Get outside and get active this 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 actively engaged … [Read more…]
Get Your Wings at South Mountain Fairy Trail Sparking our imagination, the idea of fairies have made young children look a little deeper at nature. These winged creatures have inspired stories, movies, and dreams. From Shakespeare’s Puck to the iconic Tinkerbell, fairies have been in popular culture for centuries and now they hold a special … [Read more…]
There is nothing like the feeling of shedding off the thick winter coat as we welcome spring in New Jersey! For several months our state doesn’t feel like the Garden State as we are covered in snow and the blistering wind. As the sunshine begins to peek into our longer days, we have the strong … [Read more…]
There are so many amazing experiences to be had this spring that help kids learn, grow and develop. What’s even better is that these experiences don’t have to cost a lot of money. In fact, many are FREE. Yes, I said FREE! At Mommy University, we love sharing brain boosting activities but we also know … [Read more…]
Most kids’ schedules these days are filled with sports and enrichment activities plus lots of screen time. It’s very important to set some time aside for the great outdoors. My favorite time of the year for being outdoors has always been winter. No humidity and no bugs! Plus it’s a great way to cure that … [Read more…]
Updated for 2022! For some, the first sight of snow makes them retreat into their homes, but for many it is a sign of the greatest season of the year, Ski Season! In my article 10 Benefits of Skiing, I mention all the amazing reasons families should hit the slopes like building confidence, enhancing motor … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to partner again with Shawnee Mountain Ski Area to share our learn to ski experience! From the moment we pulled up to Shawnee Mountain Ski Area, my kids were beaming from ear to ear. They didn’t care that it was freezing. All they cared about was learning how to ski. … [Read more…]
It is easy to forget in the cold winter months in New Jersey that there are many opportunities to have fun outdoors. We tend to huddle in the warmth of our home, sipping hot chocolate staring out the window at a fresh blanket of snow. Most of us tend to debate the ritual of arming … [Read more…]
Updated for 2022! When winter arrives, many people feel the need to hunker down inside. Well, I say get out and have fun! One way to enjoy the great outdoors this winter is to experience maple sugaring. That’s right! You can learn all about the process to make maple syrup right her in NJ. No … [Read more…]
Updated for 2020! There is something so inspiring and magical about holiday lights. White, colored, twinkling or dancing, they all capture the wonder and spirit of the holidays. My boys and I always get so excited when we see the first house decorated for Christmas and our favorite car ride game is counting all the … [Read more…]