Is learning to swim a Life Skill? You bet it is! It is one of the few sports that could actually save your life. SUBSCRIBERS RECEIVE THIS ACCESS TO THE LIFE SKILLS LIST AND OTHER FREE PRINTABLE: ENTER YOUR >>>>>>EMAIL (CLICK HERE) Why we swim: It gives you confidence. You are safer in and around water. In our family, learning to swim is not a choice. It's a skill that will serve you throughout your life. It's great for kids with allergies and … [Read more...]
Family Fun: C’MON Children’s Museum of Naples, Florida
We recently traveled to southwest Florida (Naples). If you're visiting the Gulf Coast, the C'mon (Children's Museum of Naples) is right off of Highway 75. When we first arrived at C'mom, we were amazed by the building! It's beautiful and kid friendly. It also sits on the same property as the North Collier County Regional Park where the Sun and Fun water-park is located. We were warmly welcome and told to let our kids lead the way. Make sure you scroll to the end to read our Top 8 Tips to … [Read more...]
10 Tips for visiting Mt. Vernon – with Kids!
We visited Mt. Vernon on a gorgeous fall day. Due to the wonderful location of Mt. Vernon, I doubt any day could be bad there! Good to know before you go: 1. Pack water! No other food or drinks are allowed or sold on property. Eat something right before you walk in. I think we walked the grounds for about 3.5 hours, we were quite hungry at the end. 2. They offer a scenic boat ride ($) that can be added onto a ticket (in season). A 45 minute excursion from the dock at … [Read more...]
The *FREE* ‘we teach’ Summer eBook is here!
Hooray! Hot off the presses the 'we teach' summertime learning eBook is here! Join the group at http://weteachgroup.com for the free 54-page eBook. It's full of fun, free, and cool learning activities for your children.The 2012 eBook features: over 30 ideas for summer learning created by 'we teach' members unique, creative craft ideas cooking ideas with ready-to-use recipes literacy ideas for all ages hands-on math ideas totally cool science ideas and experiments focused play ideas, indoors … [Read more...]
Colonial Williamsburg for Kids: Top Tips
Would you like to take a step back in time? How about when there weren't any electricity or cars? That far back? Well, you're in luck! Williamsburg, Virginia is that kind of place. Why should you visit Williamsburg? The first words my 9-year-old said were... "This is just like Disney World, except educational!" (translation: Thanks mom and dad for taking me here, it's great!) The Governor's Palace at Christmas Tips for Traveling to Williamsburg with … [Read more...]