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As the new year gets closer, people often start thinking about the resolutions they want the make. Everyone wants to use this opportunity to make a fresh start. But everyone knows that resolutions are often broken and soon after they're made. How about teaching your kids how to make goals for the new year in […]
Who doesn't love the first snow when it's so pretty and clean? I love it...at first. But after a few days of dreary weather, freezing temperatures, gray clouds and slush on the streets I get a little tired of it. Why not bring a little excitement to the outside and make the white snow shine […]
One of the fun things to looking forward to snow is anticipating your first snowman. But why stick with the traditional old Frosty with his corn-cob pipe when there are so many unique inspirations out there? Why not shake up the neighborhood a little bit with these unexpected snowmen that look like they're on a mission? […]
Ho, ho, ho!!! Christmas is coming and what better way to spread Christmas cheer than putting up home made decorations? (And singing loud for all to hear, of course.) Get your kids in on the fun by choosing their own theme and begin wrapping your door like a present! The more detail, the better. I […]
It's the most wonderful time of the year! And kids are busy making sure that Santa knows what they want for Christmas. Here's a few funny ones that are being shared across the internet. Claire is such a nice sister to write her brother's letter to Santa for him...I hope he reads it before mailing […]
Can you feel the anticipation building as we get ready to countdown to Christmas? One fun way to get your kids in the Christmas Spirit is to mark each day with an advent calendar. Of course you could buy the chocolate calendars that are pre packaged in cardboard. But if you want something a little […]
Turkey day is coming fast and sometimes it's nice to be able to slow down and remember what this day is really about. Not just stuffing our stomachs to bursting! With the hustle and bustle of the holiday's starting, we rush through Thanksgiving with our families and move right on to Black Friday shopping and […]
Children are these wonderful, questioning, fulfilling, exasperating, inspiring, exhausting, loving, little people that enter our lives and change them forever. Here are some little known facts about them. As you read, you will probably be nodding your head and thinking, 'Well, that makes sense.' 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10.
A lot of little girls go through a phase where they dream of being a graceful ballerina. For some little girls with disabilities, it might seem like an impossible dream. But thanks to a Children's Therapy Center in New Jersey, these girls are accomplishing their dreams and making there parents proud. These adorable little ballerina's take the […]
What happens if you eat yeast and shoe polish? What is it called when a cat wins a dog show? Who earns a living driving their customers away? These are the burning questions in my mind right now. And If they've sparked your interest too, then read to the end of this article to find […]
The air is getting crisp and the leaves are falling. What a perfect time for a bonfire! Sometimes it's so nice to have your friends and family huddled around a toasty fire on a cool evening, roasting marshmallows and singing songs together. Songs To Sing Along If you need some suggestions for younger kids who […]
The weather is changing and summer seems to really be behind us now. But this is still a great opportunity for your kids to be outside and get some fresh air. If they're needing some inspiration, why not go on a nature walk with your family. The tree's changing colors and leaves falling to the […]
Decorating Pumpkins is a great fall tradition and can be really fun for kids. When I was little we used to carve them out by hand. It was hard work and usually in the end, mine would look like the traditional triangle face jack-o-lantern only a little messier. These days there are so many creative […]
Summer vacation is a time of extra fun for the kids as they are off of school. With the perfect weather to enjoy an evening outside, why not plan an outdoor movie night and invite some friends to join in the fun? With just a little planning and preparation you can have an evening they'll […]
Some kids are little artists that feel misunderstood. Normal people with their narrow minds simply don't see the beauty in a room full of paint ... ... or a colorfully decorated bed. Just like they cannot appreciate creative wall paper designs ... ... or creative visionaries that are not afraid to get in touch with […]
Here comes a fun, outdoor, aiming game that you and your kids can build yourselves. Start with coating different sizes of tin cans with white paper. Then you and your kids can get creative and draw on the tin cans whatever you like. After that, I added numbers to show how many points the different cans will […]
For me growing up, summer was the best because you had more time to read all those books that weren't in the school curriculum. More opportunities to go to the library and read in the sun. Coming up with the top books I'd recommend was really difficult because there were just so many but it […]
Need a little magic to brighten your kids' day? How about a little slight of hand? This trick is great for adults to show children but also then for the kids to try it themselves. It's very simple once you know what's happening behind the scenes. Tape a toothpick to the back of you thumb […]
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Kids need energy to concentrate at school or to jump around on the playground, so it's no wonder that parents want them to have a proper breakfast every morning. This father takes breakfast very seriousy too, but also takes into consideration the time factor. Less time […]
Summer is here and one of my favorite traditions is to have a barbecue/picnic with friends and family on the Fourth of July. Here are some ideas to include your kids in on the fun and get them in the patriotic mood. Have a barbecue in just their size with everything miniature. Use a tiny […]