Car Shades For Kids

Keep your little ones from getting burned while riding in the car. You get two sun shades that can easily be attached to your window and folded up when not in use.

I didn't get the eye mask for the kids with my sun shades so I am waiting to hear back from the company.

These can also be used in a home or office to block out glare from the sun on your TV or monitor.

I love that they fold up nice and easy for storage when not in use. They take up such a small amount of space but give great results in minimal time. No more suction cups just stick it to your window when you need it.


This set of car sun shades can be found on Amazon.


What Ace Car Shades has to say about their product.


SUPER EASY TO FIT: Fits In Seconds, Making You Look Like A Pro In Front of Your Kids. No more flimsy suction cups, with New Static Cling car sun shades,

SUN BLOCK: Effectively Blocks The Strong Rays Of The Sun Off Your Kids Head, Neck & Faces,

COOLER IN THE SHADE: Help Prevent Your Car From Heating Up This Summer With Heat Blocking Sun Shades, and Enjoy A Cooler Car,

HIGH QUALITY & DURABLE DESIGN: ultra-strong, flexible and durable design is designed to last for years and years, providing consistent and enduring protection for your children against the strong rays of the sun.

FREE KIDS SLEEP MASK - to help them drift over to sleep on those long journeys

The Ace Sun Shades Company was created in Armagh, a small town in Ireland, because three guys recognised that the Sun is something that must be respected, particularly where our kids are concerned. It can keep you warm, or it can give your kids a sore head from too much exposure. As fair-skinned natives of Ireland, they were all too familiar with the uncomfortable sting of a sunburn, and so decided to create sun protection products that better safeguard the children in our care. Ace Sun Shades specialise in premium quality static cling sun glare protection shades for your car, to effectively block out, and reduce the impact of the strong rays of the sun on your childs head, face and neck. Ace Car Sun Shades are made from the highest quality materials, to deliver long lasting sun protection, and are expertly manufactured to effortlessly cling to the windows in your car. No longer will you have to struggle with moistening suction clips or cups, that just won't stick. And don't forget, Ace Sun Shades come with a Life Warranty, because we don't just sell the best static cling sun shades on Amazon, we guarantee them.

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New Games for Marksville

MarksvilleandMe reviews Last Mouse Lost & Go Bong 

Our family loves to play new games and the Last Mouse Lost was no different except maybe only 2 people can play at a time. Our family loves to play new games and the Last Mouse Lost was no different except maybe only 2 people can play at a time. This is recommended for ages 5 and above. Last Mouse Lost takes 10 or less minutes to play.

I like that it is light, small, no pieces to lose, and very fun and easy to play. The object is that the last person who punches a mouse down will be the loser. My girls also love to just push all of the mice down and reverse the play piece and start again, kind of like a stress reliever. 

Last Mouse Lost is the perfect quiet game for a car ride. There are no small pieces and if it falls or flies through the air it shouldn't hurt anyone or anything. It is small so it doesn't take up much room. The board is made out of a Silicone type material and flips over once your game is done to start again.

Go Bong is new to our family we have had Last Mouse for quite sometime and it still keeps our children busy. Go bong gives you 6 different ways to play with almost the same kind of board as the Last Mouse Lost does. Our favorite way to play is the Solitaire Knight Game. These games are easy to play, fun, and travel well.

These games can be found on Amazon.

What FoxMind has to say about their product

FoxMind's Go Bong! and Last Mouse Lost are Easy, Affordable, Addictive Fun
Jump start your neurons by playing FoxMind's new self-contained new games, Last Mouse Lost and Go Bong!
In Go Bong!™, play several solitaire games or challenge an opponent in other games.
Both, Go Bong and Last Mouse Lost are "smart" game  choices as stocking stuffers, executive desk gifts, waiting room games, and coffee table conversation pieces.

Go Bong (MSRP $8.99) is a self-contained one or two-player game that is perfect for passing the time while traveling or used simply for stress relief because it is quite relaxing to squish the game board bumps.. The square rubberized board has rows of puffed up bubble-like mounds. Players try to use different logic patterns to press down the bumps in strategy and deductive reasoning style games.
AND... as soon as the game is over, just flip it over and it's ready to go again.

Last Mouse Lost (MSRP $7.99) is also a self-contained game.  It's a simple strategy game for two players to compete in a battle of quick math and chance. The objective of the game is make your opponent press down the last mouse and not get caught with the last mouse standing. Players take turns pressing down any number of mice they wish in a single row. The player who presses down the last mouse loses the round.
AND... as soon as the game is over, just flip it over and it's ready to go again. Whoever wins three of five rounds wins the game!

Both Last Mouse Lost and Go Bong are dishwasher safe to clean too!

About FoxMind Games: 

Appropriately named, FoxMind, publishes and distributes a cunningly sly array of original games that provide fun and entertainment while underlying beneficial mind-sharpening skills for all participants.  Founded in 2000, FoxMind, based in Montreal, Quebec, the company philosophy is to offer educational games, logic puzzles, spatial visualization, strategy and party games for the whole family. With numerous international prizes already on its mantle, FoxMind sells its product line worldwide and is a documented favorite brand of parents, teachers and fans everywhere. Recently, the company ventured into the dynamic arena of electronic games, with its first offerings for the iPhone and the iPad already available.

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Gummy Bear Silicone Candy Mold

This tiny little mold makes delicious gummy bears, or even little tiny chocolate bears. Super yummy and easier to make than you would think.

You can search online and find a recipe that fits with your family for gummy bears we found a few that were easy enough for our children to make as well.

I personally think this takes a bit of time I am not always patient with but my girls loved the results so it is a keeper.

Plus with making our own gummy bears we know what they are made of. If you want sour gummies just add citric acid to your mix and your sugar for dipping and you are off to sour mouth time.

This Gummy mold can be found in two colors on Amazon.



What Status Kitchen has to say about their product.

This tray makes 50 small gummies the same small bite size as Haribo bears, but now you can make your own quick and easy at home. The tray comes with an easy fill dropper to help fill the cavities and also a useful PDF recipe guide to help you along.

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Awesome Reward & Responsibility Chart

This is a cling that can be put on a refrigerator or filing cabinet, for us it is the filing cabinet and my 8 year old uses this to keep her on track.

We made sure our surface (filing cabinet) was clean then we put on the cling and made sure there were no bubbles.

The magnets cling well and this is a good simple chart to help your child learn responsibility.

This chart is great for both boys or girls, and will grow with them until their tween years at least .

We started with one thing at a time and then added more things to do as she got used to the new routine.

This reward chart can be found on Amazon.


What Kid Rockett has to say about their product.

We know your struggle when it comes to children helping out around the house. Wouldn't it be awesome if they listened when asked to brush their teeth & pick up their toys? What if they were excited to do these tasks. Your children want to be more independent and make their own decisions, sometimes they just need a little guidance or a Rockett Chart! 

We are a husband (Ramon) and wife (Jessica) startup who are passionate about helping parents support positive reinforcement for their children to create lifetime positive habits. We have teamed up with passionate designers to bring you and your kids an awesome all inclusive Reward & Responsibility Chart that your children will absolutely love! By rewarding your child's daily positive actions you are supporting good habits that will help them be more successful now and later in life. We all know the impact our actions have on our lives, so give your child a head start on creating goods habits that will last a lifetime. 

 

Be a part of this journey with your kids, engage with your children on the responsibilities you choose with them and encourage them daily. Be consistent no matter what and empower your kids to set their own goals and pick their rewards. More than anything embrace your children and take the journey together!

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Backseat Car / Baby Stroller Organizer

What I love most about this  Backseat Car / Baby Stroller Organizer from Giggle Sprouts is that it is so versatile. You can put this on the back of your seat, the front of your seat, or on your stroller. This can even be hung on a wall in your home if you need some extra spots that need organization.

When your child is in the rear position you can put an iPad in here to keep your little munchkin occupied while traveling while keeping all of their other items like diapers, wipes, bottles, and toys within reach when you need to stop and check on your little one.

The hook up on either your car seat or your stroller is easy as can be, just a snap and a little adjustment by the straps and you are ready to organize away. Great item for both new and seasoned moms.

As a mother with older children and younger grandchildren this comes in handy because I can pop on a movie on the iPad and place it in the pouch and no one can fight over it. Keeps it safe and in case of accident it won't become a projectile which makes me feel better as a mom.

This  Backseat Car / Baby Stroller Organizer can be foundon Amazon.




What Giggle Spouts has to say about their product.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION:
This rugged stroller / car organizer is a great clutter-buster for busy moms & dads! Spacious pockets offer plenty of storage for baby items, toys & tech gadgets. Made of 600D polyester for a long life. 

Whether your goal is a cleaner backseat or fuss-free stroller journeys, the Giggle Sprouts Backseat Car & Stroller Organizer helps tame that overwhelming "kid clutter!" Featuring 8 compartments of various sizes, it straps right over the back of your car seat and offers plenty of space for baby items (like wipes & diapers), small toys, snacks, sippy cup, water bottle, & much more. We also include a touchscreen-friendly zippered pouch that holds an iPad for hands-free viewing. What a fantastic accessory for road trips and family vacations! 

Heading out for a walk? This caddy quickly converts into a handlebar stroller organizer so you can take along all your essentials. The tear-resistant mesh pockets hold your items securely while keeping them visible and accessible. An exclusive hidden pocket stores your valuables safely out of sight. Outings are so much easier when you can leave the big, bulky diaper bag at home! Designed to fit most stroller models without tipping over. 

The Giggle Sprouts Backseat Car & Stroller Organizer is constructed of heavy duty 600D polyester and durable mesh-so it's built to last. Makes a wonderful shower gift for expectant parents and new moms and dads! 

• 23"(W) x 15" (H) x 2" (D) 
• For stroller or car (fits most) 
• Features zippered iPad / tablet holder 
• Made of 600D polyester & high-quality mesh 
• Extra-large pockets plus drink holders 
• Kid-friendly, eco-friendly 
• Simple to install 
• Easy to wipe clean

FEATURES & BENEFITS:For Stroller or Car: Keeps baby & children's items neat & organized when you're on the go! 8 spacious pockets (more than other brands) plus a hidden pocket offer tons of storage options. For road trips & park treks.

Touchscreen Friendly iPad Pocket: Zippered pouch fits most tablets (up to 10.1") & portable DVD players for viewing of movies & more. Side pocket provides access to headphone jack, charger port, etc.

Durable Materials: Made of rugged, water-resistant 600D polyester that's kid-friendly and eco-friendly. Ultra-stretchy, top-grade mesh pockets hold sippy cups, books, water bottles & more securely without tearing.

Easy Installation: Our adjustable bottom strap is nearly 12" longer than other brands, allowing our organizer to fit most vehicles and strollers in stroller mode. Simple to clean with a damp cloth.

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On the go art kit

I have to be honest my favorite part of this set is the color changing markers, which my 8 year old thought was amazing as well. This is the most used part of the set.

You get 53 pieces in all 12 Washable Color Marker Pens, 12 Color Pencils, 12 Oil Pastels, 8 Color Changers Markers, 4 Highlighters, Ruler and Eraser, Pencil Sharpener, Mechanical Pencil with Pencil Lead Pack, with a case with a handle for on the go fun.

This is a great set to have on hand for what we call the fun bag which is a bag we take with us when go places to keep the children busy, but quite. 

We just change out a few items from time to time so they are always surprised by what is inside. 

You can find this 53 piece art kit on Amazon.


US Art Supply 53 Piece Children's Drawing and Marker Set

 - Excellent mix of markers, pencils and oil pastels that will allow kids to bring out their creative side
 - Perfect for the young aspiring artist to express their imagination while having fun doing it!

Set Contains: 12 Washable Color Marker Pens, 12 Color Pencils, 12 Oil Pastels, 8 Color Changers Markers, 4 Highlighters, Ruler and Eraser, Pencil Sharpener, Mechanical Pencil with Pencil Lead Pack

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The Rhythm Tree

The Rhythm Tree Music Kit for Autism & Special Needs comes with a DVD, song book with teaching ideas, 3 rhythm sticks, 4 maracas, and 2 tambourines, perfect for working with special needs or non special needs children. Music is something that is enjoyed by most everyone and is good in getting children to work together. Music is one of the things that bridge the gap, evening the playing fields if you will.

Music calms the savage beast and warms the hearts of many. Children love to learn music, they can hear, play, and feel music. They can dance, hum, and rock to music. This set from The Rhythm Tree comes with everything you need to start reaching the children in your life. Be it a child care, pre-school, public, or private school.

The book is filled with ideas and teaching ideas as well as the companion DVD. It is great for both novice and professionals in the field of working with children who have special needs.


You can find this Autism & Special Needs DVD and Music Kit on Amazon.



What The Rhythm Tree has to say about their product.

WANT TO OPEN UP YOUR CHILD'S WORLD THROUGH MUSIC?This Dr. Toy Top 10 award-winning DVD and Music Kit is perfect for parents, educators and therapists.

Develop critical skills in a fun and playful way (no musical abilities required).

It will add music and success to any autism or special needs program.

Developed by a music therapist with more than 15 years of experience with special needs, this kit makes it easy to use music to bond with a child and help them learn new social and developmental skills.

This music kit is also great for creating fun family time, improving a child's self esteem, and giving a child a way to express themselves, even if they are non-verbal.Helps a child develop better social, speech/communication, motor, and academic skills in a fun and motivating way!

It will also help with autism sensory needs with all of the great instruments that are included.

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Great Teacher Gift

A new favorite in our home and many schools are the liquid chalk markers which work really well and of course wipe off easily.

My girls like to use these on the windows, their wipe off boards, and even on some of their items like laptops.

Another great place to use these are on mirrors to leave messages to other family members and they can wipe it off when they get it.

The colors are bright, write smoothly, and are easy to get started.


You can find these Chalk Markers on Amazon.



Superior Quality chalk ink that provides bright and beautiful colors! And loads of FUN!
For artists, restaurants and bistros, kids and older kids :-)
REVERSIBLE 6mm TIP (wedge or bullet) with 2 extra tips included in the box, easy to clean and dust-free. Non-Toxic and Water Based.
PACK OF 10 CHALK PAINT PENS - the different colors are black, blue, brown, green, orange, pink, purple, red, white and yellow.
Liquid Chalk Markers for vinyl chalkboards, not designed for regular or painted chalkboards. Also great on other non-porous surfaces such as windows, glossy boards, LED boards, mirrors and more.

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Let your little ones clean

What a cute little set for your little one to be able to mimic what their parents do. We love the wet sign the best, but all of the pieces are great representations of the full size product. The only thing you need to put together is the mop all of the other pieces are ready to play with.

This would make a great companion to a kitchen center, or a play vacuum cleaner. Set is sized for a smaller child my 7 year old had to bend over to use the mop but all other products were sized well.

You can find this Little Helper toy on Amazon.

What Velocity Toys has to say about their product.

• Little Helper 'F' Deluxe Children's Kid's Pretend Play Toy Cleaning Play Set
  Comes w/ Floor Dust Mop, Bucket, Dust Pan, Brush, Window Squeegee, Cleaning Rag, Wet Floor Sign, Mock Soap Bottle & Bar
  Perfect for Pretend Play or Role Playing!
  Approx. Length of Mop: 20"
  Approx. Height of Bucket: 5.5"

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Just Right

Having several children, child care children, and grandchildren, we have needed smaller pillows for naps, travel, as well as overnight stays.

Finding a toddler or travel pillow is easy, but being able to find a pillowcase that fits them is much harder to do.

Angel Baby has a great pillowcase that comes in four colors, Ivory, White, Pink, and Blue. They are sized just right, come with a guarantee, and look great.

You can also use these for smaller pillows to complete a look on your bed. Great for anyone who wants to take a quick nap including adults.





You can find this Angel Baby Toddler Pillow on Amazon.



What Angel Baby has to say about their product.

Finally A Pillowcase That is Custom Made for All Toddlers 

The Secret to Having Your Toddler Sleep Safely & Comfortably is the Angel Baby Custom Made TODDLER PILLOWCASE for toddler pillows 

- This pillowcase is 100% PREMIUM COTTON Percale. - It has a 400 THREAD COUNT SATEEN WEAVE for superior durability! 
- Machine Washable, Tumble Dry! 
- Superior Softness and Comfort. 
- Fits ANY Toddler, Travel, or Decorative Pillow that is sized 14x20 inches or less 
- Designed for the Angel Baby Toddler Pillow 
- made in USA 

The Angel Baby toddler pillow case is recommended for children from ages 2-4 yrs for sleeping in the crib, the car for travel, nap time to guarantee a COMFORTABLE and more importantly SAFE SLEEP! 
The ONLY Toddler Travel Pillow Case Cover and Protector that comes with a LIFETIME GUARANTEE! 

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The Fun Bag

This bag is just the right size for my 7 year old daughter to use to take her things back and forth to appointments we might have.

We usually have what is called the fun bag. This is a bag that is filled with busy item such as coloring book, coloring pencils, stickers, little games, paper, and little toys. It is taken along to keep the children occupied while we are out and about on errands.

I love that this bag can be worn on either the left of right side by just changing where the strap is snapped to.

There is a spot for a music device and headphones which is really nice so that their device is inside the bag and not out where it can be lost.



You can find this sling backpack on Amazon.


What Big Easy Brands has to say about their product.

Send your kiddo off to school with this Rugged Sling Backpack made of Durable 600D Polyester.
These Two Tone Backpacks feature a Main Zippered Compartment and an additional Inside Pocket with Velcro closure.
The Shoulder Sling is Padded and Adjustable and is made for either Right or Left Handed kids.
Dimensions of the backpack are 15"(H) x 12.5"(W) x 4"(G)
Strap Dimensions are 28.3" (L) x 2.75" (W)

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