June 3rd, 2011
Congratulations to Elaine O., the winner of our What’s In the Bible? DVD voucher contest! I know you and your church family will love this DVD! I’ve sent you an email – please get in touch within 72 hours with your mailing address so I can get this voucher in the mail for you and you can start enjoying this DVD Bible survey for children!
May 27th, 2011
Thank you to everyone who took the time to enter the giveaway for a SmartLabs Toy of the winner’s choice!
Our winner of this giveaway is Erica G. who entered her name to win a Cupcake Decorating Studio! Thanks for your prompt response to my email Erica, enjoy your Cupcake Decorating Studio!
May 9th, 2011
This is a MamaBuzz review. The product was provided by: No Work Spanish for this review.
CONTEST CLOSED!
Congratulations to April B.! You have won the No Work Spanish giveaway! I just sent you an email – please let me know your mailing address within 72 hours so I can have this sent out to you! Enjoy!
No Work Spanish is a very unique product. These audio books were written by Anne Emerick, translated from English into Spanish, and put together on CD with both versions being read by bilingual actors. Each chapter is first read sentence by sentence. First, a sentence is read in English; then it is read in Spanish. When the entire chapter has been read sentence by sentence, it is then read all the way through in Spanish.
Designed to help people learn Spanish without the ‘work’ of a traditional language program, No Work Spanish takes a very different approach to language education. This approach is very modern, and incredibly inductive. I don’t feel that this approach is all one would need to become fluent in a language, or even to learn to read the language, but I do feel that these audio books have their place.
In order to become fluent every student needs to have a good input of audio from the target language. In order to really understand the cadences and syntax of a language, one needs to hear it spoken, and No Work Spanish does a great job of this. Still, I feel it is better suited as a supplement. Adults who have had former instruction in Spanish will be able to pick up a great deal of their vocabulary again as they brush off those rusty Spanish skills. However, children will learn much faster with a more traditional, direct-input approach. I believe it would take quite a while to build a workable vocabulary from such an inductive approach. I recommend trying out No Work Spanish as an adjunct to such a program, not as a replacement.
In that supplementary role, I think No Work Spanish is great! It is really a unique product, and my daughter (who hasn’t had any formal Spanish at this point) told me that she could pick out similarities between Spanish and English words just from overhearing me listening to the audio CDs. I think that is pretty neat! These are great to listen to when your hands are busy with some other work – when you are driving, washing dishes, cleaning house etc.
I received two audio books to review. The first is Yaks March on Washington; told from the perspective of a ranch dog, it follows the true story of an Idaho rancher who travels across the US with six yaks on his way to a Tibetan festival. This is a fun, short story, read by a male voice actor. The pronunciation of both English and Spanish is clear and authentic (to my ears at least), and the story is told on one CD. This practical, outdoorsy story will be very appealing to male students.
Poster Girl was my favorite. Read over two CDs by a female voice actor, this audio book has the added advantage of some of the vocabulary words being presented BEFORE the chapter is read. This direct presentation of vocabulary helps listeners pick up the words presented more quickly than the strictly inductive approach of the first story. This is the No Work Spanish version of a chapter book written for primary grade students (under the same title) and it follows a girl named Paula through her challenges in trying to make a better science poster than the girl who always manages to out-do her. My eight-year-old was interested in sitting and listening to this one for a while, so I think it’s a great fit for young, female students.
You can listen to free samples of these audio books online, and buy both of the first titles for $21.95 – a very good price. The audios are also available as MP3 downloads and as separate CD audio books. Additional titles are also available in the No Work Spanish product line.
You can find No Work Spanish on facebook and at their website.
You can also buy Yaks March on Washington and Poster Girl at Amazon.com!
CONTEST DETAILS:
I have one set of both of these audio books – Yaks March on Washington AND Poster Girl – to give away to one blessed winner in the US or Canada! To enter, please visit No Work Spanish and let me know which title in their audio series looks the best to you!
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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 Saturday, May 21st, 2011. One (1) winner will be randomly drawn for this set of two audiobooks on CD on Sunday, May 22nd, 2011 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 and Canada!
May 8th, 2011
CONTEST CLOSED - Congratulations to Erica G. who entered her name to win a Cupcake Decorating Studio! Thanks for your prompt response to my email Erica, enjoy your Cupcake Decorating Studio!
This is a MamaBuzz review. The product was provided by: SmartLab Toys for this review.
There are few things that my daughters love more than a craft kit. Everything is included, you just pop it open, and you go. Honestly, I like craft kits too – they REALLY cut down on the amount of time it takes to get a craft going for my little ones.
When we received the Snap Fashion Jewelry Studio kit in the mail to review, my oldest daughter in particular couldn’t wait to dig in. She was packing the box around, pouring over the Snap It Up! Idea book that comes with the kit and continually (CONTINUALLY) asking when we could open it.
So, before I get into details about what my children eventually created, here is what you receive in the box:
So, this art kit is recommended for children seven-and-up, but that didn’t stop the entire family from getting in on the action! My husband ended up supervising my three oldest girls (8, 5, 2.5 – I know, this kit isn’t recommended for 3 and under, naughty us!) while they made me Mother’s Day gifts from this kit! (So sweet!)
The darlings went wild! They used all the bases, both of the rings, the connector (which puts two snaps together), the glue (not all of it), pretty near all of the jewels, and most of the fabric circles! They made me two rings, and a necklace that used up most of their supplies (they put a LOT of snaps on it!) and some loose snaps as well from the younger children. Their creations were fairly simple – my children are young. You can purchase additional supplies to make the more complex projects presented in the idea book, but they were happy to keep things simple.
My smaller girls did have a bit of a tricky time getting their fabric just right. Some of the edges were a bit loose, and one came undone at the side. My oldest daughter – who is actually in the recommended age range – did a great job; all of her snaps are tight and sturdy!
With my children going through the supplies so quickly, I automatically wondered if refill kits are available to keep using the snap maker. Unfortunately there aren’t any refills available at the moment, you need to call SmartLab Toys to order refills on an individual basis. There MAY be refills available this fall.
You can purchase this kit for $24.99; this is a really fun sleepover, girly night, or sister-bonding project. Definitely add this to your birthday-party-wishlist that you give to your relatives – any young recipient will be absolutely thrilled!
My olest daughter has been haunting the SmartLab website for days now to learn about all of the other neat kits to make accessories for kids that they have available for budding crafters. Fellow homeschoolers, take note – you CAN count this as an educational toy, as it fits in well with the arts and crafts/home economics subject areas!
SmartLab Toys is offering Quiverfull Family readers a discount of 25% by using the code: BLOGBUZZ at checkout; from the SmartLab Toys store. This offer expires June 30, 2011. Be sure to check out The Free Zone! while you are there for great kids’ activities from SmartLab Toys.
You can also buy this kit at AMAZON.COM!
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CONTEST DETAILS:
I have 1 SmartLabs toy to give away to one blessed winner in the US or Canada! To enter, please visit SmartLab and let me know which toy you would like to win!
For additional entries:
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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 Friday, May 20th, 2011. One (1) winner will be randomly drawn for this craft kit on Sunday, May 22nd, 2011 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 and Canada!
May 6th, 2011
CONTEST CLOSED!
Congratulations to Elaine O., the winner of our giveaway! I know you and your church will love this DVD! I’ve sent you an email – please get in touch within 72 hours with your mailing address so I can get this voucher in the mail for you and you can start enjoying this DVD Bible survey for children!
Our family was recently exposed to the fairly new DVD series for children called What’s in the Bible. Keeping in mind that we are jumping in here with DVD #5, from what I’ve seen of this DVD What’s in the Bible is a zany, but comprehensive overview of the Bible for children. The fifth DVD in the series – Israel Gets a King! gives children an overview of I Samuel, II Samuel, and part of I Kings – the life of King Saul, King David, and King Solomon.
Created by Phil Vischer (one of the creators of the ever-popular Veggie Tales) the series exudes the same wild
sense of humor that Vischer brings to his projects. We even get to see Phil in the flesh as he handles parts of the speaking in the series. Basically, the cast is a crew of puppets (no veggies – all humanoid), Phil, and a few other voices and people. They have come together to form a television show (think The Muppets – there is even a pair of elderly ladies who watch the show on their TV.) that educates children about the Bible. There is quite an assortment of puppets, personalities, voices etc. that make my children laugh out loud and keeps them entertained while they learn. The puppets and Phil switch off speaking parts very often to keep children engaged.
The DVD is divided into two parts – each complete with theme song and ending segments, so you can watch the parts independently (around 30 minutes each), or in a single sitting. There is also standard chapter navigation built in. Part one revolves around Saul and David up until the point when Saul dies. Part two covers David’s reign and Solomon’s life.
This is a great, grammar-stage overview of the main people, places, and events of the books covered. This would be an excellent way to get a big-picture view of certain parts of the Bible before reading those books together as a family. Unlike Veggie Tales episodes that fictionalize and simplify biblical events for young children, What’s in the Bible is very up-front about even the aspects of these men’s lives that are typically omitted from children’s Bible stories. I love that. I can’t tell you how much.
Not only does this DVD not shy away from David’s adultery and Solomon’s 700 wives but it interprets these events correctly through God’s word, displays the consequences of disobedience, and shows God’s mercy when repentance is present. It is beautifully done and challenges children to decide which king THEY want to be like in their response to their inevitable sins and shortcomings. Brilliant. The series is also careful to weave God’s plan of salvation throughout the entire Bible, even back in I Samuel.
There is also a “Big Idea” segment where important theological truths are shared. In episode #5 the trinity is tackled. That’s a big idea for sure! It is very well done and my husband has referenced it a few times already when speaking of God with our children (he really digs this DVD too).
There are fun songs, colorful puppets, popsicle stick theater segments, flannelgraphs – all very upbeat and attention grabbing. I asked my children what they thought, “Hilarious!” They are 8, 5, and 2 – they will all sit through the entire DVD AND bonus features (bloopers, deleted scenes, and a popsicle stick theater skit about a melon monkey – think the boy who cried wolf). We have watched this DVD together as a family twice and my children are always glued to the screen. Better yet, they are retaining what they learn and sharing it with us at meal times.
We received this DVD to review.
You can learn more about this series at Whatsinthebible.com or Tyndale.com.
Also – so FUN – here are some free coloring pages for you to download of the puppets from What’s in the Bible?
CLICK HERE TO BUY NOW AT CHRISTIANBOOK.COM OR AMAZON.COM!
CONTEST DETAILS:
I have 1 DVD voucher that the winner can redeem at their local Christian retailer for a copy What’s in the Bible? #5: Israel Gets a King! to give away to one blessed winner in the US! To enter, let me know how you would like to use this DVD with your children!
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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, May 18th, 2011. One (1) winner will be randomly drawn for this DVD voucher on Thursday, May 19th, 2011 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!
May 4th, 2011
One of our current read alouds (for Canadian studies) is Owls in the Family – hilarious by the way! Sooo, when I saw this giveaway going on for owl pellets, I knew I had to enter. Seriously, we have been wanting to dissect owl pellets for SO long! Ahem. Doesn’t everyone? 
If you want to take a shot at winning some owl pellets too, you can enter here.
May 4th, 2011
We have a winner for our recent Rebecca St. James CD giveaway (I Will Praise You)! Congratulations to Erin C.! Erin won with her entry for putting the Quiverfullfamily.com button her blog! I’ve emailed you Erin, please respond within 72 hours with your mailing address so I can get this great worship CD heading your way!
April 21st, 2011
CONTEST CLOSED!
We have a winner! Congratulations to Erin C.! Erin won with her entry for putting the Quiverfullfamily.com button her blog! I’ve emailed you Erin, please respond within 72 hours with your mailing address so I can get this great worship CD heading your way!
Some CDs take a while to come to love. I Will Praise You isn’t one of those. Since its arrival in our home last night our family has been singing along, dancing, and praising our Creator. This is our first Rebecca St. James CD (the first she has recorded after our conversion actually, so it’s understandable why it is our first encounter with her music), and we haven’t been disappointed.
This is truly an open-and-go worship CD. There’s no time needed to get acclimated to the music, it is upbeat, has memorable lyrics, and is filled with emotion. Whenever I put it on I instantly have a living room full of praising and dancing little girls. The opening track is going to be a huge hit – “I Will Praise You” is not only infectious, but its sole purpose is to offer worship to God.
Musically diverse, there are definitely pop, dance, techno influences felt in the music. One of my favorite tracks “Shine Your Glory Down” actually reminds me a bit of Depeche Mode’s work in the early ‘90s. And I like it. A lot. It is really, very hard to stop yourself from dancing to these songs – particularly the first three – hands held high in the air as your heart is lifted in worship.
Beyond the instantly likeable worship tunes there are also more introspective, lyrical pieces such as “You Still Amaze Me” (with some faint symphonic elements – love them). Even these slower paced songs are still very strong – the music is powerful, and the lyrics are highly visual and emotive. Even songs I thought I wouldn’t enjoy based on their openings, such as “Almighty God”, won me over with their achingly beautiful chorus and harmonies.
An element that brings an additional layer of depth to richness to most of the songs is a choral singing with deliciously intertwined melodies as groups of singers raise their voices in song to the Lord towards the end of each of the songs. This rich, full song adds an element to the worship that is impossible to achieve with a single singer.
After seeing St. James on screen and reading her written work it has been a delight to get to know her in the medium she is best known for. These are the kinds of songs that become fast friends within the first or second listening. I’ll be coming back to these often.
CLICK HERE TO BUY NOW AT CHRISTIANBOOK.COM OR AMAZON.COM!
CONTEST DETAILS:
I have 1 copy of the I Will Praise You CD to give away to one blessed winner in the US or Canada! To enter, let me know if you are familiar with Rebecca St. James’ work!
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).
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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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5. Follow me on Twitter or let me know if you are an existing follower.
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 Monday, May 2nd, 2011. One (1) winner will be randomly drawn for this CD on Tuesday, May 3rd, 2011 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 and Canada!
April 20th, 2011
This week I am hosting a blog tour stop for Sheila Walsh’s How to Be God’s Little Princess. You can look for my review tomorrow, but until then I wanted to share some of the contests and events that are taking place around the release of this exciting new book for tweens.
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Sheila Walsh is celebrating the release of How to Be God’s Little Princess with a KINDLE giveaway and Facebook Princess Tea Party! “In How to Be God’s Little Princess, it’s my prayer that young girls will learn important life skills and discover for themselves how to navigate the do’s and don’ts of life. I want them to see that making wise decisions about clothes, friends, family, make-up, and more can be FUN! – Sheila Walsh Read what people are saying here. Sheila has put together a Princess prize package worth over $200!
One lucky winner will receive: * A brand new KINDLE with Wi-Fi & New Pearl Screen * How to Be God’s Little Princess (autographed copy) * A Princess Tea Kit (includes princess backpack, tiara, book, jewelry making kit, & mug) To enter click on entry ports below, then tell your friends! Hurry, giveaway ends 4/30! But wait! There’s more … On May 4th join Sheila at her Author Page on Facebook for the Princess Tea Party! She will announce the winner of the KINDLE, connect with readers and give away a ton of fun products from the Gigi and God’s Little Princess line! Tweens invited! Don’t miss the fun! She is looking forward to connecting and learning more about you – so be sure to stop by on May 4th at 5:00 PM PST (6 PM MST, 7 PM CST, & 8 PM EST).
April 19th, 2011
Congratulations to Beth Shepherd! You are the winner of our contest for a copy of The Crossmaker DVD! This is truly an EXCELLENT DVD! Enjoy! I have just emailed you. Please get in touch within 72 hours so we can have this sent out for you in time for Easter!
Please be on the lookout for our next contest faithful readers!
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