We can’t stop this feeling! Trolls burst onto the scene a few years ago with its bold colors and bright music that had everyone dancing. The surreal imagery and happy go lucky characters had everyone imagining unique characters as we watched the transformation of the Bergens. The return of Trolls arrived in April 2020 as … [Read more…]
My son is obsessed with Marvel! He has watched a Marvel movie almost every day since schools have closed. He even goes to bed in his Marvel themed room with Disney+ on and a Marvel movie playing. As a result, we have done a lot of Marvel themed activities at home since he was little. … [Read more…]
When we travel, our family always attempts to include a local art museum in our adventures. There are so many benefits that children experience from visiting museums (read about them here!). From exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art to the Baltimore Museum of Art, we walk through the exhibits discussing what we see and what … [Read more…]
Staying connected is so important especially during times of crisis. Even if we can’t be together physically, it is important to feel a social and emotional connection to others. It helps us feel like we are not alone. This is especially true for kids. It is so important for kids to maintain communication with their … [Read more…]
During this new normal of learning at home, I have been trying to find fun ways for my kids to learn that goes beyond what their teachers have sent. Although that work is important, I have found that they also need things that interest them and where they feel they can connect with others. That’s … [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…]
Lately, my boys have been glued to their devices. It is always a fight to get them off and engage with the family. That is why I was so excited when I learned about ProjeX and was offered the opportunity to review this innovative toy. This fun and exciting interactive gaming system lets my boys … [Read more…]
Just because Hersheypark is currently closed, it doesn’t mean you can’t be Hersheypark Happy! My boys love doing themed days so we decided to have a day (actually several days) dedicated to all things Hershey. There are so many fun ways to celebrate the Sweetest Place on Earth, and here are some of our favorites! … [Read more…]
We have recently found ourselves stuck safe at home. Yes, we can go for walks and go to the store for essentials, but otherwise, we are encouraged to stay home. Since then, we have come up with some fun and unique ways to keep the kids busy and engaged during this time. That includes virtual story … [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…]