Arts Reviews

My 3 1/2 year old daughter loves playing with her lite brite. I have to say when she received it as a gift I cringed. I didn't think it had any educational value and the small pieces were going to get all over the house.

After watching her play with it, I have to say it enhances her fine motor skills when she has to pick up the small pegs and place them in the small holes, it also helps her identify letters and each colors initials i.e., p = purple, w = white, etc....all while creating a fun picture.

I'm going to get a few for gifts.

The working surface area on this unit is smaller than the original Lite Brite, but its compact size is probably more convenient for little hands and attention spans.

This newer model also features some improvements over the old classic including a drawer for the pegs, and the colored pegs joined into units of two, three and four pegs making for faster plugging and easier handling (see Customer Images). Can a multi-colored array of pegs offered in the format be far behnd?

This version of the Lite Brite line does not have the same impact as the original (which is not for sale on Amazon), and the battery-powered light, while low in glare, is not nearly as long-lasting or strong.

My thoughts for Hasbro: 1. Make more theme sheets such as the examples pictured in Customer Images (Customer Images under the item picture); 2. Make mutli-colored joined pegs; and 3. Distribute the lighting more evenly behind the working area; both the old and the new models capture all the light in the center of the frame.

But for under ten bucks, it's still one of the most engaging solitary games on the market.

When I bought the Leap Pad I thought it was a bummer because it did not come with this book although it was shown on the cover of the box. However, once I learned that this book was available I purchased it.

My just turned five year old pre-schooler has not put it down since I bought it two weeks ago. He works hours at it. Never tires. His progress has been spectacular. My wife who taught phonics for 30 years is very pleased not only with the book but the way it teaches phonics. My pre-schooler has not only learned his phonics but he is beginning to read.

I have had difficulty getting him interested in other Leap Pad learning books but not with this one. He thirsts for knowledge and this Leap Pad product has really turned him on.

I would highly recommend it for children who have already learned their alphabet and are beginning to write. The only drawback is that it way too expensive.

Ideal for anyone who likes espionage and fun.

I purchased the Undercover Detective Activity Kit for my eight year old granddaughter. We combined it with a wig, false teeth, and a few other items in a backpack labeled "Lauren's Field Kit." It was such a huge hit with her and all the kids and adults. The uncles made up a crime scene by stealing something of hers and the aunts all helped her follow the clues. It was amazing and she still thinks it's her favorite gift of all times! We did put the fingerprint powder up for special usage as her little brother and sister aren't ready for that and I think neither was mom!

After priming the board as the instructions indicated...it is still useless. The chalk actually cuts into the chalkboard so now, my daughter who loved chalk and drawing can't use that side of the easel. I wouldn't recommend this for anyone if they are looking for a product that does what it is supposed to do. I wonder if the makers even tried to use it...why would someone make a product that doesn't work and then expect people to buy it...very disappointing.

not sure why the chalkboard does not work and this high quality "melissa & doug" brand. a couple of other feedbacks note the same problem. my daughter loves to draw with chalk so we are really bummed that only half of the easel is useful. we primed it just as the instructions state but no luck there.

Great concept..Awesome bright colors. I too had a problem with the chalkboard. I prepped the chalkboard exactly as the directions instructed and now it has a chip in the board and the chalk actually does cut into the board like another consumer wrote,there are lots of scratches all over the board. Unfortunately they don't make chalkboards like they used to. I called Melissa & Doug, because they need to be aware of this issue. M&D really do try to please you and they stand behind the quality of their products. They have great customer service and they are sending me out a new chalkboard.All is not lost on this easeal. My favorite feature on this easel is that it can be adjusted to 2 different heights at once. The chalkboard can be at the tallest height, while the dry erase can be set at the lowest height, especially helpful if you have 2 children of different ages/heights using it at the same time. We love the paint and chalk trays. The paper roll is awesome and the easel is really sturdy.I wish I could have scored this higher, but the chalkboard issue just can't be ignored.

I've been watching for a good price for this beautiful doll ever since she came out, and Amazon had it. The costume and doll are really beautiful. This series presents historical periods in a wonderful, experiencial way. Each doll has been a treasure, especially the Danish,Portugese and Dutch dolls.

This doll is absolutely breathtaking. I bought her for my "gift closet", but I think I'll keep her for myself!
The price was only $5.29 during the special Toys R Us sale, plus free shipping. Couldn't ask for a better deal or a prettier collectible doll.

This is a beautiful doll but don't order it. I can't get anyone on the website to correct the postage. The weight has a typo. It says 7 pounds instead of 7 ounces. That makes the shipping about 5.00 higher than it should be.

My daughter loves this toy and uses it all the time. She saw a girl in her daycare with one, and instantly fell in love with it. I bought this for her when she was 3, so the picture questions were perfect. Now that she is almost 4, she is starting to work out the spelling side of the cards. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is that I think there should be a few more cards. I also found that my daughter managed to bend the edges of two cards, so they wouldn't work anymore. I glued the layers back together and let them set with some weight on them, and now they are as good as new. All in all, even with the few problems I encountered I think this toy is a great value because of its longevity.

I took this on a 5 day camping trip where I knew it would be a challenge to keep 3 and 4 year olds occupied - and not begging for the TV! They had a great time making things! My only complaint is that it didn't come with paper and glue so they would have more options. I bought them separately and am glad I did!

I bought this for my niece. On Christmas day, after the gift giving carnage was over and the wrapping paper cleaned up, this is the toy she pulled from the pile to play with. I can't think of a better recommendation than that.

My only suggestion would be that if you buy this, get some poster board or something to go with it so you have something to glue all the little doodads to.

I have this at home, it's the best craft kit I've had in my life!! (and I'm [...]!) I reccomend you getting this for you kids today!