Sports Illustrated Kids recently sent us two of their newest titles: FOOTBALL Then to WOW! and What Are The CHANCES? The WILDEST PLAYS in Sports. This blog post may contain affiliate links. My sons (ages 10 and 7) are very interested in sports, especially football. Sports Illustrated Kids presents sports history and trivia in a fun and engaging way through books like FOOTBALL Then to WOW! The books is full of large full-color photographs and ...
Books and Reading
Montessori: Map Work (Pre K Children’s Book)
I really did not know much about Montessori education when we received a review copy of Montessori Map Work by Bobby and June George. This children's geography book introduces the Earth's continents and animals that live on them. I was curious to see what makes a book "Montessori." I have learned a little bit about what Montessori education is about, which helps me make sense of how things are presented in the Montessori Map Work book ...
Early Learning with DK Baby Touch and Feel Books
I discovered bestselling DK Baby books several years ago when my oldest son (he's 10 years old now!) was a baby. We both loved the colorful, real life pictures. I can't even begin to count the hours we spent reading our favorite DK baby books together. I remember him being so little that I would have to help him reach out and touch the pages. He especially loved to feel the lion's mane. I am a DK blog ambassador. This post is part of a ...
The Outlander Series Premiere on STARZ! #Outlander
Save the date! Clear your calendars, set your DVRs, do whatever you have to do to make sure you don't miss out on The Outlander TV series premiere August 9th (9pm EST/PST) exclusively on STARZ. (Sneak Peek: Claire and Jamie, The Outlander on STARZ) I was given exclusive access by Time Warner Cable to sneak peek episodes of The Outlander. This new series is adapted from international bestselling books by Diana Galbadon. I recently started ...
DIY Kids Cleaning Set inspired by The Organically Clean Home (Book Review)
I love to try new ways to clean my house. And I'm always on the lookout for homemade cleaner recipes to try. That's why when I came across The Organically Clean Home book by Becky Rapinchuk, I knew it was written for people like me. I received a review copy of The Organically Clean Home. All opinions expressed in the blog post are my own. The giveaway sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment. This blog post may contain affiliate ...
Children’s Book Review: My Name is Bob
If you have ever used a test-prep book for the SATs, ACT, or pretty much any standardized test - chances are it was one of Barron's. The world famous Barron's Educational Series has expanded its collection to include children's books. I was recently sent a review copy of My Name is Bob, the new children's book based on the New York Time’s Bestseller, A Street Cat Named Bob: And How He Saved My Life, which has sold over a million ...
Mom Always Finds Out: Featured Children’s Books (April 2014)
Mom Always Finds Out received copies of this month's featured childrens books. However, I was under no obligation to feature them on my blog and did not receive any form of compensation. All opinions expressed are my own. This blog post may contain affiliate links. Several wonderful children's books are being published this month! Take a look at what we've been reading lately, thanks to advance review copies from the publisher. Let me know ...
The Wave: Inspirations for Navigating Life’s Changes and Challenges (Book) #OpenHearts
As part of the Open Hearts influencer program, I was given a beautiful book of inspiring quotes and artwork by Jane Seymour. She even signed this copy for me - isn't her penmanship amazing? This book was inspired by Jane Seymour's Open Hearts Waves jewelry collection and the actress' artwork. Jane wrote this book to inspire those who, like herself, like all of us, are facing or have faced challenges or changes in their lives. The Wave: ...
Learning the Alphabet with Alphablock (Children’s Book Review)
Mom Always Finds Out received a free review copy of the Alphablock book. All opinions expressed are my own. This blog post may contain affiliate links. The first time I saw Alphablock by Christopher Franceschelli was when it was featured in Parents magazine as the Best Alphabet Book of 2013. It looked so unique - from the colorful retro style illustrations to the way this board book is shaped like a chunky block. The book definitely ...
