How to Spend Quality Time With Your Children

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A lot of us live very hectic lifestyles, trying to juggle a multitude of things. For most of us, they include holding down a job, running a home and family, a social life, and trying to get some exercise in, amongst other things. It’s no wonder many of us struggle to find time for anything these days. But in reality, some things are far important than others. And being able to spend quality time with the children is one of them. Remember, quality time is needed more than the quantity of time – for those of you who are really busy, this is a vital point. It is important we understand their development, if they have any issues they need to discuss, helping them with school work and a social life of their own. We can’t assume that having a quiet child means they do not need some TLC from time to time. To help get you thinking on ways to connect with your kids, here are a few ideas:

 

 

Daily One-to-Ones

This may be done as you’re are tucking them away for bed. All you need is around ten minutes of individual connection time. If you can sit down with your kid privately and ask any question on your mind, are you ok? Is school ok? Etc. If you can do this daily, you will develop a better understanding of them. If they are holding out on you at any point, you will be able to feel there is something wrong. Daily one-to-ones means you will be far more likely to pick up on subtle changes you may otherwise miss. That gives you scope to probe in any way you see fit, promising you won’t get mad or tell anyone is something you may have to do. And you will need to stick to your work until you have figured out how to help them.

 

Positive Behaviour Reinforcement

If your child has done a good job at school and got the top grades or has gone out of their way to help you or one of your siblings, for example, you need to reinforce this positive behavior. Verbal reinforcement is a must. Tell them you are proud of them, stick their high-grade on the fridge. You may need to be aware of your other children’s feelings as well, but positive behavior needs to be rewarded in some way. Perhaps, your reward could benefit all the children in some way, like taking them to see a film. Taking lots of photos of a school play, for example, and printing them off to be framed, could be a way of reinforcing good behavior. Use the gemini app to delete photo duplicates if you are an avid photo taker. You definitely want space on your phone to capture these proud moments.

 

Sit Down Meals

Why not have a sit-down meal every evening where phones are banned? This may take a little more preparation than having T.V dinners, but the results can be worth it. Perhaps waiting until everyone is together to have the meal is a must too. This gives you scope to have a family discussion every evening where the whole family gets to know each other better. It is also a great way to encourage healthy eating habits.

 

Family Activities

Once a month, at the weekends, you could go off for a family activity. Why not let everyone take turns in choosing an activity? That way, everyone is involved in the decision-making. Family outings such as Hikes, going to a Zoo, or a Theme Park, a mystery tour, are great ways for everyone to connect and learn more about each other’s skills. You will develop a better understanding of how your child thinks and feels about certain things, and that will enable your ability to help them if something goes wrong.  

 

Be Silly

Life is not all about being serious all the time. Life is supposed to be fun and enjoyable, not doom and gloom. Maybe you need to let your hair down and be a bit silly with the kids. Have a laugh and play with them. It is the small things in life that mean the most, and being able to let your hair down and have a laugh is such a great way to connect with people. It means that you are more approachable and down to earth, and sometimes that is all a child wants to see. Play tickle fights and hide and seek, and other little games which mean so much. You will find that these little things will reduce your stress levels too.  

 

Watercolors Giveaway

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Have you ever wanted to take up painting as a hobby? Do you have a child who expresses interest in art? This book is a perfect introduction to the world of watercolor painting.  Learn step by step simple techniques to help you create mouth watering paintings. 

From a syrup-drenched stack of fluffy pancakes and a perfectly golden-brown flaky croissant for breakfast to an overflowing bowl of comforting ramen (complete with egg, meat, mushrooms, and nori sheets!) for dinner and an adorably sweet three-layer frosted strawberry cake for dessert, Watercolor Snacks: Inspiring Lessons for Sketching and Painting Your Favorite Foods [978-1681987156, $24.95, Rocky Nook, July 2021] by Volta Voloshin-Smith details everything needed to create mouthwatering images for every meal of the day.

Perfect for food lovers, beginning artists, and anyone who wants to explore the world of watercolors through easy and accessible prompts and exercises, Watercolor Snacks is a colorful guide that walks you through basic techniques and how to apply them to create beautiful, delicious-looking paintings. Noted artist and instructor Volta Voloshin-Smith shares step-by-step lessons for sketching and painting 35+ foods for breakfast, lunch, snacks, dinner, dessert, and drinks. 

Voloshin-Smith, who grew up in Moldova during the dissolution of the Soviet Union before moving to the US in 2002, is the founder of Color Snack, her creative agency where she makes ready-made prints and commissions. 

“I love painting foods because it’s a way to celebrate people’s culture and create community,” she said. “My favorite part about food is being able to share a meal with someone else. Food brings people together and I try to celebrate that fact and also the ingredients with watercolor illustrations and animations.”

The first of its kind, this book also includes recommended watercolor supplies, basic watercolortechniques, color theory basics, and common watercolor problems and solutions.

Gather your supplies and your favorite snack, and take a bite out of this tasty guide as you create watercolor paintings of your favorite treats!

Watercolor Snacks: Inspiring Lessons for Sketching and Painting Your Favorite Foods
by Volta Voloshin-Smith
Rocky Nook
Paperback; July 2021
ISBN: 978-1681987156
$24.95; 8×10; 144 pages

About the Author
Originally from Moldova, Volta is the founder of Color Snack and her mission to watercolor the world can be seen in the various projects such as brand activations, custom illustrations, and animated GIFs that she creates for national and international brands (like the Dallas Mavericks and Pernod Ricard). She has taught thousands of students in her online and in-person watercolorworkshops, where she encourages everyone to discover their inner artist.


Volta has been featured in D Magazine, Dallas Morning News, Dallas Observer, Create Magazine, and others. She is frequently interviewed on the topics of creativity, entrepreneurship, and mindset.
Volta is the creator of Watercolor Meditations, a concept and online class that combines breathing exercises with watercolor techniques for a calming and relaxing experience. Volta’s podcast “Art, Snacks + Affirmations” is a space where she helps artists and creative entrepreneurs to build a resilient mindset. She also is a co-host to the live Instagram show, Watercolor Happy Hour, where she and her husband Dan share cocktail recipes and then teach how to paint them. Connect with Volta on Instagram (@colorsnack) and at colorsnack.com.

 

GIVEAWAY 

a Rafflecopter giveaway

Two winners will each receive  Watercolor Snacks: Inspiring Lessons for Sketching and Painting Your Favorite Foods (RV $24.95). See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 9.22.21

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize.

BABY SHARK’S BIG SHOW DVD Giveaway

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GET READY FOR FIN-TASTIC FUN WITH BABY SHARK, BASED ON THE WORLD-FAMOUS POP CULTURE PHENOMENON! 

BABY SHARK’S BIG SHOW! 

 

 

 

Available on DVD September 21, 2021

LOS ANGELES–August 17, 2021–Swim into Carnivore Cove with Baby Shark and his friends in the brand-new DVD release Baby Shark’s Big Show! Available on September 21, 2021, this DVD follows the adventures of Baby Shark and his best friend William from Nickelodeon’s new preschool series Baby Shark’s Big Show, co-produced with SmartStudy, the global entertainment company behind the beloved children’s brand Pinkfong. Preschoolers and their families will have a jaw-sometime with Baby Shark and his friends as they become superheroes, face their fears, make a wish on a shooting starfish, and so much more! Featuring original catchy tunes and four bonus shorts, fans won’t want to miss Baby Shark’s Big Show!

Baby Shark’s Big Show will be available on DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment on September 21, 2021, for the suggested retail price of $10.99.

Baby Shark’s Big Show episodes:
●Fish Friends Forever
●Baby Tooth
●Slobber Slug
●Super Shark

●William vs. Wild
●Legendary Loot
●Yup Day
●When You Wish Upon a fish

Special Features:
●A Crumb of a Clue
●The Bunny Slug
●Operation Cool Quest
●No Time for Timeouts

Baby Shark’s Big Show synopsis:
Join Baby Shark and his best bud William as they journey on fun-filled comedic adventures in their community of Carnivore Cove! See Baby Shark and friends enter a battle of the bands, find a lost tooth, hunt for legendary treasure, plus so much more. Every day is filled with jaw-some fun, new friends, family, and original catchy tunes!

Baby Shark’s Big Show fast facts:
Street Date: September 21, 2021
Catalog: 191329202586 (US), 191329203095 (CN)
Running Time: 1 hr 34min
Special Features Running Time: 9 min audio: Dolby Digital English 5.1, English Stereo, Spanish Stereo
US Rating: Not Rated
CN Rating: G
US M.S.R.P.: $10.99
CN M.S.R.P.: $12.99

About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 42ndyear, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).

About Paramount Home Entertainment
Paramount Home Entertainment (PHE) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. PPC is a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ:VIAC; VIACA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands. The PHE division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television Studios, Paramount Players, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles. PHE additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.

 
GIVEAWAY 
 
 
Two winners will each receive  Baby Shark’s Big Show!  (RV $10.99). See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 9.22.21

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize.
 

DISNEY+ RUNS AMOK WITH SECOND ANNUAL HALLOWSTREAM CELEBRATION

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DISNEY+ RUNS AMOK WITH SECOND ANNUAL HALLOWSTREAM CELEBRATION FULL OF TRICKS AND TREATS FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY

New Key Art Available for “Muppets Haunted Mansion” and “Just Beyond” Premiering October 8th and October 13th, Respectively

 

Kick Off the Celebration Early with a Clip from

Marvel Studios’ “What If… Zombies?!” Premiering Today

 

Halloween Collection Features Classic Films “Hocus Pocus,” “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” all of “The Simpsons” Treehouse of Horror Collection, and Beloved Halloween-themed Episodes

 

 

Disney+ is brewing up another year of spooky programming for Hallowstream with exciting new originals and beloved Halloween classics. Beginning September 24, subscribers can enjoy all of their favorite Halloween-themed episodes and films in the new Halloween collection available on the streaming service. Disney+ will also debut three original programs “LEGO® Star Wars Terrifying Tales,” “Muppets Haunted Mansion” and “Just Beyond” as a part of the All Hallow’s Eve celebration. A new promo featuring this year’s haunting Hallowstream content is now available here: https://youtu.be/OZ_O1NDSA4U

 

New Disney+ Originals Premiering This October For Hallowstream

Premiering October 1, “LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales” is a seasonal celebration of the villainous dark side of the Star Wars galaxy— just in time for Halloween. After the events of “The Rise of Skywalker,” Poe and BB-8 must make an emergency landing on the volcanic planet Mustafar where they meet the greedy and conniving Graballa the Hutt who has purchased Darth Vader’s castle and is renovating it into the galaxy’s first all-inclusive Sith-inspired luxury hotel. While waiting for his X-Wing to be repaired, Poe, BB-8, Graballa, and Dean (a plucky and courageous young boy who works as Graballa’s mechanic) venture deep into the mysterious castle with Vader’s loyal servant, Vaneé.  Along the way, Vaneé shares three creepy stories linked to ancient artifacts and iconic villains from across all eras of Star Wars. As Vaneé spins his tales and lures our heroes deeper into the shadowy underbelly of the castle, a sinister plan emerges. With the help of Dean, Poe and BB-8 will have to face their fears, stop an ancient evil from rising, and escape to make it back to their friends. A new image from “LEGO Star Wars Terrifying Tales” is now available. Check out the trailer for the Halloween special here: https://youtu.be/a4Xyiun4LXs

The Muppets’ first-ever Halloween special “Muppets Haunted Mansion” will  premiere on Friday, October 8 on Disney+. The brand-new special will feature a star-studded Muppets cast, celebrity cameos, all-new music and spooky fun for families to enjoy together. “Muppets Haunted Mansion” takes place on Halloween night, when Gonzo is challenged to spend one very daring night in the most grim grinning place on Earth …The Haunted Mansion. Key art for the Muppets special is now available here: https://dmedmedia.disney.com/disney-plus/muppets-haunted-mansion

All eight episodes of the supernatural anthology series “Just Beyond” will premiere on Wednesday, October 13 as a part of the Disney+ Hallowstream celebration. Inspired by the writings of R.L. Stine, the series tells astonishing and thought-provoking stories of a reality just beyond the one we know. Each episode introduces viewers to a new cast of characters who must go on a surprising journey of self-discovery in a supernatural world of witches, aliens, ghosts and parallel universes. Download the new key art for “Just Beyond” here: https://dmedmedia.disney.com/disney-plus/just-beyond

To kick off the celebration early, fans can watch “What If… Zombies?!”—the latest episode in Marvel Studios’ first-ever animated series—premiering today on Disney+. In this eerie episode, The Avengers are infected by a zombie plague, and surviving heroes must search for a cure. Watch a new clip here: https://youtu.be/ZAlRq4gLGhw

2021 Halloween Collection Featuring Fan-Favorite Spooky Content

In addition to the Disney+ original content premiering in October, the Halloween collection will feature a lineup of memorable films and Halloween-themed episodes from fan-favorite series. Subscribers can celebrate the spooky holiday at home with classic films including “Hocus Pocus,” “Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas,” “The Haunted Mansion,” “Halloweentown,” “Twitches” and many more. The haunting new Disney Channel Original Movie “Under Wraps” will also be available Friday, October 8 on Disney+. Below is a full list of content included in this years’ Halloween collection available to all Disney+ subscribers on September 24:

 

Movies and Series

LEGO® Star Wars Terrifying Tales — Premieres Friday, October 1

Muppets Haunted Mansion — Premieres Friday, October 8

Just Beyond — All Episodes Streaming Wednesday, October 13

Bride of Boogedy

Can of Worms

Don’t Look Under the Bed

Edward Scissorhands

Frankenweenie (2012)

Gargoyles

Girl vs. Monster

Gravity Falls

Halloweentown

Halloweentown High

Halloweentown II: Kalabar’s Revenge

Hocus Pocus

Invisible Sister

James and the Giant Peach

Maleficent

Maleficent: Mistress of Evil

Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children

Mom’s Got A Date With A Vampire

Mr. Boogedy

Phantom of the Megaplex

Return to Halloweentown

So Weird

Spooky Buddies

The Adventures of Ichabod and Mr. Toad

The Ghosts of Buxley Hall

The Haunted Mansion

The Scream Team

Tim Burton’s The Nightmare Before Christmas

Twitches

Twitches Too

Vampirina

Wizards of Waverly Place

Wizards of Waverly Place: The Movie

ZOMBIES

ZOMBIES 2

The Simpsons Treehouse of Horror (I – XXX) and The Simpsons Horror Collection

 

Shorts and Specials

Captain Sparky Vs. The Flying Saucers

Frankenweenie (1984)

Lonesome Ghosts

Mater and the Ghostlight

The Legend of Mor’du

Toy Story of Terror!

Trick or Treat

Vampirina Ghoul Girls Rock!

Haunting Episodes

WandaVision – “All-New Halloween Spooktacular!”

What If…? – “What If…Zombies?!”

The Muppet Show – “Vincent Price”

Behind The Attraction – “The Haunted Mansion”

The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse – “Houseghosts”

The Wonderful World of Mickey Mouse – “Once Upon An Apple”

Prop Culture – “The Nightmare Before Christmas”

Earth To Ned – “Night of the Living Ned”

The Incredible Dr. Pol – “Pol-Tergeist”

America’s Funniest Home Videos – “Scared Silly, Trick or Treat, and a Home Wrecking Rodent”

America’s Funniest Home Videos – “Tricks & Treats, Costume Party and Baby Monsters”

America’s Funniest Home Videos – “Halloween Classics, Magic Mishaps, and Spiders”

America’s Funniest Home Videos – “Halloweenies and Creepy Crawlies”

America’s Funniest Home Videos – “Halloween, Instant Karma, and Scared Stupid”

America’s Funniest Home Videos – “Halloweenies 2012 and Second Guy Bites It”

Disney Channel Halloween Episodes

A.N.T Farm – “Mutant Farm”

Big City Greens – “Blood Moon Part 1 / Blood Moon Part 2”

Bunk’d – “Camp Kiki-slasher”

DuckTales (2017) – “Terror of the Terra-firmians!”

Even Stevens – “A Very Scary Story”

Girl Meets World – “Girl Meets World of Terror”

Good Luck Charlie – “Scary Had a Little Lamb”

Goof Troop – “Hallow-Weenies”

Gravity Falls – “Summerween”

Hannah Montana – “Torn Between Two Hannahs”

Jessie – “The Whining”

K.C. Undercover – “All Howls Eve”

Kim Possible – “October 31st”

Lab Rats – “Night of The Living Virus”

Liv and Maddie – “Haunt-A-Rooney”

Lizzie McGuire – “Night of the Day of the Dead”

Mickey Mouse (Shorts) – “Ghoul Friend”

Phil of the Future – “Halloween”

Phineas and Ferb – “Terrifying Tri-State Trilogy of Terror” (Part 1 and 2)

Raven’s Home – “Switch-Or-Treat”

Recess – “Terrifying Tales of Recess”

Shake It Up – “Haunt It Up”

Sonny With A Chance – “A So Random Halloween Special”

Star vs. The Forces of Evil – “Hungry Larry/Spider with a Top Hat”

Rapunzel’s Tangled Adventure – “The Wrath of Ruthless Ruth”

That’s So Raven – “Don’t Have a Cow”

The Proud Family – “A Hero For Halloween”

The Suite Life of Zack & Cody – “Ghost of 613”

The Suite Life On Deck – “Sea Monster Mash”

Wizards of Waverly Place – “Halloween”

 

Disney Junior Halloween Episodes

Doc McStuffins – “Boo-Hoo to You! / It’s Glow Time”

Doc McStuffins – “Hallie Halloween / Don’t Fence Me In”

Doc McStuffins “Mirror, Mirror On My Penguin / Hide and Eek!”

Fancy Nancy – “Nancy’s Costume Clash / Nancy’s Ghostly Halloween”

Goldie & Bear – “Witch Cat is Which? / Trick or Treat Trouble”

Handy Manny – “Halloween / Squeeze’s Magic Show”

Henry Hugglemonster – “Halloween Scramble / Scouts Night Out”

Henry Hugglemonster – “Huggleween Moon”

Imagination Movers – “A Monster Problem”

Imagination Movers – “Haunted Halloween”

Jake and the Never Land Pirates – “Escape from Ghost Island / The Island of Doctor Undergear”

Jake and the Never Land Pirates – “Night of the Golden Pumpkin / Trick or Treasure!”

Jake and the Never Land Pirates – “Phantoms of Never-Nether Land / Magical Mayhem”

Jake and the Never Land Pirates – “Pirate Ghost Story / Queen Izzybella”

Jake and the Never Land Pirates – “Tricks, Treats and Treasure! / Season of the Sea Witch”

Little Einsteins – “A Little Einsteins Halloween”

Mickey and the Roadster Racers – “Goof Mansion / A Doozy Night of Mystery”

Mickey and the Roadster Racers – “The Haunted Hot Rod / Pete’s Ghostly Gala”

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse – “Mickey’s Monster Musical” (Part 1 and 2)

Mickey Mouse Clubhouse – “Mickey’s Treat”

Miles from Tomorrowland – “Ghost Moon / Stormy Night in a Dark Nebula”

Muppet Babies – “Happy Hallowocka!/The Teeth-Chattering Tale of the Haunted Pancakes”

Out of the Box – “Trick or Treat”

Puppy Dog Pals – “Return to the Pumpkin Patch / Haunted Howl-oween”

Sheriff Callie’s Wild West – “The Great Hallow”

Sofia the First – “Cauldronation Day”

Sofia the First – “Ghostly Gala”

Sofia the First – “Princess Butterfly”

The Lion Guard – “Beware the Zimwi”

Vampirina – “Hauntleyween / Frankenflower”

 

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Blues Clues DVD Giveaway

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FOR THE FIRST TIME EVER, ENJOY EPISODES FROM BLUE’S CLUES & YOU! 
AND THE ORIGINAL SERIES TOGETHER IN A 2-DISC SPECIAL EDITION DVD
BLUE’S CLUES & YOU!
STORY TIME WITH BLUE
Available on DVD September 14, 2021

 

LOS ANGELES–AUGUST 9, 2021–Get ready to celebrate 25 years of Blue’s Clues with the special 2-disc DVD release of Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue! Available on September 14, 2021, this DVD is full of fun stories from Blue and her friends as they use their imagination, attend a pajama party, and discover Blue’s favorite part of bedtime. Also featuring a bonus disc with eight episodes from the original series, Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue will capture the hearts of both new and nostalgic fans of all ages!

The Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue 2-disc special edition will be available on DVD from Paramount Home Entertainment and Nickelodeon Home Entertainment on September 14, 2021, for the suggested retail price of $10.99.

 
Disc One – Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue:

  • Episodes:
    • Story Time with Blue
    • Blue’s Big Imagination
    • Pajama Party with Blue
    • Sleepy Singalong with Blue
  • Special Features:
    • Freeze Dance!

 
Disc Two – Blue’s Clues: Blue’s Biggest Stories:

  • Episodes:
    • Blue’s Big Birthday
    • Treasure Hunt
    • Blue’s Pajama Party
    • Magenta Gets Glasses
    • Steve Goes to College
    • Blue Takes You to School
    • The Legend of the Blue Puppy
    • Blue’s Room Snacktime Play Date
  • Special Features:
    • Blue’s Memory Photos
    • Blue’s Room Shorts

 

Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue synopsis:
Are you ready for Story Time with Blue? Play Blue’s Clues to help figure out Blue’s favorite story. Then, imagine along with Josh and Blue, attend Blue’s first pajama party, and help Blue’s friends discover her favorite part of bedtime!

This special 2-DVD set also includes Blue’s Biggest Stories in celebration of the 25th anniversary of Blue’s Clues! Steve and Joe join Blue and all of her friends for more stories!

 
Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue fast facts:
Street Date: September 14, 2021
Catalog: 191329200780 (US), 191329200797 (CN)
Disc One Running Time: 1 hr 30 min
Disc Two Running Time: 4 hr 46 min
Disc One Audio: Dolby Digital English 5.1, French Stereo, Spanish Stereo
Disc Two Audio: English Stereo, French Stereo
US Rating: Not Rated
CN Rating: G
US M.S.R.P.: $10.99
CN M.S.R.P: $12.99
 

About Nickelodeon
Nickelodeon, now in its 42nd year, is the number-one entertainment brand for kids. It has built a diverse, global business by putting kids first in everything it does. The brand includes television programming and production in the United States and around the world, plus consumer products, digital, location based experiences, publishing and feature films. For more information or artwork, visit http://www.nickpress.com. Nickelodeon and all related titles, characters and logos are trademarks of ViacomCBS Inc. (Nasdaq: VIACA, VIAC).

About Paramount Home Entertainment
Paramount Home Entertainment (PHE) is part of Paramount Pictures Corporation (PPC), a global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment.  PPC is a unit of ViacomCBS (NASDAQ: VIAC; VIACA), a leading content company with prominent and respected film, television and digital entertainment brands.  The PHE division oversees PPC’s home entertainment and transactional digital distribution activities worldwide. The division is responsible for the sales, marketing and distribution of home entertainment content on behalf of Paramount Pictures, Paramount Animation, Paramount Television Studios, Paramount Players, MTV, Nickelodeon, Comedy Central and CBS and applicable licensing and servicing of certain DreamWorks Animation titles.  PHE additionally manages global licensing of studio content and transactional distribution across worldwide digital distribution platforms including online, mobile and portable devices and emerging technologies.

Celebrate 25 years of Blue’s Clues with this legen-dairy milkshake recipe! BLUE’S CLUES & YOU! STORY TIME WITH BLUE will be available on DVD Sept. 14th! https://bit.ly/BCY25Shake

 

 

GIVEAWAY 
 
 
Two winners will each receive  Blue’s Clues & You! Story Time with Blue (RV $10.99). See below for terms and conditions. Open to U.S. residents of the 48 contiguous United States. You must be 18 years old to enter to win. This giveaway ends at 11:59 PM EST on 9/21/21

All entries will be verified—only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Any person who has won an award (or whose household has won a prize) in any promotion sponsored by the Sponsor in the thirty (30) days before this contest start date is not eligible to win a prize in this contest. Entrants who have created social accounts purely to enter Competitions or Sweepstakes will not be eligible to win. All social accounts used must be public. The winner will be chosen randomly through Rafflecopter and contacted via email. A reply to the winning email is required within 48 hours before a new winner is chosen. Void where prohibited by law. One person entering per household, please. Chatty Patty’s Place and Tabbys Pantry are not responsible for the shipment of the prize.

F9 Digital Code Giveaway

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THE NEVER-BEFORE-SEEN EXTENDED DIRECTOR’S CUT COMES HOME

F9

The Fast Saga

 

 


OWN F9 —AVAILABLE WITH TWO VERSIONS OF THE MOVIE:  THE THEATRICAL CUT, THE EXTENDED DIRECTOR’S CUT

AND ALL-NEW BONUS CONTENT

 

OWN IT ON DIGITAL SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

4K UHD, BLU-RAYTM AND DVD SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

FROM UNIVERSAL PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT

 

The Fast family returns in the latest adrenaline-charged installment with a never-before-seen Director’s Cut of F9.  The blockbuster film has generated more than $600 million worldwide and now fans can own the global box-office phenomenon that features “unbelievable, jaw-dropping action” (io9) on Digital September 7, 2021 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray™ and DVD on September 21, 2021 from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment. Featuring the original theatrical release, the Director’s Cut and more than an hour of exclusive bonus content – including a behind-the-scenes look at the gravity-defying stunts and nitro-charged cars, a gag reel and even more justice for Han – fans can now add F9 to their collection to watch again and again!

 

Dom Toretto (Vin Diesel) thought he’d left his outlaw life in the rear-view mirror, but not even he can outrun the past. When his forsaken brother Jakob (John Cena, Bumblebee) unexpectedly resurfaces as an elite assassin, the crew comes back together to help Dom confront the sins of his own past and stop a world-shattering plot. Franchise veteran Justin Lin returns to the director’s seat for F9 and delivers this supercharged version of the hit film. From extended action to spectacular scenes that weren’t shown in theaters, F9: The Director’s Cut explodes with additional content that can only be experienced on home entertainment!

 

F9 also stars returning franchise cast members Michelle Rodriguez, Tyrese Gibson, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, Nathalie Emmanuel, Jordana Brewster and Sung Kang, with Helen Mirren and Charlize Theron. The film is directed by Justin Lin, who helmed the third, fourth, fifth and sixth installments of the series.  Based on characters created by Gary Scott Thompson, the story is by Justin Lin & Alfredo Botello (consultant, Star Trek Beyond) and Daniel Casey (Kin). The screenplay is by Daniel Casey & Justin Lin. The film is produced by Neal H. Moritz, Vin Diesel, Justin Lin, Jeffrey Kirschenbaum (xXx: Return of Xander Cage), Joe Roth (Maleficentfranchise), Clayton Townsend (Bridesmaids) and Samantha Vincent (xXx:Return of Xander Cage).

 

BONUS FEATURES ON 4K UHD, BLU-RAYTM, DVD AND DIGITAL:

  • GAG REEL
  • F9: ALL IN: The Fast family invites you to be part of the crew as they give you an intimate look at how F9 propels this epic franchise to even greater heights. This bonus feature, with more than 46 minutes of content, includes returning characters, new cast members, huge stunts, big surprises, and so much more.
  • PRACTICALLY FAST: When it comes to stunts, it seems each film in The Fast Saga outdoes the last. In this piece, we examine how Justin Lin and his team go to great lengths to shoot as many stunts as they can in-camera and practically, giving the film an authenticity that cannot be achieved solely through visual effects or CGI.
  • SHIFTING PRIORITIES: We first met many of these characters when The Fast and the Furious was released in 2001. In the 20+ years since, not only have the characters themselves grown and evolved, but so have the actors that portray them. Art often imitates life, and we look at how that’s particularly true in F9.
  • JUSTICE FOR HAN: Han is back! Sung Kang and Justin Lin discuss the genesis for the return of this beloved character, while the cast reveals how much it means to them to have Kang back along for the ride.
  • A DAY ON SET WITH JUSTIN LIN: The job of a director on any movie production is huge. The job of a director on a production the scale of F9 is immeasurable. Spend a day with Justin Lin and see just how demanding it is to navigate a production day when you’re the one with all the answers.
  • JOHN CENA: SUPERCAR SUPERFAN: John Cena is a real-life car expert, and no franchise does cars like Fast. Watch John jump from exotic car to exotic car like a kid in a candy store, giving you a true fan’s look at some of the rarest and most expensive automobiles in the world.
  • FEATURE COMMENTARY (THEATRICAL AND DIRECTOR’S CUT) WITH PRODUCER/CO-WRITER/DIRECTOR JUSTIN LIN

 

F9 will be available on 4K UHD, Blu-ray™, DVD and Digital.

  • 4K Ultra HD delivers the ultimate movie watching experience. Featuring the combination of 4K resolution, the color brilliance of High Dynamic Range (HDR) and HDR10+, which delivers incredible brightness and contrast for each scene and immersive audio for a multidimensional sound experience.  
  • Blu-ray™ unleashes the power of your HDTV and is the best way to watch movies at home, featuring 6X the picture resolution of DVD, exclusive extras and theater-quality surround sound.
  • Digital lets fans watch movies anywhere on their favorite devices. Users can instantly buy or rent.
  • The Movies Anywhere Digital App simplifies and enhances the digital movie collection and viewing experience by allowing consumers to access their favorite digital movies in one place when purchased or redeemed through participating digital retailers. Consumers can also redeem digital copy codes found in eligible Blu-rayTM and DVD disc packages from participating studios and stream or download them through Movies Anywhere.  Movies Anywhere is available only in the United States.
 
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Trailer 2 for THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2 – In Theaters and On Demand October 1st

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Join The Addams Family as they embark on one twisted road trip in the new trailer for THE ADDAMS FAMILY 2

See it in theaters or on demand on October 1

 
In Theaters and On Demand October 1st

Everyone’s favorite spooky family is back in the animated comedy sequel, The Addams Family 2. In this all new movie we find Morticia and Gomez distraught that their children are growing up, skipping family dinners, and totally consumed with “scream time.” To reclaim their bond they decide to cram Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester and the crew into their haunted camper and hit the road for one last miserable family vacation. Their adventure across America takes them out of their element and into hilarious run-ins with their iconic cousin, IT, as well as many new kooky characters. What could possibly go wrong?
DIRECTED BY: Greg Tiernan

DIRECTED BY: Conrad Vernon

STORY BY: Dan Hernandez & Benji Samit

SCREENPLAY BY: Dan Hernandez & Benji Samit and Ben Queen and Susanna Fogel

PRODUCERS: Gail Berman, p.g.a., Conrad Vernon, p.g.a., Danielle Sterling, p.g.a., Alison O’Brien, p.g.a.

EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS: Kevin Miserocchi, Jonathan Glickman, Cassidy Lange, Andrew Mittman, Aaron L. Gilbert, Jason Cloth

BASED ON CHARACTERS BY: Charles Addams

CAST: Oscar Isaac, Charlize Theron, Chloë Grace Moretz, Nick Kroll, Javon ‘Wanna’ Walton, Wallace Shawn, with Snoop Dogg as ‘IT’, with Bette Midler and Bill Hader

GENRE: Animation

 

RATING: PG for macabre and rude humor, violence and language

 

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New Animated Pokémon Movie to Premiere on Netflix: Trailer Released, In-Game Activations Planned

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The Pokémon Company International and Netflix announced today that the next animated Pokémon movie, “Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle,” will premiere on Netflix around the world on October 8, 2021. The first official international trailer for the movie was released today including new music from Cyn. Special in-game activations including Dada Zarude and Shiny Celebi distributions – both as featured in the movie— for Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield video games and more activations were also announced.


“Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle” synopsis: 
Deep within the Forest of Okoya, the Mythical Pokémon Zarude live in a troop and maintain a strict rule that forbids outsiders from entering their territory. Elsewhere in the jungle lives Koko, a human boy raised by a lone Zarude who left the troop. Koko has grown up never doubting that he is a Zarude. But one day, a chance meeting with Ash and Pikachu leaves Koko with his first human friend. Is he truly a Pokémon? Or is he, in fact, a human? When danger threatens the jungle, the bonds between Pokémon and human—and the love between parent and child—will be put to the test.

To further celebrate the announcement, beginning today, Trainers will be able to receive Dada Zarude and Shiny Celebi—both as featured in the movie—in their Pokémon Sword or Pokémon Shield games by signing up for Pokémon Trainer Club email notifications. Trainers who register in this way by September 25, 2021, will receive a Pokémon Trainer Club email containing a distribution code for both Pokémon on October 7, 2021.

Fans can also look forward to a crossover with Pokémon GO celebrating the global launch of “Pokémon the Movie: Secrets of the Jungle” on Netflix. More details will be announced soon. In the meantime, fans can visit the official movie website at www.zarude.pokemon.com and join the conversation online with #Pokemon25.

Introducing Healthy Eating to Our Children: Obvious and Sneaky Ways

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We all want our children to be healthy, and there comes a time when we inevitably start to peddle the same phrases that our parents did when it comes to eating our greens: “eat up, it’s good for you,” it will make you big and strong,” and so on. But the reality is that children don’t listen to these things because they don’t feel they need to be stronger because they are in the prime of their lives! 

 

It’s so hard to give them that foundation of being healthy so they will be stronger and healthier later in life. This means that we’ve got to incorporate subtle strategies and slowly introduce the concept of healthy eating to our children. So, what can we do to help them in the long run? 

 

Start Small

Of course, the biggest problem many of us have is thinking that we want our children to be healthy so, one day, we pile a whole plate of greens in front of them, but this is going to be a shock to the system, and they will probably turn their nose up at it. Instead, you have to start small. 

 

It’s vital to remember that any little thing you put into their food or in front of them is going to benefit. We don’t have to start large, in fact, we can start smaller than just putting greens on the side. Some of the best herbs for good health can easily be put into a meal like spaghetti bolognese or curry. 

 

When we start small, this is going to help them get used to the idea of eating healthier, but it also doesn’t pile the pressure upon us. We can think that it’s better to completely overhaul their dinner plates one day, but this makes the problem even bigger. 

 

The “Combination Method”

Children are suspicious of new things, and this understandably includes healthy foods. One of the best things you can do is to introduce a combination of new foods with options your child already likes. 

 

When they are forming their preferred tastes, you can introduce them to a variety of foods, which can reduce the likelihood of them being picky eaters, but what if you start to put something new on their plates, which makes approximately 15% of their meal, while the rest is stuffy already know, it’s not going to be a shock to the system. 

 

But you also have to think that the new item may need to work in combination with the food they already like. For example, something like broccoli can easily be stirred into mac and cheese, and they will not notice the taste because the cheese is so strong. 

 

The Sneaky Method

The battle of getting your children to eat healthier is as much a psychological one as it is a health-oriented one. Sometimes, we’ve got to find ways to sneak healthy things into their diet. A very good example is to make sauces that are full of vegetables. 

 

While blitzing up fruit can release a lot more sugars, this is not the same when it comes to blending vegetables. So you can make them into a thin sauce that you can flavor up with herbs and spices, and it can be something that they have as a pasta sauce, or as something they use as a dipping sauce. 

 

If they are big fans of ketchup, you can make your own natural ketchup, and put as many vegetables in it as possible without compromising the taste. This is very much trial and error, but if you can create a sauce that has lots of vegetables, you can rest easy knowing that this is at least one good thing they are having in their diet. 

 

Offering Choices and Independence

Nobody likes to be forced to do something, and at the kitchen table, if you are offering the choice between celery or apples with peanut butter, it may not seem like much of a difference, but you are giving them the autonomy they need, while you are still able to remain in control of their nutrition. 

 

If you can make it their idea to try something new, they’re more likely to give it a go. And if they try to outsmart you, this is where you have to incorporate guidelines. For example, every meal will have to include one serving of carbohydrates, one serving of protein, and three servings of vegetables. 

 

You can then go one step further and let them make their own plates. When you start to give your child more autonomy and help them come up with ideas for foods, they are more likely to give it a go. 

 

To go one step further, if they are old enough, you can get them involved in cooking it. Because if they work hard on something, they are more likely to give it a go. Because if you do everything for them it’s far easier for them to turn their nose up at it. 

 

Do Not Force It

We don’t want them to feel stressed every time they are eating. Having choices are so important to encourage a healthy way of life. We have to remember that, even though we are trying to get them to eat healthier, we can’t expect them to like everything we put on their plates. You have to remember that their taste buds change over time. And we have to keep trying. 

 

When you offer foods in different varieties, with different seasonings, different sauces, you have to figure out the best way to encourage your child. And also, you have to remember that you should lead by example. 

 

If you are trying to take control of your health you’ve got to remember the impact you have on your child’s mindset and attitudes towards food. This means you all have to eat the same thing at the dinner table, and remember that it’s about being healthy yourself. Because if you tell children that they need to eat healthily but you are not, it’s not going to be a surprise when they battle you at the dinner table.

 

A Quick Guide To Golf for Beginners

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Golf isn’t a sport that is instantly recognizable as being female orientated. Surveys suggest that only 24% of golfers who play on a course are women. This rises to 41% when you play off a course which is slightly more encouraging. However, golf is still a predominantly male-orientated sport.

 

There is no denying that being a novice in golf, especially as a woman, can be challenging. There are various reasons for this, but the most common is because it might appear to be quite overpowering and daunting.

Even though the environment is changing, many women did not grow up playing golf and hence did not have any early exposure to the sport of golf. But if your curiosity has been piqued and you want to see what all the fuss is about, after all, golf is the main pastime of many presidents throughout history, and if it is good enough for a president then is good enough for everyone, this post looks at some tips for women looking to get into golfing as well as start advice.

Borrow or Buy Golf Clubs

If you are a beginner golfer, you can borrow clubs or purchase a golf club set. Many golf sets are reasonably priced and include all of the fundamental equipment you will want. For the time being, all you’ll need is a driver, wood or hybrid, a couple of irons, a wedge, and a putter. Check out this buyers guide for women’s golf clubs.

If you know someone who has clubs, it is acceptable to borrow them in the beginning. An extra set of clubs may be available for use by a teaching instructor or at a clinic where you are participating. As your skills develop and you begin to play more frequently, you can invest in a set of your own. Every year, manufacturers introduce the latest technology and equipment, providing consumers with a plethora of options.

Master The Swing

Although learning the golf swing principles and how to hit the ball is difficult, it can also be a lot of fun if you get your swing down. After all, what is golf if you don’t get to swing the club at all? It is also necessary to provide a solid foundation.

The ideal thing, according to them, is to enroll in golf lessons with a golf professional who specializes in teaching the mechanics of the appropriate golf swing to beginners.

Many golfers swear by a teaching golf professional who can instruct and provide a solid foundation of abilities and strategies to build on as you progress through your game. 

Another excellent method of learning is to enroll in a group class or clinic. It is possible to locate such opportunities at your local golf courses or practice facilities, as well as with women’s golf groups that have local chapters in your area (or even in your city).

These are a lot of fun because they are informal and low-key, and you can learn from people who are also just getting started in their careers. The best part is that it is social!

Practise, A Lot

Learning the golf swing is not the most natural movement, and it isn’t easy to learn in a single 30-minute or hour-long session. Aside from that, different swings are available for different clubs! Instead of taking one class or attending one clinic and then moving on, take several lessons or attend several clinics.

Consistency is important for beginning golfers.

It is recommended that you participate for at least a six-week period, to begin with. After each lesson, make sure to put into practice what you’ve learned so that you can improve your muscle memory. This will ensure that you progress over time and get the most out of your classes.

Learn The Basics of How to Play The Game

When you are first learning how to hit a golf ball, you don’t need to know much about the game. It is doubtful that you will be heading out onto the golf course for the very first time without having ever touched a club. After taking some lessons and practicing on the driving range, you may be able to go out and play a little golf on a real golf course.

If you do, you will need to be familiar with some of the terminology and etiquette associated with golf. 

Some handy words to know include;

Areas you will find on a golf course.

  • Tee Box – where you tee up the ball at the start of each hole.  
  • Fairway – the manicured grass between the tee box and the green.
  • Rough – the area off the fairways and greens in longer grass.
  • Bunker or Sand Trap – sand-filled areas.
  • Green – where the cup or hole is located.  Putting takes place here.
  • Fringe – the fringe surrounds the green and is just a bit longer than the green and shorter than the rough.
  • Flagstick or Pin – each hole has an actual target or flagstick
  • Hazard or Penalty Area –  these include ponds, streams, fescue, natural vegetation where a golfer may find trouble.
  • Out of Bounds – areas that are marked that can not be played out of.
  • Divots – marks, indents, or tufts of earth that have been pulled up due to a golf club or a ball that lands and marks the green.

Each hole on a golf course is designated either a Par 3, 4, or 5. The number relates to the number of shots to hole out 3 is the shortest and 5 is the longest.

The Scores are as follows;

  • Par –  This is given to the expected number of strokes to shoot for professionals
  • Birdie – 1 under par
  • Eagle – 2 under par
  • Albatross – 3 under par
  • Bogey – 1 over par
  • Double Bogey – 2 over par
  • Triple Bogey – 3 over par
  • Ace or Hole in One takes 1 shot on the drive to put the ball in the hole.

The skills can also be learned while playing with your partner if they have more expertise and are ready to teach you how to do so. This is how the vast majority of people learned to play golf. 

Find Someone to Play With

This is, without a doubt, the most crucial element, and it can be not easy at times. It would help if you made an effort to find a partner to play with. In most cases, when asked if they want to play, golfers are eager to oblige.

Golf is the type of sport and activity that everyone may participate in with anyone else, regardless of their level of competence.

In essence, you are competing against the golf course, and your primary goal at the outset is to become familiar with the game and learn how to strike the golf ball. In addition, as you get more experience, there are numerous methods to make golf enjoyable or competitive, and you can compete against other people while playing.

Check with your local golf courses, practice facilities, and women’s groups for possible partners who don’t have anyone to play with. They may be members of social groups that meet regularly to socialize. If you attended a clinic, check with the other participants to see if they’d be interested in playing because you’ll be on the same level as they are.

Play On A Golf Course

Now that you have committed to studying golf and have gained some confidence in your ability to strike the golf ball, it is time to take your skills to the next level and play on an actual golf course.

An excellent approach is to brush up on some of the most important etiquette rules before getting on the course. If you can choose the sort of golf course, there are numerous options to consider.

The prospect of playing 18 holes as a novice can be incredibly intimidating at first. Try your hand at a 9-hole course or even a Par 3-hole course as they would probably be far more fun alternatives. A driving range is a completely different experience from playing a golf course, and you will discover this for yourself.

Start from the tees as far forward as possible, or even the family tees if they are available. They are closer to the hole, which means you will have a better time during the round. The goal of playing golf is to have a good time, not to worry about your score or the number of times you hit the golf ball.

Lastly, Enjoy It!

Golf should be fun, and if you are putting too much pressure on yourself, then chances are you won’t be having much fun. Take your time and get to grips with the game at your own pace and in an environment that supports your developing skills.

Don’t be intimidated to be a woman on a golf course, any golf clubs have a good proportion of female players who can help you to get the most from your game and settle in if required.