August 26, 2012 · 5:23 pm

NINJA TURTLES: THE NEXT MUTATION, VOLUME 1 2-DVD Set Review & Giveaway!!!

 

Cowabunga, Dude! 

Fan Favorite Live-Action Pop Culture Series Debuts for the First Time on DVD

 

NINJA TURTLES: THE NEXT MUTATION, VOLUME 1  

HITS HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES EVERYWHERE

OWN THIS COLLECTIBLE 2-DVD SET SEPTEMBER 4, 2012

FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

 


Four green turtles, heard the news? Changed to mutants by an ooze. Found on the floor and raised by a rat. Now they’re ninjas, how about that? Check it out, another one found made her way to Chinatown. With the rest, now that makes five. Ninja Turtles are alive!

 

Cowabunga! Get ready to relive the live-action TV adventures of Saban’s Ninja Turtles when Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Saban Brands, will unleash the Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation, Volume 1 DVD set on September 4, 2012. Delivering fun-filled family entertainment for all ages, this highly anticipated 2-DVD set features the first 13 action-packed episodes of the memorable 90s pop culture series. A must-have for Ninja Turtles fans, collectors and pop culture enthusiasts, the 2-DVD set of Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation, Volume 1 is priced to own at $19.93 SRP. This DVD is now available for preorder at Amazon.com

The memorable live-action adventure series Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation debuted in 1997. The series continued the fun-filled saga of Leonardo, Raphael, Donatello and Michelangelo, four genetically mutated turtles who have transformed into human sized, ninja-powered crime fighters living in the sewers of New York City. Soon the Ninja Turtles’ world that they have come to know and love will change. If you thought Shredder was bad, wait until you meet their newest foe–Dragon Skull! It will take all the power of our four reptile heroes to combat this new villain, including the help from a new ninja turtle named Venus De Milo!

Technical Information

Ninja Turtles: The Next Mutation, Volume 1 2-DVD set

Street Date: September 4, 2012

Running Time: +/ – 260 minutes

Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1 Full Frame

Audio: stereo

I don’t know who was more excited to see this DVD set arrive, my husband or my boys.  My little guys have never seen the turtles as they were way before their time so I was anxious to get their thoughts as I showed them the DVD.  They were immediately captivated  just by the cover.  It has been wonderful to have this set of the first 13 episodes for them to watch and I can just tell this is going to be a real favorite whenever we have TV time.

About Saban Brands

Formed in 2010 as a subsidiary of Saban Capital Group, Saban Brands (SB) was established to acquire and develop a world-class portfolio of properties and capitalize on the company’s experience, track record and capabilities in growing and monetizing consumer brands.  SB applies a strategic transmedia management approach to enhancing and extending its brands in markets worldwide and to consumers of all ages.  The company provides full-service management, marketing, promotion and strategic business development for its intellectual properties including comprehensive strategies unique to each brand, trademark and copyright management and enforcement, creative design, retail development, direct-to-consumer initiatives and specialized property extensions.  SB is led by a superior management team with decades of experience in licensing, marketing and finance. For more information, visit www.sabanbrands.com

 

About Shout! Factory

Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factory’s DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company’s audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated box sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable “best of” compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit shoutfactory.com

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August 25, 2012 · 11:29 pm

Playmates Toys, Waterbabies Dream to Be Doll Review and Giveaway!!! 2 Winners!!!

Playmates Toys is delighted to introduce the relaunch of their classic Waterbabies brand baby doll that has sold over 20 million dolls since their debut in 1991!
I was excited to find myself reviewing a Waterbabies Dream to Be Doll. I have fond memories of playing with the older versions of Waterbabies when I was a child. Now I didn’t have one of my own, but a friend or cousin of mine had one, and they were memorable playthings. This new Dream to Be baby doll has all the charm of the dolls I remember, plus she is up to date with colorful facial detailing and an adorable fairy outfit complete with antennae and wings! With her silky soft skin and pliable arms and legs, she feels so realistic, and when you fill it with warm water, it has an amazing effect of a making her feel more like a real baby than the average doll. My niece loved this doll, she wanted to hold it right away and did not want to give it up for anything!

PRODUCT DETAILS

Simply fill your Waterbabies® doll with warm water and she looks and feels like a real baby. All soft and cuddly, she dreams of growing up to be someone special just like you. What could be more magical than nurturing a baby fairy? Our Waterbabies “Dream To Be” Fairy doll wears a purple onesie trimmed in green satin and shimmery gauze with a silver-toned butterfly. Matching green headband has purple fairy antennae. Gauzy green wings are ready to flit into a little girl’s heart and dreams. Includes easy-fill funnel.

  • Manufactured by: Playmates Toys

 

 

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August 24, 2012 · 2:05 am

Wonderworld, Wonder Croquet Set Review and Giveaway!!!

 

Wonderworld is a strong advocate of our environment’s protection, creating Eco Friendly wooden toys for over 25 years. They insist on primarily using Rubberwood, a replenishable source that is widely accepted throughout the world as environmentally friendly material. Moreover, Wonderworld’s “Tree Plus” program plants two trees for every one that is cut down during the production of their toys.  The more toys they make, the more trees they plant.

I was recently sent the adorable Wonderworld, Wonder Croquet Set.  This set promises lots of active fun indoors and out.  The set comes with an adjustable height mallet, so the whole family can play.  The set features whimsical painted animal characters using only non-toxic paints, dyes, lacquers and formaldehyde free glue.  The packaging is made from at least 70% recycled paper.

The set was sturdy and easy to set up and the kids had a blast.  This set encourages active family play, taking turns, motor skills, coordination, and lots of fun!!!  If you are looking for a fun active toy that will be great outside or a welcome outlet for winter energy played indoors then check out Wonderworld, Wonder Croquet Set.

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August 23, 2012 · 12:02 am

Education Outdoors S’mores Card Game Review & Giveaway!!!

If you are looking for a family game for ages 6 and up that is very easy to play with multi-lever players you should check out S’mores.  Education Outdoors S’mores card game incorporates both strategy and just plain fun. The object of the game is to build an edible s’more before your opponents do.  Players earn a higher point value based on the quality of the s’more ingredients.  Be the first to collect all 4 ingredient cards and call out “S’More!”, wins.  We received this card game for review and it is great fun to sit around the table and play on a summer evening after which of course you all need to go out by the fire and make real s’mores!  The S’more card game includes 70  3×5″ sturdy playing cards that are printed with soy based ink on recycled paper.

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August 22, 2012 · 1:46 am

Disneynature’s, Chimpanzee BLU-RAY/DVD Combo Pack Review & Giveaway!!!

Experience the Spectacular Imagery and Stunning High-Definition Visuals on Disney Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital & On-Demand August 21, 2012

 

Disneynature Will Donate a Portion of First-Week Sales to the Jane Goodall Institute Through the “See ‘Chimpanzee,’ Save Chimpanzees” Conservation Program

On August 21, 2012, Disneynature’s most unforgettable and heartwarming adventure yet, “Chimpanzee,” debuts as a Blu-ray™ Combo Pack (Blu-ray + DVD), Digital and On-Demand viewing. The inspiring film follows the True-Life Adventure of Oscar, a young chimpanzee whose curiosity and zest for life showcase the intelligence and ingenuity of some of the most extraordinary personalities in the animal kingdom.

To celebrate the in-home debut of “Chimpanzee,” Disneynature is proud to continue the “See ‘Chimpanzee,’ Save Chimpanzees” conservation program initiated with the film’s theatrical release. For every purchase of the movie through August 27, 2012, Disneynature will make a donation through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to the Jane Goodall Institute (JGI) to conserve chimpanzee habitat, educate the next generation, and provide care for orphaned chimpanzees.

 The conservation program tied to the theatrical release will help protect 129,236 acres (202 square miles) of wild chimpanzee habitat through infrastructure investments in the expanded Tchimpounga Nature Reserve in the Republic of Congo (Congo); educate 60,000 schoolchildren about chimpanzee conservation; and provide food and medicine for nearly all of the orphaned chimpanzees at JGI’s Tchimpounga chimpanzee sanctuary for at least the next year.

In addition to the remarkable story filmed in the depths of the African forest, the “Chimpanzee” Blu-ray Combo Pack is filled with spectacular bonus features, including in-depth behind-the-scenes footage showcasing the filmmakers’ amazing efforts to document the making of the film; a music video for the song “Rise,” written and performed by McClain Sisters; a feature on Disney’s conservation legacy; and much more.

Film Synopsis:

 From Disneynature, the studio that brought you “Earth,” “Oceans,” and “African Cats,” comes “Chimpanzee” — a remarkable story of individual triumph and family bonds. Journey deep into the African forest and meet Oscar, an adorable young chimp with an entertaining approach to life. The world is a playground for little Oscar and his fellow young chimps who love creating mayhem. His playful curiosity and zest for discovery showcase the intelligence and ingenuity of some of the most extraordinary personalities in the animal kingdom. Stunning hi-definition images bring you up close and personal as Oscar and his family navigate the complex territory of the forest. It’s an inspiring and life-changing adventure that overflows with courage and charm. And it will capture your heart.

Bonus Features

DVD:“See Chimpanzee, Save Chimpanzees”- This feature details the “See Chimpanzee, Save Chimpanzees” conservation program and how for every copy of the film purchased until August 27, 2012, Disneynature will make a donation to JGI to protect chimpanzees today and tomorrow. The feature also includes an interview with Dr. Jane Goodall, DBE, founder of the Jane Goodall Institute and UN Messenger of Peace.

Disney’s Friends for Change- This feature highlights Disney’s Friends for Change, a program that showcases steps that kids and families can take to make a positive on the world and the people and animals that live there.

Disney’s Conservation Legacy- This feature provides a look at the conservation efforts that Disney sponsors around the world.

BLU-RAY:Everything on DVD, plus:

On Location: The Making of Chimpanzee is a series of exciting short features that delve further into the incredible lengths of filmmakers went to tell the story of Oscar and his chimpanzee family.

30 Years in the making The story of the team of researchers who have been observing chimpanzees in the Ivory Coast for 30 years.

The Heart of the Chimpanzee- A behind-the-scenes look at how and why the film was made.

Piece of the Puzzle- A cameraman’s two-hour daily trek through the forest to get to the chimpanzees.

Don’t Blame the Tool- An observation of the chimpanzee’s daily lives and how they use rocks as tools to prepare their food.

Scar’s Army- An inside look at the struggles between the film’s two rival chimpanzee groups who share the same forest home.

Camp Invaders- A featurette on all the creepy, crawly creatures found at the filmmakers’ forest camp.

Forest of Bees- A feature detailing how the crew spent two days wading through a sea of bees that inhabited their filming location in order to capture 20 seconds of footage.

“Rise” Music Video- A music video featuring Hollywood Records recording artists McClain Sisters who wrote and performed the inspirational song that plays during the film’s end credits.

Behind the Scenes of “Rise”- An inside look at McClain Sisters music video shoot.

My Thoughts:

I remember from the time we were watching the previews for Chimpanzee that my little boys were entranced with the scenes.  Even as toddlers they knew that this creature was very human like and told me where his Daddy was and that he was playing with him and then snuggling up and sleeping on him.  The preview clips stirred my anticipation for the release as well.  I was stoked to find our review BLU-RAY/DVD Combo Pack of Chimpanzee in the mail recently.  This movie is the true story of a three-year old chimp named Oscar who found himself lost and alone and the bond that formed when an adult chimp knew what he had to do and raised him as his own.  The love, learning, and strong bond that grows as he grows is a pure joy to watch.  This movie shows that family bonds run deep in the animal kingdom.  Oscar is an inquisitive little chimp with the African rain forest as his playground.  His mischievous antics had our whole family laughing and the heartwarming love bonds will have you feeling warm and fuzzy.  This movie let’s you get so close and see not only the charm of these creatures but the courage and it will truly capture your heart.  If you are looking for a great movie to watch with you whole family then you should check out Chimpanzee on BLU-RAY and DVD.

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August 21, 2012 · 1:11 am

Random House, Little Golden Book Classics Review & Giveaway!!!

 

We are big readers in this house, from the smallest to the tallest, books are a huge part of our lives.  Little Golden Books have been a part of my life since my first memory.  I had hundreds as a child and I still have many of my childhood Little Golden Books, as well as many that my older children had as kids and now my little ones have too.  They bring back such memories and the authors and illustrations that I grew up with are so nice to share with generation after generation.  I recently received two Golden Book Classics to review.  Mr. Noah And His Family and The Cow Went Over The Mountain, immediately made me smile as I unpacked them. I could not wait to read these to my little ones and always  marvel how these books have stood the test of time as they delight children as much today as when they were first introduced.

 

 

This classic Little Golden Book features adorable artwork of a child playing with her toy Noah’s Ark set, accompanied by a sweet rhyme that preschoolers will love to hear as they identify the animals. Illustrated by Alice and Martin Provensen, who brought The Color Kittens and The Fuzzy Duckling to life for Golden Books.

JANE WERNER was one of the first editors of the Little Golden Book line. She wrote many of them over the years, including the bestselling classic My Little Golden Book About God.

Caldecott medalists ALICE and MARTIN PROVENSEN began to illustrate books together in 1946, many of them for Golden Books. Their Little Golden Book The Color Kittens, written by Margaret Wise Brown, is a beloved classic.

Little Cow thinks life will be better on the “other mountain,” and convinces a few animals that the grass will be munchier, the bugs crunchier, the water sploshier, the mud sloshier . . . but when they get there, they find that the grass isn’t really greener on the other side. This simple, witty tale, brought to life by Caldecott medalist Feodor Rojankovsky, was originally published in 1963 and is now back in print as a Little Golden Book Classic.

Born in Russia, FEODOR ROJANKOVSKY (1891-1970) immigrated to the United States in 1941. He immediately began working on books for his friend Georges Duplaix’s company, Artists and Writers Guild, which had just begun to produce a new line of titles called Little Golden Books. Rojankovsky went on to become one of the most prolific illustrators of Golden Books. In 1956, he was awarded the Caldecott Medal for Frog Went A-Courtin’(Harcourt).

 

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August 20, 2012 · 1:02 am

Scholastic,The Magic School Bus:The Complete Series Review & Giveaway!!!

Get Out There and Explore with The Magic School Bus DVDs

Relaunching This September 2012

On September 7, Scholastic Media and New Video, the distributors of the award-winning Scholastic Storybook Treasures series are partnering to release the perennially popular series in several configurations featuring all new packaging and never-before-released content.


I recently received The Magic School Bus: The Complete Series for review.  This boxed set of DVDs brings together all 52 episodes of the program–including 30 which are available for purchase for the first time on 8 DVDs.  Featuring a striking 3D lenticular cover with new artwork that makes the vibrant characters leap off the page and that will encourage kids to ask the question, “How did they make that?”  The collectible thin pack set also includes a guide for kids with teasers, trivia and experiments, plus a parent’s guide with lessons and learning options.  This interactive guide creates wholesome  and healthy entertainment  for the entire family.On September 7, Scholastic Media and New Video, the distributors of the award-winning Scholastic Storybook Treasures series are partnering to release the perennially popular series in several configurations featuring all new packaging and never-before-released content.

My older kids loved the Magic School Bus and so did their teachers.  I remember an assignment my daughter’s science class had one year to create their own Magic School Bus book on a particular concept.  That was great fun and a wonderful learning experience.  I can’t wait for my yongest children to experience this educational and entertaining series.

Also new to the line – and just in time for Back to School activities — will be two special 3-pack configurations, which will each include more than four hours of THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS adventures!  Join Ms. Frizzle to explore everything from the smallest cell to the largest galaxy in the universe with THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: BLAST OFF! FROM SEA TO SPACE and THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: FIELD TRIP FUN AND GAMES.  Both, priced to add to every home library at $24.95srp, feature 12 episodes, some releasing for the first time.

Finally, released day-and-date will be four THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS singles ($12.95srp ea.), each featuring 90 minutes of science fun with Ms. Frizzle and her students:

 

  • The Human Body – Science topics include digestion and body mechanics.
  • Super Star Power – Science topics include stars and cells.
  • Takes a Dive – Science topics include coral reefs and tidal zones.
  • Takes Flight – Science topics include weather and flying.

 

Poised to deliver fun and learning in a whole new way with the massive THE MAGIC SCHOOL BUS: THE COMPLETE SERIES, two new DVD sets and four single titles, excitement will soon be rolling into the marketplace on the heels of an enormous 25th Anniversary push for the brand.

 

The only question?  Where will the Bus take you?

 

The Magic School Bus® books, published by Scholastic, have been capturing children’s imaginations since they first book rolled onto shelves in 1986.  Since then, the acclaimed series has sold over 60 million books and spawned a successful animated TV series, which premiered in 1994, with support from The National Science Foundation. Now the longest-running science series to air on television, the star-studded program features the voices of Lily Tomlin, Wynonna Judd, Dolly Parton, Tony Randall and Malcolm-Jamal Warner.  Along with the adventurous and energetic Ms. Frizzle and her pet lizard, Liz, the entire class – along with the audience –invites students to explore volcanoes, the inside of the human body and much, much more!

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August 18, 2012 · 1:20 am

Reading Horizons,Intensive Phonics Instructor Materials Kit Review & Giveaway!!!

Who remembers the old public service announcement about reading, that said “Reading is Fundamental.”  Can anyone argue with that? Reading is the foundation of learning. I was thrilled to be contacted by Reading Horizons to review their Intensive Phonics Instructor Materials kit.  This kit is designed for ages 4 to 9 so it was perfect for my 5-year-old and my 3-year-old could benefit too. The materials are great and make it so easy for parents to teach children all of the skills they need to read.  I like the way the materials like the worksheets in the spiral bound book can easily be photocopied so they can be used multiple times and by more than one child, keeping the original untouched in the book.  The charts and cards can be easily laminated so they are durable and hold up through multiple children.  The fundamental phonics skills make it easy for kids to learn and feed off their confidence that will have them reading the books that come with the kit and everything else.  This kit is also great for homeschooling, beginning readers, struggling reader and children with dyslexia.

What’s Included?

Set of Little Books

The short stories included in the Little Books are designed to enforce and transfer the skills taught in the Discover Intensive Phonics for Yourself methodology into everyday reading passages.

$29 Retail Value

Instructor Manuals (two volumes)

These two scripted manuals provide parents with all of the information needed to teach the 68 skills taught in the effective Discover Intensive Phonics for Yourself methodology.

$150 Retail Value

Sound Essentials Manual

This manual contains activities and materials to enrich and reinforce the Discover Intensive Phonics for Yourself methodology as taught in the scripted manuals. It is divided into: practice pages, games and activities, and instructional aides.

$75 Retail Value

Reverse Listening Cards

These cards provide a parents with a way to test a student’s ability to read and decode at incremental levels. The cards also provide guided reading and writing activities, help develop independent work and provide word banks for dictation. 616 cards are included.

$49 Retail Value

Poster Pack

42 Sounds, Blends, MCW, 5 Phonetic Skills, 2 Decoding Skills, Vowels

$89 Retail Value

These instructor materials make it easy for parents to teach children all of the skills needed to read words of any length. Works well for homeschooling beginning readers, struggling readers, and children with dyslexia

 

 

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August 17, 2012 · 2:27 am

VeggieTales,”The Penniless Princess, God’s Little Girl” DVD Review & Giveaway!!!

VeggieTales: The Penniless Princess—God’s Little Girl is the heart-warming story based on the children’s book A Little Princess by Frances Hodgson Burnett. The story, featuring plenty of engaging and fun music fit for families, including the all-new Silly Song “Best Friends Forever” and the featured song “No Matter What,” helps to teach an important lesson about knowing your own true worth and trusting God, no matter what happens in life.

Singer/Songwriter Ronnie Freeman and VeggieTales joined forces to compile a music video titled “Orphan”—a beautiful song that celebrates our “adopted” status as part of God’s family.  The music video shows clips from the new Penniless Princess DVD, and you can watch it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I5zlRABH9wQ.

Other bonus features on the DVD include a special tour of London with the popular French Peas characters, a hilarious look at the history of the Teddy Bear, a discussion guide for parents, and behind-the-scenes clips.

We received this great new DVD for review and my kids just loved it and I love that there is a wonderful message behind the story that is on a level they can understand.

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August 16, 2012 · 11:50 am

Boys And Girls Clubs of America, “Tools For Back To School” Initiative Launch!!!

Well, getting closer to “Back To School” time and some of my friends and business associates’ children have already started school.  That is something I just can’t fathom, starting school in August but due to the climate of where they live, I suppose it is necessary.  Anyway, whether back in school or several weeks of summer vacation left to enjoy, you can’t help notice the signs that it is time to get prepared.  This year our school supply letter and my son’s class assignment came before he even graduated from preschool! I have started picking up supplies here and there because I am always out without the list and try to remember what is on it.  This weekend or next week I will head to the store, list in hand and fill up on what he needs for classroom supplies.  I have been buying back to school clothes before Summer fully started so I am all set there except both little ones, will need new footwear to start the year…on the right foot!

I am excited to share with you that the Boys and Gils Clubs of America (BGCA) has partnered with Disney to launch the Tools for Back to School Initiative.  This initiative features a pop-quiz style game, where supplies are donated to BGCA for every correct answer you score.  I urge you to head on over and play by clicking HERE  and let’s really pull together to get those correct answers which will mean more donated school supplies to the BGCA!!!

BGCA has also partnered with jcpenney – and in August you can join jcp cares and round up your purchase at the register to benefit BGCA. For details on this promotion click HERE.  Let’s all round up our purchases and help the BGCA!!!

BGCA offers different educational content and tip sheets for parents to download and utilize. These sheets are great resources and you can find them on the left hand side of the BGCA site under the ‘Get Ready’ header, click HERE to get there!!!

 

“I wrote this review while participating in a blog tour by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of Boys and Girls Club. I received a promotional item to thank me for taking the time to participate.”


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