Bible Journaling Kit from Ellie Claire

The winner of the Bible Journaling kit is Diane, who commented on Facebook that her favorite verse is:  Jeremiah 29:11. For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future."

Congratulations, Diane! 

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Bible Journaling has become quite a popular thing these days.  I'm not much of a drawer, so I never embraced the idea fully.  I do underline or highlight things though.  However, after recently been given the opportunity to review a Bible Journaling Kit, I am now becoming a convert.  :)

This kit contains a journaling pen, 8 colored pencil twists (no sharpener needed!), 4 sheets each of word stickers and alphabet stickers, 24 tab stickers, a ruled page protector mat with tracing lines, and a lovely pouch to hold everything in.  Everything you need to get started.  Well, except for a Bible, but you probably already have one.  If not, there are many journaling Bibles to choose from.  I have one on my wish list for Christmas.

I still can't draw well, but I'm trying.  It's like a person who can't sing but loves to and makes a joyful noise to the Lord.  :)  Well, I'm spending time in God's word and doodling some in my Bible.  That can't be a bad thing.

Here are just a few of the things I have drawn/written in my Bible with this kit.

  

Like I said, I'm not one whose strength is drawing (remember, I'm a photographer), but I'm willing to give it a try if it helps me to remember God's word better.

If you have ever wanted to get started with Bible journaling or know someone who would, now is your chance.  You can enter to win your very own kit!  Simply leave a comment on this post telling me your favorite Bible verse.  Mine is Philippians 4:13: I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.

(Only those in the U.S. are eligible to win the kit.)

The last day to enter is Thursday, December 8.  I will randomly draw a winner on Friday, December 9, and announce it here.

Also, Worthy Inspired and Ellie Claire are giving away 5 kits on their website. Check out this link to enter: http://bit.ly/BibleJournalingKitGiveaway.  And while you are there, be sure to download the free coloring pages.

Here are a few links to check out for more information or to purchase the kit:

            Barnes & Noble: http://bit.ly/BNBibleJournaling

Amazon: http://bit.ly/BibleJournaling

Books-A-Million: http://bit.ly/BAMBibleJournaling

Christian Book Distributors: http://bit.ly/CBDBibleJournaling

Thanks for stopping by!

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Janet's Planet {review & giveaway}

Science has never really been my thing.  However, my kids love science.  Mixing baking soda and vinegar together to see what happens.  Exploring for cool-looking "fossils".  Identifying different insects.  Wait, maybe I do like science!  :)

So since I have some science-loving kids, I thought I'd check out the Janet's Planet DVD.

What fun!  Janet Ivey makes learning about microgravity so interesting!  I found myself wanting to watch and learn!  And while I haven't watched the DVD with my kids yet, I just know they are going to love it.  She explains things so well that you don't need a Ph.D. to be able to understand.

From Janet Ivey

“For the past decade, science education has been my passion and America’s children have been my inspiration. It is incredible to see how excited children can become about the world around them when the information is presented in an accessible and fun way. That is the mission of Janet’s Planet, and I look forward to continuing to support better science education in the years to come.”  

This particular DVD was about 40 minutes long and had lots of pictures and fun graphics thrown in.  And at the end we get to see how fun it would be to experience micro gravity as Janet Ivey embarks on a fun adventure.  I think this DVD would make a great addition to any teacher or homeschooler's curriculum.

For more information, here are a few sites to check out ...

Website: http://www.janetsplanet.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Janets-Planet/59026154727

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jpjanetsplanet

And if you'd like the chance to win your own copy of this Janet's Planet DVD on Exploring Microgravity, just leave a comment telling me your favorite subject in school.  Were you a "math geek" as my boys call my daughter?  Or were you an English nut that is right now cringing at the mistakes in my writing?  Or, like my soon-to-be-10-year-old son, are lunch and recess more your thing?  Just shout it out in the comments!  Well, don't shout 'cuz that's kinda rude.  :)

I will randomly pick a winner on Friday, April 5, and announce the name right here on my blog.

Thanks for reading! 

Oh, and don't forget that I'll be picking the winner of the book, What I Wish I Knew at 18, on Wednesday.  So if you want a chance to win it, click on the link.  Thanks!

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VeggieTales ~ The Little House That Stood

Our family has loved VeggieTales videos for quite some time now.  I honestly don't remember which video was the first that we bought, but we have quite a collection now.  And even though my kids aren't so little anymore, they still love their Veggies. 

The Little House That Stood is the latest VeggieTales DVD.

In true Veggie fashion, the lessons taught in this video are done in such a way that they are fun and entertaining while getting a great point across.  Actually two great points.  One is that if we build our lives on a firm foundation (God's word), even when the storms of life come (and they will!), we can stand strong.  The second story teaches us to offer help to those who need it (the story of the Good Samaritan).

And, of course, squeezed in between is a Silly Song by Larry.  It will definitely make you smile.  

And appreciate your teeth.  

Seriously.

I let the kids watch this DVD earlier this week and when I asked Nick what he thought of it he said, 

"I really really really really really really really really really really really really liked it!"  

He probably actually said "really" a few more times than that.  I'm thinking that maybe perhaps he liked it a little?  :)

The Little House That Stood DVD will be released on Tuesday, March 5.  But if you'd like an opportunity to win your own DVD copy, just leave a comment telling me your favorite children's video.  You have until midnight on Thursday, March 7, 2013, to enter.  I will randomly pick a winner and announce it here on my blog on Friday, March 8.

If you'd like more information about the video, here are some links to check out:

Website: http://veggietales.com/littlehouse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/veggietales

Twitter: https://twitter.com/veggietales

Trailer: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7K65sINFgro&list=UUhddokv0fxIN3BS-KZpxFfA&index=2

Thanks!  Have a very Veggie day!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

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Carlito C. Caterpillar's MathHouse Game Card Set

Recently I was given the opportunity to review this great math learning set geared towards Preschoolers and Kindergartners.  

Product Description

Carlito C. Caterpillar's MathHouse™ Game CardsBased on Domenico’s proprietary 20 Step Sensory Math Teaching System

Featuring two uniquely designed games to demonstrate each step (40 games in all)

The set contains

• 30 double-sided, full color, illustrated Game Cards
• Related editorial information explaining to parents The What, Why and How of Each Step
• Each 8" x 4" loose leaf card is printed on heavy card stock, lacquered to help protect from spills and ring bound to keep together and facilitate play

Alex and I were able to play a few of the games contained in these cards.  They were easy to understand, which is definitely a plus for me, and Alex enjoyed playing them.  He didn't even realize he was learning math.  Those are the kinds of games we love to play.

Along with the game cards, you can download some additional tools for free on the c3pla website.  Each card indicates if you need the downloaded manipulative aid, so there's no guesswork.  Each game builds upon skills learned in the previous games and they gradually get more difficult.  But they are set up in such a way that your child is learning math skills while having fun playing with Mom or Dad.

Alex and I are going to have lots of fun learning math with these fun cards!

To learn more about this great math teaching tool for your Preschooler/Kindergartener, check out their website at:

http://www.c3pla.com/products.shtml

or find them on Facebook at:

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Carlito-C-Caterpillars-MathHouseTM-Games/190370157687889

Additionally, if you'd like a chance to win a set of these cards, just leave me a comment telling me what your favorite subject was in school.  Were you a math guru, like my husband?  Or was English more your style, like me?  Or, like my son, Nicholas, did you look forward to lunch and recess?  Ah, eight-year-old boys.  :)

I'll randomly pick a winner on Saturday, October 22, and announce it here on my blog.

Thank you and good luck!

Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising."

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