How do I know if a book is right for my kids? It's a little overwhelming to stay on top of all of the books my kids want to read. I want to encourage them to read; however, I do not want to expose them to a story-line that is violent, disturbing, filled with inappropriate relationships, and bad language. This post is really meant for a reader who is self selecting books themselves. If you're looking for books on how to choose a book at an appropriate level, click here. What do you do when … [Read more...]
Favorite Things Giveaway
I'm really excited about today's post. It's a giveaway, just in time for Christmas! This is my first time participating in a giveaway with other awesome bloggers. Below are the items offered. Each one of them, I'd love to own. Maybe it will give you an idea to add to your shopping list. Or maybe something special for you! How to Enter Check out the giveaway collage below. It shows you all of the goodies my friends and I are giving away. Take a peek at the Baby-to-Bride … [Read more...]
Product Review: Mission Unboxable
We had the opportunity to receive a Mission Unboxable Spy Kit! I was intrigued by this set because Lisa and her children developed them. There are 13 kits designed to delight and intrigue. With a subscription, they are delivered to your front door each month! What kid doesn’t love mystery and Top Secret missions? Secret missions include spy gear, disguise kits, fingerprint analysis, decoders, get-away cars, target practice, bird watching (yes, bird watching), bouncy balls and much, much … [Read more...]
Product Review: ALEX Toys Kid Concoctions
We received a fun package from ALEX Toys. Each of my kids chose one that they wanted to make. Since they are both readers, it was almost an independent project! Our first project was Kid Concoctions - Make Stretchy Putty All of the supplies came in the kit. Nothing extra needed! My son easily read the simple directions and mixed the entire concoction himself. Mix He loved squishing the liquid until it became a solid. Look how fun this is! This was before he squished … [Read more...]
Celebrating with Family Fun Magazine!
Do you subscribe to Family Fun Magazine? Did you receive your February 2013 copy? I've been waiting patiently for it! Our copy was delivered on Saturday. I think I imagined a perfect moment at the mailbox opening it up to find our craft published! Instead, I was in the garage (in my pajamas, raincoat, and baseball hat) trimming the boy's hair. Yep - real life, looking my best! We quickly flipped through it to find...... dun, dun, duhhhhhh...... Our Sign Language "I Love You" cards! Page … [Read more...]