Hi Friends! I'm sharing my Model Magic Winter Wonderland with All For the Boys today. Allison has the best posts on fun things to do with your boys. Model Magic Snowmen...... to a LEGO snowball fight!! … [Read more...]
Seven Rules for Dating My Son
Trying my best to keep them little for a long time! I've seen a lot of things on dating daughters - but LOVED this one on dating sons! Here's the link click here. … [Read more...]
Homework Help for Busy Kids – shopping list
Here's my Amazon Wish list to help us get on track for Back-to-School homework time:Isokinetics Inc. Brand Exercise Disc / Balance Cushion - 14" Diameter - BlueIt comes inflated and is perfect for a "wiggly" child or anxious one. It's like sitting on an exercise ball, but it fits right in your seat. I had students use these years ago and they are even more popular now! I'm thinking I need 3 in my home - one for each kid and me!Time Timer, 8 InchI have wanted one of these timers forever! This … [Read more...]
Mom Spotlight: Starting a Business for Kids
Name of business: AL-LA Pet Service Names(optional) of girls: Allison and Laura Ages: 9 and 12 (started in 2010) Interview with Allison and Laura's mom - Suzanne! How did the girls get started? The girls started their pet business because we got the chance to take care of my sister-in-law's golden retriever and they loved it. They also got paid from that experience and loved that too. We encouraged them to start their own pet sitting business so that they could learn about … [Read more...]
Publishing Books with Your Kids
One of our biggest projects each summer is publishing your own book! My book from second grade - nice 1970's wallpaper! My teacher wrote the words and I drew the pictures. Background:When I was in 2nd grade, my teacher published this book with me. The cover was made with some sweet 1970's pink and green wallpaper and the pages were sewn inside. When I started teaching, I published books with classes of children too. They are an amazing keepsake and a treasure for parents. I think one … [Read more...]