MP Invite Bandz Party Invitation Wristbands

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Marked Private Invite Bandz are an all-encompassing online party planning tool that combines a physical invitation with an online social experience around any party or special event. It's an invite, online fun and  thank you all in one. Marked Private's online social invite and uniquely coded collectible silicone bands are designed to be both safe and exciting. Hosts as young as 7 are able to safely plan and interact with guests on their custom and private party page. Host's can personalize their unique party portal adding photos and videos, themed backgrounds and stickers. Guests use their private code to access the party page so they can get all the party details, RSVP, take party polls, chat and share photos and videos before and after the party.  Not only is this hub a well-rounded party planning tool - it is also an engaging social networking site with polls, games and chat where all previous party attendees can stay connected in one place. It's the party before and after party!



My thoughts:

My eleven year and her best friend had a lot of fun with these.  They created a beach party and were super excited to put the invite online for their friends to RSVP once they received their Invite Bandz with the code to go on.  My eleven year went on daily and would change Pics.  

These are really cute, and is a great way to see your child/children show their creative side.  It is something that my daughter would love to do again.  My eight year old son now wants these for his birthday party invites.  

The Paper Playhouse: Awesome Art Projects for Kids Using Paper, Boxes, and Books

Artist Katrina Rodabaugh shares her artistic training and up-cycling sensibility in this unique and inspired book, The Paper Playhouse. With simple techniques including sculpture, printmaking, bookbinding, collage, and even ideas for public art, families work through step-by-step instructions while using imagination and budding aesthetics. This book goes beyond the typical paper craft project to include contemporary design references like Mid-Century Modern dollhouses, VW buses, paper monsters, costumes and masks, and the classic lemonade stand--all made with unique style and flair! Focused around surprising and easily accessibly materials like shipping boxes, shoeboxes, junk mail envelopes, newspapers, maps, found books, and other paper ephemera, and with stunning photography by Leslie Sophia Lindell, The Paper Playhouse has 22 projects aimed at inspiring children to create amazing paper crafts


My thoughts:

This is such a great craft book.  So much of things you need to make these great crafts can be found in your own home. My seven year old and ten year old and myself have had many hours of crafting out of this book.

 There are twenty two different great  crafting projects in this book.  Each paper craft has a list of the items you need to complete the craft as well as easy step by step instructions. The papers are also colorful, and have a picture of what each craft looks like.  Some adult supervision is required.  Especially with younger children.

One of my kids favorite was making the Mail Art Postcards so they could mail them to their grandmom.  Another of my daughter's favorites was the Dreamy Modern Dollhouse. With twenty two different paper crafts, there is something for every child to enjoy creating.  Especially on a cold or rainy day.

Book Review: George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself

George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself offers a fascinating look into the life and times of our nation’s first president. Readers ages 9 and up can explore Washington’s years as a young Virginia gentleman, his military battles, and his political contributions to a fledgling nation. 25 hands-on activities help kids learn about this legendary figure in American history. George Washington: 25 Great Projects You Can Build Yourself includes biographical sidebars, illustrations, historical facts that allow kids to explore George Washington in a fun, hands-on way.


Our Thoughts

I am not a homeschooling mom, I am however a mom of some very intelligent little boys who are in love with history and building things.

This book is a fantastic way for the boys to learn about one of our founding fathers and make some really simple, cool items! For the younger boys this book can be easily picked to pieces so they do not get an over load of information, but for my oldest, he can sit and read this book by himself. What impressed me more was when my oldest took this to school. The history teacher was impressed with the information and projects. She even used a project or two out of the book for the kids.

If you are a homeschooler, a mom with kiddos that like projects, or are just interested in history - I highly recommend this book to add to your arsenal of teaching and learning! 5 Stars from us!

You can find this book on Amazon or Goodreads.