Review: LakiKid Weighted Lap Blanket

I review products from several websites. I've been an ambassador for a number of brands and products and participated in several discussion panels including Remington, Spectrum Brands, and Mattel to name a few. 

My experience with founder Jason Hsieh and LakiKid has been on par with big name brands!

With LakiKid you can expect:

• Exceptional Customer Service
• High Quality
• Products Made in the USA
• Free Shipping

Benefits of Weighted Sensory Lap Pad for Kids & Adults

SUITABLE FOR KIDS WITH AUTISM, ADHD, SENSORY PROCESSING DISORDER - 

Weighted lap pad can assist with aggression, attention, homework issues, anxiety, focusing, sensory seeking, trouble at school and more!

About the Product:

VERSATILITY – 

The plastic pellet filled lap pads can be used as a warming and/or cooling pad when warmed in the dryer or cooled in the freezer. 

EASY TO CLEAN - 

Sensory lap pads are machine washable and dryable - Gentle cycle highly recommended

NATURAL SOLUTION FOR KIDS WITH THE WIGGLES - 

Helps kids stay calm and still during test-taking, classwork, homework and more! Kids love the soothing, deep pressure these lap blankets provide.

DESIGNED AND ASSEMBLED IN USA - 

LakiBargain Lap Pads are made of polyester fleece and filled with plastic pellets. All lap pads are assembled in Illinois.

Is your child a wiggle worm? Does your child have difficulty staying put in a chair? 

Weighted lap pads are often incorporated into learning environments in which students need sensory feedback. Weighted lap pads may help diffuse tension, decrease restlessness and assist with focus. 

Easily Cleaned

Sensory lap pads are machine washable and dryable - Please use gentle cycle.

Which size should I choose?

For Pre-school aged kids Size Small or Medium is recommended 
For Young elementary aged kids Size Large is recommended

Sizing

Small - 9 x 13 inches; 2 lbs.
Medium - 13 x 13 inches; 3 lbs.
Large - 13 x 19 inches; 4 lbs.
Bear Sensory Blanket - 13 x 13 inches; 3 lbs.

12 x 12 inches; 3 lbs Sensory Blanket

Dual Purpose

These plastic pellet filled lap pads can also be used as a warming/cooling pad when warmed in the dryer or cooled in the freezer.

Designed and Made in the USA

Products are made of polyester fleece and filled with plastic pellets. All of our lap pad are assembled in Illinois, USA. Solid color and simple design is ideal for promoting calm without distraction. 
Free shipping to all 50 states in the USA. Products typically ship within 3-5 Business Days.

Founder Jason Hsieh says, they "are actively creating more additional products as they are building [their] brand."

LakiKid Fidget Foot Band can help kids with ADHD focus in the classroom with minimal interruption

Interested in LakiKid Sensory Products? Visit LakiKid!

Disclaimer: All opinions are my own. I was not compensated in any other way.

DinoGame by TOOKKY

DinoGame is recommended for ages 3-10. My daughter is 5 years old and had no interest in playing the game; but, loves the dinosaurs! I think the same could be said for her age group in general, as I volunteer in her classroom once a week and in general, I don't see the attention span for this game.

I'm sure there are a few who would be the exception to this rule; however, I would say as children get older they might be more interested in the game itself. For now the dinosaurs are cool enough on their own!

DinoGame Comes with 12 sturdy dinosaurs, as you can see my girl made off with a few before I could snap a shot!

 

Features:

• DinoGame by TOOKKY comes in a cute carrying case to store all the dinosaurs and board in.
• The board comes in 4 pieces and fits together like a puzzle.
• 12 dinosaurs are nicely detailed, and beautifully colored.
• If they don't stand up, just bend their legs a little until the do.

 

Information in the ebook on T-Rex.

How to Play:

• Each person chooses a dinosaur.
• Read and review the dinosaur facts in the ebook sent from TOOKKY.
• Take turns asking trivia questions.
• Each time the player answers a trivia question about their dinosaur correctly, they move ahead one space.
• The first player to the end wins!

 

Trivia Questions

Pros:
High Quality Dinosaurs
Fun Trivia

Cons:
The game board is quite flimsy
I wish the game came with a booklet for those who did not have internet access.

The figures are really of nice quality and come in a nice carrying box or case, great for taking on a trip or visiting friends. If you would wish to view the product I reviewed you can see it here: DinoGame

Disclaimer: I received this product in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated in any other way.

AYL 900 Lumens CREE LED Tactical Flashlight #Review

AYL Flashlight Extended

Features:

• Weather Resistant Anodized Aluminum Alloy Body - Industrial Grade, Most Versatile Light Available!
• Bulbs can last for more than 100,000 hours. 
• Powered by 3AAA batteries or Rechargeable battery 18650 (batteries not included).
• 5 Modes. High, Medium, Low Beam, Strobe and an SOS function. 
• Zoom-able to use anywhere. Focus the beam where you need to see.
• Water Resistant. Highest water resistant level of IPX-6. Works in heavy rain or snow.
• Easy Operation. Either click button to switch modes, OR Lightly tap the button to switch modes quickly!

This AYL Flashlight features 5 Lighting Modes and a handy clip so you will know right where it is!

This flashlight is a little larger than I had imagined. One of my favorite features is the belt clip. My Fiancee is a Plumber's Apprentice and always has a "side-arm" as he calls it or a multi-tool and a quality, compact LED flashlight.

The AYL LED CREE XML T6 Flashlight stands out as a convenient lighting source; with a design that allows versatility for use in different scenarios. Whether you are a tradesman, homeowner, renter or just want a versatile flashlight for emergency situations this product is for you. Many folks like my Fiancee will be less likely to lose such tools if they can attach to their pants, belt, et cetera as opposed to being placed in a pouch or holster on their side.

Disclaimer: I received this product in order to facilitate my honest and unbiased review. I was not compensated in any other way. All opinions are my own.

Help Ease Tension Headaches

I suffer from tension headaches. I sometimes grind my teeth or find myself even clenching my teeth during the day. Meditation and relaxation work best when practiced consistently and regularly so that it becomes second nature. Personally, it's something I have to work on. When I considered reviewing Dr. Rogo's Scalp Massager I thought, "Why not?! I'll give it a try."

I had seen similar products in stores not knowing what they were. I thought I would investigate it, for myself.

 

Dr. Rogo Scalp Massager for Men & Women

This is a massager that fits in your hand. It is supposed to simulate a real scalp massage with its flexible fingers that knead the scalp skin. I can say I've never had a professional scalp massage but occasionally I will ask my fiancee to rub my head like this. Let me tell you when I have a bad tension headache it feels so nice, those big hands are good for something!
 

Dr. Rogo's product claims to "Promote hair growth." Honestly, I'm okay if this claim isn't true. My hair is very thick and long already. This scalp massager boosts circulation to the hair follicles to increase hair growth. Also alleviating tension and stress to help you relax.

 

While I can't attest to the part about hair growth, I have to say I was pleasantly surprised that this little tool that reminds me of a something born of a kitchen whisk actually helps alleviate tension headaches naturally!
 

It's simple and easy to use. Just hold the ergonomic handle on the scalp massager tool and press the massage fingers against your skin! The uniquely designed tool does the rest! It's built to last, small and compact. You can fit it in your purse or a small bag or backpack.
 

If you're not completely satisfied return your scalp massager within 30 days of your purchase and receive a full refund!
 

Interested in the product I reviewed? You can check it out here.

 
Disclaimer: I received this product for testing purposes, in exchange for my honest and unbiased review. All opinions are my own. I was not compensated in any other way.

#Review Gnome Workshop Bluetooth Foldable Selfie Stick

Gnome Selfie Stick is available in blue, gold, pink and green.

Pros:

• Easy setup
• Compact design
• Fits in a purse or bag for quick & easy storage
• Simple to operate 

Cons:

• Basic selfie stick 

Check Out this Selfie Stick Here!

Here's how to use The Gnome Selfie Stick:

1. Plug the included charging cable into the bottom of the selfie stick and the other end into a USB port to charge.

2. Once charged, unplug the cord and turn on the Bluetooth for your device you wish to pair the selfie stick with and the power button on the selfie stick.
(You may need to go into the settings on your device and select the selfie stick to pair the two.)

3. Place your device in the top or "head" of the selfie stick

4. Unfold the "head" of the Selfie Stick to the desired position and tighten the knob to the desired angle.

5. Extend the stick to the desired length.

6. Press the shutter button to take photos when you are ready.

Note: You will need to thread the wrist strap through the hole at the bottom of the selfie stick, if you wish to have the wrist strap attached.

Disclaimer: I received this product in order to facilitate my honest and unbiased review. I was not compensated in any other way. All opinions are my own.

Guess the Animal Faces: Animal Identification Book #Review

You can find "Guess the Animal Faces" Here!

Guess the Animal Faces: Animal Identification Book for Kids by Dr. Lisa Rusczyk is one of the You Are Loved Series. The author is a Stay-At-Home Mom to two daughters and holds a doctorate in Educational Leadership.

The book is supposed to be viewed in landscape view. It was a cute, quite lengthy picture book. It is available as an e-book via Kindle or by using a Kindle App. I chose to install the Kindle App on my iPhone and view it that way. I would encourage the use of a tablet, if available or computer to ensure the pictures are large enough.

This playful picture book is geared towards a pre-reading audience. Mom and Dad or whomever can read and play along to help baby or their toddler find and guess the corresponding and appropriate animals.

In the first half of Guess the Animal Faces, cartoon pictures are provided where toddlers are encouraged to guess what the animal is, on the next page there is a realistic photo with a response.

First you see a cartoon animal to which you are supposed to guess what it is.

Then you are provided with a realistic photo with a caption such as "Koala".

To be honest, I'm not sure I would have recognized the cartoon camel. I have seen alpacas and llamas; but, perhaps a toddler would guess this correctly.

Photos from "Guess the Animal Faces" with a photo of a Bactrian Camel.

It's interesting to see how mainstream exotic animals have become, even in children's books. My family and I can relate. My father and stepmother own quite a menagerie. My daughter is the second generation to grow up around a wide variety of animals including a hybrid camel named Caesar (Bactrian and Dromedary cross).

Visiting Caesar the Camel on a winter day.

It's nice to remind parents and teachers to use positive reinforcement as illustrated below. It is used to praise the child for a job well done and to build confidence and self-esteem.

In the second half of the book kids are encouraged to find the animal from a larger compilation of animals from a grid. This aides in hand and eye coordination and gets the child to interact whether it's with an oral response or by pointing out the picture.

I would have liked to have seen all of the animals in the grid represented in the book or left out of the grid. You will see some animals are not mentioned but show up in the grid.

Language and interaction are so important in ages birth to 3 years old! So much growth can happen. It is best to nurture learning in any way you can. Of course parents can discuss with their children much further about the animals in the book, for example: where might this animal live? What do you think they like to eat? My personal favorite has always been "What sound does this animal make?" You can talk about colors. The possibilities are endless.

Disclaimer: I received this product for free in order to facilitate my honest and unbiased review. I was not compensated in any other way. All opinions are my own.

Do You Want to Learn More About Coding?

Find HTML Quickstart Guide on Amazon here!

I took a course in Web Applications and Development. This book is the bare bones of what is needed to understand terminology, use it, and build a webpage.

The HTML Quickstart Guide introduces the terminology.
Gives some basic background information, history and from there goes into detail to explain how to use elements to create structure and content. It walks you through an illustrated example of a step-by-step process of how to build a webpage.

I reviewed this book in the paperback version. It is also available in an audible version and for Kindle.

The Publisher of this book, ClydeBank Technology offers a wide range of audiobooks including:

• Business Plan Writing Guide
• ITIL for Beginners
• Stock Options for Beginners
• Scrum Quickstart Guide
• Project Management for Beginners
• 3D Printing Business
• LLC Quickstart Guide
• Lean Six Sigma Quickstart Guide
• Growing Marijuana for Beginners
• Social Security Simplified
• Medicare Simplified
• And More!

You can get a Free ClydeBank Media AudioBook and 30 Day Free Trial to Audible.com at ClydeBank Media Publishing

Disclaimer: I received this product in order to facilitate my honest and unbiased review. I was not compensated in any other way. All opinions are my own.

Saganizer Workhorse Sweeper #Review

Find the Saganizer Carpet and Floor Workhorse Sweeper Here!

I was shocked at the size of the packaging! It was a small unlabeled white box. The manufacturer has the packaging down to a science! The box was barely larger than the base, itself.

There were no instructions. Thankfully this is a pretty basic design. No tools required! I pinched my hand in part of the base while putting it together :( The handle comes in 3 lengths of hollow metal pipe that screws together, on to the base and the plastic handle screws onto the last metal pipe with a hole in the plastic top for hanging and storing the Saganizer Workhorse Sweeper.

The Workhorse Sweeper comes with a plastic tool to clean hair and debris from the brushes at the bottom of the base. It's embarrassing to admit, it took me a while to figure out how to empty the Saganizer Carpet and Floor Workhorse Sweeper. If you look at the at the photo below, you press on the arrows and the compartment swings open like it's on a spring mechanism.

Bottom of the Base

Pros:

• Easy to Assemble
• Sweeps even fine debris up off carpeting and floors
• No cords, filters or batteries to change or worry about
• Quiet, if you don't want to vacuum while baby is sleeping
• Lightweight
• Lies flat for storage and sweeping underneath furniture
• Stores easily

Cons:

• No instructions
• Sweeper can be difficult to empty

Overall I would rate this product 4 Stars! It gets the job done. Just be careful not to pinch your hand or fingers! I could see this product being good for anyone who who can't bend over to use a dustpan, who wants to vacuum but doesn't want to wake up the baby or for your Camper or RV.

Disclaimer: I received this product in order to facilitate my honest and unbiased review. I was not compensated in any other way. All opinions are my own.

Coming Soon: Honeywell Console Humidifier Review!

I received this message in my inbox today:

You're in the the Honeywell® Console Humidifier VoxBox! 
 

Hi Danielle,

Congratulations! We chose you to test out the Honeywell® Console Humidifier! Get pumped and keep an eye on your mailbox because your VoxBox will be arriving shortly!! 

I'll post my review when I test the Honeywell Console Humidifier with photos... coming soon! 

Until then I'll be watching my mailbox ;) 
- Danielle

LifeStyle PartyTime Kitchen #Giveaway - Step2 #FanFriday!

Enter to win a LifeStyle PartyTime Kitchen from Step2 on their Facebook Page!

Like and Enter to win the LifeStyle PartyTime Kitchen in Winner's Choice of color!
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The Step2 LifeStyle PartyTime Kitchen comes in the winner's choice of blue and green or maroon (ARV $179.99)!

Features include:

• Realistic "stainless steel" oven, microwave, and refrigerator
• Four electronic features: toy microwave, stove top, overhead light and phone to increase interactive play
• Frying pan and boiling pot activate frying and boiling sounds on front burner, enhance make believe fun
• Special silverware drawer and two "wicker" storage baskets for kitchen toy accessories
• 33-piece accessory set included (colors of accessories and play food may vary)

The Step2 LifeStyle PartyTime Kitchen is recommended for children ages 2 and up.

Do you want to purchase The LifeStyle PartyTime Kitchen for a child on your Christmas list? It is now On Sale for $119.99!

Check it out Here! http://www.step2.com/p/LifeStyle-PartyTime-Kitchen