SpellQuizzer Giveaway

We were contacted about a month ago by Mr. Dan Hite, owner of SpellQuizzer.com, a great new educational way for kids to learn through a spelling program that helps children master their spelling and vocabulary. SpellQuizzer is spelling software for students that need help learning their spelling and vocabulary words. There are pre-made spelling lists you can download and use from the SpellQuizzer website. Even the most misspelled words!

Miss Virginia and I enjoy SpellQuizzer and what it has to offer homeschool kids. It has a voice that speaks to them so they hear the words being recited to them and they get the opportunity to type in the spelling of the spoken word. You can also create sentences for them to read that gives clues to what the word is. I feel this is a great program that also helps them learn some typing skills too. They even have a page just for homeschoolers.

It does take a little bit of time to program in your chosen spelling words, but it's worth it. Once you take the time to train your child how to use the program, which is quite easy, then they can get on the computer for some fun learning.

SpellQuizzer is not like any other online educational program. SpellQuizzer is downloaded to your computer for you to keep!

Mr. Hite has graciously offered to give away a copy of this software to one blessed reader and here's what you can do to win this program:

-Blog about this giveaway on your blog.
-Send out a message on Twitter and include the link to this review. Hashtag #GGMgiveaway
(limit once a day, but feel free to tweet every day for more chances to win)
-Post about it on Facebook, in a NOTE and tag all your homeschool connections.
-Leave a comment below with your links for verification.

As you can see there's a lot of chances to win, just keep telling others about it and you'll have a higher chance of winning.


Sisterlisa is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Growing in Grace Magazine and owner of AGMinistries, a devotion blog for women. She is married and homeschools her four children while remaining active in serving the Lord in her community.

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The Wintons Bluegrass Gospel

by Sisterlisa

My dear friend Lisa Winton, a homeschooling mom, sent me a copy of their CD, The Wintons. My family has enjoyed their CD for over a month and we have told all our friends how enjoyable their music is. You can listen to some of their songs at their Shout Life page here.

Their CD is 'This World is Not My Home' and is available for order through Paypal in the left side bar of their blog. You can follow The Wintons on Facebook as well. They are also at Behemoth.com and you can download individual songs for your MP3!

Authentic Bluegrass Gospel music at it's finest! Fast fiddles, acoustic guitars, and banjos will keep your toes tappin' all day long! Great for the entire family! Some songs are quite soothing too, brings a calm peace over the soul. So, whether you need motivational housecleaning music or peaceful soul stirring worship time, The Wintons have a gift that brings the Spirit of God into your home.

And here is the fantastic news, Lisa Winton is donating a Download card(for your MP3) to one of our readers! In addition to that Growing in Grace Magazine is purchasing a CD, so we will have TWO winners!

So here's what you can do for a chance to win!

-Grab the icon below and add to your side bar. When the winner is announced, that icon will automatically change and you'll know to come see if you've won!
-Grab the large icon to use in a blog post on your blog, announcing this giveaway.
-Tweet about this giveaway and DM the link to GGM's Twitter account.
-Post about the giveaway on your Facebook Wall and add The Wintons Facebook page! Then post on their wall letting them know you posted it on your page.
-Comment below with all your links so we can confirm your entries.
-Deadline for entries is Saturday August 22nd!

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Sisterlisa is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Growing in Grace Magazine and owner of AGMinistries, a devotion blog for women. She is married and homeschools her four children while remaining active in serving the Lord in her community.

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'Sydney Claire' Discovering Grace in the 60's'

by SisterLisa

Sydney Claire is a young girl who is living amidst the changing culture of America during the 60's. Sydney's parents seize the opportunity to teach Sydney about God's grace while she is actively seeking jobs to raise money to be able to purchase a puppy. Sydney attempts to raise money washing dogs, but ends in disaster and loses her reputation of being a lady with her friend's mother.

She has an idea on how to get money by opening a lemonade stand. Sydney and her friends make a mistake when adding what they thought was sugar. Their first two customers were the boys who lived down the street, but they were caught by surprise as they sipped the lemonade and discovered it was made with salt instead of sugar! The boys make sure to let her customers know how awful her lemonade tastes. No matter how hard Sydney tries to raise the money she doesn't seem to be able to find happiness in anything she does.

Will Sydney ever be able to raise enough money to purchase the puppy she loved so much? Will a puppy bring her the happiness she is desperately trying to get? How will her parents be able to teach Sydney what God's grace is in the middle of the culture change America experiences during their time?

You can find out how God works His miracles as you read Sydney Claire's book of growing in grace during the 1960's.'Sydney Claire' is just one of six books currently written about Sydney. Written by Pam Davis and a part of the Girls n' Grace Collection, this story is one of several Pam has written. You can meet her Girls n' Grace at their website.

We have two of these books to give away!
Simply follow the FOUR instructions below:

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2. Leave a comment with your link.
3. Subscribe to GGM in the subscription box in the right side bar.
4. Send your subscription confirmation email to us at
(If you already subscribe, send us an email from the email account associated with your GGM subscription for verification.)

For a second chance to win, Tweet about the giveaway and Direct Message GGM's Twitter page for verification. (Be sure to add us if you haven't already)

For a third chance to win post about this giveaway on your Facebook page, then come by our Facebook page and leave us a message stating that you entered.

Grab your codes here:

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Sisterlisa is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Growing in Grace Magazine and owner of AGMinistries, a devotion blog for women. She is married and homeschools her four children while remaining active in community service and leads the deaf ministry at her church.

'Mesi' A Girl of Grace

by SisterLisa

Mesi (Pronounced Maycee) is a young girl living in an African village among a culture of prejudice between tribes in the area. She is privileged to be able to attend a school since most of her people do not know how to read or write. Her parents and village chief regard her as a strong young girl who is responsible and allow her to have responsibilities that most girls her age are not allowed to have.

Mesi has a dream of building a church so her people can come learn about the Jesus she discovered from her friend Miss Ama. Mesi has a joy in her heart that the other villagers have taken notice of. Miss Ama has been teaching Mesi about the Lord's mercy and grace. Mesi has a heart's desire to learn more about God and how she can teach her people about His everlasting love.

During a night of serving the men of her village she hears about the animosity between her tribe and that of another. A wall of prejudice has existed between their people for a number of years. The village's lead fisherman discovered that his boat was missing and their first suspect is that neighboring tribe. Without that boat they would not be able to fish and provide food for their people.

Mesi's mother asked her to wash the laundry by the riverbed and while she and a friend were faithfully fulfilling their chores they heard a noise from behind a bush. Fearful that it could be an alligator or a lion, they cautiously investigated. The girls discovered an injured boy hiding along the riverbank. He was a boy from the neighboring enemy tribe.

Will Mesi report to her angry villagers about the enemy being on their land? What would they do if they found him? If she leaves him there an alligator or Lion could discover him and have him for a meal. Should she keep his location a secret from her parents? She believes that God has given her His answer for what she should do.

I highly recommend this book to girls ages 8 and up. Even a mother could learn a lot from the life of this small African girl. My heart was deeply touched by this story and it is a story I will never forget. Mesi's story is one that is a wonderful family devotion of God's mercy and grace, a story you will want to read again and again.

'Mesi, a Season of Change' is just one of six books currently written about Mesi. Written by Pam Davis and a part of the Girls n' Grace Collection, this story is one of several Pam has written. You can meet her Girls n' Grace at their website.

I have two copies of this book to give away.
Simply follow the FOUR instructions below:

1. Announce this giveaway on your blog and use the graphic below.
2. Leave a comment with your link.
3. Subscribe to GGM in the subscription box in the right side bar.
4. Send your subscription confirmation email to us at
(If you already subscribe, send us an email from the email account associated with your GGM subscription for verification.)

For a second chance to win, Tweet about the giveaway and Direct Message GGM's Twitter page for verification. (Be sure to add us if you haven't already)

For a third chance to win post about this giveaway on your Facebook page, then come by our Facebook page and leave us a message stating that you entered.

Grab your codes here:

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Sisterlisa is the owner and Editor-in-Chief of Growing in Grace Magazine and owner of AGMinistries, a devotion blog for women. She is married and homeschools her four children while remaining active in community service and leads the deaf ministry at her church.

Circle C Ranch Review

by Lady Olivia

Title: Andrea Carter and the Family Secret
Author: Susan K. Marlow
Read Chapter 1 here
Genre: Junior Historical Fiction

This book was very exciting. In the beginning, Andrea, also known as Andi, discovers a man who was at their creek just about dead. There are many thrilling parts including a family secret that you will not believe! I can’t tell you too much, because that would ruin the story for you.

My favorite character is Andi because she is so courageous. During the book her world turns upside down when she finds out some unbelievable news. You will see how she grows up and takes on new challenges that she has never been faced with before.

I loved this book because of the adventure and seeing how Andi handles what is coming at her. I highly recommend it to girls ages nine and up. I think Mrs. Marlow did a fantastic job writing this book. She understands girls, horses, and ranch life really well to create such a great story. I give it two thumbs up!

We've given away the first two books in this series, and now you can enter to win a copy of THIS book. To enter, please let us know how you found GGM, and what your favourite article was this issue! Also, we've kept the same icon, but you need to remove the other one and readd it to your sidebar so it's properly linked!

The giveaway will end at the end of the month. Please be sure to enter and tell a friend!

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Faith Factor: Evangelize with Jewelry

There are so many creative ways we can help spread the Gospel of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. One way I like to do this is with jewelry. I made these earrings with just a few simple tools and some small pony beads.

You'll need:
small pony beads in these colors: yellow, black, red, white, and green.
earring hooks
earrings posts
jewelry making tools
clear small beads
small silver spacers

My mom got me a bead tray to help me sort out my beads. This helps so that your beads don't roll off the table, and you can arrange them neatly in the groove until you get the pattern just the way you like it for whatever project you're making.

First place the clear bead on the post, then the rest in the order listed above. Add the silver spacer last then use your tool to curve the post into a small loop.

Slide the loop into the loop of the earring hook and close with your tool.

I have three pairs to send to three special winners.
Here's what you'll need to do to enter:

1. Post about this giveaway on your blog.
2. Place the graphic in your side bar.
3. Leave a comment in the box below with your link so we know you've completed the sign ups.
4. Commit yourself to sharing the gospel with others as they ask about your earrings!

Each color is a symbol of the verses God gives us to learn about our Saviour.

Yellow- God loves you and wants you to go to heaven. Yellow stands for the gold streets in heaven. John 3:16, "For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life."

Black- We all make mistakes. When we do bad things the Bible calls that sin. Sin is not allowed in heaven and has a payment. Romans 3:23, "For all have sinned, and come short of the glory of God;" Romans 6:23a, "For the wages of sin is death;"

Red- Is for Jesus blood which is shed for you. Jesus knew we were already sinners, but he still died to pay our sin debt. He had the hard part. Luke 22:20, "Likewise also the cup after supper, saying, This cup is the new testament in my blood, which is shed for you."

White- He washes our sins away so that we can enter heaven. Isaiah 1:18, "Come now, and let us reason together, saith the LORD: though your sins be as scarlet, they shall be as white as snow; though they be red like crimson, they shall be as wool."

He died as a gift for us. Ephesians 2:8, "For by grace are ye saved through faith; and that not of yourselves: it is the gift of God: " But as with any gift, if you don't receive it, then it's not actually yours yet. The gift must be received.

Once you realize that you are a sinner, confess to God your need for the Saviour, and by faith trust in His death as the payment for your sins.

Green- Go tell someone else what decision you made. Mark 16:15, "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature." Acts 4:20, "For we cannot but speak the things which we have seen and heard."

Deadline to enter is October 15th!

Grab the code and spread the word!

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Flergalicious Review and Giveaway

We are very happy to introduce Megan Farrow of Flergalicious. She is a digi scrap designer with Studio Flergs at Scrabookgraphics.com

Megan's set 'Dusk til Dawn' was used to design this month's layout design and as a digiscrapbooker and graphic artist I am thoroughly impressed with this set. Every portion of her set has intense detail and vibrant colors! She also has a set of GORGEOUS glitters that you can purchase that coordinate with this set.

Megan has graciously donated one free mini kit of this set for one of our lucky readers, but will have two winners! GGM is also offering a chance for you to win either the Dusk mini kit or the entire set. If you'd like to enter, please follow the instructions below.

* Please note that you do need a digital program to use this product as it is digital-scrapbooking. However, it is printable.

Rules Of Participation

1) Leave A Comment
2) Announce this giveaway on your blog (include links to GGM and Scrapbook Graphics).
3) Please put the icon on your sidebar, linked to this article.

Giveaway Button Code. Select all, copy, paste into your site template.

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This giveaway will end at midnight, Friday, September 19th, and the winner will be announced the following Monday. Please make sure you follow all the rules to be entered! We don't want to have to exclude anyone due to lack of participation!

Honoring Mothers

We had an incredible time reading through our entries for the Mother Daughter contest and wish we could award each of you with our wonderful gift, but alas we can only select one.

Introducing our Mother's Day Winner:



Why I Love My Mom

My mom is so great,
and she never lets me be late.
When there is no sun,
She helps me to have some fun.
When I am lonely and sad,
She helps me feel happy and glad.
When I miss my dad,
Sometimes I feel sad and mad.
She comforts me
and makes me happy, very happy.
She is so, so very nice,
like sugar and spice.
She calls me sweetie pie
and she wouldn't tell a lie.
She would give her life for me
that makes me feel lots of glee.
She's a very good cook.
I think she should write a cookbook.
I love her so very much!

Love, Munchkin (age 8) and Mom, also known as DevilDogsWife

We will contact you for shipping information and get your Mother's Day Package off to you this week!



My mom is the best person in the world because when I was born the very first moment I saw my mother I knew I was the luckiest girl in the world. I had the greatest gift anyone could ask for, and from that moment on I loved her and was proud to call her mom and when I was sad I looked at her face and I would have the biggest smile in the whole world. I loved her and still now when I’m sad I look at her face and I smile.

You can see I have a great mom that makes me so happy the stars stop their shining and the wind stops and even my heart stops and it makes me know for sure I have the nicest mom in the world and that is why my mom is so special.

Miss Sabra and Dawn


What makes my mom special? My mom chose to stay at home, raise my brothers and me, and homeschool us. My mom prays for each of us. She loves us and is very forgiving.
My mom encourages and supports me in my dreams and goals. When I want to do something very hard and/or challenging (i..e. writing a book, making movies, etc.), she doesn't just say, "Oh, you're way too young to do that. What are you thinking???" She cares about me and my interests. I am very thankful for that. My mom can be silly and funny. She smiles and laughs a lot! My mom and I enjoy talking together. My mom is a creative cook. She improvises with what can be found in the kitchen. My mom gives great massages. I enjoy it when she brushes my hair; she's also a great hair stylist! My mom dresses modestly and she has raised me up to value modesty. My mom is my personal editor (and she doesn't charge :)!).

Thank you, Mom, for all you do for me! I love you!
Miss Alyssa and Mom


My mom is special in a lot of ways. I think one of the most special things about her, is the fact that she chose to homeschool my younger siblings and me, instead of getting a job, and working away from home. My mom and I have a lot in common. We both like to read, to sing, and listen to music, learn new things, and go away with each other. In March, we went to a Casting Crowns concert, our second one, and had a ton of fun. We like to go on vacations, and love planning them together.

A lot of people think that we look alike, and we're starting to even sound alike. When my dad calls from work, he sometimes even gets up mixed up!!!!!

I like being able to spend so much time with my mom. She's my mom, but she's also my friend.

Miss Ashley and Mom, Heidi


My mom is special because she is always so caring and she gives me hugs when I feel sad. When I wake up in the morning she is always there. She helps me with my school when I need it. She always knows what to do when I feel sick. She always helps me find something fun when I am bored and she always plays games with me. That is what makes my mom so special.

Miss Abby and Mom, Tammy




Mom needs a good mothers day since last year was not so great. She is special because all that she does for us kids and all of our family. She teaches all of us and helps us have fun.

From Miss Mollie and Mom