Just Out~ Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days

Kingdom Hearts fans have been waiting quite a while for this video game to premiere. The new Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days hit stores on September 29th. Since then my son has been begging me to go buy it.

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The new Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days coverts the Kingdom Hearts missing chapter. The latest game covers the action that takes place between Kingdom Hearts and Kingdom Hearts 2. You can finally experience the missing chapter!

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In Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Days, to release Kairi’s heart so she cango with them, Sora turns the Keyblade on himself. What he doesn’t realize is doing so will also release his own heart. When he does this he creates Roxas (Sora’s Nobody), who has no memory. On the journey the truth about his existence Roxas joins the Organization, and begins to unlock secrets throughout the game.

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In the game players can join together with additional players in DS multi-card play over a DS Wi-Fi connection to enjoy multi-player features. This allows players to team up with up to three other players and engage in mission play that is completely different from the story driven mode of the single player game.

Check out the Kingdom Hearts 358/2 Trailer:

The game also contains a new Panel System The panels help players equip and customize their character’s levels, items, magic, weapons, abilities, armor and accessories. The panels also help players progress through the game. Since certain items, like spells, which are needed to progress for can’t be used, to their full potential, until their panels are equipped.

Play the game to find out what the connection is between Roxas, Sora, and a new mystery fourteenth member of the Organization.

Caillou Game and Toy Gift Guide

My son was a huge Caillou fan when he was younger, but it was always a challenge to find Caillou toys for him so I thought I’d put together a Caillou gift guide to help others find Caillou toys.


The Caillou Laugh N Learn 12″ Talking Doll makes a great preschool companion. Your child can push Caillou’s hands, feet or stomach hear him speak in English and French. He knows more than 30 different words and expressions, and he’s ready to teach them to your child. Caillou’s dressed for school in his blue jeans and red fleece jacket. This toy has small parts, so it’s intended for children 3 and up.


The Caillou Discovery Game lets your preschooler embark on an adventure with Caillou. The game is great for teaching preschoolers how to play together, and it also teaches them their basic colors. They don’t need to know how to read to enjoy this fun game.


Your child can visit the park with Caillou with the Caillou Tubes & Tunnels Game. Players roll the dice to navigate in and out of the tubes and tunnels. The game is great for teaching preschoolers how to count and play together with friends.


The Caillou Toddler Backpack is perfect for packing for the babysitters, or grandma’s house. Your preschooler or toddler can pack their favorite toys or clothes and take Caillou along with them everywhere they go.


The Caillou The Builder Dress Me Plush Doll, is perfectly cuddly for nighttime hugging. His clothing can be removed with the exception of his hat and boots. By day Caillou the Builder can help your preschooler build and explore the world around him.

caillou winter wonderland-horzA Caillou DVD would be the perfect gift for any Caillou fan. Then they can watch their favorite show anytime.

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BFC Ink Dolls Addison~Calista~ Kaitlin~ Aliesha~ Noelle

Best Friends Club (BFC) Ink dolls are quickly becoming a little girls best friend. The BFC Ink Dolls each have their own unique personality. Best Friend Club’s Addison is the BFC event organizer. She’s also a sports fan, and loves to play basketball.

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When a member of the Best Friend Club Ink is in trouble all of her friends rally around to give support. They help each other find solutions to problems many little girls face in real life.

Best Friends Club Ink’s Calista is the super smart, super cool friend. She loves offering advice and support to her fellow club members.

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Kaitlin, the newest BFC member is very creative and artistic. She shares her love of the earth with the other club members. She shows the other members of the club how they can get involved in the environment.

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Aleisha and Noelle are twin members of the BFC Ink club, but each one still brings her own unique personality. Noelle is extremely organized, but a little on the shy side. She loves animals and dreams of becoming a veterinarian one day.

noelle and aleisha bfc inc best friends club twins2Noelle’s twin sister Aliesha is exactly the opposite, she’s a natural born leader who loves to act and be center stage. She’s the trendiest member of the Best Friends Club and loves to follow the celebrity fashion scene.

With all these unique personalities your daughter is sure to find one to fall in love with. The Best Friends Club dolls can help girls find out where their personalities fit in, and help them understand the personalities of their friends, and learn social behavior, while they’re having fun at the same time.

Gormiti Toy Series

My son is fascinated by the new Gormiti Toy Series, I think series 1 has been out for a while, but he really wants series 2 toys. I don’t know much about them, in fact I’d never heard of them until my son started taking an interest.
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Gormiti Toy Series is based on the people of the peaceful island of Gorm. The island is devistated by the eruption of a volcano and Lord Magimon, lord of Magma invades with his creatures of fire.

The game is a battle for domination of the land sea, and air, by creatures who have been divided into five elemental armies: Earth, Forest, Sea, Air and Fire. Each Gormiti creature comes with a card that describes its abilities. Players use the cards to determine their character’s strengths.

Players can also add Gormiti playsets, which feature moving parts, traps and more, to aid you a player in their attack and defense.

Mario and Luigi Bowser’s Inside Story

One of the games at the top of my son’s Christmas list this year is Mario & Luigi Bowser’s Inside Story for the Nintendo DS, or DSi. He’s a big Mario fan, so each time a new game comes up it hits his wish list.

Mario and Luigi Bowser's Inside StoryThe game has two different story lines. In one story line players are helping Bowser stop a villian from taking over his castle. In the other story line Mario and Luigi are tiny microbes helping Bowser from the inside.

Players can switch from one story line to the other while they’re playing the game, in both they are affecting Bowser’s outcome.

I think Mario & Luigi Bowser’s Inside Story will top many Mario or DS game fan’s Christmas lists this year.

Top Toys~ Zhu Zhu Pets

Zhu Zhu pets are going to be topping many Christmas wish lists this year. Zhu Zhu pets are adorable hamsters that can actually interact with your child. The best part is they don’t make a mess and their cage doesn’t have to be cleaned.
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There are several pets to choose from including Mr. Squiggles – in Light Brown, Pipsqueek – in Yellow, Num Nums in gray, and Chunk – in White.

Zhu Zhu pets have some great accessories including, a Zhu Zhu Pets Adventure Ball, blankets (so you can cuddle with your new little friend), and playset add ons.

Each Go Go hamster has it’s own unique personality. They love to chatter, be hugged, and scamper across the floor, or through the tunnels of their habitat. They can be hours of fun for little ones interacting with their new cuddly friends.

New Toys For Christmas 2009~ Twilight Barbie

If you’re looking for something to get the Twilight fan on your Christmas list this year, check out the new Twilight Bella Barbie. She won’t be hitting stores until November, but you can pre-order Twilight Barbie from Amazon, to have her shipped to you as soon as they are available.

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There is also a Twilight Edward Barbie to add to your wish list. I love his outfit and his tiny boots. Both Bella and Edward have very detailed clothing, and they did a great job matching the dolls to their onscreen characters. I look for these dolls to be on every Twilight, and Barbie fan’s Christmas list this year.

Twilight Images: Amazon

Looking For A Guide To Popular Children’s Toys?

I love to talk about children’s toys, games, and activities. I thought I’d share a little of the knowledge I’ve gained from my own children, the children I teach, and my nieces and nephews with the world.

I’m excited to talk about all toys, from the simplest to the most complex, from infants, to adults. I hope you enjoy the toys showcased here. If it’s on your son or daughter’s wish list and I haven’t talked about it, leave me a comment or drop me a line.