Saturday, October 30, 2010

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My 8 year old son found the instructions very easy follow and the robot moves with ease. He is very happy with this product and is excited about getting the rest of the set.Get more detail about K'Nex Turbo, Moto-Bots Series.

Friday, October 29, 2010

Lowest Price Revell Star Wars - Republic Star Destroyer (Glue)


Very nice model. NOT A TOY! Clean mold lines and good detail. Easy to assemble, painting is a different story. Lots of detail and three or four different shades of gray. Overall very good model.Get more detail about Revell Star Wars - Republic Star Destroyer (Glue).

Low Price InAir E-Z Build Model Kit - Sopwith Camel F.1


This model kit is great for young collectors, not top notch, but it is a very neat kit. The diagram of how to build it is black in white so you might have some trouble reading it but it is readable. The pieces have some trouble snapping together, but the screws are very well made and fit in there whole well. Also, the plane has some trouble balancing on the stand but don't be worried when it rocks side-to-side a bit because it is just find it's comfortable position. If you are wondering how the pieces stick together there are 11 screws, and grooves where all the pieces are supposed to fit. There is no glue so no mess will be created. The kit comes with all the supplies you need, like screwdriver, screws and any thing else you need to construct it. In all a rate this about a 4 1/2 stars.Get more detail about InAir E-Z Build Model Kit - Sopwith Camel F.1.

Thursday, October 28, 2010

Save Lego Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Mini Promo Set #4695 Knight Bus (Bagged)


This review is written by my 8-year-old son: "OK so I love Harry Potter, and when I found out they had lego Harry Potter I was psyched!!!! I wanted it so bad. When I got it... four minuets later I was done... it was too easy, it is as small as a rat!!!!!!! Oh and it does not come in a box, it comes in a bag, and it has 12 steps. And it comes with no people. I was beyond disappointed."Get more detail about Lego Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban Mini Promo Set #4695 Knight Bus (Bagged).

Discount Cranial Nerve Skull Anatomy Model 4D Puzzle # EDU-37414


The item was in great condition as listed, the price was beyond fair and shipping was fast.Get more detail about Cranial Nerve Skull Anatomy Model 4D Puzzle # EDU-37414.

Wednesday, October 27, 2010

Cheapest Revell 1:48 P38J Lightning


Este es un excelente producto de muy buena calidad, les felicito y a un muy buen precio, invito al publico amante del maquetismo de aviones en miniatura a comprar este modelo de avion es muy bonito. Saludos desde el Barrio La Leona,Tegucigalpa, Honduras America Central.Get more detail about Revell 1:48 P38J Lightning.

Cheap LEGO BIONICLE Phantoka Toa Kopaka


Bought this for our son who LOVED it. They are hard to keep together - especially for younger kids but they are fun just the same.Get more detail about LEGO BIONICLE Phantoka Toa Kopaka.

Tuesday, October 26, 2010

Buying Lego Castle Exclusive Limited Edition Set #7041 Troll Battle Wheel


This is a great set!! Talk about play value it is awesome!!

So many things so little time! The wheels are awesome very genius system to make them awesomeness lego!!! The trolls walking on the wheels to turn it hilarious!! The slave knight being held by chain and forced to help driving!!! It is great. The wheel weapon!!!! I vote the weapon on this wheel the best lego weapon of the casle series!! It shoots like 5 feet!! Be warned the positioning of the trigger for it is less than desirable when trying to show it to people, you usually end up shooting them on accident!! However it is perfect for battle!!

Next is the knights defense turret!! I like it too! It is really cool to put around castle seige so the trolls battle wheel can't roll over it!! The turret also has a working catapult!! Not as fun as the wheel but still cool!

All in all this is a limited edition and it is super fun get it before it is gone and you have to pay collectors price!! Get a couple and sell them later! Somebody will definetly miss out and want it, because it is awesome!!

I'm sorry I think you can tell I loved this set, I may be a bit biased by its awesomeness!!Get more detail about Lego Castle Exclusive Limited Edition Set #7041 Troll Battle Wheel.

Buy Revell 1:25 69 Camaro Z/28


This was a gift to a friend of mine who loves to build model cars. It was intended to be a "silly" gift however he spent the next couple of weeks painting, re-painting, and assembling the car. He loved the gift and that was great. Lots and lots of little pieces, some assembly requires is a major understatement. It would not have been my idea of fun, but for those people who obsess over the little details about models, this was great.Get more detail about Revell 1:25 69 Camaro Z/28.

Monday, October 25, 2010

Purchase Bloco Toys - Lizards and Chameleons


Sent this as a gift to my 6 year old nephew because my son loved it so much. Although there are a lot of pieces, a ziplock baggie contains them just fine. Parents may have to help with building pictures on box, but the kids can make up their own creatures with no problem! Good for improving attention span and very durable.Get more detail about Bloco Toys - Lizards and Chameleons.

Order Quercetti Tecno Building Toy


My daughter is only three but is fascinated with tools and screwdrivers especially. This is made for a slightly older child but it has worked out really well as family time together as my husband or I have to sit down with her and help her figure out how the shapes fit together and what goes where... and to make sure the pieces didn't go rolling off of the table. The little booklet of ideas is awesome and inspires her to keep pulling out the toy to build something new. Some of the examples in the booklet are a little misleading, we had a little trouble figuring out the sequence of pieces as it only shows a finished structure, not how to get there and then occasionally the pieces didn't quite fit so we improvised, which is a great learning tool though I don't think it was meant that way. My daughter does all of the screwing with each tool by herself so it has been great for her motor skills and also her problem solving as to what piece should get put on next and following a pattern. My only suggestion to the company is to make the holes in the flat pieces all standardized, so that it provides the greatest flexibility on where to place a bolt or screw, we've found that many times we can't quite create what we want because we don't have a hole to use. But overall this is a fantastic learning toy!Get more detail about Quercetti Tecno Building Toy.

Sunday, October 24, 2010

Where To Buy LEGO Star Wars Sandcrawler


My son had a great time building this. It is the best lego set we have in terms of how much fun he had building it and playing with it. The base is just a little too weak for the size of the toy. Other than that it is a great product.Get more detail about LEGO Star Wars Sandcrawler.

Shop For 200 pc Color/Natural Blocks


This is a great building block set. It is made and painted in China so I do have some concerns. It is a smaller block set. If you are thinking you are getting the huge 5 inch blocks you had as a kid think again. I bought this for my daughter who is 10 months and she loves it. The colors and shapes fit in her hands well and she likes to sit in a pile of them and play. I know it is a bit young for a block set but I wanted her to start recognizing shapes and colors and this set is perfect. 200 pieces is a massive amount of blocks and the canvas bag is great for storage. Tons of pieces for her to build with and share with friends. I'd recommend this to anyone looking to encourage a creative thinker.Get more detail about 200 pc Color/Natural Blocks.

Saturday, October 23, 2010

Mega Bloks Battlemorph Dragon Eggs - Iceblaze


My son loves this toy, despite the fact that the wings refuse to stay attached.

The toy came with two of its four wings unattached, and it was surprisingly difficult to push them into place. I had hoped that meant they would stay in place well, but that is not the case. Even some of the pre-attached limbs (arms, tail) have come off. Nothing really seems to snap in securely. The knight came unassembled with its parts attached to a plastic frame, and I wasn't able to get all of the sharp edges sanded down with the included file.

The way it folds into an egg is pretty cool, and my son adores it, but I think I'll be sticking to LEGO toys in the future. =)Get more detail about Mega Bloks Battlemorph Dragon Eggs - Iceblaze.

LEGO® EXO-FORCE™ Assault Tiger Review


My nine year old Lego lover chose, purchased, and assembled this quickly on his own. It's educational in the sense that all legos are educational (fine motor skills, following graphic directions, pretend play) and possesses the high quality that I expect from the Lego brand.Get more detail about LEGO® EXO-FORCE™ Assault Tiger.

Thursday, October 21, 2010

Uberstix Starter Set Immediately


My daughter wanted some building toys for Christmas. I searched and everything I looked for was for a "specific" model. I wanted something with enough stuff to build anything. Well this is it. So easy to use and so versatile. If you haven't watched the video, you should. She played with this forever. It will work with most of the legos and other stuff she has and she's really excited that she can build things by recycling objects we have around the house. Great buy!Get more detail about Uberstix Starter Set.

Erector Speed Play Motorized Helicopter, 280 Pieces Best Quality


My son received this as a gift for Christmas. The day after Christmas he wanted to assemble it. We found out that the tool (allen wrench) at the end of the power tool was assembled backwards making not usable to put together the toy. That was what he was most looking forward to using.... a power tool! We emailed the company with a complaint and request for a replacement part. There hasn't been a response from the company nor have we received the part yet. After reading the reviews, I'm about ready to return it instead but I feel bad for him. He was so excited. How can a company that has assembly toys, assemble the parts backwards??? hmmmm... not a well put together toy.Get more detail about Erector Speed Play Motorized Helicopter, 280 Pieces.

Wednesday, October 20, 2010

Revell 1:144 Rocket Hero Saturn V Rocket Get it now!


I bought this for my 9 year old son who is an avid rocket fan, especially the Saturn V rockets. He has thoroughly enjoyed putting it together, including using the plastic cement. It does need to be put together using this cement, since it doesn't snap together.Get more detail about Revell 1:144 Rocket Hero Saturn V Rocket.

Quercetti Tubation Buy Now


I highly recommend this product for any child between 3-6. If you buy it in combination with the Saxoflute, it is even more fun! It seemed really simple to me, but it is amazing what the kids come up with to make out of simple tubes and couplers. Great for motor skills, imagination and math concepts.Get more detail about Quercetti Tubation.

Tuesday, October 19, 2010

LEGO Dino Trap SET 5597 Order Now


My son loves dinosaurs and duplo legos. I try to buy toys not made in China and lego pieces are usually made in Europe. This box does say China made some of the pieces. I have no idea which pieces or why Lego would sellout to China. Their sets I know sell well and have always been of high quality. Hopefully they will quit making pieces in China. Research before you buy!Get more detail about LEGO Dino Trap SET 5597.

Magnext 55 Count System Deluxe - Solid Decide Now


My 7 year old nephew spends hours just coming up with new ideas of what to build and just building new projects. He loves it. He has received about 5 different Magnext sets and still wants more to add to his collection.Get more detail about Magnext 55 Count System Deluxe - Solid.

Monday, October 18, 2010

Lego Pirates Exclusive Limited Edition Set #6253 Shipwreck Hideout Right now


I love buiding lego sets with my son, who is six, but I especially like it when it has surprising features. This one has a cannon, trap door and a chute to foil enemies as well as a capsizing bridge. A true build it and play with it adventure set.Get more detail about Lego Pirates Exclusive Limited Edition Set #6253 Shipwreck Hideout.

Lowest Price Superstructs Super Set


Our personal experience kids at time of purchase 4.5 and 2.25. Both seem to be into it obviously the oldest actually building things and the youngest "modifying" the oldest.

I recommend this set specifically over the smaller cheaper sets because it has distinct pieces. We ended up buying the 750 pc set after buying this one. With that set we can make all the other sets pretty much using some ingenuity.

I gave durability only a 3 because you do have to be careful disassembling it. you have to make it tight to get the flat pieces to stay, and then taking apart is hard especially triangular configurations which are very common, planes, race cars, forklifts, carousels.

highly recommend, we are also fortunate in that our youngest doesn't put stuff in our mouth, if you are not as fortunate becareful because the people's heads are very small as well as the blue connectors.Get more detail about Superstructs Super Set.

Sunday, October 17, 2010

Low Price Lego Boba Fett - Star Wars Key Chain


I have still never received this key chain. I had ordered it for a little boy back in March and I have still never received it. I hope it doesn't show up on my VISA
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Save Revell 1:48 F15E Strike Eagle


This is not an exageration - the quality of this kit is absolutely superb and easily on par with anything Tamiya or Hasegawa has to offer at half the price. My only gripe with this kit is that it does not come with any ordinance besides the sidewinder missiles - c'mon, it's a strike eagle! Again, outstanding quality, every fit is spot-on, and a price that can't be beat. The only other Revell kit that comes close is the 1/48 Rafale, which is also of outstanding quality.Get more detail about Revell 1:48 F15E Strike Eagle.

Saturday, October 16, 2010

Discount Usa Opoly Donkey Kong Jenga


I love what they did with adding DK and Mario....

great touch, and nice collectible!Get more detail about Usa Opoly Donkey Kong Jenga.

Cheapest Revell 1:39 Wright Flyer "First Powered Flight"


This was a model airplane so I don't expect any model to be very durable. This was a good first model kit that my son and I did together for his Social Studies project. Not too much detail and not too many small parts. I recommend this as a starter for any kid with parent supervision.Get more detail about Revell 1:39 Wright Flyer "First Powered Flight".

Friday, October 15, 2010

Cheap Duplo Lego Supermarket #5604


I am another one of those reviewers who probably loves this even more than my toddler. (And she enjoys it quite a bit!) My 2 year old and I love stocking the shelves of the little store and talking about the things we find in our own grocery store. DD pushes the cash register a lot to make it ding, but it isn't overly annoying. (And it's quiet compared to other toys.) The novelty of pushing it continuously wore off after a week and she got down to enjoying the rest of the set more anyway. (I'm actually happy that we can replace the battery on it when it inevitably wears out.) My daughter's favorite parts are the flowers, the clear blue window blocks and the shelf doors that open and close. She's always putting little figures from other toys into the tiny space. Overall, I'd say this get a lot of play and has great learning potential as we discus the supermarket and count items. It's her second favorite set (after the bus) and I would love to see Lego Duplo create another store set like this.Get more detail about Duplo Lego Supermarket #5604.

Buying Tekton Plaza Girder and Panel 500-pc. Building Set


This is a great toy. It is just like I remember growing up playing with 30 years ago.
Note... it is not the easiest to assemble. Parts are not for rough boys. Teaches building skills and structural strength. My son is 7... he is still learning patients...Get more detail about Tekton Plaza Girder and Panel 500-pc. Building Set.

Thursday, October 14, 2010

Buy InAir E-Z Build Model Kit - Spad S.VII


I purchased this SPAD VII plane to be part of a larger display of various World War I airplanes. The other planes were from different manufacturers and more expensive. The different manufacturers had their 1:48 scale planes and they matched up exactly with each other. Unfortunately, this plane is more like a 1:32 or 1:36 scale. It will not fit well with the others but oh well. It was a good value for the price. The detail is nice enough (note: no pilot).Get more detail about InAir E-Z Build Model Kit - Spad S.VII.

Purchase Bristle Blocks (300 piece set)


The main reason my daughter selected this toy was she wanted her 4 year old boy to have a leggo like set but wanted large enough units that were safe enough to be around her one year old. This set seems to fill that bill. The four year old seems to enjoy the set, but I am not certain that it will hold his interest for long.Get more detail about Bristle Blocks (300 piece set).

Wednesday, October 13, 2010

Where To Buy LEGO Fast 7967


There is a design flaw in this Racer. All the pieces were there, but there is something missing because it kept on falling apart. The front fenders just didn't fit right. The undercarriage kept on coming apart. And the two piece that set on top of the turbo were not secure -- very lose. I have never been disappointed with a Lego set before this one.Get more detail about LEGO Fast 7967.

Tuesday, October 12, 2010

Shop For Duplo Legoville Train Switch Track


No problem with the toy, but when you find the exact same thing at the Lego store, in a mall no less, and it's priced at $6.99 it makes one scratch their head...Get more detail about Duplo Legoville Train Switch Track.

LEGO Castle Tower Raid


We bought this Lego set for our grandson for his 6th birthday. He was thrilled and proceeded to put it together to go with is Castle. He loves building with Legos and had no problems with putting this one together. I think he will be an engineer!Get more detail about LEGO Castle Tower Raid.

Monday, October 11, 2010

Roylco Straws and Connectors - 705 Piece Review


I bought this set because my son had tried it at school. My kids immediately started on a project when they received the set but couldn't finish because they ran out of straws. I couldn't believe that there weren't enough straws so I counted. Sure enough, we were quite a few straws short. But, Roylco is a great company to work with. The woman I spoke to was pleasant and professional and rushed us out plenty of straws (and some extra connectors). She also followed up with an e-mail to make sure we had received the package and were enjoying the set! I am very pleased with my purchase. My kids love to create with the straws and connectors and use their imaginations. My only complaint would be that their creations don't stay together very well--the straws and connectors slide apart fairly easily. Still, an excellent toy.Get more detail about Roylco Straws and Connectors - 705 Piece.

32pc Large Red Blocks Top Quality


We purchased these blocks to replace ones that were very worn out in our church's preschool department. These are the "real" blocks. Very sturdy, very easy to assemble. The cardboard is quite thick. In order to replace all the blocks we had to toss, we ordered from four different companies to get different sizes, shapes, etc. These were by far the best quality (thickest cardboard) and ordering from Joe's was by far the least expensive way to get the quantity of large blocks we needed. Shipping was very fast and customer service was excellent. A bit of advice for anyone ordering cardboard blocks - after you assemble them, wrap them in contact paper to make them last longer. It helps the block hold it's shape (because children will jump on them) and it also makes it much easier to wipe them clean as well as prevents children from gnawing on the corners and peeling the paper.Get more detail about 32pc Large Red Blocks.

Sunday, October 10, 2010

Indiana Jones Lost City Archaeological Treasure Dig This instant


A lot of fun to uncover the individual items hidden under the sand. My son worked on it for more than an hour and only uncovered about half of the city. He very curious about what the batteries will do, so I'm sure he'll dig through the second half this weekend.Get more detail about Indiana Jones Lost City Archaeological Treasure Dig.

Lego City Set #5612 Exclusive Mini Figure Police Officer Immediately


I picked this set up because I wanted the figure and accessories for my police force. This set has one officer with a very detailed torso and a white hat. The only thing that I don't like about the officer is he looks like he is frowning; other then that he is a good figure to have. In addition to the figure, this set comes with a rare dog which has a stud on its back so you can connect different pieces to it. This set also comes with a small equipment rack with a black walkie-talkie and a white hand-held stop sign. In addition, this set also has a speed gun which is very simple but looks good. Well, here are the basics of the set:

The good things

Officer
Dog
Equipment rack
Speed gun
Walkie-talkie
Hand-held stop sign (also comes with one extra)
No stickers

The bad things

No weapons
No handcuffs
Officer's face

Buy It!!

P.S. if you want Lego hand guns, you can buy them of "Pick A Brick" on the Lego website.
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Saturday, October 9, 2010

Erector Motorized Multi Model Set, 352 Pieces Best Quality


Looks good right out of the box, but if you actually try building anything with it you will realize that this product was not built or designed to be played with. The battery pack constantly pops apart. On the first day we had to tie it together with string to get it to work. The items they have for you to build are disappointing to build because the parts bind up and don't actually work. Agree wholeheartedly with the reviewer on March 7, 2010 who also gave this mess one star.Get more detail about Erector Motorized Multi Model Set, 352 Pieces.

48" X 10" Inflatable Circles Kiddie Pool By Intex Get it now!


This pool doubled as an arena for the plastic balls kids love to play in...we used it at my daughters 1st birthday and the kids had a blast! Great durability and great design!Get more detail about 48" X 10" Inflatable Circles Kiddie Pool By Intex.

Friday, October 8, 2010

WEDGiTS Starter Set Design Cards Buy Now


I found one at a garage sale and had to have two to be able to create more designs. I also ordered a package of card designs to go with it. For my grandkids and me, too.Get more detail about WEDGiTS Starter Set Design Cards.

LEGO Mars Mission MX-81 Hypersonic Spacecraft Order Now


I purchased this Lego set for my grandson,who,I must say, did a great job building it without using the manual. However, it is very disappointing to find out that once it is built its structural design is flawed, and it has fallen apart twice. I would like to return it as it was rather expensive (So-o-o overpriced), and you would think for this price, it should work all the way around. But,it doesn't, and who wants to pack up 800 Lego pieces to ship back? So, my grandson is using the pieces for another project. Save your money,folks, and skip this one!Get more detail about LEGO Mars Mission MX-81 Hypersonic Spacecraft.

Thursday, October 7, 2010

Fisher-Price Trio Airport Decide Now


I ordered two of these sets for my 4 and 6 year old boys. They love them. They have created so much more than what the instructions show them. Both boys are wanting additional sets so they can build even more elaborate creations. Highly recommended.Get more detail about Fisher-Price Trio Airport.

Playskool Blocksters Block Spot Farm Jungle Right now


I bought this for my daughter thinking she would just stack the blocks but she actually studies the shapes and animal. This toy gets played with everyday. She can carry it around and play with it while I'm doing laundry or dishes...I LOVE it!Get more detail about Playskool Blocksters Block Spot Farm Jungle.

Wednesday, October 6, 2010

Lowest Price LEGO Power Miners Set #8709 Underground Mining Station (Limited Edition)


My 9 year old son really wanted this LEGO toy for Christmas. He loves LEGOs and he and his brothers create things all the time. This was probably the most challenging one he has had to build. I consider him and above average LEGO builder so if your child needs help with other LEGO's, be prepared to help with this one. There are alot of small pieces creating intricate details so keep the little ones away. Once finished it was very cool and they played with for about a week until they dismantled it and incorporated it into their Indiana Jones LEGO with the mine cart on the track. I do not know If it will every be rebuilt to its original state but it was a very cool setup. Oh and the crystal monster is an everlasting LEGO feature in all of their current creations!Get more detail about LEGO Power Miners Set #8709 Underground Mining Station (Limited Edition).

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It's like, one of the rarest star wars figures EVER!!! But don't you think 40 bucks is a little too much? Even for the rarest figure, it's too much!!!Get more detail about Jar Jar Binks - LEGO Star Wars Figure.