How to Enjoy Your Child's Dance Recital Worry Free

My daughter had her first ballet recital last weekend and I was worried about leaving her backstage. There were safety concerns, but also she needed help changing into her costumes.... read more

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Water Play

This is a great activity on rainy days or during long winters. It is great for kids ages two to eight. Simple let the faucet run on low and give... read more

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When to Start Your Child Playing a Musical Instrument

I recently reconnected with a friend who told me how his 12-year old daughter was excelling playing the violin. Knowing that I want my kids to play musical instruments one... read more

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Valentine's Tradition: Heart Sugar Cookies

This is a simple, but wonderful and long lasting tradition. Every Valentine's Day, we make heart shaped sugar cookies with pink frosting. The kids can help make them (if you... read more

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Making Bath Time Fun

Fill the tub up with water and add 1-5 drops of food coloring. Your kids will love taking a "pink" bath or a "blue" bath. My kids pretend they are... read more

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Slippery, Slimy, Science!

The time of year has arrived where outdoor play is limited. Here are some fun science projects for all ages to keep the fun inside.

BLUBBER RECIPE:

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Quick and Easy Activities for Your Kids to Stop the Boredom

My daughter was reading a book over the weekend that gave her a fun idea. She asked me if I had a box. She then went around the house collecting... read more

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Karo Syrup Fingerpainting

I just finished a workshop on Developmental Fun titled "Wet, Gooey and Lumpy."

I had so much fun creating on the finger painting table that I thought I should share... read more

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Keeping Your Kids Active Without the Whine

I struggle with whining a little bit too. This summer I've been having my girls do REQUIRED exercise time everyday. At the minimum, they have to run a mile--we've worked... read more

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Playing with Barbie

I have heard to outlaw Barbie as part of a girl's playtime is the worst thing possible and will make little girls want to play with Barbie even more. It... read more

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