Finding Joy In The Journey
7 STEM/STEAM Activities For Little Kids What Is STEM/STEAM Education? STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math so what does STEAM stand for? Well, in recent years, an “A” was added to include Art in the mix (Yay!). So whether you are searching for STEM or STEAM activities for your 3-5 year-olds to do, … Read more
A Bit Of Funny Advice For New Parents There are some pretty crazy and funny ways your life changes having kids, especially for first-time parents. Actually, strap in for the ride of your life because big things are about to change. The adjustment to parenthood is real and a big deal. Some things you experience … Read more
Board & Picture Books About Cats Toddlers, Preschool & Kindergarten I’ve always been an animal lover and there’s just something about cats and kittens. I guess that rubbed off on my son because he is now a self-declared “cat fan”. So naturally, we have loads of books about cats…picture books, board books, chapter books, you … Read more
9 Breakfast Smoothies For Kids and Toddlers! These healthy smoothie recipes for kids make an excellent part of a healthy breakfast or a nutritious snack for after school. They are great for adults too so be sure to make a little extra for yourself! Enjoy one of these sweet and easy smoothie recipes with fruits … Read more
Transitioning from Naptime to Quiet Time When the time comes for your toddler to drop the last nap, it can be a challenging stage for some. I know it was for us. Naptime battles can be frustrating and exhausting some days. Eventually, you may feel like you are the one losing the battle and decide … Read more
When the leaves start to fall and the air turns brisk, your thoughts may turn to Christmas. Before you know it, the snow will fly, the Christmas lights will need to be put up and the big day will be here! It’s always fun to get a few new Christmas books ahead of time to … Read more
Friendship Books For Preschool, Early Years, Kindergarten and Beyond Once your little one hits preschool age, it’s a great time to introduce them to the wonderful world of friendship books. Enjoy discovering these picture books and stories with your children. Friendship books help preschoolers learn about making friends, how to be a good friend, inclusion, … Read more
If you are looking for ideas on how to teach alphabets to your preschoolers in a fun way, read on! There are a ton of enjoyable ways for parents and caregivers to incorporate early learning and ABC’s into everyday life. A little time spent on the alphabet in a consistent manner can work wonders, and … Read more
What are STEM and STEAM toys and how do they work when it comes to toddlers? Some of my blog posts may contain affiliate links, from which I may receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. More info on that in our disclosure and privacy policy. The acronym STEM stands for SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, … Read more
Are The Terrible Twos REALLY All That Terrible? You’ve made it through the newborn stage, crawling, teething, furniture surfing, and first steps. Now, are you ready to deal with the terrible twos and all the other stages that will follow? One thing’s for sure, toddlers and little kids are super cute, but they can also … Read more