ZYLIE THE BEAR REVIEW & GIVEAWAY (*CLOSED*)

I was send Zylie the Bear and Shen (Zylie Panda Friend) to review. My daughter Brielle fell in love with both of them right away. Zylie and her friend Shen are the stars of a brand new line of dressable fashion bears. Not only do these furry friends wear the lastest in fashion, but they are world travellers, as well. Each 18" bear comes dressed in an outfit appropriate for the destination they travel to, in the accompanying book.

Zylie and Shen have their own personal designer. All of the apperal for these fuzzy fashionistas, is designed especially for them, by Katie Fong. In addition to the outfit that comes with each bear, there are additional complete ensembles available.

The books that come with each bear are not just fun travel stories, they also attempt to immerse children in the culture and history of the destination. The books are also touch on topics such as, language, currency and native wildlife.

Zylie even has her own interactive website. The site is designed to allow children to follow along with the storyline and experiences right along with Zylie. The ability for children to submit their own stories, design outfits and determine where Zylie travels next are in the works. Learning based games about subjects such as, history, geography, math and science and language are also in development.

Zylie the Bear her kit comes with an 18" plush Zylie bear, in her signature skinny jeans, flounce top and beautifully-detailed cream-colored swing jacket. She's carrying a cool orange bag that comes complete with her diary, map and all-important passport. Get to know Zylie her brother Theo and their wacky adventures by reading her first book: The Adventures of Zylie the Bear, New York!

- Includes the first book in The Adventures series

- Use the passport number on the back to log into Zylie's website

- Additional outfits for Zylie and her friends are available separately

- Books can also be purchased separately

You can buy Zylie at their website for $75.00.

Meet Shen, Zylie's panda friend from China! His kit comes with an 18" plush Shen panda, in his green t-shirt, cool leather jacket and blue jeans. He also has his backpack, filled with his passport and most importantly, his drumsticks. Find out how Zylie and Theo meet Shen and follow their travels in China with the second book in Zylie's adventure series, The Adventure of Zylie the Bear, China.

- Includes the second book in The Adventures series

- Use the passport number on the back to log into Zylie's website

- Additional outfits for Shen are available separately

- Books can also be purchased separately

You can buy Shen at their website for $75.00.

Zylie Bear has been generous enough to offer one Mother of 1 Princess and 2 Princes reader their choice of either the Zylie the Bear or Shen the Panda.

MANDATORY: Visit Zylie the Bear and tell me which bear you would like to win if you are the winner.

FOR EXTRA ENTRIES: (The Above Must Be Done First To Be Eligible For The Extra Entries)

1.) Follow my Blog.

2.) Become a Subscriber. (On Sidebar On Top Right Side)

3.) Follow me on Facebook.

4.) "Like" The Adventures of Zylie the Bear on Facebook.

Open to U.S. Giveaway ends October 2, 2010 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Winner will be selected by random.org and notified by email and will have 48 hours to reply back before a new winner is selected. Please remember to leave your email address so I can contact you if you win. GOOD LUCK!

LEAPFROG TAG READER REVIEW & GIVEAWAY (*CLOSED*)

I had the chance to review the LeapFrog TAG Reader. The TAG Reader is the perfect size for little hands, the TAG Reader is a touch-and talk reading device that brings stories to life like never before and offers insights into what your child is learning. As children touch the TAG Reader to the pages of specially printed storybooks, a small camera in the tip "reads" the pages, enabling children to hear words and stories read aloud. Characters, pictures and learning activities spring to life with every touch, immersing children in the thrill of reading.

Designed for children 4-8 years the TAG Reading System works with a board library of more than 20 books and games. Children can explore classic books such as Olivia and The Little Engine That Could. Leveled learning activities in every book adjust automatically to your child's pace, helping build confidence and a love of reading that lasts a lifetime.

Amazingly easy to use, the TAG Reader holds audio for up to five books at a time. Simply connect the TAG Reader to your computer with the included USB cable, download the audio for your TAG books and drag-and-drop up to five of your children's favorite stories onto your TAG Reader.

LeapFrog makes great educational toys that are also fun and the TAG Reader is another fantastic toy. Not only does it "read" the book, it also asks interactive questions and games, so your child is thinking and engaged and learning.

What I like about the TAG Reader:

* The amazing touch technology of the TAG Reader System encourages a child's love of reading as words talk, pictures sing, and stories live out loud!

* The Tag library includes over 20 books and games featuring characters from TV, movies and classics tales.

* Tag storybooks and learning activities help children build vocabulary and reading skills such as words recognition, reading comprehension and phoincs skills.

* Children learn to read through an exciting and interactive experience in which they can also earn online rewards.

* Parents can connect the TAG Reader to the online LeapFrog Learning Path to see what their child is learning, and explore ways to expand their child's learning journey.

* The TAG Reader has a headphone Jack also.

LeapFrog wants to give one Mother of 1 Princess and 2 Princes reader a TAG Reading System.

MANDATORY: Visit LeapFrog and tell me another product that you would like for your child.

FOR EXTRA ENTRIES: (The Above Must Be Done First To Be Eligible For The Extra Entires)

1.) Follow my Blog.

2.) Become a Subscriber. (On Sidebar On Top Right Side)

3.) Follow me on Facebook.

4.) "Like" LeapFrog on Facebook.

5.) Follow LeapFrog on Twitter.

Open to U.S. Giveaway ends on October 2, 2010 at 11:59 p.m. CST. Winner will be selected by random.org and notified by email and will have 48 hours to reply back before a new winner is selected. Please remember to leave your email address so I can contact you if you win. GOOD LUCK!