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September 6, 2013 · 8:12 pm

Scholastic, Storybook Treasures, “Don’t Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late” DVD Review and Giveaway!!!

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FROM SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES™ AND BEST-SELLING AUTHOR MO WILLEMS COMES A BRAND-NEW PIGEON AND KNUFFLE BUNNY-FILLED DVD COLLECTION!

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DON’T LET THE PIGEON STAY UP LATE…
AND MORE STORIES BY MO WILLEMS

This latest installment in the nationally acclaimed, multi-award-winning Mo Willems DVD line from SCHOLASTIC STORYBOOK TREASURES™ features three animated adaptations of stories by the New York Times best-selling author:Don’t Let the Pigeon Stay Up Late; Knuffle Bunny Free: An Unexpected Diversion; and Edwina, the Dinosaur Who Didn’t Know She Was Extinct. Narrators for these stories include Cher Willems, John Scieszka and Mo Willems himself.

In the title story, it’s getting dark outside, but one stubborn Pigeon is NOT going to bed! Scholastic has named the original story as one of the best books for kindergartners and first graders, and this animated version stays true to the original, best-selling book. As The New York Times says, “Pigeon can stand toe- to-ideographic-toe with Mickey Mouse and Charlie Brown,” and this story is no exception.”

 FEATURES

  • Read-Along Function
  • Interview with Mo Willems
  • Recipe for Edwina’s chocolate chip cookies 

PROGRAM INFORMATION

Type:  DVD

Running Time: Approx. 31 minutes + extras

Genre: Kids’/Animation

 

Anyone that has a child that never wants to go to bed will really enjoy watching and discussing “Don’t Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late” with their child.  This is an absolutely adorable family DVD that makes an excellent movie night for the youngest set!

 

New Kideo is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own Scholastic Storybook Treasures, “Don’t Let The Pigeon Stay Up Late” DVD!  Thank you New Kideo for the review DVD and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!! Open to US residents.

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October 2, 2011 · 6:02 pm

Tamron AF 18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD AF Lens Review & Giveaway!!! {Giveaway Ended}

I was absolutely ecstatic when Tamron contacted me to do a review on their AF18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD AF Lens.  My Canon 60D is more like an extension of my arm.  Rarely, am I anywhere without my camera.  Most of the time I shoot with a 17-55mm, and zooming requires me to change to my 55-250 mm.  This is good, but not great when you are on the beach and don’t want to chance changing lenses with blowing sand and surf.  On our recent vacation, this was a huge hassle, because I either had to chance changing the lens or try to make it work with one or the other.  Now with this Tamron AF18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD AF Lens, I am able to have the best of both worlds in one lens.

One instance where this lens would have been great, was last year.  My friend and I were on a walk and saw a black bear that was down the road.  My Canon 17-55 mm could not make him more than a black blob in the distance.  This lens would have been perfect.  I took it out today and was very impressed with the lens.  First it is light, which is great because I usually walk with my camera.  I love the range, it really can’t be beat.  The images are sharp, crisp and well focused.  I would not use it as my portrait lens in my studio but as an all around lens, I am very impressed.  I cannot wait to really put this lens through the paces. I look forward to the ability to capture images that would have required me to change lenses.  If you are looking for a great all-purpose lens that will go the distance, then you should try the Tamron AF18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD AF Lens .  The auto focus works great and the vibration compensation mechanism is flawless.  Compatible mounts are Nikon, Canon and Sony.

At the other end of the soccer field.

Now you can without a doubt.

Much better!!!

He came all the way down, he gets some apples.

What’s that?

Aha!!!

What’s out there?

I can see clearly now.

Tamron AF18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di II VC PZD AF Lens for Canon

The Tamron AF18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di-II VC PZD AF Lens for Canon is a 15x high power zoom lens designed exclusively for digital SLR cameras using the more compact (APS-C) digital size image sensors. The focal length of this lens is equivalent to approx. 28-419mm in 35mm format. Designed as an “all-in-one” lens, it will meet almost all photographic opportunities without changing lenses.

The addition of PZD (Piezo Drive) ultrasonic autofocus motor helps make this lens lighter, short and slimmer than any previous lens in this category, and provides faster, quieter auto-focusing.

The VC (Vibration Compensation) mechanism allows the use of shutter speeds that are much slower than otherwise possible, with no perceptible increase in image blur. It automatically detects movement of the camera and compensates for camera shake when shooting a moving object. This feature is a must in a lens with this longer range of focal length.  This lens will focus down to 19.3″ (0.49 m) throughout the zoom range.

This lens is designed exclusively for DSLR cameras with smaller-size sensors. It is NOT compatible with 35mm film cameras and DSLR cameras with image sensors larger than 24 x 16mm.

Compact, lightweight 15x zoom lens
For use with Canon digital SLR cameras
For APS-C image sensor cameras
Vibration Compensation (VC) system is incorporated into the lens
A new level of compactness, performance, and speed is achieved with the addition of PZD (Piezo Drive), an innovative ultrasonic autofocus motor based on an advanced piezoelectric design
Special Glass Optimized for Digital SLR
Three hybrid aspherical lens elements and two LD (Low Dispersion) glass elements are used to accomplish effective compensation of on-axis and lateral chromatic aberrations, a critical factor to enhance the optical quality in digital photography.
Di-II Series Design
Design has been improved by adding a gold-colored band between the focus and zoom rings to enhance the appearance and make it stand out as a Di II lens. The rubber patterns of the zoom and focus control rings have been improved at the same time to compliment the digital camera design style and to provide better handling.
The Give-Away:
Tamron is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own Tamron AF18-270mm
f/3.5-6.3 Di-II VC PZD AF Lens.  Thank you Tamron for the review lens and for sponsoring this awesome giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US Residents.

Tamron AF18-270mm f/3.5-6.3 Di-II VC PZD AF Lens  Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings Rules:
 

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September 29, 2011 · 5:15 pm

Contigo AUTOSEAL® Madison Water Bottle – 24 oz, Review & Giveaway!!! {Giveaway Ended}

Recently, I was sent a green Contigo AUTOSEAL Madison  24 oz. Water Bottle. When my four-year-old saw it, he declared it his, because it was his favorite color.  As we were heading out the door to his soccer game, I happily obliged.  Filling it with fresh ice and water, it took me just a few seconds to show him how to push the button on the back of the lid, so he could drink from it.  He thought that was pretty cool, and it was easy for him to handle.  He showed it to all his team mates and we have been using it ever since.  He even likes to  use it at home.  This bottle has an excellent seal that guarantees no leaks.  I have thrown the bottle in my diaper bag and it has been flipped around and no leaks.  The size is great and the quality is excellent. Comes in great colors, so you are sure to find your favorite. One of the things I really like, is that Contigo only makes BPA-Free Bottles.

Push button to hydrate! Spill- and leak-proof AUTOSEAL® technology offers one-handed convenience, making the AUTOSEAL® Madison Water Bottle perfect for active use. No spouts to open or lids to remove – just press to sip and release to automatically seal.

The AUTOSEAL® Madison Water Bottle is easy to drink from, and easy to carry. It’s the ultimate in on-the-go hydration.
Benefits:

  • 100% BPA free.  No need to worry about the container you are drinking from – Contigo® makes only BPA free bottles.
  • Patented AUTOSEAL® lid is 100% leak-proof and 100% spill-proof.
  • Drinking made easy! Press to sip. Release to seal. AUTOSEAL® automatically seals between sips to ensure no spills.
  • One-handed water bottle operation for on-the-go drinking.
  • Water bottle is made out of Tritan™, which provides high impact resistance and won’t stain or retain odors.
  • Carabiner clip on the handle makes this water bottle easy to carry. Attach it to a bag strap for hands-free portability.
  • Water bottle is top-rack dishwasher safe.
  • Wide opening fits ice cubes.
  • Volume markings help you gauge water intake.
  • 24 oz. size fits most car cup holders.

Volume: 24 oz.
Dimensions: 4.1″ across widest point of lid x 10.3″H x 2.9″ diameter at base

About Contigo AUTOSEAL Products

Contigo® travel mugs and bottles feature the revolutionary new AUTOSEAL® patented technology that automatically seals between sips. The products – to-go coffee mugs, hydration bottles and kids mugs – are 100 percent leak-proof and spill-proof with superior insulation properties and are FDA approved and BPA free. Contigo is a brand of Ignite, a company with a passion for great products. For more information, visit www.gocontigo.com.

I am happy to let you know that Contigo is sponsoring a giveaway on Mommy Ramblings.  One lucky blog reader will win their own Contigo AUTOSEAL Madison  24 oz. Water Bottle.  Thank you Contigo for the review bottle and for sponsoring this great giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!  Open to US Residents.

Contigo AUTOSEAL Madison  24 oz. Water Bottle Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings Rules:

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July 15, 2011 · 3:44 pm

Xyron Create-a-Sticker Max, 1.5″ Create-a-Sticker, and Mega Runner Review & Giveaway!!! {Giveaway Ended}

I was recently sent three great products from Xyron to review.  The first is the Xyron Create-a-Sticker Max.  This large sticker maker does not require electricity, batteries or heat.  Easily create stickers with the Xyron Create-a-Sticker Max.  Safe for kids to use since there is no heat involved and it is so easy and fun. You can make permanent and repositional stickers by using the correct cartridge.  Take a look at what I made:

Xyron Create a Sticker Max

I chose this card stock cut out to make into a sticker.

Place the item in the Xyron Create a Sticker Max.

Start feeding the item through while you turn the dial handle.

As you turn the dial your item will come out the back of the Create a Sticker Max as a sticker.

The trimmer in the back will trim the paper when you pull up and then you are all set.

Now, if you want to make smaller stickers, the 1.5″ Xyron Create a Sticker is what you need.  I was sent this special edition Breast Cancer Research Foundation edition.  It is very easy to operate and also does not require batteries, heat or electricity.  Take a look at how it works:

1.5″ Special Edition Create a Sticker

I chose this cardstock basketball to make into a sticker.

Place the object in the create-a-sticker unit.

Pull and tear.

Rub and then peel the top layer off.

Your sticker is now ready!!!

The third review item is the Xyron Mega Runner.  This nifty gadget will lay down an adhesive as you pull it back and is great for crafts, scrapbooking and many other projects.  It is super easy to use.  I used it to attach some ribbon to a foam sheet.  Take a look:

Xyron Mega Runner

Touch the tip to the surface and pull.

Then I applied the length of ribbon and pressed to secure.

Ribbon is strongly adhered to the foam.

 These three products are so easy to use and will make scrapbooking and crafting a breeze.

So do you like these products?  Then you will be thrilled to know that Xyron is sponsoring a give-away on Mommy Rambligns.  Three lucky blog readers will win their very own Xyron Create a Sticker Max.  Thank you Xyron for the review products and for sponsoring this awesome giveaway on Mommy Ramblings!!!

Xyron Create a Sticker Max Giveaway on Mommy Ramblings Rules:

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