If you have young kids then you probably have a messy playroom that is difficult to keep organized. Or you have a housekeeper. Or really good kids who keep the playroom tidy at all times. I lack the latter two so I have tried various things to keep the clutter under control. Despite my best […]
10 Science Activities for Kids
We have been having fun at our house lately with some simple science activities like an ice cube experiment and rising raisins. So I am excited to share these 10 Science Activities for kids. If you are feeling intimidated by teaching science concepts to your kids (it was never my best subject at school) you are not […]
New Year's Resolutions for Kids
A new year is almost upon us and many of us will be making new year's resolutions. Since my kids are working on many personal skills they would like to improve I thought it would be fun to have them pick an area to focus on and use it as their resolution. To help cement […]
Best Subscription Boxes for Girls
Here are some parenting tips for the Best Subscription Boxes for Girls that I have found. Finding a gift for a girl can be a challenge. What is she into? What does she already have? What will she use again and again? Whether you are doing some holiday shopping or looking for a birthday gift […]
Best Subscription Boxes for Boys
One of my best parenting tips is to get your kids a few subscription boxes if you can. Subscription boxes make great gifts for kids. These are the Best Subscription Boxes for Boys that I have discovered. Rather than getting a gift once and playing with it and forgetting about it, subscription boxes offer a […]
Paper Bag Angel Craft
This paper bag angel craft is perfect to make with your kids this holiday season. You can use the angels to decorate around the house or string them up to make a pretty garland. So let's get started and transform an ordinary paper lunch bag into an adorable Paper Bag Angel Craft. Thanks to Imperial Sugar for […]
Santa Hat Dessert
Since the holidays involve lots of food and yummy treats, I occasionally like to make a lighter version of our favorite holiday desserts. Thanks to SPLENDA® Sugar & Stevia Sweetener Blend, I was able to create this adorable Santa Hat Dessert, which is the perfect small bite to share with friends. ⭐Why This Recipe Works […]
Woven Paper Placemats
In my teaching days, we always had the kids make woven paper placemats for Thanksgiving. It is one of my favorite activities for fine motor skills. This kid's activity reinforces fine motor skills while creating a beautiful pattern. The place mats are easy to make and only require a few things you probably already have. […]
Sensory Bags for Babies and Toddlers
When my kids were younger, I was looking for ways to help them engage with the world around them in a fun, hands-on way. Sensory activities were a favorite way for them to do that. Sensory bags are a wonderful mess-free sensory activity where all of the fun happens in a bag. This makes it […]
Candy Advent Calendars
Kids love preparing for Christmas and counting the days with an Advent calendar. It can be hard to find just the right Advent calendar for your child, and these Candy Advent Calendars, filled with sweet treats, will surely be a hit. Another favorite holiday tradition is this Easy DIY Advent Calendar which reveals a fun family activity each day. […]