Nate recently completed 1st grade with a unit in Space. We’ve been reading a devotional book in the evenings with many devotions about Space. He’s hooked. So the kids space toys from Playmobil could not have come at a better time. He is so excited to put together their Mars Space Station. At 7 years […]
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Animal Crackers Recipe Perfect for Watching Dumbo!
Sarah and Matthew at 2 Geeks Who Eat (the intersection of food and pop culture) blog created this fun Animal Crackers Recipe just in time for the release of Dumbo on Blu-ray. I love how easy it is to make circus animal crackers at home. This is a semi-homemade recipe that is perfect for the […]
Print this Tracker for Your Kids’ Summer Reading Challenge
Reading is a requirement in our house. Thankfully, both of my kids love to read. Well, Isabella loves reading books. Nate still loves being read to. What’s funny is, Nate is a better reader at 7 than Bella was. But, he prefers to be read to. Do you have book lovers in your house? Our […]
Captain Marvel Party Ideas (Free Activity Downloads!)
About Captain Marvel Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that introduces the MCU’s first stand-alone, female-franchise title character—Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel. When we first meet Danvers, she already possesses her superhero powers, having left her earthly life […]
Family Life
Print this Tracker for Your Kids’ Summer Reading Challenge
Reading is a requirement in our house. Thankfully, both of my kids love to read. Well, Isabella loves reading books. Nate still loves being read … [Read More...]
7 Ways to Get Your Kid to Break Bad Habits
From nose picking to thumb sucking- there are a plenty of inappropriate habits that your little one might pick up over the course of his growth … [Read More...]
10 Important Tips for Organizing and Cleaning with Kids in the House
Children, as the saying often goes, are a blessing. However, they are also closely akin to a natural disaster when it comes to keeping a home … [Read More...]
4 Ways to Stay Calm When Angry with Kids
If you’re angry with your kids, the last thing you want to do is yell at them and heighten the situation. You may be wondering what you can do to … [Read More...]
Faith
Gritty and Graceful: 15 Inspiring Women of the Bible
God gave girls grit and grace. From the very beginning, God looked to girls and women to teach, to lead, to love, to change the world. What a … [Read More...]
My Promise Bible for Coloring, Reflection, and Creative Journaling
"For all the promises of God in him are yea, and in him Amen, unto the glory of God by us." 2 Corinthians 1:20 It's hard to believe that … [Read More...]
NIV Adventure Bible Polar Exploration Edition
With over 9 million copies sold, the Adventure Bible brand is beloved by Christian schools, churches, and families alike. Now, the #1 Bible for … [Read More...]
Faithful and True: (in)courage Devotional Bible
real life is messy The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible helps you find God in the midst of it. The CSB (in)courage Devotional Bible invites … [Read More...]
Travel
Family Travel: Spring Break Guide to Phoenix Arizona
If you’re looking for a great place with unique destinations and sights to see, Phoenix Arizona is your place to be. This can be a great place to … [Read More...]
Kauai Vacation: One Week in Kauai with Kids
When we planned to visit Kauai Hawaii for Spring Break with my parents and sister, we decided to visit an Island that we had not been to before. … [Read More...]
Fun Family Time in Palm Desert California!
For Spring Break this year, our family visited Palm Desert, California. My husband's aunt owns a home in a great gated community with 44 pools, … [Read More...]
The Best Restaurants Near Me, According to the Locals! (US Edition)
We've traveled all over North America and we love visiting great restaurants. The awesome thing about this list of "best restaurants near me", is … [Read More...]
Recipes
Fireworks Cookies for Your 4th of July Celebration
We LOVE the 4th of July in here at the Long house. Each year we attend our local small town parade and then head to my parents house for a large … [Read More...]
Our Version of Cinnamon Apple Bread Pudding (Vegan and GF!)
Honestly, the great thing about bread pudding is you can't really "mess it up". If you just throw in great tasting, quality ingredients and bake … [Read More...]
The Little Mermaid Party Idea: Flounder Cake Pops
The Little Mermaid has always been a favorite Disney cartoon here in the Long House. If you're thinking of having a Little Mermaid party or maybe … [Read More...]
A Vegetarian Thanksgiving Guide
If you are a vegetarian then you will likely be familiar with the fact that traditionally, Thanksgiving is a holiday that does not cater to your … [Read More...]
DIY and Crafts
Print this Tracker for Your Kids’ Summer Reading Challenge
Reading is a requirement in our house. Thankfully, both of my kids love to read. Well, Isabella loves reading books. Nate still loves being read to. What’s funny is, Nate is a better reader at 7 than Bella was. But, he prefers to be read to. Do you have book lovers in your house? Our […]
Captain Marvel Party Ideas (Free Activity Downloads!)
About Captain Marvel Set in the 1990s, Captain Marvel is an all-new adventure from a previously unseen period in the history of the Marvel Cinematic Universe that introduces the MCU’s first stand-alone, female-franchise title character—Carol Danvers aka Captain Marvel. When we first meet Danvers, she already possesses her superhero powers, having left her earthly life […]
13 Cute K-Cup Crafts for the Kids
If you’re like our family, you have a lot of K-cups lying around. What do you do with your K-cups? This month, since we will be celebrating Earth Day, why don’t you give the kids those empty K-cups and let them be creative? Here are 13 great ideas to repurpose K-cups: K Cup Turkey by Kori […]
Easy DIY Glass Gem Magnets
In our house, we like to do simple crafts. The kids love crafting and when it’s affordable and can be gifted to others — well that’s a big win. Like our bottle cap magnet DIY, these glass gem magnets are also so easy to make, and make cute little gifts for friends, neighbors and teachers. […]