Silent Auction Item Preview

The Folwell Carnival is coming up fast!  Friday, May 9^th is almost here!  Are you ready to bid on some great items in the silent auction?  Today we are highlighting some of the great books, magazines and learning items available.  

The Unofficial Harry Potter Cookbook

Signed by Dinah Bucholz

Value of book without signature, $19.95

Are you a fan of Harry Potter?  Then you have got to have this hardcover cookbook.  It contains over 150 recipes and lists exactly where they come from in the series.  There are recipes for treacle fudge, jam tarts and bangers and mash just to name a few.  This book was kindly donated by the author.  If you are not the high bidder of the book, you can buy it on Amazon where it is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Gordon Korman signed book , The Hypnotists

Value of book $16.99, signed Mesmerizingly yours—Gordon Korman

 Calling all book lovers!  This is one of Gordon Korman’s latest books about an ordinary kid with extraordinary powers.  He has also written some of the books in the 39 Clues, as well as the Swindle Series just to name a few!  His books are always highly rated on Amazon.  Thanks Gordon for taking the time to sign and send a book! 

Robert Munsch signed book, 50 Below Zero

Retail value of book without signature, $6.95

Robert Munsch is a much beloved author in my house.  The kids really enjoy his funny and outrageous stories.  One of the classic books he has written is “Love You Forever” and “Paper Bag Princess.”  If you have never read one of his books, here is a great chance to get one.

Tomie dePaola signed books

Hey Diddle Diddle & other Mother Goose Rhymes

Guess Who’s Coming to Santa’s for Dinner?

Estimated retail value of books without signature, $5.95 each

Tomie dePaola is a well-known children’s author and has written many books including Strega Nona, The Knight and the Dragon and Pancakes for Breakfast just to name a few.  These signed books would make a wonderful keepsake for your family.

Signed 8x10 print, "Friends" by Eric Carle

Are you a fan of Eric Carle?  Then you have got to bid on this "cute" picture.

Zoobooks, one year magazine subscription

Value $29.95

This looks like a great magazine for kids interested in wildlife.  What you are bidding on is a code for a free one-year subscription redeemable on their website. There are 3 magazines to choose from:  Zoobies for ages 0-3, Zootles for ages 3-6 and Zoobooks for ages 6 and up.  Look at their website for more information, www.Zoobooks.com.

2 certificates for downloadable products at Critical Thinking Company, either software or eBooks

Value varies depending on what you choose

Are you looking for summer enrichment activities?  Look no further.  The Critical Thinking Company has great products.  I have bought math books from them before—and the level of moaning and groaning from my kids was extreme, a sure sign that these were good books!  Seriously though, these books are more than just “activity review” books.  Check out what they have at www.criticalthinking.com.  We will also have several catalogs at the silent auction for you to browse or take. This is a Folwell mom approved product.  You won’t be sorry!

Highlight Magazine

This magazine has generously donated 2, 1-year subscriptions, plus $10 cash coupons to be used on their website.  In addition there are also 6 copies of Highlight magazines with activities to keep your kids busy throughout the summer.  Look at their website www.highlights.com for more information.

7-inch tablet PC with Android Operating System

Donated by LearningRX

Value of $110

Our very own LearningRX of Rochester has generously donated this tablet.  In addition, they will have a have a table at our carnival, so you will have a chance to learn more about them.  I did visit with them because I was not familiar with their services, and came away very impressed with what they have to offer. This is what they say, "LearningRx of Rochester has worked with nearly 400 clients ages 5-95 since opening in 2010.  LearningRx brain training takes advantage of neuroplasticity by engaging a clients in specially designed exercises to promote rapid strengthening and growth of neuronal connections.  Cognitive abilities--such as memory, attention, sensory processing, and reasoning—can be increased with proper training. This, in turn, increases immediate and future brain function, which produces more accurate recall, quicker processing, and easier learning and engagement with the world."  

More auction highlights to come……

If you have any questions regarding the carnival, please contact me, Betty Kennel at bkennel@usfamily.net