There is nothing like visiting a farm for young children. They are thrilled and fascinated with the scenery and opportunities for learning that surrounds them. After taking my children for several years, they still smile with delight over tasting the food, petting animals and breathing the fresh air. While there are plenty of activities that … [Read more…]
At Mommy University we believe that kids learn through play! By engaging in hands-on, interactive experiences and activities kids gain important skills and knowledge that helps boost development and leads to greater academic success. We also believe that providing kids with brain boosting toys should not break the bank. All families should have the opportunity … [Read more…]
Volcano Bay is the newest theme park to open at Universal Orlando Resort. As part of our Family Forward vacation, we were lucky enough to experience all it has to offer including an early entrance to the park. Beautifully themed, you will feel as if you have walked onto an island as soon as you … [Read more…]
Updated for 2018! Grandparents Day is often an overlooked holiday that celebrates very important people in our lives. Each year, I try to find a fun way to spend time with my kids’ grandparents to show them how much we love them. Luckily, NJ offers a variety of fun and exciting Grandparents Day experiences. There are … [Read more…]
Visiting the Met with Small Children? Despite years of taking my children to museums of art, nothing prepared me for taking them to The Metropolitan Museum of Art, also known as The Met. I believe by visiting museums it opens the world of possibilities to my children with thinking about and understanding the world. I … [Read more…]
“Look mom, it’s the castle, it’s the castle!” Yes, those were the words my kids yelled in excitement and awe as we pulled up to a major Orlando theme park! BUT it was not the one you may be thinking. For years I have watched in pure happiness as we arrived at the Disney castle … [Read more…]
One of the places I was most looking forward to exploring when visiting Myrtle Beach was Brookgreen Gardens. From gorgeous statues to colorful flowers to interactive learning adventures for kids, Brookgreen Gardens offers hours or should I say days of exploration and discovery! Conveniently located on Route 17 between Murrels Inlet and Pawleys Island in … [Read more…]
WitnessHistory is Alive at Wild West City History often times carries this reputation of being frozen in a book. There are many locations, however, that offer historical re-enactments. What makes history come alive for young children can be introduced with an actor performing from a page in a book. At Wild West City, families take … [Read more…]
Buckets of Fun for Everyone! Located in West Berlin, Diggerland USA offers families family fun in this unique construction themed amusement park. What I found most appealing about this premier destination, however, is that this park is not about roller coasters, rather the rides provide distinctive sensory experiences. While this may seem like an unusual discussion, … [Read more…]
Bugging Out at Academy of Natural Sciences Admittedly, my first reaction upon seeing most insects is to scream. I have had a longstanding belief that creatures with more than four legs should not exist-that is until Bug Fest! The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University hosts a two day event every August that celebrates … [Read more…]