Eyeclops night vision binoculars are proving to be popular gift choice this Christmas, especially for the 8-15 age group. They use infrared technology to make it possible to see clearly up to 50 feet in the dark.
These binoculars are much more affordable than military grade night vision equipment, and make it possible for anyone to experience the ability to see in the dark. It's an exciting experience for older children.
Product Description
Infrared Stealth Binoculars
See in Absolute Darkness Up To 50 Feet
Find out what goes on after the lights go out with the Eyeclops Night Vision 2.0 Infrared Stealth Binoculars. Featuring real infrared night vision technology, these binoculars allow you to see up to 50 feet in total darkness. Kids eight years and older will love switching the binoculars to spy mode for covert operations, or using the long-range mode for peripheral surveillance. With a high contrast dual-eye LCD display and an adjustable focus, the Eyeclops binoculars provide a clear window to a never-before-seen world. Night Vision 2.0 Infrared Stealth Binoculars Ages: 8+ Requires: 5 "AA" batteries (not included) Adult assistance with battery installation What We Think Fun factor: Durability: Educational factor: Novelty factor: The Good: Binoculars with night vision let you view objects in the dark up to 50 feet away. The Challenging: Small field of vision makes it dangerous to walk or run while using binoculars. In a Nutshell: Lightweight design and easy-to-use features make advanced infrared technology accessible to kids. With a 50-foot range, these night-vision goggles allow you to see what happens in the dark. View larger. Two modes of vision allow you to choose stealth or distance, depending on the situation. View larger. Binoculars with Real Infrared Technology Step into the backyard after dark with these infrared binoculars and you'll see a nighttime world, brilliantly illuminated. The real working infrared technology will surprise kids with its ability to bring a perfectly dark environment into clear, bright focus. With a range of up to 50 feet, the high contrast dual-eye LCD display provides an amazingly clear picture of what goes on in the dark. Designed for covert operations, the binoculars feature action detailing and black coloration that lets kids operate under the radar. The dual display provides clear images that can be seen with both eyes, and the form-fitting eyepiece with eye-width adjustment ensures a comfortable fit. A black neck strap makes sure that the binoculars won't fall or get lost in the middle of the night. Long Range Mode vs. Stealth Mode The Eyeclops features four different modes for different types of operations. Stealth Mode makes you utterly invisible by removing the light that is emitted by the binoculars. Long-range mode helps you focus on people or objects that are as far as 50 feet away. Both Spy mode and Military mode alter your field of vision to simulate the effect of using real infrared binoculars. Lovers of the outdoors will be delighted to find that the infrared light illuminates tiny insects and the reflective surfaces of animals' eyes. While the binoculars make it a cinch to see in the dark, the relatively small field of vision makes it dangerous to run while looking through them. Adult supervision is recommended for safe play, and for the installation of the Eyeclops' five "AA" batteries (not included). What's in the Box Eyeclops night vision binoculars with neck strap, and instruction manual. The comfortable neckband allows you to see in the dark with your hands free -- perfect for spying!
Of all the movie versions made of the classic Christmas story A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, the 1951 production starring Alastair Sim as Scrooge stands out as an exceptional movie.
It remains one of their best loved Christmas movies all these years later.
If you are wondering what might be a good movie to show family and friends at home on a winter's night this Christmas, look no further. You will not be disappointed with this wonderfully acted portrayal of the popular characters in this enduring story about the meaning of Christmas.
This is the desert-island choice of the many versions of A Christmas Carol, with a magnificent, full-bodied portrayal of Ebenezer Scrooge by Alastair Sim that leaves everyone else in the dust. Lean and direct, this film's version of the story wastes no time trying to impress viewers with the magical nature of the spirits' visitations. Director Brian Desmond Hurst keeps the focus on Scrooge's life story, beautifully simplifying and underscoring the theme of lost women with a haunting musical refrain from the folk song "Barbara Allen." Sim's commitment to the role is at times astonishing; his Scrooge's Christmas-morning ecstasy is a marvel of giddy technique. Watch for Patrick Macnee (Steed in The Avengers) as the young Jacob Marley--the actor made his screen debut in this 1951 production. --Tom Keogh On the DVD This ultimate collectors' edition is crammed with special features, on both discs. Amazon exclusive video: George Cole, who played theyoung Ebenezer Scrooge, reflects.Watch here Find out what's new on this restored version of A Christmas Carol. Watch here Never-before-seen U.S. andU.K. trailers. Watch here Film (and Charles Dickens) fans won't want to miss a single screen. The audio commentary by Marcus Hearn and George Cole adds depth and perspective to Sim's amazing performance, and the groundbreaking special effects for the time. Cole also gives a homey remembrance of working with Sim during World War II and living in the English countryside to avoid the Blitz. One of the most compelling extras is a short bio of George Mintner, the film's executive producer who would go on to found his own successful distribution company, Renown Pictures. An unlikely film mogul, the British Mintner was shy and bookish, but managed to build a reputable mini-studio in the '50s, out of the Hollywood limelight. He produced mostly B-movies, though after A Christmas Carol (originally titled Scrooge), he produced another Dickens adaptation, The Pickwick Papers. There's a great mini-bio of Dickens, who grew up in the poverty that later fascinated him in his writings. Other extras include the colorized version (what were people thinking back in the '80s?), cast bios, original trailers, and a features that more film companies might want to consider, an optional narration for the blind. Nothing is left out for film fans--God bless us, every one.--A.T. Hurley Beyond A Christmas Carol 1938 version starring Reginald Owen 1984 version starring George C. Scott 1999 version starring Patrick Stewart Stills from A Christmas Carol
The Neiman Marcus Christmas Book is an annual institution, stuffed full of Christmas gift ideas. As usual, the suggestions include some far out fantasy gift suggestions, for those who have survived the recession with no money worries.
See some of these extreme giving ideas in this video - my favorite in extravagance is the cup cake cars! Even if I had the money I have no idea who I could give them to, and still remain friends.
When putting on a Christmas pageant nativity play one of the most important things to do is to arrange costumes for the players. You will need costumes for the leading roles, especially Mary, Joseph and the Three Wise Men. Other players also need costumes, such as shepherds, angels and perhaps (if you include them) King Herod and his soldiers.
You can buy children's Nativity costumes and similar ready-made biblical costumes for adults. This saves time and trouble but incurs an expense. Simple biblical costumes are not difficult to make, but it does help to start with a sewing pattern.
Here are some sources of suitable low-cost biblical costume patterns. With these patterns anybody with sewing skills could soon prepare the costumes needed to put on a nativity play.
A modern version of marbles, Bakugan Battle Brawlers are spheres rather like marbles that players roll onto a board. The board is magnetic and the spheres open up to become various kinds of monsters when they land. The scores depend on the G-Force of the Bakugan and where it lands.
The game is derived from a children's TV program, and is exciting to play and very popular with both boys and girls, especially in the 5-12 age group.
Some Bakugan are more are desirable to own than others, and, of course, you need a board to play.
A starter set is a good gift to start out with, but children who already have a set may very much appreciate an expansion pack or more individual Bakugan to add to their collection. There are also launchers and other accessories available.
Maxus Helios is a combination of 7 Bakugan that unite to form the ultimate monster. All the Bakugan that compose Maxus Dragonoid can also be used individually in the game. 7 Bakugan unite into 1. Color combination and G Power will vary when shipped.
What is Bakugan? Bakugan is a 2 player strategy game based on Cartoon Network's television series, Bakugan Battle Brawlers. Bakugan Brawlers are action figure warriors that are tucked into spheres and pop open when they're rolled onto a Gate card. Each player has a team of 3 Bakugan and each is trying to be the first to capture 3 Gate cards.
With Christmas approaching, Christian families will want to include a reminder of the Christian origins of Christmas somewhere in their celebrations.
To this end, the Christmas nativity story is traditionally retold as part of Christmas activities. Church and other Christian groups will often put on a Christmas pageant or play to portray the story.
A more modern alternative is to sit down and watch a movie telling the Christmas nativity story. This is also a more convenient option for many families.
The 2006 version of The Nativity Story stands out as a well made movie that keeps the traditional story pretty much intact. It stars Keisha Castle-Hughes as Mary and Oscar Isaac as Joseph. The movie covers the full story including the dramatic tension in the background of the attempts by King Herod to find and destroy the baby Jesus, including depicting the massacre of the innocents at Bethlehem that he ordered. The violence in the movie is bloodless and it is rated PG. It is intended for family viewing with parental guidance, though perhaps it is a little frightening in places and so not well suited for very young children.
In addition to showing the DVD to your own family, you might consider it to be a suitable Christmas gift to give to family and friends with whom you would like to share the Christmas story.
Are you looking for interesting little odds and ends to add as stocking stuffers to round out your Christmas gift buying? Have a look at some of the low cost Christmas gift ideas below. There is still time if you act promptly.
There are also some great ideas for small gifts. When you have a large number of friends and family coming over its fun to give a little something to everyone, without having to break the bank.
what a great double surprise ... mystery matchbox cars hidden inside a Christmas stocking..... what will it be? A car? That rare hard to find Matchbox you have been looking for for months? Who knows!!! You will have to open it up and see!!!! These make a great socking suffer double surprise !!! Two stockings and two cars enclosed.....Ages 3 + recommended.
Celebrate the holidays with your favorite Star Wars characters! This miniature figure collection features Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker and a Shock Trooper from the Star Wars saga. But instead of intergalactic weapons, theyre wielding holiday-themed goodies! Who knew Obi-Wan could get into the holiday spirit? So, grab your lightsaber, fire up your X-wing engines, and blast into hyperdrive fun with these holiday editions of the greatest Galactic Heroes of all time!
The Nintendo Wii game system is not exactly hot off the production line - it has been around for a while - but its right up there among the most popular Christmas gifts for teens this year, boys and girls.
You can buy the main game console new, or consider buying second hand, off eBay, for example. There are loads of optional extras you can buy as gifts if your teen already has the main Wii console, like a Wii Remote Controller
Whether your family already has a Nintendo Wii gaming system or not, there are sure to be popular gift ideas for teens to be found when you start searching for anything to do with this top gaming system.
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Spending money on gifts at Christmas time can be a trial for some. Each year we have a long list of people we wish to give to, but we often have to be realistic about how much we spend. If you have children, you often spend a majority of your budget on what you want to get for them, and that means cutting down when buying for others. For some, you might have to get them a cheap Christmas gift, which you probably think is better than getting them nothing at all. Luckily, cheap only has to apply to price, not quality.
If you want to find a gift that is of quality, but might not be too expensive, you should start looking all throughout the year for ideas. This has worked well for me. I can find great stuff, but when you look at the price I paid, you might think I have gotten a cheap Christmas gift. In reality, I have just been smart about shopping. I always check through clearance aisles for things that have not sold, but that I know someone in my family would appreciate. I store them in my closet and then pull them out for the holidays. I save a lot of money on some great gifts this way.
You can also search online for a cheap Christmas gift at any time of the year. All sites have specials and sales. If you have an idea of what you might like to get someone, keep an eye on a few different sites to see what they have going on. If they have an email list about sales and specials, this might be the time to sign up for them. When you find what you need on sale, you have saved money. And because you have shopped early, it will be something that doesn't have to come out of what you have saved to buy gifts at the end of the year.
You can also think about sites like eBay when thinking of a cheap Christmas gift. You can find new items at a great discount this way, and you can save money. Even though you probably have shipping costs to contend with, you also have saved time and gas because you didn't have to search for the bargain in the stores. Be sure to look early so your things arrive on time, and do pay attention to the amount of the shipping costs. Some people inflate them to make up for the discounts they offer, and you won't save if that is the case. There are great bargains all over the Internet, you just have to find them.
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