Children are curious by they nature. They ask questions, they are always eager to try new things, and they want to discover something new. But if this is true, how come it happens that children struggle during school years? A school program isn’t always enough to make children interested in the learning process. While they might some things worth remembering, this as well might not happen with all of the subjects. However, the situation could be quite the opposite as well. Your children can't … [Read more...]
My First Lab has Great Kids Microscope!
Do your kids love when learning is fun? I know my kids do. I love when kids products can keep them busy and teach them. Thankfully, both my kids love science and nature. When we had the chance to review a kids microscope, I knew they'd be excited. If you have a child in elementary through high school in the house, a professional grade microscope at a budget-friendly price is a wonderful investment for the whole family. My First Lab’s array of fully assembled microscopes puts the focus on … [Read more...]
Everything Emoji for the Blu-ray Release of the Emoji Movie!
This week for family movie night we're going to watch The Emoji Movie. The kids are excited. In fact, their three cousins from California are coming to visit and we're going to watch it with them. This is an extra special family movie night this week. To celebrate The Emoji Movie family movie night, I found some really fun, and some of them are quite easy, Emoji Movie activities for the kids. Including a free download for coloring pages and pumpkin carving templates. Fun Emoji Movie … [Read more...]
National Geographic Mission Box: The Great Barrier Reef
Has your family tried a subscription box before? This is our family's first experience with a box like this, and my kids loved it. (Fought over it, is more accurate!) What is it? The National Geographic Pleybox has a mission to rescue an endangered animal in a new part of the world. That kind of educational play is exactly what my kids love. [Tweet "Nat Geo Pleybox: curated activities and accessories to complete an adventure."] About Great Barrier Reef Mission Box We were sent the … [Read more...]
Tackle Poverty and Injustice with World Vision
Do you have that one person in your family that has everything? Is shopping for a Christmas gift becoming a chore? Tired of just getting them a gift card? Here a big secret: shopping World Vision’s Gift Catalog offers gifts that have a multiplier effect—positively impacting the giver, receiver and those in need. You can help tackle poverty and injustice around the world, while helping children, families and their communities worldwide to reach their full potential. It's simple -- shop the World … [Read more...]
Chameleon Kidz’ Blendy Pens for the Artist in Your Family!
When it comes to coloring there are no rules, right? Give kids a blank piece of paper and something to doodle with and watch them express themselves – no matter their artistic skills or age. My daughter Isabella can keep herself entertained by being creative with colors. She has always loved coloring, and creating great pictures and cards. So when I saw Blendy Pens from Chameleon Kidz I knew she was going to want to try these out. This is an exciting new twist to childhood coloring. Blendy … [Read more...]
Feeding the Hungry with Luke Bryan and Bayer
This post was sponsored by Bayer U.S. and I was compensated for this article. Bayer is not responsible for any other content or advertisements on my site. All opinions are my own. I love eating food. Honestly, I love eating quality food that is grown local. I am blessed to live in a fertile valley, the Skagit Valley here in Washington state, where we have an abundance of great family farms to get produce from. In fact, this month we toured some of our local family farms during the … [Read more...]
