The Ultimate Guide to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Giveaway

The Ultimate Guide to Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Valarie Budayr & Roscoe Welply is a fabulous enhanced eBook for children.  The 174 pages of this eBook is entertaining and educational.  The animations, games, recipes, videos are fun for children and parents.  This interactive eBook walks us through the famous children's story Charlie and the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl, although this guide is not associated with Roald Dahl's book.

The activities in the guide give us the opportunity to stop, think, make crafts, cook, laugh and learn.  This engaging guide allows us to "jump" inside the pages.  There are over 20 crafts and activities such as creating Gobstopper Gum and Chocolate Rivers, handmade Willy Wonka hats and many more.  The illustrations in the guide bring wonder and amazement through Willy Wonka's world.  My children and I enjoyed the fun activities in this interactive eBook.  We thought it was easy to follow and understand as we enjoyed reading and learning.  We like the videos in the book as it helped us see the explained activities.  My children also enjoyed the special effects on some of the pages.

One of the activities in the guide was to decorate marshmallows with edible paint.  To decorate different faces in the marshmallows we will need...
marshmallows
edible paint or edible gel
straws, pasta, toothpick optional

Using edible paint decorate the marshmallows.  After making the faces, children can build towers or shapes with the marshmallows using straws, pasta or toothpicks.

Building with the marshmallows and toothpicks was lots of fun as we talked about 3D shapes, structure and about building.

With this interactive book we can have fun at our own pace and experience the story.  It is beautifully written and illustrated children's book that will allow children and adults to imagine as the ebook brings art, literature and technology together.  
This eBook is available on downloadable PDF, iBooks and iTunes.  We enjoyed reading this book on the iPad.  
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Giveaway:
I am glad to host a giveaway of this wonderful eBook, so you can enjoy with your little ones anytime anywhere.  
2 people from US or Canada can win their choice apple enhanced eBook or downloadable pdf OR a $15 Amazon gift card by entering the giveaway through the rafflecopter below.  The giveaway ends on October 24th.
Update: Congrats Abbi and Jenna

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Disney On Ice: Worlds of Fantasy giveaway

Worlds of Fantasy Disney on Ice is coming to Toronto from December 21st to 30th at the Rogers Centre.  In this performance we will get to see four of our favourite Disney stories.  Lightning McQueen, Mater and the crew of Disney/Pixar's Cars.  Little Mermaid, Pixie Hollow with Tinker Bell and the Disney Fairies will be doing their wonders.  The characters of Toy Story will be there as well.  We are excited and are looking forward to watch the dazzling skating, special effects and our favourite characters.

Follow Disney on Ice Facebook and Twitter to keep up to date about the show.

Offer
Use the promo code DLKIDDO (on the box for "promotions" not on the family pack box) to get 4 tickets for $104.  This code is valid now thru Jan 13.  Maximum of 4 tickets each ticket thereafter is $26 each.  
This offer is not valid for front row or VIP seating.  No double discounts.  Additional fees may apply.
Children under 2 years do not need tickets.

Giveaway
If you would like win tickets to watch the shows on Dec 21st, 26th, 27th or 28th matinee show, please enter through the rafflecopter below.  Please let me know how many tickets you will need in the comment below and if you are in Toronto or will be coming to Toronto.  The giveaway ends on November 20th.
Update: The winner is Nelia Toronto chic

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Learning Through Play with LEGO DUPLO

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My children enjoy learning and playing with LEGO.  I think the best and easiest way to learn is through play.  My son is a big fan of LEGO DUPLO and spends lots of his time building, creating and discovering many ways he can use the LEGO pieces to make things.

I like having toys like LEGO DUPLO because these learning toys are valuable as children think and manipulate objects to build things.  I think this type of unstructured learning is beneficial to parents and children.  We can spend quality time teaching, building and learning about what children are thinking.  When children get positive feedback and encouragement from us they feel excited, and we too feel really happy about the creative things they build.

Children tend to relate things they see in daily life when they play, I like that LEGO DUPLO keeps their products colourful, detailed and make the characters, animals, train, farms in the sets something that children can relate to.

I like the size of the LEGO DUPLO bricks.  The products are aimed for children over the age of 1 1/2 years.  We don't have to worry about children accidentally putting the pieces in their mouth because the pieces are big and easy for children to hold on to; however, as with anything use with care and watch as the little ones play :)  LEGO helps children develop their fine motor skills and become creative. 

Bricks and Books

I like the idea of having a book to go with the LEGO pieces.  I was able to teach my son to follow each page of the book as we read the story.  I also got his help in building and finding the correct piece that were shown in the book to match the LEGO.  I like how we get to read and play at the same time, so reading becomes a natural part of play.  Children learn to match 2D shapes on the book with the 3D LEGO pieces at a young age with toys like this.  It is easy to follow the illustrations and become engaged in the story of this book about a caterpillar and his friends.  

Play with letters

My son is learning his alphabets and it fun to learn with these colourful bricks with letters and matching pictures.  My daughter and son try to find the letters in the alphabet and have found so many ways to play with these useful LEGO DUPLO pieces.

Large Brick Box

Children will enjoy getting creative with this fun collection of bricks that come in a sturdy, reusable storage container with a transparent lid that makes clean up time easy.  The set includes a book of building instructions and inspirations.  The box has special elements to create rolling cars, planes, houses that allow children to become creative.

I enjoyed capturing these memories with the Samsung Wi-Fi Digital Camera.

Learn through play Contest

Support learning and literacy in your own community and home by nominating your favourite local library and win.  Starting October 3rd, Canadian Library Association and LEGO DUPLO will have a contest, where 13 libraries in Canada can win $500 worth of LEGO DUPLO products and the 13 people who nominate the library will win $350 of LEGO DUPLO products.

Giveaway

With LEGO DUPLO products you will see your children learning as they play.  As the holiday season is approaching I would like to share some coupons with the readers of Createwithmom.

5 Canadian readers of Createwithmom can win (5) $5 off coupons to buy LEGO DUPLO products by leaving a comment on this post and entering through the rafflecopter below.

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Yoplait giveaway

Yoplait is a Canadian company that has been around since 1971.  They have a variety of flavourful yogurt options for children and adults.  It is healthy to make it a habit/routine to have yogurt throughout the year.  Since Yoplait has a wide variety, we won't get bored eating the same thing everyday.  
We tasted the delicious Yoplait kids products; Yop, Minigo and Tubes because these do not contain gelatine or artificial sweeteners.  These products are a good source of calcium and Vitamin.  My children and we enjoyed the flavourful portions of Yop, Minigo and Yoplait Tubes.

Yoplait Source has 30 flavours, 35 calories per serving and 0% fat and 0 sugar added.  Yoplait Yoptimal has 40% more fruit than other brands and 2 probiotics.  Yoplait Source and Yoptimal have beef gelatine, so I didn't taste both of these products because I prefer yogurt without the gelatine.

Giveaway
Win a prize pack from Yoplait that includes a lunch bag, post-it journal, pen and other valuable items.  Giveaway is open to people in Canada ends on October 15th.  
The prize pack will be delivered in 4 to 6 weeks after October 15th.   
To win enter through the rafflecopter below.  Please leave a comment on this post saying what your favourite flavour of yogurt is and if you are in Canada? 
Update: The winner is Angela

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School struggles book review and giveaway

I had a wonderful opportunity to read and learn from the book School struggles.  This book is easy to understand as there are no jargons.  I liked the "take a way points" and tips at the end of each section in this book.  I agree with lots of things in the book and realized that we have to make changes as parents to avoid problems in the future.  Labelling children with problems, doesn't help anyone because many variables and factors contribute to the problems children may face in school.  The author Dr. Selznick has worked with families over 25 years and recognizes the complex mixture of cultural, socio-economic backgrounds and uniques of each family.  He offers guidelines based on his experience, professional practice and research.  He recognizes that these struggles that children have are because of their differences and does not label it as a disability.   

The author explains that children become shutdown learners when there are cracks in the foundation because of time + lack of understanding + strained family communications = school struggling shut down learners.

Children that will struggle in the future can be identified early as 4-5 years of age.   Even when parents feel there is something wrong and approach the educator, they are usually told not to worry.  The signs that a child is struggling in school work emerge in upper elementary grades and become more pronounced by high school, at this time it becomes overwhelming for the family.  

Timing is important, so dealing with the problem patiently before it matures is something we can do.  Some signs to look for and consider so we can intervene early will prevent children from becoming shut down learners.  

• If the child is tuning out during circle time, 
• Highly spatial and visual learners, 
• Active or over active, 
• Having trouble with language based activities i.e. reading and writing.

Here are somethings we can do to help the children

• Trust your feelings when you think something is wrong
• Know what to target and help with skills that needs more practice.
• Look for small things to boost the child's self esteem i.e. "Wow, I like the way your working without being asked to."  
• Get the child involved in creative extra curricular activities such as sports, art, cooking, music etc.
• Maintain equilibrium between fun and learning.  Don't let school problems dominate every interaction i.e. play board games or do crafts
• Support and connect with the child to let the child know you are in the same team.  
• Keep homework time calm.  Yelling and telling the child to try hard doesn't help.  Set a point system to reward the children and encourage. i.e. however try to avoid monetary compensation and reward with fun trips, going out for ice cream.
• Encourage children to read out loud.  After grade 2 children usually read independently and we might not recognize if they are have reading or comprehension problems.
• Lack of understanding that there is a skill deficiency adds up and causes frustration to the child and adults.
• Teach the basics i.e. phonic sounds.  Reading and comprehension problems can be helped by prompting and talking to the child so they can start thinking.  i.e. the author suggests programs like glassanalysis.com
• Stay organized from the start.
• Technology has changed lots of things in our daily activities and has created less interaction between families, which is why it is important to set a family time to talk and play with each other.
• Let children contribute to the guidelines and rules on what will help them do the homework and study.

Children who struggle with their school work face lots of social problems as well and get picked by peers, family, which effects their self esteem.  We can help these children by preventing the problems and taking a step back to see which basic skills need practice i.e. follow directions, play with others, identify letters, sound out the words etc.  

Throwing children into special education is not the solution.  Medications that are available out there to control behaviour is not a solution either, these types of medication come with lots of harm.

This book will help parents and professionals help chldren take a less rocky road in school.  The book is available online and at bookstores.  I am glad to host a giveaway of the books The Shut Down Learner and School struggles to one person in US or Canada.  The giveaway ends on September 30th, please enter through the rafflecopter below. 

Update: The winner is Elaine

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Freshwater pearl earrings giveaway

My daughter likes wearing pearl earrings and she chose this beautiful pink studs from Freshwater pearls.  These affordable pearl earrings add beautiful charm to any outfit or occasion.  The earrings are comfortable to wear for long periods of time.  Freshwater pearls have a wide variety of size and colours that we can choose from.

The earrings like all the other products sold at Freshwater pearls come in a beautiful gift box, which makes a wonderful gift for any lady or yourself :)  Check out the interesting facts about pearls. 

Follow Freshwater pearls on Facebook and twitter to know about contests and giveaways.

Promotion:

$5 off when you spend $20.00 or more-code: freefive

$10 off when you spend $40.00 or more-code: freeten

$15 off when you spend $60.00 or more-code: free15
Update: The winner is Devi

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HairThingz giveaway

My daughter enjoyed wearing these HairThingz and liked hearing a lot of compliments about how pretty it looked.  Many of her friends wanted to know where to get these unique, stylish hair accessory. 

My daughter is not a person who likes having hair accessories on for a long period of time, however she enjoyed having these HairThingz on her hair as it didn't bother her.  HairThingz stay put despite all the running, jumping and cartwheels :) without sliding or loosening; this is a big bonus as we don't have to keep adjusting the hair.  HairThingz keeps the hair neatly away from the face.  It is waterproof and is wonderful to have on while swimming. 

We can layer, link, stretch and twist the HairThingz.  All we have to do is twist the parts of the hair we want to insert the accessory in and put it any way we like.  

Even when HairThingz are removed after several hours, it retains its original spiral shape so we can use it again.  The package comes with basic instructions and styles.  There are many different styles we can use the HairThingz; it is only limited by our imagination.  

It is easy to remove as this accessory doesn't tug or damage the hair, when used carefully.  

   

We like the pretty colours these cute fun tube-like hair accessories come in.  There are 4 different themed packages; pretty princess, Sunburst, Super Star and Cupcake.  Each package has 12 pieces with 4 different colours.  HairThingz are made in USA with safe quality plastic that is free of BPA and heavy metals, which will not chip, crack or break.  

This useful, colourful, easy to put, fun, imaginative product will please all the girls and parents.  I enjoyed having HairThingz on my hair as well; it isn't only for your little one :) 

Check these videos, which shows how easy it is to use and remove.

HairThingz are available at all these stores in the US and online.  Use the code TORVIEW to get 40% of your purchase.

Giveaway

If you want to win a package of HairThingz, please leave a comment on this post and enter through the rafflecopter below.  The giveaway is open to people in Canada and US, ends on September 25th.
Update: The winner is Stephanie
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SmartKnit Kids giveaway

SmartKnit Kids seamless cozy socks are truly seamless and wouldn't bother anyone.  We found these socks comfortable because it is super soft.  I really like how it is designed, it is perfect for sensitive feet.  The socks are form fitting that "hug" the feet to prevent bunching in the socks.  The top is non-binding and fits comfortably without slipping down.  The wicks keep our feet dry and healthy without producing odour.

It is made in USA with 97.3% polyester and 2.7% lycra.  They have ankle, crew and knee high socks for children.  The socks are available in different colours for children and comes in black for adults in S, M, L (shoe size 5 to 11+).  The socks have no heels in the design, which is a feature that I like.  The socks are accepted by the American Podiatric Medical Association.  My children liked the cute pictures of Bugsley that was inside the socks package.

SmartKnit Kids also have seamless under wears for boys and girls.  The undies don't have seams, binding or elastic bands.  It comes in S, M, L (size 4 to 12) for boys and girls.  It is soft and comfortable.  My daughter was surprised about the thickness of the underwear material, I told her it was  thick so her bottom will be kept warm in winter :)
The undies are stretchable at the waist and legs without any type of elastic that the children can feel.

Giveaway
2 winners can win 3 pairs of socks each by entering through the rafflecopter below.  The giveaway is open to people in Canada and US, ends on September 20th.
Update: The winners are Marci and Kristi

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Ambition’s Not An Awful Word Giveaway

Ambition’s Not An Awful Word is a funny children's book written by the author Zack Zage.  Zack uses himself as the boy in the story that is starting grade four.  
This story starts conversation of "who I want to be when I grow up" and "what I want to do".  The rhyming words add to the fun of reading this story.  My daughter liked the references of places and people in the sentences that she was able to infer and remember from other conversations.  
Ambition is one of the most important trait that we should encourage in our children, so they can explore different things they like from a young age.  As the book says, ambition is the beginning of everything we accomplish in life.

The beautiful illustrations done by Adam Watkins sparks curiosity in children and opens conversations.  Children will laugh at the pictures and even think about it.  The pictures go in hand with the written words.  
We liked the detail in the pictures and the drawings of the characters.  I got lots of questions from my 3 1/2 year old about the pictures i.e. "how come the lady looks so different with big teeth," "why is the boy's eyes so big."

Although this book is intended for children over the age of 6, my little one loved listening to this story and appreciated the pictures and flipped through the book several times.  
I like the layout of the book, in which Zack says his ambition in one side and the reality of real life on the other side.  The meanings of unusual words, people mentioned in the story are in the glossary; parents and older children will appreciate this.  Adults will enjoy reading this book as well.

The book ends beautifully as Zack's mother says the moon left a message that "It's OK to dream."
This book is available in stores and amazon.
Giveaway
If you would like to win this fabulous book, please leave a comment on this post and enter through the rafflecopter below.  Giveaway is open to people in Canada and US, ends on September 15th.
Update: The winner is Jessica Mueck

"Dream it! Believe it! Work hard for it! Achieve it!"

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Mexican food recipes: Tortilla cookbook and Old El Paso kit giveaways

Tortillas to the rescue cookbook has about 100 quick and easy recipes.  All types of tortillas and its by products have been part of the author's life growing up in New Mexico.    Tortillas is an inexpensive meal that never goes stale, which can be eaten anytime of the day for any meal. 

Disneynature Chimpanzee giveaway

Disneynature Chimpanzee is on Blu-ray combo pack, digital and on-demand from August 21st. This unforgettable and heartwarming adventure of Oscar, a young chimpanzee will be enjoyed by everyone in the family.  This true story is beautifully filmed showing the life of this curious chimpanzee.  The film is taken in the depths of the African rainforest.  

Anyone watching this movie will sympathize and relate to the lives of chimpanzees.  The story shows the individual triumph, family bonds and the importance of teamwork over hierarchy.  We enjoyed the creative narration of the movie.  There were moments that we got nervous, cried, laughed and became impressed by these extraordinary personalities in the animal kingdom. I like the bonus features and the songs in the movie. The stunning hi-definition images brings us up close and personal with this young chimp Oscar and his family.

Charity

For every purchase of the movie until August 27th Disneynature will donate $0.50 through the Disney Worldwide Conservation Fund to the Jane Goodall Institute. The minimum pledged to this program is $30000, which will conserve chimpanzee habitat that protects 129,236 acres, educate 60,000 children about chimpanzee conservation and provide care for chimpanzees.

Giveaway

If you would like to win a copy of this movie, please enter through the rafflecopter below.  The giveaway is open to people in Canada and US, ends on the 25th of August.

Update: The winner is saskmom

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Win tickets to Toronto Fall Home Show

Toronto’s largest Fall Home Show presented by Scotiabank runs from September 20-23 at the Better Living Centre Exhibition Place, 195 Princess Boulevard Toronto M6K 3C3.

The show will features more than 300 renovation and home décor specialists offering advice, solutions and inspiration for a wide array of home renovation and décor projects for our home.

• The Main Stage is presented by HGTV, where local experts and celebrities will offer insight, inspiration and advice.  
• Design Equations by Casalife and Benjamin Moore bring solutions for today's design and décor challenges.
• Discover innovative new trending products and design solutions with Tina's favourite fall finds.  
• Habitat for Humanity will have an ultimate upcycle challenge where we can see household items being repurposed.  
• Building Industry and Land Development (BILD) and Reno & Decor Magazine will give people opportunity to ask renovators one-on-one free advice.
• And lots of other programs...

Show dates and hours:
Thursday, September 20, 2012   11am to 9pm
Friday, September 21, 2012        11am to 9pm
Saturday, September 22, 2012    10am to 9pm
Sunday, September 23, 2012      10am to 6pm

Admission:                              

Adults:                            $15.00 at the door / $12.00 online
Senior (65+):                   $13.00 at the door / $10.00 online
Children 13-17:               $13.00 at the door / $10.00 online
Children 12 years & Under:   FREE

Giveaway:
2 people can win 2 tickets each to the show (it is free for children).  Giveaway ends on September 5th.  Open to people in Canada.  Please leave a comment on this post with an email or social media name so I can contact you back.
Update: The winners are Colleen and Victoria
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LunchHugs review and giveaway

Having lunch at school is a time when children talk to their friends and play.  These cards from LunchHugs will entertain children during the lunch hour at school. It is something they can show and share with their friends as well.

My children enjoyed decorating the box to put our keepsakes.  We like the variety of cards that are in the sets. The jokes in the cards are funny, it is easy for children to remember them and use it with their friends. The fun facts, brainteasers, messages of love and encouragement will be really appreciated by children.

Wholly guacamole and salsa review and giveaway

Wholly guacamole and salsa are made with all natural ingredients without any preservatives or additives.  Their products are fat and gluten free made in Mexico.  The flavour is delicious to dip on its own or to add into other dishes.
We tasted the wholly guacamole inside our sushi as I rolled it with sushi rice, nori and other ingredients.  We also enjoyed its flavour inside pita and tortilla wraps.  The guacamole tasted delicious when served as a dip with chips.  Wholly guacamole comes in a variety of classic, spicy and pico de gallo flavours.  It comes in packages easy to serve with meals on a regular basis and at parties.  It also comes in snack packs, which would be lovely for travelling and work.
The wholly chunky avocado is useful especially when avocado are not in season and when it is expensive.  It stays good in the freezer for 3 months.  
When we keep the open package in the fridge it spoils faster and blackens.  I found this product at Metro in the organic section by the produce.

The new line of wholly salsa looks really delicious and flavourful.  The classic salsas are available in mild, medium and hot.  The specialty flavours are pineapple, red pepper mango, roasted tomato, avocado, and guacamole & spicy pico.  
Salsas can be used for more than just dipping with chips.  We can serve with pasta, flatbread/ tortillas, topped with grilled shrimp and seafood.  I like the colourful packaging and the useful spice meter that is printed on the package.  The spice meter indicates the level of spice/heat.  
I looked for this new line of products at the Superstore and Metro, which didn't carry it.  I am looking forward to visit Freshmart or Valu-mart to see if I can find it.
It is supposed to be available in the organic section of the grocery stores such as Real Canadian Superstores, Loblaws, Metro, Fortinos, Zehr, IGA's in British Columbia, Safeway, Overwaitea, Sobey's (Atlantic stores only) and at various independent grocers.
The adults at home enjoy the kick of spice and heat, and the children enjoy the flavourful mild tasting salsas; so I am really looking forward to find this salsa.   Products from eatwholly is kosher certified and has natural healthy ingredients that has lots of health benefits.
Check the link to see the ingredients and nutrition values of each of the salsa flavours.

Follow eatwholly on twitter, Facebook and pinterest to see what others are thinking about this product and to get to know about offers.

Giveaways:
3 people from US & Canada can win a prize pack from EatWholly.  
The prize packs will include 3 coupons each and fun promotional goodies.
Giveaway ends September 5th.  Please enter through the rafflecopter below and leave a comment on this post.
Update: The winners are Francine, Danielle and Jennifer

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Doc McStuffins review and giveaway

Doc McStuffins: Friendship is the best medicine comes to DVD and Digital copy on August 21st. There are 5 fabulous episodes and a fun activity booklet inside the DVD. The booklet has connect the dots, maze, colouring, matching and cute stickers that will keep children entertained.  

Children will enjoy this imaginative animated series. My children pretended to be like Doc McStuffins as they played and invited all their stuffed toy friends for a tea party.

The movie is geared towards children age 2 to 7 years. It teaches children about taking care of themselves and others.  

This story is about a 6 year old girl who communicates with and heals stuffed animals and broken toys out of her backyard playhouse clinic.  

Doc McStuffins' friends Stuffy, an overly proud dragon; Lambie, her cuddly best friend; Hallie, a jolly and caring hippo nurse; Squeakers, an alarmist squeaky toy fish; and Chilly, a snowman help her and spend a lot of time getting check-ups at the clinic.  

Giveaway: If you would like to win a copy of this movie please leave a comment on this post.  

If you are following me on Facebook and twitter, please leave the name your following under and email address so I can contact you.

The giveaway is open to people in Canada and US ends on August 20th.

Update: The winner is Brandi

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Modular construction kit review and giveaway

We tested the 3D highway modular construction kit.  This is a good educational construction toy.  It encourages children to develop 3D thinking and become creative as they plan and build.  We liked stacking it vertically.  The kits are inter-compatible so children can build complex bridges and routes.  

There aren't any sharp edges and it interlocks easily.  There is also a small tool safe for children to use so they can detach the tracks.  The plastic in the cars and the flag/traffic poles broke fast; I hope they will make it stronger.  The stickers come out easily so I would prefer is the stickers are already pasted on the parts.    

My children found it hard to follow the booklet, but they built their own roads.  There are many ways to combine the tracks so children will not get bored with the endless track combinations.  It would be better if the toy includes a pouch or bag to keep the construction pieces together.  This toy is aimed for children over the age of 4 years because of small parts.  My kids used their own small cars to play on the track.
The modular construction kits are available at Toys R Us and online.

Giveaway:

To win the road builder modular construction kit, please leave a comment on this post and enter through the rafflecopter below.  
The giveaway ends on August 25th it is open to people in Canada.
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Update: The winner is Tammy
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