Candy for a Cause This Halloween, instead of throwing out your children’s unused candy, why not donate it to a good cause? Operation Gratitude and Halloween Candy Buyback will gladly accept your leftover candy. Operation Gratitude sends candy annually to U.S. troops stationed overseas and to their children and veterans. For more information, visit their… Read more »
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It’s Pumpkin Time
It’s Pumpkin Time Pumpkins are a hallmark of fall and make a great addition to kid-friendly snacks. Pumpkin is easiest to use in recipes when bought from a can, but fresh pumpkin from the pumpkin patch is also fantastic. Rich in beta-carotene, Vitamin A and Vitamin C, this seasonal favorite is also a nutritional powerhouse… Read more »
Best Apps for Small Children and Toddlers
Best Apps for Small Children and Toddlers Winter is coming and outside play will become less possible as the cold winds and even snow start to blow. But that doesn’t mean your small children can’t be entertained and stimulated. Thanks to the mass quantities of technology that now consumes our lives on a daily basis,… Read more »
Get Your Kids Loving the Great Outdoors
Get Your Kids Loving the Great Outdoors Spending time in nature has many benefits for kids. Studies have shown that spending time outside can reduce children’s stress levels and have a soothing effect. Exploring the great outdoors can also help children comprehend how the natural world outside of them works. With that in mind, here are a few… Read more »
Simple Toy Storage Tips
Simple Toy Storage Tips Tackling the ever mounting pile of toys strewn about the house can seem like an insurmountable task. Just when you think you have your child’s toys organized, they appear thrown in places like underneath your refrigerator or in your shoe bin. While children’s endless curiosity can’t (and shouldn’t) be contained, there… Read more »
Fall Family Activities
Fall Family Activities Summer is winding down and autumn is gearing up. With the hot summer we’ve had the cooler temperatures will be a nice change! The fall also brings about the turning of the leaves and the start of the holiday season. With that in mind, here are some fun fall activities for the… Read more »
Sunglasses and Eye Health Tips
Sunglasses and Eye Health Tips In the warmer months, it can be second-nature to apply tons of sunscreen on our children to protect their skin from the harmful effects of the sun. But many times, as much attention as we give to their skin, we often overlook another area that can be damaged by the… Read more »
Getting Back Into The School Routine
Getting Back Into The School Routine Kids are typically excited and just a bit nervous about going back to school, but getting back into the routine can be an adjustment for both kids and parents alike. A great idea is to start some “back to school” practices a week or so before the big day,… Read more »
Helping Your Child Get Ready for the First Day of Kindergarten
Helping Your Child Get Ready for the First Day of Kindergarten We’ve nurtured our children and watched them begin to grow into wonderful little people in awe of the world and all their surroundings. Now it’s time to prepare them for the first big step in their lives – the first day of kindergarten. Getting… Read more »
Crafts for Remembering Summer Vacations
Crafts for Remembering Summer Vacations Summer vacation is always a fun time for you and your family. Here are a few crafty ideas to help preserve those memories a little longer and make them last a lifetime with a few simple crafts. One idea is a “beautiful places” key chain. With just a few items,… Read more »
