Author Archives: Amanda

BOOK REVIEW: The Dragon and the Turtle Go On Safari by Donita Paul and Evangeline Denmark

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The Dragon and the Turtle Go On Safari by Donita K. Paul and Evangeline DenmarkIllustrated by Vincent NguyneGenre: Juvenile FictionISBN 978-0-307-44645-9 The Dragon and the Turtle helps children learn how to conquer their fears while going on exciting adventures with Roger (the turtle) and his best friend Padraig (the kitten-sized dragon). In the book, Roger and Padraig go on a camping adventure together where they are bound and determined to spend the entire night outside. They use their vivid imaginations and find all sorts of things to be afraid of, but in the end, their strong friendship is what helps … Continue reading →

Disney on Ice presents Disney•Pixar’s Toy Story 3

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Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3 is coming to the Roger’s Center in Toronto on March 15-20, 2011. My family and I went to see Disney on Ice over the holidays and it was one of the most magical experiences I’ve ever had with my kids (5yrs and 2 yrs). I will hold the memories we made there forever in my heart! The excitement, the music, the joy, it was all just….simply magical! I have no doubt that Disney on Ice: Toy Story 3 will be no different as far as the magic and excitement goes! We will be hosting … Continue reading →

BetterWorldBooks.com now offers free shipping everywhere in the world.

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We’ve learned of a new site you can purchase books, both new and used, at! It’s called Better World Books. There’s a reason why you should consider buying books at Better World Books next time you are looking to purchase a book! Read on…. They are now offering FREE SHIPPING everywhere in the world! That is unique, not many places offer that. Better World Books is a self-sustaining, for-profit social venture whose mission is to capitalize on the value of the book to fund literacy initiatives locally, nationally and around the world. They partner with nearly 1400 libraries and over … Continue reading →

Free Sample Pack from Oliver’s Labels!

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As some of you may know, I’m an Oliver’s Labels Agent. I really love Oliver’s Labels! My favourite part about them is their unique “Found It” system that allows you to put a tracking code on your labels that allows your items to be tracked back to you if they get lost! If you take advantage of this amazing offer and you love your labels as much as I do. I’d love for you to come back here to my site and click on my sidebar to order your labels using me as your Agent! That would be awesome 🙂 … Continue reading →

Amazing Offer by PeachBuy.com tomorrow!!!

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You will want to head on over to PeachyBuy.com tomorrow for an amazingly sticky deal! I can’t tell you exactly what is going on, but let’s just say that it is so good that if you’ve got kids (especially young ones) you won’t want to miss out, I promise! You can come back here tomorrow to check out exactly what the deal is! Oh and if you go over to PeachyBuy.com now, you can get yourself all set up and subscribed for great mom-friendly deals! That way you’ll be all set up for tomorrow.

Information: Avoid landfills! Use Make the Drop Now

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Up until now, we used to have to drop off our used batteries at a hazardous waste facility. We had to wait for specific days and specific hours. This meant that for our family, our batteries piled up and piled up and about once a year, I made the trek over to the facility to make a huge drop off. Well, this is no longer the case! Ontario Residents can now visit Make The Drop to find many locations that are now accepting used batteries including participating stores such as Home Depot, Best Buy and Future Shop to name just … Continue reading →

Book Review: Amazing Cows by Sandra Boynton

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Shortly after my first child was born, we were introduced to Sandra Boynton, an amazingly fun, creative and talented children’s author. Almost immediately, Moo, Baa, La La La, The Belly Button Book, Barnyard Dance, Snuggle Puppy and Blue Hat, Green Hat became regular favourites in our house. I was super excited when Amazing Cows was released because it is slightly more unique than her other books. It is a collection of cow stories, poems, jokes a comic book and lots of fun! There are even many of Boynton’s other adorable animal friends like chickens, sheep and hippos involved in this … Continue reading →

Recipe: Pork Souvlaki

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Pork Souvlaki 3 lb pork tenderloin cut into small cubes Marinade: 1/2 cup lemon juice1/2 cup cup olive oil4 cloves garlic, rasped (or minced or finely diced)2 Tbsp dried oregano1/2 tsp each salt and pepper Directions:Combine marinade together and add pork. Refrigerate for up to 24 hours, stirring occasionally. To Cook:Grease a cookie sheet with oil and spread pork on sheet, brushing some marinade over top of pork. Cook in oven using broiler for approximately 12 minutes, turning half way. Serve WithGreek SaladWarmed Pitas brushed with olive oil, dusted with Parmesan cheeseGreek Lemon Potatoes (recipe to come) Night One:Pork Souvlaki … Continue reading →

Book Review: Coloring Outside Autism’s Lines by Susan Walton

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Coloring Outside Autism’s Lines: 50+ Activities, Adventures, and Celebrations for Families with Children with Autism by Susan Walton (Sourcebooks; ISBN: 978-1-4022-4120-8; TP $14.99; November 2010) This book has been written by Susan Walton to help bring some fun and adventure into the lives of families who have a child or children with autism. Coloring Outside Autism’s Lines has more than 50 activities and suggestions for fun filled adventures for families with children with autism. The pure focus of this book is fun, fun and more fun! Of course, all new adventures require some planning. In Chapter 1, Walton walks parents … Continue reading →

Today is Family Literacy Day!

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Today is Family Literacy Day! Family Literacy Day takes place every year on January 27th. It is a day to mark on our calendars where we can celebrate reading and learning together. One thing that I like to do with my 5 year old is bake. We read the recipes together and whip up muffins, cookies, cakes galore. Literacy is all around us. From the signs on the roads to the signs that tells us what store we are shopping at to the words on the food items that are in our grocery cart. Then at home, we can read … Continue reading →