I was really excited when Kathreen contacted me about sharing her new project from WhipUp--Action Pack--with all of you. The opening page of the magazine says it all :
This action-packed mini-mag for kids will inspire creativity and healthy habits, as it feeds inquisitive minds and challenges the imagination.
Issue I features activities and crafts with paper and beeswax--(perfect timing as I have a ton of leftover beeswax from Christmas gifts.) The chapters include Crafts, Science, Cooking, Facts, Art and Printables. The layout of the magazine is beautiful. The artwork and illustrations are clear and enticing and remind me of something from the pages of my long-ago favorite Martha Stewart Kids. This issue ties in crafts with beeswax, and recipes and facts about honey and bees.
It is clear from the pages of this magazine that Kathreen really knows how to inspire creativity in kids. This mini-mag is well thought-out, beautifully presented, and I can't wait to see what other Action Packs come in the future.
Kathreen is generously giving away 5 copies of Action Pack to five lucky readers! Simply leave a comment on this post to be entered. I'll announce the winner on Friday. Meanwhile, you can purchase and download your own copy of Action Pack for just $5 from the whipup shop and get started crafting right away!
The 5 winners are:
Laura who said: Ooh, I saw something about this about a week ago and thought it was such a neat idea. I don't have children of my own, yet, but I am studying to be a teacher, and this would be such a great resource for teaching, as well as for when I get to be a mother someday. Thanks a bunch!
Stephanie who said : My daughter might be a little young yet but I bet we could find a few things in there to have fun with!
Gypsy Forest who said : I know some kiddos in my house who would LOVE to check out this magazine :) What a fantastic giveaway.... and I am glad to have found your space too ;)
Amanda {the habit of being} who said : we have lots of beeswax on hand from making lip balm and hand creme - i'm sure my kids would like to put it to good use!
Alina who said : ooooohhh, how fun? Thanks for the giveaway :)
Please send me an email mommycoddle *at* gmail *dot* com so I can pass your email address on to Kathreen!
Find a source for local beeswax at localharvest. It is also available at craft stores.
Disclaimer: Kathreen sent me a preview copy of Action Pack for this review...and I loved it. :)
we have lots of beeswax on hand from making lip balm and hand creme - i'm sure my kids would like to put it to good use!
Posted by: amanda {the habit of being} | 08 March 2011 at 04:12 PM
Ooooohhhh-- this looks fun!
Posted by: Missy K | 08 March 2011 at 04:13 PM
oh, yes! i'll enter and hope, but either way, i'm getting one friday! can't wait!
Posted by: melissa p. | 08 March 2011 at 04:17 PM
Looks like a perfect activity for spring break! Thanks!
Posted by: Susan | 08 March 2011 at 04:42 PM
This would be awesome! count me in!
Posted by: Melissa H | 08 March 2011 at 04:58 PM
My kids would love this.
Posted by: Melinda | 08 March 2011 at 05:03 PM
how fun! I love it when creative people share their ideas with those of us who need a little help.
Posted by: Michelle M. | 08 March 2011 at 05:07 PM
I think this could get us through the last bit of the winter blues.
Posted by: Pam - captured by our cameras | 08 March 2011 at 05:12 PM
Oh! count me in! this looks like hours of fun (and distraction).
Posted by: christine | 08 March 2011 at 05:31 PM
Oooooh, I love this!!!! Thanks for the chance:)
Posted by: Ashlee | 08 March 2011 at 05:37 PM
ooh im definitely intrigued by this.
Posted by: tammie | 08 March 2011 at 06:06 PM
Great, I also have some beeswax that I need to use!
Posted by: Christy | 08 March 2011 at 06:17 PM
Thank you for this opportunity ~ it sounds like so much fun!
Posted by: Nancy | 08 March 2011 at 06:49 PM
What a wonderful giveaway. This magazine looks incredible.
Posted by: Valarie Budayr | 08 March 2011 at 07:00 PM
I saw this and know that my 8 year old would love it! *crosses fingers* (:
Posted by: eidolons | 08 March 2011 at 07:50 PM
I really need to buy this for our family.
Posted by: Heather | 08 March 2011 at 08:14 PM
Wow! That sounds really cool! My son gets to do beeswax stuff at school, but this would be something for all of us!
Posted by: nopinkhere | 08 March 2011 at 08:15 PM
This does sound really cool! I have always wanted to work with beeswax!
Posted by: Sachi | 08 March 2011 at 08:35 PM
My kids would LOVE this... who am I kidding, I would too!
Posted by: Jen | 08 March 2011 at 08:36 PM
Ooh, I saw something about this about a week ago and thought it was such a neat idea. I don't have children of my own, yet, but I am studying to be a teacher, and this would be such a great resource for teaching, as well as for when I get to be a mother someday. Thanks a bunch!
Posted by: Laura | 08 March 2011 at 10:00 PM
Feeling in a bit of a rut these days with my kids...but skiming this is positively inspirational.
Posted by: mountainmuseLTO | 08 March 2011 at 10:02 PM
So excited about this--it looks fantastic!
Posted by: Wendy | 08 March 2011 at 10:11 PM
My daughter might be a little young yet but I bet we could find a few things in there to have fun with!
Posted by: Stephanie | 08 March 2011 at 10:15 PM
We keep bees and this would be so fun to see!
Posted by: Sara | 08 March 2011 at 10:23 PM
This looks wonderful.Thanks for a chance to win!
Posted by: Laura F. | 08 March 2011 at 10:49 PM
What a great mag! Thanks for the chance to win!!
Posted by: Mendy | 08 March 2011 at 11:12 PM
I know some kiddos in my house who would LOVE to check out this magazine :) What a fantastic giveaway.... and I am glad to have found your space too ;)
Posted by: Stephinie | 08 March 2011 at 11:27 PM
this looks awesome!
Posted by: erica | 08 March 2011 at 11:29 PM
hey! my lucky # is 28, ....but i'm #29.uh oh.
hope i win anyway. i have 2 boys who would really love this *& so would i so we could do these fun things together.
Fingers crossed!
Posted by: teresa | 08 March 2011 at 11:43 PM
Saw this on another blog. I was thinking of getting it for my niece and nephew, as well as for my own kids.
Posted by: naomi | 08 March 2011 at 11:44 PM
I've been eyeing this! It looks like a lot of fun.
Posted by: Sara | 09 March 2011 at 12:13 AM
Wow - this mini-mag looks like a lot of fun! My soon to be 5 year old and I would love to try some of these projects!
Posted by: Erin in PA | 09 March 2011 at 05:39 AM
My seven year old has been asking for more science and craft projects--she would love this!
Posted by: Leslie | 09 March 2011 at 05:48 AM
This looks great! Thanks for the chance!
Posted by: Leslie | 09 March 2011 at 06:35 AM
Love the title. Look forward to seeing what other goodies this little mag has in store.
Thanks
Posted by: Tina | 09 March 2011 at 07:02 AM
This magazine sounds educational and FUN--perfect for homeschoolers!
Posted by: Krista | 09 March 2011 at 07:30 AM
My daughter was just saying she wished there was a magazine for kids like this. She is going to be so excited!
Posted by: Tamra | 09 March 2011 at 08:41 AM
I just saw this on another blog recently and thought it looked great. Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Julie | 09 March 2011 at 08:50 AM
I've had my eye on this _ I would love to win it! Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Denice (inkstitch) | 09 March 2011 at 10:35 AM
This looks like so much fun! My son would love it.
Posted by: Alisa | 09 March 2011 at 11:44 AM
Looks like fun!! We love to float origami boats in the bathtub!! : )
Posted by: MaryLea @ pink and green mama | 09 March 2011 at 11:55 AM
This looks like fun! Thanks for the giveaway!
Posted by: Lindsey G | 09 March 2011 at 11:58 AM
I just found your blog and am really intrigued. I live in Vermont with three little girls, three hens, two turkeys and a cat. I think we have a lot in common!
Posted by: Amy Hill | 09 March 2011 at 11:59 AM
This looks like so much fun! With three girls, this magazine sounds like a great addition! Thanks for the info!! :)
Posted by: Kirsten Taylor | 09 March 2011 at 12:36 PM
This looks wonderful. My three creative girls would love to try new activities and we've never used beeswax (oh the shame!).
Posted by: Sarah | 09 March 2011 at 01:23 PM
ooooohhh, how fun? Thanks for the giveaway :)
Posted by: Alina | 09 March 2011 at 01:36 PM
This is wonderful. I need a birthday gift for my nephews that this would be lovely for!
Posted by: Pia | 09 March 2011 at 01:38 PM
cool! my kids would love that!
Posted by: melody | 09 March 2011 at 01:55 PM
love love love it! If I don't win...I'll just have to buy!
Posted by: Farrah | 09 March 2011 at 02:11 PM
Perfect collection, I'm sure! Looks GREAT.
Posted by: Sara R. | 09 March 2011 at 02:43 PM