There’s something magical about being able to stay up late at night when you’re a kid. Being outside on a warm summer evening is one of those things that ‘makes memories’! And of course, the kids will notice the stars. Stargazing can be both a fun and educational activity. There are some fun activities you …
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Those long, cold days of winter can give us all a little cabin fever so push aside all those ‘must do’s’ and just have some fun with your kids. It’s amazing how many ideas and activities we parents think of as ‘regular things’ are super cool to our kids! Helping them to build a fort, …
Welcome back to our monthly Virtual Book Club for Kids!
This month we’re exploring the books of David McPhail, who is both an author and illustrator.
Not sure what to do with all the Christmas projects and winter crafts in your house? Try these ideas! If there’s one thing we have a lot of in our house, it’s kids’ artwork! They are always making such cool projects at school and I never want to just throw it away so I have …
It’s going to be quite a week — our country will celebrate both Election Day & Veteran’s Day. These are two days that are very important to discuss with kids but many times kids aren’t old enough to understand their significance.
We had a great time with our September activitiy for the Online Kids Book Club!
The author of the month is Lois Ehlert and (after reading quite a few options :), we decided to read “Boo To You”.
Are you looking for gift ideas for a curious kid? You know, a child who loves to ask ‘why’, takes things apart to see how they work and is always wondering about something?
I LOVE curious kids! And shopping for them can be lots of fun because there are a number of great gift ideas that they’ll enjoy.
Want to make Back to School a big hit in your house? We know it’s all about the gear, right!
Here’s a few fun & helpful items that will thrill the kids as they head into a new school year!
Spring is here and summer is right around the corner. Before you know it, school will be out and the kids will be home looking for things to do. Last week, I gave you 3 great reasons to shop kids consignment sales — this week, I’ll give you ideas of what to look for in order to have a fun, (and low-cost) summer.
May is “Get Caught Reading” month – a challenge to everyone to do some reading (or listening)! There’s so much research that shows encouraging kids to read, and reading aloud to kids, helps to increase vocabulary, comprehension skills and overall achievement at school. But, I often get this question from parents, “What should my child read?”. My answer – anything they enjoy!
Here are a number of options: