I’ve read so many amazing chapter books in 2017 and finally picked what I think are the best children’s chapter books of the year. You can’t go wrong with any of these! You know those (expensive) subscription book boxes? My kids love getting the goodies that come with the books. So I thought why make […]
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Best Tips for Holiday Toy Gift Giving
Have you ever noticed that the best gifts are ones that kids play with over and over for years? And kids are happy to get them as gifts and play with them! If you’re wondering how to find a meaningful, long-lasting toy gifts to give, here are my specific suggestions. Share in the comments your toy buying […]
Creative Art and Craft Gifts for Kids
If you’re looking to find an art and craft gift for your child, look no further. This up to date list of ideas for 2016 should help! Creative Art and Craft Gifts for Kids Color a Doghouse Kit ages 4+ Whether a real dog or your plush toys live in this house, you’ll be able to […]
30+ Stocking Stuffers Kids Will Love
Find the best stocking stuffers your kids will love! See what you think about these fun small gifts and toy ideas. And, if you want more ideas, check out last year’s stocking stuffer list here. 30 Stocking Stuffers Kids Will Love Monster Hat ages 0 – 5 This is a fair-trade, hand-knit hat for kids ages 0 […]
Games & Puzzles Holiday Gifts for Kids 2016
Giving games and puzzles as gifts a time honored tradition in our family. Each year I look for new games that my kids and your kids will love to play — usually with an educational or learning angle. Here’s your Games and Puzzles Holiday Gift Guide for Kids 2016! See last year’s Games and Puzzles Gift […]
Kids’ STEM Holiday Gift Guide 2016
Since you want to encourage your kids in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM), my first holiday gift guide is new and awesome STEM (and STEAM) gifts (toys and kits) for 2016! I’m including building with engineering so all the building blocks and building kits are on this list, too. See last year’s STEM Gift Guide here. Kids’ STEM […]
Impressive New Tech Toy for 2016: Code-a-Pillar
Code-a-Pillar Think & Learn is an impressive new (2016) STEM learning toy for preschoolers. In fact, after reviewing it, Code-a-Pillar now tops of my list for educational holiday gifts for preschoolers and older. (Ages 3 – 8) Impressive New Tech Toy for 2016: Code-a-Pillar Each segment of the Code-a-Pillar is a mini program for how the toy will […]