When you think of celebrating Thanksgiving with kids, what images come to mind? If your first thought is a group of bored kids sitting at the kiddie table, it doesn't have to be. Kids can have fun playing games and helping to prepare Thanksgiving dinner. Let the Kids join in Kids love to cook, and almost [...]
Try these free fall activities for kids and enjoy all this season has to offer. October is a time to enjoy the crisp fresh air, make a few fall crafts, and cuddle up on the couch reading together. There are so many fun children’s activities you can enjoy without spending a penny. Fill your calendar [...]
A list of fun ideas for your families fall bucket list. 1. Tell scary stories Celebrate Halloween by swapping kid-friendly short stories outside by the fire or under the covers with a flashlight. 2. Go Apple Picking. 3. Take a camping trip of the grid. 4. Roast pumpkin seeds. Try this yummy snack. 5. Visit a [...]
Family reunions. Fancy meals. The holidays provide the perfect opportunity to teach your child basic manners. Two- and three-year-olds have many wonderful qualities, but tact isn't one of them. If you're like most parents, you're used to reminding your child not to hog toys during play dates or talk with her mouth full at meals. [...]
As Father's day approaches , you really start to think about how you can help your little boy prepare himself for manhood. As fathers, it is important that we watch how we speak and behave, especially when teaching our sons how to be a man. Without realizing it, we are role models for our kids. [...]
Simple Ways to Teach Kids about Giving during the Holidays Most of us hope that our children understand the joy of giving, wish lists and presents, it’s challenging to shift kids away from the focus on receiving. Here are a few of my favorite ways to teach children about giving, and they might even learn [...]
Springtime is here, which means the Easter Bunny is on his way! We compiled a list for your family of all the best local Easter fun activities, so you don't have to. We have listed egg hunts, baking parties, egg decorating classes, and of course, photos with the Easter Bunny. Most require registration and many [...]
Celebrate mom this Mother's Day by letting her relax with her favorite foods for brunch. Life gets busy with school, work , kids and family , sometimes you just need to sleep in and be lazy. We thought it would be fun to put together some Mother’s day brunch ideas for ways to celebrate your mom, you [...]
Wouldn't it be great if the kids cooked for you one day? The holidays are a perfect time for family to spend time together in the kitchen not only learning how to cook but also making great memories for years to come. Teaching the kids while they are young might be messy and take a [...]
Most people know what to do to stay safe. The problem is, they don't always do what they know. The Halloween safety tips in this short blog will remind everyone that Halloween can be tremendous fun when the proper safety measures are followed. Between parties, costumes, trick-or-treating, safety is a big factor throughout the [...]
