controller makes dump truck easy to drive on carpet and hard surfaces
  • Easy setup and storage
Fisher-Price Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control
EZ Guide Ramps keep RC vehicle on track. View larger.
Fisher-Price Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control
Plunger grabs and drops boulders with 360° crane action. View larger.
Explore Construction Site with Remote Control Technology

The Big Action Construction Site is designed with boulder hauling in mind, and features a variety of accessories to add to the fun. Use the auto-hopper to dump boulders into the truck bed, drive up to the elevator for an automatic lift, and dump the boulders into the hopper to complete the task. You can also grab and drop boulders with the 360 degree crane and fill up your tank at the gas pump.

Fisher-Price Big Action Construction Site with Remote Control

All these tasks are easy to navigate with the color control steering, which guides the truck easily up the ramp and around corners on hard surfaces and on carpet.

Easy Setup and Easy Storage

Our testers found that setup was easy with instructions, which included both visual and written explanations of how to snap all the pieces in place. Driving in and out of the elevator was also easy with instructions, which show drivers how to load onto the up elevator and drive around the track to the down elevator, making sure to engage the elevator locks.

Storage is also simple. All the included pieces fit inside the Construction Site, making cleaning a breeze.

What's in the Box

Remote control dump truck, color-coded remote controller, tower top, two elevator floors, four elevator walls, four supports (three gray and one yellow), ramp, elevator crane, two elevator roofs, boulder crane, boulder hopper, support wall, base, track, instructions for assembly, and instructions for driving.

Big Action Construction Site introduces preschoolers to RC vehicles & features an interactive playset full of action-packed construction fun! The easy-to-use RC controller steers the truck in 4 directions - forward, back, left & right - with 4 color coded buttons related to colors on the truck It also has tank steering so the vehicle slows down as it turns, making it easier for kids to maneuver & control. Bring the RC Vehicle to the playset where EZ Guide Ramps automatically aligns the vehicle so even the youngest kids find success driving it to the play areas. First, there's a cool elevator - kids drive onto the pad & the vehicle magically rises to the 2nd level; drive around or back-up to drop off cargo in the hopper loading area. When they drive to the other side the elevator magically lowers the vehicle back down to ground level. An "easy button" allows manual elevator action as well. At the Crane, load/unload boulders with the plunger claw or drive to the Hopper where boulders are magically loaded from the upper level. Bottom level also features parking area and gas hose. Set comes with 2 boulders.

  • Product Measures: 6x30x16
  • Recommended Ages: 3 Years - 7 Years


Saturday, December 17, 2011

Strawberry Shortcake Mini Fab Fashions Lemon Meringue

Strawberry Shortcake Mini Fab Fashions Lemon Meringue Review



Strawberry Shortcake Mini Fab Fashions Lemon Meringue Feature

  • Lemon Meringue
  • Style Her hair with a pretty flower or butterfly
  • Squeeze the hair dryer & perfume spritzer for scent
  • Includes: scented mini-doll, hair dryer and perfume spritzer, 2 skirts, 1 shirt, 1 comb and 2 hair accessories
She?s sweet, talkative, and an expert with a comb and hair dryer. Lemon Meringue? runs the Lemon Salon where she offers good advice along with makeovers to all her friends! Her motto?fabulousness for all!


Friday, December 16, 2011

Barbie Puppy Water Park Playset

Barbie Puppy Water Park Playset Review



Barbie Puppy Water Park Playset Feature

  • Barbie and her puppies are ready for fun water play adventures at the water park
  • Water Park features waterslide and ferris wheel for the puppies to ride
  • Barbie doll also has a great squirt gun to enjoy water play fun
  • Includes doll, two puppies and water park accessory
  • Girls with love all the fun in the sun with the Puppy Water Park Playset

Barbie and her puppies are ready for fun water play adventures at the water park. The Barbie Puppy Water Park Playset features a waterslide and Ferris wheel for the puppies to ride. Barbie also has a great squirt gun to enjoy water play fun with her favorite pup friends. It includes 1 doll, 2 puppies and a water park accessory.

  • Product Dimensions: 14.5 (L) x 3.5 (W) x 12.75 (H)
  • Age: 3 years and up


Wednesday, December 14, 2011

Little Tikes Hide & Slide Climber

Little Tikes Hide & Slide Climber Review



Little Tikes Hide & Slide Climber Feature

  • High side walls
  • Wavy, gentle angle slide
  • Secret play area underneath doubles as a fort or tunnel
  • Large, easy to reach steps
  • Wide platforms make
If your child (or your budget, or your yard) is too small for one of those monstrous cedar outdoor play structures, check out the Hide & Slide Climber, a miniature version of the same idea. Its brightly colored (yellow, red, teal, and purple) plastic sections snap together quickly, and they won't rot. A red 40-inch slide leads down from a platform 26 inches high; underneath there's a crawling and hiding space. It's very stable--the two large "feet" on the side panels make the unit almost 60 inches wide. Requires adult assembly, but not a second mortgage. --Richard Farr This easy-to-climb outdoor play gym is a great way for toddlers and preschoolers to burn some of their endless energy. Its wavy, gentle-angle slide provides smooth rides and soft landings. There's also a secret play area underneath the platform for hide-and-seek games. Wide, multi-level platforms make it easy for little ones to climb up to the slide. Easy assembly. Measures 66" x 56.50" x 45.25".