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November 22, 2013
This individual chapter (students in grades 8-college) includes all three learning modalities, FREE items in the back section, and is part of the international best-seller and worldwide goodwill book, Amazing Grades: 101 Best Ways to Improve Your Grades Faster by Pat Wyman. (Kindle edition is ASIN B00FFJUG8C and the soft cover edition ISBN is 978-1890047009 ) There are 101 authors and experts included in this book, each with innovative learning strategies for all subject areas and life skills every student needs to succeed. This is the only book with visual, auditory and kinesthetic learning style modalities included in the book so your child can master the material in the way that works best for them. It includes the entire front matter section of the full book including the introduction and first chapter by Pat Wyman, this author’s chapter you see above, full Table of Contents included in the whole book so you can select which chapters meet your needs the most. |
Jolly japes and jokes for the festive season! Christmas crackers and hilarious jokes for all the family! Packed with great gags on everything from Father Christmas and his reindeer to festive food and snowmen. Tired of your usual cracker jokes? Then this is the book for you. A great stocking filler with over 180 jokes to give you a very Merry Christmas! |
Christmas was always a special time in the Finny family home despite them living deep under the ocean. But, Christmas is about to go very wrong indeed. Skinny Finny and his twin brother, Tubby wake on Christmas morning to find their parents missing. They set out to find them and to ruin Christmas in the process. Heaven help anyone who gets in their way … Will the world famous MI5 agent, Super Spy Wobblebottom be able to stop Skinny Finny from ruining Christmas for children all around the world? Or, will Skinny Finny and his ingenious inventions win the day? |
(An 1800’s historic fiction for the 8-12 year old reader) The schooner’s captain pulled twelve-year-old Honor Sullivan apart from the other orphans. Captain Klaus claimed he needed a strong lad like Honor for a sister he didn’t even have. But Honor has a sister – two of them. The last he’d seen of their fuzzy red heads was the end of September, 1854, as they headed down the ship’s plank for the Orphan Train, going off to be placed out with a new family. Tricked by the captain, and sailing around Michigan’s Mitt, Honor learns the ropes and duties of a sailor. He passes the time aboard down in the dark hold, listening to Old Salty’s tales of shipwrecks and ghosts. The stories won’t distract him for long, though. As soon as he can, Honor plans to abandon ship and go in search of his sisters. |
Benny Churchill and Bug Beetle are off and running on the last day of school. They are ready for a great summer of fun with the Apple Grove Gang. Instead, they learn a lesson in politics. When the Apple Grove Community Center is closed, the Gang finds out just how hard it is to fight city hall. Finally, when their backs are against the wall, and they find out that there is no exit, the real fun and excitement begin. |
With a death starts a new beginning… Eighteen-year-old Esmerelda thinks she’s just a normal girl, but all of that changes the day of her mom’s funeral, when a warlock, intent on using her special powers, kidnaps her. Powers she didn’t know existed. Thrown in the middle of a magical battle, Es struggles to learn her magic while fleeing both vampires and warlocks, at the same time, hunting for the witches that can help defeat her adversary. The only problem is that they are dead. Thankfully, she has the help of Jarak—her Guardian—who quickly captures her heart, but she wonders if she can win his? Just when she thinks Jarak is the one for her, Ian appears with daggers drawn to save Es from a vampire attack. Ian is cocky and rude, but there is something magnetic about him—something that attracts her to him. With her heart torn between two men, she faces the foes that are out for her blood. |
November 15, 2013
“Bound Together by Beetles” is the first book in the “Domino Park Comics” series, written and illustrated by DeeDee Andrews. They are Kindle e-books. “Domino Park Comics” are written in comic strip style, and every page is in full color. “Domino Park Comics” are based on the grade school curriculum, but they are fun for all ages. Sorry kids, they are slightly educational. Let’s hope you don’t notice! |
Bailey, a Golden Retriever, gets lost in the forest. An unexpected animal comes to the rescue. A wolf! Follow Bailey and the wolf as they travel back to Bailey’s family. |
Madame Charmaine chronicles the adventure one summer of four close friends, three boys and a girl, all 12 years old, who discover a locked “treasure chest” half buried in the sandy shore of the Missouri River following a spring flood. As they play detective and try to find out who buried the chest and what its strange content means, they meet up with a tall, mysterious woman in a turban and soon find out that they are playing a dangerous game, one that threatens to bury them alive in a grave of their own digging. |
Ever Want To Meet A Fox? Here´s Your Chance! Read Along As This Little Red Fox Tells You All About Himself and His Family… Children’s author Jan Marie Mueller presents the sixth volume of her Nature´s Amazing! Series: Fox: A Picture Book For Kids To Learn Fun Facts About Red Foxes. |
” Knowledge is a familiarity with someone or something, which can include facts, information, descriptions, or skills acquired through experience or education ” …. Wikipedia. As parents we want the best for our children. This book is about acquiring knowledge. We wrote this book in a very unique, fun and interesting way in order to enable you, as a parent, to read, learn and explain these new facts to your children. It took us a long time and a lot of effort to investigate, discover and bring you the most interesting and amazing facts. Each book includes a different number which is associated with facts that contain this number, as we said before, it is unique. |
With this first adventure of Mo the whale and Rick the crab, child readers learn the numbers with a little help of several funny sea friends. And it includes funny little games to test your knowledge! This is the first of an upcoming series of ebooks based on these characters. An illustrated ebook written and drawn by Alfons Freire and published by TopTapTip.com. A KF8 ebook optimized to Kindle Fire and Kindle Paperwhite. |
Brayden Rider has no idea what the future has in store for him. Only ten years old, Brayden’s life promises to be one of endless toil and hardship in a small medieval village. All that changes when a young knight arrives with a cryptic letter. For Brayden’s father is no ordinary man, he is the treasure master of the Templars, and there are those who will stop at nothing to gain the secrets he possesses. From the mysteries of the castle to the spectacle of the joust, Brayden is drawn into a world where he makes new friends while experiencing adventure and danger the likes of which he could never have imagined, all while starting down the road to his destiny. |
Strange things are occurring in the neighbouhood. A mysterious snowfall, one Santa too many, and eyes of coal that watch you wherever you go. |
November 1, 2013
This book of has fun rhymes and colorful pictures will help you teach your child about gratitude. Imagine being able to teach your child to feel blessed about the simple things in life. Studies have shown that there is a strong connection between gratitude and a child’s attitude and happiness in life, both as a child and in their adult life. |
A children’s illustrated rhyming story about the fantastic mutual relationship between two species, the fig wasp and the fig tree, and how they are entirely dependent on each other – obligate mutialism The book includes two additional rhyming stories for a bit of fun; Why insects are small – a rhyming story about a bagworm explaining to a beetle, why insects don’t grow to be really big. |
The year is 0011 .NE, and mankind is under attack. Hostile forces from other worlds have come to Earth, their motivations a mystery, their objectives unknown. In the face of the alien threat, a global military called the Earth Defense Network–EDEN–was created. |
After a tantrum, Emily Preston is shipped from her plantation home to her inn-keeping uncle in Detroit. There Emily meets Malachi, son of freed slaves, who challenges many ideas she grew up believing. But when Emily stumbles upon two runaways hidden in her uncle’s barn, she finds that old ways die hard. And Mr. Burrows, the charming Southern slave catcher, is only yards away, lodged in the hotel. |
Sibyl is a beautiful young servant girl struggling to survive with what is left of her war torn and broken family. She grieves for her lost father and worries about survival during the upcoming winter. Can she piece the life that she knew before the war back together? Or is she forced to live with this new, shattered life, hunger and sadness looming close? Additionally, she suddenly finds the attention of her lord’s son becoming both uncomfortable and a little exciting. This shift in their friendship adds to the uncertainty in her unstable world. Will she lose her childhood friend altogether? |
Antigone Princess of the Nature Benders is the story of a young woman, Antigone. She’s a princess who had been left orphaned on Earth as a child. After many years of being buried in her conscience, the memory of who she is and her life’s purpose resurfaces. The realization that she must claim her throne on another world startles her. At the same time, her emotions are unexpectedly awakened by Roland. He’s a man who first saves Antigone’s life and then is drawn into her plan of action. Together they embark on a journey across space, return to her planet to achieve her birthright and restore peace to a world whose nature had been corrupted by her cruel uncle. It is Antigone’s story of the rediscovery of herself and her world. |
A young girl knows that something is missing from her life. On her journey to the truth, she rides a dragon, confronts a Wizard and sheds some tears. This is a beautiful story about building self-esteem. It’s one your children will enjoy again and again. Curiosity may have killed that feline fur ball, but she or him learned a lot before exiting number nine. I too have been curious, wondering why we, I or they acted this way, looked or did it that way or were otherwise human. But curiosity is such a casual word, and the truth is my desire to know was almost desperate. There were times in life that I felt angry when there was no one around, unhappy when life was just fine, times I had trouble with relationships for seemingly no reason, times I felt sad when…well, you get the idea. |
Chemical warfare has obliterated most of the world, including America, and the survivors have turned into feral beasts, save one colony, Antius, the last remnant of civilization. Seventeen-year-old Cori (aka Citizen 1206) only longs for wide open spaces and freedom. But Antius has no use for such things, just mindless drones to serve in a place with walls, fences, and laws. A lot of laws, which Cori constantly breaks. So she’s spent years plotting her escape, which is the only thing that will save her from the colony’s deranged leader, Nathan. She isn’t looking to be a hero, and she certainly isn’t looking to fall in love, but she just might do both. |
November 1, 2013
Bedtime reading for children. |
A delightfully illustrated emergent reader book for the horse loving child and family. |
A young boy travels to the undersea world of Atlantis. He becomes a hero to the mermaids and mermen of the kingdom by saving them in various adventures. Ages 7-12 |
Meet Harold the dachshund, the really long dog with a very big heart. In this lovable dog book for kids, author Janice Witt introduces us to her best friend Harold when he was only a few weeks old. This is the perfect bedtime story book for young children ages 3-5 and a great reader for kids ages 6-8. Complete with fun illustrations and a FREE audio download where you can listen to the author narrate the story. Dog books for children of all ages, or any books about dogs for that matter, are generally a great way to introduce kids to the world dog ownership, dog training, and a general love for dogs (the most popular pet). |
It’s almost Halloween and cat detectives Yoshi and Gatsby are up to their collars in mystery in this humorous whodunnit for pet lovers. When Gatsby and Yoshi decide to help a pretty young cat find her missing brother, what starts as a routine missing pet investigation soon pits them against both a gang of vicious criminal pit bulls as well as the neighborhood dog police, who are looking into rumors of dogfights. While Gatsby’s up to his whiskers in danger and romance, Yoshi’s putting together the pieces of a puzzle that could rock their community. Can the boys find a missing cat and shut down a dogfighting operation while staying two steps ahead of the local dog police? It’s all in a night’s work for the Petectives! |
“Dolphins! A Kids Book About Dolphins – Fun Facts & Amazing Pictures About Bottlenose Dolphin, Killer Whale & More” is a non-fiction journey that looks at the wonderful world of dolphins. This book is filled with captivating photos and simple blocks of text that will make learning fun for your child. |
A modern story, for modern girls: |
In this insightful children’s picture book, you will meet Amanda, a beautiful young girl who had a lot to learn about hard work and how to make her dreams a reality. Who is Amanda? What does she learn about herself? And what does a chess championship have to do with it? You will find out when you read this beautifully illustrated picture book. Join Amanda to her wonderful journey, and learn with her how to find your goal and make it come true. You will watch her face challenges but never give up along her path to achieving her goal. |
October 25, 2013
Bo and Rico are two puppies who meet at a pet store. The puppies are dognapped from the pet store by two goons. Realizing they are in danger, Bo and Rico must work together to escape the dognappers. After their escape, Bo and Rico find themselves scared and alone on the mean city streets. They are rescued by a streetwise stray named Tank. Tank takes the puppies under his wing and teaches them how to survive on the streets. Bo and Rico embark on several adventures including avoiding the local Animal Control officer, Jimmy; several run-ins with a pack of dogs led by a stray named Mongrel; and rescuing a beautiful lost Poodle named Pearl. Through it all, Bo and Rico form an incredible friendship that will last a lifetime. |
17 year-old Boston high-schooler Arriane, aka Ryan, DuLac just found out the guy she’s been crushing on, hot biker Matt, is a little older than he was letting on. In fact, he is really Merlin—the Merlin, King Arthur’s Merlin, the greatest wizard who ever lived. Frozen in a cave for over fifteen hundred years, he’s woken for a purpose. But Ryan’s not impressed. Tired of being a relationship loser, she’d rather kick his legendary behind. |
“You are here. Good. You have work to do,” said the Cheshire Cat. The Adventures of Jack and Max early reader picture books are great as read alouds and for new readers. Your little one will grow along with pre-schooler Jack and his dog Max, while building reading skills through fun rhyme and repetition. Jack and Max are great pals and want to be your child’s friends, too! Join their adventures as they explore the world around them. |
For all his teenage years, he’s predicted the world would end by zombie apocalypse. For all her teenage years, she’s prayed her world would just end. When rotters roam freely, how will they cope? Is survival even an option? |
Have you ever had the feeling your mother is hiding something? And she is keeping some big secret from you? |
The magic of children’s Halloween comes to life with witches, lanterns, broomsticks & spells in Loss De Plott & The Colour Blue. An extraordinary blend of images and words that will dazzle readers young and old from the very first page as Loss embarks on her second adventure with the magical Book of Dreams. Meet a blue eyed witch and dancing skeleton, a boy made of straw and many more as Loss learns that promises made must never be broken. |
When a crazy critter gets attacked by a cat, guess who’s there to save it? Seems like it’ll be easy to let this one free, but sometimes life gets complicated. You’ll have to read to find out why Samantha Plays Possum. Samantha Plays Possum is a children’s Also included at the end of the book are Opossum Fun Facts and a Quiz to help further your child’s reading enjoyment. |
Tommy’s 5th grade class has a problem. Someone in Tommy’s class is telling secrets to the teacher for favors. Tommy and his friends (or are they?) don’t know who to trust. Tommy and his friends embark on a grand adventure to discover and reveal the mole in their class. |
October 18, 2013
As soon as you open the pages you will fall into the rhythm of siblings that fight and disagree about everything. These sisters yell, pinch, fight, and kick. When the mother sees how her little girls are not getting along she becomes extremely distressed. She teaches her girls how to use “I messages” and at once the sisters learn that there are other ways to resolve their problems. Now everyone gets along and your children can too! |
Jane Has a Halloween Dream is a fun journey into counting for your beginning listeners and learners. This book is filled with all things Halloween, with ghouls and monsters galore. Your child will get a giggle with Jane’s Halloween dream while learning to count to ten. The story takes your child into a haunted house where our fun monsters are having a party. As the guests arrive they will count up to nine, as the monsters leave your child will experience counting backwards. This book would make a sweet addition to any child’s library and a great way to have fun this Halloween season, and beyond. |
“You are here. Good. You have work to do,” said the Cheshire Cat. Thus begins the adventures of siblings DJ and Isabelle in The Storyworlds. Having unwittingly released a dangerous creature known as an imp, the kids chase after it into “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” to prevent it from erasing the book from existence. As they stay one step ahead of Alice on her journey through Wonderland, Isabelle and DJ must fix the damage the imp is doing and ultimately capture it to ensure that the story unfolds as Lewis Carroll wrote it. Along the way, they encounter wonderful characters from a classic story, fill some holes in the original tale (Why is there a giant puppy in chapter four of “Alice?”), and, of course, have some fun. |
Living in their old boat ‘The Griffin’ four friends become the unlikely heroes at the end of time when a burglary sets them on the path to finish the ‘Last great Spell’ – a spell to stop the balance of the World tipping into Chaos… Pursued by magic, demons and ‘The Hawk,’ an evil hunter of men, the boys are in a race against time to find three crystal skulls while all the forces of Chaos try to stop them! |
Magical Roads shows that no matter where you are, teenagers deal with the same problems. This collection of short stories deals with topics like belonging, love, identity and hiding secrets from your parents. In Growing Up Jaden is breaking with the life he is leading as he prepares to leave to the high school of his own choice. The four stories are between flash fiction and regular short stories in length, great for quick reads when time is sparse. Total length of the book is about 6000 words. |
This is the first of two stories about Kathy, fully illustratred in color by the author. Kathy explains to us her true and deep understanding of something her mother does not know; how the real world works. Kathy reasons out an explaination for the shenanigans going on at her house which is; mothers all over the neighborhood invite creatures into their homes, her mother being no exception, and those creatures are responsible for removing most all of the frosting from Dad’s big birthday cake, NOT KATHY. |
Peter Brantwill is shy. Very shy. He’s the quietest fifth-grader at Birch Ridge Elementary School. Peter just blends into the crowd, never does anything to draw attention. Attention is the last thing he wants. But when his father becomes the principal of his school, Peter’s whole world is suddenly turned upside down. Students tease him. Kids he doesn’t know stare at him in the hallways. Teachers treat him differently. And then there’s Darren Kalder, the troublemaker who torments Peter. Things turn even worse when Peter and Darren are paired up for a homework assignment—they must prepare a fictitious petition. They decide on a petition to reinstate recess at their school. And what starts out as a simple homework assignment turns into much more when their classmates ask to sign the petition. It’s up to Peter and Darren to follow through and present the petition to the school committee. But this involves speaking at a televised public meeting. And when Darren backs out at the last minute, Peter must decide whether to back out…or make a bold move that will forever change him. |
This fun children’s picture book is about a boy with red hair and freckles named Terry, yet everybody calls him Terry Treetop because he loves climbing trees. Terry finds a small egg, and his quest is to bring it back home to its mom. But where is the egg’s home? Does the egg belong to a turtle on the sand or a crocodile’s spring water? Did it come from a frog in a pond or a chicken in the wild? |
October 11, 2013
A lonely farm in the Hampshire hills is the only home Peter has ever known. Twelve years before, farmer Daniel found a babe in a basket on his doorstep. Someday, when Peter has laid old Daniel’s bones to rest, he will go in search of his real family. Peter will search every village in England and inquire at every household until he learns the truth of how he came to be in that basket. |
JJ loves to imagine new worlds where anything is possible. In this book, we see the world he creates using his imagination as he plays the ‘What If’ game with his mom. A world where superheroes are real. Not only are superheroes real, but everyone has the potential within themselves to become a superheroes if they believe in themselves and their unique gifts. A group of young superheroes band together to form the Warriors of Truth and are in a race to help others see their potential before the Band of Bullies can get to them first and convince them that they are unworthy. This book finds Caitlyn who is sensitive to others feelings and loves animals. Will the Warriors of Truth convince her of how special she is or will the Band of Bullies get to her first? |
Sharks: King Of The Ocean. A non-fiction book for young children and people of all ages that want find out more interesting things about the Shark. Read about Sharks Body Build and Movement and how the Sharks Live, Breathe, Digest and Stay Afloat. |
Dan Kelly has given up on life. He has chosen to stop paying the bills in exchange for drinking a lot of booze. Dan finds himself down and out in the streets of Manhattan. |
Many children suffer from lack of self-confidence, self-doubt and low self-esteem. |
Adam and Alec look like identical twins, but their personalities are as different as possible. Adam is gentle and kind, whereas Alec is the essence of nightmares. Always jealous of his twin, Alec does everything he can to destroy his brother’s happiness, including kidnapping Adam’s fiancée on their wedding day and disappearing with her deep into the Canadian mountains. Adam searches for them for months, but he never finds them. Just when Adam is at his most grief-stricken point, a stranger appears and offers him a chance for a new life in a land filled with magic, gems, and powers unimaginable; a world mysteriously led by a special tribe of children who have hidden themselves away from a great evil that is seeking to destroy them. Adam takes the chance and goes with the stranger, but his past is never far from his mind. |
This is a gripping true story of a Texas cattle dog who captures the minds and hearts of the world as he evolves from an unleashed dervish to the most highly responsive, intuitive dog on the rodeo and media circuit. From Oprah to Letterman to Leno, Skidboot parades his startling skills to fans worldwide. From his birth in a barn to riding herd over thousands of admiring fans, Skidboot learns from his cowboy owner, David Hartwig, how to encourage the sick, shock rodeo fans, surprise TV audiences and turn the financial tide. The story of Skidboot is an all-American telling—from underdog to top dog. A true canine Einstein, a new Lassie—written by acclaimed author Cathy Luchetti, this is a story for our times! |
Do you try to make friendship bracelets, but keep getting tied up in knots? This book makes it so easy, even your dog can do it…OK, well maybe not quite that easy, but…easy enough for you to have some good-looking wrist-candy when you show up for school Monday morning….easy enough for the author to guarantee success, or your money back….easy enough for you to get a cool friendship bracelet in the mail from the author.Crystal-clear – and sometimes hilarious – instructions will keep you smiling while you learn, and before you know it, all your friends will want to learn the secret of how you got so good at making friendship bracelets.This book is geared toward beginners or those who wish to have a clear guide for teaching beginners. Recommended for ages 10+, possibly younger with guidance. Beware, Mom, you might find yourself sucked into the friendship-bracelet vortex; it’s THAT addictive… |
October 4, 2013
A young boy spends his morning in his father’s study, finding clues that help him to learn more about all the great things his father can do. But when his Dad tells him what he really does with all those things, the young boy feels more proud of his Dad than ever. |
Math Games For Kids: Adding With Two – An Interactive Book This fun math game for kids book will help your child to learn to add with two! The book is interactive and comes with two sections. – First there is the flash card section where the questions appear in order from zero to ten followed by… Your child will select one of the three answers available underneath the question and tap or ‘clicks’ on it. When they do this, they will be transported to another area of the book where they will discover whether the answer they selected is correct or incorrect. If the answer they selected is correct, they will get a smiley face and if the answer they selected is incorrect, they will get a frowny face. |
All three of the first Doggie Woggie Doodle Books in one volume! Enjoy each story as we follow Tinker Toodle and Doggie Woggie Doodle on their adventures into the world of Puppies! A rhyming book with beautifully illustrated pictures in each story. In this volume you get Doggie Woggie Doodle and Tinker Toodle, |
Adventure, magic and romance The Viking king is killed and his widow is called to suggest to the council a worthy successor, able to win the raging war. Torn between her feelings and her duty to choose the best for her people, she decides to seek the divine guidance and goes to see the rune caster. But the message of the Gods is weird beyond belief: it says that the only person who can win the war is but a boy, the youngest of her twin sons, Hrafn. The rune caster’s predictions have never failed yet, and suddenly the queen has another problem to worry about – the second part of the prophecy promises the boy something much more dreadful than death on the battle field… |
Oh, no! Ben the Banana discovers that the mayor of Bananaville has an evil plan to build the world’s biggest banana peel wheel, which could cause all sorts of bad situations. How will Ben stop his old friend the mayor, who has now turned bad? How will he save Bananaville this time? This story is a real cliffhanger! |
If your teen loves thrillers, this is a great book for them and the perfect season to enjoy a suspenseful read. “Joined by Friendship. Separated by Murder!” A bachelor party attended by five young men, lifelong friends, turns from harmless fun to horror with the death of a beautiful young stripper. Now, filled with terror and guilt, the members of “The Hunting Club” are hunting each other. By the author of The God Machine, Gospel Truths and The Wave. Scott Turow, author of Presumed Innocent and Ordinary Heroes, called The Wall Street Murder Club, “A gripping story, well-told . . . not only a tale of murder and betrayal, but an intelligent exploration of issues of male identity.” Kirkus Reviews termed the book, “A Big Apple Deliverance, endowing New York culture with all the corrosively dehumanizing power of Dickey’s wild nature . . . Slickly entertaining right down to the last, inevitable twist. (Film rights to Warner Brothers—and there’s no mystery why.)” And Booklist said, “(Sandom) writes with stunning elegance and nearly poetic beauty . . . A sure hit with any suspense reader.” |
In the year 2074, lived an ordinary 11 year old girl by the name of Rossetta Sparks. She lives in Miami, Florida. She is a single child and lives in an ultra-modern house with three floors. Her parents, Mrs. and Mr. Sparks, are rich and very educated. In the beginning of this book, she lives an ordinary life like any other girl, but then she discovers something unlike no other. |
Cassi wants to enter the Caribbean Conch Contest but she’s not sure she has what it takes. She’s a little conch who wants to win, but needs something to help her stand out from a sea of contestants. This colorful book encourages children to celebrate the things that make them unique and to cheer each other on. |
September 27, 2013
Have you ever wondered where Vegetables came from? Ed the dragon knows, and he can’t wait to tell the amazing story. Follow the adventure as Ed and his sister, Squish, travel over vast distances to find their treasure. This book is a fun and engaging way to teach children about veggies and healthy eating. Children will enjoy the colorful illustrations, and parents will approve of the positive message. |
Rolfs, professional educator, family counselor and author covers the emotional and spiritual components of attention deficit disorder. This diagnosis can be overwhelming for children and their entire families. Medication is only a small part of the solution. Hey, I’ve Got AD(H)D proposes practical, specific changes in attitude and behavior management normally not addressed. It’s written from the point of view of the child. |
Samantha has started a new school. Her teacher decides that he wants to throw a party to officially welcome her to the school, and he asks for a group to help him put it together. While planning the party, they face a series of issues that can only be resolved through math, such as figuring out how to set up the tables, how much food they need to provide, and how much money it will cost. |
Max’s Magical Sea Adventure is a perfect bedtime story. Join Max and his friends on a rhyming adventure deep under the ocean, searching for treasure. The gang must overcome spider crabs, electric eels and more on their adventure. The treasure chest lies in a shipwreck and is guarded by scary sharks! Can Max and his crew distract the sharks and escape with the gold?! They receive a helping hand along the way from a friendly dolphin and Willie the whale! |
 The Chipmunk Who Wanted to Be a BearThe fifth book in the best selling Wants To Be series, The Chipmunk Who Wanted To Be A Bear is a fully-illustrated children’s picture book about overcoming fears with hard work, perseverance and friendship. Chipmunk is so afraid of things that he hates to leave his tree house! When he notices a grizzly bear who doesn’t seem scared of anything, Chipmunk gets an idea that shows him to be braver than he thinks. This is not a typical “Be content with who you are” book, but rather “Working hard toward a goal changes you into something more.” Which is why in the end (don’t spoil the surprise for your child!) after working hard to become a grizzly bear, and conquering his fears in the process, Chipmunk turns into CHIZZLY! A metaphorical example of how we all change after accomplishing hard things. |
 Modern HomeschoolingHomeschooling today allows for children to not only reach levels that their traditionally schooled counterparts are reaching, but to exceed them, all while enjoying more family time and a lifestyle enriched with opportunities that previous generations could only dream about. The new face of homeschooling offers travel, sports, and the ability to take your passions to the next level. If you think homeschooling means pouring over books at the kitchen table you are in for a surprise! |
Follow along with Monster Red when he discovers opposites. Old and new, long and short, hot and cold is just a few of all the opposites he finds. This book is an entertaining little e-book that introduces some of the most common opposites with charming illustrations. It’s fun, quick and easy to read. Suitable for children age 1 to 4. |
 Adventures of Tommy SmurleeFun mystery fantasy for boys & girls ages 9 & up. Award-winning author Judith Rolfs youth novel, Adventures of Tommy Smurlee, the first of the Tommy Smurlee Adventure Series, was acclaimed by Libraries Newsletter as a must read. Judith Rolfs, a professional marriage and family counselor by day and author by night writes books for children to enhance their lives. |
September 20, 2013
 RipplerWhen Samantha Ruiz turns invisible in front of team mates on a rafting trip, she knows something’s wrong with her. According to her knowledgeable friend Will, she’s got a rare genetic disorder. Fearing a lifetime sentence as a lab-rat, Sam wants to keep her ability secret. But she also wants to know if there’s a connection between dark Nazi experiments on others like her and her own mother’s death eight years earlier. At the same time that Sam is sleuthing, she’s falling hard for Will. And soon, she’ll have to choose between keeping her secrets hidden and keeping Will safe. |
 Cassidy Jones and the Secret FormulaOne Girl. One Accident. One Incredible Superhero. Cassidy Jones is your typical fourteen-year-old– that is, until a seemingly harmless accident in the laboratory of a world-renowned geneticist turns her world upside down. Discovering incredible strength, speed, and enhanced physical senses that defy logic, Cassidy embarks on an action-packed adventure that has her fighting for answers…and for her very life. Targeted Age Group: 12 years and up |
 The Rescue TeamEllie is shocked and confused when her owners leave her at the animal shelter. Feeling abandoned and unloved, Ellie spends her days staring vacantly through the gate of her pen. Ellie’s life changes when she is finally adopted by a compassionate woman named Anne. Ellie and Anne form an unbreakable bond of love and friendship. A thunderstorm drives Toby, a young frightened kitten, to Anne’s porch. Anne and Ellie immediately welcome him into their family. One night, they hear an emergency broadcast announcement that a little girl is missing in the woods near their home. Anne, Ellie, and Toby join in the search to find her, and an incredible rescue team is formed. The team will be called upon again when a tornado tears through their town. Will they find any survivors? |
 The Alligator Who Wanted To Be A DogAlligator’s sharp-toothed smiles scares away all the other animals, and he wants a friend. Since dogs are friends with everyone, he decides that he needs to become a dog. Under the advice of a dog, Alligator attempts to sleep on a bed, pant with his tongue, and ride in the back of a truck with his head in the wind (all difficult to accomplish if you’re an alligator). Not the typical “Be content with who you are,” this book is rather, “Accomplishing tough goals transforms you into more than you were.” This is a fully-illustrated children’s picture e-book about hard work, perseverance and friendship, with a large dollop of silliness that sends kids ages 2-9 into giggles. Targeted Age Group: Children ages 3-9 |
 Even Kids Can Make MoneySTART EARLY on the road to success! With over 35 different unique ways of making money, even children as young as 10 can earn an income and grow a business. The book outlines a description of a product or service a young person can provide, the start up costs, resources and/or equipment needed, market research and a marketing plan to get and keep customers. Success at a young age increases the chances of success as you grow older. This indispensable resource will give your child ideas, resources and an outline of how to start their own business. Targeted Age Group: 12-17 years |
 Cedric The Shark Has His First Day At SchoolMeet Cedric, a little boy shark who is worried about his first day at school and anxious that Mummy won’t be there to help him out. Mummy tells Cedric that his friends will be going to school too and that there will be so many exciting things to learn. Learn about Cedric’s exciting trip to school, the fun he had there and what he had for lunch. An educational message within the magical story world of cartoon friends and their adventures while growing up. A favourite Bedtime Story for children and adults alike. Suited to ages 3-6 years old but will often remain a favorite once children start reading for themselves. Targeted Age Group: 3-6 years old |
 The Ugly Stepsister Strikes BackEveryone knows how all those fairy tales go. The princess gets beautiful, nabs her prince, falls instantly in love, lives happily ever after and leaves her evil stepsisters in the dust. But what happens when you’re the ugly stepsister and your obnoxiously perfect—read pretty, smart, and, worst of all, sickeningly nice—stepsister is dating the charming, tall, devastatingly handsome guy you’ve had a thing for since you were nine years old? Quirky, artistic and snarky Mattie Lowe does not lead a charmed life. Her mother is constantly belittling her on Skype. Mercedes, the school mean girl, has made it her personal mission to torment Mattie. But worst of all? Her stepsister Ella is the most beautiful, popular girl in school and is dating Mattie’s secret longtime crush, Jake Kingston. |
 The Buttersmiths’ GoldBATTLES. BLUEBERRIES. BOVINES. TORBJORN AND STORFJELL’S HISTORY UNFOLDS IN AN EPIC EVERTASTER NOVELLA. Everyone knows the most coveted treasure of the Viking Age was blueberry muffins. Blueberry muffins so succulent that if you sniffed just a whiff, you’d want a whole bite. If you bit a bite, you’d want a batch; if you snatched a batch, you’d stop at nothing short of going to war just to claim them all. |
September 13, 2013
Prepare for a ghostly Halloween with this spooky rhyming children’s picture book. |
FREE Guide – Six Steps to Conquer the Chaos. How to organize and motivate students for success from StudySkills.com. |
FREE Hands-On Equations Webinar demystifying algebra and making it child’s play. |
 FREE PrintablesGet access to thousands of free printable worksheets, lesson plans, crafts, coloring pages, cards and more by visiting Free Printable Online today!” |
Rafe Khatchadorian has enough problems at home without throwing his first year of middle school into the mix. Luckily, he’s got an ace plan for the best year ever, if only he can pull it off: With his best friend Leonardo the Silent awarding him points, Rafe tries to break every rule in his school’s oppressive Code of Conduct. Chewing gum in class-5,000 points! Running in the hallway-10,000 points! Pulling the fire alarm-50,000 points! But when Rafe’s game starts to catch up with him, he’ll have to decide if winning is all that matters, or if he’s finally ready to face the rules, bullies, and truths he’s been avoiding. Blockbuster author James Patterson delivers a genuinely hilarious-and surprisingly poignant-story of a wildly imaginative, one-of-kind kid that you won’t soon forget. |
| FREE eBook – Fairy Tales Every Child Should Know Share the gift of books with your child and explore far away and mystic lands with this FREE eBook. |
Teach your children to ‘Be Green’ with this coloring page from Annie’s Homegrown. |
FREE interview with Abby Marks Beale, America’s #1 Speed Reading Expert. Learn more about speed reading the become the best reader you can be. |
September 6, 2013
With loads of FREE Printables on the web and social media sites, we’ve rounded up some of our favorites
for this week’s Friday Freebies in an effort to help your family make a smooth Back To School transition.
From Fun and foldable treat boxes to arts and crafts and organizational checklists this list is sure to be a hit with kids and parents alike.
FREE Printable Sewing Card Activity Teach your child beginning sewing techniques with this FREE printable Sewing Card Activity. |
Now that your kids are back in school, surprise them with a special treat holder. Download your FREE Strawberry Treat Box template today! |
Now that your kids are back in school, add a festive touch to their book covers this year with these FREE Book Labels. |
Keep your kids organized and on task while teaching them about tracking their daily “To-Dos” with these colorful FREE Kid’s Daily Routine Checklists – Two Options (Pink + Green or Blue + Orange). |
 FREE “Learn About Emotions” Printable CraftLearn about emotions with this DIY toy with changing faces, made with cardboard and a few fasteners. You can create hundreds of facial expressions! |
Make homework time a happy and engaging time this year with these helpful hints for parents, teachers and students. |
Choose from Preschool through Grade 5 and enjoy a FREE downloadable workbook so your child can practice basic skills at home or on the go. |
Sunday, September 8th is National Grandparents day. Help your children celebrate their grandparents with this festive coloring printables. |
August 30, 2013
It is a known fact that kids love finger foods and small things they can eat in one bite. Put something on a stick and it is even better. Put these ideas to work and you will create some great easy kids meals that will have your kids excited for mealtime. |
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Cat is adorable, fun, and a great teacher of reading! Meet cat. Cat sits, runs, and plays. But at the end of the day, cat can sure use a nap. This Level 1 reader is a compilation of three short and simple stories all about the same cute cat. With repetition, rhyme, and illustrations that perfectly match the text, this book is geared to the very earliest readers. |
This Jokes for Kids Book offers 299 of the funniest jokes ever. Kid tested, Kid approved! These jokes are great to tell over and over and will have you rolling in laughter and impressing your toughest friends! Perfect for children ages 9 to 12. |
This book depicts the wonder of the world of volcanoes in all their fiery glory. Children are given a well-rounded education of this amazing natural happenings. The following topics are featured: * What is a Volcano? |
Discover one hundred fun activities and tips to help children become enthusiastic readers, in this brand-new guide from I Can Read! These tips cover the essentials of learning to read—from making the connection between letters and sounds to understanding key plot points. Specifically designed to engage children and reinforce the Common Core Standards for Reading, I Can Read: 100 Tips for Beginning Readers shows how to make reading a positive, joyful experience for parents, teachers, and children. |
Edutopia is thrilled to share with you our classroom resource guide highlighting solutions for connecting home and school in order to improve student learning and success. Whether you’re a teacher, parent, or district administrator, this guide provides you with relevant and valuable tools and resources for how best to strengthen the bonds between schools, families, and communities for student learning and success. |
A Parents’ Guide to Facebook (PDF)! It’s designed to help you understand what Facebook is and how to use it safely. With it, you will be better informed and able to communicate with young Facebook users in your life more effectively. |
A voyage for buried treasure spells trouble for cabin boy Jim Hawkins, who finds himself in the middle of a mutiny with some of the nastiest pirates to ever sail the seven seas. |
August 23, 2013
Learn step-by-step how Hershey’s Chocolate is made. |
Bernie the Bunny (the Annie’s mascot) loves to hang out in the garden. CLICK HERE to download a FREE Gardening Activity Guide! |
In this classic tale of a much loved toy, Margery Williams explains the magic behind toys and how they become real. Note: The Velveteen Rabbit is an open source book, that is, it is available in the public domain due to an expired (or unregistered) copyright. Although we don’t normally publish public domain books, this book is considered worthy of an exception. CLICK HERE to download. |
The Mr. Food Test Kitchen Team is here to make the busy back-to-school time easier with our very best kid-approved recipes for breakfasts, snacks, weeknight dinners, and desserts. The ABC’s of Back-to-School: 26 Kid-Friendly Recipes from Mr. Food Free eCookbook features tasty breakfast recipes, healthy after-school snacks, fast family dinner options and extra-fun treats. Our kid-friendly recipes are easy as A, B, C — read along for great meal ideas that are sure to make the grade! CLICK HERE to download |
Free to the entire K-12 community, this programming uses the allure of Arctic dogsled expeditions and Arctic research as the vehicle through which K-12 teachers and students gain an understanding of natural and social sciences while they experience the cultures of the Arctic. Since 2000, these adventurous learning expeditions have circumnavigated the Arctic to observe, experience, and document traditional ecological knowledge and collect previously unknown in-situ environmental realities–while collaborating with K-12 students and teachers in state-of-the-art online learning environments. Standards-aligned curricula are also available. |
Give your immune system a boost with this fizzy drink. A little bit sweet a little bit tart and packed with loads of vitamins and minerals to keep you on you’re a-game! CLICK HERE for your FREE sample. |
Once you try your Fit Crunch free sample, you’ll never go back to the sometimes brittle, sometimes gooey, sometimes overly chewy consistency of the old standard bars. With Fit Crunch, you get all the flavor, the cookie/cake consistency and the food fuel to power through your next workout. CLICK HERE for your FREE sample. |
CLICK HERE for your FREE sample. Of Killer Queen by Katy Perry an intoxicating and charmingly playful floriental fragrance with luscious notes fit for royalty. |
August 16, 2013
It’s Back To School season and time to boost your brain power and rev-up your metabolism. This week’s freebies are all about exciting ways to engage your child’s brain and body. Find Free educational apps, healthy eating resources and vitamin samples to start this school year off on the right foot!
National Parks by National Geographic lets you explore U.S. national parks easily on iPhone and iPad. Get National Geographic editor’s recommendations on park must-dos, get photo tips from renowned National Geographic photographers, check out stunning national park photos, discover park secrets and more with this app. Click Here for your free download. |
NASA’s Earth Now is an application that visualizes recent global climate data from Earth Science satellites. Data sets are visually described using “false color” maps. Color-coded legends are provided to indicate relative strength or weakness of an environmental condition. The resulting 3D model of the Earth may be rotated by a single finger stroke, and may also be zoomed in or out by pinching 2 fingers. It was developed by the Earth Science Communications and Visualization Technology Applications and Development Teams at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, with support from NASA Headquarters. Click Here for your free download. |
Back to school is a busy time of year, but with this FREE Recipe Book, you can whip up healthy snack for your eager eaters in a Jiffy! Click Here to View The Electronic Version OR Click Here to receive a FREE PAPER COPY. |
Taste of Home offers a variety of FREE Coloring Book Pages to build a Cookbook with your child. Fun, tasty and kid-safe, these recipes are sure to spark culinary curiosity in your children. Click Here to download. |
True, it’s not January 1st, the traditional time to reboot your eating program, but the back to school season is a rebirth of sorts. It’s a time to reboot your meal plan and rehab any naughty habits you and the kids have picked up over the summer months. Here’s a great set of smoothie recipes to start you mornings right! Click Here to Join Eating Well for FREE and Download your FREE Recipe book. |
Our summer of Build and Grow fun continues with Disney?Pixar! This week, build El Chupacabra Bring your kids to Lowe’s for some high flying fun this weekend! Your child will love building Dusty from Disney’s Planes-In Theaters in 3D August 9th. Be sure to Register Early, as spaces are limited. |
Click Here to request your FREE SAMPLE Kit of Kirkland Signature™ Premium Wet Wipes Made with Tencel® – Baby Wipes, Facial Towelettes, Household Surface Wipes. |
Why choke down bitter vitamins when you can enjoy a burst of flavor with Centrum Flavor Burst Chews Sample. Click Here to request your FREE sample. |
August 9, 2013
 FREE Back-To-School Guide For Teachers A successful school year starts with good planning—from setting up the classroom to working with parents to establishing reliable procedures and rules. We’ve collected ideas, tips, and strategies from educators around the country to help you best prepare for the new school year. Download Now. |
FREE Back-To-School Coloring Pages Prepare your children for Back-To-School with these FREE back-to-school-themed printable coloring pages from Coloring.ws. |
 Try 20 FREE Math ProblemsGet your child’s brain in gear with 20 FREE practice problems. Choose a practice set to match your child’s grade level from Pre-K to Geometry. Click here to select your practice exercise. |
FREE eBook – CHEW CHEW The Food Chain Train Take a ride on Chew Chew the Food Chain Train. Made entirely of fruits and vegetables, she loves to teach children to love good food while improving their health. Come along and see her special restaurant where the buffet comes to the tables. All aboard! |
 FREE Kids Workshop – Lowes Build & GrowOur summer of Build and Grow fun continues with Disney?Pixar! Bring your kids to Lowe’s for some high flying fun this weekend! Your child will love building Dusty from Disney’s Planes-In Theaters in 3D August 9th. Be sure to Register Early, as spaces are limited. |
 FREE Sample – Rich Chocolate Ovaltine Just in time for Back-To-School, Ovaltine is sending free samples your way. Click here to request your FREE sample. |
 FREE Sample – Nature’s Plus Animal Parade® KidGreenz® Children’s ChewablesAnimal Parade® KidGreenz® deliver the health benefits of high energy, phytonutrient-rich green superfoods from land and sea in succulent tropical fruit-flavored chewable tablets. KidGreenz Superfood Complex features broccoli, spinach, spirulina, chlorella, kelp, lactic flora growth accelerants and other nutritional powerhouses that are often absent from kids’ diets. |
 Indulge yourself with a sumptuous free sample from ESCADA. Alluring, sophisticated, stylish, all the things you supermoms are. Click here to request your FREE sample now. |
August 2, 2013
 FREE Virtual Field Trip # 1 – Plimoth PlantationGo inside a Wetu and look around, check out the view from the top of the hill in the 1627 English Village and more! |
 FREE Virtual Field Trip #2 – The Great Wall of China The Great Wall of China was built over more than two thousand years. Construction on the first section began between the 7th and 6th century BC, and the last work on the wall was done between the 14th and 17th centuries. This exciting trip offers 360 degree views of the wall and allows you to advance the view as if you’re actually there walking the wall. |
| FREE Printables Get access to thousands of free printable worksheets, lesson plans, crafts, coloring pages, cards and more by visiting Free Printable Online today!” |
 FREE Save Our Species Printable Coloring BookYou children can learn about the environment and its inhabitants while enjoying creative time. |
FREE Back To School Guide to PVC-Free School Supplies It’s that time of year again; time to stock up on back to school supplies. This guide will help you stock your child’s backpack with school supplies that are free of PVC. |
FREE eBook From Colgate – My Bright Smile Back to school is a great time to educate children about the importance of taking care of their teeth. It’s also a great time to establish a brushing and care program. |
FREE Printable ‘Life of The Forest’ Poster Set Decorate your classroom or your child’s room with these FREE Printable Posters that feature fun and colorful facts about the world’s forests. |
Celebrate National Root Beer Float Day Tuesday, August 6th with a free root beer float from A&W. |
July 26, 2013
 FREE Virtual Field Trip – Natural History Museum of London See the world through the eyes of natural history artists and explorers, who recorded nature both from the British Isles and from all over the world, as Western explorers first saw it. Tour the museum’s collections through vivid photographs and short educational videos. |
 FREE Kids Workshop – Lowes Build & Grow Our summer of Build and Grow fun continues with Disney?Pixar! Your child will love building RC from Toy Story! Be sure to Register Early, as spaces are limited. |
 FREE eBook – Learn The Top 10 ‘Mental Game’ Strategies To Improve Confidence and Success in Sports & Life! Sports Psychology Expert & Award-Winning Parenting Writer Reveals Powerful, Proven Mental Strategies to improve confidence and success in sports & life! |
 FREE Educational App – ScreenchompShare a great idea… Explain a tricky concept… Help kids with their homework… ScreenChomp for iPad helps you do it all. |
 FREE Printable Miniature Circus Finger Puppet Set Print your very own set of FREE Miniature Circus Finger Puppets and then follow the directions here to color and assemble them. |
 FREE Online Word Game – JumpStart Buzzwords Beat the clock while making sense of jumbled letters in this FREE interactive word game from Knowledge Adventure. |
 Hurry! Quantities Limited! – FREE Sample Puffs Fresh FacesEveryone likes free stuff! By hitting us up with a “Like” on Facebook and joining our email newsletter, we will send you a FREE sample. You will also receive a $2.00 off coupon for any 45-count box of Puffs Fresh Faces because we know you won’t be able to live without them. What have you got to lose (other than a refreshed face)? Only one FREE sample per person. |
 Hurry! Quantities Limited! – FREE Sample – Viva la Juicy Noir by Juicy Couture Spice up your wardrobe with this indulgent scent. A rich interpretation of the signature Viva La Juicy scent, Viva La Juicy Noir highlights the succulent ripe berry notes and gourmand accents, while adding a juicy touch of honeysuckle and a sultry hint of sandalwood. |
July 19, 2013
 FREE Farm-To-Table-Lesson & Virtual Field Trip – The Good Egg Project Teach your students about the Farm-to-Table initiative with the Good Egg Project. This resource offers a FREE Lesson Plan, FREE Activity Sheet and a FREE Virtual Field Trip |
 Kahn Academy is a robust online resource for students and parents alike where users can learn almost anything online for FREE! |
 FREE Flashcard App – gFlash+ Flashcards & Tests This popular flashcard app is not only free, but also integrates with Google Accounts. Easily create and share flashcards and study on the go. |
 FREE Time Management Printable Teach your children the value of Time Management this summer with this FREE Time Management Printable Activity and Tracker from SCHOLASTIC. |
 FREE 3-Issue Sample of Ladies’ Home Journal With a brand new look and focus, Ladies’ Home Journal is sending women across America 3 FREE Issues with NO STRINGS attached (Not A Free Trial – Strictly a FREE SAMPLE). |
 FREE 1-week supply of Clear Improvement or Drink Up mask when you visit Origins in-store. Hurry, this offer expires Saturday, July 20, 2013 so visit their Facebook page and click ‘GET OFFER’ for more details and then beeline it to the store to get your FREE Sample! |
 Mmm, nothing feels better than a quick boost of energy from a cup of gourmet coffee. To get this FREE Sample, simply follow the instructions. |
 FREE sample of SunRype Fruit Strips Hurry, Only the First 10,000 Visitors get this yummy offer. Visit their Facebook page and click on the ‘FREE Sample On Us’ Button. |
July 12, 2013
 FREE Educational Games At PBS KidsReward your children with structured computer time this summer to engage their minds and prevent summer learning loss. With hundreds of games to choose from, you’re sure to find games your child loves. |
 FREE PrintablesGet access to thousands of free printable worksheets, lesson plans, crafts, coloring pages, cards and more by visiting Free Printable Online today!” |
 Virtual Field Trip To Colonial WilliamsburgCan’t make it to Colonial Williamsburg this summer? Not to worry, with four dynamic tours, you’re sure to gain a keen understanding of Colonial Williamsburg. |
 Free Children’s Book – Supercow Volume II Supercow is back, this time there is no crime to fight or lives to save, but Supercow does something equally important, defends a small boy from being bullied, and in doing so helps the bullies see the error of their ways. |
| FREE REPORT – Human Potential: How Parents Can Maximize It In Their Child By Kathy Mangold. Kathy Mangold is a parent of three, past editor of MetroParent – Milwaukee’s parenting magazine – and has worked for five years developing a child’s full potential. Her report on Human Potential focuses on improving your child’s self-esteem in three easy steps. |
 1 FREE GREETING CARDSend a friend or loved 1FREE Personalized Greeting Card from Snapfish. To redeem this offer, visit their website and type in FREECARD13 to receive 1 free greeting card. Offer applies to single greeting cards priced up to $3.00 each. Offer excludes Disney, Nickelodeon Suites Resorts, Dr. Seuss, and DreamWorks themed products. |
Chili’s FREE Appetizer or Dessert Like them on Facebook to request your coupon for a FREE Appetizer OR Dessert! Yumm! |
Free Audiobook Download – The Good Earth by Pearl S. Buck If you’re like most parents this summer, you’re driving from summer camp, to the pool, to sleepovers, and sports practices. Why not treat yourself to a free audiobook to keep your car rides fresh. The Good Earth, by Pearl S. Buck, was the bestselling fiction book in the US in 1931 and 1932, and it won the Pulitzer Prize in 1932. Download your FREE audiobook today – A $27.95 value. |
July 5, 2013
 Virtual Field Trip – The Museo Galileo The Museo Galileo is one of the foremost international institutions in the History of Science, combining a noted museum of scientific instruments and an institute dedicated to the research, documentation and dissemination of the history of science in the broadest senses. Take your children on a virtual field trip to this wonderful Museum. |
FREE Cookbook – Gooseberry Patch Kid-Friendly Recipes Do your kids like raisins? This timeless kid-friendly cookbook offers tasty and healthy treat ideas for you and your kids to make this summer. Request your free copy today! |
 FREE Build & Grow Clinic at Lowe’s REGISTER TODAY for Next Weekend’s Toy Story Pizza Planet Truck Build. This fun and free clinic is hands-on and a great way to engage your child’s creativity and fine motor skills. Register today, as classes fill up VERY QUICKLY. |
 FREE YouthSpark Summer Camp Workshops Presented by Microsoft The 2013 YouthSpark Summer Camps are first come, first serve – SO SIGN UP NOW! These FREE hands-on camps are perfect for children ages 8-13 and include 5 exciting options – Digital movie Maker, Storyteller Studio, Digital Art Smarts, Game Masters and Game App. |
 FREE Children’s eBook – Lessons From The Lion, The Ox And Their Little Friends Four fables from Aesop presented with modern illustrations: The Lion and the Mouse, The Four Oxen and the Lion, The Ant and the Grasshopper and The Frog and the Ox. These are short stories that are fun and easy to read. Each story is summarized with a moral that you might have even heard of. A great book for quiet moments this summer. |
 FREE eBook – Logic to the Rescue Logic to the Rescue is designed to teach kids critical thinking. A combination of fiction and non-fiction, it weaves examples of logical fallacies into a fictional sword-and-sorcery fantasy. Simple examples for testing a hypothesis and setting up experiments in chemistry and physics are integrated into the plot. A great read for older students to keep their minds engaged and prevent summer learning loss! |
 FREE Sample – ESCADA Cherry in the Air perfume Test drive this alluring scent by ESCADA, simply fill out the form and wait for your treat to arrive. |
 FREE Sample – Garnier Ultra-Lift Targeted Line Smoother If you’re like most moms, summer is a wild and crazy season that involves super woman strength and energy. If you’re loving all the time with your little ones, but your body is lagging a little behind, this free sample will be a welcomed relief. Garnier is offering a free sample of their new Ultra-Lift Targeted Line Smoother to women on the go that need a little lift. |
June 28, 2013
FREE Children’s eBook Library – Oxford Owl With over 250 complimentary titles for children ages 3-11, this dynamic online library will turbo-charge your child’s interest in reading. |
Well, how was your first week of summer vacation? Are the kids “Bored” yet? This FREE report for parents from the National Summer Learning Association offers timely advice for parents regarding summer learning opportunities. Download your FREE copy today to ensure your child’s Summer Learning SUCCESS! |
This week’s featured “Virtual Field Trip” is to the National Gallery of Art. Bypass the lines with this VIP virtual tour of the Museum’s Collections while sparking your child’s interest in fine art. |
 FREE Family Activities, Workshops, Crafts & MoreDrop by your local Bass Pro Shops Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday or Sunday From Noon until 2PM for free family activities including workshops, crafts, activities, and a 52-Page guide “Summer Fun 2013” presented by Field & Stream. |
Get your skates on and get movin’ to stay active and fit this summer with the Kids Skate Free program. Simply register your child for the program and you will receive email links to weekly Kids Skate Free coupons. Click here to register. |
FREE LEGO® Club Magazine Subscription Sign-up for the FREE subscription to LEGO® Club Magazine and receive FREE home delivery of the magazine for 2 years. Engage your child with the excitement of LEGOs® and fuel their passion for STEM careers. |
Limited time & quantity freebie – grab it today!Keep your skin protected and looking its best with this free sample of NO-AD sunscreen. NO-AD offers superior protection, a super dry feel and a smart value. |
FREE Sample of NO-AD Sunscreen
FREE 2-piece invatitm product sample from Aveda Limited time & quantity freebie – grab it today!This offer includes samples of invatitm Exfoliating shampoo and thickening conditioner to treat your hair to the ultimate in hair care products. |
June 21, 2013
 IMPORTANT UPDATE – REGISTRATION BEGAN TODAY – Click Here For To Register A fun, free workshop where kids become filmmakers! At Apple Camp, kids ages 8-12 learn how to shoot their own footage, create an original song in GarageBand on an iPad, and put it all together in iMovie on a Mac. This free workshop, held at the Apple Store, spans three days and ends with campers debuting their masterpieces at the Apple Camp Film Festival. SIGN-UP for Registration Notification for the 2013 Season. |
The Right Write contains 7 Handwriting Lesson Plans for students learning to write. |
This FREEBIE is a great way to begin a gardening activity and spark interest in planting wildflower seeds in your backyard to create a special space for pollinators. |
 This FREEBIE is the perfect pairing for the FREE Bumble Bee Brochure. Request your FREE Wildflower Seeds Starter Kit by sending a self addressed, stamped envelope to:Backyard Wildlife Habitats Your starter kit will include some or all of the following wild flowers – baby’s breath, bachelor’s buttons, bird’s foot, calendula, clover, chicory, cosmos, dame’s rocket, dill, flax, forget-me-not, indian blanket, lacy phacelia, lupine, annual, mexican hat, poppy lavender, primrose, rose mallow, stock Virginia, wallflower. Please be patient while you wait to receive them, and know the Honey Bees thank you for doing your part. |
Feeling adventurous? As part of our summer virtual field trip series, we invite you to explore the Roman Open-Air Museum Hechingen-Stein, a Roman villa dating from the 1st to 3rd century A.D. |
Free “Back to School” Recipe Book from Mr. Food with 26 Kid Friendly Recipes to enjoy now and during the school year. |
 Receive a FREE Safety Latch Starter Kit from P&G’s Corporate Safety Site. Click here to request yours now. |
 Get 2 FREE Packs of Post-It ® Full Adhesive Notes after mail-in rebate. Offer valid through June 30, 2013. Rebate must be postmarked by July 31, 2013. |
Order a FREE Pool Test Kit from HealthyPools.org and see how your pool compares to others around the country. |
June 14, 2013
This is an exciting week for students and parents alike, the school year is coming to a close and the exciting days of summer are upon us. This week we’ve rounded up educational freebies to engage your student over the summer as well as useful product samples to make your job as Super Mom a little easier.
Check out Reading Rockets’ new summer website, Start with a Book. This treasure trove of FREE Summer Learning Ideas is sure to keep your children engaged all summer long to prevent summer learning loss. |
Registered kids receive 2 FREE Games every day, ALL SUMMER LONG! Keep your kids active and engaged in structured activities with this amazing Freebie Valued at OVER $500!!! |
A fun, free workshop where kids become filmmakers! At Apple Camp, kids ages 8-12 learn how to shoot their own footage, create an original song in GarageBand on an iPad, and put it all together in iMovie on a Mac. This free workshop, held at the Apple Store, spans three days and ends with campers debuting their masterpieces at the Apple Camp Film Festival. SIGN-UP for Registration Notification for the 2013 Season. |
Virtual field trips are a great way for children to explore attractions worldwide. This FREE App works on the iPhone platform and grants users access to the Museum’s exhibits with vibrant color photos and educational facts. |
A FREE, Incentive-Based summer reading program for students grades K-8. Students read books from their grade-appropriate list, take short comprehension quizzes and earn points they can redeem for neat prizes. What a great way to keep children on track for the summer! |
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 Free Sample – Lancôme Super SerumReguvenate your skin after a day in the harsh summer sun. Visible results in just 7 Days. |
 Free Sample – Advanced Haircare Product by L’Oréal ParisNo matter what type of hair you have, or concerns you may have about your hair, the Advanced Haircare System has a product to address your every need. Try it today! |
June 7, 2013
 Free $5 Gift Card from Educents.com! Educents is the best daily deal site featuring the top educational products (online software, curriculum, e-books, tutorials for all subjects, toys, and so much MORE) all at 30-90% savings. And they’re offering a $5.00 gift card!Check www.Educents often! You won’t want to miss a thing! Click Here for this Freebie! |
Bullying doesn’t stop when school lets out. Keep your children safe by teaching them about cyberbullying – preventing it, identifying it and alerting an adult. Download your Free Cyberbullying Prevention Booklet from PACER Center – Cyberbullying:What Parents Can Do to Protect Their Children |
 FREE for a very limited time only! A great reason to go on an outdoor adventure, this book offers interesting insect facts and has exciting full color images that explore insect anatomy. Inspire your student to learn more about the insects in his or her world with this Free eBook. |
Free Customized Father’s Day Greeting Card Hurry up, there’s still time to get it for Father’s Day and it is the perfect freebie to go with last week’s Mug. |
 Aside from Cyberbullying, kids face many other threats online. Keep your kids safe online with Free Exercises and Activities from StaySafeOnline.org. Each Module is geared to a specific age group and addresses cybersecurity, cybersafety, and cyberethics. |
 As the school year comes to a close, keep the creative juices flowing with this FREE Project Prompt from Art Junction that is sure to engage your child’s writing and artistic skills. |
 Teach your children about emergency preparedness and that being prepared includes caring for critters great and small. Visit the ASPCA to request your Free Pet Safety Pack today. |
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May 31, 2013
FREE Report: Best Education & Special Needs APPS For Your Kids… No More Searching…The Best Education Apps are here! |
Get a FREE copy of ‘Homeschooling and Loving It!’ with a brand new Time4Learning membership. Simply apply the coupon code “FREEBOOK” and it will arrive after your 2 week money-back period ends. (limit 1 per family) |
Use this summer to make the difference of a lifetime for learning. Attend this free live webinar and hear from Nanci Bell, author and co-founder of Lindamood-Bell. This is a unique opportunity to hear Nanci discuss reading and language processing, including the importance of imagery for reading words and comprehending language. THIS IS A VERY SPECIAL PRESENTATION. Tuesday, June 4, 2013 9:00 a.m. PDT, 12:00 p.m. EDT |
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This comprehensive guide that will take you through 10 simple steps to preparing and getting into the college of your choice and bust the myths and mystery surrounding the college application process. |
Use this Free Virtual Field Trip Resource to take your kids on amazing ‘field trips’ to meet fascinating people from all over the world. New educational, kid-friendly episodes are uploaded every two weeks. Included are links to fun websites and our Learning Corner with follow-up questions. |
Summer is almost here. Looking for a safe website for your children to visit this summer and stay engaged with learning? Sheppard Software has hundreds of educational games, activities, quizzes, articles and more, for kids of all ages and it’s absolutely FREE! |
Sorry, SOLD OUT! Help your kids expand their vocabulary with this easy to use iPhone application with a word a day feature. |
May 24, 2013
Free Sample of Rimmel London Lip Gloss Enjoy long lasting color and shine with a free sample of ‘Stay Glossy Lipgloss!’ By Rimmel. Limited time freebie – grab it today! |
With the end of the school year just a few days away, this helpful guide, How to Thank a Teacher offers fun and thoughtful ways to thank your favorite educators, coaches and mentors. |
Keep your teen busy this summer with the 2013 Ultimate Teen Reading List by Teenreads.com Click here to download the free PDF list. |
Do you have a younger child who is curious about the internet and apps on your smart devices? Zoodles offers a safe ‘kid mode’ for just about every device on the market. Sign up for your free membership today! |
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 Arm yourself and your child against the dangers of cyberbullying. Watch this Free Flash Presentation from stopcyberbullying.org to learn what cyberbullying is, how you can prevent it and what actions you can take if it occurs. |
May 17, 2013
Teach your children about ‘voting’ when you have them cast a vote for their favorite dinosaur. As a reward for participating, your child will receive a FREE SHEET of Bronx Zoo Dinosaur Safari stickers. |
Free Alphabet Card Printable Files from the HANDMADE HOME. This colorful set of printables features wonderful custom graphics for each letter of the alphabet. Use them to decorate your child’s room or as a functional learning tool. |
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Click here to like their Facebook page to receive your free sample. Limited time freebie – grab it today! |
 Struggling to write those final papers before the end of the school year? Download this Free eReport from TutorPhil.com to learn how you can easily add 300 words to any essay in 15 minutes. |
 With over 250 free eBooks and audiobooks for children ages 3-11, you’re sure to find a title or two that piques your young reader’s interest. |
 Are you gearing up for a relaxing summer break this year? Why not work to earn college credit through Education Portals offering of free classes to prepare you for credit-granting exams. |
Summer break is just around the corner. Are you planning a family vacation this year? Mom’s Minivan offers a wide selection of free printable games created specifically for the car. Have fun and travel safe. |
FREE best selling ebook from HowToLearn.com, Math Facts Made Easy: Learn All Your Facts in HALF the Time! Use this best seller to show your child or student how to learn addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in HALF the Time! |
May 10, 2013
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FREE Mother’s Day Virtual Scavenger Hunt This self-directed activity is perfect for older elementary students and offers a chance for your children to learn about this extra special holiday. CLICK HERE for the Free Printable. |
Free Printables about National Pet Week National Pet week is May 5-11 this year. As we wrap up this lovable week, here are some excellent printables for your 1st through 4th graders to learn more about caring for pets and what it takes to be a GREAT pet owner. |
FREE Reading Guide for New Readers This Free Print Guide was created for parents and teachers who want to improve the reading achievement of children. This guide was created as a companion piece to the Reading Rockets PBS television program, but works just as well as a stand-alone resource to explain how to help kids learn at home and school. |
20 End-Of-Year Questions for teachers and Homeschool Parents. As a follow-up to last week’s end-of-year questions for students, this week we have a free list of 20 end-of-year questions especially for teachers and homeschool parents. |
FREE eBook – Creating a Safe and Caring School from CrisisPrevention.com. This Free eBook offers helpful and timely advice on maintaining a safe environment for students and learning while placing emphasis on a team approach and educating staff. |
Free Trial – Learn Spanish Ap Learn Spanish Mindsnacks is a downloadable ap with a free intro level. This fun and interactive supplement to traditional language acquisition methods is great for students and adults. Try the Ap out FREE today. |
FREE best selling ebook from HowToLearn.com, Math Facts Made Easy: Learn All Your Facts in HALF the Time! Use this best seller to show your child or student how to learn addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in HALF the Time! |
May 3, 2013
FREE TODAY ONLY – MAY 3RD! Family Strategies for ADHD Kids gives you practical solutions that can be implemented today to help manage your kids ADHD and make learning easier. Learn how to take advantage of procrastination, how to help your ADHD kids with organizational skills including their bedrooms, AND how to promote a good night’s sleep and learn why sleep problems affect ADHD. You don’t need a kindle to read it. Free kindle app is here. Order Family Strategies for ADHD Kids Today! |
The Natural Inquirer is a FREE SCIENCE JOURNAL for middle school students produced by the USDA Forest Service and their cooperators. The Natural Inquirer is based on peer-reviewed research and follows the format of a scientific paper. The journals also include a Meet the Scientist section, Reflection Sections, lesson plans, and activities. Click here to visit The Natural Inquirer. |
Join the Powerful Learning Practice mailing list to receive weekly Best of Social Media updates, plus a FREE Twitter Handbook for Teachers – a guide for educators who are new to Twitter or want to grow their network. Visit plpnetwork.com and enter your email at the top of the page! |
Use these FREE 20 questions to help you and your students reflect on the school year. These questions can be used informally for discussion when you have a few minutes or for a more personal reflection experience, use a question a day as a more involved survey or as writing/journal prompts. |
Sign-Up to receive our FREE weekly activities packets in English and Spanish educating your elementary school student in the core subject areas of language arts, math, science and social studies. You’ll also love our free curriculum games, animated stories and lesson plans. |
SchoolExpress has 4 free thematic unit ebooks for immediate download. They are titled: Earth, Mozart, Outdoor Safety, and Spring. Each ebook offers information worksheets about the subject and fun activity worksheets including spelling, crisscross, word search, and word unscramble. These units are excellent for introducing children to the given subject. |
Visit this site to learn facts about the 50 states including state capitals, birds, flags, trees, songs and more. This site also has a variety of free maps and printables for learning about the 50 states. |
Visit CyberSmart! For a host of free curriculum resources and their signature Educator Toolbar that puts trusted resources at your fingertips. |
FREE best selling ebook from HowToLearn.com, Math Facts Made Easy: Learn All Your Facts in HALF the Time! Use this best seller to show your child or student how to learn addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in HALF the Time! |
April 26, 2013
7 Strategies to Get Better Grades in 30 Days! Visit www.Edu-Nova.com for more information or click the link above to go directly to the free resource. |
Free Test Prep at FreeTestPrep.com Looking to review before the AP Biology Test? This site has topic presentations, practice quizzes, and lab guides. Curriculum was redesigned to align with new standards and uses the Four Big Ideas to tie major biology concepts together. |
FREE Educational Tips to Triple Your Reading Speed & Double your Memory – permanently. On www.speedreading101.org we offer a WEEKLY Column with TIPS, Strategies, & Systems to read and remember like a Phi Beta Kappa graduate. Just visit www.speedreading101.org to request Speed Reading information. |
Looking for free math help online? ChiliMath.com offers algebra lessons, practice worksheets, and games for students and teachers. This site is created by a math teacher designed to help students struggling in math. Lessons include detailed examples and step-by-step instructions for problems in all levels of Algebra. |
Over 8,000 FREE coloring pages to print and download on our site. We have several categories ranging from holidays, seasons and religious coloring pages to famous characters and even animals and mazes. There is a little something for everyone. (Adults even like the extra hard mazes!) Great for a rainy day, to add to a themed project you are working on, or even as quilting patterns! |
Mapping Your Future offers the Guide to Life after High School, online at mappingyourfuture.org/GuideToLife, which covers a variety of life skills, money management, college preparation, financial aid, and financial literacy topics. Teachers/educators can establish an account for students to complete online or students can view the PDF of the guides. |
Master French with Learn French – Word Power 101. This e-book is a completely new way to learn French vocabulary fast – and for free! Start speaking French in minutes with the powerful learning methods you will master in this book. LIMITED TIME freebie only! Grab it today while it is still FREE. |
Coming MAY 1st, 2nd, & 3rd: COMPLIMENTARY BOOK: FAMILY STRATEGIES FOR ADHD KIDS Family Strategies for ADHD Kids gives you practical solutions that can be implemented today to help manage your kids ADHD and make learning easier. Learn how totake advantage of procrastination, how to help your ADHD kids with organizational skills including their bedrooms, AND how to promote a good night’s sleep and learn why sleep problems affect ADHD. |
April 19, 2013
Learn how to take the struggle out of spelling! These 20 Best Tips for Teaching Spelling will give you strategies to accelerate learning and help your child retain more of what you teach. Click here to get your free copy and make spelling a joy! |
AP Biology at Biologycorner.com Looking to review before the AP Biology Test? This site has topic presentations, practice quizzes, and lab guides. Curriculum was redesigned to align with new standards and uses the Four Big Ideas to tie major biology concepts together. |
Discovery Education – Puzzlemaker Click here for Discovery Education’s Puzzlemaker. Use this tool to create word search, cris-cross, math squares, mazes and more! |
K12reader.com was started in 2008 with the goal of providing free reading resources for parents and teachers. We work with experienced reading teachers and curriculum specialists, who write helpful articles and develop curriculum that can be used in the classroom or at home to supplement what’s happening in class. |
Math is Fun! Math resources for K-12 students and teachers. Includes puzzles, games, activities and printable math worksheets. A mix of fun and study is good. |
In-depth teaching resource written by Dr. David Stern on “Teaching about the Earth’s Magnetism.” |
FREE Super Crew Tasting Party and Logic Puzzle: SuperKids Nutrition offers educational nutrition games and activities like this for all ages. These activities help children learn how to eat healthy while building their math, science, and logical thinking skills! |
Free engineering lessons & activities for teaching k-12 science & math are just a click away! Explore the TeachEngineering.org digital library’s 1200+ lessons and activities designed to teach science and math fundamentals through the lens of everyday engineering. Searchable by keyword, grade level, educational standard, subject area and more. |
April 12, 2013
FREE teacher’s guide from BioEd Online. Students explore microbes that impact our health (e.g., bacteria, fungi, protists and viruses), and learn that microbes play key roles in the lives of humans, sometimes causing disease. The Science of Microbes Teacher’s Guide is most appropriate for students in grades 5-10. |
Create free educational games, quizzes and interactive diagrams in seconds at ClassTools.net. The most popular templates include the ‘Fakebook’ profile maker, the ‘Arcade Game Generator’, the ‘Random Name Picker’ and the ‘QR Game Generator’. Host your resources on your own blog, website or intranet – no signup, no passwords, no charge! |
FREE Games, Activities, and Worksheets for all grades (K-12) and subjects, including Math, English, Science, Social Studies, and Languages. EZSchool makes learning easy and fun! Great for home-schools, classrooms, of just extra practice. Visit www.ezschool.com and enjoy all the free resources! |
FREE interactive games at Funbrain. Created for kids ages preschool through grade 8, Funbrain offers more than 100 fun, interactive games that develop skills in math, reading, and literacy. |
FREE literary classics workbook, Cinderella: Literary Classics Workbook Series for Kids digital book from StudentHandouts.com. The complete text of this beloved classic fairy tale is interspersed with thoughtful questions and fun activities aligned to the Common Core State Standards. The cure for the common literature lesson! |
FREE teacher resources from TeachersFirst.com. TeachersFirst is a free, ad-free teacher resource web site offered as a service to teachers, parents, and students by a non-profit learning and technologies corporation, The Source for Learning. Our value-added reviews and teacher-friendly site have been helping teachers since 1998. |
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April 5, 2013
FREE best selling ebook from HowToLearn.com, Math Facts Made Easy: Learn All Your Facts in HALF the Time! Use this best seller to show your child or student how to learn addition, subtraction, multiplication and division in HALF the Time! |
FREE Guide – Six Steps to Conquer the Chaos. How to organize and motivate students for success from StudySkills.com. |
FREE Hands-On Equations Webinar demystifying algebra and making it child’s play. |
FREE report from Frank Barnhill, M.D, What You Absolutely Need to Know About ADHD to Protect Your Child from Misdiagnosis. |
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FREE report on How To Raise Your Students’ Grades from DirectionsforTeens.com |
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