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Barefoot Books {giveaway}

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Today I am pleased to bring you a giveaway from a sweet mama named Veronika who introduced my family to Barefoot Books a few months ago.  I have to say that I am impressed with the thoughtful nature of each of the Barefoot titles that we have read, our favorites being “Mama Panya’s Pancakes,” “Listen, Listen,” and “The Girl with the Brave Heart.”  Veronika is sharing a bit about herself and Barefoot Books today:

“My name is Veronika Riches and I am an independent ambassador for children’s book publisher, Barefoot Books. Barefoot Books is an award-winning publishing company committed to nurturing a love of reading in a way that encourages children to explore their creativity, and discover the diversity of the world’s many cultures and traditions.  Barefoot Books offers many children’s books inspired by stories about people and the natural world around them.  A world-wide community of writers, artists, storytellers, musicians, and others are committed to providing timeless stories and captivating art that can help children become happy, engaged members of a global society.  The full selection of products can be found here. The publisher’s core values are listed here.”

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“I first became involved with Barefoot Books in 2009 because of my daughter’s love of books and my desire to stay at home with her while she is growing up.  I am now very excited to share my love for beautiful books with my daughter and her younger sister.  I love that Barefoot Books offer what I think is essential in life – enthusiasm for reading, creativity and discovery.

My own love for books and reading developed very early on in my life and I remember reading under the covers with a flashlight as a child.  When I was old enough to have a job I sometimes dreamed about being a librarian or working at a bookstore.  It never happened – until now. Now I own my own bookstore!”

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“Becoming a Barefoot Books Ambassador is one of the best experiences of my life so far.  I am pleased with the way my business is growing and and have great plans for the future.  I have gained a wealth of experience in working year around at events of all kinds from small home parties and community fairs to large scale education conferences and marketing shows.  I also sell from my home.

Being a Barefoot Books Ambassador is very rewarding. The support to build your business is always there – from the moment you sign up to whatever level you want to take it to.  I offer help and support to my growing team of ambassadors in building a business in a way that suits personal circumstances, skills and abilities.  I look forward to welcoming new additions to my team. If you’re interested in becoming an ambassador and looking support in getting started, please contact me any time.

I am enjoying my time of living Barefoot with my little girls and love bringing Barefoot Books to other families.  I discovered Ginny’s blog through Ravelry when I was browsing the gallery of the Milo pattern, a popular toddler vest.  As a new knitter who loves to wrap her own children in cozy wool, I love Ginny’s creations and feel inspired by what she knits for her family.

May your family’s life be also full of joy, laughter, art and beautiful stories for many years to come!”

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Veronika is offering one Small Things reader a $25.00 gift card.  She is also offering a 20% discount on all purchases.  The discount code is FRIEND.  All orders over $60 receive free shipping.

For your chance to win, simply leave a comment on this post.  For a second chance to win:  visit the Barefoot Books site then come back here and leave another comment naming a Barefoot book that interests you.

Comments are closed and the winner is Meghan:  “My daughter is a book-a-holic. She would love these!”

Thanks, Veronika and Barefoot Books!

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Comments

  2. Wow, what an amazing collection of books and it’s so easy to search by age and subject. I would love to read The Barefoot Book of Animal Tales from around the world by Naomi Adler.

    Thank you for this post, Ginny. I am happy to spend our homeschooling funds here. xo

  3. Wow, what an amazing selection of books and it’s so easy to browse with age or subjects. I think my little family would love to read:
    The Barefoot Book of Animal Tales
    from around the world
    by Naomi Adler

    Thank you for this opportunity to access these beautiful books. I am happy to spend our homeschooling funds here.
    Cheers.

  4. I visited the website and i just could not choose one book- so many great books! Would probably love one from World cultures or Happy planet although all books are wonderful.

  6. We LOVE Mama Panya’s Pancakes. It’s a favourite. When our now six year old was two, we had a pajama pancake birthday party – pancake cake, everyone wore pjs’s and we read stories about pancakes, including Mama Panya’s Pancakes.

    Thanks for the opportunity!

  12. I recognize one of those covers as a book we have, but wasn’t knowlegeable about this publisher. Of course we’d be delighted to win. Thank you for the opportunity!

  16. We love to read! Ella 3,5 and Mia 1! About to check out Barefoot Books right now. Thanks for the giveaway!

  17. I didn’t realize until clicking over to the website that a few of my girls’ favorite library books are Barefoot Books – we would love to add “Who’s in the Forest” and Clare Beaton’s Nursery Rhymes or one of the folk tales to our collection.

  25. I would really like the Kids’ Garden and Kids’ Kitchen card sets as I am a teacher (since no kiddos of my own yet) and we do cooking lessons and have a garden, but I always need more ideas.

  28. It is a standing joke in our family that there are two things I cannot pass up. Good books and a good yard sale…how wonderful to see some good books.
    Julie

  29. I’d be really interested in Clare Beaton’s Farmyard Rhymes for my little guy, but there are so many interesting titles!

  33. It’s been a while since I’ve looked at Barefoot Books. Their independent reader collections look great! Thanks for the chance to win.

  35. I visited the site. I would love for the boys to read the Devaali one! But I bet they would like Never Trust a Tiger or the Giant Turnip!
    Paula

  39. I have never heard of these books before and they are just what I am looking for! The real princess looks awesome and also the game Count you chickens would be perfect for my daughter. Thanks so much for letting me know about this!

  42. I love these books. The girl with a brave heart sounds interesting and I would love to check out their early readers for my early reader.

  48. My son is finally as into being read to him as my daughter! We’d love to add these to our library. Thank you!