22 Giggle Inducing Rules For Teachers Of The Past

Rules for teachers of the past were a touch more strict than the rules those our teachers of today must follow. Here are two...

Evey’s “Bestest” Chocolate Chip Cookies #Recipe

More than anything else, Evey loves to bake. Every weekend we spend half of Saturday & half of Sunday in the kitchen together, mixing,...

No-Cost Camping Activities for Kids

Camping with children can be both a joy and a nightmare, often both in the same trip and having kids camping games to hand...

If You Are Thinking Of Homeschooling Consider These Basic Points First

Homeschooling is becoming more popular, with more parents choosing to homeschool every year. Although homeschooling can be an incredible way to educate your children,...

How Kids Can Stay Safe On The Playground

Playground safety is always important It is almost time for school to begin again (and in fact, some children are already back!). Can you believe...

Tips for A Calming Bedtime Routine

When I was first asked if I would like to review the Twilight Turtle Tunes T3, I wasn't sure I was the right person...

Family Entertainment for Every Situation

Keeping your family entertained is something that’s not always easy, especially if you have a large family with kids spread over a wide age...

Hearty Beef Stew & Dumplings

Yield Serves 6 normal people, 4 in our household - or just my husband & older son if they dish it up themselves! Ingredients

Thumb Sucking: Should You Be Worried?

Many parents grow concerned about their children's thumb-sucking habits. Even though approximately 95% of babies suck their thumbs on reflex, some parents seek to...

How Theatre Helps Your Child Grow

For many families, seeing a live theatrical event can be a truly magical and memorable experience. But it's really so much more than just...

14 Drama Free Ways To Encourage Kids to Eat Veggies

There is no magic formula to changing unhealthy eating habits. Most children (and us parents!) slide into them over time, and it is better...

Teaching Our Kids Self Confidence And Respect For Others

Each of us has many labels. Some of them we like, others we don't. Some of my labels are (in no particular order!): Wife Mum Reader Ginger Cook Painter Canadian Some labels...

How to Save Money on School Supplies

Buying back to school supplies can be a traumatic experience. You think you are going to swing by the store, pick up a few...

How To Makeover a Kids Room Without Breaking the Bank

Your child’s room is more than just a place where they lay their head at night. It’s a place to call their own. It...

5 Social Activities To Share With Kindergarteners

Depending on where you live, if your child is four or five years old, you will be sending him or her to kindergarten soon....