Dad of Divas' Reviews: November 2016

Monday, November 28, 2016

Book Review - One to Ten: Squirrel's Bad Day

One to Ten: Squirrel's Bad Day
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About the Book
Squirrel is running along a tree limb when she trips, losing all her acorns into the rushing water of the river below. Angry and frustrated, she doesn't know what to do. Her good friend, Rabbit, lends both a sympathetic ear as well as a solution. Rather than get angry, Rabbit tells her, rate the problem on a scale of one-to-ten. By identifying and realizing the true importance of the issue, the issue may not seem so overwhelming. Adorable forest creatures help the sad squirrel put everything into perspective so he does not to get stuck in a rut over something that may not be a big deal after all.


My Take on the Book
This was a great book for young readers that explores the idea of solving and dealing with problems. This book was written with a young readers' and it is told through a very cute story that young kids will love. Even though this book is written for younger readers, the author still incorporates some words that were great too.


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Book Review - If You Were Me and Lived in...Israel: A Child's Introduction to Cultures Around the World

If You Were Me and Lived in...Israel: A Child's Introduction to Cultures Around the World
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About the Book
Join Carole P. Roman when she visits the exciting land of Israel in the newest book of her informative series. Learn about the varied customs and cultures. Travel to the Middle East to discover what you would eat and do for fun. See the land through the eyes of a youngster like you and understand what life is like in this exciting place. Don't forget to look at the other books in the series so that you can be an armchair world traveler.


My Take on the Book
This is a great book that really allows you to explore Israel. This book really allowed me, someone that has never been to Israel to explore the culture and customs of this land that has existed for so many years. I loved that you get to learn more about s much about the land, culture and people. You even get to learn about the food of the area too. On top of this the book also teaches you a few words in the native language too.

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Friday, November 25, 2016

TAUN Provides Skin Care Perfect for Dads!

TAUN Provides Skin Care Perfect for Dads!

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About the Product

TAUNama
knows best when it comes to Caring for Dads! We know that most dads don't take the time to really pamper themselves, so now we're giving you a good reason to because this high quality grooming product is a must-have for dads! Trust us, when your family asks you want you really want this holiday season, you'll want to drop a hint about this one.

Knowing how to find the right skincare product can be especially daunting, and something most men don't even bother to think about. Nonetheless - it's very important! Thank goodness the two men who created TAUN did extensive research on this subject, and discovered what key ingredients are absolute "must haves" when choosing the right facial cream. TAUN’s highly effective formula was reviewed by top chemists and researchers in order to ensure this product was the best on the market.


Through countless hours of research with chemists, dermatologists and speaking with customers, TAUN introduced their Facial Repair Formula. Other anti-aging products stop at one or two ingredients to fight premature skin aging, but TAUN Facial Repair Formula uses 13 scientifically proven, effective natural ingredients to reduce the signs of aging, which include:

  • Retinol 
  • Niacinamide 
  • Hyaluronic Acid 
  • Vitamin-C 
  • Ester Blend 
  • Peptide Blend 
  • Jojoba Oil and 
  • Apricot Kernel Oil 
TAUN’s vital blend of ingredients fights all signs of aging like crow’s feet, frown lines, under-eye bags, uneven skin tone, dark spots, and restores firmness and elasticity. This potent anti-aging moisturizer is non scented and absorbs quickly, without leaving behind a greasy residue.

TAUN is vegan-friendly and made in the U.S.

TAUN also comes with a 30-day guarantee for a full refund if you're not happy! Price: $79.00 (60 ML / 2.0 OZ) for one time purchase; renewal program: $59.00.

About TAUN
TAUN Small Batch Men’s Skin Care started as a couple of guys approached their 30s and wanted to know how to improve their skin as they aged. There were plenty of moisturizers out there and anti-aging products that promised to slow the signs of aging, but the field of skin care for men had a shortage of premium, high-end products that actually worked. With a slew of impressive, active ingredients and a bent towards natural skin care, it is the best product available in a market sorely missing this sort of quality. As a result, TAUN has been awarded the prestigious GQ Grooming Award and has been highlighted in the media like Best of Seattle and Birch Box, as a must-have grooming product for men.





My Take on the Product
I have been using this product now for about a month to see what it could do. I place the serum on at night. I find that the serum goes a long way as you do not need much to go a long way. I found that after using this that my skin was definitely feeling better than it had prior to using this. While I do not tend to use high end skin care products the ends of this make me think about making the switch. Prior to using this I definitely was having issues with dry skin, but now after a month in using this I found that my dryness is gone. This is definitely a product I would recommend to all!


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Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Book Review: Chaos: A Scarpetta Novel

Chaos: A Scarpetta Novel

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About the Book
About CHAOS: During the twilight hours on an unusually hot autumn evening in Cambridge, Massachusetts, Dr. Kay Scarpetta and her investigative partner Pete Marino respond to a call about a dead bicyclist. It appears that twenty-six-year-old Elisa Vandersteel has been killed while riding her bicycle along the Charles River, seemingly attacked with almost super human force. As the investigation unfolds, Scarpetta will quickly learn that seemingly random events leading up to the girl’s mysterious death are connected and her world as she knows it, will be plunged into CHAOS.

Even before Scarpetta’s headquarters, the Cambridge Forensic Center, has been officially notified about the case, Marino and Scarpetta’s FBI agent husband Benton Wesley receive suspicious calls, allegedly from someone at Interpol. But it makes no sense. Why would the elite international police agency know about the case or be interested? With breathtaking speed it becomes apparently that an onslaught of interference and harassment might be the work of an anonymous cyberbully named Tailend Charlie, who has been sending cryptic communications to Scarpetta for over a week.


Stunningly, even her brilliant techy niece Lucy can’t trace whoever it is or how this person could have access to intimate information few outside the family would have.

When a second death hundreds of miles south, shocking Scarpetta to her core, it becomes apparent she and those close her are confronted with something far bigger and more dangerous than they’d ever imagined. Then analysis of a mysterious residue recovered from a wound is identified as a material that doesn’t exist on earth.

CHAOS will once again prove why Cornwell has stayed at the top of the bestseller list for more than 25 years and continues to earn fans with her complex plots and stunning and realistic scientific details. With a unique cause of death and cunning suspect, CHAOS will keep readers guessing until the end. And when readers think it’s over, Cornwell delivers the sharpest blow of all.




My Take on the Book
I have been reading the Kay Scarpetta novels by Patricia Cornwell for years and each book seems to get better. This book picks up where the last one lets off and you get to get drawn in by the serial killer that continues to plague Scarpetta. What I love about these novels is not only the rich description throughout the book, but also the characters and the family dynamics and "chaos" that ensues. While Scarpetta's character has flaws, she is still a powerful female protagonist and she offers the reader an amazing calculating approach to investigation. I am always amazed at the passion that she has for her position and for being the voice for the dead even to the detriment to the relationships with the people around her. The book has many twists and turns and keeps you guessing, but is a fast engaging read that any past fan of the series will enjoy. Even as a new reader, there is enough context to pick this up and read this without having the backstory of the past novels as well!


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Book Review - LEGO NEXO KNIGHTS: Knights Academy - The Forbidden Power

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About the Book
An all-new, original series from the mind of Galactic Hot Dogs and The Last Kids on Earth author Max Brallier! Life is tough for Fletcher Bowman. He's an orphan from the countryside who's just arrived at the prestigious NEXO KNIGHTS Academy, where he doesn't know anyone or anything about being a knight. Lucky for Fletcher he quickly makes one friend - the excitable Izzy Richmond. But when Fletcher and Izzy venture off-campus, they awaken a long-sleeping threat to Knighton that threatens to destroy the kingdom. They'll have to work together to defeat the threat -and avoid their principal's wrath- in the start of an action-packed, epic middle grade series that will delight both seasoned fans and readers new to the world of LEGO(R) NEXO KNIGHTS(TM).


My Take on the Book
An action packed book that will bring forth LEGO characters galore! This is a great new series that was a fast read, and if you loved the Star Wars Jedi Academy or the DC Comics Secret Hero Society you will love this series too. My daughter and I read this together and we loved the characters and the plot itself. You will get drawn in from the very beginning!

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Friday, November 11, 2016

Book Review - Ultimate Oceanpedia: The Most Complete Ocean Reference Ever

Ultimate Oceanpedia: The Most Complete Ocean Reference Ever
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About the Book
From tsunamis and sea turtles to riptides and reefs, learn all about the creatures, science, and ecology of our oceans, which cover more of the planet than all the continents and are just as important! Travel through all parts of the ocean to learn how it affects of our world, including storms and climate. Amazing facts, photos, illustrations, and diagrams are found throughout this book, along with conservation tips, weird-but-true facts, and a mini ocean atlas. Challenges to the health of our ocean and its creatures are also presented along with what people are doing to keep it pristine for generations to come.



My Take on the Book
Ever have questions about the ocean deep? This book is the ultimate resource for you and your family to learn about the ocean and everything that is hiding beneath the deep. I am so impressed by the breadth and depth that this book offers. Not only do you get amazing pictures throughout the book but it is also filled with amazing information that really stands out and makes you that much more informed. The book has information that was factual and fun and even as an adult I left more educated than when I started!

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Book Review - The Book of Heroines: Tales of History's Gutsiest Gals


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About the Book
Everybody needs a role model! Discover true stories of superstars, war heroes, world leaders, gusty gals, and everyday women who changed the world. From Sacagawea to Mother Teresa, Annie Oakley to Malala Yousafzai, these famous women hiked up their pants and petticoats and charged full-speed ahead to prove girls are just as tough as boys...maybe even tougher. Complete with amazing images and a fun design, this is the book that every kid with a goal, hope, or dream will want to own.



My Take on the Book
As a father of girls I want my girls growing up with great examples of heroes. However, I want them to have a mix of both men and women that can show heroism to them in different ways. This book was a great example of heroines that all parents would be proud to share with their kids. These amazing women changed history in their own way and through short snippets this book allows readers to get behind the scenes with these characters to be able to get to know them and their character, as well as what makes/made them great. This was a great book, filled with amazing information and even better images. My daughters have loved reading through this and I actually could not get them to put it down! Learn about some amazing women in this inspiring read!


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Book Review - The Book of Heroes: Tales of History's Most Daring Guys

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About the Book
Everybody needs a role model! Discover the true stories of superheroes, rebels, world leaders, action heroes, sports legends, and many more daring dudes, all of whom played their part to make their mark, make a contribution, and make the world a better place.

From Abraham Lincoln to Sitting Bull, Stephen Hawking to Galileo, these cool guys had the boldness, bravery, and brains to meet the challenges of their day. With a fun design, engaging text, and high-quality photographs, this is ultimate hero guide and keepsake for 21st century kids.



My Take on the Book
Who are or who were your heroes? I know that each of us has one or many. Whether it be someone famous or someone in our own home it is important to have role models, people to look up to and learn from. This book is filled with great examples of guys that have set themselves apart from other men. I loved that there were gents drawn from across history within the book and you really get to delve a bit deeper into who they were and why they left a legacy. Filled with amazing images and infrmation this book will bring you closer to these heroes and will allow boys to connect with them on their level. This is a great book with examples of men that all would be proud to call heroes.

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Book Review - Famous Fails!: Mighty Mistakes, Mega Mishaps, & How a Mess Can Lead to Success!


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About the Book
This fun book of quirky failures and famous flops will keep kids laughing while they learn the importance of messing up in order to get it right. Science, architecture, technology, entertainment -- there are epic fails and hilarious goof-ups from every important field. Silly side features help to analyze the failures: "Lesson Learned," "It Could be Worse!," "Losing Combinations," and a "Fail Scale" help readers navigate the different kinds and scopes of the mistakes made. Read to learn what went wrong, what went right, and what kids can learn from each failed attempt.


My Take on the Book
I think you can learn as much or more from a failure as you do from a success and this book is full of so many failures, but it also shows you what happens in the aftermath of these failures also. The book was a ton of fun to read and being filled with great images and information you learn a ton throughout the book! Get ready to be educated and entertained as you fail and find ultimate success along with these famous failures!


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Sunday, November 6, 2016

Make Christmas Magic with Portable North Pole!

 

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Portable North Pole (PNP) is an online platform used by Santa and his elves to send personalized video messages and calls to the people you care about most anywhere around the world.

In just a few simple steps, you can help Santa gather all the information he needs about your loved one and create a tailor-made video message or phone call that is positively magical. But that isn't all Santa and his magical elves have in store! To create truly unforgettable memories, you can even download a HD version of your video to keep for years to come.

Portable North Pole comes available in 3 main package types: the Free (Christmas and Birthday videos), the Video Pass (Unlimited Premium Santa videos + Reaction Recorder, as well as access to previous seasons' videos), and the Magic Pass (Unlimited Premium Santa Videos, Reaction Recorder, HD Video downloads, access to previous seasons' videos)! Available for a limited time only: The Pre-Season Magic Pass, which also comes with a Santa-Approved Nice-List certificate that lets your loved one know if they are one Santa's Naughty or Nice list!

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Portable North Pole is a magical console used by Santa and his elves to send personalized video messages to the folks you care most about.




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Ultra Thin(7mm) Tracing Light Box with 10 PCS A3 Sheets and 1 Drawing Glove


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About the Lightbox
  • Special three buttons design: on/off button, brightness up/ down buttons, easily adjust screen brightness and convenient to use

  • Adopting the latest Constant Current Technology, no extra heat generation after long time using, keeping stable working temperature to extend the lifespan of the LED

  • Adopting advanced Backlight Technology, astigmatism film and the light guide plate guarantee high Illuminate Uniformity and perfectly protect eyes

  • Imported environment-friendly acrylic material, wear-resisting and pressure-resisting

  • Smartly memorize the brightness of your last use; Ultra Thin(7mm) ; 4 non slip mat on the back of the pad, more stable when use it on table; working life can last for up to 60,000 hours; one year warranty




My Take on the Light Box
I create images for my daughters' lunches everyday and while I love to freehand draw, sometimes it is so much easier to trace some of the images that I want to provide them. In the past I would use a flashlight or other powerful light source but now I can say that this light box is my new standard. The light box is very thin but even better is that it is very bright. I have had no issues using this and it has allowed me to create some very cool images. You can easily adjust the light based on when you need with a touch of the button. You also have an 11X17 space to make your images! Love this light board and you will too!



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Friday, November 4, 2016

Getting close and personal with the one you love

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I know I do not talk a lot about your intimate relationship with your spouse, but this is still something that as a parent you do have to deal with. That being said, depending on who you are and the type of intimate relationship that you have, sometimes you want to spice it up a bit.

Recently I learned about a new product that is geared toward men, but it also has applicability for women too. I thought I would share it with you today.



Hot Octopuss , the brand name behind the invention of the world's first ever 'Guybrator' launched it's hero toy, PULSE back in 2014 with a slightly tongue in cheek, albeit insightful, video to explain The Evolution of Masturbation.

This year marked the launch of the brand's latest collection, featuring an upgraded version of the original 'Guybrator', PULSE III SOLO, along with a revolutionary couples' toy, PULSE III DUO and is the first toy of its kind on the market to feature independently controlled, dual motors. Cool, hey?

Want to learn some more tips for getting the best out of PULSE:



So, what lies beyond? Hot Octopuss has successfully led the way in bringing male masturbation in to the 21st century, and plans to continue it's innovative run with a few more buzz-tastic products in the pipeline for 2016.

I saw one of these and in person they are small and made of soft, pliable rubber, but as mentioned there are ways for both men and women to enjoy the experience of this product because of the overall design.

This is definitely an innovative product for men and in regards to the intimate relationship of both partners, it will bring in a new dimension of intimacy for everyone too.



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Wednesday, November 2, 2016

CD Review - Kidz Bop 33

Kidz Bop 33

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About the CD
KIDZ BOP 33, the latest album from the #1 kids’ music group, featuring songs from Calvin Harris, Sia, Twenty-One Pilots. Its release comes during KIDZ BOP’s 15th anniversary and will continue a track record that includes more than 17 million albums sold, 23 Top 10 Albums on the Billboard 200 Chart and more albums sold last year than Nick Jonas, Katy Perri, Demi Lovato, Wiz Khalifa, Jason Derulo, and Rihanna combined.

KIDZ BOP boasts the most Top 10 Debuts of any artist this century and this Friday the franchise hopes to add to this record.

Track listing:

  1. Can’t Stop The Feeling! (Justin Timberlake)
  2. This Is What You Came For (Calvin Harris feat. Rihanna)
  3. Cheap Thrills (Sia)
  4. Ride (Twenty One Pilots)
  5. Me Myself & I (G-Eazy feat. Bebe Rexha)
  6. Treat You Better (Shawn Mendes)
  7. Don’t Mind (Kent Jones)
  8. Rise (Katy Perri)
  9. Never Be Like You (Flume feat. Kai)
  10. Me Too (Meghan Trainor)
  11. Cold Water (Major Lazer feat. Justin Bieber & MO)
  12. Sit Still Look Pretty (Daya)
  13. Lost Boy (Ruth B)
  14. Try Everything (Shakira)


My Take on the CD
Here is a video sharing our thoughts on the new Kidz Bop 33 album!


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Book Review - Pip Bartlett's Guide to Unicorn Training

Pip Bartlett's Guide to Unicorn Training
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About the Book
From bestselling authors Maggie Stiefvater and Jackson Pearce comes the second installment in a series bursting with magical creatures, whimsical adventures, and quirky illustrations.


My Take on the Book
Another great book with the characters that you have come to love! My daughter loves all of the amazing creatures within these books. She always looks forward to seeing what creatures will come next! This story does not disappoint and you definitely get a ton of cool creatures but also a solid story too! By the end my daughter was wondering when the third book would be coming out!


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