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What Is a Hidden Mickey, Anyway?

September 21, 2021September 20, 2021Sarah Pinault

Looking for a quick, simple game to play with your youngsters? ‘Hiding Mickeys’ becomes more than a game in this house of Disney fanatics and for those who are simply Disney adjacent.

Marsback Zephyr Pro Gaming Mouse Review — Keep Your Hands Cool While Gaming

September 10, 2021September 9, 2021Dakster Sullivan

The Marsback Zephyr Pro Gaming Mouse is a sweat-proof gaming mouse with a built-in fan to keep your hands cool while playing your favorite games.

P-touch CUBE Plus by Brother

September 8, 2021Dakster Sullivan

The P-touch CUBE Plus by Brother is a wireless app-controlled labeler that lets you create your own labels or work from a template.

Review: Fran Wilde’s ‘Clock Star Rose Spine’ Transported Me

September 7, 2021September 5, 2021Jenny Bristol

Fran both wrecked and buoyed me through this, her first published collection of poetry.

DC’s New YA Hero ‘Whistle’ Celebrates Our Special Bond with Pets

September 6, 2021September 5, 2021Lisa Tate

The new YA graphic novel from DC, Whistle: A New Gotham City Hero shows how one girl, and her dog can make a big difference in her community.

Jabberin’ Jack by Mindscope Livens Up Your Halloween Decor

September 3, 2021September 2, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Jabberin’ Jack by Mindscope is a self-projecting pumpkin that has over 70 minutes of audio to liven up your Halloween décor.

Adorn Your Home With Cross-Stitched Disney Villains

August 26, 2021August 25, 2021Jenny Bristol

If you’re really into Disney villains and cross-stitch, this craft book kit is the perfect joining of the two.

Function of Beauty — Personalized Beauty Products for the Win

August 14, 2021August 13, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Function of Beauty takes your needs and goals for your hair, skin, and/or face and makes products styled to you.

Are OwlCrate/OwlCrate Junior Book Subscription Boxes Worth the Money?

August 14, 2021August 13, 2021Sophie Brown

Book subscription services send books and book-themed items to your door every month; OwlCrate is one that also offers a middle-grade box.

Join us for a Mad Tea Party With Funko Games

July 28, 2021August 4, 2021Sarah Pinault

If you enjoy a good cup of tea, a good card game, or simply enjoy a little bit of insanity with your unbirthday, then Funko has the game for you.

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Dewzi: Portable Earth-Friendly Hygiene

July 27, 2021July 26, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Dewzi is a portable hygiene solution for those on the go. With the travel dispenser you can have a ready to go wipe in no time.

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Surprise Box Round-Up: Who Will Reign Supreme?

July 26, 2021July 25, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Disney Doorables, Ryan’s Super Spy World, Love Diana, Cutetitos, and Monopoly Token Chest battle to be the best surprise toy.

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My Nametags: Affordable and Customizable Nametags Designed By You

July 13, 2021July 12, 2021Sophie Brown

My Nametags is a company that makes it easy to label everything from clothing to pencils with affordable and fully customizable labels.

Once Upon A Book Club: ‘Miss Meteor’ Hits the Mark

July 7, 2021Dakster Sullivan

Once Upon A Book Club featuring Miss Meteor is a great read for anyone looking to diversify their bookshelf.

An Interview With LEGO Brickmaster and Artist Nathan Sawaya

July 6, 2021July 6, 2021Karen Walsh

As we start rolling towards the end of the second season of ‘LEGO Masters,’ we supplement our first interview with LEGO Brickmasters Amy Corbett and Jamie Berard with another interesting round of questions with LEGO Brickmaster and ‘The Art of the Brick’ artist Nathan Sawaya.

‘Tappity’ Your Way to K-5 Science Learning

June 26, 2021June 25, 2021Jenny Bristol

This subscription-based interactive science app for kids in K-5 is immersive, interactive, and full of solid science material.

Mug-nificent Crafts, Presents, and Family Fun With the Cricut Mug Press

June 16, 2021July 2, 2021Sarah Pinault

Released this Spring, the Cricut Mug Press holds the keys to the hobby you never knew you needed. To the craft you will not be able to stop doing. And to exceptionally punny housewares.