#LeapFrogParty was Hopping!! & LeapPad Wowed

The LeapPad is the must have toy for the Holiday Season!! With that said while purchasing it buy the AC adapter for home use and rechargeable batteries for on the go. It will save you time later because it will be used that much.

On Sept 27, the Leap Pad from Leap Frog arrived and I put it up till I had a minute to look it over with my son. The next day my son was home from school with strep throat and I also had it, we cuddled up and begin exploring the Leap Pad. WOW!! this little kids toy holds bundles of activites. No waste of money here this product is a cover it all product. A library of 100+ cartridge games, apps, digital books, videos and flash cards (sold separately) and it works with all Leapster Explorer games and apps.

First he had to explore the camera & video apps with 5" touch screen. My own little photographer and video maniac. We created personalized backgrounds & photos while adding our names. I adore the vocabulary lesson and the letter tracing. Games, book download, pet center, drawing center. My son loves the drawing center and his artwork has taken off with it.

Unfortunately, the device could not be connect before the party for me to get apps. It's was programed to reset, so I didn't want that to happen. Apps cost $19.99 and I can't wait for my son to try Alphabet Stew, he loves to practice spelling. The LeapPad is not just a toy it's a learning tool, with age appropriate lessons and games wrapped up just the way children like it. It ranks number 1 on my Christmas list for children and probably explains why my local Walmart has devoted an entire shelf with LeapPads on it.

After getting familiar with the products it was time to share with our guests at our Learn, Share, Create Party. Once the children got a hold of the LeapPad, they were in the zone so to speak. Moms tested it too and watched their children use it. It was very popular, no doubt. The children also enjoyed playing with the Leap Frog Interactive Map, Tag Books & Tag Pen. We printed frog mask for our guest to color. We also had activity sheets, coloring pages, and guests carried coupons home with them provided by sponsor.

Party Gusts were served a variety of special treats including Swamp Juice, Frog Cupcakes, Insect Cookies, Logs and Frog Egg Marshmallows. Can't forget popcorn, it makes you hop better. Frog on a log cupcake tops the cake with grass, water, Lily Pads. Printable frogs adorn the drink cups.

We retreated out side to give the little frogs some jumping room. We had frog hop races a short legged frog race & a long jump frog race. Played Frog in the pen and then we even played LeapFrog. The adults had to do it too, I may have to share that video. While winding up the play the children jumped on the trampoline and showed their best frog impersonations. Guest left happy and hoppy with special party favors I purchased for each of them. Our #LeapFrogParty was Hopping!! & LeapPad Wowed.

Disclosure: I was supplied with LeapFrog products to keep while participating in Mommy Parties in order to host and share with party guests. All opinions are my own.

Kids Party World - Party Supplies

Kids Party World has a huge selection of party supplies and Kids Party Themes. I discovered they have fun unique Birthday Party Supplies and Pinatas and Games that is unavailable at many other party stores.

Kids Party World also carries a variety of cake decorations, cupcake stand kit, cake and cupcake toppers. You can see below just a small selection of themes at Kids Party World.

It's does not have to be a birthday for my boys to enjoy a party. They are always ready to celebrate and love decorating for parties. Kids Party World sent my family some Scooby Doo Supplies. My boys love the Scooby Ears, they are simply adorable and very fun for children than a traditional party hat.

KidsPartyWorld.com is the largest supplier of children's birthday party supplies in all of New England. State of the art, climate controlled 7,000 sq. foot warehouse is a kid's birthday party supplies universe. Check out Kids Party World for a creative touch for your upcoming party.

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Disclosure: Company or PR provided me with a complimentary product for trial. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own.

Pocoyo "Let's Party! DVD Giveaway

IT'S PARTY TIME WITH POCOYO

Pocoyo loves to celebrate and is ready for any kind of party. Pocoyo new DVD "Let’s Party!" is available. Just in time here too cause it is Birthday Month!! yes my baby will turn 2. Both my boys watched the new DVD and loved it. My 4 year old really took more to it, but we call him party boy any how. He also loves parties and making party decorations too.

To create your very own Pocoyo party theme, to celebreate any event visit entertainmentthateducates.com. Pocoyo party activity pages for FREE, including party coasters, party invitations and party hats & more!

 Additional June celebrations! Get together with your best friend to watch “Let’s Party” and celebrate “BestFriends Day” on June 8 and celebrate the longest day of the year, “SummerSolstice” on June 21st with a backyard camping party! And don’t forget Father’s Day on June 19th! There are a lot of reasons to have a party!

Watch Pocoyo on Nick Jr., Univision and PBS!

ABOUT THE DVD:
Pocoyo is a curious little boy with a big personality. He explores the world around him by creating great adventures with his friends Pato, Elly, Loula and Sleepy Bird. Join the party with Pocoyo and his friends as they celebrate a birthday party, a welcome home party, a tea party and other adorable adventures that encourage learning through laughter in “Let’s Party.”

“Let’s Party” is available at major retailers and online. SRP $12.99 (ages 2+). The 90-minute DVD includes the following Pocoyo episodes (and Spanish track): To purchase a DVD, please visit www.ncircleentertainment.com/Content/NCpocoyo

Who's on the Phone
Whale's Birthday
Pocoyo's Puppet Show
Party Pooper
Everybody's Present
Pocoyo's Present
The Great Race
Elly's Tea Party
Pato Underwater
Baby Bird Bother
A Present for Elly
Farewell Friends

WIN:
One reader will win the Pocoyo “Let’s Party” DVD.

RULES:
Contest closes 11:59pm Eastern June 21, 2011.
Open US winner has 2 days to respond to my email
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Mandatory:
*Visit Pocoyo party activity pages and tell me your favorite activity.

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 *“Like” Pocoyo on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pocoyo

*Visit www.pocoyoworld.com tell me what you like or Register (1 entry for each)

*“Pocoyoize “yourself!: http://www.pocoyize.com/ (English and Spanish)

*Follow all three on twitter & tweet: "#Win Pocoyo "Let's Party!" DVD @ThreeSixtyPR @Pocoyo_US @lifesandcastle http://t.co/OCf82iT 6/21 #giveaway #contest" (1 entry daily)

* Which character is your's/child's favorite

* Follow Life Is A SandCastle Google Friend Connect

*Blog about the giveaway link to this page (5entries)

*Add this giveaway to a contest linky & leave link (3 entries each link, up to 3contest listings)

*Enter (Current) The Night Owl Mama or giveaways on my site- one entry for each you enter.

*Grab the "Hotter Than Summer" Button @ top left side of my blog (2 entries) But if you already had it and commented on extra entry link before May 1, you get (5 entries).

Additional Pocoyo information from sponsor: 
Recognized as a global hit property, POCOYO airs in the U.S. on Nick Jr., Univision and PBS. POCOYO has generated more than 400 million hits on YouTube® (http://www.youtube.com/pocoyo) and has amassed more than27.5 million content downloads from the official POCOYO website (www.pocoyo.com) since the CGI animated television series first debuted in the UK in 2005. Currently licensed for airing in over 150 territories worldwide, POCOYO has earned a host of international accolades including the prestigious BAFTA (British Academy of Film and Television Arts) for Best Animated Preschool Series, three Pucinella Prizes at Italy’s Cartoons on the Bay Festival and Best TV Series at the AnnecyInternational  Animation Film Festival in France.

POCOYO’scorresponding online virtual world, Pocoyoworld.com, has attracted more than 11million unique visitors, enabling children and care-givers to share a host of fun and educational activities with their favorite POCOYO characters. In addition, the Pocoyize application, which allows users to create their own POCOYO-style avatar, complete with personalized hair style, skin and eye color and clothes, has proven to be a huge hit both online and via iPhone® with approximately 11 million people Pocoyized to date. The Pocoyize iPhone application has received an impressive 550,000 downloads in the United States alone, in addition to being a Top 5 seller in both Spain and Japan.

Disclosure: Company or PR provided me with a complimentary product for trial and provided a giveaway. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own.

Lifetime 6ft Folding Picnic Table Review & Giveaway

Lifetime is a trusted brand that has a long history of strong durable products to fit the lifestyle of their consumers. Lifetime began in 1986 as a basketball company. In the 25 Year history the company perfected & transcend pass basketball hoops and introduced the world to the first polyethylene folding table. Lifetime has continued to keep consumers lifestyles in mind with playground equipment, sheds, kayaks and more, with products sold in 58 countries.

I knew of some of Lifetime Products, but little did I know of the wide array of products they actually make.  I was on my way in to my local grocery store and I saw they had a new picnic table. I walked up to take a better look, because I really liked what I saw and wanted to see if it was for sale. It was for store use.

The 6 foot Lifetime Picnic Table top is made of high-density polyethylene, steel frame, stain resistant, 2-year limited warranty. It can easily seat 8 people and folds flat for storage. The Center can hold an umbrella, for family fun in the shade. This Lifetime Picnic table is a must have for family barbecues, Memorial Day cookouts, and the 4th of July. So many special events I plan to share with my family using the the Lifetime picnic table including a birthday party in June.

The Lifetime Picnic Table was easy to assemble, no special tools just a Phillips screwdriver. My husband did most of the work himself. Twice he asked me to hold the brace and J channels so he could align them. It took about 30 mins to assemble, the instructions manual was easy to follow, and the setup was easy. In order to hang for storage, requires two adults, (it's heavy) & for safety.

Congratulations to Lifetime on their 25 Year Celebration and a special thanks to Lifetime for sponsoring "Hotter Than Summer Event." Pretty cool because one of my readers will have the chance to win the same Lifetime 6ft Folding Picnic Table I've reviewed!! Plus check out the Lifetime Blog for news and more opportunities to win. www.lifetime365.com

RULES:
Contest closes 11:59pm Eastern June 19, 2011.
Open United States winner has 2 days to respond to my email
Leave your email in to post or available in profile, I will not search for it

MUST complete Mandatory Entry. Winner will be chosen by random org. Entries that does not follow the rules will not win.

Mandatory Entry *Follow Life Is A SandCastle via Google Friend Connect  & visit Lifetime and let me know another product you like, you must leave link so I can view.

********EXTRA ENTRIES***********
*Blog about the giveaway linking Lifetime & Life Is A SandCastle (5entries)
* Follow both on twitter & tweet " #giveaway Lifetime 6' Folding Picnic Table @Lifetime365 @lifesandcastle http://t.co/J1GsH0m #win "Hotter Than Summer" 6/19" (1 daily)
*Become a Lifetime Products facebook fan. http://www.facebook.com/#!/lifetimeproducts (1 entry)
*Become a Lifetime Store (Located in Utah) facebook fan. http://www.facebook.com/#!/lifetimestore (1 entry)
*Become my face book fan. (1 entry)
*Subscribe to my blog by email. (1 entry)
*Enter one giveaway at The Night Owl Mama (1 entry)
*Grab the "Hotter Than Summer" Button @ top left side of my blog (2 entries) But if you already had it and commented on extra entry link before May 1, you get (5 entries).
*Add this giveaway to a contest linky & leave link (3 entries each link, up to 3contest listings)

Disclosure: Lifetime provided me with a complimentary product for trial and provided a giveaway. No other compensation was received and all opinions are my own.

Farm Rich Review & Giveaway

Entertaining guest for the holiday or preparing meals for the family, Farm Rich products are a crowd pleaser. I've always been a big fan of their Mozzarella sticks with the dipping marinara sauce. I've tried them cooked in the oven and fried and they are great both ways. My children love their products, especially the Pizzeria Bites.

Farm Rich product are perfect party appetizers fast, easy to fix, and budget friendly. They taste great as is or you can dress them up with dips or try some of the recipes on the Farm Rich site for a special treat. These snacks are widely available at groceries stores and supermarkets.

Farm Rich Foods are great to have on hand in the freezer when a new baby comes. You have little time to cook and this fast wholesome food hits the spot. Several products provide good sources of calcium and protein. With a variety of products your taste buds don't get bored either. I was happy to have food that could go in the oven, no preparation, and out ready to eat.

Thanks to Farm Rich for being a special food sponsor in the holiday gift guide. They sent 3 coupons for my readers for any of their products. 3 WINNERS

RULES:
Contest closes 11:59pm Eastern December 11 2010
Open US & Canada winner has 5 days to respond to my email
Leave your email in to post or available in profile, I will not search for it

MUST complete Mandatory Entry. Winner will be chosen by random org. Entries that does not follow the rules will not win.

Mandatory Entry *Visit Farm Rich and tell me product you love & the link to the product.

********EXTRA ENTRIES***********
*Blog about the giveaway linking Farm Rich & Life Is A SandCastle (5entries)
*Follow Life Is A SandCastle via Google Friend Connect
* Follow my blog on twitter & tweet " #giveaway 3 winners a coupon for Farm Rich Snacks @FarmRichSnacks @lifesandcastle http://t.co/lXZY3n0 #win 12/11" (2 daily)
*Become my face book fan.
*Become Farm Rich Facebook Fan.
*Which Farm Rich Recipe is your favorite
*Subscribe to my blog by email. (2 entries)
*Enter Night Owl Mama or giveaways on my site- one entry for each you enter.
*Comment on one non giveaway post on my site(2 entries)
*Grab the Holiday Gift Button @ top left side of my blog or regular button right side bar (2 entries each)
*Add this giveaway to a contest linky & leave link (3 entries each link, up to 3contest listings)

Disclosure: A product was provided by company or PR  for me to provide my opinion. All opinions are my own.