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Celebrate Christmas With Pure Flix & The Best Movies + Giveaway

 The holiday season is here and it is the perfect time for a family movie night. This is the year to celebrate Christmas with Pure Flix! With 190 movies to inspire and encourage the whole family this season, you’ll experience the difference that positive entertainment can have.

Many thanks to Pure Flix for providing a sample of the product for this review. My opinions are 100% my own.

 The holiday season is here and it is a perfect time to take a break from all the typical holiday events. Take a break from shopping and holiday get-togethers with a family movie night. The Christmas season is a time for family and there is no better way to celebrate than by streaming faith-filled and family-centric movies. The best place to stream Christmas movies is Pure Flix. Pure Flix has the best movies for Christmas.

 You will love the variety of Christmas shows and faith-based movies on Pure Flix. This holiday season Pure Flix has 190 movies to inspire your celebration of Christmas. Pure Flix is your destination for the best Christmas movies. Discover movies and shows about miracles, romance, family fun, and much more when you celebrate Christmas with Pure Flix. New movies and shows are available every week, so make sure to sign up for Pure Flix emails to get the holiday updates.

Pure Flix has made celebrating Christmas even easier this year! Join Pure Flix each week to explore the new movies and themes that will enhance and illuminate your Christmas season!

 I love having a Pure Flix subscription as that means I can watch the best holiday movies. I recently had an opportunity to watch We Three Kings. This Christmas movie is based in the 1800s and tells the story of how this popular Christmas carol was written. It is a beautiful movie about how the hymn We Three Kings was introduced in a Christmas pageant with the help of an uncle and his nieces and nephew. 


We Three Kings synopsis: The Fay children can't wait for their Uncle Henry to arrive for Christmas. With the help of Uncle Henry's new song, "We Three Kings", the children learn truths about Jesus and the gifts that were given to Him.

  I remember singing the song We Three Kings, long ago, in school performances. Back then, not being a Christain, I really did not know much about the song other than the words. Since I did not attend church as a child, I certainly did not know who the three kings were or the meanings of the gifts that they brought to baby Jesus. The gifts that the three kings brought, gold, frankincense, and myrrh had little meaning to me as a young child. 

 Watching the movie We Three Kings with the family would help children understand more about the 3 gifts and why the kings gave them to baby Jesus. Even I learned more about each gift. I knew that frankincense and myrrh were perfumes but I learn that these fragrant perfumes were produced from the sap of trees.

Celebrate The Nativity with Pure Flix

Join Pure Flix the week of December 18 - 25 to Celebrate The Nativity. Pure Flix will have a wide variety of faith-based Christmas movies that focus on the Nativity. These movies will be great for the whole family and will help everyone learn more about why we celebrate Christmas. 

Check out the list of Nativity movies that can be streamed and viewed from Pure Flix

Exclusive, The Way 

We Three Kings 

Christmas with The Chosen: Messenger 

Christmas with The Chosen: The Shepherd

The Chosen Season 1 and Season 2 

The King: A Christmas Story 

My Son, My Savior 

Gospel of Luke 

Gospel of Matthew

Holy Moly Christmas 

Seeds Family Worship: Christmas 

Spark Story Bible Adventures   

VeggieTales: Merry Larry and the True Gift of Christmas 

VeggieTales: The Little Drummer Boy 

VeggieTales: The Star of Christmas


Pure Flix has made celebrating Christmas even easier this year with 190 titles total, 45 new-to-Pure Flix for 2022

 Now is the perfect time to subscribe to Pure Flix. This faith and family entertainment website will help your family celebrate Christmas with inspiration and encouragement all season long. 

Celebrate Christmas With Pure Flix

Pure Flix is your destination for the best Christmas movies! With 190 films and series, Pure Flix has the largest selection of Christmas movies streaming in 2022. The Pure Flix lineup of Christmas movies has the variety your family wants and the values you can trust. Discover the difference that positive entertainment can make in your home and Celebrate Christmas with Pure Flix!

You’ll get access to the largest variety of wholesome movies, series, and kids' content at one low price. Experience the difference that positive, encouraging entertainment can have in your home.

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Discover more at www.pureflix.com


Giveaway ~ 3-month Pure Flix subscription 

 Pure Flix is giving away one 3-month Pure Flix subscription to one lucky Mom Knows Best reader. The giveaway is limited to US winners only. The giveaway starts on December 16th, 2022, and ends on December 30th, 2022. To enter the giveaway ~ enter on the giveaway form below.

If you have won a Pure Flix subscription from this website or another website in the past 6 months, you can not enter this giveaway. 

Celebrate The Holidays With Teleflora

For many, Christmas Eve is the loneliest night of the year. Make someone in your life feel less alone this Christmas with a beautiful hand-arranged bouquet from Teleflora.

Sponsored by Teleflora and the #LoveOutLoud campaign

 The holiday season is supposed to be filled with joy and happiness. Christmas is a time for family and friends to come together. From parties to holiday celebrations, the month of December is a time for celebration. For some people, the holidays can be the loneliest time of the year. For many, Christmas is the loneliest night of the year. 

Take time to bring joy to those who may be alone for Christmas

This Christmas season, think of those who may be alone for the holidays and think of ways to bring joy to their life. There are so many ways that we can bring happiness to someone during the holiday season. Think of things that you and your family can do to include a friend or neighbor in your holiday celebrations. Simple things like baking someone cookies or inviting them to Christmas dinner can brighten up someone's day. If that someone special lives far away, send them a beautiful floral arrangement from Teleflora.

 Teleflora would like to share with you its new 2022 holiday campaign, “Leave No One Out This Holiday,” aimed to showcase the importance of believing in humanity and the power of a thoughtful gesture.

Teleflora has the best holiday campaigns that always include the best ads. Last year their ad campaign reminded us that being with loved ones is what’s most important. You can check the Nana - A Christmas Bouquet Story Here


 Teleflora’s latest campaign comes during a time when many people may be struggling with loss, loneliness, or harsh realities. The ad showcases a woman who is spending Christmas Eve alone. As the lady gets ready for bed she looks at family memories with a sad face. A knock on the door then brings joy to her as she is greeted with a beautiful Teleflora holiday bouquet, sent by her husband St. Nick (Santa Claus). She is immediately overwhelmed with happiness when she is reminded that someone special is thinking of her. 

Check out the new 2022 Teleflora holiday campaign

To help make this holiday season a little brighter for everyone, Teleflora, the world's leading floral delivery service, is highlighting the importance of believing in humanity and the immense power of a thoughtful gesture.

 We could all use a holiday miracle

 The last couple of years have been difficult for so many people. From a pandemic to a recession to a war abroad, the holiday spirit may be hard for many. So take the time to reach out to neighbors, friends, and family members to let them know that you are thinking of them. A small gesture of a phone call, a plate of homemade cookies, an invite to dinner, or a flower delivery can go a long way.  A thoughtful gesture can be the holiday gift we all need to make someone feel loved and cared about. 

Think about who you can give the gift of a holiday spirit to

 It is all too easy to get lost in the chaos of the holidays with shopping, decorating, and parties, that we forget the true meaning of the holiday season. The holiday season should be about spending time with others and spreading the love of Jesus. The lost and lonely people are the ones who need the gift of love. They need to know that someone cares about them.

This holiday campaign is an extension of Teleflora's overarching "Love Out Loud" brand platform, which launched during Christmas 2017. To share the holiday spirit with friends and family afar, Love Out Loud and surprise them with a unique Teleflora arrangement. Teleflora's best-selling Christmas lineup features beautifully curated arrangements always made by hand and delivered to your doorstep by a local florist. Each bouquet comes complete with a festive keepsake container that can be incorporated into home décor for years to come.

Check out these beautiful flower arrangements from Teleflora

Teleflora flowers are all made by hand and delivered to your doorstep by your local florist. Teleflora offers the personal touch, artistry, and expertise with fresh flowers that are delivered by people who care. These professional florists create artistic arrangements in vases that are keepsake containers that can be enjoyed for years to come. The flowers are personally delivered to doorsteps, and offices, often on the same day. 


 So take a moment to think about who you can share the holiday spirit with and select the best holiday floral arrangement to send to them. Teleflora has a huge selection of Christmas flowers and holiday arrangements to select from. 

Teleflora’s new holiday bouquets are now available at https://www.teleflora.com



6 Holiday Gift Ideas Under $50 For Gift Exchanges

 Looking for a holiday gift for a gift exchange that doesn't cost a whole lot? These holiday gift ideas are perfect for gift exchanging and are priced under $50. The best part ~ they can all be bought online.

Need a gift for an office gift exchange or a gift exchange with friends? How about a gift for that last-minute present for when someone unexpectedly gives you a gift? You have come to the right place. I have a list of several gift ideas that are perfect for presents for friends, co-workers, relatives, and more.

You will love the price point of many of these gift suggestions as they are priced under $50 with many of them under $25. These are not your standard gifts for gift exchanging like a tin of popcorn or a box of chocolate. These are unique gifts that have a wow factor and are gifts that people will love. These are holiday gifts that I would love to receive. So take a look at the list of gifts and get shopping.

Holiday Gift Ideas Under $50 

1. Essential Oil Collections

 Aromatherapy is beneficial to almost anyone and essential oils make great gifts. What I like about these collections of essential oils, is the oils can be used without an essential oil diffuser. The small bottles of essential oils come in a set of three essential oils and include mini wool balls to put the fragrant oils on. So the recipient of the gift can enjoy the benefits of the oils almost anywhere. The boxes that the aromatherapy oils come in are so easy to wrap.


The Kokokahn Essential Oils are oils that support daily life and have health benefits. The Wellness Collection supports support stress, sleep, and breathing. While the Winter Collection has holiday aromas to support health during the winter months. The essential oils can be used in a diffuser, on bedsheets, in the shower, or on the included wool balls. 

2. Sofa Stud

This gift is a very useful gift that anyone who has a sofa or couch will enjoy. It is a where has this item been all my life? Your friends will love the gift of a drink holder so they can enjoy their favorite beverage while relaxing and not have to worry about it spilling. 


The Sofa Stud is a nifty gadget uses the space between your cushions for stability to keep your drink from spilling. It's a great gift for couch potatoes! The original Sofa Stud and the Mugworthy Sofa Stud are super convenient cup holders that keep your drink within reach while preventing spills. Each 'Stud' has a slim paddle on the end that slides between couch cushions and the broad base hold regular-sized cups, cans, mugs, and bottles. No more watermarks on the coffee table, leaning up to get your drink, or cold hands from holding a cup!

3. Bracelet Hair Ties

 The perfect gift for friends with long hair. These adorable hair ties are multi-purpose. They can be worn as a pretty bracelet and when the need arises, they can be used as a hair tie. It allows one to pull their hair back anytime. They are perfect for after-work gym visits.


 Why do hair ties seem to vanish whenever we need one? Here’s a way to keep them close by. Maya J Jewelry transforms a trendy bracelet into a hair tie. These fashionable jewelry accessories are perfect for holiday gifts and stocking stuffers. It’s an item that everyone is sure to love, keep, and actually use. The hair ties are on a beautiful card with three designs. Maya J Jewelry is also an Oprah Favorite Things brand!

4. Whoa Dough Plant-Based & Gluten-Free Cookie Dough

 Food is always the perfect last-minute gift as everyone likes to eat. Now you can give a delicious gift that can even be enjoyed by those who have food allergies and food sensitivities. These delicious cookie dough snack bars are free of most allergens and taste like real cookie dough. Since they contain no egg, they are a safe way to enjoy cookie dough.


Whoa Dough Cookie Dough bars taste just like homemade cookie dough. These delicious bars are Certified Gluten-Free, Vegan, Dairy-Free, Soy-Free, Egg-Free, OU Kosher, and Non-GMO Project Verified. The bars contain a number of allergy-friendly ingredients, like whole-grain oat flour and chickpea flour. Whoa Dough cookie dough bars have a shelf-life of six months and can be eaten at room temperature or chilled. The Whoa Dough variety pack (6 bars) comes with a bar of every flavor: Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, Peanut Butter, Sprinkle Sugar, Sugar Cookie, and Brownie Batter.

5. Gear Hugger Multipurpose Lubricant 

 This unique container of multipurpose lubricant may seem like an odd thing to give as a gift but it is a useful gift that will come in handy in so many different ways. Everyone has items that need lubrication. From squeaky door hinges to bike chains and even exercise equipment, this plant-based multipurpose lubricant is an essential tool for the home.


 Gear Hugger Multipurpose Lubricant is a plant-based, non-toxic, multi-purpose lubricant that is eco-friendly and safe to be used around kids and pets. No longer do you have to breathe in toxic fumes when lubricating items around the home. This all-in-one spray works as a lubricant, degreaser, corrosion inhibitor, moisture barrier, and antirust spray. It is perfect for squeaky doors, drawers, rusty hinges, plumbing joints, treadmills, small electronics, outdoor furniture, garage door lubricant, bike chains, brake grease, camping gear, lawnmowers, tools, parts, mechanics, and more.

6. Death Wish Coffee

 Gourmet coffee is a great gift for those who enjoy coffee. I bet you have plenty of friends who would enjoy receiving a bag of coffee as a gift in a gift exchange. Especially the world's strongest coffee.


 Death Wish Coffee is not your basic brew of coffee. It is coffee that is made from the highest-quality arabica + robusta beans and roasted to bold, never-bitter perfection. This delicious brew of gourmet coffee has the title of the World's Strongest Coffee. One sip and you will agree that this is a bold coffee that is perfect for gift-giving. Even the coffee packaging is cool. Buy several bags of Death Wish Coffee so you will have plenty for gifts and for yourself to enjoy.

The Best Holiday Gifts For Almost Everyone On Your List 

So make sure to take a good look at all the gifts and start your holiday shopping. So many of these gift suggestions will be perfect to buy to keep on hand for those last-minute gifts. 




11 Affordable Holiday Gift Ideas For Teenage Guys

 The holiday gift-giving season is right around the corner. Finding the best gift for teenage guys can be a struggle, especially when their gift list contains expensive electronic gifts and your holiday gift budget can't afford the gifts that teen boys want. Relax as I have a list of affordable gifts that teen guys will love.


 Gift giving for my boys used to be easy and then they became teens. Now it can be a struggle to find a gift for teen guys that they will appreciate or a teen gift that won't exceed your gift-giving budget. Most teens are into everything that involves electronic devices and video games. Even if you choose to buy something related to electronics, you have to consider that teens can be very selective or they may already have a certain video game. So when it comes to buying a gift for a boy who is a teen, one has to be creative and think outside the box when shopping for a gift for teen boys. 

 As a mom who has 2 teenage boys, I know what teens like and what teens need. That being said, I still struggle when it comes to gifts, especially affordable gifts. So, with the help of my teen sons, I made a list of some gift suggestions for affordable gifts that are priced under $100, with most of them being under $50. Keep in mind that some of the smaller items can be great for stocking stuffers or as a part of a themed gift basket. Also, many of these Christmas gift suggestions can also make great gifts for teen girls.

 Affordable Holiday Gift Ideas For Teenage Guys

1. Gift Cards ~ Gift cards to the teen's favorite store or restaurant are always appreciated by teens. So think of their favorite place to shop or hang out with friends. A $25 gift card to the coffee shop near their school or their favorite pizza place will be a gift that the teen will love.

2. Money ~ I know the gift of money for a teen guy can seem tacky but teens are always broke, so they love getting money. Be creative in how you give the gift. Place the money in a gift basket with their favorite snacks. 

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3. Gift basket of snacks ~ Teens like to eat and they are huge snackers. So make a gift basket filled with their favorite snacks and drinks. Make sure to include snacks that they can toss into their school backpack. Some snack item suggestions are energy drinks, protein bars, single-size bags of chips, small packages of nuts, cookies, and beef jerky. 

 My boys are huge into beef jerky, not only for the taste but because jerky is a high-protein snack. My boys are athletes and enjoy eating protein snacks after practice to help their muscles recover. A brand of beef jerky that is a favorite with my boys is Old Trapper Beef Jerky

All Old Trapper products are still smoked the old-fashioned way, using real wood chips, Old Trapper offers a full line of naturally smoked meat snacks using only the best lean strips of beef.


4. Hot & Cold Compression Sleeve ~ A compression sleeve is a great gift for a teen guy who is on a sports team. One that has cold and hot therapy is even better. My teen sons are on the cross country team at their school, in addition to riding their bikes to school. So these teen boys have plenty of sore muscles that need icing. The other night, my teen was frustrated with having to hold his ice pack on his sore knee, which meant he did not have use of his hands for his phone! My teen said, out loud ~ " I need something that would hold this ice pack on my knee!" My son loved how the compression sleeve felt after running and that it stayed in place.


TheraICE Rx Hot & Cold Compression Sleeve is the perfect gift for a teen who plays sports. The reusable hot & cold pack gives relief for injuries, surgery, recovery, or treatment from running or jogging. The state-of-the-art gel liner is soft and breathable so it provides a comfortable compression-like stretch that doesn't wiggle or slip. The dual therapy technique works for inflammation, arthritis pain, sore muscles, swelling, strains, sprains, surgery recovery, tendinitis, bursitis, tendinosis, osteoarthritis, tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, and more. Adapts to​ comfortably fit different body areas, including the knee, elbow, bicep, hamstring, thigh, quad, calf, or ankle. You can even wear the compression sleeve while working out! 

5. BALLS™ Trimmer ~ Teen boys can use all the help they can get when it comes to grooming. Younger teen boys are starting to grow hair in all sorts of places on their bodies. Teens need an easy and pain-free way to groom the hair on their bodies. 


 Meet the BALLS electric trimmer, a great gift for a parent to give their teenage son. While the BALLS Trimmer is made to trim the hair on private parts. it can also be used on the rest of the body. So your son can use this water-proof trimmer on his face, underarms, and more. The rechargeable hair trimmer can be used wet or dry, making it the perfect shaver for the shower. This shaver is easy to use and is made with micro-trimming ceramic blades that are engineered to minimize pulls, nicks, and snags. Use code MOMKNOWSBEST to save 15% on the best electric trimmer.

6. The Hoglet Computer Mouse  ~ The Hoglet is a fidget gadget + computer mouse. This colorful mouse is beneficial for sensory seekers, helping them to focus while working in front of a computer. This is the first ever mouse to bring together fun & functionality in one cool wireless mouse! Teens will love that the silicone cover easily peels off for deep cleaning. No more dirty computer mice from late-night homework snacking. The cover may be easily washed with wet wipes, washcloths, or in the sink. I loved using this mouse as it was addicting to touch and swiped it from the boys. Hey, it matches my computer!


The Wireless Hoglet Mouse comes in many bright colors and even provides soft clicking sounds, which is perfect for those who are sensitive to sound. So teens can click away without causing disruption inside the classroom, office, library, coffee shops, or even during meetings.

7. Biotin Shampoo & Conditioner Set ~ If you have a teen who is into styling their hair, then a gift basket filled with their favorite natural hair products makes a great teen holiday gift. Include some facial skincare masks.


 Keep your teen's hair healthy with a shampoo and conditioner set from PURA D'OR that helps to reduce hair thinning due to breakage, and increase volume, strength, and shine. PURA D'OR's Original Gold Label shampoo and conditioner set contains a proprietary blend of 17 key active ingredients, organic extracts, and essential nutrients to nourish hair, boost strength, and resist breakage. Free from harsh chemicals like sulfates, parabens, and silicones, environmentally responsible, hypo-allergenic, vegan, and cruelty-free, this set is packed with a powerful blend of Biotin, Nettle, Pumpkin Seed, and Black Cumin Seed Oil to increase volume and thicken hair. 

8. Arvin Goods Recycled Cotton Athletic Socks ~ Athletic teens will love a gift of Recycled Cotton Athletic Socks along with a gift card to their favorite sporting store. Teens tend to wear through socks quickly so more socks are always a good thing.


 Arvin Goods is the only brand using discarded fabric scraps to create the softest, best-fitting, most responsibly made athletic socks. they have a sock for every lifestyle! From crew socks to short socks, their goal is to make the cleanest basics on the planet and have various collections incorporating recycled cotton, hemp biofiber, organic cotton, recycled polyester, recycled nylon, and recycled wool.

9. CBD Sports Products ~ Help teen athletes manage sports injuries and muscle overuse with a gift basket of CBD creams and balms. CBD is a safe effective natural alternative to smelly chemical pain ointments and pain pills. A topical CBD product targets the pain quickly and is also soothing to the skin. 


Level Select CBD is formulated by athletes for athletes to help them manage sports injuries and muscle overuse, Level Select’s products make an excellent gift for teens playing on team sports. Level Select’s Cool Mint Sports Cream (1,800mg) provides relief in 2 ways with cooling menthol and high-performance CBD, all while soothing and softening the skin. 

Social CBD muscle cream provides instant pain relief. This non-greasy, fast-absorbing formula boost recovery in one therapeutic, highly concentrated formula. Plus it’s mint-scented to wake up your senses. This muscle cream also contains arnica and menthol to provide a comforting and cooling sensation. The addition of aloe hydrates and pampers the skin so you can feel good about what you’re using.

10. Gumball Machine Maker ~ Teens will love having a bubble gum machine in their room. They will love to create their own gumball dispenser that is more than a machine that gives you bubble gum. 


 Teens can build their own gumball machines and learn physics lessons in the process with the Thames & Kosmos Gumball Machine Maker Lab. A turn of a handle dispenses one gumball at a time out of the clear storage globe and down the track. As the gumballs roll down the track, they perform cool stunts and tricks. Stunts include a pulley lift, pendulum, funnel, trampoline, variable-slope ramp, pinball launcher, and domino slide. Each segment of the track teaches a different lesson in mechanical physics, allowing users to explore topics including simple machines, force, motion, momentum, gravity, Newton’s laws, energy transfer, and more. Trial-and-error experiments teach in a fun, hands-on way.

11. Stryke Class In Session Kit ~ Teen boys will love having skincare products that are made for them. They will like to receive a travel kit that is filled with facial products that will tame the acne on their skin.


The Stryke Class In Session Kit has everything that a teen will need for a clear, confident year at school. The skincare products are hypoallergenic + dermatologist tested as well as free from SLS and parabens. From an everywhere wash to a calm down lotion, these products will help teens have acne-free skin. You can even find the Stryke Club products on Amazon.

Which gift is your favorite?

The Best Toys For Holiday Presents

 Check out these fun toys that would make the best holiday gifts for kids

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 My boys are teens and shopping for Christmas gifts has become a challenge. It seems that all they want for gifts are gift cards, shoes, and electronics. To me, those gifts are either pricey or boring. So I like to buy holiday gifts that get them off the sofa and those electronic devices. I like to buy Christmas presents that stimulate their brain or help them to be active. If I can find a gift that they can enjoy together, it is a holiday present that belongs under the Christmas tree.

 So when I had the opportunity to check out some new toys for my teen boys, I said yes. I knew that these would be toys that my boys would be interested in. When the toys arrived at my house, my boys were excited to check them out. My boys could not wait to open the toy packages and try the toys out. 

We received three different toys. One was a cool robotic toy, another was a football-playing game, and the last toy was the familiar Wubble Bubble Ball. My boys have reviewed many different Wubble Bubble Balls in the past and each time they have always been fun to play with. Back in August, my boys had fun with the Wubble Rumblers.  So they were happy to see more Wubbles in this collection of toys.

Wubble Super Wubble Bubble Ball

The first toy that my boys decided to play with was the Wubble Super Wubble Bubble Ball. The name of this toy is fun to say but don't try to say the name quickly as it is sure a tongue twister. I think this is the biggest Wubble Ball that my boys and I have played with and it has some new features that my boys liked.


 The Super Wubble Ball now can be blown up with your mouth. So we no longer needed those special devices or a special air pump. The Wubble Ball comes with a brand new valve that now makes it super easy to inflate. The self-sealing valve is designed to be blown up with your mouth or you can make things easier and use any kind of air pump.

 My boys decided to inflate the Super Wubble ball with a pump that we use for other balls, as they knew this ball was going to be big. The new Super Wubble bubble ball inflated to a gigantic 30 inches! My boys could not wait to play with this super soft and lightweight ball. This ball was so squishy and sure did have a nice bounce to it. 


We decided to play with the Super Wubble inside as it was a windy day outside. Also, we have rocks instead of grass in our yard. This ball can be played with inside or outdoors. Once my boys got the Wubble ball filled with air, they had fun throwing and bouncing this giant ball. The ball is soft enough to mold around things and it also had a nice bounce to it. So it was fun to see my boys wack each other with the Wubble Bubble. I did not have to worry about anyone getting hurt with this ball.

Highlights of the Wubble Super Wubble Bubble Ball

+ Super soft and lightweight, Super Wubble floats through the air like a bubble!

+ Engineered to be gentle, it molds around whatever it hits – foot or face – then bounces away!

+ Designed to be inflated by mouth. No pump needed!

+ Super Wubble inflates a gigantic 2 ½ feet!

+ Enjoy hours of squishy, squashy bouncy fun!

+ Fun for the whole family!

+ Ages 6+

+ Purchase HERE

SpyBots T.R.I.P Robot

 The SpyBot T.R.I.P Robot was a toy that I could not wait to check out. I thought it was a cool electronic toy. This was going to be a robot that even I could have fun with. I liked that the T.R.I.P Robot could alert me to intruders. I was already plotting how I could use the robot to keep my boys out of the kitchen, especially after I cleaned all the dishes. Those boys are always snacking and having a robot on my side might just keep them out of the fridge.


The SpyBots T.R.I.P Robot has a powerful LED Tripwire Alarm that has an invisible motion-sensor beam. So if someone walks through the laser beam, it sets off a screaming siren and flashing lights. So I wanted to see if that will scare away my boys from opening the fridge.

 My boys had other plans for the SpyBots T.R.I.P Robot and decided to place the red robot in the bathroom. So that way the next person who opened the door would be scared. They were hoping that person would be their dad. 

 The SpyBots T.R.I.P Robot can be placed in many places, like a bedroom or near the front door. That way if someone crosses the motion-sensor beam, one can be alerted. This robot can keep people out of your bedroom or let you know if someone is breaking into your house. The T.R.I.P. is one of four Spybots Cybernetic Security Robots that will help kids keep the trespassers away.

Highlights of the SpyBots T.R.I.P Robot

+ Intruders beware! T.R.I.P.’s invisible motion sensors provide 24/7 room security!

+ Power up T.R.I.P. and he projects his security logo on the wall, warning trespassers that the area is under the protection of Spybots!

+ Trip the invisible beam and trigger a screeching alarm and flashing lights. T.R.I.P. will even chase down the trespasser!

+ T.R.I.P. is one of four Spybots Cybernetic Security Robots. Collect them all!

+ Requires 3 AAA batteries (not included)

+ Ages 6+

+ Purchase HERE

All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback

 My younger son could not wait to play with the All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback toy. I had to first go to the store to buy batteries for the football passing toy. So my son put the football device toy together and as he was reading the instructions on how to play with the football passer, I could hear him telling his brother that this was a cool toy. 


 The All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback is a device that always gives you the perfect football throw. The device is the most accurate quarterback on earth! The passer is programmed with the skill, timing, and accuracy of a pro quarterback. So you can go long or short when it throws the ball. You simply select your play, then press hike, slant, post, short or long. Then watch the All-Pro Passer throw a perfect spiral. You can play one-on-one, three-on-three, or with as many players as you want. You can even practice catching on your own! This was going to be the perfect toy for my son to bring to the park. So he could play football with his friends.

 After I bought the batteries, my son could not wait to play with the All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback. My son decided to try the passer out in the house, which I do not recommend. He gave the passer a couple of pumps and pressed the button. It made a loud noise and made me jump. The ball went across the room and it was a good thing that my husband caught the football. The passer made the football go fast and far. My son did not give the passer the full amount of pumps but it still went from the kitchen to the family room. 



 Once my son and I took the All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback to the park, we were amazed at how far it shot across the park. This football passer can launch the ball more than 25 yards. This was going to be a great item for my son and his friends. They could have some great football games with the All-Pro Passer.


Highlights of  the All-Pro Passer Robotic Quarterback 

+ The most accurate quarterback on earth!
+ Programmed with the skill, timing, and accuracy of a pro quarterback
+ Throws a perfect spiral every time!
+ 9 different passing zones – lets you practice hundreds of plays!
+ Launches the ball over 25 yards
+ Play one-on-one, three-on-three, or with as many players as you want. You can even practice catching on your own!
+ Requires 4 “C” (1.5V) batteries (not included).
+ Ages 8+
+ Purchase HERE 

My boys had a great time checking out these toys and knew that they would make great Christmas gifts or birthday presents. So make sure to click on the links to the toys and check them out. The toys can be found at most Target stores or at target.com. If you need other ideas for gifts for kids. Check out my holiday gift guides from previous years.

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Start Your Holiday Shopping At Sams Club With a Giveaway

This post is sponsored by Sivan Social. All comments and opinions are my own.


 Last year I renewed my Sam's Club membership and I am so glad that I did so. Being a Sam's Club member has some advantages beyond saving money on my groceries. Sam's Club is a place that I always find the best deals on so many items like clothes, electronics, and even toys. This year I will be doing my holiday shopping at Sam's Club as Sam's Club is a great resource for all my holiday shopping needs. I am especially thankful that I can shop online at Sam's Club and that they offer curbside pickup.

 Sam's Club has everything that I need to celebrate the holidays like Thanksgiving and Christmas. This one-stop store not only carries the best selection of gifts but Sam's Club also has what I need for my holiday decorating. I know that I can even pick up items to wrap all my gifts as well as everything that I need to prepare my holiday feast. You need to check out Sam's Club holiday page as it contains important information like club holiday hours, delivery cutoff days, and upcoming sales. This page also has an awesome selection of categories so you can easily find what you need for your holiday shopping needs.

Sam’s Club members have access to $4700 in Instant Savings 

 Being a Sam's Club member has big advantages this time of year as their Instant Savings Book has $4700 in instant savings on everything from seasonal decor, tech to home, and health & beauty items. The amount of items that have instant savings is incredible and I am sure that you will find many items that you need to buy.

OFFER DETAILS

+ Dates: 10/28/20 - 11/29/20
+ Restrictions may apply.
+ Offer link ~ Click HERE

 I found instant savings on many of my favorite grocery items like my favorite coffee and the big box of Ritz crackers that my boys like. I also grabbed coupons for household items like trash bags and shampoo. 

 I am really loving the instant savings book as I am finding so many great coupons on items that I know I will need for Christmas. I was amazed at the savings on Energizer MAX Alkaline AA Batteries. Now is the time to grab batteries for all those holiday toys. When I see batteries on sale, I make sure to stock up as my boys always seem to need them for their RC cars and other electronics. While I was looking at the coupon deals at Sam's Club, I made sure to browse the tech instant savings to see what kind of deals I could find on earbuds as my boys have been asking for a pair. I discovered that I could save $10 off the LG TONE Free Bluetooth® Wireless Stereo Earbuds and with the instant savings this would make a wonderful Christmas gift for both of my younger sons. 


Free items for new Sam's Club Members

 If you are not a member of Sam's Club, now is a great time to join. Signing up for a membership to Sam's Club is easy and right now they have a great promotion. When you join for $45, you will get a free Rotisserie Chicken, a Take & Bake Pizza, and 8 cupcakes. These items are valued at $20.95!

Join for $45 & Receive Instant Savings at Sam's Club

OFFER DETAILS

+ Free Items Include: free rotisserie chicken, take & bake pizza, and 8 count cupcakes

+ Dates: 10/15/20 - 1/31/21

+ Restrictions may apply.

+ Offer link ~  Click HERE to become a Sam's Club member. 

Sams's Club is making holiday shopping safe

 Sam's Club wants to make shopping safe for its members and for their associates so they have taken many measures in response to safe Covid practices. That includes asking any associates who feel unwell to stay home. Sam's Cub has set new policies to support any associate who may be affected by the virus, including paid leave for associates who needs to self-quarantine. Other steps they are taking include taking the temperatures of associates as they report to work and requiring that associates wear face coverings while at work.

 For the members of Sam's Club, Sam's club has taken extra steps to support social distancing in clubs by providing visual markers to support the 6-foot guidance. They are also are sanitizing their carts for members. You can even skip the checkout line with their exclusive Scan & Go™ feature in the Sam’s Club app. Simply scan your items with your phone, pay in the app, and skip the checkout line for contact-free shopping.

 If you prefer to pick up your items at Sam's Club, then you can use the curbside pickup. Simply order and pay online or in the app. When your order’s ready, park in a Pickup spot, and an associate will load your car for you. Same-day Pickup may be available if the order is placed before 3pm and is limited to 10 items or fewer. If your club doesn’t have a convenient time slot available, please check back, as new time slots open every morning. Make sure to check the SAM'S CLUB COVID RESPONSE PAGE for more details.


#SAMSCLUBHOLIDAYPREP GIVEAWAY

 Savings.com is giving away $1000 in e-gift cards from Sam's Club! Just in time for the holidays! Ten people will win a $100 e-gift card from Sam's Club. Entering the giveaway is simple. Just click on the below link and submit your email on the giveaway form. Just imagine all the fun you will have spending the $100 if you win. See below for details on how to enter the #SAMSCLUBHOLIDAYPREP GIVEAWAY.

Win a $100 Visa e-gift card from Sam's Club.

Giveaway details:

+ Giveaway starts on Monday, November 16th at 12:00 AM PT

+ Giveaway ends on Thursday, November 19th at 11:59 PM PT

+ Ten (10) winners will receive a $100 e-gift card from Sam's Club.

+ Users can enter the giveaway by heading to  Sam's Club page on Savings.com and submitting their email address on the form at the top of the page.

+ The winners will be chosen through a lottery drawing and notified on Friday, November 20th (11/20) via the email address they used to enter.

+ See complete Official Rules for entry instructions, full prize descriptions, restrictions, and other important details



13 Super Fun Holiday Gift Ideas For Tweens & Teens

The best gift ideas for tween boys and girls

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  Do you have a tween boy or girl on your holiday gift shopping list? Christmas gifts can be hard to buy for tweens as they are at that age where they still love toys but also are starting to think that they are too old for toys. Let me tell you it is perfectly fine for tweens to still play with toys. Tweens are also loving electronic items more. So whether you are shopping for a girl or boy, Mom Knows Best has selected some unique awesome gifts that tween kids are going to love. These holiday gift ideas were tested by my two boys who are 11 and 12 years old and they gave them all 2 thumbs up. These are toys and products that my boys would love to receive under the Christmas tree or from Santa. My boys both agreed that these would make the best presents for kids who are in elementary school and middle school. So check out my holiday gift list for tween boys and girls. Happy shopping!



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1. Gumball Machine Maker

 Tweens can build their own gumball machines and learn physics lessons in the process. A turn of a handle dispenses one gumball at a time out of the clear storage globe and down the track. As the gumballs roll down the track, they perform cool stunts and tricks. Stunts include a pulley lift, pendulum, funnel, trampoline, variable-slope ramp, pinball launcher, and domino slide. Each segment of the track teaches a different lesson in mechanical physics, allowing users to explore topics including simple machines, force, motion, momentum, gravity, Newton’s laws, energy transfer, and more. Trial-and-error experiments teach in a fun, hands-on way.


 My boys were excited about this toy. My younger son could not wait to build this Gumball Machine and of course chew some bubble gum. This Gumball Machine Maker resembles an exhibit that the boys love to interact with at the children's museum. I loved that they could customize this gumball machine in many different ways.
Gumball Machine Maker AGES 6+ MSRP: $39.95 Click here to purchase  

Check out my tween holiday gift guide from last year for more ideas!



2. Keike Ukuleles

 The word “KeiKi” is Hawaiian for “little one” and KeiKi Ukuleles are designed for kids of all ages to learn to pluck, strum, and play along to their favorite songs! Most tweens are into music and love playing musical instruments. This tiny stringed instrument may just lead to a career in music or just some great fun.

 Musicians and music teachers have noted that the learning curve for the ukulele is much easier than that of the guitar. Within a few days of practice, kids can start making music and playing songs. The tension of the strings is lower on the ukulele, and there are fewer strings to manage, making it easier for beginners to play! Whether a beginner or a master musician, this small instrument is sure to rev up free time in a delightful way! It comes with a digital tuner, carry case, strap, guidebook, and even some fun retro stickers! Choose from four colors: Sandalwood, Sunset Red, Seafoam Green, and Pacific Blue.

 My boys had so much fun making some music on this little instrument. I loved the way this ukulele looks so tropical and how it reminds me of Hawaii. The color even matches my new renovated rooms so I let the boys store it in the family room.
KeiKi Ukuleles • Ages 5+ • MSRP: $29.95 Click here to purchase

3. Moosh-Moosh Plushy

 Who can resist hugging a soft Moosh-Moosh plushy pillow? These adorable soft cuddle buddies arrived under the Christmas tree last year and were a favorite for both my tween boys and my grandbaby. This year Moosh-Moosh has added some new unique fun items to their product line of soft pillow creatures. My favorite is the Moosh-Moosh Flashlights as these are a soft way for kids to have a flashlight at night so they can easily find their way to the bathroom or use when they get scared in the middle of the night. A press of a button on the Moosh-Moosh's ear activates the flashlight.


 My boys loved the new Moosh-Moosh Banks as it makes a fun sound when they dropped their coins into it. The Moosh-Moosh Plushy Skwishys are so soft and squishy. These small ball-shaped toys are super slow rise squishy plush that you won’t be able to put down! They even have a nice scent of chocolate!

Of course, Moosh Moosh plushies still come in the original designs available in 3 different sizes and the new items also come in the original designs so kids can mix or match the plushies. Look for these new Moosh-Moosh at Staples, Walgreens and CVS stores, to name-drop a few outlets for these irresistibly soft accessories.
 Moosh-Moosh • Ages 3+ • MSRP: $5.99 and up  Check them out Here

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4. Razor Phase Two Pro Scooter Radtke

 Scooters are always so much fun to ride and they provide some great exercise for kids. The Razor Phase Two Pro Scooter Radtke scooter designed for off-road fun and would make an awesome gift for both boys and girls. My boys love Razor scooters and own several of them. The best about scooters after the crazy fun is not having to worry about flat tires like you do with a bicycle. This durable scooter is built to handle a variety of riding styles and is design and tested by John Radtke. My boys think the scooter is cool and has a killer look.

 The Phase Two Pro Scooter Radtke has some awesome features like a Die-cast aluminum spring brake cartridge that has a push-down feature. The scooter deck also has an awesome looking cool-kid design that my tween loved. This is a dual-purpose scooter that can be also used on the sidewalk making it the best transportation for tweens. My boys enjoy using this awesome scooter at the skateboard park near our home and they also use their scooters when they go to places like the store or a friend's house.
  Razor Phase Two Pro Scooter Radtke • Ages 12+ • MSRP: $299.99  Click Here to purchase

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5. Spirograph

 Many of us probably remember making cool designs with the Spirograph® and have fond memories of drawing circles. This commemorative edition Spirograph® set is a reproduction of the original—just like you remember—featuring throwback packaging and retro graphics! With all the iconic wheels and rings of the original, the precision-engineered Spirograph® gears work with the 3 design pens included, as well as with most standard pens, markers, and pencils. My boys were excited to grab their color pencils and start making cool designs. I was in awe that my boys were having fun without having to be on an electronic device. This art set would be great for those long car rides and more!
Spirograph Age range: 8+ MSRP: $19.99 Where to Buy: Amazon.com

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6. CINEMOOD

 Who doesn’t remember making shadow puppets as a kid? CINEMOOD is the portable projector that turns any surface into a magical cinema or puppet theatre! So you can create your own movie theater anywhere. This smart mini projector creates a screen up to 12-feet and the best part no wall outlet is needed. The CINEMOOD has up to 5 hours on its rechargeable battery. That makes it perfect for car rides, airplane trips summer movie nights, and even camping trips.

 This cool movie theater device even includes a digital library of 40 Disney e-books and 25 short safety videos and cartoons (does NOT include full-length Disney movies). To enjoy more movies you can stream from Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, AmebaTV, YouTube, and YouTube Kid. You can even download from Netflix or Amazon Prime Videos directly on CINEMOOD to enjoy anywhere, without WiFi.



 However, you can try other projectors, as well as there, are various projectors available in the market but which one to choose, this is a real tricky question. To get the best experience, try buying a projector that offers quality with unlimited features. Just like Prima Projector. Prima is equipped with the latest technology that casts a cinema-quality video with a 200-inch projection from a gadget the size of an iPhone. Thin, light, and versatile, Prima is your ultimate multimedia companion in a form of the best smart wifi projector.

 My boys had fun watching their favorite Youtube videos on their dark bedroom wall with the CINEMOOD. My husband already has plans to bring the CINEMOOD on their next camping trip. How cool would it be to watch a movie on a tent while sitting around a campfire in the woods?
CINEMOOD Age Range: All Ages MSRP: $399.99(device) Click Here to purchase on Amazon

7. Loog Mini Guitar

 The Loog Mini Guitar is an ideal first guitar for little ones. Small, fun and cute, but it's not a toy: it's a real instrument, made out of real wood, that projects a sweet, beautiful sound that's just unbelievable for a guitar of this size and price. When you get a Loog, you get more than just a guitar; you get an instrument bundled with an app that has everything you need to start playing songs: video lessons, a tuner and even a digital songbook so you can learn guitar by playing songs (Beatles, Stones, Taylor Swift, Bruno Mars and more).

 This 3-string Loog Mini guitar comes in many colors like Red, Green, Black, Pink, White, and Yellow. This was my boy's first time playing the guitar and I enjoyed listening to them learning how to play it. The digital songbook made it easy for the boys to start playing music. Who knows maybe they might just be able to play some of dad's favorite songs that he loves to listen to on the radio.
Loog Mini Guitar • Ages 3+ • MSRP: $79, Buy on Amazon

8. Loog Pro Electric Guitar



 The Loog Pro Electric guitar is the perfect size for kids ages 8+ and has a solid wood body, maple neck, perfect intonation and low string action for enhanced playability. This guitar is fully assembled and ready to play. It is designed for kids but good enough for pros to play music on. The Loog guitar even comes with a mini amp and cable!

 The accompanying app on the Loog Pro Electric guitar will get have kids playing songs -not just scales or exercises- right from day one. With Loog, kids and beginners are playing, learning and having fun from the very beginning, acquiring skills that stay with them forever.
Loog Pro Electric Guitar • Ages 8+ • MSRP: $198.99, Buy on Amazon 

9. Buttheads Fart Launcher

 Get ready to make a BIG stink with the Buttheads Fart Launcher 3000. This bad boy launcher is silent but stinky, and lets you blast “real” fart smells up to 10 feet away! This launcher is best used in well-ventilated areas, or outdoors, but will not leave a lasting stank in more enclosed areas. The scent canister includes 100+ rounds of farty blasts and is made with 100% plant-based material that dissipates in minutes! It’s time to REEK havoc and let 'er rip!



 My boys are still into thinking farting is funny and had a blast making real fart smells. I was glad that the fart scent was 100% plant-based and the smell only lasted a few minutes as the boys had way too much fun sneaking up on me and launching the farty blasts into the family room.
Buttheads Fart Launcher • Ages 5+ • MSRP: $19.99  Click Here to purchase

10. Drinkmate Countertop Drink Maker

The Drinkmate Countertop Drink Maker is the first and only carbonation system that can carbonate any beverage. This fun machine creates fun drinks and is perfect for holiday get-togethers. You can add sparkling bubbles to any liquid of your choice. Liquids like water, juices, iced tea or coffee, wine, cocktails, mocktails, and even flat soda or beer. This drink maker needs no batteries or electricity and does not take up much space. This drink maker is a gift that is eco-friendly as it includes a reusable bottle and it will also save money as you can stop buying all those bottled drinks at the store.



 My boys had fun adding bubbles to juice and water. They made deliciously flavored sparkling water with the Drinkmate. The machine was super easy to assemble and it has been helping my boys drink more water as they love the bubbles in their drinks. This item would also make a great gift in a stocking or under the tree! Available in three modern colors: Royal red, Matte black and Ivory white.
Available: Amazon 

11. Emoji-Notes Color & Shine 


The Emoji-Notes Color & Shine kits allow you to color your nightlight and write your own messages. When you’re ready for a change, wipe it clean and color it again.  This is a light-up message board, night light, and craft kit all in one. Thes fun to draw on light-up message board is available in fun designs like ice cream cones, cupcakes, donuts, and more.



 I had fun coloring this night-light in and then seeing my creation light up. It was super easy to wipe clean so my boys could have fun coloring the ice cream cone. I love that this light runs on a battery or by USB cord. It comes with several markers.
Available: Continuum Games  


12. Made By Me Window Art 

 Unleash your creativity and transform your windows into works of art with Made By Me Window Art! With 12 suncatcher shapes, 8 vibrant window paints and an acetate sheet to create personalized window clings, this kit makes for the perfect rainy-day craft or group activity. When you're finished painting sun catchers, trace the illustrations from the included design booklet onto the acetate sheet, or create your own unique designs. Display your colorful suncatcher creations using the included cording and mini suction cups which attach to windows, mirrors and other glass surfaces.
Available: Amazon 

13. KidiGo™ Walkie Talkies

 Add excitement to any adventure with the KidiGo™ Walkie Talkies. Keep in touch anywhere with these kid-safe, two-way radios featuring a digital connection that's clear and keeps kids’ conversations secure, preventing other walkie-talkie users from listening in or chatting with them. Children can also send messages back and forth by choosing from preset animated messages using the large, backlit LCD screen. The walkie talkies also include four two-player games for real-time gaming between devices.

 My boys had fun with these walkie talkies. They loved communicating with each other and sending messages. These will be great for outdoor and indoor adventures.
Available: Amazon 

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