Toys And Amusements

Play Together, Save Together-Rediscover Game Nights For Affordable Family Fun
Spending time together as a family can strengthen bonds and provide relaxation--plus it's just plain fun.
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Building A Better Toolbox For Do-It-Yourselfers
If you're looking for great gifts for do-it-yourselfers, experts suggest helping them build a better toolbox.
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Interest In Geothermal Systems Is Heating Up
A growing number of homeowners are warming to the idea of replacing a worn-out, ordinary heating system with a new geothermal system.
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A Wonderful World Of Cultural Discovery For Kids
Thanks to the launch of a new cross-cultural entertainment and educational DVD series, children are now being introduced to the vibrant and varied cultures of their family, friends, neighbors and the world.
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Give Your Vehicle A Spotless Sponge Down
Car owners with a driving need for a good-looking vehicle would do well to heed these hints.
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Learning While On The Go Gets Easier
An educational card game that's a favorite of students, parents and teachers alike is going high-tech.
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Turning Dreams Into Child's Play
One man's dream has helped bring joy to millions of children.
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Walks Like A Duck, Talks Like A Duck, But It's Not Just A Duck
Some corporate icons have become as much a fabric of our consciousness as Hollywood movie stars or celebrity musicians.
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All About Ewe: New Video Game Is Sheep-Shape
A beloved animated sheep and his friends have flocked to a popular video game system.
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Personal Movies In Minutes
Pictures are no longer just for special occasions. Digital cameras make it easy to capture soccer games, trips to the park and fun times with friends.
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Tennis Great Maria Sharapova And Canon U.S.A. Form A Doubles Team To Raise Awareness For An Important Cause
Tennis superstar Maria Sharapova teams up with Canon U.S.A., Inc. to help raise awareness for breast cancer with the introduction of special-edition pink camera/printer bundle kits.
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Tips For A Great Birthday Party
The next time you're planning a birthday celebration for your child, you may want to keep these tips in mind.
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Dollhouses Deliver Skills For Children
For centuries, dollhouses have provided entertainment-and educational-opportunities for children and their families.
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Photo Contest Captures Memories To Last A Lifetime
Highly satisfying, for many parents, is capturing great photos of their children's milestones and important moments that can be shared with loved ones for years to come.
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Bright Colors Are Boosting The Nation's Mood
The nation's optimism is reflected in the trend toward bright, vibrant colors.
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Parents' Guide To Good-For-You Gaming
A few simple guidelines can help parents ensure that their kids are making the most of game play time.
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Keeping Kids Entertained During Long Road Trips
Grown-up gadgets designed for kids are a great way to occupy little hands during long trips.
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Is Your Mother A Queen Of Steam?
Does your mother have the passion for sewing and ironing shared by millions of other Americans?
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Simple Solutions For Do-It-Yourselfers
Updating your digs doesn't mean having to take out a second mortgage or spending months with your home turned upside down.
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Well-Known Problem Solver Gets "Smart"
A 55-year-old product with thousands of uses is getting a major face-lift to make it an even more useful and time-saving tool for consumers and trade professionals.
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Wish I Had This When I Was In School
As students prepare to head back to school, there's the annual frenzy in the electronics section in every store across the U.S. as students equip themselves with the latest accessories and tools to get off to a good start.
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Looking Forward To Looking Good
Fun in the sun may add to your summer glow, but the sun, beach and pool can all have a negative impact on your beauty routine.
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A Free Way To Make Online Dating More Fun
While online dating has grown in popularity in recent years, some may be surprised to find there are ways to make the experience even more enjoyable. And they're free.
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Keeping Boat Insurance Afloat In The Off Season
Don't take a gamble on nothing bad happening.
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Drawing Inspiration From Disability
Increasingly, individuals with a physical disability are making a contribution on the job in community service and the arts. At the same time, they are helping to redefine what it means to be disabled.
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Virtual Worlds: Unique, Interactive Communities
Virtual worlds give people the opportunity to interact and explore, without leaving home.
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Fun And Fuel Efficient
Exceptional fuel efficiency means motorcycle owners don't have to fill up as often.
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Pay By The Day
Save money on the cell phone bill.
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Brainy Backpacks Bust Kids' Boredom
Parents who plan ahead--whether it's for a family road trip or the ride home from school--find they can actually look forward to some quality time in the car.
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Helping Moms Spend Quality Time With Children
There are ways that first-time moms can spend quality time with their youngsters while still managing to tend to their busy lives.
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Following The Planner: Four Easy Steps To A Happy And Healthy Play Date
By planning ahead, parents can make sure that kids (and grown-ups) have a fun time during play dates.
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Home Improvement How-Tos At Any Level
Expert know-how and tools to complete a project from start to finish with ease.
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Where Are All The Kids?
The next time you walk through the neighborhood, you might have a hard time finding a barefoot kid chasing down a toad, or building a tree fort in the woods.
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A Dream Back On Track
There's encouraging news for anyone who has multiple sclerosis. Medication makes it possible for patients to manage the debilitating disease and help regain control of their lives.
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Travel Tips From The Imaging Expert
Tips from photography experts to help you.
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The Art Of Storytelling
According to the Travel Industry Association, Americans make over 1 billion trips each year, the vast majority of these dedicated to leisurely pursuits.
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Protect Your Eyes When Doing Home Projects
What do a bungee cord, a pan of frying bacon and lawn-care chemicals have in common?
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Potty Training Can Be Fun And Engaging For Both Parent And Child
Talking to children about potty training and using toys and props can make them feel more at ease.
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Vacation Photos Go High-Def
If the right vacation picture is worth a thousand words, what's it worth in HD?
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Survey: Boating And Fishing Key To Satisfying Healthy Relationships
A growing number of people are taking the bait and reeling in the benefits of boating and fishing.
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For Safety's Sake, Dial 8-1-1 Before You Dig
An increase in gardening, construction and other outdoor activities can sometimes lead to an increase in the number of telecom cables that are cut each year.
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Video Games Bridge Generation Gap Between Fathers/Sons
Old-school gamers are now bonding with their kids over the latest video games.
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Housewife Invents New Internet Game
If you play games over the Internet, you have lots of company. Michelle Kaplan, for one.
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A Model Of Excitement
Building a model can be a great way to keep the mind sharp and the hands active.
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Plush "Pets" Straight From The Web
One of the most popular tween sites on the Web, Neopets, is a safe online destination where users can "adopt" virtual companions called "Neopets."
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Decorating Tips To Heat Up Your Summer
Now that the warm weather is here, it's time to expand your living space to include the great outdoors.
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Kids And Technology: Diversion Or Addiction?
Good news for parents and educators concerned that young people may spend too much time online.
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Playful Tips For Positive Parenting
Learning more about how children develop and grow can transform the ordinary tasks of parenthood into extraordinary moments. Here are a few playful tips.
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Mangamania
At first glance, the world of manga may seem mysterious, but two new books make it easier to understand and enjoy these illustrated comic books with their vivid action sequences and clipped dialogues.
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Look For Quality When Purchasing Pliers
Knowledgeable do-it-yourselfers say that a quality pair of pliers goes a long way toward getting a job done quickly and efficiently.
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Time For Togetherness
Weekends and vacations can offer many wonderful opportunities for quality family time without the distractions of busy weekday schedules. Here are some easy and inexpensive ideas.
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Even At 105, Harley-Davidson Continues To Attract New Riders
America is going "hog" wild in honor of a milestone anniversary.
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Street Rodders: Bring Your Cars
If you love cars, your motor will rev as more than 11,000 pre-1949 street rods fill the Kentucky Exposition Center.
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Transform Your "Junk" Drawer Into A "Utility" Drawer
Stocking a utility drawer with a few purposefully selected tools and household items can make the difference between dollars spent on the handyman and dollars saved in the bank.
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New Take On A Classic Card Game
Card players across the country are going "all in" for a unique twist on a familiar game.
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To Stretch Those Mental Muscles, Try A Crossword Puzzle!
Just as exercise keeps the body healthy and strong, the mind can also use rigorous training and practice to help people stay sharp.
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The Future Of Gaming May Already Be Sitting On Your Desk
If a video-gaming console has been at the top of your wish list, you have lots of company. Interestingly, people often forget that there's a good chance they already have the most popular gaming machine available sitting on their desk at home--the PC.
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Equipment Tips To Help Improve Your Golf Game
Fresh grips are proven to shave three to four strokes off a single round.
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Snap-Off Blades Provide Consistent Sharpness
For builders, contractors and do-it-yourselfers, a consistently sharp cutting edge on utility knives is the key to getting any project done quickly and efficiently and with the least amount of interruption for dismantling cutters to change dull blades.
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Postage Gets Personal
The postage on the next letter you send could say almost as much as what's inside the envelope.
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Women Taking More Time Out Online
Kids and tweens may be the groups most associated with spending all their time online, but the truth is they are hardly the biggest or most engaged users.
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Pen Spinning Comes To America
If you haven't heard about the newest and hottest craze of Pen Spinning, you're probably wondering what it's all about.
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Energizing The Kids
Model building can be a terrific way to develop a child's creativity.
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Time To Play
Research shows that children who play with adults demonstrate greater creativity and problemsolving skills.
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Childhood Is Calling
Moms and dads can help their kids enjoy the magic of childhood with a few simple pointers.
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How To Add Classic Warmth To Any Room
For many homeowners, the most natural way to turn an ordinary space into an extraordinarily warm and inviting room is to use the inherent beauty of wood.
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Books and Authors Creates Bookshelf Of Dreams
For many booklovers, the volume of titles flying off the presses every year inspires awe--and also some small degree of alarm.
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How To Make Your Old Clothes New Again
Everything in your closet is recyclable.
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How To Make Your Old Clothes New Again
Everything in your closet is recyclable.
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