In full disclosure, we were provided the Giant Slide Bouncer from Little Tikes in exchange for our honest review. Let your kids run, jump, climb, explore and pretend. For play is the greatest form of learning! Kids love to jump, climb, slide and play! They are full of energy which needs to be released in … [Read more…]
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…]
Updated for 2021! Each summer I look for fun, exciting and educational events for my kids to enjoy. Since I don’t sign them up for an all-summer camp, I look for ways to create my own camp. This includes incorporating FREE family events and programs into our daily summer fun. Summer camps can be very … [Read more…]
As my boys gets older, I find that they need to be more entertained especially during the summer. To help engage them I decided to develop themed days based on topics they really enjoy. I found that my boys really enjoyed having themed days and/or weeks. They loved helping me plan the activities and creating … [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…]
Updated for 2021! One of my favorite things to do over the summer is enjoy outdoor movies with my family. Whether it is at our local park, on the beach or at a drive-in theater, there are so many ways to experience a movie in the summer. It is a wonderful opportunity to spend time … [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…]
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…]
Visiting a zoo is an amazing, interactive and fun learning experience for kids of all ages. To learn more, you can read my article 10 Benefits of Visiting a Zoo for all the reasons you should take your kids. Although a trip to the zoo is educational all on its on, there are many ways you … [Read more…]