Whether your child wants to learn how to figure skate, play ice hockey or have fun with their friends at the local pond or ice rink, there is a pair of ice skates that may fit your youngster perfectly. Famous brand designs that professionals wear also manufacture skates for kids and beginners. If you are new to buying ice skates for your children, you may find this buying guide helpful. After days of researching the top brands and styles, we […]
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A kid on roller skates is a happy kid because they have wheels beneath them that take them places. Roller skating is one of the best recreational exercises for all ages, from toddlers to adults. It is an interest that boys and girls enjoy, and it is a healthy way to have fun with friends. We spent over 30 hours reviewing and researching the best roller skate for kids. The variety available is incredible, and therefore we created a list […]
Have you ever played Truth or Dare as a family? If you have, then you know how much fun it is to play the game. You also understand that the truth or dare questions should be selected with wisdom, especially when tweens or teens play it at a sleepover. You want hilarious dares and interesting questions, but also clean questions. Truth or dare questions for kids should not cause embarrassment or awkwardness. After all, the kids need to face their […]
Children are actively moving throughout the day, on the playground, running to sports activities, or playing with friends. Avoid dehydration by making sure your child has a bottle of water within arm’s reach. When they become thirsty, drinking water is a healthier option than drinking sodas and other high sugar content drinks which may cause weight issues. By having the best kids water bottles readily available, you teach your children from an early age to drink water. Although most kids […]
What the world needs now? See, I can’t even bring myself to finish the quote. With all the schmaltz and candy coating that comes with a Burt Bacharach refrain, it’s hard to get it out. Sort of sticks in the throat and causes my hands to pause over the keyboard. But, despite the preamble of pop and bubble gum, it’s true. What the world needs now is love, sweet love. And when children are not able to obtain the love […]
Ah the good ole lunchbox! Kids REALLY care about the lunchbox they roll. I guess that’s because it’s one of the first ways to show individual tastes as children grow. Sure, brown lunch bags are fine for teenagers, but for kids the lunch box comes high on the pecking order of important school supplies. Parents care about most everything BUT the look. Ease of cleaning the lunch box is high on the list. The material, shape, and compartment sizes affect how […]
I don’t think there’s a kid on this planet (or a dog for that matter) who doesn’t associate sprinklers and water hoses with fun water games. Even parents become kids again when reminded of the fun activities they enjoyed as children. You don’t need a party for water games; a summer afternoon will do just fine. Here is a list of water games to play this summer including water racing games, water balloon games, games for kids and adults, and, […]
Think back to when you were young. What can be a more glorious summer afternoon memory as a kid than taking a hop on a tire swing and feeling the breeze on your back? Or maybe you were more of a wooden swing type of child, letting the sun warm your face? These days, you get to choose from many more options when picking a swing for kids. It’s one of the fun jobs as a parent – picking out […]
In our fast-paced world, it’s often hard to slow down and take the time to really engage with friends and family. We know we ought to do it, but the demands of work, school activities and other outside pressures make it difficult. These classic board games are your secret weapon to help you steal a few hours a week of quality time. By their very nature, a family game forces us to talk and engage with the other players. These […]
You’ve probably heard of balance bikes before, but have you looked into a balance board? A balance board is a fun and active toy kids can enjoy both in and out of the house. There are even electronic balance boards available! But more than that, these boards help kids development important skills. Physical skills like spatial awareness, balance and coordination are developed and practiced with the use of a balance board. Studies have even shown regular use of a balance […]
Ever since we had the opportunity to review KiwiCo’s entire line of educational subscription crates, we’ve been waiting to see what new product they would come up with for this holiday season. The wait has ended. The Atlas Crate has arrived. Is it as good a value as the other subscription boxes made by KiwiCo? More importantly, is it as fun? Read on to find out. Find Out More About the Atlas Crate I’ll begin by sharing some information about […]
Music teaches kids lots of skills. Learning to play music requires commitment and discipline and if you splash out on an instrument, you need to know your child is going to put time and effort into practicing their skills. Children can learn rhythm, beat, pattern recognition and even math from music. Musical instruments for kids can also help to cultivate social skills while collaborating to make music together. Parents rarely have to be convinced of the merits of teaching their children the alphabet […]
Most people hate the sound of alarms. I’m one of them – it’s why I evangelize the use a light simulation alarm clock that usually wakes me up with light before the alarm goes off. But for some people, loud noise is a problem anytime of the day. Buzzers and loud bell rings can cause anxiety and worse in this part of the population. There are other times where you want a timer, but it’s just not appropriate to have […]
Handouts are a teacher’s best friend, but they can be a student’s worst nightmare. It’s difficult to keep track of all the papers that students throughout the school year. Folders hold up for a few weeks, but after a few assignments, they’re almost entirely useless. Regular binders serve their purpose for longer, but it’s easy to lose track of the important papers once a binder fills up. It’s nearly impossible to keep track of old papers in a regular binder, […]
Misplaced clothing, messy bedrooms, tripping over toys, forgotten homework books, and other scary surprises in backpacks frustrate parents. The irony is that, although the child is disorganized, you could be helping it along. There is a difference between being the child’s organizational reminder and implementing organizational strategies. When a parent keeps on telling the child what to do, the parent becomes the external reminder. The responsibility isn’t shifted to the child. The child’s brain doesn’t need to create reminders because […]
“I just can’t get her to read!” I often hear protests like this from parents when I suggest that their child read more for fun. Because it’s an important lifelong habit that I want my students to cultivate and because I know reading more will have a huge impact on their success in school, I encourage parents to become proactive whenever their children don’t read outside what’s required for class. Once a child hits the middle or upper elementary school […]
When the sun comes out and that thermometer starts to rise, there is no better fun for children than getting wet. Whether it’s a quick trip down to the beach, a cooling dip in the pool, or simply running around in the sprinklers, water is the perfect catalyst to getting out and having fun in the sun. But how about some water toy fun that is a little more portable though? A little more engaging? A little more colorful? A […]
One of the best tools to raise your children’s emotional IQ and empathy are books. Reading a story with your children gives you ample opportunity to talk about the story, the cause of the emotions and what is the best way to act and react in a similar situation. Help your children improve their coping mechanisms by raising their emotional intelligence. Improve your child’s ability to interact with others by making him aware of his own emotions. Emotional intelligence helps […]
Last Updated: August 21, 2018: While spring is only halfway done, that doesn’t mean it’s too early to begin looking forward to beach trips. Some of my best childhood memories are of spending time with my toes in the sand or splashing around in the waves with happy relatives. I didn’t have a care in the world beyond trying to body-surf the next wave into shore. But now I’m the adult. Being responsible for others means you need to take […]
Heading to the beach this summer? If so, you’re probably looking forward to the sand, surf and sun. What you’re probably not looking forward to is toting all of your supplies from Point A to Point B. From beach tents and toy trucks to skimboards and beach balls, it’s amazing how a day at the beach often turns into a full-blown camping trip! Guide Table of Contents What to Look For In A Beach Wagon 6 Useful Features To Be Aware Of Best […]