Samsung Kids Tablet Review

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A Safe Indoor Winter Children's Activity

With winter on its way and snow falling in many parts of the country already, baby it's getting cold and frightful outside. What's a mom or dad to do with young kids 3-years old through tweens to keep them busy indoors, growing mentally, learning, and staying out of mischief until the weather warms up next spring? Read on to learn about a safe child's tablet that both kids and parents will be happy about.

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A 3-Year Old Gets Her First Tablet

The answer is as easy as engaging your child's mind with entertaining and educational activities -- like  interacting with their favorite animated characters and building STEM skills -- while running the award-winning Samsung Kids app which is compatible with the latest Samsung Galaxy Tablet Kids Edition 11-inch 64 GB tablet and most other Samsung devices.

What was three-year old Elly's initial reaction when she unboxed the new Samsung Galaxy Tab A Kids Edition tablet including a Samsung Kids App subscription gifted to her by the brand to facilitate this review? She was speechless, beyond ecstatic to finally have a tablet of her very own and almost thought she must be dreaming. 

Now, she no longer has to share her big sisters' tablets and can play and learn on her own whenever she wants to and her mom or dad give her the okay. Talk about this girl suddenly having a greater sense of purpose, pride and ownership, as well as feeling more responsible and grown-up.

Parent-Controlled, Kid Interactive Fun

With temperatures plummeting where they live, forcing the kids to spend more time inside, Elly's parents are equally thrilled to have a new wholesome and engaging family-friendly activity option their youngest daughter enjoys and one that they know they can trust. 

Thanks to the Samsung Kids app all-inclusive content service (a 3-month trial subscription is included free with Samsung Kids Tablet purchase); the app is also available to buy separately and is compatible with most other Samsung devices their daughter now has access to an amazing library of more than 10,000 hours of quality children's content fun and learning. 

At the same time, mom and dad feel good knowing that they have access to the parental controls needed to closely monitor Elly's tablet use as well as to track her progress on the various educational and entertaining kid-friendly apps she's using so they can be hands-on parents and cheer her on.

Simple Startup to Get Kids Playing Quickly

After Elly unwrapped and unpacked the box, Mom went to Google Play to upload the Samsung Kids app to her little girl's tablet, then big sister Abby helped take a selfie with the tablet's camera to personalize her new device. What's this adorable little lady doing right now? Elly is already having fun as a beginner reader learning with My Little Pony from Hasbro, the very first kids title she opened on her new device.

While kids have worry-free fun and can enjoy themselves and learn for hours, the Samsung Galaxy Kids tablet when used in conjunction with the Samsung Kids app, offers grown-ups the peace of mind of a fully-loaded dashboard of parental controls. Within the app these controls limit screen time, manage what apps your child is able to view, and give you a window into the titles your son or daughter is engaging in as well as their progress in those activities. This kids' tablet is also customizable, giving moms and dads the flexibility to bring each child's favorite outside apps into the Samsung Kids environment.

About Samsung Galaxy Kids Tablet, Samsung Kids App

The Samsung Galaxy Kids Tab A 7-inch 8GB tablet, designed for kids ages 3 to 12, has a bigger display, higher screen resolution, longer battery life, and a more powerful processor than its predecessors. It also comes with a sturdy protective brightly-colored bumper case and the Game Starter Pack for your child to keep (valued at $75) featuring a diverse array of kids games and kid-friendly apps. The new children's tablet also includes a free 3-month trial subscription to the Samsung Kids app along with a deep discount if you choose to renew it. It's also worth pointing out the awards the Samsung Kids app won in 2019 including Mom's Choice Awards, NAPPA Product Award, and Academics' Choice Smart Media Award.

Where to Buy

Buy the latest Samsung Galaxy Kids Tablet, available on Amazon and in-store. Then, leverage the optional Samsung Kids app subscription (available for this tablet and most other Samsung devices) including a huge library of content for your child and full parental controls for you, to keep you both happy. 

Learn more about the Samsung Kids tablet and the Samsung Kids App by visiting the brand's official site as well as following the brand on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest.

Samsung Kids Giveaway

From My Little Pony to Transformers and Dr. Seuss and more, there are so many ways your child can stay occupied, have fun and enjoy safe WiFi access. The Samsung Kids app is compatible with the new Samsung Galaxy Kids tablet as well as most other Samsung devices. To enter the Samsung Kids Giveaway Mommy Blog Expert is hosting, visit this MBE Instagram Giveaway post. Contest open to US residents only and qualifying winner will be selected at random. Hurry, this giveaway ends December 19, 2019 at 12 am PST/3 am EST. Samsung Kids is providing the prize and is responsible for delivery to winner.

Disney Store Black Friday Deals Now

Disney Gift Ideas

Up to 40% Online & In-Store

Since there's one less shopping week between Thanksgiving (November 28) and Hanukkah (December 22-30) and Christmas (December 25) this year, it's a good thing Disney's Black Friday is starting early as is going on right now. Read on to find out about all the deals and fun stuff they have right now for everyone on your gift buying list: for kids, adults and even pet dogs. Plus free nightly in-store entertainment that children will enjoy. 

Check out all the great deals to kick-start your holiday shopping with fun Disney-movie inspired merchandise kids want most this season while also reaping huge savings of up to 40 percent now off 100s of select Disney, Pixar, Star Wars and Marvel toys, home decor, apparel, and gifts in-store as well as online.

Disney Limited Offers & Free Entertainment

• November 30 through December 3  include a Sequin Mickey Mouse Plush for $20 (regularly $24.95) online and in-store
• December 2 and December 3 - Buy a Silver Donald Duck Plush for $20 (regularly $24.95) online and in-store

• Through December 23 - Every night at 7 pm, shoppers are invited to Disney Store's Magical Wishes Experience with interactive theatrical fun with Mickey and Minnie on screen at store locations around the U.S.

Top 2019 Disney Holiday Picks

In addition to classics like Mickey Mouse, Disney Frozen 2, Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, Marvel's Avengers, and Disney Pixar Toy Story 4 merchandise are all likely to be extremely popular this shopping season.

 

Among this year's best Disney items

• Disney Animators' Collection Mini Doll Gift Set ($99.95)
• Anna and Elsa Doll Frozen 2 Set ($34.95)
• Marvels Avengers Marvel Toybox Action Figure Gift Set ($64.95)
• Mickey Mouse Kitchen Play Set ($99.95) 
• Woody Interactive Talking Action Figure ($32.95)
• Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Deluxe Figure Play Set ($26.99)
• Lightning McQueen Remote Control Cars Vehicle ($19.95)
• Disney Subscriptions: Disney Bedtime Adventure Box, Disney Backstage Collection or Disney Princess Enchanted Collection (prices vary)
• Frozen 2 Advent Calendar ($59.95)
• Disney and Pixar Holiday Advent Women's Sock Set ($39.95)
• Holiday Pajamas for the Kids, Adults and Dogs (prices vary)
• Mickey Mouse Light up Beanie Hat for Adults ($24.95)

About Disney Store

See the Disney Store Holiday Gift Guide and find the closest store location as well as follow the brand on social on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest to stay in the loop on all the family-friendly holiday happenings this season. All images in this post, courtesy of Disney Store.

Healthy Dog Food With Real Meat + Vegetables

Dogs

MBE partnered with Pet Plate to facilitate this review

A Balanced Fresh Diet for Canines

Moms and dads know that access to quality protein sources, as well as vegetables and fruits, are all essential to making sure our children stay healthy and get the proper vitamins and minerals in their diets. But what about those of us who love our dogs as much as our kids and want them to also eat well for the best chance of a long and healthy life as possible?

Dog lovers all agree we want the best for our fur babies because we consider them as much a part of the family as the kids are. So it makes sense that the pets we adore deserve good nutrition, too. That's where the veterinarian-formulated, chef-prepared Pet Plate meal system can be a real game changer in your own household.

Introducing Our Pug Puppy Taste Testers

Meet 5 year-old brothers Rocky and Koby, pugs from the same litter. I love both these affectionate and perky little guys, who each weigh about 18 pounds. These two always seem to be together and they're on the go constantly. 

With all the energy this pair of pups expend, playing all day long in the house and outside, and giving endless love to their kids and us grownups, they can work up quite an appetite. So, these cute fellows were more than glad to oblige and volunteer to be our official Pet Plate taste testers for this review.

Do you know what's in your dog's food?

You wouldn't even consider feeding your kids a diet that's heavy on junk food, right? Unfortunately, the reality is you might be unknowingly feeding your dog food that's far worse, consisting of mostly unhealthy ingredients which could potentially be dangerous to your dog's health. 

In fact, according to Pet Plate, the FDA allows illegal waste to be added into pet food including the 4Ds: materials from animals that are Dead (not slaughtered), Diseased, Dying or Disabled. What compounds that problem is that the FDA also does not restrict the inclusion of food contaminated by pesticides, drugs or chemicals, and more in the pet foods that are mass marketed to the public.

Delivering Healthy Pet Meals to Your Door

Wouldn't you rather be feeding your beloved four-legged best friend nutritious, great tasting meals made from real USDA ingredients instead? I know I sure would. Pet Plate makes it easy for you to do just that, by delivering fresh-cooked meals to your home which are made with the same types of meats, vegetables and fruits that are suitable for human consumption.

Vet-Designed Pet Plate Dog Food Facts

• Made fresh in a human-grade kitchen from USDA meat, vegetables, fruit, and other healthy ingredients
• Pre-portioned and packaged in resealable, microwaveable, recyclable containers
• Available only online in four appetizing and fun menu varieties that dogs of all ages and breeds will enjoy including Chompin' Chicken, Barkin' Beef, Tail Waggin' Turkey, and Lip Lickin' Lamb
• Personalized meals according to your dog's nutritional needs, breed, age and weight, thanks to Pet Plate 3.0 which recently rolled out
• Delivered frozen as a weekly subscription service, fresh to your door in an insulated well-packed box with ice packs, ready to thaw and feed to your dog now, refrigerate up to 5 days or freeze for as much as 12 months 
• Affordable full-serve subscriptions, including free shipping, start at about $1.50 per day; a Topper Plan without a subscription is also offered for more pet parent flexibility, allowing you to choose amounts and delivery frequencies so you can gradually introduce Pet Plate to your dog's current food 

What's Koby's and Rocky's Verdict On Pet Plate?

As you can see from this video these two pugs love sharing from the other's dog dish and they loved Pet Plate, savoring every last morsel of their meals and even cleaning up the floor after themselves. What's more is that they enjoyed this food so much that afterward, these dogs licked each other's faces clean, too! 

Not only do I love seeing them so content and happy like this, I feel satisfied knowing that the Pet Plate food I feed them is easy to digest as well as to refuel their wiggling little bodies and busy minds. 

About Pet Plate

Pet Plate, it's face lickin' good. Learn more by visiting Pet Plate's website. Also, don't miss the brand's entertaining social media feeds with lots more dogs with engaging canine-alities on Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram. This is a novel and practical gift idea for the holidays and year round for your own dog as well as for your dog-loving friends' pets. 

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