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but is it art? June 18, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Cloud Lights – a little whimsy for your living room

A while back we showed you a smart-cloud lamp that brought a thunderstorm into your living room (without the rain). It was a little on the expensive side. These handmade Cloud Lights are a fraction of the price and bring a little serendipity to your décor.

Fun & Games June 4, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Kidizoom Action Cam – turn your kids into little movie makers

GoPro has shown the world what it’s like to give animals cameras. They make mini documentaries. Really, YouTube it. But what happens when you give a kid their own video camera? Now you can answer that question with Kidizoom Action Cam.

Fun & Games April 16, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Take With You Nightlight Orbs – more handy than a flashlight for midnight runs down the hall

One thing is true no matter how old are you are: The night is dark and full of terrors. When you’re older you may handle it better (or not) but when you’re a kid, you might need a little help conquering your fear. The Take With You Nightlight Orbs is a portable nightlight that you can take with you on your late night trips to the bathroom.

Fun & Games March 25, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Car Lover’s Engine Repair Set – teach your toddler to change the oil in the car

Knowing how to take care of your own car is a skill that could help you save so much money in the long run. Wouldn’t it be great if there was a way to really learn how to get under a hood and fiddle with things? The Car Lover’s Engine Repair Set is a realistic play set to help children learn how to fix cars.

Cool Web Apps & Sites March 12, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

ChoreMonster – an adorable app to get your little monsters to clean up [FREEWARE]

Getting people to clean is hard at any age. Getting children to clean is almost impossible. Like herding cats. With the right tools, it can be done however. ChoreMonster is a suite of apps that helps you get your little ones (or big ones) on track with helping out.

Fun & Games February 19, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

CogniToys – the smart toy with a supercomputer inside

Toys have really evolved over the years. Now there are more than just Furbies that interact with their owners. The new CogniToys are internet connected smart toys that learn more as your child interacts with them.

Fun & Games February 19, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Parent’s Voice Book Storyteller – keep your bedtime story time even when you can’t be there

One of the best bonding times between a parent and child is story time. Everyone loves to be read to! But parents can’t always be there at bedtime. The Parent’s Voice Book Storyteller lets you record any storybook so it can read to your child when you’re not there.

Gadgets February 17, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

MonBaby – the sleep monitor that works with any of your baby’s clothes

SIDS is a huge issue and very real fear for parents of infants. Sudden Infant Death Syndrome cannot generally be detected or planned for. Parents just have to count on being vigilant. The MonBaby Smart Monitor is a clip on button that tracks a baby’s vitals while they’re sleeping.

Gadgets February 12, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

SmartKids ID – help keep your kids safe with a QR code

Kids get lost. It’s a scary fact of life. There are different methods to keep them safe, some even aren’t locking them in the house! SmartKids ID uses QR codes to deliver lifesaving information when your child wanders off.

Fun & Games January 15, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Edwin the Duck – the rubber duckie that is truly the one

Children are attached to their toys. Since they’re going to be dragging them through the house and all over the place, it only makes sense to load it up with some apps. Edwin the Duck is a smart toy disguised as a rubber duck.

diy January 9, 2015 posted by Donyae Coles

Kano – the DIY computer that teaches you to code

I love DIY project kits! I love them even more when they encourage kids to learn more about electronics than just how to turn them on. The Kano computer is a DIY computer that’s designed to help children learn how to build and code.

Gadgets December 29, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

4Moms Spout Cover – get your bath temp right every time

Acceptable bath water temperature is hugely variable between individuals. Some people like their water to be a cooler temp others enjoy water that is close to boiling with great clouds of steam to fill the bathroom. This second option is not a great choice for kids though. The 4Moms Spout Cover is a thermometer that tests the water temperature as it comes out the spigot.

Gadgets December 9, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

Onaroo OK to Wake Children’s Alarm Clock – the alarm that keeps the kids in bed until a reasonable hour

Kids are terrible at time. Young kids especially, mostly because they haven’t really caught on to the whole concept of it yet. They don’t quite understand 5 AM is way too early to want breakfast because they don’t know what 5 AM is and they’re hungry. The Onaroo OK to Wake Children’s Alarm Clock is the little clock hoping to help parents rest for just a bit longer.

Fun & Games November 26, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

Osmo – the system that lets you combine the digital world with the real one

One of the most common complaints that parents have about “kids these days” is that they spend too much time in front of screens. Playing video games, using apps on their phones, not connecting with the real world. Osmo is a system that brings the digital world into the real world for children.

Gadgets November 13, 2014 posted by Donyae Coles

Porkfolio Wi-Fi Piggy Bank – save the bacon you bring home in this cute little pig

Piggy banks are a staple of childhood. The little ceramic or plastic guys hold all your spare change to save up for that bike you want. or more likely until the ice cream man comes down the street on a hot day. The Porkfolio Wi-Fi Piggy Bank is taking the timeless act of saving into the next generation.

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