Coleman Kids Firefly Lantern

by Coleman

Product Features

• A great home for insect friends
• Secret storage compartment holds lots of extra stuff
• Lid swivels for easy access, durable design stands up to rugged play
• Recommended for children ages 6 and up
• Fireflies not included

Product Description

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Catching fireflies--also known as lightning bugs--is a favorite nighttime summer activity for children. These magical insects and their soft, blinking auras have fascinated kids and adults for years. But instead of storing the fireflies in a jar with the top punctured to allow air, Coleman goes one step further with this Firefly Lantern.

Lid swivels for easy access.

Made of rugged plastic wrapped by wire mesh, the firefly lantern is perfect for camping trips or evening picnics that could include extensive bug searches. The lantern features a swiveling lid that opens and closes quickly and easily, and a metal handle that comes in handy during long walks or hikes, or for hanging from a tree or deck. The base of the lantern doubles as a discreet storage container with a removable bottom, but it doesn't have air holes for holding live bugs. At 8.5 inches tall (with a 2.5-by-5.25-inch base container) the lantern is lightweight and is sure to be a favorite summertime toy. And boy, it sure can hold a lot of bugs!

About Coleman
The Coleman Company has been creating and innovating products for recreational outdoor use since W.C. Coleman started selling gasoline-powered lanterns in 1900. Inventor of the hugely popular fold-up camp stove, Coleman developed a plastic liner for his galvanized steel coolers in 1957--the birth of the modern cooler--and the company has been improving their utility and design ever since. The array of products that bear the Coleman name now includes just about everything you might need to work or play outdoors, from tents and sleeping bags to boats, backpacks, and furniture.

Product Description

A safe, humane way to collect and study fireflies or any insects, the Coleman Kids Firefly Lantern is sturdily built to stand up to lots of use. The lid swivels for easy access to the main compartment, and there's even a secret storage compartment to hold other small treasures.

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Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 12 ounces
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004UE3X
• Item model number: 835-501K
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #156,059 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

14 of 14 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must for a summer evening!, January 17, 2001

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Adam (Westchester County, NY) - See all my reviews

= Durability:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Coleman Kids Firefly Lantern (Toy)

When I first thought of getting the Firefly lantern, I was skeptical that it was better than the traditional method of a jam jar with holes in the lid. Once I had the lantern, I am convinced it is better. Firstly, it allows the little critters to breath better since there is better airflow, and secondly it's easier to capture the Fireflies this way. It also looks a lot better than that old jam jar. Pick this up now even if you're an adult, or cherish the sweet summer darkness with your little ones.

12 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

1.0 out of 5 stars Highly DISSAPOINTED!!!, June 27, 2001

A Kid's Review

= Durability:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:1.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Coleman Kids Firefly Lantern (Toy)

We thought this was really cool because of the lantern shape, the swiveling top, and the wire mesh.Once we got it we relized it wasn't all it's cut out to be.It's great and it holds tons of fireflys... but the mesh it too wide.The bugs come out easily!I would understand if they didn't specify it for a certain insect, but it's a FIREFLY lantern.I had brought the lantern inside and I started to see them coming out one by one through the mesh.So if you just want to keep the bugs for a really short time then great, this is for you.But if your wanting to keep them in overnight,forget about it unless you want them crawling all over your house.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Our Daughter is a HUGE bug fan!, October 10, 2001

By A Customer

= Durability:5.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:4.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Coleman Kids Firefly Lantern (Toy)

My family started camping together for the first time since our children were born this past summer. As the excitement grew for our first trip, we bought our children this Firefly Lantern. Their first night was successful catching these interesting bugs. Now there is no limit as to the type of bugs that they catch and temporarily house in the lantern. It is much more durable than any of the other containers that we have ordered with "bug kits". The bugs are easily viewed while inside. Whenever I am helping them catch their creatures, I grab this container first because it is the easiest to close! I do recommend this product.