The Creature Teacher - Unforgettable Birthday Parties!

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NEW.....NEW....NEW....Creature Teacher Kids' Website!http://www.acroakingoodtime.com/index.html

"A CROAKIN' GOOD TIME" is a FUN AND GAMES website especially for kids and created by Robyn Wheeler, The Creature Teacher. Our goal is to provide children of all ages with fun and interesting ways to learn about all kinds of animals, whether family domestic pets, zoo animals or exotic animals as well as how to be a responsible pet owner as a child and an adult. We've provided several topics and pages for you including:
Creature Care Sheets: Before obtaining a new pet you can downloadable free care sheets on various pets which include information on diet, habitat, illnesses and supplies needed.
Products Page: If you have a pet or thinking of purchasing a pet, you'll need supplies!! Go here to find our recommendations for various helpful pet care products that we've used over the years and found to be essential for proper pet care.
Activites for Kids: Download fun worksheets, make crafts and do projects.
What's the Difference?: Do you know the difference between a seal and sea lion or a llama and an alpaca?
Creature Trivia: Did you know a camel milks cannot curdle? or that an Emu cannot walk backwards?
Myths: Do snakes really strangle people and do frogs really give you warts? Find out the truth on these wild tales!!
Creature Treats: Make cool snacks for your birthday party or studing homework after shcool. Your friends will love to make and eat these creepy and crawly foods.
Creature Care Tidbits: We will continue to periodically add information to this web stie including our Pet Care Tidbits, Activities for Kids and Trivia and Myths pages. Please check with us on a regular basis for new and upcoming information.

The Creature Teacher specializes in fun, interactive and educational shows for children 3 years of age and over. Let our professional educators bring the thrilling world of unique and exotic animals to your next party, school or special event. We service most areas of North, North East and Central Texas. The Creature Teacher offers a variety of shows and allows you to choose from over 20 species of animals. We are USDA licensed and insured and with over 10 years experience, The Creature Teacher delivers superior quality shows which is fun for the whole family. Call now to book "A CROAKIN' good time!!"

The owner and lead CreatureKeeper, Robyn Wheeler, holds a Bachelor Degree in Animal Science from California State Polytechnic University in Pomona and a Vocational Teaching Credential from California State University, Long Beach. Robyn worked as an animal caregiver at Disneyland's Circle D Corral for 11 years, served as an Animal Control Officer in Orange County, California for 2 years and taught ROP Animal Care for the city of Garden Grove for 5 years. She also volunteered at Friends of the Sea Lion Marine Mammal Center in Laguna Beach for 6 years where rescued and rehabilitated sick and injured seals and sea lions and released them back into their natural environment. Robyn moved to Texas in 2001 and lives on 9 acres with her husband Ron and a Calico cat named Zoey.

Call Robin at: 903-451-1904 or 972-345-8544.

Visit http://thecreatureteacher.net/ for more information.

JumpN Inflatables

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Jump'N Inflatables has EVERYTHING you need for a super party. They have MEGA obstacle courses, water courses, and themed courses that can be mixed and matched for the most fun possible!!! They can fit any event and budget. Call them today to schedule your fun at 903-243-7008 or email at

info@Jump-NPlay.com

Visit JumpN Inflatables online at: http://www.jump-nplay.com/

beTweens

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Check out beTweens, they have a whole new look!! They now have sizes 4-16. They are also offering all new apparel and accessories for dance, jazz, cheer, ballet and gymnastics.

They are located at 1426 McCann Rd in Longview.

903-758-6700

Stitches Embroidery & Monogramming

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Stitches Embroidery & Monogramming is your "Back to School" headquarters. Get everything personalized and ready to go for this coming school year.

They are located in Woodcreek Shopping Center on South Broadway. Give them a call at 903-561-9532

Off the Wall

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Off the Wall has all your Webkins! They have every accessory your little Webkin needs! They have clothing, body sprays and a wide variety of Webkins.

Visit them today in Bergfeld Center located on 8th St.

Their number is 903-595-4799

Popcorn Junction

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Welcome to Popcorn Junction. They have AMAZING popcorn. They have over 40 flavors and a special flavor of the week. They also sell candies by the pound including Jelly Belly and all kinds of others. They have gift baskets and even refillable cans. They have a huge selection of gift ideas and sell popcorn flavoring as well as un-popped popcorn of different varieties.

They are located in Macy's Plaza on Broadway. Their phone number is 903-534-1188. Please go visit them today!!

Safety is Priority at Discovery Science Place

Safety is a priority at Discovery Science Place

Museum calms concerns during weather alert while making science fun!

Yes, there was a tornado in town. How do local businesses react and keep their patrons safe? Better yet, how do you keep 80+ elementary students, their teachers and chaperoning parents feeling safe and calm during a severe weather storm? The new Executive Director of Discovery Science Place, Michael Shanklin had an answer.


During the recent tornado alert in downtown Tyler, the local hands-on family science center faced the challenge of providing safety to visiting patrons to the museum. Keeping everyone in line and orderly, Shanklin gathered all visitors to the museum into the interior area – Discovery Classroom. Then, using all his best “science magic” knowledge, he performed an impromptu, on-stage act conducting experiments with household products like paper cups, water and a few Alka-Seltzer tablets. “There is nothing more important to Discovery Science Place than insuring our guests are safe and have a meaningful time no matter what the circumstance,” explained Shanklin. “We saw 80+ students in a classroom and took the opportunity to teach them that science is fun and all around us. Our job is to spark the natural curiosity we all have and inspire learners of all ages to learn and have fun.” The Discovery Science Place is a non-profit, hands-on learning environment whose purpose is to open young minds to science, technology, math and cultures in order to meet the challenges of the 21st century. Located at 308 N. Broadway in downtown Tyler, it is supported by grants, donations, admissions, memberships and special events. For more information about Discovery Science Place, call (903) 533-8011 or visit the website at http://www.discoveryscienceplace.org/.

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Want to find the coolest outfits in the area for "Tweens"! The search is over......Boogie on over to beTweens in Longview. You will find clothes, jewelry, shoes, room decor and anything else a Tween would love. While you are there, book a fabulous PARTY. Get friends together for a night of Survivor, Sock Hop, or Karaoke! There are lots of fun themes to choose from. Visit beTweens Boutique, a chic Boutique and Party Zone!

The Discovery Science Place

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Discovery Science Place offers several types of Adventure Parties

Base price of $160 (includes 10 children). Each additional child $12.00. A $40 deposit is required and is refundable until 7 days before the scheduled party date.

Party Includes:
A special theme, room rental and admission to all exhibit halls
Balloons
Cake
Punch
Decorations and party ware

"Make it, take it" project
A Birthday Coordinator to help with all your needs
Limit of 30 children
Themes and Projects:
Mad Scientist (ages 5 and up) -- Kids make slime
Going Buggy (ages 5 and up) -- Kids make Bug Goo
Picture It! (ages 2 and up) -- Create your own picture frame
Puzzle Pieces (ages 2 and up) -- Create your own jigsaw puzzle
Construction Junction (ages 3 and up) --Build a superstructure and then EAT it!
Discovering Dinos (ages 2 to 5) -- Dig for dinos and then coloring a picture
Garden Party (ages 4 and up) -- Create your own designer flowerpot
A guest is any child in attendance between the ages of 2 and 13. Siblings of the birthday child are counted as guests. Siblings of invited guests are $4 each if they wish to stay with a parent.

Available party times are:
Saturdays: 10 - 11:30 a.m., 1 - 2:30 p.m., 3:30 - 5 p.m.
Sundays: 2 - 3:30 p.m.
Party times fill up quickly, so book early. For reservations, please call (903) 533-8011, ext. 28. For more information about DSC, visit: http://discoveryscienceplace.com/