Traveling is fun and exciting but it can be also a little challenging to occupy the kids during your journey. “Are we there yet?” “This is taking forever.” “Mommy, I’m bored!” These are comments we often hear from our kids sitting in the backseat of the car, while waiting at the airport or hanging out … [Read more…]
Get outside and get active this spring and summer with some exciting brain boosting toys! Kids learn so much by exploring the outdoors and having fun in nature. They engage all their senses and learn life lessons they can’t get from staying inside all day. Sure, a good book is great for learning, but being … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided the Death Star Planetarium from Uncle Milton Toys in exchange for our honest review. Star Wars innovated how movies were made as well cementing a genre of film: science fiction. Libraries and schools celebrate Star Wars day as did Mommy University with a May the 4th Be with You party. … [Read more…]
Mommy University received the Foam Paint Bottles from Roylco in exchange for an honest review. Children learn best through play. Exposing them to multiple sensory activities has many benefits which is why we enjoyed Roylco’s Foam Paint Bottles. Primarily designed as an art toy, the Foam Paint Bottles contains colored soap which can be used … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided with the Ideal My First Magic Set in exchange for our honest review. My 6-year-old has recently become fascinated with the world of magic. He loves learning magic tricks and making up his own. What I love is how much magic has helped him grow and learn! To help … [Read more…]
As a kid, I remember having the infamous turtle sandbox. I loved playing in it with my sister and making fun sand castles and burying toys. What I didn’t know was that I was building and enhancing developmental and academic skills that would help lead to my future success in school! In my article listing … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided Lean to Turn Scooter by Little Tikes in exchange for our honest review. While I don’t follow all parenting trends or beliefs, I do enjoy examining the possible reasons why one toy, for example, becomes popular. My first clue that scooters are beneficial to young children is when I … [Read more…]
At Mommy University we have always been really big fans of Educational Insights. Their toys spark curiosity, boost academic knowledge and enhance cognitive development. Many toys also encourage a love of science and nature. So when Educational Insights asked Mommy University to be an EI Insider, of course we said YES! As an EI Insider … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received the Little Tikes Treasure Hunt Sand and Water Table in exchange for our honest review. As soon as the weather gets warmer and the sun comes out, my boys ask to play with their sandbox and water table. These sensory based activities offer so many opportunities for learning through play … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided IQ Candy in exchange for our honest review. An Amazon affiliate link is also included. I have already begun imagining all the summer adventures that await my family. Hotels have been booked and maps are getting Googled for long day trips. We don’t pack a lot of toys to … [Read more…]