2 cool new coloring books to inspire creativity in older kids
I never think we can have enough coloring books around the house–or stashed in the travel bags for road trips and plane rides. As much as I love handing my kids plain sheets of paper for open-ended creativity, there’s something about coloring in the lines...
Holiday food gifts for future chefs—or any kid who likes ice cream and chocolate.
There may be more talk of picky eaters than foodie kids, but some kids really dig food. I know for sure that these seemingly rare creatures exist because I happen to be mother to one. My older son loves eating, looking at food magazines, and is fearless in the...
Beautiful personalized jewelry ideas that you can still get in time for Christmas
We love personalized jewelry which makes such a special gift, but buying personalized jewelry–or personalized anything, really–also means planning ahead, especially at the holidays. And hey, sometimes we parents aren’t able to look further ahead than...
Modern holiday table setting tips: A huge array of ideas to keep it easy, affordable, and fun!
Let me first be totally upfront: The idea of setting a holiday table kind of terrifies me. I am not someone who can just effortlessly whip up an Elsa’s castle centerpiece made of handmade gingerbread, or pick up a calligraphy pen and go to town on place cards. I...
The best new music for kids and families: 6 of our favorite fall picks
Whether you’re like me and need some holiday gift ideas for the little ones on your list or you just want some new music for kids to dance away the winter chill, I’ve found six recently released kids’ albums that will keep any ears happy. With new music...
3 amazing new picture books for kids and parents to love
For those of us who love great illustration as much as a great story, I’ve found three new picture books that are worth making space for in your kids’ bookcase or wrapping to give to a child this holiday. What I love most about all three is that...
Kid-friendly Chicago activities: The best museum exhibits for kids
This year my husband and I loaded everyone up (even the grandparents) for a long weekend over fall break, and flew to Chicago, one of my very favorite cities, in search of some awesome kid-friendly activities. Our focus: checking out all the must-see exhibits for kids...
Gift Ideas for Your Mother-In-Law, Since Her Son Will Not Help You With Ideas Until December 24
Whether you love your mother-in-law like your own mother or love her because she’s your husband’s mother (ha), we found a slew of cool gifts that will make her smile. Just be sure to sign his name on the card, even though she’ll know who actually gets...
Cool Arts and Crafts Gifts for Kids Who Have Outgrown the Fat Crayons
Arts and crafts gifts for kids are always one of our top choices. As we always tell our relatives, our kids can never have too many art supplies. (And not just the relatives who buy them slightly scary talking toys.) These arts and crafts gifts should appeal to...
