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. […]
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Less Attitude. More Gratitude.
“Tell her, daddy. She knows it’s coming,” my oldest said. Of course, it’s coming. See, there is a bumper sticker quality to some of my parenting. There are the standards. “Choose very few battles, but never […]
9 Snow Cone Machine Picks for the Perfect Summer Treat
A snow cone machine is the ultimate way to get creative and cool down on a hot summer day. These treats are fun and easy to make — especially for kids! All you need to get […]
Avoid The Brain Drain! Here’s How You Can Make the Most of Outdoor Learning This Summer
The summer months are notorious for triggering brain drain. The shear gap in time, combined with the hiatus from hours of learning every day, prompts a decline in knowledge acquisition and retention. Now, it is no […]
Embrace Fatherhood and Your Child Will Reap the Rewards
While research tells us that embracing fatherhood will dramatically impact a child’s life, the father’s role used to be limited to providing the income. The changing role of fatherhood enables men to express their emotions and […]
9 Kiddie Pool Picks to Create a Summer Oasis
Get ready to splash and play—summer is finally here. With a bit of creativity and a couple of outdoor toys, you can transform a simple backyard barbecue into an imaginary day at the beach. Don’t forget […]
Why You Shouldn’t Shrug off Your Son’s Reading Habit this Summer
Summer is right around the corner here in the United States bringing with it both good feelings and worry. For boys, summer equals a long vacation to do what they love every day: nothing, play video […]
9 Slip and Slide, Swim and Play Water Toys for Ultimate Summer Fun
Summer vacation means school is out, the sun is shining, and kids have a lot of extra time on their hands! It’s an ideal time for them to get outside and play with friends while getting fresh […]
9 Essential Minecraft Party Supplies for a Perfectly Pixelated Party
There’s no doubt you’ve heard of Minecraft, the popular game that has players building a pixelated world using blocks, tools that they earn during the game and their own creativity. Of course, anything popular with kids soon […]
Hearts Held Together with Tape and Glue: A Middle School Love Story
Third period. Ten a.m. Last week of school. One of those mornings that has that soft smell of spring, but feels like summer. It’s a good one. Dennis has a girlfriend. Fine choice, too—Sylvia. I’m assuming […]
My Christmas Tale: from Sense of Dread to Humbled Holiday Spirit
I’m a covert Scrooge. I’ve got humbug, much like ice water, running through my veins. I say ‘covert’ because as a father and one-time elementary school teacher, I appreciate that my own misgivings about the holiday […]
9 Advent Calendar Ideas for the Christmas Season
The Christmas season is finally here, with all of the favorite family traditions that go along with it. Reading by the fireplace, drinking hot cocoa and decorating the tree are all activities that warm the heart when […]
Holiday Hazard Guide – Keep the Kids Safe!
Be aware of holiday hazards within a child’s easy reach! Our homes are filled with Christmas flowers, ornaments and table adornments. While it provides a rich ambiance, the novelty and attractiveness create an appeal to a […]
11 Lego Christmas Toys for Festive Building Fun
This holiday season, get your little elves building with a Lego Christmas toy set! Eternally popular, Lego sets are a welcome addition to any Christmas list—but they’re also highly educational. These fun building projects are challenging […]
15 Spooky Halloween Masks and Costumes for Kids and Teens
Halloween is a fun holiday for kids. Some countries pay more attention to the Halloween holiday than others do, but even if the families in your street don’t bother carving pumpkins or ‘trick or treating’, this […]
Planning for Summer – Returning to School Spiritually and Intellectually Sharp
Summer vacation nips at the heels of spring field trips, eighth grade promotions, and high school graduations. Although days of summer sun lengthen in the count of hours, summer vacation grows shorter as each sun sets. […]
9 Unbeatable Wooden Swing Sets for Solid Backyard Fun
When you were a kid, did you have an outdoor wooden swing in the garden? I bet you did. Most kids had a backyard swing set back in the days before computers and games consoles took […]
9 Educational Toys To Inspire A Love For Nature
Children are inherently curious about the world around them. They are interested in the bugs, trees, plants, and even the weather. Educational toys can help to inspire and grow a love for nature, as well as […]
Have a Sackful of Fun and Learning with Google Santa Tracker
Overview Maybe it’s the festive spirit in the air. Maybe it’s the eggnog they serve in the Google cafe. Whatever it is, Google Maps feels like the gift that just keeps on giving! For the past […]
7 Fun Easter Apps for Kids Who are Sick of Chocolate
Enough with the chocolate! I have seriously had more chocolate in the last week than Augustus Gloop on a Creme Egg binge. And the only way I know to distract myself from this Easter madness is to […]