“To plant a garden is to believe in tomorrow.” – Audrey Hepburn When I first bought my home, I thought it would take me a year to clean up the backyard and garden. It is closing in on a decade, and we are still nowhere near where I envisioned my garden to be (which by … [Read more…]
We have all heard that being outside in the fresh air has amazing health benefits. We have also heard that planting flowers can be therapeutic. But did you know that gardening has amazing developmental benefits for kids? I may be very new at this whole gardening thing, but it’s easy to see how beneficial it … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided tickets to this production in exchange for our honest review. A clear sign of a great show is when you walk into the parking lot and you overhear children singing and talking about the characters. It wasn’t just MY family repeating song lyrics, but a lot of the audience … [Read more…]
“Every child is an artist.” -Pablo Picasso Children may gravitate to drawing, painting, knitting or even cooking and there are many toys that help introduce or further explore this world of possibility. Every child is an artist and every artist should have tools to expand their craft. We are providing a sampling of toys that … [Read more…]
For months, I have been following the growth and development of the new Camelback Lodge and Aquatopia Indoor Waterpark in Tannersville, PA. Being a resident of Sussex County, NJ, my family and I frequently visit the Poconos throughout the year. Each new photo and each exciting Tweet about Camelback made me more excited and intrigued. … [Read more…]
My boys love to build, create and play so we are always looking for new and exciting building toys to help encourage this passion. At Toy Fair NY 2015, I found a building toy that I knew my boys would love and play with for hours! Crystal Color Stacking Blocks by Roylco offers a change … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided Three Little Piggies in exchange for our honest review. The story of the three little pigs has been interpreted and re-envisioned in movies, books and cartoons with each new generation. SmartGames took a story told, read and sung to children and imagined a toy that stimulates logic, reasoning and … [Read more…]
Every year someone posts on Facebook asking what moms want for Mother’s Day. Our husbands ask, our kids ask, but we always end up with the same thing: flowers, candy, brunch. This year let’s unite as moms and ask for what we really want! What Moms Really Want for Mother’s Day Sleep Sleep and More … [Read more…]
In full disclosure, we were provided the Dino X Team T. Rex Dino Dig in exchange for our honest review. My son is approaching four years old and his love of dinosaurs began a few months ago. I love that he is interested in dinosaurs because he is developing an appreciation for science and nature! … [Read more…]
One summer, as part of our Educational Disney Countdown, my boys and I created a Dino Day at home. There are so many ways to explore and discover dinosaurs right in your own living room or backyard. In this article, I will share some easy and fun ways to create your own Dino Day! The … [Read more…]