It’s no secret that our family loves (like big puffy heart LOVES) the National Geographic Weird But True books. It doesn’t matter how many we have or how many times Thomas and Emily have read them, they never get old. These are books that I don’t mind the kids reading over and over again because…
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GIVEAWAY: National Geographic Kids or Little Kids Magazine Subscription
A long time favorite and featured in previous gift guides, National Geographic magazines for kids make a wonderful holiday gift. Educational, affordable, and a gift that kids truly enjoy when they arrive in the mailbox each year, National Geographic Kids Magazine and National Geographic Little Kids Magazine ($15 for a year)provide learning through engaging age appropriate…
Interviewing Buzz Aldrin: Thomas & Emily Chat with an Astronaut at the 2015 National Book Festival (w giveaway)
What would you say if you had a chance to meet the second person to ever walk on the moon who was also part of the Apollo 11 crew? While in Washington, D.C. for the 2015 National Book Festival, Buzz Aldrin sat down with Emily and Thomas to answer some of their questions and others…
2014 Gift Guide: Best Gifts for Early Elementary Ages (grades K-2)
Kindergarten, first, and second graders span a wide range of skills and knowledge. While kindergartners are still getting used to routines of school and many are moving towards reading fluency at their own pace, experienced second graders have the school thing down and are all about building on their knowledge while first graders are always…
Stream Educational Ad-Free National Geographic Kids Content via Roku (w giveaway)
National Geographic launched a paid National Geographic Kids streaming channel on Roku with high-quality content available ad-free for kids ages 2-11 via Roku. With a variety of content including a children’s travel show called Are We There Yet, series called Making Stuff the show focuses on how things are made, children’s survival show called Survive…
Roku’s Streaming Stick Gives Your HDTV Access to the Internet
Roku’s Streaming Stick ($49) turns your HDTV into a streaming powerhouse. This small HDMI stick plugs into your TV and gives you access to streaming content from many of the top providers on the internet. Roku has been making streaming TV boxes for a long time and has developed quite a following. Some owners are…
3 Ways to Prepare Kids for Their First Dog
Almost three years ago we adopted our Yellow Labrador, Oliver, and having never grown up with dogs, I never thought I could love an animal as I love this zany, sweet, and incredibly lovable 6 year old dog. Oliver provides tons of entertainment for our family, garners more likes and hearts on Facebook and Instagram…
