National Geographic Kids Books Valentine’s Day Mega Prize Pack

 This Valentine’s Day, make little hearts happy and give books that kids will LOVE (and will last a lot longer than a chocolate bar!).

So Cute: Puppies (Ages 3-7, hardcover, $6.99) That wrinkly little face. Those sweet puppy dog eyes! That squishy, pudgy, fuzzy body! Let's face it ... puppies are SO CUTE! And, well, so is this book!  Try to contain your squeals of delight as you flip through pages of the fluffy fur balls. From puppies at playtime to rascally ruff-housing, this book is filled with humor and informational sidebars, and pairs super cute puppy photos with imagined inner dialogue that will have the whole family laughing. Perfect for little kids getting acquainted with a new pup at home or kids who love animals in general.

We Love Babies! (ages 2-5, hardcover, $17.99)

“an adorable and rollicking read-aloud… Bouncy rhymes and spot-on rhythms will delight little ears…. An eye-catching way to introduce older toddlers and preschoolers to the babies of our world.” - Kirkus

Love + adorable baby animals = a MUST for Valentine’s Day. This hilarious picture book with rollicking, rhyming text reads like a crowd-pleasing call, pumping up readers' excitement for the cutest baby animals ever. Illustrated with lively National Geographic photography, We Love Babies! presents furred, feathered, and finned baby animals of all shapes and sizes, celebrating their glorious diversity, from "paws and claws and little flippers" to "feet that look like fuzzy slippers!". Whimsical cartoon cheerleaders add to the fun, popping up throughout the book to lead fans in the irresistible refrain: "We love babies, yes we do, we love babies, how about you?”

My Weird But True Fact-a-Day Fun Journal (ages 8-12, paperback, $12.99) Start 2022 off right!  Here's a chance for Weird But True fans to keep their own personal diary about the weird and wacky world around them. For inspiration, there's a Weird But True fact a day, plus a daily place for kids to report on all the WBT stuff they observe and experience on their own 24/7. It's a year's worth of fun to enjoy, record, and remember!

The Big Book of Bling (ages 8-12, hardcover, $19.99)  

Every Valentine needs some bling! Did you know that with its 2,868 diamonds, 273 pearls, 17 sapphires, 11 emeralds, and 5 rubies the British imperial state crown weighs more than a guinea pig? Or if you have $3.5 million to spare you can buy a solid gold toilet? 

"Bling is all around us," the author writes. Maybe so…but rarely is the razzle-dazzle this cranked up. Should come with a cautionary note: sunglasses a must!” - Kirkus

From upscale splurges to flashy fun in nature, this treasure trove is filled with wonders that will dazzle and delight. Read about how nature struts its stuff with tantalizing tidbits about animals, including a few that literally glitter with iridesence to confuse predators. Or maybe you'll strike it rich after reading about Crater of Diamonds State Park in Arkansas, U.S.A., where anyone can go hunt for sparkling gems. Dig into info about the world's mysterious minerals, gorgeous geodes, and ritzy rocks. Discover extravagant expenditures like Canada's million-dollar solid gold coin. Learn all about the splendid science of diamonds that rain from the sky in space. Get the secret behind glowing bioluminescence. And go back in time to uncover palatial palaces, the riches of royalty, and other ancient treasures.  To show off the lush content in proper fashion, readers will be dazzled by hundreds of fun flashy photos throughout.

Little Kids First Big Book of Animals (ages 4-8, hardcover, $14.95)  Filled with fluffy and scaly creatures big and small, this book introduces the youngest explorers to the world of wildlife, including dolphins, tigers, butterflies, frogs, penguins, wolves, and pandas. More than 150 of National Geographic’s most charming animal photos are paired with just the kind of facts that little kids want to know―the creature’s size, diet, home, and more. Child-friendly text explains how animal parents take care of their young, how baby animals change as they grow, and how they learn to hunt and eat.  These animal tales will quickly become favorites at storytime, bedtime, and any other time.

Adorable Animals Super Sticker Activity Book (ages 4-8, paperback, $12.99) Two sticker books in one that are chock-full of the cutest animals on the planet: pandas, koalas, rabbits, kittens, puppies, and so many more. A perfect cure for cabin fever, kids are sure to love these pages of 2,000 stickers that are loaded with fun.

Just Joking 3  (ages 7-10, paperback, $8.99) 

Q: What sound do porcupines make when they kiss?    A: Ouch!  

Q: What do you get from a cow after an earthquake?    A: A milkshake! 

Q: Why did the golfer wear two pairs of pants?              A: In case he got a hole in one

Packed with silly jokes that kids love, including knock-knocks, tongue twisters, riddles, traditional question-and-answer jokes, each joke is paired with laughing animals, funny people, and other colorful photos in National Geographic Kids' signature colorful, photo-driven style.  

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DREAMWORKS ANIMATION’S MADAGASCAR: A LITTLE WILD CELEBRATES MILESTONE FOR DEAF REPRESENTATION

 

 I am so happy to see inclusion for those with special needs.  Hats off to DreamWorks!  While my son is not deaf, we use ASL to communicate due to his speech deficit caused by autism!

Deaf actress Shaylee Mansfield is featured in the sixth season of DreamWorks Madagascar: A Little Wild in a “sign over” performance, one of the first in a kids animated series. The character is named and modeled after Shaylee and was animated by using a video reference of Shaylee performing for animators to model from, building upon the previous five seasons featuring ASL and deaf characters. Like series favorites Dave and Pickles, Shaylee’s character uses American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate, expanding inclusivity and promoting awareness of ASL.  Watch the below featurette highlighting the process used by actor Shaylee Mansfield alongside Delbert Whetter, Jevon Whetter and Justin Maurer, who serve as ASL consultants on the series.

Shaylee began her career as a deaf YouTuber with the goal of inspiring families and children worldwide to learn ASL. As an actress, she works to show authenticity to the deaf community and expand awareness for ASL through her performances.    Check out the final result in the below clips from this season!   Signing with Shaylee https://youtu.be/-vg0ZE_I3JE Wanna Trade? https://youtu.be/LfgQGFh1tUw Case of the Popped Tire https://youtu.be/x-VRYuiH_EM Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pH_D96-8kI

Valentine's Day Gift Guide

We are back with our first gift guide of the year!  Valentine's Day means love is in the air and we are poised to bring you the most loved gifts!

 

LumiCharge LD They thought of everything when they developedLumiCharge-LD! This all-in-one lamp, charger, and Bluetooth speaker is compact and perfect for any counter space, bedroom, or when traveling! This sleek, contemporary, petite unit is efficient and engineered to save space or to stow away when traveling. The lamp has a cradle for fast wireless charging, and a USB plug-in in the back to charge two phones at once! Pair it with Alexa or Google and talk directly to it! Take a call or listen to music with the built-in Bluetooth speaker. Keep the ambiance on point wherever you are with the LD's multiple color and brightness options. It also includes a micro-SD card slot and 3.5 mm audio input AVAILABLE:www.thelumicharge.com and Amazon.  

Check this out for romantic, sure to sweep your loved one off their feet!

 From our friends at Lobster Anywhere,  Rockport Romance, lobster dinner for two comes complete with steel crackers and forks wrapped in fine red and white checkered napkins and seafood tools! Don’t forget to chill the champagne! Our romantic Maine lobster dinner is the perfect gift for Valentine's Day!

Steal someone’s heart with a romantic lobster dinner at home. Includes 1 1/2 pound live Maine lobsters, clam chowder, and for a sweet ending, Harbor Sweets handmade chocolates. Start with Boston’s award-winning New England Clam Chowder with oyster crackers. For the “Maine” course enjoy two 1 1/2 pound Live Maine Lobsters.

For a sweet ending indulge in an assortment of Harbor Sweets chocolates, handmade in the historic seaport town of Salem, Massachusetts. Free Lobster Shipping. Free air express delivery.

Happy Valentine's Day - Get Cracking!

Amba heated towel racks add a stylish accent to any bathroom and keep towels warm, fresh, and dry, reducing dampness, mildew, and frequent trips to the washing machine--especially important for humid beach houses. Utilized in Europe for decades due to their energy efficiency, heated towel racks use much less energy than a standard dryer (about the same amount of electricity as a few light bulbs). Heated towel racks can transform a regular bathroom into a cozy day spa, adding style while saving space. Atlanta-based MBA Products makes more than 150 surprisingly affordable heated towel rack models in a variety of mounted and free-standing profiles to match any size or style preference.

• 150 affordable models to choose from (special orders available)

• Made with high-quality 304-grade stainless steel (sustainable, durable, 100% recyclable)
• Excellent customer service and local support
• Excellent distribution (in-stock orders will typically ship within 24 hours)
• Energy efficient (consumes the same energy as a few light bulbs; towels require less laundering, saving on water and electricity)
• Health and wellness benefits (e.g. mildew reduction, increased comfort)
• Ease of installation (mounted versions can be installed by an electrician in a few hours and free-standing versions simply plug in)

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This beautiful Infinity Anket from Foamy Wader is the perfect gift! I love the minimalist design. You can wear it all year long and with so many outfits or just with your bathing suit!  Come in a cute gift box.  Check out all of their designs.

We have the most unique gift idea for couples for a romantic night in with our TREATMENT at home facial kit!


This kit includes everything you need to give yourself an at home facial such as a facial mask with brush, relaxing toner amazing for men and women, a facial oil with instructions on a facial pressure point massage couples can perform on each other. It is one of our most popular gifts and facial bundles!

Simply Jess is a women owned small business delivering results with all naturally derived ingredients. The founder Jess has been an esthetician for 18 years, and international educator for well known skincare brands training estheticians at 4 and 5 star resorts. Website: www.simplyjessskincare.com








Gellies are made with real salon-grade gel that cures under UV light. They offer users salon-quality nails without the expensive costs that come with a salon visit and last for up to two weeks without chipping, breaking, or any damage. I believe your audience at Launch Grow Joy will love our various collections of fun and trendy designs chosen by the consumers that actually use our product.


As a 100% community-powered company, our product reflects the real-life tastes of our customers. The following are a few more reasons why our Nail Gellies should be a gift guide must have:



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If you are looking for celebrity-loved, self-caring products for your Galentine’s & Valentine’s Day coverage, what special lady wouldn’t want the product that’s Kate Hudson’s “new fave” and that Adriana Lima is “obsessed!” with? Clean K-Beauty brand Aloisia Beauty has the beauty world buzzing and they’ve curated some of their most celebrity-coveted best-sellers for ready-to-gift sets at all price points for the celebrity-loved skincare brand, from “minified”travel sets, to full-sized self-caring sets, to the relaxing ritual of K-Beauty, to 30-days of self-care cards for the ultimate skin-and-soul pampering experience!

Breathe In, Glow Out, $100: Taking skin care to the next level of glow-getting self-care with 7-Day Skin Care System, DEEP HYDRATION Aloe Gel Mist, Rose Quartz Gua Sha, Rose Quartz Facial Roller ($30), and a “Glow Up” embroidered terrycloth headband.

It is hard to believe, but the global day of love and romance is almost upon us. Whether you're buying a Valentine’s treat for someone you adore, or simply looking to spoil yourself, think outside of the candy box. Number 4’s limited-edition Head Over Heels Hair Care Collection features guilt-free indulgences sure to make February 14th extra-special, and strands extra-shiny!



Knowing that healthy gorgeous hair and soft supple skin is something every woman lusts after, the Head Over Heels Hair Care Collection features three sets - each addressing a different styling goal; Be Still My Hair for gorgeous hair sans frizz and flyaways, BFF Blow-Dry for the perfect at-home blowout, and Dew You Love Me? to pamper skin and nourish hair with much-needed moisture.

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Foria debuted in 2013 and has acquired a cult following, with over 130k active followers on Instagram, who sing the praises of its CBD intimacy, relief, and wellness products. Foria’s products make ideal gifts for your SO, partner, bestie, or - most importantly - yourself.

We received the Quickie Kit that includes Awaken Arousal Oil, Sex Oil, the Bath Salts Trio.

Sweetheart of a Giveaway

What are you getting for YOUR Valentine?  No matter who your Valentine is, Amazon has the perfect Gift.  

Valentines Day is right around the corner and we’ve teamed up with a bunch of your favorite bloggers to bring you a Sweetheart of a Giveaway! This giveaway is hosted by Chatty Patty’s Place and The Review Wire. Enter for your chance to win a $100 Amazon e-Gift card so you can do a little shopping for your sweetheart or yourself! This giveaway is open US only where permitted, age 18 and older.

 

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Lindie Lou Children's Books

 One thing we love in this household besides chocolate is READING!  Yes, we love books and encourage reading!  

Looking for a children’s book series that’s guaranteed to make adults as well as kids smile? The Lindie Lou Adventure Series, based on award-winning author Jeanne Bender's adventures with her real pup, Lindie Lou, is a great introduction to chapter books for children ages 5 to 9. This truly delightful series seamlessly blends common early childhood experiences, problem-solving, and adventure through encouraging, relatable stories.

Bender’s fifth book in the series, Lindie Lou On Ice: Exploring the Arctic with a Polar Bear Cub (Pina Publishing; November 2021; Hardcover: 978-1-943493-27-2), with art by Kate Willows, inspires young readers to go on an exciting expedition with puppy Lindie Lou as she embarks on her biggest adventure yet: heading to the Arctic Circle in Svalbard to study the Northern Lights and solar winds with a team of scientists! Along the way, Lindie Lou meets family, makes new friends, explores the Arctic, learns about science, and develops new relationship skills and responsible decision-making. This vibrantly illustrated book is also available in paperback and e-book.


Bender has lovingly and painstakingly created this series to captivate and invigorate young readers, from kindergarten through fourth grade. Each Lindie Lou book encourages reading advancement by helping young readers transition from picture books to chapter books, with 50-60 colorful illustrations and easy-to-read, dynamic fonts. The series is designed to appeal to young readers and those with learning difficulties; features Multiple Social Emotional Lessons (SEL); is on the book distributor's "safe reading list"; has a Lexile rating of 570, Letter “M”; and has a 5-Star Amazon rating.


The Lindie Lou Adventure Series takes children on delightful journeys filled with positive messages, life lessons, and motivation delivered through vibrant illustrations and easy-to-understand language intended to inspire the next generation of kind, compassionate and happy youth as they embark on their individual life adventures. Each book in the series includes videos, games, coloring pages and educational materials. Visit the author’s website!

One reader is going to win this entire set of books valued at approximately $46!  Enter the Rafflecopter below!

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Spice Up the New Year

Spice up the new year with these wonderful seasonings and spices from our friends at  The Spice Lab! 

If you are ready to BBQ, we have all the seasonings you need!

You can use the Everything + More on almost any dish! 

One lucky reader will win BOTH sets from The Spice Lab valued at $58.90.  Enter the Rafflecopter below! You won a Rafflecopter giveaway

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