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Do you know any kids, teens, or adults that like to create spectacular imaginative things with blocks? If so, you are going to want to check out Nanoblocks! These blocks are micro-sized building blocks (about 1/8 the size of a traditional LEGO-style building block) that allows building of 3-D objects that can literally fit into the palm of your hand.  Developed in Tokyo, Nanoblock blocks lock firmly together, thanks to their patented design.

I was able to review the Sagrada Familia which comes from the Nanoblocks “Sites to See series. This set is a level 4 difficulty with over 550 assorted pieces in various shapes and sizes. I haven’t completed putting it together yet because I have no doubt it’s going to take a few hours even with the very detailed instructions. I thought I would mention to that you aren’t limited to making the sample creation on the box either. You can make whatever you’d like letting your imagination take you.

NanoBlock’s are sure to be a hit with both boys and girls that love building boxes. Some of the series lines include animals such as penguins, dolphins, and pandas to name a few. And in the “Sites to See” series builders can reproduce popular travel locations such as Kinkakuji Temple, Eiffel Tower, and the The greatest, smallest Giant Banyan Tree on the planet!

NanoBlocks are available in a variety of kit sizes and prices start at $10.00 and up depending on which sets or series lines it’s from. Age recommendation is for ages 8 and up. These would make awesome stocking stuffers this Holiday season too!

You can purchase Nanoblocks at places like Think Geek, Toys R Us, and at Amazon.com.

Disclaimer: I was sent the above product mentioned for review. This review is 100% my opinion and has not been edited or reviewed by anyone. I was not compensated in any other way for this product review.

I recently got to review a FyrFlyz toy that would make a really fun gift for any occasion and it’s also the perfect size to stuff in those stockings on Christmas day! This particular toy has been one of the hottest toys for this Fall and I can easily see that continuing through the 2011 Holiday season!

What is a FyrFlyz toy? It’s basically a really cool LED light up toy that uses precision balance to provide for tons of fun in the dark! It basically works by swinging, twirling, and spinning the two strings on the toy in all sorts of ways to make really fun multi-color light shapes! I will admit it took a few minutes to figure out how to work these toys but after that we were good to go anytime we picked it back up. Very easy!

FyrFlyz come in three different color combinations, Cyclone (green and white), Nytfyr ( red and white), and Blue Angel (Multi Color and Blue). There a small on and off switch on the backside of the toy and batteries for these are included and can be easily replaced hassle free.

This toy may be suited best for outdoor use or in a room with a good amount of space for safety sake of not hitting someone else or breaking things! They would be the perfect toy to bring along when camping, attending firework shows, or any other night time outdoors activities as they are the perfect size to stuff in a pocket. Age recommendation is children 8 and up but I think the younger ones would enjoy this too.

You can view some of the  amazing light show tricks that can be preformed at FyrFlyz.com. I for one love the challenge in trying to figure out new fun designs and patterns with the Fyr Flyz and can only imagine kids will too! If you are interested in picking up one of several of these cool toys for the kids in your life or someone you know that’s a kid at heart, you can purchase them for $8.99 at Toys R Us and other retailers.

Disclaimer: I was sent the above product mentioned for review. This review is 100% my opinion and has not been edited or reviewed by anyone. I was not compensated in any other way for this product review.

Courtesy of MomSelect, I was able to recently host a Hexbug Halloween party to spotlight some of the latest offering in the Hex Bug world! These items include, the limited edition HEXBUG Nano Halloween Zombie bugs (retail at $9.99 each)! These bugs are really neat and come ready to gift in their own little coffin shaped packaging. They also have a removable exoskeleton that glows in the dark! Excellent offering as a fun gift and party favor prizes!

We also were sent several of the Habitat sets (retail at $29.99 each) from their glow in the dark Hexbug Nano line as well as HexBugs from the Galielo Collection (retail at $7.99 each). These sets take playing with the Hexbugs to completely different level! Children  have lots of fun  putting together multiple sets weaving in and out of places to make a really huge track that lights up in places they see fit! With the track sets the mixing things up and the reoccurring playtime factor is huge in prompting constructing in all sorts of new ways to play!

I’m usually not a fan of battery operated toys but these have won me over! These little bugs take batteries which are called Power Cells. And these batteries do last for quite a long time. We’ve had had HexBugs in our home since Easter and their batteries are still working without needing replaced. Though when you do, note that power cells are very affordable at 4.99 for a two pack and are very easy to install.

My own children and friends of our families children really loved playing with these toys and had a blast with all the great Hexbug Nano things we received for our 2011 Halloween Party! Nothing but a good time ensued and everyone is really enjoying all the Hexbug goodies thanks to Mommy Parties and Hexbug giving us the opportunity to promote and review these great toys. I’m sure most if not all of the children that took home habitats and Hexbugs of their very own will be adding more to their Christmas list for 2011 and letting all of their friends know about these fantastically fun toys!

If you are personally thinking about Christmas, keep in mind that HexBugs  would be a fun little toy to start collecting for kids of all ages preferably recommend for  ages 3 and up. What’s neat too is that included with each bug you purchase is a code in which the owner can register their bug online to learn  science and play fun games! Gotta love toys that are not only fun but educational too! Plus, they make great stocking stuffers! Hexbugs are available at major retailers nationwide and at www.hexbug.com

Disclaimer: I was sent the above product mentioned for review through Hexbug (through MommyParties). This review is 100% my opinion and has not been edited or reviewed by anyone. I was not compensated in any other way for this product review.