Hain Celestial Group Giveaway! (CLOSED)

The Hain Celestial Group is offering a giveaway filled with healthy snacks and free coupons to help spread the word about the “Take a Healthy Bite out of Reading” back to school promotion. Hain Celestial has teamed up with Barnes & Noble to help inspire reading through healthy eating. The “Take a Healthy Bite” promotion is a receipt redemption program, where you can send your receipts for any products from Garden of Eatin’, MaraNatha, West Soy, Earth’s Best and Health Valley in exchange for gift cards from Barnes & Noble - $5.00 card for $15 worth of product and $10 for $25 worth of product. There is also a sweepstakes element and one lucky parent will win $500 worth of free books from Barnes & Noble for their local school library.

Visit www.takeahealthybite.com for healthy snack tips and kid friendly recipes from Keri Glassman, R.D. and sign up for the “Healthy Way of Life” newsletter to receive valuable coupons.

If you would like to be entered to win the $500 book sweepstakes sponsored at takeahealthybite.com you can be entered automatically through coupon redemption or through their sweepstakes entry page at http://www.takeahealthybite.com/sweepstakes/index.html/entry/enter (Please tell your readers about this link, too)

Giveaway:
All "Catch the Drift with Mama Snow" readers have a chance to win an assortment of natural and organic products from Hain Celestial Group, including Garden of Eatin’ blue corn chips, Health Valley granola bars, Earth’s Best Tots juice boxes and coupons for free jar of MaraNatha nut butter, free 32 ounce West Soymilk and free Earth’s Best Sesame Street frozen pizza. (Total Value $25)

To Enter:
Tell me one way you encourage reading in your home

Extra Entries:
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Rules:
Be sure to leave a comment telling me what the entry is for. Leave a separate comment for each entry. Also be sure to leave an email address for me to contact you. A winner will be selected randomly using Random.org. They will have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. US only

Giveaway Ends: Tuesday Aug. 11, 2009

"I See Me" The World According To..." Review and Giveaway!!! (CLOSED)

I hope you haven't forgotten about "I See Me" personalized childrens books. If you remember last month my son and I took the time to create one of these wonderful books. He recieved a kit in the mail for "The World According to..." book. My son had a great time answering all the questions and drawing the pictures for his book. All the questions brought out my sons fun personality. One of the fill in the blanks included the statement, "I would like to help the world by....". My son said, "taking them to the doctors". I thought it was pretty cute and best part is, I now have this answer and many others saved in this published book.

The published book finally arrived last week and my son was ecstatic. It was so fun going through all the pages and seeing his pictures he worked so hard to create. My plan is to have each of my children create one of these personalized books. It is not only made very well, but will last so that my children can share it with their children. This makes a great gift for any child or parent and an even better keepsake. You can take a virtual tour of "The World According to ..." and other "I See Me" books at their site.



"I See M"e offers a variety of personalized items for your child. You can choose from several books and art pieces. Also, Recently "The World according To..." book was awarded the 2009 iParenting Award.

The Giveaway:
One winner will receive the kit and complete book with postage for "The World According to..." book.

To Enter: You MUST visit "I See Me" and look through their store. Come back here and leave a comment telling me another item that interests you.

*Extra Entries*
(The 7 people who left comments on my first review on I See Me books. I have emailed you and as long as you also include the mandatory entry you receive 2 bonus entries. Yes, I said 2. I am feeling very generous today.)

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Rules: Be sure to leave a comment telling me what the entry is for. Leave a separate comment for each entry. Also be sure to leave an email address for me to contact you. A winner will be selected randomly using Random.org. They will have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. US only!

Giveaway Ends: July 23

"Welcome Little One" book review and giveaway! (CLOSED)

The Classy Closet review panel is back. This time we are sharing with you this wonderful book written by award-winning author, Sandra Magsamen.

Sandra Magsamen has put together her skills as an artist, art therapist and mom to create products that allow people to express themselves and connect with others. Through the years Sandra has seen the different ways people choose to express their feelings towards one another. Learning that sometimes art gives people the opportunity to do so otherwise. Sandra first started creating her own art in her kitchen. Soon the demand for her art creations grew and so did Sandra's career.

Sandra Magsamen has since founded Table tiles, Inc. (a multi-million dollar gift business), created infant brands seen at JC Penny and Wal-mart ("Messages from the Heart" and "Wishes & Kisses"), published 35 books and more. Also be on the look out for Sandra's two new books coming out, My Little Monkey and Little Bear Hugs. These two books will be published Sept. 1st, 2009.



Review:
My kids and I have been reading "Welcome Little One". This is an adorable book filled with beautiful words, colorful illustrations and it even includes fun interactive pages. This has become my daughters favorite book. She has always enjoyed touchy feely books, but Sandra has chosen to include so much more. My daughter favorite pages are the musical page, which plays Rock a Bye Baby with the push of a button and the final page which includes a mirror under a flap. She loves to look at herself and give herself a little kiss when I read the last words, "The world became a more wonderful place the moment I saw your beautiful face".

This book has such beautiful words and is a must for a new mother and her baby. Any child would love to grow up being read this book each night before going to bed.

Giveaway:
Once again there is some great giveaways going on for Sandra Magsemen books. You will find the links included at The Classy Closet. In fact, you will also find a Special Giveaway at The Classy Closet where on winner will win a copy of "Welcome Little One" and the new "My Little Monkey" with a baby blanket attached!



As for my viewers, you have the chance to win your own copy of "Welcome Little One".



How to Enter:
You MUST visit Sandra Magsemen's store and tell me another one of her items you are interested in.

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Rules: Leave a separate comment for each entry. Also be sure to leave an email address for me to contact. A winner will be selected randomly using Random.org. They will have 48 hours to reply or a new winner will be chosen. US and Canada only and no PO boxes.

Giveaway Ends: June 29,2009

"I See Me" The World According To... review (Read to learn how you can get an extra entry for a future giveaway)!!!

Being a mom has it's ups and downs, but overall It has been one of my greatest blessings. My children have truly made me a better person. My children also never leave my life boring or dull. They make me laugh several times throughout the day. And each year brings new special moments as I begin to understand more about who they are as an individual. I want to always remember these moments and remember who they were while I was raising them.

I recently happened upon a wonderful company, I See Me, who offers several personalized products for your child. You can find several books and art pieces that allow you to put your child's name on. What I find most appealing about "I See Me" books are how they personalize their books with your child's name and fun information about them. This allows the books to not only be enjoyed by your child, but allows them to be treasured by you.




I See Me generously sent me "The World According To Your Child" kit and book. I have already received the kit and my son and I have been spending time together to complete the questions and pictures. The kit has a list of fun questions for your child to answer. Some of the questions are "What is your favorite color?" and "If you could have any super power, what would it be?". Also included in the kit are markers and special pages for you child to draw on. All the questions and pictures will then be sent back to I See Me and published into your very own book. So far the whole process has been great. Everything included in the kit has made things clear for both my son and I. Both of us have really enjoyed the time we have been able to spend together. I have loved hearing all the fun answers my son has come up with and he is super excited to see how his book turns out. We just sent back our kit and are now waiting for the final book to be sent our way.


Obviously I am going to show you the final product once I receive it. This is going to be one book I will keep through the years. Of course I have high hopes for this book and I will share with you if my expectations were met. In the mean time I want to send you over to this virtual tour of I See Me's, The World According To Your Child. You can also find other virtual tours on other I See Me books. Feel free to check them out and let me know what you think!

Future "Extra Entry" Opportunity: Be on the lookout for more on I See Me. This review isn't over yet and I may even see a giveaway in the future. In fact, let's make things fun. If you check out the virtual tour and leave a comment here telling me your thoughts, I will give you an extra entry, as long as you do the mandatory entry when the giveaway arrives. You have until the final review is posted.

To be continued...

ZoomAlbum review and giveaway! CLOSED

Photos are always a great way to put a smile on ones face. The faces and memories a photo can hold is priceless. I love my ZoomAlbum Book kit. ZoomAlbum is a small professional looking portable album that I can create in my own home. Each booklet holds 12 photo pages and is made to keep your photos lasting. These mini albums are the perfect gift for anyone. Any user to create a handmade gift or keepsake using the familiar technologies found in most households today: a PC, digital camera, camera phone or scanner, and a color Inkjet printer. Grandparents will love carrying these in their purses and while traveling. It gives them a great way to show off their grandchildren. If you have a bunch of long time girlfriends that you are wanting to find the perfect gift for. Just choose 12 of your favorite memories and pictures of each other and you can create "Friends Forever" memory album. Zoom Album photo books are perfect for birthdays, christmas, fathers day and Mothers Day (hint hint)!

Zoom Album allows you to edit and add text to your photos. I was a little worries about how easy this really would be. In all honesty it wasn't all that difficult. My printer had a couple of issues (Which I was informed HP sometimes does), but I just switched my setting to a "semi-gloss" photo paper and everything was corrected. Once all of my pictures where printed, the whole process of putting the book together was under 20 minutes. Most of this was because I was still reading the directions being cautious with each step. Now that I know what I am doing this process will be done in just a few minutes. Overall this is was very easy and fun!




Special through April 30: Right now you can get any ZoomAlbum kit for $23.96. Usually the prices are from $29.95-$32.95, that is a GREAT saving! The kits include the disk to download the program and all of the supplies needed for 3 Color or Photo Cover 3" x 3" Photo Albums. Refills are also on sale so head on over to check this deal out!

Before I move on to the giveaway I also have to point out that ZoomAlbum also opens opportunity for you to earn money. Wether you are a blogger or someone who loves photos, ZoomAlbum wants you to benefit from spreading the word. One opportunity is by becoming a Photobook Coach. You can go to the site to learn more or email them if you have further questions.

Giveaway: One winner will get a Photo Cover Photo Album Kit!

To Enter: Go to ZoomAlbum and find the closest retailer to you. If there are no retailers in your state then share with me what kind of album you would make and who it would be for.

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Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is opened worldwide!

Giveaway Ends: April 24, 2009

Kids Cooking and Sewing review and giveaway! CLOSED

Some of a child's best memories are created while spending time with mom or dad. My own mother and I shared many memories in the kitchen. I remember my favorite thing to make with her was cookies. We made all sorts of cookies like sugar cookies, chocolate chip, oatmeal and my favorite, candy cane cookies. Now a mother myself, my own kids are always begging to help me cook. Allowing them to help wasn't as easy as I had expected it to be. I have found that some recipes just don't call for children's hands. Some recipes are just not children friendly. I am so excited to share with you "Kids Cooking Activities". This is a site geared toward children who love to cook and parents who are beginnings to show their children around the kitchen. This wonderful site has a variety of information and supplies for you and your child to use. I have been able to review several of their ebooks includeing an ebook from their sewing site called "Kids Sewing Projects".
Since my son is a little to young for sewing we have yet to try out the sewing projects. l can tell you how fun the sewing projects look. They are all organized by levels, starting with level one. Each project you pass prepares you for the next level which is a more advanced sewing project. All of these projects items the children can use and display in the home.
As for the cooking ebooks I recieved the Cooking Unit which included four books. All ebooks included wonderful information. Our favorite had to be the Kids Cooking Lessons. This has made cooking in the kitchen so much easier for my children and I. It has provided me with tips on how to get my kids involved and how to teach them kitchen safety. Like the sewing ebook, Kids Cooking Lessons is also set up with levels. There is the Assistant Chef (ages 3-6 years), Chef In Training (ages 7-11), the Junior Chef (ages 12-15) and the Senior Chef (ages 16-19). Each of these age groups are provide with all the information they need to succeed in the kitchen. Since my son is 4 we gave been focusing on being Assistant Chefs. I have seen my sons confidence grow and I have been proud of his love for helping mommy cook. Even my youngest wants to get in all the fun (although her idea of helping is a little different then mine).



Each level has its own recipes that the age group can use. My son and I have had so much fun trying them. The great part about the recipes in the Assistant Chef section is that they can be used for parties and play groups. In our neighborhood we have set up a schedule where once a week a different couple wathes all the kids so the other couples can go out on a date. I love planning crafts and activities for the kids. This last time I decided that I would make "Spider Crackers, a recipe from the book, with all of the children. It was a hit and all the children loved them. I made these with children ranging from ages 1-9. Everyone ate them too!
There is a lot of information in these ebook and I look forward to learning more. I think the sewing and cooking programs are terrific for children who need to develop their skills, children who love love cooking and families who love spending time together.

Giveaways: Their will be two winners. One will win the Cooking Lessons for Kids and another person will win Sewing Projects for Kids.

To Enter Decide which you are most interested in (sewing or cooking for kids). Which ever you want to win, you must visit that specific site wether it be "Kids Cooking Activities" or "Kids Sewing Projects". Look around and come back to tell me something new you learned or liked about the site. You will find all their categories and topics on the left side bar.

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Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen.
This giveaway is opened to anyone who can download an ebook!

Giveaway Ends: March 31

"Let’s Get Ready For Kindergarten/First Grade" review and giveaway! CLOSED!

I have been reviewing an amazing book used to prepare children for kindergarten and first grade. Every parent wants their child to excel in their education. When your child gets ready to enter kindergarten you want them to be ready. I have this same hope for my own little ones and I want to make sure I do what I can as a mother to prepare them.
While pregnant with my first I worked as a Teachers Aide in kindergarten. I noticed that no matter how wonderful the teacher was, if the parents didn't do their part to teach their child at home then the child would begin to fall behind the other students. I didn't want that to happen with my own children. Now that my oldest is four I have been trying to find the appropriate approach in helping my son. This has has been a harder task then I thought.
"Let's Get Ready For Kindergarten" and "Let's Get Ready For First Grade" has really helped direct me to the best teaching method. One of our struggles has been spelling his name correctly. He knows which letters to use, but didn't seem the know the difference between upper and lower case. He also has struggled getting the letters in the right order. Some of the first pages included a list of all upper and lower case letters. This has really helped my son differentiate between the two. The next page
had all the letters mixed up. This gave my son the chance to search for the letters he needed. He is a lot more familiar with the upper and lower case letters. He can even spell his name in order out load without mixing up the letters. I give much credit to "Let's Get Ready For Kindergarten". My son is recognizing numbers and now working on days of the week. He loves his book and the activities. "Let's Get Ready For Kindergarten" is great for all types of learners and each page is made so that you can use dry-erase markers on them. Allowing your child to use a more hands on approach for learning. "Let's Get Ready For Kindergarten" and "Let's Get Ready For First Grade" is also available in an english and spanish version.
Stacey Kannenberg is the author of these wonderful books. I highly recommend this wonderful book. You can find "Let's Get Ready For Kindergarten/First Grade" at www.cedarvalleypublishing.com or at Amazon (and other select booksellers nationwide).

The Giveaway: One lucky person will win their own copy of "Let's Get Ready For Kindergarten" in English or Spanish/English. They will also recieve the First Grade book in English.

To Enter: Go to Cedar Valley Publishing and tell me something you learned about Stacey Kannenberg, the author.

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Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen.
This giveaway is opened to US only.

Giveaway Ends:March 22

Tooth Fairy Keepsakes Review and giveaway! CLOSED

Though my son is barley turning four, he is missing his two front teeth. Much to our surprise last Nov. our son had two very loose teeth. We did an x-ray to find he had no root. This must have been cause by some past trauma to his teeth. Needless to say he will be minus his teeth for at least two years or more.

With all this excitement the Tooth Fairy has had one concern. She hasn't been sure as to what to do with her new collection of teeth. I have to admit I hate throwing these precious little teeth away. They are a reminder of my little boy and the baby I once use to hold in my arms and rock to sleep. Anything I can keep to hold on to those memories is worth it. Luckily we just received a VERY SPECIAL delivery last week. It was a package sent from the Tooth Fairy. My son and I opened the package to find a beautifully wrapped "Tooth Fairy Keepsake" book and a Chenille Tooth Pillow. My son is so excited to move on from the little plastic bag we used for his first teeth and on to this adorable pillow. The pillow has a small pocket that allows the Tooth Fairy to leave her gift in for the child. It is soft and made very well.


(Luckily we got the package just as we were leaving to go to some nice function. Otherwise my boy would be wearing his spider man costume which he rarely takes off! )
Now as for those teeth. The package also included a book in which you can easily add your child's teeth to. You simply put a little glue on them and push them into the book where the tooth belongs. Off to the side there is a place you can place the date your child loss their tooth. It really was easy and included a special poem sent from the Tooth Fairy. My son has to look in his book several times through out the day. He is so proud of his book and the two teeth he has already used to fill it in. I am so glad My son and I have the Tooth Fairy Keepsake book to hold on to those precious baby teeth. You can purchase the Tooth Fairy Keepsake book or pillow for a boy or a girl. You can even purchase both in a special set. This is something want to use for each of my children and I defiantly plan on purchasing one for my daughter as well.


The "Tooth Fairy Keepsake gifts" make great baby gifts or the perfect gift for a child who lost their very first tooth!

The Giveaway: The winner will win their own "Tooth Fairy Keepsake Book" (for boy or girl).

To Enter: You must visit the The Tooth fairy Keepsake Gifts site and tell me which one of your favorite celebrities owns a Keepsake gift! (This is a must!)

*For Bonus Entries*

-Share a memory you have about the Tooth Fairy or loosing a tooth.
-Post this giveaway on Twitter/Facebook/Blog. (Be sure to tell me where you posted, your profile or URL name so I can double check! Plus you can earn an extra entry for each of these post.)
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Each of these can give you another entry! Please leave a separate comment for each one and what it is for!

Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen.


Giveaway Ends: March 14

My Bloomin Belly! (My Review and Their Giveaway)

I have to admit I was not prepared for pregnancy, let alone a new baby. I was the youngest of four and never had opportunity to babysit or hold a little one. So when I found out I was pregnant for the first time, I sort of freaked out. I had almost nine months to prepare for the little one, but the pregnancy was already there and I couldn't slow that down. I had no clue what was in store.
I had several people offer me books which only overwhelmed me more. There were so many pages and so much information, a lot of which I found useless. I just wanted the basic information on me, my health and my baby. I also wanted an honest book about what to expect. Most importantly I needed a book that could keep my attention and maybe provide me with some humor along the way. Now that I have already had baby number two, the perfect book arrives. A little late for me, but right on time for you soon-to-be moms.
"My Bloomin Belly A Pregnancy Calendar Plus", is a wonderful ebook to help guide and inform you during your pregnancy. My favorite part of this book is how it is cut down by months and categories. This gives you the opportunity to easily find what you are looking for, rather then having to read through several pages before finding what you want. It starts by giving you all the options of delivery. Yes, you have options. I personally prefer the traditional way with a doctor at the hospital, but to know I and others have options is such a relief. This book includes specifics and directs you to sites that will help you find what you want.
I think anyone who has already experienced pregnancy would agree that there were several things not even your closest friends ever told you. Why do some things need to be forgotten to untold. "My Bloomin Belly..." does now leave these untold things unspoken. Each month they include a section titled, "The Real Deal: What only your best friend will tell you!". You will find things you never knew or if you are like me, you will find things you wish someone would have told you. One great example is the ultra sound. One of the days you most look forward to, one of the days you also experience some of the worst bladder pains ever!

My Bloomin Belly Blog
"My Bloomin Belly A Pregnancy Calendar Plus", not only offers there ebook, but recently created a blog where they post fun stories and information for pregnant women and moms.
You can find their blog HERE!

My Bloomin Belly's featured Giveaway
"My Bloomin Belly's..." blog also has a fun giveaway for all you giveaway lovers. One winner will win a set of Lia Sophia Bangle bracelets.
Giveaway Here!
Mybloominbelly.blogspot.com

Win a Book Starring Your Child! (CLOSED)

This giveaway is part of the Bloggy Carnival ! Be sure to check out other great giveaways there!



I am a strong believer in getting your child involved in reading at a young age. This can really benifit their future and education. I am the first to say it is not always easy to get them to sit still and listen or even focus on a book. But if you can find the right book to get them excited about reading, that may be the first step. This is why I am so excited to introduce you to our next giveaway sponcer, "Me Media Kids".
When introducing your child to reading, Me Media Kids provides great options. They do this by bringing the child inside the book, literally! Your child's picture is placed throughout pages of the the book. I can only imagine how excited they get to see themselves staring as the main character.
Me Media Kids books are full of life and bright colors. They are illustrated and written to entertain your little one.

The Giveaway: Me Media Kids is giving away one gift certificate, which will includes a book and shipping (total value: $49.90)!

To Enter: Go Visit "Me Media Kids" look around and come back and tell me what you love most about these books!

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Each of these can give you another entry! Please leave a separate comment for each one and what it is for!

Rules: In order to win, you must provide a valid email. I will be notifying the winner by email. The winner will have 48 hours to respond to me with their name and address. If this information is not received within 48 hours new winner will be chosen. This giveaway is opened to US residents only.

Giveaway Ends: January 27