Big Book Of History, Book review

Book description:

Unfold 6000 years of history in a stunning chart that stretches 15 feet.

A Big look at history for young learners! Ages 7 to 12

The Big Book of History is the perfect way to engage your child in an adventurous trip through time - from the first Day of Creation to present day! Discover:

• The birth dates of conquerors, kings, inventors, scientists, and famous men of God
• Wars and wonders of the ancient and modern worlds
• The 969-year-old man who shared the true history of the world with Noah
• The first ancient inventions and discoveries of chocolate, yo-yos, batteries, movies, and more!

Did you know... Thomas Edison is known for inventing a working light bulb, but do you know he also invented the first talking dolls and helped to create an early and commercially-successful form of movies? He also started the first movie studio, and probably the most unique. It was built so that the whole building could be turned in a circle during the day to get the most sunlight!

Designed to share the most details in a colorful collection of important facts and interesting photos, it can be an effective educational resource or enjoyed just for fun!

My review:

'The Big Book of History' is an interesting learning concept for homeschoolers and young history students in the form of a fantastic 15 foot fold out time line chart. It provides 7 to 12 years old with a great instructional tool and a quick reference guide.

With this, the student is given the opportunity to view historical events from Creation to present day, 6000 years of History in fact!

World events, biblical/Christianity, civilizations, empires, inventions and technology are each identified with colours. 

A student is therefore able to look up dates to identify historical events, birth dates of kings, inventors, scientists and men of God in one specific year. Mum and Dad, you might just learn a thing or two as well!

This is not intended to replace complete history books but with the study guide available for download online at no additional charge, you will discover details and activities to complete your educational program for a full school term.

Entertaining whilst educational, this fold up time chart is appealing to children and will prove a great tool for any teacher.

5 stars!

I received this book free from NEW LEAF Publishers as part of their Blogger Review program. I was not asked to write a positive review and the opinions expressed are entirely my own.

I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Sinterklaas...

This being the 6th of Decembre today we celebrate Sinterklaas (St Nicholas)! 

Good little children knows Sinterklaas will visit their home and leave a present or two, a few oranges and speculoos, maybe some marzipan...So last night in many homes clogs were set out with a bit of hay for Sinterklaas' horse...

Oh the memories...never mind that I am no longer a child...

I remember the songs and the outings to the department stores where you visited Sinterklaas and whispered in his ear all that you wished for...and yes, you guessed it, I so dreaded Zwarte Piet...

Sinterklaas Kapoentje,

leg wat in mijn schoentje.
Een appeltje of een citroentje.
Een nootje om te kraken,
dat zal wel beter smaken.
Dankje Sinterklaasje!
Dankje Sinterklaasje!

and in English...

Saint Nicolas Little Rascal,

Put something in my little shoe,
A little apple or a little lemon,
A little nut to crack,
That will taste much better
Thank you little Saint Nicolas!
Thank you little Saint Nicolas!

 Blessings to all,

Second Sunday Of The Advent...

Justice shall flourish in His time, 
and fullness of peace for ever.

Prepare the way of the Lord,
     make straight His paths.

Jerusalem, take off your robe of mourning and misery;

The desert and the parched land will exult;
     the steppe will rejoice and bloom.
     They will bloom with abundant flowers,

Our God will come to save us!

"Taken from Praying Advent, on Creighton University's Online Ministries web site:
http://www.creighton.edu/CollaborativeMinistry/online.html.
Used with permission."

Blessings to all on this Second Sunday of The Advent,

Reaper Two-Six, Year 5: The Rise of Global Insurgency, Book Review

Book description:

The world is suffering from the effects of out-of-control terrorism. Governments are spending huge amounts of precious capital for the safety and security of air and rail transportation as well as inspections at all sea ports. The global economic effect is crippling; countries struggle to manage commerce, international trade, business growth, job creation and tourism. The world’s economy is on the brink of collapse. 

The Global Defense Organization TM (GDO) has been created to be a cost effective multinational elite group that monitors, infiltrates and eliminates terrorist activities within all supporting countries. Known only as Reaper Two-Six TM, this secret 48 member squadron has quickly earned a reputation for precisely eliminating terrorist threats, in the air and on the ground. 

Why did China and Columbia oppose the creation of the GDO? Are they connected to global terrorist cells? Are they secretly financing the sale of weapons? The Reaper’s greatest challenge is now upon them; infiltrate China and Columbia to discover their real intentions. 

Through a series of electrifying and heart-stopping missions, see how the Reapers use their skills and advanced technology to put fear back where it belongs, in the minds of the terrorists, not in the minds of its citizens.

My review:

The rise of Global Insurgency is today's actuality! Terrorism has changed our lives in many ways. The 11th Septembre 2001 was not the first time the U.S. recognized the threat of terrorism but for many it was the first time it touched their lives directly . For others, it is an everyday happening, something you live with in the back of your mind, never forgetting today might bring more victims.

Traveling takes much longer than it used to, nothing in our luggage is private anymore and rightly so if you consider the alternative! Sadly victories over terrorism seems few and far between...

Reaper Two- Six, Year 5: The Rise of Global Insurgency is the well written, fast paced fiction work of Robert A. Grand and a very hard book to put down. 

Action packed with a plot certain to grab you, this is not a book just for the men in your life, there are also heroines right in the middle of it all! 

The author chose to write in the present tense putting readers into the action as though you are right in the cockpit or on the ground with the group. Interesting!

We all know they are dedicated agencies working 24/7 behind the scenes, keeping track of those who would hurt and destroy nations across the globe! Reaper Two- Six is such a group, albeit fictional of course. 

Robert A. Grand writes a compelling story with heroes and losses, men and women who fight a daily battle to remove the threat of domestic and global terrorism, a hopeful reminder that governments around the world can and will continue to work against the forces of evil.

Fast paced and guaranteed to hold your interest until the very last page, both ex-RAF fly boy and I decreed this is certainly a keeper and worth 5 stars!

On that note, we are looking forward to Year 6!

Note to readers: Reaper Two-Six, 26th Tactical Fighter Wing has an amazing website (see here) for more information! Worth a visit!

About the author:

Robert Grand is an author, publisher and aerospace engineer. During his 23 years in engineering, Robert worked for McDonnell Douglas, Cirrus Design, NASA and Pratt & Whitney, supporting numerous aeronautical programs, including: Advanced F-15 engine design, Space Shuttle launch flight path evaluation, ST-50 proof-of-concept aircraft design and testing, and jet engine liner overhaul and repair on 737, 747, 757, MD-80, MD-90, DC-10, MD-11, A319, A320 and A321 aircraft.

Robert's inspiration for The Rise of Global Insurgency came from his first love - flying. He earned a private pilots' license, allowing him to enjoy commanding a Grumman Tiger aircraft.

More on Reaper Two-Six website

I received this book free courtesy of Author Robert A. Grand and Lightning Book Promotions. I was not asked to write a positive review and the opinions expressed are entirely my own.

I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

Guiding Light And Waiting For Christmas...

Teach us not to fight

The Guiding Light

That shows us day and night

The Lord is such a wonderful sight

That we must not hide from in fright.

His power is full of might

That shines ever so bright

May we pray with hands so tight

And the Lord will hear our plight.

(M. Moon)

(Painting by Lori Preusch)

A quiet day...

Fog all around the island...

Baking...

Cooking...

Listening to carols...

Have a blessed day!

Benny's Angel, A God's Secret Garden Adventure, Book review And Giveaway

Book description:

Who stole the flowers in God’s Secret Garden?

When Ella Eagle discovers that the flowers in God’s Secret Garden have wilted, she alerts Mayor Benny Bunny. The main suspect in the case is evil Count Slime, who is jealous of the joy the animals have in the garden. Mayor Benny calls in Oliver Owl, the captain of the Owl Force Wisdom Watchers, but the owls have not seen Count Slime during their patrols of the garden. Mayor Benny suggests the animals pray for an answer. God hears their prayer and sends Marietta the angel to help them solve the mystery.

This delightful tale uses animals, nature, and a visit from an angel to teach children the importance of prayer and the value of trusting God.

My review:

Children books are wonderful to read no matter the age. I am quite certain most parents and grandparents find a delight in reading and rediscovering the simplicity with which they saw the whole world!

Laura Allen Nonemaker appears to be a wonderful story teller and Benny's Angel was written for 'little hearts everywhere!'

Using animals, nature and a visit of an Angel, the author uses her talent to show to children the wonders of God's world! You will find yourself stepping into a world of beauty as only God could create and you are certain to share a very special moment in the life of wee ones whilst teaching them to trust into the Lord!

Benny's Angel is a touching story you will enjoy reading often with your loved ones and the perfect gift to add to that special stocking this Christmas Season!

I give it 5 stars!

About the author:

'Laura’s desire to write took root as a child in Bermuda, when a favorite teacher at Mt. St. Agnes Academy published one of her essays in the local newspaper. Her aspiration sprouted again in Louisville, Kentucky during the 1980s, when she conceived the idea for TecNotes, a newsletter she wrote and edited for TubeTec Inc. During this period, she also studied commercial art at Jefferson Community College. Since then, Laura has written in a variety of genres and her work has appeared in Essence Treasury: Celebrating the Season, Alive! and Kentucky Monthly Magazine.

The publication of Benny’s Angel is the realization of a dream. It is the first book in the God’s Secret Garden Adventure Series. This colorful storybook uses delightful animal characters to convey to little hearts the importance of prayer and the value of trusting God.'

For more on Laura see (here)


AND NOW FOR THE GIVEAWAY:

• 1 Vivitar Camcorder with Camera and 2X Zoom
• 1 Benny's Angel Picture Book
• 1 Benny's Angel 3-D Book
• 1 Benny's Angel Coloring Book
• 1 Benny's Angel Audio Book
• 1 Benny's Angel T Shirt 
• 1 Benny Christmas Ornament
• 1 Marietta Christmas Ornament
• 1 96-Count Crayola Crayons

HOW TO ENTER:

It's very easy! Tell me in the comments what your favorite children's book is and include your email address as for i.e. smith123 at yahoo period com! Random.org will choose 1 finalist to be enter in the giveaway grand prize!

Also connect with Laura at these Social Networking Sites (follow/like/etc.):

facebook: Laura Allen Nonemaker
twitter: @DigInGodsGarden
Linkedin: Laura Nonemaker
Blog: www.diggingingodsgarden.com

Last day to enter:  8 DECEMBRE 2011 (sorry, US only)

1. finalist will be entered into a grand prize giveaway.
2. On December 12, 2011, KCWC will draw and announce the winner of our grand prize!.

I received this book free from KATHY CARLTON WILLIS COMMUNICATIONS as part of their Blogger Review program. I was not asked to write a positive review and the opinions expressed are entirely my own.

I am disclosing this in accordance with the FTC 16 CFR, Part 255: “Guides concerning the Use of Endorsements and Testimonials in Advertising.

A Giveaway From Baker/Revell In The Spirit Of Christmas!

In the Spirit of Christmas BAKER/REVELL is giving one lucky reader 

of 'Dream a little dream'

a copy of 

'My Favorite Bible'!

A quick description of this beautiful book:

Here is a wonderful way to bring the Bible alive for little ones! 

The most treasured stories of the Bible come alive in My Favorite Bible.

Start your little ones on a life-long love of God's word! This colorful and dynamic gospel-centered Bible storybook guides children through the foundational truths of Scripture. Each story is fully and vividly illustrated and includes a simple narrative with things children ages 4—8 love: repetition, rhythm, and energy, along with a key biblical theme, a key Bible verse, an activity page, and discussion questions.

Adults and children will cherish time together as they grow closer to God. 

About the Authors:  

Rondi DeBoer sold her first series at age fifteen and now has more than 430,000 copies of her books in print. After graduating from WSU in Elementary Education and studying at Multnomah Biblical Seminary, she went on to become a classical Christian teacher. Now she spends her time homeschooling her three daughters and eagerly awaits the arrival of a fourth daughter from China.  

Christine Tangvald has been writing for children for more than 25 years, with nearly 100 titles to her name and almost 3.5 million books in print. After earning her Elementary Education degree, she worked with children for more than 20 years. Her passion is to personalize God and make him real and alive to small children.

This book is endorsed by MOPS, Mothers of Preschoolers (www.MOPS.org)

AND NOW FOR THE GIVEAWAY:

BAKER REVELL is giving my blog readers the opportunity to win a copy of this book! All you have to do is place a comment on this post and don't forget to include your email address (i.e. dsmith1 at yahoo period com)!

A randomly chosen comment (using Random.org) will then be given to the Publisher (before the 15th of Decembre) who will then send him/her a copy of this book!

NOTE TO INTERNATIONAL READERS: This giveaway is available to anyone in the world (yes, BAKER/REVELL will mail a copy to the winner ANYWHERE).  

And all because of the Spirit of Christmas!

Note to readers: No book or monetary compensation were provided for this post but I would like to give a heartfelt thank you to the Publisher for this thoughtful idea!

Have a blessed Holiday Season everyone!