Archive for October, 2009
Stop Praying-book review and giveaway
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
When I was first contacted about reviewing a book called Stop Praying, I have to admit, I hesitated. I was worried that it was some kind of anti-faith book, and although I’m not a religious person, I didn’t want to offend anyone. I looked at the website for the [...]
Calico Critters Costume Critters
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
If you aren’t familiar with them, Calico Critters is an entire world of animal-themed toys from International Playthings. Sold in sets, the adorable bunnies, raccoons, monkeys, pigs, dogs, cats, pandas, foxes, and more come in families of four as well as sibling twins and grandparents. The Calico Critters website is [...]
Brooks Gear
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Tall Mom on the Run is hosting a great giveaway showcasing how Brooks has launched cause conscious gear - pink for breast cancer awareness. Check out the line here….
And then go to her site and enter the contest and win the jacket above!
Rating 3.00 out of 5
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Dora Saves The Crystal Kingdom
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
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Join Dora and Boots in a double-length magical adventure plus two additional episodes in Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom!
Dora Saves The Crystal Kingdom – The Greedy King has taken the crystals and drained the Crystal Kingdom of its color! Jump into Dora’s storybook with her on an epic [...]
Nescafe Taster’s Choice Single Serve Coffee
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
I’m just going to admit it-I had never even considered buying or drinking instant coffee until I was contacted by Nescafe about trying their Taster’s Choice Single Serve coffee packets. The box they sent me was a coffee lover’s dream, with both a stainless steel and ceramic travel mug, a set [...]
Make it Monday: Pumpkin-Shaped Chocolate Cake
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
All you need are some store-bought ingredients — and a splash of Halloween spirit — to create this pumpkin-patch-perfect dessert (no costume required!)
Ingredients
2 package(s) (18.25-oz.) chocolate cake mix, plus additional ingredients as directed on package
1 1/4 cup(s) confectioners’ sugar
1 tablespoon(s) (light) corn syrup
4 teaspoon(s) milk
red and yellow food coloring , [...]
Zillio Mini Mountain-Math Games Made Fun!
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
My youngest son is in the 5th grade this year. He has a learning disability that makes it extremely difficult for him to learn math. He can understand individual concepts, but applying them is difficult. For example, he can tell you what 4X7 is, but not 40×7, even though he’s [...]
Munchkin Fresh Totes
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
Munchkin Fresh Totes are little bags filled with Arm & Hammer baking soda and a hint of lavender. Tuck them in your diaper bag, use the fabric loop to hang them on a hook in a closet, anywhere you want natural odor elimination. Kaitlyn is still (STILL, *sigh*) using [...]
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
28 beloved children’s stories are faithfully adapted and brought to life in A VALUE-PRICED 4-DVD collection PERFECT FOR HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING!
From the mischievous adventures of one very curious little monkey and the wild imagination of Harold and his crayon, to an adorable stuffed bear longing to be taken home, parents [...]
Make it Monday: Picadillo Stuffed Potatoes
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
This sweet-spicy meat sauce is delicious spooned over baked potatoes. It’s also wonderful stuffed into baked acorn squash or bell pepper halves.
Ingredients
4 medium potato(es), baking-variety, scrubbed, pierced several times with a fork
1 spray(s) cooking spray
1 pound(s) uncooked lean ground beef (with 7% fat)
1 medium garlic clove(s), minced
2 small shallot(s), finely [...]
Holiday Gift Guide Update
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
How many weeks until Christmas? TEN! Exactly Ten weeks from today is December 25th! That means it’s time to start shopping for gifts! The response to my request for products to list in my Holiday Gift Guide for Tweens and Teens has been unbelievable. I thought it was hard to [...]
Scholastic Storybook Treasures DVD – A Very Brave Witch
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
I am a huge fan of Scholastic books, and now I can share even more Scholastic classic stories with my kids through their Storybook Treasures DVD collections. We received A Very Brave Witch…and more Halloween stories from Scholastic to review, and it’s become one of Kaitlyn’s most-requested DVDs.
Despite the fact [...]
Make it Monday: Yogurt-Zucchini Bread with Walnuts
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
This moist, nutty bread is a terrific way to use up late-summer zucchini. The walnuts in the bread are super-heart-healthy, and the yogurt adds moisture without any fat.
Ingredients
1 cup(s) walnut halves, 4 ounces
2 cup(s) all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon(s) baking powder
1/2 teaspoon(s) baking soda
1/2 teaspoon(s) salt
3/4 cup(s) plus 2 tablespoons sugar
2 large [...]
What The New FTC Guides Mean For Product Review Bloggers
Submitted by Mom Reviews Blog
We’ve known that an update was coming to the Federal Trade Commission’s guidelines for advertisers, and yesterday a summary of the revisions was published on the FTC website. Here’s an excerpt including a paragraph that pertains to bloggers who receive products in exchange for posting reviews:
The Federal Trade Commission today [...]
Spray ‘n Wash Bright & White
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
I have 2 young boys in my house. The mountain of laundry piled up at any given time is huge, as you could only imagine. And I bet you that almost every single article of clothing has a stain on it. Grass stains. Paint stains from art projects at school. [...]
Make It Monday - Slow Cooked Sausage in Beer Mustard Sauce
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
We all know that October means Oktoberfest. But what it also means is National Sausage Month. Which honestly is perfect for cool fall days and football watching.
So in honor of those, we bring you a great recipe for today:
Slow Cooked Sausage in Beer Mustard Sauce
Yield: 4 entrée servings
1/2 cup lager-style [...]
Smucker’s Uncrustables
Submitted by Lookit I Spy Blog
In a house with two growing boys, boys that I swear are going to eat us out of house and home before they even reach their biggest growth potential, snacks are a must. An absolute HAVE TO HAVE. And I mean that in the most serious way possible.
That’s why I [...]
