I received the following product in exchange for writing a review. While I consider it a privilege to receive free products to review, my review is my honest opinion and thoughts of this product.
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Our Review
We received the Kids Steel-Cut Oat Bars in Cherry Flavor. There are twelve in a box and each bar is 1.41 oz. These bars, obviously, have oatmeal in them, which is an excellent source of natural fiber. Each bar is all natural with only 120-150 calories, 6-8 grahams of fiber and only 1-4 grams of fat. They are also Certified Kosher.
The individual bar is all-natural cherry-filled bars have three layers of fruity oatmeal mix. One side has a vanilla yogurt base, built up with a crunchy mix of soy crisps and steel-cut oats, and filled in with cherries.
We love these kinds of snacks and found these were very yummy. All of the children liked them. The only one to say they were only “ok” was my husband. How can I say this delicately, he tends to be more on the choosy side anyway.
My only question about the ingredient list is the fact that it lists “natural flavor”. That can hide a number of things. But other than that the rest of the ingredients look ok. They make a great kids snack.
I received the following product in exchange for writing a review. While I consider it a privilege to receive free products to review, my review is my honest opinion and thoughts of the product.
We featured these Disney products earlier in the week in our Back to School Product Guide for School Supplies Part 1,School Supplies Part 2 and Lunches Part 2. However, since we actually received these products we are also writing a review about them too.
These are the products that we received:
Disney Supply Kit this cute kit comes with a pencil sharpener, eraser, a small notebook (50 pages), pencil case, 3 folders, and 3 pencils. Designs are in Cars, Toy Story 3, Fairies, and Disney Princesses. ($12.50)
Disney Princess Lunch Tote make meal times a royal occasion with this Disney Princess Lunch Tote. Sleeping Beauty, Belle and Cinderella add lots of sparkle to this Disney Princess bag that will keep their food fresh happily ever after, well until lunchtime at least. (Regular $12.50 now on sale for $8.00!)
Personalized Disney Princess Backpack ($19.50) This adorable backpack is so cute for your little princess. It becomes even more royal when you personalize it with your little princesses name!
We also received some Disney character snack products – Fruit Crisps, Disney Phineas and Ferb Gummies, Belly Washers Apple Juice and a Cars Grape Juice.
Our Review
I think our daughter’s smile says it all, doesn’t it? You don’t know how much she has wanted a Princess backpack and when I was asked what I was interested in reviewing, I gave our PR rep two choices and after I had done so, wished I had just outright requested the Princess. Well, as Providence would have it, that is what she sent! Blondie was very pleased and excited. She’s outside playing right now with the backpack on her back. I am sure everything else is tucked inside too!
The backpack and lunch tote both seem very well made with thick material. Again, time will tell how long they last.
The pencil case in the Disney supply kit is made of a plastic material, so I am not sure if it will be easily punctured with pencil tips or not. I am hoping not because a little girl will be very disappointed! The other things in the supply kit – folders, eraser, pencils and notebook all seem to be of equal quality to the better quality items found on the back to school shelves.
The Disney snacks were tried by all of us and all were very yummy. Amazingly, most of these snack items were labeled “All Natural”, even the container of the grape juice was labeled BPA, Phthalates & PVC free. The apple juice contained no sugar or artificial flavors, same goes for the fruit crisps, which were freeze-dried pears. The only thing that is if-y is the gummies, as they are labeled naturally and artificially flavored and since we received an individual sample the ingredients were not included on its tiny package.
FYI:All of the Disney products the Backpack, lunch totes and pencil kits are executively sold at Disney Store and DisneyStore.com. They can’t be purchased anywhere else.
Overall, we were very pleased and happy with the Disney products we received.
I received the following product in exchange for writing a review. While I consider it a privilege to receive free products to review, my review is my honest opinion and thoughts of the product.
If you are shopping for kids footwear, you might want to consider Crocs for back to school. We featured the Keeley Crocs in our Back to School Guide earlier, but we also received a pair to review.
They are odor resistant, ergonomic, lightweight, comfortable, anti microbial, fun, active casual footwear. Available in sizes 4-13 and a variety of colors.
Retail $24.99
Our Review
We have never owned a pair of Crocs, so these shoes are new to us, even though we have heard about them. Our daughter was thrilled to receive her Keeley Crocs. They are pink – her favorite color and fit her perfectly. She said they are comfortable and easy to get on and off. She now chooses her Crocs first over her old shoes, which are also pink. More time is needed to see how long they hold up over time. They seem well made and sturdy enough. For now, they are a favorite at our house and we think they are very cute! 🙂
For more information on additional styles and colors, please visit www.Crocs.com
1.) Charm Factory Charm Bracelet- We chose this company because we thought it was cool they have over 4,000 charms to choose from! You can pick the charms you want online pick a chain and they will make it for you! You can pick as many charms as you want. With charms from animals, to sports, to fashion accessories! These would be perfect for any fashion loving young woman. They have a variety of prices.
Almost every product is made in the USA. They are a green company and all their charms are nickel and lead free. Charm Factory products do not contain cadmium. The jump rings attached to pewter charms do contain a small amount of nickel.
2.) Big Skinny Wallets- These wallets are designed to be a smaller wallet making them perfect for High School and college students. Their products are water resistant and they are green certified.There are a variety of prices but we like the Leather Hybrid Trixie Tri-Fold Walletfor girls ($29.95) it comes in two colors red and black and the Super Skinny Bi-Fold Wallet for boys that comes in 4 colors black, brown, navy, and tan. ($24.95)
Girls Wallet:
Boys Walllet:
3.) Global Goods- Fabric Over The Shoulder Tote start a trend with this unique handmade Fabric Shoulder Bag! Stylish and comfortable enough for every-day use. This over the shoulder bag is made from repurposed traditional Thai fabric, giving it eco chic flair. Great for back to school!
4.) Dot Girl- The Dot Girl’s First Period Kit prepare your daughter for a positive first step into womanhood with The Dot Girl’s First Period Kit®, a stylish and discreet carrying case with all the essentials a girl needs for her first period. You can see what the kit comes with here as well as in the below picture. The kit comes in blue and pink and is ($22.99)
5.) five ACCESSORIES- Half moon Bag this cute and totally chic handbag is perfect for proms, nights out, shopping and oh, so much more! Eco-Friendly. Great for Prom purses. Their 1/2 moon clutch has a colorful flower on the front that gives it eco-style. Constructed out of bamboo and wood. Brown lining, inside pocket, metal clasp closure. Completely distinctive! ($35)
Check back tomorrow for our Back To School Product Guide 2010 Eco Friendly Feature!
1.) Olivia Joy Handbags- Rockstar ($98) This handbag is perfect for toting school supplies or everyday necessitates for a high school age girl or even a college student.
2.) Olivia Joy Handbags- Full Blood Ruffle Tote ($68) We liked this bag best, out of the three OJH. We thought that because the bag is black it will go with any outfit and any occasion. From parties, to math classes, to shopping with your friends.
3.) Olivia Joy Handbags- Studded Chic Cross Body ($58) This cute little bag is perfect for a evening out or even for just a day of shopping to get ready for school.
Just so you know……..
This company is so new that they don’t even have a website yet! But, you can go to Macy’s and ask about Olivia Joy Handbags. They are sold there. Their PR rep said that their website is OliveandJoy.com it should be up soon!.
4.) Hershey’s Kiss Jewelry- KISS Silver Small Pendant ($49) We thought this cute little pendant is a perfect back to school gift for a that fashion obsessed high school teen or the first time college student. This pendant is made of sterling silver with Rhodium plating. The Kiss measures 10MM in height by 4MM at the base. The Hershey’s Kiss Pendant includes a 16 inch with a 2 inch extension Rhodium plated chain.
5.) Handbag Heaven- Dakota Convertible Bag ($50.96) We liked that this bag was so big and perfect for school. The bag has a cute vintage look to it, and costumer reviews are saying that it’s nice and roomy!
6.) Handbag Heaven- Ripped Messenger Bag ($25.46) This cute little bag is a nice bag to use for school as well as for a casual look. If you like blue jeans you’ll love this purse!
This is the first of a three part series for fashion products
1.) Crocs- Crocs have a new kind of shoe out! It’s called a Croc Sneak. It is a really cool shoe. We like the Keely ($24.99) for girls and the Crocband Sneak ($34.99) for boys. We thought the colors where fun, and perfect for back to school! Available in sizes c6-j3.
2.) Is A Belt JR- The isABeltJr comes in fun and funky styles that lies completely flat making it virtually invisible under your garments. It is also great if you’re just looking to add a touch fun and funky design, style and color to your outfit. To be worn with jeans, pants, skirts, dresses, over leggings and more. This fun fashion accessory is fun and discreet way to wear your clothing. One Size- adjusts down to accommodate smaller sizes (2T -14 girls) and up to womens size 10. ($18.99) We are going to be doing a giveaway with them soon so check back!
3.) Bra Pocket- The Rack Trap this is such a cool way not to have to carry around a purse! The Rack Trap is an undetectable one-size-fits-all personal bra pocket that holds everyday essentials including license, cash and credit cards conveniently in your bra. How cool is that? So all of you high schoolers (and college students) who perhaps are athletic and don’t want to have to carry around a purse, but don’t want to get pick pocketed than this is a GREAT option. Although, it probably would not fit your cell-phone, it would fit your ipod and earplugs. Depending on the style the racktrap is $15.95 for a three pack or $7.95 for one.
4.) Go-Pillow Blanket for Preschoolers ($29.95) This blanket is not only a blanket but can be used for a cradler, nursing pillow with cover-up, changing surface, infant pillow with blanket, toddler travel pillow and more!
We have had alot of problems with pests in our garden lately so it has been kind of disappointing 🙁 However, our garden is doing great regardless of the pests. We enjoyed some yummy home grown organic sweet corn for lunch today. 🙂
I received the following product in exchange for writing a review. While I consider it a privilege to receive free products to review, my review is my honest opinion and thoughts of this product.
We featured Reduce Kids WaterWeek in our Back to School Product Guide, but since we actually received a Girls Set, we are also posting a review of this product.
WaterWeek™ offers the ONLY true solution to end the costly and wasteful purchasing of bottled water without giving up convenience. Just fill, chill & go!™
• BPA free
• 10oz capacity
• Saves consumers an average of $500 per year!
• Includes fridge tray that slides neatly into your fridge.
• Dishwasher and freezer safe.
• This size is perfect for school lunches.
Green Quality
Eco friendly bottles! WaterWeek™ makes it easy and economical for consumers to reduce the 25 million bottles being disposed everyday. Now you can save on kids lunches too!
Retail Price: $17.99 for a set of 5 eco friendly bottles.
Faith and Family Review
We really like the concept of the WaterWeek and see how it would benefit those attending public school each day. However, me have to be honest and tell you that we did not use them as they were designed. We allowed our younger children to choose a water bottle for their own and they even saved one out for the new baby to use next summer. 🙂
Love the holder for the refrigerator to keep them all in one place. The bottles are perfect for little hands. The caps are screw on, which the children haven’t had a problem with, but I have. I like the ones that are either like a straw or flip top so the children cannot easily spill the contents or lose the cover. That is my only negative though. When the covers are screwed on tightly, they do not leak.
The colors are bright and the designs fun.
Visit www.ReduceEveryDay.com for additional information about the company or to find out more about the other products they have to offer.
1.) Disney- This Disney Princess Aluminum Water Bottle is perfect for thirsty princesses when walking around the castle grounds. Belle, Cinderella and Aurora are pictured on this reusable sparkling princess water bottle that’s a colorful way to be green-friendly. ($8).
2.)Disney- Princess Lunch Tote make meal times a royal occasion with this Disney Princess Lunch Tote. Sleeping Beauty, Belle and Cinderella add lots of sparkle to this Disney Princess bag that will keep their food fresh happily ever after, well until lunchtime at least. (Regular $12.50 now on sale for $8.00!)
3.) Disney- Toy Story 3 Water Bottle little boys will love this cute water bottle! Perfect for thirsty space rangers, it’s Buzz Lightyear to the rescue with this Toy Story Aluminum Water Bottle. Buzz is joined by Woody and three space aliens on this handy reusable water container that is great for trips to infinity and beyond. ($10.50)
4.) Disney- Toy Story 3 Lunch Tote Add extra fun to lunchtime with our Toy Story 3 Lunch Tote. With Andy, Rex, Buzz, Lotso and more of your Toy Story friends along, lunch is always a great adventure! (Regular $12.50 now on sale for $8.00!)
5.) Disney- Cars Water Bottle drive your thirst away with this Disney Cars Aluminum Water Bottle. Lightning McQueen revs up this reusable Cars water bottle that’ll prevent you overheating on your visit to Radiator Springs, or wherever you’re going. ($8.50)
6.) Disney- Lightning McQueen Lunch Tote Clock up the fun at meal times with this Lightning McQueen Lunch Tote. They’ll speed excitedly to school with the Cars star along for the ride when they pack their lunch in this Lightning McQueen bag. (Regular $12.50 now on sale for $8.00!)
7.) Disney also has some yummy healthy food available at grocery stores everywhere.
FYI:All of the Disney products the Backpack, lunch totes and pencil kits are executively sold at Disney Store and DisneyStore.com. They can’t be purchased anywhere else.
Come back tomorrow to see our Back To School Product Guide 2010 Fashion Product Feature!
