get 2 hides(not half logs) that are the same so the little guy can thermoregulate while feeling safe. half logs just really dont provide good security. The acurite they speak of is ~$12 and it is a hygrometer and thermometer and is a really useful tool and should be located either near the paint/misc hardware in a wal-mart or in the garden section at lowes. also the light dimmer(should run between $5-10) until you can get a better thermostat online
Explain how a light dimmer works to regulate the temperature, and is there anything in particular I need to look for in one?