Each year we ponder what to get teachers, case managers and related service providers. We spend money on candles, lotions and gift cards in hopes that it brightens their day. Now of course tangible items will make any teacher happy, but there are a few things that mean even more. A few years ago a … [Read more…]
Like a lot of families in New Jersey, my parents changed their status from residents to snow birds. These mythical creatures spend most months residing in a warmer climate and summers in the Garden State. As an only child, I mourn their departure. Since my husband is an English immigrant, his family remains in the … [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…]
Does your child take an extraordinary amount of time to complete homework? Do they struggle every night? Do they get frustrated and overwhelmed every time they sit down to do school work? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, then it may be time to ask for help! There is a natural learning … [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, I received 2 tickets to see Elf in exchange for my honest review. The movie Elf has been a family holiday movie tradition in my house since my kids were born. Okay, I will be honest, since BEFORE my kids were born. It is one of my favorite Christmas movies, and I … [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…]
In full disclosure, I was provided with the Usborne book 50 Science Things to Make and Do in exchange for my honest review. My son LOVES science so when I saw the Usborne Activities book entitled 50 Science Things to Make and Do, I knew it would be perfect for him. We love creating science experiments … [Read more…]
So I thought about doing this great gift guide listing all the fun things moms would want their husbands (or kids) to buy them for the holidays. Then I started thinking, there are so many things I want that don’t cost anything! I realized that all moms need for the holidays is a sprinkle of … [Read more…]