Living in New Jersey means winters are COLD! The past several years, they have been extremely cold which often translates into days trapped inside our homes. This can be very challenging when your children have not yet developed the ability to entertain themselves. As a parent of 2 kids under the age of 4, I … [Read more…]
Updated for 2022! It’s that time of year again! The snow is falling, the kids are wearing their jammies inside out and you’re getting the 5am call that says those words you have been waiting for, “No School Today!” Everyone loves snow days! Since I was little, I loved watching the snow fall and hoping … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided with SmartMax Rescue Team in exchange for our honest review. Do your kids LOVE building toys? Do they LOVE playing with trucks too? Well, I have the perfect toy for you! SmartMax Rescue Team offers kids hours of brain boosting building fun! Kids will have a blast building and … [Read more…]
We all know how important it is to get our kids to read or listen to a story each night. It boosts academic and cognitive development, increases expressive and receptive language, expands general knowledge and enhances comprehension. Reading each night also helps improve focus and attention. All of these things are skills needed to be … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with the Brain Cheeser game from SmartGames in exchange for my honest review. An affiliate link is also included. Are you looking for a fun AND educational game to keep your kids entertained when traveling? SmartGames has just the game for you! Brain Cheeser is fun logic game for … [Read more…]
For most people, the letters “I” and “Q” are just that, two little letters in the alphabet. But for a school psychologist, those letters when put together, mean so much more! For me, “IQ” stands for the cognitive ability of a student. It can decide what class a child will take or what program they … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, Classroom Direct (School Specialty) provided us with these products to review and/or giveaway in exchange for our honest opinions. When you hear the words “school” and “classroom” in the name of a company, you know that education is their #1 priority! Classroom Direct is an amazing resource available from School Specialty. Their … [Read more…]
Do you have a train table in your house but your kids no longer play with trains? If your answer is yes, then you are probably thinking of selling it or giving it away. I am here to tell you, “Don’t do it!” There are so many uses for a train table that do not … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, I won these GoldieBlox Sets at Blogger Bash NYC. A giveaway and review was not required. “More than just a princess!” This is exactly what GoldieBlox building sets are all about. The designer wants to encourage girls to become future innovators, not just the expected roll of the princess. GoldieBlox offers 3 … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received the Handy Helper Workbench from Just Play in exchange for our honest review. This article also includes affiliate links. “Meeska, Mooska, Micky Mouse!” Do your kids love Mickey Mouse Clubhouse? How would they like to be a “Handy Helper?” Just Play presents Disney Mickey Mouse Clubhouse Handy Helper Workbench, an … [Read more…]