It's my potty and I'll go if I want to

So we're coming to the end of potty learning here, potty learning with boys is usually a long journey but we finally see the light and have gone a few weeks without accidents here. Now we just have night time to worry about. We have stopped buying disposables and We thought we'd touch base again with some more potty products that we are using. Don't forget to check out our past potty product line ups here and here.

The Potty Song cd-
Every time L successfully pees or poops on the potty or the toilet we play this cd and I let him play it as many times as he wants just as incentive. Usually he only wants to play it a few times which is good for me. L is enthralled with this cd not only does it praise him for using the potty but it also knows his name!! The song is catchy and easy to learn, you can even sing the song to them if you are somewhere without the cd. I love the fact that the song is a reward without it being candy or a material object that you constantly have to give the child and really what is a better reward than praise and self esteem?

The Potty Song cd retails for $9.95US or $5.95US for an MP3 download and can be purchased directly from their US based website, they ship to both US and Canada.

Aaah Toilet Paper Foam-
Sometimes only a wet wipe will do the job but what if you are all out of wet wipes? Aaah Toilet Paper Foam is a small dispenser of liquid that foams up and turns your toilet paper into the wet wipe you need. It's fragrance free and completely flushable unlike some wipes. It also last longer than a package of wipes and helps use less toilet paper b/c of the moisture you are getting cleaner results faster than with just plain toilet paper. The travel size also takes up less room in your diaper bag and there is no chance of it drying out like wipes.

Aaah's Toilet Paper Foam Personal Clean Package retails for only $9.95US (plus s/h) or purchase the 8oz for $7.95US or the 1.6oz (travel) for $4.95US. US and Canada can both purchase from their US based website ByeByeDry.com.

Kandoo Flushable Toilet Wipes-
I never thought that I would waste money on wipes after we were done with diapers but here we are and I am buying them and using them. Actually I originally got the wipes for free with a coupon, when you purchased a pack of Pampers you got the Kandoo wipes for free. I had a ton if coupons so I stocked up and put them away. Can I just say how happy I am that I did this? When it came time to need them I was happy that they were still freshly sealed and moist. Gone were the days of using half a roll of toilet paper to try to remove the glue type poop from your little one's behind. I've never had to use more than one wipe which is good b/c they recommend that you do not try to flush more than 2 wipes at a time. I've started buying them in the larger refill packs eliminating the purchase of the plastic wipe tub. I find the tub to be a waste of money as the wipes seem to instantly dry up in them which is surprising because my Pampers wipes don't have this problem unless they have been sitting for a long time and Kandoo is made by Pampers. So I just stick to the re-sealable package and it works just fine for us and is portable enough for the diaper bag too.

Kandoo Wipes retail for $3.99CAD and can be purchased at Walmart in both US and Canada.

A Potty For Me by Karen Katz-
This is a lift-the-flap instruction manual on how to use the potty. This sweet little book is about a little girl who gets a new potty from her mommy and all about her learning to use the potty. It addresses diapers and accidents and how even mommy uses the potty too. It also talks about wearing big kid pants and how proud you will feel when you finally use the potty.
A Potty For Me by Karen Katz retails for $8.99CAD and can be purchased at Chapters.Indigo in Canada and Barnes and Noble in the US.


I Love My Potty by Lara Jones-
This little girl talks about all the fun and silly things that she can do with her potty from wearing it as a hat, carrying her toys, it can be a car, a ,drum, a cozy seat. But sometimes it's just a place to go potty. :)

I Love My Potty by Lara Jones retails for $.53CAD and can be purchased used at Amazon.ca in Canada or Amazon.com in the US.



The Gas We Pass (The Story of Farts) by Shinta Cho-
If you loved Everyone Poops by Taro Gomi from our last potty round-up you will love The Gas We Pass. This book of course is all about farts which L just loves being a typical boy. Big farts, little farts, smelly farts, scentless farts, animal farts, people farts; this book has it covered. It talks about eating and your digestive system and why we fart. If easily offended this book might not be for you but in an all boy household here it really is hard to be offended.

The Gas We Pass (The Story of Farts) by Shinta Cho retails for $10.25CAD and can be purchased at Chapters.Indigo in Canada and Barnes and Noble in the US.

Belly support for your ever growing baby belly **GIVEAWAY!!!**

When I first started wearing my Amon Maternity Band it seemed a bit snug and awkward. I was glad that Amon Maternity had advised me to pick a size up when I was confused between 2 sizes. At first I wasn't sure if the band was for me. It was a learning experience due to my muffin top that most women are cursed with I was unsure where and how to wear the band. I figured out for me it worked best if I wore the band over my muffin (hehe) and under my underpants. (I've been wearing boy shorts lately due to comfort so different underwear might hit you in a different spot.) I found that this eliminated the band rolling up and having to readjust it every time I had to pee, which is quite frequently. I also found that after a few weeks my very high belly started to sit a bit lower and the band became increasingly more comfortable. I think that fact that I was carrying so high in the beginning was the reason for the initial discomfort, after all this is more of a support band than a cover your belly band. In fact I know that the lower my belly sits the more I enjoy my band and look forward to wearing it. As I near the and of my pregnancy I find myself reaching for my band more and more especially on days I know I will be out and about all day with plenty of errands to run. The Amon Band features an extra wide, under tummy support with an expandable tummy section for your varying pregnancy size, back support panel and breathable microfiber fabric. Sizes range from small to X-large and it comes in 3 colors; black, white and nude. The band is machine washable and hang to dry. Amon Maternity also carries full support pregnancy briefs, skivvies and even bodyshapers for postpartum wear.


The Amon Maternity Band retails for $25US and can be purchased directly from their online US based store, they ship to both US and Canada or see here for a list of retailers near you.

One lucky Baby Let's Shop reader will receive a gift certificate redeemable at Amon Maternity's online store for $50!! Just post a comment and let us know what product or products you are most interested and why, please remember to include your email address. The winner will be chosen at random on February 10/2010 10am PST. The winner will be contacted by Amon Maternity with details on how to claim their prize, the prize must be redeemed by February 15 2010. Contest open to US and Canada residents.

Finding the perfect cloth diaper

We've spent the past year or so testing out various cloth diapers and finding out our likes and dislikes. L has spent most of his diapering days in disposables because I wasn't sure I could handle the commitment of cloth but after trying out many brands I feel more confident about going cloth the next time around. Recently we've been lucky enough to have the opportunity to test out both Fuzzi Bunz Perfect Size diapers and One Size diapers. These are the first pocket diapers we have tried and we absolutely love them. They are the reason we have made the final choice to cloth diaper the next babe. Fuzzi Bunz are available in a large selection of colors and prints with both boy, girl and gender neutral choices.


The Fuzzi Bunz Perfect Size diapers are available in 6 different sizes to find a perfect fit for your little one. Sizes range from xs, small, medium, large, petite, xl fitting from 4lbs-45+lbs; now that it quite the range. Features include fleece inside, back pocket with super absorbent insert, adjustable snaps for both the leg and waist area, soft waterproof outer PUL layer in color or print, leg elastic and side snaps.



Fuzzi Bunz One Size diapers include the same features as the Perfect Fit but one size fits from xs(4lbs)- L(30+lbs) and also have an adjustable elastic and button waistband and leg holes to customize the best fit. They even offer an online One Size diaper sizing guide for help on getting the right fit. The elastic is also numbered by the button holes ensuring the right fit. When sizing for a smaller babe though the diaper does tend to get a bit bulky, this bulkiness does go away as the babe gets bigger and sizing changes.


I really loved both options but have decided to go with the Perfect Size for the next babe and have already stocked up on some. They were easy to use and not a lot of extra steps involved. They are both machine washable and dry-able, though you can hang them up to dry if you choose. I've had them sit too long before washing before and they have not fallen apart when I had to wash them and strip them a few extra times. ( I have had some other brands fall apart due to this) Fuzzi Bunz come with a microterry insert that are stuffed into the open pocket at the back of the diaper. Once they are dry you can pre-stuff them before you put them away making diaper changes a bit faster. For overnight use you can add an extra insert (purchased separately) for extra absorbency if you find your little one pees more at night. The One Size diapers come with both a large and small insert for different sizing. When it comes time to wash your diapers the inserts usually fall out easily when you give them a quick shake over the washer. Rarely do you have to dirty your hands by pulling things apart for wash like some other brands. We also have not experienced any side leakage from these diapers once we upgraded to two inserts at night. If you are ready to give up on cloth diapering I suggest you try out Fuzzi Bunz, they are a breeze to use and we just love them!

Fuzzi Funz Perfect Size retail for $23.95 CAD and the Fuzzi Bunz One Size retail for $25.95CAD. In the US you can purchase your Fuzzi Bunz straight from the US based FuzziBunzOnline.com or in Canada you can purchase yours at Forbabywithlove.ca, they don't have a lot left right now but they are having a sale that you can save 25% with the code "iloveu" until February 14. They have great service and it's where I stocked up on my Fuzzi Bunz. ;) Or you can search here for a retailer in your area.

Ju-Ju-Be new print re-color preview!!

Check it out Ju-Ju-Be has just revealed their new print re-coloration called Dizzy Daisies, a re-coloration of Zany Zinnias done in a gorgeous blue, green and purple colorway. Oh and we are swooning over the gorgeous lilac lining and zippers!!! Dizzy Daisies will be available early March in the Spring One shipment on the Packabe, Between, Be Major, Be Rich, Be Thrifty, Business Be, Be Quick, Paci-Pod, Fuel Cell, Be Tagged and “The Mystery Bag!!!" What to get, what to get????

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It really is just wonderful!!

I am in LOVE with Mama Mio's OMega Wonder-Full Rescue Balm. At first I wasn't really sure what I was going to use it for. It does claim to have a million uses but I always am leery of these claims on products. I have a full size for home use and a travel size which I carry around in my diaper bag. This stuff is definitely my new go to miracle cream. I have been using it lately on L a lot especially due to the cold weather and living in a very dry climate. Now that L is potty learning and regularly using the toilet he washes his hands a lot, really a lot doesn't even begin to describe it. L likes to soap himself up from the tips of his fingers to his armpits most days and quite frequently during the day. This has resulted in a nasty carpet burn looking rash on his arms. Wonder-Full Balm has been a life saver in making this nasty rash go away, just a small amount rubbed into his arms and after a day or two the rash is gone. Another issue I've had with L is even though we avoid most outdoor activities with him with the cold weather we've been having, L seems to get quite red cheeked even just going from the house to the heated car and back. It's a chapped type of red cheek that stays for days and looks just awful. All I have to do is rub some Wonder-Full Balm on him before he goes to bed at night and in the morning the red cheek is gone. I've even used it on a few bad breakouts that I've picked at due to some nasty pregnancy hormones and they've cleared up quite nicely too. Other uses that Mama Mio claims this balm is great for range from lip balm, cuticle cream, dry rough heels and elbows, healing burns and even a cure for eczema. The longer you have this product the more uses you will find for it. It's unquestionably a purchase that you won't regret.

Mama Mio's OMega Wonder-Full Rescue Balm retails for $26 US, which seems high but a little does go a long way. It can be purchased directly from their online store and they offer free worldwide shipping. Or in Canada you can always check out The Bay. (Also stay tuned for some more Mama Mio reviews)

To have loved and lost

Over the years I have had the displeasure of using many, many mediocre straighteners. My first encounter with Paul Brown's Ceramic Ion Flat Iron was an eye opener. I plugged it in turned it on and chose my desired heat setting, normally I would wait about 5-15 min for other brands of flat irons to warm up. Curious but not smart I touched the plate (not recommended), wow surprisingly the hot iron was already hot and after a quick swipe though my super thick hair it proved ready to use in only seconds! What once took 30 min to straighten had now been drastically cut down to 5 min. As a SAHM I need all the extra time I can get and this straightener seemed like a gift from above. The Paul Brown Ceramic Ion Flat Iron has many heat settings ranging from 266-410 degrees F. While it's not recommended to straighten your hair on really high heat, the higher the heat the quicker it took to get the job done. I love the ability to control the heat setting as well as the fact that there is an on/off switch both luxuries that not all flat irons have. Also because of the size of this straightener being thinner than some it is less cumbersome and easier to handle. It also leaves your hair feeling smoother and healthier. After a few weeks of use I happily packed up my old flat iron and welcomed a permanent spot in my bathroom for my Paul Brown. I thought Paul and I would live happily ever after.....sadly though one day while using my iron the plates melted right out of the iron!! I have no idea what caused this to happen but it was a sad day for me and I'm still trying to get over it! What's even worse than that is I have been unable to reach anyone at Paul Brown who seems to care about my flat iron or any info about getting a replacement for mine. I'm not sure if what happened to my iron is common or just a fluke, a close friend of mine has had the same flat iron for years without a problem and uses hers daily which leads me to believe that maybe it might not be a regular occurrence but still I am unsure. I am upset that mine only lasted a few months but I am even more disappointed at the lack of customer service from Paul Brown.
The Paul Brown Ceramic Ion Flat Iron retails for approximately $150CAD and can be purchased at a hair salon that carries Paul Brown in your area.

Sigg is back and better than ever

Recently we got the chance to try out Sigg's new improved bottles and we are impressed. The new internal coatings fulfill FDA requirements which means no BPA or lead and they are 100% recyclable. We have the Wild Crocs 0.4L bottle with a kid's top. We've found that as long as the lid is closed the bottle does not leak, it will of course leak if you hold it upside down while the lid is open and spout is turned but this is why the kid's top would be more appropriate for a toddler or older child. At first I didn't think that toddler L would be able to master the lid because you have to twist the spout to open it but after a week or so he had it all figured out on his own. The bottles are also single walled which makes the outside cold to the touch with a cold liquid inside, you can always purchase covers for them but we opted not too as L is getting older he is getting used to his sippies being a bit colder and who wants to cover up those super cute crocodiles? Sigg's bottles are also dishwasher safe but they do recommend hand washing.

We purchased a Sigg Cleaning Brush Set which come with a large scrubber and a small scrubber. My only complaint with Sigg's scrubber set is the price tag, ouch $20!! (This may just be the store we found them at though as they seem reasonably cheaper online, hmmmm) But the fact that the scrubbers are also dishwasher safe helped the pain go away. We only use the scrubbers for our Sigg and we can maintain their cleanliness by putting them in the dishwasher which means we don't have to keep replacing them.

We also have been testing out Sigg's Aluminum Boxes. It has been great for filling up with an assortment of snacks or even big enough for a lunch when we're out all day. For food items that we don't want touching each other we use silicone cupcake holders which are great for holding little snacks. We love that this container works for a bunch of little snack items or is also big enough for a sandwich and a snack or two. They'd also be handy for storing other items that are not food related as well but we love them for food. These are also machine washable but we also choose to wash these by hand.

Sigg's kids bottles retail for $17.99US and up depending on size. The Sigg Cleaning Brush Set retails for $11.99US and the Aluminum Boxes retail at $24.99US and up depending on color and size. In the US they can be purchased directly from their US based online store and in Canada they can be purchased at any of the following larger retailers such as Home Outfitters, Roots (select stores), London Drugs and Whole Foods as well as some other smaller stores so keep your eyes open!

Baby Let's Shop's Must Have Baby Picks

With another baby on the way I'm always thinking about what we still have from the past kids that were a hit, what we still need to buy and what we need more of. The great thing about writing this blog is that I have had the wonderful opportunity to be in the loop about great new products and often even get to test them out. Recently we've been scouring our archives to find those couldn't live without baby items that we have reviewed. (We actually found so many that we may have to do a part 2 list for toddler products.) For now though here is our list of must have baby items that we plan on using again and even in some cases buying more of.


Babylegs- [review] Ahh babylegs!! We admit when we first heard about them we were very skeptical but had to buy a few when we found a good sale. 3 years later we have 8 pairs of babylegs in toddler L's rotation. We have been using them since he was a few months old and still do today. They were so handy in the early months with just a onesie and the babylegs to keep the legs warm, diapers changes were made a breeze. We've recently snagged a few more pairs on Babysteals (ok 10 more pairs *blush* I know I have a problem but they were such a good deal!) to put away for the new babe and a couple extras for L's stocking.


Cuddlywrap- [review] This carrier is so soft and stretchy, it's the first carrier that really made me love to carry L around for hours. I love the closeness and the flexibility of it. I wore it religiously till L got too heavy for it and started to make it sag. I'm looking forward to wearing it again.



Wet Happened Wet Bags- [review] Again another item we used from when L was little and still use today. Great for cloth diapers, dirty outfits after a diaper blowout, and even the pool.




Wisey Baby Play Mat Bag- [review] Gotta love this handy bag/playmat. Fabulous for throwing a few toys in and bringing to a friends house for instant tummy time and a soft place to place your babe.



Aden and Anais Swaddling Wraps- [review] Just when I had given up all hope on finding a swaddling wrap big enough to contain my squirmy little man, in walked Aden and Anais to save the day. These lightweight muslin wraps are a generous size for swaddling and still great years later as a light sheet in the crib or toddler bed. (We also recently scored a second set of these babies of Babysteals, gotta love Babysteals.)



Health Pod- [review] We cannot tell you how much of a life saver the Health Pod is especially if you have a little one with health issues or even just gets sick a lot. It's often difficult as a mom to remember every little detail of your child's medical history especially when something traumatic happens. This little baby has proven to me time and time again just how useful it is. We've already got our hands on a second one for the new baby and it's already stored safely away in my hospital diaper bag.


Itzbeen- [review] the Itzbeen timer has been another great lifesaver in our house. I never used it for diaper changes or feedings but for doling out medicine to a sick child this little baby works as my brain when my brain doesn't want to keep up due to lack of sleep.



Ju-Ju-Be diaper bags and other products-[review here and here] Ok seriously do I even need to explain this one?? Check out our past reviews and stay tuned for more in the future. I carry at least one to five Ju-Ju-Be products with me every single day. The features and quality of their products just cannot be beat and I feel like a traitor even using another brand diaper bag for a day. No matter how many bags I try out I always stray back to Ju-Ju-Be. I dread the day I no longer need a diaper bag.


Day Ago Digital Timer- [review] Stick one of these little timers on anything from food to medicine and know how long it's been sitting around or how long since your last dose in the case of medicine.





Solana Swaddle Wrap- [review] Another generously sized swaddle wrap, light, breezy and airy. Sure wouldn't mind getting our hands on a few more of these babies.





Pump Ease- [review] There is nothing better than hands free pumping. We didn't get our Pump Ease until near the end of our pumping career last time and it was a wonderful thing and we are looking forward to hands free pumping from the beginning this time.



Bummas- [review] These reusable wipes are great for drying a wet bottom, using as wet wipes or even cleaning a boogie nose. I will be glad to have these Bummas from birth this time around as I always stray away from store bought wet wipes for the first little while as my babies tend to be born with an extra sensitive bottom.



Secure2Me- [review] Never use your little one's blanket again with this handy little blanket. Complete with a set of 4 clips to clip onto your stroller, car seat or even baby carrier. They have light, airy, solar-veil summer ones and warm, fuzzy, soft, minky ones for winter too. We have a nice winter one but hope to try out the solar-veil option too.




Belly Lafs Grippees- [review] We can't wait to bathe our new little one with these mitts with little grippees on them ensuring you don't drop that slippery little wet bundle. Aah stress be gone.

Let's build some fun

We are big Lego fans here at Baby Let's Shop. I remember having the most giant Lego collection when I was little which sadly went to my younger brothers and sister when I moved out. Now preteen C is working on his giant Lego collection. When little L was offered the chance to try out Lego's My First Lego Fire Fighter Building Set we happily jumped at the chance. Now we must point out that this set is for ages 4-7 and not recommended for under 3 years of age. L has just recently turned 3 and did receive the set shortly before his 3rd birthday but he has always been good with very small pieces and we have not had any issues with him swallowing random small items. This Lego set was no exception with L, he did great with the Lego and though it did take him a couple of days to figure out how to put the pieces together he was very determined and is now Lego crazy building everything he can think of. Though at 3 they don't look much like they should and he has yet to master following instructions or building the fire set without the help of someone. This is definitely a great little starter set to peak the interest of a future Lego lover. It has unquestionably blossomed a huge love in Lego for L and he is forever trying to raid his big brother's stash and eyeing up all the sets in the stores. Lego is also remarkably easy to keep clean, we have have in the past put our Lego in a mesh laundry bag on the top rack of our dishwasher. It's also the type of gift that children never seem to tire of and young and old still enjoy it, I mean come on admit it sometimes it's still fun to sit down with the kids and build your own masterpiece.
The Lego Fire Fighter Building Set retails for $12.99 CAD and can be purchased directly from the online Lego Shop, they ship to both US and Canada. While your there check out all the other sets too.

We love SAMi and you will too

SAMi's flip-a- face and flip-a-shape books published by Blue Apple Books are well loved and adored by both L and myself. Their bright colorful hardcover pages are inviting and engaging. The pages are cut out giving you a glimpse of the next page and sparking the imagination to wonder what it could be lurking on the flip side. The books are simple with only one word per page which are great for the littles all the way up to an early reader who may be easily frustrated by too many words on a page. We have quite a few books by the author including Baby Animals, Baby Talk, Big Little, Colors, Play and Yum.



Aside from books SAMi also has other items in their line that are just as wonderful as their books; we also have their cardboard Flip-a-face nesting blocks with familiar pictures of animals and little people from their books. For cardboard they are remarkably sturdy and have held up well to the rough play of my little maniac L.






We also have their Flip-a-Face cards Same? Different? and Look Baby! These large cards, again featuring people and animals from their book series, encourage matching skills and stimulates your babe. The Look Baby! set contains both black and white and color cards. The Same? Different? set contains people with an assorted variety of looks that are all similar but not identical. For example one pair of people may have glasses but one pair of glasses might be purple and the other pair green. Though we haven't completely got the hang of using these cards the intended way yet they are still a huge hit and are played with often.







SAMi's books and other products retail starting at around $10CAD and up. They can be purchased in Canada at Amazon.ca and in the US at Amazon.com.

Watergeeks Bottles

This past school year C was using the WaterGeeks Insulated Stainless Steel 24oz bottle. This bottle is a generous size compared to the other stainless steel water bottles on the market. It has a removable tea strainer that originally confused C but once he realized what it was for and that it was removable all was fine. We both really loved that the bottle is double walled for both hot and cold drinks and that because of this feature there is no need for a cover as you cannot feel the temperature through the bottle. Some other great features;

- available in 4 great colors: stainless, black, pink, blue
- wide mouth for ice cubes, small mouth for drinking
- made with unlined, 18/0, food grade stainless steel
- ergonomic, curved design
- lightweight, easy to carry
- non-leaching and BPA-FREE

Lately I have been using the bottle a lot when I take L and C to a local indoor playground once a week. On these days I always hit up Starbucks before we get there, usually I have a coffee but since I have been pregnant I have been opting for Strawberry Blended Lemonades as I don't think my baby is too fond of coffee. I love that the bottle is big enough to accommodate a Venti and that my drink stays cold all day long. The double size lid option is great as the smaller size is perfect for my straw. The wide mouth easily fits a cleaning brush after in case I forget to clean it out right away so I am not left with a crusty residue that won't wash out. Watergeeks recommend that you wash by hand but ours has gone through the washing machine many a times and is still as good as the day we got it. All in all these are great bottles and I would love to try out some of the others, especially the kids version.

WaterGeeks Insulated Stainless Steel 24oz bottle retails for $19.95 CAD and can be purchased in Canada at O'Baby Organics a Canadian based store in Surrey, BC. They also sell a variety of other Watergeeks products.

Much awaited update

Ok I know it seems as though I have been neglecting my blog but with good reason. As you know I am pregnant, around 23 weeks to be exact. I have been diagnosed by my midwife with extreme exhaustion, not only the blog but most of the other aspects of my daily life have fallen by the waist side. We have also started homeschooling this year so not only am I home all day with 3 year old tester L but now 12 yr old tester C is here all day adding to my daily stress. This has been a great decision for our family but it has changed our daily schedule and has taken some time to smooth out and feel normal for us. But as of lately things have picked up and I am starting to feel back to my old self. My house and family life and finally almost back on track and I need to get back to the blog. The reviews and emails are piling up. So hopefully over the next few weeks I will be back on track. Thanks for understanding.

The season for bugs and all things crawlie

Kids are odd; C is not a huge fan of bugs at all in the least, in fact he is often terrified by them but he could not have been happier to receive the Bug Book and Bottle and Bugs Fandex by Workman Publishing. Paired together these two products make way for a great afternoon of bug finding, gathering and identifying. I had planned on making a day for the two boys together to go out and have some bug finding fun together but before I could C showed up with a friend begging to take the products out and go on their own bug hunt. Their bug hunting went fantastically and the two boys were solidly into it for close to a week which is an eternity in tween boy time.

The Bug Book and Bottle comes with a plastic container with holes in the lid to gather and keep your bugs in, a magnifier, bug identification chart, bug journal (to record all of your finds) and the bug book. The Bug Book is filled with with 47 fascinating bugs inside, how to catch, identify and care for insects and other creepy crawlies. The only flaw that C noted with the Bug Bottle was that he wished the lid would stay on more tightly so he taped it shut.

The Bugs Fandex consists of 50 die-cut cards on a fan-deck. The top of each card is a giant creepy picture of each bug and below and on the reverse are interesting facts about each bug. Overall these are two fabulous products to keep your bored kids busy this summer.


The Bug Book and Bottle retails for $13.68 CAD and the Bugs Fandex retails for $10.79 CAD they can both be purchased at Chapters.Indigo.ca in Canada and Barnes and Noble in the US.