ASPCA Parents: Free Resources To Help Raise The Next Generation Of Animal Lovers

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I just learned about this on the ASPCA Facebook Page and wanted to share the cool news with you! ASPCA has launched a new site, ASPCA Parents, with lots of great resources, tips and activities for kids and families. Be sure to stop by and check it out, then share the news with friends, family members and teachers so we can all help spread the word and teach kids about pet adoption, cruelty prevention, and more important topics!

55% Off Harry Copter’s Animal Rescue 5-Piece Play Set $18 ($40 reg)

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Hi guys, Harry Copter here soaring the skies in search of any jungle disasters. I’m the helicopter to call when there’s a rumble in the jungle as I can use my magnetic pick up system to help the stranded animals to hospital so they’re back to normal in no time. Just hold my sturdy handle and squeeze the trigger to activate my friction-powered main rotor, then pick up the injured animals with my magnetic lift and drop them off safely by turning the searchlight.

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I love the deal on this Harry Copter’s Animal Rescue play and learning set from WOW! It’s a 5-piece toy combo including animals, a helicopter and a flying veterinarian. What a cool way to introduce the children in your life to the concept of animal rescue!

  • Toy helicopter offers battery-free play
  • Safe helicopter blades spin and make motor sounds
  • Magnet lifts animal figures and moves them to safety
  • Set includes vet figure and three animals
  • Toy encourages fine motor control and vocabulary

Regular retail price is $39.99 but you can snag it here for 55% OFF and pay just $18! It’s eligible for free shipping when you spend $25 so look for 1-2 small items like these dog toys…better to spend $7 on something you want and get free shipping, instead of spending money on delivery! Amazon Prime members get Free Shipping with no minimum, so you could also signup for a free 30 day trial here.

Before I Pet a Dog I Don’t Know… Free Kid’s Printable

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It’s important to teach children to always ask permission before approaching and petting a dog or other pet. This not only helps prevent nips or bites, but also teaches kids to respect animals and give them their space. Some dogs might be “on the job” and kids don’t know unless we teach them, not to pet a service dog while it’s working. Other dogs get stressed out and every negative interaction can add to their anxiety in future situations…something we all want to prevent.

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To help you have a conversation about this important topic, you can download this Free Kid’s Printable with a writing prompt “Before I pet a dog I don’t know, I…”. This gives kids a chance to rehearse what they will say and do. Read more here.

FREE Interactive Language Learning: Try Rosetta Stone for FREE!

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If you want to learn a new language or know someone who is, check out this FREEBIE from Rosetta Stone! I have several friends who have used their easy and effective language learning program and rave about it! You’ve probably seen TV commercials and wondered what makes it special.

Here’s a rare opportunity to try Rosetta Stone language learning program at NO cost with this Free Interactive Demo! Rosetta Stone is available in 30 languages, and now you can see the Rosetta Stone method in action. Makes a great gift idea!

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Starting My First Online Craftsy Course! Come Join the Fun – It’s Free to Check It Out!

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I just registered at Craftsy.com and signed up for my first online course: Knit Lab: Projects, Patterns & Techniques. I’m so excited to be getting back into knitting!

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My mom showed me some basics a few years ago, then I borrowed some books and a DVD from the library, and I really got good at making basic scarves but never really progressed to anything more complicated. After a while I ran out of people to make scarves for and set my knitting needles aside. Can’t wait to upgrade my skills and start making some fun gifts for the pets and people in my life! I’m also going to tackle crochet which I’ve never really mastered either!
Online Crochet Class
Craftsy covers all kinds of topics and interesting hobbies and crafts, including Artisan Cheese Making, Product Photography (great for Etsy Shop Owners!), Cake Decorating, Jewelry Making and more! You can register for free and check out a few of the FREE mini craft courses to see how great their set up is, before paying to take the more in-depth courses. Once you pay for a course, you own it forever and can replay all the lessons as many times as you want. And they offer a 100% satisfaction guarantee, just in case the course doesn’t meet your expectations.
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If you’ve already got skills and are looking for projects and patterns, they’ve got those too!

I’m off to watch my first Craftsy lesson on my iPad, but just wanted to take a sec and make sure to share the news and tell you where to go if you want to check it out, too! Visit Crafsty here for more info and to register for free and browse online course descriptions.

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