Saying Yes – A Parenting ExperimentI don't like disciplining my kids. I do it, of course. As parents we need to set limits, boundaries, and teach our kids. But that doesn't mean I like it. That means I say "no" a lot. Or otherwise use a negative phrase when I need to get…
DIY Thanksgiving Cards Kids Can MakeI remember tracing my hands to make turkeys back in elementary school. We'd color in our fingers to make the features. And then we'd eat some sort of Thanksgiving lunch in the cafeteria. I loved making those turkeys. It's one of those quintessential holiday kid crafts, no? But I've never…
Kids’ Bikes: How to Keep Safe While Riding BikesBike rides are a great activity for the family and a great form of exercise. Be sure to keep your kids safe while riding by taking these necessary precautions. How to Keep Safe While Riding Bikes
Kids Craft: How To Make Edible Pudding PaintOutdoor parties are a great way to keep the kiddos entertained during these summer months, but it can be hard to find something to keep each kid occupied during those parties. I have found that not every child wants to play in the water, not every child wants to…
The Importance of Being Boredfamily fun • ages and stages • strengthening family
We are winding down the summer weeks and it is easy, as parents, to look at our bag of tricks and realize that we've burned through most of our ideas. We've taken the family trips, we've done the crafts, taken picnics, and we've cleaned the closets. Summer camps and…
