Mythbusters Science Kit Review

Have you ever watched the Discovery Channel’s show Mythbusters? They have come out with a new kit to help teach and encourage children to explore science. We were sent the Weird World of Water kit to test out by Team Mom. My five year old son is a little young, but with dad’s help he still had a lot of fun creating the twister and especially launching the water rocket. It does actually work! The kit is a fun activity to spend time with your child and helps them to learn new things, so I do recommend it and would buy any of the other kits they developed. Just make sure you have some time and patience. I like toys like this because they require you to spend time with your children and build memories. The description of the kit is below.

The Discovery Channel’s popular team of crazy Mythbusters find the truth behind urban legends using the scientific method and plenty of curiosity and ingenuity. Their unique and offbeat approach to science brings excitement to this kit that teaches kids all about the properties and power of water.

Aspiring mythbusters will test the secrets of water as they uncover its many mysteries. Water freezes and boils and turns into gas – is there anything it can’t do? They’ll find the mythbusting answer to that and many more questions:

• Can water suck a ship down the drain?

• Will you find hot water at the North Pole?

• Can water blast a rocket into space?

Kids will test the power of whirlpools, create a liquid rainbow, learn how to walk on water, and much more with the Mythbusters.

Ages 9 and up.

Mythbusters Force of Flight Science Kit and Mythbusters Power of Air Pressure Science Kit. Each kit is available for $19.95 on Amazon or Discovery.com or all 3 sets can be purchased together for $49.99. A great deal in time for the holidays.

Team Mom and Discovery provided the product for this review. All my thoughts and opinions are based on my honest opinion and aren’t influenced in any way.

Children’s DVD Gifts and Giveaway

Great Children’s DVDs for Christmas!

In the midst of watching all the traditional Holiday classics, make sure you take the time to watch  The Child King this Christmas.  It is a beautiful and heartwarming story for kids and adults of all ages.  It is also inspirational and best of all 100 percent of the profits are donated to the Child King Foundation.   This feature-length family film, featuring comedian Lenny Clark, tells the inspirational story of a Jeremy, a teenager with Down syndrome, who takes his younger brother on a life-changing quest to find Santa Claus at the North Pole.  This heart-warming tale stands to become a new holiday classic – and one that allows families to give back during the holiday season.  All proceeds from DVD sales are donated to individuals and organizations that assist those with intellectual disabilities. In a year when doing good is especially important, The Child King is an award-winning choice that will teach everyone about the importance of going after your dreams while helping support an excellent cause. Please note that the film has been endorsed by KIDS FIRST! and the Coalition for Quality Children’s Media; it was also an official selection at the Los Angeles International Children’s Film Festival.  You can buy The Child King at CHILDKING.COM

As for profits, 100% of the profits from the movie are channeled to the Child King Foundation for disbursement as grants to organizations, charities and individuals that assist those with intellectual disabilities. Foundation grants are offered to eligible applicants after review by The Foundation’s awards committee. Any organization, charity or individual that advocates for those with intellectual disabilities is encouraged to apply for a CKF grant.

The Child King Foundation is a nonprofit organization founded by the movie’s producer, Jeff Kerr. Jeff is an active long-time supporter of Down syndrome causes, including The Special Olympics and the Law Enforcement Torch Run.

Animal Wow would make a great gift for any child with pets!  I love the messages and lessons they teach children about safety and treatment of your pets, and my son loves the songs and the puppets.  They are adorable and the songs are catchy and fun!  They are shown in an engaging and easy to understand way so children will not only learn but be entertained at the same time. You can buy the DVD set that comes with the puppets, DVD, music C.D. and booklet at the ANIMALWOW website.

First, a few statistics:

More than 2 million children bitten by dogs this year
75% of all families with kids have pets
The $40 billion pet industry continues to grow at 15% even during this recession, (possibly because during recession families tend to stick closer to home and make the most of their home-oriented recreation and entertainment experiences).

Now the benefits of kids learning about pets:

Good habits include: safety, responsibility, age-appropriate helping
Positive values include: caring, self-esteem, how to be a best friend
Life skills: when kids discover pets, they discover themselves

How Animal Wow helps kids and families benefit:

Award-winning DVD, “Dogs Wow Dogs” for preschoolers includes the above benefits (good habits, positive values, life skills), plus family fun, great songs, laughs, and dozens of kids and dogs.
Free “Dog Party Fun Book” download at www.animalwow.com .
Blog “When Kids Discover Pets” also at animalwow.com/blog

We don’t let our four year old watch too much television.  When I heard about The Global Wonders DVD s, I was excited to let him watch these videos because they celebrate diversity and cultural awareness. The Global Wonders series currently features four DVD s that are aimed at children. They currently have “Around the World,” “Mexico,” “India,” and “African-American.” Created by the former Executive Producer for Disney’s “Baby Einstein”, the videos opens children s eyes and ears to the worlds of various cultures through food, playing games, vocabulary and traditions.

Global Wonders discs provide preschoolers with continuous music and colorful images, along with plenty of kid laughter and giggles. If you are looking for a fun and different Christmas gift for your children, Global Wonders will not only teach them about the beauty of different cultures in our world, but will engage them with the colorful animation and songs. They also include “real” footage of various places and things from each culture. My four year old was truly engaged throughout the thirty minute videos. I highly recommend them! You can find the videos at major retailers like Target, Toys ‘R’ Us and on Amazon.com. The videos cost around $18 each. You can view a preview of the videos here. They will have more DVD’s coming in 2009, so make sure you sign up for their newsletter for special promotions.   You can receive discounts on the videos by registering at www.GlobalWonders.com.

Global Wonders has generously offered to send one of my readers a the Global Wonders All Around The World DVD!  Happy Holidays!

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