SESAME STREET: 50 YEARS AND COUNTING Giveaway and Free Printables

SESAME STREET: 50 YEARS AND COUNTING!

COMES TO DVD & DIGITAL DOWNLOAD OCTOBER 1, 2019

FROM SHOUT KIDS AND SESAME WORKSHOP

Spanning the beloved show’s 50-year history, the collection offers five-and-a-half hours of songs, celebrity appearances, new and classic segments with the Sesame Street Muppets, and never-before-seen outtakes Los Angeles (July 9, 2019) – From the five boroughs of New York City to the beaches of Los Angeles, and every town in between, Sesame Street has been entertaining and teaching children for 50 years. Now, on October 1, 2019, Shout Kids and Sesame Workshop proudly present a birthday bash for the beloved brand with the release of Sesame Street: 50 Years and Counting on DVD and digital download. The first disc in this very special 2-disc set features some of the greatest Sesame Street moments from yesterday and today: fan-favorite animations like “Ladybug Picnic” and “Pinball Number Count”; new and classic songs from Kermit the Frog’s soulful “It’s Not Easy Being Green” to will.i.am’s empowering anthem, “What I Am”; and timeless interactions between children and the Sesame Street Muppets. 50 Years and Counting will also let fans revisit Sesame Street’s many unforgettable celebrity appearances: Patti LaBelle putting a glamorous spin on the alphabet song; Amy Poehler teaching the gang new vocabulary words; R.E.M.’s joyful rendition of “Furry Happy Monsters”; Ricky Gervais trying -- and failing -- to sing Elmo to sleep; and other guest appearances made pop culture headlines while embodying Sesame Street’s inclusive lessons and values. The second disc is an exclusive collection of the most iconic “Street Story” segments from Sesame Street’s 50-year history. With help from kids’ favorite characters, the early childhood experts behind Sesame Street helped generations of families tackle big conversations through little moments like these: the neighborhood’s poignant farewell to Mr.Hooper; the dramatic reveal of Big Bird’s not-so-imaginary friend, Mr. Snuffleupagus; and the debut of Julia, the first Sesame Street Muppet with autism.
 50 Years and Counting also lets fans revisit the lighter side of the Street: Super Grover’s many crash-landings, Bert and Ernie’s classic comedy-duo antics, moments with human friends like Bob, Maria, Luis, Susan, and Gordon, and much more. There are even a few never-before-seen outtakes with Jim Henson and other original performers! With over five-and-a-half hours of content from all five decades of the beloved show, 50 Years and Counting offers something for everyone – from the very young to the young at heart. Customers who buy the set at select retailers will also receive an exclusive Sesame Street frame, while supplies last. The frame features fan-favorite characters and is the perfect place to house a 2”x 3” photo of a special Sesame Street fan. Sesame Street’s yearlong 50th anniversary celebrates the timeless lesson that Sesame Street has always taught: everyone, no matter who they are or where they are from, is equally deserving of respect, opportunity, and joy. Throughout 2019, families everywhere can join all their furry and feathered friends in celebrating Sesame Street’s past, present, and future with a nationwide road trip, celebrity- and fan-fueled social media campaigns, new social impact initiatives, and a star-studded primetime special that will kick off the show’s 50th season. Fans are encouraged to share their favorite Sesame Street memories across social media this year using the hashtag #ThisIsMyStreet.

About Shout! Factory

Shout! Factory, LLC is a diversified multi-platform media company devoted to producing, uncovering, preserving and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer, and Garson Foos have spent their entire careers sharing their music, television and film favorites with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factory’s entertainment offerings serve up feature films, classic and contemporary TV series, animation, live music and comedy specials. In addition, Shout! Factory maintains a vast entertainment distribution network which delivers culturally relevant programming, movie and audio content to all the leading digital service providers in North America and across multiple platforms. Shout! Factory owns and operates Shout! Studios, Scream Factory, Shout! Factory Kids, Mystery Science Theater 3000, and Shout! Factory TV. These riches are the result of a creative acquisition mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention. Shout! Factory is based in Los Angeles, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit shoutfactory.com.

About Sesame Workshop

Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit media and educational organization behind Sesame Street, the pioneering television show that has been reaching and teaching children since 1969. Today, Sesame Workshop is an innovative force for change, with a mission to help kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. We’re present in more than 150 countries, serving vulnerable children through a wide range of media, formal education, and philanthropically-funded social impact programs, each grounded in rigorous research and tailored to the needs and cultures of the communities we serve. For more information, please visit sesameworkshop.org.

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Giveaway Information for SESAME STREET: 50 YEARS AND COUNTING!

To enter: You must be 18 years of age or older & a resident of the US Giveaway will go from 9.16-9.30 11:59 pm est

Winners will be notified and have 24 hours from the time they receive the notification from askbeckyw@gmail.com email. a Rafflecopter giveaway Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received. This is open to the US Only and you must be 18 years or older to enter. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. What U Talking Bout Willis? (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified.

Baby Shark Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo Doo

I received these products from WowWee for review.  Baby Shark is a global sensation with over 3.3 billion views worldwide!  Once you hear the song, it tends to get stuck in your head.  Kids love to sing it and many parents enjoy singing it to annoy their older children (I couldn't possibly be one of those parents)!  Now Baby Shark has found a new way to enter our homes and lives in the form of these adorable singing puppets and walker!

Baby Shark, Mommy Shark and Daddy Shark are now available as soft plush interactive puppets!  And they sing the entire Baby Shark song!  You can control how fast or slow they sing by how fast you move their mouths with you hand.  Make it sing normally, fast or slow.  If your child like Baby Shark, they will love this pupper.  Collect all three and have a complete Shark family.  The Baby Shark Song Puppet With Tempo Control is recommended for children age 2 and over.  Batteries are included, so you can start enjoying it straight out of box.  You can purchase it at Walmart for the retail price of $19.99.

The Baby Shark melody Walker will sing the Baby Shark song while your toddler pushes it along.  When your child stops walking, the song will stop.  This will encourage them to take their next steps.  The song will resume once they are walking and pushing it along again.  They can also sit and play with this walker.  It has five buttons that light up and, when pressed, each one will play a different song (including the Baby Shark song).  This will help to develop your toddler's gross motor and sensory skills.  The bright colors on this walker will catch your toddler's eye and they will love the big yellow shark face on the front.  The Baby Shark Walker will be available in October for a suggested retail price of $39.99.  

PLAYMOBIL Furnished School Building

I was thrilled when Playmobil asked me to review this toy. My very favorite part:  They included a wheelchair with this Playmobil Furnished School Building.  As a parent of a special needs child this means so much to me.  It means inclusion for those who might be differently abled.  The children playing with this set will see and play with it.

Classes are in session at the Furnished School Building. Upon arriving, students can ind storage for all their school supplies in the downstairs lockers, before heading to their first class of the day. Then, with the help of the functioning digital clock with school bell, students can make sure they get to class on time.  Those unable to take the stairs can use the functioning elevator to get to classes on the second floor.  The elevator, along with the access ramp and larger bathroom stalls, make this school wheelchair friendly.  The downstairs room is a fully-equipped biology classroom with a skeleton model, bio charts, and encased spider for studying.  Upstairs, students will find a computer lab and teacher’s office. Combine this set with the rest of the PLAYMOBIL School theme (#9453-9457 – sold separately), for even more fun.  Set includes three adult figures, six child figures, functioning clock with school bell, desks, backpacks, bicycles, laptops, chairs, classroom charts, books, skeleton, wheelchair, toilets, sinks, and tons of other accessories.

Your children will have hours of fun with all they can do with this set.  It is so realistic of school buildings.  The clock is phenomenal and the biology classroom is fully equipped..  This is one of my favorite sets from Playmobil.

The set retails for $129.99 and can be found at most retailers that sell toys.

Check out our reviews of  the Tiny Paws Pet Hotel and. Lucky's Happy Home .  This is why we love Playmobil.

Fall Fashion Buying Guide

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Fall is upon us and it's time for some new clothing.  Savings.com has curated this wonderful shopping guide for you to peruse. Is flannel your go to?  Or, how about a hoodie?

Check out the guide below and buy your faves before they sell out.

I am absolutely in love with this Calvin Klein Snake Embossed Crossbody handbag! Isn't this gorgeous?   Make sure to make your purchases right away.  These fall favories will not last long.

Get Your Groove on Giveaway

One WINNER will win: 2 JBL Speakers & a Insignia charging base

Date: 9/13~9/25/2019 12Am

USA Only 18+

Value : $120.00

Hosted by: Night Helper

USA Only 18 yrs & up

  Disclosure: We reserve the right to make revisions, to cancel, or suspend this contest for any reason. We are not associated with any of the companies named above. The odds of winning are based on the number of entries received Open to the US 18+ only. Confirmed Winner(s) (by Random.org) will be contacted by email. Winner(s) have 24 hours to respond before a new winner is chosen. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited by law. The sponsor(s) will be responsible for product shipment to winner(s) of this giveaway. Night Helper Blog (and any other blog participating) is not responsible for product shipment/delivery. This event is in no way administered, sponsored, or endorsed by, or associated with, Facebook and/or Twitter, Google, Pinterest. This disclosure is done in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission 10 CFR, Part 255 Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements. Entrants must only enter with either one email address, IP address and/or Facebook account, anyone found violating these rules will be disqualified. It is at the sole discretion of the admin of the giveaway if the winner has met the rules or not. a Rafflecopter giveaway

Five Reasons to Buy a Dodge Ram

Five Reasons to Buy a Dodge Ram

The Dodge Ram brand is all about power, strength, quality and style. Since 1981 the Ram truck name has been in the marketplace, and today the traditions of the marque remain strong even as it has evolved and adapted to the changing marketplace. Here we have compiled the five best reasons for you to buy a Ram in 2019. If you’re considering a new truck, this article is for you.

 

First, the 2019 Ram models are the sum of almost 40 years of innovation

The first generation of Ram trucks arrived in 1981. Since then, they’ve gained more power, better fuel economy, fresh new designs with each generation, and a continued commitment to quality and substance. In short, it’s one of the markets biggest mainstays for good reason.

Second, the latest Ram 1500 trucks are bigger and better, but also easier to drive

Panoramic sunroof, 22-inch wheels, more interior comfort and storage. The creators of the vehicle managed to boost all elements of the vehicle while actually reducing its overall weight by 225 pounds. It’s also a surprisingly quiet ride and loaded with technology. This is no farm machine, it’s a rival for any of the high tech “city-mobiles”

Third, they now boast better fuel economy

When people see great big American trucks, the idea of “fuel economy” is often the furthest thing from their minds. Ram trucks were usually manual transmissions, but the newer editions come with an 8-speed transmission that finally boosts gas mileage. You can get 20mpg in the city and 26 on the highway.

Fourth, choice in trims/models

The 2019 Ram 1500 comes in six different models --- the Tradesman, Longhorn, Limited, Big Horn, Rebel, and Laramie. This dispels the other myth that these trucks are monolithic and narrow in their uses. Choose the style that fits you best, leaning either more toward strength and utility, or a bit more toward comfort. Alternatively, you can have a happy marriage of both.

Fifth, the tech-head’s dream

What’s the first thing you see when you look inside a Ram truck? It’s probably the enormous 12-inch touchscreen in the center of the dash. This also provides a split-screen function where you can run two applications simultaneously. You can have navigation running on top and the controls for the radio underneath. That’s less hassle when you want to change settings. The screen’s functions also work when you’re wearing gloves. Other features include wireless phone charging, 360-degree camera system and much more.

You may never have thought the Ram was the vehicle for you, but now you’ll have to think differently. Visit your nearest dealership and learn more about this amazing truck.

How to Better Manage Your Autumn School Run

How to Better Manage Your Autumn School Run

 

The kids are back at school and that means the Monday to Friday school run operations are also back in full swing. The long summer break may have put you a bit our of sync and you might now be struggling to get back into school mode. Lucky for you, we’ve prepared a handy guide for you that will help you navigate your way back to your old position of school run supremo.

1. Keep Calm and Carry On

This London wartime mantra holds true for many family situations even in the modern setting. The chaotic morning routine before successfully getting all the kids into the car without forgetting anything is an Olympian undertaking, but it requires composure and calmness first and foremost. So, take a deep breath, close your eyes and visualize the plans and steps you need to take clearly in your mind before you begin.

2. Make Detailed Plans

Some might say that making a plan is the first step towards disappointing yourself when one step goes wrong, but we disagree. The routine you’re managing is essentially the same each day, so if you plan ahead, you can be ready for anything, including contingencies for when things go wrong.

l  Checklist for the kids’ school bags

l  Car warmed up on the driveway a few minutes before departure

l  Emergency snacks and supplies pre-loaded into the car

l  A spare outfit for each child stored in the car

l  Gym clothes or other sporting equipment pre-loaded so it’s “forget-proof”

3. Empty the car’s trash daily

Keeping the car clean and organized will help you keep your thoughts organized. There’s nothing like a clean dash, organized glove compartment and trash-free floors to help keep your mind in order, too. Keep a roll of trash bags in the car and get everyone to pick up and dump the trash in the bag when they get home. This way, each morning starts neat and tidy.

4. Plan multiple routes

Of course you don’t need to use satellite navigation to get to school, because you’ve always known the way to get there, right? Well, you might know one way to get there, but do you know all the ways? Always plan at least three possible routes to your kids’ schools just in case weather or roadworks mean you have to switch things up to get there on time. Check local traffic reports before you set out and adjust your route accordingly. You can even coordinate traffic intelligence with other parents in your circle!

5. Work out parking ahead of time (again, with alternatives)

Once you’re there, you may not be able to simply drop off and drive off. You may have to walk young children up to the gate or even into the school. If that’s the case, you’ll need a handy place to park. Urban schools don’t always come with off-street parking, and you may get a ticket if you end up in the wrong place. Scout ahead, and work out two or three possibilities for parking as you drop off your kids at school.

Follow this guide and mitigate the inevitable chaos and stress caused by the daily school run.