My kids and I were invited to review Catch a Match app by BraveBit App Studio, which we tested on my iPad2.  

Description:

Catch a Match is designed to be a fun, educational matching game for kids of all ages.  

The app is free to download on your iPhone, iPad, or iPod Touch.
  

There are three difficulty levels to play:

easy (12 cards)

medium (20 cards)

hard (30 cards) 

 

and you can choose single or multi-player.

Catch a Match comes with several different match packs you can collect, and more are on the way! Each pack has a truly unique theme, from the match cards themselves to the beautiful game artwork and thrilling sound effects. Collect them all…

- Dogs and Puppies (FREE!)

- Alphabet + Numbers (Available Now)

- Football + Baseball (Coming Soon)

- World Flags + U.S. Presidents (Coming Soon)
 
Download the app for free:  http://bit.ly/GDrZOG
You Tube video trailer: http://bit.ly/GWcIon

Our Thoughts:
The soon-to-be 17 year old looked at me as if I were simple-minded to even suggest she play a match game.  The 7 year old, however, was more than eager enough to make up for her sister's lack of interest.

Initially after downloading the app, I was skeptical about its long-term ability to occupy my children's attention.  This is where I eat crow because the 7 year old really liked playing Catch a Match.  Since downloading it a few days ago, she has asked to play every day.

I asked her what she liked so much about it:

• She liked the cute pictures of puppies.
• There weren't hints, so it made her have to figure it out for herself. 
• The cute sound effects when you get a match correct.   

BraveBit App Studio, the makers of Catch a Match App, are also giving your an opportunity to win iTunes App Store Gift Cards.

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* This review and freebie were made possible by Brave Bit & Mom Spark Media.  Product and support were provided, but thoughts and opinions are my own or my immediate family.

This post may include affiliate or referral links.  By clicking on those links I may receive a small reward of cash and/or points that can be redeemed for gift cards.  

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The Munchies: People's Food Choice Awards

Welcome to the First Annual The Munchies: People's Choice Food Awards.  You came, you ate, and now it's time to vote! 

From world-class restaurants to food trucks, and everything in between, help decide who's truly the 'best of the best' across 20 categories in the world of food in the first ever The Munchies: People's Choice Food Awards. 

General Mills' Tablespoon.com is honoring the most delicious food experiences America has to offer - from the most iconic burger, to the best local farmers market, to the best chef. Featuring some of their favorite food people from TV, blogs, books, restaurants and beyond, Andrew Zimmerman, Chef & James Beard award-winning television personality, and a panel of celebrity chowhounds have developed the list of nominees across three groups:

• Terrific Tastemakers- the media and personalities that make the food world sizzle, from Favorite Food TV Personality to Favorite Food Blog
• Best Bites- the most delectable interpretations of our favorite foods, like Most Iconic Burger and Best Cookie
• Delicious Destinations- the establishments that keep us coming back for more; think Coolest Coffee Shop or Most Intriguing Cocktail Bar

The nominees were chosen by a panel of culinary celebs, but it's now up to the real experts out there - namely, you - to choose the winners! Vote for your faves once per day (even recast your whole ballot with just a click!) at Tablespoon.com/themunchies now through April 30th.

Then check back in May to see who the winners are!

While celebrating food, they're also fighting hunger. On behalf of the expert panel and all of the voters, Tablespoon.com is donating $15,000 to Feeding America, the nation’s leading domestic hunger-relief charity. One good meal deserves another, so head on over to Tablespoon.com/themunchies to vote now!

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Free Kindle Books for Children -- April 19th only

If your children are like mine, they love to read.  There have been times where we had to take a book from them to get them to finish their chores or homework.  It's a nice problem to have --I know.

So when I found out about the following event, I was excited to download them for the kids.  "Don't miss this one-day exclusive offer to give your child ane-book (or many e-books!) Adult readers will find much to enjoy on this listalso.

Fill up your Kindle and get your children reading this summer with these 15books, free on Kindle only on April 19 during the Give Your Child A FreeKindle Book (or 15 of Them!) Promotion.  Be sure to check that the price is still "0.00" before you check out.

The list includes picture books,middle grade novels, and young adult books spanning a range of topics fromsports, to paranormal, to historical, to educational. 

Selected books include:

• Florida Historical Society's Best Children's book of the year,  BestBooks for Young Teen Readers Grades 7-10 recommendations
• Books included in an edition of Children's Book ofthe Year compiled by the Child Study Children's Book Committee in New YorkCity, 
• A finalist in the Valley Forge Romance Writers Sheila contest and inthe Florida Romance Writers Golden Palm contest."

Here are the list of books available today for free download:

Captain Morgana Mason by Dorothy B. Mason - Gramp falls ill.  Morgana and her younger brother, Seth take charge of the family'ssponging business, using their small boat to hook sponges from the sea and sellthem. Housekeeper, Goldie, adds humor and wisdom to the tale. You'll root forMorgana as she seeks her strengths and grapples with the adult world.  The Florida Historical Society voted thisbook as the best Children's book of its year.

Dark Before Dawn by Stacy Juba - When teen psychic Dawn Christian gets involved with afortuneteller mentor and two girls who share her mysterious talents, shefinally belongs after years of being a misfit. When she learns her new friendsmay be tied to freak “accidents” in town, Dawn has an important choice to make– continue developing the talent that makes her special or challenge the onlypeople who have ever accepted her.

Face-Off (Book One)by Stacy Drumtra-Juba:Brad’s twin brother T.J. has gotten himself out of the fancy prep school hisfather picked for him and into the public high school Brad attends. The wholeschool is rooting for a big double-strength win…not knowing that their twinhockey stars are heating up the ice for a winner takes all face-off. Includedin the reference guide Best Books for Young Teen Readers Grades 7-10 andrecommended by the Hockey Hall of Fame Junior Education Program.

Einstein The Lazy Kitty (Children's Book Ages 3-6) by Renae Rae - This 30-page story is inspired by Renae Rae's real-lifelazy kitty. Einstein The Lazy Kitty, combines rhythmic writing andcolorful illustrations to make this a short, fun book for all ages but it was designedwith your toddler and early reader in mind.

Teddy Bear Town Children's E-Book Bundle (Three Complete Picture Books) by Stacy Juba - Immerseyour child in the gentle world of teddy bears with three picture books in onedownload. Each story is fully illustrated with simple illustrations of teddybear families. Includes The Flag Keeper, Victoria Rose and the BigBad Noise, and Sticker Shoes. The Midwest Book Review on TheFlag Keeper: "Excellent educational book filled with information allAmerican children should know."

The Worldwide Dessert Contest: Enhanced Multimedia Edition by Dan Elish - Pancakes that turninto trampolines, attacking caramel apples, roller-skating pies, are all a partof The Worldwide Dessert Contest: Enhanced Multimedia Edition by DanElish, a lip-smacking middle grade fantasy with an original musical score by aBroadway veteran embedded alongside the text! After losing to a cheat for thepast eleven years, will chef Applefeller finally manage to nab the prize?

Savage Cinderella by PJ Sharon - Eighteen-year-old Brinn Hathaway has survived on her own inthe Northwest High Country of Georgia since she was left for dead in a shallowgrave by the man who kidnapped her as a child. When a young naturephotographer, Justin Spencer, catches the wild girl on film and the two form atentative friendship, Brinn must decide if coming out of hiding is worth thehope-and the danger-that may await her.

Ashlyn's Radio by Wilson Doherty (Norah Wilson and Heather Doherty) - When circumstancesforce 17-y-o Ashlyn Caverhill to move to her grandma's in Maine, she's PO'd.Although it boasts the hot Caden Williams, she thinks Prescott Junction is thedeadest place ever. She may be right. Not only does a ghost train roll throughat night, but the Caverhill-cursed radio Ashlyn finds foretells that she'llboard it! With Caden's help, she must find a way to escape her fate.

The Younger Days by Mike Hays - In the beginning, Boy Smyth has a dull Missouri farm lifeand a burning desire to be an outlaw like his hero, Cole Younger. In the end,Boy Smyth has five dead bodies and two burning buildings at his farm and themost feared man in the United States crying outside his front gate. And thatdesire for the outlaw life? It's purged completely from his system. 

Practice Cake, A Romantic Comedy (Life in Saltwater City) by Dalya Moon- There's one thing Maddie Bird (18) finds more tempting than red velvet cake:her coworker, Drew. All it takes is one of his sly winks or a playful hip-checkby the cooler, and she's incinerating the cookies. Her boyfriend would notapprove. When a reality TV crew descends upon the bakery, her simple summer jobgets even more complicated.

Away From Whipplethorn by A.W. Hartoin - Tiny fairies. Huge adventure. Matilda is aboutto get what she’s always wanted, and it’s a bad thing. Being a babysitter isn’tmuch of a dream, but Matilda is anything but average. She’s half a centimetertall, invisible to the human eye, and hearing-impaired. In her life, adventuresare in short supply, but there is a emergency list for her first job. The onlyproblem; humans aren’t on the list.  

GrammarCandy by Katrina Streza - Have you ever wondered what exactly an adjective was? Drawna blank when your child asked for help with English grammar homework? In GrammarCandy, the second book by educator Katrina Streza, Danny and Sam are back foranother candy-filled learning adventure. This time, they'll turn a grammarlesson into some sweet fun when they visit Mr. Candor's Candy Shop and learnabout nouns, pronouns, adjectives, verbs and more. For candy-loving kids ingrades 1-3 (and their parents too)!

http://www.amazon.com/Grammar-Candy-Stories-Readers-ebook/dp/B00759NK6U/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1333211251&sr=1-1

ASIN: B00759NK6U

Doctor:Discover Series Picture Book for Kids by Xist Publishing -Wholikes going to the doctor? Who wants their child to grow up to be a doctor? Whetheryou're looking to alleviate anxiety or plant the suggestion early, DOCTORfeatures 25 full-color photos of doctors, nurses and medical equipment.Likeother titles in the Kindle Kids Library from Xist Publishing, DOCTOR has beenformatted to take advantage of the Kindle, Kindle Fire and Kindle apps forphones, tablets and computers.

http://www.amazon.com/Doctor-Discover-Series-Library-ebook/dp/B007A9TLN6/ref=sr_1_1?s=digital-text&ie=UTF8&qid=1333211329&sr=1-1

ASIN: B007A9TLN6

Timeto Get Ready, Bunny! by Brenda Ponnay - It's time to get ready, Bunny! Bunny? BUNNY?In this charming little book, author/illustrator Brenda Ponnay has artfullydepicted the morning routine of so many families. Whether your little one wouldrather stay in bed, play with toys, or try on every outfit in the closet, thisbook is sure to resonate with parents.

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Sweepstakes | The Clean Towel

Welcome to The Clean Towel giveaway hosted by Mom with a dot com & MamaNYC!  

This giveaway is unique, but I promise - it's just as sweet. Thanks to a wonderful sponsor and some great blogs, you, our loyal readers, have the chance to win an awesome prize package!

The Clean Towel is an innovative, sustainable and eco-friendly product that will save you money. Imagine not having to spend so much for paper towels and helping our environment at the same time. Sounds great, huh?

The Clean Towel's main goal is to get some opinions of consumers like you.

They have created a simple survey that will take you no longer than five minutes {they promised}. They are evening sweetening the deal by offering an amazing prize package valued at over $300 - including an Android Tablet! Now, I don't want to tell you too much more about The Clean Towel or it might take the fun out of the survey.

One lucky winner is going to receive the following prize pack valued over $300!

Please Note: Items may be larger than they appear.
Camera & iPhone not included

THE DETAILS OF THE PRIZE:

• Android Tablet ($100)

• Verizon Tablet Sleeve ($15)

• Scentsy Groovy White Plug-In ($20)

• Scentsy Bar / Cerise ($5) 

• Tenth & Final Season of Smallville ($40)

• The Knight Life: Chivalry Ain't Dead, book ($15)

• mark. Night Iris Eau de Toilette Spray ($24)

• Black Medium Collapsible Tote ($10)

• Two AMC Theatre Movie Tickets ($25)

• Giant Sidewalk Chalk Pencil ($11)

• Gary Fong Flip-Cage ($22)

• Gary Fong iPhone Tripod Adapter ($20)

• Beauty Grab Bag ($20) 

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN:

Enter to win the Clean Towel prize pack on the Rafflecopter widget found below.

THE FINE PRINT: 

• The Clean Towel Sweepstakes begins Thursday, April 19, 2012, at 12:01 AM EST and ends Wednesday, May 16, 2012, at 11:59 PM EST
• Open to U.S. residents only.
• All entries must be completed on the Rafflecopter widget as stated, supplying all requested information and will be verified for completion.
• You only need to enter The Clean Towel Sweepstakes on ONE blog!
• Winner notifications will be sent to the email address associated with your Facebook account.

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*  Please note that Mardesia, owner of Keeping Your Cents, Mom With a Dot Com, MamaNYC or The Clean Towel Event bloggers in the hop are not responsible for sponsors that do not fulfill their prizes. 

We have represented each sponsor with the expectation they will fulfill their prize and in a timely manner. The sponsors, in most cases, are shipping their items to you directly. We will make every effort to assist you obtaining your prize to the best of our ability.

This post may include affiliate or referral links.  By clicking on those links I may receive a small reward of cash and/or points that can be redeemed for gift cards.  

This Giveaway is not affiliated with, associated with or promoted by Facebook. 
Happy Entering!

Avoiding April Showers Giveaway Hop

Avoiding April Showers is a Giveaway Hop being hosted by Put A Little Umbrella In Your Drink, My Mommy's World, Taking Time For Mommy and And The Little Ones Too.. 

Each blog participating in the Avoiding April Showers Giveaway Hop, features giveaways with a value of $25 or more! 

Be sure to visit each blog from the linky below the Rafflecopter form and enter for your chance to win! This event will close on April 30th at 11:59 pm EST.

THE DETAILS OF THE PRIZE: 

 * The Avoiding April Showers Bundle includes:

• (2) $25 Casey's General Store Gift Cards
• (1) $25 Restaurant.com e-gift card

* Or the winner can choose a $30 Paypal deposit.

HOW TO ENTER TO WIN:

Enter to win the Avoiding April Showers Bundle on the Rafflecopter widget found below by logging into your Facebook account.  Winner notifications will be sent to the email address associated with your Facebook account.

None of the entry methods found on the Rafflecopter widget are mandatory, but the more entries the better your chances for winning.

THE FINE PRINT: 

• Avoiding April Showers Giveaway Hop begins Monday, April 16, 2012, at 12:01 AM EST and ends Monday, April 30, 2012, at 11:59 PM EST
• Open to U.S. residents only.
• Entrants who wish to select the $30 cash option must have an active PayPal account.
• All entries must be completed on the Rafflecopter widget as stated, supplying all requested information and will be verified for completion.

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But wait...There's more.  Follow the linky below to enter at the other Avoiding April Showers Blogs.  Happy Entering!

* Please note that Mardesia, owner of Keeping Your Cents, Put a Little Umbrella in Your Drink, My Mommy's World, Taking Time for Mommy, And the Little Ones Too or the Avoiding April Showers Giveaway Event bloggers in the hop are not responsible for sponsors that do not fulfill their prizes. 

We have represented each sponsor with the expectation they will fulfill their prize and in a timely manner. The sponsors, in most cases, are shipping their items to you directly. We will make every effort to assist you obtaining your prize to the best of our ability.

This post may include affiliate or referral links.  By clicking on those links I may receive a small reward of cash and/or points that can be redeemed for gift cards.  

This Giveaway is not affiliated with, associated with or promoted by Facebook. 
Happy Entering!