How to Encourage Young Kids in Sports

October 14, 2016 18 Comments

The first game day for your child is exhilarating. We long to see them progress in activities that enrich their lives. Then, one missed swing or one wrong kick and they crumble. Face down in the ground bawling as though you told them you’re not celebrating their Birthday this year. Sports are a wonderful way to teach kids responsibility, loyalty, self esteem and respect. However, if this is your child’s first time participating in a Sport or team activity, they may struggle to understand how to be a team player. To avoid the tantrums and foul attitude, here is How to Encourage Young Kids in Sports.

Printables

Fantastic FREE Educational Printable Resource for Preschoolers

October 12, 2016 No Comments

Fantastic Free Printables for Preschoolers

Having multiple resources to educate your children is priceless. I have a weakness for printables. I love them. Any new worksheet I can present my children to spark their interest and incorporate education is right up my alley. This past week I was presented with a Fantastic FREE Educational Printable Resource for Preschoolers that I am so excited to share with you!

Kids

Rainbow Rain Balancing Rock Art

October 9, 2016 7 Comments

This project is oozing an array of colors! In case you haven’t noticed. We love rocks. Incorporating rocks and crafting is a match made in heaven. Rocks are easy to find, super durable and serve as cute decor in the home or outdoors. Watch as your child’s eyes light up as they create their own Rainbow Rain Balancing Rock Art. Kaleidoscopic shades are drizzled upon selected stones in a vibrant downpour. This project is super simple to accomplish and perfect for all age groups.

Family

A Child’s Point of View

October 5, 2016 4 Comments

Children have such a vivid imagination accompanied by an obscure view of the way the world works. Lackadaisical, our kids go about each day absorbing what new information they can, therefore, expanding their knowledge. There is whimsy in childhood. However, there is also the struggle of total dependence. Have you ever stopped to consider A Child’s Point of View?

Kids

Mom Approved Halloween Books For Kids Under $3

October 2, 2016 10 Comments

Pumpkins, a cool breeze and colors changing all around. Fall is here which means a holiday adventure is right around the corner. Celebrating Halloween is a tradition we look forward to all year in our home. With all the festivities, projects and anticipation for All Hallows Eve, include some festive reading to the mix. Here is a list of great family friendly books themed for the Halloween holiday. These Mom Approved Halloween Books for Kids are all under $3 and are sure to get your family excited for the ghoulish celebrations ahead.

Halloween Books for Kids Under $3

Baby

Must Have Items for Your Diaper Bag

September 30, 2016 7 Comments

We all do it. Especially when its your first child. You find yourself stuffing the diaper bag with the entire nursery hoping you don’t forget anything. As time passes, you narrow down what you really need in that overflowing satchel of baby gear and what you can do without. For this list I wanted to share a few items that may prove to be useful in your diaper bag. These are my Must Have Items for Your Diaper Bag.

Printables

Fun Alphabet Education, the letter B

September 30, 2016 No Comments

What better way to convey the letter “B” than a trip to the beach! Watching the crashing waves, squishing sand between your toes and the feel of a warm ocean breeze is enticing. Soaking up some sun with a few added laughs makes for a wonderful outing and a great way to start an educational experience. This is the setting for this Fun Alphabet Education, the letter “B”.

Kids

Rock Painting Craft

September 22, 2016 1 Comment

We are rocking out! I’m not referring to head banging jam sessions, although we do that too. We are creating colorful festive rock art. Busting out the paints and brushes for this project is a must. Decorating rocks with bright colors and festive shapes make for not only a great project but awesome garden art for you or a loved one. This Rock Painting Craft is one to try with the little ones.

Family

Drone Fishing- A Breakthrough in Fishing Tactics

September 21, 2016 4 Comments

Not your average fishing adventure! The choppy surf can present a challenge when embarking on a fishing journey. We fish from the shore. Therefore, it’s necessary to launch the bait out as far as possible. Otherwise the bottom feeders will steal it. To get the bait out past the sand bars and into the deeper water where the big fish are, we normally have two options. Walk out as far as possible and cast, or fight the surf and kayak it out (a serious workout). We are bypassing these obstacles with this new little device. Well, perhaps not so little. This is A Breakthrough in Fishing Tactics!

Printables

Fun Alphabet Education, the Letter A

September 19, 2016 No Comments

For this educational adventure we took a trip to Hot Springs, AR to visit Nana and Pawpaw. During our stay we ventured to the Alligator Farm which proved to be a great setting to kick off this Fun Alphabet Education, the Letter A. The farm is a popular attraction for both tourists and the locals. There never seemed to be a moment that the place was empty.