I loved Beverly Cleary’s books as a child and have passed on my love of her iconic stories to Little Miss Techie and have recently enjoyed watching Runaway Ralph ($14.95), a newly remastered DVD featuring the beloved mouse who comes to life through this live action DVD. If Ralph sounds familiar, he’s the lovable little…
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Reinforce Green with Shows & Movies with Earth Friendly Themes (w. giveaway)
I am a firm believer in fresh air and outside time but if you have a television, chances are your child enjoys watching the tube so why not sneak in positive messages about treating our Earth right for our future eco-warriors by learning and watching together. A great new kid-friendly eco-friendly DVD called He’s Got…
Educating about All Things Presidential for Presidents’ Day (w. giveaway)
Living in close proximity to Washington, D.C. allows for plenty of teachable presidential moments like when the green and white helicopters are spotted overhead, motorcade whizzes by while we are traveling on the Beltway, or a chance encounter with the President on a gorgeous summer evening. But President’s Day is more than just about our…
DVD Review & Giveaway: March On! The Day My Brother Martin Changed the World
The release of Scholastic Storybook Treasures newest title, March On! The Day My Brother Martin Changed the World ($14.95) commemorates the birthday of the most iconic figure in the Civil Rights movement through wonderfully written stories that come to life to educate elementary ages about historical events in African American history. This 69 minute DVD…
2009 Holiday Gift Guide: DVDs (w/ 30 DVDs to win!)
Still following my never ending gift guides? Well, you won’t be disappointed with my long promised DVD gift guide! There are tons of fabulous titles available and an amazing number of giveaways on this list just for you! I had so much fun watching all of these movies and making my list picks for each…
Blockbuster’s Dysfunctional Family Thanksgiving Movie Trivia Contest
If you need another reason to feel grateful about spending time with your families during the holidays, Blockbuster has a list of movies that will help you see it’s all relative this Thanksgiving Day. According to Blockbuster’s Dysfunctional Family Poll, “Nobody’s Fool,” featuring Paul Newman as Sully, a cranky, sarcastic patriarch whose son and grandson…
Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days DVD Review
Tomorrow Sesame Street will celebrate its 40th birthday. In honor of 40 fabulous years, tomorrow Sesame Workshop will release Sesame Street: 40 Years of Sunny Days (retail $29.93 or $19.99 from Amazon), a brand new two- disc set that includes over 5 hours of favorite stories, songs, celebrity segments, and classic scenes that feature the…
Halloween Tips from Ice Age 3’s Sid (& Win 1 of 5 DVDs)
Can you feel the excitement? Not only is Halloween right around the corner but Ice Age 3: Dawn of the Dinosaurs just came out on DVD! If you are a fan of the Ice Age movies, you can now see all of your favorite Ice Age friends on the new DVD that was released on…
Snow White Diamond Edition Blu-ray & DVD Combo Pack (& giveaway)
“Some day my prince will come Some day we’ll meet again And away to his castle we’ll go To be happy forever I know…” –Some Day My Prince Will Come, Snow White (1937) Whether you believe in fairy tales, true love, or good ultimately triumphing over evil, the Snow White is just as magical as…
Blockbuster Halloween Costume Contest and Movie Prize Pack Giveaway!
Are you dressing up this Halloween? If you are going as a TV/movie character or an actor/actress, Blockbuster wants a picture for their Halloween Costume Contest on Flickr. Take a photo of yourself or your costumed child and upload it to Flickr to get a free 30 day subscription to Blockbuster online just for entering…
