Giveaway: I LOVE Blueberries

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Synopsis:

Jolie LOVES blueberries and is determined to grow her own using hydroponics with her new friend Margot.

 

Told through Jolie’s comical scrapbook-style journal entries and Margot’s creative sketchbook, young readers will learn how they create a plan and work together to not only grow blueberries but also develop a new friendship. This heartwarming story emphasizes the value of friendship, a theme that will resonate with young readers.

 

 

 

 

With the help of Jolie’s faithful rabbit, Munchy, and Margot’s dog, Pip, plans are underway to bring the whole class together to convince the community to help them set up a hydroponics growing station in their classroom. Filled with engaging facts about blueberries, hydroponics, poetry, and a heartwarming theme of friendship, I LOVE BLUEBERRIES is not just a delightful read, but also a valuable educational resource. It’s a must-have for any bookshelf, promising to spark curiosity and promote learning.

 

Informational backmatter includes facts about blueberry nutrition, growing blueberries, and hydroponics. This story makes a great read before a family trip to a pick-your-own blueberry farm, a garden store, or in a classroom, talking about healthy eating and growing your own food.

 

About the Author:

Shannon Anderson is an award-winning children’s book author, professor, TEDx speaker, frequent keynote presenter, and certified brain coach. She taught for 25 years, from first grade through college level and was named one of the 10 teachers who “awed and inspired” the Today Show in 2019. Shannon loves doing author visits, providing Professional Development for teachers, mentoring aspiring writers, and speaking at events. Her book I LOVE Strawberries! was named the top rated 2022 picture book by Good Housekeeping magazine and the national book of the year by the Farm Bureau Foundation. Learn more at shannonisteaching.com.

 

About the Illustrator:

Jaclyn Sinquett grew up playing in her dad’s garden, feeding worms to box turtles, and tossing french fries to seagulls at the Jersey shore. She now spends her time avoiding sunburn at the beach with her daughter, catching up on a certain great baking show, and illustrating books for children. She lives in Brick, NJ. See more of her work at jaclynsinquett.com.

 

About the Publisher:

Feeding Minds Press is a project of the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture. The mission of the Foundation is to build awareness and understanding of agriculture through education. The goal of Feeding Minds Press is to publish accurate and engaging books about agriculture that connect readers to where their food comes from and who grows it. Learn more at feedingmindspress.com.

 

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Publisher (includes the coloring pages): https://www.feedingmindspress.com/our-books/i-love-blueberries
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Giveaway details:
– Two winners will receive a hardcover of I LOVE Blueberries! by Shannon Anderson and illustrated by Jaclyn Sinquett
– US only, Sponsor will ship directly to your winners
Ends May 1. Winner has 24 hours to reply.

Henry Danger: The Movie / Digital Code Giveaway

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Henry Danger The Movie is Available to Buy Now on Digital

 

  • Synopsis:
    • Nickelodeon’s Henry Danger The Movie, the feature-length original movie based on the hit live-action series, is available now on Digital. In an exciting new chapter of the action-comedy franchise, Henry finds himself racing through a maze of alternate realities with his new superfan sidekick.

In Henry Danger The Movie, Henry Danger (Jace Norman) meets a superfan—eager to fight crime with Kid Danger—who comes into possession of a device that can open up alternate realities. Facing a wild ride, Henry will need his best friend Jasper (Sean Ryan Fox) and his new superfan sidekick to find his way out or be stuck in another dimension forever.

This is a giveaway for a Digital Code for Henry Danger winner will be emailed the code after the winner has been announced .  Chatty Pattys Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the prize.

 


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TOMBSTONE 4K Arrives on Digital on April 22

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OMG if you have not seen Tombstone yet you are missing out of one of the all time best movies.  It has everything from action to love family and more.  Of course also the Old west which is always a blast.

 

Film Synopsis
Every town has a story — Tombstone has a legend. Experience the explosive, action-packed battle on 4K Ultra HD. U.S. Marshall Wyatt Earp (Kurt Russell), his brothers (Sam Elliott, Bill Paxton) and the outrageous Doc Holliday (Val Kilmer) band together to bring law to the lawless in a notorious showdown at the O.K. Corral. The star-studded cast also includes Dana Delany, Jason Priestley and Michael Biehn in an epic story of Wild West justice.

Bonus Materials

  • The Making of Tombstone
    • An Ensemble Cast
    • Making An Authentic Western
    • The Gunfight At The O.K. Corral
  • Director’s Original Storyboards: O.K. Corral Sequence
  • Trailers & TV Spots

Feature Run Time
Approx. 130 minutes

Rating
U.S.: Rated R for strong Western violence

Awesome Easter Basket Toys

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We got some awesome easter toys this year for free in exchange for an honest post.  All opinions are our own

Easter is my sons favorite time of year.  I love the eggmazing for doing our eggs and I love that I can fill his basket and its not full of candy.

PLAYMOBIL Rabbit Family:Take care of the furriest of friends with PLAYMOBIL’s Starter Pack Rabbit Family! With the included teacher and student figures, kids can engage these adorable class pets in endless classroom fun. Help the rabbits hop with excitement as they enjoy a yummy treat of carrots and grain, and care for them with the included accessories. This charming set is perfect for little animal lovers and makes a fantastic Easter-themed gift, bringing springtime fun and bunny-themed play to any basket!
Available on playmobil.com and Amazon (MSRP: $19.99; Ages 4-10)

PEEPS® EggMazing Egg Decorator (Hey Buddy Hey Pal): PEEPS® once again is a part of the EggMazing family with the new colors for the PEEPS® EggMazing Egg Decorator! Just like the other decorators, this bunny-shaped one holds and spins hard-boiled eggs while you use the included PEEPS® markers to decorate! New colors include the iconic PEEPS® Blue, PEEPS® Pink and PEEPS® Purple! One sample will be sent to you.

Available at Amazon (MSRP: $27.99; Ages 3+)

BIZYBOO’s Easter Colorable Egg Busy Bag Scavenger Hunt (Vango Toys): These award-winning Hide ’N’ Seek Busy Bags are now colorable! They are the perfect mess-free, on-the-go, and low-fuss companion! Using both written and visual prompts found on an attached card, children will have a blast prodding and shifting the beads around, seeking out the Easter objects! Not only do they keep little ones engaged, but these bags also foster learning and motor skill development and encourage independence. Each set includes 2 busy bags and 6 bright markers, allowing little hands to color, decorate, and personalize their own Easter-themed characters. A perfect Easter egg-decorting alternative!
Available on Amazon in March (MSRP: $9.99; Ages 2+)

Loveté Bows (Vango Toys): Loveté inspires girls to express their creativity through stylish, hands-on fashion projects with unique hair bow tying sets. Each 3-pack set includes materials to craft three distinct bows using fashionable fabrics and embellishments, with themes like Prima Ballerina, Dark Academia, and Spring Fling. Perfect for girls’ nights, personal fashion, and gifting, including Easter baskets! Available in both multi-pack and single-pack options, these sets make a fun and creative Easter gift.
Available on Amazon and Walmart in March (MSRP: $19.99; Ages: 8+)

Abbott Elementary: The Complete Third Season

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

The Critically Acclaimed Television Series That Has Garnered 4 Emmy® Award and 3 Golden Globe® Award Wins!

ABBOTT ELEMENTARY:

THE COMPLETE THIRD SEASON

Coming to DVD on April 1, 2025

BURBANK, CA (February 18, 2025) – Get your favorite back-to-school outfit ready as school is back in session with the highly anticipated release of Abbott Elementary: The Complete Third Season on DVD on April 1, from Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment. Follow the lives of the staff we have grown to know and love working at Willard R. Abbott Elementary School, and go down memory lane with all 14 hilarious, wholesome and “educational” episodes from the third season. Pre-order your copy beginning February 18.

Quinta Brunson, Emmy® Award winner for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series, created the series and stars as Janine Teagues. Brunson, alongside Justin Halpern and Patrick Schumacker of Delicious Non-Sequitur Productions, Randall Einhorn and Brian Rubenstein serve as executive producers. In addition to Brunson, the cast includes Tyler James Williams as Gregory Eddie, Janelle James as Ava Coleman, Lisa Ann Walter as Melissa Schemmenti, Chris Perfetti as Jacob Hill, William Stanford Davis as Mr. Johnson, and Emmy® Award winner Sheryl Lee Ralph as Barbara Howard.

A top program on ABC since its debut season, “Abbott Elementary” continues to draw viewers. The show returned for its winter premiere (on 1/8/25) with a highly anticipated crossover event, featuring FXX’s “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia,” reaching a series high in Total Viewers (8.05 million) and Adults 18-49 (2.57 rating) in multiplatform viewing, excluding the show’s post-Oscars® episode (3/10/24).

SYNOPSIS:

It’s the season for change for the teachers of Abbott Elementary. Janine leads ambitious growth initiatives for the school while navigating personal and professional challenges. Gregory embraces his role as the “cool” teacher. Ava surprises with moments of unexpected leadership. From Career Day to a heartfelt end-of-year celebration, the Abbott staff prove that with teamwork- and Janine’s relentless drive – they can handle anything.

PRODUCT                       

DVD

 

Audio: English

Subtitles: English

Running Time: 302 minutes

Rated: Not Rated

 

About Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment (WBDHE) distributes the award-winning movies, television, animation, and digital content produced by Warner Bros. Discovery to the homes and screens of millions through physical Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD retail sales and digital transactions on major streaming, video-on-demand cable, satellite, digital, and mobile channels.  WBDHE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery Content Sales, one of the world’s largest distributors of entertainment programming.

Why Exercise is Critical for Your Health and Wellness While Studying

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Studying is a mentally demanding endeavor that takes immense focus, determination, and self-care. While academics should be the priority, you can’t neglect your physical and mental wellbeing. Making time for regular exercise is a critical component of success in school. Beyond just staying fit, exercise provides multifaceted benefits that will directly support you in your studies.

Exercise Provides Physical Benefits

Getting regular physical activity while studying at https://online.marybaldwin.edu/ is vital for maintaining good health and preventing disease. Exercise helps control weight, boost energy levels, improve sleep, and reduce stress. It also strengthens the immune system, lowering susceptibility to minor illnesses like colds and flu that could derail study plans.

Cardiovascular exercise improves heart health, lowers blood pressure, and increases stamina needed for long study sessions. Weight training builds strength, preventing back and neck pain from long hours hunched over books or laptops. Stretching enhances flexibility, counteracting tightness from being sedentary.

Students who exercise regularly have more energy and focus to apply to academics. Exercise causes the release of endorphins, nature’s “feel-good” chemicals, leaving you in a positive mindset to study productively.

Exercise Enhances Mental Performance

Physical activity provides cognitive benefits that directly enhance academic performance. Exercise improves memory and learning ability by increasing blood and oxygen flow to the brain. It stimulates the growth of new brain cells and connections, expanding the brain’s capacity for taking in and retaining information.

Regular exercise boosts concentration, focus and attention span, enabling longer study sessions with greater retention. The short-term stress relief and mood boost from exercise increases motivation and mental resilience to handle academic challenges. Students who make time for fitness are better equipped both mentally and physically for academic success.

Exercise Relieves Stress

Exercise is one of the most effective stress management techniques for students facing academic pressure. Physical exertion provides an outlet for pent-up worries, anxieties and frustrations that could otherwise distract from productive studying. Even a short workout can clear your head, put things in perspective, and recharge you for further studying.

By reducing levels of the stress hormone cortisol, exercise helps induce a sense of calm. This makes it easier to focus amidst the pressure of exams and deadlines. Simple activities like a lunchtime walk around campus can quickly diffuse stress between classes or study sessions.

Regular exercise leads to better sleep, which is essential for rejuvenating an overworked mind. Without proper rest, stress accumulates rapidly. Maintaining an exercise routine enables better stress resilience day to day.

Exercise Promotes Overall Wellbeing

In addition to physical and mental boosts, exercise provides general health benefits that support you holistically as a student. Group exercise like intramural sports, yoga classes or running clubs helps satisfy the human need for social connection. New relationships formed through fitness activities can become invaluable support networks during challenging academic times.

Exercise is clinically proven to boost mood and relieve symptoms of mild depression or anxiety, which often afflict students facing heavy workloads. The sense of accomplishment from regular workouts helps cultivate self-confidence and a positive self-image—ideal mental states for tackling exams or projects.

Ultimately, regular exercise enables thriving both in and out of the classroom. Whether it’s a campus fitness class, gym session or backyard game with friends, make physical activity a habit. Prioritizing exercise will keep you happy, healthy and at your mental best throughout your academic journey.

Audrey’s Children is in theaters on March 28th

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I have to admit I did not know most of this.  I love when a great story of a strong, smart woman who made a difference come out.  As a side not the Ronald Mc Donald house is very special to our family like may others.  They gave us a place to stay when my son was in the NICU and they were amazing the whole time.

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AUDREY’S CHILDREN tells the untold true story of visionary British physician Dr. Audrey Evans, who burst onto the scene in 1969 as the first female Chief of Oncology at the world-renowned Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Battling sexism, medical conventions, and the subterfuge of her peers, Evans developed the first Neuroblastoma Staging System, co-founded the first Ronald McDonald House for families of patients, and, ultimately, impacted the lives of millions of children and families around the world. When Dr. Evans started her work, only 10 % of children with cancer survived, now nearly 80% survive.Rated PG. https://www.audreyschildren.com/

Shameless: The Complete Series – Coming To DVD For The First Time Ever March 18 #shameless

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Shameless: The Complete Series

All 134 Episodes From The Emmy® Award Winning Series Will Be Available To Purchase on DVD March 18, 2025

#Shameless

BURBANK, CA (January 27, 2025) – From Executive Producer John Wells (“ER,” “The West Wing”), Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will be newly releasing Shameless: The Complete Series, the critically acclaimed, long-running series in one complete set for the first time ever on DVD! Get ready to binge on all 134 episodes from the 11 incredible seasons of Showtimes Emmy® award-winning original series, along with all the previously released special features. The American comedy-drama television series based on the British series of the same name, will be available to purchase on March 18. Pre-order your copy today.

Shameless stars Emmy® Award Winner William H. Macy, Emmy Rossum, Emmy® Award Winner Jeremy Allen White, Cameron Monaghan, Emma Kenney, Ethan Cutkosky, Shanola Hampton, Steve Howey, Noel Fisher and special guest star Joan Cusack.

Created by Paul Abbott, the series is produced by John Wells Productions and Warner Bros. Television. Developed for American television and executive produced by John Wells.

SYNOPSIS:

Meet Frank Gallagher (William H. Macy): proud, working-class patriarch to a motley brood of six smart, spirited and independent kids who, without him, would be…better off. In Frank’s booze-addled view, parenting just eats into his hard-earned bar-crawling time around Chicago – so he leaves it to eldest daughter Fionna (Emmy Rossum) to hold down the fort. Bearing the de facto parent badge/burden, she’s donned the proverbial apron and makes sure her younger siblings do their chores, keep a clean-ish home, and everyone (no matter how small) works to keep the house lights on, as well as food on the table. Brothers Lip (Jeremy Allen White), Ian (Cameron Monaghan), and Carl (Ethan Cutkosky) use their intellect to break every rule in the book to survive and make the bank, while younger sister Debbie (Emma Kenney) would sooner steal her share, Toddle Liam, the youngest, is just happy to be along for the ride. The Gallaghers are irreverent, endearing, resilient – and they’re absolutely, wildly and unapologetically Shameless.

Series information:

Shameless: The Complete Series

Includes all 134 episodes from all 11 award winning seasons.

PRODUCT                       

DVD                           

Audio: English SDH

Subtitles: English

Running Time: Over 7,500 minutes

Rated: TV-MA

MAR10 Day – Nintendo Celebrate Up #nintendoswitch

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Nintendo Announces Fun Ways to Enjoy MAR10 Day Wherever You Are

Get Ready for MAR10 Day with the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model + Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle, Universal Epic Universe Theme Park Sweepstakes,

Special Mario and Friends JetBlue Livery and More

REDMOND, WA — MAR10 Day is just around the corner and Nintendo is revealing plenty of opportunities to help prepare for the big day. Those staying close to home can pick up the Nintendo Switch − OLED Model + Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle to explore the Flower Kingdom, and they can also discover retail offers on select Mario games. Eligible fans looking for adventure can enter a sweepstakes for a chance to win a trip to visit SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ at the all-new Universal Epic Universe theme park at Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Florida. As part of the MAR10 Day festivities, Nintendo is also announcing a partnership with JetBlue to reveal a custom-painted aircraft featuring Mario and friends!

Take a Warp Pipe over to Mario.Nintendo.com for a full list of MAR10 Day activities where you can:

Bring Home Super Mario Fun for the Whole Family: Dive into the Super Mario Bros. Wonder game this MAR10 Day with the Nintendo Switch – OLED Model + Super Mario Bros. Wonder Bundle. For the suggested retail price of $349.99 (a combined savings of $67.98), you get a Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system, a digital download of Super Mario Bros. Wonder and a three-month Nintendo Switch Online Individual Membership.

Retail Offers on Nintendo Switch Games Featuring Mario and Friends: On March 9, select Nintendo Switch games featuring Mario and friends will be available for a suggested retail price of $39.99, including Super Mario Odyssey, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, Super Mario RPG, Princess Peach: Showtime! and Luigi’s Mansion 2 HD. Also, Mario vs. Donkey Kong will be available for a suggested retail price of just $29.99! Participating retailers include Best Buy, GameStop, Target and Walmart.

Wake Up with Mario and Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo: Starting March 9, Nintendo Sound Clock: Alarmo will be available at select retailers including Best Buy, GameStop, Walmart and Target. Featuring a sensor that reacts to your movements, Alarmo is more than just an alarm clock. Alarmo can track your sleep activity and also create soundscapes from Nintendo Switch games throughout the day.

 

Enter An Epic SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ Sweepstakes: Starting today, fans can visit My Nintendo for a chance to win a trip for four to Orlando, Florida to experience all four theme parks of Universal Orlando Resort, including the immersive worlds of the all-new Universal Epic Universe, featuring SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™. Experience your favorite video game characters like never before. From steering through iconic Mario Kart™ courses, to riding a mine cart through Donkey Kong Country™, to hitting ? Blocks and collecting digital coins as you explore, it’s interactive fun for everyone.

 

JetBlue Aircraft Featuring Mario and Friends: JetBlue and Nintendo have partnered on a custom livery featuring Mario and friends! The Airbus A320 Restyled aircraft named “Cloudtop Cruiser” features a bright, colorful design featuring Mario, Princess Peach, Luigi, Bowser, Donkey Kong and Yoshi. Inside the aircraft, the welcome screens of the plane’s seatback entertainment touchscreens will also include Mario and some of his Mushroom Kingdom pals. JetBlue customers and Nintendo fans can now spot the Cloudtop Cruiser flying throughout JetBlue’s network!

Join a Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Community Challenge Event: Join the My Nintendo Mario Kart™ 8 Deluxe Community Challenge for an opportunity to receive 310 My Nintendo Platinum Points. Between March 7 and March 17, players will join forces to try and finish one million combined laps in the game! Even if you participate for just one lap, you will be eligible to receive the Platinum Points if players worldwide combine to meet the goal. Enter the tournament code 1152-2501-4827 to get started. A Nintendo Switch Online membership is needed to join the race and if you don’t have one, you can claim a code for a 14-day free trial membership**. Visit My Nintendo to learn more.

There are even more ways that Mario fans can level up their MAR10 Day experience this year, such as redeeming their Platinum Points for My Nintendo rewards (including a new Super Mario™ Stadium Tote Bag) and attending events at GameStop, Best Buy or Nintendo New York. For a full list of activities, visit Mario.Nintendo.com.

With so much to do this MAR10 Day, you can keep the celebration going whether you’re at home or on the move! Let’s-a go!

Remember that Nintendo Switch features parental controls that let adults manage the content their children can access. For more information about other features, visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/.