Wild Kratts Wild Animal Babies DVD #entertainment

This past school year, I attempted to do a unit study on mammals. Since our son is such an animal lover, I thought it would be fun and educational to really jump in to learn more about a few animals. After the first day, I quickly realized that I was going to have to change up my lesson plans. Not only did he already know every little detail I had researched and prepared activities on for these animals; he also started telling me more about their specific habitat, special characteristics and other cool facts.

Clothing, Jewelry and More Featuring Multicultural Art ~ Create In Me #HolidayGiftGuide

When our son was born last year, I looked everywhere for cute big brother and big sister shirts for our older kids. I just couldn't find anything that worked for us. Not giving up on the idea, I have continued to search for a company that offers these products that would work not just us but for all families too. My search is over, and it was worth the wait. I found a wonderful artist who caters all families with multicultural artwork for clothing, jewelry and items for the home too.

STEM Approved Construction Toys That Light Up ~ Laser Pegs #HolidayGiftGuide

My kids will play with construction toys for hours adding to and perfecting their designs. Do your kids love to build with toys too? I have found an innovative construction toy that will have your kiddos building and learning with light that's STEM approved!

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Laser Pegs is the ultimate construction toy for kids. They offer a variety of sets and products for ages three and up that encourage multidimensional play by combining light with building sets. Laser Pegs are also STEM approved! These fun construction toys promote Science, Technology, Engineering and Math to be an award winning STEM toy for kids.

The Laser Pegs 24-1 National Geographic Dinosaurs set I received includes 191 construction bricks of all different colors, 27 Laser Pegs that will light up, the triangular power base, and a construction manual that gives step by step graphic instructions to create a T- Rex. (You may also download additional manuals to create the other dinosaurs too.) After building your dinosaur with both the Laser Pegs and construction bricks, the last step to see that creation light up is to attach it to the triangular power base. Your T-Rex or other dinosaur will be illuminated! How fun right?!

The Laser Peg bricks have a slide, stack and spin play pattern that are easy to attach together. We found that they will pop together with ease, and even littler hands should not have a problem building with these toys. This set was approved for ages 5 and up, but there are other options for the younger ones on your list too. This 24-1 National Geographic Dinosaurs set does requires three AA Batteries to power the base, but you may purchase the AC adapter sold separately. I personally would recommend doing so since the more Laser Pegs you use in your design the quicker the batteries will run down.

Our son loves this set, and I can't wait to add more Laser Pegs to his collection. There are other National Geographic sets of different sizes available that explore the sea, land, and space. Laser Pegs also has robots, helicopters, all different types of vehicles, architecture and many more sets to choose from. Keeping learning fun is exactly what I look for in a product or toy. STEM approved Laser Pegs definitely keeps learning fun with their super cool light up construction toys for kids!

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Fine Art For Your Kids From Oopsy Daisy #HolidayGiftGuide

Making memories during the holidays that my children will look back on when they are grown with a smile, is something that I hope to accomplish. Art and creativity are a huge part of my own childhood memories. I am doing my best to bring the element of art into the holidays and our daily lives too. I am so excited to share with all of you a place to find beautiful artwork for the kids to display this holiday on the Christmas tree- personalized porcelain ornaments.

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Oopsy Daisy has fine art for children each originally created by their very talented group of artists. They have gorgeous canvas and art prints, growth charts, wall decals and murals. There is also lighting options, and great personalized gift choices too. As you look over their wide variety of designs for each product, I was so excited to notice that you can not only see which artist contributed that design but see what other items they have created too. All of the items are custom made just for you from the original art work! This holiday season what caught my eye was their precious porcelain ornaments for children that you can personalize.

Stocking Stuffers That Rock From KIDZ BOP

If you have followed me for very long at all, you know we love listening to music in our home. My tween especially loves to have her favorite music cranked up most of the day. I have some fun stocking stuffer ideas that will have your kids and tweens rocking out as part of this year's Holiday Gift Guide. 

6 Turkey Crafts To Make For Thanksgiving

I don't know about you, but Thanksgiving is one of my favorite holidays! Maybe it is because I love fall so much, or because there are so many fond memories of being with family on Thanksgiving. I just love spending the day with family, and enjoy catching up with everyone. Of course, there is turkey and all of the other yummy foods to consider too! This year, I am going to get my kids as excited for Thanksgiving as I am! We are going to start the fun by making all kinds of Turkey Crafts this November! I have hope that when the big day rolls around my kids will say "gobble, gobble," happily!

Doozers Pod Squad Now On DVD ~ NCircle Entertainiment

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How many of you remember Fraggle Rock? Well now the characters from that hit show are back! Created by the Jim Henson Company, Doozers focuses on a team of best friends- Spike Molly Bolt, Daisy Wheel and Flex- who live in Doozer Creek, a fantastical, modern and eco-friendly community.  Dubbed the “Pod Squad,” these four pals embark on some fun adventures that encourage preschoolers to play, design and think outside the box.  {Doozers is now available on DVD for purchase at Target and all other retail outlets beginning in September.}

Doozers- Meet The Pod Squad! DVD

Join the Pod Squad over at their home Doozer Creek where these cute green friends embark on a few fabulous adventures. The Pod Squad: Molly Bolt, Flex, Spike, and Daisy Wheel love to design create and innovate. They are a squad of doers, and put their ideas into action! 

Awesome Apple Snacks

Apples are a great snack for kids and adults! We always have some in our home since my kids love them. Apples are known to lower cholesterol, and even help strengthen and whiten teeth. They are a filling snack thanks to all of the fiber in an apple. Not to mention they are really tasty! I found some really awesome ways you can turn an apple into an unforgettable snack that any kid, or kid at heart, will adore!

Travel The World With Your Kids ~ Little Passports World Edition Review

Teaching your kids geography can be a fun experience! As part of my Back To School Guide this year, I wanted to share with you a really cool monthly subscription kit that takes your kids on a learning adventure around the globe while having fun!

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10 Activities For Your End of Summer Bucket List

A lot of us might be thinking about back to school, and if you are homeschooling you may already be starting those lesson plans too. Actually there are still a few weeks of summer break left! Instead of getting caught up in the preparations for the new school year, this time around I want to focus on taking advantage of every moment we have left of summer by making memories! I have compiled a list of 10 activities for our End of Summer Bucket List. Hope that you can use one or more of these fun ideas with your kids too, and send summer break out with a bang! 

Make Your Bed With A Zip! ~ Zipit Bedding Review

I don't know about you, but getting my kids to make their beds is an ongoing struggle around our home especially with my seven year old son. Well, at least it was, until I discovered an all in one bedding set that allows you to make your bed with a quick zip. This has been perfect for speeding up that dreaded morning chore for our son.

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New Release Caillou Helps Out DVD ~ PBS KIDS

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When our oldest was little, I was always looking for shows that I could trust would be age appropriate and entertaining. When my daughter was about 3 she fell in love the show Caillou on PBS KIDS. We watched as Caillou experienced all sorts of everyday things, and she was captivated. PBS KIDS has recently released (June 16, 2015) a new DVD featuring 7 stories with that lovable little four year old boy that our daughter enjoyed discovering with so much when she was young, Caillou Helps Out ARV$12.99. Approximate Run Time 60 mins and rated TV-Y

Here is a little about each episode featured in this delightful Caillou Helps Out DVD from PBS KIDS. 

Wild Kratts Super Sprinters ~ PBS KIDS Review

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Since both of my older two kids were little they have been fascinated with all things animals. We read books, watch movies and documentaries too. One of the shows my son loves to watch when he can is Wild Kratts on PBS KIDS. 

Wild Kratts is a cartoon, with real life segments at the beginning and end, that teaches about animals in a fun way. Chris and Martin Kratt team up with a few friends to study animals of all kinds in their habitat, and find out all about their unique features to see what makes them awesome. They use fun gadgets and travel around the globe on their adventures to learn more. Together with their team the Kratts take what they have learned and create their Creature Power Suits which allow the Kratts to, in a way, become that specific creature, and experience what it's like to be them which sometimes can be quite silly. 

Tea Collection's Summer Sale and New Styles For the Kids

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Tea Collection's Summer Sale and New Styles for kids and baby have caught my eye this week, and I just had to share a few of my favorites. I am loving the new Citizen Blue Collection! This line for summer has us revisiting favorite prints and also brings some new designs too. 

5 Art Projects For the 4th of July

The 4th of July is coming up so fast! How about building on the excitement and anticipation of Independence Day with your kids by creating some memories with crafts? I have rounded up 5 fun 4th of July art project ideas to create, share and display this holiday. 

8 Washi Tape Crafts To Make This Weekend

Washi Tape is simply a must have craft supply. The easy and fun projects that you can make with a roll or two of washi tape are amazing! Being crafty is not something that comes easy to me, but these are truly so simple. Just had to share a few of my favorite ideas I have came across to make something fabulous with washi tape that will hopefully inspire you to get your craft on this weekend, and of course, have fun!!!!

Pirate's Code:The Adventures of Mickey Matson DVD ~ Review

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We are always searching for a family friendly movie that we can enjoy together on our movie night. It's hard to find a movie these days that my kids, husband and I will all enjoy. This week we were all entertained by the new release from Pure Flix, Pirate's Code: The Adventures of Mickey Matson the follow up to Mickey Matson and the Copperhead Treasure!

This movie begins with the prison break of two shady characters by a not so friendly looking modern day gang of pirates and their obviously evil leader, Admiral Ironsides (Frank Collison). Next the movie quickly dives into introducing other key players, and the previous accomplishments of Mickey Matson (Derek Brandon) with the Secret Order of Patriots (SOP) as he is recording a video journal of sorts while mentioning he is tired of being bored. There is no worries on the fact that he feels bored either since that situation quickly changes! Mickey Matson's life takes an exciting turn for him again, when he is taken to the Secret Order of Patriots headquarters and training grounds along with his best friend Sully (Francesca Derosa). Once there he finds someone he has missed dearly (Christopher Lloyd)!

$15 in FREE Clothing For The Kids From Schoola ~ Free Shipping

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How does free clothing sound? 

My kiddos go through clothes like it's their job, and Schoola is a great place to find gently used {and some brand new} kid's clothing on the cheap. They also donate a percentage of the price to schools, so it's a win win. 

Right now on Schoola you can grab a $15 credit just for joining, and for a limited time they have Free Shipping too.  I just snagged a pair of jeans, and two t-shirts for FREE! This Momma is one happy girl. 

Keep The Parties Simple With A Birthday In A Box ~ Review

In my large family the baby's first birthday is a big celebration, and for those of us on a budget, it can really be an issue. This year for our youngest son's first birthday, I was able to check out Birthday In A Box, and it has been a real budget and time saver! 

Birthday in a Box has most everything you need to host and decorate a birthday party. They take the party supplies shopping trip right out of the equation. That is perfect for us busy parents! Birthday in Box carries supplies for Baby's 1st Birthday, Girls, Boys, Adults, Baby Showers, Patriotic, Summer and Luau themes, and many more party themes too! It was really hard to decide on which theme to choose for our son, but once I saw the Baby Animals 1st Birthday Boy items, I fell in love. The adorable animals were perfect, and since my favorite animal is a lion, we had to pick that one. Then even better is the Ultimate Party Kit which includes enough supplies for a party of 8. Perfect! 

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How To Get Your Tween Moving With Music ~ Kidz Bop 27 Review and Giveaway

If there is one thing my tween daughter cannot go without daily for fun, it would have to be music. Our girl loves to listen to her favorite songs while doing about everything, and since I have always been the same way, I love this about her and encourage it. She is fun loving and rockin' out to her favorite music gets her moving in the morning.