The Hot New Toy For Christmas is...

[Mom2Madi]

Thanks Lynn... I'm on the phone with TRU now.

 

[alacazander]

Unless some games are played differently than the ones we have (and I don't think they are) I think you'd be wasting your money to buy another joystick. I'd spend that money on another game.

Thanks Bengalbelle - BTW - which games do you have? Any better then any others or one NOT to get!

 

[bengalbelle]

Thanks Bengalbelle - BTW - which games do you have? Any better then any others or one NOT to get!

My son is 4, he got it when he was 3, so we have some of the easier games. I want to get him some tougher ones for Christmas because I think he's ready for them.

We have Learnin' Wheels, Toy Story, Winnie the Pooh, Simba's Adventures, Mickey's Magical Adventures and Alphabet Park Adventures (the one that comes with it).

The only one that seemed too easy, even when he was younger, was Simba's Adventures. He never really cared for it. It took me a long time to find Learnin' Wheels, but it was worth the search. He loves it! Toy Story is another favorite.

We haven't played Mickey yet. Actually, DS doesn't know we have it so I'll probably put it up for Christmas. He's been going up the levels on the games he has, and also playing with his Leapster so I haven't bought any new games for awhile. I bought him the pocket Vsmile so I'll get more smartridges for Christmas and/or birthday.

 

[bengalbelle]

My son is 4, he got it when he was 3, so we have some of the easier games. I want to get him some tougher ones for Christmas because I think he's ready for them.

We have Learnin' Wheels, Toy Story, Winnie the Pooh, Simba's Adventures, Mickey's Magical Adventures and Alphabet Park Adventures (the one that comes with it).

The only one that seemed too easy, even when he was younger, was Simba's Adventures. He never really cared for it. It took me a long time to find Learnin' Wheels, but it was worth the search. He loves it! Toy Story is another favorite.

We haven't played Mickey yet. Actually, DS doesn't know we have it so I'll probably put it up for Christmas. He's been going up the levels on the games he has, and also playing with his Leapster so I haven't bought any new games for awhile. I bought him the pocket Vsmile so I'll get more smartridges for Christmas and/or birthday.

This is a little OT, but I wanted to tell you how much fun we've had playing with Alphabet Park Adventures (I'm assuming this smartridge still comes with it). Anyway, we find it pretty entertaining! DS loves to make the boy fall instead of doing what he is supposed to because of the sounds the boy makes when he falls or runs into something. DS thinks it's pretty funny. We also like when he's climbing and the boys says up, up, up. Usually "free" games aren't that great, but we really enjoy this one.

 

[alacazander]

My son is 4, he got it when he was 3, so we have some of the easier games. I want to get him some tougher ones for Christmas because I think he's ready for them.

We have Learnin' Wheels, Toy Story, Winnie the Pooh, Simba's Adventures, Mickey's Magical Adventures and Alphabet Park Adventures (the one that comes with it).

The only one that seemed too easy, even when he was younger, was Simba's Adventures. He never really cared for it. It took me a long time to find Learnin' Wheels, but it was worth the search. He loves it! Toy Story is another favorite.

We haven't played Mickey yet. Actually, DS doesn't know we have it so I'll probably put it up for Christmas. He's been going up the levels on the games he has, and also playing with his Leapster so I haven't bought any new games for awhile. I bought him the pocket Vsmile so I'll get more smartridges for Christmas and/or birthday.

Excellent - thank you!

 

[maggiew]

Do you think there will be some sort of deal for iPods on Black Friday?? I am wondering if I should wait until then to get my DD her iPod.

Maggie

 

[maciec]

I am having a hard time deciding here and I am looking for a little help ...

Choices: Pixter, Disney Dream Sketcher, V-Smile Portable, and Leapster

I need some opinions on all of them. My dd will be 5 on 11/10 and we are having a hard time deciding what to get her for her birthday or for Christmas.

The only thing that I can get her to sit and do for any length of time is play games on the internet off of Playhouse Disney, Nick Jr, PBS Kids, and Noggin. She loves her Color Wonder books, her Game Cube, and movies. Other than those things I can't get her to play with any toys for any longer than 5 minutes. Oh, and when she does play with her toys its with her stuffed animals. So, I bought her a Furby as one gift.

We have a dvd player in our Sienna for when we travel. She has the V-Smile console game at her grand parents that she plays with.

HELP!

 

[corie161]

Do you have a Build A Bear by you? My cousins DD loved stuffed animals and played with them all the time. She's now 10 and she went to Build A Bear and made their own stuffed animal and you can by accessories to go along with it. Maybe a birthday idea.

 

[Disneyland_emily]

>>Pixter, Disney Dream Sketcher, V-Smile Portable, and Leapster<<

Of the 4 I sell 3 of them (We dont have the Disney Sketcher) but of the 3 I have Id recommend either the Vsmile or the Leapster-

At 5 I think she's good for either of them (older and Id recommend the Leapster and younger the VSmile)- From todays standpoint the Leapster will last longer because they have product for older kids wheras the VSmile seems to be more for the under 8 segment while Leapster seem to go to about 10-11 years old- Also leapster has more "non license" titles which may or may not be a factor

As for longevity- Both seem to be a long lasting stable product so both should be around for atleast a few years

As for pixter- its a sad nonseller that Im surprised makes it though every season...It must do well somewhere....

-em

 

[mamalle]

we have the leapster and vsmile- both my kids love their leapsters and my son who is 3 plays with the vsmile more than dd who is 5. this year I bought them the disney sketchers and hoping its a big hit esp with dd since she loves to draw and you can download the pics to the printer..

 

[alacazander]

Ok - I bought a really fun toy today at TRU. Remember spin art? You put the paper on the spinner and you squirt paint on to it.

Lite brite has one called Flash art. Same concept paint on paper but it comes in this nice box you just flip the lid open, insert the paper and it has two buttons on the top that spin it and plays cute music. Comes with neon paint.
Also has refills of different color paint, neon paper and paper with designs on them.
TRU has them on sale for $14.99 this week original price of $19.99 and refills $4.99

 

[JRoglitz]

Ok - I bought a really fun toy today at TRU. Remember spin art? You put the paper on the spinner and you squirt paint on to it.

Lite brite has one called Flash art. Same concept paint on paper but it comes in this nice box you just flip the lid open, insert the paper and it has two buttons on the top that spin it and plays cute music. Comes with neon paint.
Also has refills of different color paint, neon paper and paper with designs on them.
TRU has them on sale for $14.99 this week original price of $19.99 and refills $4.99

My DD who is 6 wants one of these for Christmas.

I was also thinking of getting her and MP3 player of some kind. She loves music and is on a cheer and dance team so we go on alot of bus trips to competitions. It would be great on the bus. I don't think she needs anything that stores tons of songs just something small. Any ideas on what would be nice without spending a fortune? I also saw one of those iDogs that was cute. Does anyone have a review? Thanks!

 

[bugbugmom]

bumping for more ideas

 

[sbaldasare]

My DS's (6 and 9) both are asking for the Lightastix (made by RoseArt). They are similar to the Magnetix. Anybody know if they are worth the $$? I have read some poor review about the Magnetix in general. Thanks!

 

[ceecee]

I believe that the idog attaches to the player and dances around. They look cute, but I read the reviews on Amazon and they were so-so.

 

[100AcreWood]

I bought dd (3) a cool set of drums for the bath tub! They are listed on Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/t...25631/sr=11-1/ref=sr_11_1/104-7527873-7518327

They were $9.99 with free shipping! Obviously I haven't tried them but they look awesome! It's nice to get a head start this year!

 

[mookie]

Hey all,

Subscribing to this thread so I can find it. Haven't had time to read through it, but I'll need to be up on these things for the holidays...

Great thread, thanks!

 

[kmp1191]

We are trying something a little different this year....
DS10 has been talking about a guitar for 6+ months so we are going to get him a guitar and lessons.
DD6 wants to take gymnastics so she will get a couple of tumbling outfits and lessons.
They will also get a few games/toys etc. but not like years in the past....too much "stuff".
I told DH all I want for Christmas is another trip to WDW!!!


this guy makes me laugh every time i see it!!

 

[mrFDNY]

The Hot New Toy For Christmas is...
take your mrFDNY to disney world!!!!!!can someone please tell dw this.I think she might buy it, but only if someone else tell her this.

 

[cmrules]

Has anyone seen anydeals on Furby? I bought one at Walmart for $29.98 just in case they become hard to find later.