Dec 20

An Inflatable Bounce House - The World’s Best Babysitter!

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Are you a busy mom who wishes your kids were not as active as they are now? Do you have to do errands for the house or for work but can’t seem to do so because nobody will watch the kids? Are you sacrificing your social life because your kids are getting most of your time?

Well, all your problems are over. All you need is a babysitter. And not just any other babysitter will do. You are going to need the world’s best babysitter for that matter. No, it’s not a person we’re talking about. The answer to your problem may just be as simple as an inflatable bounce house.

Bounce House Trampoline

Babysitters charge per hour. As for inflatable bouncers, all you need is a one time investment. And you can use it for life at that. And these bouncers are not subject to availability or to a strict schedule like most babysitters do. These bounce houses are always there whenever you need it.

Inflatable bounce houses are those big balloon playgrounds where your kids are free to jump around and play. They are life-size toys that have walls, windows, roofs, and all the works. Some even look like a castle for a more attractive appearance.

These toys are easily installed. Just let the air machine fill up the bounce house’s interior with adequate amount of air. Don’t worry. When you buy this toy, it would come in a full set including the blower and an emergency repair kit, which is very convenient just in case the bouncer gets torn because of usage.

These are the perfect babysitters for kids 10 years old and above. You can virtually leave your kids inside one and let them play for hours. They will never get tired of this toy. Kids are naturally active. It would be their pleasure to jump around all day inside the bouncer.

And as for you, you can use the time they spend inside the bouncer to do chores around the house. That’s going to be a big relief for you, as your little ones won’t be bugging you around. You can even start a hobby with your spare time. Or you can use the time to try out that new exercise routine you see from TV. You can even stop by the grocer and buy something quick. When you come back, the kids will still be playing inside the bouncer, for sure.

With an inflatable bounce house around, you won’t need a babysitter during the day. These toys are very safe. Smaller kids can use it as well, for as long as they can stand on their feet and can walk by themselves. All you have to do is to check out your children after a few minutes, just like you would a babysitter.

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Every kid has their own thing. In the long run, a kid’s thing might just be a phase they’re going through, it might be a fleeting fancy that’s here today gone tomorrow. On the other hand, even the most basic understanding of human nature will let you know that playing is how children first begin attaining necessary skill sets for their adult life. The things that kids are most passionate about tend to be those interests that will stay with them their entire lives.

Making sure that you nurture those interests, as a parent, can be the difference between a kid who realizes his or her dreams, and a kid who holds down a boring job while daydreaming about what could’ve been.

Sorry, we don’t mean to paint such a grim picture, but it’s true that positive encouragement can really play a huge role in children following their dreams later in life.

The first step to buying toys to encourage your kid’s interests is, well, to know what those interests are! But really know. A kid who wants to collect all the superhero action figures might not have an interest in superheroes so much as an interest in storytelling, because that’s really what kids are doing, in a way, when they play with action figures; coming up with new adventures for the characters. So it may be a good idea to look into some toys that encourage the imagination. Legos are an obvious choice, of course.

Let’s get one thing straight, though; buying your kid a toy cash register doesn’t mean they’re never going to be anything but a cashier! If your kid takes an interest in managing money, who knows, you might have the next Steve Forbes on your hands. Wherever a kid’s interests take them, it’s positive encouragement that can help them take it to the top, no matter what that interest is. It’s that encouragement that turns an interest into a passion, and a passion into a lifelong ambition.

It’s important to be open minded. Whatever your kid is into, it’s your approval, your encouragement, that can see them really making an impact on whatever field they go into. Sure it’d be great to have a doctor in the family, but being a great carpenter, a great novelist, a great plumber even, anything you put your heart into is a noble ambition.

It’s a little hard to recommend specific toys in this article, because it’s up to you to find out what your kids love doing, but we’ll try our best anyways!

MUSIC

You know those little plastic toy guitars where you hit a button and it plays a song? Those are great for little kids, but after age of seven or so, the maximum amount of time you’re going to be able to have fun with something like that is about the same as the length of the pre-recorded song! There are real, child-sized guitars available that can be surprisingly affordable, as well as keyboards, drum kits, and other musical toys available that can have your kids composing their own songs before long.

SPORTS

Even if your kid’s not too into sports, a quick game now and then can be important for getting the exercise you need in a day, and that’s something everybody should be passionate about. Just playing along with your kid with some outdoor toys can be incredibly encouraging and spark a real interest in staying healthy.

EXPLORATION

There’s only one toy you really need for a kid who likes the outdoors, The National Geographic Explorer Kit. With a flashlight, binoculars, a magnifying glass, a manual, and a compass, the whole kit is perfect for future paleontologists, entymologists, geographers, archaeologists, scientific researchers… basically, it’s a catch-all kit for any kid with an interest in making new discoveries.

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Spin Master Bakugan, “What’s That We Hear You Say?” - We Will Explain
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When Two Worlds Collide!

When ‘tween hero Dan discovers strange cards falling from the skies, he uncovers a battle between two worlds-Earth and the mysterious world of Vestroia. And when kids all over the world discover strange cards (and equally strange plastic monster-spheres] in their favorite toy stores, you can be sure that they’ll want to join Dan and his fellow “Bakugan Brawlers” in their quest to save both worlds and become the greatest brawler in their neighborhood!

What’s Bakugan? A primer for the Novice

Based on a hit Japanese TV show, Bakugan is a battle game which pits two inch spherical “bakugan fighters” against each other. Each bakugan figure is magnetically loaded so that when it comes in contact with one of its included metal “Ability” cards, the marble shaped fighter opens up into a fierce robot form. These fantastical “Juggernoids,” “Fear rippers “and” Robatallians” battle by knocking each other off these special cards or by having higher point values than their opponents. All Bakugan “battle brawlers” also have an elemental theme related to its home world: Pyrus, the world of fire, Aquos, the water world, SubTerra, a world of earth, Haos, a world of cold and ice, Ventus, the world of plants, and finally the evil Darkus, world of-you guessed it, darkness. Combining the many types of monsters with the right elements is just part of the fun of constructing a bakugan fighting team, especially as combining elements with the natural abilities of each type can change the direction of each new game (as well as the point values for each bakugan on the battlefield).

Strategy, Strategy, Strategy!

With so many kinds of bakugan, there’s something for almost every kind of player. Not only are there many styles, but many bakugan also have special abilities that are revealed when they unfold in combat. Some change their planetary alignments, while others gain power in combination with other bakugan. But there’s more to the game than just having the most powerful bakugan brawler though! Bakugan is played on a battlefield made up of different types of magnetic cards. Players strategically place their cards to gain advantage of location of access to particular powers. By placing the right cards in the field, or by bringing special power up cards into play, the point values of a bakugan can be improved, or the abilities of an opponent neutralized. This element of strategy is one of the things that sets Bakugan apart from other contest games. Winning control of the different cards on the battlefield is an important part of the strategy, as these can be used to launch attacks against your opponents in unusual ways.

Where to discover YOUR Bakugan

You don’t have to journey to far off Vestroia to claim your own Bakugan champion. Bakugan come in several types of assortments; there are single figure Booster packs, three figure Starter packs, and Battle Arena packs. There are also Bakugan Battle Shooters in case you want to stylishly launch your heroes into battle instead of lobbing them onto the field, as well as belt storage holders that can contain just your favorites or larger units that can carry entire armies. And if you’re a fan of the popular cartoon series, there are figures of the main characters in many different sizes. While they aren’t game-playable, they look great on your bookshelf or desk!

One of the best ways to get started on a Bakugan collection is with the Bakugan Battle Pack. Containing game instructions, six assorted figures, six metal Battleground cards, and six Ability cards that include special collector cards not found in any other set, the Battle Pack is ideal for new players and old hands who want to increase their lineup of battling champions.

So are you ready to become the ultimate Battle Brawler? If you are, then it’s time to take your Bakugan fighters and meet your friends on the field of battle. Because this time, the fate of two worlds depends on YOU!

Dec 10
Make Yarn Balls for a Kid Rainy Day Activity
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Make Yarn Balls for a Kid Rainy Day Activity
By Nancy Johnson Platinum Quality Author

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Rainy days can become boring for children, especially when they cannot go outside to play for quite a while. Have them make their own fluffy yarn balls that they can use indoors. All you need is four ounces of yarn, cardboard, 12” piece of string, and scissors.

The first thing you’ll need to do is have kids draw a circle 8” in diameter with a compass or protractor. An 8” plate or pie pan will work for a circle pattern also. Draw a 3” circle in the center of the 8” circle. Make two of these circle patterns. For both patterns, cut out the outer circle, cut a slit across one side to the inner 3” circle, and cut the 3” circle out. The pattern will look like a ring.

Roll the yarn into small balls that will fit through the 3” center circle. Place the two patterns on top of each other with the slits on opposite sides from each other. Wrap the yarn around the outside of the cardboard and through the center hole. Continually wrap the yarn around the cardboard ring, keeping the yarn at the center straight. Wrap several layers of yarn around the cardboard.

Holding the yarn through the center hole with one hand, locate the outer edge of the cardboard through the yarn with the other hand. Once you locate the outer edge of the cardboard, carefully cut the outer rim of yarn. Slip the piece of string down between the two cardboard pieces and encircle the cut yarn. Pull the string tightly and tie the ends. This is the most difficult step for kids, so have the pair with a friend to assist with this process of tying the yarn ball.

Carefully remove the cardboard, cut off the long ends of the string, and trim the yarn ball if necessary. Now the kids have their own indoor ball to play with. These yarn balls can be used like beanbags to play indoor basket throw, toss and catch games, and indoor relay games. This kid rainy day activity will keep them busy for hours.

As a mother, grandmother, and child development professional, Nancy Johnson, shares over 20 years experience working with children and planning activities on her website, Creative-Child-Activity-Notebook.com. Check it out for more school age child activity ideas including party, outdoor, summer, nature, and child learning activity ideas.

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