There were some brilliant & creative ideas that were shared at our Discover & Explore Art and Museum Fun this past week.  One of the things I learned as I read the great posts was that there are many creative ways to introduce art to kids. Art can be introduced through books, museum visits, hands-on …

It’s that time of the year again – summer is almost here and we all have dreams of long, relaxing days when the kids can kick back and ‘just be kids’ again!  As you begin to get ready for summer, I want to encourage you to create a Summer Fun List!

It seems that the summer heat is settling in for a while – and everyone knows that hot kids are not happy kids!  Here’s some fun ‘frozen’ ideas to beat the heat with ice, cold snacks and cool activities.

Whether you’re planning a trip to the Disney Parks or are just a fan of all things Disney, we’ve got some fun (and free) items for you this week!

Welcome to our March Online Book Club for Kids!

This month, we explore the wonderfully imaginative books of Julia Donaldson. 

Each month, our group of 40+ book-loving bloggers chooses an author and highlights some fun projects, crafts and activities that match up with their books.  The book club is a great way to find fun extension activities that will get the kids more excited about reading and books!

Welcome to our December Online Book Club for Kids!  Each month, a group of amazing bloggers highlights an author and create a variety of activities and crafts to go along with their books.

This month we’re featuring the books of Jan Brett!

Next week, we will feature some fun activities, crafts and cool ideas for the monthly Online Kids Book Club. 

If you missed last month’s feature, you can read more about the Family Conversation Jar and October’s author, Amy Krouse Rosenthal.

What do you do when the rain spoils your plans?

We were all set to visit the pumpkin patch last week and what happens — rain!  Twice!! 

It’s time to choose your book for our October Book Club! 

You can learn more about our Online Book Club for Kids or visit our September book and activity for more fun ideas!

Our author this month is Amy Krouse Rosenthal.  She describes herself as “a person who likes to make things”.  To learn more about some of Amy’s great books, visit her YouTube channel to see some fun videos.

Kids love to celebrate!  So check out this list of holidays and out-of-the-ordinary fun days and plan something special with your child.