What would you think about a toy accessory that can get your kids to play and then clean up without being asked? As a parent with two kids, and too many toys (can you say Hot Wheels cars?!) I am happy to have a toy accessory that can do this. Play & Go is actually two great products in one – an appealing storage bag with drawstrings and a beautiful play mat. Cute toy storage? I am all in! My five year old is the child in our family that loves to be organized. He cleans up his toys, … [Read more...]
I’m the Room Parent: Here are Great Gifts for Teachers!
This school year I am the room parent for my daughter Isabella's class. To be honest, I am not sure what that necessarily entails, but I do know that I've helped more this year with classroom things than in previous years. And you know what? I am loving it. I've gone in twice now to help the kids make brownies for our local homeless shelter cafe. I need to organize the gift for teacher birthday of course. I'd love to be able to make a great teacher gift, but honestly, sometimes it's easier to … [Read more...]
The Stray Movie Now in Theaters!
THE STRAY Movie Synopsis The Stray tells the true story of a stray dog who saves a struggling family in more ways than one. Written and directed by Mitch Davis (The Other Side of Heaven), the movie releases in select markets nationwide in October 2017. [Tweet "The Stray tells the true story of a stray dog who saves a struggling family in more ways than one."] “Pluto” comes out of nowhere and quickly makes himself at home with the Davis family, who are on the brink of falling apart. Dad … [Read more...]
Five Ways to Help Aggressive Behavior in Children
A guest post from Patty Wipfler. Almost all of us struggle with our children’s aggressive behavior. It comes out of the blue, and once it starts it crops up again and again. What should we do in these difficult, heated moments? You’ve probably already found that conventional remedies like reasoning, star charts, Time Out, spanking, and enforcing “logical consequences” don’t stop a child’s aggression for long. In fact, the knot of intense feelings that drives your child to lash out … [Read more...]
Christian Trunk or Treat Ideas for a Non-Scary Halloween
This year our church is hosting a Trunk of Treat for the first time and I am very excited. Hubby and I have already been on Pinterest looking for great ideas. We have decided to a do a Pumpkin-themed trunk idea with a game for the kids to win a prize (candy and glow bracelets). I chose the pumpkin theme because it's more Fall Festival style, is non-scary and Oriental Trading has great Christian Pumpkin Halloween supplies. Shop Oriental Trading for Halloween Candy and Glow supplies. 20 Christian … [Read more...]
Dollar Tree Crafts: Pipe Cleaner Spider Lollipop Craft
This is a sponsored post with Dollar Tree. All opinions are my own. Affiliate links are included in this post, I'll be compensated if someone clicks on an affiliate link and makes a purchase. As a busy mom, I love simple kids crafts. Obviously, my kids love any chance they can get to make crafts. When the craft preparation is easy and affordable I especially like it! Did you know you can find great kids crafts supplies at your local Dollar Tree? There are so many great craft ideas on the … [Read more...]
TRA-LA-LAAA with the Captain Underpants Movie
Hold onto your capes! Based on the bestselling book series by Dav Pilkey, DreamWorks Animation presents CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS: THE FIRST EPIC MOVIE. This outrageous family comedy tells the story of two overly imaginative best friends, George and Harold, who hypnotize their principal into thinking he’s the hero from their comic books: Captain Underpants. [amazon_link asins='B071J856BV,0439417848,1338196561,1338196553' template='ProductCarousel' store='wpplugin01-20' marketplace='US' … [Read more...]
