Life and Kids and Our Creator

I've got my favorite mug of coffee on hand, and I'm sitting at the kitchen table, wishing I could share the view. This is the time of year that the kids were always very aware of what was going on outside, watching the changes in all of the living things that happened to share the mountain with us. As much as we could talk about God and His creativity and sense of order, the observations of living things in a close and personal way left them knowing Him better, and wanting to know more.

All it would take was a question to get them wondering and trying to find answers - "Why do you think it does that?" or "What do you think that it eats?" That's one of the best things that can come from the time spent outdoors - conversation that captures their attention and lights up their curiosity.

If you can get a child to see the wonder in a few of the things that are there for the viewing, you'll have their attention. From the amazing lines and patterns in a spider's web to the patterns of leaves from different trees, show them the uniqueness of each of these. Go outside with them for a short time each day, to walk, draw, read in the shade of a tree, or simply lie on the picnic table and figure out what kinds of clouds are in the sky at the moment.

 

Teach them to celebrate and explore life and all of Creation. The lessons last a lifetime, and the wonder of God's creativity never loses its sparkle as it is handed from one generation to the next.

Blessings,

Amanda B.

Bring Back the Wonder

Children are born with amazing curiosity and wonder. Once they begin "school", the "standard" education model focuses on uniform instruction and memorization, silencing the wonder and awe that is God-given in every child. 

As parents, we have the opportunity to nurture these qualities and encourage their interests. Take this day and run with it. Savor the moments, do the necessary, and make the time to help them explore and find answers to their questions. 

We've got a very special sale this week, focusing on LIFE! Taking our most popular life science unit studies, we've created a curiosity-encouraging, awesome wonder-building group of learning adventures for you and your crew. Enjoy the savings!

Classic Life Science Resource Library:
If purchased separately: $62.65, on sale this week for only $25!
Includes 7 of our very popular Download N Go™ studies, for grades K-4:

Astonishing Animals
Handsome Horses
Creation Camouflage
Incredible Insects
Dolphin Days
Terrific Tigers
Goofy Gecko 

Individual Titles on Sale:

Gardens Unit Study     $6     (Reg. $10.95)
Discover the Brain       $5      (Reg. $8.95)
Discover the Senses   $5      (Reg. $8.95)




Congratulations to the winner of this giveaway:

Judith Martinez!

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There's Still Time . . .

To save 25% off the regular price of these two fantastic studies for the horse lovers in your family.

Handsome Horses, a one week study for K - 4.

Horses, a four week study for K - 12.

Learn more about Handsome Horses and Horses now.

The sale ends at midnight (MDT) tonight!

One More Day to Save on Horse Unit Studies

This week's sale on USA Horses (K - 12, four week study) and DNG Handsome Horses (K - 4, one week study) is still going on!

K - 12, Four Week Study

K - 4, One Week Study

Check out these great studies for the animal lovers in your family. HandsomeHorses Horses The sale continues through tomorrow, April 20.

Happy Birthday, Marguerite Henry!

Today we are having a special birthday celebration, in honor of Marguerite Henry!

Marguerite Henry was born April 13, 1902, and wrote 59 books during her amazing career. She received the Newbery Honor for Justin Morgan Had a Horse and Misty of Chincoteague. She received the Newbery Medal for King of the Wind. She finished her last book, Brown Sunshine of Sawdust Valley, just before her death on November 26, 1997. She was 95 years old. Thank you, Marguerite Henry, for sharing your love of the horse, one of the Lord's most graceful and beautiful creations, with us.

Some authors can touch your childhood and stay with you for a lifetime, and Marguerite Henry is one of those authors. Her books are great read aloud titles for both of our horse unit studies!

To celebrate this incredible author, we are offering both of our unit studies centered around horses for 25% off this week!

Regular Price: $10.95

25% Off This Week!

Unit Study Adventures

Horses

Four Week Study

K-12

From a stick horse to a rocking horse, we are introduced to horses at an early age, and continue to be mesmerized by them throughout childhood. This study uses this interest and curiosity to help kids learn about history, science, geography and the care and keep of horses.

In this four-week unit study, your student will learn about horses--the history of horses, science of horses, the various breeds of horses, the basics of caring for a horse, and how horses are used today. 

Regular Price: $7.95

25% Off This Week!

Download N Go

Handsome Horses

One Week Study

K-4

Since the beginning of time, horses have played a role in cultures around the world. History is filled with adventurous stories of horses: Egyptian pharaohs, wars, cowboys, Native Americans-the horse has been an integral part of each moment in history.

There's so much to learn about the horse-anatomy, types and breeds, and horse occupations, as well as the care and keeping of horses. There are art lessons, amazing videos, and fun facts to see and learn along the way.

These beautiful and intelligent animals will take your family on an unforgettable journey from the past to the present, and everywhere in between!

Sale prices valid through midnight (MST),  April 20, 2011.

New Release: Handsome Horses

From stick horses to the Trojan horse,
what child is not fascinated with horses?

$7.95

Whether at a rodeo, a parade, or driving down a country road, the sight of a horse grabs our attention and induces thoughts of galloping along with the wind in our faces.

Come along as we learn about horses!

Day 1: What Is a horse?
Day 2: Getting to Know Horses
Day 3: Where Are the Horses?
Day 4: The Science of Horses
Day 5: Cool Things About Horses

Since the beginning of time, horses have played a role in cultures around the world. History is filled with adventurous stories of horses: Egyptian pharaohs, wars, cowboys, Native Americans—the horse has been an integral part of each moment in history.

There's so much to learn about the horse—anatomy, types and breeds, and horse occupations, as well as the care and keeping of horses. There are art lessons, amazing videos, and fun facts to see and learn along the way.

These beautiful and intelligent animals will take your family on an unforgettable journey from the past to the present, and everywhere in between!

Purchase Handsome Horses today!

Day 6: 12 Days of Christmas with Amanda Bennett

On the 6th day of Christmas, I hope I win the prize.....a brand new Kindle, JUST MY SIZE!!

Today, we're celebrating the 6th day in our 12 Days of Christmas special!

We hope that you've already taken a couple of minutes to enter to win a Kindle.  All you have to do is enter your email address at the bottom of the 12 Days of Christmas webpage, click the "Win a  Prize" box and submit, and you'll be entered to win in our drawing on January 7!

Now back to the specials! Three of our favorite Amanda Bennett Unit Studies are available to you for $5.95 each! The titles include:

Digital Photography One of the things that is most amazing in children is their sense of wonder. When you capture their interest, you capture their sense of wonder and open the door to learning. This new unit study on digital photography helps to capture their wonder and investigate the world around them, while learning about science, history, geography, and art at the same time. Using this four-week unit study, they will learn about how a digital camera works and how to use one. They will also learn about some of the basic elements of good composition and other important aspects of taking a good picture.

American Government The people and events in the history of American government tell a tale that brings the basics of our government to life. Who exactly were the Founding Fathers, and why are they still such hot topics of debate? Why did they want to not only break away from England, but form a new and very different form of government? Just exactly what was the “Great Compromise” and what difference did it make? And, by the way, wait until you learn about the Electoral College and the real reason for its creation. 

Horses From a stick horse to a rocking horse, we are introduced to horses at an early age, and continue to be mesmerized by them throughout childhood. With thoughts of being cowboys and cowgirls, children play in imaginary haylofts and ride magnificent horses in their minds. This study uses this interest and curiosity to help them learn about history, science, geography and the care and keep of horses.

Each title is downloadable and ready for your immediate use! Enjoy!

Day 4: 12 Days of Christmas with Amanda Bennett

On the 4th Day of Christmas, I had to stop and see.....what does Amanda have for me?

Today, we celebrate the 4th day in our 12 Days of Christmas with Amanda Bennett, with an awesome offer on 4 titles from Amanda Bennett Unit Studies. Each title is offered for just $4.95!  As you're planning the rest of your school year, this is the perfect time to stock up on these popular titles:

Scrapbooking

Dogs

Gardens

Trains

Have you entered to win the Kindle yet?

Creation Camouflage Sale and Giveaway!

Creation Camouflage is one of our newest DNG titles and has quickly become a favorite of many DNG families!

Learn all about how and why animals hide in different parts of the earth, from oceans and rain forests to deserts and even the tundra. Meet distinguished animal-loving experts and watch videos of astonishing animals from around the world while learning about their most amazing forms of camouflage.






Beginning Monday, December 13, until Saturday, December 18, we have this awe-inspiring unit study on sale for $5.95.  For added thrill, we will also be giving away 8 of these adorable National Geographic Tree Frog Mouse Pads in a blog contest.  The contest will begin December 13, 2010 at 12:01am EST and will end at 9pm EST on December 17, 2010.

To enter the giveaway, simply leave us a comment telling us about your favorite camouflaged animal.  For an extra entry, blog about our contest and leave a second comment with a link to your blog post.

Please remember to read these Contest-Specific Rules. It is especially important to note that you must leave an email address or your entry will not be valid. A winner will be drawn soon after 9pm EST on Friday, December 17, 2010.

Don't hide from this awesome deal! You can purchase Creation Camouflage in the DNG Store.

See what our review team thinks of Creation Camouflage, beginning December 15.

Hooray 4 Holidays!

HOORAY 4 HOLIDAYS!

The holidays are upon us and we want to do our part to ease those wallets.  We've chosen 4 very popular titles to offer you at just $4 each! And as an added bonus, we have a couple of coupon codes so you can choose your own titles for additional savings!

From now through December 5, purchase any of these titles for just $4:

Chocolate Challenge

Pizza Party

Astonishing Animals

Winter Wonders



PLUS even more special offers . . .

From December 1 - 5, 2010:

use coupon code 15OFF30 to receive 15% off any order totalling $30 or more OR

use coupon code 25OFF100 to receive 25% off any order totalling $100 or more!

Enjoy!

New Release: Creation Camouflage!

DNG's latest release, Creation Camouflage, is the perfect unit for your animal-loving kids!

Masters of disguise . . . cloaked and cunning . . . crafty, camouflaged animals—from the bottom of the sea, to the top of the world—discover them all!

Day 1: Hiding in Plain Sight
Day 2: Getting to Know the Rain Forest
Day 3: What Is in the Desert?
Day 4: Hiding in the Ocean
Day 5: Cool Things About the Tundra

Learn all about how and why animals hide in different parts of the earth, from oceans and rain forests to deserts and even the tundra. Meet distinguished animal-loving experts and watch videos of astonishing animals from around the world while learning about their most amazing forms of camouflage.

Watch your children’s faces as they enjoy close-up adventures with so many obscure, crafty animals. Join in the fun and learn about these amazing creatures—what they eat, how they use camouflage, where they live, and much more. Peek at some exotic places and unfamiliar lands where these creatures live, while searching out answers to fascinating topics.



Purchase Creation Camouflage today!

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New Release: Astonishing Animals!

DNG's newest release, Astonishing Animals, is sure to be a huge hit with your children.  Some of these animals they may have never even heard of before, but they are sure to become favorites!

Night-stalking primates with nasty-clawed, crooked fingers . . . giant, dragon-like reptiles eager to eat . . . tobogganing penguins swift on the snow . . . clutches of turtle hatchlings in pursuit of the sea . . . an ark, abundant with astonishing animals . . .

And God saw that it was good.

A dog may be man’s best friend, but it’s God’s gift of all kinds of animals that kids are absolutely crazy about!

Day 1: What Exactly Is an Aye-Aye?
Day 2: Cool Things About Wolverines
Day 3: What Are Komodo Dragons?
Day 4: Getting to Know Loggerhead Sea Turtles
Day 5: What Is an Adélie Penguin?

How many critters has your household held over the years?

There’s no doubt that children are fascinated with animals—they begin building that sense of awe and wonder at an early age with the introduction of Noah and the ark. By selecting animals that are a bit off the beaten path, this E-Book will keep kids quite absorbed and actively productive.



Purchase Astonishing Animals!

Blog Tour: Terrific Tigers

Hunting down interesting facts and amusements found among God’s magnificent creatures is an exciting way to learn!

Did you realize that in the past 100 years the number of tigers has been reduced by 95%? When you lock eyes with that caged tiger, you are experiencing a rare treat!

There's no doubt that the tiger is a part of the astonishing work of our Creator and His ability to make this world a special place for all of His creations.

Our review team has been busy using the DNG, Terrific Tigers!  They will be posting their reviews of this cool title over the next few days, so be sure to check back often! .  Just scroll down and click on the “Linky Tool” at the bottom of this page to find them.



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New Release: Tremendous Trees!

Our latest release, Tremendous Trees, is ready for you in the Schoolhouse Store, at an introductory price of 20% off!  As the leaves change colors and fall, autumn is the perfect time to study trees!

Many childhood dreams are found amid dirt, roots, leaves, seeds, and branches. Remember berry picking, tire swings, “maple seed” helicopters, tree forts, and wildflower bouquets? Trees bring out the kid in us and hold many treasures—from the tallest to the smallest!

Unfold a canopy of delightful learning and adventure within the pages of this newest title from the Download N Go™ Series . . .

Tremendous Trees

One week of hands-on learning adventures for kids from K – 4th grade and up.

“The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.”
—Ralph Waldo Emerson

There’s a thoughtful reason to celebrate the season at this beautiful time of year! Embark on a fun living and learning opportunity right now in your own home and neighborhood! You’ll find this information simply amazing! From roots to leaves to tree rings, children will research fascinating facts and encounter scientific incentives to learn about trees, keeping them encouraged to learn more.

Wouldn’t it be fun to hop on the Internet Express and take a tour of the amazing world of trees? Trees happen to be one of the most useful things in the world that God created, and they can be amusing too! Take a close look at these diverse and marvelous gifts to us while traveling through some beautiful countries around the world!

The daily journey is filled with high-interest fun in an interactive format:

• Day 1: Trees—What Are They?
• Day 2: Getting to Know Trees
• Day 3: Trees Provide Many Gifts
• Day 4: The Science of Trees
• Day 5: Cool Things About Trees

With this unit study/lapbook, your child will learn all about the Tree of the Day and Trees in the Bible while investigating many interesting facets of trees! There are games, map work, crafts, and a plethora of teacher-recommended Internet links, resources, and information! Learn about the tree life cycle, major parts, different types, and even dendrochronology (that’s the process of dating trees through their rings)! Join in the fun and learn about trees, from the smallest species to the giant redwood, investigating both common and uncommon trees.

Many children dream of having their own tree house haven, and they’ll love investigating that fun area of this study. There’s even the opportunity to design their own dream tree house!

Your young nature enthusiasts will seek to answer thought-provoking questions like these:

• What’s the view like from the tallest treetop?
• How do leaves change colors?
• What do trees provide for us?
• What are the most unusual trees in the world?
• How can grafting produce magnificently shaped trees?
• What is the most important tree found in the Bible?
• What would happen if there were no trees?
• What is the most accurate way to measure a tree’s height?
• And so many more!

Each day, your child will explore and investigate the world of trees, creating and adding more learning components to his Tremendous Trees lapbook, building a wonderful reminder of all that he is learning, to be treasured for years to come. Enjoy your choice of Fun Family Ideasplus additional Learning Links and all lapbook components—ready to go! As a special reward, students will earn the Tremendous Trees Certificate of Completion at the end of the study!



For a limited time, you can purchase Tremendous Trees for the discounted price of  20% off!  Enjoy!

DNG Birthday Bash: Monday Special

Download N Go is one year old and the party has started!  For this entire week we'll have a different special deal each day, for 24 hours only. You'll find all of the daily specials on the SPECIALS page of the Download N Go website, so be sure to check back every day through Saturday, October 9! Each deal will begin at midnight EST and run for 24 hours.

We're also celebrating with a FUDGE contest.  Check out the details here and be sure to enter to win 1 pound of delicious fudge from Fudge by Design!

Monday's special deal is Terrific Tigers for just $5.50!

Hunting down interesting facts and amusements found among God’s magnificent creatures is an exciting way to learn! Did you realize that in the past 100 years the number of tigers has been reduced by 95%? When you lock eyes with that caged tiger, you are experiencing a rare treat!

There are many efforts underway to protect these magnificent agile beasts, and the research and hard work to save the tigers provides a wide-open door of adventure and investigation for children.

The tiger is an amazing creature, and there’s much to delight and discern:

• Where does the nearest wild tiger live?
• What good are a tiger’s stripes?
• How near extinction are tigers?
• What is the science secret that produces a white tiger?
• What comparisons can you draw between tigers and house cats?
• How cute and curious are tiger cubs?
• Which literary, bouncy tiger has captured the hearts of children all over the world?
• What makes tigers so terrific?

Of all the animals seen around the world, none captures attention like the tiger. Have you seen a Siberian tiger run? A momma tiger’s interaction with her unusually adventurous 6-week-old cubs? The video clips in this study are mesmerizing!

In Terrific Tigers, you and your child will learn all about the different kinds of tigers of the world—what they eat, where they live, and the problems that they face. You’ll watch tiger videos and webcams from around the world and see just how they move and run, as well as how they play.

Each day your child will explore and investigate, creating and adding more learning components to his Terrific Tigers lapbook—building a wonderful reminder of all that he is learning to be enjoyed for years to come.

There will be science discoveries, geography and map work, Bible applications, art appreciation, and a variety of language arts exercises, all implemented in a fun environment of learning. This comprehensive study includes many motivating activities! Kids will . . .

• Be introduced to the Tiger of the Day!
• Select a variety of high-interest books from the daily book lists.
• Record their favorite finds and fascinating facts.
• Investigate tons of informational hyperlinks, plus coloring pages, games, and puzzles.
• Make a Tiger Survival accordion book along with other lapbook activities.
• Create crafts, enjoy experiments, and research related subjects!
• And so much more!

Download N Go™ weekly adventures were designed for kids from K–4th grade and work wonderfully with multilevel families! You can adapt this study further with older children or work more closely with younger children.

Leap through five FUN, compelling days of lessons covering these objectives:

Day 1:  What Is a Tiger?
Day 2:  Getting to Know Tigers
Day 3:  Where Are the Tigers?
Day 4:  The Science of Tigers
Day 5:  Cool Things About Tigers

There are Fun Family Ideas, Additional Learning Links, and Scripture and quotes pages, and at the end of the study, kids will be thrilled to earn a Terrific Tigers Certificate of Completion!
Simple, effective, learning!

New Release: Terrific Tigers and a Giveaway!

Hunting down interesting facts and amusements found among God’s magnificent creatures is an exciting way to learn!

Did you realize that in the past 100 years the number of tigers has been reduced by 95%? When you lock eyes with that caged tiger, you are experiencing a rare treat!

There's no doubt that the tiger is a part of the astonishing work of our Creator and His ability to make this world a special place for all of His creations.

Day 1: What Is a Tiger?
Day 2: Getting to Know Tigers
Day 3: Where Are the Tigers?
Day 4: The Science of Tigers
Day 5: Cool Things About Tigers



Of all the animals seen around the world, none captures attention like the tigers. Have you seen a Siberian tiger run? A momma tiger’s interaction with her unusually adventurous 6-week-old cubs? The video clips in this study are mesmerizing!

In Terrific Tigers, you and your child will learn all about the different kinds of tigers of the world—what they eat, where they live, and the problems they face. You’ll watch tiger videos and webcams from around the world and see just how they move and run, as well as how they play.

Monday, September 20,

Hunting down interesting facts and amusements found among God’s magnificent creatures is an exciting way to learn!

Did you realize that in the past 100 years the number of tigers has been reduced by 95%? When you lock eyes with that caged tiger, you are experiencing a rare treat!

There's no doubt that the tiger is a part of the astonishing work of our Creator and His ability to make this world a special place for all of His creations.

Day 1: What Is a Tiger?
Day 2: Getting to Know Tigers
Day 3: Where Are the Tigers?
Day 4: The Science of Tigers
Day 5: Cool Things About Tigers



Of all the animals seen around the world, none captures attention like the tigers. Have you seen a Siberian tiger run? A momma tiger’s interaction with her unusually adventurous 6-week-old cubs? The video clips in this study are mesmerizing!

In Terrific Tigers, you and your child will learn all about the different kinds of tigers of the world—what they eat, where they live, and the problems they face. You’ll watch tiger videos and webcams from around the world and see just how they move and run, as well as how they play.

Order Terrific Tigers here! To celebrate this much anticipated DNG, we will be giving away a terrific Tiger mouse pad to every 10th Terrific Tigers purchaser!  How adorable are these?

We have limited numbers of the mouse pads, and this special giveaway will end at midnight on Tuesday, September 21, so don't wait too long to order!

Beat the Monday blues...

Ready to break the winter slush slump? :-)

JUST released - Whale Tales - the newest Download N Go title, and here's the link - check out some of the reviews:

http://downloadngo.com/WhaleTales.htm