The Maze was just the beginning. After the harrowing adventure of escaping the maze, the Gladers find themselves right in the center of an epic mystery in Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials. Mysteries deepen and stakes are raised as the Gladers must survive “The Scorch” in this bigger, even more suspenseful and action-packed chapter of the Maze Runner phenomenon. The critically acclaimed young-adult saga based on author James Dashner’s best-selling book series has taken the world by storm on the … [Read more...]
Improve Fine Motor Skills with Star Wars Crafts and Activities
It's Star Wars mania right now. In honor of the release of the new film, I wanted to share Star Wars crafts and activities that will help improve your children's fine motor skills: Star Wars Light Sabor Counting Blocks Light Sabor Crayon Resist Star Wars Craft Star Wars Slime Star Wars Sensory bin Star Wars Moon Dough Star Wars Perler Beads Star Wars Planet Book Star Wars Sight Words Star Wars Folded Flyers Star Wars ABC Games Star Wars Lego Science Star Wars … [Read more...]
Last Minute Toddler Gift Idea
We played and learned as part of a sponsored post for Socialstars and Playskool. Need a last minute gift idea that is perfect for the little girls in your life? Look no further: Playskool is now offering My Little Pony toys for toddler girls that they will absolutely love. Perfect for age 18 months - 4 years, these new and fun toys will really be a hit this year. Let their very first My Little Pony playsest be this castle. It is so cute! This Celebration castle has a slide and … [Read more...]
When Do Children Need Their First Shoes?
As soon to be parents, or even new parents, you may be looking forward to stocking up on all of those adorable pairs of tiny newborn shoes, but does your child really need them? The answer may surprise you. The short answer is no. According to the Huffington Post, babies do not need to start wearing shoes until they are strong walkers. If the weather is harsh and your baby is not walking yet you can put some warm socks and shoes on her feet to protect her from the cold, but otherwise you should … [Read more...]
How many hours of sleep do you need?
We all know how important self-care is (and, if you've got a family, the importance of caring for others). But in the frenetic rush to get everything done, it's easy to forget that proper sleep is absolutely crucial to good health. [Tweet "Proper sleep is absolutely crucial to good health."] But what, exactly, is "proper sleep"? Nearly everyone's been asked at some point if they're getting enough sleep. And the National Sleep Foundation recommends seven to nine hours for most adults. And … [Read more...]
31 Days of Bible Verses for Tweens (+ printable calendar)
With the New Year fast approaching, I'd love to encourage you to share the importance of daily devotions with your children. Spending quality time with God each day is not just good for you, as parents, but it is also an important habit for the kids to start as well. My daughter is turning 8 this week and she loves reading her Bible. I was excited to see a new Bible available for Tween girls: Faithgirlz Bible. I am putting this one away for my daughter for when she gets just a bit older. This is … [Read more...]
Fantastic Four Printable Science Experiments
About Fantastic Four The Fantastic Four make a triumphant return with MARVEL’s next generation of heroes — four young outsiders who teleport to an alternate universe, their physical forms altered in shocking ways. Their lives changed forever, Reed Richards (“MR. FANTASTIC”), Sue Storm (“INVISIBLE WOMAN”), Johnny Storm (“THE HUMAN TORCH”) and Ben Grimm (“THE THING”) must harness their incredible new powers and work together to save Earth from a former friend turned enemy, the infamous DR. … [Read more...]
