Elementary aged children are masters of gross and fine motor skills, language, and social skills and enjoy activities that allow them to practice and get better at doing the things they love. Playing organized sports, board games that involve strategy, video games that combine learning and fun, exploring nature, or craft sets are great for…
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Honoring our Nation’s Vets the Tech Savvy Way
Sunday is Veteran’s Day. It’s a day to honor the brave men and women that serve in order to uphold our country’s beliefs so our flag can fly high and our freedom remains. It’s a day to pause and say thank you whether you say it in person or using technology thanks to great companies…
Non-Candy Treats for Class Halloween Treat Bags
With the winds from Hurricane Sandy increasing as the day goes on, we’re not sure if school will be open on Wednesday after being closed for two days and if Halloween parties will occur or even if it will be safe to trick or treat in our neighborhood. We’re being optimistic about our class Halloween…
Happy Independence Day!
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PersonalCreations.com: Easy to Order Personalized Easter Baskets
I’m a sucker for personalized gifts and with spring here and Easter right around the corner, I was pleased to be introduced to PersonalCreations.comthat not only sells personalized Easter baskets but products for a multitude of occasions and recipients that go beyond being the standard gift and take mere minutes to order. All in One…
7 Ways to Educate Children About Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
We recognize today as a day where we remember Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. but does it have meaning for our children other than being a day off from school? Dr. King’s contributions do our children know who he was and his contributions to the history of our country? Here are some age appropriate sites…
Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker- Tips & Discount for DC Readers
This week we saw The Washington Ballet’s Nutcracker which was just as magical as last year! If seeing the Nutcracker is on your holiday to-do list and is a tradition you want to start but you haven’t purchased tickets, The Washington Ballet has a special offer for 20% off tickets for the following performances at…
Gifts for the Frequent Flier
This was my year of travel. Countless day trips to New York City, 3 trips to Orlando, San Diego, San Francisco, Montana, Austin, Scottsdale, New Orleans, Miami, Asheville, Detroit, etc. helped me realize the importance of efficient packing, great luggage, and products that could help streamline every part of the trip. Here are my picks…
Personalized Gift Picks from Liz of Cool Mom Picks (Today Show clip)
I happen to love personalized gifts and if you’re looking for something that’s a little extra special that will arrive in time for the holidays, Liz Gumbinner from Cool Mom Picks shared her favorites on the Today Show earlier this morning and provides the list of drop dead ship dates for all the items featured…
Xbox, LeapPad, Nintendo DS prize packs & more! Have you entered?
Tomorrow- Friday, December 9 is the last day to enter many of my holiday giveaways! I know you’ve been madly entering to win the Xbox and Nintendo DS prize packs (I see your tweets!) but I also have the following items as giveaways through my gift guides: Preschool: LeapFrog’s My Own Story Time Pad A Little…
