Encouraging children to think about nature is always easy when a butterfly flutters past their vision. Whether it is a white cabbage or a monarch, we pause for a second to a minute to observe the magic they bring to any scene. Gardeners plant specific plants to attract them and we decorate our clothes with … [Read more…]
We all have lifted our eyes to the sky and pondered the stars that twinkle in the night. Whether it is a star, planet or the moon, we all share this curiosity about the universe and our place within the vast space. However, it is unlikely most of us will travel to another galaxy let … [Read more…]
My kids love playing on their iPad and my iPhone. Since I limit their screen time, I am always looking for apps that offer a fun interactive learning experience as to make the most of this time. I love apps that offer hands-on learning that can be used in conjunction with technology. That is why … [Read more…]
As ambassadors for NCircle Entertainment we look forward to sharing with our readers educational and engaging entertainment for children as well as offering giveaways. Imagine friendly aliens arriving at Earth! What would they think about our world? What would they observe? What would they think about our possessions, interactions and activities? The Floogals are three … [Read more…]
One of the places I was most looking forward to exploring when visiting Myrtle Beach was Brookgreen Gardens. From gorgeous statues to colorful flowers to interactive learning adventures for kids, Brookgreen Gardens offers hours or should I say days of exploration and discovery! Conveniently located on Route 17 between Murrels Inlet and Pawleys Island in … [Read more…]
WitnessHistory is Alive at Wild West City History often times carries this reputation of being frozen in a book. There are many locations, however, that offer historical re-enactments. What makes history come alive for young children can be introduced with an actor performing from a page in a book. At Wild West City, families take … [Read more…]
Bugging Out at Academy of Natural Sciences Admittedly, my first reaction upon seeing most insects is to scream. I have had a longstanding belief that creatures with more than four legs should not exist-that is until Bug Fest! The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University hosts a two day event every August that celebrates … [Read more…]
Pennsylvania State University is a massively large university spread over 20 campuses; however, University Park is the biggest campus and is host to the NCAA Division 1 sports like football and basketball. This institution is well-known for many things like their meteorology, engineering and nursing schools as well as their success in sports. You might … [Read more…]
A Review of the Children’s Museum of Manhattan New York evokes thoughts of museums, stunning architecture and cultural institutions. As much as I love bringing young children to these locations, spaces that are designed for them are still needed and beneficial. Children still need to run, move and play. Children’s museums place emphasis on hands-on … [Read more…]
This summer we were introduced to a unique new learning tool that my kids fell in love with. We took Flip ‘N’ Check on our two summer road trips which not only had the kids learning while traveling but also had us rolling in laughter as well as working together as a family. Flip ‘N’ … [Read more…]