Giveaways
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Disney’s Minnie and Daisy Magazine and Book Review & Giveaway
History of Minnie Mouse and Daisy: Minnie Mouse was created by Ub Iwerks and Walt Disney. The comic strip story “The Gleam” (published January 19-May 2, 1942) by Merrill De Maris and Floyd Gottfredson first gave her full name as “Minerva Mouse.” Minnie has since been a recurring alias for her. Both Minnie and Mickey were first drawn in 1928 by Ub Iwerks. Before Iwerks moved on to Universal Studios he created Minnie as a companion to Mickey Mouse and designed Minnie to fit in with the style of the times which was more of a flapper style. Over the years, we have seen a change in the original Minnie – who…
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PBS Kids Premieres “Curious George Swings Into Spring” on Earth Day Review & Giveaway
One of my favorite shows of PBS Kids is the two-time Emmy Award winning daily series Curious George. I love how this classic story that we enjoyed as a kid is available for our kids to watch as a series. The television show is designed to inspire kids to explore science, math and engineering in the world around them in a fun and entertaining way. The shows encourages inquiry and curiosity, promotes hands-on exploration and shows parents and caregivers how to support children’s science and math-related play. And who best to teach kids about science and math play than our pal Curious George! Celebrate Earth Day with Curious George! PBS Kids will premiere Curious George…
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Disney Princess: Story Theater App Review and Giveaway
My daughter and I had a good time reviewing this app together. Just this morning she was making her own film with my iPhone featuring our big orange cat and her Puffles… so when I asked her to review the Disney Princess: Story Theater app with me where she is able to create and record her own story – she was all in! Imaginations will run wild with the newest Disney Learning app that celebrates creativity and storytelling skills. Children and their families can join Cinderella, Belle, and Ariel on new adventures – created by the very readers themselves. Disney Princess: Story Theater: Encourages Creativity: The app opens up and the…
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Ranger Rick’s Tree House and Appventures Review and Giveaway
Come Celebrate National Wildlife Week! Did you know this week is National Wildlife Week? Perfect timing for a review of their great app and digital magazine that The National Wildlife Federation created where kids can explore an animated African savannah in search for lions. The National Wildlife Federation is America’s largest conservation organization. They work with more than 4 million members, partners and supporters in communities across the country to protect and restore wildlife habitat, confront global warming and connect with nature. I love how the National Wildlife Federation’s mission is to inspire Americans to protect wildlife for our children’s future. Last summer we took a trip…
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Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph and Hero’s Duty Comic App Review & Giveaway
This week we purchased the newly released Wreck-It Ralph movie DVD and have watched it no less than 20 times! You could say we are big fans of Wreck-It Ralph in this household. My husband and I enjoy watching the movie because it reminds us of the days spent at our local arcade and my daughter loves all the silly jokes. In celebration of the new DVD and Blu-ray release, Disney has provided us with some code to hand out to Penelope’s mates for the awesome Wreck-It Ralph and Hero’s Duty Comic App. I had a chance to review both and really like what each has to offer. Wreck-It…
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Disney Brave Storybook App Review and Giveaway
Disney’s Brave movie received an Academy Award for “Best Animated Film” last week. I had a chance to review Disney Publishing’s two Brave apps, “Brave: Storybook Deluxe” and “Brave Interactive Comic,” (both rated 4 stars on iTunes!) that features the original characters, storyline, and new activities for kids. Brave: Storybook Deluxe The Brave: Storybook Delux app for the iPhone or iPad contains a complete retelling of the film for children ages 5 and up, following Merida through a courageous voyage to defy an age-old tradition and forge her own destiny. The app features beautiful art, character voices, dynamic animation, and surprising interactive elements. My daughter and I had a blast playing the different games they offered such…
