Coleman Tent Light

Colman Indoor Tent Light

Magnet Secures Light Without Harming Tent Material

Multi Mountable, Use For Tent, Closet, Shed, Etc

Powerful Xenon Bulb

Easy On/Off Switch

Operates On 4 "AA" Cell Batteries
Customer Review: Like it a lot
I like these lights quite a bit. We do not hang them in the middle of the tent, though, so I can't attest to it lighting up a whole tent (plus our tent is big, 15x12). We use these right above where we sleep in the tent for reading, etc. They hold well and don't pull on the tent too much. We use rechargeable batteries in them, too, so I don't know how fast they go through regular batteries, and each takes 4 AA, so rechargeables would be a good idea. And yes, the lights are an oval shape, just as an FYI. They have a rubberized push button on/off on the side and the batteries are easy to put in and take out.
Customer Review: Tent light...
The only problem with this order was that it took a little too long to receive.

Although backpacking with children may seem like a lot of effort, the benefits gained from taking them along can far outweigh the hassles. The benefits include not competing with technology for your children's attention, teaching them self-sufficiency skills, and watching them connect with the peacefulness of nature. Here are six tips that allow for a more positive experience when backpacking with children.

1. Involve Them In Packing

Make a list of the items to bring and have your children help collect them. If they are not old enough to read, you can read the items to them. This is important because the more the children are involved in preparations the more they will feel a part of the trip, and the less likely they are to be resistant to backpacking.

2. Get Their Help with Choosing the Trail

Choose a couple of trails and sites that are acceptable to you and then let the children choose from among them. This is another way of involving the children and letting them have a say in where you will be going.

3. Give Them Special Items For Backpacking

Give them something special that is to be used only for backpacking. Children enjoy binoculars, water bottles with fun designs on them, walking sticks, and small waterproof cameras. Another special item that is not only fun, but can be very useful, is their own flashlight.

4. Get Them Excited About Going

Getting children excited can be as simple as talking about backpacking in terms of how fun it is. Another method of eliciting excitement is to go to the library and get books on, and about, backpacking. These may be how-to books, especially illustrated ones, or fiction books with characters that have adventures in the woods.

5. Bring Along Games

While there is a lot to entertain children with while backpacking, it is always a good idea to bring along a game or two. These are useful when it rains, or at night when the children are in the tent, but too restless to sleep. Small, lightweight games specific to backpacking can be found in stores that specialize in outdoor activities. Other options consist of purchasing an extra small deck of playing cards (these are about 1/4 of the size of standard decks), using travel versions of traditional games, or repacking games, such as bring the dice from a Yahtzee game in a zip lock bag with a couple sheets of paper and small pencils or pens.

6. Praise Their Hard Work

It can work wonders when children feel that they are impressing their parents. One easy way to accomplish this is to comment on how hard they are working, both with the hike and with camp chores. First, encourage them to do a good job, and then praise the results.

While backpacking with children can be extra work, the end result is often more than worth it. There is something about nature than can calm even an otherwise hyper kid, and time alone with parents provides the perfect opportunity for long talks and quiet companionship, that may proof elusive when at home where computers, televisions, and phones all make distractions a common occurrence.

So, load up the kids next time, and build a special memory that only backpacking with children can create.

Sarah Holt writes for The Ultralight Backpacking Site. To get the ebook Ultralight Backpacking Secrets (And Wilderness Survival Tips) for FREE, as well as photos, gear recommendations, and a new wilderness survival section, visit: http://www.The-Ultralight-Site.com

Shrine Circus Tycoon

Product DescriptionShrine: Circus Tycoon lets you create your own version of the greatest show on Earth. Manage 60 different circus performers -- keep the human cannonball and the high divers happy and make sure they deliver for the audience. Everything under the big tent is under your control, from the trapeze acts to the lion tamers. You can even just kick back and watch the action with the crowd - while enjoying lifelike sound effects featuring applause, whistles, jeers & boos. Discover & explore the assortment of mini-games - from the test of strength to catching pickpockets and finding lost childrenFrom the ManufacturerBuild a circus show from the ground up in this exciting strategy game. Build 6 different big tops from a single ring to the three-ring big top. Choose from over 30 different side shows, attractions, and rides, plus more than 30 acts starring 40 performers, capable of over 100 different tricks! It's your job to train the animals, select the performers, add side shows and midway games, and keep the employees happy--or they might not perform!

There's no excitement like the excitement of turning 6! So, it is time to get some WOW gifts for a 6-year-old's birthday.

What do you think a 6-year-old would love to get - besides the cake, the ice cream and other great food? For a little girl, it might be a colorful vanity with mirrors that talk. For a little boy, how about an electric train with tracks, caboose and engineer. For a girl or a boy, a radio would be a big hit. Also, a Mickey Mouse watch and coloring books.

Settle back and let us look at some WOW gifts.

Surprise Gift - We will start with this because 6-year-old are crazy about it. The surprise gift is a box wrapped in birthday gift paper and ribbon. Inside, there are fun, inexpensive gifts. These may include silly putty, finger puppets, a draw-by-numbers book, and a bubble-blowing kit. In addition, there may be toy rings and bracelets, a light-up tiara or crown, a coloring book with crayons, wind-up play cars, and a soft plastic stick-on eyeball.

Toy Laptop Computer - This brightly colored toy looks like a real computer only it does not go online. It has a keyboard, mouse, screen and speakers. Best of all, though, it speaks, has some dandy games and puzzles and it sings songs. This toy can make any 6-year-old a proud computer user.

Balloon Ride - This is simply the best gift ever. There are many companies that offer balloon rides. Reserve early because they fill up fast. Normally, 6 passengers can fit into the gondola of a balloon. The ride lasts about one and a half hours. The balloon is rightly colored and the ride is thrilling.

Indoor Tent - That 6-year-old birthday boy or girl can invite friends over to play in the tent. There are all types of tents but some of the best are in the shape of a big giraffe, a shark, a butterfly, a zebra or some other animal. The floor is nice and soft. This tent means great fun for any 6-year-old.

Baby Doll - This baby doll is just waiting to be loved by a little girl. It has soft, supple skin, it loves to be bathed, and it cries "Mama" when it is put in its bed. It also has eyes that roll and looks content with a pacifier in its mouth. It comes outfitted with sleep clothes. It is waiting to be adopted.

3 Wheel Action Scooter - This indoor scooter is decorated with favorite cartoon characters. It also has a nice roomy basket on the handlebars. It comes in a variety of colors and has a bell to let everyone know it is coming. The wheels are gentle on floors and carpets. This is an exciting gift for any 6-year old boy or girl.

Giant Bean Bag - This lightweight, oversize bean bag is big enough for two 6-year-olds and their dog to curl up on. You can flatten it out as a bed, sit it up as a chair or drag it around from room to room. It comes with a zipper cover you can remove and wash.

Name Scroll - Six-year-olds love their name and they would be thrilled to see their name and its meaning on a painted scroll. Their name and its history and famous people with that name is set against the background of a painting. The painting may be a kitten, a knight on horseback or other great scene.

There we have it - WOW gifts for a 6-year-old's birthday. They are sure to bring shouts of joy.

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