Modern Toy and Game: Bakugan

Modern Toys and Game: Bakugan
By; SmartWeb

Bakugan Battle Brawlers and also known shortly as Bakugan is a Japanese anime television series produced by TMS Entertainment and Japan Vistec under the direction of Mitsuo Hashimoto. At its root called as Bakugan Batoru Burōrāzu. The story centers on the lives of creatures called Bakugan and the battle brawlers who possess them.

In an alternate dimension of Earth known as Vestroia a community of creatures known as Bakugan live in relative harmony. However, as the series opens, an evil Bakugan, Naga, decides to take a power relic, known as the Silent Core, from the rest of society and assimilate the core into himself to make him stronger and a ruler over the Bakugans. The negative energy of the Silent Core is too much for Naga to handle and it explodes. This explosion causes the Infinity Core to be shot into earth. These Silent and Infinite Cores must be found and brought back together in order to restore balance to Vestroia and allow the Bakugan to live in peace.
Many people in the human world began to find random metallic cards falling from the sky. The cards showed a Bakugan, the Bakugans traits and their environment. Children throughout the world began playing games with these cards which would spawn real events in the Vestroia dimension.
The series protagonist, Dan Kuso, became quite skilled in the game of Bakugan. Dan along with his friends Shun, Runo, Marucho, Julie, and Alice form a group called the Bakugan Battle Brawlers. Together they use and learn about the Bakugan including the alternate dimension of reality they come from, Vestroia, and many of the Bakugan's individual abilities.
This soon leads the group to help in the fight to save Vestroia against the antagonists Masquerade, Hal-G, and the Bakugan Naga. Ultimately the Bakugan Battle Brawlers are in a race against these antagonists to get the Silent and Infinite Cores, and reunite them to bring balance back to Vestroia.
As the original 52 episodes come towards an end Naga and Hal-G launch a massive assault on the Battle Brawlers home city to find and locate Wavern, the Bakugan in possession of the Infinity Core. In the end, a powerful and good Bakugan. Drago, distories Wavern to make sure that the Infinity Core does not fall into the hands of Naga. Drago then absorbs the Infinity Core and becomes the ultimate Bakugan with no attribute limits. He and Dan battle Hal-G and Naga in a final battle, but Drago is injured in an attack from Naga's defensive Bakugan.
The other Battle Brawlers soon join in the fight with their own Bakugan to help Drago finish off the defensive Bakugan and ultimately Naga. In the end, Naga is destroyed, and the Silent Core is absorbed by Drago. As this happens all of the Bakugan in the human dimension must return to Vestroia. The series ends with Dan taking Runo on a date a couple of months after the final battle. As he is walking he looks to the sky and sees an image of Drago which tells him,"I'll never forget you, my friend"
In February 2009 Digital Blue announced a new line of Bakugan branded electronics for the 7-11 age group. Products include branded digital cameras, alarm clocks and other electronics.
The story of the Bakugan could inspire a hero spirit, ambitious, curious, work hard. Although, parents have to guide their kids while playing or watching Bakugan.

Baby and Educational Toys

Baby and Educational Toys
By: Michelle W

The days of the Lincoln Log and the Slinky have gone by the wayside. Move over Radio Flyer Wagons and butt out Easy-Bake Oven. Now children are building with 100 piece block sets and talking on toy cell-phones. They are driving around in pedal cars and cooking pretend food in full scale dream kitchens. Times have changed and most parents are embracing that change. Children are being entertained at a higher level than ever before. But, finding the right toy to stimulate the child isn’t always easy. Don’t fret; there are several different types of toy to buy your child.

Children are attending pre-schools as young as three years old. It is no surprise that one of the top toy markets is the educational toy market. While most parents tend to think of toys as entertainment, purchasing an educational toy can be both fun and beneficial to the child. From infant to toddler, the educational niche has it all. There are play centers, some of which sell for as little as $15, designed to help with memory and hand-eye coordination. Toys will often light up and have the child press or pull different buttons and levers. Some will give the child a foundation in music and mathematics, all the while entertaining and educating.

Toy purchases often have to fit in with a budget. There are several types of toys that can fit both the budget and the entertainment category. Many toy companies will manufacture toys such as push toys and mobiles for as little as $8.00. Plastic toys are now being manufactured to fit a parent’s budget. Talking cell-phones can be picked up for as little as $11.00 and the entertainment they will provide the child will be unmatched. Some of the old standards, however, still reign supreme. Plush toys of the children’s favorite characters are still as popular as ever. These toys, varying in size, can be picked up for a relatively cheap cost. Depending on size, the plush toys can range from $15 to over $100.

Infant and toddler toys come in a variety of forms. Infant toys are generally geared toward developing motor skills and hand-eye coordination. A popular infant toy usually has three factors: color, shape, and sound. Infant toys, for the most part, have different colors to help entertain the child. They often feature different faces. Some toys have levers to pull in order to make another lever carry out its function. Some of the infant toys feature sounds. For instance, animals will often make sounds and the child will have to pick the right animal. Some vanities even talk to your children to say how beautiful they look. Also, blocks are still popular among infants.

Toddler toys tend to veer towards imitation. Mega kitchens and microwaves, along with plastic food, are quite popular with toddlers. Children are entertained by imitating what they see mom and dad do. Picking out the right toy can be difficult. Is the child into imitating mom and dad or does he like to build? There are tons of different styles of blocks and puzzles to help ease his building needs. Pedal cars are popular. Priced around $100, pedal cars are perfect for the driveway or backyard. For children with flourishing imaginations there are many toys on the market. Puppet theatres for creating masterpiece theatre are reasonably priced and provide an outlet for the imagination. Children’s tool sets are also popular. Children will be able to imagine building the racecar of their dreams. There is no limit to the imagination and these toys only contribute to a child’s creativity.

Best Characteristic of Educational Toys

10 Things You Should Know Before Buying Educational Toys
By Michelle Andrews

Your young child's playtime is his first real learning experience, and toys can act as catalysts in your child's growth. The benefits of educational toys are many and varied, and by choosing the right toys, you create an environment that is fun and conducive to learning vital skills.

But currently it is hard to find what you need if you do not know what you are looking for. With a million toys on the market today, it is tough to pick out the best combinations of fun and learning. However, every beneficial toy should be fun, safe, and help the child develop and exercise some skill. When faced with so many choices, asking yourself some simple questions about your child's development can help you make the best selection.

The following is a list of characteristics you should look for in a good, educational toy:

1. Sensory attraction: How many senses will the toy occupy? Does it respond to and with lights, sounds, or movement? Is it colorful? Does it have a smell or a texture?

2. Activation method: Will the toy provide a challenge without frustrating your child? Will it be a fun and rewarding experience?

3. Self-expression: Will the toy allow your child to express himself, be creative, and make choices?

4. Success potential: How many "correct" ways are there to play with the toy? Can play be open-ended with no right or wrong responses? Will the toy adapt to your child's ability and style?

5. Ways of use: Can the toy be used in many different positions? Can it be used in different kinds of play?

6. Popularity: Is it a popular toy? Can it be tied-in with other media such as storybooks, television or movies?

7. Flexibility: Does it have adjustable volume, speed, and level of difficulty?

8. Opportunities for interaction: Does the toy provide a chance for you or other children to be involved? Will it build social skills?

9. Individuality and growth: Will the toy engage your child in activities that indicate the child's developmental age and growth? Does it reflect the child's interests?

10. Safety and durability: Is the toy durable, considering your child's age and strength? Is it safe?

So, giving your child the right toys will be benefit for all. Your child's play time is not only a time of fun and development for them, but can also be a great way for you to relax and enjoy your child's company. With educational toys, you can follow, supervise and direct your child's development, and find great thrill and amusement in their playtime activities.