Carlito C. Caterpillars's MathHouse Game Card Review & Giveaway

Learning Math has been a challenge in the palace. I have finally learned that the prince is a right-brained learner and doesn't learn in the traditional ways. He needs hands-on activities instead of just rote memorization. The princess learns mostly by osmosis, but enjoys games as well. Anytime that we can disguise school as play, we jump at the chance.


Enter Carlito C. Caterpillar's MathHouse Game Card Set.



This set of 40 games is geared toward children in pre-school through early elementary. The material is presented in 3 stages covering quantity, numeration, and operations. You download the manipulatives used in the game. If you don't like printing things, you can tweak the games to use things you have on hand.


We haven't used many of the games, but have enjoyed the ones we did use.


You can learn more about them at the company website or Facebook page.


If you like them enough to buy your own, you can do it on the company website ... OR ... you can try to win a set here. To win a set leave a comment for each mode of entry:



  • Leave a comment letting me know that you want to win
  • Follow me on Google Friend Connect
  • Tell me what your favorite learning game is



The winner will be chosen on October 14 at 9 p.m. Eastern Time and contacted by email. BE SURE TO LEAVE A WAY FOR ME TO CONTACT YOU. Your prize will be sent directly from the contest sponsor.


Disclaimer: Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.


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date Wednesday, September 28, 2011
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Winners!

Congratulations to the following giveaway winners:


Introducing Theo:  Amy W. and Robin
The Shunning: Amy W.


Thanks to everyone for entering.




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date Thursday, September 15, 2011
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Ugh




Last week, I wasn't feeling well. We had a head-cold or allergies or something yet undetermined. There were Tornado Watches and Warnings all over our area. I'm sure the weather system that brought them was not helping my sinus issues.


We were trying to get through some schoolwork. The morning started off well. (That means everyone was cooperating and in a good mood.) After lunch, I decided that we would do just a little more school and call it a day. During that time, I was trying to hold my head up and breathe. I made a noise like, "Ugh" with a sigh.


Prince: Are you o.k., Mama?Me: Yes, I just don't feel good.Princess: From all this schoolwork? I know how ya feel.


I'm linking up to Tiny Talk.


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date Tuesday, September 13, 2011
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The Shunning -- Review & Giveaway

The giveaway associated with this review is now closed.


Back when I did a review of The Grace Card, I mentioned how much I enjoyed the previews that were shown with that movie. One of those was The Shunning. So, when I got the chance to review it, I jumped at the chance. 


The Shunning, by Beverly Lewis, is a wonderful glimpse into the lives of the Amish. The tight-knit community is protective of their neighbors. When a big-city woman comes poking around, they are reluctant to reveal the home of the lady she is looking for. One older lady in the order helps her make the connection and so begins the story.


More about the movie:
Before she succumbs to cancer, the dying wish of Laura Mayfield-Bennett is to be reunited with the daughter she never knew. Unfortunately, that daughter, Katie Lapp, is a member of the Amish order. Katie is about to be married, but uneasy about the path ahead.  Now she discovers the secret her parents have kept from her: she's adopted. 
The movie is based on the first novel in "The Heritage of Lancaster County" the series by Beverly Lewis.


I really enjoyed this movie. The drama kept you tuned in to see what happens next. Katie Lapp is already struggling with the rules that define her community. The return of her birth mother after 20 years really adds to that conflict. 


You can learn more about The Shunning here:




You can also win a copy of this DVD. For your chance(s) to win, leave a comment for each mode of entry. Make sure that I have a way to contact you if you win. I'll select the winners on September 15 at noon Eastern time. The prizes will be sent from the sponsor.


To enter:
1. Leave a comment that you want to win.
2. Follow this blog using Google Friend Connect (or leave message that you already do)
3. Enter my other giveaway


I'm also linking to these blogs that feature low entry giveaways: Tightwad in Utah, and Oh So Savvy Mom.


Disclaimer: Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.


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date Saturday, September 10, 2011
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Introducing THEO -- Review & Giveaway

The giveaway associated with this review is now closed.


Children and adults love cartoons. This new DVD recognizes that fact and uses it to teach about God.


This DVD has two parts: 


In Good News, the plan of salvation is told in simple terms. It takes all of five minutes ... straight to the point. That's not to say it is dry. The animated character, Theo, is adorable and entertaining. With the help of two mice, Belfry and Luther, he gets the point across in a fun way. (By the way, the prince was quick to point out that the mice look like the ones in Cinderella.)


In Saving Faith, we learn that we can have faith in a lot of things. Not all of those things are worthy of faith. The story of Abraham and Sarah is used to teach that FAITH IN GOD can yield great blessings. This segment is about 9 minutes long -- just right for a bedtime devotional.


You can learn more about these videos (even download a bonus episode) at the Theo Presents website. You can also purchase the videos there and download a FREE app for the iPhone or iPad. Alternatively, you can purchase the DVDs at Amazon, and Lifeway Christian Store has church curriculum materials.


For every Theo DVD purchased, Whitestone Media and Child Evangelism Fellowship® will send a child in need their very own copy of Theo. You can log onto TheoPresents.com after making your own purchase, and select the region of the world you'd like another copy of Theo to be sent.


You can also win a copy of this DVD. I have TWO to giveaway. For your chance(s) to win, leave a comment for each mode of entry. Make sure that I have a way to contact you if you win. I'll select the winners on September 15 at noon Eastern time. The prizes will be sent from the sponsor.


To enter:
1. Leave a comment that you want to win.
2. Follow this blog using Google Friend Connect (or leave message that you already do)


I'm also linking to these blogs that feature low entry giveaways: Tightwad in Utah, and Oh So Savvy Mom.


Disclaimer: Disclosure of Material Connection: I received one or more of the products or services mentioned above for free in the hope that I would mention it on my blog. Regardless, I only recommend products or services I use personally and believe will be good for my readers. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's 16 CFR, Part 255: "Guides Concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.


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date Thursday, September 8, 2011
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Tiny Talk on Adopting


Sometimes, just the prince and princess have the most interesting, insightful conversations. Just this week, they were working on school work when this gem popped up.


Prince: When I grow up I'm going to adopt a boy, but not get married. 
Princess: If you get married, you get a gold ring. 
Prince: You can buy one of those. 
Princess: Well, if you adopt, you have to sign a lot of papers.


Where do they get this stuff?


I'm linking up to Tiny Talk.


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date Tuesday, September 6, 2011
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The Grace Card Winner

Now that Irene has passed, I have been able to confirm the winner of The Grace Card giveaway. Congratulations to commenter #2 -- Debbie. Your prize is on the way!!!

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date Thursday, September 1, 2011
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