They creep, they crawl, they scare, they excite, they bring upon a variety of emotions from complete horror to total fascination. Love them or hate them, but the world would not be the same without creepy crawly critters! From spiders to snakes to rats to cockroaches, creepy and crawly critters are vital to our ecosystem. … [Read more…]
It is so hard to explain death to a child, and it can be even harder to help them understand death and the grieving process. If you haven’t done so already, please read my article explaining how I explained death to my son, Over the Rainbow: Helping My Son Understand Loss. After my experience, I … [Read more…]
It is never too early to start exposing your kids to letters and words. Although letter recognition is not a focus until preschool and kindergarten, it is important to introduce letters to your kids as early as possible. This starts by reading to your kids every night beginning from birth! Aside from reading each night, … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received the kick flipper from PlaSmart in exchange for our honest review. My son recently told me that he wanted to learn to skateboard. Being that he is only 6 years old, I was definitely nervous about the prospect of him zipping down the driveway and falling. The Kick Flipper by … [Read more…]
Capturing our imagination since humans began critically thinking about the sky, the concept of outer space is a perennial favorite for young kids. We teach babies to wish upon a star, and as they get older, they learn how the solar system functions and the technology required to put a man on the moon. Outer … [Read more…]
We are so unbelievably excited to partner with Chef It Up to bring our readers all their brain boosting culinary arts experiences. We have been invited to take classes in exchange for our honest review. Not a day goes by that my son does not talk about cooking, watch a cooking show or play in … [Read more…]
Ahoy, Me Hearties! Are you looking for a swashbuckling good time? Are you ready to put on your hat, pull up your boots and sail off on an adventure full of excitement? In other words, who is ready to call themselves a PIRATE? In honor of Talk Like a Pirate Day which takes place every … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received tickets for Blue Man Group as part of our Blogger Bash experience. A review was not required. Like many I have heard the whispers and rumors of a show that did not fall into one specific category, but the most amazing experiences usually don’t have a concise description. Thus, my … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received the SmartMax Mega Ball Run in exchange for our honest review. At Mommy University, we are always looking for amazing brain boosting toys that offer opportunities for kids to learn and grow. I was first introduced to SmartMax at Blogger Bash in July 2014. Soon after I reviewed SmartMax Rescue … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we received the King’s Royalty Package from Medieval Times at Lyndhurst, NJ in exchange for our honest review. Calling all Lords and Ladies from across the land. The King and Princess have invited you to a grand feast where you will be amazed by spectacular feats of bravery and skill! What am … [Read more…]