Preschoolers join Dora on magical journeys with unicorns, dragons and princesses in the new three-DVD box set, Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Storybook Adventures [ Amazon ]. The special box set includes Fairytale Adventure, Dora Saves the Snow Princess and Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom. Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment, Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Storybook Adventures will be released on DVD on Sept. 13, 2011, for the suggested retail price of $24.99.
Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Storybook Adventures Episode Synopses:
Dora the Explorer:Fairytale Adventure
Fairytale Adventure (Double Length Episode)
Dora and Boots are exploring the forest when they discover the gate to Fairy-Tale Land. Soon they find that there’s a mean witch who lives in Fairy-Tale Land and when Boots eats a banana from the witch’s fruit tree, Boots turns into Sleeping Boots! In order to break the witch’s spell, Sleeping Boots must get a hug from Princess Dora.
What Happens Next?
Abuela gives Dora a special star pocket to catch explorer stars, and Dora sets out to become a star catcher! With Boots’ help, she soon catches her first explorer star but Swiper swipes the star pocket and ties it to a balloon that floats all the way up to cloud castle.
The Magic Stick
Dora and Boots find a magic stick and according to the wise old tree frog, it’s up to them to go to the top of the highest hill to make the stick do its magic trick.
Dora the Explorer:Dora Saves the Snow Princess
Dora Saves The Snow Princess (Double Length Episode)
Dora, Boots and the Snowflake Fairy are off to save La Princessa Sabrina and her snowy forest from a mean witch who has locked her in a tower and taken away her magic snow crystal.
Dora’s Jack-in-the-Box
Dora’s twin brother and sister have been sick and Dora wants to buy them a present to cheer them up. She finds a Jack-in-the-Box but it’s been so long since Jack’s been played, the little clown doesn’t know he’s supposed to pop out when the song says, “Pop goes the weasel!”
Bark, Bark To Play Park!
Everyone is getting ready for the big Twins Day Party at Play Park. Dora even has a surprise for her puppy, Perrito. He has a twin too – a long-lost puppy brother he hasn’t seen since they were babies.
Dora the Explorer:Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom!
Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom (Double Length Episode)
A greedy king has stolen the crystals that give Allie’s kingdom color and Dora and Boots must help Allie locate the crystals and turn the pale gray kingdom back into a colorful wonderland before it’s too late. Along the way, the trio gain help from a British knight, a giant caterpillar and a magician who give Dora three gifts – a shield, butterfly wings and a magic wand – to aid in her journey. Using these presents, Dora attempts to defeat the greedy king and restore color to the kingdom.
First Day of School
Boots and Tico are really excited because it’s their first day of school ever. In their new school, they’ll learn in English and Spanish! Dora leads the way, teaching Boots Spanish and Tico English as they head out to school.
Boots’ Banana Wish
Dora and Boots are at an amusement park where they have a special wishing machine. Boots makes a wish for bananas and suddenly a bunch fall down on Boots. He’s so happy but soon realizes that the bananas don’t stop coming.
Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Storybook Adventures Fast Facts:
Catalogue: 145454
DVD SRP: $24.99
DVD Running Time: Approximately 282 Minutes
Nothing is better then getting 3 discs full of Dora for your kids at what most movies cost, they’re great as gifts since its a 3 dvds packaged together. The stories in this box set arent new but they’re also really not in the dora replay loop on TV. So for those Dora fans just double check to make sure you dont own the single DVDs for those just getting started – its a wonderful buy!
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. September 21st, 2011.
2 Lucky people will win the Dora DVD Box set! Tell us your favorite character on Dora is and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @NickelodeonDVD @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/plgnfD and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win the #Dora the Explorer #StorybookAdventures DVD Set from @dadarocks & @NickelodeonDVD – http://dad.tc/plgnfD
Discover unicorns, gnomes and fairies in three fantastical Dora episodes featured on the Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Enchanted Forest Adventures DVD [ Amazon ] that will be available on Sept.13, 2011, weeks before they premiere on air in November 2011. Dora and Boots must defend the kingdom of the Enchanted Forest, travel to Atlantis and save King Unicornio in this epic three-part adventure, which includes a special double-length feature! As an added bonus, a one-year free subscription to Parents magazine is included in the DVD for a limited time only. Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment, Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Enchanted Forest Adventures will be released on DVD for the suggested retail price of $19.99.
Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Enchanted Forest Adventures Episode Synopses:
Tale of the Unicorn King
All of the forest animals choose Unicornio as the King of the Enchanted Forest. The animals think Unicornio is kind, smart, brave and strong but Unicornio is shy and doesn’t think he’s any of those things. Dora and Boots must prove to Unicornio that he can be King.
The Secret of Atlantis
Dora and Boots are at the beach when they see Diego riding in on a dolphin. He just went on an undersea adventure and found the legendary lost continent of Atlantis where he finds out why it disappeared from the Earth. Diego recruits Dora, Boots and King Unicornio to help him end an ancient feud between unicorns and dragons as it’s the only way to make Atlantis rise.
Dora Saves King Unicornio (Double-Length Episode)
Dora and Boots are playing in the leaves on an autumn day and Little Rabbit from the Enchanted Forest arrives to ask for their help. When King Unicornio returned from Atlantis to the Enchanted Forest, Owl didn’t want to give back the king’s crown, so he tricks Unicornio. If Unicornio doesn’t plug up the dam with his horn, the whole forest will flood! Meanwhile, Owl is still ruling over the Enchanted Forest and making new rules like banning scarecrows, gnomes and fairies from the forest. Dora and Boots set out to rescue Unicornio from the Owl.
Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Enchanted Forest Adventures Fast Facts:
Catalogue: 822454
DVD SRP: $19.99
DVD Running Time: Approximately 93 Minutes
Special Features:
Music Videos
Atlantis Song
We Can Be Friends
Share My Light
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. September 21st, 2011.
2 Lucky people will win the Dora DVD! Tell us your favorite character on Dora is and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information: @NickelodeonDVD @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/o7olUO and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win the #Dora the Explorer #EnchantedForestAdventures DVD Set from @dadarocks & @NickelodeonDVD – http://dad.tc/o7olUO
You’re reading this because you’re most likely a parent… now being a parent I can say I wait till the last second to do anything and everything… mainly because I’m too busy doing other things to really make time for things but I think we can all agree that eye exams are the most important back-to-school supply. Simply because 1 in 4 kids have a vision problem that can affect academic learning, which is 80% visual.
Making annual eye exams part of your annual back-to-school check list helps set your child up for success. Simple vision screenings are not enough to take care of your child’s eyesight. A study by the National Eye Institute found that vision screenings missed between 32-63% of vision problems identified by eye examinations. Further, the American Optometric Association shares that 60% of students identified as “problem learners” actually have an undetected vision problem.
Children often don’t know if they should see better. That’s why it’s important to schedule annual comprehensive eye exams before starting the school year… Which brings us to this point that its BACK… the whole no time and putting it off to the last minute because the LensCrafters Semi-Annual Lens Event ends soon!!!
LENSCRAFTERS SEMI-ANNUAL LENS EVENT
FOR A LIMITED TIME RECEIVE 50% OFF LENSES WITH FRAME PURCHASE DURING LENSCRAFTERS’
SIGNATURE LENS EVENT
LensCrafters – the ultimate eyewear retail destination that offers a great selection of prescription glasses and sunglasses, including the widest variety of brands, styles and looks with the latest lens technologies.
WHAT & WHEN:
LensCrafters is holding its Semi-Annual Lens Event, with 50% off lenses, just in time for back-to-school! Starting July 8 through September 12, receive 50% off lenses, including bi-focals, no lines and sunglasses made in your prescription with frame purchase.
WHY:
LATEST STYLES: Fall is just around the corner and now is the perfect time to update your look with a new pair of glasses and/or sunglasses made with your prescription.
ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY: See better than ever before with LensCrafters’ new and exclusive AccuFit Digital Measurement System. The AccuFit Digital Measurements System delivers crisper, clearer vision with pupil measurements that are 5 times more precise than manual methods. At LensCrafters you’ll get a 100% custom fit, every time.
CONVENIENCE: Need your new glasses right now? Quality-crafted lenses can be made in about an hour at most LensCrafters locations. Some prescriptions or lens materials may require additional time. 90-DAY UNCONDITIONAL GUARANTEE: If you don’t love your new glasses or prescription sunglasses for any reason, and they are in resaleable condition, you can replace or return them for a full refund within 90 days of the date of purchase. Applies only to the original purchase. This guarantee does not cover accidental damage, scratches or breakage.
For your nearest LensCrafters, call 1-877-7LENSCRAFTERS or visit LensCrafters.com
Disclaimer: 50% OFF Lenses INCLUDES BIFOCALS, NO-LINES AND SUNGLASSES MADE WITH YOUR
PRESCRIPTION. Valid on multiple pairs. Both frame and lenses purchase required. Cannot be combined or used in conjunction with any vision care or insurance benefits or plans, any store or other offer, discount or sale, previous purchases, readers or non-prescription sunglasses Valid prescription required. Discounts are off quoted list price. Certain brands excluded, including Duralens, Maui Jim and Oakley Authentic lenses and clearance frames. Void where prohibited. See store for details. Offer expires 9/12/11.
My wife has already taken advantage of this great discount offer as she is wearing wonderful new glasses (yes she paid for them) for those times she doesnt feel like wearing contacts. One of the coolest things I’d have to say is she had them in about an hour – which also happens to be the usual delivery time for food around Manhattan. Really this amazing – in the same time it could take your nails to get done you’re walking out with a brand new glasses that should help you see better.
I got to try out this perfect fit technology which is very impressive (ignore my ugly mug for a second) like the glasses that I happened to receive as well – cool because one lucky reader is going to end up winning a their own raybans from LensCrafters. Ray-Ban RB8301 in black with a retail value is $179.95 if you really wanted to know (its also those in the picture to the upper right)!
Now that you’ve seen this perfect fit technology what is it?
AccuFit Digital Measurement System is 5 times more precise than the traditional, manual method.
LensSimulator: Experience the benefits of each lens choice in a dynamic and interactive way.
VirtualMirror: Enables customers to see how they look in multiple frame styles.
LensCrafters’ new and exclusive AccuFit Digital Measurement System enables its skilled opticians to measure the precise location of the pupils, the spacing between eyes, and the shape of glasses to ensure the best possible placement of the prescription in your new glasses. This service is available in LensCrafters locations starting this month, September 2011.
How to win it… Contest ends (along with the sale) on 11:59pm EST. September 12th, 2011.
Tell us your closest LensCrafters is and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for becoming their FAN on facebook –facebook.com/LensCrafters you must comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this once). Must contain the following information: #LensCrafters @LensCraftrsCare @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/qVkURB and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: #LensCrafters Semi-Annual Sale Ends 9/12 but enough time to win RayBan sunglasses from @dadarocks & @LensCraftrsCare – http://dad.tc/qVkURB
You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks you must comment that you’re following with your twitter handle
You get 1 extra entry for following them on twitter – twitter.com/LensCraftrsCare you must comment that you’re following with your twitter handle
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must comment that you’re a fan
You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner!
Disclaimer: LensCrafters has provided the prize for this raffle
Some of you might not be aware that Microsoft makes its own hardware. We aimto fix that in tomorrow’s #win7tech chat by talking about all the latest and greatest hardware created by the Microsoft Hardware Team. Some of it is really beautiful like the Touch Mouse Artist Edition and some of it is made to be more secure than a maximum security prison. Whatever you penchant, there is something out there to delight your fancy.
This week @msfthardware will be joining us from the Microsoft Hardware Team.
– And, our Facebook page where we routinely feature cool hardware from our friends here at the Microsoft Hardware Team.
Not to mention, we are giving away some great prizes. You’ll be asked to answer 3 questions during the hour to be eligible to win and they will be sent from @windows with Q1, Q2, and Q3 proceeding the tweet.
Note we will only be talking about the outlined topic each week and we will not be answering questions outside those topics. Questions for this week may include: When did Microsoft start making hardware? What’s the best Microsoft webcam? Where can I go to ask questions about Microsoft Hardware?
* No purchase necessary. Open to legal US Residents 18+. Ends 4PM EST 9/6/11. Details and T &Cs will be shared at the start of the chat from @windowsblog
I’m part of the windows champions crew…. considering I’ve been using windows since the days of 3.1.1 its not hard to imagine I’m slightly more then a fan. I’m also a tech lover, so having community chats like this just goes to show you how much microsoft is caring enough to engage.
Now for the giveaway part… It wouldn’t be me not to show off something cool… How about one of the new Microsoft Hardware Explorer Touch Mouse [amazon] (seems pretty cool to me).
How to win it… Contest ends 4:00pm EST. September 6th, 2011.
Tell us your favorite microsoft product (could be hardware or software) is and please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this once). Must contain the following information: @windowsblog @msfthardware @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/nmFrK4 and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: Check out #win7tech by @windowsblog & enter to win a Explorer Touch Mouse from @dadarocks & @msfthardware – http://dad.tc/nmFrK4
Knowing is half the battle and knowing where you’re going is well much more… my family really loves heading to Sesame Place and we’ve done the print out directions route before and this trip I wanted to put the TeleNav AT&T navigator to the test.
The app got us there in a little under an hour and forty minutes, it automatically re-routed around some delays in New Jersey, which actually helped get us there before the rain came.
I spoke the command Sesame Place within seconds up popped the address, created directions and we were on our way. The day was a blast – it was part of their Christmas in July event – which is why you’ll see some Santa hats on the characters. You’ll also clearly see how much of a fool I’ll make of myself in front of hundreds of strangers and a few other bloggers… so I thought why not share this totally embarrassing video of me trying to bring a smile to my kids face while daddy dances by the stage.
As you can read in my past Sesame Place posts – its a great amusement park for families with young children to tweens. I think the teenagers would get bored. There are enough rides that any child from 3-11 will easily have fun much beyond that age the rides might get a little “young” for them.
Half the park is water rides which I would say is great for the 5-11 and most of the dry rides are great for that general 3-9 range. The admission prices arent terrible as there is usually a deal to be found at McDonald’s and they’re currently running the special of buying a 2012 season pass get the rest of 2011 for free.
Plenty of great times coming up with visits from Max and Ruby, The Dirty Sock Funtime band, and the holidays of celebrations like The Counts Halloween Spooktacular and a very furry Christmas.
Everyone a blast at sesame street – I have some really fun pictures of us on the rollercoaster but I’m barred from showing them online for pain of death from my sister and wife (yup it was a family outing). As I said we got there before the rain (thankfully) and really enjoyed the park. We made it around the corner to a stop at Chick-fil-a (one of our favorites that isnt in New York) and we used TeleNav’s AT&T Navigator app to get us home.
How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. September 7, 2011.
You must comment telling us your favorite Sesame Street Character, please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)
You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@SesamePlace @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/puLtYO and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.
Example: I want to win @SesamePlace tickets from @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/puLtYO
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook of Sesame Place – facebook.com/SesamePlace you must comment that you’re a fan
You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed
You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner!
Disclaimer: Sesame Place is providing these tickets for the raffle.
Preschoolers join Dora on magical journeys with unicorns, dragons and princesses in the new three-DVD box set, Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Storybook Adventures [ Amazon ]. The special box set includes Fairytale Adventure, Dora Saves the Snow Princess and Dora Saves the Crystal Kingdom. Created by Nickelodeon Home Entertainment and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment, Dora the Explorer: Dora’s Storybook Adventures will be released on DVD on Sept. 13, 2011, for the suggested retail price of $24.99.
90-DAY UNCONDITIONAL GUARANTEE: If you don’t love your new glasses or prescription sunglasses for any reason, and they are in resaleable condition, you can replace or return them for a full refund within 90 days of the date of purchase. Applies only to the original purchase. This guarantee does not cover accidental damage, scratches or breakage.
