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“Talk Like A Pirate Day”

September 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment

We have a fantastic opportunity to share with you because it is “Talk Like A Pirate Day!” Read on mateys..

Ahoy Me Mateys and all you Landlubbers! In these parts it is “Talk Like A Pirate Day” (September 19th) and Author Carole P. Roman of the Captain No Beard book series is celebrating!

Shiver me timbers! She has found the motherload box full of some things that only the best pirates would love to have. Look at this pirate booty!

*Popcorn Popper on Cart
*Movie Theater Popcorn
*Captain No Beard Series of Books (4 total)
Approximate value $350

Aye, you can win all of these fine treasures when you enter in the Rafflecopter below. Arr!
Code of Conduct aka disclosure:

This giveaway is sponsored by Author, Carole P. Roman who is providing all prizes to one winner.

The blogs hosting, co-hosting, nor this blog of  Socal City Kids are not responsible for prize shipment.

The giveaway begins at 12AM MST on Sept. 19, 2013 and ends at 12AM MST on Oct. 4, 2013.

Open to US Only.

This giveaway is in no way affiliated with Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube or any other social media outlet.

Winner must respond to an email sent within 48 hours or an alternate winner will be drawn.

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This giveaway is hosted by Away We Go Media Please contact if you have social needs.

 

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SweetWorks Niagara Chocolates for the Fall!

September 18, 2013 By 35 Comments

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Fall is almost here! School time is here! What a great time for delicious SweetWorks chocolate!  We received some delicious chocolate Baseballs, Basketballs and Earth Balls and they truly are delicious! SweetWorks Niagara chocolates brand– individually wrapped, all natural, premium milk chocolate shapes wrapped in beautifully colored, high quality foils, dressing America’s favorite candy-chocolate, for any occasion. These would be great for parties, team sports and so much more this Fall! 100% all natural and 100% delicious! To find these and many more products, check out the SweetWorks website.

 

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Now for the Fall Giveaway! One winner will win a  bag of the basketballs and a bag of the baseballs. Leave us a comment below telling us your or your child’s favorite sport! Don’t forget that you need to be a subscriber to enter! Next, “like” the SweetWorks Facebook Page! That’s it! Well, it would be “sweet” if you told them we sent you!  Deadline to enter is September 26th, 2013 at midnight. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

Self Disclosure: I received delicious chocolate products to facilitate this review/giveaway.

 

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“The Watsons Go To Birmingham” A Film With a Message

September 18, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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In the summer of 1963, Daniel and Wilona Watson and their three kids, 15-year-old Byron, 11-year-old Kenny and 8-year-old Joetta, leave their home in Flint, Michigan for a family road trip to Birmingham, Alabama. Daniel and Wilona are fed up with Byron’s juvenile delinquent antics, and have decided what he needs is a dose of his Grandma Sands’ no-nonsense approach. They head south, with plenty of laughs en route. When they make it to Birmingham, they soon discover that life is very different there than in Flint. During that historic summer, the Watsons find themselves caught up in events that will change their lives – and the nation – forever. “The Watsons Go to Birmingham” is an original movie presented by Walmart and P&G for Walden Family Theater premiering September 20 on Hallmark Channel. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Keefer B loves the acting in this film and the moral: “You can’t live your life in fear and live a good life.” His full review is below.

 

The Watsons go to Birmingham
by Keefer B., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 13
Video review available here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TGyj_krbTg

 

This powerful, historical fiction takes place in 1963. The plot follows our protagonist Kenny (Bryce Clyde Jenkins) and his African American family from their house in Flint, Michigan to their family home in Birmingham, Alabama. While in Alabama, Kenny and his siblings are introduced to segregation and all its inhumanity.  In Michigan they lived free from sequestration except for what they experienced on TV. This film is seeded with real life situations and old black and white clips that are sewn together quite skillfully.

 

What I love about the film is the outstanding acting. The kids couldn’t be better. The characters go through so much they’re able to express a lot of emotion and does it show! I don’t know if you’ve noticed, but there have been a lot of films about segregation this year; 42, Lee Daniels The Butler and more to come. What makes this film stand out is that the story is from 10-year-old Kenny’s perspective. When we view the world through a black adult’s eyes, we know they’ve probably experienced segregation. From a child’s level, we see they can’t comprehend why they’re treated poorly because of their skin color. That’s what makes it more powerful.

My favorite character is Kenny. I relate to him because he’s sort of a nerd, kindhearted and in this film, confused. I like to see how he deals with the different situations he’s placed in. Jenkins does a tremendous job portraying this character.

 

My favorite scene is when Kenny almost drowns. Kenny is swimming in the lake and gets sucked down into a whirlpool. Luckily, his brother Byron (Harrison Knight) saves him. This scene is intense and I got a little teary-eyed when Byron embraces Kenny and won’t let go.

 

The moral is, “You can’t live your life in fear and live a good life.” After the drowning incident Kenny thinks the whirlpool (Whir Poo) is out to get him so he magnifies emotional situations to the point of over-whelming dread.

 

I give this 5 out of 5 stars and recommend this for 9-year-olds and up. I think this film is very educational. It’s a perfect film to show younger audiences and it has that family element to it that makes it entertaining.

 

Credit: KIDS FIRST! Coming Attractions

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Geronimo Stilton: Operation ShuFongFong Giveaway!

September 16, 2013 By 8 Comments

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The unlikely hero, mouse adventurer Geronimo Stilton is back in action in Geronimo Stilton: Operation ShuFongFong, the first-ever DVD from the hit animated kids TV show and best-selling Scholastic book series! Kids and families from coast-to-coast are in store for a wild ride full of hilarious hijinks and far-flung antics with this brand new title from Entertainment One. The DVD features four action-packed episodes, including “Operation ShuFongFong,” “Mouse House of the Future,” “Reported Missing,” and “It’s My Scoop.” The animated children’s global sensation leaps onto DVD and digital platforms for the very first time in the US on September 24, 2013. My son and I received this DVD and my son says, “It is awesome!”  He likes it much better than the books!

Geronimo Stilton: Operation ShuFongFong stars Geronimo Stilton, the brilliant but klutzy journalist with two left paws, who is joined by his fearless, gadget-loving 12-year-old nephew, Benjamin; ultimate pack rat cousin, Trap; and younger sister, the daring special correspondent, Thea. The DVD invites children and their families on thrilling journeys from the high seas to the jungles of Asia with lots of fun stops in between, as they make fascinating discoveries and encounter amazing people and places along the way.

We have teamed up for a giveaway! One reader will win the DVD! Simply leave a comment below telling us your favorite children’s book series! Deadline to enter is September 22nd, 2013 at midnight. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

Self Disclosure: I received the Geronimo Stilton: Operation ShuFongFong DVD to review and offer a giveaway.

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The Fort on Fourth Street by Lois Spangler

September 15, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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When a young child decides to build a fort in the backyard, Grandpa come forward to help. But they can’t do it alone- they get help from the simple machines: lever, pulley, inclined plane, wheel and axle, screw, and wedge. Told in cumulative rhyme, similar to The House That Jack Built, this story follows grandfather and grandchild as they build a fort together from start to finish. Great for ages K-2nd. My son and I enjoyed reading this book and I love the For Creative Minds at the end of the book. This book includes learning activities that include matching the machine, measuring tools and a Hands on: Building a Fort. To find this book, and so many more wonderful books, check out the Sylvan Dell Publishing website.

Self Disclosure: I received the book for free to facilitate this feature.

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New England chocolatier Harbor Sweets new contemporary collection, Salt & Ayre

September 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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New England chocolatier Harbor Sweets new contemporary collection, Salt & Ayre that was launched at the Summer Fancy Food Show in time for the company’s 40th anniversary and the holiday season. Salt & Ayre was created with support of eminent cookbook author and food veteran Lora Brody and was influenced by the coastal trading ports of hometown Salem, MA. The full upscale line of truffles is rich with 70% cacao bittersweet dark chocolate and evokes an ethereal sensory experience. The line  includes Chai, Café au Lait, Hazelnut and Espresso; and three sea salt pieces covered with the finest 70% dark chocolate, Caramel with Himalayan Sea Salt, Crystallized Ginger with Thai Ginger Sea Salt, and Almond Butter Crunch garnished with Chipotle Sea Salt. Salt & Ayre features sky blue packaging. The collection debuts this fall in retailers nationwide and online. It ranges from $5.00 to $28.00 MSRP. I received delicious samples of the chocolate collection. I received a box that contained 4 yummy salted chocolates and 5 delicious distinctive truffles. I really can not select my favorite one but the Almond Butter Crunch and the Chai Truffle are sooooo good that I can’t even begin to describe them! They are simply too good for words! They are great with a cup of coffee, after a meal or just by themselves! To find out more (or to order) go check out the Harbor Sweets website.

 

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Self Disclosure: I received free products to facilitate this review but any opinions are my own.

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TickleMe Plant

September 10, 2013 By Leave a Comment

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Looking for a fun and educational party favor at your child’s next birthday party? Or maybe a fun science experiment for the classroom or home? The TickleMe Plant is the answer! We received the party favor one to try out and am impressed that the plant really does move when you tickle it! It took nearly 3 weeks for the leaves to grow and move when tickled. What I also like is that it really is simple! You just add 3 Tbs of warm water to soften soil pellet, then plant the seeds! It really can’t get much easier than that! It sprouts in days although the first leaves that sprout are not the tickle leaves. This plant can grow indoors all year long and even outdoors in the summer. The party favor plant retails for $6.50 but you can also buy a Family Greenhouse for $21.95. The plant we received includes 10 science project ideas but You can buy a book with more science project ideas for $10.95.  For more information, check out the website.

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Self Disclosure: I received a product free for review purposes but opinions are my own.

 

 

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Florsheim Kids Shoes for boys this Fall!

September 10, 2013 By 14 Comments

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Summer is ending and it’s already back-to-school time! So, Fall is on its way in! So, it’s time for all the Fall fashions!  My son and I were quite excited to receive shoes from our friends at Florsheim Kids shoes for boys. They have a great variety of styles and colors! We received the Valco Jr Moc Toe in brown multi and my son likes how stylish and comfortable they are.  The Valco Jr Moc Toe is a sporty moc toe boot for boys. I love how durable they seem to be and the top quality!  They are just perfect for those days at the playground or hiking the trails at our favorite park!  The Upper: Combination genuine leather and fabric and the lining is breathable fabric. I am just thrilled with how sturdy they are. My son just says “they are cool!”

Check out all their great styles here!  You can also sign up here with your email to find out about special promotions, offers and to learn more about Florsheim Kids.

Now, for the Back-to-School Giveaway! Florsheim Kids has teamed up with us for a $60 gift card giveaway so you can choose your own shoes! To enter, leave us a comment below telling us your favorite Fall fashion for kids. For an extra chance to win, visit their Facebook Page and “like” them. You can tell them we sent you! Deadline to enter is September 18th, 2013 at midnight. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries.

Self Disclosure: I received Boys shoes to facilitate this review but opinions are my own.

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