My oldest daughter could build and tinker forever. I mean, she loves to build with blocks. But blocks get old. And there is so much more that can be created than a basic tower with a few special and unique building toys, which is why this year we started expanding our toy library to really tap…
“… and the BIG Jenn bear stomps into the room. CRASH. BANG! BOOOOOMMMM!” I hear my husband say from the next room as my oldest giggles with sheer glee as she winds down for bed. They’re making up stories again and her little creative juices are flowing. I can only imagine what kinds of dreams…
I adore fall. And with my oldest child’s birthday near Halloween, it’s always like a huge party for her and for our family. But instead of scary-looking decorations and crafts, we have always opted for friendly and cute creations that our kids can help make and that we can enjoy creating together as a family….
The leaves are wistfully flying by, a faint smell of campfires looms in the distance, and everyone is drinking a pumpkin spice something-or-another. And that’s when you know fall is here and Halloween is just around the corner. It’s such a magical time in its own right without adding in the supernatural stories, magnificent costumes……
In 2012, I was introduced to the idea of making DIY sensory boards and in the past several years I have learned so much about the sensory systems and how important they are for our children. A local mom was moving across the country and put out a freebie if anyone was interested in her…
Whether it is blistering hot outside, storming, or it’s all out blizzard, there are simply times it’s just not appropriate to play outside. But especially as the hotter weather rolls around, it’s important to find fun ways for kids to enjoy time inside and make amazing memories your kids will talk about for years. You’ll…
Cavities, bad breath, and eating toothpaste. All three are valid fears for every parent that has kids, especially toddlers and preschoolers. Buy throw some fun games and toys in the mix, and you are setting yourself and your children up for success as you teach kids about dental hygiene and go into more detail about…
Having kids usually means playing, crafting, and exploring. So when holidays and birthdays come around, it’s the perfect moment to put those creative energies at work to create great homemade keepsakes. It also helps because grandparents love them and they don’t break the bank! This year we’ve been working on washi tape silhouette gift ideas,…
The holiday break is something families look forward to, but also dread. As a parent we hate hearing our kids are bored or we’ve run out of ideas when the power goes out. These last minute Christmas crafts are just the solution to print out and have on hand. Maybe the weather is a little…
As the weather gets colder and kids are spending more time inside, there are lots of winter craft ideas for toddlers to both celebrate the season and keep them busy! This fun craft is just one awesome idea that you can do out of all the play and learning themes we have on site. This…
It’s the age-old question, should I even get anything for my child that won’t remember this Christmas? Or, do babies and infants really need presents? Some people are just gift givers though and it’s how they show their love for others. But there are some great options when buying Christmas gifts for newborns so don’t…
It’s a question that gets asked so often… “What are the most used toys over time?”. And it’s a great question, especially for new parents and parents that want to be a bit more minimalistic. It’s a part of being intentional, but also in reducing the clutter at home. The short and simple answer is going to be…