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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 0.42px;">I work at a wonderful local farm and have access to some of the best produce I have ever tasted. It is such a fantastic feeling to feed my family the freshest fruits and vegetables around, not to mention how much I love buying local and supporting an actual farm, as opposed to just going to the grocery and getting fruits and veg from who knows where. However, I do realize that even if I could get them to eat broccoli, kale, etc. several times per day, they still need additional supplements to get the maximum nutrition they need. So when </span><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 0.42px;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I was recently given the opportunity to review the </span></span><span style="background-color: white; letter-spacing: 0.42px;"><b>MegaFood Kids Nutrient Booster Powders™</b>, I decided it would be a good opportunity to see if they would be a fit for us. </span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I was especially excited about the Kids' Daily Multi containing turmeric, as I have read over and over how beneficial it is! In case you haven't heard about it, click <a href="https://draxe.com/turmeric-benefits/">here</a> or <a href="http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2016/06/20/turmeric-spice-of-life.aspx">here</a>.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We decided to use one of the recipe cards that was included in our sample box and make the no bake Peanut Power Bites. My 11 and 9 year old girls made them with no help at all from me. Super easy and healthy! The other thing I love about these powders is that they contain no artificial sweeteners. I'm always surprised (and appalled) when so-called health products contain those poisons. These do not (see below for additional health info)!</span></span><br />
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<li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">It’s tough getting our kids to take their vitamins. That’s why MegaFood partnered with Kauai Organic Farms, Lundberg Family Farms, and Uncle Matt’s Organic to whip up kid-friendly powders that can be slipped into just about anything, making good nutrition just that much easier to swallow. MegaFood Kids Booster Powders are perfect for children who have difficulty swallowing, or resist taking a tableted multivitamin. They’re easy to digest and don’t cause stomach upset. Like all MegaFood supplements, they’re tested free of gluten, dairy, soy, pesticides and herbicides. And, unlike other kids vitamin brands, MegaFood Nutrient Booster Powders contain NO sugars, sweeteners, flavorings, colorings or preservatives! MegaFood offers three Kids Nutrient Booster Powders to support the health and well-being of children five years of age and older.</span></li>
<li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Kids Daily Multi: Kids Daily Multi promotes well-being and healthy development, with organic turmeric, carrots, fresh fruits and 23 essential vitamins and minerals per serving.*</span></li>
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<li style="box-sizing: inherit;"><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Kids Daily B-Centered: Kids Daily B-Centered featuring Lundberg Family Farms organic brown rice, provides daily support for mental focus, cognitive function, and a sense of calmness.* Formulated with a full spectrum of FoodState® B Vitamins, this blend supports healthy mental and physical energy levels.*</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I have been homeschooling my fantastic kids long enough to have seen and heard all kinds of opinions on the importance, or not, of teaching Latin. Since I took Latin in high school, I have been on the "yes" side of the fence, even though I understand that some people see it as unnecessary. I have not followed a "classical" approach in our education, taking a more eclectic approach, however, I do see great value in learning Latin. Several of my children are learning Italian, French and/or Spanish, so Latin will help with those languages, as well as help immensely with our native language, English. Last fall I decided that I needed to finally add Latin to our list of courses.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I received the downloadable version of <a href="http://www.compassclassroom.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=367&url=307"><b>Visual Latin 1 and 2</b></a> from <a href="http://www.compassclassroom.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=367">Compass Classroom</a> for the purpose of review. Each lessons pairs three videos, featuring teacher Dwane Thomas, with worksheets for different learning styles to guide students from grammar concepts, to practice sentences, to reading in Latin! There are 60 lessons in total. <a href="http://www.compassclassroom.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=367&url=307"><b>Visual Latin</b></a> is available in three formats: DVD, download or streaming. Included in the downloads are lesson worksheets, a teacher's guide, vocabulary lists and quizzes. This course is suggested for ages 10 and older. It also provides 2 high school credits, which is one reason why I am so excited about it!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This school year we have been working our way through <b>Visual Latin 1</b>, which is 30 lessons. We haven't used too many video-based programs in our school, so I wasn't sure how well it would work. It has worked perfectly! It is super easy to use. Just cue up the video and print out the worksheets for whatever lesson you're on. Mr. Thomas has a quirky and fun sense of humour and is very engaging in the video lessons. Even though I primarily wanted my grade 10 student to work through these lessons for high school language credit, I decided to make it a family affair and include everyone. So, in addition to my grade 10 student, I also included my students in grade 8, grade 5 and grade 4, as well. I am amazed by all they have learned this year. We have a had a great time learning together and already look forward to continuing with <b>Latin 2</b> next year.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It was rather hilarious to start this program and find Latin everywhere we turned. Books, movies, other school curricula. All the children were noticing it and having a good time doing so. We also had a few laughs over the sentence structure in Latin and how the sentences remind us a bit of Yoda. For example, "They are bright in the sky the stars are." And "At night also stars there are." Another benefit in learning Latin is all the English grammar you learn in the process. It's been a great reminder and reinforcer of what my children have already learned plus even more! This has been a wonderful fit for our family, and we are learning so much. I cannot recommend <b><a href="http://www.compassclassroom.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=367&url=307">Visual Latin</a></b> highly enough.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">And right now, <b><a href="http://www.compassclassroom.com/affiliates/idevaffiliate.php?id=367&url=308">Visual Latin 1 and 2</a></b> are on sale! Get $30 off!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Blessings and love. xo</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16607402396660337872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707067791838922449.post-75030995341582078442016-05-19T16:55:00.001-04:002016-05-19T18:39:58.842-04:00My Reading List <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have been mostly quiet around here lately, due to needing a break to focus on other things. We are getting set to move again (seriously praying and planning for this to be the <b>last</b> time!), plus slowly starting to work part-time, plus finishing up our home school year, etc. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">One thing I determined at the first of 2016 was that I want to take better care of myself, in all areas. One of those ways is in purposefully taking time to do some things that I enjoy, one of which is reading for pleasure (as opposed to reading for reviews). So here are some of the titles I have read recently or am currently working on . . . </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">First up, <b><i><a href="http://amzn.to/1U220TC">Heart Made Whole: Turning Your Unhealed Pain Into Your Greatest Strength</a></i></b> by Christa Black Gifford. Oh. My. Word. People, seriously, I think I am going to recommend this one to every person I know. If you're not familiar with Christa, she and her hubby, Lucas, have been some of my favourite people to follow on social media in the last few years. They have both been through tragedy and have come out strong and healed because of the love and power of Jesus. (<i>Disclaimer</i>: I am on Christa's launch team for this book and received an ebook copy for the purpose of review, but I applied to do so because I knew I would benefit, and I knew I would want to share this one with you.) Even if I had not been chosen for the launch team, I would be reading this one and sharing about it. This book is important. Every person I know has some kind of hurt, whether a skin-deep scrape or the deep, soul-crushing wounded-ness kind. We all need healing. I believe this message that Christa shares can be the catalyst for that healing. Thank you for writing this one, Christa!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I am currently reading (and loving) Shawn Bolz' <b><i><a href="http://amzn.to/1WFAzTf">Translating God: Hearing God's Voice For Yourself and The World Around You</a></i></b>. If you don't know of Shawn and his ministry, I recommend looking him up ASAP! I heard him speak when I watched the recent Azusa Now live stream. He was prophesying to folks in the crowd he had never seen or met before. The words he had received from Father were incredible. Tears were streaming down my face. It's always beautiful to see how the Father loves His children and this was evidenced in the words Shawn received (in how personal they were and in how encouraging they were). This is a message that is dear to my heart, and I am looking forward to diving more into this one!</span></div>
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">And in addition to the three or four in the above photo that are waiting in the library basket, I also just got a book in the mail (for review) that I am excited about - <b><i>The Healing Breakthrough: Creating an Atmosphere of Faith For Healing</i></b> by Randy Clark. I'll get back to you on this one.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Have you read Randy's new book, <i>Happiness</i>, yet? What are your thoughts on it or on this idea that we are to be bright, shining lights of holiness, righteousness, happiness and joy, that we cannot separate them or chose just one?</span></div>
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<a href="http://shrsl.com/?~bmsh" style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; text-align: left;">The Mamuye Tote</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: left;"> was </span><i style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif; text-align: left;">very</i><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: left;"> popular during the Christmas season, and I have some fun news today! In addition to the three original colors, there are now three new hues to choose from. Aren't they beautiful? Just in time for spring!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; text-align: left;">In case this is your first time hearing about <a href="http://livefashionable.refr.cc/P9W2RVP">LiveFashionABLE</a>, they work with heroic women who have overcome difficult circumstances, both locally and globally. Their stories are inspirational. And isn't it so satisfying to shop, knowing that the money spent will be supporting women who are overcomers!? The Mamuye Tote is 100% distressed leather, handcrafted in Ethiopia.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Blessings and love. xo</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16607402396660337872noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707067791838922449.post-89990252498613878522016-03-01T07:00:00.000-05:002016-03-01T07:00:08.095-05:00God's Heart for Racial Reconciliation in Our Country<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I know <b>God's heart is for all people</b>. Every single person ever born or to be born on this planet has incredible, intrinsic value. It was God's idea to create us and it is His love that sustains us. <b>He loves people</b>. We have gotten so far away from His plan and heart when it comes to relationships, in so many ways. Slavery was not His will and plan. Divisiveness in 2016 is not His heart. I could write pages on those issues, but I'm not going to take the time right now, because I want to get to the story. I believe with all my heart that reconciliation is God's heart. Unity and honor and doing life together on equal ground. Those are the things God wants for His precious creation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">My family and I watched the Academy Awards last night. We enjoy movies and although we haven't seen even half of the movies nominated or mentioned last night, we are genuinely interested in the lives of the actors and actresses (and producers, composers, designers, musicians, etc.) in those movies. We don't worship them, but <b>we do care deeply about their lives</b>. We have also followed the controversy surrounding the #OscarsSoWhite issue this year. And while I understand that this is a genuine and important issue, I believe it could've been handled differently. I believe there can be healthy, productive conversations. There can be healthy, fruitful dialogue. The divisiveness is not necessary. It's actually harmful and unhealthy. It only adds fuel to the fire and divides our country even further. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">So, what do these two things have to do with one another? Let's get back to the original reason I'm writing today. I am encouraged, and want you to be encouraged, that God is working. <b>He is weaving us together with people who can bring His Kingdom to this earth and see lives changed</b>. I read <a href="http://www.elijahlist.com/words/display_word.html?ID=15740"><i>this amazing story by Will Ford</i></a>, as well as <a href="http://bound4life.com/blog/2015/04/09/the-prayers-of-my-forefathers-former-slaves-echo-today-150-years-after-the-civil-war/"><i>this one</i></a> mentioned in that post. I wept and will probably weep again when I share it with my family. This is Who God is! He is a connector, not a divider. He draws us to Himself, instead of pushing us away. <b>Jesus says "Come."</b> To every single one of us, this is His beautiful, incredible, life-changing invitation.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is a story we need to read. This is a story we need to tell our children. This is a story we need to share with the world, because this is God's story of providence and reconciliation and purpose and love and answered prayer. Please click on the links and read it. This testimony is going to be a catalyst for even more reconciliation and healing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I also found a church service where Will Ford and Matt Lockett share this unforgettable story. You can go </span><a href="http://livestream.com/trinitychurchonline/events/4794266/videos/112371631" style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">HERE</a><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"> to watch. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">May we, no matter our skin color or gender or socio-economic status or age or background or experience, join in His Kingdom assignments and see heaven come to earth in a way that we have never seen before. </span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">May we all be faithful to press in to our God-ordained purposes and to see those purposes fulfilled for His honor and glory.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Blessings and love. xo</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16607402396660337872noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707067791838922449.post-79681942001288727032016-02-24T16:54:00.004-05:002016-02-24T16:59:39.339-05:00Our Day in Richmond<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One of the aspects of homeschooling that I love the most is being able to take a day and head out on a road trip. We love living in Virginia because there are so many options for road trips. We live near the mountains, near D. C., not too far from the beach, close to five other states, and on and on go the possibilities. And in Virginia, alone, there are multiple cities and sites to explore. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Last Friday the kids and I hit the road for a long-overdue excursion to Richmond. It was our first time to visit, but it will most certainly not be the last, as there is so much to see and experience. Just check out the Richmond Region promo video: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I had done a little research and had a couple of places in mind, but the first stop we made was to the <a href="http://www.visitrichmondva.com/listings/Bass-Pro-Shops/1122/">Bass Pro Shops</a>. None of us had ever been to one, and I knew I would score some major Mom points with my guys. I had also noticed that there was a Richmond Visitor's Center in the store where we might find maps and brochures to possibly assist in our adventure. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The second stop we made was to the <a href="http://www.historicpolegreen.org/">Historic Polegreen Church</a>. I had recently seen a photo of it online somewhere (I cannot recall where), and it piqued my curiosity. What a unique structure. What in the world was the history behind it? </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Polegreen Church is considered the birth place of religious freedom. Wow! I had never heard of it and wanted to learn about the people and reasons why it was so important. The history is fascinating and I have been thinking a great deal on the impact this one little church and its people had on the religious freedom we have known in America. I encourage you to research and read more about it if you, too, had never heard of it until now.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">We had a fabulous day, learned so much and look forward to going again. We have several places already on our must-do list for next time, including <a href="https://maymont.org/">Maymont</a>, <a href="http://www.lewisginter.org/">Lewis Ginter Botanical Garden</a>, and the <a href="http://www.smv.org/">Science Museum of Virginia</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">It will be a myriad of things to each one of us. I have been pondering home a great deal lately, as we prepare to move once again. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I've been recollecting all the places we have called "home" throughout our married lives (almost 24 years). I'm strolling back through the addresses, cities, counties, states, provinces and countries where we have chosen a dwelling place, moved in and called it home. There have been many, especially in the past four and a half years. I have taken pleasure in making a home over the years, wherever we are, whether a one bedroom apartment, a hotel room or two, a vacation rental, a large home on 3 acres with plenty of room to spread out or quite a few other varieties. I truly believe in the "bloom where you are planted" idea, but honestly, sometimes it's exhausting to think of all those moves.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">And in the midst of thinking about packing boxes one more time, I'm wondering what semblance of home have I managed to salvage in so much transition?</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">When I was recently invited to be a part Sally and Sarah Clarkson's launch team for their newest book, <b><i>The Lifegiving Home: Creating A Place of Belonging and Becoming</i></b>, I knew it would be right up my alley. Sally has long been a favourite author of mine. I have read the majority of her books, and I have followed her blog for many years (back when it was "I Take Joy"). I have met her and had the honour of hearing her speak several years ago at a conference in Canada. What I didn't realize was how much <b><i>The Lifegiving Home</i></b> would speak to my heart and remind me of all the things I have treasured and hoped to create in the haven I call my home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">I love that Sally and Sarah, Sally's oldest child, collaborated on this project. They have done such a splendid job bringing their family culture to life on these pages. Even if you have never heard of Sally or read any of her previous books, you will know her beautiful heart through this book. And let me tell you how fun it is to hear from Sarah! She is an incredible author (don't miss her others books, too) and has such a poetic way with words. It is absolutely delightful to read words from both of them in one place.</span></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This quote from Sally puts it succinctly and gives me a place to recommence. </span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have a few more words that I hope they will add in over the years, but for now, I think that was a pretty good foundation. I have new vision and even an excitement after spending time praying and dreaming about a new home. I know it will be a place of safety and refuge, of hope and healing, of love and laughter, as well as a place to rest and be renewed. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-size: large; line-height: 21.875px;">P.S. As you can see, I highly recommend this book for anyone who has the honour of making a home. Go now to buy <a href="http://amzn.to/1UL39P6">The Lifegiving Home</a> and <a href="http://amzn.to/1nNHKKI">The Lifegiving Home Experience</a> today!</span></span><br />
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<b><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">About <i>The Plans I Have For You Devotional</i>: </span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The devotional is an illustrated 90-day devotional written by bestselling children's book author Amy Parker and illustrated by Vanessa Brantley-Newton, teaching and inspiring kids to dream about their future, to focus on faith, love, and joy, and recognize that God has a plan and purpose for each and every one of us. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The journal prompts creative thinking and exploration of the talents and personalities that make us special, and then helps explore how God may use our unique traits to spread love and joy and make the world a better place. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Stationery; 208 pages </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Amy Parker has sold more than thirty books for children, teens, and adults. She has also collaborated with authors ranging from New York Times bestsellers to her very own son. Two of these collaborations are recipients of Christian retailing's Best Awards, and she has also won three Mom's Choice Awards. But Amy's greatest reward is being a wife to Daniel and a mom to their amazing sons, Michael and Ethan. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Vanessa Brantley-Newton is a self-taught illustrator, doll maker, and crafter. Her passion for children's books began when she came across <i>The Snowy Day</i> by Ezra Jack Keats as a child in the 1960s. Growing up in a musical family who love to sing, Vanessa's illustrations are as fun and whimsical as a beautiful melody. Vanessa currently makes her nest in Charlotte, NC with her husband of 20 years, their daughter, and a very rambunctious cat named Stripes. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Ava has been reading this sweet devotional every day. I write it on her school work assignment page so she doesn't forget. She has been very happy to read the daily, usually one but sometimes two or three page, encouragements. She is a follower of Jesus and likes to read Scripture and devotionals to help her grow in her relationship with Him. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">There are six sections or 'sectors' as Amy calls them. Here are the sector titles:</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">* I've Got Big Plans For YOU!</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">* I've Given YOU A Purpose</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">* I Don't Do Things Small</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">* There's Nothing YOU Can't Do</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">* Find That ONE Thing</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Each of the 90-day devotions is brief, full of truth and colourful. I love how this book is full of colour! Vanessa's illustrations are whimsical, warm and appealing. I am certainly looking up her other work.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The devotional is recommended for ages 8-12, and the journal is recommended for ages 11-14. Ava will be 11 soon, but we decided to save the journal for the summer. She will be able to take more time to think about the proposed thoughts and suggestions on each page and write her thoughts accordingly. I'm sure she will enjoy it, as well.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">One of my favourite things to do is to make a scrumptious dinner for my sweet family. And when it's one of my Mom's recipes, it's even more special. This is <b>Mom's Minestrone Soup</b>. I need to ask her where this recipe came from, as I'm 99.8% certain that we have no Italian heritage. You wouldn't know it, by how much we enjoy Italian foods, though. And this is one of our faves.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Mom's original recipe called for dried kidney beans. I don't think I've ever made it with dried beans, but feel free to do so. The above photo is incomplete, as I had forgotten to get out the garlic. And another ingredient that's missing is fresh spinach, because I had forgotten that I used the spinach in another dish a few nights ago. Whoops.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">It starts with chopping some yummy veggies - celery, carrots and garlic. S</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; line-height: 22.4px;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">auté</span></span><span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;"> the trio in a little butter and olive oil for 3 or 4 minutes, then add in 3 cans of kidney beans, that have been drained, rinsed and half of them crushed. Mix in a large can of crushed tomatoes, some dried basil, dried parsley, 3 bay leaves, 2 boxes of chicken broth (or water), salt and pepper. Let that simmer for 30 minutes to an hour. Add in the macaroni pasta and cook for 15 more minutes. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Fresh Parmesan cheese is the perfect topping to this delicious and filling soup. Serve with garlic bread or bread sticks, like I did last night or just add a green salad. Either way, it's the perfect meal for a chilly January night.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 tablespoons olive oil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 tablespoons butter</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 carrots, sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4 celery stalks with leaves, sliced</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4-6 cloves garlic, chopped</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 cans kidney beans, drained, rinsed and half of the beans crushed</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 large can crushed tomatoes (or tomato sauce)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 teaspoons dried basil</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 teaspoons dried parsley</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3 bay leaves</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 boxes of chicken broth (or the equivalent of water)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon salt, or to taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon pepper, or to taste</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1 to 2 cups chopped fresh spinach</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups macaroni pasta</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2 cups grated Parmesan cheese for topping</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Chop celery, carrots and garlic. <span style="font-family: verdana, sans-serif;">S</span><span style="background-color: white; color: #252525; font-family: Times; line-height: 22.4px;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">auté</span></span> the trio in a little butter and olive oil for 3 or 4 minutes, add in kidney beans. Stir in crushed tomatoes, dried basil, dried parsley, bay leaves, chicken broth (or water), salt and pepper. Let that simmer for 30 minutes to an hour. Add in the macaroni pasta and cook for 15 more minutes. Add spinach in last 5 minutes of cooking.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">Add Parmesan cheese as a garnish. Enjoy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This recipe serves 8. It can easily be vegetarian by switching the chicken broth to vegetable broth or water. And it's a frugal recipe, too!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This brand new Passion album contains new studio recordings from best-selling artists Chris Tomlin, Crowder, Matt Redman, and Kristian Stanfill. It features new songs written specifically for Passion 2016. <b>Release Date is January 29, 2016.</b> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">1. Salvation's Tide is Rising - Passion featuring Kristian Stanfill</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">2. My Victory - Passion featuring Crowder</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">3. Remember - Passion featuring Brett Younker and Melodie Malone</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">4. God and God Alone - Passion featuring Chris Tomlin</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6. I Turn to Christ - Passion featuring Matt Redman</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">7. Your Grace Amazes Me - Passion featuring Christy Nockels</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">8. All We Sinners - Passion featuring Crowder</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">9. Surrender - Passion featuring Jimi Cravity</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Since the first release in 1998, Passion albums have sold over 1.3 million units while introducing the church to worship songs like "Our God", "Holy Is The Lord", "How Great Is Our God", and "God Of This City". Passion is coming off its best charting radio success in 5 years with the single "Even So Come", which went Top 5. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The Passion Movement and the messages of founder Louis Giglio have marked the lives of millions of people around the globe, calling people everywhere to live for the glory of God. From its inception, the movement of Passion has birthed new anthems of worship, influencing countless churches and helping to define the current worship climate and establish artists Chris Tomlin, Crowder, Matt Redman, Christy Nockels, Kristian Stanfill and others. Louie Giglio is the pastor and founder of Passion City Church in Atlanta, GA. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Good morning! I shared over the weekend that I have a plan to take better care of myself in 2016 {and beyond}. One of the ways I am committed to a better me is to get back in to exercising on a regular basis. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Today I am happy to share my new program and to offer you a chance to get in on it {- with a coupon code}! I started <a href="http://kickasslife.leadpages.co/fightingfit/">Fighting Fit</a> this morning and am SO excited! Like I mentioned last week, I really haven't taken very good care of myself in the last couple of years. I used to get out to walk or take the kids hiking more often, but that has fallen by the wayside somewhere. So in taking care of myself this year, exercise has to be on the agenda. It felt SO good to get back to it this morning. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Meet fellow Virginian, Seo Kelleher of <a href="http://kickasslife.leadpages.co/fightingfit/">Fighting Fit</a>! Seo has a passion to see others empowered through fitness. She is the owner of CO2Fit and the creator of the Fighting Fit Workout Videos.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This is a workout just about anyone can do. Whether you are already working out or, like me, are starting fresh, these workouts are perfect. Seo has used her kickboxing skills to design these workouts, but if you've never done kickboxing before, no fear! You can do this. She explains each set clearly and of course with demonstration. This workout is for all shapes, sizes and skill levels. There are two other ladies in the videos with Seo. One demonstrates a slower pace and the other a quicker pace. It's easy to pick which one you most relate to and follow her. Or, you can switch it up and go back and forth. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I started out at a slow pace this morning, and since I'm just getting back into it, will likely maintain that slower pace for this week. I'll evaluate how I'm feeling next Monday and hopefully can pick up the pace a little more. That's another beautiful thing about this program, there is freedom to slow down, increase speed or even just take a break and shake it off. My goal is to workout 4 or 5 mornings per week. I already feel better just knowing I have this fabulous resource and can get my body stronger and in better shape. My ultimate goal: to be as *badass* as Natasha Romanov! Ha!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">These videos are in digital download form, so just download them on your laptop, and you're set. You can workout in the privacy of your bedroom, living room or office. There are three 15 minute workouts included. You can choose one or mix and match two or all three. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Happy 2016! Isn't it always thrilling to start something fresh and new?! I love getting my new calendar for dreaming and planning and praying about the adventures ahead. All those stark white squares just waiting to be filled up with coloured ink and pencil. I'm ready to write in my new <a href="http://amzn.to/1ODvk3N">Polestar Family Calendar</a> (my fave for the past eight years!), and one of the categories I am including this year is <b>care for myself</b>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Over the past six months or so, Bob and I have been talking about how much we have <i>not</i> taken care of ourselves over the years. It's a tough confession to make. It stinks. We had really taken on this poverty mentality as Christians, and especially in ministry. We didn't even realize it for many years. Or I guess we thought that was how we were <i>suppose</i> to think as ministers and missionaries. Serve, serve, serve. Deny yourself. Keep giving. It was wrong, and we have confessed, repented and are breaking free from that twisted mentality. Thank You, Jesus.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">One of the ways I have personally not taken care of myself is in the realm of exercise. Especially since we had to move out of our previous house so suddenly and moved into this one, I have let exercise and self-care fly right out the window. This year, I'm committed to taking it back. I'll be sharing Monday about how I plan to get in shape. It's a fantastic program. I love the simplicity and look forward to sharing it with you!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I'll also be coming back with updates on what I am doing, not only physically, but mentally, spiritually and emotionally to take care of me. And if you have realized you need a little more self-care in your own life, I hope you'll join me on this journey in 2016. I know that if I take care of myself in a more healthy and wholesome way, I will be a better person - wife, mom, daughter, sister, friend and neighbour. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Blessings and love. xo</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16607402396660337872noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707067791838922449.post-33258222580794065862015-12-24T17:01:00.000-05:002015-12-24T17:01:40.866-05:00Happy Christmas 2015!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I am visiting family in Texas and have been having a wonderful time. It's been a long five years since I've been here and this visit was overdue. We spent some special time with Bob's parents and are now with my family. It's all going way too fast, but we are making the most of every moment. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Tomorrow is a travel day, so I probably will not get online much. I just wanted to say thank you to all who read this blog . . . friends, family and those I've never met. I appreciate each one of you.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I hope this Christmas brings wonderful gifts, fond memories and lots of laughter. And if the holidays are hard, I'm very sorry. I know they aren't always full of only good things, but I hope you are blessed with glimpses of God's goodness in light in the midst of your pain. <big hugs.=""></big></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Blessings and love. xo</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16607402396660337872noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7707067791838922449.post-39389237796495362652015-12-19T15:28:00.001-05:002015-12-19T15:29:48.970-05:00Educents Gift Guide 2015<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">This is a Java class for Minecraft kids ages 8 to 14. Youth Digital’s online tech courses provide a safe, engaging learning environment for kids to master new technology skills.
<em>“Our family has enjoyed the Mod Design 1 class! <strong>The instructor is funny, with humor that is age appropriate.</strong> The steps are easy to follow, and the kids feel a sense of accomplishment throughout. This is a creative way to use a child’s natural interest, in this instance Minecraft, to introduce them to Java programming.”</em>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The first is this gorgeous <a href="http://shrsl.com/?~aqbb">Heta Wallet</a>, which is hand-made in Kenya and 100% genuine leather. Who wouldn't love to receive such a beautiful gift? And what makes it even more special is that each wallet is made by women who are overcoming obstacles in their lives. I love fashion with such a life-giving purpose!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Next, check out these <a href="http://shrsl.com/?~aqb6">Positively Prints</a> that are on sale, BOGO Free! There are 56 designs to choose from. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">And here are some ideas for hand-crafted <a href="http://shrsl.com/?~aqbu">Gifts Under $50</a> - jewelry, scarves, key chains and more!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.ivankatrump.com/healthy-sweets-treats-maria-marlowe/">Healthy Sweet and Treats</a> - Since this is the season of sugar, sugar, and more sugar, I thought it would be a good idea to have some healthier ideas to keep on hand. The Date Rolls sound amazing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">And since we cannot possibly leave out sugar during the holidays, <i>and</i> we love all things eggnog at our house, check out this <a href="http://www.chef-in-training.com/2014/12/eggnog-cookies/">Eggnog Cookie</a> recipe. I know my crew will love them.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Check out this <a href="http://www.thirtyhandmadedays.com/2015/11/christmas-cheer-printable/">fun, Christmas printable</a> from Thirty Handmade Days.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://shrsl.com/?~ao99">Be Merry Banner</a> - this is still available and includes quick shipping! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">And last, but certainly not least, Brian Simmons has a new Advent devotional this year called <a href="http://amzn.to/1O8mXqF">Come and Behold Him</a>. If you're not familiar with Brian and his <a href="http://amzn.to/1THUa0W">Passion Translation of the Bible</a>, I encourage you to check it out. I absolutely love it!</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">You may wonder why in the world I am pointing out the American-ness of the holiday. Due to having lived in two other countries, most recently Canada, I learned that, of course, not everyone celebrates American Thanksgiving. Today in Canada, it's just a regular Thursday (They do celebrate their own Thanksgiving, in October.). </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">So, for all my international friends and readers, Happy Thursday!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">I hope my American friends have a fantastic day celebrating all the blessings we enjoy in this country. We are so fortunate, and even when life is hard and confusing, we still have so many things to be thankful for. Enjoy time with family and friends, celebrating traditions and making new memories. I pray we thank God every day for all He has given us. </span><span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif; font-size: large;">Cheers!</span><br />
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These colorful tiles click together magnetically to form shapes like sea creatures, vehicles, dinosaurs and more! While playing, kids will develop motor skills, explore geometric concepts, and get a crash course on engineering! For ages 6 to 13.</div>
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These fabric stickers are an interactive way to learn about concepts like the solar system, geography, science, time, and money. The reusable stickers will allow you to bring your lessons to any room in the house! Even transport lessons using your the car window! For ages 5 to 10.</div>
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"This is an extremely useful, hands-on method of learning about the human body that all kids need to learn." -Gena, <a href="http://ichoosejoy.org/2015/11/19/review-mona-melisa-designs-human-body-peel-play-and-learn-sticker-set/" target="_blank">I Choose Joy!</a></div>
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Give a gift that keeps on giving. Your kiddo will receive a new science experiment at his or her doorstep every month for a year! Includes experiments exploring concepts like bacteria, the human body, magnets, stars, planets, volcanos, and more! For ages 5 to 12.<br />
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"What I like about this is we can open up a science kit, turn to a lesson page, and jump right in to that hand-ons activity. It helps me feel like a “fun mom” because we’re doing a science activity, and I didn’t have the stress or mess of pulling it all together. That’s what I call a homeschool mom win!" -Jamerrill, <a href="http://www.freehomeschooldeals.com/how-we-homeschool-with-magic-school-bus-science-kits/" target="_blank">Free Homeschool Deals</a><br />
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“We recently ordered this set to be delivered to us and we love them! The science experiments are grouped in themed science activities that my kids love! I set up a curriculum to go through the scientific process with the hypothesis, tests and theories. I feel this is perfect as a hands on activity to supplement the worksheets we download from other sellers.” - Sasha B.</div>
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Disguised as a treasure hunt, this multi-award winning children's literacy game gets kids physically active as they read clues and search to find a hidden surprise. There's even a Picture Helper poster to look up words when kids get stuck! For ages 5 to 8.</div>
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“This game is so much fun! My boys love scavenger hunts, and when they help them practice reading - that's even better. We've played this game several times and it never gets boring. I love letting one kid be in charge of the game and set it up for the other boys.” - Lisa Marie F.</div>
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Suspend by Melissa & Doug is a hands-on game that involves the entire family. Players take turns adding rubber-tipped wire pieces to a tabletop stand. Can you add all your game pieces without making it fall? For ages 8 and up.</div>
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“We always have trouble finding gifts that kids and grown ups can play together. This is it! Challenging for everyone, but easy enough, kids can try... and sometimes even do better.” - Marie V.</div>
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Six coloring books filled with some of the most amazing and beautiful designs! Give them all to your favorite little artist to keep them entertained all year. Or, separate into multiple gifts for kids in your family! For ages 5+.<br />
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Give your favorite young scientist the gift of science fun and learning this holiday season with this exciting holiday Super Bundle! For ages 5 to 12.<br />
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Give a gift that keeps on giving. Your kiddo will receive a new science experiment at his or her doorstep every month for a year! Includes experiments exploring concepts like bacteria, the human body, magnets, stars, planets, volcanos, and more! For ages 5 to 12.</div>
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"What I like about this is we can open up a science kit, turn to a lesson page, and jump right in to that hand-ons activity. It helps me feel like a “fun mom” because we’re doing a science activity, and I didn’t have the stress or mess of pulling it all together. That’s what I call a homeschool mom win!" -Jamerrill, <a href="http://www.freehomeschooldeals.com/how-we-homeschool-with-magic-school-bus-science-kits/" target="_blank">Free Homeschool Deals</a></div>
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“We recently ordered this set to be delivered to us and we love them! The science experiments are grouped in themed science activities that my kids love! I set up a curriculum to go through the scientific process with the hypothesis, tests and theories. I feel this is perfect as a hands on activity to supplement the worksheets we download from other sellers.” - Sasha B.</div>
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Groovy Lab in a Box is full of everything a child needs to learn about and do hands on science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) experiments. Each box activates thinking, questioning, inquiring, and original creation as it guides children through the “scientific inquiry and engineering design process.” For ages 8 to 12.</div>
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Choose from 12 language for your kiddo to learn over the course of 12 months. This program covers everyday topics using videos, pictures, basic words, and interactive exercises. For ages 5 to 9.</div>
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"After each of the vocabulary videos, there are a bunch of fun games that your children can play to practice what they learned. The games really help children remember the words and are easy to do. It makes a big difference for children to have the opportunity to practice their vocabulary! ..." -Multilingual Living</div>
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Parents and teachers love this "Netflix for Children's Books." FarFaria offers over 1000 ebooks for your children. Each story comes to your mobile device as a colorfully illustrated book that they can flip through, read on their own, or have read to them. For ages 2 to 9.<br />
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"I introduced FarFaria to my kindergarten students last year and they LOVED it! In fact, they begged for reading time! During reading time on FarFaria they were focused and engaged on reading. As a teacher I love the features in FarFaria including reading levels listed for each book. My favorite feature is that the text highlights word by word as it is read. This is so helpful for budding readers. Most reading apps highlight a sentence at a time which doesn't help with specific word identification. FarFaria is the best reading app and well worth the cost!" -Amy B.
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History lessons should be fun! Each monthly box comes with an interactive timeline, coloring comic strip, time capsule, and instructions on the lesson. By taking part in the activities, they'll learn directly about the ancient world that they're reading about. For ages 5-19 or 10-15. </div>
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"History Unboxed was a lot of fun to open with my children. My older son couldn't get enough of the activities, and I love that this subscription box does such a great job at exposing my kids to history. If your kid is between ages 5-13 and they love history, you should definitely try this out." - Ariana.</div>
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Infuse some hands-on fun into your history of war lessons, and get a HUGE discount! Among the 11 downloadable lapbooks includes materials to teach everything from the War of 1812 to the American Revolution, and both World Wars. For ages 5 to 15.</div>
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Dr. Bonyfide Books<em> </em>are colorful workbooks that make learning the names and functions of the bones easy. These stories bridge the gap between simplistic introductions to the body and dry textbooks. Young readers join Dr. Bonyfide and his friend Pinky Le Darpals on a whimsical, step-by-step journey through the bones of the hand, arm, shoulder, foot, leg, and pelvis. The workbooks include puzzles and quizzes! For ages 7 to 13.
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"I have been homeschooling since 2002 and I am currently homeschooling the two youngest of six. I've tried a LOT of homeschool curriculum products over the years, and quite frankly this is the best value available in a secular curriculum package and it's easy on the parent. I'm homeschooling two kids and it's very easy to have them read the lesson and complete the assignments independently, then later the teacher's guides make it easy on me to review their work and correct it. The content is interesting and relates to the real world in a way that makes sense to the kids, especially the math problems. You also can't beat the price. I'm shocked that this curriculum isn't better known. You will pay a lot more for comparable products that won't have the quality this one has, and I've done the research and spent the money to be able to say that with authority." - Judith</div>
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"I purchased Kindergarten math and language arts for my daughter and we have had a great experience with it. She is learning so much. I supplement with lots of hands-on activities so she doesn't burn out on worksheets."- Educents customer
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Perfect for beginners, this Violin Starter Set by eMedia contains everything you need to play the violin. What’s more, it includes a great teacher, the award-winning eMedia My Violin interactive Win/Mac CD-ROM. For ages 5 and up. </div>
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