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arm and a leg for good software programs for the family anymore. We
find great online deals for quality software, games, and toys for
kids and compile them here. Check this page often for the latest
offers, rebates, specials, discounts, and deals in
children's
software, video, DVD, video games, toys, and more. 
Toy clearance: Toys Outlet
and Toys Saving Event at Amazon.com.
Many children's software
titles are on sale at Amazon.
Amazon: One
of our favorite one-stop online stores is our affiliate Amazon.com
-- we have added links to their store throughout the site. Below are
some of their better software bargains (not all of their low-priced
software is worthwhile):
You can browse through Amazon's
Kids and Family Software
virtual shelves.
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Our Favorite
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 Finding Nemo:
Nemo's Underwater World of Fun
This software
package doesn't include games
that are ground-breaking or anything of the sort, but the program
is very enjoyable. Beautiful music and entertaining sequences help
spruce up the fun in this game that is better for kids ages
5-8. Children earn movie clips and other rewards as they
play, and they solve simple puzzles. Dory hosts two activities,
both of which are memory games! Of course, the forgetful fish
needs plenty of help from kids. Rating: B+ from Edutaining
Kids.
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 After
School Clubhouse 5th & 6th Grade
This new bundle
of previously released titles is an excellent deal for outstanding
products: ClueFinders Search & Solve Adventures, Liberty's Kids,
Where in the World is Carmen SanDiego?, and Rocket Power Extreme
Arcade. Exceptional Deal! Rating: A+ from Edutaining
Kids.
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I Spy Fantasy
The
trademark I Spy riddles and lush images come alive in I Spy
CD-ROMs, and this latest release, I Spy Fantasy, is
jam-packed with things to do and to see. Fortunately, the game is
as rich in educational value as it is rich with visual
stimuli. Replay value is high because of the fact that there
are three levels to the game. Completing the game the first time
takes many hours for most kids. Most will find the game compelling
enough that it begs to be played on the second and third level.
Gorgeous screens, pleasingly stumping riddles, and rich replayable
content set I Spy Fantasy apart. Highly recommended! Best for kids
ages 8-10 who enjoy problem-solving games. Rating:
A+ from Edutaining
Kids.
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Learn to Play Chess with Fritz & Chesster
Children's
software really needed a title like this one. Learn to Play Chess
with Fritz and Chesster is a tad slow-moving at times, but its
system is quite effective and the story very charming. Slowly but surely, kids learn the
basics of the game of chess as they follow Fritz and his cousin
Bianca through the castle grounds. What sets this title apart is its story line. Children don't
just jump in and learn chess. Instead, they follow an animated
adventure. Also, the mini-games and lessons are strong and,
oftentimes, quite clever. Playing chess requires a fair amount of
patience, and it exercises logical thinking skills. Kids need to
plan ahead as they play. This game offers kids opportunities to
pick up the basics as
well as a few strategies that will help them along the way. Rating:
A from Edutaining
Kids.
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 StarFlyers Alien Space Chase
Aimed at children in early
elementary, this program stars a courageous young girl who
sets out on imaginary adventures in outer space. Arcade-style
activities are included, but most games require some thinking
skills, incorporating sequencing, problem-solving, and spatial
relation skills. The story line is cute and the graphics are
cartoony. -- EdutainingKids.com On sale for 9.99.
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 StarFlyers Royal Jewel Rescue
"Aimed at children in early
elementary, this program stars a courageous young girl who
sets out on imaginary adventures in outer space. Arcade-style
activities are included, but most games require some thinking
skills, incorporating sequencing, problem-solving, and spatial
relation skills. The story line is cute and the graphics are
cartoony." -- EdutainingKids.com On sale for 9.99.
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Children's Videos and DVDs:
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Walmart Deals:
97 cent Shipping on select Toys at Walmart.com! Toys Clearance Savings at Wal-Mart
Rollbacks at Wal-Mart
or run a search:
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From Ebay:
Ebay is a great place to find deals, hard-to-find items, new and
used products, and so forth. Many sellers accept Paypal payments,
which means you can use a major credit card or your bank debit card safely. A fantastic new
option, called Buy It Now, is in place for many sales--this means
that if you prefer not to take part in an auction, there are plenty
of opportunities to simply buy products immediately (sellers set a
price). Run a search for a specific product on eBay (US) or
eBay.ca (Canada), such as
"Hamtaro", "Neopets" or "Beyblades" and
have a look at what turns up.
BookCloseouts.com
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Online Music for Kids and the Whole
Family
Listen to Music Online with 750,000+ Songs at your fingertips with RealRhapsody. 14 day free trial, then only $9.95 month
Child Astrology Report Free Sample
Get unique insight into your child's developing personality with your FREE Child's Personal Astrology Report from Astrology.com
-- A sample, or "teaser" report is offered here, of course with the
incentive to buy. However, no purchase is necessary and the sample is
interesting enough on its own.
Canadian shoppers: take a look at our Buy
in Canada page.
A huge variety of books, videos,
DVDs, music, and now software and video games is available at Amazon.ca:
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