In full disclosure, we received Backyard Safari products from Alex Brands in exchange for this article. Affiliate links are also included. My boys love being outside. They love walking through the woods, going on nature scavenger hunts and finding cool bugs. What I love as a parent is that they are introduced to math and … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided Butterflies in exchange for my honest review. I am sure you have noticed by now that we LOVE SmartGames at Mommy University! They offer a wide variety of fun logic games for individuals of all ages. We have reviewed several of them including many travel games. We recently received … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with the Chef costume from Wholesale Halloween Costumes in exchange for my honest review. At Mommy University, we believe that cooking with kids offers valuable life lessons as well as academic and developmental benefits. Whether it’s stirring the pancake mix, making a sandwich, decorating a cupcake or even putting … [Read more…]
Monica and I recently had the pleasure of attending the biggest night in play, Sweet Suite 2015. It was part of one of the greatest blogging conferences of the year, Blogger Bash NYC. For 5 hours, Monica and I were able to regress to our childhood and explore games and toys we only wish were … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided the Fun Felt Safari from Creativity for Kids in exchange for our honest review. The Fun Felt Safari set by Creativity for Kids immediately caught my attention at Toy Fair this year. It captures my children’s fascination of animals and blends it with artistic creativity. As little hands maneuver the pieces … [Read more…]
Who said a pool is just for swimming and splashing? As you know, at Mommy University we are always looking for ways to incorporate learning into activities we do with our kids. We also look for easy and affordable activities that moms and dads can do right at home. After coming up with 5 ways … [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…]
Are we there yet? Are we there yet? If you have taken a road trip…wait, who am I kidding? If you have been in the car with a child for any length of time then you have been asked that question. Since my husband and I love taking road trips with the kids, I continue … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided 2 Switch & Go Dinos in exchange for our honest review. If your kids are anything like mine, then they LOVE dinosaurs! My boys love creating their own dinosaur worlds and adventures in their living room, bedroom and backyard. We have dinosaurs of all sizes, shapes and textures but … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided the Creativity Cans from Creativity for Kids in exchange for our honest review. We have heard the term STEM to distinguish Science, Technology, Engineering and Math; however, many educators promote incorporating Art into this mix for a new term and philosophy called STEAM. With the incorporation of Art, we take STEM … [Read more…]