Mommy University is so excited to partner with Donaldson Farms to bring you all their brain boosting family fun! I don’t know anyone who doesn’t enjoy a day on the farm. From hayrides to fruit picking to meeting farmers, farms offer endless amounts of brain boosting fun. What many people don’t realize, however, is that … [Read more…]
At Mommy University, we are big believers in finding the educational value in everything our children play with, participate in and watch. We love exploring museums, visiting zoos and traveling all over the country. We also play brain boosting games and take exciting classes. Our love of education is also present in the shows we … [Read more…]
We are so unbelievably excited to partner with State Fair Meadowlands to bring you information on affordable family fun in NJ! The smell of popcorn in the air, the sounds of kids screaming in delight on the rides and seeing the bright lights illuminating the Meadowlands parking lot are what summer in NJ is all … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020! As kids play, eat, sleep and enjoy their 2.5 months of freedom, a level of academic regression takes place. Often referred to as the “summer slide,” this is a normal summer occurrence, but for some, this regression makes recouping these skills at the beginning of the year a long and difficult process. … [Read more…]
Get outside and get active this 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 actively engaged … [Read more…]
Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do this summer that will also boost your child’s academic and cognitive development? Well, of course your answer is YES! There are so many wonderful activities, events and places to see over the summer in New Jersey that it is hard to narrow down the choices. … [Read more…]
As I sat in the audience of my friend’s dance recital, I stared at a word beautifully projected on the backdrop. At that moment, I realized the profound importance and meaning of this word. We have all seen it. We have all used it. After today, however, this small word will forever have a new … [Read more…]
From exploring aquariums to fishing to taking trips to the beach, we love the water and all the excitement it has to offer. My boys love learning about sea creatures, and they especially love seeing them. Each summer we have special theme days at home, and due to their love of aquatic adventures, we knew … [Read more…]
I have always loved finding the important life lessons in Disney movies. Whether it’s to “just keep swimming,” “hakuna matata” or seeing the importance of “Ohana,” Disney knows how to promote life lessons by using humor and pulling at your heart-strings. For those that are young or just young at heart, Disney movies invoke feelings … [Read more…]
We are so unbelievably excited to partner with the Liberty Science Center. We were invited for a day of exploration and discovery which we cannot wait to share with you! One of our favorite places to visit as a family is the Liberty Science Center. Located in Jersey City, NJ, LSC offers endless opportunities for … [Read more…]