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Whistlefritz- Spanish for kids, Contest!

April 19, 2011 by Samantha 80 Comments

Whistlefritz– A new Spanish Language DVD for kids ages 2-6. The title is Las Estaciones (The Seasons).
It’s a cute video, featuring a little animated mouse as well as a Spanish speaking senorita. This one focuses on the weather and the four seasons. It’s really cute, and has fun and upbeat music that the kids can enjoy while learning a new language. I’m not liking the video as much as other Spanish learning DVDs, because, while it is cute, and I like the music- it is entirely in Spanish. It can be hard for kids to follow along, and because they have no idea what is going on, and they are speaking in full sentences- the kids get bored and stop paying attention. I have used this both in class and at home, and the kids didn’t love it as much as other ones I have used with them. It would be a good to use for a little variety with other Spanish language learning sets. That is how I am currently using it. They also can only seem to watch it for 15 minutes at a time or so. Once they become more fluent, you can use this DVD more regularly.
Here is some product information for you!

Spanish for Kids Made Fun and Easy …
Just Whistlefritz!
Founded in 2006, Whistlefritz was started by a mom who wanted to teach her own children
Spanish. Frustrated by the lack of high-quality Spanish immersion programs, she decided to create
her own Spanish DVDs and CDs for children … and so Whistlefritz was born and two award-winning
titles, Vamos a Jugar (Let’s Play) and Los Animales (The Animals) were released.

Learning to understand and speak Spanish – the world’s third most spoken language – opens
up a new world of opportunity for children, but it only works if the lessons can hold their attention.
That’s where Whistlefritz comes in. The series’ use of engaging stories, funny characters, lively music
and interactive fun makes it an invaluable and entertaining teaching tool that stimulates, educates and
allows kids to quickly and easily make the language all their own.

Believing that, during the learning process, switching back and forth between English and
Spanish makes it harder for a child to master the new language, the Whistlefritz series engages
children in “Spanish immersion”: learning Spanish by hearing and speaking it without any English
translation. Children are great mimics, so by adapting this teaching method, children are immediately
exposed to the repetition needed to master new words and phrases, bringing them along to exciting
new “language destinations” in every program and immersing them in the rich Spanish-language
environment.

In Spanish for Beginners: Adentro y Afuera – or Inside and Out – join teacher Maria and her
friend Fritzi the mouse as they help us learn the names of the different rooms of a house and the many
objects found throughout, then go outside to see what you find on a playground. While the program is
designed for children ages 2-7, the DVD includes a translation guide which lists all words in order of
appearance, providing an easy reference for parents who themselves may be learning Spanish for the
first time, making Whistlefritz perfect for the whole family!

Also available in the Whistlefritz DVD series are Spanish for Beginners: Vamos a Jugar,
which received numerous honors including the 2007 iParenting Media Award, Parents Choice
Approved Award, National Parents Center’s 2007 Seal of Approval, Creative Child Magazine’s 2007
Preferred Choice Award and a KIDS FIRST! endorsement. Spanish for Beginners: Los Animales also
received the National Parents Center’s 2007 Seal of Approval as well as the 2007 Honors Award by
the National Parenting Publications Awards and Creative Child Magazine’s 2007 Seal of Excellence.

Want to win one to try out? Here’s how to enter!

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OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

DISCLOSURE: A product sample was provided for review. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed in this post are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. Open to US shipping addresses only. Limited to US residents; 18 years old and above. Sponsor is responsible for providing and mailing prize. Ends May 5, 2011.

Filed Under: education, giveaway, kids, review

Fun Vidazorb Contest!

April 18, 2011 by Samantha 1 Comment

Vidazorb is holding an egg decorating contest where they are asking people to submit photos of their eggs that are decorated in either an earth day or Vidazorb/Zorbee theme, and they will be entered to win up to $100 and four bottles of Vidazorb. AWESOME, I am so entering!!!

Decorate an egg in a way that relates to Zorbee, the Belly, or Earth Day and post it on Vidazorb’s Facebook or
Twitter, and we will put it in our album for your chance to win!
You can find more details on Vidazorb’s Facebook!

Promotion begins 4/15/2011. Last eligible entry must be posted by 11:59 EST 4/25/2011

OFFICIAL CONTEST RULES

HOW TO ENTER – Visit Facebook.com/Vidazorb.Probiotic and post a picture of a decorated egg or post a link to the
picture at Twitter.com/BellyTweet. Each egg will be uploaded to the Vidazorb Egg Decorating Contest photo album on
Facebook and will count as one entry. Entry into the competition is only confirmed once the entrant’s picture is
displayed in the Vidazorb photo album.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS – Each entry MUST somehow be related to 1) Vidazorb®’s mascot Zorbee; 2) The
human stomach, or “belly” as we like to call it; or 3) Earth Day – which is April 22, 2011.
WINNER SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION – The entries will be randomly drawn and the three winners will be
notified no later than 5 p.m. EST on 4/27/2011. Winners will be contacted on whichever platform they submitted their
entry (Facebook or Twitter).
DISCLAIMER – No purchase or payment of any kind is necessary to enter or win this contest. A purchase will not
improve chances of winning. Open only to legal residents of the 50 United States and District of Columbia. By entering
the contest, you authorize Vidazorb to use your entry photo for promotional purposes.

Filed Under: holidays, kids

Elmo’s Green Thumb- Live!

April 18, 2011 by Samantha 3 Comments

Sesame Street Live “Elmo’s Green Thumb“

Presented by Vee Corporation
Thursday, April 21, 2011 at 10:30 AM
Friday, April 22, 2011 at 10:30 AM
Friday, April 22, 2011 at 7:00 PM
Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 10:30 AM
Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 2:00 PM
Saturday, April 23, 2011 at 5:30 PM
Sunday, April 24, 2011 at 2:00 PM
Location: State Theatre
Tickets: Gold Circle $40.00; P $34.00; A $28.00; B $22.00; C $14.00

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Opening night (Fri, 7pm) all non-premium tickets: $14 (premium seats = Gold Circle and Sunny Seats. Additional fees apply.)

When Elmo’s sunflower, Sunny, outgrows his flower pot, Big Bird’s garden seems to be the perfect place for Sunny to flourish. An excited Abby Cadabby, Sesame Street’s fairy-in-training, casts a spell to make Sunny grow faster. The spell does just the opposite and, instead of growing, Elmo and his friends shrink! As Abby tries to reverse the spell, Elmo, Zoe, Telly and friends explore Big Bird’s garden from a smaller perspective and learn some big lessons about patience, overcoming fears and appreciation of nature. From dancing ladybugs to grouchy beetles, get ready for a fresh, original Sesame Street Live on a whole new scale!

Sunny Seats are available for purchase for $75 each and includes a pre-show photo opportunity with two characters from the show and a VIP seat to the show. (Additional fees apply.)

Get the ultimate fan experience with Sunny Seats!The Sunny Seats Package includes a VIP Seat and a pre-show photo opportunity with two characters from the show. Sunny seat orders will include a special admittance ticket for entry into the Photo Opportunity. You will receive the special admittance ticket with the rest of your show tickets. All Photo Opportunities start one hour prior to the performance and last for 20 minutes. Latecomers may miss the opportunity. Meet at the merchandise stand in the main lobby to be directed to the photo opportunity. Please bring your own camera.

GROUP DISCOUNTS:10+ people: $3 off (excluding Sunny Seats, Gold Circle, and Opening Night)
Group Discount Hotline: 732-247-7200, ext. 517 (groups@statetheatrenj.org)
School / Daycare Group Discount:
Kids Matinees (Thu and Fri – 10:30 am shows): School/daycare groups of 10 or more receive $10 tickets for the $14, $22, 28 and 34 price range. (excluding Sunny Seats and Gold Circle. Additional fees apply.) Group Discount Hotline: 732-247-7200, ext. 517 (groups@statetheatrenj.org).

Filed Under: family, kids

Whrrl from Radio City’s Madagascar LIVE show!

April 17, 2011 by Samantha 14 Comments

More check-ins at Radio City Music Hall

Filed Under: family, kids

AFRICAN CATS

April 15, 2011 by Samantha 1 Comment

NARRATED BY SAMUEL L. JACKSON

SEE “AFRICAN CATS,” SAVE THE SAVANNA

“AFRICAN CATS” POSTS STRONG ADVANCE SALES

IN SUPPORT OF AFRICAN WILDLIFE FOUNDATION INITIATIVE

With more than $1.7 Million in Advance Sales, Disneynature Already Set to

Save More Than 9,500 Acres… and Still Counting

“African Cats” Motion Picture Opens on Earth Day, April 22, 2011

BURBANK, Calif. (April 11, 2011) – “African Cats” is still more than two weeks from opening on Earth Day, but moviegoers have already bought $1.7 million in tickets to see the movie during its opening week (April 22-28) and save the African savanna in the process. Thanks to the “See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” initiative, Disneynature’s pledge to make a contribution in honor of everyone who sees the film opening week already translates to more than 9,500 acres of land within Kenya’s Amboseli Wildlife Corridor—and that number continues to rise.

“We are very impressed with the passion people are showing for ‘African Cats’—advance ticket sales for this film have surpassed both ‘Earth’ and ‘Oceans’ at this stage of the game, which shows how excited moviegoers are for both the movie and the ‘Save the Savanna’ initiative,” said Alan Bergman, president, The Walt Disney Studios. “The Amboseli Corridor is an essential passage utilized by so many animals in the African savanna. The advance ticket sales so far will allow Disneynature with African Wildlife Foundation’s assistance to conserve more than 9,500 acres of this passage—which equates to 19 Disney’s Animal Kingdoms, or nearly two-thirds the size of Manhattan—and we still have two weeks till opening day.”

“The ‘See “African Cats,” Save the Savanna’ program transforms the movie going experience into tangible on-the-ground conservation action. The commitment of Disneynature combined with the passion of moviegoers will raise critical funds to conserve the land that the magnificent species featured in ‘African Cats’ call home,” said Dr. Patrick Bergin, CEO, African Wildlife Foundation. “Through this amazing collaboration, we celebrate our 50th Anniversary together with Disneynature and all the people who are helping establish the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor.”

“See ‘African Cats,’ Save the Savanna” continues Disneynature’s conservation efforts, which began with its first release, “Earth” (2009), for which three million trees were planted in Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. The program in support of “Oceans” (2010) helped establish 40,000 acres of marine protected areas in The Bahamas, which contain miles of vital coral reef.

“SEE ‘AFRICAN CATS,’ SAVE THE SAVANNA”

During the film’s opening week (April 22-28), a portion of the proceeds from that week’s ticket sales will be donated to the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to ensure the future of lions, cheetahs, elephants, zebras, giraffes and a host of other animals in the vibrant African savanna. The AWF will be working to protect the Amboseli Wildlife Corridor, a passage between the Amboseli, Tsavo West and Chyulu Hills National Parks that is frequently used by a variety of wildlife.

The film, which will be released in theaters worldwide, opens in North America on April 22, 2011. Tickets for groups of 20 or more are already available in the United States by calling 1-888-DISNEY6. Tickets are also available online at www.disney.com/africancats.

There are also a number of innovative online efforts underway that allow moviegoers to pledge their commitment to the film and in doing so, support the cause.

· Like Disneynature on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/Disneynature

· Pledge to see “African Cats” on Eventful: http://eventful.com/africancats

· Join the “African Cats” grassroots community and donate to the African Wildlife Foundation on Causes: http://www.causes.com/africancats

· Buy tickets through Disney Tickets Together: http://apps.facebook.com/ticketstogether/

Filed Under: animals, disney, kids

Max, the Wonder-Dog!

April 15, 2011 by Samantha 12 Comments

Max’s Word of the Day is 18. “OF”

It’ s not every day we get to work with a real-life hero! Max, an advocate for leader-dogs who spend their furry lives helping blind or visually impaired people live normal lives, is on a blog tour to raise money and awareness for his cause! His goal is to raise $40,000, be we all know he will surpass that.

Leader Dogs for the blind has trained over 13,500 dogs and people from 39 countries to use a leader dog.

Max is an award winning childrens book author who is dedicated to helping children manage similar experiences in their lives. Maximus, a.k.a “Max,” is an English Labrador who shares stories about his real life experiences from his point of view so children can relate too. You can purchase Max’s newest books, ask him questions, enter his contests, ask him for his paw-o-graph, shop, or share your own adventures at this website!

Max’s newly realeased book, “Dogs Work Too! From Max’s Point of View” once again follows the “adventures”of six-year old yellow English Labrador Retriever, Max, educating adults and children about how working dogs at Leader Dogs for the Blind “have everyday responsibilities, just like humans,” Majewski says. Max also has published a “Color With Max Activity and Coloring Book” sharing more adventures and activities for children.

You can also help out by voting for Max on The Telly Awards and casting a “THUMBS UP” vote. The competition starts on March 28th, 2011 and lasts for four weeks. (You can vote daily!)

“We excited to share our video as well the story about Leader Dogs for the Blind. We created the video so children and adults understand the true value of sight and sound. Your vote supports of our efforts but especially the efforts of staff members, volunteers, parents, teachers, family and friends who often go unrecognized. Give us a “Thumbs Up” vote as a symbol of support to in an effort to help those that who are visually impaired or Blind,” Majewski adds.

Since I do most of the posts around here, I thought I would give my dog, Chaac the Wonder-Dog, a chance to interview Max. He can flex his reporter-muscles!

Chaac

Max, on the cover of his new book!

(Chaac) Q: what’s it like to be a working dog?

(Max) A- Chaac, Let me tell you it is the most rewarding thing a story telling dog can do in the world. I am able to share the importance of reading, writing, and every day educational lessons to bring children and parents together in participation, as well the important value of caring and giving those in our community whom may be in need though promoting charitable fundraising efforts. Oh lets not forget the pup-a-razzi and photo shoots, the car rides to events, and the numerous petting that children and parents give me. Its the life!

Q: Do you get paid holidays?

Yes, because some of the times I have to travel in parades, and attend library function. My pay usually is dog treats and car rides, so I don’t mind.

Q: Are you in a union?

Well, I don’t work for the government like some of my police and fire dog buddies. I know there in a Union. I really haven’t been asked to join one.

Q: What is your favorite treat?

A. Peanut Butter Biscuit. But I have to watch out for those other dogs who are allergic. I make sure to tell them I eating one to protect their health.

Q. Well, how PC of you! Are you a dog food brand ambassador?

A. That is a great question. At this time we have not been officially asked. I do have a few brands I would be happy to represent, but at this time I am just waiting. Maybe I should hire you to be my agent!

Q Maybe you should! I work cheap 🙂 Where do you like to shop for your chew toys?

A. Silly the Pet Store!

Q: Max- did you not get your 22 hours of sleep today? Haha! So- did you do much research on your vet before deciding?

A. Of course I did! See I want to live long and be healthy so I made sure I received referrals, I took a tour of the facility and checked on their costs. I also reviewed each doctors credentials. My favorite doctor I like to visit is Dr. Julie because she often whispers in my ear and tells me how big a fan she is of my books. I actually have a picture of her in my coloring Activity book!

Q: That’s cool. My vet got rid of my worms when I was adopted- good guy! Does your person insist on making you take showers, too? GROSS!

A. Of course silly! Don’t you? I often take baths because I love swimming. Every time I jump into a pond or lake I take a bath. Also after long walks and car rides where I get hot and sticky. Oh, my brother tends to drool on me from time to time to you can also count those unexpected baths.

Q How do you feel about current leash laws in your state?

A. Interesting Question! I actually like the law in Michigan. Now my reason is that I love walks and just like children owners or parents all have different ways of raising. I have found a few times having to protect myself because an unruly dog wanted to come over and get my autograph. I prefer those well behaved dogs and owners who first ask over someone trying to tackle me. So, I am on a leash at all times except swimming or playing in my yard or at a dog park where its legal to be off the leash.

Q. Does your human have to clean up after you as well? (HAHAHA, and they think they own US!)

A. Actually I am very good about return my toys to my toy area. The only time I require a good clean up afterwards is when it is raining and I bring in mud from outside. Of course this is not my fault, but I feel bad because my father usually has to get the carpet cleaner out.

Q. Hey, Max, I think you missed my point on that one! LOL. Does your human get mad at you when you FINALLY get the squeekee out of the fuzzy toys? (Hello! That’s what I want it for!)

A. Actually I take all the fuzzy and the squeekee out and try to hide it before my parents remove it. I just don’t understand why I cannot chew it. Oh well. I usually chew to the point there is no more squeeking sound. Thats when they take it away from me.

Q. Humans. They never get it! Speaking of humans- those little humans- do they pull your tail, too? Mine pokes my eye sometimes when giving me treats…mmmmm, treats…..

Oh great question. See my parents are very good at explaining at my events how to properly pet me. NO tapping on the top of the head. That’s get annoying, just a nice rubbing on my shoulders and back. If it does happen I take a stare back at the child and shrug my shoulder then look at my parents. That usually is my sign to them to ask the child to stop.

Q. Have you figured out how to get the peanut butter out of the ball yet? (And can you tell me?)

Yes, I have. You have to Lick counter clock wise! Boy I enjoy when I get the ball with peanut butter. UMMMMMM!

Max- Wow! Those were great questions. Thanks for the interview. I hope you learned a lot about me. Thank you again for hosting the blog book tour for me.

Hugs and Licks:

Max!

Filed Under: animals, kids

ScareMeNots- you are going to love them! (One of my all time Favs!) + Contest

April 14, 2011 by Samantha 211 Comments

To wrap up my “Big Boy Bed” Sweet Dreams celebration, I am returning to an “old friend”. Those of you who follow me on Facebook or Twitter have no doubt read my updates and seen the photos of our buddy, ScareMeNot, Protector Patty! We just love her. She has been a constant in Little Man’s crib, nap mat, car rides, and now bed, since she got here back in the fall. What a great idea this is- a Monster for your Monsters! These huggable and friendly monsters, the ScareMeNots, have been to school and learned all the ways to protect your little one from any “boogie men” and monsters under the bed that may be lurking after mom and dad close the door at night and the lights are out. They also seem to be able to help a bit with bad dreams. (Why not? The power of suggestion is an amazing thing- run with it!) They have these great tails that allow them to hang from just about anywhere- you can also tuck it under the bed to keep an eye out, if that is your biggest monster woe. Most of them have lots of extra eyes, all the better to watch out at night and keep a nervous sleeper safe and sound (and calm, so able to sleep!)

As a woman who puts over 20 kids down for nap/bed every day, I can tell you that anything that makes this job easier is worth is weight in gold. But they don’t charge gold- they are really priced right! I have to say, I have bought more then one of these as a gift. They really are perfect, and any kid will love it!

Now Scare Me Nots come in a Travel Size- perfect for us (ahem!) and now Patty has a “baby”, and Little Man has a little buddy- Deep Breath Dudly! Not only is he just as powerful at protecting your sleeper from wayward monsters, proving once more that good things DO come in small packages, but he also benefits a great cause- Kids Sleep Disorders. For every Dudley purchased, a donation will be made to the Children and . I love companies (And monsters!) that care!

Little Man also brought Patty and Dudley to school- as usual, lol- and when they woke up from naptime, they were all very hungry. Since Patty is the Mommy, she had fruit. Since Dudley is the baby, he got a cookie. (Sound like real life? LOL)

OK, so- one of you will get to win a ScareMeNot to add to (or start!) your own collection 🙂
Can’t wait? Buy one now Here!

Mandatory entry
You must be a public follower on Google Friend Connect.
Leave me your email so I can contact you if you win.

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-Follow ScareMeNots on Twitter and Tweet about this giveaway.
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– Like Scare Me Nots on FaceBook – I’d love you to tell them Have Sippy Will Travel Sent you! Never required, always appreciated!

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-Subscribe to Have Sippy Will Travel by email, and confirm subscription
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– Follow me on Twitter ( you can use my adorable button to the side!) and tweet about this contest
#WIN ScareMeNots- you are going to love them! (One of … http://t.co/EXh3fQj @HaveSippy @ScareMeNot

Please make sure you follow first!
+2 entries

– Email a friend about this contest, with a CC to me at kangabunnie@gmail.com
(you get an extra entry if they enter, too!)

-Add my button to your blog, and leave me the link so I can find it

– Follow me on “Networked Blogs”- I just added it, LOL

– blog about this giveaway, and link back to this contest (leave me the URL in comment, please)

-Add me to your blogroll, with a link back to me

– Vote for me on “We’re On The Fence!” (Just Click the Button to the left that says “We’re On the Fence” until it confirms you voted for your’s truly!)

– enter another one of my giveaways

– comment on a non-giveaway post

OOO, so many ways to win! Good luck!

Filed Under: giveaway, kids, review

PetCakes Update!

April 14, 2011 by Samantha 1 Comment

PetCakes® Collectibles Series 1 and Series 2 can be purchased on our E-Commerce site www.petcakesetc.com. Right now if you purchase two to four PetCakes® Collectibles you will receive four PetCakes® Collectibles Minis free. OR you can purchase just the minis. It is a 4 pack and it costs $11.99 plus $4.99 postage and handling.

Just in time for Easter!