We actually look forward to getting our local newspaper every Wednesday at my house. It is fun to see that is going on in the community and what it on sale at the various grocery stores near us. Once I have looked the paper over, my son and I use it to craft. Newspaper and …
A Baby’s View of the Cry It Out Approach
I know the pain of having an infant that will not sleep if they are not held or touched. The agony of not being able to get your older baby to go to sleep without rocking or nursing. But that doesn’t last forever…. They’re only little, sweet, and fully dependent on us for a limited period …
How Do I Know if My Child is Ready for a Pet
Owning a pet is no easy business. Most types require daily care, attention, and love. We have two cats that have been with us since before my son was born. However, due to a recent interest in hamsters and mice, we are considering getting Bear a little tiny furry friend. I will admit, though, that …
Mixed Media Art for Kids
The end of the school year is fast approaching. Even though Bear will have only been in his preschool class for 2 months, we still plan on making end of the year gifts for his amazing teachers. They welcomed him into the classroom and made his first school experience an exciting and happy one. Each day, …
My Best Friend Is…: Kids Spell It Out
Welcome to the Kids Spell It Out series! Every Monday will be a post filled with funny and adorable answers that kidlets give to questions. This week’s question is: Who is your best friend? Noah. He’s Spider-man too. Monkey {3} All Done Monkey Dad, cuz he does awesome stuff for me. {he’s deployed right now, so this …
Tuesday Book Activities for Preschool {Free Printable}
The book Tuesday by David Weisner is one of our favorite books. What makes it so great for children is that there are only a few words at the beginning and the end of the book. And the only function of those words is to set the stage for what time it is. …
What a 4.5 year old Wants to Tell the World {Bear writes a post}
Bear wanted to write a post, but wasn’t quite sure how to start, so i gave him a little help. What do you want to tell people who read the blog? That I love them. And I want to say hello because they’re so friendly. Anything you’d like to say? I can’t wait to… um… …
For Boston
i had planned on another post for today. but it can wait until tomorrow. in honor of the tragedy yesterday in the beautiful city of Boston. i just want today to be quiet..
My Favorite Family Activity: Kids Spell It Out
Welcome to the Kids Spell It Out series! Every Monday will be a post filled with funny and adorable answers that kidlets give to questions. This week’s question is: What’s your favorite thing to do with your family? Play outside and play together.Bear {4.5} Do.Play.Learn. Playing snakes and ladders and going to play …
The Most Important Rule: Kids Spell It Out
Welcome to the Kids Spell It Out series! Every Monday will be a post filled with funny and adorable answers that kidlets give to questions. This week’s question is: What’s the most important rule in your house? Not hitting people. Bear {4} Do.Play.Learn. Never trash food.Putti {5} Tidy up after yourself, put one thing …