1. See butterfly metamorphosis up close.Reusable, collapsible habitat.
2. Includes feeder.Complete instructions included.
3. Includes mail-in voucher for five butterfly larvae and special food. ($3.00 fee for processing)
4. Witness one of nature's most spectacular transformations up close.
5. Just mail in the included coupon for larvae and food.

Customer Review :

butterfly house

This was a gift for my niece that she requested. I had given her a similar product (from the same company) earlier and she really liked it. So she wanted another one for her birthday. I was very pleased with the quick delivery and it arrived in fine shape.

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Great educational toy!

These are great, both my 2YO and 6YO have loved it!
Be aware though, you have to send away for the butterflies/food. It's not a big deal - you fill out the enclosed card and send in $3. However, if you're giving this as a gift you may want to open the box & send away for the butterflies first. It's a little disapointing for the kids to find just the empty bug house inside.

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Very educational and fun

We mailed in the coupon to receive the caterpillars in mid July, and all 10 survived the hot summer mailbox. Within a week they turned into chrysalids, and after about another week the butterflies just popped out! We got one of them coming out on video camera - they come out quick! One of them couldn't come out quite right, but even the 3 on the floor on a paper towel came out just fine.

They weren't too crazy about sugar water, so I did some research and thought maybe the concentration wasn't high enough. So I used a tablespoon of sugar to 1/2 cup of water, and I see them drink from that a bit more. I also cut up oranges, apples, nectarines, and bananas.

I put the pavillion indoors in a sunny location as they fly better when it's above 85 degrees. We even put a light reflecter nearby with an incadescent bulb to keep them warm. It's cool to see them baske.

I still felt like they weren't eating very much, so I went to a local greenhouse and got a smallest annual plant they had that butterflies love (lantana), and within minutes of putting it inside, the butterflies were all over it. And they started laying eggs!! And they're only 5 days old!! Thankfully I've researched what painted lady caterpillars eat (different species eat different leaves) and been collecting plants outdoors. I just hope if the eggs hatch they won't come out of the mesh holes.

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the whole family loved it

My daughter received this from her aunt for her 6th birthday in December. We mailed the enclosed pre-paid card to redeem the larvae in late February. I'm not sure where this was purchased, but there were no hidden, additional costs for us, although my sister paid around $25 for the kit. It took about 2 weeks to receive the larvae, which was packed carefully and properly labeled so the Post Office didn't damage it. It contained 5 larvae and we had 100% success. Facinating to watch as they grow daily. At the point that you remove the crysalids from the plastic cup, it is filled with leftover food, poop, and webs, so you will need someone who is not squeamish. When they were in the butterfly stage, I tried sugar-water on flowers but they didn't seem to eat. Orange slices left mold on the bottom of the cage. Dipping crumpled paper in sugar-water seemed to work best. The butterflies will live about 2 weeks, and we kept them indoors since it was only April and too cold to release them. They did open their wings and become active when the sun came through our window. We released them one warm day after they had been butterflies for two weeks, rather than have them die before our eyes indoors. I would recommend you attempt this 2-month process in warm weather.

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lame extra costs

I was really disappointed to find that I had to send off to get the catipellers after the package came. Then they never came. Pretty lame! I do like the idea, lets just hope someone else copies the concept and makes it better with better customer service.

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1. Air hogs Zero Gravity Micro
2. Upside down! on the wall! no problem at all
3. Drives up any smooth surface
4. Only 6 inches long
5. Colors vary

Editorial Review :

Introducing the ultimate in gravity-defying indoor R/C racing! Zero Gravity Micro is a full function R/C car that drives on the floor, up walls and even upside-down! With outstanding scale speed performance on any smooth surface, the Zero Gravity Micro has 2 power settings: Regular Mode: Outstanding ground control!Extreme Mode: Vertical and upside-down action! Zero Gravity Micros working headlights also act as battery charge level indicators, and with 4 different frequencies you can even race against your friends!

Customer Review :

Excellent Toy

Purchased this gravity car for my grandson, age 9. The car performs over expectations and has been a source of many hours of fun for the entire family.

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1. Award winning butterfly habitat
2. Everything you need to raise your very own painted lady butterflies
3. Includes certificate for 10 live caterpillars
4. Perfectly safe to release or keep indoors for observation
5. Comes with complete instructions

Editorial Review :

The 2-foot tall Butterfly Pavilion pops-up easily. Hang it from a string or set it on a table-top. The see-through mesh and zippered entry allow easy access for care and feeding. Includes habitat, mail-in coupon for 6-10 Painted Lady butterfly larvae with special food and complete instructions. Please be advised that there is an additional $5.00 required when redeeming your coupon for shipping and handling. Available only in the Continental U.S. and Alaska.

Customer Review :

Very educational and fun

We mailed in the coupon to receive the caterpillars in mid July, and all 10 survived the hot summer mailbox. Within a week they turned into chrysalids, and after about another week the butterflies just popped out! We got one of them coming out on video camera - they come out quick! One of them couldn't come out quite right, but even the 3 on the floor on a paper towel came out just fine.

They weren't too crazy about sugar water, so I did some research and thought maybe the concentration wasn't high enough. So I used a tablespoon of sugar to 1/2 cup of water, and I see them drink from that a bit more. I also cut up oranges, apples, nectarines, and bananas.

I put the pavillion indoors in a sunny location as they fly better when it's above 85 degrees. We even put a light reflecter nearby with an incadescent bulb to keep them warm. It's cool to see them baske.

I still felt like they weren't eating very much, so I went to a local greenhouse and got a smallest annual plant they had that butterflies love (lantana), and within minutes of putting it inside, the butterflies were all over it. And they started laying eggs!! And they're only 5 days old!! Thankfully I've researched what painted lady caterpillars eat (different species eat different leaves) and been collecting plants outdoors. I just hope if the eggs hatch they won't come out of the mesh holes.

Rating :

butterfly house

This was a gift for my niece that she requested. I had given her a similar product (from the same company) earlier and she really liked it. So she wanted another one for her birthday. I was very pleased with the quick delivery and it arrived in fine shape.

Rating :

Great educational toy!

These are great, both my 2YO and 6YO have loved it!
Be aware though, you have to send away for the butterflies/food. It's not a big deal - you fill out the enclosed card and send in $3. However, if you're giving this as a gift you may want to open the box & send away for the butterflies first. It's a little disapointing for the kids to find just the empty bug house inside.

Rating :

the whole family loved it

My daughter received this from her aunt for her 6th birthday in December. We mailed the enclosed pre-paid card to redeem the larvae in late February. I'm not sure where this was purchased, but there were no hidden, additional costs for us, although my sister paid around $25 for the kit. It took about 2 weeks to receive the larvae, which was packed carefully and properly labeled so the Post Office didn't damage it. It contained 5 larvae and we had 100% success. Facinating to watch as they grow daily. At the point that you remove the crysalids from the plastic cup, it is filled with leftover food, poop, and webs, so you will need someone who is not squeamish. When they were in the butterfly stage, I tried sugar-water on flowers but they didn't seem to eat. Orange slices left mold on the bottom of the cage. Dipping crumpled paper in sugar-water seemed to work best. The butterflies will live about 2 weeks, and we kept them indoors since it was only April and too cold to release them. They did open their wings and become active when the sun came through our window. We released them one warm day after they had been butterflies for two weeks, rather than have them die before our eyes indoors. I would recommend you attempt this 2-month process in warm weather.

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lame extra costs

I was really disappointed to find that I had to send off to get the catipellers after the package came. Then they never came. Pretty lame! I do like the idea, lets just hope someone else copies the concept and makes it better with better customer service.

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1. Bionic Eye hand-held device magnifies 200 times normal size on any TV screen
2. Creates hours of play and exploration for the entire family
3. Built-in LED lights illuminate any object
4. Plugs into A/V jacks on any TV
5. Includes observation dish and tube for exploring objects and liquids

Customer Review :

what is it???

disgustingly fun!! the better/newer the tv/monitor the better the picture quality. we love it!!

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Eww, Eyeball veins...cool!!

This toy is great! My dad bought it for himself and I plan on getting one soon too. I borrowed his, and I was checking everything out, and it made it way to my face, and I was amazed and grossed out at the same time..I put it up to the corner of my eye while I looked the opposite way to the TV and I got to see all the veins on my eye really up close..It was awesome..very fun for both kids and adults.

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Okay

I had originally intended on getting my 9 year old son a microscope for Christmas last year, but this was new and the hot new toy so I decided to try this instead. I wish I hadn't. Firstly, you plug it into your tv, fine. But that means bringing anything you want to look at to your tv as well, also not a huge deal but something we didn't really consider before purchasing and it can be a hassle if he wants to look at bugs or something. Also you have to be pretty much on whatever you want to see for the lens to even notice it. The slightest distance away and it might as well be invisable. It's made durable enough, but could have been better. My biggest complain would just have to be not being able to see much with it. The most fun we had was touching it to our skin and hair and looking at that magnified, everything else was lame.

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So cool!

We have had a riot playing with this toy. Amazing ability to magnify even the smallest things. Would definitely recommend this toy for all kids 6 years and up. Younger can enjoy this toy with the help of a parent. A must for all households.


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too cool

The whole family enjoys this. Especially on the 46" LCD tv. It works really well.

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1. Awards: The National Parenting Center-Seal of Approval, Dr. Toy 100 Best Children's Products, Dr Toy Best Educational Products
2. Contains more than 30 Snap-Together parts
3. Build more than 100 exciting projects
4. Clear and concise illustrated manual included and available online
5. Exciting projects include burglar alarm, doorbell and more

Editorial Review :

Curious young minds can learn the basics of electronics as they build more than 100 exciting projects with this kit. Work on projects that make sound effects, engineer different types of alarms, build touch circuits and play games. Contains over 30 parts in all. No soldering is required -- pieces snap together. Requires 2 "AA" batteries, not included. Box measures 10" x 15" x 2".

Customer Review :

Snap-Circuits, A Winner!

I am a teacher who needs self-directed hands-on experiences for my science/technology students at the middle/high school level. Beginners with no previous contact with basic electricity and/or electrons are fascinated with these kits. The parts are well built and durable. The kit is easy to organize and store. The plastic storage tray makes it easy to account for all parts. The kit uses rigid circuit components, making circuits easy to understand... as opposed to using flexible wires. Wires would tend to end up being an uncomprehendable pile of spaghetti. Included are many plans for pre-designed projects, yet the kit is safe and flexible enough to allow a student to experiment to his/her heart's content.

Rating :

Family fun

I bought the smallest kit available to see if my 10 year old would like it for his birthday. Wow! Both our boys 10 & 5, our daughter, my hubby, his dad and I all found ourselves having a great time with it. Each of us made our own project, some with the book and some without. A good chance for grandpa to show off his very impressive skills! Can't wait to add to the set.

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Excellent: Fun, educational

We got this for our son's 6th birthday. It's a little more challenging for him to do it solo but I have no doubt he will be able to within a couple months. He lights up when the music, noise, or lightbulb (or all of them) work. It's a great product. I highly recommend it.

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Great gift for kids that like building and figuring out how things work

My 6 year old son really has enjoyed this gift. We've had it for 8 months now and he still picks it up and tries out a new combination of connections. When we first got it he was so excited that he tried to work his way through the guidebook. The guide booklet describes w/ words and pictures what to do with the pieces (order to put them on etc...). It has well over 80 combinations to make a siren, flying disc etc... not to mention being creative with the pieces. The box is sturdy and the pieces all fit securely into it - I image you could even bring it in the car. It's has long been one of our favorites.

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Never knew this could be so much fun!

My son played with this at a children's learning museum once and has wanted one ever since. I was skeptical, but suggested it to his aunt for a birthday present. I am impressed at the huge variety of projects kids can do. He just opened it yesterday and he and his best friend have been playing with it for HOURS. Totally cool, very educational, encourages imagination and is just plain fun!!

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