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Book Nook: First Experiences and The Complete Book of Farmyard Tales

Book Nook: First Experiences and The Complete Book of Farmyard Tales

By Jennifer • on April 20, 2009

First Experiences (C/V) Series: First Experiences Author: Anne Civardi $19.99 • Ages: 3 years and up • Size of book: 8 1/2 x 8 11/2 inches • Pages: 144 • Save $24.92! with this combined

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Freebie Friday: Youth 4 Uganda

Freebie Friday: Youth 4 Uganda

By Tiffany • on March 19, 2009

This contest is closed. Let me set the stage for you: it was October of 2007. It was the beginning of our 4th year in Boone. My husband was in school full-time. Our oldest child had just turned 10 and our second was 8 ½. Bringing up the rear, we had 19-month-old twins. I was working full-time in

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Book Nook: Science in the Kitchen & Giveaway!

Book Nook: Science in the Kitchen & Giveaway!

By Jennifer • on March 2, 2009

THIS CONTEST IS EXTENDED THROUGH FRIDAY Science in the Kitchen Kid Kit (Bag) Series: Usborne Kid Kits Author: Rebecca Heddle Binding ISBN Price KT 978-1-60130-039-3 $11.99 • Ages:

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Children’s Book Nook: How Big is a Million?

Children’s Book Nook: How Big is a Million?

By Jennifer • on February 10, 2009

My name is Jennifer Lawrence, and I have recently became involved with Usborne Books at Home as a consultant. I have never tried to do anything like this before, but it was too good to pass up.  I love children’s books and so do my (almost) 2 year old little girl and my (almost) 6 year old little

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Roberta’s Book Nook: Don’t Worry About Tomorrow

Roberta’s Book Nook: Don’t Worry About Tomorrow

By Sarah • on January 12, 2009

Title: Don’t Worry About Tomorrow Author: Melody Carlson Illustrator: Susan Reagan ISBN: 0-8054-2386-9 (Hardback) $12.99 Cover Price Summary: This book tells the story of a young girl who learns from the birds and flowers that her Heavenly Father loves her and provides for all her needs; thus,

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The Mom Squad’s Family Reading Challenge

The Mom Squad’s Family Reading Challenge

By Sarah • on January 11, 2009

We have been so blessed with the addition of Roberta Edmisten, who writes our bi-monthly book review column!  Her experience as a teacher and love of books come through in each review, and she gives us parents awesome tips to enhance our reading experience. Roberta had the idea to hold a Family Reading

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Roberta’s Book Nook: Leaves, by David Ezra Stein

Roberta’s Book Nook: Leaves, by David Ezra Stein

By Sarah • on November 20, 2008

Please welcome Roberta Edmisten, a former teacher with Watauga County Schools, and proud mommy to a beautiful baby boy! Roberta will be contributing book reviews to the Mom Squad along with some ways you can make the most out of your reading experience. She’ll share some areas to focus on as

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Children’s Book Nook with Black Bear Books: Vacations!

Children’s Book Nook with Black Bear Books: Vacations!

By Sarah • on May 28, 2008

I was so glad to see so many of you looking for alternatives to the in-car DVD player during the last Freebie Friday giveaway! Black Bear Books has got some great options for in-car and in-flight entertainment during your summer travels; including books on CD and activity books for all ages. Books on

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The Book Nook, with Black Bear Books

The Book Nook, with Black Bear Books

By Sarah • on April 7, 2008

Kindergarten and First Grade are such exciting times for parents of young readers and there are so many different titles and resources available for you to explore with your new reader. Don’t feel like you have to give up reading to your children at this age, they’ll still love sharing that time

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