Do you have a child in elementary school? If so, you probably know about all the standardized testing they do these days with kids. I am amazed at how many testing exams schools do with students and how much teachers utilize the scores. Whether this is good or bad, it's the reality of education today. I'm sharing my ideas as a mom for how to help elementary school aged kids with Standardized Test Practice and Prep. As a parent, there are things you can do to help your child do his or her best ... Continue Reading...
16 Silly Toys for Boys They Will Love
I'm a mom to three boys. I know what boys like. I know what types of Silly Toys for Boys They Will Love. Check these ideas out. They've brought lots of laughter to us and loads of fun at our house. I'm sure girls may love these too, but I have all boys, so I'm vouching for boys loving these toys. These toys are hilarious and whenever my boys have brought these toys out, tons of laughter ensues. Their smiles get big. Many of these will span the ages from young boys to teens and bring on giant ... Continue Reading...
Educational Toys DIY Science Kits for Kids
Do you have kids who enjoy science-oriented educational toys? Or, fun science kits for kids involving STEM activities? My boys have loved the traditional snap circuit kits (scroll down for image) and they have spent many hours playing with them, however, they wanted to take a deeper dive into circuits. They wanted to start making their own simple circuits using more raw material components than those found in traditional snap circuits. Together, my son and I created this Beginner DIY Circuit kit ... Continue Reading...
Holiday Gifts for 9-year-old Boys
Looking for holiday gift ideas for 9-year-old boys? Check out my suggestions:) I'm a boy mom times three, so I've had lots of experience buying gifts for boys over the years. Kids this age are fun to buy for because they still love toys plus they love active toys, creative toys, and their inquisitive minds still love learning toys as well. I hope you find some great ideas here for the boy in your own life! This website uses affiliate links. Please see the disclaimer in the top bar menu and ... Continue Reading...
DIY Sushi Roll Making Kit Gift for Kids Interested in Culinary Arts
My son loves to make food. He's becoming a foodie like me and I'm so proud. I love to cook. And eat. I'm a definite foodie so it thrills me to see my son taking an interest in anything culinary. One day he asked me to buy sushi roll making supplies and so began our fun journey in the kitchen together. Read this post for how to make a DIY Sushi Roll Making Kit Gift for Kids Interested in Culinary Arts. Make it for your child for a Christmas present, holiday gift or birthday present. My son ... Continue Reading...
Mom Jewelry Christmas Presents for Her to Cherish
I'm a mom. I love Mom Jewelry. There is just something extra special when the word mom is added to a piece of jewelry. I like it and I know other moms do too. This makes mom jewelry a perfect gift for moms; one of those great Christmas presents for her to cherish forever and always. Check out these awesome Mom Jewelry pieces for the mom in your life, or the grandmother in your life:) This post contains affiliate links. Please see the disclaimer in the top bar menu and the sidebar menu. Thank ... Continue Reading...
Books for Teenage Girls to Read Alongside Moms
Do you and your daughter like to read? I have great suggestions for books for teenage girls to read alongside moms. I've read these 7 teen fiction books and loved them. I really do love to read. Always have, always will. A good book is the best entertainment, the ultimate teaching tool, and the most fun when the book is awesome. These 7 young adult novels are books I enjoyed reading as a grown woman and books that I think moms and daughters could read together and bond over. Think book club ... Continue Reading...
DIY Custom Mouth Guard for Kids in Youth Sports
Do you have a child in youth sports? Does he or she hate to wear a mouthguard? Or does he or she even gag on their mouthguard? My son had this problem and it almost ruined his entire season of football. So, mom to mom (or dad), I have a perfect solution to share with you for an at home DIY Custom Mouth Guard for Kids in Youth Sports. Mouth guards are mandatory in most youth contact sports. My youngest son played tackle youth football for the first time this year but at first, he could not ... Continue Reading...
Healthy Pumpkin Muffins Low Sugar Recipe
This recipe is so moist and tasty! It is a low sugar recipe for Healthy Pumpkin Muffins. I love fall for special pumpkin flavored foods. You will love this healthier recipe that does not use sugar, but uses allulose (a rare natural sugar sweetener with 95% fewer calories than sugar...can ya give me a YAY). This recipe uses applesauce and avocado to help it be the moistest it can be and it works fantastically! This post contains affiliate links. Please see the disclaimer in the top menu bar ... Continue Reading...
Kid-Approved Favorite Books for 9-Year-Old Boys
Looking for a book to get your young son reading? Often, as a mom or dad, you just need to find the right book to fit your child. Read about these Kid-Approved Favorite Books for 9 Year Old Boys or 8 year-olds or 10 year-olds or any kids under the age of a tween boy. I love it when my kids find a book they love and want to read. Reading is so important for kids and can instill a love for a lifelong hobby of reading. The best hobby ever! These book ideas also make great birthday presents and ... Continue Reading...
