Since starting this blog almost 11 years ago, there’s been an influx of STEM focused toys on the market. There’s no shortage of products designed to foster curiosity and get our kids interested in these subjects but the teacher in me can distinguish between items that provide worthwhile STEM learning experiences versus those that masquerade…
Gift Guides
2018 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Teens (ages 13+)
If you’re a parent of a teen, you probably find yourself counting down milestones from time to time. The number of birthdays left to celebrate at home, remaining seasons of their favorite sport, years left in high school before they’re off to college, and maybe summers but let’s be honest, those 18 summers are a…
2018 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Tweens (ages 8-12)
Tweens have one foot firmly still planted in childhood and the other inching towards the teen years so they often feel stuck between the cute stuff of kid years and wanting to be grown up. This age group possesses growing self-confidence, independence, and academic skills that need to be nurtured. The best gifts for tweens encourage…
Best Gifts for Early Elementary Ages (grades K-2, ages 5-8)
The links in this post are affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on a link. In my former life as a first grade teacher, I got to know early elementary ages quite well. My students always had a wide spectrum of knowledge so I know…
2018 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Toddlers & Preschoolers
The links in this post are affiliate links and I will receive a small commission if you make a purchase after clicking on a link. This year’s Best Gifts for Toddlers & Preschoolers reflects this age group’s innocence, curiosity, and their ability to see the world as a wondrous place. I loved spending time with…
2018 Holiday Gift Guides
This year retailers have accelerated the shopping season with early deals so whether you’re finding yourself in the holiday spirit or not quite ready to shop, I’m here to help with my 2018 Holiday Gift Guides! The holidays should mean time with family and friends that are full of joy and minimal stress so I’m…
5 Multitasking Digital Devices Tech Savvy Moms Want This Holiday
This post is sponsored by Walmart Whether you’re a geek at heart or aspire to be a little more tech savvy, chances are you could use a tech upgrade with new multitasking devices that work as hard as you do all year long. This holiday season embrace your tech savvy. Ask for a shiny new…
3 Nintendo Switch Games That Inspire Offline Learning
I’m a mom of a tween and teen who is always conscious about the amount of screen time my kids are having but rather than place strict limits on all screens, I recognize the difference between passive and productive screen time. Productive screen time includes using digital devices for learning whereas passive screen time merely…
16 Mother’s Day Gifts to Make Mom Swoon
This post contains affiliate links This year show mom you truly love her by surprising with something she wouldn’t think to get herself. Here are 16 great Mother’s Day gift ideas in all price ranges that will make her swoon, regardless of your budget. Handmade Mother’s Day Gifts & Gifts that Give Back Earrings from…
2018 Valentine’s Day Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Your Beloved
Candy and flowers are nice but the true way to let someone know that you care is to give a great gift that they’ll enjoy using all year long. From gadgets, personalized Etsy finds to gifts that give back, here are 17 Valentine’s Day gifts ideas to let family members, relatives, and close friends know…
