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In Focus Astrology provides all you need to know about the characteristics and workings of the zodiac signs, along with instructions on how to create your own astrology chart to give you a deeper understanding of your own nature, as well as those closest to …
Kawaii is a Japanese word that translates to “cute,” and popular YouTube artist Pic Candle shows you how to doodle your way to adorable in this miniature, portable, and even cuter version of her best-selling Kawaii Doodle Class. * Complimentary book received for review. This …
Just in time for the important 2018 midterm elections, the voting process is brought to life for children of all ages when a charming underwater community comes together to illustrate its importance in the new children’s book Voting with a Porpoise. While kids giggle over dolphin pod leader Finn and Petey the Porpoise, parents are reminded just how viral voting and civic engagement are for a healthy democracy.
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A pod of dolphins can’t find enough food in the reef where they have always lived and are faced with an important decision: stay in their long-time home or move on to more fruitful waters. Looking to the group to vote on what their future would hold, the pod’s leader, Finn, doesn’t want Petey to vote because “he’s just a porpoise.” However, when Finn finds himself with a 6-pack ring wrapped around his beak, which Petey helps him remove, he has a change of heart. With Petey’s vote, the pod swims off for a new reef where they happily find plenty of food and a prosperous new life.
It can sometimes be difficult to explain to a child how important voting can be. It’s especially difficult finding appropriate books to help introduce the concept of voting to your children. It was perfect timing for the release of Voting with a Porpoise, (September, 2018) which does a great job at demonstrating not only the concept of voting, but how important it is to vote and let your voice be heard.
For my teacher and librarian friends, I would highly recommend using this title in your lesson plans about voting. At the end of the book, there is a section titled, “Conversation Started and Lesson Ideas” which is a great feature. It suggests ten different ways you can engage your students and get them talking about voting and how important it is. It also offers some information on the similarities and differences between a dolphin and a porpoise…which to me, is an added bonus! So, if you are looking for more titles to add to your lesson plan, classroom or library, then I say, “Go buy this book!”
Voting with a Porpoise is available for purchase through Amazon and retails at $14.99 for paperback or $24.99 for hardcover. It may also be available at your local library.
Voting with a Porpoise is sure to be a classic of classrooms, libraries and personal collections. Don’t miss the chance to show parents and children how important voting is in 2018 and for the future of our communities and country.
Giveaway: One lucky winner is going to win the Voting with a Porpoise children’s book. Good Luck!!!
Giveaway Details: This giveaway is open to residents of the US ONLY age 18 and over. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering. This giveaway will close on November 15th, 2018 at 11:59 pm EST time. No purchase necessary to enter or win.
Disclaimer: Sara K. has personally reviewed the product listed above. Sara has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Sara did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Two Classy Chics is not responsible for delivery of any giveaway items won from this blog. We are not responsible for injury or mis-use of any products won from the Two Classy Chics Blog. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering our giveaways.
Celestial helpers surround us in abundance, simply awaiting our call. Angels, Spirits & Goddesses is a lively reference to who’s who in the celestial reals. Featuring 100 divinities from spiritual traditions both current and ancient, this guide shows you how to call upon divine help …
Nobody’s perfect…exception Captain LaPlank, the perfect pirate… Or is he? Meet Captain LaPlank, the pirate who hates mistakes, as he sets sail with his new crew. It doesn’t take long before the trouble begins… * Complimentary Book Received for Review. This post contains affiliate links. …
Releasing just in time for the 100th anniversary of Ripley’s Believe It or Not!, A Century of Strange!, the 15th book in the bestselling series, is packed with all the unexpected stories and images you’ve come to expect from Ripley’s. There’s simply no way to prepare yourself for this all-true, all-new collection filled with incredible facts, unbelievable stories, and mind-blowing photography. As amazing today as 100 years ago, A Century of Strange! is sure to amaze and astound children and adults alike.
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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! A Century of Strange! is filled with thousands of strange stories, bizarre feats, and hair-raising oddities from around the world. Discover how one barber cuts hair with fire or marvel at blue lava spewing from a volcano—it’s all weird and all true! Bursting with vibrant and eye-catching photos, as well as submissions from our dedicated readers, this book is a must-have for every Ripley’s fan.
These are the types of books that never stay on the shelves in your school or local library. Ripley’s books have been around for a very long time. As a matter of fact, Ripley started sharing his stories in 1918, hence the 100th anniversary. Originally a newspaper panel, the Believe It or Not feature proved popular and was adapted into a wide variety of formats, including radio, television, comic books, a chain of museums, and a book series. I remember having to wait months and months in order to check these books out of my school and local library. By the time it was my turn, the books were in pretty bad shape. That didn’t stop be from enjoying all of the weird and unique stories hidden inside. The best thing about these books…is being able to share these amazing stories with my step-son.
I cannot wait to gift my step-son with A Century of Strange! He absolutely LOVES Ripley’s Believe It or Not! I gave him a Ripley’s book at Christmas and he carried it in his book bag for at least two months. He loves to read. He’s the type of kid that gets caught reading chapter books in the middle of math class. As a previous teacher and librarian, reading is very important in our household. We read EVERY night before bed. Some nights my step-son isn’t in the mood for a chapter book. A Century of Strange! is the perfect substitute. They are real-life stories that we can share together or separately. For completing his first week of fourth grade, he will be the proud owner of Ripley’s newest title. I cannot wait to see the look on his face.
And speaking of school…it’s the perfect time to add this to your home library, for your child. It’s a title the whole family will enjoy. A Century of Strange! is broken into six sections:
• Believe It! – read about Blood Falls, Hairplay, the Mapparium, etc.
• World – read about the Windmill Park, Silvesterchlausen, the Stone Castle, etc.
• Animals – read about snake dens, beetle battles or conjoined bats
• Pop Culture – read about cream art, Jedi training, or the book temple
• People – read about the bicycle ballerina, blazing barber, or the girl with the visible heart
• Beyond Belief – read about the jet-powered truck, Hairculese, or Krampus
Its release date was August 7th, is available for sale on August 28th and retails for $28.95 US, $34.95 CDN. It’s available online at ripleys.com, Amazon and at your local bookstore like Barnes & Noble or Books-A-Million. If you are looking for a “just because” gift for your child, I would highly recommend Ripley’s Believe It or Not! A Century of Strange! You won’t be disappointed.
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Giveaway: One lucky winner is going to win the Ripley’s Believe it or Not: A Century of Strange Book. Good Luck!
Giveaway Details: This giveaway is open to residents of the US ONLY age 18 and over. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering. This giveaway will close on September 19th, 2018 at 11:59 pm EST time. No purchase necessary to enter or win.
Disclaimer: Sara K. has personally reviewed the product listed above. Sara has not received any monetary compensation for her review. Sara did receive a free product to try out so she could evaluate and use it for her review. Her thoughts & opinions in this review are unbiased & honest and your opinions may differ. Two Classy Chics is not responsible for delivery of any giveaway items won from this blog. We are not responsible for injury or mis-use of any products won from the Two Classy Chics Blog. Please read our Terms of Service & Disclaimer Policy before entering our giveaways.
Do you know someone who is getting married? Are YOU getting married? Planning a wedding is an exciting and stressful time in a couple’s life. With each completed task, the excitement and stress increases. That is exactly how it was for my husband and I. …
20 fun step-by-step preschool projects about science, technology, engineering, art, and math! * Complimentary Book Received for Review. Preschoolers will love tackling these 20 fun, easy-to-follow step-by-step projects as they learn about STEAM topics (science, technology, engineering, arts and math). Topics include symmetry and how …