A Sense of the Resurrection: An Easter Experience for Families

If you are looking for some fun and meaningful activities leading up to Easter for your entire family, take a look at A Sense of the Resurrection: An Easter Experience for Families. 

A Sense of the Resurrection: An Easter Experience for Families contains 12 fun, hands-on, easy, meaningful activities to help your kids come face to face with the Easter story.

In my opinion, just 12 activities is perfect because it's a busy time of year with school and other events.  The lessons are short and sweet and recommended for all ages. So you could use it during the last 12 days leading up to Easter or spread it out to a few days a week through the whole Lenten season.  

The activities are really neat, like baking bread for the Last Supper and feet washing, which creates great memories for families.

The booklet does touch on the subject of Jesus' death and resurrection so Amanda has included a helpful page about how to best talk to your children about this hard to tackle subject.

This simple eBook includes printables, Scriptures, and specific conversation and starting points so you and your kids can get a sense of the resurrection. 

Find Out More: A Sense of the Resurrection: An Easter Experience for Families is available as a downloadable eBook for just $9.99. But wait...use code OURHOMESCHOOL for 20% through 4/15/17!!

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Please leave a comment telling me why you would like to win A Sense of the Resurrection: An Easter Experience for Families and I will pick a winner on Monday, April 3, 2017.

Contest ends on Monday, April 3, 2017 at 11:59 EST.  The winner will be chosen by Random.org.  This contest is open to U.S. residents who are 18 or older.  If I am unable to reach the winner by email within 48 hours, an alternate winner will be selected.  Your entry is only valid if you include a way for me to contact you (either an email address in your comment or on your profile).  The winner's name will be obtained and publicly announced.  The number of eligible entries determines the odds of winning.  No purchase is necessary to win and this contest is void where prohibited by law.

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Loved + Blessed Review and Giveaway!

I am so excited to share about this wonderful company!  Their mission is pretty simple - they want all women to know that they are loved and blessed.

Loved + Blessed is a monthly subscription service. Each month you receive a small box filled with items to encourage and comfort.

My Masterpiece Box contained the following:

* Mini Poster
* Sticker
* Scripture Card
* Keepsake Theme Card
* Set of Color Pencils
* Coloring Page
* Picture Frame

Each box will contain a different mini poster, sticker, scripture card, and theme card, along with a special gift that reflects the theme. For my Masterpiece Box, it was the colored pencils, coloring page, and frame. Other boxes have included a items like jewelry, stationary, home decor, music CDs, and more.

I think this is such a wonderful idea!  And it would make a great gift to give someone else!  Maybe someone who is in need of a little encouragement! This simple gift could brighten their day.

Signing up is easy. Just join, subscribe, and wait for your box to arrive. Subscriptions can be month to month, 3-month, 6-month, or 12-month. Month to month subscriptions can be cancelled at any time.

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Find Out More:  You can find out more online at Loved + Blessed. A Month to Month Subscription is just $10, 3-Month is $28.99, 6-Month is $55.99, and 12-Month is $109.99. You can also give the gift of encouragement to someone else. And lastly, if you missed out on a previous months box, you can order it in The Shop.

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Jesus Today Review and Giveaway!

Jesus Today, by the bestselling author of Jesus Calling, is a wonderful book of devotions for kids. Each devotion is based on Scripture and is written as though Jesus is speaking directly to you and your child.

This book is great for ages 6-10 and easy for children to read on their own. Each of the 150 devotions is laid out on a two-page spread, one page with the devotion and one with Bible verses.  The hardbound book is adorable and the pages are slick with large print.

The author is clear with the message that Jesus died for our sins and that we can ask Him to be our Savior. Jesus Today was written to remind children that Jesus is with us, by our side, all the time.

This sweet devotional for kids is the perfect gift for any child.  I would highly recommend it. We already own Jesus Calling: 365 Devotions for Kids, which is more for ages 8-12, so this is great for the youngers.

Find Out More: You can find out more online at Amazon.  Jesus Today sells for just $11.76 for the hardcover book or $9.99 for the Kindle version.  You can also get more information on Facebook and Twitter.

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NIV Bible for Teen Girls Review and Giveaway!!

NIV Bible for Teen Girls is just that...a Bible designed just for teen girls ages 13-18.  It's packed with daily readings, highlighted promises of God, challenging insights, smart advice, and open discussions about the realities of life.

A Bible designed to help teen girls grow in faith, hope, and love!

NIV Bible for Teen Girls is beautifully hardbound with a cover girls will enjoy and a format that is easy to read and understand.

Some features that I like:

* Clear and simple Book Introductions

* 50 Character Profiles of Women of the Bible

* Daily Devotions for Growing in Faith Hope and Love. Many of these are written by popular Christian female authors including Bethany Hamilton, Annie Downs, and more.

* Highlighted verses worth remembering throughout

* A Topical Index and Concordance

Find Out More:  You can find out more online at Zondervan.  The NIV Bible for Teen Girls is just $29.99 and would make a wonderful gift!  You can also find Zondervan on Facebook and Twitter.

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Mighty Mug Review and Giveaway!

Now I've seen it all!  I just had the opportunity to review the coolest product ever!  A must-have for anyone who takes drinks on the go, whether coffee or water!

It's the Mighty Mug!

The Mighty Mug "is the world's only mug that grips to your desk when knocked into, but lifts naturally."

You really have to see it to believe it, so here is a short video showing how the mug works.

Pretty neat, huh?!

The Mighty Mug is currently available in a 16oz size, which I received, and a smaller 11oz, which fit under most single serve coffee machines.

The Mighty Mug has SmartGrip Technology that keeps the mug upright to avoid spills and leaks, is BPA free, car cup holder friendly, and most are dishwasher safe.

They come in variety of colors and the stainless steel is double walled, vacuum-insulated to keep beverages warm for up to 6 hours and cold for up to 12 hours.

My daughter and I thought we would make our own video to test it out. See it below. :)  We were impressed that nothing we did was able to tip it over.  Hubby was pretty impressed too. We've never seen anything like it. 

GIVEAWAY!!

Win a FREE Mighty Mug!  One lucky winner chosen at random will receive a $30 gift card to purchase their very own Mighty Mug!

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Find Out More:  You can find out more online at the Mighty Mug.  Mugs range from $16.99 to $24.99.

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Apologetics Study Bible for Students Review & Giveaway

If you are looking for a student study Bible that will ground your child in truths of Scripture and equip them with responses to difficult questions, look no further!

The HCSB Apologetics Study Bible for Students is your answer!  This is a wonderful study Bible for students and all its information is laid out in an organized and easy to understand manner.

This Bible includes a ton of features:

* Holman Christian Standard Bible {HCSB} - a clear contemp English translation
* Includes Book Introductions for each of the 66 books of the Bible
* Study Notes that provide evidence of the reliability and truthfulness of Scripture
* 120 Articles written by leading Christian thinkers dealing with life's questions
* 60 Twisted Scriptures that address ways religious movements distort Scripture
* 50 Bones & Dirt which feature archaeological discoveries
* 50 Notable Quotes from influential people throughout history
* 25 Tactics that will equip students to withstand opposition to Christianity
* 20 Personal Stories that will encourage and strengthen readers in their faith
* 20 Top Five bullet point lists that help students to remember significant apologetics topics

The Bible we received has a beautiful hardbound cover and very student friendly. My favorite sections in this Bible are the Book Introductions and Twisted Scripture.  It's chocked full of information with just about every page turn. My daughter and I can really dig deep into topics that are either confusing or ones she just wants more information about.

If you have questions about certain Bible Truths, there are some additional Partner Resources online. Sean McDowell has shared 16 teaching videos that help answer some tough questions.  Is Jesus the Only Way? If God made the Universe, then who made God? How do I know God's will for my life? These videos are short and very helpful and informative.

You can also enter to win a free Bible, a mini Apologetic library, or even a free trip for two to NCAA in the Confident Faith Sweepstakes online!

Find Out More:  You can find out more online at Apologetics Bible.  The HCSB Apologetics Study Bible for Students is $34.99 for the hardcover and $22.99 for the paperback.

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Hillsong United Empires CD Giveaway!!

EMPIRES is the story of two worlds. Our prayer and desire has been to simply create the most honest project we could. Songs that seek to listen first, and then with God’s breath speak the good news reality of Jesus and His grace into the dichotomy, tension and hopeful-collision of this broken and fragile world we see here and now, and the unshakable and mysterious reality of the Kingdom we can’t see, but no-less know is here - and NOW.

We really love Hillsong United at our house. "Oceans {Where Feet May Fail}" is a favorite!! That's why I was so excited to get Hillsong United's newest CD, Empires. It just released May 26th, so go out and get yours too.

You also have a chance to win their new CD below!!

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IEW $50 Gift Certificate Giveaway...and MORE!

Last week I had the opportunity to review Fix It! Grammar by IEW. We have continued to use it since my review and are really enjoying it.

This week I'm excited to share that my readers have an opportunity to win a $50 Gift Certificate from IEW that can be used to purchase whatever IEW product you would like!!  We've used many that I would recommend.

In addition to entering the giveaway, IEW is also offering 4 FREE downloads to my readers:

• Reaching the Reluctant Writer
• Nurturing Competent Communicators
• Four Deadly Errors of Teaching Writing
• IEW Recommended Reading List

So if you would like to enter to win a $50 Gift Certificate from IEW and get the 4 FREE downloads, go HERE to enter.



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Lilla Rose GIVEAWAY!!

Last week I posted a Lilla Rose review and this week I'm excited to have the opportunity to host a Lilla Rose GIVEAWAY!!

We are loving our Festive Poinsettia Flexi Hair Clip!  Below you can see a picture of Funny Bunny with it in her hair.

So now you have a chance to win a gift certificate for one item up to $16 from Jennifer's Lilla Rose site!!  Enter below and good luck!!

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A Very 1 Girl Nation Christmas CD GIVEAWAY!!!

I am very excited to be able to host this awesome giveaway for my readers!! Back in September our church hosted a preteen girls conference and 1 Girl Nation was the entertainment the first night and guest speakers the next afternoon.

After the concert the band stayed until every single girl was able to talk with them and get autographs.  Below you can see Funny Bunny talking to each one.

I cannot began to tell you what an inspiration each one of the girls was.  For about an hour they spoke with the audience and answered questions.

Thoughts of an 11-Year Old:  First of all, 1 Girl Nation is my favorite band ever, and they are amazing! It also helps to know that there are great singers out there that glorify God with every song.

Secondly, I was even MORE excited when they came to our church's Heart to Heart Conference and Concert! They sang wonderfully and I was able to meet each one. They also told each of their testimonies and it was fun to have them here with us!

We were all anxiously awaiting the release of A Very 1 Girl Nation Christmas CD. And we got it! I was very excited when we received it in the mail. We quickly listened to it the moment we got in the car. I love it! It was better than I expected. It's a great CD!

I think my favorite song is Joy. I like it when they make up their own songs. I also like A Very A Cappella Christmas Mashup, because it shows each girl's favorite style of singing. And after the 1 Girl Nation concert at church, it was fun to hear a verse and think, "I know who's singing that!"  

Find Out More:  You can find out more online at 1 Girl Nation.  A Very 1 Girl Nation Christmas is just $3.99!!  You can also find them on Facebook.

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Saving Christmas Movie Review & GIVEAWAY!!

Are you tired of the fact that Christmas seems to start earlier year after year? Stores are pulling out the decorations in mid October, Christmas music is playing at the beginning of November.

Christmas is becoming commercialized.

Christmas is about buying gifts and spending money.

People are replacing the phrase "Merry Christmas" with "Happy Holidays" and nativity scenes are being replaced by blowup santas and snowmen.

Have people forgotten the real reason we celebrate CHRISTmas?!   Is Christ pushed to the back while Santa Claus, Rudolph, and Frosty the Snowman are center stage?

Official Synopsis:  This Christmas, have your family join with Kirk Cameron’s family and dive headfirst into all the dancing, celebration, feasting, imagination, and traditions that glorify the true “reason for the season.” Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas is an engaging story that will leave the audience with an understanding of a biblical basis for our celebrations, and the inspiration to stand strongly against a culture that wants to trivialize and eliminate the faith elements of this holy season. So take in the splendor; take in the majesty; take in the story. Take it all in … and let’s put Christ back in Christmas! 

Plot:  While at a Christmas party his sister is hosting, Kirk Cameron realizes his brother-in-law is upset about the commercialization of Christmas and feels everything people do to celebrate Christmas is wrong.  Kirk reveals how Christ is in the center of things like the Christmas Tree and Santa Claus and his brother-in-law ends up seeing everything with a fresh set of eyes.

Topics Discussed:
Why Christmas is celebrated on December 25th
Why we put a tree in our home and decorate it with lights
The story of the real Santa Claus
Why the Wise Men brought Frankincense and Myrrh
The importance of swaddling cloth in the Bible

My Thoughts:  Our family enjoyed this movie but not every family will.  It is rated PG but I don't think it will hold the attention of most younger children.  It is slow to start and most of the movie involves adult conversation, mainly between Kirk and his brother-in-law while sitting in a car outside the party.

It's quirky.  There are awkward pauses.  There are also some pretty controversial topics discussed and I have no doubt many people will not agree with Kirk.  At times it made us laugh and other times we were just staring at each other.  I've read it described as a comedic narrative, and I'd have to say that sounds about right.  If you like quirky and awkward humor, you may like this movie.  We did.

The reason I liked this movie is because it helps us to appreciate what we have and reminds us that Christ can be to center of all of our "things"...we just have to look for Him.

Find Out More:  You can find out more online at Saving Christmas.  Kirk Cameron's Saving Christmas will be in theaters November 14th.  You can also find him on Facebook.

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Free and Frugal Homeschooling: Tips {Giveaway}

Welcome to the last day of my 5 Days of Free and Frugal Homeschooling!!  I hope you have enjoyed this series.

Today I'm going to be sharing some FREE and FRUGAL Homeschooling Tips!

If you missed it, here are the first four days along with their GIVEAWAYS, which at the time of this post, are still all open, so go and enter!!

Day 1 - Curriculum Plans and a Giveaway
Day 2 - Books and a Giveaway 
Day 3 - Printables and Planners and a Giveaway
Day 4 - Educational Online Games and a Giveaway

So here are a few Tips on Homeschooling FREE and Frugal:

Use the Library - If you have a well stocked public library nearby, this is a cheap way to find all those books on your reading list.  Also, take advantage of their inter-library loan system.

Buy Used, Swap, or Borrow - Buy, swap, or borrow from friends or shop your local used curriculum sale if you have one. 

Shop Sales - Buy school supplies when everything is on sale, and during the tax-free weekend if your state offers it.

Shop Online - I have found that if I can't find something used, I may be able to find it cheaper on Amazon or Books-A-Million.  Both offer free shipping if you buy over $25 and Books-A-Million and Barnes & Noble both have a 20% off educators discount for teachers. You just have to sign up for the card and then register the card number to your account.

Join a Co-op - Co-ops offer support and ideas that you would not have available otherwise.

Hand Down and/or Combine Kids- We only have one child so we sell things after we use them, unless they would be a good resource for the future or they were consumable.  But for bigger families, hand down books and curriculum to younger siblings or if they are close in age, combine their work.

Search FREE Sites - If I can find a free online site that has games, resources, or materials, I will try and incorporate it into our schedule. I try not to use too many, but they break up our day for time to time.

Netflix - Last year we decided to cancel our Direct TV and get only our local channels and Netflix. We LOVE Netflix!! There are many educational movies on there and you could probably find something to go along with any topic you are learning.

Amazon Prime - We don't have Amazon Prime at the moment but I've thought of getting it for the instant streaming of movies and TV episodes. Plus, there are over 350,000 Kindle titles to borrow for free. Still something we are thinking about.

Here are a few links to sites that help make Homeschooling FREE and Frugal

Homeschool Classifieds
Homeschool Buyers Co-op
Vegsource 
The Well-Trained Mind
FreeCycle
Ebay
Amazon
Barnes & Noble

The last of some great sites that offer free printables and more

Freely Educate
The Old Schoolhouse Magazine

GIVEAWAY #5

In keeping with the Free and Frugal Homeschooling theme, I'll be giving away some of my favorite homeschool products this week!!

Today you can enter to win a Six Month Membership to Reading Eggs AND An Autographed Copy of A Cry From Egypt!!

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