Felt Gingerbread Men
byNow that my son is a little older, our art projects and quiet activities can be a little more complex, beyond sensory and exploration….
Parenting
10 Steps to Independent Play
bySometimes I feel like there’s a pressure to do more with my three year old son. As parents, we all hear about the importance…
Creating an Art Space for Kids
byAs a former art teacher, I know the importance of art and being creative for children. The value of having the time and space…
Raising a Wild Child
byI tried to remember what some of my favorite toys were the other day. And aside from a handful of basic things like blocks…
An Invitation to Play
bySometimes my son gets “stuck” in his play. He recreates the same scenarios over and over again, which can be age appropriate and beneficial….
Review: EZPZ Mat
byWe ordered two EZPZ mats: the EZPZ Mini Mat in Coral and the EZPZ Flower Play Mat. This is a review of both. Both…
Teaching Kids Gratitude
byFor kids in particular, the holidays can mean making gift wish lists and a shiny new pile of presents. With all the consumerism going…
10 Ways to Get Your Kids to Eat More Vegetables
byI was a picky eater. Very picky. I had a long list of unacceptable foods and a short, reliable list of foods I would…
Too Much Screen Time
byThe other night we put a classic children’s movie for Dominik to watch for the first time: “My Neighbor Totoro”. Of course, he absolutely…
The Value of Free Play
byThese days, kids schedules are fully packed. Even if it’s just a few after school activities, they often fill up a child’s hours pretty…