We've shared a few healthy swaps for Halloween throughout the last few weeks, but let's be realistic for a moment, shall we? Tomorrow is Oct. 31st, and the kiddos are going to want candy... at least a little bit of their fave sugary goodies and some caramel-stuffed chocolates ...read more
The end of the school year is nearing. Have you been collecting projects and crafts and classroom-created art-work for the past nine months? Whether you're hoarding every precious piece of glitter-littered construction paper or wondering how you're going to continue to inspire ...read more
My son hated school up until midway through the "threes" program. But then, suddenly, it was like a light bulb went on in his little head and he instantly became excited about learning and playing and going to see his teacher. Seemingly out of the blue, preschool became something ...read more
Mess and motherhood—the two go hand in hand. My son was born exactly four years and three months ago, and not a single day has gone by without a spill, drip, drop, or explosion of some sort… Yes, sloppiness goes with the territory. And now that I have two tikes, I’ve got ...read more
Tomorrow is Earth Day. And we're marking the occasion by celebrating sustainable living and educating our little people about the major impact we all have on our planet—and talking about ways we can incite change and make a difference. A few days ago, my son came home from ...read more
When it comes to crafts, I prefer the pre-measured, pre-cut, pre-glittered, and almost pre-done variety. Give me a fully-loaded kit with all the supplies and fixings ready to go, and I'll happily get my project on. It seems my three year old and I have just about the same amount ...read more
