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has been reviewed 73 times with an average rating of 4.03
Review for Posted 8/14/2008 by Pamela L. Rodriguez
My 3 and 5 year old daughters love the globe - especially that it lights up. Having landmarks indicated (like a drawing of the Eiffel Tower) helps them identify and understand even better the different locations.
Information about Posted 10/29/2008 by Sandra L Krell-Andre
I bought this globe for my grandson's fifth birthday. He is thrilled with the globe so I am also. He especially likes the graphics of animals and the fact that it lights up.
Interesting, Educational and Well-made Posted 11/2/2007 by Eva Mineva-Jones
We have family members on 4 continents. My 3 year old boy has visited all of them and knows they live far away. The globe gives him context on the places he has been. We have glued tiny pictures of the different family members on the places where they live and he can see exactly where he has been, where he is going, and why it takes a long time to get there. He also had difficulty in understanding what happened to the light and where the dark went every morning and evening. With the addition of a desktop light and the globe spinning, he now understands is so proud! We get additional value in figuring out where different animals live, the difference between a sea and an ocean. I expect this type of value to increase as my son grows.
The Best! Posted 12/4/2009 by Elizabeth Peck
After being disappointed with another, similar globe for children - I returned it and ordered this one. I have a large family and am a professional Geographer. This globe is beautifully illustrated and the color composition is gorgeous - especially when illuminated! Even when used as a night light, I can easily picture a child's imagination (& knowledge) growing in a very healthy and productive way. The overall visual design should appeal to a wide range of ages, too - allowing a very young child to 'grow into it' and enjoying it for a long time. I've never written a review but I LOVE this globe.
A rating of Posted 4/7/2008 by J Yacabucci
Nice product for a very young child. The night light feature is nice but just understand what this is before purchasing. It's rather small and doesn't have a ton of detail on the maps (individual states not labelled, etc.). You have to tip it upside down to see the bottom.
A rating of Posted 12/22/2007 by Clarice - GRANDPARENT
My Grandson just turned 4, he's constantly questioning the world and his place in it. The first thing he looked for was the state of Tennessee (in which he lives) which is not on the North American Continent. Also when illuminated there is a line (we thought it to be the equator but is not) circling the globe where it was connected but not perfectly. It will not interfere with his learning. but we thought you should know as this is supposed to be the Cadillac of globe makers.
Good Posted 1/7/2008
I bought this for my 4-year-old grandson. For some time he has been interested in the moon and the planets, and recently he has been asking questions about the earth and about maps. This product proved to be a great way to respond to his curiosity. It is appropriate for his age, not too detailed yet incorporating interesting facts about different areas around the world. The illuminated globe is a good feature, serving as a night light. A plus is that it does not rely on batteries.
Almost Happy Posted 12/30/2009 by Alana N Booker
I thought this was one of the best on the market for my child's age, 4 years. The animals (and boats and such) on the globe interest him. He's most interested in wildlife and where on the earth animals live, etc. The base and arm of the globe are fairly flimsy. The globe fell off the table as he was gazing at it and proclaiming how cool it was. The bulb no longer works inside it. It doesn't look like a standard bulb, so depending on how easy it is to replace, I'll be almost happy with the product. It should work nicely as a night light.
A rating of Posted 12/20/2007 by Phyllis Pentecost - GRANDPARENT
Although the grandchildren have not had a chance to play with the globe, Granny and Granddad have... and we think it is great. Very educational, fun, and good quality. We are also pleased that it is not made in China, but in the U.S.A.
Information about Posted 12/28/2011 by Paula Patterson - GRANDPARENT
This was purchased for a five year old, and is a good globe for that age. It features a lot of animal life--where animals live around the globe--major cities and countries, but not states in the USA. Among the fancier toys he got as Christmas gifts, this would not rate the highest on his list, but I am sure it will be a more lasting toy as he uses it to find out about his world.
My rating of Posted 5/16/2009 by Stacey White
Great globe for my 4 year old's birthday. He wanted to see where we live, where relatives live, where the animals that he sees at the zoo live, on and on. He loves and it his 2 year olds brothers love it too. Nice quality, durable. They pull it off the table all the time to look closer and fight over it and it holds up great. Love the graphics on the land and sea (he loves the whales off the coast and airplanes in the sky!). Great product worth the price.
Product review of Posted 12/9/2009 by Ellen Lefler
These globes did not meet my expectations.
Review of Posted 1/10/2010
I would not recommend this item. The quality is poor for the price; lightweight plastic, decal seam gaps, no on/off switch etc. We returned this item.
globe for kids Posted 11/15/2009 by nancy white - GRANDPARENT
The globe was perfect for a 4 year old who is beginning to show an interest in the world. He asks questions and now, thanks to a great globe that he can handle and understand, he can look for the answers by himself.
Illuminated Globe Posted 10/21/2009 by Stacey Virga
This globe was exactly what I was looking for as a learning tool for my kids. I was sold once I saw that it was made in U.S.A.
Just Okay Posted 4/17/2008 by Tracy Archuleta
We were not thrilled with the globe, but it was okay. Some distinction of states within the US would have been nice, but it might have been too cramped with the images too. The light bulb is very easy to access and change.
Review for Posted 3/6/2008 by Beverly A. Baridon
What a beautiful globe! I can even learn from it as a middle-aged grandma! It is lit up and so easy to identify countries and continents! I highly recommend this globe to any parent who wants to teach their 5-year old (and up) geography! It is the best ultimate tool for my granddaughter to learn so many aspects of geography,
My rating of Posted 7/1/2012 - RELATIVE
The product is smaller than expected. It is not as detailed and I envisioned it would be. Many of the geographical locations are not listed on the globe.
A rating of Posted 3/7/2012 by Cheryl Maki - GRANDPARENT
I bought this globe and mailed it to a child in another city. I ordered it again for a child here locally. After seeing the local one, I regretted the purchase. It seems very cheap and definitely not worth the $ it cost.
Information about Posted 1/23/2012 - GRANDPARENT
The globe was outstanding in every sense. The detail and color really caught the eye and made not only a great gift for our 8 year old grandson but made a beautiful addition to his bedroom. The detail was tremendous.
Great globe! Posted 7/21/2008 by sarah cirkiel
My nephew loved it! I didn't realize it lights up so it was even more of a good surprise for him. He's replaced his night light with the globe!
Kids Globe Posted 2/20/2008 by Lee Lawrence
Not a lot of detail. The light bulb only lasted about 5 minutes before it burned out. But, the bulb was easy to change. For the price it's not bad. My son loves it. I guess that's all that counts.
Nice Globe for 5 Year Old Posted 1/2/2008 by Don
This is an attractive globe having internal illumination and an on/off switch on the power cord. It shows some of the unique animal life associated with the various regions of the world. My 5 year old likes it.
Globe 4 Kids-Illuminated Posted 12/27/2007 by Cheri Pilant
I bought this globe for my 6 year old twin granddaughters. I absolutely refuse to buy anything not made in the USA. The girls loved to find the countries on the globe, and also the animals and plants indigenous to those countries. They like to turn off the lights and see it glow. They use it for a night light till they fall asleep. Mom turns it off. I am as happy with the purchase as the girls are.
Impossible To Read Globe Posted 12/12/2007 by Ann Marie
While cool looking, it was impossible to decipher the city, country etc. the writing is garbled, tiny and overcrowded.
Review of Posted 12/16/2009 by Steve Ingram - CO-WORKER
Will be given as gift
Great product! A bit pricey though Posted 10/15/2009 by Shelli Luther
My nearly five year old daughter absolutely loves it! She has a natural curiosity for where things are and how we all fit together right now. It was a perfect gift. She really likes the pictures and loves the fact that it lights up. We're a little constrained by the cord, but worked around it. I would have like it to be a bit bigger, but all in all a great product.
Globe 4 Kids - Illuminated Posted 9/24/2009 - GRANDPARENT
This is a great globe, reasonably priced, a good globe to start out with for the younger child.
globe 4 kids illuminated Posted 9/1/2009 by lisa
We gave this to our 5 yr. old granddaughter for her 5th birthday. The adults had as much fun looking for countries, continents, and enjoying the whales and animals indicative to each area. i think she'll enjoy this globe for a long time.
Great Globe! Posted 8/12/2008
wonderful globe for kids...great graphics
PERFECT Posted 11/14/2011 by Nicolette Corrao - RELATIVE
great learning tool disguised as a toy - he uses it as a night light too.
Information about Posted 12/25/2007 by Danielle Fyock
I am indifferent in regards to this globe. I am not unhappy or happy with it. I feel it could have been assembled a bit better. The two halves don't match up completely so you can see light shining through the middle of the globe.
Globe 4 Kids Posted 12/12/2007 - GRANDPARENT
This is a good looking and accurate globe. The line where the two halves are joined is too wide in places. So an uneven white line appears part of the way around the globe at the equator when the globe is illumunated.
Great! Posted 12/5/2007 by Miriam A. Tejada
Product is really what I expected.
A rating of Posted 11/11/2007 by Amy Kobb
I am very happy with the globe. My son is thrilled with it. We are a homeschool family and this globe is the perfect tool for our geography lessons. It has definitely met my expectations.
Light Up Globe - Great Posted 8/13/2007 by Stephen Marz
My 5 year old godson loved it, and immediately set it up in his room. His Mom told me that he is also using it as a night light - the glow from the globe is soft and not intrusive. Great product!
Review of Posted 7/26/2007 by Mary Meyerand
The globe is perfect for our 3 year old. I am happy that individual states are not outlines, would be too much detail for my toddler. I also love the animals and other "important facts".
Review of Posted 6/12/2007 by Craig Chenevert
Good quality. My grandson is fascinated with it. However, the bulb burned out on second day.
Information about Posted 5/15/2007
The globe was very useful in explaining the location of our wandering soldier to our daughters. Thank you.
A rating of Posted 4/5/2007 by Karen Coblentz
The globe was purchased for my grands - ages 4, 3, twins 1, who are and will be homeschooled. It seems to be made to last many spins and traveling fingers!
Globe for Toddler Posted 4/4/2007 by G. Ferrer
The Globe 4 Kids Illuminated was perfect for our purpose. I am the mother of a 2 year old girl. I will start traveling internationally and needed something to explain to our 2 year old about places I will visit. It had to be fun and something she can relate to. My daughter immediately took interest when she saw the whales in the ocean, animals in the different countries and faces in different nations. The illuminated globe worked as her night light too! Now, my 2 year old can point the state we live and faces and animals in countries I will be traveling. Never underestimate a toddler with their learning abilities.
My rating of Posted 4/1/2007
The globe was smaller than anticipated; however, this is probably better for small hands and will take up less space. The light seems to draw curiosity from the 5 and 2 1/2 yr. old boys. They liked the animals they could see.
Excellent Posted 3/29/2007 by Karen
A perfect first globe for kids. The pictures really add a lot.
Bright! Posted 3/27/2007 by Fatiha B.
My daughter loves it. She understands the concepts of flying to move from a place to another and how long it takes, how far it can be. She likes the logos representing countries or cities (Eiffel Tower for France, Statue of Liberty for NYC, Pyramids for Egypt). This is a good way for kids to better understand and expand their vision of the world we live in. The light is a bit too dark and when you move the globe you need to keep a hand holding it, because it does not stand still. Maybe it needs a heavier foot.
Review for Posted 2/25/2007 by D Huff
A great educational tool for kids!
A rating of Posted 2/8/2007 by Mary A. Reagan
Great conceptual globe. If you're looking for a detailed globe with all countries and states, this is not the product for you, but for a great globe for youngsters, this is it.
Review of Posted 1/23/2007 by Jungyoon Terry Park
It's little small than I expected. The light switch is hard to operate. (hard to roll)
Review of Posted 1/15/2007
Perfect as night light and a reference for an elementary school child.
Kids Globe Posted 11/22/2006 by Karen Piacentini
This was a birthday gift for my 7 year old nephew. My only issue with the gift is that apparently after it was plugged in for the 2nd time, something went haywire in the electrical plug. Replacing the light bulb did not work and my sister had to follow up with Fat Brain Customer Service to get a new plug. (Your customer service deparment was helpful.) Thank You
A rating of Posted 10/17/2006 by Michelle Adams
Perfect globe for little my niece and nephew!
My rating of Posted 10/12/2006 by Meredith Whiteley
I am a little disappointed in the size and construction of the globe. (It is more "plastic" than I expected.) This seems almost like a toy. I debated returning it, but have decided to keep it. I bought it as a Christmas gift for my 5 year-old grandson. I'm sure he'll be delighted, but I am concerned about how this globe will hold up.
Globe for Kids Posted 7/25/2006 by Kate Olson - RELATIVE
The illustrations are great and so easy to understand. The lighting produced is very nice and is easily accessible. My only complaint is that the material is not as sturdy as I imagined.
From a Mom Posted 7/18/2006 by Karen M - HOMESCHOOL
My 4 year old has always expressed interest in maps, so we thought that this would be the perfect birthday gift for him. I looked at several different globes on the Internet, but this one seemed ideal for his age. It was also a reasonable price for an illuminated globe. Now that we have it, we know that we made the right choice - the images are age-appropriate (he especially loves the sharks!) He tells us that he loves it because he has "adventures" all over the world as he falls asleep at night after prayers. A good buy.
globe 4 kids Posted 3/1/2011 by Phyllis La Barr - GRANDPARENT
This is a birthday gift and the birthday has not come yet. I think it is a very good quality gift that will last and last. I am sorry that the states aren't outlined on the globe.
Okay Posted 1/21/2009 - OTHER
It would be nice if this globe were bigger, which would alleviate the crowding of Eastern European countries and allow for all of the states to be marked. The plug-in cord comes from the base of the globe. That being said, it's sturdy enough to take a beating from a whole library of kids, and certainly does spark interest once anyone gets a look at it.
Perfect globe!
Posted 12/12/2012 by Karen Ford
My son absolutely loved this globe! He loves to see all the places he has been and what is special about them. The pictures really make it!
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