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.

Three New Books From Little Gestalten This Spring #Review

One of my favorite parts of blogging is being introduced to new-to-me publishers who have a wide variety of books that will be great reads and keep learning fun for my kids. Recently I had the pleasure to be introduced to a publisher who has some fun new releases, and I am so excited to share them with you.

The League and the Lantern Review

My daughter is finishing up her seventh grade year, and boy has it just flown by. Now that the school year is winding down, she is doing more reading for enjoyment. Recently she has been drawn to adventure fiction, and as always, I have been searching for a good read that not only will be educational but entertaining too. Now I am excited to share with you a wonderful book for middle-school age kids that is jammed packed with adventure and educational references too.

Be A #SuperMom This Summer By Preparing For Mosquito Season! #LearnWithOrkin

We live in a river city, and the mosquitoes here can be out of control in the summer months. This summer I want to be prepared with the knowledge I need to be a Super Mom and keep my kids safe while playing outdoors. Find out if you are prepared below with a fun quiz, and then enter for a chance to win too! {Also be sure to check out some other family friendly Super Mom giveaways linked below}

Keep Reading Fun With Smithsonian Leveled Readers

Our eight year old son loves to read non-fiction. I am always on the hunt for readers that will grab his attention and keep reading fun, so first thing I look for is great pictures to draw him in to find out more. Now I am thrilled to share with all of you a new set of leveled readers from Smithsonian that include beautiful pictures and educational topics that are perfect for your young reader.

*I received the titles below in order to facilitate this overview. All opinions are my own. see disclosure.

National Geographic & Family Dinner Giveaway

How does a movie night that includes a nice dinner out with the kids sound? We love our family movie nights, and a dinner out is always great to give this Mom a break. I am so excited to share with you a fun prize pack giveaway that includes a dinner for 4, the National Geographic Kids Almanac 2016 & Polar Prowl DVD!!!

National Bird Day Giveaway Featuring Cockatoo, Too Picture Book

I have inherited a love for bird watching from my Mom. We used to have a large picture window with a few bird feeders right outside. We would watch the birds, located them in a book, and observe their behaviors when I was younger. My children have happily picked up this hobby from both of us. Since January 5th is National Bird Day, I thought it would be fun to celebrate with all of you by sharing a brand new children' book for your little ones. {Be sure to check out all the other wonderful January giveaways linked below too.}

Snow Day Entertainment For The Kids From NCircle Entertainment

If there is one thing I look forward to during the cold days of winter, it would have to be coming in from a fun time playing outside in the snow with the kids and warming up by cuddling under a cozy blanket to enjoy a family friendly movie together. 

Encourage Reading With Ivy Kids Kits #HolidayGiftGuide

I was on the hunt this year for the perfect gift idea that would encourage reading for our eight year old son. He struggles so much in this subject area. The monthly kit I found has me super excited because your child will not only get a new book but a bunch of fun activities to go along with it! 

A Cloth Diaper For Christmas From Thirsties Modern Cloth Diapers #HolidayGiftGuide

When I was pregnant and first made the decision to cloth diaper our youngest a couple years ago, we were gifted six diapers for Christmas. I was thrilled!!! Using cloth diapers over the last year and half has helped our tight budget. Plus given the fact they are eco-friendly and just so cute doesn't hurt my opinion of them either. This year for the first time on my Holiday Gift Guide, I have teamed up with one of my favorite cloth diaper brands to showcase an all in one cloth diaper, and give you the chance to win both a diaper and a wet bag! Cloth diapers for Christmas.... the perfect gift! 

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.

Color Changing Gift Ideas From Del Sol #HolidayGiftGuide

If you are looking for a unique gift this holiday, I have some fun options to share. This family friendly company has products that just may work for about everyone on your list and they change color! 

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!

*I received product in order to facilitate this feature. All opinions are my own. see disclosure. 

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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Gifts From Around The World For Kids From Little Passports #HolidayGiftGuide

Introducing my kids to cultures from around the world is one of my favorite things we do in our homeschool. We enjoy learning all about different countries from how they live to what their favorite foods are. This year I have found some fun gift ideas for the kids to learn more about weather and coins from around the world!

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.

*I received product in order to facilitate this feature. All opinions are my own. see disclosure. 

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.

Language Fun With Rock 'N Learn #HolidayGiftGuide

Exposing my children to a foreign language early is something that I feel strongly about doing. I want them to learn and have fun at the same time too. Our daughter recently mentioned she was interested in learning more than one language and wished we would have started the second one when she was younger. For the holidays why not gift some fun foreign language DVDs to give your kids a head start.

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. 

New Holiday Music ~ #Adore :Christmas Songs of Worship From Chris Tomlin

I love the holiday season and everything that goes with it! The festive decorations, putting up the Christmas tree, wrapping gifts, and the holiday music all play a huge part in making the season special to me. 

*I received product in order to facilitate this post. All opinions are my own. 

This year Chris Tomlin has given us an album filled with new Christmas music to enjoy during the holidays. "Adore: Christmas Songs of Worship" is the new Christmas release from this American contemporary Christian music artist, worship leader, and songwriter who has sold nearly 30 million records. 

American Girl DIY Scarf Kits For Tweens From Fashion Angels #tweengiftidea #HolidayGiftGuide

Do you have a crafty tween who also loves American Girl on your holiday list this year? Our daughter definitely falls into both of those categories. I am so excited to share a few fun gift ideas for tweens that give them a chance to make their own scarves, and a new accessory for their American Girl doll on my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide. 

New Bamboo Pajamas For Baby This Holiday From Silkberry Baby ~ #HolidayGiftGuide

Every year for the Holidays we have a tradition of giving our kids new pajamas on Christmas Eve. They look forward to opening this first gift, and we have a fun family evening together snuggled up in their new pajamas usually watching a holiday movie or listening to music by the fireplace. This year I am happy to share with all of you some adorable and super soft pajamas that will make a great gift for your baby or toddler as part of my 2015 Holiday Gift Guide.

*I received the pajama set below in order to facilitate this product feature. All opinions are my own. see disclosure.

Silkberry Baby offers eco-friendly clothing for baby and toddlers. They carry both 100% organic cotton clothing and a signature bamboo collection that are just beyond adorable. With everything to dress your little ones from dresses, hoodies, and onesies to even crocheted hats and sleepwear. Silkberry Baby has even won an award for their organic cotton footed sleepers with it's innovative front zipper that slides up instead of down to make diaper changes a breeze.