So much stuff, where did all these toys come from? If that sounds familiar, then continue reading, for we have a great list of the best non-toy gift ideas for kids. When kids have too many toys, they forget what they have; often, they play with their favorite toys, and the rest are ignored. We’ve…
Between Christmas, Hanukkah, birthdays, and more, it seems like we’re always buying something for our kids. While most kids always want the latest toy, experience gifts for kids will be much more meaningful and memorable. Also keep in mind – 2021 is (hopefully) a special year. It’s likely that many physical toys just won’t reach…
It’s time for Scout Elf to arrive for the holiday season. Kids love the fun surprises they wake up to every day, and his presence will remind kids to behave. If you are looking for some fun ideas, here is a list of Elf On The Shelf ideas for every day, from the arrival of…
It doesn’t matter where you live, in the country or a bustling city, Christmas is the best time of the year! Joyful memories emerge from singing Christmas carols, decorating the Christmas tree, filling the stockings, and reading the best Christmas books for kids with a cup of hot cocoa and marshmallows. We’ve spent weeks and…
This is our review of the best kids Halloween costumes in ! Sometimes, the hassle of putting together Halloween costumes can turn a fun holiday into a stressful one. And if your kids are sick of the traditional white sheet ghosts and witches, finding a unique costume can be even more difficult. For busy parents…
Halloween is right around the corner, and that means it’s time for scary movies. Luckily, it’s easier than ever to find Halloween movies to watch. You don’t have to wait until Halloween night to watch, either. Are you worried that Halloween movies are too spooky for your kids? No worries. Even if you have young…
Halloween is such a fun holiday for decorating your classroom. You can do spooky decorations like spiders and monsters. Or you can focus on the fun stuff side of Halloween, like dressing up and getting candy. We have searched all the Pinterest boards and classroom idea websites to help you find the best Halloween bulletin…
Every year people receive and send Christmas cards to family, friends, colleagues, and loved ones. Most of the Christmas cards contain traditional Christmas wishes, messages about the New Year, or happy holiday season sayings. If you were looking for something different than the traditional Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year message in your Christmas…
Spring brings newness no matter where you are in the world. Shaking off Winter, Spring is the season of a new fresh look. It’s time to grow, to blossom, and bloom. Spring Bulletin Boards can help teachers bring spring into the classroom. It may inspire a fresh start, an eagerness for the next semester. Here…
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…
“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 lose.” “It costs you nothing to be kind.” And this gem they were both waiting for. My youngest looked…
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 wonder why summer activities and routines make it difficult to convince children to complete ungraded practices. Kids would much…
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 share the parenting role with the mother. It has changed dramatically over the years. As a child in the…
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 a place to cool off! Get the party started with some of our favorite kiddie pool picks below. 9…
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 games and sports, run around, hang with friends, swim, etc. And who can blame them? Unfortunately, reading doesn’t make…
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 air and exercise. But how can you keep kids outdoors all summer long, when high-tech electronics make being inside more…
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 becomes a theme for birthday celebrations and people are always looking for cool Minecraft party supplies. It’s not only…
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 if I were thirteen, Sylvia would be the kind of girl I would be too shy to talk to….
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 are best kept to myself. But now? Now, I can feel the shackles of the season loosening just a…
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 the weather is cold. To keep the Christmas spirit alive, many families focus on giving during the holiday season,…
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