Dad of Divas' Reviews: November 2010

Tuesday, November 30, 2010

Fantasia Clips & Activities

In celebration of today's release of FANTASIA/FANTASIA 2000: 2-Movie Collection Special Edition, I wanted to share with you these still images, video clips from the film and bonus material as well as activities for the kiddies!

FANTASIA 2000


Rebirth of Destino (Bonus)




Destino (Bonus)


Walt's Perfect World (Bonus)


Musicana (Bonus)



Tin Soldier (Film)


Whales (Film)



Rejuvenation (Film)


FANTASIA

Schultheis Notebook (Bonus)


Walt's Importance (Bonus)


Creating Volcanos (Bonus)


Sorcerer's Apprentice (Film)



Demon on the Mountain (Film)


Crocodile Ballet (Film)


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Product Review - Natural Dynamix Gummy Vitamins and Supplements



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Monday, November 29, 2010

Ty's Toy Box Official Online Shops Open for MARTHA SPEAKS, PEEP AND THE BIG WIDE WORLD

WGBH Boston, co-producer of the popular children’s animated television programs Martha Speaks and Peep and the Big Wide World, has partnered with Brand-Xpand, a leading provider of e-commerce retail strategy and services for the licensing industry, to open a new online store offering exclusive Martha SpeaksPeep and the Big Wide World merchandise through TysToyBox.com

Fans will be able to purchase personalized items featuring characters from both shows, including Martha Speaks backpacks, tote bags, water bottles, and adorable Peep and the Big Wide World onesies, hoodies, pillows, and more at marthaspeaks.tystoybox.com and peepbigwideworld.tystoybox.com
and .

Martha Speaks and Peep and the Big Wide World are both wonderful programs that educate while they entertain,” said Scott Norman, Brand-Xpand principal. “Brand-Xpand is thrilled to partner with WGBH to offer products featuring these beloved characters.”

“We’re happy to partner with Brand-Xpand and Ty’s Toy Box to provide personalized merchandise to fans of Martha Speaks and Peep and the Big Wide World,” stated Mary Cahill Farella, Director of Licensing at WGBH.

About Martha SpeaksMartha Speaks is a production of WGBH Boston and DHX Media. Martha Speaks is funded in part by the Corporation for Public Broadcasting through a cooperative agreement from the U.S. Department of Education's Ready to Learn Grant. Corporate funding provided by Chuck E. Cheese's® and Kiddie Academy® Child Care Learning Centers. Additional funding provided by public television viewers.

Distributed internationally by Decode Enterprises, Martha Speaks also airs on CBBC, TVO, Knowledge Network, and SCN and has been acquired by broadcasters across Europe, Latin America, and the Middle East.

About Peep and the Big Wide WorldPeep and the Big Wide World is an Emmy Award-winning science and math series for preschoolers, funded in part by the National Science Foundation. Peep features a chicken (Peep), a robin (Chirp) and an irascible, endearing duck (Quack)—along with an extended family of friends and (occasional) foes. The show takes place in and around a large urban park. Comedian Joan Cusack narrates the series and its theme song is performed by blues legend Taj Mahal.

Peep and the Big Wide World
is produced by WGBH Boston and 9 Story Entertainment in association with TVOntario. Major funding for Peep and the Big Wide World is provided by the National Science Foundation. PEEP is closed-captioned for deaf and hard-of-hearing viewers by The Media Access Group at WGBH. PEEP is distributed in the U.S. by American Public Television.
About WGBH BostonWGBH Boston is America’s preeminent public broadcasting producer—the single largest source of prime-time and children’s programming for PBS and pbs.org, one of the most trafficked dot-org websites in the world. WGBH produces some of public television’s best-known lifestyle shows, many public radio favorites, and award-winning children’s programs and websites that empower kids with innovative, entertaining, curriculum-based content. Among the WGBH-produced children’s titles: Arthur, Curious George, Postcards from Buster, Between the Lions, Design Squad, Martha Speaks, FETCH! with Ruff Ruffman, and Peep and the Big Wide World. WGBH also is a pioneer in educational multimedia, and in technologies and services that make media accessible to the 36 million Americans who rely on captioning or video descriptions. WGBH has been recognized with hundreds of honors: Emmys, Peabodys, duPont- Columbia Awards and even two Oscars. In 2002, WGBH received a special institutional Peabody Award for 50 years of excellence. For more information, go to www.wgbh.org.

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Kids Love Cold Stone Hot Cocoa - #coldstonecocoa


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I was recently asked to try out Cold Stone's new Cocoa mix thanks for Collective Bias and Cold Stone. To be completely honest, I had no idea that Cold Stone even had Cocoa mix until I was given this opportunity but seeing how much my family loves Cold Stone Creamery... I thought this would be the Cocoa for us!


I had a little of a difficult time finding the product at first and quickly came to find that I needed to go to a Walmart Supercenter to find it as the regular Walmarts did not have the product in store as of yet.

In going to the Super Walmart I found three varieties prominently displayed and easy to find as they had it right in aisle one! The only variety that they did not carry was the Dark Chocolate (DARN!), so we ended up getting one of the milk chocolate and one with the marshmallows.

I wanted to get these when I did as I knew we were going to have a house full of kids today and we wanted to truly get their opinion.

One thing that I was a bit confused about when I did put the cocoa together was that it mentioned that we had to put 6oz of water per packet, but when I did this, we only had water in about 1/4 of the coffee cup. So I decided to throw away convention and double it (actually a bit more than that) and add a second packet of cocoa into a number of the adult cups. Soon I found that I was going to have to cut back or I would run out of cocoa, so we also did some with 1.5 packets and some with only 1 packet.

What I found was that in using 2 packets the cocoa was rich and thick. If you like chocolate, this would definitely be something you would like! I also tasted the other two varieties and found that they too tasted good, just not as thick, but just as tasty!

All-in-all, the kids loved the cocoa and all said they wanted their moms to go out and get this kind of cocoa. We even had one girl that never likes cocoa who said that she loved this mix and she wanted to have her mom buy her some!

So for this family, we have found a new Cocoa mix! I am definitely looking forward to trying other varieties in the future!

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Walmart Kicks Off Cyber Week on More Items than Ever Before

Walmart announced today that it will launch its Cyber Week of savings early this year, offering six days of unbelievable prices on a large assortment of must-have holiday items while supplies last.  More than 150 holiday gifts and other items will be offered online at Walmart.com beginning on Sunday, Nov. 28 through Friday, Dec. 3. 

Walmart’s Cyber Week event gives families amazing offers on a wide assortment of holiday gifts from electronics, toys and video games to home furnishings, apparel, beauty products and personalized items with new savings added daily.  In addition, almost all Cyber Week items ship free to your home1 or to your local Walmart store with Site to Store.2

“This year, we’ve increased our online specials by 25 percent to offer big savings on top items throughout Cyber Week so our customers can bring home more for less this Holiday,” said Steve Nave, senior vice president and general manager, Walmart.com. “We are also kicking off Cyber Week one day early to give our customers more time to save and the majority of items are available for free shipping.”

Walmart’s Cyber Week holiday savings kick off Sunday, Nov. 28 through Friday, Dec. 3.  Featured items include:

Electronics and Gaming:
·         Philips 8GB Vibe MP3 Video Player – $39.98
·         Garmin Nuvi 295W 3.5” Portable GPS – $89  
·         Viore 24” Class LED-LCD HDTV – $199
·         HP Mini 210 Netbook PC – $318
·         Sony PlayStation 3 Entertainment Value Bundle (includes PS3 160GB console, choice of 2 games, choice of Blu-ray movie and Sony Blu-ray remote) – $388
·         Element 42” Class LED-LCD HDTV – $499
·         HP 17.3” DV7 Laptop PC  – $578

Toys:
·         Hot Wheels Turbo Town Mega Garage Playset (includes five ramps, working car elevator and two car launchers)– $29
·         VTech MobiGo Touch Learning Game Bundle (includes Toy Story 3 Bonus Software Cartridge) – $49.97

Cameras and Personalized Gifts:
·         FujiFilm Digital Camera Bundle (includes camera case, 4GB SD card and 100 4” x 6” prints from Walmart One Hour Photo)  – $89
·         Kodak Easyshare Digital Camera – $199
·         Personalized Photo Christmas Stockings with a bonus stocking holder – $10

Customers can find Cyber Week pricing updates by following Walmart on twitter at @WalmartSpecials.    

1Offer not valid on automotive tires and Walmart Marketplace items. Shipping surcharges may still apply in Alaska, Hawaii and Puerto Rico.
3 Depending on item and availability.  Marketplace items cannot be returned to stores


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FEED PROJECTS presents "12 Days, 12 Ways to FEED" Gift Guide to Giving

FEED Projects announced its “12 Days, 12 Ways to FEED” initiative today that gives everyone a unique gift guide to giving for the Holiday season. From bags that provide Rwandan children school meals for an entire year, to teddy bears that provide invaluable nutrients to toddlers in need, each FEED gift goes beyond the wrapping paper and truly opens the box of opportunity by closing the door on world hunger. 

 “12 Days, 12 Ways” begins on Cyber Monday (11/29) and will run for 12 days with each day offering a new FEED Projects product suggestion, including over six new items such as the FEED Peace bag and FEED t-shirts made in Africa.  FEED has also partnered with the GAP, Forever 21 and Lord & Taylor to offer exclusive products to consumers during this great initiative. 

Check out Feedprojects.com in order to see all of the amazing gifts!

FEED Projects 12 Days, 12 Ways Gift Guide

Day 1 (11/29)
FEED Kenya Collection- Kenya bag, Masai scarf, Kikoy Scarves
Day 2 (11/30)
FEED Bears
Day 3 (12/1)           
FEED Custom bags
Day 4 (12/2)
FEED 2 Guatemala bracelets @ Forever21

Day 5 (12/3)
FEED T-shirts

Day 6 (12/4)
FEED Health Backpacks

Day 7 (12/5)
FEED Stocking Stuffers- FEED 5 Bracelets, FEED 10 pouches

Day 8 (12/6)
FEED USA bags on Gap.com

Day 9 (12/7)
FEED Peace Bags

Day 10 (12/8)
FEED Guatemala Bags on Lord&Taylor.com

Day 11 (12/9)
FEED Classics- FEED 1, 2 and 100 bags

Day 12 (12/10)
FEED 10 Bag



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Dell Launches Inspiron Contest and Sweepstakes

To help organize the chaos this holiday, Dell has launched the Inspiron One 23 Storybook Contest and Sweepstakes (www.DellInspironStorybook.com) where you can create your own animated video storybook and enter to win tons of Dell prizes including an Inspiron One 23.  Additional details and features of the Storybook site include:

·         View customized storybooks by Bethenny Frankel and others who have inspiring 2010 stories

·         Create your own animated storybook and share it with friends and family.  It’s fun and easy!

·         Through 12/31, participants can enter their own storybook into the Inspiron One 23 Contest for a chance to win a Dell Home Technology Upgrade including:
§  Dell Streak, Zino HD with Blu-Ray, Sony Bravia 46” 3-D Ready HD TV, Xbox Kinect, 3-D Ready Home Theater Receiver System

·         Through 1/28, enter the Inspiron One 23 Sweepstakes for a chance to win an Inspiron One 23 – we’re giving away 3 every week! 

·         Click here for more information and to see a demonstration of the Inspiron One 23’s touch screen capabilities.

The Inspiron is meant to be the new family hub: an all-in-one resource.  At a retail value of $949, it is truly meant to be the family computer- located in the kitchen or family room where everyone gathers to play games, organize schedules and share experiences – a way to bring the family together through technology, organization, and learning.


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Thinking About Law School?

I have the privilege of being affiliated with Cooley Law School and have continued to be impressed with the caliber of the school and the students they have studying there. I also honestly would be proud to have a Cooley Lawyer represent me in the future if ever I needed representation!

Just today Cooley unveiled a new video, which I think encapsulates some of the great things that they are doing across their four campuses!

If you are thinking about law school or know someone who is, take a look at this video!



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Sunday, November 28, 2010

Box of Possibilities: This season’s must-have gift for kids doesn’t require batteries

The best part of the holidays for kids is often not the latest gadget, but the potential of the box in which it's delivered. For Cleveland-based Build A Dream Playhouses, it took the concept of cardboard fun one step further to create an imaginative world where boxes take the shape of cars, jets, kitchens, castles, ice cream trucks, space shuttles and much more. The result not only gives kids the gift of creativity and fun, but also provides parents with an affordable, easy-to-store toy that kids can enjoy year-round.

According to toy trend specialist Reyne Rice from the Toy Industry Association (TIA), the 2010 market trends are centered on four "A's": active, accessible, affordable and aspirational. With multiple cardboard designs available and more in development, Build A Dream corrugated cardboard play structures positively stimulate a child's emotional and intellectual development.

“Our innovative products exercise children both physically and mentally, as opposed to video games or other expensive toy fads," said Sam Cahill, creative director, Build A Dream Playhouses. "Imaginative play creates influential interaction between children and their peers and provides countless hours of enjoyment for kids that parents can support and afford.”

Build A Dream play structures offer the simplicity of cardboard, while inspiring the complexity of a child's imagination. The unique products are lightweight, sturdy, and are easy to assemble with no adhesive or fasteners required.

The cardboard is printed with one color, black graphics on the white corrugated, which helps provide the basis for children to imagine. The clean surface material allows children to decorate the play structure with paints, markers, stickers or other creative accents to truly make it their own.

“We supply the palette for children to create their ideas and bring them to life in a way that's safe, fun and original," added Cahill. "We strive to deliver toys that stimulate and encourage the endless imagination of children with safe, affordable and eco-friendly products.”

As a company, Build a Dream has a strong commitment to child safety and to the environment. All products have been tested to conform to the standards of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA). In addition, each product is manufactured from 80 percent recycled materials, resulting in an end product that is 100 percent recyclable. The transportation and logistics of the products also drastically reduce the fuel consumption required to ship products.

About Build A Dream Playhouses
Build A Dream Playhouses was founded by a Cleveland, Ohio, father who is dedicated to providing the most innovative, fresh and fun products for children to utilize their creativity and imaginations. The company's line of one-of-a-kind corrugated cardboard box playhouses provides a safe and durable canvas for children to paint their dreams into a unique, one-of-a-kind creation that is their own. For more information on Build A Dream products, visit buildadreamplayhouses.com


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Celebrate the holidays in style with T.J.Maxx and Marshalls

To prepare you for all the holiday events you’ll be attending, both T.J. Maxx & Marshalls have been working with vendors around the world to bring you holiday-perfect looks – all for up to 60% less than mall and department stores.  From shimmering bags that add an unexpected touch of glamour during the daytime to sleek sheaths that carry you from the office to a holiday event, you’ll find your perfect holiday look with us.  T.J.Maxx and Marshalls offer the styles and designers consumers love, at a fraction of department store prices. So, whether seeking the perfect sprinkling of sparkle or a dash of luxe, with over 10,000 new pieces of merchandise arriving weekly, it’s the one-stop shop for designer fashions this holiday season. 

I was given the opportunity to go and check out the stores to see what was really happening and I was amazed! I had not been to wither store in a while (and when I say a while, I mean a while). This was not because of any lack of interest in the stores, but instead it was due to location mostly and the fact that I don't always splurge on myself in regards to clothes (I still have some sweaters and shirts that I owned back in high school...which was a long time ago).

Anyway, when I went to both stores I was amazed to find the number of high quality brands at affordable prices that I did find. I was able to find a few things for myself and at the same time something for J-Mom and still stay with the $50 giftcard that was provided to me. The stores were clean and organized and the employees were very helpful. At T.J. Maxx I even browsed through the clearance items and was surprised to find some very nice things that they were trying to clearance off. I actually went over my budget and grabbed a few things there as well (as I am always looking for a deal.

All-in-all I was very impressed and will now be visiting the stores more frequently (Diva-J needs some winter dresses).

I encourage all of you to go and check out the new look of both T.J.Maxx and Marshalls, I know you will be pleasantly surprised!


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Book Review - Hannah and the Talking Tree

About the Book
California author and illustrator Elke Weiss has just published a children’s book specially designed to plant the seeds of environmental activism in the next generation.

Hannah is a little girl with a special and unique gift. She has very, very big ears which enable her to hear things in the world all around her that other people do not notice.

She can hear the grass grow, the wind sing, and the ants march one by one. She can hear birds chirping far away and even hear the trees drinking water.

Unfortunately, she is teased and criticized by other children and runs away to be alone.  With her extra special powers she finds and befriends a very special and solitary tree and learns about the tragic fate of the trees around her.

And now the last tree is threatened as well.  Is there any way to save the lone tree from destruction? Will anyone listen to Hannah's cry for help?

Instead of just giving up and letting the last tree get cut down, Hannah decides to be brave and do something herself to help save the last tree and create a world worthwhile living in. 

Hannah and the Talking Tree
By Elke Weiss

List $16.95
Trade hardcover 36 pages color 11.75 inches by 11.75 inched
Printed on recycled paper, approved by the Forest Stewardship Council.
Free Focus Publishing; 1ST edition (2010)
ISBN-10: 0982674716  ISBN-13: 978-0982674710

Available at bookstores online. For more information visit www.freefocuspublishing.com

Hannah and the Talking Tree is an environmental children's book intended for Ages 3-7.

This is a charming, well written and beautifully illustrated book. The characters are loveable, the storyline brilliant, and the illustrations, in vivid hues with detailed backgrounds, are exquisitely done.

Elke Weiss strives to teach children how important it is to care for our environment. Hannah and the Talking Tree is a wonderful way to give children an understanding of the environment and value the development of a healthy sense of curiosity for nature. This book is not only about environment and acting to make change, it has the simple goal to get kids out into nature so they don’t lose touch with the world around us.  

Elke Weiss grew up in Bavaria, Germany running bare feet over meadows, climbing trees and mountains. She has working experience as a writer, illustrator, designer, animator, filmmaker and publisher. She lives in Los Angeles, California. 

My Take on the Book
This book was great and it opened my kids eyes to the environment. The illustrations are adorable and the characters are memorable. When I first read the book, I thought that it was going to have an underlying tone of isolation where the main character was being ridiculed because of her looks, but instead it was a story that was more about acceptance which is something that I definitely want my girls to know.  
 
If you and you family care about the environment, this book was a gentle story that provided kids the opportunity to gain a much better understanding of the environment and its importance. Hannah also shows readers that having a curiosity about nature and the world around oneself is a positive thing, and you will learn so much more than you could even know.

I highly recommend this book!

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Saturday, November 27, 2010

Book Review - An Amish Christmas

About the Book
Enjoy this Amish Christmas bestseller with an additional new novella from romance author Kelly Long.

"Christmas Cradles" by Kelly Long -- When Anna Stolis takes over for her aunt, the local Amish midwife in Paradise, Christmas night heats up with multiple deliveries, three strangers' quilts, and the help from resourceful and strong Asa Lapp, whose job it is to get Anna through a dangerous blizzard to complete her midwifery rounds.

“A Miracle for Miriam” by Kathleen Fuller: This Christmas, Miriam must decide whether to guard herself or accept the love of a man who once broke her heart.

“A Choice to Forgive” by Beth Wiseman: Lydia, a widow who has given up on love, is shocked when Daniel-- a past love-- returns to the Order, and her life.

“One Child” by Barbara Cameron: This snowy Lancaster Christmas Eve will see two couples’ lives changed by the birth of one child.

Contributer Barbara Cameron is the author of fifteen novels and three nationally televised movies (HBO), as well as a recipient of the first Romance Writers of America Golden Heart.

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My Take on the Book
What I found interesting about these stories was that they were loosely connected, but they they could easily be read by themselves. Each of the stories give you a glimpse into the Amish culture and values as well as they provide the reader stories that are timeless Christmas classics. Many remind me of stories you would find in Hallmark Movies. I am not saying this in a negative fashion, but they read much like the way that Hallmark Movies do, and in the end there is redemption in most cases.

Each of the stores show strong female characters that are on very different journeys. Each has struggles, but each also finds resolution in the end. 

All three of the books are inspirational Christmas stories and quick reads. You will truly find these books to be ones that you will want to share with others in the future!


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Product Review - Glomate Plus

About the Product

Amazon.com Product Description

A play light, night-light, and travel light in one, the rechargeable color-changing Mobi GloMate Plus glows in three different colors as well as Rainbow Mode and provides hours of comfort and entertainment. Designed in a child-friendly shape that fits small hands, the GloMate Plus features a silky soft surface and safe, heat-free LEDs. Set the 15-minute dim-to-sleep function in any color mode and help your child drift to sleep.
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Mobi GloMate Plus
At a Glance:

  • Color-changing play light, night-light, and travel light
  • Rechargeable for up to 10 hours of light and play
  • Lighted base changes color when charging is complete
  • Turns on automatically when lifted from base or during a power outage
  • 15-minute dim-to-sleep function operates in any color mode
  • BPA and lead free; complies with CPSIA toy safety standards
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Mobi GloMate Plus
Child-friendly shape is designed to fit small hands.View larger.
Mobi GloMate Plus
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides up to 10 hours of light.View larger.

Color-Changing Night-Light and Play Light

Children will be comforted by the sight of Mobi's cheerful GloMate Plus at their sides. This playful light offers two modes of operation to keep kids soothed and entertained. In Constant Mode, GloMate Plus glows steadily in blue, green, or red. In Rainbow Mode, GloMate automatically cycles through all three colors.
GloMate Plus is not only a funky lamp that's fun to watch, but it's also a cuddly playmate with a silky feel that's ideal for snuggling. Illuminated by energy-efficient LEDs, GloMate Plus is completely heat-free, so it's safe for little hands.
Mobi GloMate Plus

Kid-Friendly Grab-and-Go Charging

The GloMate Plus has a built-in long-lasting rechargeable lithium-ion battery that provides up to 10 hours of operation. Once the lamp is fully charged, a ring on the lighted low-voltage base changes color to indicate GloMate is ready to go. When removed from the charging base--or in the event of a power outage--GloMate Plus turns on automatically and emits a continuous glow.

Friendly Glow, on the Go

Because it's rechargeable and portable, the GloMate Plus is ideal for travel. Kids will love having GloMate Plus as an entertaining playmate during the journey, and parents will love having GloMate as a soothing night-light that helps reassure children in unfamiliar surroundings.
Mobi GloMate Plus

Timer Promotes Gentle Transition to Sleep

GloMate Plus's built-in timer slowly decreases light over a 15-minute period, promoting a comfortable and gradual transition to sleep. The timer works in either Constant Mode or Multi Mode, starting the light at full brightness and ultimately transitioning to off.

Safe, Durable, and Easy to Maintain

Designed with both parents and kids in mind, GloMate Plus features a soft-touch plastic surface that's impact resistant and easy to clean. For further convenience, the built-in lithium-ion battery means you'll never have to worry about making replacements, and the long-lasting LEDs mean you'll never have to worry about changing bulbs.
The Mobi GloMate Plus is compliant with CPSIA toy safety standards for lead and phthalates. It is backed by a 90-day limited warranty.

What's in the Box

Mobi GloMate Plus, charger base, and AC adapter.

Mobi GloMate Series
 Kid-FriendlyRechargeableDim-To-Sleep ModePhotocell Sensor
Mobi GloMate WallMateYes  Yes
Mobi GloMate JuniorYes Yes 
Mobi GloMate PlusYesYesYes 

From the Manufacturer

The TykeLight GloMate features a new, easy to clean surface that is soft to the touch, durable and impact resistant. The all white BPA and lead free GloMate, once illuminated, can turn a constant blue, green or pink; or rainbow mode which will cycle between all colors. The built in NiMH rechargeable batteries and low-voltage charging base helps the GloMate provide up to 10 hours of constant light when fully charged. The hassle free GloMate turns on automatically when removed from the base, and the LED lights do not give off heat, so it's cool to the touch." The "Gentle Sleep" mode when activated automatically dims and shuts off the light after 15 minutes.

My Take on the ProductWhat is nice about the Mobi GloMate is that it emits a bright glow in a choice of colors. This light is something that any child will like as they go to sleep at night. It is in a shape that is comfortable to hold and but not comfortable enough to take to bed with a child. It is rechargeable  His surface is hard, but all smooth curves -- which feel good in the hand, but perhaps not so comfortable to which is always something that I appreciate, especially when I have spent so much in the past on batteries!

The product gently lights the room of my daughter. I enjoyed that there was a button that set a timer that slowly dims and turns it off in 15 minutes. If you don't want the timer to work it will shine for 8+ hours off its base. It then will take at least 4 hours to recharge. The base plugs into an outlet via a cord similar to a cellular phone charger. 

My girls both enjoyed this product and the only downfall was that we only had one so only one daughter could have it in her room!

Anyway, I would highly recommend this product, especially if you are looking for a great nightlight for your child.


If you are interested in this product you can find it on Amazon!


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