Have Fun and Learn with LeapFrog

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Krissyar

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In our house we have always been suckers for LeapFrog products.  My kids love to play (especially on electronics), and I love that they are spending that time learning. I recently got a awesome box of goodies from LeapFrog to review and share with you, and let me tell you – prepare your wallet for some Christmas shopping!!

The first thing my son wanted to rip into was the LeapFrog Word Whammer. The World Whammer is jam on word-building skills in 3 action-packed games that adjust to your child’s skill level.

I really love that the Word Whammer is so easy to use, and it’s something he can grab and go to keep him busy when we are in the car when we have a drive ahead of us (that way I don’t hear the  dreaded “MOM ARE WE THERE YET?! or “Can I play on your phone?” LOL)
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The Word Whammer has three action-packed games, and fiver different learning levels that adapt to the child as they learn (and progress). The kids get to ‘wham’ as they spin, push, and twist to identity letters and build words. Hit the handle  to blast a rocket into letters to spell more than 100 different words!
They can also match upper and lowercase letters by spinning the handle to bump a car into the correct answer – listen for a letter sound and twist the handle fast to spin the teacup into the letter that makes the sound.
It keeps them challenged – and entertained, all while teaching them (and they don’t even realize it) which is amazing in itself!

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The other LeapFrog product I am excited about is the LeapPad Platium. LeapFrog has done it again with even more great features on the new LeapPad. It has a  7-inch high-res multi-touch screen and a faster processor. Over 1,000 games all designed and approved by LeapFrog educators. You can take pictures and videos of friends and family, or even yourself with the front and rear facing camera.

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You can also connect with friends on the peer-to-peer enabled LeapPad and have yourpets play together – you can also unlock more games with bonus LeapFrog Imagicard digital games and the interactive card (more about that below). I love that the LeapPad Platinum now features wifi with a kid-safe web browser that lets kids explore content they love!

The LeapFrog Imagicard is like extra software for the LeapPad Platinum.

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Letter Factory: Step right up to the magical Letter Factory Carnival! Join Tad, Lily and their letter friends in this digital learning game that brings interactive game cards to life onscreen. Explore 4 fun-filled mini-games, then bring coins earned to the Prize Wheel to unlock 14 more attractions. For children ages 4 to 7

TMNT. Mutagen canisters are scattered across New York. Deploy shell-tastic math skills in this digital learning game that brings interactive game cards to life onscreen. Play as Mikey, Leo, Donnie and Raph and unleash each Turtle’s unique ninjutsu abilities to overcome obstacles along the way. Then celebrate with pizza, trivia and fun in the Turtle Lair! For children ages 5 to 8

PawPatrol. Join the PAW Patrol in this digital learning game that brings interactive game cards to life onscreen. Lend a paw for Adventure Bay Appreciation Week, and unleash mathematics and problem-solving skills while playing as six different pups. It will take the right pup with the right skills to help save the day! For children ages 3 to 5.

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Chalkboard S’mores

Posted on September 29, 2015 by Krissyar
INGREDIENTS
Graham cracker squares
Marshmallow Creme
Chocolate bar (I used Hershey)
Powdered sugar
1 T ready to spread frosting (any color)
Pretzel sticks
Wilton white icing gel
Wilton sugared apples
White Mike and Ike candies
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DIRECTIONS
1.   Take a graham cracker square and spread about 1 T of marshmallow creme on it.
2.   Place a piece of chocolate on top covering the entire graham and press down gently to even out the marshmallow.
3.   On a microwave-safe plate, place the chocolate and marshmallow graham cracker in the microwave and heat for 10 seconds.  Do not overheat or the chocolate will begin to melt and lose shape. Let set to cool for at least 10 minutes.
4.   Using a toothpick, carve a Back to School phrase into the chocolate (ABC, Back to School, etc). Be sure to make the ridges fairly deep.
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5.   Sprinkle powdered sugar all over the top of the chocolate smores piece.
6.   With a lightly dampened paper towel, wipe the powdered sugar off the top of the chocolate, leaving the sugar in the carved ridges to resemble a word written in chalk.
7.   Dip a toothpick into ready to spread frosting and use it to glue a pretzel stick to the bottom of the chocolate s’more, resembling the base of a chalkboard. Set aside and let set for at least 5 minutes.
8.   Dip toothpick into ready to spread frosting and spread on back of the Wilton sugar Apple and press onto the chocolate chalkboard. Let set for a minute.
9.   Dip toothpick into ready to spread frosting and spread on the back of a white Ike and Mike candy. Press onto the chocolate chalkboard right above the pretzel stick to resemble a piece of chalk. Let set one minute.
10. ENJOY!!
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Celebrate National Dog Week with Beneful – and Enter to Win

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Beneful Brand Dog Food for IZEA. All opinions are 100% mine.

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Did you know it’s National Dog Week? learn more here.

There’s tons of scientific evidence that having a pet can improve your health. For example, a growing number of studies have suggested that kids growing up in home with furry pets will have less risk of allergies and asthma. Studies have also showed that Alzheimer’s patients have fewer anxious outbursts if there is an animal in the house.Not only is having a pet – especially a dog – help with physical ailments, but good for your mind and soul as well. From relieving stress, and high blood  pressure to battling depression and addiction, a pet can do things for a person that medications can.

So we want to make sure that their bowls are filled with quality, wholesome ingredients that will keep them healthy –  and that they will enjoy.

 

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To celebrate National Dog Week, we are giving our pups something extra special in their meal bowl – since that’s their favorite time of day. Beneful dog food, and Beneful Healthy Smiles dog treats. Beneful is a dog food brand that believes in filling your dog’s bowl with goodness of healthy and the joy of happy. Their dog food is made with good-for-you ingredients including real meat and vitamin-rich veggies, giving your best friend tons of different taste and textures that benefits them inside and out!

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In order  to celebrate National Dog Week (September 20th – 26th) with you and your best friend, Beneful is offering a  Save $3 on Beneful coupon for a 13 lb.  or greater bag!

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To help you and your furry bff celebrate National Dog Week, Beneful is offering All in a Days Work readers a chance to WIN  a gift bag full of Beneful goodies!

       To enter to win: Post a picture of you and  your furry friend  on Twitter or Instagram with the hashtags #NationalDogWeek and #FriendsWithBeneful and leave the link in a comment.
      Winner will be randomly chosen on 10/5. Sorry, limited to U.S. residents only

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Give Mom Peace of Mind with Keera 2 Camera Baby Video Monitor

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post on behalf of Levana. Though I was compensated with product for my time, all opinions are my own.

When I had my first daughter (almost 14 years ago!) Monitors were pretty basic. You had 1 in the babies room, 1 wherever you were. There wasn’t video or a walkie-talkie feature to talk back and forth, or any awesome tech abilities like there are nowadays. In fact I’m pretty sure I spent like 5 years of my life of being a Mom waking up every hour in the night to go check on my kids (admit it, you did it – and maybe still do?? I don’t think I’ve slept through the night in over 14 years!)

So I was told that the Levana Keera would be life changing when it comes to peace of mind while my babies sleep –  and that couldn’t be any more true.

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Keera is Levana’s 3.5” touch panel Pan/Tilt/Zoom video baby monitor. The Keera monitor has the ability to record video and take pictures of your little one while viewing the live performance from your monitor. A powerful battery will last up to 24 hours while you and baby catch up on your extra winks. Touch panel buttons and simple graphic icons make selecting any of the many features easy and intuitive, even if you are distracted. Trust the Keera monitor to shed some light on the freedom that comes from doing more knowing your child is safe. . 

Let me tell you – one of the most awesome features about this monitor is the 2 way talk system. If you have a toddler or preschooler who is also in the room, this saves a lot of heart ache with the back and forth  – or the up and down the stairs if you have a house like mine. The “Mom I need a drink”, or “I heard a noise” can easily be handled through the speaker system.

Another favorite feature of the Keera video monitor is the ability to pan/tilt/ and zoom. You don’t have to worry about keeping your video  camera directly focused on the crib or bed at all times -the touch screen allows you to move the camera to whatever part of the room that you need to check out, easing your mind and allowing you to check up on your little one, even if they are out of bed!

The system is on sale for only $149.99 through the Levana website. This is a great baby shower gift, or even an investment for your children. I can see me using this for awhile – as my child grows out of the crib and into a toddler bed, and then to check on them each morning, or even keep an eye on them while they are playing, or while I’m in the shower.

The video feature is great, not grainy,  and the battery lasting a full 24 hours is a great bonus too! I’d definitely add this  to your baby registry if you are an expectant Mom, or even to  your Christmas list if you have a  little one at home!

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Protect Your Vehicle with the VersaVia Seat Cover

Posted on September 28, 2015 by Krissyar

This is a sponsored post on behalf of VersaVia. Though I was compensated with free  product for my time, all opinions are my own.

As many of you know I recently got a new vehicle – so obviously I am a bit concerned about keeping my new vehicle new for as long as possible…which with kids, well that’s more than just a challenge. Especially with my 7 year old – who likes to snack in the car and then leave his mess behind him. I cannot even begin to tell you how many times I’ve found smushed and smashed up food in my seats! Trust me, it’s not the easiest to clean up either. So when I was offered the chance to review the VersaVia car seat protector, I was ecstatic.

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The VersaVia Back seat cover not only  helps protect your vehicle from your kids mess, but also to avoid seat tears and punctures and scrapes from car seats and other cargo. What I love about the VersaVia is the secure nonslip backing and seat anchors to keep the cover from budging.

The custom material holds dirt and moisture without soaking in (talk about a win!) So if you are transporting dirty wet kids (or pets) you still don’t have to worry about your seats getting wet or muddy.

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The other great thing about the VersaVia is that it fits most vehicles; it has a fitted skirt that wraps all the way around the bottom and sides of the seat. It’s also really easy to clean most messes  clean up with a damp cloth, vacuums easily without having to remove it, but if you need to you can pull it off and throw it right in the wash!

The VersaVia comes with a LIFETIME WARRANTY – if you have any issues, contact them RIGHT AWAY, and they will make it right!

 

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