Marky Sparky strikes again with the Blast Pad Advance.  This advanced missile launch system is guaranteed to keep your children and their friends entertained.  The ultra lite but durable smart missiles can shoot up to unbelievable heights.   The Blast Pad’s flex launch tube won’t kink and restrict airflow, so your child will enjoy long range projections without any hitches.  Just jump on the launch pad and experience blast off.   The Blast Pad Advance is easy to store.  Priced at an affordable $23, the Blast Pad Advance should be on the top of your holiday must-have list.  It’s a great purchase for children ages 8 and up.

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If you’re in the market for the ultimate in kids’ spy gear, then look no further.  The Spy Video Trakr by Spy Gear will take your missions to the next level with a high tech video RC.  With this device, your little spies can see in the dark, map out select paths, and have the precise vision of a robotic eye.  Your children can customize their own apps and share them with their fellow spies, or they can download some for free on spytrackr.com.  Make your child’s holiday special with the Spy Video Trakr.  It retails for $62.99.

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The Faux Bow by Marky Sparky has the coolest design feature of any foam-shooting toy on the market.  Created by the inventor of the original Nerf Bow, the Faux Bow can shoot over 100 feet.  The finger grip and the slip roller allow lightning fast releases and greater shooting distance.   Your children will be delighted to have a real archery experience while they indulge in endless hours of target practice.  The Faux Bow includes three foam arrows and is intended for children ages 8 and up.  At $27.99, the Faux Bow is the perfect gift for the holidays.

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Nothing is more enjoyable than playing darts.  It’s one of my children’s favorite obsessions.  Doink it Darts by Marky Sparky Toys can provide your kids with hours of target practice play.  Just aim for the bullseye, and the well-designed Rare Earth magnet darts will do the rest.  It is the best magnet dart set on the planet!  My son Arshad got this fantastic game for his recent birthday.  He and his siblings can’t stop playing with it.  From morning to night, your children will indulge in this fun pastime.  You’ll get your money’s worth out of this $21 toy genius find.  Additional darts can be purchased separately for $10.

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Are you ready to rock this divafied Foldover Clutch in an exotic snake skin print designed by America’s favorite retailer Ann Taylor?  I know I am.  Okay, I must confess that I am a made-for-accessories girl.  Bags, shoes, and belts are my weaknesses.  You could put me in the same outfit everyday but with different accessories, and I will feel like a million bucks.  And with this show-stopping, sleek, sophisticated Ann Taylor clutch, I’ll be sure to turn some heads.  The Foldover Clutch has interior zippered compartments so that you can keep all of your essentials organized.  At $138, this one of a kind clutch purse is priced to sell.  Splurge and pair it up with the Exotic Perfect Skinny Belt, which retails for $38, and you will be in style this fall and many seasons to come.  Visit an Ann Taylor store near you and fall in love with this mom’s timeless must-have.

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The Portable Ping Pong Set by Uncommon Goods is my best family summer find.  You can take this ping pong set anywhere.  All you need is a good size table. There is no need to clamp down the net and potentially leave scratches on your table.  Simply roll out the net, which extends up to 6 feet long, and start playing.  Your family will enjoy many hours of fun with the Portable Ping Pong Set.  Please note that the adjustable paddles are hallow, but that actually makes the paddles safer for young children, who might walk too close during an intensely competitive match.  At $40,  the Portable Ping Pong set is the perfect summer must-have.  The set comes with two paddles and two balls.

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If you love grilling, then the Bodum Fyrkat Grill will be your perfect summer companion.  The fiery orange enameled compact grill is not only stylish but also efficient.   The Bodum is equipped with a generous 13.4″ grill grate, which helps when you are hosting a large party.  So go ahead and put on whole fish, burgers, hot dogs, steaks, and more.  The Bodum Grill also comes with a handy stay-cool red silicone grip, lid clips, and a vented top plate, all of which make it a breeze to travel with the Bodum Fyrkat Grill to your next picnic or camping trip.  If you have limited outdoor space, the Bodum is your ideal grilling solution.  It’s perfect for those summer terrace parties.  The Bodum’s sturdy contoured steel base can rest securely on any surface.  The Bodum Grill is available at Crate&Barrel for $49.95.

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With summer right around the corner, it’s time to prepare for those long car trips with the kids.  If you’re like me, you dread hearing the countless Are we there yet?’s.  I have found the perfect solution to your brutally long family road trips:  Brain Quest’s Q&A card deck.  This Q&A card game provides hours of fun and educational learning for children ages 2-12.  Test your child’s knowledge in Math, Reading, Geography, and other subjects .  Your road trip won’t seem as long.  For only $10.95, you can build your little ones’ knowledge and keep your sanity.   Purchase America’s #1 best educational seller that makes learning fun today!

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Get ready to take a walk on the wild side!  If you love animal print, Chico’s Zebra Zest Zyna Jacket is your perfect answer.  This structured silhouette jacket is sassy, hot, and flirtatious.   It’s honeycomb weave fabric gives it a distinct texture.  The fabric-covered buttons set in metal add to the Zebra Zest Zyna’s exquisite details.  You can’t afford to pass up this lightweight summer jacket, which is made of 98% cotton and 2% spandex.  Priced at a reduced $76.30, this bold stylish summer jacket won’t last.  Go online or visit your local Chico’s store.  You won’t regret buying this hot summer must-have.

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This one is for the dads, but moms will like it too.  Does that special man in your life enjoy barbecuing?  And is he proud of his college alma mater?  Why not combine both of his passions with the College Barbecue Branding Iron from Horchow.  This sturdy branding iron is perfect for searing your college emblem into steaks and chops, patties, tortillas, potatoes, pie crusts, and more.  The stainless steel brander, which has a handle with your team colors and logo, is available for over 40 colleges across the U.S.  At an affordable $35, let your signature college logo be the talk of your summer barbecues.  With Father’s Day approaching, consider the College Barbecue Branding Iron as the ultimate gift for that special grilling man in your life.  He’ll be pleasantly surprised!

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