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Elementary School Reading Fair Projects That Rock

Posted on January 21, 2013January 23, 2024 by Mandy

Looking for elementary school reading fair projects that rock?  Take a look at these!  One of the highlights of last week (besides the “mini ice event”) was our school district’s reading fair.  I was really impressed with the elementary school reading fair projects from last year, but I was completely blown away by the amazing ones this year, too!

I had the pleasure of helping judge the group and family reading fair projects division this year and it was so much fun.  Since I had such a great response from sharing last year’s elementary school reading fair projects, I’m going to post some I was really impressed with this year.

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL READING FAIR PROJECTS THAT ROCK!

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Pinkalicious- Pink Around The Rink–  This one took first place in the third grade division.  It was adorable and totally depicted what the book was about.

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Arthur and the Big Snow– This is a story board that also took first place, but I can’t remember which grade level it was.

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Keena Ford and the Secret Journal Mix-Up

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Drizzle– This project took first place in the 4th and 5th grade division.  It was something you really had to see to appreciate.  That huge umbrella actually turns around!  I loved it so much that I can’t wait to read this book.  To me, being able to make someone want to read the book is a sign of a great reading fair project!

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David Goes To School– I just love the little “David” books by David Shannon.  I believe this was one of the first-grade projects.

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Pinocchio– This one took first place in one of the lower-grade divisions.

I have a few more to share, and I will do that later in the week.  There were just so many great-looking storyboards that I had to take a ton of pictures.

Ready to start your reading fair project?  Check out these posts for more great elementary reading fair project inspiration.  Be sure to follow me on Pinterest, and never miss a reading fair update!

Where To Buy Razor Scooters

Posted on January 21, 2013January 10, 2016 by Mandy

One of the best presents my son got last Christmas was a Razor scooter.  He has enjoyed many, many hours riding up and down the street and the driveway.  I think they are great for teaching kids balance and, of course, providing a great form of exercise.  He just think it’s a whole lot of fun.  When I was growing up, we didn’t have scooters.  It makes me wish I was a kid again sometimes because it looks like so much fun.

Skate Hut has a wide variety of Razor scooters for sale, along with a wide selection of accessories like quad clamps and ripstick wheels to trick out your scooter and make it perform the way you want.  For those just beginning to learn to ride, they also have a great selection of scooters in a variety of colors to make anyone happy.  They also sell the electric Razor scooter and the Razor Dirt Quad.  I can see my son definitely wanting something like the Dirt Quad when he is a little older. 

I think one of the best things about the Razor scooter is that it’s something your child will use for many years.  Most of the time when you buy something for a kid to ride on, they eventually outgrow it or it’s no longer considered cool to use.  I often see older kids in our neighborhood riding on their Razor scooters, so I’m pretty sure my son will continue to use his for many years to come, although he may want a newer model at some point.  That’s perfectly fine with me, because I think the Razor scooter is a great investment for a whole lot of fun.

 

This compensated post was brought to you by Skate Hut.

We Survived Winter Storm Iago

Posted on January 20, 2013January 10, 2016 by Mandy

I don’t exactly recall when The Weather Channel started naming winter storms, but I am so happy to report that we survived Winter Storm Iago here in the Mississippi Delta.  The sleet started close to lunch on Monday and was coming down pretty good, so school let out early.  By the time the kids were all gone and I had made it to my my car, it looked a little something like this on my windshield:

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It wasn’t such a bad ride home (36 miles).  Naturally, I made a stop to the store for the essentials (bread and milk), picked up the kid at my parent’s house (his school got out early, also) and headed home to prepare to celebrate like a true Southerner when it snows.  Which looks like this:

south snow milk bread

Only?  That didn’t happen.  When we woke up Tuesday, it was still a little icy out, but the roads were clear and school was NOT called off (darn!!!), so back we went to work and school.

Until…..the sleet started coming down really good again close to lunch, so they turned school out early again (whoop! whoop!) and the ride home from work was really scary.  The roads had already iced over pretty good and what should have been a 30 minute drive took me a little over an hour.  However, the kid’s school was still in session, so I was able to pick him up.  Here’s the view from the carpool line:

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So, I just KNEW we would be out of school on Wednesday, and I wasn’t able to sleep well at all that night.  I woke up at 5 AM to check for school cancellations and was sorely disappointed to find that no, we were STILL going to school.  Apparently, the roads were fine.  So off we went.  The ice started melting during the day and that was the end of our big ice storm. 

Thursday?  Everyone SOUTH of us got the snow.  Grrrrr!!!

Of course, I would have much rather had a day or two off for a “snow day”, but we had a really, really bad ice storm back in 1994 (no power for 2 weeks!!), so I am thankful that we didn’t lose power and it wasn’t worse than what it was.  Also, since we went to school 60% of those two days, we don’t have to make up any days. 

Varicose Vein Treatment Options- Vein Clinics of America

Posted on January 19, 2013January 10, 2016 by Mandy

Let’s face it, varicose and spider veins can make anyone feel self-conscious about their appearance.  If you are a woman, you might find yourself avoiding certain styles of dress in order to hide your legs.  However, the real problem with these conditions is that they often cause pain and swelling, fatigue, and itching and burning that just gets worse over time.  If you are on your feet for long periods of time, this can certainly interfere with how well you feel during the day.

If you have very noticeable varicose veins in your legs, you’ve probably thought about treatment to correct the problem and wonder, is it affordable? The great thing about receiving treatment at a Vein Clinics of America clinic is that they meet with you to personally review your insurance benefits with you to help you make the best choice for treatment.

Vein issues aren’t just limited to your legs, however.  As we age, the skin on our hands can stretch and relax, causing veins to appear larger. Veins can also appear more pronounced on the facial area.   Some people also deal with deep vein thrombosis, which can be a very serious condition.  If you have noticeable veins, it’s definitely worth a trip to a medical professional at the Vein Clinics of America to get yourself checked out.

Vein Clinics of America has many locations nationwide. The Dallas varicose vein treatment center is closer to me regionally, but their many locations make it convenient for anyone to seek treatment.

VCA

Valentine’s Day Card Giveaway- Day2Day Printing

Posted on January 19, 2013September 27, 2017 by Mandy

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I’m a big fan of greeting cards!  I love receiving them in the mail and it makes me feel great knowing someone was thinking of me.  Day2Day Printing is an award-winning printing company that can cover any of your printing needs, from greeting cards, banners, and posters to business cards, brochures, and more. Need a custom job?  They can provide you with a quote on that, too.  When you want the job done professionally and right, Day2Day Printing can deliver.

With Valentine’s Day coming up, perhaps you might want to send your friends and family a little note letting them know you are thinking of them.  Maybe you are a business owner and want to make your customers feel special that day.  With their convenient postcard printing online option, you can find the perfect postcard to send your Valentine’s Day wishes.

 

FREE!

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Right now, you can get 15 FREE Valentine’s Day postcards at Day2Day Printing.  Just pay a $6 flat rate shipping fee.  These postcards are super cute, you can choose from 12 different designs, and they are sure to make anyone smile!

Be sure to check out Day2Day Printing on Facebook  to stay in the know about special offers and discounts.

 

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I was provided compensation to facilitate this post.  Day2Day Printing provided the winner of this giveaway with 30 free holiday cards.

Farm Living Ain’t The Life For Him

Posted on January 14, 2013January 20, 2024 by Mandy

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E.B. got to go to a birthday party this weekend for a friend and the party was a farm theme.  He was so excited because the kids were able to take a spin on a real tractor and check out other farm equipment.  Later that evening, my mom called to see if he had a good time and asked him a few questions.

MOM….”I’m so glad you had fun!  Do you want to be a farmer now when you grow up?”

EB……”NOOOO!!!  I don’t want to be a “cropper”!!  It’s the hardest job in the world ever and it would take me HOURS to finish all those fields and it never ends!!!”

So, at the tender age of 7, my son definitely knows he doesn’t want to be a “cropper” when he grows up.  I’m also pretty sure I never have to worry about him becoming addicted to Farmville when he’s old enough to use Facebook, either.

It’s National Milk Day

Posted on January 11, 2013January 10, 2016 by Mandy

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Today is National Milk Day, a day set aside to commemorate the first delivering of milk to homes in sterilized glass bottles in 1878.  Up until that time, milk was delivered by horse-drawn carts to homes and there was no refrigeration, making daily deliveries a must.  This method also wasn’t very sanitary.  Milk has come a long, long way since then!

Now fresh milk is just a grocery store away, but it still has to be kept cold and used by a certain date.  If you love the idea of having milk on hand anytime without having to worry about keeping it chilled or using it within a week or so, then shelf safe milk is a great alternative.  It’s Grade A, contains no added preservatives, and never has to be refrigerated until it’s opened.  It’s milk unleashed!

 

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Today, many major milk brands are offering single-serve sizes of shelf stable milk that can be stored in the pantry for up to 6 months without refrigeration.  This is the ultimate in convenience!  Whether you are at home or on the go, it’s fresh and ready to drink; just chill and serve.  Shelf safe milk is also great to have on hand in case of emergencies, or even if you just forget to pick up a fresh gallon of milk at the store.  I’ve personally tried the Horizon Organic Chocolate Milk and can tell you it’s delicious! 

For more information on how milk is made shelf safe, visit www.milkunleashed.com.

 

I was provided with product samples to facilitate my post.  All opinions are my own.

Homework Is Such A Snore

Posted on January 10, 2013January 10, 2016 by Mandy

sleeping child

 

Monday night I was folding laundry while E.B. was doing his homework.  I came back into the kitchen and found this.  I’m sure it had nothing to do with getting back on schedule after Christmas break.

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