As I settled into Little Miss Techie’s bed to read her a story last night she told me that some of Captain Computer’s preschool classmates were calling him names. “Mommy,” she said very softly. “Brother told me I could tell you that two boys at school are calling him names like baby.” 4 year old…
WorldLabel.com Provides Affordable Labels & Free Printables via Blog
Beautiful labels can add a gorgeous touch of personalization to anything whether gift giving, addressing an envelope, or staking claim to a frequently lent item but laser and inkjet labels can be quite expensive when purchased at local retailers. Online retailer and site patron, WorldLabel.com, has a wide selection of labels in all sizes for…
Secure Important Documents with MasterLock (w. giveaway)
April is here and the deadline for filing taxes is looming! I’m the first to admit that I don’t love tax time because the abundant paperwork can be overwhelming unless you have a good system. In order to combat the stress of taxes, I find that spending a little time to organize documents throughout the…
DC Readers: Adventure Theater’s If You Give a Cat a Cupcake Review & Tips
Adventure Theater’s If You Give a Cat a Cupcake performance takes a classic tale by Laura J. Numeroff and brings it to life thanks to a lively performance in a small venue that’s fun for adults and kids alike. The 45 minute performance follows the story to the letter and takes theater-goers to the beach,…
Online Guide to April Fools’ Day Pranks
Friday is April Fools’ Day! Are you a family of pranksters or are you lacking inspiration? If you want some ideas for some family fun, be inspired by my Ultimate Online Guide to April Fools’ Day Pranks for Kids on The LeapFrog Community. I’ve searched the web to find fun ways to keep your kids laughing from…
Middle East Conflict According to Angry Birds
If you’re having trouble explaining the current conflict in the Middle East to your kids, break it down Angry Birds style! They are sure to understand this if they’ve ever played the game or watched over your shoulder impatiently while trying to get your attention. And if the tune is a little familiar, think Disney’s…
LeapFrog Explorer Tangled Exposes Young Fans to Critical Literacy Skills Through Engaging Games with Favorite Characters
With Disney’s Tangled coming out on DVD today ($19.99 on Amazon), young fans of Rapunzel and Flynn can learn along with their favorite characters on the LeapFrog Explorer’s Tangled Learning Game. Tangled for the Explorer is designed for children ages 4-7 and has multiple games designed for practicing spelling, vocabulary, reading, and creative expression to…
Radio Shack Offers Discounts via Foursquare Checkins
If you covet your Mayorships or are an avid badge collector, Foursquare fans can use their love of checkins to score great discounts on android phones. Radio Shack (aka The Shack) has introduced new mobile discount offers for Foursquare and Google Places users on Android devices. By using these applications, shoppers can redeem discounts of…
DC Readers: Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Delight Audiences in DC Area Performances (w. ticket giveaway)
Going to Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey’s Greatest Show on Earth is a classic throwback to childhood that is always as much fun for me and as for the kids. This weekend we were guests of Feld Entertainment and attended Barnum 200 Funundrum, a show that evokes classic circus performances from long ago. The…
Tiny Prints Business Cards: Customizable, Professional & Easy to Reorder
Whether looking for business cards to hand out to fellow parents you meet at the park to plan future playdates, market yourself to those in need of your consulting services, share your website or blog, or use as a networking tool, you want cards that reflect your personality. I’ve recently taken a huge step…
