This week’s Roundup of Mom’s Choice Award winners is extra special because it features TWO weeks of award-winners! There’s tons of educational children’s books and games in this roundup! Be sure to scroll through the entire list so you don’t miss any of our new award-winners! All the items you see below won a Mom’s Choice Award during July 8, 2018 to July 21, 2018.
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Will, the Word SMART Wizard: A book about Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Written by Mary R. Massey, Ed.D.; Illustrated by April Bensch
Will, the Word SMART Wizard is the second in a series of books about Dr. Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Will is one of the characters from the series introductory book, Ellie Rae Discovers Eight Ways to be SMART. He is Word SMART and loves jokes, puns, rhymes and word plays. In this early childhood story, we see Will using his Word SMART abilities to enhance some of his other multiple intelligences or SMART parts.
Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Star Wars: The Last Jedi: Rose Tico: Resistance Fighter
Written by Jason Fry
As an engineer in Cobalt Squadron, Rose Tico invents life-saving solutions that protect her colleagues, and she eventually finds herself on the frontline of the war serving General Organa and the Resistance. This captivating book is told in a journalistic style from the writings of Rose herself and features all new artwork and full-page foldouts of ship schematics and more. Gear up and join Rose on her journey to becoming a determined member of the Resistance.
Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Fiction – General
Skoolbo
Skoolbo helps improve reading, math, languages, art, music, science and geography for 4-10-year-olds.
Used by 35,000 elementary schools across America to help children learn in a fun, efficient and effective manner!
Educational Products:
Ages 5 to 8
My Abuela is Sick
Written by Jennifer Bisignano; Illustrated by Gaston Hauviller; Edited by Raquel Benatar
Told from the perspective of an eight year old girl, this book focuses on a child who has a very sick grandmother. When the story begins she remembers beautiful memories of her grandmother but as it continues the events start to change. The girl tries to find answers to what is happening to her grandmother as her inner circle and herself become emotionally affected by the sickness. This book has been inspired by a woman battling cancer and her granddaughter who could not make sense of the events that were transpiring.
Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Life’s Feathers: Winged Wisdom For Your Flight Through Life
Written and illustrated by S. Finelli
The skies are filled with messages, and birds hold a sacred knowledge of the rhythms and forces of life. Every bird is unique, and all aspects of its characteristics are symbolic. When and where the bird emerges, as well as the sounds that it makes , all add to its spiritual significance. These feathered creatures are sure to bring meaning and wisdom to your life if you are open to the possibilities.
Young Adult Books:
Inspirational / Motivational
Kindergarten Kids Math Games
‘Kindergarten Kids Math Games’ is a comprehensive math learning program for kids in pre-k and kindergarten. Filled with exciting games and interactive songs, it teaches the essential math concepts in the most exciting way. **It is a winner of 2018 Academics’ Choice Smart Media Award** There are 180+ math games and activities in this award-winning app for kids. All the content is based on the curriculum followed and recommended by experts and teachers worldwide. Learning math is so much more fun with this app!
Apps & Software:
Preschoolers
Ellie Rae Discovers Eight Ways to be SMART: A book about Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Written by Mary R. Massey, Ed.D.; Illustrated by April Bensch
Ellie Rae Discovers Eight Ways to be SMART is a rhyming children’s book that introduces young children and adults to Dr. Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences (MI). Gardner contends intelligence is not merely a single function, rather multiple and expandable. Gardner’s research has been embraced by the global education community and many schools are showing tremendous student success using teaching/learning strategies based on his theory.
In this early childhood story, Ellie Rae observes her friends at play and discovers something very special about each one. This is the first of a series of children’s books that fortifies the sense of self in children by helping them understand their strengths, value the strengths of others, and learn how to work together to grow and learn.
Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
Code 7: Cracking the Code for an Epic Life
Written by Bryan R. Johnson; Edited by Cynthea Liu
Life at Flint Hill Elementary School may seem normal, but seven friends find themselves on a path to crack the code for an epic life. Whether they’re chasing their dreams on stage, searching for an elusive monster fish, or running a makeshift business out of a tree house, can these heroes find a way to work together to change their community?
Juvenile Books (Level 2 – Ages 9 to 12):
Anthologies, Essays & Collections
ChuChuSchool
ChuChuSchool is a wonderful daily learning web experience for 3-6-year-olds including songs, books, lessons, and games.
Learn with ChuChu and her friends the super eggies as featured on the number one YouTube channel in the world for preschoolers.
Educational Products:
Preschoolers
Carseat canopy cover for babies
Looking for a multipurpose and durable baby seat cover? Need a reliable, stylish and breathable car seat canopy? Want to keep your baby safe from strong winds, rain or sun rays? Presenting The Soft & Adjustable Baby Car Seat Cover Canopy By JLIKA! Designed by parents for parents, this safe and sturdy newborn baby carseat cover will help you keep your baby safe at all times and protect your baby boy or baby girl The ultra-soft material combined with the breathable design will not only help your baby feel comfortable, but also prevent any skin irritations and rashes.
Gear & Accessories:
Miscellaneous
Blurble
Blurble is the hilarious game involving something we do everyday – talk! Be the first to say a word that starts with the same letter as the image on a card. It sounds easy, but be careful not to trip on your tongue as you try to get the word out!
Flip a card and race against your opponent to say a word that begins with the same letter as the image on the card. Proper nouns, numbers, and words with fewer than three letters are not allowed. The faster you are, the more cards you’ll collect. The player with the most cards at the end is the winner.
Toys, Games & Puzzles:
Ages 9 to 12
Alex, the Music SMART Maestro: A book about Howard Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences
Written by Mary R. Massey, Ed.D.; Illustrated by April Bensch
Alex, the Music SMART Maestro is the 3rd book in Dr. Mary Massey’s SMART Parts series about Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences. Alex is one of the characters from the series introductory book, Ellie Rae Discovers Eight Ways to be SMART. Alex is Music SMART and loves to sing, play instruments, and listen to many different types of music. In this rhyming, early childhood story, we see Alex using her Music SMART abilities to enhance some of her other multiple intelligences or SMART parts.
Juvenile Books (Level 1 – Ages 5 to 8):
