Awesome or should we say Jawsome? As the dominant predators of the ocean, Sharks have assumed a strong and automatic imagery due to films like Jaws. They have physiological qualities that make them unique, however, their role in the ocean is necessary to maintain the balance of the ecosystem. If you have a child that … [Read more…]
The summer is a time for kids to play, explore, have fun and get messy but it’s also a time to learn. Just because kids are no longer in school, it doesn’t mean the learning has to or should stop. In fact, it is important to decrease the summer slide by encouraging fun ways for … [Read more…]
Spring into the Alphabet with Fun ! It is never too early to start exposing your kids to letters and words. Although letter recognition is not a focus until preschool and kindergarten, it is important to introduce letters to your kids as early as possible. This starts by reading to your kids every night beginning … [Read more…]
As my boys get older, I find that they need to be more entertained especially during the summer. Although camps are fun, and my boys participate in half-day ones for a few weeks, they can be expensive so I need to find more activities to occupy their time. To help engage them I decided to … [Read more…]
At Wild West City, families get to step back in time and truly immerse themselves in American History. From live action shows to museums to strolling characters, guests learn what life was like in the Wild West over 100 years ago. Wild West City does not stop here though! Throughout the season, guests can also enjoy … [Read more…]
Summer is an important time for kids to have fun, play and make new friends! This, however, can be difficult for kids with special needs. Not all activities, camps and programs accommodate children with unique needs making summer fun difficult at times. It is also important to prevent the summer slide especially for children with … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020! Looking for something fun and unique for your kids to do this summer? Do your kids love arts and crafts? Then you have to check out Camp Creativity from Michaels craft store. I have been bringing my kids to the summer program at Michaels since they were 3 years old. This year, however, looks … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to partner with LeapFrog to bring you reviews on their brain boosting learning toys and systems. I have always been a big fan of LeapFrog. Their toys offer endless opportunities for learning through play which is why my kids’ rooms have always been filled with their products. Each LeapFrog toy, … [Read more…]
Reading stories to our children every night is a ritual for the writers of Mommy University. We curl up with the board book, classic literature or a book from one of our many book lists to encourage a love of reading. However, as parents and educators we also recognize that inspiring little ones to love … [Read more…]
I have actually lost count on how many years or how many kids workshops we have attended at Home Depot but I can tell you it has been a family tradition for some time. It started as a fun way to spend time with my kids and has slowly evolved into a way for my … [Read more…]