The Happy Crab Book Teaches Children to be Selfless with the help of a Shellfish - Review and Giveaway

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes, we did receive a complimentary copy of this book for review, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win one too! Enter the contest at the end of this post.

The Crustacean that is Crushing It!

As the story of The Happy Crab opens we meet a curious crab that travels the seas, finds treasures and makes new friends.  You could say this little crustacean is truly crushing it.  He knows that life is good.

Sometimes you come across Rocky Waters and decisions need to be made

One day the crab is mistaken for an empty shell and is pulled from the water by a young boy. When the boy discovers the crab inside he must make a big decision. The shellfish hopes that the young child will decide not to be selfish and instead be selfless and return him to the sea. He knows that is where he is happiest.

The Happy Crab Book Makes a Great Gift

With vibrant images and easy-to-understand lessons, The Happy Crab illustrated book will make a great gift this holiday season.  Your family will learn the importance of curiosity, the feelings of friendship, the security of home and how acts of kindness can make a big difference. This story is based on the true-life events of the authors Layla Palmer, Kevin Palmer and their son Steevenson

and what took place when they found a beautiful shell.  As you see in my Reel below, The Happy Crab has me feeling happy too!

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Thanks to a partnership with Graf-Martin Communications, we are able to giveaway a copy of The Happy Crab to a lucky reader! Enter for a chance to win below.

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Movember Fundraisers Have Moved Online for 2020 - MovemberKW Fundraiser with Taya

 

As many of you know, MOVEMBER looks a lot different this year. You can see in the pic above we always enjoyed hosting the Movember Events.  Last week we so thrilled that the Kitchener Market included @MovemberKW as part of their Virtual Kids in the Kitchen.  You can learn how to make Moustache Cookies and Movember Treats in the video below.

 ONLINE FUNDRAISER FOR MOVEMBER 2020

Because we cannot take donations in person, we have partnered with TAYA for an online fundraiser!

• Taya is an online boutique run solely by Lisa ensuring very limited handling of merchandise. Shopping at Taya is a fantastic option for the safety conscious, immunocompromised, busy people or those who do not enjoy traditional retail shopping.

• Quality, well-priced, on trend accessories, clothing XS-Plus, handbags and footwear

• Product selection includes natural and sustainable fabrics, fair trade, Canadian made • Quick Shipping or Free KW Delivery to your door

• SSL Secure website and secure payment processing Shop Online at Taya! with Facebook Friends & Fashion from Taya info@taya.ca 519-664-0001 www.taya.ca

Enter the Coupon Codes listed below to received discounts and a portion of the sale will be donated to MovemberKW. DID YOU KNOW THAT TAYA HAS A MOUSTACHE FACEMASK?

• CLOTHING10-MOV Save additional 10% off regular priced & sale priced Clothing (excludes leggings)

• MASK-MOV Get a free $15 Jak’s face mask with purchase of a reg or sale priced Jak’s handbag over $70

• LEG20-MOV $20 ea when you buy 3 or more soft brushed or double brushed Leggings (Reg $23)

• SOX10-MOV $10 ea when you buy 3 or more YoSox Men’s or Women’s patterned socks (Reg $12)

• COAT25-MOV Save $25 when you buy one each of a Jacket/Coat, Hat (min $34.99), Scarf (min $24.99) & Gloves OR code HSC15-MOV Save $15 when you buy a Hat (min $34.99), Scarf (min $24.99) & Gloves

 • TTSET-MOV Buy a 100% Turkish Cotton Towel and Hand Towel for $49.99 (Save $8) Turkish Towels

• SHOE10-MOV $10 off reg & sale priced shoes $79.99+ If your order does not include any of these Coupon Codes, please indicate in Order Comments that your order is part of the Movember fundraiser.

Coupon Codes valid until Nov 30th. Not valid with any other specials or coupon promotions. Shipping & Returns FREE SHIPPING across Canada on orders over $100 & $10 Flat Rate Shipping on orders under $100 FREE DELIVERY on any order amount in Kitchener-Waterloo, St. Jacobs, Conestogo or Bloomingdale, Ontario Style For Your Story Since 2005 www.taya.ca Doesn’t fit? No problem. Products can be returned for refund. All returned fabric items are steamed in line with safety protocols before being restocked.

Need a great gift idea? See all the ways Lisa from Taya uses her Turkish Towel in the video below

For more information about Taya, visit these links

Website: https://www.taya.ca

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TayaFashion

Twitter: https://twitter.com/TayaFashion

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/taya_fashion

Let us know what you purchased for the Movember Fundraiser and we will send a shout out!

Our World Is Weird! Weird But True by National Geographic Kids Turns 10 + Contest Info

We'll start with the Disclaimer – Yes, we did receive a complimentary product, but this just means we're able to offer tell you about the books and the contest!

I received this product for free from Moms Meet (momsmeet.com) to use and post my honest opinions.  Compensation for this post was provided and this page may contain affiliate links.

I Received A Weird Package

As you can see in the photos above, I received a package filled with weird stuff. The package had lots of National Geographic Kids items and has all the facts about the wonderfully weird world we live in.

Their WEIRD BUT TRUE books have been capturing the interest of kids for a decade and this year to celebrate 10 years they are introducing WEIRD BUT TRUE! CANADA

This book is filled with fun facts about Canada and all it’s weirdness.  One fact I had no idea about is on page 142 that states

James Bond was based in part on a real-life spy from Winnipeg, Manitoba named Sir William Stephenson

How cool is that?!?!?! The Canadian themed facts are sure to get your whole family reading and learning about our nation!  Want to read about other topics? There is even holiday themed book. Weird But True Christmas: 300 Festive Facts to Light Up the Holidays which would make a great gift! See a sample of the info at https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/videos?videoGuid=0000015f-e03e-d43e-a9df-e8fefe020000

There are lots of subjects in the Weird But True book series to encourage kids to read and learn all about the weird world around us.  The pages are bright and have clear simple text to encourage even the most reluctant readers to get all the weird facts. 

You might be surprised to learn that honey never spoils. Get the buzz on more #WeirdButTrueWednesday food facts here.https://t.co/dMihepBgoG pic.twitter.com/EQ5bwPcBDl

— NatGeoKIDS (@NGKids) November 21, 2018

This not only helps your family but a portion of all book purchases help support National Geographic’s projects including exploration, conservation, research and education. With the cost around $11 per book it makes it an affordable, fun and fulfilling purchase. Pick up one at Indigo, or your favourite book store.

Learn more about these books by checking out these links

Website: https://natgeokids.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nationalgeographickids

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ngkids

Weird But True! Canada Contest

Know a weird fact about where you live in Canada? Then head to https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/explore/adventure_pass/weird-but-true/weird-but-true-canada-contest and enter the Weird But True! Canada Contest.

This Company Keeps Both Parents and Babies Happy – Meet MAM – Enter to Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer – Yes, we did receive a complimentary product, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win one too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!

MAM is company that creates unique products for the early stages of a child’s life.  Their company is committed to making safe items to keep babies and their parents happy.  Learn more in the video below.

How much did you enjoy watching those babies smile and giggle?

Developmental Toys From MAM

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Do you have a baby or toddler to buy for this Christmas?  Ellie the Bee and Lucy the Snail are for ages 2 Months+ which is a time when brain stimulation can be of the upmost importance.

Handmade and safe for baby: the MAM Friends are an ideal first toy to help your child's development. Made of 100% natural rubber, their material is pleasantly soft to the touch. Their bright colours and different shapes help to develop baby's senses. 

To learn more about MAM visit the links below

•Facebook address: https://www.facebook.com/MAMbabyCanada

•Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mam_usa/

•Twitter address: https://twitter.com/mamcanada

•Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mam_usa/

•Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/mamusa/

•YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/mambaby

Or you can visit their Canadian website https://www.mambaby.com/en-ca to get all the info.

We thought busy parents of babies would like this so much that we are having a giveaway!

Enter To Win 

Enter the rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and tell us what you have learned about MAM. It may just win you a $30 MAM gift package including a MAM Friends teething toy.(NOTE when commenting below it is best to be logged into your google account. After you click publish, it may take up to one minute for your comment to show.
It is also required that you follow MAM on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mam_usa/
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Oh Baby! A Mom’s Self-care Survival Guide for the First Year – Enter To Win

We'll start with the Disclaimer – Yes, we did receive complimentary copy, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win one too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!

 

Blogging Moms Doing Big Things

Many of our readers know that we consider ourselves early adopters of social media.  Through those early days of blogging and posting we connected with many other Canadian Bloggers via twitter.  That is how we first connected with Maria Lianos-Carbone first known to us as @amotherworld.  Since those OG twitter days the term “Mom Blogger” has evolved into “Digital Influencer” and many of our early twitter connections have evolved themselves as well.  Today I am happy to announce that Maria has released her first book, Oh Baby! A Mom’s Self-care Survival Guide for the First Year and let me tell you why it was the book we wish we had around when we first became Moms.

Oh, Baby There Is A Lot of Info in This Book

From the time this book begins it makes you well aware that bringing home a new baby means there is a new reality waiting for you as soon as you leave the hospital.  All those preparations you thought were important quickly change once you experience your first sleepless night.  Maria’s book lets you know that you are not alone in the process and that many new parents are going through the same issues and emotions as you.  By taking the time to read each chapter you become aware of what that first year really entails.  Everything from swaddling to spit up is covered in this book.  Along with the quotes and advice from parents, you get a real picture of what “bringing home baby” is really like.  For me, the best piece of advice is the shopping list of items that every Mom should have when she returns home after labour.  Let’s just say in my case, it would have saved me a pit stop at Shoppers Drug Mart on my route home from the hospital.  Whether you are a first-time parent or looking for a fantastic Baby Shower Gift, this book fits the bill. It will be a welcome addition to those welcoming a new addition to their family.

Enter To Win 

Raincoast Books has permitted us to giveaway a copy of Oh Baby! A Mom’s Self-care Survival Guide for the First Year to a lucky reader!

Enter the rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and tell us why you want to read this book in the comments at the bottom. It may just win you a copy! (NOTE when commenting below it is best to be logged into your google account. After you click publish, it may take up to one minute for your comment to show. Please wait for it to publish before clicking anything else).

This giveaway is for Canadian residents only, aged 18+. 

If you are selected as the winner, your contact info will be given to the prize provider.

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Stuff To Do With Your Kids In Kitchener Waterloo Last Minute Gift List

Need to get some last minute gifts? Here’s a list easy to get gifts from Friends of the Stuff To Do With Your Kids In Kitchener Waterloo blog!  Some listings even include contest for a chance to win.  Consider this time saving list our present to you.

KW Titans Home Opener Tickets

The KW Titans Home Opener is BOXING DAY at 7pm.  This takes place at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium.  Learn more at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/11/kw-titans-bring-pro-basketball-to.html

 

Can’t make the game on Boxing Day? Don’t worry you can now purchase tickets to all the home games this season at http://www.kwtitans.com/ticketpricing

Gift Of Lights Passes

Send your friends and family for a fun trek through Bingemans Gift Of Lights.  Several different price packages are available. Find out more at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/11/bingemans-giftoflightskw-and-united-way.html

Centre In The Square Family Events

The Centre In The Square is offering special family events this season. A family of 5 can go for $35! See the event list at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/05/family-fun-starts-with-5-for-centre-in.html

 

Saftey Tree Saftey Classes For Kids

Registration is open for Christmas Break safety classes. See all the different options at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/12/start-2017-safely-with-safety-tree.html

LEGO Star Wars The Freemaker Adventures

Need something to watch when the weather doesn’t co-operate? We suggest Season One of this family friendly new series. Get familiar with this story at http://stufftodowithyourkidsinkw.blogspot.ca/2016/12/lego-starwars-freemaker-adventures.html

Kitchener Market Cooking Classes

If you have older ones on your list with an interest in cooking, gift them a cooking class! See all the options at http://www.kitchenermarket.ca/en/events/Cooking_classes.asp

 

Canadian Tire #CTWishandWin Contest, #TwitterParty And Gift Guides

Canadian Tire is helping everyone get set for the holidays 3 ways this winter! It begins with their Gift Guides, then provides you with the #CTWishandWin Contest which leads to the big Twitter Party! Read more about these items below.

Get Set For Shopping With The Christmas Gift Guides

Wondering what to get that certain someone? Why not purchase something that is of interest to them?!!?
Canadian Tire has created some Christmas Gift Guides for the following categories

• For the Foodie
• For the Do-it-Yourselfer
• For the Toy lover
• For the Auto enthusiast
• For the Connoisseur of Clean

You can see all the suggested items for each interest at

http://www.canadiantire.ca/inspiration/en/seasonal/christmas/gifts-and-toys/christmas-gift-ideas.html 

Oh What Fun It Would Be To Win

To celebrate the holidays, Canadian Tire is giving participants a chance to wish and win anything in the Canadian Tire flyer. Canadian Tire will be giving away at least one prize every hour of the 25 day contest period. The contest runs from November 23rd, 2015 through to December 17th, 2015 and you can enter once per day so wish often!
Check out the http://twubs.com/CTWishandWincontest here: cantire.votenow.tv/

Ready For Some More Holiday Fun?

Bring on the #CTWishandWin Twitter Party!

 

Join us for the #CTWishAndWin Twitter Party.

Twitter Party Details:

http://twubs.com/CTWishandWin
Date: November 30th, 2015
Time: 8:00 p.m. E
Hashtag: #CTWishAndWin
Host: @CanadianTire
NO RSVP
Prizing: 10 x $100 @CanadianTire Gift Cards

Anyone can participate but only Canadians can win prizes, excluding those in the province of Quebec.
Twitter Party rules: www.canadiantire.ca/wishwinrules

 

Plus be sure that you follow ALL of Canadian Tire's Social Feeds so you have the latest info!

 

http://canadiantire.ca
www.twitter.com/canadianTire
https://instagram.com/canadiantire/
http://facebook.com/canadiantire
https://www.youtube.com/canadiantire
http://cantire.votenow.tv/#landing

 

 



Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat - Enter To Win

Centre In The Square Brings Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat To Kitchener Ontario

We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes we did receive a complimentary tickets, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance attend too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!

January 6, 2016 sees the arrival of  Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat to Centre In The Square.  This musical production has delighted people of all ages worldwide for many years.

My First Joseph - Donny Osmond

Being a 70's born girl, I had a big crush on Donny Osmond and when it was announced in the early 90s that he would be playing the role of Joseph in Toronto, I made sure I had tickets.  Many do not know this but Donny Osmond was not the first to take on the role of Joseph. Find out more in the video below.

2016 Brings A New Joseph

I am looking forward to this new interpretation of the musical that is dear to my heart.  Along with a new Joseph to bring the musical into the new millenium.

this new production is a re-imagining of the Biblical story of Joseph, his eleven brothers and the coat of many colours. The magical musical is full of unforgettable songs, including "Go Go Go Joseph", "Any Dream Will Do" and "Close Every Door". Book your tickets and be part of the magic!

I already have the songs bouncing around in my brain!

Make It A Techincolor Christmas

With Christmas just weeks away we think that tickets to Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat would be a wonderful gift.  For more information and to get tickets visit
http://centreinthesquare.com/event/joseph-and-the-amazing-technicolour-dreamcoat/
I'm sure seeing Joseph with your loved ones will make for many happy memories.

Enter To Win

Let us know what musical you love in comments of this post for a chance to attend Joseph and the Amazing Techincolor Dreamcoat with us! Yes that's right we'll be in the audience and you just might win a pair of tickets to attend it too!
The contest listed below (might take a minute to load the rafflecopter contest form. If the contest does not pop up, clear your cache and refresh) is for a chance to win a pair of tickets to see Joseph and the Technicolor Dreamcoat January 6,2016  at Centre In The Square In Kitchener Ontario Canada. Be sure to post your answer to the question listed in the Rafflecopter Widget in the comment section below.

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