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For a little kid, it can be difficult to sit still long enough to read an entire book. Sometimes the words just get tangled in their brains and they'd rather move on to something more interesting and hands on. That's where wordless picture books come in! Looking at a wordless book with your kids can […]
Growing up, it's great fun to have a doll that looks similar to you. It's something to relate to and make you feel special. For 10 year old Emma Bennet who wears a prosthetic leg, it was a little more challenging. American Girl Dolls have almost every combination of skin color, hair color and texture […]
Kids don't learn how to become responsible adults all on their own. It takes learning from adults who have been there, done that and are willing to take the time to show by their example. One of those important lessons is how to do chores. Kids don't wake up on their 18th birthday and suddenly […]
If you have a toddler in the house, you might have heard of the show Daniel Tiger's Neighborhood. This show is a spin off of Mr. Roger's Neighborhood in an animated setting but with a few of the old characters and themes. If you are one of those parents who knows too much tv isn't good […]
Did you know that not only are the Jolie-Pitt's a multicultural family but a linguistically diverse one as well? Angelina stated in an interview with BBC Radio 4, that among her 6 children, there are 7 different languages spoken. Jolie says "Every child can learn another language." Her children hail from all around the world. […]
Creativity is a skill that is key in living a successful life no matter what area. Working to develop it in childhood gives a major advantage later in life. Here's one example in Aelita Andre, a little girl who's paint exhibitions have been featured in London and New York. Some of her paintings have been […]
Most ancient cultures from the Greeks to the Native Americans had traditions where they would look up at the night sky and associate stories with shapes they saw in the stars. Here's a sweet, evening activity to do with your kids ages two and up. You need binoculars or a telescope. Bring your little one […]
Having a baby is obviously a life changing experience and for mama, a body changing experience as well. Getting back in shape after your baby is born can be difficult when so much of your time is spent holding, taking care of and getting to know your new little one. But why not multitask and use […]
At the Ron Clark academy, learning is taking a different turn. A video of students dancing in sync with their principal has gone viral, putting this institution on the map but their nontypical form of education goes far beyond that. Not your typical educational facility, this school strives for it's students to reach standards of excellence […]
It's said that siblings are the best presents a parent can give their child. Whether you think that is true or not, there are definite probabilities that come with having a sibling based on the number of years difference you are. Read the pros and cons to see if it applies to you and your […]
A kids first haircut can be a pretty traumatic experience. Having a stranger come at you with a pair of scissors can be a terrifying experience if their aren't prepared. Here's a few quick tips: 1. Give them warning ahead of time. Let them watch you getting a trim or maybe play hairdresser in front […]
Kids should be allowed to be bored. Experts agree that constantly entertaining your kids is not necessarily a good thing. In an interview done by Dr Teresa Belton with a writer and an artist, she was told that their state of boredom often lead to them being creative in their youth and adulthood. "Lack of things […]
Do you remember when you were little, looking at old family pictures and thinking how funny your parents dressed when they were younger? Styles come in and go back out. I remember a pair of wedge shoes I wanted when I was a teenager that my mom really didn't like. She had some that were similar at […]
Chickens are all well and good when you learn about them in books with their cute 'bok, bok, boks.' They're just grown up little chicks hatching out of eggs, right? But facing them in reality is something else entirely. Watch this little boy's run in with a gang of hungry chickens and the chase that […]
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? […]
New baby on the way? One of the fun parts of planning their integration into your family is getting to pick out a little space for them to take up residence on the outside. No one knows your baby's personality yet so make the most of it and plan a place you find extra special. Boy […]
When your kids are learning to dress themselves, sometimes you may think their fashion sense is a little questionable. Or maybe they are just ahead of the crowd and a forward thinker. One mom decided to try a fun bonding activity with her little boy by letting him pick out her clothes for a week […]
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 […]
One struggle every parent of young children have at Christmas time is how to maintain a Christmas tree throughout the entire season when little hands are made for destruction. Here are a few kid friendly tree alternatives and some they can help create if they are a bit older. These trees made of felt are actually […]
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 […]