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This week’s Lowe’s Build & Grow Free Kids Workshop is going to be a hit- a Valentine Card Creator!
On Saturday, February 11th from 10-11am, kids can build a FREE Valentine’s Day Card Creator at Lowe’s. (This one really looks cute AND useful!)
Remember, even if you register, you need to get there early because once they run out of kits, they’re done!
Start a new tradition of family devotions by winning both Jesus Calling
When you have young kids that you have to get off to school each morning, it can be hard to have a quiet time, much less sit down for devotions together. That’s why I’ve loved the companion devotionals “Jesus Calling
What’s great is that they parallel each other, so even though they’re written at different comprehension levels, every day shares the same topic/verses. It’s a great, quick way to both set your family’s heart on God in the morning, but also align with each other for a shared purpose.
And one lucky reader will win BOTH for their family!
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If you’ve been wanting to go to the Adventure Science Center in Nashville for FREE, then you’ll want to head over there this weekend (January 21-22, 2012) for their scholar days.
Here are the details from the Adventure Science Center website:
If you have your latest report card showing an ‘A’ in science class, bring it with you to Adventure Science Center during our special Science Scholar Days Jan. 21-22. The honor student will receive free general admission as a reward for their hard work in science class. K-1st students may receive free admission with an ‘E’ in science. Each child must be accompanied by a paying adult.Groups are not eligible.
Who’s Eligible?
Middle Tennessee students in grades K-12 who received an A in either general science or a specific science class, such as biology, anatomy, chemistry, physics, etc., on their last report card.
How to Redeem?
Please bring the actual report card and present at the front desk upon entering the science center. Each student with an A in science will be granted free general admission for the day. A photocopy of the report card will be accepted. Students must be accompanied by a paying adult. Groups are not eligible.
I have a Build a Bear Coupon Code for the new Chipmunks characters.
Get both Alvin & Brittany for only $38. These are regularly $23 each. You can get this deal in stores or online with code 97253 at checkout (while supplies last). Shop Now!
This week’s Lowe’s Build & Grow Free Kids Workshop is the finale of the train … the engine of the 2011 Lowe’s Train!
On Saturday, December 17th from 10-11am, kids can build a FREE train coal car at Lowe’s. This is the last in a 3 part series.
Remember, even if you register, you need to get there early because once they run out of kits, they’re done!
It’s Day 3 of my 12 Days of Giveaways!
Today you can win the book Heaven is for Real for Kids from my friend at Tommy Nelson
I recently wrote a review of Heaven is for Real for Kids , so I thought what better than to give a copy away?!
Not only is this a great actual story, but it is especially poignant for this time of year as we celebrate the birth of Christ. I invite you to read my Heaven is for Real for Kids book review , but why not just go ahead and enter to win it for yourself first?
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Nashville Parents – grab this now! Get a one day play session & a drink at Monkey Joe’s for just $5 on Groupon today! They’re also offering a deal on a 2 hour play party for up to 16 kids (Mon-Thurs only)
They also have plenty of seating for the adults and free WiFi, so it’s a perfect place to take the kids and catch up on some girl talk during the winter!
It’s Day 2 of my 12 Days of Giveaways!
Today you can win the DVD: “Why Do We Call It Christmas” from my friends at What’s in the Bible?
Do you know what’s in the Bible?
After you see any episode of this clever series, you won’t be able to get this question from their theme song out of your head!
To be completely honest, I just discovered the “What’s in the Bible” DVD series (created by VeggieTales co-creator Phil Vischer) when I was moderating the National Bible Bee competition last month. But nothing could compare me for the hilarity and transference of knowledge that would ensue…
I know this isn’t what I should focus on, but these DVD’s have THE funniest menu sequence I have ever seen.
Yes, you heard me right. The menu.
Instead of hearing my kids asking me to push play, I had Buck Denver himself, the puppet news anchor himself, questioning why I wasn’t “pushing the button”. He went on to say, “20 years ago, you’d have to go to college for like, 4 years to get this much information…now you just have to push a button…go ahead – push it – knowledge awaits!” Honestly, I was in stitches – and this was before the movie even started. (And I know this post isn’t about the rest of the DVD’s, but each DVD has an equally unique and humorous beginning 
Once my kids got sick of my listening to the menu silliness, they quickly became enthralled with every aspect of “Why Do We Call It Christmas?” Between learning about the origins of Christmas, Santa Claus, Hanukkah and more, they were entertained by witty characters and catchy songs. Honestly, I learned more in this one DVD about Biblical history than I did in some of my college courses!
If I had any complaint, it’s that sometimes the kids were so wrapped up in talking about the DVD characters themselves, they would miss a point being taught in the film. But really, is that a bad thing? After all, it’s not that hard to rewind a DVD (do you even still use ‘rewind’ when talking about DVD’s? I am dating myself!)
So here’s the deal. I’m giving away a copy of Why Do We Call It Christmas, but do you really want to risk not getting this in time before your family Christmas celebration?
Ok, so why don’t you go ahead and order a copy for yourself and then if you win, you can just give that one as a gift? 
Today (Thursday) is the last day to order the Christmas bundle with the standard shipping & processing fee ($9.95) and have it arrive by Christmas.
Win or lose, everyone can take advantage of the Free Christmas Resources for families at their brand new Why Do We Call It Christmas? site. This site includes free coloring pages, Christmas cards, ornaments, singalongs, Christmas Trivia and more.
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It’s Day 1 of my 12 Days of Giveaways! Today you can win the latest VeggieTales DVD: “The Little Drummer Boy”
Some of you may be scrambling to find some great gifts before Christmas, so I wanted to help out with my 12 days of giveaways! To kick it off, I have a new Christmas favorite, “The Little Drummer Boy” DVD from VeggieTales. Plus, they have graciously offered to throw in their Christmas CD, “O Holy Night: Journey of a Little Drummer Boy“, featuring some of your favorite Christian and country artists, including Wynona, Matthew West, the Winans and more!
Just enter via Rafflecopter below and start sharing the giveaway love!
Here’s a Build a Bear sale thru December 18:
Take 25% off all pre-made gifts (online only). Use code 97192 at checkout. Shop Now!
