Hi Neighbors!
Anyone ever received speeding tickets California style? OK, in all our travels we have only been to California once and never received a speeding ticket. Now, I will tell you right up front, I do not drive. I had my learners permit, but never went on to get a license. I didn't want one. I HATE driving.
My husband has done all the driving over the years and in all that time (30 years) he has never had a speeding ticket. Realize he we have been on the road full time for over 10 years. He was pulled over once for going the speed limit in the fast lane. Personally I never understood that one!
The only other time he came close was when a speed limit sign was blocked from sight. He was pulled over and when the officer still ticketed him, he decided to contest it in court. He took pictures and went in prepared to argue his case. He never had to though because the officer never showed up, so the judge dismissed the ticket.
We now have six drivers in the family. Both my older daughters drive, along with my oldest son. Then my younger son and fifteen year old daughter each have their permits. So far no tickets at all. I would love for it to stay that way.
We do know several people who have had speeding tickets. As a matter of fact some friends of ours have three sons who each received a ticket within three to four months of getting their license. I was totally amazed that they took it so lightly. It was almost like a badge to them. And of course they have had others since then.
How about my neighbors? Have you ever received a speeding ticket? Did you deserve it? Have any of you ever fought the ticket and won? I personally don't like to ride with someone who goes over the speed limit regularly. Yes, I am aware that you can be driving along with traffic and not realize that you are speeding, but I am talking about those who take it lightly and find pleasure in speeding.
Disclosure:This is a sponsored post, however all thoughts and opinions are mine.
Items of Interest At the Fence
Thursday, February 28, 2013
Jeepers Peepers and Dice Dude from Super Duper
Hey Neighbors!
Check this one out! We finally made it home! I am so exhausted. On top of everything I have several sick family members, including myself. Anyway I just have to tell you my daughter has been sick in bed all day, so we pulled out Jeepers Peepers ($29.95) for her to play with her sister. They sat in bed to play. You should have heard the laughter going on.
Jeepers Peepers is from Super Duper. It is recommended for ages 5 and up, but I am telling you my 12 year old enjoyed it! When it came time to eat dinner, she kept saying, just one more round!
The game includes:
6-Jeepers Peepers Glasses
6-My Cue Cards
101-Photo Cards (covering five categories- Animals, Food, Transportation, People, Things)
Bingo Chips and Spinner
Instruction Booklet
This is designed for classroom use, but can easily be used by a family. One person chooses a pair of glasses. Someone else picks a picture card and places it facing out in the top of the glasses, without showing it to the person wearing the glasses. This person must then ask yes or no questions to find out what they are. (The picture) You can add some fun by allowing the person to spin the spinner every time they guess correctly to win tokens. The one with the most tokens at the end of the game wins.
Another way to play would be for more than one person to wear the glasses at a time. You shuffle the cards and place five or six in front of each player face down. They choose one without looking at the picture and place it in their glasses. Then they each take turns asking each other yes or no questions and see who can figure out first what they are.
There are a few other variations on the game in the instruction booklet. I am not going to share all of them here.
My husband placed a pair of the glasses on and wandered the home just to make everyone laugh!
This game encourages children to ask questions, put together what they learn and come up with an answer.
The other item we received was the Dice Dude Combo ($24.95). Now, I am going to mention something here that really frustrates me. I HATE when we open a game to play and the dice are missing. You know, because someone didn't put them all away, or they were horsing around and lost one.
Dice Dude solves that problem. The die stay in his little plastic dome. I LOVE it! There are two different Dice Dudes available. One you just shake him and the other you push down on the top of the dome and the die pop around.
Now I like them both, but with the one that you shake you can remove the dome and change the dice. He comes with 4 dice total. The popping Dice Dude has two dice inside, but these are not removable. My daughter likes the one that pops best. I think she just likes popping him. I recommend this to all my neighbors who have games with dice. So much easier! And they even sell a set of blank dice that you can write on and create your own!
Now I would like my neighbors to take a moment and visit the Super Duper website and look around. One neighbor will receive a $50 Gift Certificate to Super Duper Inc. Isn't that GREAT!
About Super Duper:
Sharon and Thomas Webber founded Super Duper® Publications in 1986 with two products and two types of stickers.
Sharon started creating easy-to-use therapy materials while working as a Speech-Language Pathologist in the public schools. Thomas was a practicing attorney before focusing his talents on developing therapy materials also.
Fast forward 27 years - today, we're making hundreds of creative, colorful educational and therapy materials that you and your children will love. (Believe it or not, we have as much fun making them as your kids will have learning with them!) Click hereto read more about Sharon, Thomas, and the editors. Click here to Tour the Castle
Our Super Duper® staff members do their best every day to give you great customer help, speedy and careful delivery of your orders, and friendly help with any of your questions.
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Disclosure:I received no monetary compensation for this post. I did receive product for
review purposes. All quotes in red are taken from the sponsor's website or email. All
thoughts and opinions are mine.
Does a Tempurpedic Mattress Help?
Hey neighbors!
Do any of you have a Tempurpedic mattress? Does it seem to help your back? We have one where you can adjust the softness or firmness on each side individually. My husband loves his super firm. I prefer a medium firmness. If the mattress is to soft, I wake up with a sore back. I mean really sore.
I also have a special pillow I take with me everywhere we go. If not I have a headache. I have found if I use this one pillow I can generally sleep headache free. I really think this all goes back to the disc problem I had a couple of years ago. I now sleep with a pillow between my knees like I did during pregnancy. As a matter of fact on our most recent trip I forgot a leg pillow and my husband had to run out and buy me one. Sleep sweet sleep!
Another thing that helps my back is having a small footstool under my feet when sitting in a chair for long periods of time. Yes, I have short legs! My children all find this very funny! If I don't have a footstool I will grab whatever is available and place it under my feet. I have a small pillow to place behind my lower back when sitting too long and of course when taking long trips.
I have started exercising regularly and I have found that this helps. I use a treadmill and walk anywhere from one to three miles. It all depends on how my back feels. I am also starting some stretching exercises and some light weights. My husband helps to encourage me in this area.
I have also changed my diet, as I know losing weight will help to take pressure off my back. I can already feel a difference.
So, do any of my neighbors own a Tempurpedic mattress? Do you find it helps your back and helps you to sleep better? I am interested in hearing what you have to say about this. Although I am doing what I can to improve my back condition, I am afraid it will always be subject re-injury. I believe a good mattress will assist in helping my back.
Disclosure:This is a sponsored post, however all thoughts and opinions are mine.
Do any of you have a Tempurpedic mattress? Does it seem to help your back? We have one where you can adjust the softness or firmness on each side individually. My husband loves his super firm. I prefer a medium firmness. If the mattress is to soft, I wake up with a sore back. I mean really sore.
I also have a special pillow I take with me everywhere we go. If not I have a headache. I have found if I use this one pillow I can generally sleep headache free. I really think this all goes back to the disc problem I had a couple of years ago. I now sleep with a pillow between my knees like I did during pregnancy. As a matter of fact on our most recent trip I forgot a leg pillow and my husband had to run out and buy me one. Sleep sweet sleep!
Another thing that helps my back is having a small footstool under my feet when sitting in a chair for long periods of time. Yes, I have short legs! My children all find this very funny! If I don't have a footstool I will grab whatever is available and place it under my feet. I have a small pillow to place behind my lower back when sitting too long and of course when taking long trips.
I have started exercising regularly and I have found that this helps. I use a treadmill and walk anywhere from one to three miles. It all depends on how my back feels. I am also starting some stretching exercises and some light weights. My husband helps to encourage me in this area.
I have also changed my diet, as I know losing weight will help to take pressure off my back. I can already feel a difference.
So, do any of my neighbors own a Tempurpedic mattress? Do you find it helps your back and helps you to sleep better? I am interested in hearing what you have to say about this. Although I am doing what I can to improve my back condition, I am afraid it will always be subject re-injury. I believe a good mattress will assist in helping my back.
Disclosure:This is a sponsored post, however all thoughts and opinions are mine.
Wednesday, February 27, 2013
Could Roto-Rooter Fix This Leak?
Good Day Neighbors!
How many of you want to hear more from Roto-Rooter? Well, they weren't the heroes of this story, but I just had to share this story with you! This is the biggest leak I ever saw! This was a few years ago when we stayed at a resort campground. We were there for a couple of months because of my husbands job, and we actually got to know several of the employees. I liked it because they had security and the children were safe playing there.
Anyway, one morning the children had gone out to play with some friends. I went out to check on them, when to our surprise a huge piece of asphalt flew up into the air. Water started gushing twenty to thirty feet straight up. Apparently one of the huge pipes under the pavement had weakened and due to water pressure blew a two foot piece of pavement up. It flew up and then shattered when it hit the ground. Fortunately no one was near the leak when it occurred. We lost all water to the showers until they were able to get the pipe repaired.
The children thought it was fun to play in the run off from the leak. That is where most of them spent the day. I don't think this was a job for Roto-Rooter. I believe it actually happened on a weekend, so we had to wait for them to call maintenance in to stop the flow of water. It took about two to three hours before they showed up. And then it took even longer to get the water back on. They had to send in the big equipment to dig up the street and replace the pipe.
The children still remember this event to this day! They thought it was great! I am just thankful that no one was near the leak when it occurred. If someone had been nearby they could have been seriously injured.
What is the largest leak you have ever experienced? Was it one of your own pipes or just a leak you witnessed?
Disclosure:This is a sponsored post, however all thoughts and opinions are my own.
Tuesday, February 26, 2013
Baby First TV 'I Can Sign" First Words
Hey Neighbors!
Here is a really neat gift idea for someone with a young child. Here we have I Can Sign (First Words) from Baby First TV. Now, I am just going to share right here that we have friends who have taught two of their children to sign at a very young age. And it works! Their children could sign before they could talk.
The Dvd will teach your child many useful words that will be used in day to day life. Words like: eat, water, milk, cookie, ear, feet hands, kiss, sleep, book, mother, father, and many other words. Each word is taught in a short video clip where they will see pictures of the word/item and people signing. There is also a little character at the bottom corner of the video signing along. The Dvd can be done on English or Spanish. Also included on the Dvd are printable coloring pages that you can print off by inserting the Dvd into your computer. Inside the cover of the Dvd case is a little booklet that covers some of the words you and your child will be learning.
This is one of the pages in the booklet. |
This is the main menu. |
Having seen a set of parents who taught their children sign language early, I really believe this program I Can Sign will work. Not only will it open up some communication, but your child will be learning and growing from this experience.
See the little character in the corner signing cookie. |
She is signing cookie. |
Baby First is the nations only 24/7 channel dedicated to babies and their parents. The programming is specifically geared for infants and toddlers. There is an amazing variety of information and activities available on their site. Be sure to visit and look around!
Now, several of my children have learned basic signs, and most of them can do the alphabet. We also learned signs like; yes, no bathroom, drink, water, etc. so we could speak to each other if necessary during church or any other time they needed to be silent. It was wonderful. Instead of having to pass it down the row that someone needed the restroom, they could just sign to me and I could answer yes or no.
One neighbor will receive a their own Baby First TV "I Can Sign" (First Words) DVD.
Disclosure:I received no monetary compensation for this review. I did receive product for review purposes. All quotes in red are taken from the sponsor's email or website. All thoughts and opinions are mine.
A+ TutorSoft, Inc
Hey Neighbors!
Here is a really good math program. It is A+ TutorSoft Inc. I received the A+ Interactive Math, 4th Grade Math CD. Some of the other Crew Members received the online course and of course many different grade levels were covered, so be sure to click at the link at the bottom of this review for more opinions.
I mainly used this for my daughter as a refresher type course. I have to share with you though that right after loading this program on my new (purchased in November) computer, my husband spilt a whole glass of soda on my laptop keyboard. I had a warranty on it, but it had to be sent in for repairs and it is just now ready for pickup. Good thing we have more than one laptop in the family. I quickly loaded it on another laptop and away we went. This is perfect, because we have been able to skip around to different areas where she needs some improvement.
The CD Program is available in a standard version, or a premium version. The standard version is $99.99 per grade level. If you wish to purchase the premium edition it is $124.99 and includes extra features.
From the sponsor's website:
Product Description Standard Edition
This is a Standard Edition of Interactive MATH Software CD. The Standard Edition CD includes:
1) Multimedia lessons (highly animated lessons that combine all three learning modalities - Audio, Visuals and Text-based instructions)
2) Interactive Q&A which identifies gaps and reinforces learning with step-by-step problem solving instructions using Audio, Visuals and text-based instructions.
3) Printable worksheets.
4) Worksheets Solution Guide - A Parent's Manual (with step-by-step problem solving instructions to each worksheet problem).
5)Printable Exams.
6) Exams Solution Guide - A Parent's Manual (with step-by-step problem solving instructions to each exam problem).
7) Curriculum Book (Full year curriculum book in digital format on the CD).
8) Lesson Plan and,
9) Reference sheets.
1) Multimedia lessons (highly animated lessons that combine all three learning modalities - Audio, Visuals and Text-based instructions)
2) Interactive Q&A which identifies gaps and reinforces learning with step-by-step problem solving instructions using Audio, Visuals and text-based instructions.
3) Printable worksheets.
4) Worksheets Solution Guide - A Parent's Manual (with step-by-step problem solving instructions to each worksheet problem).
5)Printable Exams.
6) Exams Solution Guide - A Parent's Manual (with step-by-step problem solving instructions to each exam problem).
7) Curriculum Book (Full year curriculum book in digital format on the CD).
8) Lesson Plan and,
9) Reference sheets.
Product Description Premium Edition
This is a Premium Edition of Interactive MATH Software CD. In addition to all the great contents and features of the Standard Edition, the Premium Editionincludes the following valuable and time savings features.
1) Progress Tracking and Reporting for up to 5 Children with easy to read progress report. Easily maintain records of all completed assignments for each student in one secure place.
2) Parental Controls - Allows parents to hide/unhide the "answer keys" and solution guides from a student
3) Weekly Certificate of Accomplishment - The system tracks all assignments completed by students once parents have entered their assignments scores and generates a "Weekly Progress Report" in a very child-friendly format for student's review. This provides encouragement to your students as they see their weekly accomplishments in a very well formatted "certificate-like" format.
1) Progress Tracking and Reporting for up to 5 Children with easy to read progress report. Easily maintain records of all completed assignments for each student in one secure place.
2) Parental Controls - Allows parents to hide/unhide the "answer keys" and solution guides from a student
3) Weekly Certificate of Accomplishment - The system tracks all assignments completed by students once parents have entered their assignments scores and generates a "Weekly Progress Report" in a very child-friendly format for student's review. This provides encouragement to your students as they see their weekly accomplishments in a very well formatted "certificate-like" format.
I used the above information from the website as I did not want to miss any important details. I really like that we have been able to hit some areas where she needs improvement. I have also had a couple of my older children work some of the lessons.
One great benefit is the ability to print off extra worksheets after the lesson is completed. This way if your child needs a little more practice it is available. And I personally like that you can print off the exams. All of my children prefer working out the exams in front of them.
I personally did not use the lesson plan as I was mainly using the program as a refresher. but it is there to guide you through. You as the parent do not have to be a math expert as all the answers are available for you.
The curriculum is great because it includes a visual workbook for students who learn better reading through the instructions and problems themselves, but they also have the Multimedia Lessons which show you and talk you through each lesson. My daughter prefers the Multimedia!
I also feel that for the price the CD software courses are well worth the investment as you own them and keep going back anytime it is needed, not to mention if you have several children they can all eventually use it.
A+ TutorSoft, Inc. is offering a SUPER discount for neighbors here At the Fence and for others. See the coupon below.
So if you are interested in this program be sure to take advantage of this great offer.
Also be sure to click on the link below to see what other Crew Members have to say!
Disclaimer: I received a free copy of this product through the Schoolhouse Review Crew in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. All opinions I have expressed are my own or those of my family. I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC Regulations.
Revamp Your Garden and Enjoy a Beautiful Retreat This Spring
Do you currently have a
beautiful garden that you love to care for? Most women love to work on their
gardens due to many reasons, but one of the reasons is that it gives them great
pleasure to beautify their garden and spend their free time there as well. Since spring time is
quickly coming it’s time to plan for the future. Think
about planting beautiful trees and new flowers that will be nice to enjoy. Plus,
if you are looking for something in addition to new plants and flowers, you can
also install the best garden fountains that will also enhance your garden area.
Speaking of fountains, there
are many different types of garden fountains that you can find. You should
choose the ones that appeal to you the most and will also suit your garden. Do
not choose a fountain which will be either too small or large. Find one that is
just right and look forward to revamping your garden. Also weigh
in factors like the free space in your gardens, the look and feel of your home,
and the current trends that are catching your eye.
Where to Place a Trendy Fountain
If you are wondering as
to which is the location for you to place a fountain once you purchase the one
you want, you should consider placing it in the center of your lawn or
somewhere where it will be seen by guests as well. The fountain will become
apart of a nice garden area where you can sit down in the afternoon and read a
book. So, ideally a great location for your fountain is in the center of your
garden. However, this may change depending on the existing yard space you have.
Finding the Fountain That’s Within Your Budget
A lot of garden fountains
can be extremely costly. So, you should base which fountain you’d like to
purchase depending on your budget. Do not over spend on them, but also don’t
miss out on quality too. Try to get the best fountain within your estimated
budget and enjoy a quality fountain that’s going to stay nice for years to come.
After you find a
fountain or two that is within your budget, keep in mind that you can always
decorate the fountain on different occasions and thereby cherish the moments.
Most moms like to decorate their fountain during Christmas and use it as a
backdrop that’s perfect for family photos. If you love the idea of revamping
your garden and implementing a fountain, go ahead and explore your options and
find the right fountain elements. Soon enough your garden will be full of
flowers, pretty fountains, and other wonderful décor elements that will make
spring all the more exciting.
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variety of topics, from fashion to fitness, to even interior design!
Monday, February 25, 2013
HABA Orchard Mini Game
Here is another GREAT game from HABA to take on the road with you! This is the HABA Mini-Orchard Game. It conveniently comes in a storage tin to carry the game wherever you may go. I found this perfect for hotel rooms, dining out and when visiting friends. This is one of the cooperative games, where all the players are working together to defeat the raven. I really like these kind of games as they teach children to work as a team.
The tin holds all the pieces for the game.
This includes:
1 Game Board that is in four parts that connects together like a puzzle.
10 Apples
10 Pears
10 pairs of Cherries
10 Plums
1 Raven Jigsaw (9 pieces)
1 color die w/symbols
1 set of game instructions
(Keep the fruit pieces away from small children as they are tiny and could easily be swallowed.)
The goal in this game is for the children to pick the fruit from the trees before the raven can steal them.
Assemble the game board on a table or flat surface. Place the fruit in the proper trees. Pile the nine pieces of the raven jigsaw beside the board game. Decide who will go first. The first player rolls the die. The die has red, yellow, green, and blue. If it lands on a color you choose 1 pice of fruit from that tree. If the basket is up, the player may choose any two pieces of fruit from the trees. Watch out for the raven! If the raven appears you place one piece of the puzzle in the center of the game board where it belongs. Should the children pick all the fruit before the raven puzzle is completed they win! If they put the raven puzzle together before all the fruit is collected they lose and the raven wins.
HABA has several games that are perfect for travel. We already reviewed one earlier in this trip. Be sure to go back and read the review on Hit the Throttle, another fun travel game.
About HABA: "We are a wood manufacturing company known for our high-quality baby and children's toys, as well as our children's games and block sets. We view ourselves as a "single source supplier" for children. We are expanding our product portfolio beyond wood products using the same high quality standards for which we are known. Thus, HABA also offers plush toys, games and textiles, for example. Our play "inventors" and designers put great care and thought into the creation of our products. Parents themselves, they are sensitive to the needs of our children. Their ideas are transformed by the use of materials which undergo continuous controls and careful inspection. Naturally, our toys comply and often exceed safety standards! HABA products may be found in well-stocked toy stores around the globe."
Neighbors I have been really impressed by the quality of games produced by HABA. Be sure and follow them on Twitter and then go and LIKE their Facebook page. I believe you will be very happy with any one of their products. One neighbor will receive a HABA Mini Orchard Game.
Disclosure:I received no monetary compensation for this post. I did receive product for review purposes. All quotes in red are taken from the sponsor's website or email. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Meeting Monday with Nicole from Schooling in the Sun
I want to thank Lori for giving me the chance to introduce myself to some new friends!
My name is Nicole, and I am a homeschooling mama from Sunshine-y Florida. I am blessed to be married for fifteen years now to my wonderful hubby. He is truly my best friend, and we have a great time together.
We have three awesome kids (of course): our oldest, affectionately known as Turtle for online purposes, is happily, hormonally twelve. She loves to play competitive soccer and various games on her phone, and, after a brief re-entry into public school earlier this year, is now back home with us.
Firefly is ten, and definitely the spirited one of the bunch. She also plays travel soccer, and has a competitive edge that is actually a little scary sometimes! She also has Sensory Processing Disorder, (www.spdfoundation.net) which is a tricky little neurological disorder that can quickly throw our family for a loop--daily.
Our Bug is six, and our only boy. He is sweet and smart and spoiled rotten! He loves Legos, Hot Wheels, and, of course, soccer (not that he was given much of a choice, lol!)
This is our fourth year of homeschooling. We came to it in a rather selfish way--I was simply ready to put our family onto our own schedule. I was tired of having to rush around to put my toddler down for his nap so I could wake him up to go pick up his sisters from school. I was tired of waking my girls up every day to rush them out the door for school. I was tired of asking teachers / administrators when I could take my family on vacation.
So, we entered the homeschool world.
I'm so eternally glad we did!
I still love the freedom and the flexibility. But now I also love the family bonds that we have. I love that we have all grown closer to God through this journey. I love that we can do things at our own pace--that my Kindergartner can sit down to devour a book over breakfast for an hour, that my fourth-grader can take almost a full year to master her multiplication tables, that my junior high kiddo can spend an hour a day teaching herself how to make a family newsletter on the computer.
This one-year-at-a-time trip might end up being a years-long journey after all!
Again, I just want to say a big "thank you" to Lori, and extend the invitation for you to come on over and visit me at http://www.schoolinginthesun.blogspot.com. I'm working on a new journey now--the journey of being REAL, and so far it's been a really fun ride!
Saturday, February 23, 2013
Dry Idea AdvancedDry Fresh Brand
Hey Neighbors!
I recently received Dry Idea AdvancedDry. Now up north you might be too cold to sweat, but on our trip to Florida... that is another thing altogether. It has been hot! And I hate to sweat! Oh, wait a minute, horses sweat, men perspire and women glisten, right? Well, I need an antiperspirant that works, especially when we do things like bowling, or wandering an attraction all day.
So, when we are active out in the heat I need an antiperspirant that I can depend on, Dry Idea AdvancedDry is able to keep you dry up to 72 hours! This Dry Idea is an unscented deodorant that has Pulse Activated Wetness Protection. This comes in Unscented, Powder Fresh, and Cotton Dry. (Hypo Allergenic) Available in Roll-on (like I received), Clear Gel and Invisible Solid.
What do you do where you need some extra protection? Is there a particular sport you participate in or are you outside quite a bit? Use Dry Idea AdvancedDry and "Never let them see you sweat."
The Difference Between Antiperspirants and Deodorants:
Antiperspirants are designed to provide wetness protection. Deodorants are designed to provide odor protection. At the end of the day, however, antiperspirants provide both. You see, antiperspirants are designed to reduce underarm perspiration through an active ingredient that controls sweat. By reducing sweat, they also naturally reduce odor. In fact, tests show antiperspirants provide more protection against odor than deodorants, which are specifically designed for that purpose. While deodorants are specifically formulated to reduce odor, they contain no ingredients to curb perspiration. They use fragrance, primarily, to cover bad odor. They may also use antimicrobial agents to help kill odor-causing bacteria. Dry Idea® products are antiperspirants/deodorants, and they provide superior wetness and odor protection.
Be sure to check out their Twitter and Facebook Pages! Then enter the giveaway where two winners will each receive two coupons for free Dry Idea AdvancedDry.
Disclosure : I received no monetary compensation for this post. I did receive product for review purposes. All quotes in red are taken from the sponsors website or email. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Friday, February 22, 2013
Travel With Peaceable Kingdom
Hey Neighbors!
Here is another super product to have with you on trips! They are from Peaceable Kingdom! We received the Dinosaur Sticker Activity Book, plus two different sets of stickers. They are the 3-D Super Stickers (Roar) and the Flicker Stickers (Lenticular) Wacky Animals. My daughter really enjoyed using both of these. I pulled them out for the return trip. I try to plan like that, so there is something fun to do going in both directions. Not to mention sometimes the return trip is just a little more boring or stressful because the fun is over.
The Dinosaur Sticker Activity Book ($7.99) obviously has stickers, but many of the pages include activities. The first page is a scene where she could place dinosaur stickers wherever she liked to create a scene. The next 2 pages have ten dinosaurs and she has to find the stickers with the dinosaur skeleton that matches. I think one of the ones she enjoyed the most was where she had to take the square and rectangular stickers and complete the fight scene. Last of all there are Dinosaur Collector Cards on the last page where she was able to add the stickers with the name of the dinosaur, the special feature, and a sticker showing what the dinosaur ate. These can then be cut out and saved.
The 3-D Stickers ($2.00) come with a pair of 3-D viewing glasses and a sticker page with 5 different animals, including a T-Rex. The animals look like they are leaping right out at you when you use the glasses. Last of all was the Flicker Stickers ($2.00). Now I am not sure what we called these as I was growing up, but I do remember playing with stickers and cards like these. The picture moves/changes as you move the sticker. One has a monkey and alligator with sunglasses, then there is an alligator juggling balls on a unicycle, a pig and bunny are on the next one, two penguins are dancing on the fourth and the last one is a giraffe eating leaves. Any child would have fun playing with these sticker sets.
About Peaceable Kingdom:
Peaceable Kingdom was founded in 1983 with a single product – a children’s poster based on the artwork from the classic children’s book Goodnight Moon. Twenty-eight years and more than 5,000 SKUs later, the company has grown to be a leader in juvenile stickers, greeting cards, and cooperative games. Peaceable Kingdom’s mission is to make good, do good, and be good. Which means: to create fresh, fun, award-winning products that educate, inspire, and tickle funny bones, to donate to charitable organizations that support the well-being of children, to remain committed to socially-conscious manufacturing practices and sustainable and eco-friendly materials, to maintain integrity in all business relationships and to support the people who support us! The Peaceable Kingdom philosophy – come into the kingdom and join the fun!
We here At the Fence have worked with Peaceable Kingdom before and we really enjoy their products. Be sure to visit their website and check out some of their other toys and games!
One neighbor will receive a sticker book and some stickers.
Disclosure:I received no monetary compensation for this post. I did receive product from Peaceable Kingdom for review purposes. All quotes in red are taken from the sponsor's website or email. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Here is another super product to have with you on trips! They are from Peaceable Kingdom! We received the Dinosaur Sticker Activity Book, plus two different sets of stickers. They are the 3-D Super Stickers (Roar) and the Flicker Stickers (Lenticular) Wacky Animals. My daughter really enjoyed using both of these. I pulled them out for the return trip. I try to plan like that, so there is something fun to do going in both directions. Not to mention sometimes the return trip is just a little more boring or stressful because the fun is over.
The Dinosaur Sticker Activity Book ($7.99) obviously has stickers, but many of the pages include activities. The first page is a scene where she could place dinosaur stickers wherever she liked to create a scene. The next 2 pages have ten dinosaurs and she has to find the stickers with the dinosaur skeleton that matches. I think one of the ones she enjoyed the most was where she had to take the square and rectangular stickers and complete the fight scene. Last of all there are Dinosaur Collector Cards on the last page where she was able to add the stickers with the name of the dinosaur, the special feature, and a sticker showing what the dinosaur ate. These can then be cut out and saved.
The 3-D Stickers ($2.00) come with a pair of 3-D viewing glasses and a sticker page with 5 different animals, including a T-Rex. The animals look like they are leaping right out at you when you use the glasses. Last of all was the Flicker Stickers ($2.00). Now I am not sure what we called these as I was growing up, but I do remember playing with stickers and cards like these. The picture moves/changes as you move the sticker. One has a monkey and alligator with sunglasses, then there is an alligator juggling balls on a unicycle, a pig and bunny are on the next one, two penguins are dancing on the fourth and the last one is a giraffe eating leaves. Any child would have fun playing with these sticker sets.
About Peaceable Kingdom:
Peaceable Kingdom was founded in 1983 with a single product – a children’s poster based on the artwork from the classic children’s book Goodnight Moon. Twenty-eight years and more than 5,000 SKUs later, the company has grown to be a leader in juvenile stickers, greeting cards, and cooperative games. Peaceable Kingdom’s mission is to make good, do good, and be good. Which means: to create fresh, fun, award-winning products that educate, inspire, and tickle funny bones, to donate to charitable organizations that support the well-being of children, to remain committed to socially-conscious manufacturing practices and sustainable and eco-friendly materials, to maintain integrity in all business relationships and to support the people who support us! The Peaceable Kingdom philosophy – come into the kingdom and join the fun!
We here At the Fence have worked with Peaceable Kingdom before and we really enjoy their products. Be sure to visit their website and check out some of their other toys and games!
One neighbor will receive a sticker book and some stickers.
Disclosure:I received no monetary compensation for this post. I did receive product from Peaceable Kingdom for review purposes. All quotes in red are taken from the sponsor's website or email. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
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