Our nephew received a new game for Christmas that intrigued me. Let me back up… The “I Spy”, like “Where’s Waldo”, books ask the reading to find a particular object among a busy page. It forces the brain to focus on what is necessary and ignore the rest. This is an activity that is vital for life in every day situation. Now back to the game…the ...
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Game: I Can Do That
I am always looking for new items to tell you about. I look for games that are educational and fun – for books that will be read over and over – for activities that take little supplies and create lots of fun. Christmas is a great time to fine new suggestions. In the next few weeks, I will be sharing some of the new ideas that I have! I hope ...
If You Give a Moose a Muffin
If You Give a Moose a Muffin is a book that we received from our neighbors as a Christmas gift. The set that was given to us also included a stuffed animal - moose - along with the book. Little Man LOVES his moosey! This book is part of the popular If You Give...Books set by Laura Numeroff. We have enjoyed reading this fun ...
Game Review: 1, 2, 3 Stomp
Our son received the game 1-2-3 Stomp! for Christmas. From the first round, we were hooked. I love all of the educational learning with colors, numbers, addition and subtraction. Another great plus is the fine motor skill of putting the numbers into place along with the gross motor skill of stomping and running to get the numbers. To ...
Special Time
During this Christmas season, it is easy to lose sight of the precious little time that we have with our little ones. We get wrapped up in the busyness and forget about the blessings running around underfoot.Last night, I declared "Girls' Night." After supper, Sweet Pea and I headed behind closed doors and spent some quality time together. We hit ...
The Crippled Lamb
We picked up the book Crippled Lamb (Max Lucado's Christmas Collections) by Max Lucado at the library. When I pulled it off the shelf to read, Bubs said "I won't like this book." Talk about judging the book by its cover! But as we read about this little lamb, Bubs' demeanor did a 180. I saw his face as he fell in love with the little lamb and ...
Give the Gift of Reading through a Magazine Subscription
Still need the perfect gift for a child in your life? Give the gift of reading. We currently receive the younger two of the magazines produced by the National Wildlife Federation. Our kids can't wait to sit down and read them as soon as the mailman brings them. You will not be sorry and the child you give these to will be very grateful! ...
Rush Hour Jr
Our OT introduced us to the game ThinkFun Rush Hour Jr. Although this game claims to be for ages 6-8, older four year olds should be able to do several of these mind games. The object is to get a car out of a traffic jam. Very fun and self entertaining! Makes a great birthday or Christmas gift for a PK or early elementary age child. One of the ...
Guest Post: Book Review Room for a Little One
I love getting emails from you! Questions, comments, and suggestions help me help you! Anne sent me an email suggesting a Christmas book. Here is her review: Room for a Little One: A Christmas TaleThe kind ox is keeping warm in his stable by the inn. One by one, animals looking to get out of the cold come to his stable and he kindly invites ...
Review: God Gave Us Love
Recently released, God Gave Us Love is the 5th book in Lisa Tawn Bergren's "God Gave Us..." series. As Little Cub and Grampa Bear’s fishing adventure is interrupted by mischievous otters, the young polar bear begins to question why we must love others… even the seemingly unlovable. In answering her questions, Grampa Bear gives tender ...