Thursday, May 16, 2013
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Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes DVD Review and Giveaway!
**This is a Sponsored Post. I was given the product in exchange for this review.
Earlier this week, Nickelodeon released a brand new DVD entitled Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes! My kids love watching Team Umizoomi on Nickelodeon and were thrilled to receive this DVD to review! This program is very entertaining and engaging for preschoolers. I love that the kids are learning patterns from Milli (she has pattern power) and shapes from Geo. Bot helps them with number identification, adding and more! This DVD contains five great episodes of Team Umizoomi helping animals. In each episode, the team has to help out someone and along the way they have to solve math problems in order to help their friends. This DVD also contains some activities that you can do with your preschooler. Sam will be entering Kindergarten soon, so it's really important to me that he is learning as much as he can to get a head start. When I let him watch Team Umizoomi, I know that he's going to learn a thing or two along the way. This is a great DVD for your preschooler! Pick up a copy today!
DVD Synopsis:
Join Milli, Geo and Bot on four fantastic animal missions in Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes. Help Team Umizoomi get Purple Monkey to his new Monkey Jungle home at the zoo, rescue Buster the dog at a construction site, fix the Cuckoo Bears’ clock, and find all of Farmer Dan’s missing animals! Preschoolers will learn many math skills, including counting, patterns, measurement, and more! For a limited time only, find free Team Umizoomi Activities inside the DVD for on-the-go math problem solving! Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes will be released on DVD on May 14, 2013 for the suggested retail price of $14.99.
Team Umizoomi features a tiny team of superheroes, Milli, Geo and Bot, who use their mighty math powers to help little kids solve big problems. The series combines action-adventure missions with an interactive math curriculum designed to help kids develop self-confidence in their math abilities and appreciate the many ways in which math shapes their world. The Umi Team is not complete without their Umi Friends (home viewers), who help the team along the way while practicing various math skills. Set to a soundtrack of preschool-friendly pop songs, the series is designed to build upon preschoolers’ conceptual understanding of math as they are exposed to core mathematical concepts like numbers, counting, computations, measurement, patterns and shapes.
Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes Episode Synopses:
Purple Monkey Mission
There’s a new animal coming to the Umi City Zoo—Purple Monkey! But when Purple Monkey is accidently dropped into the icy cold Penguin House, it’s up to Team Umizoomi to help him get to the Monkey Jungle!
Buster the Lost Dog
When Buster the dog accidentally jumps into the back of a truck that carries him far away, it’s up to Team Umizoomi to help rescue the puppy and bring him back to the park!
Cuckoo Bears
The Cuckoo Bears, a band that lives inside the Umi City Cuckoo Clock, lose the gears that give them their power! Will you help them find and fix the gears before the clock strikes 12?
Animal School House
Farmer Dan’s animals are missing from his farm! Join Team Umizoomi as they search for missing mice, chickens, pigs and one stubborn donkey!
Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes Fast Facts:
Street Date: May 14, 2013
Catalogue: 144024
DVD SRP: $14.99
DVD Running Time: 91 Minutes
Special Features: None
BUY IT:
You can purchase Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes on Amazon for only $9.78!
WIN IT:
Thanks to Nickelodeon, one lucky Adventures of a Thrifty Mommy reader will win a DVD copy of Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes! Click "Read more" and follow the Rafflecopter directions to enter.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
DVD Synopsis:
Join Milli, Geo and Bot on four fantastic animal missions in Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes. Help Team Umizoomi get Purple Monkey to his new Monkey Jungle home at the zoo, rescue Buster the dog at a construction site, fix the Cuckoo Bears’ clock, and find all of Farmer Dan’s missing animals! Preschoolers will learn many math skills, including counting, patterns, measurement, and more! For a limited time only, find free Team Umizoomi Activities inside the DVD for on-the-go math problem solving! Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Media Distribution, Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes will be released on DVD on May 14, 2013 for the suggested retail price of $14.99.
Team Umizoomi features a tiny team of superheroes, Milli, Geo and Bot, who use their mighty math powers to help little kids solve big problems. The series combines action-adventure missions with an interactive math curriculum designed to help kids develop self-confidence in their math abilities and appreciate the many ways in which math shapes their world. The Umi Team is not complete without their Umi Friends (home viewers), who help the team along the way while practicing various math skills. Set to a soundtrack of preschool-friendly pop songs, the series is designed to build upon preschoolers’ conceptual understanding of math as they are exposed to core mathematical concepts like numbers, counting, computations, measurement, patterns and shapes.
Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes Episode Synopses:
Purple Monkey Mission
There’s a new animal coming to the Umi City Zoo—Purple Monkey! But when Purple Monkey is accidently dropped into the icy cold Penguin House, it’s up to Team Umizoomi to help him get to the Monkey Jungle!
Buster the Lost Dog
When Buster the dog accidentally jumps into the back of a truck that carries him far away, it’s up to Team Umizoomi to help rescue the puppy and bring him back to the park!
Cuckoo Bears
The Cuckoo Bears, a band that lives inside the Umi City Cuckoo Clock, lose the gears that give them their power! Will you help them find and fix the gears before the clock strikes 12?
Animal School House
Farmer Dan’s animals are missing from his farm! Join Team Umizoomi as they search for missing mice, chickens, pigs and one stubborn donkey!
Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes Fast Facts:
Street Date: May 14, 2013
Catalogue: 144024
DVD SRP: $14.99
DVD Running Time: 91 Minutes
Special Features: None
BUY IT:
You can purchase Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes on Amazon for only $9.78!
WIN IT:
Thanks to Nickelodeon, one lucky Adventures of a Thrifty Mommy reader will win a DVD copy of Team Umizoomi: Animal Heroes! Click "Read more" and follow the Rafflecopter directions to enter.
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Wednesday, May 15, 2013
Safe Haven - Out Now!
**This is a Sponsored Post. I was given the product in exchange for this review.
You can purchase Safe Haven (Blu-ray Combo Pack) at Walmart for $22.96!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Earlier this month, Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment released a wonderful movie to Blu-ray and DVD entitled Safe Haven! I had been wanting to see this movie since I'm a fan of Nicholas Sparks. I haven't read the book, but have heard many good things about the book and the movie. I watched this with my husband. He was reluctant - not another "chick flick" as he pleads with me. We BOTH really got into the mystery, suspense and romantic love of this movie. It is one that we will watch many more times! I HIGHLY recommend it!
Movie Description:
When a mysterious young woman named Katie appears in the small North Carolina town of Southport, her sudden arrival raises questions about her past. Beautiful yet self-effacing, Katie seems determined to avoid forming personal ties until a series of events draws her into two reluctant relationships: one with Alex, a widowed store owner with a kind heart and two young children; and another with her plainspoken single neighbor, Jo. Despite her reservations, Katie slowly begins to let down her guard, putting down roots in the close-knit community and becoming increasingly attached to Alex and his family. But even as Katie begins to fall in love, she struggles with the dark secret that still haunts and terrifies her... a past that set her on a fearful, shattering journey across the country, to the sheltered oasis of Southport. With Jo's empathic and stubborn support, Katie eventually realizes that she must choose between a life of transient safety and one of riskier rewards... and that in the darkest hour, love is the only true safe haven.
BUY IT:
Movie Description:
When a mysterious young woman named Katie appears in the small North Carolina town of Southport, her sudden arrival raises questions about her past. Beautiful yet self-effacing, Katie seems determined to avoid forming personal ties until a series of events draws her into two reluctant relationships: one with Alex, a widowed store owner with a kind heart and two young children; and another with her plainspoken single neighbor, Jo. Despite her reservations, Katie slowly begins to let down her guard, putting down roots in the close-knit community and becoming increasingly attached to Alex and his family. But even as Katie begins to fall in love, she struggles with the dark secret that still haunts and terrifies her... a past that set her on a fearful, shattering journey across the country, to the sheltered oasis of Southport. With Jo's empathic and stubborn support, Katie eventually realizes that she must choose between a life of transient safety and one of riskier rewards... and that in the darkest hour, love is the only true safe haven.
BUY IT:
You can purchase Safe Haven (Blu-ray Combo Pack) at Walmart for $22.96!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Dunkin' Donuts Seasonal Coffee Flavors and An In-Home Party!
I participated in a campaign on behalf of Mom Central Consulting for Dunkin' Donuts. I received a Dunkin' Donuts Party Kit to facilitate my review and a promotional item as a thank you for participating.
I must admit that I am not normally a coffee drinker. I only like coffee if it's iced or if it contains tons of creamer and sugar! I normally grab a soda for my early morning caffeine intake! Even though I don't normally enjoy coffee, I was intrigued to try the new seasonal flavors of in home coffee that Dunkin' Donuts has to offer! Don't Coconut, Strawberry Shortcake and Triple Berry sound good to you?! Even better, Dunkin' Donuts has a great iced coffee recipe that I was able to try along with these great flavors. I was also given some great gifts to give my party goers when they came to my Dunkin' Donuts Party!
I got to invite 7 guests, so I planned my party for Mother's Day and got to work making some yummy snacks to go along with this yummy coffee. My mother-in-law loves coffee and hasn't ever tried these new flavors, so I knew she was the first person that I should invite. My dad loves to drink coffee as well. He likes his black, so I wasn't sure what he'd think of these flavors... My sister is a soda drinker like me, but she loves iced coffees and the occasional cappuccino. I also invited the rest of the family - not sure of everyone's coffee preferences.
Each guest got to take home one flavor of Dunkin' Donuts Seasonal Coffee - I let them each choose their favorite (they were mostly fighting over the coconut). They also received a reusable Dunkin' Donuts bag - great for bringing home groceries, a reusable tumbler with straw - my husband is in love with his, and a coupon and recipe for some iced coffee!
Now, on to the Dunkin' Donuts coffee flavors and what we thought of them! First we all sampled the Dunkin' Donuts Triple Berry flavor. I usually love berry flavored things, so was excited to try this one. Although I am not a coffee drinker normally, I found this flavor nice. It wasn't too overbearing, so a traditional coffee drinker won't be overwhelmed with berry flavor. (It still tastes like coffee) I liked the subtle flavors and wasn't too tempted to cover it up with my normal massive amounts of sugar and creamer. My dad thought it was okay, but I doubt he will be switching from his black coffee any time soon. (Though his favorite is a Dunkin' Donuts brand!) My mother-in-law loved the flavor and declared it her favorite (before tasting the other two!)
The next flavor we tried was Dunkin' Donuts Strawberry Shortcake. I love strawberry shortcake so was excited to see what this one tasted like as well. I loved it! We also went ahead and tried this with an iced coffee recipe and the verdict by all was: DELICIOUS!
Ingredients:
Lastly we tried the Dunkin' Donuts Coconut flavor. I honestly didn't think we'd like this one as much as the other two, but I was wrong! Coconut was everyone's favorite! Even my mother-in-law who earlier declared Triple Berry her favorite. I loved this flavor so much, that I may just switch to drinking coffe instead of my usual soda in the morning!
My in-home Dunkin' Donuts party was a success and everyone had a great time trying out these new flavors. The only problem is that they are in stores for a limited time, so hurry out and pick up one or all of these flavors to try for yourself! These flavors, really got me into the spring/summer mood!
You can purchase these great Dunkin' Donuts Seasonal Flavors: Triple Berry, Strawberry Shortcake, and Coconut at your grocer store for a limited time!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Ingredients:
- 3/4 C of your ground Dunkin’ Donuts Coffee (We used the new Strawberry Shortcake)
- 3 C of Cold Water, Divided
- 1/3 C of Sugar
- 1/2 C of Half-and-half
- Whipped Cream (optional)
Instructions:
- Brew coffee in a coffee maker, use 3/4 cup ground coffee and 1-1/2 cups water.
- Combine hot coffee, sugar and half and half in a pitcher. Stir to dissolve sugar. Blend in 1 1/2 cups cold water.
- Chill until ready to serve.
- Fill tall glass with ice
- Add whipped cream for a tasty dessert-type of treat!
My in-home Dunkin' Donuts party was a success and everyone had a great time trying out these new flavors. The only problem is that they are in stores for a limited time, so hurry out and pick up one or all of these flavors to try for yourself! These flavors, really got me into the spring/summer mood!
BUY IT:
You can purchase these great Dunkin' Donuts Seasonal Flavors: Triple Berry, Strawberry Shortcake, and Coconut at your grocer store for a limited time!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Friday, May 10, 2013
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Koala Kid Review
**This is a Sponsored Post. I was given the product in exchange for this review.
You can purchase Koala Kid at Walmart for only $16.96!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
On April 30, 2013 Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment released a great family movie entitled Koala Kid! I have always wanted to visit Australia and am in love with cute little koala bears, so I loved watching this movie with my kids! Johnny (voiced by Rob Schneider) is a very rare and adorable white koala bear who is mistakenly turned into "Koala Kid" who is a protector of animals. The kids all loved this hilarious and adorable movie! It was a great family movie night pick and I would highly recommend it for a great family flick!
Movie Synopsis:
Journey down under and meet a whole new breed of hero in this laugh-filled, action-packed animated adventure with an all-star voice cast, including Rob Schneider, Tim Curry and Alan Cumming. Johnny (Schneider) is a rare white koala bear who just wants to fit in and make friends. But when a twist of fate mistakenly transforms him into a fearless protector of animals, called “Koala Kid,” Johnny finds himself in over his head on a thrilling trek across the outback. With help from his hilarious new sidekicks, including a crafty Tasmanian devil, a lovable lizard and a boomerang-flinging female koala, Johnny may just outwit a villainous crocodile named Bog (Cumming) and become a true hero after all.
Movie Synopsis:
Journey down under and meet a whole new breed of hero in this laugh-filled, action-packed animated adventure with an all-star voice cast, including Rob Schneider, Tim Curry and Alan Cumming. Johnny (Schneider) is a rare white koala bear who just wants to fit in and make friends. But when a twist of fate mistakenly transforms him into a fearless protector of animals, called “Koala Kid,” Johnny finds himself in over his head on a thrilling trek across the outback. With help from his hilarious new sidekicks, including a crafty Tasmanian devil, a lovable lizard and a boomerang-flinging female koala, Johnny may just outwit a villainous crocodile named Bog (Cumming) and become a true hero after all.
BUY IT:
You can purchase Koala Kid at Walmart for only $16.96!
Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.
Thursday, May 9, 2013
WINNERS!
Best of Warner Brothers 100 Film Collection: #200 Kelly N.
Chick-fil-A Leadercast Prize Pack: #75 Sarah L.
I have emailed the winners and you have 48 hours to respond before I pick a new winner! Thanks to all who entered!
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