Science Projects
By Amy | March 18, 2008
Yep, it’s that time of year again! Mel had to do a science project for his third quarter project (as in 30% of his grade). Of course it’s great to do these projects as a family and learn together.
Thankfully, he was given a specific subject Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Daily Life | 1 Comment »
Kids and charity
By Amy | February 18, 2008
I really believe that it is important to teach kids early about giving as well as receiving.
My children know that once they outgrow their clothes, we go through them to decide if they should be donated or thrown away. The one question I have them ask themselves is Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Daily Life | No Comments »
Puzzles for Educations and Fun
By Cindy | February 10, 2008
Puzzles come in many forms. There are the traditional jigsaw puzzles, 3-D puzzles, sliding block puzzles and matching puzzles. They can have anywhere from a few pieces to thousands of them.
Puzzles that are appropriate for a child’s age and developmental level provide a fun yet challenging learning experience.
Puzzles for toddlers are very different from puzzles for school children.
Here are some things to look for in puzzles for every age. Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Just for Fun, Toys and Games | No Comments »
Friendly Competition or Are You Pushing Your Child Too Far?
By Cindy | February 6, 2008
“Remember to smile, honey.”
“You are going to win!”
“Don’t disappoint mommy.”
You may have heard these words spoken to children during sports competitions
or, more specifically, beauty pageants.
While some may call it friendly competition -
others are asking … Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Sports | No Comments »
Guitar Hero III
By Amy | December 30, 2007
I’m sure you’ve heard of the game Guitar Hero, right? And you’ve probably seen the commercials for Guitar Hero 3: Legends of Rock…I really like the one where the kid unzips himself and it’s a real legend playing.
Anyway, we got the boys Guitar Hero 3 for their XBox 360 for Christmas…and who knew Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Toys and Games | No Comments »
My Dilemma – Getting My Kids To Do Chores
By Amy | December 17, 2007
One dilemma many parents face is chores: what kind, how many, at what ages, and rewards or consequences.
I am trying to figure out a better system to motivate my boys to do the things they really do need to be doing and a reward/consequence system that really works.
I know we all have different opinions…how many Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Daily Life | No Comments »
FurReal Friends Squawkers McCaw Parrot: Must Have?
By Amy | December 14, 2007
I’m sure you’ve heard of it, or at least seen commercials for it…it’s that parrot that you can “teach” to talk….one of the “TOP TEN MUST HAVE TOYS” this holiday season.
My boys have no interest in this toy, but they are video game loving boys that are 10 and 12…so I really didn’t think they would.
However, I am purchasing one for my friend’s daughter Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Holidays, Toys and Games | No Comments »
Back to Basic Toys
By Cindy | December 7, 2007
For the next few weeks, I’ll be sharing some of my favorite online shops. It’s stress free and hassle free when you shop online! (I live over 100 miles to a large city, so most of my shopping is done online.)
If you haven’t visited Back to Basic Toys …
You are missing out on a true treasure!
When I was a little girl … and heck even when Amy and Brian were small toys were made to promote a childs developmental skills and to encourage their creativity.
Yep, I said CREATIVITY.
So do yourself and your child a favor … Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Toys and Games | No Comments »
“Must Have” Christmas Toys…of past years…
By Amy | December 7, 2007
About three years ago, there was a new robot out just in time for Christmas called “Robosapien“…and of course my boys HAD to have it. I went to about 10 different stores before I finally found a Best Buy that had a couple left and shelled out $100 for this toy.
What was so special about Robosapien….and was “he” worth it???
As far as why he was special…he came with Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Toys and Games | No Comments »
Legos
By Cindy | November 27, 2007
My son Brian absolutely loved Legos!
He would play with them constantly. He never ran out of unique things to build.
He would build houses and building and cities – as well as people and cars and anything else you can think of.
Even though I never thought about it when he was small, he was actually preparing himself for his future…. Read the rest of this entry »
Topics: Holidays, Just for Fun, Toys and Games | No Comments »