Solve the Mystery of Making Reading FUN with FREE Hilde Cracks the Case Printables from Scholastic! This post is sponsored by Scholastic. All investigative opinions are my own. May contain affiliate links.

FREE Hilde Cracks the Case Printables + Scholastic Prize Pack Giveaway

I love that my son loves to read. I admit, it’s taken a few years for him to really love books. I wasn’t sure that he would grow into a motivated reader like his mom. But when we lost power during Hurricane Irma, it was such a blessing to find this sweet boy curled up with a good book to pass the time. Good books can be hard to come by, but lately my little reader has been enthralled with the new Hilde Cracks the Case book series from Scholastic. Check out what makes Scholastic Branches books perfect for your early reader, grab your FREE Hilde Cracks the Case Printables and be sure to scroll down for a FUN Scholastic Prize Pack Giveaway!

Hilde Cracks the Case Book Series Makes Reading FUN!

Transition is never easy, especially when it comes to reading. Traditional books are too “baby-ish” for my 8-year old, but large chapter books can be intimidating at times. That’s where Hilde Cracks the Case Book Series comes in. These transition books from Scholastic’s early reader line provides the engaging, encouraging and FUN books geared just for kids like him.

Ten-year-old crime reporter Hilde Lysiak is starring in her very own Branches early chapter book series — inspired by news stories Hilde wrote in real life! In this first book, there’s been a break-in on Orange Street! Cupcakes have been stolen, and soon a pie goes missing, too. Hilde and her sister/photographer, Izzy, must interview witnesses and follow the clues. Can Hilde crack the case in time to post her news story online? Joanne Lew-Vriethoff’s personality-filled illustrations appear on every page, bringing Hilde’s adventures to life for young readers!

Here’s why your early reader will love the latest new series, Hilde Cracks the Case:

• Based on the true crime reporting stories of 10-year old author Hilde Lysiak
• Engaging mystery stories that are perfect for young readers with easy-to-read text
• Detailed illustrations on every page!
• Quality books that we love from Scholastic’s early chapter book line, Scholastic Branches

The new Hilde Cracks the Case book series is part of Scholastic Branches, a fun line of early chapter books from Scholastic, geared to help your young reader fall in love with books. Each series is Common Core-ready to encourage your early readers to transition from traditional books into chapter books with ease.

FREE Hilde Cracks the Case Printables

Are your kids in love with cracking the case along with Hilde Lysiak? Have your little investigators test their reporter knowledge with this FREE Printable Hilde Cracks the Case Discussion Guide – filled with reporter tips, interview questions, whodunnit puzzles and more to get your kids even more excited about reading and solving mysteries with Hilde!

To learn more about the Hilde Cracks the Case Book Series from Scholastic Branches, visit the official website. Hilde Cracks the Case Books are now available in-stores for your little reader! Be sure to follow Scholastic on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for new book releases and more!

Crack the Case with a Scholastic Prize Pack GIVEAWAY!

Ready to solve the mystery with Hilde Lysiak? Crack the Case with this Scholastic Prize Pack giveaway! One lucky reader will win a fun sleuthing prize pack including:

• Copy of the new Hilde Cracks the Case: Hero Dog! Book from Scholastic Branches
  
• Vivitar Digital Camera
• Reporter Notepad and Pens

Open to U.S. residents only. Ends 9/30. Here’s how to enter:

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Did you remember everything for the school year? Don’t Forget These Back-to-School Essentials that your kids will definitely need. This post is sponsored by Hanes. All back-to-cool opinions are my own

Don’t Forget These Back-to-School Essentials with Hanes + Giveaway

Moms, don’t be like me. I thought I had my act together for the new school year. 2 kids, a bunch of school supplies – I was feeling pretty prepared. But then whoops. I forgot some of the most important Back-to-School Essentials. So head to school this year 100% ready and don’t forget these kids’ essentials from Hanes. Check out how Hanes came to my rescue this back-to-school season plus scroll down for a Hanes back-to-school GIVEAWAY!

The Other Things that Go on Kids’ Feet

Cute new back-to-school shoes, check. Socks? Uh-oh. Living in Florida means that my kids are living in their flip-flops or barefoot most days. But back-to-school means back to covered feet. Sneakers are definitely the “in” shoes for school days. But guess who forgot the socks? Yup, this mom. All of those hole-y, dirt stained, stinky and outgrown socks were not going to get my kids far into the school year. Hanes ComfortBlend Sport Collection Socks are the perfect addition to my son’s feet. Durable, comfortable and breathable, these socks are also infused with FreshIQ technology for advanced odor protection (aka no stinky socks during soccer this year!).

Under What?

Underwear, of course. With my kids growing like WEEDS over the summer, I stocked up on new pants, new shirts, new dresses and even new jackets. But I completely forgot that my kids also grow in more ways than one. Underwear – how could I forget? My daughter especially was in desperate need of new underwear – poor thing was wearing ones that were at least 1-2 sizes too small. (Whoops! That’s where the wedgies were coming from.) Thank goodness Hanes came to the rescue with Ultimate TAGLESS Cotton Stretch Hipsters. With adorable designs, ultimate comfort and no tags (my daughter hates tags!), she is covered for her year in Pre-K!

Where Fashion Meets Technology

Clothes and technology? That’s right. Hanes does so much more than clothe our family’s hidden essentials. Stay cool and fresh this school year with Hanes X-Temp Boys’ Raglan Henley tees.

Super soft and infused with X-Temp technology to keep your kids cool throughout the day, comfort gets an A+ in our home.

Back-to-School ready? Now we are! We have everything covered, including those “you-know-whats” with all of these back-to-school essentials from Hanes!

Hanes Back-to-School Essentials Giveaway

Ready to head back-to-school, essentials in hand? Then be sure to enter this Hanes Back-to-School Essentials Giveaway! 1 lucky reader will win a $50 gift card + Hanes prize pack so your child can go back-to-school prepared for a great year. Giveaway prize includes:

• $50 Hanes Visa Gift Card
• 3 Back-to-School Styles from Hanes (based on child’s age/gender)

Open to U.S. residents only. Ends 9/1/17 at 11:59 pm EST. Here’s how to enter:

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Win a 2017 Florida Prepaid Scholarship with the Florida 529 Savings Plan Scholarship Program! This post is sponsored by the Florida Prepaid College Board, through my role as a Believer Blogger. All thoughts are my own.

2017 Florida Prepaid Scholarship Giveaway – 10 Winners!

Every little bit helps. Moms, we are constantly sacrificing for our families. Just this week, I told my dentist no to the braces I’ve been putting off for years. It’s kind of our ongoing joke now.

“What could be more important than healthy, straight teeth?”

“My kids’ college education.”

We both laughed. It’s true. I would sacrifice so much to make sure that my kids have every opportunity to go to college and achieve their dreams. Yes, even dentures. Thanks to Florida Prepaid, we now have my 8-year old son’s college fully paid off, and my 4-year old daughter’s college education underway to be paid off as well. But for many families, college is a distant dream. But what if saving for college can be easier than we think? Enter the 2017 Florida Prepaid 529 Scholarship Giveaway where you will have the chance to win 1 of 10 scholarships for your child in honor of 529 College Savings Day! Scroll down to find out how easy it is to enter, grab daily entries & find out more about Florida 529 Savings Plans.

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