When most people think of balloons, they think of parties and celebrations but balloons can be used for so much more than just decorations! Did you know that some occupational therapists use balloons to help increase fine, visual, and gross motor skills? Teachers have also used balloons to increase academic skills, especially in the area … [Read more…]
When we think of holidays our minds drift to the smells and sounds that emerge from the kitchen. Our birthdays and fondest memories include what favorite dish a relative makes or how we sneak leftovers late in the night. Cooking is a cherished tradition we all share which is one of the reasons bringing our … [Read more…]
We are so excited to partner with the following brain boosting toy companies to bring you this year’s Easter Basket Gift Guide: Miniland, Faber-Castell, Little Kids Inc., Green Toys, Thames and Cosmos, Magformers, Wild Republic, Fluffy Cloudz and MindWare. At Mommy University, we believe that everything our children play with should enhance development and aid in … [Read more…]
Whether you celebrate for a week or just a day, choosing a child to be a Star Student is something they will never forget. Not only do they feel special and appreciated, they also feel validated for their hard work. It also helps build self-esteem and self-confidence as well as encourages a love of school … [Read more…]
We love everything about celebrating Christmas in the sweetest place on Earth. Each holiday season the excitement and the adventures get even sweeter and more magical. It’s partly because my kids are getting older so we are able to stay out later and experience more together as a family. It’s also because Hershey is always … [Read more…]
The kids are off from school and it’s a scramble to find activities to fill the days and in some instances hours! Every year we try to incorporate learning through play and travel. While there are amazing opportunities to learn in New Jersey, everyone maintains a budget. At Mommy University, we also know that there … [Read more…]
I have so many wonderful memories of staying at The Hershey Lodge as a kid. Did you know the Lodge used to have a movie theatre? I saw Harry and the Hendersons there during one of our trips. (I definitely just dated myself!) Although there have been many changes over the years, the Hershey Lodge … [Read more…]
The Nutcracker rose to fame as a ballet production choreographed to the music written by Pyotr Tchaikovsky. The music has become the staple soundtrack of the holidays and the story has been retold to every generation through an interpretation expressed in a movie or play. The story possesses a surreal element that captures the magic … [Read more…]
We are so excited to bring you this year’s Play and Learn Stocking Stuffer Guide. We are thrilled to partner with some amazing and award-winning companies who provided some of the brain boosting toys on this list so we can share them with you this holiday season. Unwrapping gifts under the tree is a magical … [Read more…]
The holiday season is not complete without seeing the movie Elf at least once. Who am I kidding? You have to watch it at least 10 times! Since being released in the theaters in 2003, Elf has captured the hearts of people of all ages all over the world. It is a lighthearted Christmas tale … [Read more…]