Did you know Hallmark has a new line of kids encouragement cards?I was able to preview a few, and some of them have sound clips when the card is opened! In fact, when I opened the package, one of the cards popped open and scared the everliving crap out of me! How fun is that? Can't you just picture the smiles and giggles?
The cards are adorable. My favorite one has a picture of a good luck fairy on it and when you open it, a magical sound of enchantment chimes out!
What I love the most about them is that they bring out a smile!
Now is about the time in the school year when you have been to your first parent teacher conference. Maybe you'd like to give your kids some extra encouragement and support, or maybe you want to show them how proud you are of their accomplishments!Are they taking an important test or trying out for a part in the school play or a spot on a sports team? You'd like to boost your child's confidence while letting them know how much you care.
The new line of Hallmark cards is perfect for these moments, and it won't break your budget. The cards are priced from 99 cents to $2.99 each and are available wherever Hallmark cards are sold.

Win It!: Two (2) of my readers will each receive a pack of 10 Hallmark kids encouragement cards! (ARV $25)
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Thank you to Hallmark for providing encouragement cards for both the review and the giveaway. No other compensation was received. This post is based on my own personal opinions and experiences.






































































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Oh man! Today would have been a good day to have one of those cards...Princess Nagger just got on the bus in tears because she forgot to grab her Show'N'Tell thing for today...it was too late to go back in the house to get it!
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wow tons of reason to give them to my kids... like state testing to see their "level" of ability. Bad day with bullies ... I can think of tons
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I would use these cards to encourage my nieces and nephews as they are finishing up the school term!
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These would be great for me to give to my son. With the search for new jobs and the possibility of moving, he could certainly use some encouragement.
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I would love to give my oldest 2 some encouragement everyday. Tomorrow would be a good day as they are both going through fuul evals for behaviour issues.
I would love to give my oldest 2 some encouragement everyday. Tomorrow would be a good day as they are both going through fuul evals for behaviour issues.
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How cute are these!? I would give them to my daughter before school or maybe when she is feeling left out due to the baby brother. :)
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I'd like to use them for special things like report cards or when my kiddo is just feelin' down and needs a pick me up.
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weel, jeez i could use these like everyday!! theyre really cool.
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What a wonderful idea these cards are. I'd really love to sneak a card into my kids lunch bag on days when they seem to be a little down or on days that I know that they'll be taking a tuff test.
Thanks so much for offering this giveaway.
What a wonderful idea these cards are. I'd really love to sneak a card into my kids lunch bag on days when they seem to be a little down or on days that I know that they'll be taking a tuff test.
Thanks so much for offering this giveaway.
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I would love to send one of these in my daughter's lunch on spelling test day to let her know I am thinking of her and I know she can do it!
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All of my nieces and nephews are in NJ and I am in Montana...so they would be great to have to send to them
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What a great idea- I'd love to slip these into my daughter's lunchbox on those mornings when things don't go so smoothly- mainly, Mon through Fri ;)
I teach sunday school and work with youth in church I could use these for several occasions
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My oldest daughter is in kindergarten and loves getting cards - especially ones that make noise! I would give her one before her first dance show next month! She would love it and it would really boost her confidence. Thank you for the great giveaway!
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my daughter started middle school this year, need I say more? LOL. It seems like I am always encouraging her to ignore all the kids who don't treat people nice, and cards would be great to surprise her with an extra special message for her.
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I have 4 kids and would use them to praise something good they did at home or school. Encouraging good behavior is always a good thing! :)
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I would love these for my daughter since she just started school and is accomplishing new things everyday.
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Wow, there are so many times I could have used these cards! My nephew's first day of kindergarten, first soccer game, when my niece and nephs are sick, when their dog died, I love these cards!
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2 of our 4 kids have ADHD-like crazy ADHD. There are lots of times when they rope in their impulsivity that I would love to give them one of these cards. Thanks for the giveaway!
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I would use them for my nephew and my friend who is a teacher.
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My daughter would definitely use these cards to write thank you notes. Seems like we're always writing one!
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My stepsons live in another state right now and I'm constantly looking for good cards that let them know that I am there for them even if I'm not close by right now.
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my son is being picked on at school by 2 boys. i have stepped up and called both of these kids parents but i would like to do just a little more for my son. i would love to be able to slip a little card in to his lunch bag so that he knows that i am thinking of him. clallen at ntin dot net
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one time, i could use them when it seems my son is getting stressed at school
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I would definitely used these cards to send to my son while he is in Afghanistan.
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I would like to send one of these to my grandchildren for no reason at all-just to show them I love them.
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I would love to put one of these cards in my kids lunchboxes as a suprise to make there day a little nicer.
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Definitely could have used one of these today. A boy in my nephew's class tripped him and he fell, hit his head on a desk and had to go get stitches. Kids can be so mean. I think I'm going to go pick one of these up for him. Would love to win for next time though! utgal2004[at]yahoo[dot]com
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I'd give my son a card after he gets a shot.
I would use these cards any time my daughter had a bad day at school - fighting with friends, bad grade on an assignment, etc. Thansk!
I would use these just before a big test for my kiddos! thanks for the contest!
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Wow! My daughter could have used one of these after a hard test at school the other day. And I'm sure she would love to give some to her friends that have been struggling with different things!
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My son wrecked his car and he is very down about it. He could use some encouragement.
My son wrecked his car and he is very down about it. He could use some encouragement.
These cards would be great to use when I have lost all patience with my daughter, but still want her to know that I love her.
This would be perfect for extra encouragement right before a test and any other day they need an extra lift.
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I would love to use these cards when my granddaughter is having difficulty learning her math. garrettsambo@aol.com
I would love to have these for the girls I babysit. They are in swim team and they nedd lots of encouragment.
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I think everyday would be a good day to encourage my kids. They have so much on their plates with school and all the extra curricular activities they are involved in.
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I'd use it when a report card isn't perfect, but definitely shows my kids did their best.
I would send these to mothers to encourage them
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To be honest, I would use these for my hubby to surprise him at work here and there throughout the year. He works so hard for our family that he deserves lots of thanks and encouragement!
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I think these would be great for kids and adults...to just send them out whenever needed for whoever needs them when!
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I'm a teacher and it would be great to be able to use these cards with a student if they've had a rough day.
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An occasion where I might to like to use one of these cards is my friend's birthday.
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I'd like to give one to my niece who needs a smile, she's a hard worker at school.
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