Toys & Games Reviews

Mexican Train Dominoes with Electric Choo Choo Train
Manufacturer: Distribution Solutions LLC
Brand: Puremco
Feature:
　・Professional size
　・Leatherette case
　・Rules for 8 games
　・Electronic sounder
　・8 train markers and centerpiece
Sales Rank: 30918

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 4.5 / 5.0)
・Ole for the train!
・Review of Mexican Train Dominoes
・dominoes with color
・Review of Mexican Train
・Mexican Train Dominoes

List Price:
$29.99

Editorial Review
The best double 12 domino game around! Dominoes without designs and/or personalization are packaged in a black, cowhide-grained, leatherette case with a snap lock closure. Professional Size: 1"x 2"x 3/8" thick. Electronic Choo Choo train sounder, eight train markers and a free centerpiece are included, as well as rules for eight popular fun games: Straight Dominoes, 42, Moon, 84 (takes 2 sets), Solitaire, Chickenfoot, Mexican Train and Super Dominoes.

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Customer Reviews
Ole for the train!
4 / 5.0
This game is so much fun to play. I bought it for my family which includes a grandchild aged 6. He had a great time tooting the train horn. It is also good for counting , matching and learning to take turns. Much more fun than plain dominoes.


Review of Mexican Train Dominoes
5 / 5.0
Great Product. Durable and dots large enough for aging eyes. Train works great. Nice compact case to keep everything together.


dominoes with color
5 / 5.0
This domino set is super because it has bright visible colors. My 3 and 5 year old grandsons are enjoying it as much as we are. They are able to play by using the colors for matching. They are also learning the numbers while playing. They are easy to count at the end of each match because the dots are large enough to touch count. This is a great game for ages 3 and up. I would give it 5 stars and recommend it to everyone.


Review of Mexican Train
4 / 5.0
Fun game for young and old alike. Adds an extra dimension to traditional dominoes.






























































Mexican Train Dominoes
4 / 5.0
This game was delivered in excellent condition. Shipping was a little slow, 5 business days, 8 total days. Worth the wait.

Pixos 3D Kit
Manufacturer: Spin Master
Brand: Pixos
Feature:
　・The 3D Kit let's you make real 3D PixOs creations for the first time.
　・With 3 different 3D shapes to make, you can create all sorts of designs.
　・Complete play for 2D and 3D
　・The 3D Kit gives you everything you need to come up with the best PixOs designs ever.
　・2 3D Molded Shapes (Turtle/Tree Base), 1 PixOs 1 Chamber Pen, 1 Large Sprayer, 600 PixOs, 3 3D Design Trays, 2 2D Design Trays, 3 Double Sided Templates, 1 Purple PixOs Tray
Sales Rank: 1984

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 3.0 / 5.0)
・nice trays but 3D ones are not easy to make
・Learn and Create
・Don't waste your money!

List Price:
$19.99
Lowest New Price:
$18.49

Editorial Review
The 3D Character set is a fantastic way to expand your Pixo collection! Set includes: 3 3D Design Molding Type Trays, 1 Pixos Tray, 6 Designs, Storage Tray, 2 Play Pieces (1 Turtle Base, 1 Nature Base) Pixos Pen, Sprayer, Instructions and Secret Web Code for Pixos Play!

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Customer Reviews
nice trays but 3D ones are not easy to make
3 / 5.0
This was a neat idea, but unfortunately because pixos have such a hard time drying it makes making these 3D structures difficult because there are so many layers that need to dry. We have not managed to make a single 3D figure becuase we would take them out prematurely then try to repair it etc. That being said, the trays that come with this we use all the time to store pixos for our 2D designs. The regular pixo designs are tonnes of fun, but the 3D doesn't work very well


Learn and Create
5 / 5.0
I think this is a great toy if you want your child to learn and develop their creativity skills. The product was not exactly easy to use right out of the box; it took some practise before my daughter had it mastered. We recommend that you spray plenty of water on the finished piece and let dry for an extended period of time before removing. This will save you the frustration of spending an hour designing your creation only to see the piece fall apart!!


Don't waste your money!
1 / 5.0
This review is from my daughter who is 7. "3D Pixos are stupid and dumb!"

They get stuck in the trays and then break apart to get them out. Don't waste your money on Pixos 3D.

Fundex Games When Pigs Fly
Manufacturer: Fundex Games
Brand: Fundex
Feature:
　・The barn yard blast-off game which makes the impossible possible
　・Includes 12 pigs and motorized spinning game board
　・Keep the kids squealing for hours when pigs are launched out of cannon high into the sky
　・Includes fully detailed instructions
　・Recommended age range from 5 years and above
Sales Rank: 1644
List Price:
$34.99
Lowest New Price:
$29.95

Editorial Review
Fundex When Pigs Fly GameBlast-off into "Hog Heaven" and make the impossible possible in the game When Pigs Fly. Keep the kids squealing for hours when pigs are launched out of a cannon high into the sky, soaring in the clouds. On each turn, players send a pig flying, add a pig to their pen, or give one of their pigs to another player. The first person to get rid of all their pigs is the winner. When Pigs Fly includes 12 pigs, motorized spinning game board and instructions.

I DIG Dinosaurs T-Rex Skeleton Excavation Adventure
Manufacturer: Action Products International
Release Date: 2006-06-12
Brand: Action Products
Feature:
　・Real metal hammer and chisel included
　・After excavation, finish your dinosaur with the paints provided.
　・Paleontologist Field Guide included.
　・Comes with digging goggles for eye protection while you work.
Sales Rank: 469

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 5.0 / 5.0)
・I used to love these as a kid
・fun toy
・Great for future Dino diggers
・Great gift!
・Great Start for budding dinosaur enthusiasts

List Price:
$29.99
Lowest New Price:
$16.87

Editorial Review
I Dig Excavation Adventures let kids become modern day dinosaur hunters and archaeologists. Using steel tools, kids dig through dust-free Dinostone rock to unearth replica dinosaur bones and Egyptian artifacts.

Using a steel hammer and chisel, your little archaeologist can dig up replica, snap-together bones of a Tyrannosaurus Rex, reassemble the pieces and paint the skeleton for display in their very own dinosaur museum. Includes Paleontologist Field Guide, paints to give discoveries a polished "museum" look and digging goggles.

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Customer Reviews
I used to love these as a kid
5 / 5.0
I used to love this set as a kid. I remember washing away the mud to reveal a replica sauropod skeleton. In fact, I still have it at my parents' house. I'm glad to see they're still making this type of set. It stimulated my lifelong interest in paleontology. Even though I decided not to pursue that field professionally (namely, I was worried about job security), but now is a really exciting time to get involved in paleontology. Definitely a better christmas gift for your kids than trading cards or video games.


fun toy
5 / 5.0
this was a very fun little toy my 6 yr old is obsessed with it. of course i had to dig it out but when we got it together we painted it i threw a layer of spray poly on to kep it together and the color on and its great its his own personal mini rexy. i would recommend this to any little dino enthusiest as long as moms around to help dig i up


Great for future Dino diggers
5 / 5.0
My brother got this for my 4 (almost 5) year old for Christmas. It is lots of fun and he has already had tons of fun digging the dinosaur. We have not extracted the skeleton yet, but he keeps digging away. We even have a paint brush (not included) that he is using to brush away the "rocks" just like he would do in the real world. The box says ages 6 and up, but with parent help/supervision it is good for younger budding dino diggers too.


Great gift!
5 / 5.0
I gave this to my nephew for his 5th Birthday and he really enjoyed it! His father told me that he said, "This is the most fun I've ever had!" Both Dad and son really got into this and spent an afternoon working on it together while Mom was out with friends. This little boy also loves tools and the hammer and chisel that come with this set are made of metal so they look real and should last a while. The kit also comes with child-sized safety glasses. I am buying this again for another child for Christmas this year. Highly recommended!!!


Great Start for budding dinosaur enthusiasts
5 / 5.0
This is a fun, durable, educational toy. My 5 yr old daughter really thought she was a true paleontologist as she chiseled and hammered her way through the rock. My only insight to offer is to do this outside! I thought we could do it indoors and I'm still finding bits of rock -- 4 days later! Some of which have scratched my hardwood floors. Duh on my part, but I learned my lesson. We finished the rest outside. It took a good 4 days of chiseling before we hit bones, it really is a lot of bang for the buck. I plan on buying more models as they come available on amazon. I was able to score this with free shipping, so keep your eyes open for offers.

Vtech - V.Smile - Dora The Explorer
Manufacturer: V.Smile
Release Date: 2006-06-12
Brand: V.Smile
Feature:
　・Come on! Help Dora and Boots find the missing parts of the Air-Car-Boat-Mobile for Tico before Swiper the Fox gets them first! Along the way kids will learn about shapes, colors, animals, numbers and logic so they can help Dora and Boots succeed.
　・Compatible with: V.Smile, V.Smile Pocket, V.Smile PC Pal, V.Smile Cyber Pocket and V.Motion gaming systems.
　・Teaches core curriculum for the earliest learners
　・Education based software helps your child learn while playing with their favorite characters.
　・Be sure to check out other popular titles available here on Amazon.com!
Sales Rank: 1347

Customer Review Summary (Average Rating : 5.0 / 5.0)
・dora vsmile game
・Jayden loves Vtech
・My daughter likes it...
・Easy to understand for young children
・Pretty good game with good skills development, but can get painfully slow after awhile.

List Price:
$19.99
Lowest New Price:
$8.99

Editorial Review
Vamanos! Everybody let's go and find out what Tico's wonderful new machine - the Slider-Glider-Rider - can do! Unfortunately, just as he tries to give Dora and Boots and extra special ride, the Rider falls apart! Dora and Boots must discover the parts that will fix Tico's machine, and bring them back so he can fix it. Discovering color, counting and vocabulary skills along the way with Dora and Boots is a rewarding journey children will want to make again, and again! For use with the V.Smile TV Learning System, sold separately.

Editorial Review
Dora the Explorer, everyone’s favorite bilingual adventurer is here to help young children learn a variety of skills and concepts. With the help of Boots, her monkey sidekick, Dora teaches colors, shapes, numbers, animals, spatial skills, and problem solving. This Dora Smartridge is compatible with the V-Tech V-Smile system. In an informal test, we found the Dora games to be both challenging and entertaining for kids, particularly a game where the player must line up shapes in order to cross a bridge and one where they must follow a sequence of numbers in order to find a path across a river. --Charlie Williams

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Customer Reviews
dora vsmile game
5 / 5.0
easy to play. my daughter who is 4 can play the whole game by her self now, but needed some help in the beginning. vtech recommended for ages 4-6 I would recommend for ages 3-5 if your kid is smart. mine caught on to the game quick


Jayden loves Vtech
5 / 5.0
I purchased this product for my Grandson. He plays all of his Vtech games every day.


My daughter likes it...
5 / 5.0
Of all the games for this age range that my daughter has, this is one of her favorites. Some of the graphics on these games are kind of crappy, this one is pretty good and like I said she likes it...


Easy to understand for young children
5 / 5.0
This game is wonderful! My 4yo boy loves it and it's easy enough to play that I don't have to sit next to him to explain how to do every move.


Pretty good game with good skills development, but can get painfully slow after awhile.
4 / 5.0
This game is great in that it teaches shapes, spatial skills, numbers, colors, skill development games, etc. There is a ton of hand holding in the game, as Dora isn't allowed to fall off a cliff or get hurt (compare to Pooh's game). Play is a bit slow also with regard to Dora's movements, especially compared to the Pooh Bear game, which is a bit more fast paced, although both are within the same age range. Thus, this game can be a bit painful for grownups while they are teaching their kids how to play it.



This game also emphasizes spanish translations a bit too much for colors, numbers, verbs, etc. which may or may not interest you as a parent. When I say too much, most times the words aren't even spoken in English, only Spanish. I think early on, focus/mastery should be on English rather than Spanish added into the mix, so it's a downpoint for me. This cartridge is probably more 3-5 rather than 4-6, but it teaches a lot, especially compared to Cars and Wiggles. This smartridge is definitely more learning game and less video game.