Life sciences are a fascinating field, and many children are entranced by the study of human anatomy – my six-year-old certainly is. However, the complex body systems, difficult to visualize positioning of organs within three-dimensions, and confusing terminology can make anatomy a difficult subject to master for children.

Rock ‘N Learn’s Human Body DVD is designed to make the study of anatomy, and the reviewing of key facts easy and fun. Designed for children in grades four through eight focuses on exploring the main body systems: skeletal, nervous, muscular, circulatory, urinary, respiratory, digestive, and an overview of the five senses.

The main portion of the DVD “Science Station” follows Kevin as Marko the talking pencil helps him study and review key facts about the human body in preparation for a test. The computer-animated models of various body systems are an incredible improvement on the flat, 2-D diagrams up using. Finally, children can easily picture the workings of the inner ear. A great deal of basic anatomical detail is covered in this 30-minute segment.

A “Practice Test” segment works students through four questions of a multiple choice sample exam (five minutes in length). The DVD’s characters reason through the questions aloud, providing a model for students to follow in their own thinking when facing standardized tests.

Along with a standard scene selection menu, a stand-alone of the “Alimentary Canal Song” which also appears in the main portion of the disc features words at the bottom of the screen. A bonus segment on the “Food Pyramid” is also included to provide basic information about a balanced diet. One of features I appreciated in the “Science Station” segment was an inclusion of health-related information and guidance there as well, expanding the versatility of this DVD beyond the realm of strict anatomy.

Concerned parents should note that no mentions of evolution or creation are mentioned – the DVD sticks to anatomical facts. The DVD also doesn’t cover or mention the reproductive system. Unlike other Rock ‘N Learn titles, there isn’t a strong emphasis on song in Human Body. The strength of this title is including spoken explanations, humor, and easy to understand visual models.

Most exciting however is how much children enjoy this DVD. Though my oldest is well below the age recommendation for this disc she repeatedly asks to watch it. That being said, the presentation isn’t childish, it is animated, and includes talking pencils and a talking butterfly, but Kevin is always treated respectfully as an independent learner.

The Human Body is an excellent supplement to any introductory study of anatomy. If a child masters the facts presented on this disc they’ll have a solid foundation of anatomical knowledge to build upon in more advanced courses of study.

A video sample from this DVD and a full list of the science vocabulary presented on this disc can be found on the Rock ‘N Learn website. U.S. readers can use coupon code JQ7711 for a 25% discount there.

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CONTEST DETAILS:

I have 1 copy of ANY Rock ‘N Learn DVD to give away to one blessed winner in the U.S. or Canada!  To enter, visit Rock ‘N Learn, and tell me which DVD you’d like to win!

For additional entries:

1. Subscribe to this blog for updates – see the left hand sidebar. Leave an additional comment letting me know you’ve subscribed (or if you already subscribe).

2. Write a post on your blog promoting and linking to this contest. Leave an additional comment with a link to your post.

3. Add the Quiverfull Family button (see the code box in the right hand sidebar under BUTTON UP!) to your blog’s sidebar, or let me know if you already have the button displayed. Leave an additional comment with a link to your post.

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Each additional step taken counts for 1 additional entry. A total of 6 entries are available if you complete all of these steps. Please leave a separate comment for each entry!

The contest will close at 12 a.m. MST on Wednesday, March 24th, 2010. One (1) winner will be randomly drawn for the Rock ‘N Learn DVD on Thursday, March 25th, 2010 and notified by email. Please fill your email address in the comment form when you are completing your comment so that I can contact you. The winners must respond with a mailing address within 72 hours of my email, or a new winner will be chosen. This contest is open to those living in the US/Canada.

I look forward to seeing God bless a reader with a great educational DVD!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of wellnessdaily.com. All opinions are 100% mine.

It seems like this is the year for getting fit!  More of my online friends than ever before are motivated and ACTUALLY, FINALLY making the efforts to lose some weight – myself included.  Today I found a website that’s new to me – www.wellnessdaily.com – and I’m amazed at the wealth of content rich information available there.

Now that I’m actually losing weight it seems that my lack of success in the past had more to do with a lack of motivation and a mind set to keep going, to care, to persevere, than it had to do with any lack of instruction or know-how.  One of the neatest things about Wellness Daily is that users can set  up their own customized news feeds to deliver the personal health and wellness inspiration that you need on a daily basis.

Right now, they’re holding a Twitter contest for a chance to win a WellnessDaily.com prize package which include coupons for a year-long supply of Jennie-O Turkey Store product and a one-year gym membership, valued at $1,250.  You can find all the details on how to enter here.   Basically, you’ll be wanting to tweet this, “Enter to win $ towards a gym membership & JENNIE-O turkey products. Just follow @wellness_daily & RT this! http://bit.ly/9WAM8X” if you live in the US and want to enter.

Free turkey and the gym – best wishes for your weight loss this year!

Thanks to everyone who came by for our Integrity Music iTunes card contest!  Our first five commenters were:

Heather, Tami, pchanner, Danielle Hull, and Heather

I’ve emailed you all with your codes, please enjoy the music!

This is the first time we’ve had this problem, but I was unable to contact the initial winner of our Tiny Baby Jesus Contest. As a result we have a new winner – congratulations Stephanie N! I’ve emailed you, please get in touch within 72 hours .

Thanks so much for your patience in learning the winner of the Tiny Baby Jesus Contest!

I’m very happy to announce that our winner is Dawn, who looks forward to reading this title with her little boy!

Please get in touch (I’ve sent an email) within the next 72 hours to claim your book!

Thanks to everyone who entered, and please check back for more contests!

CONTEST CLOSED!

Our first 5 comments are: Heather, Tami, pchanner, Danielle Hull, and Heather.  Congratulations and enjoy your music!

Some of you may remember my review of Integrity Music’s Christmas compilation Worship and Adore. This January I received 5 iTunes download cards that are loaded with 10 Christmas themed songs from Integrity artists.

They are:

Joseph – Don Poythress
Emmanuel – Hillsong Live
Go Tell – Israel and New Breed
Hark - Israel and New Breed
Hallelujah – Hillsong/Darlene Zschech
O Little Town of Bethlehem – Hillsong
The Christmas Hope – NewSong
He Made A Way In A Manger – Vicky Beeching
Holy Is The Child – Joel Augé
Offering (Christmas version) – Kari Jobe, Jared Anderson, Paul Baloche, Kathryn Scott, Lincoln Brewster, Glenn Packiam, Christy Johnson, Augé, Poythress and Beeching.

So, while Christmas is over, it’s ALWAYS a good time of year to rejoice in the blessings made possible through the birth of our Savior as a babe.

And because my internet access is spotty, and these cards expire on January 31st, here’s the deal!  The first five people in the US (cards are US only – sorry dear readers!) to leave a valid comment with their email address letting me know which song they are most looking forward to enjoying will receive a free download code for use with the US version of iTunes!  With time being short I’m just going to email it to you, okay?

Ready, set, go!

This is a Sponsored Post written by me on behalf of Club House. All opinions are 100% mine.

My husband absolutely loves gravy.  In his mind, any meal can be salvaged with a liberal slathering of the salty, brown, fatty sauce.  It definitely comes from his childhood – gravy is a comfort food.  But, as a vegetarian from the time I was 12 to the time I was in my mid-twenties, making gravy isn’t something I learned to do very well.  To be honest, drippings kind of freak me out – they can be chunky, and greasy and…yup, it’s the vegetarian past coming back to haunt me!

Sure, I can pull it off, but it’s not…super-good.  Does making gravy stress you out?  It does for lots of women – particularly around big holiday/family meals.  My mom always thinks something is wrong with her gravy (too salty, too thin, too thick etc.), even when it’s great!

Club House gravy has gravy mixes that you can add your own roast drippings to for a tasty gravy.  You can find some easy to learn tips in their gravy tips video.  When you sign up at their newsletter sign-up and contest entry form, you’re automatically entered to win a Club House Gravy Gift Pack that will give you the tools you need to make gravy any time – even if you don’t have the greatest drippings on the block!

Congratulations to the two winners of our My Little Pony: Twinkle Wish Adventure DVD giveaway!  Congratulations to Lynn Matthews and Michelle!  Please send me your mailing address within 72 hours, and I’ll get these in the mail for you!

Thanks to everyone who entered!  Stay tuned for some more fun giveaways in the near future!  I’ve been a bit slack this past week, but I figure that everyone’s pretty busy at this time of year .

Thanks to all who entered our Tropical Traditions Coconut Oil contest!  Our winner is laurhd who is also interested in trying Tropical traditions Red Palm Oil!  Congratulations!

I’ll be sending you an email shortly, please let me know your shipping details within 72 hours.

And stay tuned for more great contest to come!