Balance, coordination, and stability: these are three skills that children develop as they grow older, and characteristics that are absolutely integral to so many other aspects of life. These three strengths are necessary for children to learn how to crawl, walk, and run, throw and catch a ball, and perform various other activities that children do on a daily basis. Of course, by simply growing older and interacting with the world, all children will develop these strengths. That being said,...

If your child hasn’t already tried playing with a Yardboard Toy, then she is missing out on one of the newest crazes in children’s toys that is sweeping the nation. They are fun and interactive, and provide the perfect new way to ride about on snow, gravel, grass, and other surfaces. But what exactly is a Yardboard toy? Are why are Yardboards so great for children? Don’t worry if you find yourself asking these questions; the following provides information on Yardboards, and may help you decide...

New Year’s Eve is not generally seen as a kid-friendly holiday. In movies and on TV you will see adults going out to parties and drinking excessively. This doesn’t have to be the case. You can plan a New Year’s Eve with kids that will be fun for everyone, you included. Ring in 2017 with these ideas on how to include kids in the festivities. Dress Up Nothing makes an occasion feel special like dressing up. If you are staying home or having a party, make sure to wear your finest. You can make...

Winter is officially here, and with it, snow, ice, and freezing temperatures. And it’s only December! Unfortunately, when we get a mix of these, snow days will start rolling in. It starts being rough to drive, and too cold to play outside. After a day or two of this, cabin fever starts setting in for yourself and kids of all ages. When cabin fever starts hitting at your house, try some of our tips to mix it up and keep the kids from going mad. Make a Stop Motion Movie Stop action movies are...

The Elf on the Shelf is one of the most exciting crazes sweeping the nation during the holiday season. It is an incredibly effective behavioral tool for your kids leading up to Christmas, and it can be a cute and delightful addition to your holiday decorations. What exactly is an Elf on the Shelf? This toy is a cute little Santa’s helper who sits on the shelf in your home, watching out for good behavior. In turn, your children, in an effort to impress the little elf, stay on their best...

The holiday season is the perfect time to bring out the arts and crafts supplies and start to get creative with the kids. With the frigid temperatures preventing you and the rest of the family from playing outside during the winter months, you can fend off boredom by try out a few crafts projects each day with the kids. And instead of buying presents off the shelves for friends and family members, you can craft a few with your children to offer gifts made with love. Trying these holiday arts...

Thanksgiving is in only four days away, and we are all looking forward to it. For many of us, it is a time to eat, relax, and spend with family that we don’t always see very often. For kids, it is a time to eat delicious food, learn about history, and play with cousins. Before this busy time starts, if you want to spend some quality time with your kids, try making some of these Thanksgiving themed crafts. Thankful Tree The Thankful Tree is a great craft to do with kids, and helps teach kids...

Kids are naturally drawn to music and will learn lyrics to their favorite songs starting from a young age. Since many people are looking for great gifts for the kids in their lives, a musical toy could be a great fit. If your little one loves music, fill your house with these great toys that encourage creative play and developing a love for making music. Read on to learn about some of the great musical toys that kids love. Become a True Star with a Microphone and a GuitarDoes your little diva...

Tips for infusing thankfulness in your kids, all year long.

When the leaves start changing, the sound of the wind blowing is not the only familiar sound, you will also hear sneezing, sniffling, and coughing all around you. Everybody hates getting sick and it’s not entirely unavoidable, but there are things you can do to keep your family healthy this winter. Washing Hands Washing hands frequently is one of the best things you can do to keep you and your child healthy this season. Make sure you and your child wash hands with warm, soapy water every time...