Giveaway: Wubbzy Goes to School DVD CLOSED

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One of our favorite Nick Jr. characters, Wubbzy of the Emmy Award-winning cartoon Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!, is back and ready to make the grade in his newest DVD, Wubbzy Goes to School. Along with his friends Widget, Walden and Daizy, Wubbzy helps preschoolers prepare for their big first day in the classroom, with episodes to ease children's anxieties about this new environment and making new friends. Wubbzy's wacky adventures are sure to make learning fun!

In "Who Needs School", Wubbzy is nervous about his first day of school and decides he is going to learn all he needs to know himself. But when things don't work out as expected and Wubbzy is lonely, he realizes school isn't so bad after all. When Murphy, a larger-than-life new student joins the class in "New Kid on the Block", Wubbzy finds that good friends can come in all shapes and sizes. Other episodes include "Gotta Dance", "Wubbzy the Star", "You Gotta Have Art" and
"Magic Tricks", starring Moo Moo The Magician.

This new A+ DVD is chock full of bonus features such as the "Meet Wubbzy's Schoolmates" photo gallery, printable coloring and activity sheets and more.

If your little one is anticipating their first day of preschool or kindergarten, you'll definitely want to add Wubbzy to your back-to-school shopping list!

BUY IT: Wubbzy Goes to School was released today, August 3, and can be found at most major retailers, as well as Amazon.com (ARV $12.49).

WIN IT: One lucky reader is going to win this DVD!

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Giveaway will end on August 18, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. Open to U.S. only. Winners will be chosen via Random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to congratulatory email or prize will be forfeited and another winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I was granted this giveaway opportunity from Rachel at Grand Communications on behalf of Anchor Bay Entertainment. I did not receive a product to review, nor was I compensated in any other way for this post. I just wanted to share this giveaway with my readers.

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!: There's A Party In My City! CLOSED

Thank you to S2BN Entertainment, Wildbrain Entertainment, and Michelle Sisco P.R. for participating in the Bloggy Birthday Blowout Event on Goodie Goodie Gumdrops!

My son's favorite show in the whole wide world is Yo Gabba Gabba. And who am I kidding...I must confess that I love it too! The music is great. The dancing is fun. The lessons are valuable. And the colorful characters are all so lovable. It's the one children's show that I never get tired of.

And I'm thrilled to announce that DJ Lance is bringing his boombox our way!

Fresh off their sold-out tour debut and making an acclaimed appearance at Coachella music festival, the Yo Gabba Gabba gang is heading out on a smash 60-city tour across North America. DJ Lance Rock and Friends will be making stops at all the top theaters, arenas and amphitheaters starting August 27 in Bethel, NY and ending December 12 in Dallas, TX. The state-of-the-art production features the music, singing, dancing and animation we've all come to know and love. A true interactive experience, the show offers audience members of all ages the opportunity to witness their favorite characters come to life. Joining the characters on stage will be hip-hop legend Biz Markie for his "Biz's Beat of the Day" segment. Super-secret special guests in each city will also join the party on stage for the Super Music Friends Show and Dancey Dance segments.

DATE	CITY	VENUE
Friday, August 27, 2010	Bethel, NY	Bethel Woods
Saturday, August 28, 2010	Bristow, VA	Jiffy Lube Live
Sunday, August 29, 2010	Philadelphia, PA	Mann Center for the Performing Arts
Tuesday, August 31, 2010	Gilford, NH	Meadowbrook US Cellular Pavilion
Thursday, September 02, 2010	Albany, NY	Times Union Center
Friday, September 03, 2010	Buffalo, NY	Artpark
Saturday, September 04, 2010	Toronto, ON	Molson Canadian Amphitheatre
Sunday, September 05, 2010	Montreal, QC	Place des Arts
Wednesday, September 08, 2010	Edmonton, AL	Northern Jubilee
Thursday, September 09, 2010	Calgary, AL	Southern Jubilee
Saturday, September 11, 2010	Vancouver, BC	Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Sunday, September 12, 2010	Vancouver, BC	Queen Elizabeth Theatre
Tuesday, September 14, 2010	Regina, SK	Brandt Centre
Wednesday, September 15, 2010	Winnipeg, MB	MTS Centre Theatre
Saturday, September 18, 2010	London, ON	John Labatt Centre
Sunday, September 19, 2010	Ottawa, ON	Scotiabank Place
Tuesday, September 21, 2010	Rochester, NY	Auditorium Theatre
Wednesday, September 22, 2010	Burlington, VT	Flynn Theatre
Friday, September 24, 2010	Portland, ME	Merrill Auditorium
Saturday, September 25, 2010	Boston, MA	Wang Theatre
Sunday, September 26, 2010	Boston, MA	Wang Theatre
Tuesday, September 28, 2010	Providence, RI	Providence PAC
Wednesday, September 29, 2010	Wallingford, CT	Oakdale Theatre
Thursday, September 30, 2010	Pittsburgh, PA	Benedum Center for Performing Arts
Saturday, October 02, 2010	New York, NY	Radio City Music Hall
Sunday, October 03, 2010	New York, NY	Radio City Music Hall
Tuesday, October 05, 2010	Hershey, PA	Hershey Theater
Wednesday, October 06, 2010	Cleveland, OH	State Theatre at PlayhouseSquare
Friday, October 08, 2010	Detroit, MI	Fox Theatre
Saturday, October 09, 2010	Chicago, IL	Chicago Theatre
Sunday, October 10, 2010	Chicago, IL	Chicago Theatre
Monday, October 11, 2010	Louisville, KY	The Palace Theatre
Wednesday, October 13, 2010	Indianapolis, IN	Murat Theatre
Friday, October 15, 2010	Richmond, VA	Landmark Theater
Saturday, October 16, 2010	Greensboro, NC	War Memorial Auditorium
Sunday, October 17, 2010	Charlotte, NC	Ovens Auditorium
Tuesday, October 19, 2010	Chattanooga, TN	Soldiers & Sailors Memorial Auditorium
Wednesday, October 20, 2010	Huntsville, AL	Von Braun Center
Thursday, October 21, 2010	Nashville, TN	Jackson Hall - Tennessee PAC
Saturday, October 23, 2010	Atlanta, GA	Fox Theatre
Sunday, October 24, 2010	Atlanta, GA	Fox Theatre
Wednesday, October 27, 2010	Jacksonville, FL	Moran Theatre at Times Union Center
Friday, October 29, 2010	Kissimmee, FL	Silver Spurs Arena
Saturday, October 30, 2010	Tampa, FL	St. Pete Times Forum
Sunday, October 31, 2010	Miami, FL	AmericanAirlines Arena
Tuesday, November 02, 2010	Columbia, SC	Township Auditorium
Wednesday, November 03, 2010	Knoxville, TN	Tennessee Theatre
Friday, November 05, 2010	Tulsa, OK	BOK Center
Saturday, November 06, 2010	Kansas City, MO	The Midland
Sunday, November 07, 2010	Denver, CO	1st Bank Center
Tuesday, November 09, 2010	Salt Lake City, UT	The E Center
Friday, November 12, 2010	Spokane, WA	INB Performing Arts Center
Saturday, November 13, 2010	Seattle, WA	Tacoma Dome
Sunday, November 14, 2010	Portland, OR	Memorial Coliseum
Monday, November 15, 2010	Eugene, OR	Hult Center
Thursday, November 18, 2010	Sacramento, CA	Memorial Auditorium
Saturday, November 20, 2010	San Francisco, CA	Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
Sunday, November 21, 2010	San Francisco, CA	Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
Friday, November 26, 2010	Los Angeles, CA	Nokia Theater
Saturday, November 27, 2010	Los Angeles, CA	Nokia Theater
Sunday, November 28, 2010	San Diego, CA	San Diego Sports Arena
Saturday, December 04, 2010	Phoenix, AZ	Dodge Theater
Sunday, December 05, 2010	Phoenix, AZ	Dodge Theater
Tuesday, December 07, 2010	El Paso, TX	Abraham Chavez Theater
Thursday, December 09, 2010	San Antonio, TX	Freeman Coliseum
Friday, December 10, 2010	Houston, TX	Hobby Center
Saturday, December 11, 2010	Austin, TX	Cedar Park Center
Sunday, December 12, 2010	Dallas, TX	Dr Pepper Arena

*Dates and venues are subject to change

Want to party with Yo Gabba Gabba Live when they land in your city? Tickets are on sale now! Snatch them up while they last at www.yogabbagabbalive.com. Premium VIP packages and meet-and-greet passes are also available. Plus, $1 from every ticket sold during the 2010 tour will be donated to the Habitat for Humanity local affiliate in each tour city to further their homebuilding efforts.

And guess what?! Lucky me will be partying with the Yo Gabba Gabba Live crew when they visit Jiffy Lube Live in Bristow, VA on August 28th! And I'll be covering my family's experience right here on my blog! I'm so excited I could pee my pants!

But, wait, that's not all...there's some new YGG merchandise on shelves just in time for the tour!

Following the massive success of top-selling Yo Gabba Gabba!: Music is Awesome Volume 1 (featuring music from The Roots, The Shins and more) comes Yo Gabba Gabba!: Music is Awesome Volume 2, available at Target on August 24! This CD features hit songs from seasons 1-3 from Super Music Friends Weezer, MGMT, Jimmy Eat World and more favorite tunes from the show. Also recently released on June 15th, is the Nickelodeon DVD Yo Gabba Gabba!: Clubhouse, featuring 4 fun-filled episodes and performances from musical guests Erykah Badu, The Killers, Jimmy Eat World and more.

WIN IT: One lucky reader is going to win a YGG prize pack including the Yo Gabba Gabba!: Music is Awesome Volume 1 CD and the Yo Gabba Gabba!: Clubhouse DVD!

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Giveaway will end on July 27, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. Open to U.S. residents only. Winner will be chosen via Random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to congratulatory email or prize will be forfeited and another winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I will be receiving free tickets from the promoter to attend the August 28th Yo Gabba Gabba Live show in Bristow, VA and review my experience. I was not compensated in any other way for this post, nor have I received additional product to review.

Review and Giveaway: Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! Escape From Dino Island CLOSED

If you have a toddler or preschooler, odds are they've caught an episode (or two...or three) of Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!. This Emmy Award-winning show from Nick Jr. has been a hit since its debut in 2006, with its quirky, fun-loving, bendy-tailed character Wubbzy and his friends Daizy, Widget and Walden. Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! supports preschool social skills such as sharing, listening, compromising, helping and appreciating others, self-awareness and the use of humor as a coping mechanism. Children learn how to fit into a group, how to understand their own feelings and those of others, and how to get along with one another. Most of all, they learn the value of friendship and community.

In his newest "din-amic" adventure, Escape From Dino Island, Wubbzy and friends embark on a prehistoric quest, and there's no telling who they will meet along the way! In seven fun-filled episodes, our favorite Wuzzleburg pals learn important life lessons about honesty, sharing, friendship and being prepared.



Episode Summaries:

1. "Escape From Dino Island" - Wubbzy, Widget and Walden take a voyage to Dino Island. But when Wubbzy ignores Walden's advice to not get too close to the dinosaurs, they find themselves being chased by a giant Sillysaurus! Will they be able to escape his wrath?

2. "Too Much of a Doodle Thing" - Wubbzy can't get enough of those sweet, tasty Doodleberries. The only problem is they are hard to find! He decides to grow some with the aid of Daizy's Magic Grow Spray. But when he goes overboard, the Doodleberry bushes grow out of control and take over the town! How will they get rid of all the berries and restore peace to Wuzzleburg?

3. "Wubbzy, The Hero" - After his playtime game of chase with Chumley the Crusty Cragasaurus is misconstrued as a dino attack, Wubbzy is hailed as the town hero. Will he tell the truth or keep up the ruse to get praise and attention?

4. "Call of the Mild" - After Daizy's newly adopted baby unicorn goes missing, Wubbzy and friends decide to go on a safari to the Wuzzumbo Jungle to find her. Eager to begin the exciting adventure, Wubbzy leaves his gear behind. However, he quickly discovers it is best to always be prepared.

5. "Wubbzy and the Sparkle Stone" - While she plants her looney petunias, Daizy asks Wubbzy to hold onto her sparkly, glow-in-the-dark ring. After accidentally dropping it in a hole, Widget and Walden come to his rescue to find the shiny bauble.

6. "Daizy's Purple Thumb" - When the Mayor needs to plant a community garden , he recruits the best gardener in town - Daizy! But when she suddenly loses her "green thumb", she and her friends must find another way to complete the task.

7. "Mt. Fizzy Pop" - After some mysterious rumbling and shaking, Wubbzy and friends discover Mt. Fizzy Pop on Dino Island is about to erupt! The last time this happened, Wuzzleburg was covered in sour milk for months. Will they be able to save the town from the same fate?

Bonus features on the DVD include a Dino Island photo gallery, coloring and activity sheets, sneak peeks and a bonus episode.

Anchor Bay Entertainment was kind enough to send me a screener copy of Escape From Dino Island to review.

This DVD is everything we've come to know and love about the Wubb Club. Adventures abound and there is plenty of singing and dancing to go around. Nate especially loved the title episode and laughed out loud when the giant Sillysaurus hopped after Wubbzy and scared a poodle, who was innocently out for a walk. As a parent, I really like the lessons that we learn through Wubbzy such as to take responsibility for your actions, work as a team and not to judge a book by its cover. Even though Wubbzy always somehow manages to get himself into a pickle, he and his friends are able to practice their problem-solving skills to get through it.

Bottom line: No doubt about it. Your child will definitely "dig" this "dino-mite" Wubbzy excursion.

BUY IT: You can purchase Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! Escape From Dino Island at most major movie retailers nationwide or online at Amazon.com (ARV $16.98).

DELECTABLE DEAL: From June through December 2010, customers who purchase one box of Minute Rice and any Wubbzy DVD can receive a free Wubbzy toy (nominal S&H applies). Also, from May through September 2010, consumers who purchase a Wubbzy DVD and any package of Joy Cone Company ice cream cones can receive two Wubbzy Scholastic books - a $10 value ($2 S&H applies)!

WIN IT: One lucky reader is going to win a copy of Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! Escape From Dino Island!



MAIN COURSE (MANDATORY ENTRY): Tell me another TV show that your child enjoys. Remember to please leave your email address in your comment if it isn't visible on your profile to prevent disqualification!

SUGAR ON TOP (BONUS ENTRIES): To maximize your chances of winning, you may do any or all of the following. Be sure to complete the above mandatory entry or your bonus entries will not count!

1.) Follow my blog and/or subscribe via reader or email. Comment telling me which method you chose. If you already follow or subscribe, that counts! (1 entry each)

2.) Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest. You can do this daily! You may use the following tweet or come up with one of your own:

#Win a Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! Escape From Dino Island DVD @kris10chumley and @AnchorBayDVD! Ends 6/3 http://bit.ly/b3Zm3k

Just leave me a comment with your tweet link. (1 entry per day max)

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Giveaway will end on June 3, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. Open to U.S. only. Winner will be chosen via Random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to congratulatory email or prize will be forfeited and another winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I received a screener copy of this DVD from Laura at Grand Communications to facilitate a candid review. I was in no other way compensated for this post. The thoughts and opinions expressed in this review are solely mine. Your experience may differ.

Giveaway: Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! "Wubbzy Goes Green" DVD CLOSED

Thank you to Anchor Bay Entertainment and Grand Communications for their participation in the Goodie Goodie Gumdrops Earth Week Event!

It's never to early to start teaching your child to be kind to Mommy. Mother Earth that is. Set a good example by taking along reusable cups instead of disposable juice boxes while on the road. Have an older child join an organization that plants trees and/or encourages eco-consciousness. Even little acts like turning the faucet off while brushing your teeth can set the stage for responsible "green" behavior. And now you can get help from some of your preschooler's favorite Wuzzleburg friends.

The quirky, bendy-tailed character we all know and love from the hit Emmy-winning Nick Jr. TV series, Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! is going from yellow to green in his new environmentally-themed DVD, Wubbzy Goes Green. Just in time for Earth Day, Wubbzy and pals teach young fans the importance of being green, whether it's recycling or growing berries. Wubbzy Goes Green is a great tool to help kids learn how to pitch in and help make the Earth a better place.



To celebrate this exciting new release, Anchor Bay Entertainment has partnered with the Alliance for Community Trees (ACT). For every Wubbzy Goes Green DVD sold, Anchor Bay will donate $1 to ACT to support the planting of trees in playgrounds and schoolyards across the country! This special tree-planting initiative is active through May 31, 2010.

Why are trees so important, you may ask?! Here are some fun facts to share with your child:

Trees help clean our air. Trees capture soot and dust particles that would otherwise enter our lungs and contaminate our soil and water. It is estimated that four million trees could save $20 million in annual air pollution cleanup!

Trees save energy. Trees keep our homes cool in the warmer months. Three to four shady trees placed strategically around a house can cut summer cooling costs by 30-50%!

Trees keep us healthy. Green settings can reduce symptoms of asthma and ADHD.

Trees inspire us to do better. It's been proven that students perform better in tests when surrounded by trees and grass. Also, neighborhoods with more trees tend to experience less crime.



BUY IT: You can purchase Wubbzy Goes Green from most movie retailers or online at Amazon.com (ARV $13.49).

WIN IT: One lucky reader is going to help their little one(s) get a green thumb with their own copy of Wubbzy Goes Green!

MAIN COURSE (MANDATORY ENTRY): Give me one example of how you teach your child(ren) to be environmentally-responsible. Remember to please leave your email address in your comment if it isn't visible on your profile to prevent disqualification!

SUGAR ON TOP (BONUS ENTRIES): To maximize your chances of winning, you may do any or all of the following. Be sure to complete the above mandatory entry or your bonus entries will not count! Remember to leave one comment per entry.

1.) Follow my blog and/or subscribe via reader or email. If you already follow and/or subscribe, that counts! (1 entry each)

2.) Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest. You can do this daily! You may use the following tweet of come up with one of your own:

Teach your little one to be kind to Mother Nature with the "Wubbzy Goes Green" DVD @kris10chumley Ends 5/5 http://bit.ly/aQGuaZ

Just leave a comment with your tweet link. (1 entry per day max)

3.) Add my regular blog button and/or event button to your site and leave a comment with the link to where I can find it. (1 entry/each)

Giveaway will end on May 5, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. Open to U.S. only. Winners will be chosen via Random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to congratulatory email or prize will be forfeited and another winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I was offered this giveaway opportunity from Rachel at Grand Communications. I did not receive a review copy, nor was I compensated in any other way for this post.

Freebie: Celebrate Earth Day With PLANET EARTH

Earth Day is in exactly one week (and my Earth Week Event starts Monday!) but I have a nice freebie to share ahead of the big day!

This year marks Earth Day's 40th anniversary and to celebrate, the BBC's Natural History Unit has released a special, one-time free episode download from its beloved, award-winning BBC Earth series, Planet Earth. The episode entitled "Pole to Pole" is available on iTunes (in your choice of SD or HD format) now through April 26, 2010.

Planet Earth is a jaw-dropping, 11-part series which presents the epic story of life on Earth. Series producer Alastair Fothergill and his team spent four years in production, over 2,000 days in the field, using 71 cameramen filming across 204 locations in 62 countries to capture the ultimate portrait of our planet. The program has garnered legions of fans and universal critical acclaim with Oprah Magazine saying “It is the most beautiful, wondrous and truly majestic series - the best thing I’ve ever seen on TV.” Using a budget of unprecedented proportions and captured on HD cameras, Planet Earth is among the highest-rated and best-selling HD programs ever made. It offers stunning visuals, perfect for any HD television or HD handheld device.

The BBC Natural History Unit has been producing extraordinary programming for over 50 years, and continues to take viewers to new and exciting parts of our Earth. Planet Earth, a BBC/Discovery co-production, aired on the Discovery Channel in 2007. It is the must-see precursor to the highly-anticipated BBC nature series Life, currently airing on the Discovery Channel and releasing on DVD June 1, 2010 from BBC Video.

Disclaimer: Thank you to Karem at American Pop Digital for this opportunity. I was not compensated in any way for this post.

Giveaway: Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! "Go For Gold" DVD CLOSED

Today marks the start of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games. And while you may not have a pass to Vancouver, I have just the ticket to get you and your kiddos pumped up.

Wubbzy, the quirky character we all know and love from the Emmy Award-winning Nick Jr. series, Wow! Wow! Wubbzy!, shoots and scores with a new action-packed, athletic-themed DVD, Go For Gold. With the help of Olympic-medalist and figure skater Michelle Kwan and NFL star Tiki Barber, Wubbzy and friends learn the importance of teamwork, good sportsmanship and more.

In "Run For Fun", one of the seven episodes included on the disc, everyone in Wuzzleburg is excited that the Wuzzolympic Games are coming to town - especially when they hear that the head coach is Michelle Kwanzzleberry (Michelle Kwan)! Wubbzy and pals gear up to compete in the Wuzzleburg Wacky Dash and Michelle advises them to prepare, practice and - most of all - have fun. While Wubbzy, Widget and Walden all devise shortcuts to help them reach the finish line the fastest, Daizy helps her friends see that slow and steady wins the race. In another episode, "What A Card", Wubbzy and Daisy try to complete their footy-football card collections with the extremely rare Touchdown Tiki card. When a mutual friend happens to get it, they both try to become his best friend with the hope he will share the coveted card. Other lessons from the episodes include playing fair and perseverance.

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! supports preschoolers' social skills such as sharing, listening, compromising, cooperating, helping and appreciating others and self-awareness. Because the characters deal with similar developmental issues, preschoolers can learn how to get along with their peers, by recognizing and understanding the feelings of others as well as their own.

Go For Gold also features music videos and special coloring and activity pages to keep kids moving, even if its too cold for outdoor play.

BUY IT: Go For Gold will be available to purchase at retailers nationwide on Tuesday, February 16 (ARV $16.98).

WIN IT: One lucky reader is going to take home the gold - Go For Gold, that is!

MAIN COURSE (MANDATORY ENTRY): Tell me your favorite Olympic sport - summer or winter. Remember to please leave your email address in your comment if it isn't visible on your profile to prevent disqualification!

SUGAR ON TOP (BONUS ENTRIES): To maximize your chances of winning, you may do any or all of the following. Be sure to complete the above mandatory entry or your bonus entries will not count! Remember to leave one comment per entry.

1.) Follow my blog and/or subscribe via reader or email. If you already follow and/or subscribe, that counts! (1 entry each)

2.) Follow me on Twitter and tweet about this contest. You can do this daily! You may use the tweet below or come up with your own.

Help your preschooler Go For The Gold with Wubbzy's new Olympic-themed DVD! Score a copy @kris10chumley http://bit.ly/dnNEu2

Just leave me a comment with your tweet link. (1 entry)

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Giveaway will end on February 27, 2010 at 11:59pm EST. Open to U.S. only. Winners will be chosen via Random.org and will have 48 hours to respond to congratulatory email or prize will be forfeited and another winner will be chosen.

Disclaimer: I did not receive a product to review, nor was I compensated in any other way for this post. Thank you to Rachel at Grand Communications for this giveaway opportunity.

The Super Readers Cook Up An Adventure

If you and your family watch PBS in the morning, you have most likely caught an episode of Super Why and his literary superhero companions. But in case you're too busy with Nick Jr., Super Why is a fun, interactive, award-winning animated program aimed at children ages 3-6. Using alphabet and word games, Super Why and his team of Super Readers teach spelling, vocabulary and comprehension to instill a lifelong love of reading in your little one.

Well, Super Why is "whipping" up a new adventure by soaring into the pages of a cookbook for the very first time! Whyatt wants to bake his little sister a special birthday cake - but he doesn't know how. So Super Why and his friends soar into a different kind of book to get the information they need from a rhyming chef with a silly sense of humor as well as a recipe for fun! In the end, Whyatt learns how to create the perfect birthday for Baby Joy.

Super Why and the Cookbook will premiere tomorrow, January 29th, on PBS stations coast to coast. Check your local listings!



In the meantime, you can help your preschooler exercise their newfound literacy skills by encouraging them to read recipes, signs, labels, ingredients etc. Ask them questions to expand their creativity and reinforce comprehension. It may even inspire them to write their own recipes or stories!

Give your preschooler a "taste of reading" with these delicious tips:

• Pick out a simple but yummy recipe with your super reader. Ask them to point out all the letters and words they already know in the ingredients.
• Write a grocery list together, sounding out the words as you go along.
• At the supermarket, have your child help read the signs so you can locate the ingredients you need.
• As you cook, read the recipe aloud each step of the way.
• Before serving your meal, create some colorful, crafty place cards for each family member, assisting your child to write out the names.

Bon appetite!

Giveaway: Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! "Wubb Idol" CLOSED

Nate and I are big fans of Nick Jr. Yes, even the mama can enjoy kids' programming. Admit it: some of it is really kinda catchy! We don't watch much afternoon TV in our house but there is one show that we've come to know and love.

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! is an Emmy award-winning animated children's series that follows the adventures of a playful, cheerful little guy named Wubbzy in his hometown of Wuzzleburg. Wubbzy often encounters problems along the way and consults his friends: the spunky Daizy, quirky intellectual Walden, and mechanic whiz Widget. Now in its second season, Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! is the #2 rated program on Nick Jr. for preschoolers, behind Dora the Explorer.

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! supports a range of important preschool social skills, including sharing, listening, compromising, helping and appreciating others, self-awareness and the use of humor as a coping skill. Although their world is more fanciful and imaginative than our own, Wubbzy and his friends deal with the same social and developmental issues faced by preschoolers. They learn how they fit into the group, how to understand their own feelings and those of others, and how to get along with one another. Young viewers learn the value of friendship and community as they have fun watching Wubbzy and his friends tackle these issues in each new adventure.

Wubbzy is going A-list in the DVD release of "Wubb Idol" , the newest TV movie from the franchise. Wubbzy, his best friends, Walden, Widget and Daizy, can’t wait for the most popular girl group, The Wubb Girlz, to pay a visit to host the “Wuzzleburg Idol” talent show! Everyone in town hopes to win the contest. If Wubbzy can wow the judges, he’ll get the chance to go on to Wuzzlewood and perform with Sparkle, Shimmer, and Shine at their big concert and maybe even become a movie star! But will he remember the importance of just being himself? International pop sensation Beyonce Knowles makes her voiceover debut - her first-ever children's project - as Shine, the lead singer of the Wubb Girlz! The new 93-minute DVD - with double the content of the TV movie version - features special activities, coloring pages and music videos, as well as a new original song composed and performed by Beyonce titled, "Sing-a-Song."

BUY IT: "Wubb Idol" was just released today, October 13, and can be purchased on Amazon and at select retailers (ARV $16.98).

You can also visit the Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! website to play interactive Wubbzy games and activities, or check out the first-ever podcasts for preschoolers.

WIN IT: To celebrate the release of "Wubb Idol", I've been offered a very special prize-pack to give away to one of my readers! This prize includes the new "Wubb Idol" DVD, two "Wubb-Idol"-themed books from Scholastic and the new Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! Sing-a-Song CD, featuring the original song composed and performed by Beyonce!

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Disclaimer: I was offered this giveaway opportunity from Genna at Grand Communications. I did not receive a product to review and was not compensated in any way for this post.