NY and NJ Moms: 25% OFF "Elmo Makes Music"
Sunday, February 1, 2009
New York and New Jersey Moms: Looking to bring the kids somewhere new and exciting? Round up the troops for a fun-filled musical experience when Sesame Street presents: "Elmo Makes Music" LIVE Feb. 7-15 at WaMu Theater at MSG.Take advantage of a special 25% off discount on select performances. Let Elmo tickle your music fancy and click here for the details:
Use Promo Code "SSLEMM" when purchasing
Labels: entertainment, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 9:20 PM,
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New Game for Tween Girls: Fortune Girls
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
I love when game creators really go to the heart of what kids like! I have two daughters who are real girly-girls. They love dressing up, playing with dolls, looking at fashion, and doing my makeup. I haven't told them that I tried out a new game called Fortune Girls, that I know they'll absolutely fall in love with. I think I'll spring it on them this weekend when they'll have plenty of time to explore the site.Fortune Girls is unlike any game I've seen before for girls -- and I've seen quite a few. Fortune Girls allows your daughter to create a character who then creates her own fashion line. Here's what sets the game apart, though: Your daughter must design her own fashion line choosing fabrics that fit her budget, market it, and distribute it all on a $100,000 budget.
Not only does Fortune Girls help hone girls' creativity by giving them a virtual design studio, it also teaches them the rigors and details of running their own business. Becoming a fashion diva is much more than having creative ideas, it's also about having the confidence and the business smarts to make dreams come true. That's what I love about Fortune Girls. When I allow my girls to play I also know they will be learning valuable lessons in the process. That makes me feel good as a parent.
On the Fortune Girls web site your daughters can also see what other girls are doing in their communities, send fun e-cards, and play mini-games.
On the Net: www.fortunegirls.com
Labels: entertainment, games, girls, tweens
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 7:48 AM,
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The Tale of Despereaux: Coming to Theaters on December 19
Monday, December 8, 2008
There are few children's books that I love more than The Tale of Despereaux by Kate DiCamillo. If you haven't read it yet, it is absolutely riveting, even for an adult. It's an amazingly engaging novel with a wonderful plot and magnificent characters. I cannot say more about it than that. It's absolutely fantastic.
Labels: boys, education, entertainment, girls, holidays
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 7:21 PM,
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Miquel's Wonderful Life
Sunday, December 7, 2008
It's Christmas, and the Santos family is getting ready for the festivities. Maya, in her enthusiasm, manages to mess up things for Miguel: she spills juice on his book report, volunteers him to hang a piñata in class (a task which makes him take a humiliating fall), volunteers him to wear a too-big Santa suit and follow her around wishing their neighbors happy holidays (his pants fall down in front of everyone), and smudges a painting he was making as a gift to his parents. Frustrated, Miguel angrily declares that he wishes he never had a sister. The next day, he awakens to find his wish has come true; Maya doesn't exist, and nobody's ever heard of her. Paco (who has inexplicably become incredibly articulate) follows him around, commenting as Miguel takes in how the world has changed. At first, it seems like all his Maya-made troubles are over... but then Miguel sees how the lack of Maya's influence has adversely affected the world: Maggie and Chrissy aren't friends because they had a difference of opinion (which Maya had previously helped them overcome), Mr. Nguyen isn't their teacher because he felt unappreciated (Maya had made him feel appreciated), Jimmy McCorkle became a bully, etc. Finally realizing how much worse everything is without Maya, Miguel regrets he ever made the wish, and wishes it all to be reversed. Poof! The world goes back to normal. Maya is back, Miguel's painting is still ruined, and Miguel couldn't be happier to have a twin sister.
On the Net: www.pbskids.com
Labels: boys, entertainment, girls, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 8:33 AM,
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Questions for Curious Kids: Table Topics to Go
Saturday, December 6, 2008
Curiosity is one of the mainstays of early childhood. Children are always interested in knowing such things as why the sky is blue or where do babies come from. As much as kids love asking you questions, the next time they're in an inquisitive mood, have your kids ask each other questions. Table Topics, a company that has built its success on conversation starters, has created a set of 40 questions for kids to ask each ot
her if they're on a trip, at a sleepover, or if they're just plain bored. Questions such as "Are you afraid of anything?", "What's your favorite joke", and "What's your favorite Disney character?" will get their little minds thinking and give them constructive game-play. The Table Topics to Go for Kids retails for $9.00 and comes in a plastic slipcase. My daughters, who are 10 and 7, love it and invariably learn something new about each other even though they're around each other the vast majority of each day Table Topics to Go for Kids is a great learning and discovery tool for children.
On the Net: http://www.tabletopics.com/
Labels: boys, education, entertainment, girls, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 6:06 PM,
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WordGirl's Election Episode
Wednesday, October 29, 2008
We know there are a ton of WordGirl fans out there. From what we've been reading on mom blogs WordGirl is a hit in many homes. The 2008 Emmy Award-winning animated television series offers a special Election Day episode Tuesday, Nov. 4 on PBS stations across the country. Called "A Vote for Becky," this episode, produced by Scholastic Media, introduces young viewers to the concept of voting, as well as using and defining the words "candidate" and "elect."
Don't you just love it when cartoons are smart, especially for girls, instead of smash'em up, mindless TV? We do!
On the Net: www.pbs.org
Labels: entertainment, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 8:15 AM,
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It's PLAYSKOOL's 8O Year Anniversary
Monday, September 29, 2008
It's hard to believe PLAYSKOOL is 80 years old, but it's true. This year PLAYSKOOL has developed great new toys to celebrate their momentous occasion like their Playskool Mr. Potato Head Celebration Spud
.The PLAYSKOOL Celebration Spud comes with 80 special parts and pieces including a festive party hat, birthday cake and fire extinguisher to put out all those candles this potato is ready to party.
(PLAYSKOOL/Ages 2 years and up/Approximate Retail Price: $24.99)
BUY Playskool Mr. Potato Head Celebration Spud
Labels: boys, entertainment, girls, kids, toys
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 12:00 AM,
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The Upcoming IMAX Film
Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Warner Bros. Pictures and IMAX Corporation have confirmed that the release date for the next original IMAX(R) 3D release.Under the Sea 3D, will be in IMAX theaters on February 13, 2009. Filming with the IMAX 3D camera, the highest resolution motion picture camera ever created, will allow the filmmakers to immerse audiences in this amazing underwater world as never before - bringing them face-to-face with these magical creatures. The film will also provide an extraordinary look at the current conditions of our oceans and the impact global climate change has had on these unique eco-systems.
On the Net: www.imax.com
Source + Phot Credit: IMAX
Labels: entertainment, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 12:00 AM,
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Introducing Maru: New Doll With Ethnic Appeal
Monday, September 22, 2008
It's great that doll makers are now taking into consideration the ethnic diversity of the nation's children when making toys. Maru, a Hispanic doll, is based on the story of an 8-year-old girl who is new to the country and her friends, Tanya and Jaime, who help her adjust. Maritza Gutierrez, who has been in the marketing business in Miami for the last 25 years, wanted to create a doll that reflects the lives of young girls like Maru."In writing this book and creating these dolls, I want to bring to life a Latin girl's journey to the United States," said Maru and Friends(TM) creator Maritza Gutierrez. "I hope to help create a better sense of understanding and unity among young girls."
Chronicling Maru's journey to America and her life here is a storybook that comes with the doll. Maru and Friends(TM) dolls are already available for purchase at http://www.maruandfriends.com/ . Each doll comes complete with outfit and storybook and is made from the finest materials. These dolls are recommended for girls 3 years and up.
Source: Maru (TM)
Labels: entertainment, girls, toys
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 7:03 AM,
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The Jim Henson Company Dashes to the Finish Line with the Tortoise and the Hare + Activity Page
Sunday, August 31, 2008
Latest in its lineup of CGI animated films, the Jim Henson Company, The Weinstein Company and Genius Products will debut Unstable Fables: Tortoise and the Hare on DVD on September 9.Featuring an all-star voice cast including Jay Leno, Danny Glover, and Vivica Fox, the modern version of the Tortoise and the Hare fast forwards 15 years after the infamous race. What will surprise children is that even after more than a decade later, Walter the Tortoise (Glover) and Murray the Hare (Leno) are still fierce competitors.
When Walter and Murray hear about the upcoming Mt. Impossible Nature Adventure Race, they can't resist the opportunity to challenge each other to a rematch! This time they enlist their children to be their teammates, but the kids don't share their parents' competitive nature. When Walter and Murray get separated from their kids, the two dads must team up to find them and learn there are far more important matters than winning a race! (source)
If your children enjoy puzzles, click and print the worksheet where they have to help Walter and Murray to get to the top of Mt. Impossible.
Basics:
Available: September 9
Price: $19.97
Duration: 76 minutes
Labels: entertainment, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 4:18 PM,
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Curious George Goes Eco
PBS kicks off the third season of the award-winning Curious George with a series of episodes that teach earth science concepts to 2-5 year olds such as composting, recycling, solar power, and growing food."Now more than ever before so many of us are striving to take better care of our planet," said Executive Producer for WGBH Carol Greenwald. "The earth science theme of CURIOUS GEORGE's third season teaches kids about the planet, its elements, and the environment. Our hope is to show children how the earth nurtures them, and in turn inspire them to nurture the earth."
CURIOUS GEORGE has consistently ranked number one amongst 2 to 5 year-olds since its launch in 2006. The new season of Curious George starts on Monday, September 1, 2008. (source)
Labels: entertainment, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 12:21 AM,
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My Little Pony Live
Friday, August 29, 2008
On September 16th Paramount Home Entertainment will release the very cute My Little Pony Live! The World's Biggest Tea Party on DVD! Pinkie Pie and her friends are planning the best tea party ever! When Pinkie arrives she realizes she forgot the tea. Now it is up to the ponies to save the party! Get ready for some sing-a-long fun as MY LITTLE PONY LIVE! THE WORLD'S BIGGEST TEA PARTY comes to DVD on September 16th, 2008!Synopsis:
Pinkie Pie and her friends are planning "The World's Biggest Tea Party" and every pony has promised to bring something special to make the celebration positively perfect. As Pinkie Pie arrives at the party, she realizes that she forgot something very important - the tea! Will the ponies be able to save The World's Biggest Tea Party? Join Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, Rarity the Unicorn and all your pony friends as they learn that teamwork and true friendship always come to the rescue!
Special Features:
* Sing-A-Longs
o "Where Do Rainbows Come From"
o "Make A New Friend Everyday"
o "Positively Pink"
o "Friendship & Flowers"
o "We're The Lady Bugs"
Labels: entertainment, girls, kids
posted by The Mom Salon Editors @ 11:48 AM,
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