Shrade and I were so thrilled to review Tara's new book- Birds. Right away Shrade lit up at the cover of the book. Inside we found a cute poem (written by Tara) that introduced us to the birds that we might find in the book. She clued us in to features to look for as we perused the book.
Each picture was taken by Tara and we could not believe the variety of the types of birds featured. There are 23 birds in this well bound book with sturdy pages. There is also a label on each page to identify the name of the bird and it is written in large font that is easy to read. All of the birds you see in this book are what you might find as you walk around your neighborhood, local park or on a visit to the zoo. But there were even a few that I had never heard of before and peaked my interest to find out more about those birds.
Even Shrade (who is only 17 months) could point to the birds on each page. What we found really exciting was the possibility of endless learning with this simple book. Recognizing features such as feathers or identifying colors for the very youngest to exploring the different habitats of birds for older children. You could also make graphs or charts of similarities and differences. Tara also has a special feature on her website for extension activities in a pdf format.
Thank you, Tara, for letting us review your book! We loved it and can't wait to use it for many fun learning times together!
About Tara: She is a mother of two sons and a former teacher. Tara began focusing on special needs children when she learned that her youngest son was autistic. She developed a simple way to connect to children with books she created. I met Tara through a giveaway when I signed up for her newsletter. I have found Tara to be very warm and professional. Her interaction has been so positive and encouraging. I am pleased to be her friend and colleague. Tara's website is easy to navigate and features a welcome page that highlights her fabulous collection of books. Her website is very inviting and informative.
AND now for the giveaway! One winner will get to choose which of Tara's fabulous books to make a part of their library!
Mandatory entry: Please visit Tara's website and choose which book you would like (HOLES, tiny HOLES, WATER, Car Wash, Autumn Leaves, Jack-O-Lantern, Snowman, and now Birds). Be sure to provide your email.
For other entries:
*Become a follower on my Milk N' Honey blog
*Put my button on your blog (provide link)
*Sign up for Tara's newsletter
*Become a fan of Books by Tara on Facebook
*Put Tara's button on your blog
*Blog about this giveaway (provide link)
*Post about this giveaway on another site like Twitter or Facebook (1 entry for every post)
Giveaway open until Sunday, May 16. Winner will be announced on Monday and emailed.
Have fun and good luck! Blessings, Shonda
I'm also linked up with Kid Friendly Fridays and Feed Me Books Friday!
I'm also linked up with Kid Friendly Fridays and Feed Me Books Friday!
56 comments:
Greetings,
Great blog.
I like the book Water.
Thanks for your time and talent in doing this giveaway.
Have a blessed day,
Trinity Rose
wandaelaine at gmail dot com
Hi,
I'm a follower of your blog and I'm glad to be one.
Trinity Rose
wandaelaine at gmail dot com
Great giveaway Shonda!! We love books :)
I visited her site and I think I like either "Holes" or "Birds"...but probably Birds if I had to chose!
TheWheelerParade@gmail.com
I'm a follower :)
It's on my blog now!
Oops, forgot to add the link! It's http://wheelsoffun.blogspot.com/2010/05/getting-to-some-blog-business.html
Just became a fan of Tara on facebook!
I would choose Snowman, very cute.
steffanie771 at hotmail dot com
We posted about this giveaway at Winning Readings: http://winningreadings.blogspot.com/2010/05/book-by-tara.html
And I'd love the Balloons one. Or the Water one. Goodness, how do I choose?! I'll stick with Balloons...
janemaritz at yahoo dot com
I'd go with Birds
lkish77123 at gmail dot com
Thanks for sharing this give-away! I really like all the books but I think that Birds would go really well with all of our outside summer activities!
My e-mail is stanwoodplayschool(at)gmail(dot)com
I am already a follower of both your blogs. :)
I became a fan (or liked) Books by Tara on Facebook.
I have signed up for Tara's newsletter - love her stuff - so glad you shared it with us! :)
I have your button on my blog - in the top right corner of the button love page!
Link: http://www.stanwoodplayschool.com/p/button-love.html
Car Wash. Although they are all so cute. I selected Car Wash because my son gets nervous if we go through a car wash. I thought this might help him not be afraid and find it fun.
Wendy
ebeandebe at gmail dot com
I like Car Wash, especially with the sounds. We have recently been enjoying the birds around the house, so I think this would be a great book for us!
Hello! All of Tara's books are wonderful. My sons love the car wash,
so that is my favorite.
Many thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
I follow your blog publicly via
Google Friend Connect...
Again, many thanks!
Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
Also, I am a Facebook fan of Books
by Tara....Thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
Also, I am an email newsletter
subscriber to Books by Tara.
Merci, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
"Tweet!"
http://twitter.com/cmh512/status/13802861013.
Merci beaucoup, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
Facebook Post: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/cindi512?v=wall&story_fbid=116243605082395.
Many thanks, Cindi
jchoppes[at]hotmail[dot]com
Our daughter love balloons so I think I'd choose that one
a_heart4home at yahoo
blogged here
http://somegreatgiveaways.blogspot.com/2010/05/childrens-book-giveaway-link.html
a_heart4home at yahoo
I love the water book best!
onecheaplady@yahoo.com
I love all of Tara's books, but I think I would like Car Wash the best. My son is terrified of them and I think it would help him a lot.
I receive Tara's newsletter. That's how I found out about your giveaway! :)
I am a follower.
I follow your blog!
kerriekg(at)yahoo(dot)com
I know my 2 year old son would love, love, love the Car Wash book!
kerriekg(at)yahoo(dot)com
So happy I found your blog! I'm your newest follower. =)
I like the books Snowman or Tall! Well really I love them all!
nduggan2@gmail.com
Tara's Tall book looks like a lot of fun.
love the car wash book....as going to the car wash is one of our favorite activities!
ansavd at gmail dot com
this is great 8) i'd pick More Holes!
@FlamingBlingy
phranne[at]yahoo.com
I think my son would love the book "Tiny Holes"..looks very interesting!
mdlangmead at gmail dot com
I'm a new follower :)
mdlangmead at gmail dot com
Signed up for Tara's newsletter!
I love the snowman book (even if it is the wrong season!)
melacan at hotmail dot com
i pick snowman. because we just love snowmen!!
Invisible_Fairy_05@yahoo.com
i joined tara's newsletter
i follow with GFC
I am following the blog
vrtheriot@gmail.com
I would love to have her birds book how neat!!
vrtheriot@gmail.com
I would go for the Water book- my daughter would love it!
emsfsemsfs@gmail.com
I think my daughter would like the Balloon book. Thanks for doing the giveaway!
Gretchen
jneisler4828@aol.com
im following
i liked autumn leaves
I would love to have the Snowman book.
rsgrandinetti@yahoo(DOT)com
I signed up for Tara's newsletter.
pamfreecycle@gmail.com
I work with a group of preschoolers and would love to share SNOWMAN with them.
pamfreecycle@gmail.com
i am a facebook fan of Tara's Books.
pamfreecycle@gmail.com
I would like Birds if I won.
yeloechikee at hotmail dot com
I'd love Autumn Leaves
june_spirit2628 at hotmail dot com
I saw her water book and would love to have that one. No Time for flash cards mentioned her book to I think. I love seeing moms make a difference like this.
Thanks for linking up too!
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