FREE L.A. Area Math Workshop for Kids - May 15, 2010

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FREE Math Workshop in May to Help

Kids Who Suffer From Math Anxiety

A FREE Math Workshop to help kids who are struggling in mathematics will be presented by author and educator RJ Toftness at the Glendale Central Library in Glendale, California on Saturday, May 15th at 1 pm.

Here's what just a few educators are saying about Toftness' ground-breaking book, Unlock The Mystery To Math, which was reviewed by MommyBlogExpert 

I can’t say enough about this book. I have never seen a book that was so simple and comprehensive in explaining basic mathematical principles.

I am retiring from teaching math for 22 years in the Los Angeles Unified School District and wish that this book had been available to me for my entire teaching career.

I think it would have helped many of my students overcome some of their challenges in learning core concepts in basic math up to algebra, geometry and beyond.

It could help to revolutionize the way we teach math in this country.

For more information on the upcoming free workshop event visit math-unlock.com

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National Park Week April 17 - 25 , FREE ACCESS TO ALL PARKS in U.S.

by Janis Brett Elspas

MommyBlogExpert

Our family loves National Parks, National Monuments and all other National Lands.  We've actually been to more than 100 different ones with the kids who are just now reaching their teens.

Pictured here are our four kids several years ago hiking the Cliff Palace Trail to see one of the major ancient Anasazi archeological sites where dwellings are carved out of rock at Mesa Verde National Park in Colorado.

For the last three years we've purchased a $80 Annual National Park Pass which actually will pay for itself after just a few uses, if for example, you use it just 4 times at parks such as Grand Canyon that usually charge $25 per car to enter. 

This week though -- coinciding with Earth Week and the 40th Anniversary of Earth Day which is this Thursday, April 22nd -- ALL families can get into any of America's 392 national parks FREE throughout National Park Week .

The National Park Service has a number of special events nationwide.  In California, in the Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation Area just a 30 minute drive from Los Angeles, there are many activities on the calendar for April and May.  Among historic trails you can walk is one that will lead you to where old Paramount Ranch Studio was located and where many Westerns and television series such as Cisco Kid, MASH, and Dr. Quinn were once filmed.  They also have the Satwiwa Native American Indian Cultural Center where kids can learn about some of the ancient Indian residents and wildlife of this coastal mountain range park.  A fun thing to do that my own family has enjoyed often, since we live nearby.

For information on the U.S. National Parks System and all the special events being held coast-to-coast not only this week, but year-round, access the main NPS website here.

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WIN A $30K Green Public Beautification Project, Plus All 10 Finalists Get a Lawn & Garden Prize Pkg for Your Community - GIVEAWAY CONTEST

Community Greening Contest
Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew

Win a $30,000 Public Beautification Makeover Project from Sears
DEADLINE TO ENTER:  April 16, 2010

Spring is here, and the Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew is celebrating the season by spreading More Green Across America!  One lucky community will receive a visit from the Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew, which will come to town for a public beautification makeover project in May.  You can help bring the Crew to your hometown by nominating a project location.

How to Enter

Does your local park need sprucing up at the start of spring?  Could the ball field in your hometown use some TLC before opening day?  The Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew is ready to help.  Just use this entry form to tell them in 250 words or less why the public space near you needs the help of the Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew.  The Sears team of trusted advisors will come to the winner's rescue later this spring.

Don't forget to include a photo of the location with your nomination form. Click here for official contest rules .  

America Picks the Winner - Entries Accepted Till April 16, 2010

In mid-April they'll select 10 finalists, and then let America choose which venue receives the grand prize renovation.  10 lucky finalists and will be awarded a lawn and garden prize package including a new yard tractor, mower, line trimmer, edger, blower and more from the Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew. In May, the Sears Blue Lawn & Garden Crew will visit the grand prize winner's town for a makeover project that will leave everything clean and green!


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Little Tikes Coupe GIVEAWAY CONTEST

WIN this Classically Cool Coupe Car
from Little Tikes

Now through May 10, 2010

ENTERING this MommyBlogExpert Giveaway Contest IS EASIER THAN EVER 

To be eligible to win this Little Tikes prize, all you need to do is leave a single comment below this post mentioning what your child's favorite Little Tikes product is along with your email, Twitter and/or Facebook contact info so we may reach the winner.  Note: If you are also doing the optional extra entry(s) there is no need to leave a second comment.

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Additional Contest Rules:  U.S. legal residents only are eligible to win.  One Little Tikes Coupe prize to be awarded, valued at approximately $50.  Limit of one main entry (required) however optional extra entries are unlimited.  In either case, each giveaway entrant is limited to one comment on this blogpost.  Contest runs now through May 10, 2010 at 11:59 pm PST.  The winner will be chosen at random and the winner's name will be posted here shortly after the giveaway has ended.
 

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Stylish Eco-Friendly Clothes & More for Kids - On Zulilly for a Limited Time Now

by Janis Brett Elspas

MommyBlogExpert

Eco-Friendly Savings Special for MommyBlogExpert Readers

Save $10 on any Zulily purchase of $30 or more

Must Use COUPON CODE:  MOMEXPERT10
for this Offer

Since summer is coming up, as a columnist for Zulily's Blog I invite you to read my recent post Make Packing A Breeze for Your Next Family Vacation as well as share with you some more beautiful kids clothes currently on sale at Zulily.com
  

Don't miss Zulily's online marketplace of Eco-Friendly Kids Clothes, including these cute June Plum Boy & Girl pieces & more in a limited Jane Plum sale going on right now, ends April 19th

The Earth-friendly June Plum Girls sweet keyhole dress at left, in girls sizes 2 toddler to 5, is made of bamboo fibers and organic cotton.  The dress comes in several colors; other cute tops and skirts and ruffled pants are also on sale.  Also, there are some darling little one piece outfits for baby infants and girls in smaller sizes.

Another very cool & "green" style, even though it comes in yellow/gray as shown and other colors, is the June Plum Boys 100% organic cotton t-shirt (available several two-tone colors). Not only is it good for the environment, don't you just adore those cute elephants on the front on this little boy's shirt which comes in sizes 2 toddler to 6?  Other handsome pieces for boys and babies in this June Plum collection also are available.

Zulily runs special savings events constantly featuring a delectable assortment of comparable other brands, too, with each sale limited to 72 hours in duration.  The best part is that MommyBlogExpert readers get $10 off purchases of $30 or more whether you purchase June Plum or any other brand Zulily sells.  Remember whatever you decide to purchase for yourself or someone else, be certain to use coupon code MOMBLOGE10 (Offer expires 4/16/2010) at checkout to take advantage of this opportunity to save big.

What is Zulily, anyway?
Zulily.com is an online marketplace where you can buy top-quality apparel, gear and other goodies for moms, babies and kids (both boys and girls).  Members can save up to 70% off retail prices—not to mention discover all the exciting new brands showcasing their products here.  

Only members can shop their sales, but membership is free and sign up is fast and easy.  After you register, be sure to invite your friends to join, too, as well as to visit this MommyBlogExpert blogpost to access the savings code they'll need to get $10 off purchases of $30 or more.  As the Zulily shopping community grows, so will their ability to offer you even better prices and selection.

Based in Seattle, Washington, Zulily.com was formed by retail and e-commerce veterans.  They're dedicated to bringing their members great finds at great prices, as well as giving emerging brands a place to showcase their products.


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