Barnes &Noble Reading Program, Kids Clothing Deal

Barnes & Noble has an amazing Summer Reading Program: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/summerreading/

Here's How It Works:
1. Kids read any eight (8) books of their own choosing.
2. Kids use the Summer Reading Journal to tell their favorite part of each book. A parent/guardian signs the journal when it's complete. You can also get a Spanish-language Reading Journal.
3. Children bring their completed Reading Journal to a Barnes & Noble store between May 26th & September 7th, 2009.
4. Barnes and Noble will give them a coupon for a FREE book! They can choose from a list of exceptional paperback titles.
* * Eligible books will be listed on the coupon. There is a limit of one (1) form per school-age child (grades 1-6).

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Gymboree who sell cute, quality children's clothing have a circle of friends 30%off sale ongoing which ends on Sunday, May17th, 2009.Tanks and shorts are as low as $7.99. You can use the 30%off online with the code GYMCIRCLE or click here to print the coupon for in store purchases. You can also earn Gymbucks.

Reading Pledge, Backpacks Deal with Free shipping

Here is a Reading pledge that kids can take and sign this summer. Another incentive for kids to stay motivated to read.

Summer Reading Pledge

It is time for me to get into reading gear,
Because summertime is very near.

Reading is always fun,
Whether I do it in the shade or in the sun!

It is very groovy to read,
And 30 minutes each day is about what I need.

The library is where I can borrow books for free,
And I will find one that is near me.

I will learn a new word each day,
But I will still find time to play.

I will read a book to a family member and to a friend,
Before the summer comes to an end.

And when it is time to go back to school,
I will already know that books are cool!

SIGNATURE:____________________________________________

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Backpacks, lunch bags and accessories deal with free shipping.

The Company Store has been in business since 1911 providing excellent quality products. They have cute backpacks and accessories for little boys and girls on clearance ranging from $3.99 to $14.99 . They have trucks, pirate, sports ,dinosaur themed backpacks for boys and flower, fairy, cat, ballerina backpacks for girls.

Use Code T9WELCOME for free shipping.

Borders Reading Challenge, Scholastic Warehouse Sale

Another amazing activity and deal for the Childrens Literacy Week .

Borders Bookstore have a Summer Reading Challenge. If your child is 12 years or younger , he/she will have to read any 8 books of their choice. Complete the form at this link and bring it in to a Borders store near you to receive 50% off selected books.

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This is a book sale you will not want to miss. I have shopped at these sales before. These warehouse sales are too good to be true. The books are up to 80% off and more at the ScholasticBook Fairs BIG Event Warehouse Book Sale.
•Thousands of titles are up to 80% off the cover price
•Hundreds of items are for $1 or less
.You can also receive a coupon for $10 off a purchase of $60-$100 or $15 off a purchase greater than $100 when you pre-register online .
They have over 200 locations. To find a sale near you, click find a sale.

Scholastic Reading Program, Bakugan deals

Here is an interesting resource to consider keeping the Children's Literacy Week and the approaching summer in mind. It sometimes becomes a challenge to keep our children motivated to read during summer. Research shows that Summer is a critical time to maintain and even advance children's reading levels. Here is a good resource to help keep the kids motivated.
Scholastic has a fun reading program this summer .
- Kids ages 8 and above can join the Virtual Reading camp where they will compete against other readers.
-Younger kids can join a Family Playground. It will help younger kids get interested and stay interested in reading.

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For the parents of Bakugan Crazy kids.. here is an amazing opportunity to save some money. Walmart online has the following on sale -
Bakugan Booster Packs for $2.50 (5 colors available).
SpinMaster Bakugan BakuMat Travel Arena on sale for $4.00.
Bakugan Brawlers Battle Pack for $10.
Shipping is $0.97 per item, if you choose the Ship to Store option , then shipping is free.

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I would really appreciate some feedback from all of you who have viewed this blog. Please leave me comments to let me know, if this information is useful to you, what activities did you do, any deals that you took advantage of.

Childrens Literacy Week, Amazon Deal

May 11-17 is Children's Book Week--the oldest national literacy event in the United States. It is an annual event that began in 1919. In 1944, the Children's Book Council was established, and it has administered the celebration ever since. During Children’s Book Week, public libraries, school libraries, and bookstores generally have special activities for children that are designed to encourage a love of books.
According to the Children’s Book Council --A celebration of the written word, Children's Book Week introduces young people to new authors and ideas in schools, libraries, homes and bookstores. Through Children's Book Week, the Children's Book Council encourages young people and their caregivers to discover the complexity of the world beyond their own experience through books.

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Amazon has deals on books for young readers. They have new and perennial favorites , the 2009 Children's Choice Award finalists , and a free download of the official Children's Book Week bookmark And, great savings on the latest new releases, bestsellers, and more for young readers.

Mothers Day Free Admission to Museums, Baskin Robbins Deal

Lots of Museums have Mothers Day specials running. Check out the site of your favorite Museums in your area and search for Free Admission or Mothers Day, and you might find amazing specials.

The following Museums in the Bay area have free admission for Mothers day. Check out their individual sites.

http://www.asianart.org/ Asian Art Museum
http://www.baykidsmuseum.org/ Bay Area Discovery Museum
http://www.chabotspace.org/ Chabot Space & Science Center
http://www.cdm.org/ Children's Discovery Museum of San Jose
http://www.thecjm.org/ Contemporary Jewish Museum
http://www.exploratorium.edu/ Exploratorium
http://www.magnes.org/ Judah L. Magnes Museum
http://www.lhs.berkeley.edu/ Lawrence Hall of Science
http://www.famsf.org/ Legion of Honor
http://www.famsf.org/ M. H. de Young Museum
http://www.moadsf.org/ Museum of the African Diaspora
http://www.museumca.org/ Oakland Museum of California
http://www.sfmoma.org/ San Francisco Museum of Modern Art
http://www.sfzoo.org/ San Francisco Zoo
http://www.sjmusart.org/art.org/ San Jose Museum of Art
http://www.thetech.org/ Tech Museum of Innovation IMAX Movie
http://www.zeum.org/ Zeum.

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It is really starting to warm up. You can really feel the approaching summer. But no complaints here…I found a perfect deal for a hot day. Baskin Robbins has 6oz soft serve cones for 88c special. Offer is valid through 5/25/09 at participating stores. Clich here "Location" to find a store near you. Coupon is not needed.

Mothers Day at Michaels, OshKoshB'gosh Deal

Here is another fun activity for Mother's Day . Michael's Store has free workshops for the Mothers Day weekend. Click on this link to find the Michael's location near you. Then click the "This Stores Events" link on their website.Projects may vary by store... It gets full very fast, so it is a better idea to go a little early.

5/8/2009 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Create a thoughtful frame for Mom ,
5/9/2009 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Make it For Mom Bead Event

5/10/2009 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Decorate a Cookie with Mom

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Amazing deal of the day

OshKosh B’gosh stores have a 40-60% off Summer Sale going on now. They have Shortalls for $10 each, reg. $24-$28 (select styles, sizes 3m-5T). I have a Extra 20% OFF coupon below.This is a instore deal only. You will need to show the coupon to get the extra 20% off. I don't think you can print the coupon in this posting. If you are interested , send me an e-mail and I will forward the coupon on to you. You can use the printed coupon from the e-mail at the store.