Sometimes the most educational toys are the simplest toys-- toys with lots of open-ended possibilities that encourage young minds to think, to create and to explore. The best of these toys provide progressive layers of challenge for children to discover as they grow. At their very best, these toys encourage exploration, reward discovery and empower our children. Blocks are one of those toys that can do all that and more and BathBlocks allow your child to bring classic block play into a fun, new, fascinating watery environment. The bathtub is the perfect place to create waterslides, ball runs, … [Read more...]
Quick & Easy Fried Rice
February 19, 2013 by 9 Comments
I love fried rice! What I do not love is how much one small, white take out box with a metal handle is. It's almost nine dollars for a box of rice around here, which is just an insane price to pay. I did a bit of searching online for Fried Rice recipes and really couldn't find one I thought I our family would enjoy. So instead I winged it! I wanted something that would not cost an arm and a leg, would still taste good and could use up some of our left overs. What I ended up with, is a new family favorite! 4 cups rice, left over works best 4-5 left over chicken tenderloins 1 cup left … [Read more...]
WorryWoo Fuddle
February 19, 2013 by Leave a Comment
The WorryWoo Monsters, a series by Andi Green, was first seen in a New York art exhibition in 2001. Originally called The Monsters in My Head, Green wanted to create characters with a story that each embodied an emotion. Using her design and illustration background she built 5 light boxes each containing a monster with its story Xerox-transferred to the front of the box. From loneliness to confusion, she began tackling complicated feelings and transformed them into quirky, loveable characters. Her message of “embrace your emotions” received such a positive response, she was asked by many if she ever … [Read more...]
100th Day Of School Bees In A Hive Project
February 11, 2013 by 3 Comments
The 100th day of school is such a special time for kids. The teachers go all out and they are asked to create a project featuring 100 things. All of my kiddos needed projects but I wanted to make sure each of them had something super special to bring in! Derrick's teacher mentioned a while ago she loved bumblebees- so his project was a Beehive! We headed to AC Moore to collect our supplies. It cost us around 35.00, with the purchase of paint brushes and superglue because we did not have one. All you need for this project is round piece of tree, light yellow paint, dark yellow paint, black paint, … [Read more...]
2013 Nissan Quest LE
February 5, 2013 by 18 Comments
When your a busy mom on the go, one of the most important things you can have is a great vehicle to tote your family around in. Nissan loaned our family the Quest last month to drive around town and I am amazed at how mom friendly it was. The DVD entertainment system kept my kids super busy, the extra large interior space made it comfortable to sit in even with 5 car seats and two adults and the amazing camera system made it a breeze to park! Features include: Permanant Rear Well Storage System Blind Spot Monitor System Around View Monitor Advanced Climate Control System Easy Fill Tire … [Read more...]
100th Day Of School Melted Crayon Art Project
February 2, 2013 by 5 Comments
About a week ago Ethan came home from school more excited than I had seen him in a while. He quickly dug around in his backpack and handed me a note from his teacher about the upcoming 100th day of school! Ethan had to find 100 of something and bring them in to share with the class. There were a few ideas, like 100 cheerios on a string, or 100 beads in a bottle- however I wanted to do something special with him that his teacher would be really impressed with! It just so happens that exact day, Heather from Our Kids Mom posted an amazing melted crayon art project she did with her daughter and I knew that … [Read more...]
Build-A-Bear Girl Scouts Thin Mint Bear
February 2, 2013 by 1 Comment
I am always looking for an excuse to add a bear to Emmitt's collection. He is the only one of my kids who has ever shown love to a stuffed animal and I have enjoyed building his collection! I count on Build-A-Bear Workshop to supply his teddy bears because they last forever and each and every month they release new designs! Priced at only 15.00 the Build-A-Bear Workshop's Girl Scouts Thin Mint Bear is sure to be the perfect addition to any bear or Girl Scout collectors collection! Help celebrate Girl Scouting and Girl Scout Cookies with this beary special bear! On one foot you will find the Girl … [Read more...]
