Published documents by Victor Epand

2008

Parents all over the world know that taking a trip with children can at times be really hectic at time. It does not matter if the trip is for only a couple of hours or if the family is going away on vacation, which can often times be much worse. Any type of road trip with bored children on board definitely means that the parents are sure to hear their little ones and even older children...

Playing House With Your Kids Published on 16/10/2008

Almost everyone can remember playing house when they were young. Different children played house in different ways, but the general idea was the same. There was a family, and a kitchen. Little kitchen sets are perfect for playing the game, and helping children learn about taking care of a family. When kids play house they can act out different times in a family\'s life. For example, they can...

Hiking Equipment: It\'s The Little Things Published on 16/10/2008

Backpacking can sometimes be about the big things: big backpacks, big boots, big mountains, big rivers, big bears, etc. It can be a dramatic pastime, one that requires a big physical effort and provides a big visual payoff. But when it comes to backpacking gear, it\'s not always about the big things. Some people say, \"don\'t sweat the small stuff,\" but there are times when the small stuff...

The Very Basics About Sweatpants Published on 16/10/2008

Sweatpants are an informal way for individuals to relax in comfort instead of having to wear trousers or they wear them for athletic purposes. In the United Kingdom sweatpants are known as track suit bottoms or the more informal jogging bottoms, while in Australia and New Zealand they are known as tracksuit pants. Sweatpants are normally made out of cotton and their chief characteristic that...

Workshop Cleans Up Old Camping Gear Published on 16/10/2008

Do you have old camping gear that you have been wondering if it needs to be cleaned up or simply just tossed in the garbage while having to go purchase more? Many avid campers have come across this dilemma many times before, but now there is an answer to this on-going problem for campers. The Wilderness Workshop is such a business that plays the very uncomfortable role of figuring out...

Researchers Study The Increased Sales Of Interactive Toys Published on 16/10/2008

With the constant unstoppable increase in technology it is no surprise that researchers say that consumers are turning more and more to electronic toys to enhance their child\'s interactive learning. Seventy five percent of consumers who purchased an electronic toy in the past year did so for its educational value, Three of the top five most purchased types of electronic toys are educational...

Kids Can Exercise With Sports Toys Published on 16/10/2008

Years ago, children used to get more exercise. There we no computers or video games to keep them inside of the house. The neighborhood kids would get together and play tag, touch football, and jump-rope all of the time. At this day and age, children do not go outside as much as they used to. Many of them would rather watch television, play a video game, or use the computer. In order to...

Adding A Twist To The Electric Guitar Published on 16/10/2008

Electric guitars are noted for having a striking appearance, but there are several little known twists that can be applied to these guitars to create a variety of effects and sounds quite beyond the standard sounds and voices. One of these twists is the introduction of a third bridge. A bridge is a raised section along the fret board - one at each end, over which the strings run. This bridge...

Rain Boots: From Function To Fashion Published on 16/10/2008

All of a sudden, people are wearing rain boots again. I am quite sure that if five years ago, you had told me that rain boots would actually be stylish in 2008, I would have laughed and promptly dismissed you as fashionably challenged. Nevertheless, here we are, and they\'re everywhere. The defining moment for me was earlier this year. I attended a wedding the foothills of Nevada. The ceremony...

The Inspired Imagination Of Children Published on 16/10/2008

Almost every child is born with an untamed imagination. Kids can spend hours upon hours pretending to be their favourite superhero, profession, or airplane, and never tire of the adventure. We are all familiar with the concept of imagination, but just how important is imaginary play in a child\'s life? Through imagination, children are able to express themselves in a way unlike any other....