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Monthly Archive for December, 2009

Zhu Zhu Pet Hamsters Additions

Zhu Zhu pet hamsters are interactive pet toys that are proving to be one of the biggest hits among the toys on offer this Christmas.

There are four more hamsters now available: Winkie, Scoodles, Jilly and Nugget.

Winkie is black and white, Scoodles is a dark brown color, Jilly is a gorgeous pink and then there is orange colored Nugget:

Zhu Zhu Hamsters Special Collector 4 Pack with Nugget, Scoodles, Jilly and Winkie Zhu Zhu Hamsters Special Collector 4 Pack with Nugget, Scoodles, Jilly and Winkie
List Price: $35.99
Sale Price: $54.84

4-Pack Includes: Nugget, Scoodles, Jilly and Winkie.

Eyeclops Night Vision Binoculars

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.

EyeClops Night Vision Infared Stealth Binoculars EyeClops Night Vision Infared Stealth Binoculars
List Price: $69.99
Sale Price: $50.11

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!

A Christmas Carol Classic DVD

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.

A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Edition)(B/W & Color) A Christmas Carol (Ultimate Collector's Edition)(B/W & Color)
List Price: $19.99
Sale Price: $11.00
Used From: $7.23

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

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