The Learning Curve
A few readers have asked for an update on Some Boy’s school. I shared awhile back that getting him going in kindergarten was kind of an ordeal … Read more
5 Ways to get Kids Excited about Saving Energy
Saving energy is crucial for people across the globe, but here in California it’s part of our everyday existence. The boys and I drive by former … Read more
Do Bad Eggs Float or Sink?
Do bad eggs float or sink? This is what the boys and I set out to investigate in a recent learning activity to help them get … Read more
7 Tips for Kids in the Kitchen
We love cooking as a family and getting our kids in the kitchen. I strongly believe that teaching children to cook is one of the best ways to get them engaged in nutrition and ingredient sourcing and ultimately help them lead a healthy life.
Santa Sleigh Craft Footprint
Sidekick brought this Santa sleigh craft footprint home from preschool the other day.
7 Things Little Kids Can Learn with Tablets
Raise your hand if you’re traveling this season! We are in full-blown travel prep mode right now, which means that we’re also in full-blown tablet … Read more
9 Educational Ways to Gift Money to Kids
Looking for creative ways to gift money? Look no further! I am the captain of lazy gift-giving. That isn’t a personal criticism, though. I truly … Read more
9 Kids Theatre Tips to Know Before you Go
Being a lover of the arts, I’ve always been excited about introducing our boys to kids theatre. We’ve seen everything from Mary Poppins to Cirque du Soleil … Read more
A Monster Truck Party with Blaze
I MAY have mentioned a time or two that my kids like trucks. They’re obsessed with everything having to do with these big machines, from the … Read more
5 Back-to-School Organization Tricks to Try
I can’t even believe that the school year is starting up again. I want to be in total denial and just keep lounging at the beach, but September is going to hit like a tidal wave and back-to-school organization is key.