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Archive for the ‘Outdoor Fun’ Category

June 13th, 2008

WHAM-O Original SuperBall - Review

As part of my ongoing series of reviews of WHAM-O products to help celebrate WHAM-O’s 60th anniversary, today I am reviewing a classic toy - the WHAM-O Original SuperBall.
I remember playing with SuperBalls as a child, and WHAM-O’s Original SuperBall works just as well (if not better) than I remembered.  With 50,000 lbs. of […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 0 comments

June 9th, 2008

Slip ‘N Slide Wave Rider Splash Factor by WHAM-O - Review

This year marks the 60th Anniversary of WHAM-O, so this week I will be reviewing several products supplied to me for testing by WHAM-O, including their 60th Anniversary Special Edition products.  First up - the WHAM-O Slip ‘N Slide Wave Rider Splash Factor.
The Slip ‘N Slide Wave Rider Splash Factor is intended for children […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 5 comments

June 8th, 2008

WHAM-O’s 60th Anniversary

2008 marks the 60th anniversary of WHAM-O, the creator of many of the toys and games parents remember from their own childhoods such as the Slip ‘N Slide, Hula Hoop, Frisbee, SuperBall and more. 
To help celebrate its 60th anniversary, WHAM-O has five 60th Anniversary Edition Toys out - a Hula Hoop, Slip ‘N Slide Mega Shark, […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 5 comments

June 1st, 2008

iPlay Aquatrax Deluxe Water Adventure System - Yay or Nay?

If you read PlayLibrary frequently, then you know my triplets’ fourth birthday is coming this summer. I gave them a catalog from Sensational Beginnings this week and asked them to tell me if they saw anything they wanted me to get them for their birthday. Of course, they wanted everything in the catalog, but one […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 3 comments

May 25th, 2008

Wigglin’ Water Squirter Hose Sprinkler - Does It Work?

Well, I fell victim to the cool picture on the package of the Wigglin’ Water Squirter Hose sprinkler when I saw it on the shelf at Wal-Mart today.  At just $16.95, I thought I’d give it a try for my triplets’ 4th birthday this summer. 

Here’s my theory - my kids always bump into eachother using […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 1 comment

May 16th, 2008

Pool Toys - Great Summer Fun!

One of my favorite things to do when I was a kid was playing games in the pool.  My brother, sisters and I and our friends would spend hours and hours in our pool making up elaborate games and races, but we’d also spend a lot of time simply throwing rings or coins in the […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 17 comments

May 11th, 2008

Step 2 Naturally Playful Sandbox - The Sand Stays Dry!

I took a long time trying to pick out the right sandbox for my 3-year old triplets.  I didn’t want wood because we live in Florida and bugs are always a concern (especially termites). 
It had to be big enough for three kids, but not too big because my yard isn’t huge.  It had to have […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 6 comments

May 4th, 2008

Free Shipping on Little Tikes Slam n Slide Pool, Slide and Climber

Summer is almost here (actually, it’s already here in Florida), and it’s time to start thinking about outdoor toys, pools and more.  I received an email this week from Little Tikes with what I think is probably the coolest all-in-one inflatable water slide, pool and climber.  Check out the Little Tikes Slam n Slide for […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 3 comments

April 20th, 2008

Beach Blast Ball for Outdoor Water Fun

Check out the Beach Blast Ball that I found on the BabyCenter store today for children ages 3 and up.  This toy costs $12.95 and is just 18″ in diameter.  Once attached to a garden hose, the ball bounces and squirts water in all different directions.  In fact, kids won’t know where it’s going to bounce […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 4 comments

April 10th, 2008

Little Tikes Pickup Truck with Free Gas Pump Special

I got a great email promotion from Little Tikes today.  I’m sure almost everyone who buys children’s toys is familiar with the Little Tikes Cozy Coupe car, but have you seen the Little Tikes Classic Pickup?  For $99.99 it fits one child and comes with a tool kit with tools. 
Currently, Little Tikes is offering a […]

By Susan Gunelius -- 2 comments