The Sun Jar

The Sun Jar is a great product to add to your home this summer. It soaks up sun during the day and then provides a lovely night light when it's dark.

How does it work? Well, it features an efficient solar cell, a rechargeable battery and LED lamps hidden inside so the solar cell charges the battery to power the LED lights. Did you get all that? Well, all you need to know is that a smart light sensor automatically activates the light when it gets dark out. But if you'll be away from home on vacation, the jar also has an "off" switch to turn out the light and conserve energy.

The Sun Jar is made of a real Mason jar, which is, by nature water tight. This makes it as happy outside in the rain as it is inside on a windowsill. It's perfect to add a glow at a dinner parties outside or to take to the fireworks this summer. And your kids will love the portable light and learning about solar energy!

The Sun Jar is available from thinkgeek.com for $34.99.